ECTPRA2/101/0/2019

Tutorial letter 101/0/2019

Electronics II (Practical
ECTPRA2

Year Module

Department of Electrical and Mining

Engineering

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
This tutorial letter contains important information
about your module.

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1 INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................... 3
2 PURPOSE OF AND OUTCOMES ................................................................................................ 3
2.1 Purpose ........................................................................................................................................ 3
2.2 Outcomes ..................................................................................................................................... 3
3 LECTURER(S) AND CONTACT DETAILS................................................................................... 4
3.1 Lecturers....................................................................................................................................... 4
3.2 Department ................................................................................................................................... 4
3.3 University ...................................................................................................................................... 4
4 RESOURCES ............................................................................................................................... 4
4.1 Prescribed books .......................................................................................................................... 4
4.2 Recommended books ................................................................................................................... 4
4.3 Electronic Reserves (e-Reserves)................................................................................................. 4
4.4 Library services and resources information ................................................................................... 4
5 STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES ................................................................................................ 5
6 STUDY PLAN ............................................................................................................................... 5
7 PRACTICAL WORK ..................................................................................................................... 5
8 ASSESSMENT ............................................................................................................................. 5
8.1 Assessment criteria....................................................................................................................... 5
8.2 Assessment plan .......................................................................................................................... 5
8.3 Assignment numbers .................................................................................................................... 6
8.3.1 General assignment numbers ....................................................................................................... 6
8.3.2 Unique assignment numbers ........................................................................................................ 6
8.4 Due dates for assignments ........................................................................................................... 6
8.5 Submission of assignments .......................................................................................................... 6
8.6 The assignments .......................................................................................................................... 8
8.7 Other assessment methods ........................................................................................................ 12
8.8 The examination ......................................................................................................................... 12
9 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ........................................................................................ 12
10 SOURCES CONSULTED ........................................................................................................... 12
11 IN CLOSING ............................................................................................................................... 12
12 ADDENDUM ............................................................................................................................... 12

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1 INTRODUCTION
Dear Student
Welcome to the subject Electronics II (Practical) (ECTPRA2) at UNISA. This tutorial letter
serves as a guideline to this subject. It provides you with general administrative information as
well as specific information about the subject. Read it carefully and keep it safe for future
reference. We trust that you will enjoy this course.

2 PURPOSE OF AND OUTCOMES

2.1 Purpose

The main objective of this module is to equip the student with the basic knowledge of
Transistors their basic structure and how to design Amplifiers using transistors. The emphasis is
on understanding rather than the memorizing of concepts with the goal of stimulating creative
thinking and enhancing innovative skills amongst students in the field of Electronics
Engineering. A problem-driven approach to learning is followed.

The objectives of this module are achieved through self study and discussion classes. On-line
support is also provided. Students are advised to embark on a well-structured and systematic
study program, in which the module material is studied in a probing, scientific and innovative
manner, rather than by simple and passive memorizing.

2.2 Outcomes
Critical learning outcomes
The following ECSA exit-level outcomes are addressed in this module, i.e. at the conclusion of
this module the student will be capable of:

ECSA 2.1: Engineering problem solving

At the end of this module the student will be able to do D.C and A.C analysis of transistor
circuits.

ECSA 2.2: Application of scientific and engineering knowledge

The student will be able to use A.C and D.C analysis of transistors to design simple transistor
amplifier circuits.

ECSA 2.4: Investigations, experiments and data analysis

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The student will be able to simulate amplifier circuits by using multisim and critically analyse,
interpret and present the results of such simulations. The student will also be able to prepare a
simplified technical report on the findings of such simulations.

3 LECTURER(S) AND CONTACT DETAILS

3.1 Lecturers
You can contact Mr P Umenne for any theoretical questions at the following number:
Mr P Umenne
umennpo@unisa.ac.za
Telephone number: 011-4713482
Contact Times: Monday to Thursday 10h00 – 15h00

3.2 Department
Department of Electrical and Mining Engineering: electrical&mining@unisa.ac.za

3.3 University

If you need to contact the University about matters not related to the content of this module,
please consult the publication My studies @ Unisa that you received with your study material.
This brochure contains information on how to contact the University (e.g. to whom you can write
for different queries, important telephone and fax numbers, addresses and details of the times
certain facilities are open).Always have your student number at hand when you contact the
University.

4 RESOURCES
4.1 Prescribed books

The same prescribed book as in Electronics II (Theory).

4.2 Recommended books

There are no recommended books for this module.

4.3 Electronic Reserves (e-Reserves)

There are no electronic reserves for this module.
4.4 Library services and resources information
For brief information, go to www.unisa.ac.za/brochures/studies
For detailed information, go to the Unisa website at http://www.unisa.ac.za/ and click on
Library.
For research support and services of personal librarians, go to
http://www.unisa.ac.za/Default.asp?Cmd=ViewContent&ContentID=7102.

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The library has compiled a number of library guides:

 finding recommended reading in the print collection and e-reserves –

http://libguides.unisa.ac.za/request/undergrad
 requesting material – http://libguides.unisa.ac.za/request/request
 postgraduate information services – http://libguides.unisa.ac.za/request/postgrad
 finding, obtaining and using library resources and tools to assist in doing research –
http://libguides.unisa.ac.za/Research_Skills
 how to contact the Library/finding us on social media/frequently asked questions –
http://libguides.unisa.ac.za/ask

5 STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Important information appears in your my Studies @ Unisa brochure.

6 STUDY PLAN
Use your my Studies @ Unisa brochure for general time management and planning skills.

7 PRACTICAL WORK
This module covers the practical part.

8 ASSESSMENT

8.1 Assessment criteria

Your final mark will be calculated by using a ratio of 10% year mark and 90% Portfolio mark.

8.2 Assessment plan

The assignments are as follows:
 Assignment 1: Registration Form for ELECTRONICS II (Annexure A)
 Assignment 2: Send in your portfolio.

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Submission of both assignments is compulsory.

The final mark is based on all the assignment marks obtained and their contribution
towards the final mark are as shown in the table below:

ASSIGNMENT NUMBER CONTRIBUTION TOWARDS FINAL SUBJECT

MARK
1 (Compulsory) 10 %
2 (Compulsory) 90%
TOTALS = 100 %

Submission of Assignment 1 “allows” you to complete a practical assignment, which is the

examination for this subject.

Ensure that you understand this principle. Failure to submit Assignment 1 by the due date, will
result in you being barred from handing in a practical assignment and you will have to reregister
for this subject. If in doubt, contact your lecturer before the submission date!!!!

8.3 Assignment numbers

8.3.1 General assignment numbers
Assignments are numbered consecutively per module, starting from 01.

8.3.2 Unique assignment numbers

Assignment 1: 774967
(Compulsory)
Portfolio: 817507
(Compulsory)

8.4 Due dates for assignments

THE CUT-OFF SUBMISSION DATES FOR THE ASSIGNMENTS ARE :

Assignment 1 (Annexure A- 29 March 2019

Registration form) (Compulsory)

Assignment 2 – Results of experiments 27 September 2019

Portfolio(Compulsory)
If you submit an assignment online, please submit in PDF-format.
8.5 Submission of assignments
A practical assignment must be submitted or a practical workshop must be attended. The
dates on which the workshops will be held will be included in tutorial letter 301. The
practical experiments, which much be completed if you do not attend a workshop, is
uploaded under additional resources. A mentor must be chosen and the mentor form
must accompany the assignment when it is sent in. (See ANNEXURE B)
If you have submitted your registration form without a date being selected, please
contact Ms L Visser URGENTLY via e-mail lvisser@unisa.ac.za or 011 471 2854
with a date, if a date is not provided you will NOT be scheduled for a workshop.

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NO EXCEPTIONS OR CHANGES WILL BE MADE

WITHOUT A VALID PROOF AS TO WHY YOU COULD
NOT ATTEND THE WORKSHOP, AS EXAMINATION
RULES APPLY!!

Please make sure to write your student number in the space provided on the form.
For detailed information and requirements as far as assignments are concerned, see the
brochure my Studies @ Unisa that you received with your study material.

Your e-mail address should also be provided in clear and neat handwriting, as
communication might be sent to from time to time.

Tutorial letter 301, with the workshop dates, will be uploaded onto myUnisa:
 Go to myUnisa.
 Log in with your student number and password.
 Select the module.
 Click on official study material
 Go to Tutorial letter 301.

For detailed information and requirements as far as assignments are concerned, see the
brochure my Studies @ Unisa that you received with your study material.

To submit an assignment via myUnisa:

 Go to myUnisa.
 Log in with your student number and password.
 Select the module.
 Click on assignments in the menu on the left-hand side of the screen.
 Click on the assignment number you wish to submit.
 Follow the instructions.

To complete a module both the theory and practical must be passed. You have the following
options available to do the practicals:

 You can attend the practicals arranged by UNISA. These are only available at certain
venues and you have to book a spot by submitting assignment 1 as stipulated in the
tutorial letter, or
 You can complete the practicals at your workplace or another suitable training facility on
your own, with a suitable mentor (preferably ECSA registered). You need to submit a
portfolio for assessment with the Mentor’s Form.

Assignment 1 must be submitted by all students, whether you want to attend a workshop or not.

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8.6 The assignments
Experiments to be completed by students will be uploaded onto MyUnisa on the module
site under Additional Resources.

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REGISTRATION FORM FOR ELECTRONICS II PRACTICAL

WORKSHOP/COMPLETION OF PRACTICAL ASSIGNMENT
2019
ECTPRA2
PLEASE COMPLETE IN CLEAR BLOCK LETTERS & SEND IN AS A
NORMAL ASSIGNMENT

FROM Surname/Initials

STUDENT NUMBER

POSTAL ADDRESS

POSTAL CODE

TEL NO (WORK)

TEL NO (HOME)

MOBILE

e-mail

Indicate preference with an X:

I want to attend the practical workshop

I want to do the practical assignment on my

own

The date, according to the workshop

schedule, on which I will attend the _________________________________
workshop?

ONCE A STUDENT WAS ALLOCATED TO A SPECIFIC DATE, NO CHAGES WILL BE

MADE.
SIGNATURE OF LEARNER …………………….. DATE: …………………….

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 ANNEXURE B

1. POLICY FOR PRACTICAL ASSIGNMENTS

a. All experiments have to be performed.

b. In order to receive a pass mark, the student need to receive a sub-minimum of 50%.

c. All students must have their own practical guide and components.

d. Every student must do his own practical, however students are allowed to receive help in a constructive
manner.

e. Practical experiments must be built by the student himself and the relevant answers supplied on the
respective answer sheet for that experiment.

f. Use standard symbols and notation, as used in the theoretical notes and practical guide, on the answer
sheet.

g. Where applicable, the construction of your practical assignment will be evaluated on the following criteria:
i) neatness;
ii) correct layout of components;
iii) correct wiring techniques;
iv) correct operation of circuit;
v) student's knowledge of the circuit; and
vi) insight into the practical work.

h. All the experiments need to be certified by the student's mentor (see the form attached), as the student's
own work. Refer to paragraph 3 for the very important information regarding the appointment of your
mentor.

i. Students need to take every safety precaution (especially where the experiment involves 220-V and 380-V
alternating current). UNISA cannot be held responsible for any damage to equipment or harm to any
person. In cases where the student is in doubt about any safety aspect, contact Unisa for assistance.

2. INTERACTION WITH THEORETICAL WORK

You are advised to conduct the experiments only after the relevant theory has been covered.

3. APPOINTMENT OF MENTOR

Your mentor plays a very important role in the successful completion of your assignment. The functions of your
mentor are the following:

(a) help you in a constructive manner and

(b) verify that it is your own work.

Your mentor should thus be appointed in order to fulfill the above mentioned task.

Your mentor must preferably be professionally registered with ECSA (Engineering Counsel of South
Africa) for us to accredit his authorisation of your work. If the person acting as your mentor is not registered
with ECSA, then someone who is professionally registered with ECSA, should also authorise your assignment.
The mentor must supply his particulars as requested on the authorisation form attached to each experiment,
for us to accept his authorisation.

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UNISA, Programme Group Engineering,

SUBMIT THIS FORM WITH THE RESULTS OF YOUR PRACTICAL

EXPERIMENTS

Electronics II - PRACTICAL
Mentor Appointment
Student number: ................................................
Student name: ....................................................
Employer: ..........................................................

Particulars of mentor:

Name: ...........................................
Address: ........................................
.........................................
.........................................
.........................................

Employer: .........................................................
Telephone number:.............................................. (W)
............................................... (H)

Qualifications:.....................................................................................
Capacity at work:................................................................................

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8.7 Other assessment methods
None

8.8 The examination

Use your my Studies @ Unisa brochure for general examination guidelines and examination
preparation guidelines.

9 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The my Studies @ Unisa brochure contains an A-Z guide of the most relevant study
information.

10 SOURCES CONSULTED
None

11 IN CLOSING
Please ensure that you have all the tutorial letters and prescribed book available before starting
with your studies.

12 ADDENDUM
None

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