Course detail

Electronic Circuits Theory

FEKT-LTEOAcad. year: 2015/2016

Students become familiar with principles and application of basic matrix methods (based on Kirchhoff´s equations, method of the current loops, method of the nodal voltages) and its modifications (linear transformations, method of disabled row, method of stamps). Further, important questions involving noise, sensitivity and tolerance analysis of the electronic circuits will be addressed. Finally, the problems with feedback loops and system stability, oscillation conditions and methods for solving the nonlinear electronic networks will be solved.

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

7

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Learning outcomes of the course unit

The graduate is able (1) apply matrix methods to the analysis of the linearized circuits with active elements, (2) numerically and graphically solve nonlinear networks, (3) use computer to analyze and design amplifiers, filters, oscillators and similar electronic circuits with lumped parameters.

Prerequisites

Pre-requisites are fundamental knowledge of mathematics (handling with vectors and matrices, solving system of equations, derivation and integration) and electronics (Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff’s laws).

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Techning methods include lectures, computer laboratories and practical laboratories. Course is taking advantage of e-learning (Moodle) system. Teaching methods depend on the type of course unit as specified in the article 7 of BUT Rules for Studies and Examinations.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

During teaching period students can obtain 10 points for the activity in computer lessons, 10 points for particular successes in lab and 20 points for mastering four individual projects. The final epistolary test is honored by 60 points.

Course curriculum

1. Fundamental laws and theorems in electronic circuits
2. Network functions and parameters
3. Matrix methods for solving linearized circuits with regular elements, part I
4. Matrix methods for solving linearized circuits with regular elements, part II
5. Matrix methods for solving linearized circuits with irregular elements, part I
6. Matrix methods for solving linearized circuits with irregular elements, part II
7. Signal flow graphs as a tool for solving linearized electronic circuits
8. Sensitivity and tolerance analysis of the electronic circuits
9. Noise analysis of the electronic circuits
10. Synthesis of the passive two-terminal devices
11. Electronic circuit as dynamical system, feedback loop and stability
12. Methods for solving nonlinear circuits, chaos in circuits
13. Design of the active devices on chip (visiting lecturer from ON-Semiconductor)

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

Lectures are aimed to area of the analytical methods for solving linearized circuits, numerical approaches dedicated to deal with nonlinear networks, utilization of personal computer for analysis and synthesis of the various types of the electronic circuits and other selected questions from circuit theory.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

Evaluation of activities is specified by a regulation, which is issued by the lecturer responsible for the course annually.

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

T. Dostál: Teorie elektronických obvodů. Elektronická skripta FEKT VUT, Brno, 2006. (CS)
J. Petržela: Teorie elektronických obvodů. Skripta FEKT VUT, Brno, 2012. (CS)

Recommended reading

Pospíšil, J.: Stručný přehled TEO – I, II. Skripta FEKT VUT, Brno, 2004. (CS)
J. Pospíšil, T. Dostál: Teorie elektronických obvodů. Skripta FEI VUT, Brno, 2000. (CS)

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme EEKR-ML Master's

    branch ML-EST , 1. year of study, winter semester, compulsory

  • Programme EEKR-ML1 Master's

    branch ML1-EST , 1. year of study, winter semester, compulsory

  • Programme EEKR-CZV lifelong learning

    branch ET-CZV , 1. year of study, winter semester, compulsory

Type of course unit

 

Lecture

26 hours, optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

Syllabus

1. Introduction to the theory of electronic circuits and systems.
2. Modelling and analysis of the electronic circuits.
3. Topology and matrix solution of the electronic circuits.
4. Analysis of linearized circuits with regular elements.
5. Analysis of circuits with irregular elements and functional blocks.
6. Diakoptic and hybrid description of the circuits.
7. MC graphs.
8. Circuit systems and feedback.
9. Analysis of the network stability. Oscillation.
10. Methods of analysis of nonlinear circuits.
11. Tolerance, sensitivity and noise analysis.
12. Design and synthesis of the circuits. Synthesis of the RLC two-poles.
13. Principles of switched networks, switched capacitors, switched currents. Circuits in curren

Exercise in computer lab

26 hours, compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

Syllabus

Introductory information, analysis by the MATHCAD program
Symbolical circuits analysis by the SNAP program
Basic introduction to the PSPICE program
DC and AC analysis of electrical circuits
Time analysis, models of basic elements
Design and analysis of a simple amplifier
Final test.

Laboratory exercise

26 hours, compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

Syllabus

Operational amplifier, properties, applications
Two-poles with negative input resistance
Transistor amplifier and liniter
Change of frequency spectrum in nonlinear circuits
Diode rectifiers
Parametric AM modulator
Final test (15 pt.)