This module will cover DC circuit theory including Thevenin's Theorem, Norton’s Theorem, Maximum Power Transfer Theorem, and Superposition Theorem. It will also cover AC circuit theory such as role of reactive components and currents and voltages in circuits with series and parallel connected reactive loads. The module will also provide knowledge and understanding of principles of analogue and digital electronic and their applications. It will allow participants to explore the concepts of PN junction diode, Transistor action and various biasing configurations of BJTs. Furthermore, uses of fundamental logic gates in combinational logic applications will also be discussed.

A 2000 words individual report weighted at 70%, assessing learning outcomes 2, and 3. The coursework will require the use of analogue and digital circuit design techniques for engineering applications. The designed circuits are expected to be tested and evaluated to inform about advantages and limitations of analogue and digital electronic. Meeting AHEP 4 Outcomes C2 and C12



A 1.5-hour written examination weighted at 30%, assessing learning outcome 1. Meeting AHEP 4 Outcome C2.



Professional Body requirements mean that a minimum overall score of 40% is required to pass a module, with each element of assessment requiring a minimum mark of 30% unless otherwise stated.

To enable students gain deep knowledge and understanding of the topics and to equip them with the ability to analyse and apply concepts related to electrical and electronic principles, following learning strategies are used:

Problem Based Lectures

Tutorials/Laboratories

Independent study: (including reading, information gathering, discussion and debate, exploring digital resources, and coursework preparation)

Apply principles of DC and AC circuit theory to analyse a range of electrical and electronic circuits. (AHEP 4: C2)

Application

Analysis

Problem Solving

Knowledge and Understanding


Design and develop circuits to perform basic applications using analogue and digital electronic circuits. (AHEP 4: C2)

Application

Analysis

Problem Solving

Knowledge and Understanding


Use practical and laboratory skills to test and evaluate a range of AC, DC, Analogue and Digital circuits used for real engineering applications. (AHEP 4: C12)

Application

Analysis

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Hambley, A. R. (2018). Electrical engineering: Principles and applications. Pearson.

Hughes, E. (2012) Electrical and Electronic Technology, 11th Edn., Pearson Education Ltd., Harlow.

Wyatt, D., & Tooley, M. (2018). Aircraft Electrical and Electronic Systems. Routledge.

Blackboard, Software tools to simulate and analyse electrical circuits.

Applications of electrical and electronic devices and circuits are continuously growing. This module will be a great opportunity to learn about the application of fundamental theories in the analysis of DC and AC circuits. This module will provide learners with an ability to design and evaluate practical circuits using analogue and digital electronics.