Digital Circuits (C0008), 6 op

Basic information

Course name:	Digital Circuits Digital Circuits
Course Winha code:	C0008
Kurre acronym:	DC
Credits:	6
Type and level of course:	Professional studies
Year of study, semester or study period:	1.year
Implementation:	Autumn semester, 2.period, 3.period
Semester:	0708
Language of tuition:	English
Teacher:	Seppo Haltsonen
Final assessment:	Grading scale (0-5)

Descriptions

Prerequisites

Course contents (core content level)

Digital representation of data
Number systems and conversions
Binary arithmetic of 2?s complement numbers
Codes
Combinational circuits, Boolean algebra, logic gates
Representation of logic functions
Analysis and design of combinational circuits
Sequential circuits, latches, flip-flops
Analysis of sequential circuits
Parallel and shift registers
Binary counters
Design of sequential circuits

Course contents (additional)

Canonical forms of logic functions
Quine-McCluskey method
Logic families
Arithmetic circuits
Latch and flip-flop structures
Ring and Johnson counters

Core content level learning outcomes (knowledge and understanding)

Familiarity with the main principles of modern digital systems. Knowledge of the structure, operation, design and applications of digital circuits and devices. Basic knowledge required to analyse, design, assemble and test digital circuits.

Core content level learning outcomes (skills)

Ability to do conversions between number systems and ability to do binary calculations. Ability to analyse, design, build and test combinational and sequential circuits.

Teaching and learning strategies

Teaching methods and student workload

Lectures
Exam
Tutorials
Laboratory assignments
Assignments

Assessment weighting and grading

Exams, lab work and reports, project report

Related competences of the degree programme

Embedded Engineering
Theoretical basis and mathematical and science skills