Module Specification |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Electronics for Instrumentation & Communications | ||
Code | ELEC317 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr H Van Zalinge Electrical Engineering and Electronics Vzalinge@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2021-22 | Level 6 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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To gain knowledge of a wide range of analogue components and electronics for instrumentation and communications. To gain a better understanding of the theory, analysis and design of analogue electronic circuits used in instrumentation and communications systems. To learn and use an industrial standard simulation tool (Agilent ADS) for the design of electronic systems. |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
ELEC271 ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS AND SYSTEMS; ELEC207 Instrumentation & Control |
Co-requisite modules: |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) After successful completion of the module, the student should have A good understanding of a wide range of analogue components, including filters, amplifiers, oscillators, mixers, and phase locked loops. An understanding of the limitations of these components and how these can be overcome by design or the appropriate choice of device. An understanding of how to design these components. An understanding of computer aided design of electronic systems |
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(LO2) After successful completion of the module, the students should be able to demonstrate ability in applying knowledge of the module topics to: Analyse problems associated with electronic circuits for instrumentation and communication systems. Select correct components for electronic system design. Design an electronic system using an industrial standard CAD tool. |
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(S1) After successful completion of the module, she student should have: The ability to select the correct components to design an electronic system. Sufficient confidence to be able to analyse the behaviour of complex circuits. The ability to design practical circuits to meet a given specification with aid of the CAD tool. |
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(S2) On successful completion of the module, students should be able to show experience and enhancement of the following key skills: Independent learning. Problem solving and design skills. |
Syllabus |
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Introduction to instrumentation and communication systems Filters Introduction and review of filters (passive, active and digital) and their specifications (such as the transfer function, bandwidth, impedance). Amplifiers Introduction of amplifiers (such as the op-amp, low noise amp, broadband amp ) and their specifications (gain, bandwidth, noise figure, efficiency, linearity, input and output impedance). Oscillators General theory, the feedback method of oscillator design. Phase Locked Loops Mixers Introduction to mixers and their specifications: conversion loss, isolation, LO drive level, inter-modulation, gain compression and dynamic range. Mixer design and examples. Computer aided design (CAD) for electronic systems |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Due to Covid-19, one or more of the following delivery methods will be implemented based on the current local conditions and the situation of registered students. I Teaching Method 2 - Synchronous face to face tutorials (b) Fully online delivery and assessment Teaching Method 2 - On-line synchronous tutorials (c) Standard on-campus delivery with minimal social distancing Teaching Method 2 - Tutorial |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
36 |
3 |
39 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 111 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
(317) Assessment 1 Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2 examination period | 0 | 75 | ||||
10 one hour in class tests at 2.5% of module mark each. Each will be an open book problem to engage the students with the relevant topic of that weeks lectures. | 1 | 25 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Reading List |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |