Course teacher(s)
François QUITIN (Coordinator)ECTS credits
5
Language(s) of instruction
english
Course content
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Basis of semiconductors physics
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Diode equations
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Bipolar Junction Transistor
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Field-effect transistors (MOSFET and JFET)
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single stage amplifiers with BJT and MOSFET
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differential amplifiers
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complements on the operational amplifier
Objectives (and/or specific learning outcomes)
Specific Competences
To go deeper into knowledge on:
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semiconductor physics
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functioning of components (diodes, transistors)
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basic assemblies based upon those components, mainly discrete amplifiers and opamps
At the end of the course the student will be able to:
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understand the physical bases of the various current semiconductors
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calculate the properties of the basic transistor assemblies on the basis of their equation, their characteristic curves and of their small signal equivalent circuits
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use the simulator SPICE to handle the concepts related to the frequency domain (bandwidth, stability)
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evaluate the importance of the imperfections of the operational amplifiers in order to select an adequate component
Generic competences
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Resolution of technical problem by using the acquired knowledge and with a scientific and rigorous methodology
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Team work
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Technical and interpersonal communication
Teaching methods and learning activities
Lectures (24h=12x2h)
Labs (36h=9x4h) in groups of 2 to 3 students
- learn to use the SPICE simulator by analyzing MOSFET amplifier circuits
- learn to use the CAD software to design Printed Circuit Boards,
- solder components on the PCB and test the PCB with lab equipment
Contribution to the teaching profile
This teaching unit contributes to the following competences:
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Abstraire, modéliser et simuler des systèmes physiques complexes rencontrés dans les applications biomédicales (bioélectricité, biomécanique, écoulements, etc.)
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Traiter et analyser des signaux de toute nature, 1D, image, vidéo, en particulier ceux issus des dispositifs médicaux
References, bibliography, and recommended reading
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FLOYD TL
"Électronique composants et systèmes d'applications"
Editions Reynald Goulet
SEDRA/SMITH
"Microelectronic Circuits"
Oxford University Press
MANCINI R
"Op-amps for every one"
www.ti.com/lit/an/slod006b/slod006b.pdf
CARTER B
"Handbook of Operational Amplifier Applications"
www.ti.com/lit/an/sboa092a/sboa092a.pdf
Other information
Contacts
Lecturer: François QUITIN
Assistants: Renaud THEUNISSEN
Campus
Solbosch
Evaluation
Method(s) of evaluation
- Other
Other
The written exam evaluates both the lectures and the labs
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The written exam is "open-book", students can use their notes
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A lab exam is organized to evaluate the lab learnings, i.e. the student will have to use the SPICE software to analyze a circuit. There is no second session mark for the lab exam, i.e. the first session mark of the lab exam will count for the final grade of the course.
Mark calculation method (including weighting of intermediary marks)
The grade is split as follows: 1/3 on the lab exam, 2/3 on the written exam. There is no second session mark for the lab exam, i.e. the first session mark of the lab exam will count for the final grade of the course.
Language(s) of evaluation
- english