227-0077-10L Electronic Circuits
| Semester | Autumn Semester 2020 |
| Lecturers | Q. Huang |
| Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
| Language of instruction | English |
Courses
| Number | Title | Hours | Lecturers | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 227-0077-10 V | Halbleiter-Schaltungstechnik Die Vorlesung kann auch online besucht werden. The lecturers will communicate the exact lesson times of ONLINE courses. | 2 hrs |
| Q. Huang | |||||||||
| 227-0077-10 U | Halbleiter-Schaltungstechnik The lecturers will communicate the exact lesson times of ONLINE courses. | 2 hrs |
| Q. Huang |
Catalogue data
| Abstract | Introductory lecture on electronic circuits. Transistor fundamentals, analysis and design of transistor based electronic circuits such as amplifiers and filters; operational amplifiers and circuits based thereon. |
| Learning objective | Modern, transistor-based electronics has transformed our lives and plays a crucial role in our economy since the 2nd half of last century. The main objective of this course in electronic circuits is to introduce the concept of the active device, including operational amplifiers, and their use in amplification, signal conditioning, switching and filtering to students. In addition to gaining experience with typical electronic circuits that are found in common applications, including their own Gruppenarbeit and Fachpraktikum projects, students sharpen their understanding of linear circuits based on nonlinear devices, imperfections of electronic circuits and the concept of design (as opposed to analysis). The course is a prerequisite for higher semester subjects such as analog integrated circuits, RF circuits for wireless communications, A/D and D/A converters and optoelectronics. |
| Content | Review of transistor devices (bipolar and MOSFET), large signal and small signal characteristics, biasing and operating points. Single transistor amplifiers, simple feedback for bias stabilization. Frequency response of simple amplifiers. Broadbanding techniques. Differential amplifiers, operational amplifiers, variable gain amplifiers. Instrumentation amplifiers: common mode rejection, noise, distortion, chopper stabilization. Transimpedance amplifiers. Active filters: simple and biquadratic active RC-filters, higher order filters, biquad and ladder realizations. Switched-capacitor filters. |
| Literature | Göbel, H.: Einführung in die Halbleiter-Schaltungstechnik. Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg, 6th edition, 2019. Pederson, D.O. and Mayaram, K.: Analog Integrated Circuits for Communication. Springer US, 2nd edition, 2008. Sansen, W.M.C.: Analog Design Essentials. Springer US, 1st edition, 2006. Su, K.L.: Analog Filters. Springer US, 2nd edition, 2002. |
Performance assessment
| Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again) | |
Performance assessment as a semester course | |
| In examination block for | Bachelor's Degree Programme in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology 2016; Version 31.10.2017 (Examination Block 2) Bachelor's Degree Programme in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology 2017; Version 07.11.2024 (Examination Block 2) Bachelor's Programme in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology 2012; Version 24.02.2016 (Examination Block 2) |
| ECTS credits | 4 credits |
| Examiners | Q. Huang |
| Type | session examination |
| Language of examination | English |
| Repetition | The performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit. |
| Mode of examination | written 120 minutes |
| Additional information on mode of examination | The exercises are an important part of the course. The weekly exercises are offered as a "continuous performance assessment": if you complete 10 exercises and hand them in in time for review, the grade earned in the session exam will be increased by 0.25 grade points. |
| Written aids | 5 A4 sheets double-sided (= 10 pages) of notes written by hand or machine. Pocket calculator not capable of communication! |
| If the course unit is part of an examination block, the credits are allocated for the successful completion of the whole block. This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding. | |
Learning materials
| Main link | https://iis-students.ee.ethz.ch/lectures/electronic-circuits |
| Only public learning materials are listed. | |
Groups
| No information on groups available. |
Restrictions
| There are no additional restrictions for the registration. |
Offered in
| Programme | Section | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering and Information Technology Bachelor | Examination Block 2 | O |  |