I. Course Title: Electronics Laboratory
II. Course Number: PHYS 309
III. Credit Hours: 3 credits
IV. Prerequisites: PHYS 112 or PHYS 222
V. Course Description:
Building dc and ac circuits; microcontroller circuits applied to scientific/engineering tasks; theory and use of transistors and operational amplifiers; and the use of oscilloscopes, function generators and other professional electronic test equipment.
Note(s): Applied Learning designated course.
VI. Detailed Description of Content of the Course:
This laboratory course provides students with experience in building, testing, and troubleshooting electronic circuits used in industrial and research careers. Students communicate their observations, understanding, and professional applications for each circuit through regular write-ups that will form a reference library for their future professional use.
The laboratory topics include the following:
VI. Detailed Description of Conduct of Course:
Students will meet for instruction in the laboratory for three hours per week. Students will be expected to use additional self-directed laboratory time to complete weekly circuit assignments. In weekly write-ups, students will summarize their observations and understanding how each circuit works, and how each is applied in professional practice.
VII. Goals and Objectives of the Course:
By the end of this course students should be able to
VIII. Assessment Measures:
Students are assessed on their ability to apply electronics in scientific and engineering situations through various measures including some or all of the following:
Other Course Information: None
Review and Approval
2013
March 01, 2021