Module overview
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- The use of programs for numerical solution of mathematical equations.
- Approaches for numerical simulation of electrical and electromagnetic fields and systems.
- The principles of Object-Oriented programming, including the concepts of inheritance, abstraction and polymorphism.
Subject Specific Practical Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Use simple numerical programs to solve physical problems
- Design, write and debug Object-Oriented programs
- Use numerical simulation software for a range of practical applications and design questions.
Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Analyse, enhance and debug existing OO programs.
- Effectively integrate reusable OO libraries.
- Describe the most appropriate numerical approach for different electrical problems.
Transferable and Generic Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Select an appropriate numerical approach for different simple mathematical problems.
- Understand and choose appropriate commercial numerical simulation tools for different physical problems.
- Model software systems before implementation.
- Address novel design challenges by choosing appropriate analysis and design methods.
Syllabus
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Follow-up work | 12 |
| Completion of assessment task | 60 |
| Lecture | 24 |
| Specialist Laboratory | 36 |
| Preparation for scheduled sessions | 18 |
| Total study time | 150 |
Resources & Reading list
General Resources
Laboratory space and equipment required. IC fabrication facilities
Online documents. Lecture notes and details of assignments and assessment schemes will be provided on line.
Software requirements. The student version of Orcad/PSpice and LTSpice
Textbooks
Williams T (2005). The Circuit Designer's Companion. Newnes,.
Lidwell W, Holden K and Butler J (2010). Universal Principles of Design. Rockport Publishers Inc.
Sedra A S & Smith K C (2004). Microelectronic Circuits. OUP.
Spencer R R & Ghausi M S (2003). Introduction to Electronic Circuit Design. Prentice Hall.
Assessment
Assessment strategy
This module is assessed entirely by a combination of coursework exercises, presentations and reports, along with demonstrations. There is no referral opportunity for this module. There is no external repeat opportunity for this module.Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Coursework | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal