FYSS6410 Digital Electronics (5 cr)

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Study level:

Advanced studies

Grading scale:

0-5

Language:

English, Finnish

Responsible organisation:

Department of Physics

Curriculum periods:

2020-2021, 2021-2022, 2022-2023, 2023-2024

Description

Boolean algebra
Simplification of switching functions by K-maps and Quine-McCluskey method.
Logic families: NMOS, CMOS, TTL, ECL

Combinational logic design principles and several applications.
Latches (SR, D) and flip-flops (D, JK, T, Master-Slave SR).
Synchronous counters.
Synthesis of synchronous sequential circuits.
Basics of PAL, PLA, ROM and RAM circuits.

Learning outcomes

After the course the student is able to

describe the basics of Boolean algebra.
solve simplification problems of switching functions.

recognize different logic families.
explain design principles and implementation of combinational logic.
explain static and dynamic hazards.
describe programmable logic devices.
explain design principles of synchronous sequential circuits.

Description of prerequisites

FYSS6301 Electronics, part A and FYSS6302 Electronics, part B

Study materials

Lecture slides

Literature

John F. Wakerly. DIGITAL DESIGN: Principles and Practices, fourth edition. ISBN 0-13-186389-4.
Victor P. Nelson, H. Troy Nagle, J. David Irwin, Bill D. Carrol. DIGITAL LOGIC CIRCUIT ANALYSIS & DESIGN. Prentice hall. ISBN 0-13-463894-8.

Completion methods

Method 1

Evaluation criteria:

Grading is based on examination points. Exercise points can compensate one question. Mandatory laboratory group work.

Time of teaching:

Period 3

Select all marked parts

Parts of the completion methods

Teaching (5 cr)

Type:

Participation in teaching