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Postgraduate Handbook 2019-2020 (archived)
Module ENGI30120: ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATIONS (MSc)
Department: Engineering
ENGI30120: ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATIONS (MSc)
| Type | Level | Credits | Availability | Module Cap | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tied | 3 | 20 | Available in 2019/2020 | Durham |
Tied To
- H1K709: Communications Engineering (see Postgraduate Handbook 2017-2018 for details)
Pre-requisites
- None.
Corequisites
- None.
Excluded Combinations
- None.
Aims
- This module is for students intending to fulfil the requirements of the MSc in Communications.
- The module aims to introduce and/or develop the principles of analogue electronics and an understanding of the use of CAD tools in the area of electronics.
- To cover the fundamental concepts of communications engineering.
Content
- Analogue MOSFET amplifiers.
- Operational amplifier circuits.
- Complex CMOS logic circuits.
- Waveform generators.
- Phase-Lock Loop.
- Converters (DACs and ADC).
- Information Theory.
- Amplitude Modulation.
- Frequency Modulation.
- Phase Modulation.
- Digital Communications.
Learning Outcomes
Subject-specific Knowledge
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of fundamental engineering concepts, principles, theories and mathematics relevant to electronic engineering.
Subject-specific Skills
- To critically analyse, evaluate and interpret engineering data;
- To apply engineering principles to the solution of a specific, complex problem;
- To use electronic CAD tools and packages proficiently.
Key Skills
- Numerical skills appropriate to an engineer;
- General problem solving skills that can be applied in a novel context;
- Capacity for self-learning in familiar and unfamiliar situations;
- Proficient use of information technology relevant to the engineering profession.
Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module
- Teaching by lectures and tutorials which will be assessed through written examination enables each student to demonstrate their knowledge and an ability to analyse and solve new problems.
- Students are able to make use of staff Office Hours to discuss any aspect of the module with teaching staff on a one to one basis. These are sign-up sessions available for up to one hour per week.
- Electronic CAD leads to capability in the application of the subject knowledge that has been gained. Continuous assessment of this element is based upon the production of detailed technical engineering drawings appropriate to Electronic Engineering. CAD work is carried out in practical sessions which contribute a summative element to the module.
Teaching Methods and Learning Hours
| Activity | Number | Frequency | Duration | Total Hours | Attendance Monitored |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 42 | 2 per week | 1 hour | 42 | |
| Practical CAD sessions | 4 | 1 per week | 2 hours | 8 | Yes |
| Laboratories | 3 | Typically 1 per week | 3 hours | 9 | Yes |
| Office Hours | as required | weekly sign-up sessions | up to 1 hour | 8 | |
| Preparation and reading | 133 | ||||
| Total | 200 |
Summative Assessment
| Component | Component Weighting | Element | Length/Duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 80% | Written Examination | 2 hours | 100% | no |
| Coursework | 20% | Coursework | 100% | no |
Formative Assessment
Problem Sheets for lecture courses. Laboratories
Students who do not attend monitored activities shown under Teaching Methods
and Learning Hours, or who fail to complete the summative or formative
assessment(s) specified above, may be subject to the Academic Progress
procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be
required to leave the University.