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Programme and Module Handbook

Undergraduate Programme and Module Handbook 2022-2023 (archived)

Module ENGINEW: Electronic and Electrical Systems 1

Department: Engineering

ENGINEW: Electronic and Electrical Systems 1

Type Tied Level 1 Credits 20 Availability Available in 2022/23 Module Cap None. Location Durham
Tied to H100
Tied to H103

Prerequisites

  • As specified in programme regulations

Corequisites

  • As specified in programme regulations.

Excluded Combination of Modules

  • As specified in programme regulations.

Aims

  • This module is designed for students studying Department of Engineering degree programmes.
  • It provides a working knowledge of electrical and electronic circuit theory, component, electromagnetism and hardware interfacing.
  • It shows how the material covered fits into the wider engineering context.

Content

  • Fundamentals of circuit theory and equivalent circuits
  • Signal conditioning for electronic measurements
  • Fundamentals of electric and magnetic fields and their application in electrical machines
  • Basic operation of digital systems
  • Problem sheets

Learning Outcomes

Subject-specific Knowledge:
  • An understanding of DC and AC circuits and their analysis methods.
  • An understanding of the methods and considerations involved in electronic measurements.
  • An understanding of electromagnetism and electrostatics.
  • Basic understanding of interfacing with digital systems.
Subject-specific Skills:
  • Solution of problems involving electronic and electrical circuits.
Key Skills:
  • Numerical skills appropriate to an engineer
  • General problem solving skills

Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module

  • Lectures and associated tutorials, as lectures are the most efficient way to impart the required knowledge in this context.
  • Application of course material to weekly problem sheets, as this reinforces knowledge and provides training in problem solving.
  • Written examinations, as these can directly assess knowledge, understanding and problem solving ability.
  • Students are able to make use of staff 'Tutorial 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 per lecture course.

Teaching Methods and Learning Hours

Activity Number Frequency Duration Total/Hours
Lectures 50 2 per week 1 hour 40
Tutorials Hours As required Weekly sign up sessions up to an hour 8
Reading, problem sheet completion and other self-guided learning activities 152
Total 200

Summative Assessment

â–  Attendance at all activities marked with this symbol will be monitored. Students who fail to attend these activities, or to complete the summative or formative assessment specified above, will be subject to the procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University.
Component: Written Examination Component Weighting: 100%
Element Length / duration Element Weighting Resit Opportunity
Written Examination 2 hours 100% Yes

Formative Assessment:

Problem Sheets, Collection Exam


Attendance at all activities marked with this symbol will be monitored. Students who fail to attend these activities, or to complete the summative or formative assessment specified above, will be subject to the procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University