BANGLADESH ARMY INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (BAIUST)

Department of Computer Science and Engineering
Undergraduate Program

COURSE OUTLINE SPRING 2020 – 2021 SEMESTER

I. Basic Information:

Faculty Md Samin Rahman, Lecturer, Dept. of CSE

Office Hours Day Time Room No.
Wednesday 08:30 AM – 10:25 AM 31
Thursday 08.30 AM – 09.25 AM 31
Counseling Hour Tuesday 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Office
Contact Details Office: Campus 1, BAIUST
Email: md.samin.rahman@gmail.com
Mobile: 01304097416
Course Pre-requisites N/A
Department Offering CSE
the Course
Course Title Electronic Devices and Circuits
Course Code EEE-169 Credit 03 Contact Minutes 2310
Number of Lectures 37 Number of Tutorials 04 Project Assignment and 1 Total 42
Presentation

II. Course Description:

1. Introduction to semiconductors, p-n junction diode, I–V characteristics; Diode applications: half
and full wave rectifiers, clipping and clamping circuits, regulated power supply;
2. Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT): principle of operation, Transistor circuit configurations (CE,
CB, CC), BJT biasing, BJT Transistor modeling, small-signal analysis of single and multi- stage
amplifiers, frequency response of BJT amplifier.
3. Field Effect Transistors (FET): Principle of operation of JFET and MOSFET, Depletion and
enhancement type MOSFETs, Switching circuits using FETs, CMOS, biasing of FETs, FET small
signal analysis, Low and high frequency response of FETs;
4. Study of Operational amplifiers and its applications; Feedback and oscillators circuits;
5. Operation, characteristics and application of SCR, TRIAC, DIAC and UJT;
6. Introduction to IC fabrication processes
III. Course Outcome (CO) Matrix:

At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

Level of Domain
C P A S PO
CO 1 Comprehend the basic concepts and characteristics of C2 PO1
the electronic devices and circuits, IC fabrication
CO 2 Exemplify basic operations and applications of diode, C2 CT PO1
different transistors, op-amp, thyristors
CO 3 Implement different transistor, amplifier circuits C3 CT PO2
CO 4 Demonstrate knowledge of electronics devices and P3 TW PO9
circuit analysis in a cyber-physical entity

C: Cognitive; P: Psychomotor; A: Affective; S: Soft-skills (CT: Critical Thinking, TW: Teamwork)

IV. Mapping of CO and Program Outcomes:

COs Program Outcomes (POs) (Appendix 1)

S = Strong, M = Medium and W = Weak
PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO11 PO12
CO1 S
CO2 S
CO3 S
CO4 M

V. Lecturer Outline:

Class Topics/Assignment COs Reading Lecture Outcomes/

Reference Activities
1 Revision on Semiconductor Physics, 1 1 Explain basic principles
Intrinsic semiconductors, Extrinsic behind semiconductor use
semiconductors, Important semiconductor in Electronic devices
Parameters
2 p-n junction, space-charge region and 1 1 Describe P-N junctions and
potential barrier, p-n junction biasing, its working principles
temperature effects on the p-n junction
currents, current components in p-n
junction,
3 diode I-V characteristics, diode circuits : 1, 2 1 Explain basic principles
piecewise linear model, DC and AC behind Diode
resistance component
4 Solving series and parallel diode network, 1 1 Solve simple diode circuits
 half wave and full wave rectifier to find current and voltages
5 Clipper and Clamper circuit with analysis 1, 2 1 Solve Clipper and Clamper
and examples Circuits
6 Zener diode, principle, construction, 1, 2 1 Recognize principles
characteristics curve, operation as voltage behind Zener Diode
regulator
7 Review Lecture 1 – 6
8 Class Test 1 Lecture 1 - 6
9 Introduction to BJTs and FETs – 1, 2 1, 2 Recall and explain BJT
application and advantages of one over the
other, differences between BJTs and FETs
and JFETs with MOSFETs BJT types,
symbols and Operation
10 BJT currents in and parameters, BJT 1, 2 1, 2 Solve BJT circuits
configurations
11 BJT modes of operation, BJT input and 1, 2 1, 2 Solve BJT circuits
output I-V Characteristics,
12 BJT dc biasing – load line and Q-point and 3 Lecture 9 – 12
biasing circuits, Stability of biasing circuit,
BJT as a switch,
13 Transistor modeling: r_e model, hybrid 3 1 Clarify and compare
model, introduction to the small-signal Transistor modeling
model (transconductance, input
conductance, depletion and diffusion
capacitance, Early effect),
14 Brief introduction to FET 1, 2 1 Recall and explain FET
15 Symbols, types, cross-section, 1, 2 1 Explain JFET
operation, transfer and drain
characteristics, important
parameters of JFET
16 JFET current equation JFET dc biasing : 3 1 Solve JFET Circuits
Fixed biasing, Self biasing, Mid-point
biasing, Voltage division biasing, load line
and Q-point, Q-point stability
17 Problem Solving Lecture 13 – 16
18 Review Lecture 9 – 16
19 Class Test 2 Lecture 9 – 16
20 Symbols, cross-section, operation 1, 2 1, 2 Explain and Solve D-
(enhancement, depletion), transfer and MOSFET circuits
drain characteristics, current equation DC
biasing : zero bias of D-MOSFET
21 Symbols, cross-section, operation, transfer 1, 2 1, 2 Explain and Solve E-
and drain characteristics, current equation, MOSFET circuits
channel length modulation effect DC
biasing : voltage divider, drain feedback of
E-MOSFET
22 CMOS, biasing of FETs, FET small signal 2 1 Compute circuit analysis
analysis, Low and high frequency response
of FETs;
23 Problem Solving Lecture 20 – 22
24 Operational Amplifiers Basics, Different 3 1 Solve and Design op-amp
types of Operational Amplifiers, related circuits
explanations
25 Negative Feedback topologies, op-amp 3 1, 2 Solve and Design op-amp
applications circuits
26 Problem Solving Lecture 24 – 25
27 Review Lecture 20 – 25
28 Class Test 3 Lecture 20 – 25
29 Oscillatory Circuit types, their Circuits and 3 1, 2 Explain Oscillatory
example maths Circuits
30 Op-amp Multivibrator, Op-amp 2, 3 1, 2 Explain Oscillatory
Comparator, Op-amp Monostable Circuits
31 Operation, Characteristics and application 2, 3 1, 2 Explain power electronics
of SCR, TRIAC devices and solve related
circuits
32 Operation, Characteristics and application 2, 3 1, 2 Explain power electronics
of DIAC, and UJT devices and solve related
circuits
33 Problem Solving 2 Lecture 29 – 32
34 Problem Solving 2 Lecture 24 – 32
35 Project Assignment and Presentation 4
36 Introduction to IC fabrication processes 1 2 Recognize and recall IC
fabrication processes
37 Introduction to IC fabrication processes 1 2 Recognize and recall IC
fabrication processes
38 Introduction to IC fabrication processes 1 2 Recognize and recall IC
fabrication processes
39 Problem Solving Lecture 29 – 38
40 Review Lecture 29 – 38
41 Class Test Lecture 29 – 38
42 Review Class, Problem Solutions and Lecture 1 – 41
Suggestion

VI. Reading Reference:

1. Electronic Devices and Circuit Theory -Robert L. Boylestad and Louis Nashelsky
2. Electronic Principles – Albert P. Malvino.
VII. Assessment Methods:

Category Marks %
Class Participation/ Observation 5
Class Attendance 5
Quizzes/class tests 15
Assignment 5
Final Examination (3 hours) 70
Total 100

VIII. Grading System

Numeric Grade Letter Grade Grade Point

80% and above A+ 4.00
75% to less than 80% A 3.75
70% to less than 75% A- 3.5
65% to less than 70% B+ 3.25
60% to less than 65% B 3.00
55% to less than 60% B- 2.75
50% to less than 55% C+ 2.50
45% to less than 50% C 2.25
40% to less than 45% D 2.00
Less than 40% F 0.00

IX. Course Requirements

Class attendance: Minimum 80% of total class attendance is required to attend the final examination.
Below 80% attendance, associated marks will be counted as 0. In case of sickness 70% attendance
may be considered by the VC with proper medical documents provided by the students. All students
are expected to attend all scheduled classes, and to read all assigned chapters / materials before
coming to class

Late submission of work: If there is any assignment given to the students, they have to submit it
before the deadline decided by the course teacher. Late submission will be followed by penalty,
please maintain deadlines. Late submission of homework/assignment will have negative impact on
marks.

Unfair means /plagiarism: Plagiarism is going to be handled by severe punishment. Original work
submission is motivated because it carries marks of value. Students are strongly encouraged to
interact and discuss ideas and materials for courses among themselves.

X. Students’ Responsibilities

 Students are required to abide by the existing rules, regulations, code of conduct of BAIUST.
 Regular participation in class maintaining ethics and proper dress code
 Interactive discussion with course teacher
 Regular go through text books and recommended books or online resources.
 Maintain at least 80% class attendance

XI. Teaching Method

1. Formal lectures will provide the theoretical basis and cover the practical implementation of
the topic. A collection of lecture notes, tutorial examples, followed by debate and
explanation, along with suggested reading, will support and guide the learners in their own
private research.

2. Maximum topics from the textbook will be covered. Reference books will be followed for
the remaining subjects. All notes of the class will be uploaded to the internet. Most of the
moment, Multimedia projector will be used for the students. White board will be used,
convenience in some cases.

3. Before entering the class, students must study until the last lesson and it is recommended that
they go through the appropriate section before entering the class. It's not enough just to be
present in the class. Students must be involved in debates in the classroom. In order to test
their class efficiency, few tasks will be provided to the learners based on that class.

XII. Course Teacher Strategy Statement (Personal Perspective) to improve Teacher-

Student Interaction and Class Participation
Class Participation:
I, Md Samin Rahman will personally adopt these three strategies to improve Teacher- Student
Interaction and Class participation in the course work:
 1. I have assigned 2 hour counseling hour in a week. In that time, I will be available at office
and students are free to consult and get support from me in their own pace and comfort.
2. There will be a group based assignment, where the student group is required to solve a
complex engineering problem consulting me (the course teacher) at least once a week
3. There will be case study opportunities, where students will collaborate with different
stakeholders on their own pace to truly understand the industry/stakeholders’ valuation,
perspective and overall significance of the course, that is being taught. I will be an integral
part of this journey.

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Md Samin Rahman
Course Teacher, EEE 169

XIII. Teaching Aid

White Board, Multi-media Projector, Lecture sheets

XIV. Additional Reading Material

Google web & Google Scholar, Wikipedia, online tutorial links, online course materials etc. will be
provided time to time in lectures.

Appendix-1: Program Outcome (POs)

(Source: https://www.baetebangladesh.org/poa.php)

Program Outcomes (POs) are narrower statements that describe what students are expected to know
and be able to do by the time of graduation. These relate to the knowledge, skills and attitudes that
students acquire while progressing through the program. The program must demonstrate that by the
time of graduation, students have achieved an acceptable minimum level of certain knowledge, skills
and behavioral traits. The BAETE specifically requires that students acquire the following graduate
attributes:

(a) Engineering knowledge (PO 1): Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering
fundamentals and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.

(b) Problem analysis (PO 2): Identify, formulate, research and analyze complex engineering
problems and reach substantiated conclusions using the principles of mathematics, the natural
sciences and the engineering sciences.
(c) Design/development of solutions (PO 3): Design solutions for complex engineering problems and
design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration
for public health and safety and of cultural, societal and environmental concerns.

(d) Investigation (PO 4): Conduct investigations of complex problems, considering experimental
design, data analysis and interpretation and information synthesis to provide valid conclusions.

(e) Modern tool usage (PO 5): Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources and modern
engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modeling, to complex engineering activities with
an understanding of their limitations.

(f) The engineer and society (PO 6): Apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess
societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to
professional engineering practice.

(g) Environment and sustainability (PO 7): Understand the impact of professional engineering
solutions in societal and environmental contexts and demonstrate the knowledge of and need for
sustainable development.

(h) Ethics (PO 8): Apply ethical principles and commit to the professional ethics, responsibilities and
the norms of the engineering practice.

(i) Individual work and teamwork (PO 9): Function effectively as an individual and as a member or
leader of diverse teams and in multidisciplinary settings.

(j) Communication (PO 10): Communicate effectively about complex engineering activities with the
engineering community and with society at large. Be able to comprehend and write effective reports,
design documentation, make effective presentations and give and receive clear instructions.

(k) Project management and finance (PO 11): Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of
engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s work as a team member or a leader
to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.

(l) Life-long learning (PO 12): Recognize the need for and have the preparation and ability to engage
in independent, life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.
 XV. Verification

Prepared by, Checked and Certified by: Approved by:

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Head of Department Dean / Chair of Academic
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Md Samin Rahman
Course Teacher Date: Date:
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Checked by: Moderated by: Moderated by:

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Program Coordinator

Date: Date:
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