Basics of Electronics (3cr)

Objective

After completing the course, the student has general knowledge of basic electronic components, is able to build simple circuits such as filters and amplifiers, and can calculate and measure the operation and characteristics of these circuits and their components. The student is able to program a microcontroller. The student learns to design electronics in a cost-effective and economical manner and is familiar with international electronics design standards.

Content

General properties of active and passive components, independent semi-conductors, operational amplifiers and optical components. Common connections, test and measurement connections, analysing connections. Writing relevant reports.

Qualifications

No previous studies are required.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Student knows the basics of the course. The student is generally familiar with the basic components of electronics and their operation

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Student knows the contents of the course well. The student is generally familiar with the basic components of electronics and their operation. They will calculate and measure how the connections function and the properties of components.The student learns to design electronics cost-effectively. the student knows international standards of electronics.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Student knows the contents of the course well and can apply their knowledge in practice. The student is generally familiar with the basic components of electronics and their operation. They will calculate and measure how the connections function and the properties of components.The student learns to design electronics cost-effectively. the student knows international standards of electronics. The student is able to use the course information in the design of embedded devices.

Materials

- Online material
- Haiko Timo: Analoginen elektroniikka

Further information

The issues of automation technology are internationally similar.