Course Title: Solve problems in basic electronic circuits
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2016
Course Code: EEET7055C
Course Title: Solve problems in basic electronic circuits
School: 130T Vocational Engineering
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6122 - Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
Course Contact: Program Manager
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468
Course Contact Email: vocengineering@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Gita Pendharkar
Phone:+ 61 3 9925 4701
Email: gita.pendharkar@rmit.edu.au
Amandeep Kaur
Phone:+ 61 3 9925 4444
Email: amandeep.kaur@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 100
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
UEENEEE101A
Course Description
This competency standard unit covers determining correct operation of single source parallel and series-parallel circuits and providing solutions as they apply to various electronic work functions. It encompasses working safely, problem solving procedures, including the use of voltage, current and resistance measuring devices, providing solutions derived from measurements and calculations to predictable problems in multiple path circuit.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
UEENEEH169A Solve problems in basic electronic circuits |
Element: |
1. Prepare to work on electronic circuits |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 OHS procedures for a given work area are obtained and understood. |
Element: |
2. Solve electronic circuit problems |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 OHS risk control work measures and procedures are followed. |
Element: |
3. Complete work and document problem solving activities |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are followed. |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to Elements
Details of Learning Activities
- Attending scheduled classes;
- Participating in practical work in the laboratory
- Tutorials
- Lectures
Engineers Australia Mapping Information:
This course is mapped against stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below:
EA 1. Knowledge and Skill Base
EA1.1. Descriptive, formula-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the practice area.
EA 1.2. Procedural-level understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the practice area.
EA 1.3. In depth practical knowledge and skills within specialist sub-disciplines of the practice area.
EA 1.4. Discernment of engineering developments within the practice area.
EA 1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the practice area.
EA 1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the area of practice.
EA 2. Engineering Application Ability
EA 2.1. Application of established technical and practical methods to the solution of well-defined engineering problems.
EA 2.2. Application of technical and practical techniques, tools and resources to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.3. Application of systematic synthesis and design processes to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.4. Application of systematic project management processes.
EA 3. Professional and Personal Attributes
EA 3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
EA 3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
EA 3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
EA 3.4. Professional use and management of information.
EA 3.5. Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
EA 3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.
Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are mapped with competency UEENEEH169A in the Assessment Matrix.
Teaching Schedule
All elements and performance criteria of UEENEEH169A are covered in every practical class; only the "Required Skills and Knowledge" topics change each week.
Week No. | Topic Description | Assessment Task |
1 | Fundamental and derived units |
UEENEEH169A: 1, 2, 3 |
2 | Basic Electrical Concepts |
UEENEEH169A: 1, 2, 3 |
3 | Basic Electrical Concepts |
UEENEEH169A: 1, 2, 3 Lab 1 (10%) |
4 | Measuring Equipment’s - Meters | UEENEEH169A: 1, 2, 3 |
5 | Semiconductor Basics | UEENEEH169A: 1, 2, 3 Lab 2 (10%) |
6 | Theory of Diodes | UEENEEH169A: 1, 2, 3 |
7 | Applications of Diodes | UEENEEH169A: 1, 2, 3 Lab 3 (10%) |
8 | Basics of Transistors | UEENEEH169A: 1, 2, 3 |
9 | Applications of Transistors | UEENEEH169A: 1, 2, 3 |
10 | Series circuits with diodes | UEENEEH169A: 1, 2, 3 |
11 | Parallel circuits | UEENEEH169A: 1, 2, 3 |
12 | Parallel circuits | UEENEEH169A: 1, 2, 3 |
13 | Series/parallel circuits | UEENEEH169A: 1, 2, 3 |
14 | Capacitance
Practical Assessment (30%) |
UEENEEH169A: 1, 2, 3 |
15 | Inductance | UEENEEH169A: 1, 2, 3 |
16 | Reactance | UEENEEH169A: 1, 2, 3 |
17 | Final test (40%) | UEENEEH169A: 1, 2, 3 |
18 | Final test - catchup | UEENEEH169A: 1, 2, 3 |
This course is delivered in a cluster (Basic Electronic Circuits) in conjunction with OHTH5729C. (ApplyOccupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace). All the learning and assessment activities will include the components of All competencies UEENEEH169A, UEENEEE101A.
Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, assignments, individual student-teacher course-related consultation. Students are required to self-study the learning materials and complete the assigned out of class activities for the scheduled non-teaching hours. The estimated time is minimum 28 hours outside the class time.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
Introductory Circuit Analysis |
0-13-173044-4 |
References
Other Resources
Students will be able to access information and learning materials through myRMIT and may be provided with additional materials in class. List of relevant reference books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts.
Overview of Assessment
The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks:
Assessment 1: Laboratories
Weighting towards final grade (%): 30
Assessment 1: Practical Assessment
Weighting towards final grade (%): 30
Assessment 3: Final Test, closed book
Weighting towards final grade (%): 40
These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):
Assessment Mapping Matrix
Element/Performance Criteria Covered | Laboratories | Practical Assessment | Final Test |
1.1 | x | x | |
1.2 | X | X | |
1.3 | X | X | X |
1.4 | X | X | X |
1.5 | X | X | X |
1.6 | X | X | |
2.1 | X | X | |
2.2 | X | X | |
2.3 | X | X | |
2.4 | X | X | X |
2.5 | X | X | |
2.6 | X | X | |
3.1 | X | X | |
3.2 | X | X | |
3.3 | X | X | X |
3.4 | X | X | X |
Assessment Tasks
Assessments are conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set out in the National Training Package. Students are required to undertake summative assessments that bring together knowledge and skills. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment tasks detailed under the Assessment Task Section.
Assessment 1: Laboratories (Week 3-7)
Weighting towards final grade (%): 30%
Assessment 1: Practical Assessment (Week 14)
Weighting towards final grade (%): 30%
Assessment 3: Final Test, closed book (Week 17-18)
Weighting towards final grade (%): 40%
This course is graded as Competent or Not Yet Competent and subsequently the following course grades are allocated:
80 - 100: CHD - Competent with High Distinction
70 - 79: CDI - Competent with Distinction
60 - 69: CC - Competent with Credit
50 - 59: CAG - Competency Achieved - Graded
0 - 49: NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment.
Assessment Matrix
Assessment vs UEENEEH169A Elements & Performance Criteria
UEENEEH169A Elements & Performance Criteria | ||||||||||||||||
Assessments | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 1.6 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 3.4 |
Laboratories | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Final Test | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment vs UEENEEE101A Elements & Performance Criteria
UEENEEE101A Elements & Performance Criteria |
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Assessments | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 3.4 |
Laboratories | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Final Test | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment vs Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies
Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies | ||||||||||||||||
Assessments | EA1.1 | EA1.2 | EA1.3 | EA1.4 | EA1.5 | EA1.6 | EA2.1 | EA2.2 | EA2.3 | EA2.4 | EA3.1 | EA3.2 | EA3.3 | EA3.4 | EA3.5 | EA3.6 |
Laboratories | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||
Final Test | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||
All Assessments | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | |
0 | Graduate attribute is not assessed | |||||||||||||||
1 | Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third, of the Element. | |||||||||||||||
2 | Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one third, but less than two-thirds, of the Element. | |||||||||||||||
3 | Graduate attribute is assessed in more than two-thirds of the Element. |
Other Information
Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:
• Relevant
• Current
• Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course
Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL.
Study and learning Support:
Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to all RMIT students.
Services offered by SLC to support numeracy and literacy skills of the students are:
- Assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- Maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development
Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and Learning Support.
Disability Liaison Unit:
Students with disability or long-term medical condition should contact Disability Liaison Unit to seek advice and support to complete their studies.
Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/disability to find more information about services offered by Disability Liaison Unit.
Late submission:
Students requiring extensions for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. The student will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgment as to whether the extension has been granted.
Students seeking an extension of more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.
Assignments submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.
Special consideration:
Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=riderwtscifm to find more information about special consideration.
Plagiarism:
Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.
Please refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.
Email Communication:
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