Course Title: Troubleshoot digital sub-systems
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2022
Course Code: EEET7424C
Course Title: Troubleshoot digital sub-systems
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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School: 520T Future Technologies
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6178 - Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
Course Contact: Munir Muniruzzaman
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99254415
Course Contact Email: Munir.Muniruzzaman@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teachers
Kemps Cheng
Phone: +61 3 9925 4691Email: kemps.cheng@rmit.edu.au
Appointment by email
Program Manager
Dr. A R M Muniruzzaman (Munir)
Email: munir.muniruzzaman@rmit.edu.au
Appointment by email
Nominal Hours: 80
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
Pre-requisite units:
- UEECD0007 - Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
- UEEEC0060 - Repairs basic electronic appartus faults by replacement of components
Course Description
In this course you will learn the skills and knowledge required to troubleshoot digital sub-systems. This will include:
- applying problem-solving procedures
- using measuring devices
- providing solutions from measurements and calculations to provide solutions in digital components circuits
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
UEEEC0069 Troubleshoot digital sub-systems |
Element: |
1. Prepare to troubleshoot digital sub-systems |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 WHS/OHS processes and workplace procedures for a given work area are obtained and applied 1.2 WHS/OHS risk control work preparation measures and workplace procedures are followed 1.3 Scope of fault is obtained from documentation and/or work supervisor to determine work to be undertaken 1.4 Advice is sought from work supervisor to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others 1.5 Sources of materials required for work are determined in accordance with workplace procedures 1.6 Tools, equipment and testing devices required for work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety |
Element: |
2. Troubleshoot digital sub-systems |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 WHS/OHS risk control work measures and workplace procedures are followed 2.2 Need to test and measure live work is determined in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures 2.3 Circuits are checked and isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures 2.4 Fault finding of digital components is conducted using measured and calculated values of parameters in accordance with workplace procedures 2.5 Unplanned situations are dealt with safely and with approval of relevant person/s 2.6 Fault-finding activities are carried out efficiently without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy practices |
Element: |
3. Complete work and document troubleshooting activities |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed 3.2 Worksite is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures 3.3 Work completion is documented and relevant person/s notified in accordance with workplace procedures |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
You will involve in the following learning activities to meet requirement for this competency and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates.
- Lectures
- Practicals
- Projects
- Tests
Engineers Australia Mapping Information:
EA 1. Knowledge and Skill Base
EA 1.1. 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 demeanor.
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 UEEEC0069 in the Assessment Matrix.
Teaching Schedule
The proposed teaching schedule for this competency is detailed below:
Week | Class content (topics) | Unit of competency and performance criteria | Assessments | |
1 |
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UEEEC0069: 1.1 WHS/OHS processes and workplace procedures for a given work area are obtained and applied 1.2 WHS/OHS risk control work preparation measures and workplace procedures are followed 1.3 Scope of fault is obtained from documentation and/or work supervisor to determine work to be undertaken 1.4 Advice is sought from work supervisor to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others 1.5 Sources of materials required for work are determined in accordance with workplace procedures 1.6 Tools, equipment and testing devices required for work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety 3.1 WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed 3.2 Worksite is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures 3.3 Work completion is documented and relevant person/s notified in accordance with workplace procedures |
Lab work | |
2 |
Gray code, ASCII, Unicode etc. |
Test 1 | ||
3 |
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4 |
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Test 1 | |
5 | SOP expression and simplification using K -map |
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Test 1 | |
6 | Boolean rules and De Morgans Law for simplification |
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Test 1 | |
7 |
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UEEEC0069 1.1 WHS/OHS processes and workplace procedures for a given work area are obtained and applied 1.2 WHS/OHS risk control work preparation measures and workplace procedures are followed 1.3 Scope of fault is obtained from documentation and/or work supervisor to determine work to be undertaken 1.4 Advice is sought from work supervisor to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others 1.5 Sources of materials required for work are determined in accordance with workplace procedures 1.6 Tools, equipment and testing devices required for work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety 3.1 WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed 3.2 Worksite is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures 3.3 Work completion is documented and relevant person/s notified in accordance with workplace procedures |
Lab Test | |
8 | Decoder/ Encoder |
UEEEC0069 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control work measures and workplace procedures are followed 2.2 Need to test and measure live work is determined in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures 2.3 Circuits are checked and isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures 2.4 Fault finding of digital components is conducted using measured and calculated values of parameters in accordance with workplace procedures 2.5 Unplanned situations are dealt with safely and with approval of relevant person/s 2.6 Fault-finding activities are carried out efficiently without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy practices |
Project | |
9 |
Mux / DeMux Encoder decoder |
Project | ||
10 |
SR, D,T,JK flip flops etc Timing, use of enable and clocks for timing and synchronisation |
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11 |
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Test 2 | |
12 | Ripple, Up, Down, MOD counter |
UEEEC0069: 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control work measures and workplace procedures are followed 2.2 Need to test and measure live work is determined in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures 2.3 Circuits are checked and isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures 2.4 Fault finding of digital components is conducted using measured and calculated values of parameters in accordance with workplace procedures 2.5 Unplanned situations are dealt with safely and with approval of relevant person/s 2.6 Fault-finding activities are carried out efficiently without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy practices |
Project | |
13 | 7 segment display and circuit there to, Industrial display, LCD, LED, Plasma and DOT matrix only concepts |
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Test 2 | |
14 |
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UEEEC0069: 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control work measures and workplace procedures are followed 2.2 Need to test and measure live work is determined in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures 2.3 Circuits are checked and isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures 2.4 Fault finding of digital components is conducted using measured and calculated values of parameters in accordance with workplace procedures 2.5 Unplanned situations are dealt with safely and with approval of relevant person/s 2.6 Fault-finding activities are carried out efficiently without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy practices |
Project | |
15 | Summarising common faults, |
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16 | Final Test |
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Test 2 | |
17&18 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Students will be able to access information and learning materials through Canvas>Digital Sub-Systems and may be provided with additional materials in class.
List of relevant recommended 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.
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS
Assessment Tasks
Assessment 1: Practical Assessment (Week 8)
Assessment 2: Project (Week 14)
Assessment 3: Knowledge Assignment (Week 6, 10, 15)
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for ‘Competency’. To be assessed as ‘Competent’ means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills to a standard expected in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in a course, students will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessments are:
• CA - Competency Achieved
• NYC - Not Yet Competent
• DNS - Did not submit for assessment.
Students need to successfully complete all assessment tasks satisfactorily to be competent.
Students will have the opportunity to resubmit any assessment deemed unsatisfactory (a minimum of 1 resubmission is allocated per assessment).
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency.
Assessment vs UEEEC0069 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 |
Practical Assessment | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x |
Project | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x |
Knowledge Assignment |
Assessment vs 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 | EA3.13 | EA3.4 | EA3.5 | EA3.6 |
Practical Assessment | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | ||||
Project | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x |
Knowledge Assignment | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | ||||||
ALL ASSESSMENTS (UEENEEI139A) | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
0 (Blank) | 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
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Course through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-creditt
Equitable Learning Services (ELS):
If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services
to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).
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