Course aims:

To give understanding on how current flows through the p-n junction and relating this phenomena to the characteristics and operation of the diodes, bipolar and field-effect transistors.
To expose students to the function and application of the diodes, bipolar junction and field effect transistors in electronic circuits.
Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics and physics in Electronic Engineering

Course Entry Requirements:

Ability to use techniques, skills and engineering tools necessary for solving Electrical and Electronic Engineering problems

Course contents:

1. The semiconductor physics of the intrinsic, p and n materials. 2. The characteristics of the p-n junction. 3. The characteristics of the diode and the diode’s application in electronic circuits . 4. Understanding the BJT. The characteristics of BJT and BJT types. 5. Understanding the MOSFET. 6. Understanding the JFET.

Teaching methods:

Course projection and exercises tasks

Learning outcomes:

Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics and science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering Ability to use current techniques, skills and engineering tools necessary for solving Electrical and Electronic Engineering problems Ability to design and develop an Electrical and Electronic Engineering system in fulfilling desired needs within practical constraints

Learning outcomes verification and assessment criteria:

Final exam - 60% of final grade Practical tasks - 40% of final grade

Recommended reading:

G.Brezeanu, A. Rusu, Electronic Devices 2006,
R. Muller, T. Kamins, Devices Electronics for Integrated Circuits, Wiley and Sons, New York, 1988,
A. Sedra, K.C. Smith, Microelectronic Circuits, Oxford University Press, 2004,