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COURSE TITLE: FUNDAMENTALS OF MIXED SIGNALS AND College of Engineering

DATE OF EFFECTIVITY / REVISION: Learning Resource Center
SENSORS
01 June 2018 / 5.0 Faculty

VISION CORE VALUES

We are National University, a dynamic private institution committed to nation building, 1. Integrity 2. Compassion 3. Innovation 4. Industry 5. Respect 6. Resilience 7. Patriotism
recognized internationally in teaching and research.
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES INTENDED FOR
INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs)
MISSION NATIONALIANS (GAINs)
Guided by the core values and characterized by our cultural heritage of Dynamic Filipinism, a. Exhibit the capacity for self-reflection
National University is committed to providing relevant, innovative, and accessible quality 1. Conscientious and Reflective Leader b. Exhibit the willingness to engage in self-appraisal
education and other development programs. c. Apply moral and ethical standards in leading others
We are committed to our: 4. ICT Literate and Competent d. Express ideas effectively
Communicator e. Effectively use various ICT tools to convey ideas
STUDENTS, by molding them into ethical, spiritual and responsible citizens.
6. Socially and Community-engaged Citizen f. Participate actively in community-oriented advocacies that
FACULTY and EMPLOYEES, by enhancing their competencies, cultivating their Imbued with the Spirit of Patriotism contribute to nation building
commitment and providing a just and fulfilling work environment. g. Produce alternative solutions, processes, and approaches
ALUMNI, by instilling in them a sense of pride, commitment, and loyalty to their alma mater. h. Apply problem-solving skills
7. Innovative, Creative, and Critical Thinker
INDUSTRY PARTNERS and EMPLOYERS, by providing them Nationalians who will i. Provide solutions to challenges in respective areas of
contribute to their growth and development. specialization
10.Interculturally Competent Collaborator j. Work effectively in teams of different cultures
COMMUNITY, by contributing to the improvement of life’s conditions.
11.Life- and career-skilled Individual k. Engage in continuing personal and professional development

Program Educational Objectives ILO

After 3 to 5 years on the job, graduates of the College of Engineering of NU are expected to: a b c d e f g h i j k
1. demonstrate engineering knowledge by providing solutions to technological problems;     
2. demonstrate entrepreneurial skills in engineering related ventures;       
3. demonstrate ethical commitment to the community and the profession;  
4. contribute to knowledge and best engineering practice through research and development; and    
5. engage in life-long learning as demonstrated through career achievements. 

Student Outcomes PEO

At the time of graduation, students have: 1 2 3 4 5
a. an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, sciences and engineering sciences to the practice of engineering; 
b. an ability to design and conduct experiments as well as analyze and interpret data;  
c. an ability to design system, component or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and
 
safety, manufacturability, and sustainability, in accordance with standards;
d. an ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams;  
e. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems;   
f. an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility; 
g.1. an ability for effective verbal and non-verbal communication (Written);  
g.2. an ability for effective verbal and non-verbal communication (Oral);  

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 Student Outcomes PEO
At the time of graduation, students have: 1 2 3 4 5
h. a broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a national, global, environmental, and societal context;  
i. an ability to engage in life-long learning and to keep abreast with the developments in a specific field of specialization; 
j. knowledge of contemporary issues;  
k. an ability to use appropriate techniques, skills, and modern tools necessary for engineering practice to be locally and globally competitive; and  
l. knowledge and understanding of engineering and management principles as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.  

COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course covers operational amplifiers, signal converters, power switching devices and the construction and operation of sensors and transducers for converting
physical parameters into electrical signals and vise versa. The course focuses on the application of these devices in developing signal conversion circuits that allow
measurements, processing and control of physical parameters by digital processing systems such as a finite state machine or a digital computer. Topics on actuators are
also included.

PRE-REQUISITE(S)
Electronic Circuits for CpE (ECELXC30)
Electronic Circuits for CpE – Lab (ECELXC1L)

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLO)

Student Outcomes (SOs)
At the end of the course, the student must be able to (CLO): a b c d e f g1 g2 h i j k l
1. Design operational amplifier circuits. E
2. Design analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog converter circuits. E
3. Design circuits to measure different, wide-ranging variables. E
4. Design systems to measure, process and control physical parameters by digital processing system
E
such as finite state machine or a digital computer.
I – Introductory course (an introductory course to an outcome) / E – Enabling course (A course that strengthens the outcome) / D – Demonstrative course (A course demonstrating the outcome)
CREDIT
3 units lecture

TIME ALLOTMENT
4 hours lecture every week

COURSE REQUIREMENTS
To be able to obtain a satisfactory rating for the course, the students are at the least required to
1. attend the minimum number of contact hours as stated in the student manual;
2. submit a compilation of problem sets, case studies, activities, the course journal and all other deliverables required by the instructor; and
3. take and obtain at least the passing score for all assessments (quizzes and major exams).

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CLASS POLICIES
For the proper conduct of the class and to maximize learning, the following policies shall be observed.

Class attendance and participation. Students are expected to comply with the minimum number of contact hours attended as stated in the student manual. Tardiness
must be minimized; the student may be marked absent if tardiness is observed to be habitual. Instructors do not withdraw or drop students from enrolment for non-
attendance; it is the student’s responsibility to officially withdraw or drop, in writing, from a course prior to deadlines set by the registrar. When in attendance, students
are expected to be active participants in any class activity. Students are also expected to join and participate in an online forum made for the course.

Classroom behavior and civility. Students are expected to always exhibit appropriate adult behavior and be respectful to all. Electronic gadgets are allowed inside the
classroom, but their use must be limited to academic purposes only and should not cause unnecessary disruption of the conduct of the class. Cleanliness, orderliness,
and proper use and care of furniture and equipment inside the classroom must be always observed. Instructors can set classroom rules of conduct, require adherence of
civility appropriate to learning, and have the right to remove anyone for disruption or obstruction of those standards, or for violation of any College or University policy.

Academic honesty. Submissions made by the students are expected to be of their own doing, or if it involves the work of others, must be properly attributed. Cheating
and plagiarism are not tolerated in an academic community which values integrity and respect for the work of others. Any student found guilty of cheating (the act of
obtaining or giving unauthorized information to create an unfair advantage in any academic undertaking) or plagiarism (the act of claiming someone else’s work as your
own whether intentional or not) will be subjected to disciplinary actions which may include, but not limited to, failure in the activity or in the course itself, without prejudice
to other disciplinary actions stated in the student manual.

GRADING SYSTEM

Periodic Assessment National University uses the following academic grading system
A. Class Standing (CS) 60 % Descriptive
Numeric Grade Equivalent Numeric Grade
Equivalent
Seatwork 10 %
Problem Set / 4.00 96 – 100 R Repeat
30 % 3.50 91 – 95 Failure
Homework
Quizzes 60 % 3.00 87 – 90 0.00 Cheating
2.50 84 – 86 Excessive Absences
B. Major Exam (ME) 40 %
2.00 81 – 83 Dr Dropped
100%
1.50 78 – 80 Inc Incomplete
Periodic Grade (PG) = 60% CS + 40% ME
1.00 75 – 77
Final Grade = 50% Midterm PG + 50% Final PG

The College of Engineering implements Zero-based, 60% passing grading

system.

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COURSE CONTENTS
COURSE
TOPIC
WEE LEARNING
LEARNING TOPICS METHODOLOGY RESOURCES ASSESSMENT
K OUTCOME
OUTCOMES
S
Introduction to Outcomes-
based Education (OBE) and
Outcomes-based Teaching
and Learning (OBTL),
Institutional Vision and Presentation
1 Mission statements, Discussion Handouts
Graduate Attributes, College Syllabi
Vision and Mission
statements, Course Learning
Outcomes, Course Details,
Course Policies.
The operational amplifier.
Introduction to operational
At the end of this topic, amplifiers. Op-amp input
students must be able modes and parameters.
to: Negative feedback. Op-amps Seatwork
 explain the with negative feedback. Discussion Presentation Problem Set
1-2 CLO1
characteristics and Effects of negative feedback Independent Practice Handouts Homework
operation of on op-amp impedances. Bias Quiz
operational current and offset voltage
amplifiers. compensation. Open and
closed loop response.
System application.
Basic and special op-amp
At the end of this topic, circuits. Comparators.
students must be able Summing amplifiers.
to: Integrators and
 analyze op-amp differentiators. Seatwork
circuits used for Instrumentation amplifiers. Discussion Presentation Problem Set
3-6 CLO1
various purposes; Isolation amplifiers. Independent Practice Handouts Homework
and Operational Quiz
 design op-amp transconductance amplifiers.
circuits for various Log and antilog amplifiers.
purposes. Converters and other op-amp
circuits.
7 MIDTERM EXAMINATION

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 COURSE
TOPIC
WEE LEARNING
LEARNING TOPICS METHODOLOGY RESOURCES ASSESSMENT
K OUTCOME
OUTCOMES
S
At the end of this topic,
students must be able
to: Analog-to-digital and
digital-to-analog
 explain the process
conversion. Analog and
of analog-to-digital Seatwork
digital signals. Basics of
conversion and Discussion Presentation Problem Set
8-10 CLO2 analog-to-digital conversion.
digital-to-analog Independent Practice Handouts Homework
Examples of ADC circuits.
conversion; Quiz
Examples of DAC circuits.
 analyze ADC and
System level ADC and DAC
DAC circuits; and
operations.
 design ADC and
DAC circuits.
At the end of this topic, Measurements,
students must be able instrumentation and
to: sensors. Measurement
characteristics. Spatial
 explain
variables measurement. Time
measurement
and frequency measurement.
characteristics and Seatwork
Mechanical variables
standards; Discussion Presentation Problem Set
10-11 CLO3 measurement.
 discuss principles of Independent Practice Handouts Homework
Electromagnetic variables
operation of different Quiz
measurement. Optical
sensors for different
variables measurement.
variables; and
Radiation measurement.
 design circuits to Chemical variables
measure specific measurement. Biomedical
variables. variables measurement.

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 COURSE
TOPIC
WEE LEARNING
LEARNING TOPICS METHODOLOGY RESOURCES ASSESSMENT
K OUTCOME
OUTCOMES
S
At the end of this topic,
students must be able
to:
 discuss signal
processing
techniques, displays,
Other instrumentation Seatwork
control techniques
topics. Signal processing. Discussion Presentation Problem Set
11-13 CLO4 and actuators as
Displays. Control and Independent Practice Handouts Homework
applied to
actuators. Quiz
instrumentation; and
 design systems to
measure, process
and control physical
parameters.

13.5 FINAL EXAMINATION

TEXTBOOK

[1] Floyd, T. L. (2012). Electronic devices: electron flow version (9th ed.). United States: Prentice-Hall.

REQUIRED RESOURCES

[2] Boylestad R. L. (2013). Electronic devices and circuit theory (11th ed.). United States: Pearson.
[3] Wilson, P. (2012). The circuit designer’s companion. United States: Elsevier/Newnes.
[4] Schuler, C. A. (2013). Electronics: Principles and applications. United States: McGraw-Hill.

RECOMMENDED RESOURCES

[5] Stephan, K. D. (2015). Analog and mixed-signal electronics. United States: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
[6] Webster, J. G. (1999). The measurement, instrumentation and sensors handbook. United States: CRC Press LLC and IEEE Press.

PREPARED BY: REVIEWED BY: NOTED BY: APPROVED BY:

ARMIL S. MONSURA, ECE JONREY V. RAÑADA, M. Eng. JEOJILYN NABOR ALEXA RAY R. FERNANDO, M.Eng.
Faculty Members Program Chair, ECE/CpE Chief Librarian, LRC Dean

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