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2. Aims, Objectives & Graduate Attributes

2.1 Course Aims

ELEC2004 introduces the concept of the frequency domain and its application to electric circuits. The frequency domain opens up a whole new way of intuitively analysing and designing electronic circuits. Understanding how circuits respond to different frequencies is the basis for understanding modern communications and signal processing, analog electronics and power systems. The frequency domain also explains the behaviour of circuits in the time domain, providing the basis for automatic control system design and switching electronics. The concepts learnt in this class provide the basis for the intuitive understanding of circuits, signals and systems that are the key to effective engineering analysis and design.

2.2 Learning Objectives

After successfully completing this course you should be able to:

1. SECTION I
1.1  Be fluent with the tools of mesh and node analysis
1.2  Understand linear circuit theorems and apply them
1.3  Understand operational amplifiers, their uses and their limitations
1.4  Build and measure circuits containing operational amplifiers
1.5  Calculate the time responses of switching circuits containing a resistor and a single capacitor or inductor
1.6  Calculate the time responses of switching circuits containing a resistor and a single capacitor / inductor pair
1.7  Analyse the response of a resistor / inductor /capacitor circuits to an AC excitation of a single frequency
1.8  Analyse the power in resistor / inductor /capacitor circuits excited by a single frequency of AC
1.9  Intuitively generate the frequency response (Bode plot) of a known circuit
1.10  Interpret the frequency response (Bode plot) of an unknown circuit
1.11  Build and measure electronic circuits with resistors, capacitors and inductors

2. SECTION II
2.1  Understand the uses of the Laplace transform in circuit analysis
2.2  Generate transfer functions from circuit designs
2.3  Understand the effect of placing transfer functions in parallel, series and feedback arrangements
2.4  Identify transfer functions from measurement and analysis of electronics circuits
2.5  Design circuits to generate transfer functions
2.6  Build and verify electronic circuits to implement transfer functions
2.7  Understand the properties of the Fourier transform and its uses in understanding the spectrum of signals and circuit response
2.8  Design and implement filters

2.3. Graduate Attributes

Successfully completing this course will contribute to the recognition of your attainment of the following UQ (Undergrad Pass) graduate attributes:

GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE	LEARNING OBJECTIVES
*A. IN-DEPTH KNOWLEDGE OF THE FIELD OF STUDY*
A1. A comprehensive and well-founded knowledge in the field of study.	1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.9, 1.10, 1.11, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8
A4. An understanding of how other disciplines relate to the field of study.	2.1, 2.7
A5. An international perspective on the field of study.
*B. EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION*
B1. The ability to collect, analyse and organise information and ideas and to convey those ideas clearly and fluently, in both written and spoken forms.	1.4, 1.11, 2.4, 2.6
B2. The ability to interact effectively with others in order to work towards a common outcome.	1.4, 1.11, 2.4, 2.6
B3. The ability to select and use the appropriate level, style and means of communication.	1.4, 1.10, 1.11, 2.5, 2.6
B4. The ability to engage effectively and appropriately with information and communication technologies.	1.4, 1.11, 2.4, 2.6
*C. INDEPENDENCE AND CREATIVITY*
C1. The ability to work and learn independently.	1.4, 1.11, 2.4, 2.6
C3. The ability to generate ideas and adapt innovatively to changing environments.
C4. The ability to identify problems, create solutions, innovate and improve current practices.	1.4, 1.11, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
*D. CRITICAL JUDGEMENT*
D1. The ability to define and analyse problems.	1.4, 1.11, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.8
D2. The ability to apply critical reasoning to issues through independent thought and informed judgement.	2.4, 2.5, 2.6
D3. The ability to evaluate opinions, make decisions and to reflect critically on the justifications for decisions.	2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.8
*E. ETHICAL AND SOCIAL UNDERSTANDING*
E1. An understanding of social and civic responsibility.
E2. An appreciation of the philosophical and social contexts of a discipline.
E4. A knowledge and respect of ethics and ethical standards in relation to a major area of study.
E5. A knowledge of other cultures and times and an appreciation of cultural diversity.

Successfully completing this course will contribute to the recognition of your attainment of the following Engineers Australia graduate attributes:

GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE	LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1. Ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals	1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.9, 1.10, 1.11, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8
2. Ability to communicate effectively, not only with engineers, but also with the community at large	2.4, 2.6
3. In-depth technical competence in at least one engineering discipline	1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.9, 1.10, 1.11, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8
4. Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution	1.4, 1.11, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.8
5. Ability to utilise a systems approach to design and operational performance	1.4, 1.11, 2.4, 2.6
6. Ability to function effectively as an individual and in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams, with the capacity to be a team leader or manager as well as an effective team member
7. Understanding of the social, cultural, global and environmental responsibilities of the professional engineer, and for the need for sustainable development
8. Understanding of the principles of sustainable design and development
9. Understanding of and commitment to professional and ethical responsibilities
10. Expectation and capacity to undertake life-long learning

4. Teaching & Learning Activities

4.1 Learning Activities

Date	Activity	Learning Objectives
30 Jul 09	Introduction, Mesh and Node Analysis (Lecture): Readings/Ref: Web Page (Study Guide 1, Week 1 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapters 1-4);	1.1
5 Aug 09 - 14 Aug 09	Operational Amplifiers (Practical): Readings/Ref: Handouts (Prac Sheet 1); Laboratories ; Textbook (Chapter 6); References (Horowitz and Hill)	1.3, 1.4
6 Aug 09	Linear Circuit Theorems, Operational Amplifiers (Lecture): Readings/Ref: Web Page (Study Guides 2 and 3, Week 2 Lecture 1 and 2 Slides); Textbook (Chapters 5,6); References (Horowitz and Hill )	1.2, 1.3
7 Aug 09	Linear Circuit Theorems, Operational Amplifiers (Tutorial): Readings/Ref: Handouts (Tutorial 2); Web Page (Study Guides 2 and 3, Week 2 Lecture 1 and 2 Slides); Textbook (Chapters 5,6); References (Horowitz and Hill )	1.2, 1.3
13 Aug 09	Capacitors and Inductors, RL and RC Circuits (Lecture): Readings/Ref: Web Page (Study Guides 4 and 5, Week 3 Lecture 1 and 2 Slides); Textbook (Chapters 7,8);	1.5
14 Aug 09	Capacitors and Inductors, RL and RC Circuits (Tutorial): Readings/Ref: Handouts (Tutorial 3); Web Page (Study Guides 4 and 5, Week 3 Lecture 1 and 2 Slides); Textbook (Chapters 7,8);	1.5
18 Aug 09 - 28 Aug 09	RLC Circuits (Practical): Readings/Ref: Handouts (Prac Sheet 2); Laboratories ; Textbook (Chapter 7 - 10);	1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.11
20 Aug 09	RLC Circuits (Lecture): Readings/Ref: Web Page (Study Guide 6, Week 4 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapter 9);	1.6
21 Aug 09	RLC Circuits (Tutorial): Readings/Ref: Handouts (Tutorial 4); Web Page (Study Guide 6, Week 4 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapter 9);	1.6
27 Aug 09	AC Steady State Analysis (Lecture): Readings/Ref: Web Page (Study Guide 7, Week 5 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapter 10);	1.7
28 Aug 09	AC Steady State Analysis (Tutorial): Readings/Ref: Handouts (Tutorial 5); Web Page (Study Guide 7, Week 5 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapter 10);	1.7
1 Sep 09 - 11 Sep 09	Mid-Semester Practical Exam (Exam): Readings/Ref: Handouts (Prac Sheet 1 and 2); Laboratories ; Textbook (Chapter 1 - 10);	1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.11
3 Sep 09	AC Power, Frequency Response (Lecture): Readings/Ref: Web Page (Study Guides 8 and 9, Week 6 Lecture 1 and 2 Slides); Textbook (Chapters 11,13);	1.8, 1.9, 1.10
4 Sep 09	AC Power, Frequency Response (Tutorial): Readings/Ref: Handouts (Tutorial 6); Web Page (Study Guides 8 and 9, Week 6 Lecture 1 and 2 Slides); Textbook (Chapters 11,13);	1.8, 1.9, 1.10
10 Sep 09	Revision (Lecture): Readings/Ref: Web Page (Study Guide 1 - 9, Weeks 1 - 6 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapter 1 - 13);	1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.9, 1.10
11 Sep 09	Mid-Semester Exam (Exam): Readings/Ref: Handouts (Tutorial 1 - 6); Web Page (Study Guide 1 - 9, Weeks 1 - 6 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapter 1 - 13);	1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.9, 1.10
15 Sep 09 - 30 Oct 09	Design Challenge (Practical): Readings/Ref: Handouts (Prac Sheet 3); Textbook (All material);	1.3, 1.4, 1.9, 1.10, 1.11, 2.1, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7
17 Sep 09	Laplace Transform (Lecture): Readings/Ref: Web Page (Study Guide 10, Week 8 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapter 14); References (Nise)	2.1, 2.2, 2.5
18 Sep 09	Laplace Transform (Tutorial): Readings/Ref: Handouts (Tutorial 7); Web Page (Study Guide 10, Week 8 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapter 14); References (Nise)	2.1, 2.2, 2.5
24 Sep 09	Reduction of Multiple Sub-Systems (Lecture): Readings/Ref: Web Page (Study Guide 10, Week 9 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapter 14); References (Nise)	2.3, 2.5
25 Sep 09	Reduction of Multiple Sub-Systems (Tutorial): Readings/Ref: Handouts (Tutorial 8); Web Page (Study Guide 10, Week 9 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapter 14); References (Nise)	2.3, 2.5
1 Oct 09	Fourier Series and Transform (Lecture): Readings/Ref: Web Page (Study Guide 11, Week 10 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapter 15);	2.7
2 Oct 09	Fourier Series Design Question (Tutorial): Readings/Ref: Handouts (Tutorial 9); Web Page (Study Guide 11, Week 10 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapter 15);	2.5, 2.7
15 Oct 09	Fourier Series and Transform (Lecture): Readings/Ref: Web Page (Study Guide 11, Week 11 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapter 15);	2.7
16 Oct 09	Fourier Transform Design Question (Tutorial): Readings/Ref: Handouts (Tutorial 10); Web Page (Study Guide 11, Week 11 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapter 15);	2.5, 2.7
22 Oct 09	Filter Circuits (Lecture): Readings/Ref: Web Page (Study Guide 12, Week 12 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapter 16);	2.8
23 Oct 09	Filter Circuits (Tutorial): Readings/Ref: Web Page (Study Guide 12, Week 12 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapter 16);	2.8
29 Oct 09	Revision (Lecture): Readings/Ref: Web Page (Study Guide 10 - 12, Weeks 8 - 12 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapter 14 - 16);	2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.5, 2.7, 2.8
30 Oct 09	Practice Exam (Tutorial): Readings/Ref: Handouts (Tutorials 1 -11, Practice Exam 1 and 2); Web Page (Study Guide 1 - 12, Weeks 1 - 12 Lecture Slides); Textbook (Chapters 1 - 16);	1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.9, 1.10, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.5, 2.7, 2.8

4.2 Other Teaching and Learning Activities Information

Lectures

Lecture time will divided between explanations of key concepts and facts, and student driven solutions to small problems related to the material at hand. There are two hours of lecture each week: Thursday 8 - 10 am

Tutorials

Tutorials will typically be based on a single question with multiple parts, requiring synthesis of knowledge over multiple modules. The exam questions will have a similar format. There is a single time slot for the tutorial which the whole class attends: Friday 10 am - 12 noon.

Pracs

All laboratory exercises to be performed in self-selected pairs in Laboratory 50-S202.

Prac 1 – Operational Amplifiers: Compare the real world characteristics of a widely used op-amp to its specification. Measure and compare bias currents, offset voltage, input impedance, output impedance, saturation, gain bandwidth, CMRR.
Prac 2 – RLC Circuits: Compare the real world responses of series and parallel RLC circuits with the calculated responses. Measure and compare for step, ramp and sinusoidal inputs.
Design Challenge: You will be given a black box with an input, an output and a common ground. The black box will contain a “random” passive circuit with resistors, capacitors and inductors. You are asked to design a pre-emphasis circuit that reverses the effects of the black box. With the pre-emphasis circuit connected to the black box, a signal into the pre-emphasis input should appear at the output of the black box.

Students should sign-up for and attend a fortnightly prac session (commencing in week 2). Note that Prac Session P3 is not used as the exhibition holiday conflicts with pracs in this timeslot.

The available prac sessions are listed below:

Prac Session	Day	Time
P1	Tuesday on Weeks 2,4,6,8,10,12	2-4pm
P2	Tuesday on Weeks 3,5,7,9,11,13	2-4pm
P4	Wednesday on Weeks 3,5,7,9,11,13	3-5pm
P5	Friday on Weeks 2,4,6,8,10,12	2-4pm
P6	Friday on Weeks 3,5,7,9,11,13	2-4pm

5. Assessment

5.1 Assessment Summary

This is a summary of the assessment in the course. For detailed information on each assessment, see 5.5 Assessment Detail below.

Assessment Task	Due Date	Weighting	Learning Objectives
Exam - during Exam Period (Central) Final Exam	Examination Period	40%	1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.9, 1.10, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.7, 2.8
Exam - Mid Semester During Class Mid Semester Practical Exam	1 Sep 09 - 11 Sep 09	10%	1.4, 1.11
Exam - Mid Semester During Class Mid Semester Theory Examination	11 Sep 09 10:00	20%	1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.9, 1.10
Journal Problem Journal - Section I	11 Sep 09 12:00 At the conclusion of the mid-semester exam.	5%	1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.9, 1.10
Project Report Design Challenge Report	5 Nov 09 05:00	20%	1.3, 1.4, 1.9, 1.10, 1.11, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8
Journal Problem Journal - Section II	9 Nov 09 - 21 Nov 09 To be submitted by 5pm on the day following the final exam.	5%	2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.7, 2.8

5.2 Course Grading

Grade 1, Fail: Fails to demonstrate most or all of the basic requirements of the course: < 20%

Grade 2, Fail: Demonstrates clear deficiencies in understanding and applying fundamental concepts; communicates information or ideas in ways that are frequently incomplete or confusing and give little attention to the conventions of the discipline: 20-44%

Grade 3, Fail: Demonstrates superficial or partial or faulty understanding of the fundamental concepts of the field of study and limited ability to apply these concepts; presents undeveloped or inappropriate or unsupported arguments; communicates information or ideas with lack of clarity and inconsistent adherence to the conventions of the discipline: 45-49%

Grade 4, Pass: Demonstrates adequate understanding and application of the fundamental concepts of the field of study; develops routine arguments or decisions and provides acceptable justification; communicates information and ideas adequately in terms of the conventions of the discipline: 50-64%

Grade 5, Credit: Demonstrates substantial understanding of fundamental concepts of the field of study and ability to apply these concepts in a variety of contexts; develops or adapts convincing arguments and provides coherent justification; communicates information and ideas clearly and fluently in terms of the conventions of the discipline: 65-74%

Grade 6, Distinction: As for 5, with frequent evidence of originality in defining and analysing issues or problems and in creating solutions; uses a level, style and means of communication appropriate to the discipline and the audience: 75-84%

Grade 7, High Distinction: As for 6, with consistent evidence of substantial originality and insight in identifying, generating and communicating competing arguments, perspectives or problem solving approaches; critically evaluates problems, their solutions and implications: > 84%

5.3 Late Submission

No extensions will be granted except in exceptional personal circumstances (documented medical reason or family emergency). Personal hardware or computer failures are not grounds for extension.

The Design Challenge Report is due on 5pm of the Thursday of the study vacation. The second Journal submission is due on 5pm on the day following the final exam. The items are to be submitted in the hand-in box in GP-South. The box will be cleared at 5pm sharp on the hand-in day. The box will be cleared a second time at 5pm sharp on the day following the hand-in day, however items collected at this time will receive half of the assigned marks i.e. a report receiving 18/20 will be penalised for late hand-in to 9/20. Items submitted after the second box clearance will not be accepted for marking, and no marks will be awarded. In summary, 0 - 24 hours late means half marks, > 24 hours late means no marks.

5.5 Assessment Detail

Final Exam

Type: Exam - during Exam Period (Central)
Learning Objectives Assessed: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.9, 1.10, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.7, 2.8
Due Date:
Examination Period
Weight: 40%
Perusal: 10 minutes
Duration: 120 minutes
Format: Problem solving
Task Description: Multi-part system design problem covering material from throughout section I and II. The examination is open book. Any books, handwritten notes, drawing instruments, and calculators are allowed.
Criteria & Marking: Marks are assigned as indicated on exam paper. Explanations of steps used are essential, and will be carefully accounted for in assessment. Best marks are awarded to numerically correct solutions, but partial credit will be given to partially complete solutions or incorrect solutions where errors have carried through the calculations.

Mid Semester Practical Exam

Type: Exam - Mid Semester During Class
Learning Objectives Assessed: 1.4, 1.11
Due Date:
1 Sep 09 - 11 Sep 09
Weight: 10%
Perusal: 5 minutes
Duration: 45 minutes
Format: Practical
Task Description:

45 minutes to reproduce a key result from Prac 1 or 2 without partner present.

Criteria & Marking: Marking will be based on the Prac Exam marksheets available for download from the course website.

Mid Semester Theory Examination

Type: Exam - Mid Semester During Class
Learning Objectives Assessed: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.9, 1.10
Due Date:
11 Sep 09 10:00
Weight: 20%
Perusal: 5 minutes
Duration: 100 minutes
Format: Problem solving
Task Description:

Multi-part circuit analysis problem covering material from throughout section I. The examination is open book. Any books, handwritten notes, drawing instruments, and calculators are allowed.

Criteria & Marking: Marks are as assigned on question paper. Explanations of steps used are essential, and will be carefully accounted for in assessment. Best marks are awarded to numerically correct solutions, but partial credit will be given to partially complete solutions or incorrect solutions where errors have carried through the calculations.

Problem Journal - Section I

Type: Journal
Learning Objectives Assessed: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.9, 1.10
Due Date:
11 Sep 09 12:00 At the conclusion of the mid-semester exam.
Weight: 5%
Task Description: You are required to maintain a journal with all of the solutions to problems that you have attempted from the text book. In each study guide you will find a list of mandatory problems to attempt. Your attempts at solutions to these mandatory problems must be hand written in your journal. You should correct your solutions based on the solutions provided on the course web page.
Criteria & Marking: A journal with every mandatory problem attempted and corrected is worth 5 marks. 1 mark will be deducted for each problem not attempted and/or corrected, to a minimum of 0 marks.
Submission: Submitted at the conclusion of the mid-semester examination. Journals not submitted at this time will receive zero marks.

Design Challenge Report

Type: Project Report
Learning Objectives Assessed: 1.3, 1.4, 1.9, 1.10, 1.11, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8
Due Date:
5 Nov 09 05:00
Weight: 20%
Task Description: Jointly written 15 page report on the solution to the Design Challenge, including theoretical grounding, design basis, experimental results and discussion. Details of the report format are availble for dowload from the course web page.
Criteria & Marking: The report will be marked based on the criteria itemised on the Design Challenge Report Mark Sheet available for download from the course web page.
Submission: The report is to be submitted in the hand-in box in GP-South. The box will be cleared at 5pm sharp on the hand-in day. The box will be cleared a second time at 5pm sharp on the day following the hand-in day, however reports collected at this time will receive half of the assigned marks i.e. a report receiving 18/20 will be penalised for late hand-in to 9/20. Reports submitted after the second box clearance will not be accepted for marking, and no marks will be awarded.

In summary, 0 - 24 hours late means half marks, > 24 hours late means no marks.

Problem Journal - Section II

Type: Journal
Learning Objectives Assessed: 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.7, 2.8
Due Date:
9 Nov 09 - 21 Nov 09 To be submitted by 5pm on the day following the final exam.
Weight: 5%
Task Description: You are required to maintain a journal with all of the solutions to problems that you have attempted from the text book. In each study guide you will find a list of mandatory problems to attempt. Your attempts at solutions to these mandatory problems must be hand written in your journal. You should correct your solutions based on the solutions provided on the course web page. You may continue in the same journal that you used for Section I.
Criteria & Marking: A journal with every mandatory problem attempted and corrected is worth 5 marks. 1 mark will be deducted for each problem not attempted and/or corrected, to a minimum of 0 marks.
Submission: The journal is to be submitted in the hand-in box in GP-South. The box will be cleared at 5pm sharp on the day following the final exam. The box will be cleared a second time at 5pm sharp on the subsequent day, however journals collected at this time will receive half of the assigned marks i.e. a journal receiving 4/5 will be penalised for late hand-in to 2/5. Journals submitted after the second box clearance will not be accepted for marking, and no marks will be awarded.

In summary, 0 - 24 hours late means half marks, > 24 hours late means no marks.

6. Policies & Guidelines

This section contains the details of and links to the most relevant policies and course guidelines. For further details on University Policies please visit myAdvisor and the University Handbook of Policies and Procedures.

6.1 Assessment Related Policies and Guidelines

University Policies & Guidelines

An overview of the University’s assessment-related policies can be found on myAdvisor (http://www.uq.edu.au/myadvisor/index.html?page=2910).

Academic Integrity
It is the University's task to encourage ethical scholarship and to inform students and staff about the institutional standards of academic behaviour expected of them in learning, teaching and research. Students have a responsibility to maintain the highest standards of academic integrity in their work. Students must not cheat in examinations or other forms of assessment and must ensure they do not plagiarise.

Plagiarism
The University has adopted the following definition of plagiarism:

Plagiarism is the act of misrepresenting as one's own original work the ideas, interpretations, words or creative works of another. These include published and unpublished documents, designs, music, sounds, images, photographs, computer codes and ideas gained through working in a group. These ideas, interpretations, words or works may be found in print and/or electronic media.

Students are encouraged to read the UQ Academic Integrity and Plagiarism policy (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25128) which makes a comprehensive statement about the University's approach to plagiarism, including the approved use of plagiarism detection software, the consequences of plagiarism and the principles associated with preventing plagiarism.

Feedback on Assessment
Feedback is essential to effective learning and students can expect to receive appropriate and timely feedback on all assessment. For a detailed explanation of the feedback you are entitled to, you should consult the policy on Student Access to Feedback on Assessment. (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25109)

As a student you have a responsibility to incorporate feedback into your learning; make use of the assessment criteria that you are given; be aware of the rules, policies and other documents related to assessment; and provide teachers with feedback on their assessment practices.

There are certain steps you can take if you feel your result does not reflect your performance. Please refer to the myAdvisor web site. (http://www.uq.edu.au/myadvisor/index.html?page=2953)

School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering Assessment Guidelines

Misconduct

Further to the statement on academic integrity and plagiarism above, students are required to read and understand the ITEE policy on Student Misconduct (http://www.itee.uq.edu.au/about_ITEE/policies/student-misconduct.html).

Late Arrival or Non-attendance at Examinations

The policy and procedure for late arrival or non-attendance at centrally controlled and school-based examinations is set out in the University's Assessment policy (HUPP 3.30.1), section 4.8 at http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25109.

In the case that a student requests a special exam for a School-controlled exam, the request will be considered and, if allowed, the timing shall be determined by the course coordinator, in consultation with the School's Chief Examiner where necessary, and in accordance with HUPP 3.30.1. Unless otherwise indicated in the Course Profile, applications must be made in writing to the Head of School no later than 5 days after the exam. Late applications will not be accepted.

Examination Feedback

In addition to the advice above, students wishing to view examination answer scripts and/or question papers should consult with the School office (Room 217, General Purpose South Building [78], St Lucia) regarding arrangements. The ITEE policy on exam script viewing is available at http://study.itee.uq.edu.au/current_students/exam_script_viewing.html.

Supplementary Assessment

If you fail this course you may be eligible for supplementary assessment - see the general award rules and/or your program rules for details. You should note that even though you may be eligible for supplementary assessment under these rules, in some circumstances there may be no practical assessment that can be offered to allow you to meet the minimum passing requirements. These circumstances may include failure based on:

group or team based assessment;
attendance or class participation requirements;
laboratory-based assessment, where laboratories can't practically be made available after classes have finished;
project or thesis-based assessment, where a significant period of time would be required to undertake supplementary assessment;
progressive assessment, where subsequent assessment items build on earlier assessment items; or
multiple assessment items, where it is impractical to offer multiple supplementary assessment items.

If the course coordinator determines that there is no practical supplementary assessment that can be offered to allow you to improve your grade, then you will not be offered supplementary assessment and your grade will remain unchanged.

Calculators in Examinations

Some examinations in the School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering restrict the type of calculator that can be used. If this course profile does not specify any calculator restrictions, you should check with the course coordinator as to whether any restrictions apply. In some examinations, you may only be permitted to use an EPSA/EAIT approved and labelled non-programmable calculator. It is your responsibility to ensure you have a suitable approved and labelled calculator if required.

6.2 Other Policies and Guidelines

University Policies and Guidelines

Placement Courses
Students on a placement course – also known as a work placement, internship, industry study, industry experience, clinical practice, clinical placement, practical work, practicum, fieldwork, teaching practice – should refer to the University policy, Placement Courses (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25120) for detailed information.

Working with Children
Students whose studies include a professional/work placement, internship, clinical practice, teaching practice or other similar activity which involves them in regular contact with children should refer to the University policy, Working with Children Check - "blue card" (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25004) to find out how to apply for a ‘blue card’.

Students with a Disability
Any student with a disability who may require alternative academic arrangements, including assessment, in the course/program is encouraged to seek advice at the commencement of the semester from a Disability Adviser at Student Support Services. Refer to the University policy, Students with a Disability (Disability Action Plan) (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25122) and to the policy on Special Arrangements for Examinations for Students with a Disability (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25111

Where an adjustment is made to an accredited program, it is the responsibility of the relevant Faculty to liaise with professional and registration bodies regarding the acceptability of the change/s.

Occupational Health and Safety
Undergraduate Students (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25055) and Postgraduate Students (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25057) should be familiar with the University policies on occupational health and safety in the laboratory.

Other School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering Guidelines

Ethical Clearance

If your course involves assignment or project work involving human subjects or human-related materials, you must investigate the need for ethical clearance and obtain it when required. Information on ethical clearance can be found at http://www.uq.edu.au/research/orps/index.html?page=5064&pid=5256.

Learning Summary

Below is a table showing the relationship between the learning objectives for this course and the broader graduate attributes developed, the learning activities used to develop each objective and the assessment task used to assess each objective.

Learning Objectives

After successfully completing this course you should be able to:

1. SECTION I
1.1  Be fluent with the tools of mesh and node analysis
1.2  Understand linear circuit theorems and apply them
1.3  Understand operational amplifiers, their uses and their limitations
1.4  Build and measure circuits containing operational amplifiers
1.5  Calculate the time responses of switching circuits containing a resistor and a single capacitor or inductor
1.6  Calculate the time responses of switching circuits containing a resistor and a single capacitor / inductor pair
1.7  Analyse the response of a resistor / inductor /capacitor circuits to an AC excitation of a single frequency
1.8  Analyse the power in resistor / inductor /capacitor circuits excited by a single frequency of AC
1.9  Intuitively generate the frequency response (Bode plot) of a known circuit
1.10  Interpret the frequency response (Bode plot) of an unknown circuit
1.11  Build and measure electronic circuits with resistors, capacitors and inductors
2. SECTION II
2.1  Understand the uses of the Laplace transform in circuit analysis
2.2  Generate transfer functions from circuit designs
2.3  Understand the effect of placing transfer functions in parallel, series and feedback arrangements
2.4  Identify transfer functions from measurement and analysis of electronics circuits
2.5  Design circuits to generate transfer functions
2.6  Build and verify electronic circuits to implement transfer functions
2.7  Understand the properties of the Fourier transform and its uses in understanding the spectrum of signals and circuit response
2.8  Design and implement filters

Assessment & Learning Activities

Learning Objectives

1.1

1.2

1.3

1.4

1.5

1.6

1.7

1.8

1.9

1.10

1.11

2.1

2.2

2.3

2.4

2.5

2.6

2.7

2.8

Learning Activities

Introduction, Mesh and Node Analysis (Lecture)

Operational Amplifiers (Practical)

Linear Circuit Theorems, Operational Amplifiers (Lecture)

Linear Circuit Theorems, Operational Amplifiers (Tutorial)

Capacitors and Inductors, RL and RC Circuits (Lecture)

Capacitors and Inductors, RL and RC Circuits (Tutorial)

RLC Circuits (Practical)

RLC Circuits (Lecture)

RLC Circuits (Tutorial)

AC Steady State Analysis (Lecture)

AC Steady State Analysis (Tutorial)

Mid-Semester Practical Exam (Exam)

AC Power, Frequency Response (Lecture)

AC Power, Frequency Response (Tutorial)

Revision (Lecture)

Mid-Semester Exam (Exam)

Design Challenge (Practical)

Laplace Transform (Lecture)

Laplace Transform (Tutorial)

Reduction of Multiple Sub-Systems (Lecture)

Reduction of Multiple Sub-Systems (Tutorial)

Fourier Series and Transform (Lecture)

Fourier Series Design Question (Tutorial)

Fourier Series and Transform (Lecture)

Fourier Transform Design Question (Tutorial)

Filter Circuits (Lecture)

Filter Circuits (Tutorial)

Revision (Lecture)

Practice Exam (Tutorial)

Assessment Tasks

Final Exam

Mid Semester Practical Exam

Mid Semester Theory Examination

Problem Journal - Section I

Design Challenge Report

Problem Journal - Section II

Graduate Attributes

Successfully completing this course will contribute to the recognition of your attainment of the following UQ (Undergrad Pass) graduate attributes:

	Learning Objectives
	1.1	1.2	1.3	1.4	1.5	1.6	1.7	1.8	1.9	1.10	1.11	2.1	2.2	2.3	2.4	2.5	2.6	2.7	2.8
Graduate Attributes
*A IN-DEPTH KNOWLEDGE OF THE FIELD OF STUDY*
A1. A comprehensive and well-founded knowledge in the field of study.
A4. An understanding of how other disciplines relate to the field of study.
A5. An international perspective on the field of study.
*B EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION*
B1. The ability to collect, analyse and organise information and ideas and to convey those ideas clearly and fluently, in both written and spoken forms.
B2. The ability to interact effectively with others in order to work towards a common outcome.
B3. The ability to select and use the appropriate level, style and means of communication.
B4. The ability to engage effectively and appropriately with information and communication technologies.
*C INDEPENDENCE AND CREATIVITY*
C1. The ability to work and learn independently.
C3. The ability to generate ideas and adapt innovatively to changing environments.
C4. The ability to identify problems, create solutions, innovate and improve current practices.
*D CRITICAL JUDGEMENT*
D1. The ability to define and analyse problems.
D2. The ability to apply critical reasoning to issues through independent thought and informed judgement.
D3. The ability to evaluate opinions, make decisions and to reflect critically on the justifications for decisions.
*E ETHICAL AND SOCIAL UNDERSTANDING*
E1. An understanding of social and civic responsibility.
E2. An appreciation of the philosophical and social contexts of a discipline.
E4. A knowledge and respect of ethics and ethical standards in relation to a major area of study.
E5. A knowledge of other cultures and times and an appreciation of cultural diversity.

Successfully completing this course will contribute to the recognition of your attainment of the following Engineers Australia graduate attributes:

	Learning Objectives
	1.1	1.2	1.3	1.4	1.5	1.6	1.7	1.8	1.9	1.10	1.11	2.1	2.2	2.3	2.4	2.5	2.6	2.7	2.8
Graduate Attributes
1. Ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals
2. Ability to communicate effectively, not only with engineers, but also with the community at large
3. In-depth technical competence in at least one engineering discipline
4. Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution
5. Ability to utilise a systems approach to design and operational performance
6. Ability to function effectively as an individual and in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams, with the capacity to be a team leader or manager as well as an effective team member
7. Understanding of the social, cultural, global and environmental responsibilities of the professional engineer, and for the need for sustainable development
8. Understanding of the principles of sustainable design and development
9. Understanding of and commitment to professional and ethical responsibilities
10. Expectation and capacity to undertake life-long learning

feedback

Dorf and Svoboda, Introduction to Electric Circuits (7^th Edition), John Wiley. This text will be used extensively throughout the course as reading material and a source of problems.

Tutorial problems and prac sheets will be handed at the start of the appropriate tutorial or prac. Note that tutorial problems and pracs may run over several weeks, and that students should bring the handouts each week as new copies will not produced. Students who miss out on copies may download them from the course web page.

The course web site is available at http://www.itee.uq.edu.au/~elec2004. The course web site will contain announcements, this course profile, the study guides, answers to problems in the study guides, the tutorial problems and the practical handouts.

The course newsgroup is uq.itee.elec2004. This group is available on both the University and School news servers (news.uq.edu.au and news.itee.uq.edu.au). Students are free to post questions (and answers!) to the newsgroup. Copies of announcements will also be posted to the newsgroup. The teaching staff will monitor the newsgroup.

Laboratory practical experiments will be carried out in Hawken (50) - S202. Students should carefully read the health and safety requirements for the laboratory and fill out the safety declaration form on the web at http://studenthelp.itee.uq.edu.au/ohs/index.html.

ELEC2004 - Sem 2 2009 - St Lucia - Internal

1. General Course Information

1.1 Course Details

1.2 Course Introduction

1.3 Course Staff

1.4 Timetable

2. Aims, Objectives & Graduate Attributes

2.1 Course Aims

2.2 Learning Objectives

2.3. Graduate Attributes

3. Learning Resources

3.1 Required Resources

3.2 Recommended Resources

3.3 University Learning Resources

3.4 School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering Learning Resources

4. Teaching & Learning Activities

4.1 Learning Activities

4.2 Other Teaching and Learning Activities Information

5. Assessment

5.1 Assessment Summary

5.2 Course Grading

5.3 Late Submission

5.5 Assessment Detail

6. Policies & Guidelines

6.1 Assessment Related Policies and Guidelines

University Policies & Guidelines

School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering Assessment Guidelines

6.2 Other Policies and Guidelines

University Policies and Guidelines

Other School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering Guidelines

Learning Summary

Learning Objectives

Assessment & Learning Activities

Graduate Attributes

Students are not expected to purchase the following books, but may find them useful. Copies of these books are available in the library. Operational amplifiers: Horowitz and Hill, The Art of Electronics, Cambridge Press - TK7815 .H67 1989 Laplace Transform and Reduction of Multiple Sub-Systems: Nise, Control Systems Engineering, John Wiley - TJ213 .N497 2004