Critical Cross-field Outcomes:
Describe how pulses are generated for se in electronic circuits and systems.
Explain the operation of circuits for forming square, rectangle, sawtooth and triangular waves.
Discuss basic logic circuits and draw the symbols for AND, OR, NOR and Exclusive OR gates.
Show how linear digital ICs are used as building blocks in industrial applications.
Interpret specification sheets and application notes on linear and digital ICs.
Review digital-to-analog (D/A) and analog-to-digital (A/D) techniques and applications.
Convert back and forth among decimal, binary, octal and hexadecimal numbering systems.
Describe functions of microprocessor ships and support architecture.
Discuss the characteristics and applications of various types of transducers.
Describe how the various solid-state logic systems are used in industrial control applications.
Discuss electronic solid-state motor control and servo systems.
Cite the basic operating principles and applications of numerical control (NC) and programmable controllers (PC) equipment.
Identify the various types of non-destructive test methods and the associated electronic systems.
List the various types of voltage and frequency control schemes.
Explain the importance of a block diagram approach to troubleshooting.
Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made.
Work effectively with other s as a member of a team, group, organisation and community.
Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively.
Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that the problem solving context does not exist in isolation.
Reflect on and explore a variety of strategies to learn more effectively.
Explore education and career opportunities.
Develop entrepreneurial opportunities.
Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and language skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion.
Demonstrate effective and responsible decision making.
Stimulate and develop thinking patterns involving creativity.
Interpret information received via the media and other sources.
Use technology effectively and responsibly.
Conduct research independently.
Please note that all critical cross-field outcomes will be assessed within the context of educational management.
Specific Outcomes:
Use a meter (analogue and digital) to measure electrical quantities.
Work safely with electricity by applying safety precautions.
Care for electrical shock victims.
Determine voltage, current and resistance of series and parallel circuits with alternating and direct current.
Describe the functioning and construction of electric circuit components in terms of electromagnetic principles.
Identify, distinguish and explain the function of the different types of electrical components.
Describe the functioning and application of semi-conductor devices.
Describe the construction of electrical motors and describe their operating principles in terms of electromagnetic theory.
Use an oscilloscope to obtain voltages and frequencies of an electric circuit.
Describe the different means of signal or data transmission.
Design and interpret basic digital logic circuits.
Design and interpret basic analogue circuits. |