•   Digital Technology ELA22GY01-3005 02.09.2024-22.12.2024  6 credits  (UIT24D-V) +-
    Competence objectives of the study unit
    The student is able to:
    - describe how Boolean algebra can be applied in digital circuit contexts
    - analyze and simplify logic circuits
    - explain the function of Interrupts in programming contexts
    - plan and realize simple digital circuits
    - write simpler programs for a microcontroller
    - perform relevant selections of components, logical building blocks and program structures
    - justify the choice of digital solution (circuit or program)
    Prerequisites
    No prerequisites.
    Content of the study unit
    Number systems, codes and number conversion.
    Logical algebra and gate circuits.
    Logical functions and combinatorics.
    Locking signals.
    Circuit reduction with Karnaugh diagram.
    Digital flip-flops.
    555's internal function and its applications.
    The basics of microcontroller technology.
    Low level programming in Assembler.
    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)
    Less than 40% of the course credits.
    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)
    Knowledge about the most basic binary logic and truth tables.
    Knowledge about the most elementary logic circuits and components.
    Knowledge about the basic principles for the design and simulation of simple digital circuits.
    Possesses general basic knowledge of processors and programming.
    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)
    Is well acquainted with binary logic and truth tables.
    Have a good knowledge of logical circuits, components and their characteristic properties.
    Have a good knowledge of how to design and simulate simple digital circuits.
    Have a good understanding of the basic processor technology and can apply the principles of creating simple programs.
    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)
    Has an excellent understanding of Boolean logic.
    Has excellent insight into logic circuits, components and their characteristic properties.
    Can independently design and simulate digital circuitry.
    Has excellent understanding of the basic processor technology and can independently create simple programs.
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Kaj Wikman

    Learning material

    Own compendium.
    Hardware specific datasheets.

    Learning methods

    Lectures
    Exercises
    Simulations
    Laboratory work

    Objects, timing and methods of assessment

    The course is assessed according to exam results and assignments.

    Teaching language

    Swedish

    Timing

    02.09.2024 - 22.12.2024

    Enrollment date range

    15.06.2024 - 22.09.2024

    Group(s)
    • UIT24D-V
    Responsible unit

    Faculty of Technology and Seafaring

    Teachers and responsibilities

    Roger Mäntylä

    Degree Programme(s)

    Degree Programme in Electrical Engineering and Automation

    Campus

    Vasa, Wolffskavägen 33

    RDI share

    0.00 credits

    Share of online studies

    0.00 credits

    Assessment scale

    H-5

    Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

    Tutorials on the theory sections.
    Attendance requirements regarding laboratory work.

    Exam dates and retake possibilities

    Theory exam at the end of period 1
    Assignments

    Timing and attendance

    w. 36-51

    Student's schedule and workload

    The course is held with equal load during periods 1 and 2.

    Content scheduling

    Period 1 is theory focused and period 2 is more practical.

    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)

    Less than 40% of the course credits.

    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

    40% - 63% of the course credits.

    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

    64% - 87% of the course credits.

    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

    At least 88% of the course credits.