Anna University, Chennai
Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Subject Code: EC3301
Subject Name: Electron Devices and Circuits
Course Description:
EC3301, Electron Devices and Circuits, is a foundational course offered by the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Anna University, Chennai. This course delves into the fundamental principles governing the behavior and operation of electronic devices and their integration into circuits. It covers the theory, analysis, and design of various semiconductor devices, along with their applications in electronic circuits.
Course Objectives:
To understand the operating principles of semiconductor devices such as diodes, transistors, and FETs.
To analyze the characteristics and behavior of semiconductor devices under different operating conditions.
To explore the application of semiconductor devices in electronic circuits for amplification, switching, and signal processing.
To develop skills in the design and analysis of electronic circuits using semiconductor devices.
To foster an understanding of advanced electronic devices and emerging technologies in the field.
Course Topics:
Introduction to Semiconductor Physics
Crystal Structure and Semiconductor Materials
Energy Bands in Solids
Intrinsic and Extrinsic Semiconductors
Carrier Transport Mechanisms
Semiconductor Diodes
PN Junction Diode: Theory and Characteristics
Diode Rectifiers and Clippers
Zener Diodes and Voltage Regulation
Special Purpose Diodes: LED, Photodiode
Bipolar Junction Transistors (BJTs)
BJT Operation and Characteristics
BJT Biasing and Stability
Small Signal Analysis of BJT Amplifiers
BJT Switching Circuits
Field Effect Transistors (FETs)
MOSFET Operation and Characteristics
MOSFET Biasing and Small Signal Analysis
JFET and MESFET: Characteristics and Applications
Amplifiers and Oscillators
Single Stage Amplifiers: CE, CB, and CC Configurations
Multistage Amplifiers: Cascode, Darlington, and Cascade Configurations
Feedback Amplifiers: Types and Analysis
Oscillators: RC Phase Shift, Hartley, and Colpitts Oscillators
Integrated Circuits and Applications
Introduction to IC Fabrication Techniques
Analog and Digital Integrated Circuits
Operational Amplifiers: Characteristics and Applications
Timer ICs, Voltage Regulators, and Power Amplifiers
Course Assessment:
Assessment in EC3301 typically includes:
Regular quizzes and assignments to assess understanding of theoretical concepts.
Laboratory sessions to reinforce practical skills in device characterization and circuit design.
Mid-term examinations covering theoretical concepts and problem-solving skills.
End-term examinations evaluating comprehensive understanding of the course material.
Conclusion:
EC3301, Electron Devices and Circuits, provides students with a solid foundation in the principles and applications of semiconductor devices and electronic circuits. By mastering the concepts covered in this course, students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue further studies in electronics, as well as to apply their learning in real-world engineering projects and industries.
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