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Academic Year 2001/2002

Electronics for Nonscientists: Inside the Computer
PHYS 142 FA

This laboratory course in digital electronics is designed to give the student first hand experience in this important area of modern technology. Basic concepts of electrical current and voltage will be covered, as well as fundamentals of Boolean logic. These ideas will then be combined in the construction of electrical circuits to carry out logic operations. Finally, simple digital computers based on Z-80 microprossors will be constructed. Emphasis is given to hands-on work in the lab. We will also discuss some aspects of the technology involved in the integrated circuits so important in the personal computer explosion. No previous physics is assumed.

MAJOR READINGS

To be announced.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Examinations and Assignments not known

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Preregistered students must attend the first meeting of the course or otherwise communicate with the instructor during the Red period of Drop/Add or be dropped from the course.

COURSE FORMAT: Laboratory

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NSM PHYS    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: NONE Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-19-2002

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