431-304 Computer Engineering 3

Credit Points

Prerequisites

431-204 Computer Engineering 2 and 431-222 Electronic Devices and Circuits

Semester

Contact

Subject Description

This subject continues the development of students' knowledge and understanding of the design and implementation of digital circuits and systems. The basic circuits and electrical characteristics of common logic families are analysed so that their applications and limitations can be understood. The issues involved in interfacing synchronous digital circuits to external inputs are addressed. Modern, systematic procedures for designing and implementing substantial digital systems and circuits, including those with embedded microprocessors or microcontrollers, are described. Topics covered in the subject include: logic families and logic gate circuits (CMOS, TTL, ECL); handling external inputs to synchronous digital circuits (Schmitt-trigger inputs, one-shots, oscillators, synchronisers); hierarchical design of substantial synchronous digital circuits; advanced programmable logic devices; high-level description languages and computer-aided design tools for digital hardware design and implementation; design of systems with embedded microprocessors or microcontrollers; peripherals and peripheral interfaces (e.g. ADCs and DACs, serial communications, network interfaces).

Assessment

One written examination not exceeding three-hours; practice classes, tests, assignments and project reports, not exceeding 20 pages