EEE 335 : Analog and Digital Circuits

General Information

Instructor: Dr Bahman Moraffah
Email: bahman.moraffah@asu.edu
Lecture: Online
Laboratory: Online
Office Hours: TBA
Zoom Room Link: TBA

Course Description

Analog, digital microelectronic circuits and systems. Gate sizing, timing analysis, sequential digital circuits, memory. Single-stage and differential amplifiers, frequency response.

Prerequisites and Requirements

Engineering BS/BSE students. Must have completed EEE 334 or equivalent with a grade of D or better.

Purpose of the Course

This course is an area pathway course for the electronic and mixed signal circuit design emphasis in Electrical Engineering. It is a continuation of EEE 334, Circuits II. In EEE 334, students were introduced to the fundamentals of transistors and electronic circuits. This course will be the first real electronic circuit design course, focusing on constructing both digital and analog circuits. Actual designs will be realized in the companion laboratory, where students will be required to build and simulate specific circuits, from CMOS logic gates to differential amplifiers, using the CADENCE EDA tool. A crucial feature of this course is its treatment of the time and frequency domain responses of electronic circuits. Students are strongly encouraged to review not only what they learned in EEE 334 but also the network analysis principles covered in EEE 202, Circuits I.

Textbook

Microelectronic Circuits, 8th Ed. Oxford University Press, 2019, by Adel S. Sedra, Kenneth C. Smith, Tony C. Carusone, and Vincent Gaudet.

Teaching Assistants

Anoop Bengaluru Prabhuswamy 
Email: abengalu@asu.edu
Rohit Bharadwaj Pemmaraju
Email: rpemmara@asu.edu

TA Schedule:

Course Objectives

• Review MOSFET Operation.
• Analyze Current-Voltage Characteristics.
• Study MOS Circuits at DC.
• Understand Small Signal Operation and Models.
• Design and analyze Digital CMOS circuits.
• Explore CMOS Inverter operation.
• Develop CMOS Logic gates.
• Use Pass Transistors in circuits.
• Design and analyze Latches and Flip-Flops.
• Understand Memory Circuits design.
• Design and analyze Analog Circuits.
• Build Single stage single-sided amplifiers.
• Analyze Frequency Response of circuits.
• Study Differential amplifiers.

Learning Outcomes

• Students will be able to design and analyze combinational and sequential logic gates and will learn transistor sizing for digital performance.
• Students will be able to design and analyze midband and high-frequency response of common source, common gate, source follower, cascade, and differential amplifiers.
• Students will analyze the Miller effect and its use in compensation.

Tentative Course Outline

Important Notes

• Midterm Exam: After Lecture 19, covering Units 1-3.
• Final Exam: Date and time to be announced later. The final exam will cover all units.

Homeworks

Homeworks are an essential part of learning this material. Homework will be assigned and due every 1-2 weeks. There will be about 8-10 homework assignments for the semester, and they will be submitted through Canvas. Late submissions are not accepted unless pre-approved by the instructor under special circumstances.

Laboratory

Labs will count for 25% (200 points) of the class grade as follows:

• Lab 1: 25 points
• Lab 2: 25 points
• Lab 3: 50 points
• Lab 4: 50 points
• Lab 5: 50 points

Exams, Quizzes, and Grading Distribution

There will be two exams and four quizzes. The midterm will be worth 200 points, and the final exam will also be worth 200 points. Each quiz will be worth 20 points, totaling 100 points for all quizzes.

The class has a total of 800 points possible, distributed as follows:

Submitting Assignments

All assignment submissions and deadlines will be handled through Canvas. Late submissions will not be accepted unless excused for valid reasons such as medical emergencies or other special circumstances with proper documentation.

Late or Missed Assignments or Exams:

If a medical emergency occurs that causes a late assignment or lab submission, or missing an exam, please contact Prof. Moraffah as soon as possible with appropriate documentation from a medical provider. For religious observances or university-sanctioned events, accommodations can be arranged if requested well in advance of the occurrence.

Student Success:

To be successful in EEE 335, please read all course material and complete all homework assignments and labs. Start labs early as they can be time-consuming. Ask questions during lectures, office hours, and on Ed Discussion. Actively participating in Ed Discussion can be particularly useful for clarifying homework questions since other students may have similar questions.

Communicating With the Instructor

Ed Discussion: Ed Discussion will be the official platform used for communications in this course. Please use it actively to engage with the course content and your peers.

Email: When emailing Prof. Moraffah related to this course, please include "EEE 335" in the subject line to ensure a prompt response.

Ed Discussion

Search before you post.

Heart questions and answers you find useful.

Answer questions you feel confident answering.

Share interesting course-related content with staff and peers.

It is encouraged that all students participate in answering questions. Be confident in your answers, but don't hesitate to share your thoughts.

If a fellow student shares an answer, feel free to offer your own solution or provide corrections.

Helping your classmates before the instructor intervenes benefits both you and your peers.

Consistent participation and answering questions before the instructor will earn you extra credit, which will be applied directly to your final grade. Note that there is NO curve for this class but you are provided with opportunities to earn some extra credit.

Additional Course Comments and Policies

• Covid Mitigation Strategy: If you cannot physically be on campus due to personal health concerns, please contact Prof. Moraffah to discuss alternative arrangements.
• Technology Requirements: This course requires the following technologies: a reliable internet connection, a web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari), Adobe Acrobat Reader, a webcam, microphone, and Microsoft Office. These tools are essential for participating in online lectures, completing assignments, and communicating with the instructor.
• Academic Integrity: Academic honesty is expected of all students in all examinations, papers, and laboratory work. Any form of cheating or plagiarism will result in severe academic consequences, including a potential grade of E or XE for the course.
• Disability Resources: Students who need disability accommodations should contact the Disability Resource Center (DRC) immediately. The DRC is available to support students in ensuring equal access to all course materials and activities.
• Policy Against Threatening Behavior: Any incidents of violent or threatening behavior must be reported to ASU Police and the Office of the Dean of Students. Such behavior will not be tolerated and may result in serious consequences, including removal from campus.
• Reporting Title IX Violations: Title IX protects against discrimination based on sex, including sexual harassment and violence. ASU provides resources for students who have experienced such discrimination. Reporting violations can be done through the appropriate university channels.
• Policy on Sexual Discrimination: ASU is committed to providing a discrimination-free environment. Any incidents of sexual discrimination, harassment, or retaliation should be reported to the university. ASU Counseling Services are available for confidential support.
• Copyrighted Materials: Students must comply with copyright laws and avoid uploading materials that are not their original work to any course platform or discussion board. Violations of copyright policies may result in disciplinary action.
• Syllabus Disclaimer: The syllabus is a statement of intent and an implicit agreement between the instructor and the student. While every effort will be made to avoid changes to the course schedule, unforeseen events may necessitate adjustments. Students should check their ASU email and the course site regularly for updates.