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1 Introduction, overview of topics, overview of basic knowledge required for this course
2 Atomic models, crystal structure, semiconductor physics, doping, current flow mechanisms, Continuity Equation
3 pn junction, currents in unbiased pn junction, formation of depletion layer, carrier density diagrams, derivation of potential barrier and depletion layer thickness, and Semiconductor Diode Equation.
4 Types of diodes, Zener effect, Zener diodes, diode capacities, sample circuits constructed with diodes
5 Transistor physics, physical characteristics of BJT, biasing conditions, current components, transistor parameters
6 BJT as a switch and biasing for analog applications
7 Midterm Exam 1
8 MOSFET, physical characteristics. MOS as a switch and biasing for analog applications
9 Transistor amplifier circuits: equivalent AC circuits, small signal analysis
10 Transistor amplifier circuits: gain and input/output resistance calculations, cascade amplifier circuits
11 Transistor amplifier circuits: MOS amplifiers
12 Midterm Exam 2
13 Differential amplifier circuits: configurations, gain and input/output resistance and CMRR calculations
14 Operational Amplifiers (OPAMP) and applications |