Duration
26h Th, 26h Pr
Number of credits
| Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Engineering | 5 crédits | |||
| Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science | 5 crédits |
Lecturer
Language(s) of instruction
English language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the second semester
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
This unit covers the following topics: basic logic functions using Boolean algebra, combinational circuits (design and simplification, implementation with programmable circuits and functional blocks), synchronous sequential circuits (flip flops, state-machines, registers, counters, implementation with programmable circuits), technology parameters and timing issues, memories, programmable logic devices.
The VHDL language is studied and applied in the group project.
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
At the end of the course, students will have learned about the fundamentals regarding the design of digital combinational and sequential circuits. They will also have acquired a working knowledge of VHDL through the group project.
This course contributes to the learning outcomes I.1, I.2, II.1, III.1, III.2, IV.1, VI.1, VI.2, VII.2, VII.4, VII.5 of the BSc in engineering.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
N/A
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Lectures, tutorials, laboratories and a group project (implementation of a digital design on a CPLD using VHDL).
Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)
Face-to-face course
Further information:
All the lectures will be recorded, and uploaded on "Mes Cours".
Course materials and recommended or required readings
Platform(s) used for course materials:
- MyULiège
Further information:
Reference works:
- M. Morris Mano and Charles R. Kime, Logic and Computer Design Fundamentals, 5th ed., Pearson, 2016.
- J. Wakerly, Digital Design: Principles and Practices, 5th ed., Pearson, 2018.
Exam(s) in session
Any session
- In-person
written exam ( multiple-choice questionnaire, open-ended questions )
Written work / report
Other : Presentation of the project
Further information:
The examination will consist of a series of multiple choice questions and/or questions requiring a short written answer, and will cover the theory and tutorial content. The specific exam format will be discussed during the last lecture. A formula sheet will be appended to the exam booklet: basic non-programmable calculators will be allowed during the examination.
The group project will be evaluated by means of a written report and a live demonstration.
Marking:
- 40% group project.
- 60% exam (30% theory - 30% exercises).
Work placement(s)
Organisational remarks and main changes to the course
There will be no deferred assessment for the project (i.e. the project must be completed during the first session).
Notice to international students: no remote exams will be organized.
We encourage constructive feedback to improve our courses and your learning experience. You can provide feedback through the Evalens platform, your student representative (who will present it at the "Conseil des études"), or by contacting the lecturer and teaching assistants directly via email or in person. Please note, however, that any defamatory, vulgar, aggressive and offensive comments on the Evalens platform will be reported to the appropriate authorities.
Contacts
Jean-Michel Redouté (jean-michel.redoute@uliege.be)
Anaïs Halin
Arthur Fyon