GOALS

To be able to identify various transfer functions and synthesize them into a passive and/or active filter
To be able to run frequency response tests on synthesized circuits and examine the results against one of the available simultators such as Circuit Maker
To be able to design a filter to meet various design requirements starting with its response curve and to simulate quadrature components using other passive components
To be able to synthesize impedance functions

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

Students will become proficient in analyzing network circuits by hand and by Matlab.
Students will acquire the necessary technique of using gyrators in filter design.
Students will become proficient in analysis and synthesis of voltage functions and transimpedance functions.

OUTCOMES ASSESSMENTS

The pre-course exam contains several questions that will be repeated again on the final. By analyzing the results and comparing them to the results on the final, it can be seen if the student has mastered the subject area.
All questions on the three course exams are based on expected outcomes.
All assigned lab experiments are based on the expected outcomes. There are four experiments. Some experiments require some simulation beyond the regular hardware construction. The conclusion questions are based on the expected outcomes.

ABET CRITERIA (from a-k)

(a) an ability to apply knowlege of mathematics, science and engineering
(b) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
(c) an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
(e) an ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems
(k) an ability to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice