Circuits and Electronics 3: Applications

Course Description

Welcome to "Circuits and Electronics 3: Applications," an advanced-level course that builds upon the fundamental knowledge gained in Circuits and Electronics 1 and 2. This comprehensive course, taught by edX CEO and MIT Professor Anant Agarwal along with his MIT colleagues, delves deep into the world of electronic circuits and their real-world applications. From understanding how your radio works to implementing complex filters using resistors, inductors, and capacitors, this course offers a rich exploration of RLC and CMOS circuits and their diverse applications.

What You'll Learn

• Construction and analysis of filters using capacitors and inductors
• Intuitive understanding of time and frequency behavior in second-order circuits
• Relationship between mathematical representations and real-life effects in first-order circuits
• Applications of circuits using op-amps
• Measurement of circuit variables using virtual tools
• Comparison of measurements with predicted mathematical models
• Understanding of CMOS digital logic
• Design techniques in both time and frequency domains
• Analysis of dynamics in capacitor, inductor, and resistor networks

Prerequisites

• Strong mathematical background in calculus and basic differential equations
• High school physics knowledge in electricity and magnetism
• Completion of Circuits and Electronics 1 and 2 or equivalent background in basic circuit analysis and first-order circuits

Course Content

• Second-order circuits and damping
• Sinusoidal steady-state analysis
• Frequency response and impedance methods
• Filters and quality factor
• Op-amp abstraction and applications
• Negative and positive feedback
• Oscillators, energy, and power
• CMOS digital logic

Who This Course Is For

This course is ideal for electrical engineering and computer science students, electronics enthusiasts, and professionals looking to deepen their understanding of advanced circuit concepts. It's particularly suited for those who have a strong foundation in basic circuit analysis and are ready to tackle more complex applications and designs.

Real-World Applications

The skills acquired in this course have numerous real-world applications. Students will be able to:

• Design and troubleshoot electronic devices like radios and smartphones
• Develop advanced filtering systems for audio and signal processing
• Create efficient power management systems
• Design digital logic circuits for computer systems
• Implement control systems in various industries
• Contribute to the development of cutting-edge electronic technologies

Syllabus

Course Structure

This self-paced course offers a blend of interactive video sequences, textbook readings, homework assignments, online laboratories, and optional tutorials. A final exam will test your comprehensive understanding of the material. While there are no weekly deadlines, all assignments must be completed by the course end date. Join us on this exciting journey into the world of advanced circuits and electronics, and unlock the potential to innovate and create groundbreaking electronic solutions!