ECTPRA2/102/0/2019

Tutorial Letter 102/0/2019

Electronics 2 Practical
ECTPRA2

Year module

Electrical and Mining Engineering

This tutorial letter contains important information

about your module.

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1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................ 3
2 PURPOSE AND OUTCOMES ........................................................................................................ 3
2.1 Purpose .......................................................................................................................................... 3
2.2 Outcomes ....................................................................................................................................... 3
3 LECTURER(S) AND CONTACT DETAILS .................................................................................... 4
3.1 Lecturer(s) ...................................................................................................................................... 4
3.2 Department ..................................................................................................................................... 4
3.3 University ........................................................................................................................................ 4
4 RESOURCES ................................................................................................................................. 4
4.1 Prescribed book(s) .......................................................................................................................... 4
4.2 Recommended book(s) .................................................................................................................. 4
4.3 Electronic reserves (e-reserves) ..................................................................................................... 4
4.4 Library services and resources ....................................................................................................... 4
5 STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES ................................................................................................. 5
6 STUDY PLAN ................................................................................................................................. 5
7 PRACTICAL WORK ....................................................................................................................... 5
8 ASSESSMENT ............................................................................................................................... 5
8.1 Assessment criteria ........................................................................................................................ 5
8.2 Assessment plan ............................................................................................................................ 5
8.3 Assignment numbers ...................................................................................................................... 6
8.3.1 General assignment numbers ......................................................................................................... 6
8.3.2 Unique assignment numbers .......................................................................................................... 6
8.4 Assignment due dates .................................................................................................................... 6
8.5 Submission of assignments ............................................................................................................ 6
8.6 The assignments ............................................................................................................................ 8
8.7 Other assessment methods .......................................................................................................... 16
8.8 The examination ........................................................................................................................... 16
9 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS .......................................................................................... 16
10 SOURCES CONSULTED ............................................................................................................. 16
11 IN CLOSING ................................................................................................................................. 16
12 ADDENDUM ................................................................................................................................. 16

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Dear Student

1 INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the subject Electronics II (Practical) (ECTPRA2) at UNISA. This tutorial letter
serves as a guideline to this subject. It provides you with general administrative information as
well as specific information about the subject. Read it carefully and keep it safe for future
reference. We trust that you will enjoy this course.

2 PURPOSE AND OUTCOMES

2.1 Purpose
The main objective of this module is to equip the student with the basic knowledge of
Transistors their basic structure and how to design Amplifiers using transistors. The emphasis is
on understanding rather than the memorizing of concepts with the goal of stimulating creative
thinking and enhancing innovative skills amongst students in the field of Electronics
Engineering. A problem-driven approach to learning is followed.

The objectives of this module are achieved through self study and discussion classes. On-line
support is also provided. Students are advised to embark on a well-structured and systematic
study program, in which the module material is studied in a probing, scientific and innovative
manner, rather than by simple and passive memorizing.
2.2 Outcomes
Critical learning outcomes
The following ECSA exit-level outcomes are addressed in this module, i.e. at the conclusion of
this module the student will be capable of:

ECSA 2.1: Engineering problem solving

At the end of this module the student will be able to do D.C and A.C analysis of transistor
circuits.

ECSA 2.2: Application of scientific and engineering knowledge

The student will be able to use A.C and D.C analysis of transistors to design simple transistor
amplifier circuits.

ECSA 2.4: Investigations, experiments and data analysis

The student will be able to simulate amplifier circuits by using multisim and critically analyse,
interpret and present the results of such simulations. The student will also be able to prepare a
simplified technical report on the findings of such simulations.

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3 LECTURER(S) AND CONTACT DETAILS
3.1 Lecturer(s)
You can contact Mr P Umenne for any theoretical questions at the following number:
Mr P Umenne
umennpo@unisa.ac.za
Telephone number: 011-4713482
Contact Times: Monday to Thursday 10h00 – 15h00
3.2 Department
Department of Electrical and Mining Engineering: electrical&mining@unisa.ac.za
3.3 University

If you need to contact the University about matters not related to the content of this module,
please consult the publication My studies @ Unisa that you received with your study material.
This brochure contains information on how to contact the University (e.g. to whom you can write
for different queries, important telephone and fax numbers, addresses and details of the times
certain facilities are open).Always have your student number at hand when you contact the
University.
4 RESOURCES
4.1 Prescribed book(s)
The same prescribed book as in Electronics II (Theory).
4.2 Recommended book(s)
There are no recommended books for this module.
[Please enter authors and book titles only. No book numbers please, as this system is no
longer used by the Library.]
Recommended books can be requested online, via the Library catalogue.
4.3 Electronic reserves (e-reserves)
There are no electronic reserves for this module.
E-reserves can be downloaded from the Library catalogue. More information is available at:
http://libguides.unisa.ac.za/request/request

4.4 Library services and resources

For brief information, go to www.unisa.ac.za/brochures/studies
The Unisa Library offers a range of information services and resources:

• for detailed Library information go to

http://www.unisa.ac.za/sites/corporate/default/Library
• for research support and services (e.g. personal librarians and literature
search services) go to
http://www.unisa.ac.za/sites/corporate/default/Library/Library-
services/Research-support
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The Library has created numerous Library guides:

http://libguides.unisa.ac.za

Recommended guides:

• Request and download recommended material:

http://libguides.unisa.ac.za/request/request
• Postgraduate information services:
http://libguides.unisa.ac.za/request/postgrad
• Finding and using library resources and tools:
http://libguides.unisa.ac.za/Research_skills
• Frequently asked questions about the Library:
http://libguides.unisa.ac.za/ask
• Services to students living with disabilities:
http://libguides.unisa.ac.za/disability

5 STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

The Study @ Unisa brochure is available on myUnisa: www.unisa.ac.za/brochures/studies
This brochure has all the tips and information you need to succeed at distance learning and,
specifically, at Unisa.

6 STUDY PLAN
Use your my Studies @ Unisa brochure for general time management and planning skills.

7 PRACTICAL WORK
This module covers the practical part.

8 ASSESSMENT
8.1 Assessment criteria
Your final mark will be calculated by using a ratio of 10% year mark and 90% Portfolio mark.
8.2 Assessment plan
The assignments are as follows:
• Assignment 1: Registration Form for ELECTRONICS II (Annexure A)
• Assignment 2: Send in your portfolio.

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Submission of both assignments is compulsory.

The final mark is based on all the assignment marks obtained and their contribution
towards the final mark are as shown in the table below:

ASSIGNMENT NUMBER CONTRIBUTION TOWARDS FINAL SUBJECT

MARK
1 (Compulsory) 10 %
2 (Compulsory) 90%
TOTALS = 100 %

Submission of Assignment 1 “allows” you to complete a practical assignment, which is the

examination for this subject.

Ensure that you understand this principle. Failure to submit Assignment 1 by the due date, will
result in you being barred from handing in a practical assignment and you will have to reregister
for this subject. If in doubt, contact your lecturer before the submission date!!!!
8.3 Assignment numbers
8.3.1 General assignment numbers
Assignments are numbered consecutively per module, starting from 01.
8.3.2 Unique assignment numbers

Assignment 1:
(Compulsory)
Portfolio:
(Compulsory)
8.4 Assignment due dates
THE CUT-OFF SUBMISSION DATES FOR THE ASSIGNMENTS ARE :

Assignment 1 (Annexure A- 29 March 2019

Registration form) (Compulsory)

Assignment 2 – Results of experiments 28 September 2019

Portfolio(Compulsory)
If you submit an assignment online, please submit in PDF-format
8.5 Submission of assignments
A practical assignment must be submitted or a practical workshop must be attended. The
dates on which the workshops will be held will be included in tutorial letter 301. The
practical experiments, which much be completed if you do not attend a workshop, is
included in the practical guide. A mentor must be chosen and the mentor form must
accompany the assignment when it is sent in. (See ANNEXURE B)
If you have submitted your registration form without a date being selected, please
contact Ms L Visser URGENTLY via e-mail lvisser@unisa.ac.za or 011 471 2854
with a date, if a date is not provided you will NOT be scheduled for a workshop.

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NO EXCEPTIONS OR CHANGES WILL BE MADE

WITHOUT A VALID PROOF AS TO WHY YOU COULD
NOT ATTEND THE WORKSHOP, AS EXAMINATION
RULES APPLY!!

Please make sure to write your student number in the space provided on the form.
For detailed information and requirements as far as assignments are concerned, see the
brochure my Studies @ Unisa that you received with your study material.

Your e-mail address should also be provided in clear and neat handwriting, as
communication might be sent to from time to time.

Tutorial letter 301, with the workshop dates, will be uploaded onto myUnisa:
• Go to myUnisa.
• Log in with your student number and password.
• Select the module.
• Click on official study material
• Go to Tutorial letter 301.

For detailed information and requirements as far as assignments are concerned, see the
brochure my Studies @ Unisa that you received with your study material.

To submit an assignment via myUnisa:

• Go to myUnisa.
• Log in with your student number and password.
• Select the module.
• Click on assignments in the menu on the left-hand side of the screen.
• Click on the assignment number you wish to submit.
• Follow the instructions.

To complete a module both the theory and practical must be passed. You have the following
options available to do the practicals:

• You can attend the practicals arranged by UNISA. These are only available at certain
venues and you have to book a spot by submitting assignment 1 as stipulated in the
tutorial letter, or
• You can complete the practicals at your workplace or another suitable training facility on
your own, with a suitable mentor (preferably ECSA registered). You need to submit a
portfolio for assessment with the Mentor’s Form.

Assignment 1 must be submitted by all students, whether you want to attend a workshop or not.

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8.6 The assignments

ASSIGNMENT 2 (PORTFOLIO)
EXPERIMENT 1
BIPOLAR JUNCTION TRANSISTOR

RC
250Ω

VCC
-5 V
Q1
RB

5kΩ
2N3906* BDC = 250

VBB
-3 V

Figure 1

1.1 Using the Multisim simulation software of whatever version you have (possibly latest
version) connect the circuit in figure 1 above. Make sure you edit the model of the
transistor that is the “BF” parameter field to be . (5)
1.2 Connect an ammeter in series with the resistor to measure the collector current and
a voltmeter in parallel with the transistor to measure . Run the simulation in
MultiSim. Show the image of the circuit connected in Multisim with the ammeter and the
voltmeter displayed. State the measured values of and . (4)
1.3 Calculate the value of
1.3.1 (3)
1.3.2 (2)

1.3.3 (2)

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1.4 With the information you have so far complete table 1 below; (4)

Table 1

Parameters Measured Value Calculated Value

1.5 Compare the calculated to the calculated and determine whether or not the
transistor is saturated. (2)

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 EXPERIMENT 2
TRANSISTOR BIAS CIRCUITS

VCC
-13V

R1 RC
46kΩ 3.8kΩ

Q1

BDC = 70

R2 RE
6.4kΩ 760Ω

Figure 2

2.1 Using the Multisim simulation software of whatever version you have (possibly latest
version) connect the circuit in figure 2 above. Make sure you edit the model of the
transistor that is the “BF” parameter field to be . (5)

2.2 Connect an ammeter in series with the resistor to measure the collector current and
a voltmeter in parallel with the transistor to measure in figure 2. Run the simulation
in MultiSim. Show the image of the circuit connected in Multisim with the ammeter and
the voltmeter displayed. State the measured values of and . (4)
2.3 Calculate the value of
2.3.1 (3)
2.3.2 (2)

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2.4 With this information complete table 2 below; (4)

Table 2

Parameters Measured Value Calculated Value

2.5 Compare the calculated values of and to the measured values. What deduction
can you make? (2)

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 EXPERIMENT 3

BJT AMPLIFIERS

VCC
16V

RC
R1 580Ω
26kΩ
C3 Vout
Q1 10µF
Rs C1

120Ω 10µF
BD135* BDC = Bac = 180
R2
Vin 7.2kΩ RL
1.3kΩ
20mVrms
10kHz RE
0° C2
400Ω
100µF

Figure 3

3.1 Using the Multisim simulation software of whatever version you have (possibly the latest
version) connect the circuit in figure 3 above. Make sure you edit the model of the
transistor that is the “BF” parameter field to be and ensure that the frequency
of the input source voltage is set to 10 kHz. (7)

3.2 Connect an ammeter in series with the resistor to measure the collector current a
voltmeter in parallel with the transistor to measure and a voltmeter in parallel with
the resistor on the output to measure the A.C r.m.s output voltage in figure
3. Run the simulation in MultiSim. Show the image of the circuit connected in Multisim
with the ammeter and the voltmeters displayed. State the measured values of
. (6)
3.3 Calculate the value of
3.3.1 (3)
3.3.2 (2)
3.3.3

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3.4 With this information complete table 3 below; (6)

NOTE : To get the measured you need use the formula

Table 2

Parameters Measured Value Calculated Value

3.5 Compare the calculated values of to the measured values. What

deduction can you make? (3)

[34]

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 EXPERIMENT 4

FIELD EFFECT TRANSISTORS (FETs)

VDD
13V

R1 RD
8.3MΩ 2.2kΩ

Q1

2N3821

R2
2.4MΩ RS
2.9kΩ

Figure 4

4.1 Using the Multisim simulation software of whatever version you have (possibly the latest
version) connect the circuit in figure 4 above. Use an n-channel JFET model number
2N3821 for the circuit. Do not edit the model parameters of the JFET, use it as it is. (5)

4.2 Connect an ammeter in series with to measure the drain current , a voltmeter in
parallel to the n-channel JFET to measure drain-source voltage , a voltmeter to
measure drain voltage , a voltmeter to measure the gate voltage and finally a
voltmeter to measure the source voltage . Run the simulation in MultiSim. Show the
image of the circuit connected in Multisim with the ammeter and the voltmeters displayed.
With the measured information, complete table 4 below. (10)

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Table 4

Parameters Measured Values

4.3 Use the measured values from table 4 above to determine the measured gate source
voltage for the n-channel JFET. (3)

4.4 Modify the circuit slightly by changing the value of from 8.3 MΩ resistor to 10 MΩ
resistor in Multisim. Subsequently re-Run the simulation again and complete table 5
below. (5)

Table 5

Parameters Measured Values

4.5 Determine the new measured gate source voltage for the n-channel JFET from the
completed table 5. (1)
[24]
Total Marks [100]

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8.7 Other assessment methods
None
8.8 The examination
Use your my Studies @ Unisa brochure for general examination guidelines and examination
preparation guidelines.

9 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The my Studies @ Unisa brochure contains an A-Z guide of the most relevant study
information.

10 SOURCES CONSULTED
None

11 IN CLOSING
Please ensure that you have all the tutorial letters and prescribed book available before starting
with your studies.

12 ADDENDUM
None

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