What This Document Is
This document outlines the requirements and details for the final project in ELENG 40, Introduction to Microelectronic Circuits, at the University of California, Berkeley. It serves as a comprehensive guide for students undertaking a hands-on circuit design and implementation assignment, culminating in potential participation in a final project competition. The document details expectations for both an individually assigned “basic” circuit component and a student-designed “creation” component.
Why This Document Matters
This resource is essential for all students enrolled in ELENG 40 who are preparing to complete their final project. It clarifies grading criteria, team formation guidelines, and logistical details surrounding the project timeline and competition. Students will find this particularly useful during the project planning and execution phases, and when preparing their final lab reports. Access to this document will ensure a clear understanding of expectations and help maximize project success.
Topics Covered
* Project organization and team guidelines
* Component handling and kit verification
* Lab report requirements and submission deadlines
* Final project competition details and judging criteria
* Fundamental circuit analysis techniques
* Application of operational amplifiers in circuit design
* Oscillatory circuit behavior and waveform analysis
* Light sensing circuit principles
What This Document Provides
* A detailed overview of the project’s contribution to the overall course grade.
* Guidelines for forming effective project teams.
* A component checklist to ensure a complete project kit.
* Information regarding the structure and evaluation of the final lab report.
* A schedule outlining key project dates, including the submission deadline and competition date.
* An introduction to the foundational concepts behind a specific circuit example, including power supply design and signal filtering.
* A preliminary exploration of square wave oscillator functionality.
