What This Document Is
This document provides essential information for students enrolled in ELENG 140: Analog Integrated Circuits at the University of California, Berkeley. It serves as a comprehensive course overview, outlining key logistical details and a foundational understanding of the subject matter. It’s designed to set expectations for the semester and provide a clear roadmap for success in this advanced electrical engineering course.
Why This Document Matters
This resource is crucial for any student registered, or considering registering, for ELENG 140. It’s particularly valuable at the beginning of the semester to understand course expectations, available support, and the overall scope of study. Students can refer back to this document throughout the term to quickly locate important information regarding schedules, resources, and instructor contact details. It’s a central point of reference for navigating the course successfully.
Topics Covered
* Course logistics: including lecture times, discussion sections, and laboratory schedules.
* Instructor and Teaching Assistant contact information and availability.
* Overview of analog integrated circuits and their growing importance in modern technology.
* The role of the operational amplifier as a fundamental building block in various electronic systems.
* Foundational transistor models: Bipolar Junction Transistors (BJTs) and Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor (MOS) transistors.
* Multi-transistor amplifier design and analysis techniques.
* The impact of fabrication techniques and technology on integrated circuit performance.
What This Document Provides
* Detailed contact information for the professor and teaching assistants, including office hours.
* A clear description of the course’s objectives and its place within the broader field of electrical engineering.
* An outline of the core concepts that will be explored throughout the semester.
* Information regarding the structure of the course, including lecture, discussion, and laboratory components.
* A foundational understanding of the significance of analog integrated circuits in contemporary applications.
