What This Document Is
These are supplementary lecture notes for EECS 105, Microelectronic Devices and Circuits, at the University of California, Berkeley. Specifically, these notes cover Lecture 3 from the Spring 2002 course, focusing on the frequency response of fundamental amplifier circuits. They build upon previous lectures concerning amplifier gain and introduce more advanced analysis techniques. This material is designed to reinforce concepts presented in class and provide a detailed reference for independent study.
Why This Document Matters
This resource is invaluable for students enrolled in or studying similar microelectronics courses. It’s particularly helpful when tackling problems related to amplifier design, signal analysis, and circuit behavior at varying frequencies. Students preparing for exams, working on assignments, or seeking a deeper understanding of amplifier characteristics will find these notes a useful companion to the core course materials. It’s best utilized *alongside* textbook readings and lecture attendance to maximize comprehension.
Topics Covered
* Common-Emitter (CE) Voltage Amplifier analysis
* Small-signal modeling techniques for circuit simplification
* Input and output impedance considerations
* Frequency response characteristics of amplifiers
* The concept of unity-gain frequency
* Pole and zero locations in amplifier transfer functions
* The Miller Approximation and its application to capacitance effects
* Analysis of amplifier gain and its relationship to circuit parameters
What This Document Provides
* Detailed circuit diagrams illustrating key amplifier configurations.
* Mathematical formulations used to describe amplifier behavior.
* A structured approach to analyzing amplifier frequency response.
* Explanations of how parasitic capacitances impact circuit performance.
* A comparative look at different amplifier topologies and their characteristics.
* A foundation for understanding more complex circuit analysis techniques.
