Analogue Electronics unit (ENG224)

Hobart

Introduction

This unit builds on the foundational principles introduced in Year 1, focusing on the design and analysis of analogue and mixed-signal electronic circuits. Students will analyse circuits containing semiconductor components and how they can be used for signal conditioning, power management, and circuit performance in real-world applications, applying DC and AC analysis techniques to components such as diodes, transistors, amplifiers, and operational amplifiers. Emphasis is placed on designing efficient and reliable electronic systems while considering energy efficiency and environmental compliance.

Through a combination of theoretical analysis, laboratory experiments, and problem-solving assignments, students will develop the skills to evaluate circuit performance, mitigate non-ideal characteristics of operational amplifiers, and design circuits that meet safety and regulatory standards.

This unit provides the essential circuit-level knowledge required for Embedded System Fundamentals, where microcontrollers interface with analogue components, and supports Power Electronics.

Summary

Unit name	Analogue Electronics
Unit code	ENG224
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering School of Engineering
Discipline	Engineering
Coordinator	Doctor Brian Salmon
Available as an elective?	No
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Intermediate

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	Semester 1

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 1	22/2/2026	16/3/2026	19/4/2026	13/6/2026

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Learning Outcomes

• Analyse linear analogue circuits containing transistors to model AC responses, operational points, bandwidth analysis and signal ampli¿cation.
• Analyse electronic systems to evaluate their energy efficiency and climate impact.
• Design mixed-signal electronics hardware ensuring efficiency and compliance with environmental standards.
• Quantify circuit performance while considering the non-ideal characteristics of operational amplifiers

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution 1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3	Domestic Full Fee 4
031303	$1,192.00	$1,192.00	not applicable	$3,401.00

• Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
• HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility³
• FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility⁴

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Requisites

Prerequisites

ENG108 Electrical Engineering Foundations

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	1 x 2 hour lecture per week 1 x 2 hour Tutorial per week 3 x 3 hour labs per semester
Assessment	Mid-Term Test (20%)|Exam (40%)|Laboratory (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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