Engineering 238

Digital Logic Design

Introduction

What you need to know to get through this class.
General Information:
Lecture Room: Berndt Hall 610
Lab Room: Berndt Hall 672
Class Times: T-Th 8:00-9:15

Charles L. Hakes
Office : Berndt 630
Office phone: 247-7242 (However, this is not the best way to contact me.)
Probable office hours: MWF 11:30-1:15, or right after class.
e-mail: hakes_c@fortlewis.edu (This is the best way to contact me)

Web Site: http://faculty.fortlewis.edu/hakes_c

Class Information:

Catalog Description: Introduction to the building blocks of digital computer design.  Application of Boolean algebra to the synthesis of logic circuits form logic elements.  The design and implementation of combinational and sequential circuits.  Understanding of hardware operations in a simple computer.  This course is the same as CSIS 238; credit will only be given for one of these courses.  Includes engineering design applications.  (3-3)  Pre-requisites: ENGR 104 OR CSIS 110.

Course Outcomes with corresponding ABET Criteria/outcomes:
Ability to conduct experiments (criterion b1)
Ability to design experiments (criterion b2)
Ability to analyze data from experiments (criterion b3)
Ability to design a system or process to meet desired needs (criterion c)
Ability to work collaboratively (criterion d)
Ability to formulate and solve eingineering problems (criterion e)
Ability to communicate effectivley in writing (criterion g1)
Ability to continue learning scientific or technical material throughout my life (criterion i)
Ability to use computing technology in technical problems (criterion k)
Ability to think critically (criterion m)

Text: Digital Design: Basic Concepts and Principles Principles,  by Karim and Chen.  I will also be using some information from Digital Logic Design Principles, by Balabanian and Carlson, Digital Logic Design Tutorials and Laboratory Exercises, by Passafiume and Douglas, and Digital Design Principles and Practices, by Wakerly.

Lab Requirement:  You MUST be concurrently signed up for the lab section that meets on Thursday afternoon.  Your overall grade will depend on your lab grade.  If you are passing both classes, your lab grade will count approximately 25%.  However, I will tie the grades together such that it will be hard to pass the class if you are not passing the lab. 

Prerequisites: ENGR 104 or CSIS 110 (computer programming, which has a prerequisite of MATH 121, pre-calculus)

Math Requirement:  I will assume you are very comfortable with college algebra.  You will likely find some of the concepts in boolean algebra to be more challenging than the concepts found in "traditional" college algebra.

Homework Requirement:  This is a problem solving class.  You must know how to solve problems to do the homeworks and pass the tests.  The only way to become proficient is to practice.  So... there will be homework from every chapter we cover in class.  The homework doesn't count as much as the tests, but you will find the tests rather difficult if you have not done the homework.  Homework problems will generally be due in class daily, unless otherwise specified.

Withdrawing from Class - The last day to withdraw from this class with a "W" is Friday on the 11th week of class, as shown on the schedule.

Academic (dis)honesty:  Any incidents of cheating on quizzes or exams will result in being reported to the office of academic affairs, and an F for the course.  (I may soften that penalty only if circumstances warrant it, at my discretion.)  I do encourage you to work together to discuss the homework, but your written answer must be in your own words.  Don't Copy!  Unacceptable collaboration on a homework assignment will result in a score of zero for the entire assignment.  Answer in your own words in order to actually learn something!

Accessibility: Students with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations to fully participate in course activities or meet course requirements must register with  Disability Services, 280 Noble Hall, 247-7459.  If you qualify for services, bring your letter of accommodations to me during office hours as soon as possible.

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