Basic Electronics & Applications - Part of Modular Certificate in Electrical & Electronic Engineering Fundamentals (DEEC1)

Training Provider: Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Course Reference: TGS-2023020796
S$1,866

About This Course

On completion of this module, learners should be able to:

1. Describe the types of material used in semiconductor devices such as diodes and transistors.
2. Explain the temperature effect on these devices.
3. Evaluate the electrical parameters in a diode circuit and practical considerations in choosing a diode.
4. Explain the operations of a zener reference circuit and design a simple voltage regulator using zener diode.
5. Explain and analyze the operations of half-wave and full-wave rectifiers.
6. Describe the structure of a bipolar junction transistor and its basic operating characteristics.
7. Explain the basic operations of a Bipolar Junction Transistor and practical considerations in its applications.
8. Discuss the practical considerations when a transistor is used as an electronic switch.
9. Discuss the practical considerations when a transistor is used as a voltage amplifier.

Learners could apply skills taught in this module in electronic and basic power electronic applications.

What You'll Learn

Basic Electronics & Applications - Part of Modular Certificate in Electrical & Electronic Engineering Fundamentals (DEEC1) is a 60 hrs module. This module aims to introduce students the basics of electronic devices and some common applications. It includes an introduction to semiconductor characteristics as well as the construction, operating principles and common applications of diodes and transistors.

Entry Requirements

Min. 3 relevant GCE ‘O’ levels and with at least 1 year of relevant working experience:
• English Language (Grade 1-7)
• Mathematics (Grade 1-6)
• One other subject (Grade 1-6)
OR NITEC with GPA >= 3.5
OR NITEC with GPA >= 3.0 and with at least 1 year of relevant work experience
OR Higher NITEC with GPA >= 2.0
OR Higher NITEC with GPA >= 1.5 and with at least 1 year of relevant work experience
OR NITEC in Technology or Services with GPA >= 3.5 and with at least 1 year of relevant working experience
OR Higher NITEC in Technology or Services with GPA >=2.0 and with at least 1 year of relevant working experience
OR relevant Advanced WSQ Certificate (or higher) and Level 6 WSQ Workplace Literacy SOA and Workplace Numeracy SOA and with at least 1 year of relevant working experience
OR applicants with at least 2 years of relevant working experience may apply for the course
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Course Details

Duration 60 hours
Language English
Training Commitment Part Time
Total Enrolled New course
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