Faculty Syllabus

COURSE DESCRIPTION
An entry level course in digital electronics covering number systems, binary mathematics, digital codes, logic gates, Boolean algebra, Karnaugh maps, and combination logic. Emphasis on circuit logic analysis and troubleshooting digital circuits. Lectures and laboratory exercises will be the primary forms of instruction.

Credit Hours: 4
Classroom Contact Hours per week: 3
Laboratory Contact Hours per week: 3

An entry-level course in digital electronics covering number systems, binary mathematics, digital codes, logic gates, Boolean algebra, Karnaugh maps, and combination logic. Emphasis on circuit logic analysis and troubleshooting digital circuits.

COURSE RATIONALE
This course follows the requirements of the Texas Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) for consistency with other Texas institutions of higher education in the specific fields of Computer Engineering Technology.

PREREQUISITES
MATD-0370/NCBM-0270 or higher or instructional program approval

REQUIRED MATERIALS
USB Drive (at least 1 Gigabyte) – Qty 1
Scientific calculator Model: TI-30Xa, Casio fx-260, TI 36X

Required Textbook:

• Digital Systems Principles & Application, Ronald J. Tocci ISBN: 9780134220130 (12th Edition)

Don't purchase textbook, it will be provided though Blackboard.

Read chapters and laboratory exercises before the scheduled week.

Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 2 – Number Systems and Codes
Chapter 3 – Describing Logic Circuits
Chapter 4 – Combinational Logic Circuits
Chapter 5 – Flip Flops and Related Devices
Chapter 6 – Digital Arithmetic
Chapter 7 – Counters and Registers
Chapter 8 – Integrated Circuit Logic Families
Chapter 9 – MSI Logic Circuits
Chapter 11 – Interfacing with the Analog World
Chapter 12 – Memory Devices
Chapter 13 – Programmable Logic Device Architectures

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Demonstrate and apply the functionality of logic gates, simplify digital circuits, Boolean expressions,
combinational and sequential circuits.
Apply a hands-on approach to the concepts taught in the course by completing lab assignments
Develop and apply to program for the simulation of digital circuits using an FPGA board and related
software.

1.Introduction: The use of generative AI (GAI) is permitted in this course under certain conditions and   with instructor approval for the purposes of enhancing learning while maintaining academic integrity.

2.Rationale: GAI is permitted to foster technological fluency and to leverage advanced tools for research, projects and other relevant assignments, as long as it does not substitute for the students’ original work, critical thinking and learning.

3.Definition of GAI: Generative AI encompasses technologies that create content through learned patterns and data without direct human input.

4.Usage Permissions: Permitted: GAI can be used for initial research, idea generation, and learning coding practices. It is not to be used for final submissions unless explicitly cited and discussed. Students should check with their instructors for approval before using AI in their assignments.

5. Resources: The ACC Library provides guidance on the ethical and effective use of GAI . Additional resources may be provided by your instructor.

6.Assessment: Contributions of GAI must be clearly cited and will be assessed on the student’s ability to critically analyze and integrate the AI-generated content.

7.Penalties: Misuse of GAI, including a failure to cite, will be considered a breach of academic integrity, with consequences including a failing grade for the assignment and academic review.

8.Exceptions: Should the technology be required as an accommodation, exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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(Last Update 1/07/2026)

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