Module overview
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- Physical system modelling.
- The principles of Object-Oriented programming, including the concepts of inheritance, abstraction and polymorphism.
- Physical models of components.
- Mathematical techniques for the analysis of aerospace system problems.
- The use of programs for numerical solution of mathematical equations.
Subject Specific Practical Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Produce appropriate models for aerospace problems
- Design, write and debug Object-Oriented programs
- Use simple numerical programs to solve physical problems
Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Effectively integrate reusable OO libraries.
- Analyse, enhance and debug existing OO programs.
- Use appropriate simulation software.
Transferable and Generic Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Address novel design challenges by choosing appropriate analysis and design methods.
- Select an appropriate numerical approach for different simple mathematical problems.
- Model software systems before implementation.
Syllabus
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Follow-up work | 12 |
| Lecture | 24 |
| Preparation for scheduled sessions | 18 |
| Wider reading or practice | |
| Specialist Laboratory | 36 |
| Completion of assessment task | 60 |
| Total study time | 150 |
Resources & Reading list
General Resources
Software requirements. The student version of Orcad/PSpice and LTSpice
Laboratory space and equipment required. IC fabrication facilities
Online documents. Lecture notes and details of assignments and assessment schemes will be provided on line.
Textbooks
Sedra A S & Smith K C (2004). Microelectronic Circuits. OUP.
Lidwell W, Holden K and Butler J (2010). Universal Principles of Design. Rockport Publishers Inc.
Spencer R R & Ghausi M S (2003). Introduction to Electronic Circuit Design. Prentice Hall.
Williams T (2005). The Circuit Designer's Companion. Newnes,.
Assessment
Assessment strategy
This module is assessed entirely by a combination of coursework exercises, presentations and reports, along with demonstrations. There is no referral opportunity for this module. There is no external repeat opportunity for this module.Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Coursework | 100% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Coursework | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal