Principles of Boolean algebra, logic gates, flip-flops, and combinational circuit design.
About this course
This course introduces the fundamentals of digital systems. You will learn how to use Boolean algebra to simplify logic expressions and design circuits that process binary data. The focus is on practical application, moving from theory to physical prototypes in the lab.
You will study the behaviour of logic gates, combinational circuits, and sequential elements such as flip-flops and counters. By the end of the term, you should be able to take a logic problem and build a working digital circuit to solve it.
Who takes this course
ELEC 1250 is an elective for students in the Electrical & Electronics Engineering Technology program. It is also open to students in the Electrical Engineering Technology and Electrical Engineering Technology (Part-time) programs.
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
- Apply Boolean algebra to simplify logic expressions.
- Design and analyse combinational logic circuits using standard gates.
- Implement sequential circuits using flip-flops and counters.
- Translate truth tables into functional circuit diagrams.
- Test digital prototypes on laboratory breadboards.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Midterm exam | 30 |
| Final exam | 40 |
| Lab reports and practicals | 30 |