1. CIRCUIT THEORY SKEE1023 2011/2012, Sem I Dr. Nik Rumzi Nik Idris

2. Course homepage:
OBJECTIVES:
Introduces students to the basic laws, theorems and methods of DC and AC circuit analysis. These include Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff Current and Voltage Laws, Thevenin and Norton theorems, circuit reduction techniques, voltage and current division rules.
Develops skills and confidence to solve and analyse various linear DC and AC electric circuits.

3. Overview of SKEE program
EE courses
Intro EE 1012
Circuit Theory 1023 I II
Digital Electronics1223
Circuit and System 1043
Electronics Devices 1063 I
Engr Math SSCE 1993
Electronics Circuits 2253
Electronics. Instr. & Meas 2133
Signals & Systems 2073 II
Digital Systems 2263
Basic Power & Mach 2413
EMT
2523
Lab 2742 I
Sys. Model & Analysis 3133
MicroP 3223
Comm Principles 3533
Lab 3732
Power Sys Eng 4423 II
Cont. Sys. Design 3143
Power Sys Analysis 4443
Power E & Drives 4433
Lab 3742
Practical Training 4926
Field Elective 1
III I
Field Elective 2
Lab 4722
Profess Eng Practice 4012
Final Yr Prj Prt
Field Elective 3
Field Elective 4 II
Field Elective 5
Field Elective 6
Final Yr Prj Prt

4. CO1 State the basic laws, theorems and methods of analysis.
This is what you will gain when at the end of semester
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1 State the basic laws, theorems and methods of analysis.
CO2 Describe the procedure that should be taken in solving electric circuit using theorems and methods of analysis.
CO3 Apply the basic laws, theorem and methods of analysis for solving completely with confidence various problems in circuit analysis.
CO4 Work in a team and communicate effectively.

5. √ PROGRAM OUTCOMES CO1 CO2 CO3 CO4
PO1 Ability to acquire and apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering
PO2 Ability to analyze and interpret data
PO3 Ability to identify, formulate and solve electrical engineering problems
PO4 Ability to work with modern instrumentation, software and hardware
PO5 Ability to design a system, component or process to fulfil certain specifications
PO6 Ability to communicate effectively
PO7 Ability to function and be productive in a team
PO8 Ability to recognise the need for, and to engage in life-long learning
PO9 Understand the impact of the work of engineers on society
PO10 Understand ethical and professional responsibility
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6. Textbook:
C.K. Alexander, M.N.O.Sadiku, “ Fundamentals of Electric Circuits”,
Fourth Edition, McGraw-Hill.
References
W. Nilsson, S. A. Riedel, 9th Edition, Prentice Hall.
R.Hambley, “Electrical Engineering, Principles and Applications”,
2nd Edition, Prentice Hall.
R.L.Boylestad,"Introductory Circuit Analysis",
11th Edition, Prentice Hall.
D. Svoboda, “Introduction To Electric Circuits”,
7th Edition, Wiley & Sons.

7. Textbook:
C.K. Alexander, M.N.O.Sadiku, “ Fundamentals of Electric Circuits”,
Fourth Edition, McGraw-Hill.
Evaluation:
Test %
Test %
Homework /Assignment 10%
Presentation 5%
Quiz 5%
E-portfolio 5%
F. Exams %
100%

8. How presentation is evaluated?
Evaluation:
Homework /Assignment 10%
PSPICE–based HW + calculation–based HW
Questions taken from textbook/given during lectures/website
Each student need to submit every HW
Presentation 5%
Each student will be assigned to a group
Each group will present at least once – presenter randomly selected
Presentation will be based on peer-assessment
How presentation is evaluated?

9. Evaluation:
Quiz 5%
Randomly held during lectures (normally towards the end) or tutorials
Questions based on contents of that particular lecture

10. Hints on how to get good grades :
Come to lectures (with some preparation)
Ask questions in class if you don’t understand
Solve as many problems as you can
Come and see me if you have problems
Do your homework on time
Always prepare for quizzes
Sit for your tests and exams
Minimize memorizing, maximize understanding

11. Secondary School/Matriculation to University transitions
Read books  do problems  answers are in the books - memorizing
Read and understand the concepts  apply the concepts to new problems – its not just memorizing
Understand the lectures in real-time – review is in the form of doing exercises and getting the correct answers
Don’t expect to understand the lectures in real-time  review lecture notes within 24 – take notes – understand the previous lectures before attending the new ones – be an active listener
Classes are normally small – Teacher memorized students’ names – teacher taught and you listened
Larger classes – need to pay more attention – get involve in discussion – don’t make your own conclusion, ask the lecturers

12. Secondary School/Matriculation to University transitions
5 days a week – 6 hours a day, a total of 30 hours per week. Homework 1.5 hours per day = 7.5 hours per week. Total commitment required = 37.5 hours per week . Somebody will monitor your time management.
14 credits. This require 14 x 3 = 42 hours per week outside class. Total commitment required = 56 hours per week . Nobody will force you to study; you have to manage your time. You are in control of your own learning.

13. Remember this ….. Learning pyramid
Source: National Training Laboratories Institute for Applied Behavioral Science