NET1010 Digital Technology 1
Introductory · 1 credit · BIT - Business, Admin, Finance and IT
- Description
- Students construct and demonstrate logic systems and their unique functions.
- Prerequisite
- None
- Parameters
- Access to a five-volt power supply, a logic probe and related materials.
Outcomes The student will:
1 describe the binary numbering system and logic gates and construct and verify basic logic gates
1.1 research and describe the binary numbering system
1.2 develop the circuits and tables for the following logic gates:
1.2.1 AND
1.2.2 OR
1.2.3 NOT
1.2.4 XOR
1.2.5 NAND
1.2.6 NOR
1.2.7 XNOR
2 construct a simple logic circuit and explain its functions
2.1 construct digital probes
2.2 test digital probes
2.3 breadboard a digital system, such as a combination lock and a keyboard
2.4 use emulation software; e.g., electronics workbench
3 identify the major integrated circuit (IC) families and describe their unique functions
3.1 distinguish between analog and digital systems
3.2 identify major component sections of a logic system including:
3.2.1 random-access memory (RAM)
3.2.2 read-only memory (ROM)
3.2.3 central processing unit (CPU)
3.2.4 registers
3.2.5 input/output (I/O) ports
3.3 identify the application, pinouts and use of various IC chips from manufacturing codes
3.4 identify characteristics of various IC chips from different manufacturers which do similar functions using ECG, NTE and other replacement guides
3.5 identify the pinouts and function of any IC using the IC master reference texts
3.6 identify the difference between various logic families
3.7 identify and explain differences between various logic systems
3.8 solve a digital problem and build a digital system for a solution; e.g., two or three inputs for a single output
4 demonstrate established laboratory procedures and safe work practices
4.1 identify and follow laboratory safety procedures
4.2 explain how to avoid electrostatic discharges around IC chips
4.3 demonstrate an understanding of grounding, voltage and current rating of various IC families
4.4 use a digital probe
5 demonstrate basic competencies
5.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
5.1.1 communicate
5.1.2 manage information
5.1.3 use numbers
5.1.4 think and solve problems
5.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
5.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
5.2.2 be responsible
5.2.3 be adaptable
5.2.4 learn continuously
5.2.5 work safely
5.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
5.3.1 work with others
5.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
6 make personal connections to the cluster content and processes to inform possible pathway choices
6.1 complete/update a personal inventory; e.g., interests, values, beliefs, resources, prior learning and experiences
6.2 create a connection between a personal inventory and occupational choices
Program of Studies 2009. Source document, © Alberta Education.