ECE 171 Digital Circuits

Foundation course in digital design. Topics such as number systems, basic logic gates, TTL device parameters, Boolean algebra, logic circuit simplification techniques, timing analysis, the application of MSI combinational logic devices, programmable logic devices, flip-flops, synchronous state machines and counters. Introduces students to a systematic design methodology. Uses computer based tools such as schematic capture programs, programmable logic development programs, and digital circuit stimulators.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: Mth 112 with a grade of C or better, or passing at the necessary level on the mathematics placement test (see Math Department webpage at pdx.edu/math for information).