2002 Swinburne TAFE Handbook - Swinburne University of ...

186 I Subject Details
Aims & Objectives
To enable students to explain the operation of small signal amplifier circuits and
systems commonly encountered in Audio and Communication Systems, with the
intention of selecting the most appropriate circuit for an application.
EA121
80 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: NEIl
Aims & Objectives
Microprocessor Systems
To introduce microcomputer interfacing principles and techniques using video/graphics,
keyboard, DMA. interrupt priority control, bus structures, memory, communications
and storage device control.
EA126
40 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
Introduction to Programming
To provide a comprehensive introduction to problem solving, algorithm development
using top-down design and good programming techniques concurrently with the syntax
and semantics of an appropriate structured programming language such as Pascal. It is
intended to provide a sound basis forfurther programming studies.
EA129
Network Cables and Connectors
20 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Entry level Digital, hand tools and Computer
Fundamentals subjects.
Aims & Objectives
To equip the student with the necessary skills to identify, terminate and install common
network cables and connectors to prescribed cable rules.
EA160
Advanced PLC
40 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Topics include:
Elements of a PLC system.
Ladder diagrams.
Advanced instruction set.
PLC software programs.
EA181
40 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: NE183
Aims & Objectives
Communications Fundamentals
To enable students to gain an overview of basic fundamentals of communication
systems which include baseband signals, modulation, multiplexing, receivers,
transmitters, digital coding and noise.
EA183 MicroProcessor Fundamentals 1
40 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: NE180
Aims & Objectives
To enable students to describe the basic concepts of a microprocessor (or
microcontroller) system and provide the skills needed to write, run and debug simple
assembly language programs using an editor, an assembler and a target system.
EA184 MicroProcessor Fundamentals 2
40 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: EA 183
Aims & Objectives
To enable students to design and analyse the operation ofa basic microprocess or
microcontroller system and to further the skills needed to write and debug software
which uses a parallel I/O port.
EA186
Computer Electronic Drafting
20 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Electrical Principles 1, NE184
Aims & Objectives
To enable students to gain in computer-aided drafting (CAD) skills in the areas of printed
circuit board (PCB) layout and electronic circuit schematics.
EA187
40 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: EA 183
Aims & Objectives
Introduction to 'C' Programming
To enable students to gain introductory program design, 'c' programming and program
testing skills used to control devices interfaced to a PC.
EA194
PC Systems Support
80 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Entry level Digital, Microprocessors and Computer
Fundamentals subjects, co-subject: single user operating system.
Aims & Objectives
To equip the student with the necessary skillsto install common hardware and
software, and provide PC system level support. Emphasis is placed on the interaction of
hardware and software and the strategic issues of supporting the computer in terms of
maintenance and performance enhancement/upgrading. The applications of diagnostic
utilities for systems and peripherals are also included.
EA196
40 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
Single-User Operating Systems
To introduce Associate Diploma students to the principles and concepts of operating
systems. To examine the structure and commands of a single-user operating system
such as MSDOS in detail, and provide a foundation upon which further studies in
operating systems will be based.
EA501
20 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Production Planning and Control
(Main Functions)
Introduces the objectives of manufacturing production planning and control: terminology,
three letter acronyms, three key elements; QCD, quality, cost, delivery, control
feedback loop, organisational structure and functions, size and structure; decision
making process, lean manufacturing and structural change.
EA502
40 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: EAlOl
Content
Jig and Tool Drafting
Includes standard drawing, freehand sketches, isometric projection, detail drawings,
dimension limits and fits, surface texture, assembly drawings from component details.
EA701
40 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: EA061
Content
Engineering Drawing (Detail)
Includes standard drawing, freehand sketches, isometric projection, detail drawings,
dimension limits and fits, surface texture, assembly drawings from component details.
EA706 Fluid Mechanics 1
40 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Basic properties offluids.
Chemical properties.
Forming of liquid pipes.
Swinburne University of Technology I TAFE Handbook 2002