Much of the developments seen today in modern technology are down to the techniques you will study in this unit – computers, internet technology (switches hubs and routers), CD and DVD technology, mini disks, MP3 players, electronic musical instruments, MIDI, MP3 players, mobile phones, satellite communications, CAD/CAM systems – the list goes on.
This Unit was developed for the HNC and HND Electronics Group Awards, but may also be taken as a stand alone HN Unit. Its purpose is to provide you with the necessary knowledge to understand the organisation of sequential logic devices and circuits, and to develop skills to design, simulate, build and test sequential logic circuits.
Credit points and level: 1 HN credit at SCQF level 7: (8 SCQF credit points at SCQF level 7).
You will learn how Sequential Logic Circuits are organised, how they are different from combinational logic circuits and also how they are constructed using a mixture of gates and bistables. When you studied combinational logic you learned about the basic building block of a combinational logic circuit – the gate; in this unit you will learn about the basic building block of a sequential logic circuit – the bistable. You will investigate the operation of the most common bistables and how they can be connected to form sequential logic circuits, and also learn how to design the two major classes of sequential circuit – the sequence generator and the sequence detector (these circuits are at the heart of all of the technologies mentioned above).
In modern electronic design, computers are used to simulate designs before going to the expense of production. This Unit will teach you how to simulate your designs on computer, and allow you to develop practical skills that will enable you to successfully build and test the designs you have created.
You will be required to undertake both written graphical, computer simulation and practical assessments. The assessment for outcomes 1, 2 and the shift register block diagrams part of outcome 3 are combined into one assessment paper. This paper should be taken by candidates at one single assessment event, lasting one hour. The assessment paper should be composed of a suitable balance of short answer, restricted response and written graphical exercises as specified for each outcome. Assessment should be conducted under controlled, supervised conditions.
The design part of outcome 3 should be carried out under closed book conditions followed by the simulation, build and test assessment for outcome 4, carried out as an assignment. The design, simulate, build and test should be done within 3 hours. It should be noted that candidates must achieve all the minimum evidence specified for each outcome in order to pass the unit.
Everything you need to know before applying for this course.
Candidates should possess a basic knowledge and understanding of combinational logic. This may be evidenced by the possession of the HN Unit Combinational Logic or NQ Units E9S3 11 Combinational Logic; E9SG 12 Sequential Logic; E9SB 12 Logic Families and Digital System Analysis (or an appropriate equivalent).
Pre-entry guidance is required before booking a place on this course. Please contact our Distance Learning Co-ordinators for more information.
This course involves an additional SQA fee. Further information is available here.
Your course may be free if you are not a full time student with NESCol and you are : in receipt of benefits; or care-experienced; or your household taxable income falls below defined levels.
“NESCol has a strong ethic for providing quality education which worked well with my apprenticeships.”
“I enjoyed my days in College. The staff were helpful and friendly and it was good to see my classmates each week.”
“The first year went by fast as the class gelled together quickly and became a community that helped each other out, while having a laugh at the same time.”
“In my opinion, NESCol has one of the best reputations in the UK for providing engineering courses with second-to-none instructors.”
“I’m driven by feeling like I’m contributing to something important, and renewable energy is a growing and exciting sector to be involved in.”
“It’s a great industry to work in – there’s loads of pathways and opportunities. Engineering is about problem solving and teamwork and seeing how things work.”
“My time at NESCol, and the success I achieved, wouldn’t have been possible without the dedication and support of the teaching staff. I will always be grateful for the opportunity to fulfil my aspirations of further education, combined with the unique experience and the incredible peers I met along the way.”
“I am more of a hands on sort of guy so the apprenticeship route worked for me.”
“The best thing for your career is to have the qualifications to reflect the knowledge you have.”
“From juggling working full time, being at College and still having quality time with my daughter, it was challenging at times. Despite how hectic it was it made the experience even more worthwhile for me and the whole process was highly rewarding. “
This course requires some attendance at College, often for assessment purposes only. Please enquire about expectations for your specific course when booking.
Attendance is usually at the Aberdeen City Campus or Fraserburgh Campus.
When submitting your distance learning application form, please ensure you attach the additional information sheet listing qualifications and previous knowledge with your application. You may be required to attend College for assessment. Please check if this is a requirement for your course.
Distance Learning courses have flexible start dates and applications will be considered at all points of the year.
For non-Scottish residents – the College will confirm fees payable for your chosen course on booking and these may differ from the advertised fee.
If you take up a place on a College course, at the start of the course you will be asked to complete an enrolment form. In completing the form and/or taking up a place on a College course, you will enter into a contract with the College and be bound by the North East Scotland College Standard Terms and Conditions of Study. Copies of the Terms and Conditions are available for inspection on notice boards and at various locations throughout the College, at the College Reception, on the College website: nescol.ac.uk, or can be obtained on request from the Student Funding and Admissions Manager, North East Scotland College, Aberdeen City Campus, Gallowgate, Aberdeen AB25 1BN. Please note that courses are offered subject to (a) there being sufficient numbers of enrolments and (b) the availability of resources. The College reserves its right (i) not to run courses where the number of students is considered insufficient or where resources are unavailable and (ii) in certain circumstances, to refuse admission to an individual applicant.
Here are some courses you may also be interested in.
