Sistemas Digitais e Microcontroladores

Electrotechnics and Measurement I

The teaching and learning methodologies for the Digital Systems and Microcontrollers course are student-centered, with both practical and
theoretical approaches. The main methodologies include:
Expository Theoretical Classes: Presentation of fundamental concepts on digital systems, microcontrollers, and logic circuits.
Practical Laboratories: Hands-on activities where students assemble, test, and analyze digital circuits and program microcontrollers.
Project-Based Learning (PBL): Development of projects that integrate theoretical knowledge with practice, encouraging problem-solving.
Simulations and Design Software: Use of simulation tools and software to test digital circuits and program microcontrollers.
Continuous Feedback: Ongoing assessment of students’ progress, providing guidance and corrections during practical activities.
This approach ensures that students develop technical and practical skills, aligned with the student-centered pedagogical model, which
focuses on active learning, problem-solving, and the development of competencies essential for the job market.

Learning Objectives: Students should understand the fundamental principles of digital systems, including Boolean algebra, logic gates, and
the implementation of combinational and sequential circuits. They should also gain knowledge about microcontrollers, including their
programming and use in digital systems. The ability to integrate logic circuits with microcontrollers to develop practical solutions will be
essential.
Compatibility with the Teaching Method:
Knowledge: Theoretical lessons to present the fundamental concepts of digital systems and microcontrollers, focusing on logic theory and
programming.
Skills: Practical laboratory sessions to develop skills in designing and implementing digital circuits and programming microcontrollers.
Competencies: Practical projects that integrate theory and practice, encouraging problem-solving, teamwork, and technical communication

Introduction to Digital and Analog Systems
Introduction to Microcontrollers
Digital Numbering Systems
Boolean Algebra and Logic Gates
Simplification and Synthesis of Boolean Functions
Combinational Logic Circuits
Flip-Flops
Counters and Shift Registers
Sequential State Machines
Discrete Logic vs. Programmable Logic
Analog-to-Digital and Digital-to-Analog Conversion (ADC/D

Assessment is continuous, takes place throughout the semester, and is composed of two components:

1. Laboratory Component (L)

Assessment of the laboratory component is based on group laboratory work, quizzes, individual and group performance, and attendance, with mandatory attendance of at least 75% of the classes.
This component carries a weight of 40% of the final grade, and passing this component is mandatory.

2. Theoretical Component (T)

Theoretical assessment is based on two in-class tests and online quizzes. This component carries a weight of 60% of the final grade.

Conditions for Passing by Continuous Assessment

To obtain course credit, students must achieve a passing grade in both components. Failure to meet the minimum regulatory requirements in any component results in a fail; in such cases, the final grade cannot exceed 9 points.

Conditions for Access to the Final Exam

Access to the final exam requires approval in the Laboratory Component, either in the current academic year or the previous one.

Exceptional Conditions and Working Students

These are governed by the specific regulations of ISEC.

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