Digital Technology Field of study: Computer Science
Programme code: W4-N1IN19.2024

Module name: Digital Technology
Module code: W4-IN-N1-24-2-TC
Programme code: W4-N1IN19.2024
Semester: summer semester 2024/2025
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The education aims to familiarize the student with the basic principles of designing digital circuits and the digital technologies of the modern digital world. Content is provided in the form of a traditional lecture using audiovisual means.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
Can design and implement basic circuits and combinational digital components on a simulator. [U01]
IN_U01 [4/5] IN_U02 [3/5] IN_U03 [4/5] IN_U04 [4/5] IN_W07 [4/5] IN_U07 [5/5]
Has the ability to use the VHDL hardware description language in an appropriate programming environment and is able to program an appropriate physical digital circuit described by VHDL using appropriate interfaces. [U02]
IN_U01 [5/5] IN_U02 [5/5] IN_U03 [5/5] IN_U04 [5/5] IN_W07 [5/5] IN_U08 [4/5] IN_U09 [5/5]
Can formulate opinions on current electronic circuit technology trends and their computer science applications. [U03]
IN_W01 [1/5] IN_U05 [3/5] IN_K01 [1/5] IN_K02 [1/5] IN_W07 [1/5]
Can interpret and use the known methods and simulation programs to solve practical engineering tasks. A student can analyze, synthesize, and evaluate the operation of basic electronic systems. [U04]
IN_K01 [4/5] IN_K04 [4/5] IN_W07 [4/5] IN_W08 [4/5] IN_U09 [4/5]
Can perform simple diagnostics of the digital system and can remove primary damage. He is aware of the importance of these actions. [U05]
IN_K01 [4/5] IN_K02 [4/5] IN_W07 [4/5] IN_W08 [4/5]
Knows mathematics, physics, and electronics to the extent necessary to understand the fundamental processes occurring in electronic systems. Has elementary knowledge of materials used in the electronics industry. [W01]
IN_W01 [4/5] IN_W02 [4/5] IN_W07 [1/5]
Has basic knowledge of methods for designing combinational and sequential (asynchronous and synchronous) digital systems of various integration scales. Knows design principles and techniques for testing and launching digital systems in a virtual environment. [W02]
IN_W01 [4/5] IN_W02 [1/5] IN_K04 [2/5] IN_W07 [3/5] IN_U08 [3/5]
Knows algebraic structures and axioms regarding the notation and representation of Boolean functions in binary decision diagrams and their Davio, Shanon, and Kronecker varieties. [W03]
IN_W01 [4/5] IN_W02 [3/5] IN_W04 [3/5] IN_W05 [3/5] IN_K01 [2/5] IN_U09 [4/5]
Knows machine methods for minimizing large Boolean functions, which are an element of the design and production of integrated circuits. [W04]
IN_W01 [2/5] IN_W02 [3/5] IN_W05 [5/5] IN_U05 [3/5] IN_U06 [3/5] IN_K01 [2/5] IN_K02 [5/5] IN_K04 [5/5] IN_U09 [5/5]
Knows VHDL software used in the computer design of FPGA digital circuits. He knows how to test models of digital circuits in this environment and can transfer the code to physical systems. [W05]
IN_W02 [2/5] IN_W03 [3/5] IN_W04 [3/5] IN_W06 [3/5] IN_W07 [3/5] IN_U07 [5/5]
Currently known technologies are used in analog (partially) and digital solutions. It has detailed information on the principles of using catalog cards of electronic components and the principles of analyzing electronic diagrams. [W06]
IN_K01 [5/5] IN_K02 [5/5] IN_K04 [5/5] IN_W07 [5/5] IN_W08 [5/5] IN_U08 [4/5] IN_U09 [5/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [01] 20 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Description [a03] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
exam U03 W01 W02 W03 W04 W05 W06
laboratory classes [02] 20 Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01] 
Project scheduling [e04] 
Simulation [e07] 
Individual work with a text [f02] 
Conceptual work [f03] 
course work U01 U02 U03 U04 U05 W01 W02 W03 W04 W05 W06
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Consulting the schedule [b03] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
getting acquainted with the class schedule, possibly in the presence of the year tutor, in order to optimize participation in classes, including those supplementary to the core subjects listed in the pursued study programme
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Development of a corrective action plan as well as supplementary/corrective tasks [d02] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reviewing and selecting tasks and activities enabling the elimination of errors indicated by the academic teacher, their verification or correction resulting in completing the task with at least the minimum passing grade
Review of internship documentation [d03] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
an analysis of the portfolio of documentation obtained during internship, including professional internship, and other practical classes and studio sessions, as well as the documentation developed in order to obtain credit for such classes; verification of the description, necessary attachments, opinions and grades before submitting the portfolio for acceptance
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