1.2. Course Overview

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is an example of an analog circuit?

   Hint

   Think of devices that deal with sound.

2. 2.

   Name one building block of an analog circuit.

   Hint

   It's often used to limit current.

3. 3.

   What does the term 'analog electronics' refer to?

   • Processing digital signals
   • Dealing with continuous signals
   • Using only digital components

   Hint

   Think about how audio equipment functions.

4. 4.

   True or False: The demand for analog circuits will likely diminish in the coming years.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider applications that rely on sound and light.

5. 5.

   Design a simple analog circuit with given specifications and explain how to interface it with a digital system.

   Hint

   Consider signal conversion techniques in your design.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the challenges posed by interfacing analog and digital components in a mixed-signal system.

   Hint

   Think about the trade-offs between cost and performance in mixed systems.