Jackson State University

Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer Science

ECE 212 Digital Logic Syllabus

Fall 2020
Credit Hours: 3

Instructor Information

Instructor Name: Dr. Ali Abu El Humos

Office Location: ENG building 267
Wednesday 3 to 6 pm, via Google Hangouts and/or Canvas
Office Hours:
Chatting tools.
Phone: 601-979-3319
Fax: 601-979-2478
Canvas Inbox e-mail tool (Responses to email will be provided
Email:
within 24-48 hours during weekdays.)
Course Description

ECE 212 (3) Digital Logic. Prerequisite: MATH 111 or equivalent, co-requisite ENL 212.
This is an introductory course to digital design. Topics include number systems, binary
logic, Boolean algebra, truth tables, minimization of Boolean functions, K-maps, and
Flip-Flops. Designs include combinational circuits, counters, and sequential circuits.

Course Prerequisites

Student must have taken Math 111, College Algebra.

Course Objectives

Upon the completion of this course, the student should be able to:

1. Carry out basic arithmetic operations in various numbering systems.

2. Describe the symbol, truth table and function of logic gates.
3. Use Boolean Algebra and K-Maps to simplify logic expressions.
4. Analyze and design various combinational logic circuits.
5. Describe the symbol, state table, logic circuit and function of latches and flip
flops.
6. Analyze and design various sequential circuits such as registers and counters

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Required Texts

• Digital Design: With an Introduction to the Verilog HDL, VHDL, and System Verilog,
6th Edition, Pearson 2018.
Other Requirements

• Complete the registration for the Canvas Online Student Orientation, if this is
your first distance learning course at JSU.
• Complete the Verification Syllabus Receipt Form. This is going to be your first
assignment for this class.

Additional resources

System Requirements

To have a successful experience in Jackson State University's online courses, the

following is the minimum computer configuration needed:

Which Internet Browser Should I Use?

The latest versions of Firefox, Chrome, and Safari are all good choices for working in
Canvas. Important note: If you need help downloading one of these browsers, Online
Learning Help Desk staff will be happy to assist you! Contact the Help Desk for
assistance.

• Download Mozilla Firefox

• Download Google Chrome

• Download Safari

It's a good idea to have more than one browser installed on your personal
computer. Many times problems you experience online can be fixed by switching
from one browser to a different browser.

I really like Internet Explorer (or Edge) - Why shouldn't I use it with Canvas?

Although officially Canvas supports Internet Explorer/Edge, it DOES NOT work well
with Canvas! You will experience many problems if you use this browser. These
problems include:

• course content not opening correctly or showing up at all

• problems submitting assignments (it will say a file is submitted, but it actually doesn't
submit)

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 • not being able to submit quizzes and exams

Firefox, Chrome (or Safari for Mac users) are the best bets when using Canvas.

What Internet Browser am I using? Check to see what browser you are using!

Go to http://supportdetails.com/ and check the "Browser" box to see which browser you
are using.

Browser Plug-Ins

Plug-ins are add-ons for your Internet browser that will make your computer work
correctly with Canvas and other programs needed for your online coursework. To
use all the features of Canvas, you need to have all the plug-ins necessary for your
computer.

Below is a list of plug-ins. If you are on your personal computer click the corresponding
link to go to its website to download and install it. If you are on a College, Library, or
Work computer, you can skip this part.

Plug-in What does it do? Where to download?

Adobe Flash The majority of Web videos in Canvas http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/
are in Flash.
Important: When installing
Adobe Flash make sure and
UNCHECK the Optional Offer
for McAfee on the first page!!
Adobe Adobe Reader is required if you wish http://get.adobe.com/reader/
Reader to download and save PDF files.
Important: When installing
Adobe Flash make sure and
UNCHECK the Optional Offer
for McAfee on the first page!!
Java Java is a free program that makes it http://www.java.com/en/
possible for many communication
features to work effectively.

NOTE: With the release of Google

Chrome Release 45, Java is no
longer supported. If you are using
Chrome and need Java, you may
want to consider switching to using
Firefox.

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Microsoft Office 365 FREE for JSU Instructors and Students!

You may need productivity software such to Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, or Excel to
complete assignments. Jackson State University is pleased to provide Microsoft (Word,
Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) to all students enrolled in credit courses at no cost!

To register for your free Microsoft Office licenses, or to find out more information about
this program, please visit http://www.jsums.edu/informationtechnology/microsoft-office-
365/.

Why use Microsoft Office?

Jackson State University and most of JSU's Instructors use Microsoft Office programs
(Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). To make sure your Instructors can open and grade
your assignments, it's easier to use Microsoft Office programs to create and submit your
assignments.

Have questions about registering for and installing Office365?

Here are instructions, with screenshots, describing the process: Office 365 Instructions.

Minimum Student Technical Skills

Participation in a distance learning course requires some basic knowledge of computer

technology. You should be able to:

• Navigate and use Canvas (see Canvas Student Orientation, if you need
assistance).
• Understand basic computer usage, including keyboard, mouse, CD drive, and
printer.
• Access the Internet via DSL, cable modem, or a network interface.
• Use the computer operating system (Windows/Mac OS) to:

1. Create folders.
2. Find, copy, move, rename, and delete files.
3. Launch, run, and switch between software applications.

• Use a word processing program (e.g., Microsoft Word) to (see Microsoft Office
2007, 2010, 2011, or 2013 tutorials, if you need assistance):

1. Create, format, edit, spell check, save, print, and retrieve a document.
2. Cut, copy, and paste information within and between documents.
3. Save a word processing document in text or rtf format.
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 • Use a Web browser to:

1. Open, print, and/or save Web pages to a local or removable storage drive.
2. Open and save Adobe Acrobat files (PDF files).
3. Create, maintain, and manage a list of Web pages (Favorites/Bookmarks).
4. Use a search engine's basic features to find information on the Web.

• Download and install programs from remote servers.

• Use email to:

1. Send, receive, store, and retrieve messages.

2. Send, receive, and open file attachments.

Technical Support

To obtain assistance with technical issues (removing pop-up blockers, opening pages or
quizzes, etc.) or if you are unable to see the course content or have other questions
regarding the course itself, please visit the JSUOnline Website, call the Canvas Help
Desk at (601) 979-0245 during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, from
8:00 am to 5:00 pm CST, contact the Canvas Support Hotline 1-844-358-8765, 24/7, or
click the Help button within Canvas for a list of other support options.
Course Schedule

See the Course Schedule for a list of module topics, assignments, and due dates.
Please refer to the JSU Academic Calendar for other important due dates.

Week Topic Readings Assignments Due Date

1 Introductions/Course Syllabus, Welcome Discussion: Student August 28
Overview Introductions, Syllabus
verification form
2 Number Systems Chapter 1 Quiz 1 September
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3 Logic operations, Chapter 2 Quiz 2 September
Boolean algebra, truth 17
table and K-Map
4 Simplification and Chapter 3 Quiz 3 October 1
minimization of Quiz 4
Boolean functions
5 Midterm Review and Chapters 1, 2 and 3 Midterm Exam October 8
Exam
6 Design and analysis of Chapter 3 and 4 Quiz 5 October 29
combinational circuits Quiz 6
7 Design and analysis Chapter 5 and 6 Quiz 7 November
sequential circuits Quiz 8 12
8 Review/Final Exam Chapters 1, 2, 3,4, 5, 6 Final Exam November
and class notes 21
*Schedule may be revised if necessary. Students will be notified if this is the case.

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Course Presentation

This course is organized into 8 learning modules; each module contains assigned
readings from the textbook and may contain a quiz, an assignment, and/or an
activity. The modules presented on a 1-2 week basis. The module pages include
information about all of the materials and assignments for that module. Each module
may include multimedia lectures, readings, discussions, assignments, and/or
assessments.

Instructional Strategies

Besides online material, we will be meeting via Google Meet

Student Activities

Students are expected to fully engage in the online learning process and be present
during online meetings

Course Policies and Procedures

1. Threaded Discussions. A Discussion Board is available in Canvas. You will be able

to ask questions about course content and share information with each other. A
classmate may be able to answer a question about content more quickly than your
instructor. In addition, posting content questions in the Discussion Board will allow
everyone to view the answers to frequently asked questions. The instructor monitors
the Discussion Board with the intention of providing responses every workday when
deemed necessary. Discussion created as assignments deem required
contributions to the discussion board. Students are expected to post responses to
module questions and peers' postings on a regular basis.

Utilize the discussion rubric as it will be used in evaluating your discussion board
postings. Discussion board postings should be of quality rather than quantity. For
example, a response that basically says “I agree” with no additional information or
documentation will earn 0 points; responses that possess a higher standard of
quality will be graded accordingly.

2. Class Communication. Common procedural or curricular questions that arise each

semester are answered on the syllabus. For correspondence to the professor,
students are required to use only the Inbox tool, which is located in the Global
Navigation Menu in Canvas, upon logging into the course. The discussion board has
several threads available for communicating. Each student is required to participate
in the Introduction forum to introduce oneself to the course. A thread is also
available for Frequently Asked Questions. Please use this thread to ask questions
regarding the syllabus, assignments, exams, etc. The questions and answers can be
shared with the entire class. If you have personal concerns, please use the Inbox
tool. View the Help link in the Global Navigation Menu for assistance using the e-

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 mail or discussion board tools.

3. Course E-Mail. Unless otherwise noted, you should only contact your instructor
using the Inbox feature in Canvas. Common procedural or curricular questions that
arise each semester are answered on the syllabus. If you are unable to find the
answers you need, you may contact the instructor via the Inbox or Help tool. If
needed, view the Canvas Guides via the Help menu item for assistance using the
course email tool. Be sure to follow the course netiquette rules mentioned above
when composing emails.

4. Late Assignments or Projects. The point of late homework and project

assignments will deduct 20% per day.

Netiquette

Student to Student Etiquette. There are course expectations concerning etiquette or

how we should treat each other online. It is very important that we consider the following
values during online discussions and when emailing fellow students:

• Respect. Each student’s viewpoint is valued as an opinion. When responding to

a person during the online discussions, be sure to state an opposing opinion in a
diplomatic way.
• Confidentiality. When discussing topics, be sure to be discreet on how you
discuss children, teachers, and colleagues. Do not use names of people or
names of facilities.

Student to Instructor Etiquette. In addition to the above values, I expect that each
student will submit completed assignments in a timely manner.

Instructor to Student Etiquette. Students can expect that the instructor will also follow
the values listed above by checking and responding to emails and grading assignments
in a timely manner.

Method of Student Evaluation

Grade
Method of Evaluation
Percentage
Quizzes 30%
Midterm Exam 30%
Attendance 10%
Final Exam 30%
Total 100 %

Grading Scale (Clustering of grades may cause the grading scale to be lowered (to your benefit), but
it will not be raised)

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90-100 % = A
75-89 % = B
60-74 % = C
50-59 % = D
0-49 % = F

Exams

There will be midterm and final exams.

Library Services

All students, those on campus and at a distance, have access to the resources
available at the JSU Libraries. Please visit the JSU Libraries or the JSU Library
Services for Distance Learners web sites for more information.

Jackson State University Policies

Diversity Statement: Jackson State University is committed to creating a community

that affirms and welcomes persons from diverse backgrounds and experiences and
supports the realization of their human potential. We recognize that there are
differences among groups of people and individuals based on ethnicity, race,
socioeconomic status, gender, exceptionalities, language, religion, sexual orientation,
and geographical area. All persons are encouraged to respect the individual differences
of others.

JSU Honor Code: I will be honest in all of my academic course work and will not
indulge in or tolerate the academic dishonesty of my counterparts or peers. I will not
partake in any type of misconduct, misrepresentation, or immoral behavior that will
harm, damage or endanger any person, property or myself or reflect negatively against
me or hinder my academic continuance. I will strive to achieve excellence and to
complete degree requirements without hesitation. I am a valuable part of the Jackson
State University family, and proud of it.

Academic Dishonesty

Cheating includes:
• Submitting material that is not yours as part of your course performance, such as
copying from another student’s exam, allowing a student to copy from your exam;
• Using information or devices that are not allowed by the faculty; such as using
formulas or data from a home computer program, or using unauthorized
materials for a take-home exam;
• Obtaining and using unauthorized material, such as a copy of an examination
before it is given;
• Fabricating information, such as the data for a lab report;

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 • Violating procedures prescribed to protect the integrity of an assignment, test, or
other evaluation;
• Collaborating with others on assignments without the faculty’s consent;
• Cooperating with or helping another student to cheat; and
• Participating in or performing other forms of dishonest behavior, such as having
another person take an examination in your place; or altering exam answers
without permission.

Plagiarism includes:
• Directly quoting the words of others without using quotation marks or indented
format to identify them;
• Using sources of information (published or unpublished) without identifying them;
• Paraphrasing materials or ideas of others without identifying the sources;
• Submitting themes, essays, term papers, tests and other similar requirements
that are not the work of the student; and
• Failing to appropriately acknowledge direct quotations and the idea of another
when incorporated in papers.

When a student is unsure about something that he/she wants to do or the proper use of
materials, a faculty member should be consulted for clarification. Generally, if a student
writes while looking at a source or while looking at notes taken from a source, a footnote
should be given. Whenever any idea is taken from a specific work, even when the
student writes the idea entirely in his/her own words, there must be a footnote giving
credit to the author responsible for the idea. The student should never retain a sentence
pattern and substitute synonyms for the original words. Paraphrasing means alteration
of sentence pattern and changing of words. Any direct quotation should be footnoted or
documented in an acceptable fashion. Methods of documentation vary, and it is
possible to cite in the text itself, rather than in a footnote. The student should give credit
in a manner specified by the instructor.

Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act: If you have a disability for
which you are or may be requesting an accommodation, you are encouraged to contact
both your instructor and ADA Coordinator (as early as possible in the term) located in
the Jacob L. Reddix Building (old student union), rooms 101 and 102. The office hours
are: 8:00 a. m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The telephone number is (601)
979-3704 or (601) 979-6919 (TTY) and the facsimile number is (601) 979-6918. The
mailing address is: Office of Support Services for Students and Employees with
Disabilities, P.O. Box 17156, Jackson State University, Jackson, MS 39217.

See the Office of Disability Services web site for more information.

For more information on the Jackson State student policies, see the Student
Handbook.

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Bibliography/References

1. Harris and Harris, Digital Design and Computer Architecture, MK 2013.

2. Frank Vahid, Digital Design, Wiley 2006.Mobile Computing. Elsevier, 2014.
3. Digital Circuits and Logic Design by Lee S C
4. Digital Circuits and Logic Design by A P Godse and U A Bakshi
5. Fundamentals of Logic Design” by Charles H Roth Jr.
6. Digital Design: Principles and Practices” by John F Wakerly

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