James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2021

CC2510 - Digital Logic and Computing Methods

Subject Description

Section A: Digital Logic Boolean algebra and minimisation, practical design of combinational and clocked synchronous sequential logic circuits; ABEL representation of digital logic; programmable logic devices and programming these devices, logic families and interfacing.Section B: Computing Methods programming engineering applications in structured programming tools and environments.

Learning Outcomes

• Section A: Digital Logictranslate an English based requirements statement into a form suitable for implementing as a logic design
• Section B: Computing Methodsa detailed knowledge of the management principles of multi-module software design and development
• demonstrate an ability to describe the electrical properties of, and justifiably select between, the commonly used logic family technologies, including EPLD devices
• design minimum gate count combinational logic circuits
• design synchronous sequential logic to satisfy state machine requirements
• develop a top-down programming style using structured programming techniques applied to a common programming language and operating system for the development of maintainable applications from a design specification
• discuss, in a cohesive and valid manner, the design processes and selection criteria used in digital logic design
• write ABEL programs to realise combinational and sequential logic circuits

Subject Assessment

• Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (60%) - Individual
• Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (10%) - Individual
• Written > Problem task - (15%) - Individual
• Performance/Practice/Product > Practical assessment/practical skills demonstration - (15%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

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