Cluster 8 -- From Semiconductors to Code: Exploring Analog and Digital Electronics
- Instructors: Hooman Rashtian, Rajeevan Amirtharajah
- Prerequisites: Programming Experience (strongly recommended), Physics class that includes Electricity & Magnetism, Algebra II, or Equivalent
- Typical Field Trips: UC Davis Center for Nano-Micro Manufacturing, Lawrence Berkeley National Lab (LBNL)
Introduction
This cluster is designed for aspiring students seeking to expand their knowledge and hands-on experience in analog and digital electronics. Throughout the program, participants will;
- Explore semiconductor physics and gain a foundational understanding of the materials and principles that power modern electronic devices.
- Learn to build analog circuits, including amplifiers, which are essential for many real-world applications.
- Delve into digital electronics, study digital logic, microcontrollers, and integrated circuits, and understand how they form the backbone of contemporary computing and communication systems.
- Engage in hands-on projects that bring theoretical concepts to life, culminating in the creation of functional electronic prototypes,
- Experience an integrated learning approach and the synergy between hardware and software that highlight the interdependence of these disciplines.
By the end of the program, participants will have a solid grasp of both analog and digital electronics, equipping them with the skills needed to innovate and excel in this rapidly evolving engineering landscape.