Tutorials
Question 1
a. Define the following terms
i. Hie [2]
ii. Hoe [2]
b. Explain the use of h-parameters in calculating current gain [4]
Question 2
a. Outline the importance of impedance matching in amplifier circuits [2]
b. Briefly explain the operation of an RC coupled amplifier [4]
Question 3
a. Explain the principle of operation of a Class A power amplifier [5]
b. Describe the differences between transformer coupling and opto-coupling [4]
c. A class A transformer coupled power amplifier has zero signal collector current of
50 mA. If the collector supply voltage is 5 V, find
(i) The maximum a.c. power output [1]
(ii) DC input power [2]
(iii) The maximum collector efficiency. [2]
Question 4
a. State the properties of an ideal operational amplifier [4]
b. Describe the following parameters of an op-amp
i. Common mode rejection ratio [2]
ii. Bandwidth [2]
Question 5
a. Draw the block diagram of a linear power supply [4]
b. Describe the advantages of switched mode power supplies [3]
c. Explain the principle of operation of a Transistor series regulator [5]
Question 6
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a. With the aid of circuit diagram , explain the principle of operation of a Hartley
oscillator [6]
b. State the Barkhausen criterion [2]
c. Explain the advantages of a piezo-electric crystal oscillator [3]
Question 7
a. Explain with the aid of a transistor, the principle of operation of a Bistable
multivibrator. [6]
b. Show how the period and frequency of oscillation of an astable multivibrator are
obtained [4]
c. Outline the applications of the following
i. Voltage Controlled Oscillator [1]
ii. Phase Locked Loop [1]
Question 8
a. Draw and explain the principle of operation of a tuned transistor amplifier [6]
b. Draw the frequency response curves of loose coupling and tight coupling, explain the
effects of coupling on signal strength and selectivity. [6]
c. List the different types of switching devices [3]
d. What are the practical applications of the devices mentioned in (8c) [3]
Question 9
a. Define the term modulation factor [3]
b. Explain the importance of modulation and demodulation in signal transmission [4]
c. Describe the process of amplitude modulation graphically [6]
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