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Subject: Digital Electronics
Unit 1: Digital computer and digital systems fundamentals AND, OR, NOT, NAND, NOR and
Exclusive-OR operations, Boolean algebra, examples of IC gates, number systems-binary, signed
binary, octal hexadecimal number, binary arithmetic, complements arithmetic, error detecting
and correcting codes.
Create a Heutagogical Assignment.
Heutagogy Assignment:
Assignment Title - Logic Unlocked: A Self-Exploration into Digital Systems and Boolean
Fundamentals
Objective: To empower students to independently explore, understand, and apply the
fundamentals of digital systems, Boolean logic, and number systems through innovative, real-
world problem solving and deeper learning.
Industry Connection:
This assignment simulates tasks commonly encountered in:
• Telecommunication Companies
• Healthcare companies
• Entertainment, Military and Security
Assignment Tasks:
Part A: Define Your Learning Path (Learning Context)
Choose at least 3 sources to learn about the following:
• Logic Gates: AND, OR, NOT, NAND, NOR, XOR
• Boolean Algebra and its simplification
• IC Gate Examples (e.g., 7400 series)
• Number Systems: Binary, Octal, Hexadecimal, Signed Binary
• Binary Arithmetic: Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division
• Complements and Arithmetic Using Complements
• Error Detection and Correction Codes (Parity, Hamming Code)
Define the following:
• Your learning goals for each topic.
• At least 3 diverse sources (e.g., YouTube, NPTEL, ChatGPT, digital circuit simulators,
textbooks).
• A timeline of 2–3 weeks.
• Your self-assessment criteria.
Part B: Explore and Apply
1. . Logic Gate Simulation
o Build logic circuits using simulators (e.g., Logisim, TinkerCAD Circuits).
o Simulate AND, OR, NOT, NAND, NOR, XOR gates.
o Demonstrate combinational logic like Half Adder, Full Adder.
2. Boolean Algebra Task
o Choose a 3-variable Boolean function.
o Simplify using Boolean laws.
o Design and simulate the simplified logic.
3. Number System Translator
o Create a tool (in Python/Java/C++) for:
• Binary ↔ Decimal
• Decimal ↔ Hex
• Decimal ↔ Octal
o Include signed binary conversion with complements.
4. Binary Arithmetic
o Implement manual/code-based:
• Binary addition and subtraction
• Complement-based subtraction
• Binary multiplication
5. Case Study: Error Detecting & Correcting Codes
o Choose a real-world example (e.g., data packet transmission).
o Apply parity or Hamming code to simulate error detection/correction.
Part C: Creative Challenge (Optional Bonus)
- Integrate a real-world mini project (e.g., digital voting system).
- Use AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot) to assist design.
Part D: Reflective Report
Write a 2-page report addressing:
- What was new and interesting in this journey?
- Which resources helped the most and why?
- What difficulties did you face? How did you solve them?
- What real-world systems apply these concepts?
- What would you do differently next time?
Deliverables:
• Learning Contract
• Simulation Screenshots / Code Files
• Boolean Simplification and Truth Tables
• Error Correction Demo (Simulated or Explained)
• Reflective Report
Assessment Rubric (Heutagogical Focus):
Criteria Weightage
Autonomy in Learning Plan 15%
Depth of Concept Understanding 20%
Application and Implementation (Code/Circuit) 20%
Use of Tools/Simulators/AI 10%
Case Study on Error Detection 10%
Creativity and Innovation 10%
Reflection and Self-Assessment 10%
Presentation and Documentation 5%
Sr. Evaluation Criteria Excellent (10) Good (8) Average (6) Needs
No Improvement
. (4 or below)
1 Learning Contract Clear goals, Mostly clear Somewhat Missing/unclea
& Autonomy timeline, and plan with vague; r plan or copied
tools; fully minor required from others
learner-
defined and support regular
self-driven needed guidance
2 Conceptual Deep, original Mostly Basic Major errors or
Understanding of understanding accurate understanding superficial/cop
Logic & Number with real-world understandin ; limited y-pasted
Systems analogies and g; few application content
simplification conceptual shown
logic gaps
3 Logic Circuit All gates Circuits Basic Incomplete or
Simulation & correctly functional implementatio non-functional
Boolean implemented; with minor n with limited simulations
Implementation Boolean logic errors; partial testing
simplified and simplification
simulated
accurately
4 Code for Number Fully working, Minor bugs or Covers basic Tool missing or
System well- incomplete conversions major logic
Conversions documented features but only; lacks errors
tool covering mostly documentatio
all conversions functional n
including
complements
5 Binary Arithmetic Correct Mostly Some errors in Incorrect or
Implementation manual/code- accurate with arithmetic missing
based binary minor logic operations implementatio
operations mistakes ns
including
complements
6 Error Detection & Clear real- Example Surface-level Missing,
Correction Case world example chosen with explanation irrelevant, or
Study with correct good with basic incorrect case
use of explanation theory study
parity/Hammin but lacks
g codes and technical
diagrams detail
7 Use of Effective use of Tools used Basic usage Tools not used
Tools/Simulators/ tools like adequately with minimal or poorly
AI Assistance Logisim, with some depth or documented
TinkerCAD, AI insights rationale usage
tools, etc. with
insights
8 Creativity and Original mini- Some creative Standard No attempt at
Innovation in project/idea thinking or approach originality or
Approach demonstrating tool without innovation
creativity and exploration extension
interdisciplinar shown
y integration
9 Reflection and Honest, deep General but Surface-level Missing or
Metacognition reflection on thoughtful responses vague
learning reflection without much reflection
journey, introspection
difficulties, and
growth
10 Presentation, Professionally Mostly clear Needs Poorly
Formatting & presented with with few improvement presented or
Documentation organized formatting in structure missing
structure, issues and clarity components
visuals,
citations, and
documentation
