KWARA STATE POLYTECHNIC, ILORIN

INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING

Course Title: Electronic Maintenance Repair

Course Code: EEE 446

Course Description:
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of electronic systems
and equipment, focusing on troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance techniques.
Students will learn the principles of electronic circuits, components, and systems,
as well as practical skills for diagnosing and fixing common issues in electronic
devices.
Course objectives:
 Understand the fundamental principles of electronics.
 Identify electronic components and their functions.
 Develop skills in troubleshooting electronic systems.
 Learn techniques for repairing and maintaining electronic devices.
 Practice safe handling and operation of electronic equipment.
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Electronics
 Overview of electronic systems
 Basic electronic components: resistors, capacitors, inductors, diodes,
transistors
 Ohm's Law and basic circuit analysis
Module 2: Electronic Circuits
 Series and parallel circuits
 Kirchhoff's laws
 AC and DC circuits
Module 3: Electronic Devices and Systems
 Semiconductors: diodes and transistors
 Integrated circuits (ICs) and their types
  Digital electronics: logic gates, flip-flops, counters
Module 4: Troubleshooting Techniques
 Introduction to troubleshooting methodology
 Use of multimeters and oscilloscopes
 Fault finding and diagnosis in electronic circuits
Module 5: Repair and Maintenance
 Soldering techniques and best practices
 Component-level repair: replacing faulty components
 Circuit board repair and rework
Module 6: Advanced Topics
 Microcontrollers and embedded systems
 Communication protocols: UART, SPI, I2C
 Sensor interfacing and data acquisition
Teaching Methods:
Lectures: covering theoretical concepts and principles
Hands-on Labs: practical sessions for circuit building, troubleshooting, and repair
exercises
Case Studies: analyzing real-world electronic systems and repair scenarios
Demonstrations: showcasing techniques and equipment usage
Assessment:
Practical exams: troubleshooting and repairing electronic circuits
Written exams: testing theoretical knowledge and understanding
Lab reports: documenting hands-on activities and experiments
Conclusion:
By the end of this course, students will have developed a solid foundation in
electronic maintenance repair, equipping them with the skills and knowledge
necessary to diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of electronic devices and
systems.
 MODULE ONE
1.1 Introduction to Electronic System (Overview)

Electronic systems refer to systems composed of electronic components that

manipulate electrical signals. These systems can range from simple circuits found
in household appliances to complex systems like computers and communication
networks.

Figure 1.1: Images of Electronic Systems

At its core, an electronic system consists of electronic components such as
resistors, capacitors, inductors, transistors, and integrated circuits (ICs). These
components are interconnected to perform specific functions, such as
amplification, signal processing, or control.

Figure 1.2: Images depicting Amplication, Signal Processing and Control

Electronic systems can be analog or digital. Analog systems process continuous
signals, while digital systems manipulate discrete signals represented by binary
digits (0s and 1s). Many modern electronic systems are a combination of analog
and digital components, allowing for efficient processing of information and
control.

Figure 1.3: Depiction and Analog and Digital Signals

Electronic systems play a vital role in modern technology, enabling the
automation, communication, and processing of information in various fields such
as healthcare, transportation, manufacturing, and entertainment. Understanding
electronic systems and their components is essential for designing, maintaining,
and troubleshooting electronic devices and equipment.

1.2 Basic Electronic Components

1. Resistors

Resistors are passive electronic components that oppose the flow of electrical
current. They are used to control the amount of current flowing in a circuit and to
set specific voltage levels. Resistors are characterized by their resistance value,
measured in ohms (Ω), and power rating, indicating how much power they can
dissipate without overheating.
They come in various types, including fixed resistors (carbon film, metal film, wire
wound) and variable resistors (potentiometers, rheostats), as shown in Figure 1.4

Figure 1.4: Types of Resistors

2. Capacitors

Capacitors are passive electronic components that store and release electrical
energy in the form of an electric field. They consist of two conductive plates
separated by an insulating material (dielectric). Capacitors are used in circuits for
various purposes, such as smoothing power supply voltages, filtering noise, and
coupling signals between different parts of a circuit.

Capacitors are characterized by their capacitance, measured in farads (F),

microfarads (µF), or picofarads (pF), and voltage rating, indicating the maximum
voltage they can withstand.
 Figure 1.5: Types of Capacitors

3. Inductors

Inductors are passive electronic components that store and release electrical energy
in the form of a magnetic field. They consist of a coil of wire wound around a core
material (such as iron or ferrite). Inductors are used in circuits for purposes such as
filtering noise, blocking high-frequency signals, and storing energy in DC-DC
converters.

Inductors are characterized by their inductance, measured in henries (H),

millihenries (mH), or microhenries (µH), and current rating, indicating the
maximum current they can handle without saturating.

Figure 1.6: Types of Inductors

4. Diodes:

Diodes are semiconductor devices that allow current to flow in only one direction.

They consist of a PN junction, where one region is doped with impurities to create
an excess of electrons (n-type) and the other region is doped with impurities to
create a deficit of electrons (p-type). Diodes are used in circuits for purposes such
as rectification (converting AC to DC), voltage regulation, and signal modulation.

Diodes are characterized by their forward voltage drop (typically around 0.6-0.7
volts for silicon diodes) and maximum reverse voltage they can withstand.

Figure 1.7: Types of Diodes

5. Transistors:

Transistors are semiconductor devices used for amplification, switching, and signal
modulation. They consist of three layers of semiconductor material: emitter, base,
and collector (in bipolar junction transistors) or source, gate, and drain (in field-
effect transistors).Transistors come in various types, including bipolar junction
transistors (BJTs) and field-effect transistors (FETs), each with its own
characteristics and applications.

Transistors are characterized by parameters such as gain (amplification factor),

maximum current and voltage ratings, and switching speed.

These basic electronic components form the building blocks of electronic circuits
and are essential for designing, building, and understanding electronic systems.

Figure 1.8: Classifications and Type of Transistor

MODULE TWO