Module-3 Assignment Questions
1. Explain with neat circuit diagram operations of transistor Colpitt's oscillator.
2. Explain the operation of the 555 timer as a monostable multivibrator with relevant circuit
diagram and expressions.
3. Explain the operation of the 555 timer as a astable multivibrator with relevant circuit
diagram and expressions.
4. Explain R-2R type D/A converter with relevant circuit and expression. OR How does the
design and configuration of an op-amp R/2R DAC contribute to accuracy and
performance in converting digital signal to analog?
5. With a neat circuit diagram explain the op amp based amplifier which sums on both
inputs and averaging circuit with relevant expressions for the output
6. With hysteresis draw the circuit and waveforms for an inverting Schmitt Trigger using op
amp, with relevant expressions. How it is different from regular comparator?
7. Explain the basic comparator circuit using an op-amp. How can this circuit be used in an
application as a zero crossing detector?
8. With neat circuit diagram and expressions explain how wein bridge oscillator produces
sustained oscillations.
9. Explain with neat circuit diagram operations of transistor Hartley oscillator.
10. Explain with neat circuit diagram operations of crystal oscillator.
11. Explain how an op-amp circuit can be configured to function as a subtractor.
12. Derive Vref and fc of comparators with non zero reference to linear amplifier.
13. Explain the operation of RC phase shift oscillator.
14. Problems