TASK CLO MARKING SCHEME MARKS

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1 2 Simulate the Diode circuits to determine its
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characteristic, DC and AC parameters (P4)
2 2 Analysis and Conclusion 20
Total 100

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1. Introduction

Semiconductor diode is the fundamental component in a semiconductor

electronic device. The most common function of a diode is to allow an
electric current to pass in one direction (called the diode's forward direction),
while blocking current in the opposite direction (the reverse direction). Due
to this function, diode can be used for many electronics applications
especially as a switch or an amplifier. In this assessment, the task will be
divided into two parts:

Task 1: Carry out simulation investigation to verify the operation of diode in

DC and AC circuits using appropriate engineering tools and equipment.

Task 2: Do the analysis, discussion and conclusion to the practical

investigation carried out.

2. Objectives

• To understand the characteristics of diode.

• To determine the biasing of the diode.
• To measured and verify the operation of diode in DC and AC circuits.
• To simulation the operation of diode in DC and AC circuits by using
engineering software tool.

3. Method/Software

• Multisim / Proteus Software

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 4. Procedures

TASK 1: DIODE APPLICATION [80 marks]

1. (a) Simulate and construct circuit in Figure 1 by using a simulation software

and measured the voltage across for all resistors and diodes in the circuit
by using the multi-meter.

R2 D2

1kΩ 1N3660

R1 D1

1kΩ 1N3208 D3
1N3911
V1
10V
R3
1kΩ

Figure 1

Measurement Simulation
point Value (V)
VR1
VR2
VR3
VD1
VD2
VD3
Table 1
[13 marks]

(b) Based on the value in Table 1, what is the type of bias for D1, D2 and D3

D1: …………………………………………..
D2: …………………………………………..
D3: …………………………………………..

[3 marks]

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2. (a) Construct and simulate the circuit in Figure 2. By using virtual
oscilloscope, measured peak-to-peak input voltage, (Vip-p) and R4 output
load voltage,(Vop-p). Screenshot and attach the oscilloscope readings that
show input signal and output signal. Clearly mark the peak-to-peak values
of input and output signals (Vi(p-p) and Vo(p-p) ) on the oscilloscope.

D4

R4
2.4kΩ
20Vrms
60Hz Vo
0°
3V

Figure 2

Measurement Simulation
point Value (V)
Vip-p

Vop-p

Table 2
[10 marks]
(b) On the same axis, re-draw both input and output voltage signals.

[ 4 marks]
(c) Identify the circuit of Figure 2 :

……………………………………………………………
[ 2 marks]

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3. (a) Construct and simulate the circuit in Figure 3. By using virtual
oscilloscope, measured peak-to-peak input voltage, (Vip-p) and R5 output
load voltage, (Vop-p). Screenshot and attach the oscilloscope readings that
show input signal and output signal. Clearly mark the peak-to-peak values
of input and output signals (Vi(p-p) and Vo(p-p) ) on the oscilloscope

C1

500µF
D5
20Vrms R5
60Hz 10kΩ Vo
0°

Figure 3

Measurement point Simulation value (V)

Vip-p

Vop-p

Table 3
[8 marks]

(b) On the same axis, draw both input and output voltage signals.

[8 marks]

(c) Name the circuit of Figure 3:

……………………………………………………………
[2 marks]

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4. (a) Simulate the circuit in Figure 4. Note that T1 is a 5:1 step-down
transformer with primary coil of 50 turns and secondary coil of 10 turns. By
using oscilloscope, generate the secondary coil peak-to-peak input voltage
(Vin p-p) and output voltage (Vout p-p). Print the oscilloscope readings that
show input signal and amplified output signal.

D6

T1
100Vrms
60Hz
0° R6
50:5:5 3.6kΩ
D7

Figure 4

Measurement point Simulation value (V)

Vip-p

Vop-p

Table 4

[ 12 marks]

(b) Identify the circuit of Figure 4

………………………………………………………………………
[2 marks]

(c) How will the output signal change when the transformer ration change
to 10:1?

………………………………………………………………………
[2 marks]

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5. (a) Construct and simulate the circuit in Figure 5.

MDA2502
T1 D1
V1 LM7815CT
LINE VREG
120Vrms VOLTAGE
60Hz C1 COMMON
R1
0° 10:1 1200µF 500Ω

Figure 5

By using two-channel oscilloscope, generate the input and output signal and
print-screen the result.

[12 marks]

b) What is the Vdc value for this circuit?

……………………………………………………………………….
[2 marks]

c) Name the circuit in Figure 5.

………………………………………………………………………
[2 marks]

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TASK 2: ANALYSIS & CONCLUSION [ 20 marks ]

Student Name: ……………………………………… Student ID: …………..

Based on individual understanding, analyze and conclude your observations

and findings from the result obtained in Task 1. This may include:

1) The functions of a diode

2) Diode operation in forward and reverse bias

3) Diode practical applications

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[20 marks]

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