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Study Plan (DLD)

The document outlines a 10-day study plan for learning Digital Systems, covering fundamentals, Boolean algebra, logic gates, combinational and sequential circuits, memory units, and programmable logic devices. Each day focuses on specific topics, with practical applications and design assignments included. The plan emphasizes daily practice and use of simulation tools for a comprehensive understanding of digital systems.

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Study Plan (DLD)

The document outlines a 10-day study plan for learning Digital Systems, covering fundamentals, Boolean algebra, logic gates, combinational and sequential circuits, memory units, and programmable logic devices. Each day focuses on specific topics, with practical applications and design assignments included. The plan emphasizes daily practice and use of simulation tools for a comprehensive understanding of digital systems.

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10-Day Study Plan for Digital Systems Topics

Day 1: Fundamentals

1. Introduction to Digital Systems

o Understand the basics of digital systems.

o Difference between analog and digital systems.

o Applications and importance of digital systems.

2. Number Systems

o Types: Binary, Decimal, Octal, Hexadecimal.

o Conversion between systems.

o Binary arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).

Day 2: Boolean Algebra Basics

1. Introduction to Boolean Algebra

o Basic operations: AND, OR, NOT.

o Use of truth tables.

2. Basic Theorems and Properties of Boolean Algebra

o Commutative, Associative, Distributive Laws.

o Identity, Null, and Complement laws.

o DE Morgan’s Theorems.

Day 3: Boolean Functions and Logic Gates

1. Boolean Functions

o Representing functions using truth tables.

o Canonical forms: Sum of Min terms (SOM), Product of Maxterms (POM).

2. Logic Gates

o Basic gates (AND, OR, NOT).

o Universal gates (NAND, NOR).

o XOR, XNOR gates.

Day 4: Simplification Techniques

1. NAND and NOR Implementation

o Realizing circuits using only NAND or NOR gates.


2. Simplification of Boolean Functions

o Using Karnaugh Maps (K-map) for 2, 3, and 4 variables.

o Simplifying expressions with don’t-care conditions.

3. Tabulation Method

o Quine-McCluskey method for systematic simplification.

Day 5: Combinational Logic Basics

1. Introduction to Combinational Logic

o Difference between combinational and sequential circuits.

o Overview of combinational design process.

2. Design of Adders and Subtractors

o Half Adder, Full Adder.

o Half Subtractor, Full Subtractor.

3. Code Converters

o Binary to Gray Code and vice versa.

o BCD to Excess-3, Binary to BCD.

Day 6: Advanced Combinational Circuits

1. Binary Parallel Adders and Decimal Adders

o 4-bit binary adder.

o BCD adder.

2. Magnitude Comparators

o Designing a 2-bit and 4-bit magnitude comparator.

3. Multiplexers, Demultiplexers, and Encoders

o MUX and DEMUX designs and truth tables.

o Priority encoders.

4. Decoders and Applications

o Binary to Decimal decoder.

o Applications in digital circuits.

Day 7: ROM and Programmable Logic Arrays (PLA)

1. ROM
o Types of ROM.

o Applications in digital systems.

2. Programmable Logic Array (PLA)

o Designing simple PLAs.

o PLA vs. ROM.

Day 8: Sequential Circuits Basics

1. Introduction to Sequential Circuits

o Difference between combinational and sequential circuits.

o Feedback and clocking.

2. Flip-Flops

o RS, D, JK, and T Flip-Flops.

o Truth tables, characteristics, and excitation tables.

3. Clocked Sequential Circuits

o Timing diagrams and setup/hold time.

Day 9: Sequential Circuit Design

1. Analysis and Design of Sequential Circuits

o State reduction and assignment.

o Designing sequential circuits using state diagrams.

2. Counters and Registers

o Ripple counters and synchronous counters.

o Shift registers and their applications.

Day 10: Memory and Programmable Logic Devices

1. Memory Units

o RAM and Random Access Memory.

o Timing sequences and memory organization.

2. Programmable Logic Devices (PLDs)

o Overview of CPLD and FPGA.

o Applications in digital design.

3. Lab Assignments
o Simulate designs using Verilog HDL/VHDL.

o Experiment with Multisum for circuit validation.

Notes:

• Allocate 4-6 hours daily to cover the topics and solve related problems.

• Practice K-maps, truth tables, and circuit design problems.

• Use tools like Verilog/VHDL simulators and MultiSum for practical understanding.

Let me know if you need further breakdowns or adjustments to the plan!

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