Logic circuit design verification support tool - Fit Board

Logic circuits knowledge is the cornerstone of all the courses devoted to digital systems design. Therefore, it is important to ensure a high level of knowledge, understanding as well as the skills of all the students of informatics and computer science study programs. The present study introduces a method to improve the students‟ results by the means of a multi-purpose virtual verification panel called FitBoard. The above mentioned tool is focused specifically on understanding and practicing the complete set of logic gates. However, the tool also provides many additional features. FitBoard is platform independent, easy to use, configurable for various tasks and restrictions and useful in learning as well as in the assessment process. Compared to the other available logic gates simulators, the simplicity and intuitive user interface of FitBoard enables the students to concentrate on the assigned tasks without first studying the usage. The data collected during the course proved a positive response from both the teachers as well as the students.