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PLEASE NOTE THAT THE DEPT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE OFFERING SEMESTERS OF THE MODULES.
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IMPORTANT: Please check the timetables regularly for updates.
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In addition to below, for more information regarding the modules, please try checking using the IVLE website
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+ Workload Components : A-B-C-D-E
A: no. of lecture hours per week
B: no. of tutorial hours per week
C: no. of lab hours per week
D: no. of hours for projects, assignments, fieldwork etc per week
E: no. of hours for preparatory work by a student per week |
UNDERGRADUATE MODULES : Academic Year 2008/09
| Module Code |
EE2001 |
| Module Title |
PROJECT |
| Modular Credits |
6 |
| +Workload |
0-0-3-4-8 |
| Prerequisites |
NIL |
| Co-requisite |
EE2007 |
| Offering semester |
1 & 2 |
| Description |
Modern electronic systems comprise a complex mixture of both
analogue and digital sub-systems that are realized using either hardware
or software. In teams, students will design such a system according to
specifications provided. Apart from gaining hands-on experience of
applying design methods taught in other modules, students will learn how
to partition a system into various analogue and digital sub-systems,
specify the interface between sub-systems, make design decisions
concerning sub-system realization, perform tests to check compliance
with specifications, and document the design process. |
| Module Code |
EE2004 |
| Module Title |
ELECTRONIC DEVICES |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-1-0.5-2-3.5 |
| Prerequisites |
A-level Physics |
| Preclusions |
PC3241 |
| Offering semester |
1 & 2 |
| Description |
Electronic devices are the building blocks of electronic systems,
and an understanding of device technology is essential for the
electrical engineer. This module discusses the physical foundations with
emphasis on topics that are necessary for the understanding of the
operation of electronic devices. Device concepts are then introduced,
and the operational principles of key semiconductor devices are
explained, showing how their terminal characteristics are obtained.
Topics covered include: structure of solids; electrical conduction;
physics of semiconductors; PN junction, bipolar transistors, and
field-effect transistors. |
| Module Code |
EE2005 |
| Module Title |
ELECTRONICS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-1-0.5-1.5-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EG1108 or PC1143 |
| Offering semester |
1 & 2 |
| Description |
This module provides students with a broad coverage of the
fundamental concepts in the operation and applications of diode,
operational amplifiers and transistors for processing analog signals.
The topics covered include Diodes and their applications as rectifiers
and regulators, operational amplifier and its applications, simple D/A
and A/D, sample-and-Hold circuits, bipolar and MOSFET transistor
amplifier circuits: DC biasing and small-signal analysis, differential
amplifier, frequency response, and transistors as switches and its
application in logic circuit design. Multistage amplfier design. |
| Module Code |
EE2006 |
| Module Title |
DIGITAL DESIGN |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-0.75-0.5-2-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EG1108 or CS1104/CS2100 |
| Offering semester |
1 & 2 |
| Description |
Modern electronic systems, from digital audio systems to complex
computers, are substantially realized using digital logic. This module
provides the student with an understanding of the building blocks of
modern digital systems and methods of designing, simulating and
realizing such systems. The emphasis of this module is on understanding
the fundamentals of digital design across different levels of
abstraction from logic gates to hardware descriptions languages. The
module will involve assignments based on design, simulation and
realization of digital circuits. This course enable students to
understand the approaches to modeling and designing of digital circuits
viewed as state machines, to see how programmable logic devices can used
to realize digital systems, to gain familiarity with hardware
description languages and to appreciate how they can be used to model
digital systems. |
| Module Code |
EE2007 |
| Module Title |
MICROPROCESSOR SYSTEMS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-1-3-2-1 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2006 |
| Offering semester |
1 & 2 |
| Description |
This first course on microprocessor systems provides a systematic
exposure of the related concepts. The course will involve programming in
assembly language, followed by conducting projects related to both
software and hardware. Each student is expected to do a project from a
proposed list of projects. The course covers topics including computer
organization, the microprocessor and instruction set architecture,
assembly language programming, interfacing to microprocessors, memory
and IO systems design, asynchronous events: interrupts, handshaking, and
basic computer communications and networking. |
| Module Code |
EE2009 |
| Module Title |
SIGNALS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-1-0.5-0-6 |
| Prerequisites |
MA1505 and MA1506 |
| Offering semester |
1 & 2 |
| Description |
This course teaches students the tools and techniques for analyzing
analog and digital signals. The use of these tools for understanding and
designing basic communication, digitization and spectrum estimation
systems will also be discussed. The course lays the foundation for more
advanced studies in the field of communications, digital signal
processing and control. The course derives the analog Fourier Transform,
and discusses its use in linear and analog communication system. Digital
signals and the corresponding Discrete Fourier Transform are then
discussed, leading to the design of digitization and spectrum estimation
systems. |
| Module Code |
EE2010 |
| Module Title |
SYSTEMS & CONTROL |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-1-0.5-2-4 |
| Prerequisites |
MA1506 |
| Offering semester |
1 & 2 |
| Description |
This is a first course in systems and dynamics. It gives students a
good understanding of systems and their behaviour. Electrical circuits
and control systems will be used as examples to illustrate systems
concepts. The module is important in laying the foundation for other
higher level signals and systems related courses that are important in
the ECE curriculum. Topics covered include time and frequency domain
descriptions of systems, properties of linear time invariant systems,
stability, principles of feedback, control systems analysis, and design
of simple controllers. |
| Module Code |
EE2011 |
| Module Title |
ENGINEERING ELECTROMAGNETICS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-1-0.5-1.5-4 |
| Prerequisites |
MA1505 and MA1506 |
| Offering semester |
1 & 2 |
| Description |
Electromagnetic (EM) and transmission line theory is essential in
all disciplines of electrical and computer engineering. EM theory is the
fundamental basis for understanding transmission lines and electrical
energy transmission. To understand and solve EM and transmission line
problems encountered in electrical and computer engineering, rigorous
analytical methods are required. At the end of this module, in addition
to being able to solve EM and transmission line problems, the student
will be able to design transmission line circuits, design electrical
elements with lumped behaviour, and mitigate EM interference. To enhance
understanding, case studies and computer visualisation tools will be
used. Topics covered: Static electric and magnetic fields. Maxwell's
equations. Electromagnetic waves: plane-wave propagation, behaviour at
interface between media, shielding, electromagnetic compatability.
Transmission lines. Impedance matching. Radiation. Case studies. |
| Module Code |
EE2012 |
| Module Title |
ANALYTICAL METHODS IN ECE |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-1-0-2-4 |
| Prerequisites |
MA1505 and MA1506 |
| Offering semester |
1 & 2 |
| Description |
This course exposes students to the mathematical foundational
concepts that are necessary in the field of electrical and computer
engineering such as electrical circuit analysis, signal processing,
communications, computer networks, information processing, and control
systems. The topics include the following: Laplace transforms, linear
algebra, and complex analysis with an emphasis on the applicability of
these concepts to various electrical and computer engineering topics. It
provides the required mathematical foundation for courses such as
circuits, control systems, and signals. |
| Module Code |
EE2013 |
| Module Title |
Matlab & Labview for Electrical Engineers |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
1.5-0-3-3-2.5 |
| Prerequisites |
EG1108 |
| Co-requisite |
MA1506 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
This module will give students some general computing as well as more specific
software skills for solving engineering problems. MATLAB is a popular package
used in engineering for simulating diverse problems while Labview is a widely
adopted software in the industry for data acquisition and instrument control.
Together, these two software packages will give students a good headstart in
simulating and configuring practical engineering systems. The teaching of these
two packages will be based on engineering fundamentals that students have learnt
in the first two years. This will also help them to consolidate concepts that
have been learnt in the various technical modules. Through a series of
integrated miniprojects carried out in the lab, students will be guided in their
exploration of engineering principles and problem solving using the tools
available in Matlab and Labview. |
| Module Code |
EE3001 |
| Module Title |
PROJECT |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
0-0-1-4-5 |
| Prerequisites |
Level 3 standing |
| Offering semester |
1 & 2 |
| Description |
This module exposes students to real-life engineering challenges,
which have a mix of engineering technology and business. This project
provides ample opportunity to students to handle real-life-engineering
problems starting from product/service specification phase to
commercialization phase. Since each phase, starting from product/service
specification to marketability, demands careful planning, the students
will learn engineering methods of developing a product and ways of
commercializing them. Students are required to participate in a group
project to study the application and commercialization of engineering
technology. |
| Module Code |
EE3101 |
| Module Title |
DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-1-0.5-2.5-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2009 |
| Offering semester |
1 & 2 |
| Description |
This module provides students comprehensive knowledge in digital
signal processing. The topics covered include: discrete-time signals and
systems, discrete-time transform techniques including z-transform, DFT,
and FFT, properties of FIR and IIR filters, design of FIR filters using
windowing, design of IIR filters by mapping from analog filters. |
| Module Code |
EE3103 |
| Module Title |
COMMUNICATIONS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-1-0.5-1.5-5 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2009 |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
Communication systems consist of various fundamental building
blocks. This module therefore introduces the students to various aspects
of communications systems engineering with emphasis on the following
topics: AM and FM modulators and demodulators, noise immunity,
signal-to-noise ratio versus bandwidth interchange, phase-locked loops,
and waveform quantization and coding,. Tele-traffic engineering: traffic
intensity, grade of service, lost calls cleared model and queuing
theory; Multiple access techniques: circuit, message and packet
switching; frequency, time and code division multiple access; frequency
and time division duplexing; Telecommunications systems: Time division
switching systems; Mobile radio communication systems: frequency reuse,
cellular structures, and signal propagation. |
| Module Code |
EE3204 |
| Module Title |
COMPUTER COMMUNICATION NETWORKS I |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-1-1-1.5-4.5 |
| Prerequisites |
Co-Req: EE2009 |
| Preclusions |
CS2105 and CS3103 |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
This module provides an in-depth treatment of fundamental topics of
network design based on the Internet protocol stack model. It is aimed
at making students understand how networks work through understanding of
the underlying principles of sound network design. This course covers
topics including network requirements, architecture, protocol stack
models, Ethernet Token Ring, Wireless, and FDDI networks, bridges,
switching and routing in IP and ATM networks, and internetworking. Apart
from learning the concepts in networks, the students will gain expertise
in analyzing and designing networking protocols through mini-projects. |
| Module Code |
EE3206 |
| Module Title |
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER VISION & IMAGE PROCESSING |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-1-0.5-1-5.5 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2009 |
| Preclusions |
CS4243 |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
This module covers the basic concepts and techniques in computer
vision and digital image processing. The following topics are taught:
elements of a vision system, image acquisition, 2-D discrete Fourier
transform, image enhancement techniques, error-free and lossy
compression, segmentation methods, and representation and description
methods. |
| Module Code |
EE3207 |
| Module Title |
COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-0.5-0.75-2-5 |
| Prerequisites |
Co-requisite: EE2007 |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
This course teaches students the basics in the design of the various
classes of microprocessors. Contents include design of simple
micro-controllers, high performance CPU design using parallel
techniques, memory organization and parallel processing systems. Topics
also include the development of support tools to enable efficient usage
of the developed microprocessor. The course emphasizes practical design
and students are expected to be able to synthesize microprocessors at
the gate level at the end of this course. |
| Module Code |
EE3208 |
| Module Title |
EMBEDDED COMPUTER SYSTEMS DESIGN |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-0.5-0.5-3-3 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2007 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
This course introduces students to the design of embedded systems
covering four key areas, namely, specifications and requirement
determination, architectural design, software development and hardware
development. The unified system design approach emphasizes hardware
software co-design in the final synthesis of the application. Students
will be brought through a design cycle in a realistic project. Topics
covered include: System specification and requirement analysis; Object
relationship and system structure; Quantifying behaviour; Targeting
architecture: hardware/software partitioning; Resource estimation;
Programmable platforms; Developing application software and targeting
RTOS; Hardware design and implementation; System integration and
debugging techniques; Design to meet regulatory standards. |
| Module Code |
EE3302 |
| Module Title |
INDUSTRIAL CONTROL SYSTEMS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-0.5-2-2-3.5 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2010 |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
This module will cover sensors, instrumentation and control systems
commonly used in the industry. The sensor and instrumentation part
includes topics such as signal processing and conversion, transducers
and actuators, instrumentation amplifiers, non-linear amplifiers, issues
pertaining to grounds, shields and power supplies. The control portion
covers the evolution and types of control systems, centralized control,
direct digital control (DDC), distributed control systems (DCS),
fieldbuses, PID control: tuning methods and refinements, auto-tuning
principles and implementation, available industrial PID controllers and
their operation. It will include other common control systems such as
feed-forward, cascade, ratio, selective, split range, time-delay
compensation, sequence control and PLC. |
| Module Code |
EE3304 |
| Module Title |
DIGITAL CONTROL SYSTEMS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2.5-0.5-0.5-1.5-5 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2010 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
This module provides students with system theory, analysis tools and
design methods in discrete-time domain. It is the first course in
control and automation that systematically introduces the basic concepts
and principles in sampling, Z-transform, zero-order-hold, discrete
equivalence and the relations to discrete-time control design. It
further examines the design issues for digital PID, PID auto-tuning,
phase compensator, and the model predictive control, including the
performance criteria, pole-placement, as well as numerous illustrative
application examples. |
| Module Code |
EE3406 |
| Module Title |
MICROELECTRONIC MATERIALS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-0.5-0.5-2-3.5 |
| Prerequisites |
MLE1101 / PC1432 |
| Preclusions |
PC3235 |
| Offering semester |
1 & 2 |
| Description |
This module covers a broad spectrum of electronic materials
including semi-conductors and dielectric materials so as to achieve the
overall goal of introducing students some of the important concepts that
form the basis for understanding of microelectronic materials. A more
descriptive approach is taken to emphasize the concepts and various
proofs are treated at semi-quantitative level without going into too
detailed physics. Topics covered: Crystal Structure & Crystal
Diffraction, Elementary quantum mechanics, Band theory of solids,
Surfaces and interfaces, Dielectric Materials, Hall effect and
Magnetism. |
| Module Code |
EE3407 |
| Module Title |
ANALOG ELECTRONICS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-1-0.5-1.5-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2005 |
| Offering semester |
1 & 2 |
| Description |
This module provides students with essential concepts in electronics
to enable them to understand and design complex electronics circuits and
systems for processing analog signals. Topics covered: Techniques for
implementing specific amplifier frequency response involving poles and
time constants; Negative feedback amplifiers; Oscillators: RC, LC and
crystal-controlled oscillators; Power amplifiers: Output stage,
efficiency and distortion; DC power supply design: Linear and switching
regulators, current limiting; Mixer, modulators and demodulators for
communication systems; Active filters; Instrumentation amplifiers, CMRR;
Applications of current mirror circuits. |
| Module Code |
EE3408 |
| Module Title |
INTEGRATED ANALOG DESIGN |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2.5-0.5-0.5-3.5-3 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2005 |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
This module focuses on integration of analog circuits on silicon
using CMOS technology. The topics covered include processing and
modeling background, basic circuits, reference circuit design, single
stage amplifiers, operational amplifiers, noise issues and advanced
design methods. |
| Module Code |
EE3501 |
| Module Title |
POWER ELECTRONICS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-1-0.5-1.5-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EG1108 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
Power electronics forms an integral part of all electronics
equipment from household appliances through information technology to
transportation systems. This module develops the working knowledge, the
foundation theory for generic power electronic circuits and the
principles of their design. At the end of this module the student should
be able to analyze and evaluate and carry out basic design of power
electronics system for a large spectrum of applications. The topics
covered are: Power semiconductor switches and characteristics. AC-to-DC
converters and their performance. DC-to-DC converters: analysis and
performance. DC-to-AC converters; analysis and performance. Switching
circuits design and protection. |
| Module Code |
EE3505 |
| Module Title |
ELECTRICAL ENERGY SYSTEMS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-1-0.5-1.5-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EG1108 |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
This module aims to give the students an introductory working
knowledge of modern electric energy systems and the key issues in the
operation of these systems. The module concentrates on the development
of a clear understanding of the philosophy of modern power system
operation, and the systems used for large-scale generation, transmission
and distribution of electric energy. Upon completion of this course,
students will be able to analyze, model, and predict the performance of
systems and devices including single-phase and balanced three-phase
systems, transformers, and transmission and distribution networks that
make up an electric energy system. Past and current practices, as well
as trends in the operation of modern power systems will be covered; and
new requirements imposed by deregulation, open access, and market
competition are discussed. The topics covered are: three-phase systems;
real, reactive and apparent power. rotating magnetic field; synchronous
and asynchronous machines; transformers; single line representation of
three-phase systems; per unit notation; electricity transmission
networks; high voltage cables; distribution systems; energy market; cost
of electricity; Singapore electricity network; power quality; harmonics;
environmental effects; and renewable energy. |
| Module Code |
EE3601 |
| Module Title |
BIO-INSTRUMENTATION & SIGNAL ANALYSIS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-1-0-2-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2005/BN3401 and EE2009 |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
This course introduces the fundamentals of medical instrumentation
systems, and bio-signal processing. The physiology of bio-signals,
including how they are generated, recorded/collected and are used
clinically, will be presented. The purpose of the signal processing
methods ranges from noise and artifact reduction to extraction of
clinically significant features. The course gives each participant the
opportunity to study the performance of a method on real bio-signals.
The major topics covered in this module are: Basic concepts of
biomedical instrumentation, Cardiovascular system and measurements,
Respiratory system and measurements, Neuro-physiological measurements,
Signal conditioning and various analysis (linear and nonlinear)
techniques. |
| Module Code |
EE3701 |
| Module Title |
DIGITAL MEDIA TECHNOLOGIES |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-1-0-4-3 |
| Prerequisites |
CS1101C |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
This module provides a broad view of the state-of-the-art in digital
media technologies. The major topics covered are: business & market
environment, film production technologies, TV technology, audio
production, mobile media technologies, human-computer interaction and
user interface design, virtual reality, mixed reality, and tangible
media. |
| Module Code |
EE3702 |
| Module Title |
ELECTRONIC GAMING |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-0.5-0-4-3.5 |
| Prerequisites |
Level 3 standing |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
The production of electronic games – whether on a computer, video
console, or a handheld device – is a highly interdisciplinary and
team-oriented task. This module provides a holistic overview (“big
picture”) of electronic gaming and provides insights about the interplay
of the single disciplines, components, and workflows. The course covers
the basics of the games industry and game production, ranging from the
business environment and development processes, to hardware platforms,
game structures, and tool and technology basics. Students will be able
to develop their own game product proposal in a group work project. |
| Module Code |
EE4001 |
| Module Title |
B.ENG. DISSERTATION |
| Modular Credits |
12 |
| +Workload |
0-0-0-0-15 |
| Prerequisites |
Level 4 Standing |
| Offering semester |
1 & 2 |
| Description |
In this module, students will do a research project over two
semesters on a topic of current interest in Electrical and Computer
Engineering. Students learn how to apply skills acquired in the
classroom and also think of innovative ways of solving problems. Apart
from intrinsic rewards such as the pleasure of problem solving, students
are able to acquire skills for independent and lifelong learning. The
objective of this module is to teach skills, such as questioning,
forming hypotheses and gathering evidence. Students learn to work in a
research environment. |
| Module Code |
EE4101 |
| Module Title |
RF COMMUNICATIONS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2.5-0.5-0.5-2-4.5 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2011 |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
Radio and microwave systems are used for information transmission.
This module therefore introduces the student to a broad range of
enabling knowledge and skills commonly employed by RF and microwave
engineers to specify, analyse and design radio and microwave
transmission systems. Topics covered: Time-varying EM fields: guided
waves, evanescent modes and plane-wave propagation. Radiation: radiation
mechanism, magnetic vector potential, current distribution on a thin
wire, Hertzian dipole, Half-wave dipole & monopole. RF Antennas:
parameters, aperture antennas and arrays. RF Amplification: stability,
gain and small-signal narrowband design. RF Generation: conditions for
oscillation, oscillator design and dielectric resonators. RF Receivers:
receiver and mixer parameters. RF Systems: system gain and noise figure,
satellite and terrestrial systems. |
| Module Code |
EE4102 |
| Module Title |
DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-0.5-0.5-0-6 |
| Prerequisites |
EE3103 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
This course begins with the review of mathematical preliminaries
such as probability, random process and signal space concepts. It covers
the design of modulation and optimum demodulation methods for digital
communications over an additive white Gaussian noise channel. Emphasis
will be placed on error rate performance for the various digital
signaling techniques (ASK, BPSK, FSK, MPSK, QAM, OQPSK, CPM, MSK and
GMSK) and on the channel bandwidth requirements. Subsequently, the
course will focus on channel coding (Block codes and Convolutional
codes), channel equalization and carrier, symbol synchronization. |
| Module Code |
EE4103 |
| Module Title |
CODING THEORY AND APPLICATIONS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2.5-0.5-0-2-5 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2012 |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
Coding techniques are used for data compression and reliable
communication of digital information over imperfect channels. This
module introduces students to a wide range of standard enabling
techniques and methods that are deployed in the telecommunications and
computing industries. The topics covered are: information measures,
source and channel models, various source coding schemes including
Huffman coding, run-length coding, linear predictive coding, transform
coding, and various channel coding schemes including cyclic codes, BCH
codes, Reed-Solomon codes and convolutional codes. |
| Module Code |
EE4104 |
| Module Title |
MICROWAVE CIRCUITS & DEVICES |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2.5-0.5-0.5-2.5-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2011 |
| Offering semester |
1 & 2 |
| Description |
Microwave amplifiers, oscillators, mixer and detectors, and
electronic switches are basic components of microwave systems. The
performance of these components is critical to system performance. This
module therefore teaches the design of these components to satisfy
performance specifications. Topics covered: Amplifiers: theory, LNA and
multistage design; Oscillator theory: nonlinear negative resistance,
startup, stability, power generation; Gunn and IMPATT diode oscillators;
Design of planar passive components and their application; PIN diode
switch and phase shifter analysis and design; Mixers and detectors:
theory, mixer and detector diodes, diode detectors and mixers. |
| Module Code |
EE4109 |
| Module Title |
SPREAD SPECTRUM COMMUNICATIONS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2.5-0.5-0.5-2-4.5 |
| Co-requisite |
EE4102 |
| Offering semester |
Not offered in AY0809 |
| Description |
Spread spectrum modulation is the enabling technology for many
current mobile wireless communication systems and is a leading candidate
for next generation communication systems. This module introduces
students to spread spectrum communications, including modulation
(direct-sequence and frequency hopping) and detection (single and
multiuser). The topics covered also include wireless fading channels,
sequence design (binary shift register sequences), sequence
acquisition/tracking, cellular communications and the application of
spread spectrum to Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) systems. |
| Module Code |
EE4110 |
| Module Title |
MIC & MMIC DESIGN |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
1-0.5-1.5-4-3 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2011 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
Solid-state microwave circuits are usually realised using planar
technologies, which integrate some or all components on a substrate.
Moreover, monolithic microwave integrated circuits (MMICs) enable
commercial application of microwave technology. This module therefore
teaches design methods for microwave integrated circuits. Topics
covered: review of design concepts. MIC Design: fabrication techniques,
modeling of active and passive networks, microstrip and coplanar lines.
MMIC Design: lump element design, foundry rules, modeling of active and
passive networks, design techniques ? Layout and DRC Checks. Selected
Hands-on design work on (a) Passive Network - MIC filter and coupler,
and (b) Active Network - MMIC oscillator and mixer. |
| Module Code |
EE4112 |
| Module Title |
HF TECHNIQUES |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-1-1.5-1.5-3 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2011 |
| Offering semester |
1 & 2 |
| Description |
Radio and microwave systems rely on efficient transmission and
distribution of electromagnetic (EM) energy. Radio and microwave systems
need to be immune from external EM interference and need to ensure that
they do not cause interference of their own. To achieve these
requirements, microwave and radio engineers need to be able to specify
and design wave-guiding systems, shielding and antennas. Topics covered:
Guided waves: guiding elements and cavities. Scattering parameters.
Directional couplers and hybrids. Circulators and isolators. Antenna
parameters. Wire antennas. Electromagnetic interference and shielding. |
| Module Code |
EE4210 |
| Module Title |
COMPUTER COMMUNICATION NETWORKS II |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2.5-0.5-0-3-4.5 |
| Prerequisites |
EE3204 or CS2105 |
| Preclusions |
CS3103 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
The course will enable students to know the basics and theories of
Internet-related technologies which offer the background knowledge &
skills required for computer or network engineers. Contents covered
include Internet Architecture & client/server applications, Client &
Server Computing, Inter-networking concepts & Architectural Model,
Transport protocols: UDP/TCP, TCP/IP socket programming, Routing
protocols, Domain Name System, Mobile IP, and Next Generation IP. |
| Module Code |
EE4212 |
| Module Title |
COMPUTER VISION |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-0.5-0.25-3.75-3.5 |
| Prerequisites |
EE3206 |
| Preclusions |
CS4243 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
This module focuses on the core concepts of computer vision. It is
aimed at making students understand advanced 2D image features and also
introduces the basic ideas of 3D vision such as stereo and motion.
Topics covered include edge detection, image segmentation, boundary
features, shape features, texture analysis, mathematical morphology,
calibration problems, correspondence and flow, stereo and motion.
Concepts underpinning modern vision such as Marr's paradigm and active
vision would also be touched on. |
| Module Code |
EE4213 |
| Module Title |
IMAGE PROCESSING |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-0.5-0-2.5-4.5 |
| Prerequisites |
EE3206 |
| Preclusions |
CS4243 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
This course considers digital image processing techniques for
enhancement, restoration and compression. It will discuss image
perception, sampling and quantization. Common image transforms such as
the KLT, DCT, and subband decomposition (Wavelets), will be introduced.
This will be followed by image enhancement and restoration with various
techniques. Image compression techniques will include entropy coding,
predictive coding, vector quantization and transform coding.
State-of-the-art compression technologies with emphasis on standards
such as JPEG and JPEG 2000 will be discussed. The course ends with a
brief introduction to video processing. This course is useful for
understanding image representations and how they are applied to enhance,
restore or compress images. It also leads to an appreciation of how the
ideas presented in the course have lead to well-engineered standards
such as JPEG and JPEG 2000. |
| Module Code |
EE4214 |
| Module Title |
REAL-TIME EMBEDDED SYSTEMS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-0.5-0.5-3-3 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2007 |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
The objectives of this module are to present the theoretical
foundations of real-time systems and to discuss the practical aspects of
their implementation. It describes the characteristics of a real-time
computing system and students are taught how to design a real-time
embedded system using structured data flow methodology. Concepts of
time-critical I/O and real-time deadlines are emphasized, as are the
important aspects of real-time operating systems, scheduling and the
practical implementation of embedded systems and firmware. Other topics
covered include deadlock management and process communications. Various
case studies on industrial real-time systems will be exhibited to give
students a real-world feel for such systems. Students will undertake a
mini project involving a real-time embedded system. Topics covered:
Introduction to real-time and embedded systems; Time critical I/O
handling; Real-time embedded software design; Concurrent programming;
Real-time operating systems; Scheduling and time-critical processing;
Deadlock management; Process communications; Case studies of real-time
embedded systems. |
| Module Code |
EE4218 |
| Module Title |
EMBEDDED HARDWARE SYSTEM DESIGN |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-0.5-1-3-3.5 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2006 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
The goal of this module is to enable students to understand and be
able to practise the principles of designing complex embedded systems.
After completing this module, students must be able to translate system
specifications into executable computation models using a high level
specification language and map these formal specifications into a
register-transfer level hardware description language (HDL) that can be
implemented on an FPGA.
Main topics covered include: Methodology for designing embedded systems;
specification and modelling of systems; architectures of embedded
systems; mapping specifications into architectures; rapid prototyping on
FPGA platforms.
Students are required to implement an embedded system by going though
the complete design flow with state-of-the-art Electronic Design
Automation (EDA) tools. |
| Module Code |
EE4302 |
| Module Title |
ADVANCED CONTROL SYSTEMS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-1-0.5-2.5-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2010 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
This module provides the foundation for a more advanced level
control systems course. Topics include system description,
controllability, observability, selection of pole locations for good
design, observer design, full-order and reduced-order observers,
combined control law and observer. It is also a first course in
nonlinear systems and control. Topics include non-linearities in control
systems, use of root-locus in analysis of non-linear systems, describing
function and its use in analysis and design of control systems,
non-linear ordinary differential equations, singular points, and
phase-plane analysis. |
| Module Code |
EE4305 |
| Module Title |
INTRODUCTION TO FUZZY / NEURAL SYSTEMS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2.5-0.5-0.5-2.5-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2010 for EE & CPE students |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
This module introduces students to the fundamental knowledge,
theories and applications of fuzzy logic and neural networks. It
examines the principles of fuzzy sets and fuzzy logic, which leads to
fuzzy inference and control. It also gives students an understanding of
the structures and learning process of a neural network. Topics covered
include: fuzzy set theory, fuzzy systems and control, basic concepts of
neural networks, single-layer and multilayer perceptrons,
self-organizing maps and neural network training. |
| Module Code |
EE4306 |
| Module Title |
DISTRIBUTED AUTONOMOUS ROBOTIC SYSTEMS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2.5-0.5-0.5-2.5-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2010 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
The module distributed autonomous robotic systems will cover topics
such as multi-agent systems, multiple robotic systems and computational
intelligence. The tools presented include genetic algorithms, simulated
annealing, soft computing and multi-objective optimisation. Some
applications to pattern recognition, function mapping, sensor fusion,
obstacle avoidance and learning in robotic systems are also presented. |
| Module Code |
EE4307 |
| Module Title |
CONTROL SYSTEMS DESIGN AND SIMULATION |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
1.5-0-0-5-3.5 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2010 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
This 100% CA module introduces students to the various stages in the
design cycle of a closed-loop control system, namely modeling,
identification, simulation, controller design and implementation.
Students will appreciate the concepts of models and model structures,
the ways to obtain them and their applications. Two modeling approaches
will be covered; physical modeling which includes the principles and
phases ofmodeling using basic physical relationships, and identification
approaches covering both non-parametric and parametric identification.
Practical issues in modeling, including instrument calibration, model
structure selection, data collection configuration, selection of test
signals and model validation will also be duly covered. Via project
work, students will consolidate the topics covered in class with
hands-on experience in modeling, simulating and controlling real
systems. They will be equipped with useful practical skills at the end
of this course. |
| Module Code |
EE4401 |
| Module Title |
OPTOELECTRONICS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2.5-0.5-0.75-2-4.5 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2004 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
Optoelectronics is the study of the interaction of light/radiation
with the electronic properties of matter, which are mainly but not
exclusively semiconductor-based. This module is designed with a mix of
theory and application, emphasizing both the fundamental principles
underlying device operation and the relevant technology in the photonics
industry. At the end of the module, the student will be equipped with
the basic physics of light production, emission and modulation, in
semiconductors, electro-optic crystals and liquid crystal substances,
and their application in display components and devices, and optical
communications. Experiments on optical heterodyning, liquid crystal
modulation and characteristics of semiconductor lasers and LEDs are
included for practical hands-on experience. Topics covered include basic
photometry and radiometry; bandgap engineering in III-V and II-VI
compound semiconductors, exciton, isoelectronic traps; LED,
semiconductor laser, photodetectors, optical modulators, liquid
crystals, display technologies, and recent advances e.g. nanophotonics,
organic LEDs and quantum well detectors. Topics covered: Basic
photometry and radiometry. Bandgap engineering in III-V and II-VI
compound semiconductors. Exciton, isoelectronic traps. LED,
semiconductor laser and photodetector device structure and operational
characteristics. Optical modulators. Liquid crystal displays.
Nanophotonics. |
| Module Code |
EE4408 |
| Module Title |
SILICON DEVICE RELIABILITY |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-1-0.5-0-6 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2004 |
| Co-requisite |
EE4411 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
This module provides an overview of the general failure mechanisms
in integrated circuits and three MOS technology specific reliability
mechanisms (i.e., CMOS latchup, gate oxide reliability and hot carrier
reliability). A brief introduction on the failure analysis methodology
will also be covered. At the end of this module, students will gain a
basic understanding of the various failure/reliability issues in silicon
devices. Topics covered: Introduction to IC Failure Analysis. General
failure mechanisms in integrated circuits: Bonding, packaging and
metallization failures. Electrical stress failures: electromigration and
ESD/EOS. Technology specific reliability mechanisms: CMOS latchup, gate
oxide reliability and hot-carrier reliability. |
| Module Code |
EE4410 |
| Module Title |
INTEGRATED CIRCUIT AND SYSTEM DESIGN |
| Modular Credits |
8 |
| +Workload |
1.5-0-4-2-2 |
| Prerequisites |
EE3408 |
| Offering semester |
1 & 2 (A two-semester module which is offered in sem 1 and spreads over to sem 2.) |
| Remarks |
EE4410 is not offered to Non-Graduating students. |
| Description |
This module provides an opportunity for students to learn analog and
mixed-signal IC design through an integrated circuit prototyping project
using commercial design flows. The module spans in two semesters. The
chip design and test are carried out in the first and second semester,
respectively. The chip fabrication is done at an external foundry during
the semester break. Lectures are given at the beginning of the two
semesters, covering the project related topics and other important
issues in IC design. This module is targeted at those electrical
engineering students who have strong interests in IC design. The module
is based on continuous assessment. |
| Module Code |
EE4411 |
| Module Title |
SILICON PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2.5-0.5-1-1.5-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2004 |
| Preclusions |
PC3242 |
| Offering semester |
1 & 2 |
| Description |
This module focuses on the major process technologies used in the
fabrication of integrated circuits and other microelectronic devices.
Each lecture topic covers important scientific aspects of silicon wafer
processing steps. Simulations and laboratory experiments provide
hands-on experience on basic operation and fabrication of MOS devices.
Topics include: crystal growth and wafer preparation, epitaxy,
oxidation, diffusion, ion implantation, lithography, plasma technology,
etching, deposition, and metallization. |
| Module Code |
EE4412 |
| Module Title |
TECHNOLOGY & MODELLING OF SI TRANSISTORS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2.5-0.5-0.5-2.5-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2004 |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
This module covers the operation, modeling and fabrication of
silicon bipolar and MOS transistors, the understanding of which is
essential for the integrated circuit engineer. At the end of this
module, students will gain a good understanding of the issues regarding
the design and fabrication of modern silicon transistors as their
dimensions continue to shrink. They will be exposed to the basic
techniques of modeling, simulation and technology of these devices.
Topics covered: MOS Capacitor: C-V characteristics, physical models;
MOSFETs: long and short channel devices, threshold voltage, subthreshold
behaviour, device scaling, short-channel effects, gate, drain and
dielectric engineering; Bipolar transistors: structures and operations,
high current effects, emitter, base and collector engineering;
Polyemitter and Si-Ge heterojunction transistors; CMOS, bipolar and
BiCMOS technology. |
| Module Code |
EE4413 |
| Module Title |
LOW-DIMENSIONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-1-0.5-3-3.5 |
| Prerequisites |
EE3406 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
The
recent emergence of fabrication tools and techniques capable of
constructing nanometer-sized structures has opened up numerous
possibilities for the development of new devices with size domains
ranging from 0.1 - 50 nm. The course introduces new device concepts that
take advantage of quantum mechanical phenomena on the nanometer scale,
including the discreteness of confined states and electron charges.
Topics covered: nano-engineering and nanofabrication techniques;
introduction to nanoelectronics including single-electron effect and its
application in transistor and memory devices; low dimensional structures
(quantum well, quantum wire and quantum dot); low dimensional physics,
including that of heterostructure; and carbon nanotube electronics. |
| Module Code |
EE4414 |
| Module Title |
MAGNETIC MATERIALS & DEVICES FOR INFORMATION
STORAGE |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-0.5-0.5-3-4 |
| Prerequisites |
Level-2 standing |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
This
course is designed to provide a better understanding of the nature of
magnetic materials and their use in magnetic information storage
devices. Central to the understanding of the fundamentals of all
magnetic materials used in modern devices is the concept of the magnetic
domain. The study of these domains, the walls that form the boundary
between two domains and their motion in a magnetic field is essential in
understanding basic device principles. Students will be introduced to
various applications such as magnetic random access memory devices,
magnetic sensors and magnetic recording media. |
| Module Code |
EE4415 |
| Module Title |
INTEGRATED DIGITAL DESIGN |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-0.5-0.5-3-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2006 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
This
module introduces the students to the design of integrated circuits. It
covers basic concepts including integrated circuits fabrication
technology, CMOS and nMOS design, inverter design, aspect ratios of
pull-up and pull-down transistors, switching characteristics of CMOS and
nMOS inverters, latch-up, stick diagram, design rules, mask layout,
sub-systems design, ASIC challenges and issues, ASIC design flow,
Verilog hardware design language basics, and logic synthesis. Each
student will do a design exercise using the EDA tools. |
| Module Code |
EE4501 |
| Module Title |
POWER SYSTEM MANAGEMENT AND PROTECTION |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-1-0.5-1.5-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EE3505 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
Robust and reliable power supply is a backbone of any industrial
society. This module provides necessary analytical tools required to
assess the performance of existing electric power systems under various
operating conditions and also to plan the future expansion of such
systems. In addition, it introduces various protection schemes employed
in the industry. It adequately prepares students seeking employment in
the electric energy related industries. The topics covered are: Modeling
of power systems: bus admittance and bus impedance matrices, network
building algorithms; Load flow studies: problem formulation, computer
solution techniques, applications; Fault analysis: symmetrical
components, sequence impedance networks, symmetrical and unsymmetrical
faults; Protection: components, relay coordination; Protection of
distribution systems; Differential, and earth fault protection systems. |
| Module Code |
EE4502 |
| Module Title |
ELECTRIC DRIVES & CONTROL |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-1-0.5-1.5-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EG1108 |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
Motion control in industrial, commercial and transportation systems is
carried out using electrical drives. This module provides students with
the working knowledge of various components of an electrical drive
system and their control. After completion of this module, students are
expected to select and size electrical drives for any given application
in an efficient manner and should be able to perform design of different
drive components. The topics covered are: Characteristics and sizing of
power semiconductor controlled electric drives; DC motor drives: speed
and torque control; Induction motor drives: voltage control and variable
frequency control; Synchronous motor drives: open-loop, closed-loop
variable frequency control; Brushless DC Drives; Drives application
examples. |
| Module Code |
EE4505 |
| Module Title |
POWER SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES & ICS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-0.5-0.25-4.25-3 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2004 |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
The
module provides a state-of-the-art overview of devices, development and
basic understanding of the physics of power semiconductors. The module
covers: Carrier physics in power devices: mobility, resistivity,
life-time, high-level injection; Breakdown voltage and junction
termination: avalanche breakdown, punch-through breakdown; Power
devices: power MOSFET for synchronous rectifiers, power diode and
recovery phenomena, power transistor and quasi-saturation effects, gate
turn-off thyristor, MOS-controlled bipolar device; Smart power ICs:
evolution, high-voltage power MOSFETs in integrated circuits,
technological limitations in power ICs, protection techniques in power
ICs. |
| Module Code |
EE4506 |
| Module Title |
MAGNETIC RECORDING SYSTEMS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2.5-0.5-0.5-2.5-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2011 |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
This
course introduces the principle of operation and design aspects of
magnetic recording systems. It introduces the key issues involved in the
design and system level integration of disk drives. Students will be
exposed to current practice and new trends through both theory and
practice in the laboratory. Topics covered include: Basics of magnetic
recording and playback, different types of heads used for recording and
playback, modeling and mathematical representation of recording/playback
process, design and fabrication process for heads and disks. Integration
of different components of hard disk drive, signal processing for
recording and playback, servomechanism for access of data, efficiency of
recording and encoding of data, reliability of recording and error
correction codes, transfer of data between hard disk drive and host
computer. |
| Module Code |
EE4509 |
| Module Title |
SILICON MICRO SYSTEMS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-0.5-0.25-4.25-3 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2004 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
The
module provides an introductory view of the microelectromechanical
systems (MEMS) in various application areas, and also the knowledge on
micromachining technology for making the physical sensors and actuators.
Key topics are: MEMS design and process cycles, bulk and surface
micromachining technology, structural deposition and etching, inertial,
thermal sensors, actuators, micro-motors and micro-pumps, structural
consideration and integration issues. |
| Module Code |
EE4510 |
| Module Title |
SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC ENERGY SYSTEMS
|
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-1-0.5-1.5-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EE3501 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
Energy sustainability is important both due to the limited global petroleum reserves and due to the global warming effects of greenhouse gases released by the use of fossil fuels. This module focuses on the types of electrical components and schemes used in solar photovoltaic (PV) energy systems. Besides the characteristics of solar radiation, stand-alone PV schemes with battery energy storage and grid-connected PV schemes will be covered. |
| Module Code |
EE4511 |
| Module Title |
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS
|
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-1-0-3-3 |
| Prerequisites |
EE3505 |
| Offering semester |
Not offered in AY2008/2009 |
| Description |
This module provides the students with a good understanding of analysis and management strategies for promoting the advancement and use of economically and environmentally sustainable electrical energy systems. The module will cover distributed generation and renewable energy sources, and strategies for supply and demand side management for efficient resource utilisation. Issues related to environmental impact of electrical energy generation will be discussed. Models of power distribution systems with embedded generation and microgrids will be introduced. The module will also cover supply-grid interconnection, and reliability and power quality issues.
|
| Module Code |
EE4512 |
| Module Title |
RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS CAPSTONE DESIGN
|
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
1-0.5-0.5-4-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EE3501 and EE3505 |
| Offering semester |
3 |
| Description |
With growing importance of renewable energy systems there is a need for future engineers who can conceptualize and design such system. This module will use project based learning methods to help future power engineers to conceptualize and design renewable energy system consisting of sources such as Solar, Wind, Fuel cells etc.
Along with design practices for distribution networks and power converters, it will introduce them to standards in practice of electrical connection. Each student will go through a process of design, simulate and test their designs.
|
| Module Code |
EE4601 |
| Module Title |
SENSORS FOR BIOMEDICAL APPLICATIONS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-0.5-0-3.5-3 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2004 |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
The main objective of this module is to introduce physics, principles, and operating mechanisms of various kinds of sensors. This module will provide electrical engineering students with central core knowledge about sensors in designing and developing for bio-medical applications. The major topics in this module cover; Brief Summary of Sensor Technology, Basic Sensor Structures, Sensing Effects, Physical Sensors and Their Applications in Bio-Medical Engineering, Sensors for Measuring Chemical Quantities in Bio-Medical Engineering, Miscellaneous Bio-Sensors and technologies, Biocompatibility of sensors, and Future trends in Bio-Sensor Technology. |
| Module Code |
EE4602 |
| Module Title |
BIOELECTRONICS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
3-0-0-4-3 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2004 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
The
main objective of this module is to introduce biophysics, electric
circuit models and engineering oriented principles of bioelectronics and
bioelectricity. This module will provide electrical engineering students
with central core knowledge to use semiconductor devices as bio-sensing
devices, and to understand the electrical biophysics of human physiology
and their biomedical applications. The major topics in this module
cover: brief review of MOSFET transistor and SPICE modelling,
solid-electrolyte Interface, potentiometric bioelectronics devices:
principles of MOSFET-based bioelectronic devices, amperometric
bioelectronics devices, microfabrication technologies for bioelectronic
devices, introduction to bioelectricity, neurons and neuronal networks,
bioelectric measurements. |
| Module Code |
EE4603 |
| Module Title |
BIOMEDICAL IMAGING SYSTEMS |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-1-0-3-4 |
| Prerequisites |
EG1108 and EE2009 |
| Offering semester |
2 |
| Description |
The
purpose of this course is to present an overview of biomedical imaging
systems. The course will examine various imaging modalities including
X-ray, ultrasound, nuclear, and MRI. How these images are formed and
what types of information they provide will be presented. Image analysis
techniques will also be discussed. Specific analysis techniques will
include the analysis of cardiac ultrasound, mammography, and MRI
functional imagery. |
| Module Code |
EE4604 |
| Module Title |
BIOLOGICAL PERCEPTION IN DIGITAL MEDIA |
| Modular Credits |
4 |
| +Workload |
2-1-0-4-3 |
| Prerequisites |
EE2009 |
| Offering semester |
1 |
| Description |
In
this module, we introduce the anatomy and physiology of the visual and
auditory systems as well as their psychophysical characterizations. In
addition, we study computational models that not only serve to provide
insights into the functional organization of biological systems, but
also to generate predictions for new experiments. These models are used
increasingly in digital media coding and compression. They are also the
basis for new generations of machines that are more aware of their
environment, better adapted to the user and more intuitive to interact
with. Major topics include the perception of objects, color, and motion,
3D vision, visual attention, and hearing. |
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