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Electrical Engineering
Department of Electrical Engineering, College of Engineering

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE COURSES

E E 201.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Electric and Magnetic Circuits II
1(3L-1.5P)
Prerequisite(s): MATH 124 and E P 155.

Topics include magnetic fields, series and parallel magnetic circuits; electromagnetic induction, self and mutual inductances, transients in R-L circuits; generator and motor actions; waveform and frequency, average and rms values; voltage drops in R, L and C circuits; phasor representations of sinusoidal quantities; single phase series and parallel ac circuits; apparent, real and reactive powers, complex power, power factor; ammeters, voltmeters, wattmeters, and multimeters, impedance and frequency measurements.

E E 212.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Passive AC Circuits
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): MATH 124 and E E 201.

Basic concepts in AC circuits, power factor, real, reactive and complex power. Loop and nodal analysis, circuit theorems and their application in AC circuits. Wye-delta transformation, series and parallel resonance, circuit response to variable frequencies. Circuit representation of transformers, utilization of the per unit system, Polyphase system, three phase 3-wire and 4-wire systems, star and wye connections, balanced and unbalanced three phase systems, power measurement in three phase systems.

E E 214.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» System Modelling and Network Analysis
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): MATH 124 and E E 201.

Deriving differential equations for electrical and mechanical systems, solving differential equations for initial conditions and a step input, the Laplace transform, Second Order Systems, solving transient response by the Laplace transform, Simulation with Matlab/Simulink, Frequency Response, Passive Filters, Network Synthesis, Two-Port Networks.

E E 216.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Probability, Statistics and Numerical Methods
1(3L)
Prerequisite(s): MATH 124.

Tabular and graphical representation of data, Probability, Random variables and discrete probability distributions, Continuous probability distributions, expectation, confidence interval, Testing of hypotheses, Method of least squares, Software packages for statistical analyses. Numerical Methods: Random numbers and random sampling, Interpolation and spline functions, Solutions of equations in one variable, solutions of systems of linear equations, Numerical differentiation and numerical integration, Solutions of differential equations, Fast Fourier Transform, Optimization.

E E 221.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Analog Electronics
1(3L-.5P)
Corequisite(s): E E 201.

Introduction to solid state electronics. Emphasis is on circuit design concepts with extensive discussion on diodes and diode circuits and on bipolar junction transistors (BJT) and field effect transistors (FET) as amplifiers and as switches.

E E 232.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Digital Electronics
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 221.

An introduction to digital logic including combinational and sequential logic devices and circuits. Covers the range from the fundamentals of Boolean algebra and the binary number systems to combinational and sequential circuit functional blocks such as adders, multiplexers, counters and state machines. Some coverage is also given to electronic characteristics of real logic devices and field programmable gate arrays (FPGA).

E E 271.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Materials and Heat Transport in Electrical Engineering
1(3L-.5P)
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 114 and E P 155.

Basic concepts in materials science, crystals, kinetic theory, heat capacity, thermal fluctuations, Boltzmann equation, x-ray diffraction, crystal imperfections, solid solutions, alloys, mechanical properties, electrical properties, thermal properties, heat transport by thermal conduction, radiation and convection; and applications of these concepts in electrical engineering. Practicum and design based on these topics.

E E 290.1

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Computer Tools for Engineering Analysis
1(14L-20P)
Prerequisite(s): 21 credits from 1st year of E E program.

An introduction to computer tools useful in analyzing and solving engineering problems. A data flow based tool (MATLAB) and a time flow based tool (SIMULINK) are covered at an introductory level. Practical use of the tool is obtained by solving a variety of engineering problems arising from first year classes.

Note: Offered during the first month of Term 1 in Year 2 E E.

E E 292.2

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Electrical Engineering Laboratory I
2(3P)
Corequisite(s): E E 212 and 232.

Experiments related to Passive AC circuits, Analog Electronics and Digital Electronics. Introduction to Electrical Engineering laboratory equipment and experimental methods.

E E 301.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Electricity, Magnetism and Fields
1(3L)
Prerequisite(s): [E E 201 and E E 212 (or PHYS 227)] and MATH 223.

Review of vector calculus, static electric and magnetic field theory and its extension into time varying E and M fields, interaction between fields and materials, transmission line, wave guide and antenna fields.

E E 311.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Electronics
1(3L-1.5P)
Prerequisite(s): E E 201.

An introductory service course in electronics. Topics include Thevenin's theorem, Norton's theorem, operational amplifiers, filters, an introduction to diodes, BJT, FET, diode circuits, and electronic amplifiers. Digital electronics, Boolean algebra, shift registers, and memory devices.

Note: Electrical Engineering students may not take this course for credit.

E E 314.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Electrical Power Systems
1(3L-1.5P)
Prerequisite(s): E E 201 and MATH 224.

An introduction to three-phase power circuits and fundamentals to dc, ac induction type and synchronous machines.

Note: Electrical Engineering students may not take this course for credit.

E E 323.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Electronic Instrumentation
1(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 221 and E E 232.

Topics include: operational amplifier circuits, such as instrumentation amplifier, active filters, and precision rectifers; noise sources and noise reduction techniques; transducers; virtual instrumentation; analog and digital interfacing such as A/D converters, D/A converters, sample and hold circuits, and digital instrumentation buses.

E E 331.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Microprocessor Hardware and Software
1(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 232.

Covers the architecture and operation of microprocessors and memory devices, linking together of logic devices. The assembler language is introduced to program low level functionality of microprocessors.

E E 332.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Real Time Computing
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 232 and 331.

The functional blocks studied in E E 331 are used to describe the architecture and operation of microprocessors and memory devices. In addition, the course covers the linking together of logic devices and interfacing digital logic with analog inputs and outputs. The course also covers embedded processor systems (micro-controller) and application specific I/O interfacing techniques.

E E 341.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Electric Machines I
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 212.

Basic concepts of transformers: transformer on no-load, equivalent circuit, transformer tests, transformer performance, three-phase transformers. Direct current machines: field excitation, commutation, armature windings, armature reaction, saturation curve, voltage buildup in a dc generator, steady-state operating characteristics of dc generators, dc motors, speed regulation of dc motors, steady-state operating characteristics of dc motors, torque-speed characteristics of dc motors, starting of dc motors, losses and efficiency of dc machines. Three-phase induction motors: synchronous speed and slip, rotating magnetic field, equivalent circuit of an induction motor, no load and locked rotor tests, torque-slip curve of an induction motor, losses and efficiency, starting of induction motors, speed control of induction motors, single-phase induction motors.

E E 342.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Power Systems I
1(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 212.

This course covers generation of energy, components of a modern power system, three-phase systems; voltage, current and power calculations, per-unit system, modelling of transformers, single-line diagrams, Inductance and capacitance calculations of single- and three-phase lines, transmission lines; modeling, steady-state operation and compensation, power system controls; local and central controls.

E E 344.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Power Electronics
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 323.
Corequisite(s): E E 341.

Introduction to switching devices: volt-ampere characteristics of BJTs, thyristors, GTOs, IGBT and MOSFETS, switching losses. Average, rms and peak current and voltage ratings of power electronic devices. Commutation of power electronic devices; analyses of uncontrolled and controlled converter circuits, single-phase and three-phase AC-DC converters, DC drives. Principle of DC to DC conversion: analyses of boost and buck choppers. Principle of DC to AC conversion, application of inverters, analysis of inverter circuits, voltage control in inverter circuits, reduction of output harmonics in inverters. Snubber circuits. Emphasis will be placed, throughout the course, on the utilization of software application packages.

E E 351.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Spectrum Analysis and Discrete Time Systems
1(3L)
Prerequisite(s): Math 223, 224 and E E 214.

This course reviews input/output relationship from the perspective of linear differential equations and introduces convolution integrals as a general solution. Mathematical concepts of spectrum, the Fourier series for periodic signals and the Fourier transform for aperiodic signals, are covered to understand the spectrum of signals based on continuous time. Then, starting from sampling and related phenomena, discrete time base is introduced leading toward difference equations and the z-transform. Following the full discussion of the z-transform, basic concepts of DSP and the use of FFT are briefly covered.

E E 352.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Communication Systems
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 351.

The course provides an introduction to communication systems beginning with digital signal representation and digital transmission. Frequency translation and amplitude modulation are discussed including the variants of DSB, SSB, VSB and QAM.

E E 362.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Digital Signal Processing I
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 351.

Representation of signals and systems in discrete time functions and in z-transform, digital system response by difference equations, digital filters, convolution and correlation, frequency analysis, discrete time Fourier transform (DFT).

E E 372.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Electronic Devices
1(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 201 and 271.

Quantum physics, Schrödinger equation, quantized energy levels, quantum numbers, photons, bonding, energy bands, electron statistics, semiconductor basics, extrinsic semiconductors, pn junction, pn junction characteristics and models, bipolar junction transistor (BJT), junction field effect transistor (JFET), metal-oxide-semiconductor transistor (MOST), enhancement and depletion MOSFETs, BJT, JFET and MOS transistor equations, biasing, amplifier circuits and small signal parameters and models.

E E 391.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Electrical Engineering Laboratory II
1(6P)
Prerequisite(s): E E 292.
Corequisite(s): E E 323, 331, and 351.

Laboratory experiments and exercises of design software packages for the corequisite courses.

E E 392.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Electrical Engineering Laboratory III
2(6P)
Prerequisite(s): E E 391 (taken), 342, 372
Corequisite(s): E E 332, 352 and (341 or 362).

Laboratory experiments and exercises of design software packages for the corequisite courses.

E E 395.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Electrical Engineering Design
2(1.5L-1.5P)
Prerequisite(s): E E 323.
Corequisite(s): G E 300.

Covers the "top down" approach applied to engineering design. The students will exercise the approach by designing, building and testing one or two projects. The course also includes aspects of manufacturing engineering and, project organization and control.

E E 402.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Microwave Engineering
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 301.

Review of EM field theory, transmission line theory, Smith chart, impedance matching, microwave transmission lines, coaxial and wave guide components, resonators, microwave antennas.

E E 431.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Hardware Descriptive Language
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): (E E 232 or E P 321) and CMPT 116.

Discusses hardware descriptive language (HDL) and techniques to design application specific integrated circuits (ASICs) for specific applications such as digital filters and embedded controllers. HDL is a C like language allowing parallel processing description and timing control. The detailed syntax of HDL will be presented along with techniques for problem analysis and circuit synthesis using field programmable gate arrays (FPGA) and more advanced Embedded Arrays that includes a built-in CPU.

E E 432.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» VLSI Circuit Design
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): (E E 232 and 372) or (E P 311 and 321).

A general introduction to VLSI design, simulation and testing. This includes CMOS cell design, logic simulation, circuit simulation and system design.

E E 441.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Power Systems II
1(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 342.

This course covers network calculations; loop and nodal equations; bus impedance and admittance matrices; network equations in matrix form; computer storage.; load flow studies; analysis of faulted power systems; symmetrical components; sequence networks; balanced and unbalanced faults; power system stability; swing equation; equal area criterion; and numerical solution of swing equation.

E E 442.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Power Systems Operation and Control
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 342.
Corequisite(s): E E 341.

This course looks at economic dispatch; the lossless case; inequality constraints; consideration of transmission losses; unit commitment; system control; control loops; the automatic voltage regulator; automatic load frequency control of a single-area system; implementation using computers; system protection; subsystems and attributes; zones of protection; transducers; relay design; protection of lines; transformers; generators and busbars; and microprocessor-based relays.

E E 444.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Electric Machines II
1(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 341.

This course deals with magnetic and magnetically coupled circuits, principles of electromechanical energy conversion, synchronous machines, brushless dc machines, Stepper motors, Reluctance motors, Permanent magnet machines, and Dynamic simulation of electric machines.

E E 445.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Reliability Engineering
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 216.

This course covers basic reliability concepts; elements of probability and statistics; application of important distributions in reliability evaluation; reliability and availability assessment of series; parallel and complex systems; utilization of Monte Carlo simulation in system reliability evaluation; and Markov modelling in discrete and continuous systems.

E E 456.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Digital Communication
1(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 352.

Topics include: digital modulation methods; receiver synchronization; noise and bit error ratio in receivers; wireless and satellite communication systems; and spread spectrum communication.

E E 458.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Communication Electronics
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 301.
Corequisite(s): E E 352.

An introduction to devices and circuits commonly used in communications systems. Emphasis is on circuits extending into the radio frequency (RF) range, where familiar devices require a new understanding. Topics include resonant circuits, transformers, impedance matching concepts, transmission line hybrids, power amplifiers, frequency multipliers, phase locked loops, oscillators, and frequency synthesizers. This course is intended for students concentrating in the communications area.

E E 461.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Digital Signal Processing II
1(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 362.

This course covers Finite impulse response linear phase filters, infinite impulse response filters, architecture of digital filters, DSP processors and special instruction sets, discrete Fourier transform DFT and fast Fourier transform FFT, and Finite register length effects.

E E 472.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Optoelectronics and Photonics
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 372.

Topics include: physical optics, dielectric planar waveguides, optical fibers in optical communications, dispersion, bit-rate and bandwidth, semiconductor device principles, degenerate semiconductors, heterojunctions, light emitting devices, stimulated emission, Einstein coefficients for lasing devices, gas lasers, semiconductor lasers, new solid state lasers, emitters for optical communications, photodetectors, photodetectors for optical communications, photovoltaics, light modulation.

E E 480.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Digital Control Systems
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 481 (or 410).

This course deals with specialized topics in feedback control. Topics include state-space modeling of control systems, digital computer simulation of control systems and digital computer stability analysis of multi-variable processes; controller synthesis using Nyquist criterion; direct digital control, z-transform methods for assessing stability of sampled data systems, and introduction to other topics in modern control theory.

E E 481.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Control Systems
1(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 351 or Math 338.

Topics include mathematical modeling of control elements and systems, performance analysis, stability assessment and system compensation. Both time domain and frequency domain techniques are used. Multi-variable processes are discussed using state space models. Discussion extends to the basic concepts of controller design, root locus method and frequency response method. Controller design methods specific to phase lead/lang compensator and PID controller are presented. MatLab control tools are used in computer simulation and in various analyses of control systems.

E E 495.6

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Design Project
1&2(6P)
Prerequisite(s): E E 395.
Corequisite(s): In graduating year or permission of the Department Head.

The emphasis in this course is on the application of a formal design process. Students will be formed into working groups of two or three to design, in a top down fashion, a product or system. The students start from a layman's statement of what is needed and produce a requirement specification, block level design and a working unit. Under special circumstances, feasibility studies may qualify as design projects. The students are also required to give a formal oral presentation of their year's work to a group of their peers.

GRADUATE COURSES
Department of Electrical Engineering, College of Graduate Studies & Research

Graduate Courses for Students Not Majoring in Electrical Engineering

E E 701.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Introductory Circuits and Electronics
1/2(3L-3P)

A lecture/laboratory course designed for students who have little or no background experience in electronics but who wish to obtain a working knowledge of electronic devices and techniques. Fundamentals of electricity and basic laws governing voltage and current in circuit elements with direct and alternating current excitation; charge carriers in vacuum and semiconductor materials; the diode and diode circuits; the junction transistor, equivalent circuit at low frequency, the basic amplifier circuit, biasing, and digital electronics. It is expected that students will follow up with E E 702 to achieve a useful level of experience in the application of electronic devices.

E E 702.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Electronic Instrumentation
1/2(3L-3P)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 227 or G E 212; or equivalent experience approved by the Head of Department.

A lecture/laboratory course for students whose main interest is in fields other than electrical engineering but have a background knowledge of elementary electric circuits and principles of electronics. Deals with electronic instruments and their application, in measurement, automatic control, computation, and other areas related to the interests of the students.

Graduate Courses for Students Majoring in Electrical Engineering

E E 740.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Introduction to Real-Time Computing
1/2(3L-3P)

The main purpose of this course is to become familiar with the capabilities and use of the computers in the College of Engineering. Topics include capabilities of the operating systems, system utilities, real-time capabilities and their use. Main emphasis will be placed on an awareness of system capabilities and hands-on use of the system.

E E 800.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Circuit Elements in Digital Computations
1/2(3L-3P)

The electrical circuit aspects of digital systems. Includes: logic devices, data bus design, processor architecture, input-output techniques, input-output devices, magnetic and electronic storage devices, computer communication techniques and devices.

E E 801.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Advanced Non-Linear Circuits
1/2(3L)

General principles of design of pulse circuits from the milli-second to nano-second regions. Semiconductor two and three terminal devices will be discussed with reference to pulse generation, wave shaping, etc. The operation and limitations of digital integrated circuits will be dealt with. Devices and techniques will be highlighted by investigating a number of selected applications. Some laboratory sessions may be included.

E E 802.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Advanced VLSI Design and Analysis
1/2(3L-3P)

A study of semiconductor devices with special emphasis placed on device operation in VLSI circuits. Topics include device physics, electrical characteristics, computer simulation of circuits, speed-power-area considerations, and MOS integrated circuit design. Laboratory sessions will examine device measurement and simulation. A design project is also required.

E E 804.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Passive and Active Linear Network Synthesis
1/2(3L)

Positive real functions, realization of lossless one ports, RLC Driving point function synthesis, passive two port synthesis; an introduction to the synthesis of active networks.

E E 805.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Real-time Data Acquisition and Control
1/2(3L-3P)
Prerequisite(s): E E 740 and CMPT 122; or equivalent.

Advanced data acquisition and control in an engineering environment. Real time control using analog and digital inputs and outputs. Processing delays associated with data acquisition software. Hardware and software techniques for noise reduction and signal conditioning.

E E 809.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Selected Topics in Electronic and Digital Systems
1/2(3L)

Consists of regular lectures, assigned reading, reports, and laboratory exercises. Topics selected from the following areas: development of microprocessor based digital systems; large scale integrated circuit (VLSI) design and testing; computer aided design, testing and manufacture; high frequency linear network design; high speed digital design.

E E 810.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Communication Theory I
1/2(3L)

Deterministic signal theory, noise and its physical origin, random signal theory, performance of analog and digital communication systems in the presence of noise.

E E 811.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Antenna Engineering
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 818.

EM radiation, Green's function technique for the radiation problem, principle of equivalence, concept of magnetic current, radiations from electric and magnetic current sources, aperture antennas, lens and reflector antennas, printed antennas, variational technique for antenna impedances, antenna array theory.

E E 812.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Active Microwave Devices and Circuits
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 818.

Topics include: matching networks and signal flow graphs, characteristics of amplifiers and oscillators, noise theory, avalanche devices and circuits, gunn devices, bipolar and field effect transistors, low noise amplifiers, power amplifiers, oscillators, microwave subsystems.

E E 813.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Introduction to Pattern Recognition
1/2(3L-3P)

Pattern recognition systems, vector space representation of patterns. Supervised and unsupervised systems. Bayes solution. Parameter estimation. Maximum likelihood classification. Linear and nonlinear discriminants. Discussion of feature selection and clustering. A design project is also required.

E E 814.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Communication Theory II
1/2(3L)

Information theory and applications in communication systems. Channel capacity and introduction to coding theory, synchronization in digital systems.

E E 815.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Man-Machine Communication and Interactive Computer Systems
1/2(3L-3P)

A wide range of techniques used in interactive computer systems utilizing audio and visual interfaces is discussed. Data acquisition fundamentals, image enhancement, texture analysis, 3-dimensional displaying techniques, sound/voice synthesis, simulation of physical systems, extraction of information from real time systems, data format conversion, associative memory, artificial intelligence and neural network.

E E 816.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Telephony I
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 485; or equivalent.

Topics will be chosen from the following: wireline transmission of analog and digital signals with references to subscriber lines, trunks and carrier facilities. Processing and coding of analog signals for digital transmission and switching. Blocking and non-blocking connecting networks with PBX and central office applications. Data transmission in analog and digital networks.

E E 818.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Electromagnetic Wave Propagation
1/2(3L)

This is a fundamental course on Electromagnetic Field Theory and Microwave Passive Circuits. Includes vector calculus, electrostatics, magnetostatics, Maxwell's equations, poynting theorem, plane-wave solution, reflection of plane waves, rectangular waveguide, cylindrical waveguide, planar transmission lines, network parameters, branchline hybrids, dielectric resonators, isolators and attenuators, matching networks, filters, wide band directional couplers, mixers, pin diode circuits.

E E 819.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Selected Topics in Communications and Signal Processing
1/2(3L)

Consists of regular lectures, assigned reading, reports and laboratory exercises. Depending on the interests of students and faculty, topics will be selected from the following areas: electromagnetic wave propagation, fiber optic transmission systems, digital microwave and satellite transmission, image processing and pattern recognition for robotic and remote sensing applications.

E E 820.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Electrical Materials Science
1/2(3L)

Review of general solid state physics for electrical engineers. An introduction to Wave-Mechanics. Band theory of solids, metals, semiconductors and insulators. Electrical conduction in solids. Structure and properties of materials for device applications.

E E 821.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Magnetic Properties of Materials
1/2(3L)

Brief review of the magnetic properties of bulk materials, domains in bulk and thin films; preparation of thin films; anisotropy and magnetization reversal; structure and switching of permalloy films with applications to computers; magnetic measurements, ferromagnetic resonance; paramagnetic resonance.

E E 823.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Solid State Electronic Devices
1/2(3L)

Physics of semiconductors, emphasis on electronic and optical properties; growth mechanisms, determination of structures, modification of bulk properties, microelectronics, thin and thick films, review of recent developments in electronic materials. Principles of semiconductor devices.

E E 829.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Selected Topics from Optical Electronics and Imaging Science
1/2(3L)

Basic theory with emphasis on relationship between electronic structure and optical properties of solids; Einstein A and B co-efficients for stimulated transitions; the density matrix; inhomogeneous broadening; quantum noise; application of Lasers; Fourier theory to the analysis and synthesis of optical imaging, holography and electrophotography.

E E 830.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Electronic Instrumentation
1/2(3L)

Sensor design and application in general, with detailed examples, followed by an examination of the problems, their use in process control and data logging, and analysis and presentation of results.

E E 832.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Automatic Cartography
1/2(3L)

The engineering design concepts relative to assembling a system of automatic cartography which is closely related to the needs of cartographers and hydrographers. Computer control of system, automatic graph plotters, automatic and semi-automatic digitizing units and display systems.

E E 840.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Mathematical Methods in Engineering
1/2(3L-3P)

Techniques for solving sets of linear algebraic equations using direct and iterative methods; methods for solving non-linear algebraic equations using digital computer methods; simulation methods for large scale dynamic systems; fast fourier transform method and digital computer solutions to other transform methods.

E E 841.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Numerical Methods in Power System Analysis
1/2(3L-3P)

A brief review of matrix theory. Laplace transform methods, and stability criteria of control systems. State space representation and the application of numerical techniques for investigating the effects of controller adjustments on power system dynamics. Digital computer programming methods for obtaining load flow solutions and analyzing large complex control systems.

E E 845.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Random Variables in Engineering Systems
1/2(3L)

Random variables, functions of random variables, expectations, characteristic function, joint densities and distributions, sequences of random variables, concept of stochastic processes. The emphasis is on developing a working knowledge of the above theory in engineering applications.

E E 850.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Reliability Engineering
1/2(3L)

Basic reliability concepts, elements of probability and statistical theory, application of important distributions, reliability in series, parallel and complex systems. Application of Markov chains in the evaluation of repairable system reliability. Utilization of Monte Carlo simulation in basic system reliability evaluation.

E E 851.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Power System Reliability
1/2(3L)

Reliability evaluation of static and spinning generating capacity requirements. Interconnected system reliability concepts. Transmission system reliability evaluation. Determination of composite system reliability. Distribution system reliability evaluation. Incorporation of customer interruption costs in the evaluation of power system reliability worth.

E E 860.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Power System Analysis
1/2(3L)

System representation and analytical techniques required in the solution of power system steady state and transient problems. The use of analog and digital computers in load flow, fault and stability studies is emphasized. Insulation co-ordination, hv-dc transmission, power system reliability and control are briefly discussed.

E E 861.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Advanced Power System Analysis
1/2(3L)

Symmetrical components, balanced and unbalanced power system fault studies. B and O; positive plus negative, positive minus negative and O sequence components. Simultaneous faults. Sequence impedances of lines and cables. Measurement of sequence voltages, currents and impedances. Performance of relays during faults and swings are briefly discussed.

E E 863.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» High Voltage Direct Current Transmission
1/2(3L)

Economics of direct current bulk power transmission. Converter circuits and valve connections. Analysis of bridge connected rectifiers and inverters. Grid control, compounding and regulation. Artificial commutation of bridge rectifiers. High voltage mercury arc and thyrister valves. Control of dc transmission lines. Harmonics in ac and dc systems. Reactive power requirements. D.C. corona.

E E 865.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Power System Relays and Protection
1/2(3L)

Electromagnetic and electronic protective relay devices. Overcurrent undervoltage, underfrequency, distance, pilot wire and carrier protective relay schemes. Protection of generators, transformers, lines and bus bars. Back up protection. Maintenance and testing of relays.

E E 866.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Power System Modeling and Control
1/2(3L)

Modeling of power systems: synchronous machines, HVDC lines, static var compensators (SVC), loads and the power network. Small-disturbance modeling and large-disturbance modeling; control of power systems: automatic generations control (AGC), frequency and voltage control. Control of power system damping and transient stability.

E E 867.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Economic System Operation
2(3L)

Basic concepts of economic system operation; determination of system transmission losses; development of transmission loss formulae co-ordination of incremental production costs and incremental transmission losses in composite hydro-thermal systems; economic load dispatch in thermal systems by dynamic programming; optimal economic operation of hydro-thermal systems and risk constrained unit commitment and economic load dispatch.

E E 868.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Digital Techniques for Power System Measurements and Protection
1/2(3L-1.5P)

Conditioning and sampling of power system data. Digital techniques for estimating voltage and current phasors. Measuring current, voltage, power, reactive power, power factor, frequency and rate of change of frequency. Digital techniques for protection of generators, transformers, reactors, capacitors and, transmission and distribution lines.

E E 869.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Advanced Topics in Power System Analysis and Design
1/2(3L/R/P)

Consists of assigned reading, lectures by staff members, discussion periods and laboratory exercises with reports. Topics will be selected from the following areas of analysis and design of electric power systems. Switching and lightning surges, insulation coordination; composite system reliability evaluation, reliability of substations; digital relays, analog and digital filters; sensitivity analysis and simulation of outages; second-order load flows; optimal and adaptive control of power systems; planning and operation of power systems.

Before registering in any of the following courses, students are advised to contact the Chair of the Graduate Affairs Committee for a list and timetable of courses to be offered in the current academic year.

E E 870.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Theory of Electrical Machines
1/2(3L)

Review of fundamental laws, including Maxwell's equations. Coupling concepts, voltage equations and equivalent circuits of static and dynamic machines, operational implications of these aspects in transformers, induction and synchronous machines. Symmetrical and unsymmetrical windings, distribution of field and current-loading, production of constant and pulsating torques, harmonic torques. Introduction to generalized electrical machine theory.

E E 871.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» The Generalized Theory of Electrical Machines
1/2(3L)

Basic principles of the general theory. The generalized rotating machines and its equation. Transformations of the equations. Applications to different electrical machines.

E E 872.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Advanced Theory of Electrical Machines
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 870.

Penetration of field-wave in the massive-rotor; application of Maxwell's equations; the electrical fields of transformers; shaft-voltages and fluxes, bearing-currents, oscillations in induction machines; massive-rotor induction machines; unsymmetries in stator and rotor windings; reluctance motor; asynchronous-synchronous operation of a synchronous machine; stability; power selsyns.

E E 873.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» F.H.P. Motors and Special Rotating Electromagnetic Devices
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 870 recommended.

Linear theory of induction motor; single and polyphase F.H.P. motors; unsymmetrical connections and windings; shaded-pole motors; effect of saturations; hysteresis motors; Reluctance motor; stepper motors; induction-synchronous motors; applications and design considerations.

E E 874.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Electromagnetic Acoustic Noise in Electrical Machines
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): E E 870.

Electromagnetic striction; modes of vibrations in 1-phase and 3-phase transformers; calculation of acoustic noise and means of suppression; fields and harmonics in rotating machines, nature and analysis of noise in induction and synchronous machinery. Design considerations for limiting the noise-level in power machines.

E E 875.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Electric Machine Transient Performance
1/2(3L)

A study of the dynamic performance of interconnected synchronous machines taking into account their non-linear properties and the effects of speed and excitation control devices.

E E 880.3

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Digital Signal Processing
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): G E 210, E E 315, 326 or equivalent; 321, 325, 484, and 485 are desirable as prerequisites.

The fundamentals of discrete signals theory for communication, telephony, image processing and biomedical engineering. The course covers discrete Fourier transform, FFT (Fast Fourier Transform), spectral analysis, FIR (Finite Impulse Response) filters, IIR (Infinite Impulse Response) filters, DSP (Digital Signal Processing) microprocessor applications, finite word-length effects, and introduction to spectral estimation and adaptive digital filters.

E E 902.6

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Advanced Electrical Laboratory
1&2(P)

Candidates for the Postgraduate Diploma may register for work in one of the electrical Engineering Research Laboratories as in the case of the regular courses. Permission of the department must be obtained before enrolling, and will depend upon the availability of suitable facilities as well as the experience of the candidate. Normally, credit may be given for no more than 6 credit units during the academic year, following the completion of the work and the submission of a satisfactory engineering report certified by the department. This course is not acceptable for the Master's degree.

E E 990

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Seminar

A seminar is held periodically throughout the regular session during which staff and graduate students discuss current research topics. Graduate students are required to attend these seminars.

E E 992.6

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Project

Students undertaking the project Master's degree (M.Eng.) must register in this course. It consists of independent study and investigation of a real world problem, and submission of an acceptable report on the investigation.

E E 994

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Research

Students writing a Master's thesis must register for this course.

E E 996

Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session» Research

Students writing a Ph.D. thesis must register for this course.