Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering

(BSECE)

Program Description

Program Educational Objectives USLS produces Electronics engineering graduates who are expected to:

1. Be employed and practice as a licensed Electronics Engineer in a well-established

company, and be prepared to pursue a career and graduate school opportunities.

2. Contribute in research and development projects or partake in innovating solutions to

current issues. 3. Uphold and foster the Christian Filipino cultural values and heritage in the practice of profession.

Program Outcomes At the end of the degree program, students are expected to be able to:

1. Apply knowledge of mathematics and the sciences in solving Electronics

Engineering problems. 2. Design and conduct experiments , analyze and interpret results, and simulate

processes.

3. Design, improve, innovate, and to supervise systems or processes to meet desired

economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability constraints.

4. Work effectively in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams in diverse fields of

practice. 5. Analyze, formulate, and solve electronics engineering problems. 6. Analyze the effects and impact of the electronics engineering profession on the

environment and the society, as well as the social and ethical responsibilities of the

profession. 7. Specialize in at least one field of electronics engineering and apply learning to

provide solutions to actual problems. 8. Communicate effectively electronics engineering activities with the engineering

community and society

9. Engage in life-long learning to keep abreast of the developments in specific fields

of specialization. 10. Use the appropriate techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for the

practice of electronics engineering. 11. Articulate and discuss contemporary issues.

12. Practice professional & ethical responsibility 13. Employ engineering and management principles to work in multidisciplinary

environments as a team member or leader, or project manage

The Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering program integrates available

and emerging technologies with knowledge of mathematics, natural, social and

applied sciences to conceptualize, design, and implement new, improved, or innovative electronic, computer and communication systems, devices, goods,

services and processes.

Admission Policies

1. Any Student seeking admission to the program must have: a. a GPA of at least 80% or b. a final grade of 80% or better in all math and science courses

2. Students admitted on probation must comply with the terms and conditions set by

the university 3. No Failures in Math courses

4. Maximum of 2 failures in General Engineering or General Education courses

Retention Policies

A. A student will be dismissed from the ECE Program

1. If he/she incurs 18 units of failures B. If a student incurs:

1. One failure in any subject, he/she will be allowed to take only 21 units in the

next semester 2. More than one failure in any subject, he/she will be allowed to take only 18

units in the next semester

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Electronics Engineering 2015 - 2016

First Year First Semester

Lec

Lab

Units

RS1B Human Person’s Relationship with God 3 0 3 ENG1B Study and Thinking Skills in English 3 0 3 FIL1A Komunikasyon sa Akademikong Filipino 3 0 3 MATH1EN College Algebra 3 2 3 MATH2EN Plane and Spherical Trigonometry 3 2 3 CHM1A Chemistry Lecture 4 0 4 CHM1EL Chemistry Laboratory 0 3 1 GE1 Engineering Drawing 1 0 3 1 GG1 Group Guidance 1 1.5 0 1.5 PE1 Gymnastics and Physical Fitness 2 0 2 NSTP1 National Service Training Program 1 3 0 3

Total 27.5

Second Semes

RS2A ter

Church & the Sacraments Lec

3 Lab

0 Units

3

PHIL1 Logic 3 0 3 MATH3E Advanced Algebra 3 0 3 MATH4E Solid Mensuration 2 0 2 MA10 Analytic Geometry 3 0 3 FIL2B Pagbasa at Pagsulat Tungo sa Pananaliksik 3 0 3 GG2 Group Guidance 2 1.5 0 1.5 PE2 Rhythmics and Team Sports 2 0 2 NSTP2 National Service Training Program 2 3 0 3

Total 23.5

Second Year

First Semester

Lec

Lab

Units

RS3A Christian Morality 3 0 3 PHIL2 Philosophy of Man 3 0 3 PSYCH1 Psychology w/ Drug Abuse Education 3 0 3 MA11E Differential Calculus 4 0 4 PHY1A Physics 1 Lecture 4 0 4 PHY1EL Physics 1 Laboratory 0 3 1 PE3 Individual & Dual Sports 2 0 2 CFP1 Computer Fundamentals and Programming 1 0 3 1 POLSCI1 Philippine Government and Constitution 3 0 3 CPE20 Discrete Mathematics 3 0 3

Total 27

Second Semes ter Lec Lab Units

RS4A Vocation and Mission 3 0 3 MA12E Integral Calculus 4 0 4 MATH15E Probability and Statistics 3 0 3 PHY2 Physics 2 Lecture 4 0 4 PHY2EL Physics 2 Laboratory 0 3 1 PE4 Recreation Games and Water Safety 2 0 2 CFP2 Computer Fundamentals and Programming 2 0 3 1 GE12 Materials Engineering 3 0 3 SOCIO1 Sociology w/ Filipino Family & Community Life 3 0 3

ECEL1A Electronic Instrumentation 0 3 1

Total 25

Third Year

First Semester

Lec

Lab

Units

ECON1A Economics w/ Taxation and Land Reform 3 0 3 ENG2B Writing in Discipline 3 0 3 GE 3 Statics of Rigid Bodies 3 0 3 GE7C Safety Engineering & Management 2 0 2 MATH13E Differential Equations 3 0 3 EE31 Circuits 1 Lec 3 0 3 EE31L Circuits 1 Lab 0 3 1 EE33 Vector Analysis 3 0 3

ECE31 Electronics 1 Lec (Electronics Devices & Circuits Lec)

3

0

3 ECE31L Electronics 1 Lab (Electronics Devices

& Circuits Lab)

0

3

1

Total 25

Second Semes ter Lec Lab Units

GE 2 Computer Aided Drafting 0 3 1 GE 4 Dynamics of Rigid Bodies 2 0 2 GE 5 Mechanics of Deformable Bodies 3 0 3 GE6B Environmental Engineering w/ GIS 3 0 3 MATH17E Advanced Engineering Math for ECE 3 0 3 EE32 Circuits 2 Lec 3 0 3 EE32L Circuits 2 Lab 0 3 1 EE34 Electromagnetics 3 0 3

ECE32 Electronics 2 Lec (Electronic Circuit Analysis & Design Lec)

3

0

3 ECE32L Electroncis 2 Lab (Electronic Circuit

Analysis &Design Lab) 0 3 1 ECE35 Computer Application 0 3 1

Total 24

Fourth Year

First Semester

Lec

Lab

Units

GE 8 Basic Thermodynamics 2 0 2 GE10 Engineering Economy 3 0 3 EE43 Energy Conversion Lec 3 0 3 EE43L Energy Conversion Lab 0 3 1 ECE41 Principles of Communications (Lec) 3 0 3 ECE41L Principles of Communications (Lab) 0 3 1

ECE33 Electronics 3 Lec (Electronic

Circuit Analysis & Design Lec)

3

0

3 ECE33L Electronics 3 Lab (Electronic

Circuit Analysis & Design Lab) 0 3 1 ECE45 Industrial Electronics Lec 3 0 3 ECE45L Industrial Electronics Lab 0 3 1 ECEL2A Navigational Aids 3 0 3 ECER1 ECE Review 1 0 3 1

Total 25

Second Semes ter Lec Lab Units

ENG6E ESP and Technical Report Writing 3 0 3 GE11 Engineering Management 3 0 3 MATH18 Numerical Methods Lec 3 0 3 MATH18L Numerical Methods Lab 0 3 1 ECE42 Digital Communications Lec 3 0 3 ECE42L Digital Communications Lab 0 3 1 ECE44 Feed Back and Control Systems Lec 3 0 3 ECE44L Feed Back and Control Systems Lab 0 3 1 ECE46 Logic Circuits and Switching Theory Lec 3 0 3 ECE46L Logic Circuits and Switching Theory Lab 0 3 1 ECER2 ECE Review 2 0 3 1

Total 23

Fifth Year

First Semester

Lec

Lab

Units

ECE51 Transmission Media (Lec) 3 0 3 ECE51L Transmission Media (Lab) 0 3 1 ECE53 Microprocessor Systems (Lec) 3 0 3 ECE53L Microprocessor Systems (Lab) 0 3 1 ECE55A Thesis for ECE 1 0 3 1 ECE57 ECE Laws, Contracts, & Ethics 3 0 3 ECEL3A Signal Transmission 3 0 3 ECE43L Signals, Spectra, & Signal Processing (Lec) 3 0 3 ECE43 Signals, Spectra, & Signal Processing (Lab) 0 3 1 ECER3 ECE Review 3 0 3 1

Total 20

Second Semester Lec Lab Units HUM Art/Music Appreciation 3 0 3 RIZAL Life & Works of Rizal 3 0 3 ECE52 Data Communications (Lec) 3 0 3 ECE52L Data Communications (Lab) 0 3 1 ECE56A Thesis for ECE 2 0 3 1 ECE58 Seminar & Field Trips 0 3 1 ECEL4A Broadcast Engineering & Acoustics 3 0 3 ECEL5A Communication Systems & Design 3 0 3 ECE59 On-the-Job training for ECE 2 ECER4 ECE Review 1 0 3 1

Total 21

SUMMARY OF REQUIRED COURSES BS Electronics Engineering

No. of

Courses

Required

Unit

Equivalent

Total

Units

Technical Course Mathematics College Algebra

1

3

Advanced Algebra 1 3 Plane Trigonometry 1 3

Analytic Geometry 1 3 Solid Mensuration 1 2 Differential Calculus 1 4 Integral Calculus 1 4 Differential Equations 1 3 Probability and Statistics 1 3 28 Natural/ Physical Science

General Chemistry 2 5 Physics 1 - 2 4 10 15 General Engineering Sciences Static of Rigid Bodies 1 3 Computer Fundamentals 2 2 Engineering Drawing 1 1 Computer Aided Drafting 1 1 Mechanics of Deformable Bodies 1 3 Engineering Economy 1 3 Engineering Management 1 3 Dynamics of Rigid Bodies 1 2 Safety Engineering and Management 1 2

Environmental Engineering with GIS 1 3 23 Allied Courses

Discrete Mathematics

1

3

Basic Thermodynamics 1 2 Fundamentals of Materials Science & Engineering 1 3 8

Professional Courses Advanced Engineering Mathematics for ECE 1 3 ECE Laws, Contracts and Ethics 1 3 Circuits 1-2 4 8 Electronics 1-3 6 12 Industrial Electronics 2 4 Electromagnetics 1 3 Signals, Spectra, Signal Processing 2 4 Principles of Communications 2 4 Energy Conversion 2 4 Digital Communications 2 4 Logic Circuits and Switching Theory 2 4 Numerical Methods 2 4 Transmission Media and Antenna System 2 4 Microprocessor Systems 2 4 Feedback and Control Systems 2 4 On-the-Job Training for ECE 1 2 Data Communications 2 4 Vector Analysis 1 3 Practicum Thesis 1 – 1stsem, 5th year 1 1 Practicum Thesis 2 - 2ndsem, 5th year 1 1 ECE Review 1-4 4 4 Computer Application 1 1 Seminars and Field Trips 1 1 86

Technical Electives ECE Elective 1 - Electronic Instrumentation 1 ECE Elective 2 - Navigational Aids 1 ECE Elective 3 - Signal Transmission 1 ECE Elective 4 - Broadcast Engineering & Acoustics 1 ECE Elective 5 - Communication Systems & Design 1

Non Technical Courses Languages, Humanities and Social Science

English 1-2, 6 Filipino 1 - 2 Humanities 1

Logic 1 Religious Studies 1-4 Group Guidance 1-2

Philippine Government and Constitution

General Psychology Economics w/ Taxation and Land Reform

Sociology Philosophy Rizal’s Life, Works, and Writings

Miscellany PE 1 - 4 NSTP 1 - 2

MAJOR COURSE DESCRIPTION

Electronics Engineering

ECE31 4 units

ELECTRONICS 1 (ELECTRONIC

DEVICES AND CIRCUITS) Synopsis:

This course provides an introduction to

quantum mechanics of solid state electronics;

diode and transistor characteristics and

models (BJT) and (FET); diode circuit analysis and applications; transistor biasing; small signal analysis; large sign analysis; transistor amplifiers; Boolean logic; and

transistor switch. Learning Outcome:

The students are expected to solve

electronic problem sets on BJT and FETs

wherein they will apply the tools of solving

circuit systems. This will allow them to

construct a circuit that utilizes a transistor to

function as a switch or as an amplifier and apply

the tools and skills gained from solving circuit problems to Electronics, as being their

majoring course. Prerequisites: Physics 2, Integral Calculus

Co-requisite: ECE31 (Lab)

ECE32 4 units

ELECTRONICS 2 (ELECTRONIC

CIRCUIT ANALYSIS AND DESIGN) Synopsis:

Provide an advance knowledge and

understanding in electronic amplifiers

specifically using BJT and FET. It also deals

with frequency response of the system. Multi- stage amplifiers and different compound

configurations will also be considered. Learning Outcome: The students are expected to fully

understand the function of BJT and FET in

amplifier circuits. Be able to submit specific

circuit that utilizes BJTs and FETs , Use

multiSim or other related software to simulate

the frequency response of a single stage

amplifier. Be able to design a multi-stage

amplifier. Prerequisites: ECE31 Co-requisite: ECE32 (Lab)

ECE33 4 units

ELECTRONICS 2 (ELECTRONIC

CIRCUIT ANALYSIS AND DESIGN) Synopsis:

This subject deals with feedback

systems, differential amplifiers, operational

amplifiers, and power amplifiers. It also

covers the analysis of integrated circuit families (RTL, DTL, TTL, ECL, MOS). Transistor fabrication, research and designing

IC families will also be considered. Learning

Outcome:

At the end of the semester, the students

are expected to have a good foundation

on the different feedback systems and

relate it to its corresponding application on

other areas of electronics and

communication systems. Gain an

understanding and knowledge onthe

operations and characteristics of differential ampilifiers and operational amplifiers, differentiate in terms of characteristics and

operation of the types of power amplifiers, understand the construction of the different IC families in terms of its discrete

components composition. Be able to design

and construct a project in power amplifier or a

digital module using RTL, DTL or TTL. Prerequisites: ECE32 Co-requisite: ECE33 (Lab)

ECE41 4units PRINCIPLES OF COMMUICATIONS Synopsis:

This course portrays the basic elements

of electronic communications, discusses the

heart of communication that is the

oscillators, the noise and its effects and

noise calculations. It explains in detail

the kind of modulation techniques AM, FM & PM, circuit block diagrams of transmitters

and receivers and their operations. It cites

the importance of standardization of frequency allocation. Given an overview to

an AM broadcasting, the components of an AM broadcasting station and the

consideration of putting up a Station are

discussed. Learning Outcome:

At the end of the semester, the student must be able to understand the following

amplitude modulation, mathematical description and spectral analysis of DSB -TC, DSB-SC, VSB, and QAM. Angle

modulation, mathematical description, spectral analysis and modulation and

demodulation. Introducing sampling theorem

and its practical aspects, time division

multiplexing, pulse modulation and

demodulation. Prerequisites: Electronics 2, Advanced

Engineering Mathematics for ECE

Co-requisite: ECE41 (Lab)

ECE42 4 units DIGITALCOMMUNICATIONS Synopsis:

The course introduces the student Random variables, bit error rate; matched

filter; Digital modulation techniques; ASK,

FSK, QAM, PSK/ QPSK, CDMA and W-CDMA Systems; signal space; generalized

orthonormal signals; information

measures-entropy; channel capacity;

efficient encoding; error correcting codes

information theory; data compression; coding

theory. Learning Outcome: At the end of the course, the student

will be able to differentiate between analog

and digital communication, Students can

identify the different types modulation

techniques used in digital communication. Prerequisite: Principles of Communication

Co-requisite: ECE42 (Lab)

ECE43 4units

SIGNALS, SPECTRA AND SIGNAL

PROCESSING Synopsis:

This course covers Fourier transform, z

transform, convolution, FIR filters, IIR filters, random signal analysis, correlation functions, DFT, FFT, spectral analysis, where students

may be able to apply signal processing to

speech, image, etc.

Learning Outcome:

An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, physical, life and information

sciences and engineering sciences

appropriate to the field of practice, to

design and conduct experiments, as well as

to analyze and interpret data, and, towards

the end, to design digital filters and voice

recognition system within identified constraints. Prerequisites: Probability and Statistics,

Advance Engineering Mathematics for ECE Co-requisite: ECE43 (Lab)

ECE44 4 units FEEDBACK AND CONTROL SYSTEMS Synopsis:

Studies time variant and time invariant systems of electrical, mechanical, electro

mechanical systems; closed, open and quasi

closed loop systems; its transfer functions; block diagrams; signal flow graphs; root locus; Bode, Nyquist and polar plots; Sensitivity and stability criteria; Linear

feedback systems; System response;

Compensations Techniques; PLC. Learning Outcome:

Deals with application to projects that requires

self- correction and measurements, open and

closed- loop systems designs and theoretical computations. Theories of control systems are

implemented on automation design that enables students to apply their knowledge on

an actual project.

Prerequisite: Advanced Engineering

Mathematics for ECE, Electronics 2 Co-requisite: ECE44 (Lab)

ECE45 4 units

INDUSTRIAL

ELECTRONICS Synopsis:

This course covers theory and operating

characteristics of electronic devices and control circuits for industrial processes; industrial control applications; electronics

instrumentation; transducers; data acquisition

system, power supply and voltage regulator. Learning Outcome:

At the end of the semester, the students are

expected to fully understand the main

components of the power supply and their functions. Enable the students to acquire

knowledge on the application of switching

devices such as phase and power control.

Work with related laboratory experiments that illustrate the characteristics and operation of electronic devices studied in the course.

Design, construct and submit projects that demonstrate the application of any of the

thyristors covered in this course. Gain a basic

introduction to robotics. Prerequisite:

Electronics 2 Co-requisite: ECE45 (Lab)

ECE46 4 units

LOGIC CIRCUITS AND SWITCHING

THEORY Synopsis:

A detailed study and understanding on the

basic building blocks of computer, digital and

related application systems. This course deals

with numbers systems, logic gates, Boolean

algebra, minimization of Boolean functions, combinational circuits and sequential circuits.

Learning Outcome:

The students are expected to know the

importance of algebraic and logical operation

in digital circuits. Be confident in the

manipulation of algebraic and logical expressions. Have a b a s i c foundation/

knowledge of logical circuit designing. Design

and construct a digital circuit using the

logic gates. Submit a sequential circuit with

output simulated by any related logic

software. Prerequisite: Electronics 3

Co-requisite: ECE46 (Lab)

ECE51 4 units

TRANSMISSION MEDIA AND

ANTENNA SYSTEM Synopsis:

Deals with the basic principles of different transmission medium and transmission

lines, wired network such as the telephony

(PSTN) and cable TV. Students will be

familiarized with the Telecom outside plant and building telephony design. It also

includes discussions on the effects of the

environment on a wireless transmission. The

subject considers the basic antenna systems

and designs, plus the basic concepts for the

Fiber Optics system. Learning Outcome:

Based on the students’ understanding of the different principles and design

considerations of different transmission

media, student groups will collaborate in

designing an actual telephone building plan

using a specific application used in the

industry as per standard manuals. Their work

should showcase how future electronic

engineers that can design systems based

on industry standards at the lowest possible

cost but with a high reliability factor. Prerequisites: Digital

Communications, Electromagnetics Co-requisite: ECE51 (Lab)

ECE52 4 units DATA COMMUNICATIONS Synopsis:

Introduces the learning of the basics

of data communication systems like

terminals, modems, terminal control units, mutliplexers, concentrators, front-end

processors; including data communication

system design, computer network models, TCP/IP principles, LAN/WAN, research and

sample case studies, apply these principles

in the analysis of a variety of real-world

network and telecommunication

configurations and development of machine problems and develop a critical

attitude in the evaluation and impact of networking principles in the digital age. Learning Outcome:

Student groups will collaborate in designing

an actual network design using actual

buildings and infrastructure. Students will apply industry based techniques and ethical procedures in the design implementation. Prerequisite: Digital Communications

Co-requisite: ECE52 (Lab)

ECE53 4 units MICROPROCESSOR SYSTEMS Synopsis:

This course covers the following

topics: microcontroller and microprocessor organization; microcomputer architecture; microcontroller and microprocessor

programming; bus standards and interfacing; microcontroller and microprocessor development systems, and other tools for design. Learning Outcome:

After completing this course, the student must be

able to know how a microcontroller or a/microcontroller operates and how a complete

system is assembled, to know the concepts

on microcontroller or microprocessor and

design principles common to all. The student will be able to differentiate various

microprocessors and microcontroller, and

the advantages and disadvantages of some

specific microprocessors or microcontrollers. Students will have the ability to look at the

tools available to efficiently design a system

from a development system to in–circuit emulation. Each student will be able to acquire

the necessary skills to assemble, troubleshoot, and interface the system to the outside

world. Project design and implementation at the

end of the course is a requirement. Prerequisites: Logic Circuits and Switching

Theory, Computer Fundamentals 2, Pulse and

Switching Electronics Co-requisite: ECE53 (Lab)

ECE57 3 units

ECE LAWS, CONTRACTS, AND ETHICS Synopsis:

This course includes contracts, warranties, patents, bids, insurance, other topics and legal and ethical position of the professional engineer. The course also aims to develop the

students’ critical thinking and effective

communication skills through active participation

in class discussion which they can relate to social issues affecting the community and the

environment. Learning Outcome:

At the end of the semester the students are

expected to know how to evaluate cases and

circumstances that may arise in their everyday

lives on the practice of ECE profession. Prerequisite: 5th year standing

EE31 4 units CIRCUITS 1 Synopsis:

Deals with fundamental relationship in circuit theory, mesh and node equations, resistive

networks, theorems, solution of network

problems using laplace transforms, transient analysis, methods of analysis for special

circuits. Identify the different fundamental quantities, relationships, and circuit elements. It describes the general properties of resistive

networks, network laws and theorems in the

analysis of complex networks, determines the

natural and forced response to dc excitation of RL, RC, and RLC circuits, and uses laplace

transform method in determining the complete

response of complex networks.

Learning Outcome:

It develops students ability to comprehend

difficult problems, practice honesty, d e v e l o p s s t u d e n t s confidence and

determination to solve complicated dc circuit

problems. This prepares students to become

competitive in the specific field of work and a

better person concerning what is not harmful in the environment and develops God fearing

attitude. Prerequisite: Physics 2, Integral Calculus Co-requisite: EE31 (lab)

EE32 4 units CIRCUITS 2 Synopsis:

Covers complex algebra and phasor analysis, simple AC circuits, impedance and

admittance; mesh and nodal analysis for AC

circuits; AC network theorems; power in AC

circuits; resonance; three- phase circuits; transformers; two-port network parameters

and transfer function. Learning Outcome:

The student must be able to apply the

knowledge of different AC circuit parameters

and components in solving problems

involving single phase and three- phase

system; develop analytical skills in AC

electric circuit analysis; able to conduct and

interpret experiments in AC circuits analysis

and able to design an AC circuit that is

useful to the society and helpful in the

community. It also develops a sense of confidence and competent to the field of this

engineering field. Prerequisite: Circuits 1

Co-requisite: EE32 (Lab)

EE33 3 units VECTOR ANALYSIS

Synopsis:

Deals with the algebra, and the differential and integral calculus of vectors, Stokes’ theorem, the divergence theorem and

other integral theorems together with many

applications vector algebra, vector analysis, vector calculation and their applications in

physics, mechanics, and electromagnetic

theory.

Learning Outcome:

The students are expected to differentiate

vectors and s c a l a r s . Enable the students

obtain the scalar , vector and triple products

of vectors and appreciate their geometric

significance. Obtain combinations of div, grad

and curl acting on scalar and vector fields as

appropriate. Evaluate the line integral,

surface integral and volume integral of a

scalar and vector field in cartesian, cylindrical and spherical coordinate. Apply

Gauss’ divergence theorem, stokes’ and

Green’s theorems. Prerequisite: Integral Calculus

EE34 3 units

ELECTROMAGNETICS Synopsis:

Deals with electric and magnetic fields, resistive, dielectric and magnetic materials, coupled circuits, magnetic circuits and fields, time-varying electromagnetic fields, and

Maxwell’s equations. The basic objective of this

course is to introduce the students to the

fundamental concepts of electromagnetics and

relate them to the performance of devices, circuits

and systems. The course also aims to develop the

students’ critical th in kin g an d or al , g r a ph i c al , an d wr i t t en communication

skills through active participation in class

discussion which they can relate to social issues

affecting the community and the environment. Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to solve problems

pertaining to electric field, electric flux density, potential, stored energy, and capacitance

associated with simple distribution of charge

and also problems about the magnetic field,

stored energy, and inductance for simple

current distribution applying the principles

learned to practical situations. Prerequisite: Vector Analysis

EE43 4 units ENERGY CONVERSION Synopsis:

Deals with the principles of energy conversion

and transducers: electromechanical, photoelectric, photovoltaic, thermoelectric, piezoelectric; hall effect; reed switch;

electrochemical, etc; generators, transformers; dynamic analysis, and fuelcells. The primary

objective of the course is to introduce the

concepts of energy conversion using transducers

and be able to familiarize the students with the

applications of these devices in both electrical

and electromechanical systems. Learning Outcome:

Upon completion of the course, students should

have acquired an understanding of the basic

principles of electromechanical energy

conversion, methods to control static power

converters, knowledge and skills in solving

problems about rotating electrical devices and

their applications, an understanding of the

steady-state and dynamic characteristics of induction machines, permanent magnet synchronous, and wound-rotor synchronous

machines. Prerequisites: Circuits 2, Electromagnetics

MATH18E 4 units NUMERICAL METHODS

Synopsis:

Deals with the study of direct and interactive

numerical methods in engineering, determination of error bounds in calculations, computation of series

expansions, roots of algebraic and transcendental equations, numerical differentiation and

integration, solution to simultaneous linear and

non-linear equations, function approximation and

interpolation, differential equations, optimization, and their applications. Learning Outcome:

Upon completion of the course, the students

shall have acquired the knowledge and skills in

estimating errors in numerical calculations, evaluate series expansions, solve differential equations, perform interpolation of functions, find

the roots of equations, solve simultaneous linear and nonlinear equations, and prepare

algorithms, write computer programs, use

computer softwares and applying these to the

solution of practical engineering problems. Prerequisites: Advanced Engineering

Mathematics for ECE, Computer Fundamentals

2 Co-requisite: MATH18E (Lab)

TECHNICAL ELECTIVES SIGNAL

TRANSMISSION

Synopsis:

Deals with the basics of signal transmission modes, spread spectrum

modulation schemes, terrestrial microwaves, satellite systems, switching and handling systems,

circuit systems, packet switching, telephony, land mobile systems

and standards, introduction to cellular

mobile communication and open system

interconnection (OSI) model and ISO, apply these principles in the analysis of a

variety of real-world telecommunication

configurations and microwave systems and

develop a critical attitude in the evaluation

of the different microwave and

telecommunication applications used in the

industry. Learning Outcome:

Based on the students’ understanding of the different principles and design

considerations for microwave sytems, student groups will collaborate in

designing an actual microwave system

using a specific application used in the

industry. Their work should showcase how

future electronic engineers can design

systems based on industry standards at the

lowest possible cost but maximizing received

signal power.

COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS DESIGN

(COMMUNICATION TRACK ELECTIVE) Synopsis:

Introduces various communication

systems, communication protocol, signaling systems, interface standards. It

also includes the study of cellular communication systems and an

introduction to the different value-added

services and technologies related to telecom

industry. Learning Outcome: At the end of the course, the students

will be able to conceptualize, analyze and

design communication system. Identify

the different type of communication

systems and standards. Demonstrate

appropriate solution to various

communication scenarios. Distinguish

interfacing standards and protocols for voice & data transmission. Integrate

cellular communication systems w/ value added services and

technologies. Propose a wireless solution

to a pre–determined problem in society and

formulate and develop wireless solutions

with the aid of computer applications and

Internet hosts. The main objective is to

provide a reliable design for telecom

infrastructure.

NAVIGATIONAL AIDS COMMUNICATION

TRACK ELECTIVE) Synopsis:

The course introduces the student to

principles and theories of navigational

systems for air, marine, and space; RADARs; directional finders (ADF), antenna

systems, non-directional beacons (NDB), LORAN/DECCA/OMEGA systems, ILS and

MLS; distance measuring equipment (DME); VHF Omni Range (VOR), and global positioning

system. Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to acquire the

knowledge about basic principles of radio. Explain the use of High Frequency (HF), Very High Frequency (VHF) and Ultra High

Frequency (UHF) in aviation. Explain the basic

workings of Automatic Direction Finder (ADF)

and the Non directional Beacons (NDB). Explain the basic workings of VHF Omni Range (VOR). Explain the basic workings

of Distance Measuring Equipment (DME). Explain the basic workings of Instrument Landing System (ILS). Explain the basic

workings of Microwave Landing System

(MLS). Explain the theory and use of Radar specifically for Air Traffic Controller (ATC) .

BROADCAST ENGINEERING

(COMMUNICATION TRACK ELECTIVE) Synopsis:

This course discusses operation of audio and

video equipment including amplifiers, processors, audio/ video mixers, distribution

amps, TV cameras, microphones, monitors

systems integration, studio electro-

acoustics and lighting, TV and radio

transmitters and propagation, coverage

map calculation and frequency analysis, broadcast networking, broadcast ancillary

services (STL’s and satellite links). Also

includes CATV technology and DTH. Learning Outcome:

The student will be able to understand, identify and analyze the broadcast

communications systems concepts, elements

and applications. To differentiate the different broadcasting techniques such as AM, FM and

TV. To design AM, FM and TV broadcasting

network which includes coverage mapping and

interference. To understand the principle and

application of Acoustic system. To introduce

digital broadcasting; Digital Television (DTV)

and Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB). To

learn the importance of managing and set up of the broadcast station. Student will present a project design for a proposed

broadcast station.

ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTATION Synopsis:

This subject is designed for Engineering

students providing them a strong foundation

in the actual operation and testing of basic

electronic devices like resistors, capacitors, diodes and transistors. It also gives the

student practical hands-on activities on the

usage of the fundamental measuring

instruments and in assembling an

electronic power supply. Learning Outcome:

At the end of the semester, the students will be equipped with practical skills in

troubleshooting basic electronic components

and in assembling simple electronic gadget. Through group project, the students can

further develop their individual skills by

sharing and learning from their practical experiences. This will also develop their

confidence as well as widen their interests

in electronic assembly.