Study of digital computer principles, program organization, algorithm development, and implementation using high-level languages, such as C/C++ and/or Python. Topics include number systems, data types, input/output, logical operations, selections, repetitions, functions, arrays, and structures.

This course introduces the concepts and basic laws in the analysis and design of DC and AC linear electric circuits. Topics include Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff's laws, nodal and mesh analysis, Thevenin's and Norton’s theorems, Superposition, Transient response, and Sinusoidal steady state analysis and response. Lab experience in the use of elementary electrical equipment and elements.

Lab experience in the use of electrical equipment and elements, including the oscilloscope implemented with the current hardware and software approved by the department.

For non-ECE majors, this course introduces the concepts and basic laws in the analysis and design of DC and AC linear electric circuits.

This course is a follow up of ECEN 2311/2111, introducing more advanced topics in the analysis and design of DC and AC linear electric circuits. Topics include Power calculations, polyphase circuits, Frequency response, resonance, magnetically coupled circuits, two-port networks, Fourier series, and Fourier and Laplace transform applications.

This course is a follow-up to ECEN 3421. Topics include frequency response analysis of transistor amplifiers, construction of bode blots, power transistors, and heat sinks, integrated circuit biasing, current mirrors, active load devices, op-amp internal structure, feedback circuits and stability, non-ideal effects in Analog ICs, applications of integrated circuits, and hardware and/or simulation assignments involving filter design, amplifier frequency response, current sources, and 555 timers.

A targeted study of quantum mechanics for electrical engineers that develops deeper theoretical foundation for later study of electric, photonic and photoconductor engineering. Practical application of the finite-difference time-domain (FDTD) method to simulate the Schrodinger equation is used to develop an illustrative approach to modelling the behavior of electronic and photonic particles in semiconductor devises as well as in quantum telecommunications and computing hardware design.

Vector analysis, coordinate systems, static and quasi-static electric fields, electric potential, and dielectric forces. Maxwell's Equations, plane waves, transmission lines, matching networks, and Smith chart analysis.

Application of the digital computer to analysis and design of electrical systems using numerical methods and commercial software such as MATLAB. Topics include variables, matrices, vectors, functions, flow control, data fitting, and numerical integration. 1-hour design content.

Review of three-phase circuit analysis. Principles of electromechanical energy conversion, operation of transformers, DC machines, synchronous machines, induction machines, and fractional horsepower machines. Introduction to electronic motor drives, power electronics, and power network models. The per unit system. Newton-Raphson power flow. Symmetrical three-phase faults. 3 Hour lab includes the operation, analysis, and performance of transformers, motors, and generators.

In this course, students complete the design projects proposed in ELEN 4306. Students perform the design synthesis, analysis, construction, testing, and evaluation of their team projects. This course is a study of engineering fields and profession, technology/society interface, new areas of electrical and computer engineering involvement, professional development, ethics, and standards. Students make oral presentation and submit written reports on their proposed projects. Each team also prepares a poster and a demo video on their project.

Reliability of electrical energy systems to a large extent is a consequence of the reliability of its protection system. Basic building blocks of the protection system are fuses, over current and distance relays and differential protection schemes. In this course, we will introduce their principles and applications to apparatus and system protection. we will also introduce both theory and practice of the numerical relays as well as protections of main components in power system. The course can be used as a first course in power system protection. It is useful to senior students and graduate students who wants to find opportunities related to power system protection and monitoring in substations, transmission and power plant, graduate students, practicing engineers as well as the research community.

Course description: This is a senior and beginning level graduate course focusing on electric drive systems (power electronics driven electromechanical devices). The focus of the course will include permanent magnet synchronous machine drives (brushless dc) and induction motor drives. There will be a heavy emphasis on operation, physical modeling, and applied control. The topics are Introduction to advanced electric drive system, Basic Principle of advanced electric drive system, Reference Frame theory, Sinusoidal PWM and Space vector PWM inverters , DC drives, Dynamic analysis of Induction Machines, Analysis of Induction Machines in dq windings, Vector control of induction motor drives, Vector Control of Permanent magnet synchronous motor drives, Switched-reluctance motor (SRM) drives.

This course deals with the development of detailed models of power system components and their application in the analysis of the dynamic behavior of interconnected power systems in response to small and large disturbances. The main topics are alternate Energy Grid Integration Issues, Distributed Generation Technologies and the Economics of Distributed Resources in power system stability and control, introduction to Phasor measurements and Smart Grid Integration Issues, formulation of the power system stability problem, longer term stability and static and dynamic security assessments, and introduction to Power systems controls.

The course starts with switched-mode DC-DC converters. First, basic circuit operation, including steady-state converter modeling and analysis, switch realization, discontinuous conduction mode, and transformer-isolated converters will be covered. Next, converter control systems are covered, including AC modeling of converters using averaged methods, small-signal transfer functions, and classical feedback loop design.

This course discusses fundamental Verilog concepts of today's most advanced digital design techniques and it offers basic coverage of Verilog HDL from a practical design perspective. The course introduces Verilog HDL building blocks (design units) including modules, ports, processes and assignments. then it provides basic coverage of gate, dataflow (RTL), behavioral and switch modeling, timing and logic synthesis methodologies using simple circuits. Basic use of User-Defined Primitives (UPDs) will be described. Programmable logic and storage devices will also be covered. the course introduces many other essential techniques for creating tomorrow's complex digital design.

Study of electronic instrumentation systems for performing engineering measurements on electrical, mechanical, and fluid systems. Design of modern computerized industrial control and automation systems. The topics covered include: architectures of instrumentation and industrial control and automation systems IAS; signal conditioning circuits; recording systems; measurement systems for: strain, force, displacement, velocity, acceleration, temperature, fluid mass/velocity, and vibration; digital-interface; PID-controls; open system buses.

This course presents comprehensive treatments of the analysis and design of control systems based on the classical and modern control theories, applications of control engineering in space-vehicle, robotic, and modern manufacturing systems, and industrial operations involving control of temperature, pressure, humidity, flow, speed, etc. One hour design content.

Analysis and design of analog communications and digital communication systems. Topics include amplitude and frequency modulation, power and energy spectral density of communication signals, sampling and quantization of analog signals, baseband and binary bandpass digital modulation including line coding, pulse shaping, and both pulse and carrier modulation techniques, wireless communication system concepts, transmitter and receiver design concepts, and signal-to-noise ratio, bit error rate, and their relationship.

This course covers concepts starting from Maxwell’s equations, antenna directivity, efficiency and gain, near and far fields, polarization, scattering parameters, and field equivalence principle as well as an overview of methods in computational electromagnetics. Students will also become familiar with various types of antennas and electromagnetic simulations.

This course introduces the basics of antenna theory. Topics include antenna parameters, linear and loop antennas, horn antennas, reflector antennas, aperture antennas, printed antennas, dielectric resonators, and linear, planner, and circular antenna arrays as well as phased arrays.

In-depth introduction to assembly language programming and microcomputer architecture. Topics include an overview of the programming model, the instruction execution cycle, an in-depth overview of the architecture of the specific CPU, its registers, Assembly instructions, addressing modes, and an introduction to Inline. The course includes 3-hour lab work.

This course introduces various industry-grade computer-aided-design (CAD) tools used to facilitate the design, verification and analysis of complex VLSI. the course first deals with CMOS layout and fabrication then focuses on interconnect design and noise modeling. Industry tools such as Synopsis Hspice, Custom Explorer and Microwind layout and verification tool will be used for moderate-sized circuits. Parasitic extraction, layout verification, interconnect design and timing analysis are all studies. Optical interconnects are also discussed. The course also introduces Verilog programming, a desired skill sought by industry. Topics include design verification, gate-level, dataflow, behavioral and switch modeling, timing, logic synthesis and UDPs.

This course discusses fundamental Verilog concepts of today's most advanced digital design techniques and it offered broad coverage of Verilog HDL from a practical design perspective. The course covers Verilog HDL building blocks (design units) including modules, ports, processes and assignments. then it provides full coverage of gate, dataflow (RTL), behavioral and switch modeling, timing and logic synthesis methodologies. Programmable logic and storage devices will also be covered. the course introduces many other essential techniques for creating tomorrow's complex digital design.

he course starts with an overview of electronic instrumentation systems for performing engineering measurements on electrical, mechanical, and fluid systems and then progresses to more advanced topics and design of modern computerized industrial control and automation systems. The topics covered include: detailed discussion of physical principles of sensors’ operation; architectures of IAS; principals of signal conditioning, recording and measurement systems for: strain, force, displacement, velocity, acceleration, temperature, fluid mass/velocity, and vibration; digital-interface; PID controls; open system buses; and other advanced topics in ISA.

This course covers concepts regarding electromagnetics, antennas, RF and microwaves, computational electromagnetics as well as design and simulation of various types of antennas and radar cross section using electromagnetic simulation software. In addition, some specific types of antennas such as broadband and frequency-independent antennas will be covered.

This course introduces the printed antennas and microstrip circuits such as patch antennas, inverted L/F antennas, monopole and dipole antennas, transmission lines, feeding networks, filters, and directional couplers, for wideband, ultrawideband, and multiband applications.

Advanced topics suitable for research along with research procedures will be discussed. Field study organization and content together with doctoral research problems and progress will be represented. Topics will vary each semester and course may be repeated for credit. Registration and completion for three semesters is required of all doctoral candidates.

This course introduces the printed antennas and microstrip circuits, and their design and analysis using computational electromagnetic tools such FDTD, MoM or FE.

An internship period under personal supervision. Approval must be obtained from the student’s graduate committee. Usually, a formal proposal will be required. May be taken for either six or twelve hours credit per semester. Must be repeated for credit until field study is completed.

An internship period under personal supervision. Approval must be obtained from the student’s graduate committee. Usually, a formal proposal will be required. May be taken for either six or twelve hours credit per semester. Must be repeated for credit until field study is completed.