Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Department Head: Dr. Nicolas Younan
Major Advisor: Kylie Crosland
Office: 216 Simrall Engineering Building
Alumni, employers, faculty and students participate in a process used to develop educational objectives for the undergraduate programs in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering. Within a few years of graduation, program graduates completing the baccalaureate degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering will:
- Be recognized by their peers as fundamentally sound in the application of mathematics, science, computing, and engineering.
- Be engaged in the practice of Electrical or Computer Engineering as innovative problem solvers with a strong work ethic, by identifying and implementing solutions using the proper tools, practical approaches, and flexible thinking.
- Be productive and demonstrate leadership in the practice of Electrical or Computer Engineering, both individually and within multidisciplinary teams, using effective oral and written communication skills when working with peers, supervisors, and the public.
- Be responsible in the practice of Electrical or Computer Engineering, relying on sound engineering ethics, a commitment to lifelong learning and a genuine concern for society and the environment.
Computer Engineering Major (CPE)
Major Advisor: Ms. Kylie Crosland
Office: 216 Simrall Engineering Building
With the origin of the modern computer dating back to the late 1940’s and the growth of computer hardware fueled by the availability of digital integrated circuits starting in the late 1960’s, computer engineers have enjoyed a pivotal role in technology that now permeates our entire society. Whether the end product is an integrated circuit, a system of networked embedded computers, or any system that relies on digital hardware or computer software, its development requires the skills of a computer engineer. While computing systems include both hardware and software, it is the optimal combination of these components that is the unique realm of the computer engineer. Today, computer engineers are a driving force in the technological and economic development of the digital age.
The curriculum requirements for computer engineering are built around a substantial engineering core curriculum and required courses in electrical engineering and computer science. The requirements in mathematics, the basic sciences, and engineering sciences provide the breadth of exposure required for all engineering disciplines. Basic electrical engineering requirements include circuit theory, electronics and digital devices which are supplemented by upper-level courses in computer architecture, and computer aided design of digital systems. Basic computer science courses include a coordinated sequence providing fundamental knowledge in data structures, algorithms, object oriented programming, software engineering, real-time application and software development tools. These courses are developed across multiple platforms and are based on the Python and Java language. Upper-level courses in data communications and computer networks, algorithms and operating systems are also provided. Students wishing to gain depth of coverage in communications, parallel computing, VLSI, embedded systems or signal processing can achieve this with the availability of technical electives selected from an approved list or in consultation with a faculty advisor. Required courses in communications skills, social sciences and humanities provide studies in non-technical areas that are traditional in a broad-based education. A capstone senior design course requires students to apply newfound knowledge and explore entrepreneurship. Students research and identify a problem and work in teams applying a combination of hardware and software to develop a solution. Critical and Final Design Reviews enable students to develop their professional presentation skills.
Students expecting to graduate from Mississippi State University with a bachelor of science degree in computer engineering, in addition to satisfactorily completing the CPE curriculum requirements, must meet the following minimum GPA requirements for graduation:
- make an overall C average on all hours scheduled and rescheduled at all institutions attended, including MSU (2.00 or better cumulative GPA)
- make a C average on all hours scheduled and rescheduled at MSU (2.00 or better MSU GPA)
- earn at least a 2.5/4.0 average on all hours with ECE or CSE course prefixes scheduled and rescheduled at all institutions attended, including MSU
The computer engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.
This program is offered through joint efforts of faculty in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and the Department of Computer Science and Engineering.
Electrical Engineering Major (EE)
Major Advisor: Ms. Kylie Crosland
Office: 216 Simrall Engineering Building
The electrical engineer is a principal contributor to the modern technological age in which we live today. Following in the footsteps of inventors such as Thomas Edison and Alexander Graham Bell, the electrical engineer is developing technology that improves the quality of life. Developments in microelectronics, telecommunications, and power systems have had a profound effect on each of us. Electrical engineers have affected all segments of our society such as transportation, medicine, and the entertainment industry, to name only a few. Indeed, the electrical engineer has principally been responsible for the advent of the computer age in which we live today as well as the computer’s miniaturization and rapid expansion in computational power.
The curriculum in electrical engineering has a foundation based on the principles of the electrical and physical sciences and uses mathematics as a common language to facilitate the solution of engineering problems. The core curriculum consists of a sequence of courses in digital devices, circuits and electronics, electromagnetic field theory, and modern energy conversion. In the senior year, students have the opportunity to take additional course work in one or more technical areas that include: telecommunications, electromagnetics, power systems, high voltage, feedback control systems, microelectronics, signal processing, and computer systems. Supporting course work outside electrical engineering consists of a strong background in mathematics, physical sciences, computer programming, social sciences, fine arts, humanities, and personal communication skills. Computers are used extensively throughout the curriculum, and students are expected to become proficient in higher-order programming languages and several application software tools. Although the concept of design is stressed throughout the program so as to emphasize the problem-solving skills of the engineer, the senior year includes a capstone design experience where much of the previous study is culminated. Through this two-semester design course sequence, students are required to integrate design and analytical problem-solving skills together with communication skills in a team environment.
Students expecting to graduate from Mississippi State University with a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering, in addition to satisfactorily completing the EE curriculum requirements, must meet the following minimum GPA requirements for graduation:
- make an overall C average on all hours scheduled and rescheduled at all institutions attended, including MSU (2.00 or better cumulative GPA)
- make a C average on all hours scheduled and rescheduled at MSU (2.00 or better MSU GPA)
- earn at least a 2.5/4.0 average on all hours with ECE or CSE course prefixes scheduled and rescheduled at all institutions attended, including MSU
The electrical engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.
Computer Engineering Major (CPE)
General Education Requirements
| English Composition | ||
| EN 1103 | English Composition I | 3 |
| or EN 1104 | Expanded English Composition I | |
| EN 1113 | English Composition II | 3 |
| or EN 1173 | Accelerated Composition II | |
| Mathematics | ||
See Major Core | ||
| Science | ||
See Major Core | ||
| Humanities | ||
| See General Education courses | 6 | |
| Fine Arts | ||
| See General Education courses | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Sciences | ||
| See General Education courses | 6 | |
| Major Core | ||
| Math and Basic Science | ||
| MA 1713 | Calculus I | 3 |
| MA 1723 | Calculus II | 3 |
| MA 2733 | Calculus III | 3 |
| MA 2743 | Calculus IV | 3 |
| MA 3113 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MA 3253 | Differential Equations I | 3 |
| IE 4613 | Engineering Statistics I | 3 |
| CH 1213 | Chemistry I | 3 |
| CH 1211 | Investigations in Chemistry I | 1 |
| PH 2213 | Physics I | 3 |
| PH 2223 | Physics II | 3 |
| Engineering Topics | ||
| CSE 1284 | Introduction to Computer Programming | 4 |
| CSE 1384 | Intermediate Computer Programming | 4 |
| CSE 2383 | Data Structures and Analysis of Algorithms | 3 |
| CSE 2813 | Discrete Structures | 3 |
| CSE 3324 | Distributed Client/Server Programming | 4 |
| CSE 4733 | Operating Systems I | 3 |
| CSE 4833 | Introduction to Analysis of Algorithms | 3 |
| ECE 1013 | Introduction to ECE Design I | 3 |
| ECE 1022 | Introduction to ECE Design II | 2 |
| ECE 3413 | Introduction to Electronic Circuits | 3 |
| ECE 3424 | Intermediate Electronic Circuits | 4 |
| ECE 3434 | Advanced Electronic Circuits | 4 |
| ECE 3443 | Signals and Systems | 3 |
| ECE 3714 | Digital Devices and Logic Design | 4 |
| ECE 3724 | Microprocessors | 4 |
| ECE 4723 | Embedded Systems | 3 |
| or ECE 4263 | Principles of VLSI Design | |
| ECE 4532 | CPE Design I | 2 |
| ECE 4542 | CPE Design II | 2 |
| ECE 4713 | Computer Architecture | 3 |
| ECE 4743 | Digital System Design | 3 |
| ECE 4833 | Data Communications and Computer Networks | 3 |
| CPE Technical Electives 1 | 6 | |
| Oral Communication Requirement | ||
| Fulfilled in ECE 1013, ECE 1022, ECE 4532, ECE 4542, and GE 3513 | ||
| Writing Requirement | ||
| GE 3513 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| Computer Literacy | ||
| Fulfilled in Engineering Topics courses | ||
| Total Hours | 128 | |
| 1 | See advisor for approved courses. |
Electrical Engineering Major (EE)
General Education Requirements
| English Composition | ||
| EN 1103 | English Composition I | 3 |
| or EN 1104 | Expanded English Composition I | |
| EN 1113 | English Composition II | 3 |
| or EN 1173 | Accelerated Composition II | |
| Mathematics | ||
See Major Core | ||
| Science | ||
See Major Core | ||
| Humanities | ||
| See General Education courses | 6 | |
| Fine Arts | ||
| See General Education courses | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Sciences | ||
| See General Education courses | 6 | |
| Major Core | ||
| Math and Basic Science | ||
| MA 1713 | Calculus I | 3 |
| MA 1723 | Calculus II | 3 |
| MA 2733 | Calculus III | 3 |
| MA 2743 | Calculus IV | 3 |
| MA 3113 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MA 3253 | Differential Equations I | 3 |
| IE 4613 | Engineering Statistics I | 3 |
| CH 1213 | Chemistry I | 3 |
| CH 1211 | Investigations in Chemistry I | 1 |
| PH 2213 | Physics I | 3 |
| PH 2223 | Physics II | 3 |
| Engineering Topics | ||
| CSE 1284 | Introduction to Computer Programming | 4 |
| CSE 1384 | Intermediate Computer Programming | 4 |
| CSE 2383 | Data Structures and Analysis of Algorithms | 3 |
| ECE 1013 | Introduction to ECE Design I | 3 |
| ECE 1022 | Introduction to ECE Design II | 2 |
| ECE 3213 | Introduction to Solid State Electronics | 3 |
| ECE 3413 | Introduction to Electronic Circuits | 3 |
| ECE 3424 | Intermediate Electronic Circuits | 4 |
| ECE 3434 | Advanced Electronic Circuits | 4 |
| ECE 3443 | Signals and Systems | 3 |
| ECE 3313 | Electromagnetics I | 3 |
| ECE 3323 | Electromagnetics II | 3 |
| ECE 3614 | Fundamentals of Energy Systems | 4 |
| ECE 4512 | EE Design I | 2 |
| ECE 4522 | EE Design II | 2 |
| ECE 3714 | Digital Devices and Logic Design | 4 |
| ECE 3724 | Microprocessors | 4 |
| EM 2413 | Engineering Mechanics I | 3 |
| or ME 3513 | Thermodynamics I | |
| EE technical electives 1 | 9 | |
| Engineering Science elective 1 | 3 | |
| Professional Enrichment elective 1 | 3 | |
| Oral Communication Requirement | ||
| Fulfilled in ECE 1013, ECE 1022, ECE 4512, ECE 4522, and GE 3513 | ||
| Writing Requirement | ||
| GE 3513 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| Computer Literacy | ||
| Fulfilled in Engineering Topics courses | ||
| Total Hours | 128 | |
| 1 | See advisor for approved courses. |
A minor in Electrical Engineering (EE) will prepare students for additional study or employment in electrical engineering fields. Students will become familiar with basic theory and techniques necessary for analyzing electrical and electronics systems and informing their design decisions involving electrical and electronics systems. Academic advising toward the EE mionor is available from the ECE Undergraduate Program Coordinator located in 216 Simrall.
Students majoring in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering are not eligible.
A minimum of 16 hours must be taken to obtain the EE minor. All courses used to earn the EE minor must be taken at MSU. A grade of "C" or better must be earned in all courses for the EE minor. A minimum grade point average of 2.0/4.0 is required in all courses taken as a part of the EE minor.
For all eligible MSU majors, the EE minor consists of three required courses and two restricted elective courses. Note that some course choices may require other courses as prerequisites.
| Required Courses | ||
| ECE 3413 | Introduction to Electronic Circuits | 3 |
| ECE 3424 | Intermediate Electronic Circuits | 4 |
| ECE 3443 | Signals and Systems | 3 |
| Select two of the following courses: | 6 | |
| Introduction to Solid State Electronics | ||
| Electromagnetics I | ||
| Electromagnetics II | ||
| Advanced Electronic Circuits | ||
| Fundamentals of Energy Systems | ||
| Principles of VLSI Design | ||
| Nano-electronics | ||
| Antennas | ||
| Electromagnetic Compatibility | ||
| RF and Microwave Engineering | ||
| Digital Signal Processing | ||
| Introduction to Radar | ||
| Power Transmission Systems | ||
| Power Distribution Systems | ||
| Introduction to Power Electronics | ||
| Fundamentals of High Voltage Engineering | ||
| Communications Theory | ||
| Feedback Control Systems I | ||
| Feedback Control Systems II | ||
| State Space Design and Instruments | ||
| Total Hours | 16 | |
Courses
ECE 1001 First Year Seminar: 1 hour.
One hour lecture. First-year seminars explore a diverse arrary of topics that provide students with an opportunity to learn about a specific discipline from skilled faculty members
ECE 1013 Introduction to ECE Design I: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Credit or registration in CSE 1284). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Introduction to the profession, college, department, and program. Survey of ECE technical knowledge and tools crucial in early ECE courses. Introduction to engineering design, teaming, and technical communication
ECE 1022 Introduction to ECE Design II: 2 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in both ECE 1013 and CSE 1284.). One hour lecture. Two hours laboratory. Technical communication (including engineering team communication) and engineering ethics. Project planning and management. Documenting, designing, prototyping, testing, and oral presentations of an engineering design project
ECE 2990 Special Topics in Electrical and Computer Engineering: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
ECE 3183 Electrical Engineering Systems: 3 hours.
(For non-Electrical Engineering majors). (Prerequisite: MA 2743). Three hours lecture. Definitions and laws relating to electrical quantities; circuit element descriptions; development of techniques in network analysis; semiconductor devices; integration of devices into digital networks
ECE 3213 Introduction to Solid State Electronics: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: grade of C or better in ECE 3424). Three hours lecture. Introduction to quantum mechanics, semiconductor physics and solid state electronics. Energy band structure and charge carriers in semiconductors. Junctions, diodes and transistors
ECE 3283 Electronics: 3 hours.
(For non-Electrical Engineering majors).( Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ECE 3413 or ECE 3183). Three hours lecture. Fundamentals of active devices, linear amplifiers, digital logic, digital and microprocessors
ECE 3313 Electromagnetics I: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: MA 3253, PH 2223). Three hours lecture. Introduction to engineering electromagnetics with applications. Vector analysis, static and time-varying electromagnetic fields, wave propagation, and transmission lines
ECE 3323 Electromagnetics II: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 3313). Three hour lecture. Waveguides and cavity resonators, fiber optics, antennas, electromagnetic compatibility, analytical and numerical solution techniques in electromagnetics
ECE 3413 Introduction to Electronic Circuits: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in both MA 1723 and PH 2223). Three hours lecture. Fundamentals of electric circuits and network analysis. DC and AC circuits. AC power. Ideal transformers. Frequency response of networks. Ideal operational amplifiers and circuits
ECE 3424 Intermediate Electronic Circuits: 4 hours.
(Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in both ECE 3413 and MA 3253). Three hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. First-order and second-order transient analysis. Operation circuit models and application of diodes and field-effect and bipolar junction transistors. Electronic instrumentation
ECE 3434 Advanced Electronic Circuits: 4 hours.
(Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ECE 3424; and credit or registration in ECE 1022). Three hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Feedback and stability. Operational-amplifier and data-converter circuits. Introduction to CMOS logic circuits. Filters and tuned amplifiers. Signal generator circuits. Power amplifiers
ECE 3443 Signals and Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 3424 or ECE 3153). Three hours lecture. Modeling of analog and discrete-time signals and systems, time domain analysis. Fourier series, continuous and discrete-time Fourier transforms and applications, sampling, z-transform, state variables
ECE 3614 Fundamentals of Energy Systems: 4 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 3413 and credit or registration in ECE 3313). Three hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Synchronous generators; power transmission lines and cables; power transformers; induction and direct current motors; power electronic and programmable controllers; National Electric Code and electrical safety
ECE 3714 Digital Devices and Logic Design: 4 hours.
(Prerequisite: Credit or registration in CSE 1213, CSE 1233, or CSE 1284 ). Three hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Binary codes, Boolean, algebra, combinational logic design, flip-flops, counters, synchronous sequential logic, programmable logic devices, MSI logic devices, adder circuits
ECE 3724 Microprocessors: 4 hours.
(Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ECE 3714, CSE 1384, and credit or registration in CSE 2383). Three hour lecture. Three hour laboratory. Architecture of microprocessor-based systems. Study of microprocessor operation, assembly language, arithmetic operations, and interfacing
ECE 4000 Directed Individual Study in Electrical and Computer Engineering: 1-6 hours.
Hours and credit to be arranged
ECE 4193 Automotive Engineering: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Fundamentals of automotive engineering, including power units, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and industrial and systems engineering aspects. (Same as CHE/IE/ME 4193/6193 )
ECE 4243 Introduction to Physical Electronics: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in ECE 3424). Three hours lecture. Introduction to quantum mechanics and solid state physics. Physical principles of pn junctions, bipolar transistors, field effect transistors. Applications include electro-optics, integrated circuits, gaseous electronics
ECE 4263 Principles of VLSI Design: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites:Grade of C or better in both ECE 3724 and ECE 3424).Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Classic and dynamic CMOS circuit design using state-of-the-art CAD tools, with emphasis on digital system cells and architecture
ECE 4273 Microelectronics Process Design: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in ECE 3424). Three hours lecture. Theory of semiconductors in equilibrium and non-equilibrium, advanced theory of p-n junctions, bipolar junction transistor and advanced theory and operation of field dependent devices
ECE 4283 Microelectronics Device Design: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 3424). Three hours lecture. Introduction to device fabrication technologies, semiconductor parameter measurement techniques, and the principles of design relative to the LSI technologies
ECE 4293 Nano-electronics: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: ECE 3213, PH 2233 or PH 3613, or equivalent). Three hours lecture. Theoretical foundations of nano-electronics, overview of nano-fabrication, general principles of nan-electronic devices, modern applications including integrated circuits, photonics, renewable energy and bio-medical
ECE 4313 Antennas: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 3323 ). Three hours lecture. Introduction to antennas and electromagnetic radiation, antenna design and analysis, antenna performance measures, antenna types, and antenna arrays
ECE 4323 Electromagnetic Compatibility: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 3323 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Introduction to EMC EMC standards, EMC measurements emissions and susceptibility, non-ideal behavior of components, signal spectra, crosstalk and shielding
ECE 4333 RF and Microwave Engineering: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in ECE 3323 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Introduction to RF and microwave engineering, unguided and guided wave types, transmission lines, waveguides, microwave networks, impedance matching techniques, and microwave components
ECE 4411 Remote Sensing Seminar: 1 hour.
(Prerequisite:Junior Standing). One hour lecture. Lectures by remote sensing experts from industry, academia and governmental agencies on next- generation systems, applications, and economic and societal impact of remote sensing. May be repeated for credit up to four credits. (Same as PSS 4411/6411, FO 4411/6411, GR 4411/6411)
ECE 4413 Digital Signal Processing: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 3443). Three hours lecture. Discrete time signals, Z-Transform, Discrete Fourier Transform, digital filter design including IIR, FIR, and FFT synthesis
ECE 4423 Introduction to Remote Sensing Technologies: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: senior or graduate standing, or consent of instructor.) Three hours lecture. Electromagnetic interaction passive sensors, multispectral and hyperspectral optical sensors, active sensors, imaging radar, SAR, Lidar, digital image processing, natural resource applications. (Same as PSS 4483/6483 and ABE 4483/6483)
ECE 4433 Introduction to Radar: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 3443 or permission of instructor). Three hours lecture. An overview of the basic concepts of radar including transmitters, receivers, target detection, antennas, signal processing, and tracking
ECE 4512 EE Design I: 2 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 3434, ECE 3443 and ECE 3724 and in either ECE 3323 or ECE 3614; co-registration in GE 3513; and consent of instructor). One hour lecture. Three hours laboratory. Students demonstrate engineering design cycle via working prototypes, documentation, and oral presentation
ECE 4522 EE Design II: 2 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in ECE 4512). One hour lecture. Three hours laboratory. Prototyping, documentation, and oral presentation of an engineering design project. Lectures on legal aspects and industry standards relating to design, professional ethics, career design skills
ECE 4532 CPE Design I: 2 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in CSE 3324 and ECE 4743 and in either ECE 3434 or ECE 3443; co-registration in GE 3513, and consent of instructor.) One hour lecture. Three hours laboratory. Students demonstrate engineering design cycle via working prototypes, documentation, and oral presentation
ECE 4542 CPE Design II: 2 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in ECE 3434 and ECE 4532) One hour lecture. Three hours laboratory. Development of design, teaming, presentation, and entrepreneurial skills. Teams must complete their project designs, and present written and oral results
ECE 4613 Power Transmission Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 3614). Three hours lecture. Transmission of power from generator to distribution system; transmission line design; load flow; symmetrical components; balanced/unbalanced faults; stability
ECE 4633 Power Distribution Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 3614). Three hours lecture. Distribution of power from transmission system to users; primary and secondary feeders; voltage regulation; distribution transformers; protective device coordination; system design; load management
ECE 4643 Power Systems Relaying and Control: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C of better in ECE 4613). Three hours lecture. Protection objectives and fundamentals; inputs; protection of generators, transformers, busses and lines; stability and control
ECE 4653 Introduction to Power Electronics: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in both ECE 3614 and ECE 3424 or equivalent). Three hours lecture. Introduction to power electronic circuits, with emphasis on design and analysis of power semiconductor converters including DC-DC converters, PWM inverters, and DC power supplies
ECE 4663 Insulation Coordination in Electric Power Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Credit or registration in ECE 4613). Three hours lecture. Lightning phenomena; switching surges and temporary system overvoltages; laboratory generation and application of high voltages and currents; basic insulation levels; surge arresters; system insulation design
ECE 4673 Fundamentals of High Voltage Engineering: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in ECE 3614).Three hours lecture. Electrical fields, fields in multi-dielectrics, breakdown mechanisms in gases, liguids, and solid dielectrics, laboratory generation of high voltages, hight voltage insulators and cables
ECE 4713 Computer Architecture: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites:Grade of C or better in ECE 3724). Three hours lecture. Detailed design and implementation of a stored-program digital computer system. Designs for the CPU, I/O subsystems, and memory organizations. ALU design and computer arithmetic
ECE 4723 Embedded Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in CSE 3324 and ECE 3724 and in either ECE 3424 or CSE 4153). Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Advanced topics in embedded systems design using contemporary practice. Interrupt-driven, reactive, real-time, object-oriented, and distributed client/server embedded systems
ECE 4743 Digital System Design: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites:Grade of C or better in ECE 3724. Credit or registration in ECE 3424). Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Hierarchical digital design using available design software. Computer aided design workstations will be used to give students access to state-of-the-art design techniques
ECE 4763 Information and Computer Security: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in CSE 4733/6733). Three hours lecture. Topics include encryption systems, network security, electronic commerce, systems threats, and risk avoidance procedures. (Same as CSE 4243/6243)
ECE 4783 Vision Based Guidance for MAVs: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in both MA 3113 and MA 3253). Two hours lecture and one hour laboratory. This course covers the use of modern computer vision techniques applied to the control of micro air vehicles (MAVs)
ECE 4800 Undergraduate Research: 13 hours.
The purpose of this course is to provide a student with the opportunity to participate in research and/or creative project beyond the traditional undergraduate experience, while allowing the university to track undergraduate participation in these activities. Hours, credits and deliverables to be arranged
ECE 4813 Communications Theory: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 3443 ). Three hours lecture. The frequency and time domain; modulation; random signal theory; network analysis using nondeterministic signals; basic information theory; noise
ECE 4823 Digital Communications: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in ECE 4813/6813 or equivalent). Three hours lecture. Digital communications systems design trade-offs and performance analysis in the presence of AWGN. Principle topics;transmission and detection, link analysis, channel coding, multiple access, spread-spectrum
ECE 4833 Data Communications and Computer Networks: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: CSE 1384 or ECE 3732, and ECE 3724, both with a grade of C or better). Three hours lecture. The concepts and practices of data communications and networking to provide student with an understanding of the hardware and software used for data communications. (Same as CSE 4153/6153)
ECE 4843 Error Correcting Digital Codes: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Senior or Gradute Standing). Three hours lecture. A survey, in depth, of current error correcting coding techniques for providing digital data transmission with protection from random and burst noise sources. Many practical and currently used techniques are discussed in detail and some hands-on experience is provided
ECE 4853 Electro-Optics: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in ECE 3424 or consent of instructor).Three hours lecture. Linear system theory of optical processes ; Electroptic systems;electro-optical information processing
ECE 4913 Feedback Control Systems I: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 3443). Three hours lecture. Laplace transforms; transient and frequency response of feedback systems; transfer functions; Nyquist criterion, root locus; compensation of feedback systems; logarithmic analysis and design
ECE 4923 Feedback Control Systems II: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in ECE 3443). Three hours lecture. Finite difference and recurrence equations. z-transform theory. Analysis of sampled-data control systems. Design of digital control systems
ECE 4933 State Space Design and Instruments: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in ECE 3443). Three hours lecture. State space representation. Dynamic systems. Controllability and observability. Full-state feedback observers. Instrumentation: sensors and interfacing
ECE 4943 Automation, Data Acquisition, and PLCs: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 3443). Two hours lecture, one hour laboratory. Automation and control of industrial processes, identification of sensors and data acquisition, and the use of PLCs to implement control processes
ECE 4990 Special Topics in Electrical and Computer Engineering: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
ECE 6193 Automotive Engineering: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Fundamentals of automotive engineering, including power units, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and industrial and systems engineering aspects. (Same as CHE/IE/ME 4193/6193 )
ECE 6243 Introduction to Physical Electronics: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in ECE 3424). Three hours lecture. Introduction to quantum mechanics and solid state physics. Physical principles of pn junctions, bipolar transistors, field effect transistors. Applications include electro-optics, integrated circuits, gaseous electronics
ECE 6263 Principles of VLSI Design: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites:Grade of C or better in both ECE 3724 and ECE 3424).Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Classic and dynamic CMOS circuit design using state-of-the-art CAD tools, with emphasis on digital system cells and architecture
ECE 6273 Microelectronics Device Design: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in ECE 3424). Three hours lecture. Theory of semiconductors in equilibrium and non-equilibrium, advanced theory of p-n junctions, bipolar junction transistor and advanced theory and operation of field dependent devices
ECE 6283 Microelectronics Process Design: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 3424). Three hours lecture. Introduction to device fabrication technologies, semiconductor parameter measurement techniques, and the principles of design relative to the LSI technologies
ECE 6293 Nano-electronics: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: ECE 3213, PH 2233 or PH 3613, or equivalent). Three hours lecture. Theoretical foundations of nano-electronics, overview of nano-fabrication, general principles of nan-electronic devices, modern applications including integrated circuits, photonics, renewable energy and bio-medical
ECE 6313 Antennas: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 3323 ). Three hours lecture. Introduction to antennas and electromagnetic radiation, antenna design and analysis, antenna performance measures, antenna types, and antenna arrays
ECE 6323 Electromagnetic Compatibility: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 3323 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Introduction to EMC EMC standards, EMC measurements emissions and susceptibility, non-ideal behavior of components, signal spectra, crosstalk and shielding
ECE 6333 RF and Microwave Engineering: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in ECE 3323 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Introduction to RF and microwave engineering, unguided and guided wave types, transmission lines, waveguides, microwave networks, impedance matching techniques, and microwave components
ECE 6411 Remote Sensing Seminar: 1 hour.
(Prerequisite:Junior Standing). One hour lecture. Lectures by remote sensing experts from industry, academia and governmental agencies on next- generation systems, applications, and economic and societal impact of remote sensing. May be repeated for credit up to four credits. (Same as PSS 4411/6411, FO 4411/6411, GR 4411/6411)
ECE 6413 Digital Signal Processing: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 3443). Three hours lecture. Discrete time signals, Z-Transform, Discrete Fourier Transform, digital filter design including IIR, FIR, and FFT synthesis
ECE 6423 Introduction to Remote Sensing Technologies: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: senior or graduate standing, or consent of instructor.) Three hours lecture. Electromagnetic interaction passive sensors, multispectral and hyperspectral optical sensors, active sensors, imaging radar, SAR, Lidar, digital image processing, natural resource applications. (Same as PSS 4483/6483 and ABE 4483/6483)
ECE 6433 Introduction to Radar: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 3443 or permission of instructor). Three hours lecture. An overview of the basic concepts of radar including transmitters, receivers, target detection, antennas, signal processing, and tracking
ECE 6613 Power Transmission Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 3614). Three hours lecture. Transmission of power from generator to distribution system; transmission line design; load flow; symmetrical components; balanced/unbalanced faults; stability
ECE 6633 Power Distribution Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 3614). Three hours lecture. Distribution of power from transmission system to users; primary and secondary feeders; voltage regulation; distribution transformers; protective device coordination; system design; load management
ECE 6643 Power Systems Relaying and Control: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C of better in ECE 4613). Three hours lecture. Protection objectives and fundamentals; inputs; protection of generators, transformers, busses and lines; stability and control
ECE 6653 Introduction to Power Electronics: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in both ECE 3614 and ECE 3424 or equivalent). Three hours lecture. Introduction to power electronic circuits, with emphasis on design and analysis of power semiconductor converters including DC-DC converters, PWM inverters, and DC power supplies
ECE 6663 Insulation Coordination in Electric Power Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Credit or registration in ECE 4613). Three hours lecture. Lightning phenomena; switching surges and temporary system overvoltages; laboratory generation and application of high voltages and currents; basic insulation levels; surge arresters; system insulation design
ECE 6673 Fundamentals of High Voltage Engineering: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in ECE 3614).Three hours lecture. Electrical fields, fields in multi-dielectrics, breakdown mechanisms in gases, liguids, and solid dielectrics, laboratory generation of high voltages, hight voltage insulators and cables
ECE 6713 Computer Architecture: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites:Grade of C or better in ECE 3724). Three hours lecture. Detailed design and implementation of a stored-program digital computer system. Designs for the CPU, I/O subsystems, and memory organizations. ALU design and computer arithmetic
ECE 6723 Embedded Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in CSE 3324 and ECE 3724 and in either ECE 3424 or CSE 4153). Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Advanced topics in embedded systems design using contemporary practice. Interrupt-driven, reactive, real-time, object-oriented, and distributed client/server embedded systems
ECE 6743 Digital System Design: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites:Grade of C or better in ECE 3724. Credit or registration in ECE 3424). Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Hierarchical digital design using available design software. Computer aided design workstations will be used to give students access to state-of-the-art design techniques
ECE 6763 Information and Computer Security: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in CSE 4733/6733). Three hours lecture. Topics include encryption systems, network security, electronic commerce, systems threats, and risk avoidance procedures. (Same as CSE 4243/6243)
ECE 6783 Vision Based Guidance for MAVs: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in both MA 3113 and MA 3253). Two hours lecture and one hour laboratory. This course covers the use of modern computer vision techniques applied to the control of micro air vehicles (MAVs)
ECE 6813 Communications Theory: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 3443 ). Three hours lecture. The frequency and time domain; modulation; random signal theory; network analysis using nondeterministic signals; basic information theory; noise
ECE 6823 Digital Communications: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in ECE 4813/6813 or equivalent). Three hours lecture. Digital communications systems design trade-offs and performance analysis in the presence of AWGN. Principle topics;transmission and detection, link analysis, channel coding, multiple access, spread-spectrum
ECE 6833 Data Communications and Computer Networks: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: CSE 1384 or ECE 3732, and ECE 3724, both with a grade of C or better). Three hours lecture. The concepts and practices of data communications and networking to provide student with an understanding of the hardware and software used for data communications. (Same as CSE 4153/6153)
ECE 6843 Error Correcting Digital Codes: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Senior or Gradute Standing). Three hours lecture. A survey, in depth, of current error correcting coding techniques for providing digital data transmission with protection from random and burst noise sources. Many practical and currently used techniques are discussed in detail and some hands-on experience is provided
ECE 6853 Electro-Optics: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in ECE 3424 or consent of instructor).Three hours lecture. Linear system theory of optical processes ; Electroptic systems;electro-optical information processing
ECE 6913 Feedback Control Systems I: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 3443). Three hours lecture. Laplace transforms; transient and frequency response of feedback systems; transfer functions; Nyquist criterion, root locus; compensation of feedback systems; logarithmic analysis and design
ECE 6923 Feedback Control Systems II: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in ECE 3443). Three hours lecture. Finite difference and recurrence equations. z-transform theory. Analysis of sampled-data control systems. Design of digital control systems
ECE 6933 State Space Design and Instruments: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in ECE 3443). Three hours lecture. State space representation. Dynamic systems. Controllability and observability. Full-state feedback observers. Instrumentation: sensors and interfacing
ECE 6943 Automation, Data Acquisition, and PLCs: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 3443). Two hours lecture, one hour laboratory. Automation and control of industrial processes, identification of sensors and data acquisition, and the use of PLCs to implement control processes
ECE 6990 Special Topics in Electrical and Computer Engineering: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
ECE 7000 Directed Individual Study in Electrical and Computer Engineering: 1-6 hours.
Hours and credits to be arranged
ECE 8000 Thesis Research/ Thesis in Electrical and Computer Engineering: 1-13 hours.
Hours and credits to be arranged
ECE 8063 Parallel Computer Arch I: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 4713/6713/ CS 4113/6113). Three hours lecture. Study of hardware structures relevant to concurrent computing; evaluation and design methods associated with memory, pipelining, and multiple processors
ECE 8223 Analog Integrated Circuit Design: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 3434). Analysis and design of analog integrated circuits. Selected topics on operational amplifiers, A-to-D converters and communication circuits. Bi-polar and MOSFETS
ECE 8273 VLSI Systems I: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 4263/6263). Three hours lecture VLSI design extended into controller concepts, self-timed logic; system design with CAD tools, parameterized block generators, silicon compilers, projects submitted to commercial silicon foundries
ECE 8313 Electromagnetic Theory: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 3254). Three hours lecture. Static boundary value problems, conformal transformation; Schwarz-Christoffel transformation; harmonics; application of Maxwell's equations to plane waves in dielectrics and conductors; antennas; and radiation. (Same as PH 8313)
ECE 8323 Electromagnetic Theory II: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 8313). Three hours lecture. Maxwell’s theory of electromagnetism: Electromagnetic waves, radiation, antennas, waveguides, scattering, diffraction, and special relativity. (Same as PH 8323)
ECE 8333 Radar Signal Processing: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 4413/6413 and ECE 4433/6433, or permission of instructor). Three hours lecture. An overview of radar signal processing, including waveform selection, Doppler processing, integration, pulse compression, target detection, and synthetic-aperture-radar processing
ECE 8401 Current Topics in Remote Sensing: 1 hour.
(Prerequisite: Credit or registration in ECE 4423/6423 or PSS 4483/6483 or ABE 4483/6483). One hour lecture. Review of current literature dealing with the technical issues of remote sensing technologies
ECE 8423 Adaptive Signal Processing: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: ECE 3443 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Adaptive filtering, theoretical foundation, algorithms, structures, and implementations. Applications are included
ECE 8433 Statical Signal Processing: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: MA 4533/6533 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Detection theory and design, statistical decisions, Bayes and Neyman-Pearson detection, asymptotic performance, signal processing applications
ECE 8443 Pattern Recognition: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: MA 4533/6533 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Classification description, and structure of pattern recognition, patterns and feature extractions, engineering approaches including statistical and syntactic, and signal processing applications
ECE 8453 Introduction to Wavelets: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 3443 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Wavelet-expansion systems, discrete wavelet transform, multiresolution analysis, time-frequency anaylsis, filter banks and the discrete wavelet transform, wavelet transform, wavelet design, wavelet-based applications
ECE 8473 Digital Image Processing: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: CS 1233, CS 1284 or equivalent, ECE 4413/ 6413 ). Three hours lecture. A study of digital image processing principles, concepts, and algorithms; mathematical models; image perception; image sampling and quantization, transforms, image coding
ECE 8483 Image and Video Coding: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 8473 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Intraframe predictive coding, intraframe transform coding, still-image coding standards, motion compensation, video-coding standards, image transmission and error control
ECE 8493 Introduction to Neural Networks: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:ECE 4413/6413 or equivalent). Three hours lecture. Neural network architectures, training algorithms,and applications in areas such as signal processing and pattern classification
ECE 8623 Stability and Control of Power Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Transient and dynamic stability; effect of excitation on stability; control of system in steady state (AGC); economic dispatch
ECE 8633 Control of Distributed Energy Resource Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 3614 or ECE 4913 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Control aspects of power electronic converters used as the interface in distributed and renewable energy systems including the power flow control, power quality aspects, grid supporting functions and stability issues
ECE 8663 High Voltage Engineering: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 3313). Three hours lecture. Emission, mobility, breakdown, corona, arcs impulse generation, measurement, analysis, dielectric materials, design laboratory demonstration
ECE 8673 Computer Methods in Power System Analysis: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 4613/6613 or equivalent). Three hours lecture. Algorithms for formation and techniques for manipulation of network matrices. Problem formulation and numerical solution techniques for load flow and stability studies
ECE 8683 Power System Operation and Control.: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ECE 4613 or ECE 6613). Three hours lecture. Power generation characteristics; network modeling; economic dispatch; unit commitment; security constrained unit commitment; hydrothermal coordination
ECE 8713 Switching Theory I: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites:ECE 3434, ECE 4713/6713 or consent of instructor). Three hour lecture. Theory of combinational and sequential (synchronous and fundamental-mode) circuits with emphasis on performance, robustness, cost, and testability objectives
ECE 8723 Introduction to Computer Arithmetic: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:ECE 4263/6263).Three hours lecture. Fixed point number systems:algorithms, and associated logic level implementation for fixed point addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division;floating-point formats and operation
ECE 8733 Parallel Computing Architectures I: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:ECE 4713/6713, CSE 4113/6113). Three hours lecture. Study of hardware structures relevant to concurrent computing;evaluation and design methods associated with memory, pipelining, and multiple processors
ECE 8743 Advanced Robotics: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Rotations and their parameterization, Lie group theory, and shape determination of continuum robots
ECE 8753 Distributed Computing Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: An undergraduate course in operating systems or instructor approval). Three hours lecture. Advanced topics related to distributed computing systems including communication, client-server model, code migration, naming, locating entities, synchronization, replication and consistency, fault tolerance, and security issues
ECE 8803 Random Signals and Signs: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:IE 4613 or MA 4523 or equivalent). Three hours lecture. Probability and random processes, auto-and cross-correlation, energy and power spectral densities, mean-square calculus,ergodicity. Response of linear systems to random signals, and Markov chains
ECE 8813 Information Theory: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 8803 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Entropy, the asymptotic equipartition property, entropy rate, data compression, channel capacity, differential entropy, the Gaussian channels, rate-distortion theory
ECE 8823 Wireless Networks: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 4813/6813 Communications Theory or equivalent). Three hours lecture. Wireless network protocol design, theoretical analysis, and security and privacy. (Same as CSE 8753)
ECE 8833 Computational Intelligence: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: MA 4523/6523 or ECE 8803, or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. An overview of the field of computational intelligence for automated decision-making under uncertainty and pattern recognition with applications to signal and image processing
ECE 8923 Non-Linear Control Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 4913/6913 or equivalent). Three hours lecture. A study of techniques available to analyze non-linear systems and a study of associated synthesis procedures
ECE 8933 Random Processes in Automatic Control: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ECE 4913/6913 or equivalent). Three hours lecture. Principles and application of statistical design; random processes in automatic control; time invariant systems
ECE 8943 Optimal Control of Dynamic Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:ASE 4123 or ECE 4913/6913 or equivalent). Three hours lecture. State variable description of systems; maximum principle of Pontryagin, dynamic programming, optimization of linear systems with quadratic performance measures; time optimal and fuel optimal systems. (Same as ASE 8863)
ECE 8963 Digital Control Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: ECE 4913/6913 and ECE 4923/6923 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. z-transform theory and analysis; modified z-transform; design principles; digital state obervers; introduction to optimal control; introduction to computer-aided digital control system design and analysis
ECE 8990 Special Topics in Electrical and Computer Engineering: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years.)
ECE 9000 Dissertation Research /Dissertation in Electrical and Computer Engineering: 1-13 hours.
Hours and credits to be arranged
ECE 9100 Graduate Seminar: 0 hours.
Presentations and discussions by faculty, guest speakers, and graduate students on current topics in the areas of electrical and computer engineering. Must be taken three times before graduation for doctoral degree. Repeatable up to three times