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EE221 Introduction to Electrical Engineering I (3-2-4). Terminal characteristics of passive linear and nonlinear devices, ideal energy sources (including dependent sources), and the basic laws of circuit analysis are introduced. Analysis of networks comprised of these devices including: steady-state DC/AC response, transient response of first-order circuits, methods of network analysis, and the concept of equivalence. Computer software is used to support concept development, analysis, and understanding of homework problems. Prereq: Calculus I. [fall]
EE228 Introduction to Electrical Engineering II (3-2-4). Continued development of various fundamental concepts of basic circuit theory including: behavior of second-order circuits; various concepts of AC power; coupled coils; and signal representation in the frequency domain, including frequency response and filtering. Basic principles of operation of electromechanical energy conversion devices are introduced, and circuit models are developed to predict performance. Computer software is used to support concept development, analysis, and understanding of homework problems. Prereq: EE221. [spring]
EE242 Digital Systems (3-2-4).
Fundamentals in realizing a digital system. Topics covered include
Boolean algebra, Karnaugh mapping, flip-flops, state diagrams for system
minimization and analysis of sequential and logic function circuits, binary
arithmetic, decoders, encoders, multiplexers, and demultiplexers, as well as
counter and register design. An introduction to microcontroller-based systems is
provided with applications to projects. Prereq: EE221. [spring]
EE300 Introduction to Fundamental Electrical Technology (3-2-4). Provides basic vocabulary and analytical building blocks for understanding AC and DC circuits that can be used to make simplified models of fleet systems. Linear circuits of ideal resistors, capacitors, and inductors are analyzed using Kirchoff's and Ohm's Laws to predict steady-state and first-order transient voltage, current, and power characteristics. Laboratory exercises employ standard measurement equipment found in the fleet to compare and contrast theoretical prediction with real circuit performance. Prereq: SP212. [fall, spring]
EE301 Electrical Fundamentals and Applications (3-2-4). Provides an introduction to AC and DC circuit theory appropriate to model shipboard systems. Circuits of resistors, capacitors, inductors and sources are analyzed to predict steady state and first-order transient voltage, current, and power. Impedance matching, filters, transformers, and three-phase power distribution systems are introduced in the context of shipboard application. Laboratory exercises use tools and equipment found in the fleet and allow for a comparison of theoretical and actual circuit performance. Prereq: SP212. [fall]
EE302 Electrical Machines and Information Technology Systems (3-2-4). Modeling and analysis techniques are applied to rotating electric machinery. Basic principles of digital logic circuitry and computer architecture are introduced. The principles of analog and digital communications are presented, including common digital modulation techniques. Link budget analysis and satellite communications principles are presented. Other topics include, network topology, connectivity, routing, queuing, bandwidth, spectrum utilization, the OSI Model, TCP/IP, and the Internet. Prereq: EE301. [spring]
EE311 Electrical Fundamentals and Applications I (3-2-4). [No longer offered.] Provides an understanding of: terminal characteristics of basic ideal sources and passive circuit elements; basic techniques of analyzing simple DC, first-order transient, and steady state AC circuits composed of these basic building blocks, that model characteristics of real devices. Also covered are the principles of operation and analysis techniques for ideal transformers. Prereq: SP212. [fall]
EE312 Electrical Fundamentals and Applications II (3-2-4). [No longer offered.] A continuation of the application of modeling and analysis to rotating electric machinery and practical electronic devices such as diodes, transistors, and op-amps. Also covered are basic amplifiers, frequency response characteristics, and use of diodes and transistors as switches. Basic principles of digital logic circuitry are also introduced. This course also covers the theory of amplitude and frequency modulation (AM and FM) from the viewpoint of naval systems applications. Prereq: EE311. [spring]
EE313 Logic Design and Microprocessors (3-2-4). This
is an introductory level project course in digital electronics for
non-electrical engineering majors. It
begins with the design, analysis and minimization of both combinatorial and
sequential circuits and their realization in both discrete components and
programmable logic devices. The
course then progresses into the uses of MSI devices and digital arithmetic.
Finally, an introduction to assembly level programming and microprocessor/microcontroller-based
systems design is also provided. Prereq:
EE302 or EE332 or permission of chair. [spring]
EE322 Signals and Systems (2-2-3). The principles of circuit analysis are extended to the transmission of signals through linear systems. The approach is based on determination and interpretation of natural frequencies, pole-zero diagrams, and their relation to the governing system equations. Transform techniques are applied to the analysis of circuits. Both continuous-time and discrete-time systems are discussed. Computer software is used to model and analyze signals and systems. Prereq: EE228 or permission of chair. [fall]
EE331 Electrical Engineering I (3-2-4). A study of DC and AC electrical elements and circuits, including natural and forced responses of first-order systems, in the time and frequency domains, frequency response, and filters. AC applications include three-phase power and ideal transformers. Prereq: SP212. [fall, spring]
EE332 Electrical Engineering II (3-2-4). Modeling and analysis techniques are applied to rotating machines, diodes, op amps, transistors, and amplifiers. Amplitude modulation and demodulation and combinational and sequential digital logic are introduced. Prereq: EE331. [fall, spring]
EE341 Electronics I (3-2-4). The physics of semiconductor devices (p-n junction diode, bipolar and field effect transistors) is introduced. Device characterization in terms of appropriate external variables then leads to construction of small-signal and large-signal models. Emphasis is on small-signal applications of these device models. Applications in basic amplifier and switching circuits are emphasized in the laboratory exercises. Prereq: EE228, EE311, or EE331. [fall]
EE342 Electronics II (3-2-4). BJT and MOSFET amplifiers are studied. This includes the analysis of differential amplifiers, current mirrors, multistage amplifiers, feedback amplifiers, power amplifiers, and integrated circuit amplifiers. Feedback and frequency analysis of amplifiers is emphasized. Applications include active filters and oscillators. Prereq: EE341 or permission of chair. [spring]
EE354 Modern Communication Systems (3-2-4). Digital signal implementation and processing techniques are introduced. Various digital modulation methods as well as AM and FM methods are studied. Baseband and bandpass modulation and demodulation techniques are introduced. Probability theory is applied to determine the error performance of a binary phase-shift keying system. Prereq: EE322 or permission of chair. [spring]
EE372 Engineering Electromagnetics (3-0-3). Fundamentals of electromagnetic theory and modern transmission systems. Basic transmission line theory is introduced. Maxwell's equations are formulated and applied to static and dynamic electromagnetic problems including plane-wave propagation and reflection and transmission at discontinuous boundaries. Prereq: SP212 or SP222. [spring]
EE411 Electrical Engineering Design I (2-2-3). A series of design problems are presented to take the student through the total design process from specification to verification of performance. In addition to technical design, factors such as safety, economics, and ethical and societal implications are considered. A small project is executed and evaluated. Each student chooses a project and develops and submits a proposed design to be completed in EE414. The proposal is presented to the student's peers and project advisors in lieu of a final exam. Prereq: M1/C standing or permission of chair. [fall]
EE414 Electrical Engineering Design II (0-4-2). This course provides practice in engineering design, development, and prototype testing. Following approval of the project by the instructor, the student develops a prototype, troubleshoots, and gathers performance data, and completes construction and packaging of the final design. A formal briefing to peers and EE Department faculty follows a written final project report on the completed project in lieu of a final exam. Prereq: EE411. [spring]
EE422 Machine Control (3-2-4). Application of the principles of electromechanical energy conversion to the analysis of various devices, which configure power and control systems. Basic power electronic components are introduced and applied to circuits used in power generation and in control of energy conversion devices. Prereq: EE332 or EE341. [spring]
EE424 Electronic Instruments and Measurements (2-4-4). An in-depth study of the principles of electronic instrumentation. Common to all instruments is input from the physical world. Many instruments also entail control of external devices. Students use theory, simulation, and experiments to model a broad range of sensors and actuators. Labs begin with a detailed study of the major components of electronic instrumentation systems and culminate in the design, implementation, and test of an electronic, computer-based instrument. Prereq: EE461. [fall or spring]
EE426 Fundamentals of Electronic Instrumentation (2-2-3). A practical introduction to the design of electronic instrumentation. Common to all instruments is input from the physical world. Many instruments also entail control of external devices. Students examine a wide range of sensors and actuators. Labs support a broad study of the major components of electronic instrumentation systems: sensors, data acquisition, signal conditioning, computer control, and actuators. Prereq: EE302 or EE332. [fall or spring]
EE431 Advanced Communication Theory (3-2-4)
Digital and analog communication systems and concepts.
Fourier analysis, sampling theorem, autocorrelation function, power
spectrum, cross-correlation function, cross-spectrum, pseudonoise sequences,
matched-filters, spread-spectrum, coding, PCM, TDM, and FDM are defined and
applied. Probability, random variables, and random-signal principles
are used to compute the information content of a message and to compute the
error rates in digital communication systems.
Prereq: EE354, EE332, or
permission of chair. [spring]
EE432 Digital Signal Processing (3-2-4). Digital
signal processing principles are studied and applied to modern radar, sonar, and
communication systems. The DFT is introduced, its properties are explored and
the FFT algorithm is developed. Discrete correlation, convolution, spectral
analysis, matched filter detection problems, complex demodulation techniques,
the Z transform, and stability of discrete systems are explored. Properties of
FIR and IIR digital filters are studied. Digital filters are designed and
applied to random and deterministic signals. Prereq: EE322 or EE332 or permission of chair. [fall]
EE433 Wireless and Cellular Communication Systems I (3-2-4). An in-depth study of wireless and cellular systems. This study includes system design, mobile radio propagation (large-scale path loss, small-scale fading, and multipath), and modulation techniques for mobile radio. A working knowledge of the characteristics of the three major cellular/PCS systems in use in the U.S. today is also developed. Technical discussions of recent topics/publications related to the course material are also conducted. Laboratory experiments emphasize indoor and outdoor RF propagation measurements. A final project is required in lieu of a final examination. Prereq: EE354 or permission of the chair. [fall]
EE434 Wireless and Cellular Communication Systems II (3-2-4). A continuation of the in-depth study of wireless and cellular systems. This study includes modulation techniques for mobile radio, equalization, diversity, and channel coding. Small group research projects are conducted in lieu of a final examination. Prereq: EE433 or permission of the chair. [spring]
EE451 Electronic Properties of Semiconductors (3-0-3). This
course develops an understanding of semiconductor properties and how they
determine the performance of semiconductor devices.
Hole and electron conduction and charge carrier distribution models are
developed. Charge carrier
generation and recombination and carrier dynamics leading to drift and diffusion
are used to study semiconductor transport phenomena. The p-n junction, bipolar
junction transistor, and field-effect transistor are studied in detail. Prereq:
SP212, SP222, EE341 or permission of chair. [fall]
EE452 Semiconductor Electronics (3-2-4). This
course continues on the foundations developed in EE451 for discrete
semiconductor devices. This course will focus on basic analog and digital
transistor circuits, and how transistor design affects their performance.
Computer-aided transistor circuit design and simulation are emphasized. Solar
cells, light-emitting diodes, microfabrication techniques, and
microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) are also introduced.
The laboratory involves an individual student research project. Prereq:
EE451 or permission of chair. [spring]
EE461 Microcomputer-Based Digital Design (3-2-4). A
principles-based foundation to the concepts and techniques used in analyzing and
designing systems using combinations of discrete logic, programmable logic
devices, and microprocessors. The
student will acquire a detailed understanding of state-machine design; the
system bus; the architecture and interfacing of various processor, memory, and
input/output (I/O) elements; serial I/O protocols; the architecture and
instruction set of a representative microcontroller; assembly-language
programming for circuits based on that microcontroller; and the use of
interrupts. Emphasis is on concepts
that will have long-term value. Prereq: EE242, EE313, or EE332. [spring]
EE462 Microcomputer Interfacing (2-4-4). This course provides a strong foundation in techniques for connecting computers to peripheral and communications devices and in the methodology for programming the computer to control external devices in real time. This course is supported by a project-oriented laboratory with an opportunity to use a wide variety of computer-controlled peripheral devices. The student will learn the architecture of a representative digital signal processor (DSP) and how to use assembly language to program it. A major emphasis of the course is the in-depth study of interrupt processing, polling, direct memory access, parallel input/output (I/O) protocols, inter-process communication, and modular techniques for designing hardware and software. Prereq: EE242, EE313, or EE332. [fall]
EE464 Introduction to Networking (3-2-4). This course provides a foundation in the fundamentals of data and computer communications. Emphasizes is placed on protocol and network design. Critical technical areas in data communications, wide-area networking, and local area networking are explored. Prereq: EE354 or permission of chair. [fall]
EE471 RF Power Electronics (3-2-4). This course leverages the student's previous study in electronics and electromagnetics to examine RF power concepts and devices. Some of the topics include electron dynamics, electron beam-wave interaction, vacuum RF power devices and high frequency semiconductor devices. The course draws upon current research at the Naval Research Laboratory and invited speakers to present timely and practical applications in US Navy weapons systems and sensors. The various threads of course material come together in the study of the microwave power module (MPM) and millimeter wave power module (MMPM), an integration of vacuum and semiconductor electronics to produce light-weight, high power, high frequency devices used to power the current unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) sensors. Laboratory work includes power and frequency measurements on a variety of devices, as well as the use of simulation software to model the performance of RF power devices. Prereq: EE372. [fall]
EE472 Fiber Optical Communications (3-2-4). An introduction to the nature of optical waveguides and fiber optical communications systems. Fiber propagation modes, dispersion and attenuation are studied. Lightwave transmitters and receivers, optical amplifiers, and components for wavelength division multiplexing are discussed, and a complete optical communication network is analyzed. Prereq: EE354 or permission of chair. [spring]
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