Courses Taken
Here are the courses I am taking or have taken from my Electrical Engineering degree at the University of Alberta. If you're interested to know if I have covered a certain field of engineering already, you can search through the page's contents with your keywords (through CTRL-F).
As you'll notice, my courses are a mix of technical electronics courses as well as "soft" courses that help round out a student and his/her capabilities.
Academic Term 5 (Sep-Dec 05)
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EE 315 Engineering Electromagnetics I
*3.5 (fi 6) (first term,3-1s-0) Review of vector calculus, electrostatics, and magnetostatics. Electric and magnetic fields in material media, including polarization mechanisms and general boundary conditions. Solutions to static field problems. Maxwell's equations and waves in free space, dielectrics and conducting media. Reflection and refraction, standing waves. Prerequisites: MATH 102, 209 and PHYS 230. -
EE 330 Introduction to Power Engineering
*3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0). DC and AC magnetic circuit analysis. Ideal and non-ideal transformers. Introduction to per-unit calculation. Three-phase network and symmetrical components theory. Introduction to power systems. Generation, transmission and distribution of power. Corequisite: E E 250. -
EE 338 Discrete Time Signals and Systems
*3.5 (fi 6) (either term,3-1s/2-1/2). Discrete-time signals and systems; sampled signals and sampling theorem; the z-transform; design of digital filters; discrete Fourier transform, the periodogram. Fast Fourier transform, algorithms, aliasing, leakage; spectral analysis, applications. Prerequisite: E E 238 or 335. Credit may not be obtained in both E E 338 and 438. -
EE 340 Electronic Devices
*4.3 (fi 6) (first term,3-1s-3/2). PN junction semiconductor basics, charge flow and diode equation. Zener diodes. BJTand MOSFET devices and operating regions. Amplifier basics: biasing, gain, input and output resistance, analysis and design. Large signal effects. Differential amplifiers. Prerequisite: E E 250. -
EE 380 Introduction to Microprocessors
*3.8 (fi 6) (either term or Spring/Summer,3-0-3/2). Microcomputer architecture, assembly language programming, sub-routine handling, memory and input/output system and interrupt concepts. Prerequisite: E E 280 or CMPUT 329. Credit may be obtained in only one of E E 380 or CMPUT 229. -
MATH 309 Mathematical Methods for Electrical Engineers*3 (fi 6) (second term,3-0-0). Complex numbers, analytic functions, Cauchy-Riemann equation, Cauchy Theorem, power series and Laurent expansions, residues, inverse Laplace transform. Complex inner product spaces, orthogonal expansions, Gram-Schmidt orthogonalization completeness, Fourier expansions applied signals, Parseval's relation and Bessel's inequality. Prerequisite MATH 209. This course may not be taken for credit if credit has already been obtained in MATH 311 or 411.
Academic Term 4 (Jan-Apr 05)
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EE 231 Numerical Analysis for Electrical and Computer Engineers
*3.8 (fi 6) (either term or Spring/Summer, 3-0-3/2). The analysis of various numerical techniques for solving Electrical and Computer Engineering problems. Topics include numerical integration, differentiation, numerical solution of ordinary differential equations (ODEs), finding roots of nonlinear equations, the solution of linear systems of equations, and the solution of optimization problems. Consideration of the sources of error in numerical computation. Prerequisites: EE 240, MATH 101, MATH 102. Corequisite: MATH 201. -
EE 238 Continuous Time Signals and Systems
*3.5 (fi 6) (either term, 3-1s-0). Introduction to linear systems and signal classification. Delta function and convolution. Fourier series expansion. Fourier transform and its properties. Laplace transform. Analysis of linear time invariant (LTI) systems using the Laplace transform. Prerequisites: EE 240, MATH 102 and MATH 201. Note: only one of the following courses may be taken for credit: EE 238 or EE 335. -
EE 250 Electrical Circuits II
*4.3 (second term, 3-1s-3/2). Nonlinear circuit analysis. Diodes: ideal and simple models, single phase rectifiers. Ideal and finite gain op-amps. Treatment of RLC circuits in the time domain, frequency domain and s-plane. Two port networks. Prerequisites: EE 240, MATH 102 and MATH 201. Co-requisite: EE 238. -
ENGG 405 Engineering, Business and Society
*3 (fi 6) (3-0-0). The role of engineering and management in achieving the objectives of technology oriented enterprises, and the impact of technology on society. The course covers alternate forms of organization, key differences between management of a one time project and an ongoing operation, the impact of work on society, individual variations in personality and management style and the implications for managing, and specific issues in human resource and quality management. -
PHYS 230 Electricity and Magnetism
*3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-3/2). Electric fields, Gauss' Law; electric potential; capacitance and dielectrics; electric current and resistance; magnetic fields, Ampere's Law; Faraday's Law; inductance; magnetic properties of matter. Prerequisite: PHYS 130. Note: Restricted to Engineering students. -
CH E 243 Engineering Thermodynamics
*3.5 (fi 6) (either term, 3-1s-0). An introduction to the first and second laws of thermodynamics. Prerequisites: MATH 101, and EN PH 131.
Academic Term 3 (Sep-Dec 04)
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E E 280 Introduction to Digital Logic Design*3.8 (fi 6) (3-0-3/2). Boolean algebra, truth tables, Karnaugh maps. Switching devices and their symbology with an introduction to NAND and NOR logic. Number systems, codes, minimization procedures, synthesis of combinational networks. Synchronous sequential circuits, flip-flops, counters. Arithmetic circuits. Introduction to computer-aided design and simulation tools for digital design and implementation. Credit may be obtained in only one of E E 280 or CMPUT 329.
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E E 240 Electrical Circuits I*4.3 (fi 6) (3-1s-3/2). Circuit element definitions. Circuit laws: Ohm's, KVL, KCL. Resistive voltage and current dividers. Basic loop and nodal analysis. Dependent sources. Circuit theorems: linearity, superposition, maximum power transfer, Thevenin, Norton. Time domain behavior of inductance and capacitance, energy storage. Sinusoidal signals, complex numbers, phasor and impedance concepts. Magnetically coupled networks. Single phase power and power factor. Prerequisites: MATH 101, 102.
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ENGG 299 Orientation to Cooperative Education*1.5 (fi 2) (1-1s-0). An examination of the history, philosophy and objectives of Cooperative Education; introduction to the operation of the Cooperative Studies Program; self-assessment of transferable skills and work values; preparation of the resumé; practice of job interview skills; goal setting on the job; ethics, safety and human rights. Note: This course is only open to students registered in the Cooperative Education Program and must be taken prior to a student's first work placement.
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MEC E 250 Engineering Mechanics II*3.5 (fi 6) (3-1s-0). Moments of inertia. Kinematics and kinetics of rigid body motion, energy and momentum methods, impact, mechanical vibrations. Prerequisites: ENGG 130, EN PH 131 and MATH 101. There is a consolidated exam.
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MATH 201 Differential Equations*3.5 (fi 6) (3-0-1). First-order equations; second-order linear equations: reduction of order, variation of parameters; Laplace transform; linear systems; power series; solution by series; separation of variables for PDEs. Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 209 or 214. Notes: (1) Open only to Engineering students and Science students in the following programs: Specialization Physics, Specialization Geophysics or Specialization Computing Science. (2) This course may not be taken for credit if credit has already been obtained in any of MATH 205, 334, or 336. (3) Students in all sections of this course will write a common final examination. Non-Engineering students who take this course will receive *3.0.
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MATH 209 Calculus III*3.5 (fi 6) (3-0-1). Partial differentiation, derivatives of integrals. Multiple integration using rectangular, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates. Vector Field Theory. Prerequisite: MATH 101. Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 102. Notes: (1) Students in all sections of this course will write a common final examination. (2) Restricted to Engineering students. Non-Engineering students who take this course will receive *3.0.
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ENGL 199 Essentials of Writing for Engineering Students*3 (fi 6) (3-0-0). This course is designed to develop the student's ability to write the narrative, descriptive, expository, and persuasive prose fundamental to all written communication. Instruction and practice will be integrated with the study of prose models drawn from modern essayists. A review of basic grammar will be included. Note: Restricted to students in the Faculty of Engineering only.
Academic Term 2 (Jan-Apr 04)
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ENGG 101 Orientation to the Engineering Profession II*1 (fi 2) (1-0-0). An introduction to the engineering profession and its challenges; career fields, professional responsibilities of the engineer, ethics, the history and development of the engineering profession. Several written assignments will be required to assist in developing the student's communication skills.
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EN PH 131 Mechanics*4.3 (fi 6) (3-1s-3/2). Kinematics and dynamics of particles; gravitation; work and energy; linear momentum; angular momentum; systems of particles; introduction to dynamics of rigid bodies. Prerequisites: MATH 100, ENGG 130. Corequisite: MATH 101. Prerequisite or corequisite: PHYS 130. Restricted to Engineering students. Other students who take this course will receive *3.0.
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ENCMP 100 Computer Programming for Engineers*3.8 (fi 6) (3-0-1.5). Fundamentals of computer programming with emphasis on solving engineering problems. C/C++ language implementation. Syntax, variables, statements, control structures, loops, functions, data structures, files, pointers, memory use. Procedural and object-oriented programming. Objects, inheritance, polymorphism.
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MATH 101 Calculus II*3.5 (fi 6) (3-0-1). Area between curves, techniques of integration. Applications of integration to planar areas and lengths, volumes and masses. First order ordinary differential equations: separable, linear, direction fields, Euler's method, applications. Infinite series, power series, Taylor expansions with remainder terms. Polar coordinates. Rectangular, spherical and cylindrical coordinates in 3-dimensional space. Parametric curves in the plane and space: graphing, arc length, curvature; normal binormal, tangent plane in 3-dimensional space. Volumes and surface areas of rotation. Prerequisite: MATH 100. Notes: (1) This course may not be taken for credit if credit has already been obtained in either MATH 115 or 118. (2) Students in all sections of this course will write a common final examination. (3) Restricted to Engineering students. Non-Engineering students who take this course will receive *3.0.
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MATH 102 Applied Linear Algebra*3.5 (fi 6) (3-0-1). Vectors and matrices, solution of linear equations, equations of lines and planes, determinants, matrix algebra, orthogonality and applications (Gram-Schmidt), eigenvalues and eigenvectors and applications, complex numbers. Prerequisite or corequisite MATH 100. Notes: (1) This course may not be taken for credit if credit has already been obtained in MATH 120 or 125 or 127. (2) Students in all sections of this course will write a common final examination. (3) Restricted to Engineering students. Non-Engineering students who take this course will receive *3.0.
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CHEM 105 Introductory University Chemistry II*3.8 (fi 6) (3-0-3/2). States of matter and intermolecular forces, solubility and solutions, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, bonding and properties of transition-metal complexes. Prerequisite: CHEM 103. Note: Restricted to Engineering students only. Other students who take this course will receive *3.0.
Academic Term 1 (Sep-Dec 03)
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ENGG 100 Orientation to the Engineering Profession I*1 (fi 2) (1-0-0). A introduction to the Faculty and the engineering profession: the engineering disciplines, study skills, cooperative education, work opportunities, engineering, and society. Several written assignments will be required to assist in developing the student's communication skills.
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MATH 100 Calculus I*4 (fi 6) (3-0-2). Review of numbers, inequalities, functions, analytic geometry; limits, continuity; derivatives and applications, Taylor polynomials; log, exp, and inverse trig functions. Integration, fundamental theorem of calculus substitution, trapezoidal and Simpson's rules. Prerequisites: Pure Mathematics 30 or equivalent, and Mathematics 31. Notes: (1) This course may not be taken for credit if credit has already been obtained in MATH 113, 114, or 117. (2) Students in all sections of this course will write a common final examination. (3) Restricted to Engineering students. Non-Engineering students who take this course will receive *3.0.
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ENGG 130 Engineering Mechanics*4 (fi 6) (3-0-2). Equilibrium of planar systems. Analysis of statically determinate trusses and frames. Friction. Centroids and centres of gravity. Forces and moments in beams. Second moments of area. Note: Students in all sections of this course will write a common final examination. Corequisite: MATH 100.
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PHYS 130 Wave Motion, Optics, and Sound*3.8 (fi 6) (3-0-3/2). Geometrical optics, optical instruments, oscillations, waves, sound, interference, diffraction. Prerequisites: Pure Mathematics 30, Mathematics 31, Physics 30. Corequisite: MATH 100 or equivalent. Restricted to Engineering students. Other students who take this course will receive *3.0.
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CHEM 103 Introductory University Chemistry I*4.3 (fi 6) (3-1s-3/2). Atomic structure, covalent bonding, thermochemistry, chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, descriptive chemistry of the main-group elements. Prerequisite: Chemistry 30, or equivalent. Note: Restricted to Engineering students only. Other students who take this course will receive *3.0.
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PSYCO 104 Basic Psychological Processes*3 (fi 6) (3-0-1/4). Principles and development of perception, motivation, learning, and thinking and their relationship to the psychological functioning of the individual. Fulfillment of the 1/4 laboratory credit typically entails serving as a research participant but alternatively can be fulfilled through a directed written assignment. The course is a prerequisite to all courses in the department and is normally followed by PSYCO 105 (see §201.185.1).