ECE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Course Coordinator: J. B. Knorr
Every student conducting thesis research will enroll in this course.
EC0820 Integrating Project (0-12)
Course Coordinator: J. B. Knorr
The Naval Postgraduate School provides many opportunities for students to participate in campus-wide interdisciplinary projects. These projects encourage students to conceptualize systems which respond to current and future operational requirements. An integral part of the project involves working with other groups to understand and resolve issues involved with system integration. This course is available to students who are participating in a campus-wide integrated project. Course is Pass/Fail. Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
EC1010 Introduction to MATLAB (1-1)
Course Coordinator: J. T. Butler
An introductory course for students with little or no programming background using MATLAB. Basic concepts of the MATLAB environment are considered such as matrix operations, vector and matrix manipulations, equation solving, simulation, programming, and graphing. This course prepares students for using MATLAB in future course work in the ECE department. Graded on a pass/fail basis only.
EC2010 Probabilistic Analysis of Signals and Systems (3-1)
Course Coordinator: M. Tummala
The foundations of signals and systems are developed from probabilistic and statistical approaches. Emphasis is on signal processing, communication systems, and computer networks relevant to military applications. Topics include probability, random variables and random sequences; density and distribution functions; deterministic versus nondeterministic signals; expectation, the d.c. and the r.m.s. values of nondeterministic signals, correlation and covariance; radar and sonar signal detection; LTI systems, transformation of random variables and the central limit theorem; basic queuing theory and computer communication networks. PREREQUISITE:
EC2410(may be concurrent).
EC2100 Circuit Analysis (3-2)
Course Coordinator: T. R. Weatherford
The fundamental circuit analysis course for Electrical Engineering majors. The course considers circuit principles, circuit topology, direct current circuits, natural response, forced response, total response, impedance concepts, the application of the Laplace transform to solve circuit problems and transfer functions. PREREQUISITES: PH1322, MA1114, and MA2121 (may be concurrent).
EC2110 Circuit Analysis II (3-2)
Course Coordinator: T. R. Weatherford
A continuation of EC2100. The course considers circuit principles, impedance concepts and steady-state ac circuits, ac power, frequency response and selectivity, basics of operational amplifiers, and an introduction to
machines and power converters. PREREQUISITE: EC2100.
EC2200 Introduction to Electronics Engineering (3-3)
Course Coordinator: S. Michael
An introduction to electronic devices and circuits. Solid state physics and semiconductor fundamentals. Properties of p-n junctions in diodes, Bipolar Junction Transistors (BJT) and Field Effect Transistors (FET); static and dynamic models for these devices; and their linear and nonlinear applications. Applications of transistors in the design of amplifiers and digital systems.
Ideal operational amplifiers characteristics and applications. Fabrication and the design of integrated circuits. PREREQUISITE:
EC2110.
EC2220 Electrical Engineering Design (3-4)
Course Coordinator: D. J. Fouts
A team-based capstone engineering design course emphasizing the application of electrical engineering principles, devices, and circuits to the design, analysis, implementation, and testing of electronic systems. The intensive laboratory component initially reviews various electronic circuits useful in the design of the final project. Final projects require the design, analysis, implementation, testing and demonstration of an electronic system that also incorporates realistic parameters impacting the design process, such as economics, ergonomics, ethics, environmental impact, safety, etc. PREREQUISITES: EC2200.
EC2300 Control Systems (3-2)
Course Coordinator: X. Yun
The main subject of this course is the analysis of feedback systems using basic principles in the frequency domain (Bode plots) and in the s-domain (root locus). Performance criteria in the time domain such as steady-state accuracy, transient response specifications, and in the frequency domain such as bandwidth and disturbance rejection, will be introduced. Simple design applications using root locus and Bode plot techniques will be addressed in the course. Laboratory experiments are designed to expose the students to testing and evaluating mathematical models of physical systems, using computer simulations and hardware implementations. PREREQUISITES:EC2100, and ability to program in MATLAB.
EC2320 Linear Systems (3-1)
Course Coordinator: X. Yun
Formulation of system models including state equations, transfer functions, and system diagrams for continuous and sampled-data
systems. Computer and analytical solution of system equations. Stability, controllability, and observability are defined. Introduction to design by pole placement using measured and estimated state feedback. Application to military systems is introduced via example. PREREQUISITES: EC2100 and ability to program in MATLAB.
EC2400 Discrete Systems (3-1)
Course Coordinator: M. Fargues
Principles of discrete systems, including modeling, analysis and design. Topics include
difference equations, convolution, stability, bilateral z-transforms and application to
right-sided and left-sided sequences, system diagrams and realizations, and frequency response.
Simple digital filters are designed and analyzed.
PREREQUISITE: MA1113
(may be concurrent) and ability to program in MATLAB.
EC2410 Analysis of Signals and Systems (3-1)
Course Coordinator: R. Cristi
Analysis of digital and analog signals in the frequency domain;
properties and applications of the discrete Fourier transform,
the Fourier series, and the continuous Fourier transform; analysis
of continuous systems using convolution and frequency domain methods;
applications to sampling, windowing, and amplitude modulation
and demodulation systems. PREREQUISITE: EC2400.
EC2450 Accelerated Review of Signals and Systems (4-0)
Course Coordinator: R. Cristi
An advanced review of continuous and discrete system theory intended for students who have previous education in these areas. Topics covered by each student will depend upon background and competence in the subject matter of EC2400 and EC2410 and EC2320. PREREQUISITE: Sufficient background in linear systems theory. Graded on Pass/Fail basis only.
EC2500 Communications Systems (3-2)
Course Coordinator: F. Kragh
In this first course on the electrical transmission of signals, the theory, design, and operation of analog and digital communication
systems are investigated. Included are A/D conversion, modulation, demodulation, frequency-division multiplexing, and time-division
multiplexing. PREREQUISITES: EC2200 and EC2410.
EC2650 Fundamentals of Electromagnetic Fields (4-1)
Course Coordinator: D. C. Jenn
This course covers electromagnetic field theory and engineering applications. Both static and dynamic electric and magnetic field theory is covered.
The complete theory is presented in terms of Maxwell's equations and boundary conditions. Applications include induction, plane wave propagation in
lossless and lossy media, analysis of finite transmission lines, and plane wave reflection. Labs provide practical experience with microwave instruments,
components, and measurement techniques. PREREQUISITE: MA1116 or equivalent.
EC2820 Digital Logic Circuits (3-2)
Course Coordinator: D. J. Fouts
An introductory course in the analysis and design of digital logic circuits that are the basis for military and civilian computers and digital systems.
No previous background in digital concepts or electrical engineering is assumed. Topics include data representation, Boolean algebra, logic function
minimization, the design and application of combinatorial and sequential SSI, MSI, and LSI logic functions including PLAs and ROMs, and the fundamentals of finite state
machine design and applications. Laboratories are devoted to the analysis, design, implementation, construction, and debugging of combinatorial and
sequential logic circuits using SSI, MSI, LSI, and programmable logic devices. PREREQUISITES: None
EC2840 Introduction to Microprocessors (3-2)
Course Coordinator: J. T. Butler
An introduction to the organization and operation of microprocessing and microcomputers, both key embedded elements of military systems.
Topics include: the instruction set, addressing methods, data types and number systems, stack and register organization, exception
processing, assembly language programming techniques including macros, assembly language implementation of typical control structures,
data structures, and subroutine linkage methods. Laboratory sessions teach a systematic method for program design and implementation. The laboratory
assignments consist of a series of programs which collectively implement a major software project. PREREQUISITIE: A high level language.
EC2990 Design Projects in Electrical Engineering (0-8)
Course Coordinator: J. B. Knorr
Design projects under the supervision of faculty members. Individual or team projects involving the design of devices or systems.
Projects will typically be in support of faculty members. PREREQUISITE: Consent of instructor. Graded on Pass/Fail basis only.
EC3000 Introduction to Graduate Research (1-0)
Course Coordinator: J. B. Knorr
This course is designed to prepare students to undertake graduate research and to write a thesis or dissertation. The first part of the course provides
an overview of (1) the NPS Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, the Department's research program and its faculty, (2) the NPS's Research
Program and the organization and functions of the NPS Research Office, (3) NPS library electronic resources, (4) an overview of S&T planning in the DoD,
and (5) guidance on the thesis process. In the second part of the course, research opportunities are presented by the faculty. A broader view of the
field of electrical and computer engineering is gained through student attendance at ECE Department seminars delivered by outside speakers. In the third
part of the course, students are exposed to thesis research currently being carried out in the ECE Department by attending thesis presentations delivered
by graduating students. PREREQUISITE: Consent of instructor. Graded on Pass/Fail basis only.
EC3130 Electrical Machinery Theory (4-2)
Course Coordinator: A. Julian
An introduction to the analysis of magnetically-coupled circuits, dc machines, induction
machines, and synchronous machines. The course will include explicit derivations of torque,
voltage, and flux linkage equations, formulation of steady-state circuits, development of
reference frame theory, and the basics of machine simulation as required in shipboard electric
drive analysis.
PREREQUISITE: EC2110 (may be taken concurrently).
EC3150 Solid State Power Conversion (3-2)
Course Coordinator: R. W. Ashton
A detailed analytical approach is presented for the operation,
performance, and control of the important types of solid state
power converters found in naval shipboard power systems. The course
reviews the characteristics of power semiconductor switching devices.
A systems approach is used to analyze high power converters:
phase controlled rectifiers, line commutated inverters, self-commutated
inverters, transistor converters, and switching regulators. PREREQUISITE:
EC2110 or consent of instructor.
EC3200 Advanced Electronics Engineering (3-2)
Course Coordinator: S. Michael
Characteristics of differential and multistage amplifiers. Transistors
frequency response, including Bipolar Junction Transistors (BJT),
Junction Field Effect Transistors (JFET), and Metal Oxide Semiconductor
Field Effect Transistors (MOSFET); characteristics and design
consideration. Integrated circuit OPAMP applications; analysis
and design of nonideal OPAMPs. Applications of BJTs and Complimentary
Metal Oxide Semiconductors (CMOS) in integrated circuits, and
different biasing techniques. Analysis and design of digital
circuits, including Transistor Transistor Logic (TTL), Emitter
Coupled Logic (ECL), and CMOS logic families. Application and
design feedback amplifiers and operational amplifiers applications
in analog filters and oscillators. PREREQUISITE: EC2200.
EC3210 Introduction to Electro-Optical Engineering (4-1)
Course Coordinator: J. P. Powers
An overview of the elements that comprise current military electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) systems.
Topics include properties of light, optical elements, quantum theory of light emission, operating principles of
laser sources, propagation of Gaussian beams, laser sources, laser modulators, thermal sources of radiation,
laser and IR detectors (photomultipliers, photoconductors, photodiodes, avalanche photodiodes), signal-to-noise
analysis of direct- and heterodyne-receiver systems. Includes military applications of electro-optic and
infrared technology such as missile seekers, laser designators, laser weapons, and Bragg-cell signal processors.
PREREQUISITE: EC2200 and EC2650.
EC3220 Semiconductor Device Technologies (3-2)
Course Coordinator: T. R. Weatherford
This course is intended to familiarize the student with solid state device
operation and fabrication of present day semiconductors and transistor
technologies. Topics include: fundamental theory of charge transport,
semiconductor materials (Si, GaAs, SiGe, InP), bandgap engineering,
epitaxy crystal growth, and semiconductor device manufacturing technology.
A virtual wafer lab allows students to visualize
parameters as impurity implants to electron flow. Measurement labs
utilize hands-on wafer probe measurements of digital and analog devices.
PREREQUISITE: EC2200.
EC3230 Space Power and Radiation Effects (3-1)
Course Coordinator: S. Michael
Fundamentals of different power systems utilized in spacecraft; photovoltaic power technology; solid state physics, silicon solar cells, solar cell
measurement and modeling, gallium arsenide cells and II-V compounds in general, array designs and solar dynamics.
Radiation effects on solid state devices and materials. Survivability of solar cells and integrated circuits in space environment and
annealing method. Other space power systems including chemical and nuclear (radioisotope thermoelectric generators and nuclear
reactors). Energy storage devices and power conversion. Spacecraft
power supply design. PREREQUISITES: EC2200 or SS2001.
Note: EC3230 is taught with compressed scheduling (first six weeks of quarter).
EC3280 Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS) Design I (3-2)
Course Coordinator: T. R. Weatherford
This is the first course in Micro Electro Mechanical Systems Design (MEMS). Topics include material considerations for MEMS and microfabrication
fundamentals; surface and bulk micromachining; forces and transduction; forces in micro- nano- domains and actuation techniques. The laboratory work
includes exercises to become proficient in computer aided engineering (CAE) software for the design of MEMS devices.
PREREQUISITES: EC2200 or MS2201 or PH1322 or consent of instructor.
EC3310 Optimal Estimation: Sensor and Data Association (3-2)
Course Coordinator: R. G. Hutchins
The subject of this course is optimal estimation and Kalman filtering with extensions to sensor
fusion and data association. Main topics include the theory of optimal and recursive estimation
in linear (Kalman filter) and nonlinear (extended Kalman filter) systems, with applications to
target tracking. Topics directly related to applications such as basic properties of sensors,
target tracking models, multihypothesis data association algorithms, reduced order probabilistic
models and heuristic techniques will also be discussed. Examples and projects will be drawn from
radar, EW, and ASW systems.
PREREQUISITES: EC2320,
EC2010,
MA3046.
EC3320 Optimal Control Systems (3-2)
Course Coordinator: R. Cristi
This course addresses the problem of designing control systems
which meet given optimization criteria. The student is exposed
to the development of the theory, from dynamic programming to
the calculus of variation, and learns how to apply it in control
engineering. PREREQUISITES: EC2300, EC2320.
EC3400 Digital Signal Processing (3-1)
Course Coordinator: R. Cristi
The foundations of one dimensional digital signal processing techniques are developed.
Topics include Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) algorithms, block convolution, the use of DFT and
FFT to compute convolution, and design methods for nonrecursive and recursive digital filters.
Multirate signal processing techniques are also introduced for sampling rate conversion,
efficient analog to digital, digital to analog conversion, time frequency decomposition using
filter banks and quadrature mirror filters. Computer-aided design techniques are emphasized.
The algorithms introduced have direct applications in sonar and radar signal processing, IR
sensor arrays, modern navy weapon systems, and also in voice and data communications.
PREREQUISITE: EC2410.
EC3410 Discrete-Time Random Signals (3-2)
Course Coordinator: M. Fargues
Fundamentals of random processes
are developed with an emphasis on discrete time for digital signal
processing, control, and communications. Parameter estimation concepts are
introduced, and impact of uncertainty in parameter evaluation (estimated
moments and confidence intervals) are presented Random processes are
introduced. DKLT and applications to image processing and classification
problems are considered. Impact of linear transformations to linear systems
is discussed. FIR Wiener, and matched filters are introduced. IIR Wiener
filter introduced time permitting. Applications to signal and system
characterization in areas such as system identification, forecasting, and
equalization are considered to illustrate concepts discussed during the
course. PREREQUISITES: EC2410
(may be concurrent) and EC2010.
EC3450 Fundamentals of Ocean Acoustics (4-0)
Course Coordinator: L. J. Ziomek
Introduction to various mathematical techniques (both exact and approximate), special functions
(e.g., Bessel functions, Hankel functions, and Legendre polynomials), orthogonality
relationships, etc., that are used to model and solve real world problems concerning the
propagation of sound in the ocean. Topics include, for example, reflection and transmission
coefficients, ocean waveguide pulse-propagation models based on normal mode and full-wave theory,
the WKB approximation, three-dimensional ray acoustics, and the parabolic equation approximation.
PREREQUISITES: Standard undergraduate sequence of calculus and physics courses for engineering
and science students.
EC3500 Analysis of Random Signals (4-0)
Course Coordinator: F. Kragh
Fundamental concepts and useful tools for analyzing non-deterministic
signals and noise in military communication, control, and signal
processing systems are developed. Topics include properties of
random processes, correlation functions, energy and spectral densities,
linear systems and mean square estimation, noise models and special
processes. PREREQUISITES: EC2500 (may be concurrent) and EC2010,
or consent of instructor.
EC3510 Communications Engineering (3-1)
Course Coordinator: R. C. Robertson
The influence of noise and interference on the design and selection of digital and analog
communications systems is analyzed. Topics include link budget analysis and signal-to-noise
ratio calculations, receiver performance for various analog and digital modulation techniques,
and bandwidth and signal power trade-offs. Examples of military communications systems are
included. PREREQUISITES: EC2220 and
EC3500 or
EC3410 .
EC3550 Fiber Optic Systems (3-1)
Course Coordinator: J. P. Powers
An introduction to the components and to the concepts of designing
fiber optic communications systems for military applications.
Includes fiber properties and parameters, fiber fabrication and
testing, LED and injection laser sources, pin photodiodes and
avalanche photodiode detectors, receiver design considerations,
connector and splice techniques, and system design incorporating
analysis and trade offs. Data distribution techniques are also
studied. PREREQUISITES: EC2220, EC2500, and EC2650.
EC3600 Antennas and Propagation (3-2)
Course Coordinator: M. A. Morgan
A fundamental understanding of antennas, scattering, and propagation is developed. Characteristics and design
principles of common antenna types, such as dipoles, arrays, horns, reflectors and microstrip patches, are
considered. Concepts of antenna gain and effective area are used to develop power link equations.
Scattering theory is introduced and propagation phenomena are considered for real-world scenarios.
Design applications include phased, Yagi and log-periodic arrays, as well as shaped-beam reflector antennas,
sidelobe suppression, radar target scattering, stealth principles, surface waves, HF and satellite
communications. PREREQUISITE: EC2650.
EC3610 Microwave Engineering (3-2)
Course Coordinator: J. B. Knorr
This course provides an overview of the circuits and devices used
in microwave radar communication and electronic warfare systems.
The course covers network analysis using scattering parameters,
transmission media, selected circuits, electron tubes, solid state
devices, and monolithic integrated circuits. Circuits and devices
are studied in the laboratory using both hardware and computer
simulation. PREREQUISITE: EC2650.
EC3630 Radiowave Propagation (3-2)
Course Coordinator: D. C. Jenn
This course treats the effects of the earth and its atmosphere on the propagation of electromagnetic waves at
radio frequencies. Topics covered include ground waves, sky waves, ducting, reflection, refraction, diffraction,
scattering, attenuation, and fading. Basic theory is covered and computer models are introduced where
appropriate. Emphasis is placed on determination of the transmission loss between transmitting and receiving
antennas. Computer laboratory exercises are used to illustrate the propagation characteristics of various indoor
and outdoor environments, and their effects on system performance.
PREREQUISITES: EC2650 or consent of instructor.
EC3700 Joint Network-Enabled Electronic Warfare (3-2)
Course Coordinator: P. E. Pace
The concept of information operations (IO) and the critical role for electronic warfare (EW) are examined. The net-enabled force transformation is presented emphasizing how network-enabled EW technology provides a force multiplier for this transformation. Important EW technology components of SeaPower-21 are emphasized. The network space – battlespace duality and the Global Information Grid are also analyzed (FORCEnet). Metrics are presented to quantify the information value from wireless networks of distributed sensors and weapons. A direct assessment of the value of the network (information superiority) to the combat outcome (battlespace superiority) is presented. Integrated air defense suppression examples are studied using game theory to demonstrate the concepts. The role of intelligence is also emphasized. Sensor technologies and their use in the battlespace are presented. Mathematical models for electronic attack (EA) techniques are developed including those against GPS, RF and IR sensors. Off-board EA techniques including chaff, towed and rocket decoys, and digital image synthesizers are emphasized for counter-surveillance, counter-targeting and counter-terminal. High power microwave and laser-based directed energy weapons are examined. Sensor protection techniques are discussed including an introduction to the new area of counter-electronic support. Students do a research project on a topic of interest from the Force Transformation Roadmap. Laboratory exercises are also conducted in the Radar and Electronic Warfare Laboratory. PREREQUISITES: EC2500 or EC2650 or equivalent
EC3750 SIGINT Systems I (3-2)
Course Coordinator: H. H. Loomis, Jr.
Introduction to National Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) systems
with focus on tasking, exploitation, collection, processing, and
dissemination of products derived by special SIGINT systems. This
course focuses on applying numerical and analytical techniques
to exploit realistic navigation, communications, radar, telemetry,
and other threat target sets critical to national security. A
thorough review of fundamentals in radar and communications to
include the utilization of spread spectrum by these systems will
be discussed. The analysis of systems is presented for SIGINT
operations or measurements such as: encoding/decoding, multiplexing,
demultiplexing, modulation/demodulation, signal-to-noise ratio,
bit-error rate, bandwidth efficiency, power budget, and polarization.
PREREQUISITES: EC2500 or EO3512 or consent of instructor; U.S.
citzenship and TOP SECRET clearance with eligibility for SCI access.
EC3760 Information Operations Systems (3-2)
Instructor: J. McEachen
This course examines the Network-centric Environment that is the focus of the Information
Operations (IO) infrastructure with emphasis on current and future implementation models.
A Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) approach is taken in which the adversary's computer network
system architecture is examined and evaluated for the purpose of exploitation, protection, and/or
attack. A thorough review of the fundamentals of communications, computer networks, and advanced
digital technologies is discussed. This course works closely with the Department of Defense to
reinforce realistic approaches for solving critical IO issues within the community.
PREREQUISITES: EC2500 or
EO2512 or consent of instructor;
U.S. citizenship and TOP SECRET clearance with eligibility for SCI access.
EC3800 Microprocessor Based System Design (3-2)
Course Coordinator: J. T. Butler
Advanced microprocessor system concepts are studied. Microprocessor
systems are widely used for embedded control in military systems
as well as for stand-alone computers. Topics covered are CPU
operation and timing, address decoding, typical LSI support chips,
exception processing, design of static and dynamic memory systems,
worst-case timing analysis, bus arbitration, and direct memory
access controllers. The laboratory consists of a design project
integrating hardware and software using a state-of-the-art development
system. PREREQUISITES: EC2840 and EC2820.
EC3820 Computer Systems (3-1)
Course Coordinator: F. W. Terman
The course presents a unified approach for the design of computer
systems stressing the interacting processes implemented in hardware,
software, and firmware. General features of operating systems
are studied as well as specific features of an existing system.
The elements of a multiprogramming system are introduced. PREREQUISITE:
EC2840.
EC3830 Digital Computer Design Methodology (3-2)
Course Coordinator: H. H. Loomis, Jr.
A design and project-oriented course covering basic principles,
theories, and techniques for practical design of digital systems.
Emphasizes an integrated viewpoint combining essential elements
of classical switching theory with a thorough understanding of
modern design aids. Current military and commercial systems are
used as design examples. PREREQUISITE: EC2820
EC3840 Introduction to Computer Architecture (3-2)
Course Coordinator: D. J. Fouts
The fundamental principles of computer architecture and processor design, including the
influences of implementation technology, cost, performance, and the historical development of
computer architecture. Levels of abstraction and instruction set/architecture design. Processor
design and implementation, including the data path and the control unit. Computer design,
including buses, the memory hierarchy, and the input/output subsystem. Factors effecting
performance and performance measurement, evaluation, and comparison. The effects of embedded
military applications on computer architecture.
PREREQUISITES: EC2820 and EC2840.
EC3850 Computer Communications Methods (3-2)
Course Coordinator: M. Tummala
The course objective is to develop an understanding of computer communications networks with emphasis on the requirements of military environments and
the US Navy's combat platforms. Coverage includes the essential topics of network topology, connectivity, queuing delay, message
throughput, and performance analysis. The layered network architectures, such as the seven-layer OSI model and DoD's TCP/IP protocol suite, are covered.
The techniques and protocols used in these layers are discussed. Local area networking technologies such as Ethernet, FDDI and
wireless Ethernet, and wide area technologies such as X.25 and frame relay are covered. Principles of networking devices (hubs, switches, and routers)
are presented. Some distributed applications are presented briefly.
PREREQUISITE: EC2010 and EC2500.
EC3910, 20, ..., 90 Special Topics in Electrical Engineering (V-V)
Course Coordinator: R. C. Robertson
Courses on special topics in Electrical Engineering are offered
under these numbers. In most cases new courses are offered as
special topics of current interest with the possibility of being
developed as regular courses. See online catalog for current offerings.
EC4000 Introduction to Doctoral Research (2-0)
Course Coordinator: D.V.Z. Wadsworth
The main objectives of the course are to foster interaction among the doctoral students and the department
faculty and to promote excellence in research. Additional objectives of the course are to prepare the doctoral
students to initiate the screening and qualifying steps of the program, to undertake dissertation research, and
to publish and present research results. Along with an overview of the ECE Ph.D. program, the course provides
guidance on the program preliminaries, such as the screening and qualification exams and minor requirements, and
the dissertation research process. A broad overview of the current research problems in the field of electrical
and computer engineering relating to the needs of national defense and in the ECE department in particular is
presented. Students in the early stages of their program will be exposed to ongoing dissertation research and
advances in the field through research presentations delivered by doctoral students in the research phase of
their program, NPS faculty and outside researchers. The course provides the opportunity for doctoral students at
all levels of progress to meet once a week to discuss their research, share ideas, rehearse conference
presentations and dissertation defenses, and to gain exposure to a diversity of research topics and ideas.
Graded on Pass/Fail basis only. PREREQUISITE: Approved ECE Ph.D. student or Consent of the ECE Ph.D.
Program Committee.
EC4010 Principles of Systems Engineering (3-2)
Course Coordinator: D.V.Z. Wadsworth
An introduction to systems engineering concepts and methods for
the design and integration of complex defense systems, with emphasis
on electrical engineering applications. Familiarity with the systems
engineering process is developed through case studies of representative
defense systems and a group design project which includes determination
of system requirements from mission needs and operational requirements.
Digital simulation models, including those in current use by
DOD, are used to determine engineering and performance tradeoffs.
PREREQUISITES: Four quarters in an NPS engineering curriculum
or equivalent.
EC4130 Advanced Electrical Machinery Systems (4-2)
Course Coordinator: A. Julian
Advanced analysis of detailed and reduced-order representations of shipboard electric machinery
and power electronic drives. This course will include extensions to 3-phase machine and network
connections, constant flux and current source control, extensive simulation examples including
saturation and open-phase conditions, comprehensive investigation of linearized and reduced-order
machine and drive representations, the modeling and control of a dc link system, and the
fundamentals of AC machine vector control.
PREREQUISITE: EC3130.
EC4150 Advanced Solid State Power Conversion (4-1)
Course Coordinator: R. W. Ashton
Design and analysis of modern power electronic drives with particular
emphasis on electric drives for present and future ship propulsion
systems and variable frequency/variable speed power converters
for advanced shipboard electric power distribution. Electrical
and mechanical systems compatibility and electrical system interfacing
topics are addressed. This course begins by examining the non-ideal
aspects of power semiconductor switches and other components.
In addition, dynamic performance of power electronic circuits
is explored. The course includes some more advanced topics like
resonant converters and active power line conditioners. PREREQUISITES:
EC3150 and electrical machine theory, or consent of instructor.
EC4210 Electro-Optic Systems Engineering (3-0) Winter
Course Coordinator: P. E. Pace
Advanced topics and application of electro-optics. Military applications of electro-optic and infrared technology such as laser communications, laser radar, and Bragg cell signal processors. Signal-to-noise analysis of laser detector performance. Student reports on EO/IR topics of current military interest. PREREQUISITE: EC3210.
EC4220 Introduction to Analog VLSI (3-1)
Course Coordinator: S. Michael
Modern active circuit design topologies; analog and sampled data
networks. Analysis of transfer function properties, stability
and causality. Higher order filter design and synthesis. Use
of computer simulation tools, SPICE, and different device models
for network analysis. Transformation methods and switched-capacitor
filtering and non-filtering applications. Introduction to analog
VLSI techniques using stray-insensitive switched-capacitor networks.
Examples of such analog VLSI designs in military applications.
PREREQUISITE: EC2400 and EC3200.
EC4230 Reliability Issues for Military Electronics (3-1)
Course Coordinator: T. R. Weatherford
This course investigates where and why semiconductor devices fail in military
environments. Topics include limitations of commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS)
integrated circuits, thermal failure, electrostatic breakdown, noise in solid state devices,
packaging reliability issues, radiation effects due to space and nuclear
environments, and the limited availability of military integrated circuit suppliers.
PREREQUISITE: EC3220.
EC4280 Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS) Design II (2-4)
Course Coordinator: T. R. Weatherford
This course exposes students to advanced topics on material considerations for MEMS, microfabrication techniques, forces in the micro- and nano- domains,
and circuits and systems issues. Case studies of MEMS based microsensors, microactuators and microfluidic devices are discussed. Laboratory work
includes computer aided design (CAD) and characterization of existing MEMS devices.
PREREQUISITE: EC3280 or consent of instructor.
EC4300 Advanced Topics in Modern Control Systems (3-0)
Course Coordinator: X. Yun
Advanced topics and current developments in control systems are
presented in this course. The list of special topics includes
(but it is not limited to) robotics systems, autonomous vehicles,
design by robust techniques. PREREQUISITE: Consent of instructor.
EC4310 Fundamentals of Robotics (3-2)
Course Coordinator: X. Yun
This course presents the fundamentals of land-based robotic systems covering the areas of
locomotion, manipulation, grasping, sensory perception, and teleoperation. Main topics include
kinematics, dynamics, manipulability, motion/force control, real-time programming, controller
architecture, motion planning, navigation, and sensor integration. Several Nomad mobile robots
will be used for class projects. Military applications of robotic systems will be discussed.
PREREQUISITES: MA3042 and either EC2300 or
EC2320 or consent of instructor.
EC4320 Design of Robust Control Systems (3-2)
Course Coordinator: R. G. Hutchins
This course presents advanced topics on control system design.
Major emphasis is on robust techniques in order to account for
uncertainties on the systems to be controlled. Several applications
show the trade-offs in several applications, such as missile and/or
underwater vehicles control design. Advanced concepts on H2
and H-infinity will be introduced as part of the course. PREREQUISITES:
EC3310, EC3320.
EC4330 Navigation, Missile, and Avionics Systems (3-2)
Course Coordinator: R. G. Hutchins
Principles of missile guidance, including guidance control laws, basic aerodynamics and six
degree-of-freedom motion simulation. Additional topics are selected from the following areas to
address the general interests of the class: advanced guidance laws, passive sensors, INS
guidance, fire control and tracking systems, ballistic missile targeting.
PREREQUISITES: EC3310, U.S. citizenship and SECRET clearance.
EC4340 Navigation, Missile, and Avionics Systems for International Students (3-2)
Course Coordinator: R. G. Hutchins
This course covers essentially the same material as EC4330,
but with deletion of detailed analysis of specific systems. This course is intended for officers
who do not have U.S. citizenship.
PREREQUISITES: EC3310.
EC4350 Nonlinear Control Systems (3-2)
Course Coordinator: R. Cristi
This course presents techniques for automatic control of nonlinear
systems with application to current military and robotic systems.
Main topics include the analysis and design of nonlinear systems
with phase plane and describing function methods, Lyapunov and
sliding mode control techniques. Acurracy limit cycles, jump
resonances, relay servos, and discontinuous systems will also
be considered. PREREQUISITES: EC2300, EC2320.
EC4360 Adaptive Control Systems (3-1)
Course Coordinator: R. Cristi
This course addresses the problem of control systems which can
self-adjust to changes in the operating conditions. Typical examples
are autopilots for large ships which have to adapt to changes
in load and/or sea conditions. Several techniques are presented,
ranging from classical adaptive linear models to more modern techniques
based on neural networks. PREREQUISITES: EC3310, EC3320.
EC4400 Advanced Topics in Signal Processing (3-0)
Course Coordinator: C. W. Therrien
Special advanced topics in signal processing not currently covered
in a regularly scheduled course and relevant to advanced naval
and other military applications. Topics may include digital filter
structures and implementations, advanced computational topics
and architectures for signal processing, imaging, recent work
in signal modeling, array processing, or other topics of interest.
PREREQUISITE: Consent of instructor.
EC4410 Speech Signal Processing (3-1)
Course Coordinator: M. Fargues
This course covers methods of digital signal processing as they
are applied to speech communication for transmission, encryption,
and recognition. The production and perception mechanisms are
discussed. Topics include speech modeling analysis, synthesis,
coding including LPC, and speech and speaker recognition. The
techniques introduced here are also applied to sonar signal processing,
voice controlled remote security and access, voice operated aircraft
control, and other areas. PREREQUISITES: EC3400 and either
EC3500 or EC3410 or
consent of instructor.
EC4420 Modern Spectral Analysis (3-1)
Course Coordinator: C. W. Therrien
Spectral estimation is the key to passive sonar detection, signal
parameter estimation, and identification. Classical and modern spectral
estimations are developed from their basic ideas and compared in terms of
performance and implementation. Topics include Fourier-based,
model-based, and eigenspace-based estimators, Capon's and Prony's method,
time-frequency distributions, and wavelets. Extensions are made to address
non-stationary conditions and to use higher order moments (i.e., polyspectra). Advanced topics, such as
cyclo-stationary, cepstral, and
coherence estimation are introduced. PREREQUISITES:
EC3400 (may be concurrent)
and EC3410
or EC3500.
EC4430 Multimedia Information and Communications (3-1)
Instructor: M. Tummala
The course objective is to the present essentials of real-time communication
of digital multimedia (audio, video and text) information
by bringing together topics from
digital signal processing (information processing), digital
communications (information transmission and reception), and
computer networking (information distribution).
Algorithms for compression of multimedia information are presented.
Related international standards such as G.728, JPEG, MPEG, MP3, LZW, and IS95
are discussed. Major topics include digital representation and compression
of multimedia information, transmission (storage) and distribution of
compressed information, and end-to-end delivery issues such as loss,
reliability, security, and encryption of multimedia information.
PREREQUISITES: EC3410
or EC3500.
EC4440 Statistical Digital Signal Processing (3-2)
Course Coordinator: M. Fargues
Modern methods of digital signal
processing are developed in this course from a statistical point of view.
Methods are developed for processing random signals through statistical data
analysis and modeling. Topics include adaptive filtering, linear prediction, MA,
AR, and ARMA signal modeling, lattice structures, and an introduction to
subspace methods and other modern methods of spectrum estimation. Techniques
presented are applied to various engineering problems such as system
identification, forecasting, and equalization. The algorithms introduced have
direct applications in communication, sonar, radar systems signal processing,
and modern navy weapon systems. PREREQUISITES: EC3410 or
EC3500, and
MA3042 or consent of
the instructor.
EC4450 Sonar Systems Engineering (4-1)
Course Coordinator: L. J. Ziomek
Mathematical development and discussion of fundamental principles that pertain to the design and
operation of passive and active sonar systems critical to naval operations. Topics from complex
aperture theory, array theory, and signal processing are covered. This course supports the
undersea warfare and engineering acoustics curricula and others. PREREQUISITES:
EC3450 or PH3452 or OC3260 and either
EC3410 or EC3500 or
EO3402 or equivalent.
EC4460 Artificial Neural Networks (3-1)
Course Coordinator: M. Fargues
The basic theory and practice of artificial neural networks and their
applications in electrical engineering are presented. Modeling of
biological neurons as processing elements, their organization into a
network of interconnected artificial neurons, and some basic laws of
learning are discussed. Details of learning algorithms, such as LMS,
back-propagation, self-organizing map, and adaptive resonance theory are
presented. Emphasis is placed on problems related to pattern recognition
and classification, control systems, optimization, and data compression.
Course projects address DOD specific applications, such as radar/sonar
target recognition and classification using image or acoustic data.
PREREQUISITES: EC3500 or
EC3410 and knowledge of simple electronic and logic
circuits.
EC4480 Image Processing and Recognition (3-2)
Course Coordinator: R. Cristi
This course provides image processing background for understanding modern military applications
such as long range target selection, medium range identification, and short range guidance of new
weapons systems. Subjects include image sampling and quantization, image representation,
enhancement, transformation, encoding, and data compression. Predictive coding, transform coding,
and interframe coding techniques are also introduced. 3D to 2D imaging projections are also
introduced to extract 3D information either from motion or stereo imaging. Some effort is
directed toward image compression techniques particularly suited for multimedia video
conferencing. PREREQUISITE: EC3400.
EC4500 Advanced Topics in Communications (3-0)
Course Coordinator: T. T. Ha
Topics and current developments in communications relevant to advanced naval and other military applications. Offered on an
occasional basis with the topics determined by the instructor. PREREQUISITE: Consent of instructor.
EC4510 Cellular Communications (3-0)
Course Coordinator: T. T. Ha
This course presents the fundamentals of cellular communications. Cellular architectures, propagation models, modulation formats, diversity techniques,
equalization, error control, multiple access techniques, networking, and standards such as AMPS, N-AMPS, IS-54, GSM, and IS-95 are covered.
PREREQUISITE: EC3510.
EC4530 Soft Radio(3-2)
Course Coordinator: F. Kragh
An introduction to soft radios, devices that generate (transmitter) and/or process (receiver) digital communications signals in software and in
reconfigurable hardware. The course covers basic radio frequency (RF) design principles, soft radio architectures, analysis of receiver operation,
and existing soft radio efforts.
PREREQUISITE: EC3510 or consent of instructor.
EC4550 Digital Communications (4-0)
Course Coordinator: R. C. Robertson
This course presents the advantages and limitations of modern military M-ary digital
communications systems. M-ary modulation formats, matched filter receivers, probability of symbol
error calculations, coherent and noncoherent receivers, carrier and symbol synchronization,
modems, bandwidth and signal energy, diversity combining, and fading channels are covered.
Examples of current operational and proposed military and commercial space and earth links are
treated. PREREQUISITE: EC3510.
EC4560 Spread Spectrum Communications (3-2)
Course Coordinator: R. C. Robertson
Methods of reducing the effects of hostile jamming on military radio communications systems are considered. Direct sequence
spread spectrum systems and frequency-hopped spread spectrum systems are examined with regard to their LPI, LPD, AJ, and multiple access capabilities.
Time-hopped and hybrid systems are also considered. Coarse and fine synchronization problems and techniques are presented. PREREQUISITE:
EC3510.
EC4570 Signal Detection and Estimation (4-0)
Course Coordinator: M. Fargues
Principles of optimal signal processing techniques for detecting signals in noise are considered. Topics include maximum likelihood,
Bayes risk, Neyman-Pearson and min-max criteria and calculations of their associated error probabilities (ROC curves). Principles
of maximum likelihood, Bayes cost, minimum mean square error (MMSE), and maximum a posteriori estimators are introduced. Integral
equations and the Karhunen-Loeve expansion are introduced. The estimator-correlator structure is derived. Emphasis is on dual
development of continuous time and discrete time approaches, the latter being most suitable for digital signal processing implementations. This
course provides students the necessary foundation to undertake research in military radar and sonar systems.
PREREQUISITE: EC3410
or EC3500.
EC4580 Error Correction Coding (4-0)
Course Coordinator: R. C. Robertson
Digital military communication systems often employ error control coding to improve effectiveness
against noise, fading, and jamming. This course, together with EC4560, provides students the
necessary foundations for understanding the principles of such systems. Topics include Shannon's
channel capacity theorem and coding methods for error control in digital communications systems,
including convolutional, block, concatenated, and turbo codes as well as trellis-coded
modulation. Applications of error control coding to modern digital communications systems are
discussed.
PREREQUISITE: EC3510.
EC4590 Communications Satellite Systems Engineering (3-0)
Course Coordinator: F. Kragh
Communication satellite systems including the satellite and user terminals. Subjects include orbital mechanics, satellite description,
earth terminals, detailed link analysis, frequency division multiple access, time division multiple access, demand assignment, random
multiple access, and spread spectrum multiple access. Various military satellite communications systems are introduced. PREREQUISITE:
EC3510.
EC4600 Advanced Topics in Electromagnetics (3-0)
Course Coordinator: D. C. Jenn
Selected advanced topics in electromagnetics that are not currently
covered in regular courses offerings, and relevant to naval and
other military applications. Topics may include, but are not limited
to, computational electromagnetics, scattering and radiation,
propagation, and new device and antenna concepts. PREREQUISITE:
Consent of instructor.
EC4610 Radar Systems (3-2)
Course Coordinator: D. C. Jenn
The radar range equation is developed in a form including signal integration, the effects of target cross section, fluctuations,
and propagation losses. Modern techniques discussed include pulse
compression frequency modulated radar, moving target indicator (MTI) and pulse Doppler systems, monopulse tracking systems, multiple
unit steerable array radars, and synthetic aperture systems. Laboratory sessions deal with basic pulse radar systems from which
the advanced techniques have developed, with pulse compression, and with the measurement of radar cross section
of targets. PREREQUISITE: EC3600.
EC4630 Radar Cross Section Prediction and Reduction (3-2)
Course Coordinator: D. C. Jenn
This course covers the design and engineering aspects of stealth and its impact on platform and sensor design. Signature prediction
methods in the radar, infrared (IR), and laser frequency bands are discussed. Radar cross section (RCS) analysis methods include
geometrical optics and diffraction theory, physical optics and the physical theory of diffraction, and numerical solutions to
integral and differential equations. Prediction methods for IR and laser cross sections (LCS) are also introduced. Signature
reduction by shaping, materials selection, and active and passive cancellation are applied to each frequency regime. The measurement
of these cross sections is also covered. PREREQUISITE: EC3600 or consent of instructor.
EC4640 Airbourne Radar Systems (3-2)
Course Coordinator: P. E. Pace
The main objective of this course is to discuss concepts and digital signal processing techniques
involved in modern airborne radars, which detect targets in presence of large ground clutter
and other interferences. Radar waveform (or modes) are treated as continuous wave
(CW), high pulse repetition frequency (HPRF), medium pulse repetition frequency (MPRF), and low
pulse repetition frequency (LPRF). Practical implementation and the signal processing
associated with each mode will be elaborated. Advantages and limitations of each mode shall
be discussed. Military applications of these modes will be discussed in the existing airborne and
surface based radar systems. Concepts and algorithms are covered for digital pulse
compression, MTI clutter cancellation, Doppler processing, constant false alarm rate (CFAR)
detection, ambiguity resolution, synthetic array radar (SAR) processing and other associated
techniques and algorithms. PREREQUISITE: EC4610 or equivalent.
EC4650 Advanced Electromagnetics (3-0)
Course Coordinator: M. A. Morgan
An introduction is provided to advanced mathematical and numerical
techniques of importance in the design and analysis of electromagnetic
devices. Applications are considered for radar scattering, low
observables, broad-band antennas, surface wave propagation, and
microwave techniques. PREREQUISITES: EC3600 and consent of instructor.
EC4680 Joint Network-Enabled Electronic Warfare II (3-2)
Course Coordinator: P. E. Pace
The course is intended for U.S. students with a SECRET clearance. The course continues the discussion of counter
electronic support and begins with an introduction to low-probability-of-intercept (LPI) emitter signaling
techniques and technologies. The origin and importance of the LPI emitter are emphasized. Case studies are shown
to demonstrate the capability of the LPI emitter as an anti-ship capable missile seeker. Network enabled receiver
techniques are presented highlighting the benefits of the sensor-shooter-information grid and swarm intelligence.
The new challenges facing the intercept receiver design and the trends in receiver technology are addressed. To
increase the processing gain of the receiver, time-frequency signal processing methods are presented and include
the pseudo Wigner-Ville distribution, quadrature mirror filter bank trees for wavelet decomposition and the
Choi-Williams distribution. Bi-frequency techniques are also emphasized and include cyclostationary processing
for estimating the spectral correlation density of the intercepted signal. Calculations using each signal
processing method are shown to demonstrate the output information and its correlation with the input signal
parameters. New detection results are then derived by the student for various LPI signaling schemes to illustrate
the parameter extraction methods developed. Autonomous emitter classification architectures are also presented.
Laboratory simulation exercises are conducted to demonstrate the concepts. PREREQUISITES: EC3700.
EC4690 Joint Network-Enabled Electronic Warfare II for International Students (3-2)
Course Coordinator: P. E. Pace
The course is intended for international students and contains the same material as EC4680. The course continues
the discussion of counter electronic support and begins with an introduction to low-probability-of-intercept
(LPI) emitter signaling techniques and technologies. The origin and importance of the LPI emitter are emphasized.
Case studies are shown to demonstrate the capability of the LPI emitter as an anti-ship capable missile seeker.
Network enabled receiver techniques are presented highlighting the benefits of the sensor-shooter-information
grid and swarm intelligence. The new challenges facing the intercept receiver design and the trends in receiver
technology are addressed. To increase the processing gain of the receiver, time-frequency signal processing
methods are presented and include the pseudo Wigner-Ville distribution, quadrature mirror filter bank trees for
wavelet decomposition and the Choi-Williams distribution. Bi-frequency techniques are also emphasized and include
cyclostationary processing for estimating the spectral correlation density of the intercepted signal.
Calculations using each signal processing method are shown to demonstrate the output information and its
correlation with the input signal parameters. New detection results are then derived by the student for various
LPI signaling schemes to illustrate the parameter extraction methods developed. Autonomous emitter classification
architectures are also presented. Laboratory simulation exercises are conducted to demonstrate the concepts.
PREREQUISITES: EC3700.
EC4750 SIGINT Systems II (3-4)
Course Coordinator: T. T. Ha
Detailed problems and principles of Signals Intelligence (SIGINT)
are presented. Several SIGINT scenarios are studied in class,
and students select one for a team project. The scenarios taught
are based on SIGINT needs from the National Security Agency (the
scenarios are highly classified). The selected SIGINT scenario
will require a conceptual design or realignment of national SIGINT
systems to satisfy the operational commander's SIGINT needs. PREREQUISITES:
EC3750 or consent of instructor; U.S. citizenship and TOP SECRET
clearance with eligibility for SCI access.
EC4800 Advanced Topics in Computer Engineering (3-0)
Course Coordinator: J. T. Butler
Advanced topics and current developments in computer architecture
including such subjects as: graphics and multimedia processors
relevant to military applications and workstations; computer structures
for artificial intelligence and large data bases; supercomputers
and massively parallel architectures; advanced logic design, hardware/software
co-design, and multiple-valued logic. PREREQUISITE: Consent of
instructor.
EC4810 Fault Tolerant Computing (3-2)
Course Coordinator: J. T. Butler
Introduction to fault-tolerant computing. The causes and effects
of computer, digital system, and software failure. The fundamental
concepts and techniques for the design and implementation of fault-tolerant
computers, testing digital systems, and software. Modeling, simulation,
and evaluation of fault-tolerant systems. Military and space
applications of fault-tolerant computing. PREREQUISITE:
EC3840.
EC4820 Advanced Computer Architecture (3-1)
Course Coordinator: D. J. Fouts
Techniques to achieve high performance computing, including advanced architectural features and
highly parallel processors. Techniques for improving processor, memory subsystem, and I/O
subsystem performance, including pipelining, memory interleaving, multi-level caching, and
parallel I/O. Parallel computer models, scalability, and clustering. Parallel programming, the
role of the compiler, and compiler parallelization techniques. Performance metrics, evaluation,
and comparisons between parallel processors. Enabling technologies for highly parallel
computers, including the use of the microprocessor as a building block. Distributed memory.
Processor/cluster interconnection networks. Advanced implementation technologies and techniques. Military applications of high-performance computers and parallel processors.
PREREQUISITE: EC3840.
EC4830 Digital Computer Design (3-1)
Course Coordinator: H. H. Loomis, Jr.
This course presents digital system design techniques that
can be used in tactical embedded systems. It involves a study
of the architecture of and the design process for digital computer
systems. Topics covered include instruction set architectures,
advanced computer arithmetic, hierarchical design techniques,
and design of systems using standard and custom VLSI devices.
Modern computer-aided design tools are emphasized. Laboratory
project is the design of a digital computer. PREREQUISITES:
EC3800 and EC3830.
EC4840 Advanced Microprocessors (3-1)
Course Coordinator: F. W. Terman
Advanced topics and current developments in high-end microprocessor
architecture and implementation; RISC vs. CISC; superscaler design;
cache coherency; multimedia processors; bus and memory interfaces;
military applications. PREREQUISITE: EC3840.
EC4850 High Speed Networking (3-2)
Course Coordinator: M. Tummala
The course systematically develops the traffic characteristics of DoD and commercial broadband
services (video, voice, text and other multimedia information) and determines the need for
high-speed networks with emphasis on quality of service. Queuing theory is used in the design and
analysis of the various modules of a high-speed network: traffic modeling, switches, admission
control, scheduling, traffic monitoring, and congestion control. Emerging trends and technologies
that enable deployment of high-speed global networks for tactical, commercial, and residential
use are discussed. Topics include queuing theory, traffic models, traffic management, and
broadband technologies, such as ATM, Gigabit Ethernet, DSL and cable access. Laboratory is
concerned with the use of OPNET for simulation studies of various network topologies.
PREREQUISITE: EC3850 or consent of instructor.
EC4870 VLSI Systems Design (3-2)
Course Coordinator: D. J. Fouts
Introduction to the design and implementation of Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor
(CMOS)
and Bipolar CMOS (BiCMOS) Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) digital Integrated Circuits (ICs).
Topics covered include the specification of the high-level functional design, the design,
implementation, and simulation of low-level cells, floor planning and the assembly of low-level
cells into the high-level design using hierarchial place-and-route techniques, circuit extraction
and simulation for functional verification, timing analysis, and power estimation, and the
principles of bulk CMOS, BiCMOS, and SOS/SOI IC fabrication. Applications of VLSI ICs in
military systems are also covered. The course is centered around laboratory projects where
student groups design, implement, simulate, and submit for fabrication, a full-custom CMOS or
BiCMOS, VLSI IC. IC functionality is selected by each student group. A field trip to a
commercial foundry and clean room tour is also included. PREREQUISITES:
EC2200 and either
EC3800 or
EC3830 or
EC3840.
EC4900 Topics for Individual Study in Electrical Engineering (V-V)
Course Coordinator:
R. C.
Robertson
Supervised study in selected areas of Electrical Engineering to
meet the needs of the individual student. A written report is
required at the end of the quarter. PREREQUISITE: Consent of
the department chairman. Graded on Pass/Fail basis only.
EC4910, 20, ..., 90 Advanced Special Topics in Electrical Engineering (V-V)
Course Coordinator:
R. C. Robertson
Courses on advanced special topics in Electrical Engineering are offered under these numbers. In most cases new courses are offered
as special topics of current interest with the possibility of being developed as regular courses.
EC4910 Digital Signal Processing for Wireless Communications (3-2)
Course Coordinator: R. Cristi
This course presents techniques for wireless high data rate communications as applications of recent advances on Multirate Digital Signal Processing. Fractionally Space Blind Equalizers, Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) and Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) are presented as particular configurations of Filter Banks and Transmultiplexers, now well understood in the Signal Processing literature. This gives the framework for the development of optimal and adaptive estimation algorithms which can be effectively implemented in dedicated hardware. PREREQUISITES: EC3400 or EC3410 or EC3500.EC4920 Advanced Telecommunication Systems Engineering ( 3 - 2 )
Course Coordinator: J. McEachen
This course studies the engineering of communications transport networks with a particular emphasis on telephony systems. Presents basic concepts in conventional telephony and traffic engineering such as availability, blockage, dimensioning and survivability. Introduces the architecture of Public Switched Telephone Networks (PSTN) and Mobile Switching Networks (MSN). Presents alternatives for enterprise architectures including Private Automatic Branch Exchange (PABX) and Media Gateways (MG). Examines DoN implementations from intra-ship, ship-to-ship and long haul. Discusses approaches to signaling and provisioning. Presents the Signaling System No. 7 (SS7) architecture. Surveys a variety of transport network technologies to include the Synchronous Optical Network (SONET)/Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH) standard, Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM), dark fiber, and metro Ethernet. Introduces carrier-grade Voice-over-Internet Protocol (VoIP) implementations. Concludes with a discussion of Network Management. PREREQUISITES: EC2010, EC3850EC4940 Mobile Ad Hoc Wireless Networking (3-2)
Course Coordinator: M. Tummala
The course presents the fundamental principles, design issues, performance analysis, and military applications of infrastructure and ad hoc wireless packet switched networks. Radio wave propagation, wireless channel characteristic, orthogonal frequency division multiplexing, transceiver design, channel coding, and other physical layer technologies are reviewed. Principles of wireless local area and wide area (cellular) networks are presented. Design and performance analysis of medium access control mechanisms-contention, reservation and scheduling-are covered. Mobile IP protocol is presented, and reactive and proactive protocols for routing in ad hoc networks are introduced. The performance of TCP over wireless networks is analyzed. Security in infrastructure and ad hoc networks is addressed. Sensor networks are introduced. Energy management is discussed. The widely used and emerging wireless networking standards are reviewed. Hardware laboratory assignments provide hands-on experience and OPNET projects allow simulation of large scale networks to complement the theory presented in the course. PREREQUISITE: EC3850 or consent of instructor.EC4950 Emerging Nanotechnology(3-1)
Course Coordinator: T. R. Weatherford
Lectures will concentrate on recent developments and future expectations in nanotechnology for military and space applications. Weekly topics will utilize recently published journal and review articles to examine the state-of-the-art in nanotechnolgies related to electrical engineering such as integrated circuits, sensors, communications, manufacturing technologies, power conversion, and materials. Labs will utilize wafer probe measurements and software visualization of nanostructures. PREREQUISITES: EC3220 or EC4230 or EC4870 or EC2200 with consent of instructor.EC4960 Internet Engineering (3-1)
Course Coordinator: J. McEachen
This course examines the optimal design and analysis of interconnected, heterogeneous computer networks, specifically those employed by the US Navy (e.g., IT-21). A common theme throughout will be the confluence of connection-oriented and connectionless data communications and their overarching networking methodologies. The course will focus primarily on the TCT/IP suite. Techniques for segmentation and reassembly, routing, transfer agent placement, error control, throughput analysis, broadcasting, and multicasting will be examined in detail. Performance of common distibuted applications will be analyzed. PREREQUISITES: EC3850
EC4970 Advanced Topics in Sonar Systems Engineering (3-2)
Course Coordinator: L. J. Ziomek
This course is devoted to advanced topics in sonar systems engineering, with emphasis on topics relevant to active sonar systems. A partial list of topics include: time- compression/time-stretch factor, signal-to-interference ratio (SIR), generalized ambiguity function, modeling reverberation, target strength and target scattering cross section, time-bandwidth product, etc. PREREQUISITE: EC4450.
EO2102 Basic Electronics and Electrical Machines (4-2)
Course Coordinator: T. R. Weatherford
An introduction to the fundamental tools of circuit analysis including Kirchhoff's current and
voltage laws, series-parallel resistance combinations, voltage and current dividers,
superposition, Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits, source transformations and nodal and
mesh analysis. The students are then exposed to frequency domain phasor techniques for analyzing
ac circuits. An introduction to power calculations and three-phase systems is next presented. The
remainder of the course focuses on the basic operational characteristics of power system
components such as transformers, synchronous machines, induction machines, dc machines and power
converters.
PREREQUISITES: MA1043,
MA2121 (may
be concurrent), and ME2440.
EO2402 Introduction to Linear Systems (4-1)
Course Coordinator: C. W. Therrien
A course in the rudiments of linear systems for Naval officers in non-electrical engineering
curricula. Principles of discrete and continuous-time systems. Topics include difference
equations, discrete and continuous convolution, correlation, transfer functions, and system
diagrams. Transform applications in communication and control systems. PREREQUISITES: Ability to
program in a higher level language.
EO2512 Introduction to Communications and Countermeasures (4-2)
Course Coordinator: D.V.Z. Wadsworth
A first course in communications and countermeasures for the Information Warfare curriculum.
The course considers basic electricity and electronics, noise analysis, amplitude modulation,
frequency modulation, digital coding and transmission. PREREQUISITE: MA3139.
EO2513 Introduction to Communications Systems Engineering (4-2)
Course Coordinator: F. Kragh
A first course in communications systems for the C4I curriculum. The course considers basic electricity and electronics, signals and systems, and
amplitude modulation transmission and
reception. PREREQUISITE: MO1901.
EO2525 Probabilistic Analysis of Signals and Communications Systems (4-1)
Course Coordinator: R. C. Robertson
Basic analog and digital communications techniques are discussed. The
foundations of signals and systems are developed from probabilistic and
statistical approaches. Emphasis is on communication systems relevant to
military applications. Topics include AM, FM, probability, random
variables, probability density and distribution functions; deterministic
versus nondeterministic signals; expectation, the dc and rms values of
nondeterministic signals, correlation and covariance; LTI systems,
transformation of random variables and the central limit theorem.
PREREQUISITES: MA2121 and PH1322.
EO2652 Fields, Waves, and Electromagnetic Engineering (4-1)
Course Coordinator: J. B. Knorr
This course covers electromagnetic field theory and engineering
applications. Static electric and magnetic field theory is developed
and Maxwell's equations are presented. Applications include plane
wave propagation, analysis and design of transmission lines, waveguides,
resonators, and high frequency components. Labs provide practical
experience with microwave instruments, components, and measurement
techniques. The objective of the course is to provide a foundation
for subsequent study of microwave engineering, antennas, scattering,
and radiowave propagation for application in the areas of communications,
radar, and electronic warfare. PREREQUISITES: MA1116 and PH1322;
or consent of instructor.
EO3402 Signals and Noise (3-1)
Course Coordinator: C. W. Therrien
A course in the rudiments of modern signal processing for naval
officers in non-electrical engineering curricula. Topics include signal
processing in the frequency domain using the DFT and FFT, random
signals, their description and processing. Applications to signal
detection, demodulation, filtering, beamforming, target tracking,
and other relevant naval and military operations. PREREQUISITES:
EO2402 and OS2103 or equivalent.
EO3502 Telecommunications Systems Technology (4-0)
Course Coordinator: J. McEachen
A broad-based course in telecommunications systems technology for a multidisciplinary audience.
The course considers analog and digital communications systems. Specific topics include
amplitude and angle modulation transmission and reception; baseband and passband digital
modulation; system noise; transmission lines, waveguides and antennas; fiber optics; satellite
communications. PREREQUISITE: MO1901.
EO3512 Telecommunications Engineering (4-1)
Course Coordinator: D.V.Z. Wadsworth
The second course in communications and countermeasures for the Information Warfare curriculum.
The course considers signals and protocols for networks, time and frequency domain multiplexing,
transmission lines, antennas, and fiber optics, and cellular communication concepts.
PREREQUISITE: EO2512.
EO3513 Communications Systems Engineering (4-2)
Course Coordinator: F. Kragh
The second course in communications systems engineering for the C4I curriculum. The course considers analog and digital communications systems.
Specific topics include angle modulation transmission and reception; the sampling theorem; spectral representation of pulse and digital
signals; pulse and digital modulations; baseband coding forms; frequency and time division
multiplexing; transmission lines, waveguides and antennas. PREREQUISITE:
EO2513.
EO3516 Introduction to Communication Systems Engineering (4-2)
Course Coordinator: D.V.Z. Wadsworth
A first course in communication systems for the Space Systems Operations curriculum. The course
considers basic electricity and electronics, signals and systems, and amplitude modulation
transmission and reception.
EO3525 Communications Engineering (4-1)
Course Coordinator: R. C. Robertson
The influence of noise and interference on the design and selection of
digital communications systems is analyzed. Topics include link budget
analysis and signal-to-noise ratio calculations, receiver performance for
various digital modulation techniques, bandwidth and signal power
trade-offs, an introduction to spread spectrum communications, and
multiple access techniques. Examples of military communications systems
are included. PREREQUISITE: EO2525.
EO3602 Electromagnetic Radiation, Scattering, and Propagation (4-2)
Course Coordinator: D. C. Jenn
The principles of electromagnetic radiation are applied to antenna engineering, scattering, and propagation. The characteristics
of various practical antenna types are considered including arrays and reflectors. Scattering concepts are introduced and propagation
phenomena are considered. Applications include sidelobe suppression, radar target scattering and stealth approaches, HF and satellite
communications. This course is intended for students not in the 590 curriculum. PREREQUISITE: EO2652
or equivalent.
EO3701 Network-Centric Electronic Warfare for Joint IO (3-2)
Course Coordinator: P. E. Pace
This course is intended for students in the Joint Information Operations curriculum (698). The course begins by examining the concept of information
operations (IO) and the critical role network-centric electronic warfare (NCEW) plays for the joint warfighter. The net-centric force transformation
currently taking place is presented as well as how NCEW technology provides a force enabler for this revolution. New NCEW concepts and technologies
for all services are addressed. Sensor technologies for weapons and surveillance in the battlespace are examined. Electronic attack techniques that
can be used against these sensors are then presented including anti-radiation missiles. Electronic protection of sensors is addressed with off-board
protection techniques including chaff, towed decoys and digital image synthesizers for counter-surveillance, counter-targeting and counter-terminal.
Electronic support receiver technology, direction finding techniques and the new area of counter-electronic support are presented. Metrics that can be
used to quantify the wireless, distributed sensors and weapons network is studied which enables a direct assessment of the value of the network
(information superiority) to the combat outcome (battlespace superiority). Included are the generalized connectivity measure, network reach, network
richness and the operational tempo. The role of intelligence is also emphasized as well as the neutralization of improvised explosive devices (IEDs).
The use of NCEW against the asymmetric terrorist threat is presented. The role of NCEW in ballistic missile defense will also be covered.
PREREQUISITE: Consent of instructor.
EO3911, 21, ..., 91 Interdisciplinary Studies in Electrical and Computer Engineering (V-V)
Course Coordinator: R. C. Robertson
Courses on special topics of joint interest to electrical and computer engineering and other areas are offered under these numbers.
In most cases new courses are offered as special topics of current interest with the possibility of being developed as regular courses.
See online catalog for current offerings.
EO4512 Communications and Countermeasures (3-2)
Course Coordinator: D.V.Z. Wadsworth
The final course in communications and countermeasures for the Information Warfare curriculum.
The course develops encryption and decryption concepts, secure communications, and communications
countermeasures. PREREQUISITES: EO3512,
U.S. citizenship, and SECRET clearance.
EO4513 Communications Systems Analysis (4-2)
Course Coordinator: F. Kragh
The final course in communications systems engineering for the C4I curriculum. The course considers propagation effects on signal transmission;
end-to-end path calculations for wire/coax, optical fiber, and RF systems including terrestrial ground links and satellite
communications; spread spectrum; wireless/cellular communications.
PREREQUISITES: EO3513.
EO4516 Communication Systems Analysis (4-2)
Course Coordinator: D.V.Z. Wadsworth
The final course in communication systems engineering for the Space Systems Operations curriculum. The course considers propagation effects on signal
transmission; end-to-end path calculations for wire/coax, and RF systems including terrestrial ground links and
satellite communications; spread spectrum; wireless/cellular communications.
PREREQUISITES: EO3516.
EO4612 Microwave Devices and Radar (4-2)
Course Coordinator: D. Jenn
Those microwave devices most important in radar and in electronic warfare systems are studied, including magnetrons, traveling-wave
tubes, and solid state diodes. The radar range equation is developed. In addition to basic pulse radar, modern techniques are discussed
including Doppler systems, tracking radar, pulse compression, and electronically steerable array radars. Electromagnetic compatibility
problems involving radar systems from which the advanced techniques have developed, with performance measurement methods, automatic
tracking systems, pulse compression, and the measurement of radar cross section of targets. PREREQUISITES:
EO3602 (may be concurrent) or consent of instructor.
EO4911, 21, ..., 91 Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies in Electrical and Computer Engineering (V-V)
Course Coordinator: R. C. Robertson
Courses on advanced special topics of joint interest to electrical and
computer engineering and other areas are offered under these numbers. In most
cases new courses are offered as special topics of current interest with the
possibility of being developed as regular courses.