Course Catalog Description: 14:332:347 Linear Systems and Signals Laboratory (1)
Experimental exercises via simulation using MATLAB to get understanding of frequency and time domain analysis of linear dynamic systems and corresponding signals. Finding the response of continuous- and discrete-time linear systems via simulation.
Outcome |
Level |
Proficiency assessed by |
(a) an ability to apply knowledge of Mathematics, science, and engineering |
H |
Laboratory work and reports |
(b) an ability to design and conduct experiments and interpret data |
H |
Laboratory work and reports |
(c) an ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability |
S |
Setting up experiments, performing experiments, and circuit simulations |
(d) an ability to function as part of a multi-disciplinary team |
N |
|
(e) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve ECE problems |
S |
Performing laboratory experiments |
(f) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility |
S |
Conducting the experiments and reporting the results |
(g) an ability to communicate in written and oral form |
H |
Laboratory reports and active lab participation |
(h) the broad education necessary to understand the impact of electrical and computer engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context |
N |
|
(i) a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning |
S |
Reports written at home |
(j) a knowledge of contemporary issues |
N |
|
(k) an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for electrical and computer engineering practice |
H |
Laboratory work and reports |
Basic disciplines in Electrical Engineering |
H |
Laboratory work and reports |
Depth in Electrical Engineering |
S |
Laboratory work and reports |
Basic disciplines in Computer Engineering |
S |
MATLAB simulations |
Depth in Computer Engineering |
N |
|
Laboratory equipment and software tools |
H |
Performing laboratory experiments and MATLAB simulations |
Variety of instruction formats |
S |
Lab instruction and office hour discussions |
- Pre-lab preparation and performance in laboratory (30%)
- Laboratory experiment reports (70%)
Week 1: Organization of laboratory.
Weeks 2 and 3: Introduction to MATLAB.
Weeks 4 and 5: Experiment 1: Signals in linear systems.
Weeks 6 and 7: Experiment 2: Frequency domain linear system analysis.
Weeks 8, 9 and 10: Experiment 3: Continuous- and discrete-time convolution.
Weeks 11 and 12: Experiment 4: Continuous-time state space analysis.
Weeks 13 and 14: Experiment 5: Discrete-time state space analysis.
Weeks 15 and 16: Review and preparation for final exams
(b) Engineering Topics (Science and/or Design): 0.75 credit hours
(c) General Education: 0.0 credit hours
Total credits: 1