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Digital Fourier transform; Fast Fourier transform; approximation problem in network theory; synthesis of low-pass filter; special transforms and their application in synthesis of high-pass and band-pass filters; digital filtering transfer function analysis; one-dimensional recursive and non-recursive filters; computer techniques in filter analysis; realization of filters in hardware and software; basic image processing concepts. ICE 515 : Satellite Communications (2 Units C: LH 30) Learning Outcomes At the end of this course, the students should be able to: 1. determine the location of a satellite in space; 2. explain Kepler’s laws vis-à-vis their application to the location of satellite in orbit; 3. differentiate between Earth segment and Space segment of a satellite communication system; 4. design a satellite uplink and downlink; and 5. identify the different techniques and trade-offs employed in communicating signals through a satellite. Course Contents Orbital equations for satellites in space. Kepler’s laws of planetary motion. Space segment- based satellite subsystems including: Attitude and Orbit Control System (AOCS), Telemetry, Tracking, and Command (TTC) system, Power Subsystem, Communication Subsystem, Antenna Subsystem. System noise temperature, G/T ratio, Downlink design, Uplink design, Design for specified C/N. Design examples. Analogue and Digital modulation techniques employed in satellite communications including: FM transmission by satellite, SCPC FM links, Digital transmission, Digital Modulation/Demodulation, Digital transmission of analogue signals. Various multiple access schemes relevant to satellite communications: Frequency Division MA, Time Division MA, Code Division MA, Spread Spectrum Transmission and Reception. Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) systems. Their network architectures, Access control protocols, Basic techniques, and VSAT Earth Station engineering.

Electric fields. Fundamental concepts. Energy storage. Magnetic fields: Fundamental laws, field calculations, and energy storage. Magnetic circuits: simple calculation of magnetic circuits, B-H curves and core losses. Inductance: Self and mutual inductance, coupled circuits. Transient and steady state response of circuits: RL, RC, RLC circuits, free and forced oscillation. Network analysis: network theorems; mesh and node analysis. Delta-Wye transformation, Superposition theorem; Reciprocity; Thevenin’s and Norton’s theorems; Maximum power transfer theorem. One and two-port network: driving point functions, circuit parameters, interconnection and termination, transformation. Foster-Cauer synthesis. 1 -port network-synthesis. Active filters. Approximation to nonlinear characteristics of nonlinear resistive circuits. Harmonic analysis techniques. Sensitivity analysis. Use of computer simulation packages is strongly recommended. Introduction to CAD.

Review of Vector Algebra and Calculus: Scalar product and vector product, coordinate systems, gradient, curl, divergence operations. Static electric field: Coulomb’s law and Electric Field. Gauss’ law and Divergence of Electric Flux Density. Work, Potential, Potential Gradient and Energy in Electrostatic Field. Current and Current Density, Conductor, Dielectrics, Boundary Conditions, Capacitance. Laplace’s and Poisson’s Equations. Steady-state magnetic field: Steady Magnetic Field. Biot-Savart Law. Ampere’s Law. Curl of H, Stoke’s Theorem. Magnetic Boundary Conditions. Magnetic Material and Boundary Conditions. Magnetic Flux Density. Vector Magnetic Potential. Inductance. Time varying fields: Faraday’s Law. Displacement Current Density. Maxwell’s Equations in Differential and Integral Form. Retarded Potential. Propagation: Plane Wave in Free Space. Perfect Dielectric. Lossy Dielectrics. Good Conductors. Loss Tangent and Skin Effect. Poynting Theorem. Power Density. Polarization of Plane Wave. Reflection: Reflection from perfect conductors. Refection from perfect dielectrics.

Review of Vector Algebra and Calculus: Scalar product and vector product, coordinate systems, gradient, curl, divergence operations. Static electric field: Coulomb’s law and Electric Field. Gauss’ law and Divergence of Electric Flux Density. Work, Potential, Potential Gradient and Energy in Electrostatic Field. Current and Current Density, Conductor, Dielectrics, Boundary Conditions, Capacitance. Laplace’s and Poisson’s Equations. Steady-state magnetic field: Steady Magnetic Field. Biot-Savart Law. Ampere’s Law. Curl of H, Stoke’s Theorem. Magnetic Boundary Conditions. Magnetic Material and Boundary Conditions. Magnetic Flux Density. Vector Magnetic Potential. Inductance. Time varying fields: Faraday’s Law. Displacement Current Density. Maxwell’s Equations in Differential and Integral Form. Retarded Potential. Propagation: Plane Wave in Free Space. Perfect Dielectric. Lossy Dielectrics. Good Conductors. Loss Tangent and Skin Effect. Poynting Theorem. Power Density. Polarization of Plane Wave. Reflection: Reflection from perfect conductors. Refection from perfect dielectrics. 500 Level

Free electron motion in static electric, magnetic and electromagnetic fields. Atomic theory: Bohr's model, quantum theory. Electron emission Energy-band theory of conductors, insulators and semiconductors. Semi-conductor theory Bipolar junction transistors: types, operation, characteristics, modes of connection, application. Field effect transistors: types, operation, characteristics, modes of connection, application. Thyristors; operation, characteristics, application. Introduction to semiconductor technology. Elementary discrete devices fabrication techniques and IC technology. Single stage transistor amplifiers using BJTs and FETs. Equivalent circuit and calculation of current gain, voltage gain, power gain, input and output impedance. Operational Amplifiers: Parameters and applications, Feedback, Broadband and narrow band amplifiers. Power amplifiers, voltage and current stabilizing circuits, voltage amplifiers, multi-stage amplifiers using BJT and FETs. 300 Level

Number Systems and Code. Analysis and design of logic gates of various families: Diodes logic, RTL, TTL, ECL, MOS and MOS of digital integrated circuits. Concepts of small, medium, large, and very large-scale integration and their consequences. Introduction to analysis and design of digital systems. Boolean algebra and mapping methods: Karnaugh and variable entered Maps, combinational logic realization with gates, multiplexers, read only memories (ROMs) and programmable logic arrays (PLAs). State machine analysis and design: state diagram, state flip-flops, input and output forming Logic, State assignments, redundant states, sequential counters, and mainly synchronous systems. State machine realisation with multiplexers, ROMs and PLAs. Asynchronous systems approach to digital systems design, top- down design, trial-and-error methods. Introduction to computer structures: register, transfers, hardware programming methods, Von Neumann machines, and memory systems standard logic functions with MSI circuits: seven segment display drivers, parity generator/checker, encoders, comparators, adders. 400 Level GET 402 Engineering Project I (2 Units: C; PH 90) Learning Outcomes At the end of this course, the students should be able to: 1. Complete the design phase of a complex engineering problem sourced from industry or community during the SIWES III programme. 2. Demonstrate the connection between engineering product-making and the theoretical courses they have learned following the applicable industry best practices. Course Contents In the second semester of the 400-level students, preferably in groups, work from the university on the identified industry or organization to tackle industry complex engineering problems. Theoretical issues may be provided by the department faculty or industry experts. During the vacation, students will now work full time with the organisation/industry on the project as part of the SIWES III. The students can also go beyond the department and engage in multidisciplinary undertakings. Literature survey, review of existing systems etc. must be achieved to a satisfactory extent. GET 404 Engineering Valuation and Appraisal (2 Units: C; LH 30) Learning Outcomes At the end of this course, the students should be able to: 1. Identify at least three (3) objectives of engineering valuation work, valuer's primary duty and responsibility and valuation terminologies. 2. Describe at least four (4) Valuer's obligation to his or her client, to other valuers, and to the society. 3. Demonstrate with example the engineering valuation methods, valuation standards, and practices. 4. Prepare engineering valuation and appraisal reports and review 5. Discuss expert witnessing and ethics in valuation. 6. Determine price, cost, value, depreciation and obsolescence in real property, personal property, personal property, machinery and equipment, oil, gas, mines, and quarries valuation.

Elementary set theory, subsets, union, intersection, complements, Venn diagrams. Real numbers, integers, rational and irrational numbers. Mathematical induction, real sequences and series, theory of quadratic equations, binomial theorem, complex numbers, algebra of complex numbers, the argand diagram. De-Moiré’s theorem, nth roots of unity. Circular measure, trigonometric functions of angles of any magnitude, addition and factor formulae.

Functions of a real variable, graphs, limits and idea of continuity. The derivative, as limit of rate of change. Techniques of differentiation, maxima and minima. Extreme curve sketching, integration, definite integrals, reduction formulae, application to areas, volumes (including approximate integration: Trapezium and Simpson's rule).

History, evolution and philosophy of science. engineering and technology. The engineering profession – engineering family (engineers, technologists, technicians and craftsmen), professional bodies and societies. Engineers' code of conduct and ethics, and engineering literacy. Sustainable development goals (SDGs), innovation, infrastructures and nation building - economy, politics, business. Safety and risk analysis in engineering practice. Engineering competency skills – curriculum overview, technical, soft and digital skills. Guest seminars and invited lectures from different engineering professional associations.

Introduction to design thinking and engineering graphics. First and third angle orthogonal projections. Isometric projections; sectioning, conventional practices, conic sections and development. Freehand and guided sketching – pictorial and orthographic. Visualisation and solid modelling in design, prototyping and product-making. User interfaces in concrete terms. Design, drawing, animation, rendering and simulation workspaces. Sketching of 3D objects. Viewports and sectioning to shop drawings in orthographic projections and perspectives. Automated viewports. Sheet metal and surface modelling. Material selection and rendering. This course will use latest professional design tools such as fusion 360, solid works, solid edge or equivalent.