Syllabus
ECGR 3111 - Signals and Systems (3)
Catalog Data | Analysis of continuous-time signal and systems. Input-output relationships of linear time-invariant systems. Transient and steady state analysis. Frequency domain descriptions and Fourier analysis. Analysis and characterization of LTI systems using Laplace transforms. |
Lecture Times |
Monday/Wednesday 12:30 a.m. - 1:45 p.m. Recitation Friday 2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Office Hours Monday/Wednesday 1:45 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. |
Lecture Room | Woodward Hall 140 |
Reference | Signals and Systems , A. V. Oppenheim, A. S. Willsky, S. H. Nawab, 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall 1997. |
Additional References | Signals and Systems, 2nd Edition, Simon Haykin and Barry Van Veen, Wiley, 2003. Fundamentals of Signals and Systems, M.J. Roberts, McGraw Hill, 2008. |
Goals | The goals of this course are to introduce the student to the theory and the mathematical techniques used in analyzing and understanding continuous-time linear systems, including: 1. Manipulating elementary signals, 2. Complex exponentials, 3. Signal properties, 4. System properties, 5. Convolution, 6. Evaluating signals and LTI systems in the time domain, 7. Fourier series, 8. Fourier transforms, 9. Evaluating signals and systems in the frequency domain, 10. Laplace transforms, 11. Solving differential equations using Laplace transforms. |
Prerequisite |
ECGR 2112 with a C or better.
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Outcomes |
Students should be able to demonstrate the following competencies and knowledge:
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Computer Usage | The students are required to use a CAD tool such as Matlab to solve problems related to signals and systems. |
Laboratory | No laboratory is associated with this course. |
Design Content | No design content is associated with this course. |
Grading * |
Grading will be based on homework, quizzes and two exams. The weight of each item in determining the final grade is as follows: Homework 10% Quizzes 20% Midterm Examination 30% Final Examination 40% |
Follow-up Courses | This course is the prerequisite for the following courses: ECGR 3112 - System Analysis II; ECGR 4123 - Analog and Digital Communications; ECGR 4124 - Digital Signal Processing |
Academic Integrity | Students have the responsibility to know and observe the requirements of the UNCC Code of Student Academic Integrity. This code forbids cheating, fabrication or falsification of information, multiple submission of academic work, plagiarism, abuse of academic materials, and complicity in academic dishonesty. |
Notes | Semester syllabus will be provided to the students on the first day of class. |
Coordinator | A. Willis, Associate Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering |
Prepared by | A. Willis, January 5, 2012 |
* Grading policy may be modified by the instructor for each section of the course.
* Grading scale : 90-100 A, 80-89 B, 70-79 C, with ``curve,'' if any, entirely at the discretion of the instructor. Quizzes may be given without warning.
Important Notes for Students
Students in this course seeking accommodations to disabilities must first consult with the Office of Disability Services and follow the instructions of that office for obtaining accommodations.
The use of cell phones, beepers, or other communication devices is disruptive, and is therefore prohibited during class. Except in emergencies, those using such devices must leave the classroom for the remainder of the class period.
Students are permitted to use computers during class for note-taking and other class-related work only. Those using computers during class for work not related to that class must leave the classroom for the remainder of the class period.
Collaboration (not copying) on homework and computer projects is encouraged. However, students may NOT share program code or report material. You must read the textbook; it is impossible to cover all material during class.