ECE 220 Analytical Foundations of Electrical and Computer Engineering Summer 2013

Course Description This course is designed to acquaint the student with the basic mathematical tools used in electrical and computer engineering. The concepts covered in this course will be used in higher level courses and, more importantly, throughout you career as an engineer. Major topics of the course include complex numbers, real and complex functions, signal representation, elementary matrix algebra, solutions to linear systems of equations, functional approximation by curve fitting, linear differential equations, Laplace transforms used for solving linear differential equations, Fourier Transforms and their uses in solving electrical engineering problems. Prerequisite: ECE200 and the material in chapter 1 of the textbook. The student should be able to write simple programs in a high level programming language. The course will make heavy use of the MATLAB software package. For on-site students, MATLAB is available on the EOS system; for off-site students, a student version is available on CD-ROM for a windows compatible PC. Textbook and additional references. Textbook: Mathematics: the Language of Electrical and Computer Engineering", by Y. Viniotis and H. J. Trussell, Trafford Publishing, Summer 2005. Additional References: Advanced Engineering Mathemetics with MATLAB, by T. L. Harman, J. B. Dabney, N. J. Richert, 2nd edition, Brooks/Cole, 2000. http://www.mathworks.com/access/helpdesk/help/helpdesk.html
Tentatively scheduled final Section 051: Monday, August 5, 1-4 pm

Course objectives 1. Use MATLAB to solve computational problems and generate publishable graphics. 2. Use complex arithmetic and complex functions to describe applied problems. Describe complex numbers and functions in rectangular and exponential forms. Graph the magnitude and phase of complex functions. 3. Use matrix forms to describe and solve linear systems of equations and systems of differential equations. 4. Solve first and second order linear differential equations with constant coefficients both analytically and numerically. Use the analytic methods of underdetermined coefficients and Laplace transforms. Use the MATLAB routine ODE23 to solve DEs numerically.

5. Define the Fourier series for a periodic signal. Define the Fourier transform of a non-periodic signal. Compute the Fourier series and transform from their definition as integrals. 6. Determine the Fourier series of the summation of sinusoids directly from the definition by using Euler's formula. 7. Use the properties of linearity, time-shifting and time-scaling to compute the Fourier series of complex functions from the Fourier series of simple functions. 8. Determine the Fourier transform of a continuous time signal and determine the frequency spectrum of the signal. Grading: Homework 15% Exams (3) 45% Final 25% Problem Lab 15% (Labs 10%, Lab Test 5%) Lab Participation (70%) Lab Submissions (30%) Questions or issues regarding graded assignments will be considered up to one week after the assignment is returned, otherwise grades for assignments are final. Graded assignments will be returned in class. Those not picked up will be kept in the EE undergraduate office (3rd floor EBII), and will be discarded one week after the return date. Homework: Homework is due at the beginning of the class period on the date due. Late homework will be graded based on how late it is. If it is turned in by the end of the day it is due, it will be graded with a maximum of %90, if it is a day late, it will be graded with a maximum of 70%. No homework will be accepted after that. Homework and quiz solutions will be accessible on the web. Tests: There will be no make up tests. The grade for excused absences (requires documentation on test days) will be the same as final exam grade. Audit and Credit Only requirements: Students auditing or taking the course for credit only are required to turn in %50 of the homework assignments and obtain a minimum grade of C- to earn credit. Problem Laboratories: Problem labs are designed to provide additional practice to the concepts taught in class by using demonstrations or builtin MATLAB functions. The contents are monitored to be in sync with the class material.

Academic Integrity All the provisions of the code of academic integrity apply to this course. http://www.ncsu.edu/provost/academic_policies/integrity/reg.htm http://www.ncsu.edu/policies/sitemap.php#stdnt_conduct In addition, it is my understanding and expectation that your signature on any test or assignment means that you neither gave nor received unauthorized aid. Students with Disabilities Statement for students with disabilities: Reasonable accommodations will be made for students with verifiable disabilities. In order to take advantage of available accommodations, students must register with Disability Services for Students at 1900 Student Health Center, Campus Box 7509, 515-7653 http://www.ncsu.edu/dso. For more information on NC State's policy on working with students with disabilities, please see http://www.ncsu.edu/provost/hat/current/appendix/appen_k.html and http://www.ncsu.edu/provost/offices/affirm_action/dss/

Attendance Policies:
University rules and regulations available at http://www.ncsu.edu/policies/academic_affairs/pols_regs/REG205.00.4.php will be closely followed. Full participation in classes, laboratory period and examinations is expected of all students. NC State University has a commitment to all students, including those who represent the University in official capacities. Students shall receive excused absences of anticipated absences as well as for emergencies as specified below. Excused exam absences cannot exceed one per semester. In a case where the student realizes in the first two weeks of class that the anticipated number of absences will exceed the number of excused absences permitted in the course, the student shall discuss the situation with the instructor, the students adviser, or the academic dean in the college in which the student is enrolled. It is anticipated that a suitable resolution shall occur before the end of the second week of the semester.

Anticipated Absences:
Excuses for anticipated absences must be cleared with the instructor. The anticipated absences should be notified to the instructor by e-mail at least two weeks before the absence. Examples of anticipated situations where a student would qualify for an excused absence are: The student is away from campus representing an official university function, e.g., participating in a professional meeting, as part of a judging team, or athletic team. These students would typically be accompanied by a University faculty or staff member. Required court attendance as certified by the Clerk of Court. Religious observances as verified by Parents & Constituent Services (515-2441). For more information about a variety of religious observances, visit the Diversity Calendar. Required military duty as certified by the student's commanding officer.

If a student cannot be present in an exam due to an anticipated absence, the final exam grade will replace the missed exam grade. If a student cannot submit a homework assignment on the due date due to an anticipated absence, the homework grade will be computed based on the average of the other homework assignments.

Emergency Absences:
Excuses for emergency absences must be reported to the instructor personally and as soon as possible, but not more than one week after the return to class. Examples of emergency absences are: Illness or injury when certified by an attending physician. Physicians on the Student Health Service staff do not provide written excuses. Because of student confidentiality, information can only be released directly by the Counseling Center or Student Health Services in case of crisis or wit the student's written authorization. Death or serious illnesses in the family when documented appropriately. An attempt to verify deaths or serious illness will be made by Parents & Constituent Services (515- 2441) at the request of the instructor.

If a student cannot be present in an exam due to an emergency absence, the final exam grade will replace the missed exam grade. If a student cannot submit a homework assignment on the due date due to an emergency absence, the homework grade will be computed based on the average of the other homework assignments.

Unexcused Absences:
A homework assignment or exam missed due to an unexcused absence will automatically receive a zero grade. If a student does not take the final exam, he/she will automatically fail the course with a course grade of 'F'.

Miscellaneous Email and class web page will be used to make announcements. The web page has the syllabus, calendar, useful weblinks, assignments, and access to your homework assignments and grades. Please send email or use office hours if you are confused about anything. Any changes to the above or to the schedule will be updated in the online schedule and syllabus.
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