Module Catalog Essential Modules: EE1001E Emerging Technologies in Electrical Engineering Module Description

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MODULE CATALOG
ESSENTIAL MODULES
EE1001E Emerging Technologies in Electrical Engineering
Module Description:
This module introduces students to contemporary issues, emerging technologies and new frontiers in
electrical engineering. It serves to demonstrate to students how the EE curriculum is designed to address
these aspects via a top-down approach. The module consists of 5 distinct parts of approximately 6 hour
lectures and integrated with some self-learning activities.
Each part focuses on each of the following areas/ topics:
i)
Communications and Networking
ii)
Control and Energy Systems
iii)
Micro/nanoelectronics
iv)
Multimedia Signal Processing
v)
Grand challenges for engineering the role of EE.
The lectures will be conducted by a group of faculty members who are experts in the respective areas.
Although the lectures are meant to focus on contemporary issues and emerging technologies, an
appropriate level of historical perspective will be used to demonstrate how each subfield has evolved
from the traditional areas of EE so that students can see both the connections between different areas and
the driving force behind the rapid development and expansion of EE in the last few decades. Prior to this
series of lectures focusing on specific areas, a detailed introduction of the EE curriculum will also be
given in the first lecture. The philosophy underpinning the curriculum and its strength and constraints
will be highlighted. The module will conclude with student presentations on a topic in an area of their
interest. Students are assessed through assignments, reports and presentations.
Modular Credits: 4
Pre-requisite: Nil
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
EE2011E Engineering Electromagnetics
Module Description:
Electromagnetic (EM) and transmission line theory is essential in all disciplines of electrical and
computer engineering. EM theory is the fundamental basis for understanding transmission lines and
electrical energy transmission. To understand and solve EM and transmission line problems encountered
in electrical and computer engineering, rigorous analytical methods are required. At the end of this
module, in addition to being able to solve EM and transmission line problems, the student will be able
to design transmission line circuits, design electrical elements with lumped behavior, and mitigate EM
interference. To enhance understanding, case studies and computer visualization tools will be used.
Topics covered: Static electric and magnetic fields. Maxwell's equations.
Electromagnetic waves: plane-wave propagation, behavior at interface between media, shielding,
electromagnetic compatibility. Transmission lines. Impedance matching. Radiation. Case studies.
Modular Credits: 4
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Pre-requisite: TE2002
Co-requisite: TE2003
Preclusion: Nil
EE2020E Digital Fundamentals
Module Description:
This is a first course that introduces fundamental digital logic, digital circuits, and programmable devices.
The course also provides an overview of computer systems. This course provides students with an
understanding of the building blocks of modern digital systems and methods of designing, simulating
and realizing such systems. The emphasis of this module is on understanding the fundamentals of digital
design across different levels of abstraction using hardware description languages.
Modular Credits: 5
Pre-requisite: Nil
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: EE2006E
EE2021E Devices and Circuits
Module Description:
This module builds on the students knowledge on electronic devices and their use in the design of
circuits. The physical principles behind the operation of these devices, their operation and usage in
electronic circuits to achieve important functions will be the back bone of this module. The topics covered
include basic semiconductor physics, drift and diffusion of carriers, PN diode, diode circuits, Bipolar
Junction Transistor (BJT), and Metal Oxide Semiconductor (MOSFET), design of single stage amplifiers
using BJTs and MOSFETs, CMOS inverter, multistage amplifiers, current source and sink. Students will
be assessed through assignments, test and a final examination.
Module Credits: 4
Pre-requisite: Nil
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: EE2004E & EE2005E
EE2023E Signals and Systems
Module Description:
This is a fundamental course in signals & systems. Signals in electrical engineering play an important
role in carrying information. Signals going through a system are an inevitable process. It allows engineers
to understand the system. Thus in this course the relationship between signals and systems will be taught.
The concepts which are important include time and frequency domain representations, Fourier and
Laplace transforms, spectrum of a signal, frequency response of systems (Bode diagrams), sampling
theorem, linear time invariant systems, convolution, transfer functions, stability of feedback systems,
modulation and filters.
Module Credits: 4
Pre-requisite: TG1401
Co-requisite: Nil
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EE2024E Programming for Computer Interfaces

Module Description:
This course provides students with the experience of programming devices and computer interfaces. The
course builds upon the C language programming skills the students have learnt in the previous semester
and teaches them how to utilize programming to build simple digital systems. The course culminates in
an open-ended project in which students will have the opportunity to design and build a digital system
of their choice.
Module Credits: 4 (MC will increase to 5 with effect from AY2014/2015.)
Pre-requisite: EE2020E or EE2006E
Co-requisite: TE2101
Preclusion: EE2007E
EE2031E Circuit and Systems Design Lab
Module Description:
This module emphasizes on the practical aspects related to modules EE2021E Device and Circuits. It
also provides students with an integrated perspective in experiments. Students will first learn about the
device characterizations, such as diode, LED, solar cell, transistor, operational amplifiers, etc. They will
then proceed to build interesting circuits blocks, involving the devices learnt earlier. With these
accumulated knowledge on device and circuit blocks, students will move on to system projects that
require the integration of knowledge cross different fields, such as devices and circuits.
Pre-requisite: EE2021E
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
EE2032E Signals & Communications Design Lab
Module Description:
This lab module introduces students to the practical aspects of designing a communication system. This
module builds on the concepts learnt in EE2011E Engineering Electromagnetics and EE2023E Signals
and Systems. Students will start the experiments with the Frequency Modulation (FM) technique in
conjunction with a voltage controlled oscillator (VCO). This is followed by experiments with FM
demodulation techniques, simplex communication and duplex communication. Then students will learn
about the reflection coefficient and plot in the Smith Chart. Subsequently an antenna is designed and the
building blocks of the communication system are characterized. Finally the complete communication
system is assembled and measured.
Pre-requisite: EE2011E and EE2023E
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
EE3031E Innovation and Enterprise I
Module Description:
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This is an engineering module that focuses on the conceptualization, design and development of
technology oriented new products. It integrates innovation, product planning, marketing, design and
manufacturing functions of a company. This module gives students an opportunity to conceptualize and
design a product which they will eventually be able to prototype. Thus it is designed for electrical
engineering students to experience an integrated learning of innovation and enterprise pertaining to new
product development where technology plays a central role. The major topics include innovation,
opportunity management, identification of customers needs, product specification, design, planning,
testing, manufacturing, and commercialization. Intellectual property and its relationship with all facets
of new technology product design are also covered. Guest speakers from relevant industries will be
invited to present practical aspects of innovation and new product development.
Modular Credits: 4
Pre-requisite: Level 3 Standing
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: EE3001E & TM4209
TE2002 Engineering Mathematics II
Module Description:
Vector algebra. Vector function. Directional derivatives. Divergence and curl of vector fields. Line,
surface and volume integrals. Jacobian. Gauss and Stokes Theorem. Cartesian, cylindrical and spherical
coordinates. Partial Differentiation. Partial differential equations. Curve Fitting.
Module Credits: 4
Pre-requisite: TG1401
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
TE2003 Advanced Mathematics for Engineers
Module Description:
Complex functions, complex differentiation, Cauchy-Riemann equations, singularities and zeros,
contour integration, conformal mapping; Probability, random variables, probability density function,
distributions, Applied statistics, Random process, responses of linear systems to random inputs.
Module Credits: 4
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
TE2101 Programming Methodology
Module Description:
This module aims to introduce students to the discipline of computing and the problem solving process.
It stresses on good programme design and programming styles, and structured programme development
using a higher-level programming language. The topics covered in this module are: Algorithm design
process, Programme development/coding/debugging. Programming concepts in a high-level language
including programme structure, simple data types and structured types and various control structures
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(sequencing, loops, conditionals, etc.). Linear data structures such as arrays and linked-lists. The utility
of recursion using a variety of sorting algorithms.
Module Credits: 4
Pre-requisite: Nil
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
TE4001 BTech Dissertation
Module Description:
The project requires an in-depth analysis or investigation of a particular engineering problem. It can
either be a hardware project, a software programme or a combination of both. It can also be based on
theoretical analysis of a research problem. Students are encouraged to work on an engineering problem
relating to the business of the company he is working in.
Module Credits: 12
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
TG1401 Engineering Mathematics I
Module Description:
This module is the first of the three mathematics modules that expose students to the mathematical
foundational concepts that are necessary in the field of electronics engineering such as electrical circuit
analysis, signal processing, communications, computer networks, in-formation processing, and control
systems. The topics include the following: Power and Fourier series. Ordinary differential equations.
Laplace transform. Matrix algebra. Vector Space. Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors. Determinants and
Inverses. Solution of linear equations. Diagonalisation. Functions of Matrices. Matrix exponential.
Matrix differential equations.
Module Credits: 4
Pre-requisite: Nil
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: TE2102 or TM1401
TG3001 Industrial Practice
Module Description:
This module leverages on the students work experience and focus the students mind on exploring and
reflecting on his/her place and role in his/her organization, the key success factors that can maximize
his/her contributions and ensure his/her success at work, and how the concepts and theories gained in the
classroom can be translated into industrial practice to enhance his/her work performance.
Student is required to complete 4 written reports, 3 Oral presentations and with 10 NonExaminable Enrichment Attendance upon completion of TG3001.
Module Credits: 12
Co-requisite: Nil
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Preclusion: Nil
TG3101A Independent Study
Module Description:
This module allows individual students to investigate, through independent self-study and research under
the guidance of an advisor, into topics of special interest to them. The academic scope, which may be a
combination of laboratory-based projects and other academic prescriptions, will be worked out between
the student and the advisor and should involve approximately 65 hours of work by the student over one
or two semesters.
Module Credits: 2
Pre-requisite: Level 3 standing AND approval from the Director of BTech
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
TG3101B Independent Study
Module Description:
This module allows individual students to investigate, through independent self-study and research under
the guidance of an advisor, into topics of special interest to them. The academic scope, which may be a
combination of laboratory-based projects and other academic prescriptions, will be worked out between
the student and the advisor and should involve approximately 130 hours of work by the student over one
or two semesters.
Module Credits: 4
Pre-requisite: Level 3 standing AND approval from the Director of BTech
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
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BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY
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ELECTIVE MODULES
EE3013E Labview for Electrical Engineers
Module Description:
This module will give students some general computing as well as more specific software skills for
solving engineering problems. LabVIEW is widely adopted software in the industry for data acquisition
and instrument control. The teaching of LabVIEW will be based on engineering fundamentals that
students have learnt in the first two years. This will also help them to consolidate concepts that have been
learnt in the various technical modules. Through a series of integrated mini-projects carried out in the
lab, students will be guided in their exploration of engineering principles and problem solving using the
tools available in LabVIEW.
Module Credits: 4
Pre-requisite: EE2021E and TG1401
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
EE3104E Introduction to RF and Microwave Systems and Circuits
Module Description:
Wireless communication and sensing systems play an ever increasing role in society. This module
introduces the RF and microwave hardware systems and circuits. The applications include:
GSM/CDMA, RFID, UWB, WLAN, Bluetooth, Zigbee, Radar and remote sensing.
Modular Credits: 4
Co-requisite: NIL
Preclusion: Nil
EE3131E Communication Systems
Module Description:
Introductory overview of analog and digital communications. Advantages of digital over analog
communications in the presence of noise. Analog and digital modulation techniques. Source coding and
waveform quantization techniques. Channel noise and channel coding for error protection. Multiplexing
and multiple accesses. Basics of wireless communications. Applications of wireless systems. Radio wave
propagation and multipath fading. Transmitter and receiver antennas. Free-space and fiber optical
communication systems. Optical transmitters, optical receivers, and optical channels. Introduction to data
communications. Packet switching, line coding, framing, and error detection.
Modular Credits: 4
Pre-requisite: (EE2009E and EE2010E) or EE2023E
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: EE3103E
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EE3204E Computer Communications Networks I

Module Description:
This module provides an in-depth treatment of fundamental topics of network design based on the
Internet protocol stack model. It is aimed at making students understand how networks work through
understanding of the underlying principles of sound network design. This course covers topics including
network requirements, architecture, protocol stack models, Ethernet Token Ring, Wireless, and FDDI
networks, bridges, switching and routing in IP and ATM networks, and internetworking. Apart from
learning the concepts in networks, the students will gain expertise in analyzing and designing networking
protocols through mini-projects.
Modular Credits: 4
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: CS2105 & CS3103
EE3206E Introduction to Computer Vision and Image Processing
Module Description:
This module covers the basic concepts and techniques in computer vision and digital image processing.
The following topics are taught: elements of a vision system, image acquisition, 2-D discrete Fourier
transform, image enhancement techniques, error-free and lossy compression, segmentation methods, and
representation and description methods.
Modular Credits: 4
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: CS4243
EE3207E Computer Architecture
Module Description:
This course teaches students the basics in the design of the various classes of microprocessors. Contents
include design of simple micro-controllers, high performance CPU design using parallel techniques,
memory organization and parallel processing systems. Topics also include the development of support
tools to enable efficient usage of the developed microprocessor. The course emphasizes practical design
and students are expected to be able to synthesize microprocessors at the gate level at the end of this
course.
Modular Credits: 4
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
EE3208E Embedded Computer Systems Design
Module Description:
This course introduces students to the design of embedded systems covering four key areas, namely,
specifications and requirement determination, architectural design, software development and hardware
development. The unified system design approach emphasizes hardware software co-design in the final
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synthesis of the application. Students will be brought through a design cycle in a realistic project. Topics
covered include: System specification and requirement analysis; Object relationship and system
structure; Quantifying behavior; Targeting architecture: hardware/software partitioning; Resource
estimation; Programmable platforms; Developing application software and targeting RTOS; Hardware
design and implementation; System integration and debugging techniques; Design to meet regulatory
standards.
Module Credits: 4
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
EE3302E Industrial Control Systems
Module Description:
This module will cover sensors, instrumentation and control systems commonly used in the industry.
The sensor and instrumentation part includes topics such as signal processing and conversion, transducers
and actuators, instrumentation amplifiers, non-linear amplifiers, issues pertaining to grounds, shields and
power supplies. The control portion covers the evolution and types of control systems, centralized
control, direct digital control (DDC), distributed control systems (DCS), field buses, PID control: tuning
methods and refinements, auto-tuning principles and implementation, available industrial PID controllers
and their operation. It will include other common control systems such as feed-forward, cascade, ratio,
selective, split range, time-delay compensation, sequence control and PLC.
Module Credits: 4
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
EE3331E Feedback Control Systems
Module Description:
Feedback systems are ubiquitous in both the natural and engineered world. They are essential for
maintaining our environment, enabling our transportation and communications systems; and are critical
elements in our aerospace and industrial systems. For the most part, feedback control systems function
accurately and reliably in the background. This course aims at introducing the magic of feedback, and
tools for analysing and designing control systems. The fundamental knowledge of feedback and the
related area of control systems are useful to students with diverse interests. Topics covered include
feedback principles, time and frequency analysis of control systems, and simple controller design.
Module Credits: 4
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: EE2010E
EE3407E Analog Electronics
Module Description:
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This module provides students with essential concepts in electronics to enable them to understand and
design complex electronics circuits and systems for processing analog signals. Topics covered:
Techniques for implementing specific amplifier frequency response involving poles and time constants;
Negative feedback amplifiers; Oscillators: RC, LC and crystal-controlled oscillators; Power amplifiers:
Output stage, efficiency and distortion; DC power supply design: Linear and switching regulators,
current limiting; Mixer, modulators and demodulators for communication systems; Active filters;
Instrumentation amplifiers, CMRR; Applications of current mirror circuits.
Module Credits: 4
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
EE3408E Integrated Analog Design
Module Description:
This module focuses on integration of analog circuits on silicon using CMOS technology. The topics
covered include processing and modelling background, basic circuits, reference circuit design, single
stage amplifiers, operational amplifiers, noise issues and advanced design methods.
Modular Credits: 4
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
EE3431E Microelectronics Materials and Devices
Module Description:
Electronic devices are the building blocks of electronic systems, and an understanding of device
technology is essential for the electrical engineer. This module discusses the physical foundations with
emphasis on topics that are necessary for the understanding of the operation of electronic devices. Device
concepts are then introduced, and the operational principles of key semiconductor devices are explained,
showing how their terminal characteristics are obtained. Additional issues such as dielectric materials
used in isolation for devices as well as contacts between metal and semiconductor regions are also
included. Topics covered include: structure of solids; dielectric materials; physics of semiconductors;
metal-semiconductors contacts; PN junction, bipolar transistors, and field-effect transistors.
Module Credits: 4
Co-requisite: Nil
EE3501E Power Electronics
Module Description:
Power electronics forms an integral part of all electronics equipment from household appliances through
information technology to transportation systems. This module develops the working knowledge, the
foundation theory for generic power electronic circuits and the principles of their design. At the end of
this module the student should be able to analyse and evaluate and carry out basic design of power
electronics system for a large spectrum of applications. The topics covered are: Power semiconductor
switches and characteristics. AC-to-DC converters and their performance. DC-to-DC converters:
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analysis and performance. DC-to-AC converters; analysis and performance. Switching circuits design
and protection.
Module Credits: 4
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
EE3731E Signal Processing Methods
Module Description:
This module provides an introduction to signal processing methods. It aimed at preparing students for
high-level technical electives and graduate modules in signal processing and new media. The topics
covered include: digital filtering, multi-rate digital signal processing, introduction to wavelet transform,
probability and random signals, Wiener filter, AMAR model, linear prediction, singular value
decomposition, principle component analysis and multimedia applications.
Modular Credits: 4
Pre-requisite: TE2003 and EE2023E
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
EE4101E Radio-Frequency (RF) Communications
Module Description:
Radio and microwave systems are used for information transmission. This module therefore introduces
the student to a broad range of enabling knowledge and skills commonly employed by RF and microwave
engineers to specify, analyze and design radio and microwave transmission systems.
Topics covered:Time-varying EM fields: Guided waves, evanescent modes and plane-wave propagation. Radiation:
Radiation mechanism, magnetic vector potential, current distribution on a thin wire, Hertzian dipole,
Half-wave dipole & monopole.
RF Antennas: Parameters, aperture antennas and arrays. RF Amplification: stability, gain and smallsignal narrowband design.
RF Generation: Conditions for oscillation, oscillator design and dielectric resonators.
RF Receivers: Receiver and mixer parameters.
RF Systems: System gain and noise figure, satellite and terrestrial systems.
Modular Credits: 4
Co-requisite: EE3104E
Preclusion: Nil
EE4112E High-Frequency (HF) Techniques
Module Description:
Radio and microwave systems rely on efficient transmission and distribution of electromagnetic (EM)
energy. Radio and microwave systems need to be immune from external EM interference and need to
ensure that they do not cause interference of their own. To achieve these requirements, microwave and
radio engineers need to be able to specify and design wave-guiding systems, shielding and antennas.
Topics covered:Module Catalog Elective Modules
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Guided waves: Guiding elements and cavities. Scattering parameters. Directional couplers and hybrids.
Circulators and isolators. Antenna parameters. Wire antennas. Electromagnetic interference and
shielding.
Module Credits: 4
Co-requisite: EE3104E
Preclusion: Nil
EE4113E Digital Communications and Coding
Module Description:
This course begins with a review of mathematical preliminaries such as random processes and signal
space concepts. It covers the design of modulation and demodulation schemes for digital communications
over an additive white Gaussian noise channel. Emphasis will be placed on error rate performance for
various digital signaling techniques and on error control coding techniques for reliable communications.
Topics include the optimal receiver principle, modulation/demodulation techniques, signaling over band
limited channels and important channel codes such as Reed-Solomon codes, turbo codes and LDPC
codes.
Modular Credits: 4
Pre-requisite: TE2003 & (EE3103E or EE3131E)
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: EE4102E or EE4103E
EE4210E Computer Communication Networks II
Module Description:
The course will enable students to know the basics and theories of Internet-related technologies which
offer the background knowledge & skills required for computer or network engineers. Contents covered
include Internet Architecture & client/server applications, Client & Server Computing, Inter-networking
concepts & Architectural Model, Transport protocols: UDP/TCP, TCP/IP socket programming, Routing
protocols, Domain Name System, Mobile IP, and Next Generation IP.
Module Credits: 4
Pre-requisite: EE3204E or CS2105
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: CS3103
EE4214E Real-time Embedded Systems
Module Description:
The objectives of this module are to present the theoretical foundations of real-time systems and to
discuss the practical aspects of their implementation. It describes the characteristics of a real-time
computing system and students are taught how to design a real-time embedded system using structured
data flow methodology. Concepts of time-critical I/O and real-time deadlines are emphasized, as are the
important aspects of real-time operating systems, scheduling and the practical implementation of
embedded systems and firmware. Other topics covered include deadlock management and process
communications. Various case studies on industrial real-time systems will be exhibited to give students
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a real-world feel for such systems. Students will undertake a mini project involving a real-time embedded
system.
Topics covered: Introduction to real-time and embedded systems; Time critical I/O handling; Real-time
embedded software design; Concurrent programming; Real-time operating systems; Scheduling and
time-critical processing; Deadlock management; Process communications; Case studies of real-time
embedded systems.
Modular Credits: 4
Pre-requisite: TE2101 & (EE2007E or EE2024E)
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
EE4305E Introduction to Fuzzy/Neural Systems
Module Description:
This module introduces students to the fundamental knowledge, theories and applications of fuzzy logic
and neural networks. It examines the principles of fuzzy sets and fuzzy logic, which leads to fuzzy
inference and control. It also gives students an understanding of the structures and learning process of a
neural network. Topics covered include: fuzzy set theory, fuzzy systems and control, basic concepts of
neural networks, single-layer and multilayer perceptrons, self-organizing maps and neural network
training.
Modular Credits: 4
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
EE4408E Silicon Device Reliability
Module Description:
This module provides an overview of the general failure mechanisms in integrated circuits and three
MOS technology specific reliability mechanisms (i.e., CMOS latch up, gate oxide reliability and hot
carrier reliability). A brief introduction on the failure analysis methodology will also be covered. At the
end of this module, students will gain a basic understanding of the various failure/reliability issues in
silicon devices.
Topics covered:Introduction to IC Failure Analysis.
General failure mechanisms in integrated circuits: Bonding, packaging and metallization failures.
Electrical stress failures: Electro migration and ESD/EOS.
Technology specific reliability mechanisms: CMOS latch up, gate oxide reliability and hot-carrier
reliability.
Module Credits: 4
Pre-requisite: EE2004E or EE2021E & EE4411E
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
EE4411E Silicon Processing Technology
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Module Description:
This module focuses on the major process technologies used in the fabrication of integrated circuits and
other microelectronic devices. Each lecture topic covers important scientific aspects of silicon wafer
processing steps. Simulations and laboratory experiments provide hands-on experience on basic
operation and fabrication of MOS devices. Topics include: crystal growth and wafer preparation, epitaxy,
oxidation, diffusion, ion implantation, lithography, plasma technology, etching, deposition, and
metallization.
Modular Credits: 4
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
EE4412E Technology & Modelling of Silicon Transistors
Module Description:
This module covers the operation, modelling and fabrication of silicon bipolar and MOS transistors, the
understanding of which is essential for the integrated circuit engineer. At the end of this module, students
will gain a good understanding of the issues regarding the design and fabrication of modern silicon
transistors as their dimensions continue to shrink. They will be exposed to the basic techniques of
modelling, simulation and technology of these devices. Topics covered: MOS Capacitor: C-V
characteristics, physical models; MOSFETs: long and short channel devices, threshold voltage, sub
threshold behavior, device scaling, short-channel effects, gate, drain and dielectric engineering; Bipolar
transistors: structures and operations, high current effects, emitter, base and collector engineering;
Polymitter and Si-Ge heterojunction transistors; CMOS, bipolar and BiCMOS technology.
Modular Credits: 4
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
EE4415E Integrated Digital Design
Module Description:
This module introduces the students to the design of integrated circuits. It covers basic concepts including
integrated circuits fabrication technology, CMOS and nMOS design, inverter design, aspect ratios of
pull-up and pull-down transistors, switching characteristics of CMOS and nMOS inverters, latch-up,
stick diagram, design rules, mask layout, sub-systems design, ASIC challenges and issues, ASIC design
flow, Verilog hardware design language basics, and logic synthesis. Each student will do a design
exercise using the EDA tools.
Module Credits: 4
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
TE3201 Software Engineering
Module Description:
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Software project planning, requirements analysis, data flow methods. Software development, objectoriented design, portability and re-use. Software quality assurance, testing strategies and techniques.
Case studies.
Module Credits: 4
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
TE3801 Robust Design of Electronic Circuits
Module Description:
This purpose of this module is to learn the effects of, and ways of mitigating, random manufacturing
variations and failure of components and systems. This module is targeted at students wishing to pursue
careers in electronic manufacturing industries.
Topics covered:Review of probability and statistics.
Concepts of tolerance analysis and design.
Methods of tolerance design including the Monte-Carlo method.
Tolerance sensitivity and its applications.
Reliability concepts.
Device reliability.
System reliability.
Modelling and monitoring reliability.
Burn-in and accelerated wear.
Module Credits: 4
Pre-requisite: EE2005E or EE2021E & TE2003
Co-requisite: Nil
Preclusion: Nil
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