Manuel S.

Enverga University Foundation

Lucena City, Philippines

Granted Autonomous Status

CHED CEB Res. 076-2009

Course Guide in ECES4423/4421L (SIGNAL SPECTRA LEC/LAB)

ENGR. SHERWIN C. LAGRAMA
Lecturer I
Cel. No. 09175888345
E-mail: sclagrama@globetel.com.ph
sclagrama@yahoo.com
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course describes the Fourier transform; convolution; FIR
filters; IIR filters; random signal analysis; correlation functions; DFT; FFT; spectral
analysis; applications of signal processing to speech, image, etc.
CREDIT UNITS:

3/1 unit(s)

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:

The Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communications Engineering program
will enable its graduates to:
1. Be effective in engineering design and the practical application of engineering theory
in accordance with high standards of ethics
2. Demonstrate effective communication skills and exhibit teamwork
3. Be successfully employed or accepted into graduate programs and serve their
communities whether locally, nationally or globally.
PERFORMANCE STANDARD(S) PROGRAM OUTCOME(S) REQUIRED FOR
PASSING THE COURSE
the student must be able to conceptualize, analyze and design signals, spectra and
signal processing system.
An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, physical, life and
information sciences; and engineering sciences appropriate to the field of practice.
An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and
interpret data.
An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired
needs within identified constraints.
An understanding of the effects of engineering solutions in a
comprehensive context.
An ability to recognize, formulates, and solves engineering problems.
An ability to engage in life-long learning and an understanding of the need
to keep current of the developments in the specific field of practice

SUGGESTED REFERENCE/S:
Chow, Patrick and Ercan M.Fikret, Digital Signal Processing Basics 5th ed., Pearson
Prentice Hall, 2008
Tan, Li.,Digital signal processing fundamentals and applications , 5th Ed., Elsevier, 2008
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Passing at 75% level two (2) Competency Tests
a. Midterm Examination
b. Final Examination
2. Class Participation
a. Assignment/Problem Solving

60%
30%
30%
40%
20%

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL DEPARTMENT

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Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation

Lucena City, Philippines

Granted Autonomous Status

CHED CEB Res. 076-2009

b. Library/Internet Research
c. Participation in Contact Session
TOTAL

10%
10% ____
100%

COURSE CONTENT:
PART I- TOPICS
1st Contact Session
1. Classification and Characteristics of signals
July 15, 2012
o What is signal?
o Frequency Domain Analysis
o Time domain Analysis
2. Sampling theorem and Aliasing
o Processing analog signal using DSP
o Converting an analog signal into a digital signal
3. Advantages and disadvantages of digital signal processing over analog signal
Suggested Readings: Introduction to Digital Signal Processing Basics
Assignment:
Solved-Problem on sampling theorem using TDR and FDR
(Engg Handwritting) to be submitted on Aug. 19, 2012
Library/Internet Research: Library/Internet Research: Research on introduction to digital
signal processing (Minimum 10 pages, arial 11, margins 1s, single,
use MSEUF template) to be submitted on Aug. 19, 2012
PART II- TOPICS
2nd Contact Session
1. Convolution and correlation
Aug. 19, 2012
o Time domain analysis- Convolution
o Time Domain analysis- Deconvolution
o Time domain analysis- Correlation
o Laboratory Exercises
Suggested Readings: Digital Convolution and correlation topics
Assignment
Solved-Problem on convolution and correlation to be submitted on
Sept. 23, 2012
Laboratory report to be submitted on Sept. 23, 2012.,(Engg
handwriting).
Library/Internet Research: Digital Convolution and correlation, (Minimum 10 pages, arial
11, margins 1s, single, use MSEUF template)
to be submitted on Sept. 23, 2012
MIDTERM EXAMINATION

3rd Contact Session

Sept. 2, 2012

PART III TOPICS

4th Contact Session
1. Discrete Fourier Transform
Sept. 23, 2012
o Definition of discrete Fourier transform
o Fast Fourier transform
o Laboratory Exercises
Suggested Readings: Discrete Fourier Transform related on DFT and FFT
Assignment:
Solved-Problem on DFT and FFT.,(Engg Handwriting)
to be submitted on Oct. 7, 2012
Laboratory report to be submitted on Oct. 7, 2012.,(Engg
handwriting).
Library/Internet Research: Research on DFT and FFT. (Minimum 10 pages, arial 11,
margins 1s, single, use MSEUF template)
to be submitted on Oct. 7, 2012
PART IV - TOPICS
1. Filtering
2. FIR/IIR

5th Contact Session

Oct. 7, 2012

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Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation

Lucena City, Philippines

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o

Granted Autonomous Status

CHED
Res. 076-2009
o CEB
Impulse
response and tap coefficient
FIR filter analysis and design
FIR band pass filter, band stop and high pass filters.

Suggested Readings: Filter related on FIR and IIR

Assignment:
Solved-Problem related FIR and IIR.,(Engg Handwriting)
to be submitted on Oct.. 21, 2012
Laboratory report to be submitted on Oct. 21, 2012.,(Engg
handwriting).
Library/Internet Research: Research on FIR and IIR,. (Minimum 10 pages, arial 11,
margins 1s, single, use MSEUF template)
to be submitted on Oct. 21, 2012
6th Contact Session
Oct. 21, 2012

FINAL EXAMINATION

Prepared By:
Engr. Sherwin C. Lagrama
Lecturer 1

Approved By:
Dr. Guillermo M. Rago Jr.
Dean

Dr. Benilda N. Villenas

Chair, ETEEAP

Date of Approval:_______________

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL DEPARTMENT

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