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FA08CES 6726Advanced Concrete DesignAdvanced topics in concrete designs. Topics include torsion, two-way floor systems, composite construction, slabs on grade and deep beams.
FA08CGN 6933Biological Principles of Environmental EngineeringThis course improves the student’s knowledge and problem solving skills with respect to the Biological Principles used by Environmental Engineers to design biological processes. Students will learn about microbial physiology and metabolism, and current methods used to understand bioprocesses.
FA08COT 6405Intro to Theory of AlgorithmsAnalysis techniques for algorithms. Characterizing algorithms in terms of recurrence relations, solution of recurrence relations, upper and lower bounds. Graph problems, parallel, algorithms, nondeterministic polynomial time completeness and approximation algorithms, with relationship to practical problems.
FA08ECH 5931Solar Energy Fundamentals & ApplicationsNature and availability of solar radiation, thermal collection and storage, conversion to heat for heating, cooling and industrial process heat, conversion to electricity by thermal power and photovoltaics, solar environmental application by photocatalysis. Textbook: Goswami, D.Y., Kreith, F. and Kreider, J., Principles of Solar Engineering, (2nd Ed.) Taylor and Francis Publishers, NY, NY
FA08ECH 6412Processes in Analysis and ModelingComputer-controlled data acquisition and analysis aimed development and evaluation of empirical and physical models of chemical and mechanical engineering processes.
FA08EEE 4351CSemiconductor DevicesAn introduction to the fundamentals of semiconductor materials and semiconductor device operation.
FA08EEL 4102Linear Systems AnalysisProvides further study in the analysis of linear networks and systems. Includes time and frequency domain points of view. Laplace, Fourier and superposition integrals.
FA08EEL 4421RF/MW Circuits IThis course covers passive RF/microwave circuit design and distributed transmissions line/interconnect analysis. Additional topics include equivalent circuit modeling, numerical EM simulation using commercial CAD tools, and differential circuit analysis.
FA08EEL 4423LWirelss Circuits/Systems LabThis class will provide introductory tutorial learning, plus hands-on experience in analysis, design and measurement in the field of wireless communications.
FA08EEL 4657Linear Control SystemsIntroduction to the analysis and design of linear feedback control systems. Covers block diagrams, flow charts, Bode, Nyquist, and root locus techniques.
FA08EEL 4705Logic DesignBinary number systems; truth functions; Boolean algebra; canonical forms; minimization of combinational logic circuits; synchronous logic circuits in computers.
FA08EEL 4744MicroprocessorsFunctional Description. Arithmetic and Logic capabilities. Control and Timing. Interrupts and priority systems. Software design and documentation. Distributed function processing.
FA08EEL 4756Digital Signal Processing Digital signals and Fourier transforms. Z-transforms, digital filter networks; DFT, DCT, and fast transforms. Design of IIR and FIR filters; quantization effects. Multi-rate processing; interpolation and decimation.
FA08EEL 4935VHDLTo familiarize the student with an operable set of the language theoretic aspects of VHDL. To show how VHDL can be a formal mechanism to converse with design automation tools. To ensure that the student is well grounded for future study of an HDL specifically VHDL, that is rapidly becoming an international interoperability standard for design automation.
FA08EEL 4935Electric Mach & DrivesPrinciples of electromechanical energy conversion; modeling, analysis & aspects of classic DC and AC machines. Intro to power electronic converters used to control electric machines; converter/ motor system performance; characterization and evaluations to include stepper, variable inductance & brushless DC motors.
FA08EEL 4936Power System ProtectionThis course deal with protection of power apparatus and systems, fuses ,voltage and current transducers . Relays, coordination of relays. Pilot channels,grounding practices. Surge phenomenon, Insulation coordination.
FA08EEL 4936Wireless Comm. LabAn extensive hands-on introduction to digital communications and wireless communication systems; involving testing, modeling, simulation and measurements of the performance of digital communication systems at both sub-system and complete system levels. Not available on an S/U basis.
FA08EEL 4936Industrial Power DistributionAnalysis techniques for AC power systems including principles of utility electric power systems, basic analysis techniques for three phase systems, transmission line modeling, power flow analysis, introduction to fault analysis.
FA08EEL 4936Microsystems and Mems TechThe objectives of this course are:- to introduce the concept of MEMS and Microsystems, - to introduce the processes used in MEMS fabrication, - to introduce the basic principles of micromachined sensors and sensing modalities, - to discuss the challenges and limitations in their design and fabrication, - to introduce students to writing research proposals enabling them to apply general micromachining principles to build novel devices.
FA08EEL 5250Power Systems AnalysisAnalysis techniques for AC power systems including principles of utility electric power systems, basic analysis techniques for three phase systems, transmission line modeling, power flow analysis, introduction to fault analysis.
FA08EEL 5462Antenna TheoryAntenna theory beginning with fundamental parameter definitions and continuing with mathematical concepts, elemental antennas and arrays.
FA08EEL 5936Wireless SystemsWireless system focuses on operating principles, design and evaluation of r.f., microwave, millimeter and sub-millimeter wave sub-systems and their overall impacts on system performance.
FA08EEL 5936Wireless Circuits/Systems LabPR: EEL 4411 An extensive hands-on introduction to wireless radio frequency and microwave circuits and systems, involving modern measurements, fabrication and computer aided design experiences at both component and sub-system levels. Not available on an S/U basis. Graduate section.
FA08EEL 6226Microsystems and Mems TechThe objectives of this course are:- to introduce the concept of MEMS and Microsystems, - to introduce the processes used in MEMS fabrication, - to introduce the basic principles of micromachined sensors and sensing modalities, - to discuss the challenges and limitations in their design and fabrication, - to introduce students to writing research proposals enabling them to apply general micromachining principles to build novel devices.
FA08EEL 6426RF/Microwave IProvides an introduction to passive RF/microwave/wireless circuit design. Topics to be covered include distributed distributed transmission line theory, lumped circuit and network analysis, impedance matching, and the design of various microwave components.
FA08EEL 6486Electromagnetic Field TheoryTime harmonic electromagnetic fields emphasizing problems in transmission lines and electric power transmission.
FA08EEL 6502Digital Signal Processing IDigital signals and Fourier transforms. Z-transforms, digital filter networks; DFT, DCT, and fast transforms. Design of IIR and FIR filters; quantization effects. Multi-rate processing; interpolation and decimation.
FA08EEL 6534Digital CommunicationsDigital communication & information theory. Random processes & Markov chains. Communication channels including optical and microwave. Digital modulation and demodulation. Detection theory; matched filter, sequence detection.
FA08EEL 6545Random Processes in Electrical EngineeringLECTURE WEB ONLY. Review of probability theory, functions of random variables; examples in electrical engineering. Sequences of random variables. Concepts in random processes, correlation functions, power spectrum, random inputs to linear systems. Spectral analysis. Applications to Engineering systems.
FA08EEL 6593Mobile and Personal CommunicationCharacteristics of wireless mobile channels indoor and outdoor ; multipath and shadow fading, frequency reuse; micro and pico cells; base-station and portable units. Cell coverage, blocking, and co- channel interference. TDMA, FDMA, CDMA and hybrid approaches to multiple access. Protocols, hand- over. Voice, data, and multi-media over wireless indoor channels.
FA08EEL 6764Principles of Computer ArchitectureArithmetic algorithms, CPU speedup techniques, memory hierarchies, virtual memory, input-output. Study of the number systems and the algorithms used for digital arithmetic computation with emphasis on their implementation, speed and reliability considerations.
FA08EEL 6935VHDLTo familiarize the student with an operable set of the language theoretic aspects of VHDL. To show how VHDL can be a formal mechanism to converse with design automation tools. To ensure that the student is well grounded for future study of an HDL specifically VHDL, that is rapidly becoming an international interoperability standard for design automation.
FA08EEL 6935Industrial Power DistributionThis comprehensive course is designed for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students planning to work in industrial facilities, as well as for practicing engineers who deal with power distribution within industrail facilities.
FA08EEL 6935Power System ProtectionThis course deal with protection of power apparatus and systems, fuses ,voltage and current transducers . Relays, coordination of relays. Pilot channels,grounding practices. Surge phenomenon, Insulation coordination.
FA08EEL 6936Electric Machines and DrivesPrinciples of electromechanical energy conversion; modeling, analysis & aspects of classic DC and AC machines. Intro to power electronic converters used to control electric machines; converter/ motor system performance; characterization and evaluations to include stepper, variable inductance & brushless DC motors.
FA08EEL 6936Engineering Applications of Complex AnalysisLECTURE WEB ONLY. Analytic functions, conformal mapping, residue theory, Laurent series, transforms. Applications to various problems in engineering and physics.
FA08EEL 6936Engineering Applications of Vector AnalysisLECTURE WEB ONLY. Vector methods in electromagnetism and fluid mechanics. Vector operators, line and flux integrals, potential and transport theorems, applications.
FA08EEL 6936Wireless SeminarWeekly seminars cover basic principles as well as contemporary topics in such rapidly evolving application areas as communications, micro-electronics, radar and remote sensing. Emphasis is placed on applications involving frequencies in the 100 MHz to 1000 GHz range, which includes the Radio Frequency and Microwave spectra. Topics are presented by local and on-campus guest speakers.
FA08EEL 6936Wireless Comm LabAn extensive hands-on introduction to digital communications and wireless communication systems; involving testing, modeling, simulation and measurements of the performance of digital communication systems at both sub-system and complete system levels. Not available on an S/U basis.
FA08EGN 2080Light and the ArtsPhysical and aesthetic aspects of light. Elementary physics of light sources, waves and photons, human vision. Color and intensity effects in well-known paintings photographs, films. Theatrical lighting Holography.
FA08EGN 3373Introduction to Electrical Systems IA course in linear passive circuits. Physical principles and modes. Transient and steady-state analysis.
FA08EGN 3443Prob & Stats for EngrAn introduction to the basic concepts of statistical analysis with special emphasis on engineering applications.
FA08EGN 3615Engineering Economy with Social & Global ImplicationsLECTURE WEB ONLY. Presents basic economic models used to evaluate engineering activities and an understanding of the social and ethical implications of financial decisions in a multicultural environment through lectures, case studies and current readings.
FA08EGN 3835Globalization & TechnologyExploration of the fundamental processes underlying globalization with particular emphasis on the role of technological development in both historical and contemporary context. This course is part of the University of South Florida’s Foundations of Knowledge and Learning Core Curriculum.
FA08EGN 5421Engineering Applications of Vector AnalysisLECTURE WEB ONLY. Vector methods in electromagnetism and fluid mechanics. Vector operators, line and flux integrals, potential and transport theorems, applications.
FA08EGN 5424Engineering Application of Complex AnalysisLECTURE WEB ONLY. Analytic functions, conformal mapping, residue theory, Laurent series, transforms. Applications to various problems in engineering and physics.
FA08EIN 4312Work AnalysisOperation analysis and workspace design, work measurement, standard data, ergonomics, and labor costing.
FA08EIN 4352Engineering Cost AnalysisThis is a non-repeatable course restricted to Industrial Engineering majors. It provides students with the principles and techniques for the cost analysis, estimatiion and evaluation of engineering design in service and manufacturing organizations.
FA08EIN 4364Facilities Design IDesign and modification of industrial production and material handling facilites. Basic analysis techniques, use of computer programs, automated warehousing.
FA08EIN 4621Manufacturing ProcessesOn-campus Lab Required. The study of basic manufacturing processes and precision assembly. CAD/CAM including NC programming. ON CAMPUS LAB REQUIRED. Please see OASIS for time.
FA08EIN 4933Occupational Safety LECTURE WEB ONLY. An introduction to the principles of designing, maintaining and managing a workplace free from hazards. Detailed coverage of the OSHA Standard 1910 for General Industry. Students will qualify for a 30-hour OSHA certificate on successful completion of the course. Term project required.
FA08EIN 4933Principles of Engineering ManagementIntroduction to the fundamentals of planning, organizing and leadership as needed by engineers, scientists, and other professionals considering managerial positions.
FA08EIN 4933TQM ConceptsPresents and discusses the foundations of Total Quality Management (TQM) including the historical development, the philosophy and principles of TQM, the tools and techniques used and the issues associated with implementation.
FA08EIN 4933Construction SafetyBasic introduction to OSHA safety requirements for the construction industry. Students will receive an OSHA certificate upon satisfactory completion of the course.
FA08EIN 5174TQM ConceptsPresents and discusses the foundations of Total Quality Management (TQM) including the historical development, the philosophy and principles of TQM, the tools and techniques used and the issues associated with implementation.
FA08EIN 5182Principles of EMIntroduction to the fundamentals of planning, organizing and leadership as needed by engineers, scientists, and other professionals considering managerial positions.
FA08EIN 5510Manufacturing Systems AnalysisThe study of systems of manufacturing entities, such as machine tools, robots and materials handlers. Emphasis is on mathematical description of integrated systems and system optimization.
FA08EIN 6106Technology and LawSelected topics related to the relationships between and among technology, law and social policy, including governmental regulation, products liability, professional liability, contract negotiation and formation, and developments and trends affecting engineering professionals.
FA08EIN 6108Human RelationsLECTURE WEB ONLY. Human relations, understanding oneself, understanding other people, influencing and motivation performance, improving moral and discipline, and self appraisal and analysis for the technical manager. Web only."PDQ"
FA08EIN 6183Engineering Management Policies & StrategiesStrategic planning and policy formulation in technical and scientific organizations. General managers in the middle. Translation of strategic plans into action plans and implementation of the strategic change process. This is a capstone course in the EM program to be taken during the last semester of the student's program.
FA08EIN 6216Occupational Safety LECTURE WEB ONLY. Introduction to the principles of designing, maintaining, and managing a workplace free from hazards. Covers mechanical hazards, fall and lifting hazards, climatic and environmental hazards, electrical hazards, fire and explo- sive hazards, and pressure hazards. Considers design issues, warnings, and personal protective equipment. Term project required. "PDQ"
FA08EIN 6386Management of Technological ChangeA study of problems encountered by managers in the planning, organizing, directing, and controlling of resources in technology-based organizations.
FA08EIN 6430Overview of Regulated Industry ComplianceProvides students with basic information on regulated industries (bioscience, pharmaceutical and medical devices), with particular emphasis on challenges experienced in medical device development, manufacture and commercialization with regard to regulatory requirements.
FA08EIN 6432Regulated Products Approval ProcessCourse provides students with information to design and maintain quality systems for regulated industries. Students successfully completing this course will have a basic understanding of the quality systems and control necessary for the development, manufacture, and commercialization of medical device products.
FA08EIN 6935Strategic Marketing AssessmentThis course is designed to enable the student to gain an in-depth understanding of the techniques used to analyze the market opportunities for new inventions and intellectual properties. It is further designed to examine strategic opportunities for commercialization of new inventions. Both market assessments for new inventions, as well as competitive technology tools, will be developed using in-depth field studies and classroom discussions. The course is designed to develop advanced market problem solving skills, critical decision-making processes for intellectual properties and new technologies, and technology planning skills beneficial in multiple disciplines.
FA08EIN 6935Construction Safety Basic introduction to OSHA safety requirements for the construction industry. Students will receive an OSHA certificate upon satisfactory completion of the course."PDQ"
FA08ENV 6002Chemical and Physical Principles of Environmental EngineeringInvestigates how chemical properties, physical processes, and environmental characteristics all influence the fate and transport of chemicals in natural and engineered systems. Includes theory, practical examples, and laboratory experiments
FA08ESI 4244Design of ExperimentsActivity forecasting models and control. Design and use of inventory control models, both designs applicable to engineering analyses. Analysis of variance and regression. Web only.
FA08ESI 4312Deterministic Operations ResearchAn introduction to operations research techniques with particular emphasis on deterministic models. Linear programming, dynamic programming, goal programming, integer programming, and PERT/CPM networks are considered. Web Only.
FA08ESI 4523Industrial Systems SimulationA study of the developent and analysis of computer simulation models: Monte Carlo, time-slice, and next-event. Introduction to special purpose simulation languages. Web Only. There is no separate lab section. ON CAMPUS LAB REQUIRED. Please see OASIS for time.
FA08ESI 5236Reliability EngineeringFundamental concepts of reliability. Estimation of reliability of systems and components. Measures of availability, maintainability and reliability.
FA08ESI 5522Computer SimulationA study of the developent and analysis of computer simulation models: Monte Carlo, time-slice, and next-event. Web Only. There is no separate lab section. ON CAMPUS LAB REQUIRED. Please see OASIS for time.
FA08ESI 6247Statistical Design ModelsDesign of experimental mathematical models. Application of advanced analysis of variance techniques as applied to industrial problems.
FA08TTE 5205Traffic Systems EngineeringTraffics models, intersection anaysis, capacity analysis, data methods collection, parking studies, volume and speed studies, freeway management, and advanced technologies.
FA08TTE 5501Transportation Planning & EconomicsFundamentals of urban transportation planning: trip generation, trip distribution, modal split, traffic assignment. Introduction to environmental impact analysis, evaluation an choice of transportation alternatives.
FA08TTE 6651Public TransportationPlanning design & operation of public transportation system; costs & productivity of transit; impacts of transit on travel behavior & urban form; ridership forecasting; public transportation policy analysis.
SP09BME 6931Biomedical Image ProcessingTBA
SP09BME 6931System on a ChipTBA
SP09CES 5715Prestressed ConcreteFundamental principles of prestressing; calculation of losses; stress analysis and design of simple beams for flexure and shear. Examples of pressures applications.
SP09CGN 6933Design of Masonry StructuresThis course provides an overview of the design of masonry structures using concrete masonry units. Both working stress and strength provisions on ACI 530-05 are covered. Wind provisions and seismic provisions relating to lateral load distribution in walls are additionally reviewed. The design of structural elements such as lintels, load bearing walls, shear walls (reinforced and unreinforced) and columns are adressed.
SP09COP 6611Operating SystemsOperating systems functions and design, resource management, protection systems, process communication, and deadlocks.
SP09ECH 4931Energy, Environ, & SustainStudy on Energy and Environmental sustaining energy.
SP09EEL 3100Network Analysis & DesignA third course in linear circuit analysis and design. Transient and steady-state responses of passive R-L-C networks to various functions.
SP09EEL 4422RF MW Circuits IIContinuation of Introduction to RF/Microwave Circuits I/II sequence.
SP09EEL 4423LWirelss Circuits/Systems LabThis class will provide introductory tutorial learning, plus hands-on experience in analysis, design and measurement in the field of wireless communications.
SP09EEL 4657Linear Control SystemsIntroduction to the analysis and design of linear feedback control systems. Covers block diagrams, flow charts, Bode, Nyquist, and root locus techniques.
SP09EEL 4935System on a ChipThis course deals with the design methodologies for Application Specific Integrated Cicuits (ASICs). Topics include: behavioural specification; logic sysnthesis; standard cell libraries; advanced timing analysis and physical design automation tools.
SP09EEL 4935Industrial Power Distribution IIThis comprehensive course is designed for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students planning to work in industrial facilities, as well as for practicing engineers who deal with power distribution within industrial facilities.
SP09EEL 4935Power Systems IIAnalysis and design technique for AC power systems.
SP09EEL 4935Power QualityThis course covers definitions and standards of power quality, kinds of power quality problems; sources of transient overvoltages; distribution principles of controlling harmonics, time and frequency domain methods of analysis; power quality monitoring; power quality improvement methods.
SP09EEL 4936Wireless Comm. LabAn extensive hands-on introduction to digital communications and wireless communication systems; involving testing, modeling, simulation and measurements of the performance of digital communication systems at both sub-system and complete system levels. Not available on an S/U basis.
SP09EEL 4936Biomedical Image ProcessingThis course deals with perception and image quality, image sampling, quantization, transforms, data compression, enhancement, restoration, registration and segmentation techniques, projection reconstruction and techniques for the display of 3D data sets.
SP09EEL 4936Power Plant EngineeringThe study of large scale thermo-electric power convesion for utility systems. Combustion of hydrocatbon fuels, furnace, strem generated auxilliary system design. Topics include control of our emissions design and performance of combined power facilities.
SP09EEL 4936Power ElectronicsThe course will emphasis device characteristics, converter circuit topologies, application, and issues of importance caused by the emergence of power electronic applications.
SP09EEL 5935Wireless LabON CAMPUS LAB REQUIRED. PR: EEL 4411 An extensive hands-on introduction to wireless radio frequency and microwave circuits and systems, involving modern measurements, fabrication and computer aided design experiences at both component and sub-system levels. Not available on an S/U basis. On campus lab required.
SP09EEL 6226Microsystems and Mems TechThe objectives of this course are:- to introduce the concept of MEMS and Microsystems, - to introduce the processes used in MEMS fabrication, - to introduce the basic principles of micromachined sensors and sensing modalities, - to discuss the challenges and limitations in their design and fabrication, - to introduce students to writing research proposals enabling them to apply general micromachining principles to build novel devices.
SP09EEL 6427RF/Microwave IIThis course presents the design theory and analysis for microwave transfer amplifiers and oscillators.
SP09EEL 6481Numerical Techniques in ElectromagnetismLECTURE WEB ONLY. Review of Maxwell's equations. Finite differences, finite elements, boundary elements method of moments. Introduction to geometric theory of optics and diffraction.
SP09EEL 6545Random Processes in Electrical EngineeringLECTURE WEB ONLY. Review of probability theory, functions of random variables; examples in electrical engineering. Sequences of random variables. Concepts in random processes, correlation functions, power spectrum, random inputs to linear systems. Spectral analysis. Applications to Engineering systems.
SP09EEL 6593Mobile and Personal CommunicationCharacteristics of wireless mobile channels indoor and outdoor ; multipath and shadow fading, frequency reuse; micro and pico cells; base-station and portable units. Cell coverage, blocking, and co- channel interference. TDMA, FDMA, CDMA and hybrid approaches to multiple access. Protocols, hand- over. Voice, data, and multi-media over wireless indoor channels.
SP09EEL 6658RF & Microwave MeasurementsLECTURE WEB ONLY, OPTIONAL LAB. Concentrates on the theory and applications of modern radio frequency and microwave measurements. Topics include network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, noise, power and non-linear distortion measurements.
SP09EEL 6752Digital Signal Processing IITopics Covered: Review Basics of Signal Processing and Random Process, Random Signals and Signal Models, Spectral Factorization, Linear Estimation of Signals, Linear Prediction and Lattice Filters, Selected Signal Processing Applications, Adaptive Filters, Higher-Order Statistical Signal Processing, Blind Deconvolution and Equalization, and Self Similar Random Signal Models.
SP09EEL 6935Biomedical Image ProcessingThis course deals with perception and image quality, image sampling, quantization, transforms, data compression, enhancement, restoration, registration and segmentation techniques, projection reconstruction and techniques for the display of 3D data sets.
SP09EEL 6935Power QualityThis course covers definitions and standards of power quality, kinds of power quality problems; sources of transient overvoltages; distribution principles of controlling harmonics, time and frequency domain methods of analysis; power quality monitoring; power quality improvement methods.
SP09EEL 6935Industrial Power Distribution IIThis comprehensive course is designed for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students planning to work in industrial facilities, as well as for practicing engineers who deal with power distribution within industrial facilities.
SP09EEL 6935System on a ChipThis course deals with the design methodologies for Application Specific Integrated Cicuits (ASICs). Topics include: behavioural specification; logic sysnthesis; standard cell libraries; advanced timing analysis and physical design automation tools.
SP09EEL 6936Wireless Comm LabAn extensive hands-on introduction to digital communications and wireless communication systems; involving testing, modeling, simulation and measurements of the performance of digital communication systems at both sub-system and complete system levels. Not available on an S/U basis.
SP09EEL 6936Power Systems IIAnalysis and design technique for AC power systems.
SP09EEL 6936Advanced Topics in Wireless Communication SystemThis course will cover recent developments in wireless communication systems. The future generation of wireless communications systems will be overviewed and the technologies behind these systems will be discussed in this course. Both practical and simplified theoretical aspects will be covered. Rather than providing in-dept theoretical details, introduction of main concepts and overview of the important aspects will be given. The targeted students are the graduate students as well as the non-degree seeking engineers that are working in wireless communications area in local companies.
SP09EEL 6936Power Plant EngineeringThe study of large scale thermo-electric power convesion for utility systems. Combustion of hydrocatbon fuels, furnace, strem generated auxilliary system design. Topics include control of our emissions design and performance of combined power facilities.
SP09EEL 6936Wireless SeminarWeekly seminars cover basic principles as well as contemporary topics in such rapidly evolving application areas as communications, micro-electronics, radar and remote sensing. Emphasis is placed on applications involving frequencies in the 100 MHz to 1000 GHz range, which includes the Radio Frequency and Microwave spectra. Topics are presented by local and on-campus guest speakers.
SP09EEL 6936 Analog RFIC DesignPresents the design theory, technology and applications of silicon-based analog radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC) technology. Lectures, homework and CAD projects develop an understanding of the processing, design and performance issues for RFICs.
SP09EEL 6936Power ElectronicsThe course will emphasize device characteristics, converter circuit topologies, applications, and issues of importance caused by the emergence of power electronic applications.
SP09EGN 2080Light and the ArtsPhysical and aesthetic aspects of light. Elementary physics of light sources, waves and photons, human vision. Color and intensity effects in well-known paintings photographs, films. Theatrical lighting Holography.
SP09EGN 3374Introduction to Electrical Systems IIA second course in linear passive circuits (following EGN 3373). An extention of the physical principles and models, AC/DC steady state, transient analysis and power analysis techniques.
SP09EGN 3375ElectromechanicalContinuation of EGN 3373
SP09EGN 3443Prob & Stats for EngrAn introduction to the basic concepts of statistical analysis with special emphasis on engineering applications.
SP09EGN 3615Engineering Economy with Social & Global ImplicationsLECTURE WEB ONLY. Presents basic economic models used to evaluate engineering activities and an understanding of the social and ethical implications of financial decisions in a multicultural environment through lectures, case studies and current readings.
SP09EGN 3835Globalization & TechnologyExploration of the fundamental processes underlying globalization with particular emphasis on the role of technological development in both historical and contemporary context. This course is part of the University of South Florida’s Foundations of Knowledge and Learning Core Curriculum.
SP09EGN 5422Partial Differential EquationsLECTURE WEB ONLY. Power series solutions for ordinary differential equations, Sturm-Liouville theory, special functions. Vector methods with generalized coordinates. Separation of variables for partial differential equations. Green's functions. Calculus of variations. Numerical methods.
SP09EGN 5423Neural Nets & Math CommunicationLECTURE WEB ONLY. Finite fields and coding applications. Probabilities of error detection and correction. Introduction to neural networks. Advanced matrix algorithms: LU and QR factorizations, least-squares, pseudoinverses.
SP09EIN 4243CHuman FactorsDesign of man-machine systems, by taking into consideration both human and machine capabilities and limitations.
SP09EIN 4333Production ControlPlanning and control of production systems. Includes: forecasting and inventory control models, scheduling and sequencing, MRP, CPM/PERT, and resource requirements.
SP09EIN 4601Automation and RoboticsIntroduction to the practices and concepts of automation as applied to material handling, inventory storage, material transfer, industrial processes and quality control.
SP09EIN 4933Principles of Engineering ManagementIntroduction to the fundamentals of planning, organizing and leadership as needed by engineers, scientists, and other professionals considering managerial positions.
SP09EIN 4933Advanced TQMPresents and discusses the foundations of Total Quality Management (TQM) including the historical development, the philosophy and principles of TQM, the tools and technique used and the issues associate with implementation.
SP09EIN 4933Occupational Safety LECTURE WEB ONLY. An introduction to the principles of designing, maintaining and managing a workplace free from hazards. Detailed coverage of the OSHA Standard 1910 for General Industry. Students will qualify for a 30-hour OSHA certificate on successful completion of the course. Term project required.
SP09EIN 4933Construction SafetyBasic introduction to OSHA safety requirements for the construction industry. Students will receive an OSHA certificate upon satisfactory completion of the course.
SP09EIN 4933New Product DevelopmentSpecial topics related to economic analysis, optimization, human factors, manufacturing and automation aspect of industrial systems. Repeatable upto 5 credir hours.
SP09EIN 4933Engineering a LEAN EnterpriseSpecial topics related to economic analysis, optimization, human factors, manufacturing and automation aspect of industrial systems. Repeatable up to 5 credit hours.
SP09EIN 5182Principles of EMIntroduction to the fundamentals of planning, organizing and leadership as needed by engineers, scientists, and other professionals considering managerial positions.
SP09EIN 5350Technology and FinanceA course for technical managers that focuses on how financial and economic principles are utilized to make technical investments and manage technical enterprises.
SP09EIN 6179Advanced TQM-Six SigmaThis course is a presentation of Six Sigma in industry: details of the methodology that comprise it, and how it relates to Total Quality Management. This course is restricted to students pursuing majors in the IMSE Department. Non repeatable for credit.
SP09EIN 6183Engineering Management Policies & StrategiesStrategic planning and policy formulation in technical and scientific organizations. General managers in the middle. Translation of strategic plans into action plans and implementation of the strategic change process. This is a capstone course in the EM program to be taken during the last semester of the student's program.
SP09EIN 6216Occupational Safety LECTURE WEB ONLY. Introduction to the principles of designing, maintaining, and managing a workplace free from hazards. Covers mechanical hazards, fall and lifting hazards, climatic and environmental hazards, electrical hazards, fire and explo- sive hazards, and pressure hazards. Considers design issues, warnings, and personal protective equipment. Term project required. "PDQ"
SP09EIN 6319Work Design/Productivity EngineeringFoundations of motivated work performance, job satisfaction and organizational productivity. Analysis of job content and job context, comparison of different concepts for improving organizational effectiveness; suggestions for productivity improvements through effective work redesign.
SP09EIN 6435International Regulations for Medical Devices The course covers the major global and region-specific compliance issues related to medical devices, similarities in regulatory requirements, and the initiatives of the Global Harmonization Task Force to facilitate international trade.
SP09EIN 6934New Product DevelopmentThe content and organization of this course will vary depending on student demand and faculty interest.
SP09EIN 6935Construction Safety Basic introduction to OSHA safety requirements for the construction industry. Students will receive an OSHA certificate upon satisfactory completion of the course."PDQ"
SP09EIN 6936Engineering a LEAN EnterpriseSpecial topics related to economic analysis, optimization, human factors, manufacturing and automation aspect of industrial systems. Repeatable up to 5 credit hours.
SP09ENV 6519Physical & Chemical Processes in Environmental EngineeringTheory and design of processes used in advanced water and wastewater treatment, including membrane processes, absorption, electrodialysis, ozonation, and tradiation.
SP09ENV 6666Aquatic ChemistryAn introduction to the form, structure, and chemical activities of the important processes essential to treatment of domestic and industrial wastewater.
SP09ENV 6667Environmental BiotechnologyStudy of biochemical relations and processes in treatment of pollutants with emphasis on control of effluents for the protection of water quality.
SP09ESI 4221Industrial Statistical Quality ControlApplication of statistical techniques to the control of industrial processes. Control charts, acceptance sampling, design of experiments, analysis of variance and regression.
SP09ESI 4313Probabilistic Operations ResearchProbabilistic models in operations research. Discrete & continuous time processes, queueing models, inventory models, simulation models, Markovian decision process & decision analysis.
SP09ESI 5306Operations Research for Engineering ManagementLinear programming, dynamic programming, non-linear programming, Markov-chains, queuing models, inventory models and network analysis.
SP09ESI 6247Statistical Design ModelsDesign of experimental mathematical models. Application of advanced analysis of variance techniques as applied to industrial problems.
SP09TTE 6315Transportation SafetyTransportation safety studies, accident data analysis, traffic safety control devices, special population regiment safety, highway conflict studies, accident reconstruction, and tort and liability issues.
SP09TTE 6505Discrete Choice ModelsTheories of travel behavior; multinominal logit and nested logit models of mode choices, destinationchoice, and car ownership. Theory and application to travel forecasting.
SP09TTE 6837Pavement Management SystemsReview of flexible & rigid pavement design, overlay design; pavement evaluation, pavement network delineation, condition, prediction, models pavement maintenance & rehabiliation, pavement management techinques, life cycle analysis.
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