James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2023

EE4500 - Electrical and Electronic Engineering Design

Subject Description

Application of contemporary design methodologies to resolve complex problems in Electrical and Electronic Engineering; examination of case studies in success and failure of designs and design processes; consideration of the whole systems approach to design and the implications for engineering practice.

Learning Outcomes

• understanding of, and capacity to utilise, a whole systems approach to design
• awareness of, and capacity to discuss, contemporary issues in the design of electrical and electronic systems
• competence in communication skills appropriate to professional design work
• detailed understanding of selected design examples, exercises and case studies

Subject Assessment

• Oral > Presentation 1 - (20%) - Group & Individual
• Written > Problem task - (20%) - Individual
• Written > Reflection/reflective task 1 - (20%) - Individual
• Written > Technical report - (40%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Special Assessment Requirements

Students are required to demonstrate professionalism in the subject by timely submission of all assessable work and regular attendance at scheduled group activities and lectures where equivalent on-line materials have not been identified. Attendance will be monitored through feedback and assessment submissions, and unprofessional conduct will require additional assessment tasks are undertaken before a subject grade will be awarded. This policy is detailed in the subject outline.

Assumed Knowledge:  Electronic circuit analysis (operational amplifiers, transistor circuits); Network Analysis (two-port analysis, transmission lines, frequency response, etc.); Modern control theory; motor characteristics and motor control; Logic design including VHDL; FPGA use; microprocessor application development; PCB layout and fabrication; probability and statistics.

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