ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING
General Office:
Head Hall, Room D36
Mailing Address: Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering,
University of New Brunswick,
P.O. Box 4400, Fredericton, N. B.,
Canada, E3B 5A3
Phone:
(506) 453-4561
Fax:
(506) 453-3589
Email:
ece@unb.ca
Website:
http://www.ece.unb.ca
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Biletskiy, Yevgen, MScCS, PhD (Kharkiv), PEng, Assoc Prof - 2003
Briggs, William, BSc (Mt. A), PEng, Sr Instructor - 2001
Castillo-Guerra, Eduardo, BSc, MSc (UCLV), PhD (UNB), PEng, Assoc Prof - 2006
Chang, Liuchen, BSc (N.Jiatong), MSc (China Acad of Railway Sciences), PhD (Qu.),
PEng, Prof - 1992
Colpitts, Bruce, BScE, MScE, PhD (UNB), PEng, Prof - 1988
Diduch, Christopher, BScE, MScE, PhD (UNB), PEng, Prof - 1981
Doraiswami, Rajamani, BEE (VJI, Bombay), MEE (IIS, Bangalore), PhD (Johns H),
PEng, Prof Emeritus
Englehart, Kevin, BScE, MScE, PhD (UNB), PEng, Prof and Assoc Dir Inst of
Biomedical Eng -1998
Hill, Eugene, BScE, MScE (UNB), PhD (NC State), PEng, Hon Res Prof
Hudgins, Bernard, BScE, MScE, PhD (UNB), PEng, Prof and Director Inst. of
Biomedical Eng. - 2001
Kaye, Mary E., BScE (UNB), MEng (Car), PEng, Assoc Prof - 1979
Kyberd, Peter, BSc (Durham), MSc, PhD (Southhampton), Prof & Vice Chancellor's
Research Chair - 2003
Lewis, J. Eugene, BScE (UNB), PhD (UBC), PEng., Director CADMI Microelectronics
Li, Howard, BEE (Zhejiang), MScE (Guelph), PhD (Wat), Assoc Prof - 2007
Lovely, Dennis, BSc (Southampton), PhD (Strathclyde), PEng, Prof - 1982
MacIsaac, Dawn, BPE (McM), BEd (Qu.), BEng (McM), MScE (UNB), PhD (UNB),
PEng, Assoc Prof (Joint Computer Science) - 2001
Meng, Julian, BScE (UNB), MSc, PhD (Qu.), PEng, Prof - 2002
Narraway, John J., MSc, PhD (Cran IT), PEng, Hon Res Prof
Parker, Philip A., BScE (UNB), MSc (St And), PhD (UNB), PEng, Professor Emeritus
Petersen, Brent R., BEng (Car), MASc (Wat), PhD (Car), PEng, Assoc Prof - 1997
Saleh, Sal, A.M., BSc (Bir Ziet), MSc, PhD (Memorial), P.Eng, Assist. Prof - 2011
Scott, Robert, BSc (UNB), DSc (Acad.), PEng, Prof Emeritus
Stevenson, Maryhelen, BEE (Gatech), MSEE, PhD (Stan), PEng, Prof - 1990
Taylor, James H., BSEE, MSEE (Rochester), PhD (Yale), Professor Emeritus
Tervo, Richard, BSc, MSc (McM), PhD (Laval), PEng, Prof - 1986
Veach, Ian, BA, BScE, MScE (UNB), PEng Sr Teaching Assoc - 1985
General Information
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is multi-disciplinary, combining
disciplines of Electrical, Computer and Software Engineering, the latter being jointly
administered with the Faculty of Computer Science. The applications of Electrical and
Computer Engineering are highly diversified with emphasis on the use of electrical devices
and computers to solve real-world problems. Students in this program can develop
expertise in renewable energy, communications, mechatronics, networking,
microelectronics, signal processing and computer system design. Engineers graduated from
our program experience a competitive advantage for a wide range of jobs in areas
associated to industrial control, robotics, aerospace industry, cellular communication,
biomedical technology, GPS systems, green power generation, smart vehicles, embedded
computing, and computer games among many others. It also supports emerging research
that advances technology and fosters scientific discovery.
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is committed to delivering high
quality programs that prepares students for successfully entering the workforce to become
Professional Engineers or pursuing graduate studies. A foundation is first developed in
mathematics, science and engineering. In their final year, students are then introduced to
more specialized topics and broaden their knowledge by choosing a number of elective
courses in Electrical and Computer Engineering or in such related areas as Mathematics,
Physics, Computer Science and other Engineering disciplines. The program also makes
available courses in cultural subjects that provide an awareness of social and professional
perspectives both as individuals and as future engineers.
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering believes strongly in the value of
relevant industrial experience. The Department endorses the Co-op Program and students
who wish to gain industrial experience are strongly encouraged to participate in this
internship program. Students planning to take Co-op are advised to consult with a program
coordinator and/or advisor.
Required Courses
A minimum grade of C is required for all courses used for credit towards the B.Sc.E. degree.
The following is a list of the courses that are core to the program.
Required Courses
PHYS 1081 * Foundations of Physics for Engineers
ENGG 1082 * Mechanics for Engineers
APSC 2023
Survey of 19th and 20th Century Physics
APSC 2028
Survey of 19th and 20th Century Physics Lab
ME 3232
Engineering Economics
or
CE 3963
(Engineering Economy)
CHEM 1982 * General Applied Chemistry
CHEM 1987 * General Applied Chemistry Laboratory
ECE 2213
Digital Systems
ECE 2412
Simulation and Engineering Analysis
ECE 3221
Computer Organization
ECE 3232
Embedded Systems Design
CS 1003 *
Introduction to Computer Programming
CS 1023
Data Structures and Algorithms for Engineers
ECE 1813 *
Electricity and Magnetism
ECE 2711
Electric Circuits
ECE 2722
Circuits and Systems
ECE 3031
Electrical and Computer Engineering Design
ECE 3111
Electronics I
ECE 3122
Electronics II
ECE 3312
Systems and Control
ECE 3511
Signals
ECE 3612
Electric Machines and Design in Sustainable Energy Systems
ECE 3821
Electromagnetics I
TME 3313
Managing Engineering and Information Technology Projects
ECE 4040
Electrical and Computer Engineering Design Project
or
SWE 4040
Software Engineering Design Project
ENGG 1001 * Engineering Practice Lecture Series
ENGG 1003 * Engineering Technical Communications
ENGG 1015 * Introduction to Engineering Design & Problem Solving
ENGG 4013
Law and Ethics for Engineers
MATH 1003 * Introduction to Calculus I
MATH 1013 * Introduction to Calculus II
MATH 1503 * Introduction to Linear Algebra
MATH 2513
Multivariable Calculus for Engineers
MATH 3503
Differential Equations For Engineers
STAT 2593
Probability and Statistics for Engineers
* Denotes course in general first year (Engineering I)
Electives
In addition to the core courses there is also a requirement to complete six technical elective
courses (minimum of 24 ch), three complementary studies electives (minimum of 9 ch), and
one Science Elective (minimum 3 ch).
Basic Science Elective
Each student is required to take one 3 ch basic science course chosen from Physics,
Chemistry, and the life or earth sciences.
Complementary Studies Elective
The EE program requires 9 credit hours of Complementary Studies electives. The choice of
courses is subject to the Faculty of Engineering regulations for Complementary Studies
Electives and the following:
a.
b.
At least 3 ch must be from the Humanities and Social Sciences related to technology
and society (examples: HIST 3925 Technology and Society, SOCI 2534 Technology
and Social Change).
An additional 3 ch must come from Humanities and Social Sciences (Anthropology,
c.
Classics, Literature, History, Philosophy, Political Science and Sociology).
The remaining 3 ch may be taken from: Administration, Technology Management
and Entrepreneurship (TME) or the Humanities and Social Sciences. No more than 3
ch of language courses may be used for credit toward the B.Sc.E. Degree.
Students are encouraged to seek out courses of interest and value to them. The final choice
of electives is subject to the approval of the Department of Electrical and Computer
Engineering.
Technical Elective Courses
Each student is required to take six technical elective courses (minimum of 24 ch). At least
four of the electives must be ECE courses from the following list (minimum 16 ch).
ECE 3242 Computer Architecture
ECE 3812 Data Communications and Networking
ECE 3832 Electromagnetics II
ECE 4251 Real Time Systems
ECE 4261 Digital System Design
ECE 4273 VLSI System Design
ECE 4823 Communications Network Engineering
ECE 4253 Digital Communications
ECE 4133 Instrumentation Design
ECE 4143 Electronic Circuit Design
ECE 4173 Devices and Circuits for VLSI
ECE 4323 Industrial Control Systems
ECE 4333 Robotics
ECE 4433 Safety Critical System Design
ECE 4523 Communication Systems
ECE 4531 Digital Signal Processing I
ECE 4542 Digital Signal Processing II
ECE 4623 Advanced Electrical Machines
ECE 4633 Power System Analysis
ECE 4643 Power Electronics
ECE 4833 Microwave Engineering
ECE 4843 Optical Fiber Communication
ECE 4913 Independent Project
ECE 4923 Introduction to Biomedical Engineering
ECE 4943 Topics in Computer Engineering
Students are encouraged to take combinations of electives which will permit some degree of
specialization in one or more of the major fields of Electrical and Computer Engineering (see
table below). Technical electives may be taken in other disciplines, subject to pre-approval
by the Department. For instance, a number of courses in Math, Science, Computer Science
and other Engineering disciplines are eligible; of the non-ECE electives, at least one must
have second year pre-requisite.
Technical Elective Combinations
The following groupings of elective courses will be of value to students who wish to
concentrate in specialized areas of interest.
Control & Instrumentation (Robotics,
Mechatronics)
Computer Engineering (Hardware,
Networking)
ECE 4333 Robotics
ECE 3242 Computer Architecture
ECE 4133 Instrumentation Design
ECE 3812 Data Communications
ECE 4251 Real Time Systems
ECE 4251 Real Time Systems
ME 3242 Computer Architecture
ECE 4273 VLSI Systems Design
ME 4683 Mechatronics Applications
ECE 4261 Digital Systems Design
ME 2003 Dynamics for Engineers
ECE 4253 Digital Communications
ECE 3812 Data Communications and Networking
ECE 4133 Instrumentation Design
ECE 4323 Industrial Control Systems
ECE 4333 Robotics
ECE 4531 Digital Signal Processing I
ECE 4531 Digital Signal Processing I
ECE 4261 Digital System Design
ECE 4823 Communications Network
Engineering
ECE 4433 Safety Critical System Design
CS 2033 Software Design for Engineers
CHE 2501 General Materials Science
Power & Renewable Energy Systems (Electric
Machines, Power Devices)
Communications (Wireless,
Networking)
ECE 4633 Power System Analysis
ECE 3832 Electromagnetics II
ECE 4643 Power Electronics
ECE 4833 Microwave Engineering
ECE 4623 Advanced Electric Machines
ECE 4523 Communication Systems
ECE 4133 Instrumentation Design
ECE 4253 Digital Communications
ECE 3812 Data Communications
ECE 4531 Digital Signal Processing I
ECE 4433 Safety Critical System Design
ECE 3812 Data Communications
ECE 4531 Digital Signal Processing I
ECE 4823 Communications Network
Engineering
Signal Processing (Filtering, Sensors)
Biomedical (Myoelectric, signals,
prosthetic contro)
ECE 4531 Digital Signal Processing I
ECE 4923 Introduction to Biomedical
Engineering
ECE 4542 Digital Signal Processing II
APSC 3953 Basis of Biomedical
Engineering
ECE 4253 Digital Communications
ECE 4531 Digital Signal Processing I
ECE 4523 Communications Systems
ECE 4542 Digital Signal Processing II
ECE 4133 Instrumentation Design
BIOL 1001 Biological Principles
ECE 3832 Electromagnetics II
ECE 4133 Instrumentation Design
ECE 4833 Microwave Engineering
ECE 4333 Robotics
ME 5653 Predictive Control and Intelligent Sensors ECE 4523 Communication Systems
Recommended Program
The program allows completion of degree requirements in eight terms. However, a
significant number of students plan to take nine or ten terms to reach graduation, using the
extra time to master the material more thoroughly or to take extra courses. Students
planning to take longer than eight terms are advised to plan well ahead and to consult with
faculty in order to minimize problems arising from timetabling restrictions and prerequisite
requirements. The General Regulations of the Faculty of Engineering, including minimum
credit hour requirements that are listed under Bachelor of Science in Engineering, apply to
the Electrical Engineering program.