• ECE 5225: Microsystems Des & Char

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Topics introduce microsystems design considerations and characterization with practical emphasis on Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) and Integrated Circuits (ICs) utilizing various analysis tools Prerequisites: Full Major status in (Electrical Engineering OR Computer Engineering) AND Instructor Consent.
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• ECE 5226: Electric Interface MEMS

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) technology enables the realization of complex mechanical structures on a micron scale using batch fabrication process similar to that used by integrated circuit manufacturers. These microstructures serve as key components to implement various precision sensors for navigation, industrial sensing, biomedical monitoring, consumer electronics, as well as high-performance building blocks used for wireless communication. This course will cover operating principles of MEMS resonators and inertial sensors including accelerometers and gyroscopes. Critical electronic interface design considerations in terms of interface topology, sensing resolution, dynamic range, and power dissipation will be discussed. MEMS applications in wireless communication will also be covered. Wireless transceiver key components such as MEMS-based high-frequency low phase noise voltage-controlled oscillators, filters, switches, etc. will be discussed and analyzed. The students after taking this course will be able to design and implement electronic interface circuits and systems for various MEMS sensors and resonators with a good understanding of fundamental design trade-off and performance limitation. Corequisites: 'C-' or better in ECE 2280
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• ECE 5231: Microsensors

  4.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  This course builds on ECE 5221/6221, Fundamentals of Micromachining. Topics include definitions, categorization, comparison and application fields of microsensors. The course discusses related solid state physics, piezoresistive sensors, semiconductor-based temperature sensors, magnetoresistive sensors, thermoelectric sensors, photoelectric sensors, micro gas and fluid concentration sensors, molecular diagnostics arrays and other sensors. registration for a weekly lab (1) is required. extra work required of graduate students. Prerequisites: "C-" or better in (ECE 5221 OR ECE 6221) AND Full major status in (Electrical Engineering OR Computer Engineering). Corequisites: "C-" or better in ECE 5232.
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• ECE 5233: Micro Actuators

  4.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  This course covers various micro actuators complementing the other course of Micro Sensors, ECE 5231/6231. It builds on ECE 5221/6221, Fundamentals of Micromachining. Topics include definitions, categorization, operation, and applications of various micro actuators. Particular, this course covers an introduction to basic mechanics, electrostatic, electromagnetic, piezoelectric, thermal, pneumatic, resonant actuators as well as other devices that are not covered in the micro sensors class. Registration for a weekly lab (1) is required. Extra work is required of those who registered in 6000 level. Prerequisites: "C-" or better in ((ECE 5221 OR ECE 6221) AND Full Majors status in (Electrical Engineering OR Computer Engineering).
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• ECE 5250: Intro Quantum Computers

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  The main objective of this course is to introduce quantum computation and quantum computers to our graduate and undergraduate students. It will start with a review of classical bits (Cbits) and quantum bits (Qbits) and will explore the quantum universal gates and their possible implementations using neutral and ionic atomic vapors, quantum dots, electron charge, and spin, superconducting quantum interference devices (SQUIDs), nitrogen-vacancy centers (NV- defects also called color centers) in diamond, and atomic interference devices. The first part will deal with the basic tools and concepts of QM/QC and can be used to implement QC in software and in regular computers. The second part will discuss computer architectures that include implementations of Qbits in addition to regular computers that are required to run the Qbits. The course will start with the quantum computing concepts and will use David Mermin's 'Quantum Computer Science; An Introduction,' and an introductory book 'Quantum Computing: A beginner's Introduction by Parag K. Lala,' and articles that will be distributed in the class. The second part will explore hardware that is used or is proposed for implementing quantum computers. D-Wave (a quantum computer manufacturing company) introduced a 2000 Qbit Quantum Computer that uses Coupled SQUIDS. Students will sign up to IBM's Quantum Computer, also based on SQUIDs, and will run programs that they will develop in this course as part of homework assignments.
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• ECE 5255: eMicroscopy for SMD

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  This course covers both the theory and practical use of modern electron microscopy for semiconductor materials and devices. It assumes basic knowledge of semiconductors, but much of the necessary material will be covered. The course begins with the principle of electron microscopy, proceed to the description of conventional and advanced modern technique, and evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each method. Metrologies for semiconductors devices are then introduced, including energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), electron beam induced current (EBIC), and cathodoluminescence (CL), to study active defects, junction interfaces, and excess carrier dynamics of the devices. About 30 % of the class time will be held in labs for demos and system operation sessions. Extra work (e.g., simulations) is required of those who registered in the 6000 level.
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• ECE 5310: Adv Electromag Fields

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Review of Maxwell's macroscopic equations in integral and differential forms including boundary conditions, power and energy computations, and time-harmonic formulations. Macroscopic-electrical properties of matter. Oblique incidence planewave propagation and polarization in multi-layered media. Separation of variable solutions of the wave equation in rectangular, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates. Vector potential theory and the construction of solutions using Green's theorem. Electromagnetic theorems of duality, uniqueness, reciprocity, reaction, and source equivalence. Waveguide, cavity, antenna, and scattering applications in rectangular, cylindrical, and spherical geometries. Prerequisites: 'C-' or better in ECE 3300 AND (Full Major status in Electrical Engineering OR Computer Engineering).
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• ECE 5320: Microwave Eng I

  4.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Brief review of transmission line theory and Smith Chart, general theory of waveguides, TE, TM, TEM modes, some commonly used waveguides and transmission lines including microstripline and its variations for microwave integrated circuits, matching techniques including conjugate matching, passive components, scattering matrices and signal-flow graphs, ABCD parameters, directional couplers and hybrids, power dividers and combiners, signal-flow graphs for microwave amplifiers, microwave resonators and filters including design considerations, filter design by image parameter method, constant-k and m-derived filters, maximally flat and equal-ripple filters, coupled-line filters, ferrite components. Biweekly laboratory assignments to design, fabricate, and test microstrip circuits: e.g., low and band-pass filters, coupled-line filters, directional couplers, etc., using professional-level computer software and network analyzers. Prerequisites: 'C-' or better in ECE 3300 AND Full Major status in Electrical Engineering OR Computer Engineering.
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• ECE 5321: Microwave Eng II

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Microwave Engineering II supports circuit and system design for high-frequency circuits. We will cover: 1) Nonlinear and active microwave devices including diodes, mixers, transistors, and negative differential resistance devices; 2) compressed Smith Chart; 3) balanced and double-balanced mixer design; 4) transistor amplifier theory and design for best gain, stability, and noise performance. The course will also go through 5) Oscillator theory and design using transistors, tunnel diodes, IMPATTs, and Gunn diodes; 6) PIN diode switching circuits and phase shifters; 7) Survey of design and performance of microwave systems and auxiliary components: antennas, signal modulation and multiplexing, transceiver and radar systems, signal-to-noise ratios, atmospheric effects, microwave heating, biological effects, and safety. Prerequisites: "C-" or better in ECE 5320 AND Full Major status in (Electrical Engineering OR Computer Engineering).
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• ECE 5324: Antenna Theory & Des

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  General theory of conduction current antennas; linear antennas including dipoles and monopoles; antenna equivalent impedance; design of AM, FM, TV and shortwave broadcast antennas of one or more elements including ground and mutual impedance effects; matching techniques including lumped, shunt, and series elements, transmission lines and conjugate matching; receiving antennas; antennas used for mobile communication systems and their radiation characteristics; antenna arrays and their design; wave propagation including propagation via ionosphere or troposphere; loop antennas and Yagi-Uda arrays; antenna synthesis for specified radiation patterns. UHF and microwave antennas including corner reflector antennas, helical antennas, theory of aperture antennas including rectangular and circular apertures; broadband log-periodic antennas; microstrip antennas and phased arrays including applications for wireless communication systems; slot antennas, turnstile, horn and parabolic radiators; considerations for radar antennas and communication links. Antenna ranges and measurement techniques. Laboratory demonstrations of radiation patterns of portable wireless antennas with and without the model of the head. Visits to various antenna installations in the Salt Lake valley by groups of three students. Prerequisites: "C-" or better in ECE 3300 AND Full Major status in (Electrical Engineering OR Computer Engineering).
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