• Electrical Engineer
• Development Engineer
• Systems Engineer
• Automation Design Engineer
• Electronic Hardware Engineer

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Degree Options

Students matriculated in this degree can elect to use their two technical electives and two free electives to complete one of two degree options. Each option consists of four courses. The courses in the two options are listed below.

Telecommunications

• CAST-CPET-481 Networking Technologies (required by program)
• CAST-EEET-311 Communications Elec / EEET-312 Communications Elec Lab
• CAST-EEET-525 Wireless RF System
• CAST-EEET-531 Fiber Optics Technology

Audio

• CAST-EEET-261 Fund of Audio Engineering
• CAST-EEET-361 Modern Audio Production
• CAST-EEET-461 Introduction to Acoustics
• CAST-EEET-561 Audio Power Amplifier

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0609-051 Discovery ECTET

This course provides first-year students an opportunity to develop skills necessary to succeed in the ECT Engineering Technology Program. Through interactions in a small group environment, students will make friends with other students in their major, create a stronger bond with RIT, and develop a working relationship with their academic advisor. The students will become more knowledgeable about the ECT Engineering Technology disciplines, career options, and ethical issues. Students are required to successfully complete both quarters of ECT ET FYE.

0609-214 Circuit Theory I

An introduction to DC circuit analysis techniques. Topics include resistance with circuit techniques of Ohm's Law; current and voltage division; simplification of series, parallel, series-parallel circuits, bridge and ladder networks, Kirchhoff's Laws, Thevenin's, Theorem, Mesh analysis. (Co-Requisite 1016-230) Class 2, Lab 2, Recitation 2, Credit 4

0609-215 Circuit Theory II

A continuation of Circuit Theory I. This course continues the development of circuit analysis and design techniques including Thevenin, Norton,and Superposition Theorems and Nodal analysis. Inductance and Capitance are introduced and transient circuits are studied. An introduction to AC circuits is included. (0609-214) Class 2, Lab 2, Recitation 2, Credit 4

0609-216 Circuit Theory III

A continuation of Circuit Theory II with emphasis on the characteristics and analysis of AC circuits. Including the topics of reactance, impedance, AC power and power factor, resonance, maximum power transfer, frequency, bandwidth, and three-phase circuits. (0609 215) Class 2, Lab 2, Recitation 2, Credit 4

0609-333 Con In Sys & Signals

Continuous-time and discrete-time linear, time-invariant, and causal systems are examined throughout the course. Theoretical concepts covered are: the Fourier representation of a periodic waveform; the Laplace transform; convolution; signal sampling; and the z-transform. MATLAB is presented and used extensively. (Prerequisite 0609-202 or 0609-216, Co-requisite 1016-304) Class 3, Credit 4, Recitation 2

0609-337 Elec Machines & Transfor

Topics include power concepts, magnetism, electro-magnetic force, fields, armature, commutators, rotors, stators, brushes, starters, controllers, DC machines, AC motors, alternators, single-phase and three-phase dynamos, three-phase circuits, phasors, transformer properties, isolation, efficiency and voltage regulation. (0609-202 or 0609-216 or 0609-411) Class 3, Lab 2, Credit 4

0609-360 Electronics I

An introduction to electronic circuits using semiconductor diodes and bipolar junction transistors. Emphasis is placed on device characteristics and specifications, biasing circuits, transistor modeling and applications in small signal amplifiers. Note: This course has been renumbered originally 0609-203. (0609-202 or 0609 216) Class 3, Lab 3, Credit 4

0609-361 Electronics II

A continuing course in the analysis and design of electronic circuits. Emphasis will be on the characteristics, operation, and biasing of both insulated gate field effect transistors and the use of small signal parameters. Students are introduced to frequency response of circuits, differential amplifiers and power electronics, including class A,B, and D amplifiers. (0609-360 or 0609-203) Class 3, Lab 2, Credit 4

0609-362 Electronics III

The operational amplifier is covered in detail. A wide range of its application are explained and explored, including many amplifiers and comparators. DC and AC characteristics are studied. Frequency responses of RC and op-amp circuits are covered. (0609-361 and 1016 231) Class 3, Lab 2, Credit 4

0609-363 Electronics IV

This course applies the concepts of circuits and electronics to basic analog communication circuits for amplitude and frequency modulation. Topics studied are Fourier Analysis, AM and FM transmission and reception, phase-locked loops, synthesizers, oscillators, and DSB and SSB communication systems. (0609-362) Class 3, Lab 2, Credit 4

0609-403 Advanced Circuit Theory

An introduction to advanced circuit analysis techniques, including signal decomposition by Fourier Series, circuit characterization in the plane using Bode straight line approximation or polzero plots, Laplace transform methods for solution of circuit transients, and investigations of active circuit stability.(1016-304, 0609-333, 0609 202 or 0609-216 or equivalent with Pspice or other simulation software) Class 4, Credit 4

0609-404 Control Systems I

Closed-loop control systems are analyzed with respect to their stability, steady-state accuracy, and transient response. The design of compensation to improve system performance is included. (0609 403, 1016-304) Class 3, Lab 2, Credit 4

0609-407 Career Orientation

This course is an introduction to the cooperative educational placement process at RIT, the programs in the department, and RIT resources. Topics include engineering technology vs. engineering, review of resources available at RIT, the co-operative education placement process, the ethical expectations of employers for co- op students, and RIT during a job search.(Third year student in Electrical Computer or Telecommunications Engineering Technology during the current academic year.) Class 1, Credit 1

0609-408 Transmission Lines

Development and application of the general transmission line equation starting from the distributed lumped LC model. Topics include the propagation of electromagnetic waves in a coaxial line; voltage, current and impedance; graphical methods for analysis; transmission lines as circuit elements. (1016-304, 0609-202 or 0609-216, 0609-403) Lecture 3, Lab 2, Credit 4

0609-411 Elec Prin I

A service course offered to non-electrical majors studying in the technical disciplines. Topics covered include basic electrical circuits, network theorems, power and energy concepts, power factor correction, and basics of transformers. The laboratory is an integral part of the course, where the experiments complement lecture material. (1016-204 or equivalent) Class 3, Lab 2, Credit 4

0609-412 Elect Prin II

An introductory survey course in the basics of analog and digital electronics. Analog topics include basic semiconductors, transistor circuits and operational amplifiers. Fundamental digital logic concepts include an introduction to combinational and sequential logic. Various transducers and associated circuits are introduced. (0609-411) Class 3, Lab 2, Credit 4

0609-413 Applied Microprocessors

Applications of a contemporary microcontroller will be used to teach engineering technology students digital logic, assembly programming and microprocessor interfacing. This course is intended as a service course for non-electrical majors who have not taken digital fundamentals. The labs for this course use an assembler terminal emulator and download software. (0609-411) Class 3, Lab 2, Credit 4

0609-416 Automated Data Acquisit

This course is an introduction to automated data acquisition and analysis, the LabVIEW software package is introduced and used to perform data acquisition, analysis of data, and control of instrumentation. (0609-202 or 0609-216 or 0609-411) Class 3, Lab 2, Credit 4

0609-426 Analog Simulation Sem

Analog Simulation Seminar is an introductory course in schematic entry simulation, and simulation results interpretation of analog circuit designs. The analog simulation tool will be used to perform DC, time domain, and frequency domain analysis of both passive and active analog circuits. (0609-202 or 0609-216) Class 1, Lab 2, Credit 2

0609-442 Advanced Electronics

Operational amplifiers and special purpose integrated circuits are used in signal generation, regulation and active filtering. Amplifier stability, response and bandwidth are studied while designing optoelectronic circuit's. Radiometric and photometric quantities are applied to optoelectronic components like LEDs and photodiodes. Use of discrete power devices like SCRs, diacs and triacs are studied. (0609-362 or equivalent) Class 3, Lab 2, Credit 4

0609-499 Electrical Tech Coop

One quarter of appropriate work experience in industry. (0609-362, 0618-438, 0609-407, or permission of advisor) Credit 0

0609-534 Communication Systems I

Analog Modulation schemes and systems, and the Fourier Series are reviewed. The Fourier Transform is introduced. The noise figure, noise temperature and signal-to-noise ratio of a system are introduced. Phase-locked loop concepts and applications to communications systems and an introduction to digital communication signals and systems are presented. (0609-363, 0609-333) Class 3, Lab 2, Credit 4

0609-547 Digital Signal Processin

Concepts of Sampling theory is introduced along with the Discrete- time Fourier Transform (DTFT)and z-transform. Linear systems are reviewed, followed by an introduction to digital signal processing. System transfer function in the z-domain is analyzed which is followed by the design of digital filters and the Fast-Fourier Transform. (FFT) Emphasis is placed on digital filter design and digital spectral analysis.(1016-304, 0609-333) Class 3, Lab 2, Credit 4

0609-550 Power Systems I

Basic elements of a power system, energy sources, substation configuration, load cycles, balanced and unbalanced three-phase circuits, power factor correction, transmission line configurations and impedance, voltage regulation of transformers, and the per unit system are studied. Load flow and economic operation are introduced. (0609-337 or 0609-411 and permission of instructor.) Class 3, Recitation 2, Credit 4

0609-552 Power Systems II

Load flow and economic operation of power systems are studied. The symmetrical component method of three-phase circuit analysis is used for fault analysis. Power system relay protection, supervisory control, power quality and system stability are introduced. (0609 550) Class 3, Recitation 2, Credit 4

0609-554 Electronic Optic Devices

Lecture topics to be covered include: light measurement and units, optics and optoelectronic transmitters and drivers. Radiometric and photometric units, black body radiators, optical flux and intensity of LEDs will be calculated using numerical and definite integration. Reflection and refraction from mirror and lens surfaces will be studied. LEDs and laser theory of operation and applications will be analyzed. Laboratory topics to be covered include: fiber optic construction, splicing, connector application and polishing, testing, bends and OTDR theory and advanced operation. Credit Hours 4 (0609-362)

0609-596 Honors Independent Study

This course allows upper-class Electrical Engineering Technology honors students the opportunity to independently investigate, under faculty supervision, aspects of the electrical industry that are not currently covered in existing courses. Proposals for an honors independent study must be approved by the sponsoring faculty, the Electrical Engineering Technology Program Chair and ECT-ET Honors Advocate. (Credit variable 2-4)

0609-599 Independent Study

This course allows upper-class Electrical Engineering Technology students the opportunity to independently investigate, under faculty supervision, aspects of the electrical industry that are not currently covered in existing course. Proposals for an independent study must be approved by both the sponsoring faculty and the Electrical Engineering Technology program Chair. Credit 2-4 variable

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* Students are encouraged, but not required to take a two-course sequence of technical electives.

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