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Linear Circuits and Systems II

(3 credits)

Catalog Data: Sinusoidal steady-state analysis, network functions, real and reactive power, three-phase circuits, Laplace transform method, two-port networks, and Fourier series.

Course Description : Sinusoidal steady-state analysis, phasor domain, network functions, real and reactive power, three-phase circuits, frequency response, Laplace transform method, two-port networks, and Fourier analysis.

Prerequisite : ECE/COE 0031

Textbook : Introduction to Electric Circuits, R.C. Dorf and J.A. Svoboda, Wiley, 2004.

Goals : This is the second half of the circuit courses sequence. The goal is to introduce the basic transform techniques (Phasor, Laplace and Fourier) used in the solution of R,L,C circuits and dynamical systems modeled by linear-time invariant differential equations. Circuit design problems that use these techniques will also be considered.

Prereq./Coreq. by Topic : Solution of linear simultaneous equations, differential and integral calculus, basic concepts of electricity and magnetism.

Topics:

1. Review of Complex Number (0.5 week).

2. Sinusoidal Functions and Phasors (1.5 weeks).

3. Sinusoidal Steady-State Response (2 weeks).

4. Frequency Response (1 week).

5. Sinusoidal Power (1 week).

6. Three-Phase Circuits (1 week).

7. Laplace Transforms (1 week).

8. Typical Time Functions (1 week).

9. Inverse Laplace Transforms (1 week).

10. Two-Port Networks (1 week).

11. Fourier Analysis (2 weeks).

Class/Laboratory Schedule: Class meets twice per week; 75 minutes per session in lecture environment, coupled with a 50 minute recitation session once a week. Students must complete approximately ten homework assignments, problems assigned from the text.

Professional Component Contributions : Students learn how to approach real world problems; make assumptions, evaluate alternative solutions, design simple circuits. Students must also utilize knowledge of physics, mathematics and basic engineering sciences in order to effectively analyze a diverse set of problems.

Prepared by: Ron Hoelzeman

Date Prepared: February 14, 2005

 

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