COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT HANDBOOK

YEAR 4/M (FHEQ LEVEL 7)

ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DEGREE PROGRAMMES

PART TWO OF TWO (MODULE AND COURSE STRUCTURE)

2016/17

DISCLAIMER

The College has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that the information contained within this publication is accurate and up-to-date when published but can accept no responsibility for any errors or omissions.

The College reserves the right to revise, alter or discontinue degree programmes or modules and to amend regulations and procedures at any time, but every effort will be made to notify interested parties.

It should be noted that not every module listed in this handbook may be available every year, and changes may be made to the details of the modules.

You are advised to contact the College directly if you require further information.

The 2016/17 academic year begins on 26 September 2016

DATES OF 2016/17 TERMS

26 September 2016 – 16 December 2016

09 January 2017 – 07 April 2017

01 May 2017 – 16 June 2017

SEMESTER 1

26 September 2016 – 27 January 2017

SEMESTER 2

30 January 2017 – 16 June 2017

WELCOME

We would like to extend a very warm welcome to all students for the 2016/17 academic year and in particular, to those joining the College for the first time.

The University offers an enviable range of facilities and resources to enable you to pursue your chosen course of study whilst enjoying university life. In particular, the College of Engineering offers you an environment where you can develop and extend your knowledge, skills and abilities. The College has excellent facilities, offering extensive laboratory, workshop and IT equipment and support. The staff in the College, many of whom are world experts in their areas of interest, are involved in many exciting projects, often in collaboration with industry. The College has excellent links with industry, with many companies kindly contributing to the College’s activities through guest lectures and student projects. We have close links with professional engineering bodies and this ensures that our courses are in tune with current thinking and meet the requirements of graduate employers. All the staff are keen to provide a supportive environment for our students and we hope that you will take full advantage of your opportunities and time at Swansea.

We hope that you will enjoy the next academic session and wish you every success.

Professor Stephen GR Brown Head of the College of Engineering

Professor Cris Arnold Deputy Head of College and Director of Learning and Teaching

Professor Johann Sienz Deputy Head of College and Director of Innovation and Engagement

Professor Dave Worsley Deputy Head of College and Director of Research

IMPORTANT:

All Level 4/M modules have a pass mark of 50%

ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING PORTFOLIO DIRECTOR:Dr Petar Igic (p.igic@swansea.ac.uk), Room B204, Engineering East, Bay Campus, Ext. 2132

YEAR 4/M CO-ORDINATOR:Dr Petar Igic (p.igic@swansea.ac.uk), Room B204, Engineering East, Bay Campus, Ext. 2132

Should you require administrative support please visit Engineering Reception, open Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm and speak with a member of the Student Information Team who will be happy to help.

N. B. Please note that you will be assigned a Personal Tutor in Week 1.

Year 4 (FHEQ Level 7) 2016/17Electrical and Electronic Engineering

MEng Electronic and Electrical Engineering[H600,H606]

Coordinator: Dr P IgicCompulsory Modules

Optional ModulesChoose exactly 30 creditsChoose 30 credits from the options below

Semester 1 Modules Semester 2 ModulesEGLM00

Power Semiconductor Devices10 CreditsDr P Igic

EG-M47Entrepreneurship for Engineers

10 CreditsDr RJ Holness

EGLM02Advanced Power Electronics and Drives

10 CreditsDr Z Zhou

EGLM03Modern Control Systems

10 CreditsDr CP Jobling

EGLM05Advanced Power Systems

10 CreditsDr M Fazeli

EGLM06Energy and Power Electronics Laboratory

10 CreditsDr Z Zhou

EG-M62Group project

30 CreditsDr K Wada

Total 120 Credits

AT-M49 RF and Microwaves Dr A Mehta TB2 10AT-M51 Signals and Systems Dr P Loskot TB1 10AT-M56 Digital Communications Dr S Taccheo TB1 10AT-M76 Wireless Communications Dr P Loskot/Dr S Taccheo TB2 10AT-M79 Optical Networks Dr KM Ennser TB2 10AT-M80 Optical Communications Dr KM Ennser TB1 10EGLM01 Wide Band-gap Electronics Professor OJ Guy/Mr TGG Maffeis TB2 10EGNM01 Probing at the Nanoscale Dr RJ Cobley/Mr TGG Maffeis/Dr CJ Wright/.. TB1 10EGNM04 Nanoscale Structures and Devices Mr TGG Maffeis/Dr L Li/Dr KS Teng/.. TB2 10

Year 4 (FHEQ Level 7) 2016/17Electrical and Electronic EngineeringMEng Electronics with Computing Science[H6GK]

Coordinator: Dr P Igic

Semester 1 Modules Semester 2 ModulesAT-M80

Optical Communications10 Credits

Dr KM Ennser

AT-M79Optical Networks

10 CreditsDr KM Ennser

CS-M06Writing Mobile Apps

10 CreditsMr CJ Whyley

CSCM79Hardware and Devices

15 CreditsDr P Eslambolchilar

CSCM98Operating Systems and Architectures

15 CreditsDr B Mora

EG-M47Entrepreneurship for Engineers

10 CreditsDr RJ Holness

EG-M85Strategic Project Planning

10 CreditsDr K Wada

EGLM03Modern Control Systems

10 CreditsDr CP Jobling

EG-M62Group project

30 CreditsDr K Wada

EG-M63Research Dissertation

10 CreditsDr TN Croft

Total 130 Credits

Year 4 (FHEQ Level 7) 2016/17Electrical and Electronic Engineering

MEng Electronic Engineering with Nanotechnology[H614]

Coordinator: Dr P Igic

Semester 1 Modules Semester 2 ModulesEG-M85

Strategic Project Planning10 Credits

Dr K Wada

EG-M47Entrepreneurship for Engineers

10 CreditsDr RJ Holness

EGNM01Probing at the Nanoscale

10 CreditsDr RJ Cobley/Mr TGG Maffeis/Dr CJ Wright

EGLM01Wide Band-gap Electronics

10 CreditsProfessor OJ Guy/Mr TGG Maffeis

EGNM07Principles of Nanomedicine

10 CreditsProfessor OJ Guy

EGNM03Nanoscale Simulation

10 CreditsProfessor P Rees/Dr MR Brown

EGNM04Nanoscale Structures and Devices

10 CreditsMr TGG Maffeis/Dr L Li/Dr KS Teng

EGNM09Micro and Nano Electro-Mechanical Systems

10 CreditsDr L Li

EG-M62Group project

30 CreditsDr K Wada

Total 110 Credits

AT-M49 RF and MicrowavesCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)Module Aims: Enabling students to secure strong understanding of the current microwave and RF communicationtechnologies, both from the theoretical and experimental point of views.

Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures 24 hours

Course work lab demonstration 11 hoursOwn directed private study 65 hours

Lecturer(s): Dr A MehtaAssessment: Examination 1 (75%)

Coursework 1 (25%)Assessment Description: Examination and Coursework:

Examination (75%); 2 hour examination - Answer 3 out of 4 questions

Coursework (25%): This is an individual piece of coursework. It focuses on writing a 1500 word report on theexperimental investigations on single arm rectangular spiral antenna. The report should highlight the following:• Measurement of the antenna input impedance at the frequency of 3.3 GHz• Measurement of the reflection coefficient from 3-4 GHz• Measurement of the radiation pattern at 3.3 GHz.• How a VNA Works• How the Satimo Near Field Antenna Measurement facility worksModeration approach to main assessment: Second marking as sampling or moderationFailure Redemption: If rules allow - standard University provision with marks capped. Any failure redemption ofthis module will be by written examination only (100%).Assessment Feedback: Via internet with aid of college examination feedback system. Students are also encouragedto meet the academic for any specific feedback, if required.Module Content:• Modern applications of rf and microwaves• Transmission lines• Antennas• Smart Antennas• Waves• Components (Waveguides, RF switches and RF sources)Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module you should:• Understand the application of communication technology for various modern applications, e.g. RFIDs, Satcoms,RAY Gun, and UWB Cancer detection techniques, GPS, 60 GHz radios, etc.• Have an in-depth understanding of transmission line theory, associated equations, smith charts and line impedancetransformation.• Have a thorough understanding and analysis of different antenna types, their characteristics and their designparameters.• Have a detailed understanding of the operation of the smart antenna (phase array antenna) and array factor.• Understand the propagation of electromagnetic waves via various types of mediums.• Understand various microwave components such as waveguides, mixers, switches, circulators, couplers etc.Reading List: Pozar, David M, Microwave engineering / David M. Pozar, Wiley, 2004.ISBN: 9780471448785Pozar, David M, Microwave and RF design of wireless systems / David Pozar, Wiley, 2000.ISBN: 9780471322825Frenzel, Louis E, Principles of electronic communication systems / Louis E. Frenzel, McGraw-Hill, c2008.ISBN:9780073222783Balanis, Constantine A, Antenna theory : analysis and design / Constantine A. Balanis, Wiley-Interscience,c2005.ISBN: 9780471667827Additional Notes:• Notes, worked examples and related materials for this module can be found on Blackboard.• The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of all coursework andcontinuous assessment.

AT-M51 Signals and SystemsCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)Module Aims: The module aims to introduce and strengthen the advanced engineering mathematical and numericalskills as a prerequisite for other modules in the course. These skills are introduced through a systematic description ofsignals and systems by examining their models as well as properties.

Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures: 22 hours

Directed private study: 78 hoursLecturer(s): Dr P LoskotAssessment: Examination 1 (75%)

Assignment 1 (25%)Assessment Description: Examination and Coursework:

Examination 75% - Standard examination of 2 hours. Answer 3 out of 4 questions. Each question carries 25 marks.

Continuous Assessment (Assignment) 25%: This is an individual piece of coursework to assess numerical softwareskills for a selected signal processing problem.Moderation approach to main assessment: Second marking as sampling or moderationFailure Redemption: If rules allow - standard University provision with marks capped. Failure Redemption of thismodule will be by Examination (100%).Assessment Feedback: Continuous feedback during lectures and by emails, general feedback after examination.Module Content:• Continuous and discrete time deterministic signals in time and frequency domains.• Continuous time systems in time and frequency domains.• Probabilities, random variables, and random processes.• Basics of detection theory.Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module you should be able to:• Understand how to describe deterministic signals and systems in time and frequency domains.• Understand how to describe properties of random signals using probabilities, and other statistical characteristics.• Understand how to systems affect random signals.• Understand how to use numerical experiments to verify theoretical calculations.Reading List: Hsu, Hwei P. (Hwei Piao), Schaum's outline of signals and systems Hwei P. Hsu, McGraw-Hill,2014.ISBN: 0071829466Hsu, Hwei P, Schaum's outlines. Probability, random variables & random processes / Hwei P. Hsu, McGraw-Hill,c2011.ISBN: 9780071632898Hahn, Brian D, Essential MATLAB for engineers and scientists / Brian H. Hahn, Dan T. Valentine, Academic,c2010.ISBN: 9780123748836Valentine, D. T.Hahn, Brian D, ebrary, Inc, Essential MATLAB for engineers and scientists Brian D. Hahn andDaniel T. Valentine, Butterworth Heinemann, 2007.ISBN: 0750684178Additional Notes:• AVAILABLE TO visiting and exchange students.• The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of all coursework andcontinuous assessment.• Lecture notes, worked examples and past papers for this module can be found on Blackboard.

AT-M56 Digital CommunicationsCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)Module Aims: This module presents the basic theory needed and used to implement most of the modern opticalcommunication systems currently in use. It considers noise, optimum filtering, modulation formats and their optimalunder various constraints and the design of an optimum receiver. The module also gives an exposure into formationtheory, coding and coded modulation. It forms a good basis for communication system design and for possibleexposure into more specialized advanced topics in communication.Key focus will on digital communications including optimum receiver design, synchronization, channel capacity,spread spectrum and error detection/correctionsPre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures 20 hours

Directed private study80 hours

Lecturer(s): Dr S TaccheoAssessment: Examination (80%)

Coursework 1 (20%)Assessment Description: Assessment: examination (80%) and continuous assessment (20%)The examination is worth 80% of the module. 2 hour examination paper; Answer 3 out of 4 questions.Coursework will be answer to general questions on the first part of the program (Lectures 1-6) during a 2 weekwindow.Note: coursework mark will not be used in case of resit.Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: If rules allow - standard University provision with marks capped. Failure Redemption of thismodule will be by Examination only 100%. Note: coursework mark will not be used in case of resit.

For other issues, following university policy (see below):http://www.swan.ac.uk/registry/academicguide/assessmentissues/redeemingfailures/Assessment Feedback: For the examination, students will receive feedback through an Examination FeedbackSummary Sheet which provides both the statistics and analysis of each question.Coursework mark and solutions will be provided within two weeks.Module Content: Performance MetricsComparison of Analog/Digital CommunicationsSpectral Density and Statistic averageNoise in Communications and Ideal FiltersInformation theory & channel capacitysource codingmaximum likelihood receiverThe matched filterdigital signalling through band limited channelsIntended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module you should be able to:• Describe and identify the different binary transmission formats currently in use• Explain the concept of a matched filter and compute bit error rates• Evaluate and compare the performance of M-ary modulation schemes• Analyse and interpret signals in vector spaces• Design optimum receivers making use of likelihood concepts• Design a digital communication system taking typical impairments into account such as noise and fading• Describe the basic elements of information theory including entropy, coding and coded modulation.Reading List: Sklar, Bernard, Digital communications : fundamentals and applications / Bernard Sklar, Prentice-HallPTR, 2001.ISBN: 9780130847881Proakis, John G, Digital communications / John G. Proakis, Masoud Salehi, McGraw-Hill, 2008.ISBN:9780071263788Additional Notes:• The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of all coursework andcontinuous assessment.• Notes, worked examples and past papers for this module can be found on Blackboard.

AT-M76 Wireless CommunicationsCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)Module Aims: The module introduces statistical signal processing. Specifically, one third is devoted to introductionof estimating random and non-random parameters. The second-third of the module introduces convex optimization. Inthe last part, signal processing techniques are illustrated on problems in optical wireless communications.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules: AT-M51; AT-M56Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures 20 hours; Directed private study 80 hoursLecturer(s): Dr P Loskot, Dr S TaccheoAssessment: Coursework 1 (15%)

Examination (75%)Coursework 2 (10%)

Assessment Description:Coursework 1 25%: numerical experiments in estimation and convex optimization in Matlab

Coursework 2 10% students will be divided in week 6 into three groups to survey one of the following topics"Use of Optical Wireless as backbone in case of Natural Catastrophes""Use of drone-based optical wireless to cover rural areas""Optical Satellite Links"By week 9 each group will present their survey organizing a ppt presentation of 15 minutes made by all member of thegroup.Resit 100% Exam (coursework mark will not be used)

Examination: 75% Answer 3 out of 4 questionsModeration approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: If rules allow - standard University provisions with marks capped at 40%. Any re-examinationof this module will be by written examination only (100%).

For other issues, following university policy (see below):http://www.swan.ac.uk/registry/academicguide/assessmentissues/redeemingfailures/Assessment Feedback: During dedicated lecture, via email and during office hours.Module Content: • Models of continuous and discrete time systems• General parameter estimation• Linear parameter and signal estimation• Convex optimization• Applications in optical wireless communicationsIntended Learning Outcomes: After completing the module you should be able to:• understand models of linear time-invariant systems and filters• understand Laplace, Fourier and Z-transforms• understand MAP, ML, MMSE and other criteria for parameter estimation• understand estimation of random versus non-random parameters• understand estimation of parameters versus signals• understand how to recognize and solve some common optimization problems• understand the design principles of optical wireless links

Reading List: Hsu, Hwei P, Schaum's outlines. Probability, random variables & random processes / Hwei P. Hsu,McGraw-Hill, c2011.ISBN: 9780071632898Stephen Boyd and Lieven Vandenberghe, Convex Optimization, Cambridge University Press, 2004.ISBN:0521833783Steven M. Kay, Fundamentals of Statistical Signal Processing: Estimation Theory (Vol. 1) and Detection Theory (Vol.2), Prentice Hall, 2001.ISBN: 0130724106

Additional Notes: • AVAILABLE TO Visiting and Exchange students.

• The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of all coursework andcontinuous assessment.

• Notes, worked examples and past papers for this module can be found on Blackboard.

AT-M79 Optical NetworksCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)Module Aims: This module presents the essential element of modern optical networks, both in backbone andbroadband access scenarios. The module evaluates WDM, the most popular, bandwidth-rich contemporary approachand also others, including optical time multiplexing and photonic packet switching. Relevant client layers are covered.Key demonstrators and field hardened trials are also presented.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures 20 hours; preparation for assignment 30 hours; directly private study 50 hours.Lecturer(s): Dr KM EnnserAssessment: Examination (75%)

Other (25%)Assessment Description: The module is based on Examination (75%) and Continuous Assessment (25%).Zero Tolerance Penalty for late submission of Continuous Assessment. Late submissions are given Zero (0%) mark.Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: If rules allow - standard University provision with marks capped. Failure Redemption of thismodule will be by Examination only (100%).Assessment Feedback: The feedback is provided during lectures whenever possible or during office opening hours.Module Content:• Client layers of optical layer• Network elements and topologies• Local, Access and Metro Networks: Architecture and future trends• Photonic Packet Switching: Optical time division multiplexing (OTDM), photonic switching node design, broadcastOTDM networks and testbeds.• Testbed examplesIntended Learning Outcomes: After completing the module you should be able to:

• Understand different client layers• Evaluate different WDM network elements and topologies including broadcast-and-select and wavelength routingnetworks• Understand and design of optical local, access and metro networks• Analyse photonic packet switching networks and time domain optical networking approaches• Appraise the evolution of modern optical networks through the assessment of key network demonstrators and fieldimplementations.Reading List: Senior, John M, Optical fiber communications : principles and practice / John M. Senior ; assisted byM. Yousif Jamro, Financial Times/Prentice Hall, 2009.ISBN: 9780130326812Ramaswami, Rajiv, Optical networks: [print and electronic book] a practical perspective / Rajiv Ramaswami, KumarSivarajan and Galen Sasaki, Morgan Kaufmann, 2008.ISBN: 9780123740922Stern, Thomas E, Multiwavelength optical networks [electronic book]: architectures, design and control / Thomas E.Stern, Krishna Bala and George Ellinas, Cambridge University Press, 2008.ISBN: 9780511475894Additional Notes:• AVAILABLE TO to Visiting and Exchange students.• Notes, worked examples and past papers for this module can be found on Blackboard.• The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of all coursework andcontinuous assessment.

AT-M80 Optical CommunicationsCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)Module Aims: This module presents the essential element of modern optical communication systems based on singlemode optical fibres from the core to the access network. The module concentrated on the fundamental properties ofoptical fibres and the principles of operation of systems including WDM based high capacity transport networks. Themodule provides an introduction to modern WDM systems and modulation formats.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures: 25h

Private Study: 75 hLecturer(s): Dr KM EnnserAssessment: Examination 1 (75%)

Other (25%)Assessment Description:Exam = 75% Continuous Assessment = 25%Zero tolerance for late submission

Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: If rules allow - standard University provision with marks capped. Failure Redemption will beby Examination.Assessment Feedback: In the lectures and written reports on examModule Content:• Introduction to optical fibre technology• Enabling technologies: Laser sources and filters, couplers, isolators, circulators, optical multiplexers, opticalamplifiers, dispersion compensators.• Transmission systems: crosstalk, dispersion, fibre nonlinearities, noise and system sensitivity, link power budget,repeater spacing.• Wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) systems and key components• WDM amplifier and system design, coherent detection and polarisation multiplexing.Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing the module you should be able to:

• Understand the optical fibre technology and fundamentals• Evaluate the performance of various enabling technologies used in the modern optical networks• Design optical transmission systems taking into account cross talk, dispersion, fibre nonlinearities and noises• Evaluate transmission performance and link power budget• Operate key components required to develop a basic optical communication systems, and conduct experiments tocharacterise their performance.Reading List: Senior, John M, Optical fiber communications : principles and practice / John M. Senior ; assisted byM. Yousif Jamro, Financial Times/Prentice Hall, 2009.ISBN: 9780130326812Ramaswami, Rajiv, Optical networks: [print and electronic book] a practical perspective / Rajiv Ramaswami, KumarSivarajan and Galen Sasaki, Morgan Kaufmann, 2008.ISBN: 9780123740922Additional Notes: The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission ofcoursework and continuous assessment

CS-M06 Writing Mobile AppsCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)Module Aims: This module will introduce students to writing well-designed and functional apps for mobile devices.Special emphasis is placed on general design paradigms for mobile devices, taking into account limitations such asbattery life, limited memory and low user attention compared with desktop computers.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules: CS-306Format: 20 hours lecturesLecturer(s): Mr CJ WhyleyAssessment: Examination 1 (60%)

Coursework 1 (40%)Assessment Description: Standard Computer Science format unseen examination, duration 2hrs. All questions shouldbe attempted.Coursework - programming assignment to build an Android application.Moderation approach to main assessment: Second marking as sampling or moderationFailure Redemption: Resit examination and/or resubmit assignment as appropriate.Assessment Feedback: Outline solutions provided along with group and individual analytical feedback forcourseworks.Examination feedback summarising strengths and weaknesses of the class.Module Content: Brief history of mobile appsBasics of Android Programming - Java for Android and the Android SDK - Android development environmentsComponents of an Android Application - Activities - Intents - Tasks - ResourcesAndroid User Interfaces and Views - GUIs in Android - The MVC model in Android - Event handling - GraphicsData Persistence - Databases - SerialisationMessaging and NetworkingLocation Services - Accessing and using location information - Maps and working with mapping servicesIntended Learning Outcomes: 1.Students will learn how to design and implement Android apps using the standardAPIs, paradigms and frameworks for the platform.

2.Students will learn the interface and communications paradigms for mobile applications on small-screen deviceswith non-traditional IO, in the particular context of Android application development.

3.Students will learn the skills associated with developing applications targetted on mobile systems by means ofdevice simulators, and deploying them to the actual hardware.

4.Students will be exposed to the history of mobile apps.Reading List: Meier, Retoebrary, Inc, Professional Android 4 application development Reto Meier, Wiley/[Wrox],2012.ISBN: 1118223853Additional Notes: Updated July 2014. Only available to students studying a Computer Science degree.

CSCM79 Hardware and DevicesCredits: 15 Session: 2016/17 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)Module Aims: This module encourages students to explore the advanced literature and research results underpinningthe field of interaction technologies and ubiquitous user-interface development. Students are expected to achieve aclear view of the ‘cutting edge’ and issues in the field.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: 10-12 hours lectures, 24 hours lab; 4-6 hours lab assessment.Lecturer(s): Dr P EslambolchilarAssessment: Examination 1 (50%)

Coursework 1 (25%)Coursework 2 (25%)

Assessment Description: Standard Computer Science format unseen examination, duration 2hrs.Two practical assignments.Moderation approach to main assessment: Second marking as sampling or moderationFailure Redemption: Resit examination and/or resubmit coursework(s) as appropriateAssessment Feedback: Outline solutions provided along with group and individual analytical feedback forcourseworks.Examination feedback summarising strengths and weaknesses of the class.Individual feedback on submissions from lecturer and/or demonstrators in laboratorysessions.Module Content: - Ubiquitous computing and tangible user interfaces- Interfacing with the real world using sensors and actuators with Arduino/Phidgets/Kinect- Mobile phone sensing, e.g. camera/location/orientation- Processing sensor dataIntended Learning Outcomes: Thorough knowledge of variety of hardware and I/O devices.Ability to build interactive hardware interfaces and programming them.In-depth knowledge of non-standard devices in various hardware platforms.Reading List: Thimbleby, Harold, Press on: principles of interaction programming, MIT Press, 2007.ISBN:9780262201704Milette, GregStroud, Adam, Professional android sensor programming Greg Milette, John Wiley & Sons, 2012.ISBN:111822745XSome papers published in the proceedings of Mobile HCI .Some papers published in Tangible Embedded Interaction Conf .Some papers published in the Ubiquitous Computing (UbiComp) Conf.Additional Notes: This module can only accommodate a limited students in the lab and the enrollment is on a first-come-first-enrolled basis. The precise number of places is defined in the 'Student Capacity' field of this catalogueentry.

Students who are enrolled in this module MUST have strong programming skills specially in OO programming.

This module is only available for level-M students i.e. MEng and students enrolled in Advanced Computer Sciencemaster programmes.

Updated July 2015

CSCM98 Operating Systems and ArchitecturesCredits: 15 Session: 2016/17 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)Module Aims: This module gives an overview of current and future processor architectures, operating systems andbasic concurrency problems. It intends to teach most details of the developing environment that must be taken intoconsideration when developing efficient softwarePre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: 20 hours lectures, 10 hours lab.Lecturer(s): Dr B MoraAssessment: Examination 1 (70%)

Assignment 1 (30%)Assessment Description: Standard Computer Science format unseen examination, duration 2hrs.Practical assignment.Moderation approach to main assessment: Second marking as sampling or moderationFailure Redemption: Resit exam and/or resubmit assignment as appropriate.Assessment Feedback: Outline solutions provided along with group and individual analytical feedback forcourseworks.Examination feedback summarising strengths and weaknesses of the class.Individual feedback on submissions from lecturer and/or demonstrators in laboratory sessions.Module Content: * Operating Systems in general (Scheduler, Virtual Memory, Multi-tasking). - Kernel calls. - Resource management. - Memory management. - Paging and virtual memory. - File Systems - Processes and threads management

* Architectures - Registers+ALU - Caches, cache lines and cache levels. - Cache trashing. - MMU - TLB - RAM Latency and throughput - SIMD units - SIMD Programming SSE,AVX, AVX-512 - Dedicated processor instructions.

* Concurrency and issues - Definition of core concepts including race conditions, deadlocks, starvation, critical sections. - Standard concurrency problems and solutions - Some standard techniques including software based locks, mutexes and semaphores, atomic instructions, barriers.

* Distributed systems - Distributed locks. - Distributed file systems. - Distributed clocks and time stamping. - Cloud computing. - Map/reduce algorithm.

Intended Learning Outcomes: Students will have a thorough understanding of:- Current and future processor architectures.- The role of an Operating System, especially on the multithreading and memory management aspects.- The issues associated with parallel programming and know some standard solutions.- How to produce better code when programming parallel architectures.- Cloud and distributed systems.

Reading List: Stallings, William, Operating systems : internals and design principles, Pearson, 2012.ISBN:9780273751502Stallings, William, Computer organization and architecture : designing for performance, Prentice Hall, 2010.ISBN:9780135064177Additional Notes: Available to visiting and exchange students.

EG-M47 Entrepreneurship for EngineersCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)Module Aims: To show the concepts/characteristic behind Enterprise and Entrepreneurs and to demonstrate the skillsallowing an individual or group to operate succesfully in an Entrepreneurial manner in a personal start-up or corporatebusiness environment.

Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures/Workshops - 22 hours

Open door tutorials/workshops - 8 hoursDirected private study 70 hours

Lecturer(s): Dr RJ HolnessAssessment: Group Work - Coursework (80%)

Coursework 1 (20%)Assessment Description: The group assignment will require application of the concepts of entrepreneurship. Theassignment will require the delivery of a presentation and the submission of a lean canvas business plan andsupporting documents.

The individual assignment will consist of a 800 word essay.Moderation approach to main assessment: Partial second markingFailure Redemption:Exam resits according to university regulations.100% coursework.Assessment Feedback: Continous group feedback on "out-comes" of workshops, after submission of course work 1,after completion of presentation and at request during open-tutorials.Module Content: What is an entrepreneur and why enterprise matters; the six dimensions of entrepreneurship,structure and presentation of opportunities, sources and structure of finance, people and teams.

How enterprise is managed internationally, managing early and long-term growth, harvesting and buy-out, sustainingthe flow of ideas within a company, case-studies.Intended Learning Outcomes: Define Enterprise and EntrepreneurshipUnderstand that Entrepreneuship is equally valid in a Corporate environment as in a "start-up" businessBe able to demonstrate how opportunities/ideas can be identified/generatedAnalyse the role of people and what makes a winning teamBe able to contruct a lean canvas business plan and suitable supporting docsUnderstand the myriad sources of finance that can be employed in BusinessDiscuss a case history that lead to successUnderstand that failure can and probably will occur and how to deal with it

Reading List: Mastering enterprise : your single-source guide to becoming an entrepreneur / edited by Sue Birley,Daniel F. Muzyka, FT/Pitman, 1997.ISBN: 0273630318Bridge, Simon, Understanding enterprise : entrepreneurship and small business / Simon Bridge, Ken O'Neill & FrankMartin, Palgrave Macmillan, 2009.ISBN: 9780230552708Additional Notes: The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of allcoursework and continuous assessment

Related assignments are used to assess this module.

EG-M62 Group projectCredits: 30 Session: 2016/17 Semester 1 and 2 (Sep-Jun Taught)Module Aims: This Level M module enables students to participate in a group activity involving a multi-disciplinaryapproach to achieve a solution to a specific design problem. In most instances it will involve either direct interactionwith industry or will be an industrially-related project. Issues other than providing a purely technical solution to theproblem will have to be considered in order to achieve a satisfactory outcome to the project.Pre-requisite Modules: EG-353Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Group allocation and team building at start of the project followed by practical sessions group and

individual work, meetings with Industrialists as arranged. At least 6 meetings per session with academicand industrial supervisors.

Lecturer(s): Dr K WadaAssessment: Other (100%)Assessment Description: Assessment will be, as a baseline, 50% for the group and 50% for the individual'scontribution to the group. Individual contribution to the project will be assessed by the supervisor (e.g. on the basis ofa) individual concept development and report, b) 'time management' project leader reports, and c) end-of-termpresentations; or interviewing the team members individually to check on each student's contributions to the project;and/or adopting the peer review assessment to moderate the group mark).

The actual breakdown of marks within these broad categories is discipline specific (i.e. Civil Engineering, MechanicalEngineering/Product Design Engineering/Materials Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electronic and ElectricalEngineering). The discipline specific information on assessment criteria will be provided by the respective disciplinespecific coordinators.Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal non-blind double markingFailure Redemption: Repeat failed moduleAssessment Feedback: Feedback will be given by supervisors as regular part of meetings with students. Formalwritten feedback will be provided on the assessed parts of the project.Module Content: Formulating a full design specification that meets all the likely requirements throughout theworking life of the 'product'. Consideration of aspects such as: material selection, safety and environmental impact,sustainability, health and safety, maintenance and serviceability, also fitness for purpose and cost implications.Production of a construction/manufacturing/assembly strategy. Consideration of Economic Considerations/BusinessPlan.

Projects in each discipline will introduce additional constraints as reflected in statutory and industry norms and mayhave slightly different requirements. Discipline specific briefings will be provided in such cases.Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module students should be able to:• Demonstrate a knowledge and comprehensive understanding of the 'total design' process and management skills inrelation to decision-making and business development in a typical group environment.• Demonstrate self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems, and act autonomously in planning andimplementing tasks at a professional or equivalent level.• Deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively, make sound engineering judgements in the absence ofcomplete data, and communicate their conclusions clearly.• Plan for effective project implementation. This includes an ability to: - Identify the factors affecting the project implementation - Lead on preparing and agreeing implementation plans and method statements• Plan, budget, organise, direct and control tasks, people and resources to deliver a project. This includes an ability to: - Agree quality standards, programme and budget - Organise and lead work teams, coordinating project activities - Ensure that variations from quality standards, programme and budgets are identified, and that corrective action istakenReading List:Additional Notes: The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of allcoursework and continuous assessment.NOT AVAILABLE to visiting and exchange students.

Generic information and discipline specific information (i.e. Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering/ProductDesign Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electronic and Electrical Engineering) will be posted on Blackboard.

EG-M63 Research DissertationCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 1 and 2 (Sep-Jun Taught)Module Aims: To enhance student’s ability to review state of the art on a given topic and formulate his/her thoughtsin clear and concise way in the form of a dissertation. .Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures 3 hours

Dissertation supervision: 7 hoursDirected private study : 90 hours

Lecturer(s): Dr TN CroftAssessment: Presentation (10%)

Other (90%)Assessment Description: In semester one the students are expect to identify a set of papers related to theirdissertation topic. At the end of the semester they will deliver a 15 minute presentation. The presentation shouldcontain an introduction to their topic leading to a description of the focus of their final dissertation. It should alsocontain brief details of how the search for the papers was carried out. In addition to the presentation the students areexpected to document containing tabulated details of their search and a 100 word description of the research topic.

The final dissertation is assessed by two examiners and the weighting on this assessment is 90%. Students must alsoattend a 30 minute oral examination to defend their dissertation. Failure to attend the oral examination may result in azero mark for the dissertation.

Candidates enrolled on MSc Communication Engineering will be divided in small group to work and discuss theissues but delivery of individual presentation and final coursework is required.Marks will consider by 70% presentation and technical contents. The following 30% will subdivide asConsideration of social context and ethics: 10%Consideration of commercial context including risk:10%Consideration of sustainable development issues:10%Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal non-blind double markingFailure Redemption: An opportunity to redeem failures will be available within the rules of the University. Theredemption assessment will be through a resubmission of the dissertation and an interview. This will form 100% ofthe module mark.Assessment Feedback: Students will receive feedback at the end of the semester 1 assessement. Individual feedbackwill also be given on draft dissertations before submission, as well as during meetings with the supervisor. Studentscan also ask for a feedback at the end of the oral examination.Module Content: The projects will be closely linked to the research interests of the members of academic staff andthe students are encouraged to discuss these projects with the academic staff involved. Students are also encouraged tosuggest their own topics.Having selected a suitable topic(s) and been allocated a project, the student will be given some basic information anda starting point (which may be in the form of a recent paper, article, textbook, website etc). He/she is then expected touse a wide range of source of reference material to study the topic and become fully familiar with currentdevelopments.Finally, the work is presented in the form of a dissertation (25 pages maximum excluding references and appendix (ifany), one and half line spacing, Times New Roman, 11 pt) and oral presentation, which will be assessed by theSupervisor and a second marker.Intended Learning Outcomes: You should be able to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of:The 'literature review process', at a research level, using a wide range of sources and references.

Learning outcomes in the context of Engineering Accreditation Board (EAB):

EAB:US1m: A comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles of own specialisation and related disciplines.EAB:US 4m: An awareness of developing technologies related to own specialisation.EAB: E1m: Ability to use fundamental knowledge to investigate new and emerging technologies.EAB: P1m: A thorough understanding of current practice and its limitations and some appreciation of likely newdevelopments

Reading List:Additional Notes: ZERO TOLERANCE FOR COURSEWORK DEADLINES.

Failure to sit an examination or submit work by the specified date will result in a mark of 0% being recorded.

Materials engineering students may have different submission deadlines as compared to other students enrolled on thismodule.

Assessment: Research dissertation and oral examination.

Available to visiting and exchange students.

Note: Dr Stefano Taccheo is responsible for the candidates enrolled on MSc Communication EngineeringCandidates enrolled on MSc Communication Engineering will focus on the investigation of the economic, social andenvironmental issues associated with new technologies being developed to extend internet access to remote regionsDescription: Global companies including Google and Facebook are working on new innovative methods to extendinternet access to remote regions and communities around the globe. Write a report on these developments with adetailed examination of the economic, social and environmental issues surrounding them including the business case,risk, associated ethical issues, sustainability issues.

EG-M85 Strategic Project PlanningCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)Module Aims: At the end of this course students will be able to recognise and define the key characteristics andcomponents of a project, understand the advantages/disadvantages associated with the management of both small andlarge projects, and have an appreciation of the strategic tools and techniques available to enable "Effective ProjectManagement" leading to high performance team. These skills will be reinforced by the completion of a group projectto produce an initial feasibility report (e.g. project plan document) for a major new project.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures and case studies 12 hours

Project Monitoring 8 hours (project briefing, project update and presentations)Private Study 80 hours (completion of project work, exam preparation)

Lecturer(s): Dr K WadaAssessment: Examination 1 (50%)

Coursework 1 (50%)Assessment Description: Coursework 1 is a group project allocated during the lecture series. Examination 1 is astandard College of Engineering examination.Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: Examination retake [100%] in the August supplementary period.Assessment Feedback: Informal feedback is given during lectures, examples classes, group presentations, and atgroup work meetings. Formal feedback is given via standard College of Engineering feedback protocols.Module Content: 1) Lectures: series of lectures will be conducted to cover fundamentals of strategy and projectmanagement. Various tools and techniques used by project managers at large in the industry will be demonstratedwith figures/diagrams/tables and further elaborated through relevant examples. Eight lectures are planned, subject tochange considering students' needs.[Lecture 1] An introduction to Strategic Project Planning. Why do we need Project Management?[Lecture 2] The Project Manager, Team and Organisation[Lecture 3] Planning the Project[Lecture 4] Budgeting & Risk Management[Lecture 5] Planning, Monitoring & Control[Lecture 6] Project Evaluation & Termination[Lecture 7] Time management & Jung's Theory[Lecture 8] Revision (part 1 & 2)

2) Case study: internal/external guest speaker(s) will be invited to give talks on some of the topics on projectmanagement, an hour session each.

3) Project briefing and update: information on CA (including but not limited to project titles, group allocation, projectmanager/assistant manager nominations, marking scheme, report format, and presentation arrangement) will beannounced during these sessions. Frequently asked questions (FAQs) will be answered in the meantime.

4) Group work and Presentation: dedicated hours will be provided for the group work (i.e. dealing with CA task). Nolectures during these sessions. With regard to CA, dedicated time slots will be arranged for the final presentation.Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module students should be able to:1. Recognise and define a project.2. Figure out an optimum balance among the three-fold spectrum of Scope (quality), Cost (budget) and Time(schedule). This is a fundamental of project management.3. Comprehensively understand the nature of both small and large projects, the issues related to both scales and thetools available to manage the project. Critically evaluate and apply the tools effectively in projects.4. Plan a project by understanding the key work elements required and assembling them in to a project road map.5. Demonstrate an understanding of the role of a project manager: i) understand the team members' characteristic andtheir needs; ii) delegate project activities and find a way to build high performance team; and iii) understand andevaluate business, customer and user needs.6. Produce a comprehensive project plan containing the project aims, expected timelines, estimated costs, key risks tosuccess.

Reading List: Meredith, Jack R, Project management in practice / Jack R. Meredith [and three others], Wiley,[2014].ISBN: 9781118674666Project management in practice / Samuel J. Mantel... [et al.], Wiley, 2001.ISBN: 0471371629Kerzner, Harold; ebrary, Inc, Project management case studies / Harold Kerzner, John Wiley & Sons, Inc, 2013.ISBN:9781118022283Watson, Mike, Managing smaller projects : a practical guide / Mike Watson, Multi-Media Publications, 2006.ISBN:9781895186857Lock, Dennis, The essentials of project management / Dennis Lock, Gower, 2007.ISBN: 9780566088056Additional Notes: Penalty for late submission of work: ZERO TOLERANCE.Available to visiting and exchange students wishing to enhance project management skills.

Office hours, lecture notes and other teaching materials will be posted on Blackboard.

EGLM00 Power Semiconductor DevicesCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)Module Aims: The construction of System-On-Chip is an ultimate goal of the electronics industry because of thesignificant cost-performance benefits that it offers. The aim of this module is to describe the increasing importance ofpower electronics technology in efficient energy management and reduction of the carbon emission. The operation ofadvanced power semiconductor devices, the technologies that facilitate their manufacture and applications in systemswill be discussed.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Formal contact hours: 20 hours

Directed private study: 80 hoursLecturer(s): Dr P IgicAssessment: Coursework 1 (30%)

Coursework 2 (70%)Assessment Description: Module is laboratory based. Laboratory classes are compulsory. Students must attend atleast 80% of the laboratory classes in order to be allowed to be assessed for the module. Assessment method includescoursework. Coursework has two components.

First component of 30% weighting relates to students undertaking desktop research and then preparing a written reporton a particular topic related to renewable energy and/or energy efficient electronics.

Second component of 70% weighting is based on the student work in the semiconductor device and technologymodelling laboratory. After finishing their modelling task, students are asked to produce a written report having atleast 3 sections: Section 1 will discuss background physics of the device under investigation; Section 2 will presentSILVACO input file used to accomplish the simulation task; Section 3 will present and discuss modelling results.

Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: Module is laboratory based.Laboratory classes are compulsory. Students must attend at least 80% of the laboratory classes in order to be allowedto be assessed for the module. Assessment methods may include laboratory reports, logbooks, practicaldemonstrations and oral examinations.

Failure redemption:If a student attends the required number of laboratory classes, but he/she fails to submit the coursework or does notobtain a pass mark, he/she will be allowed to resubmit failed coursework components in August (submission deadlineto be decided by the module lecturer).

If a student attends at least 40% of the laboratory classes, he/she will be asked to attend extra laboratory classesbetween 1 July and 15 August (the exact class dates/times to be announced by module lecturer before 1 July of thecurrent academic year) and then he/she will be allowed to submit the coursework in August (the submission deadlineto be decided by the module lecturer).

If student attends less than 40% of the laboratory classes, he/she will be asked to repeat the module in the nextacademic year (automatic fail). ’

Assessment Feedback: Students will receive a generic form that explains what common mistakes should be avoidedin future. Positive practice will also be highlighted.Individually, students can make appointments with the lecturer to receive specific individual feedback on assignments.

Module Content:• Power electronics and energy management in the New Millennium• Semiconductor fundamentals• Bipolar devices• Power MOSFET• TCAD and circuit oriented modelling of the semiconductor technology and power devices• Power integrated circuit and system on Chip technologies• RESURF and super-junction devices• Power electronics applicationsIntended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module students should be able to demonstrate a detailedknowledge and advanced understanding of:

• Bulk silicon and SOI power electronics technologies;• Bipolar and unipolar semiconductor power devices;• Breakdown voltage and ON-resistance of the semiconductor devices;• Vertical and lateral power semiconductor device concepts;

An ability to:• Perform FE numerical simulation of semiconductor devices and interpret results correctly;• Analyse DC and transient characteristics of the device;• Design electronic device suitable for System on Chip applications;• Study independently; use library resources;• Effectively take notes and manage working time.Reading List: Baliga, B. Jayant, Modern power devices / B. Jayant Baliga, Krieger, 1992.ISBN: 0894647997Taylor, P.D, Thyristor Design and Realisation, Wiley, 1986.ISBN: 0 471 93572 7Sze, S. M, Physics of semiconductor devices / S. M. Sze, Wiley, c1981.Sze, S. M, Physics of semiconductor devices [electronic resource] / S.M. Sze and Kwok K. Ng, Wiley-Interscience,c2007.ISBN: 9780470068304Benda, VıteÌzslav, Power semiconductor devices : theory and applications / VıteÌzslav Benda, John Gowar andDuncan Grant, Wiley, 1999.ISBN: 047197644xProceedings of the ... International Symposium on Power Semiconductor Devices & ICs : ISPSD, Institute ofElectrical Engineers of Japan, -c1996.Smart Power ICs : technologies and applications / B. Murari, F. Bertotti, G.A. Vignola, eds. ; contributions byAndreini A. ... [et al.], Springer, 2002.ISBN: 9783540432388Additional Notes: Power semiconductor technology is a key enabling technology leading to more efficient powerconversion. Historically, the development of electronic power devices can be traced to the early 1950s when thyristorscapable of operating at high current and voltages were introduced. In the years to come, the most importantdevelopment has been the introduction of power devices with high-input-impedance gate such as VDMOSFETs andIGBTs. This allowed a large reduction in system size and cost, leading to many new application for power electronicsin domestic appliances and automotive and aviation electronics, for example.

EGLM01 Wide Band-gap ElectronicsCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)Module Aims: State-of-the-art materials and technology will be considered with emphasis on diamond silicon carbide& gallium nitride. The course will cover everything from materials growth through device processing technology, todevices and applications. Current commercial devices and anticipated devices will be highlighted and discussed.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: 26 h lecture

4 h pc labLecturer(s): Professor OJ Guy, Mr TGG MaffeisAssessment: Examination 1 (80%)

Coursework 1 (10%)Coursework 2 (5%)Group Work - Coursework (5%)

Assessment Description: Examination: (Written examination) 80% and 20% Continuous Assessment (Coursework)

Examination: 2 Hour examination, Answer 3 questions out of 4. Each question worth 25 marksCourse work components:Coursework 1: (Dr. Maffeis) Problem sheet (exam type questions): Assessment in March - worth 10%. This is anindividual piece of coursework.Coursework 2: (Prof. Guy) Problem sheet (exam type questions): Assessment in April - worth 5%. This is anindividual piece of coursework.Groupwork Coursework: (Prof. Guy) Group presentations - powerpoint presentations given by small groups on courserelated topics: Assessment in April - worth 5%. This coursework is conducted and assessed in groups.Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: If rules allow - standard University provisions with marks capped. Any re-examination of thismodule will be by written examination only (100%).Assessment Feedback:• Written feedback on formal exam.• Oral feedback on CA.Module Content:• Introduction to wide band-gap materials: structure and material properties of diamond, silicon carbide & galliumnitride• Materials Growth• Electronic properties and applications• Basic requirements of power devices• Types of wide bandgap devices• Diodes: Schottky diodes & PiN diodes• Field Effect Transistors (FETs): MOSFETs, MESFETs• Device processing technology: Material analysis, Contact formation, Implantation, Dielectrics, Etching• Device design and simulation; Device testing & characterisation; State of the art device technology• Electronic materials for renewable energy generation• Solar power and photo-voltaics

Intended Learning Outcomes: After the completion of this module the student should be able to demonstratedetailed knowledge and advanced understanding of:

• The advantages and disadvantages of using new semiconductor materials.• Techniques to verify the electronic properties of devices.• Techniques for design and fabrication of devices.• The energy efficiency advantages of using advanced materials.• How new materials can be used in renewable energy generation.

An ability to (thinking skills):• Develop non-standard simulation methods for the solution of special engineering problems.• How to assess the worth of calculated or theoretically based solutions.• Identify the key differences between simulation and experiment• How to design and fabricate devices.An ability to (practical skills):• Understand in great detail practical implications of different semiconductor materials on device performances, whyand when they work, and fabricate and test basic devices.• Integrate a device into a basic circuit and characterise its performance, having the ability to interpret and analyse thedata.

An ability to (key skills):• Study independently; use library resources; effectively take notes and manage working time.

Students should develop an advanced understanding of semiconductor materials & devices. An emphasis will beplaced on the fabrication processes used to develop such electronic devices. Students will learn about 'state of the art'devices and processing techniques. Numerical simulation techniques for device design will be studied. Electronicmaterials such as plastic electronics will also be assessed. Renewable energy generation using solar and biofuels willbe investigated.Reading List: Dimitrijev, Sima, Principles of semiconductor devices / Sima Dimitrijev, Oxford University Press,2006.ISBN: 0195161130Cooke, M. J, Semiconductor devices / M.J. Cooke, Prentice Hall, 1990.ISBN: 0138061831Process technology for silicon carbide devices / edited by Carl-Mikael Zetterling, INSPEC, c2002.ISBN:9780852969984Silicon carbide : recent major advances / edited by W.J. Choyke, H. Matsunami, G. Pensl, Springer, cop. 2004.ISBN:9783540404583Additional Notes:• There is a zero tolerance towards late submission of coursework.

• Advanced semiconductor materials like diamond, silicon carbide and gallium nitrate are necessary to increase energyefficiency of electronic devices to reduce carbon emissions. These new materials are expected to replace silicon inaerospace, energy and automotive (hybrid electric vehicles) sectors in the near future.

EGLM02 Advanced Power Electronics and DrivesCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)Module Aims: This module introduces advanced circuit topologies of power electronics systems for high powerapplications; the power quality issues will also be addressed by covering passive and active power filters, front endactive circuit topologies and harmonic standards. An introduction to modern variable speed ac and dc drives forindustrial applications will also be introduced.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures: 22 hours

Example classes: 4 hoursDirected private study: 74 hours

Lecturer(s): Dr Z ZhouAssessment: Assignment 1 (20%)

Examination 1 (80%)Assessment Description: Assessment: examination (80%) and continuous assessment (20%)

The examination is worth 80% of the module. 2 hour examination paper; Answer 3 out of 4 questions. Each questionanswered will be worth 33.3%. The examination topics will be those presented directly in the lectures.

The continuous assessment is worth 20% of the module. This is based on an assignment related to analysis of powerelectronics circuits for high power applications.Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: If rules allow - standard University provisions with marks capped. Any re-examination of thismodule will be by written examination only (100%).Assessment Feedback: For the examination the students will receive an examination feedback summary sheet givingdetails of the common mistakes that were identified from the assessed exam scripts. It also lists the maximum,minimum and mean marks for each question and the number of students attempting it. Feedback specific to eachquestion is additionally provided to aid the students.

For the continuous assessment, the students will receive feedback giving details of the common mistakes that wereidentified from the submitted coursework. Individually students can make an appointment with the lecturer to receiveindividual feedback on the assignment if this is required.

Module Content:• Power circuit topologies for renewable energy systems• Multi level converters for high power applications• Power quality issues at the Point of Common Coupling (PCC)• Passive and Active Power Filters• Harmonic Standards, IEEE-519 and ER G5/4 recommendations• An introduction to ac and dc drivesIntended Learning Outcomes: After completing the module you should be able to:Design:• Power electronics circuit topologies for medium power applications including renewable energy systems andelectrical ac/dc drives• Multi-Level converters for high power applications• Passive and Active Power FiltersAnalyse:• Power electronics circuit topologies for medium to high power applications including renewable energy systems andac/dc drives• Active and passive filters• Harmonic content of systems and compliance to International standardsReading List: Mohan, Ned, Power electronics : converters, applications, and design / Ned Mohan, Tore M. Undeland,William P. Robbins, Wiley, c2003.ISBN: 0471226939Hodge, B. K, Alternative energy systems and applications / B.K. Hodge, Wiley, c2010.ISBN: 9780470142509Additional Notes: • AVAILABLE TO visiting and exchange students

EGLM03 Modern Control SystemsCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)Module Aims: This module introduces ideas in modern control systems and their applications.

Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Formal contact hours: 30; Reading/private study: 50; Preparation for assessment: 20Lecturer(s): Dr CP JoblingAssessment: Coursework 1 (10%)

Coursework 2 (15%)Coursework 3 (5%)Examination 1 (70%)

Assessment Description:Coursework 1 is a Simulink Modelling Exercise to be done in pairs.Coursework 2 is a Control Systems Design Problem to be tacked in groups of 4-5 using Matlab, the Control Systems,Toolbox and Simulink with a submission of a report. The marks of this exercise will be moderated with PeerAssessment.Coursework 3 is the development of multiple choice questions in PeerWise which are to be used to support peerteaching, peer learning and peer collaboration.The June Examination will be a standard engineering paper consisting of 3 questions from 4 at 25 marks per question.The exam is worth 70% of the module marks.Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption:If rules allow - standard University provisions with marks capped. Normally this would be by examination, although ifno contribution has been made to the continuous assessment components, a repeat module decision may be required.Assessment Feedback: In class feedback is used throughout the course both with audience response systems andPostIt notes for queries and questions. There is also a discussion board on Blackboard that can be used to elicitinformation from the lecturer. Feedback on the modelling exercise is done using video screencasting supported by theRubric Tool and the individual feedback feature of the Blackboard gradecentre. Feedback on the Group DesignExercise is via Blackboard and makes use of the rubric tool and the gradecentre individual feedback feature. Feedbackon the PeerWise assessment is exclusively peer feedback, the mark for this exercise simply rewards "engagement".Feedback on the examination is via the standard engineering examination feedback form which will be posted onBlackboard and the College Intranet. The Blackboard announcement tool is used for general feedback on all aspects ofthe formal and informal feedback for the module.Module Content: This module will be focussed on the study of a particular control problem:• Modelling: single-input single output (SISO) systems, revision of transfer functions, state-space modelling,nonlinear systems, multiple-input multiple-output (MIM0) systems.• Simulation: simulation as a design tool, continuous systems simulation, discrete event systems, simulation of digitalsystems, simulation of mixed continuous and discrete systems.• Design: Control system performance specification and achievement of performance specification by dynamiccompensation.• Digital systems and the z-transform. Digital compensation: digital to continuous equivalence, direct digital design.• State space methods: modeling, transformations, pole-placement methods of control, construction and use ofobservers. Linear Quadratic Regulator.• Applications (study for coursework): motor drives, mechatronics, aerospace flight control, process monitoring andcontrol.Intended Learning Outcomes:At the end of the course student should be able to:• Model a system in the Aerospace, Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical Engineering domains and run simulations.• Analyse the linearized models for such systems and devise a control strategy based on conventional or state-spacemethods.• Implement such control systems as digital controllers.

Reading List: D'Azzo, John Joachim, Linear control system analysis and design with MATLAB / John J. D'Azzo andConstantine H. Houpis, Stuart N. Sheldon, M. Dekker, c2003.ISBN: 0824740386Control Systems.Dr Chris P. Jobling, Control Systems Design (Handout).Norman S. Nise, Case Studies from Nise , John Wiley, 2011.Prof. Bill Messner at Carnegie Mellon, Prof. Dawn Tilbury at the University of Michigan, Control Tutorials forMatlab and Simulink.Nise, Norman S, Control systems engineering / Norman S. Nise, John Wiley & Sons, Inc, 2011.ISBN:9780470646120Dorf, Richard C, Modern control systems / Richard C. Dorf, Robert H. Bishop, Addison-Wesley, c1998.ISBN:0201308649Calculus.Linear Algebra.Signals and Systems.Digital Signal Processing.DiStefano, Joseph J, Schaum's outline of theory and problems of feedback and control systems / Joseph J. DiStefano,III, Allen R. Stubberud, Ivan J. Williams, McGraw-Hill, c1995.ISBN: 9780070170520Franklin, Gene F, Feedback control of dynamic systems / Gene F. Franklin, J. David Powell, Abbas Emami-Naeini,Addison-Wesley, 1986.Franklin, Gene F, Digital control of dynamic systems / Gene F. Franklin, J. David Powell, Michael L. Workman,Addison Wesley, 1998.ISBN: 0201820544Prof. Jonathan P. How, Prof. Emilio Frazoli, Feedback Control Systems/MIT Course Number 16.30-16.31.Additional Notes:• AVAILABLE TO visiting and exchange students.• This module makes full use of the e-learning support tools provided by Blackboard.• The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of coursework andcontinuous assessment.

EGLM05 Advanced Power SystemsCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)Module Aims: This module will study Power Networks control including active power-frequency control, voltage-reactive power control and fault analysis. Integration of Renewable resources (including wind and solar) within thegrid will be also discussed, which leads to the introduction of of distributed generation, microgrids and smart grids.Pre-requisite Modules: EG 241; EG 342Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lecture 20-22 Hours

Example 4-6 HoursPrivate Study 72 Hours

Lecturer(s): Dr M FazeliAssessment: Examination (100%)Assessment Description:• A single 2 hour closed-book written examination .Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: If rules allow - standard University provisions with marks capped. Any re-examination of thismodule will be by written examination only (100%).Assessment Feedback: Feedback will be given to the class after the examinations on the standard CollegeExamination Summary Sheet.Module Content: -Introduction: Synchronous generators, Per Unit calculations- Symmetrical component- Balanced and unbalanced faults- Stability studies- Voltage and frequency control- Integration of renewable generation, challenges and opportunitiesIntended Learning Outcomes: At the end of the course the student should be able to:- Describe power systems operation under abnormal conditions- Calculate fault currents for different types of balanced and unbalanced faults using symmetrical components- Explain the difference between steady state and transient stability- Explain and drive swing equation- Use swing equation to discuss the steady state stability- Explain equal area criterion and use it to analyse the transient stability- Use equal area criterion to calculate critical clearing time and angle- Explain the different protection systems required for power networks- Explain and drive the relationships between voltage/frequency and active/reactive powers for both inductive andresistive networks.- Explain the difference between grid-connected and islanded operation of distributed generations and the mostcommon methods of control in each mode.- Discuss and explain different methods of controlling/supporting voltage and frequency- Explain the opportunity and challenges of distributed generation, micro-grids and smart grids.Reading List:Additional Notes:• AVAILABLE TO visiting and exchange students.• This module makes full use of the e-learning support tools provided by Blackboard.• The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of coursework andcontinuous assessment.

EGLM06 Energy and Power Electronics LaboratoryCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)Module Aims: The module covers main aspects of Engineering Applications for the MSc students in electrical &electronics engineering. It includes preparation, performance and reporting on a structured series of experimentssupporting the taught modules at this level and gives the hands-on experience of electrical machine and power systemcontrol and operation, practice in using IT packages to assist with the laboratory work and report writing.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Laboratory work 22 hours

Directed private study 74 hoursLecturer(s): Dr Z ZhouAssessment: Assignment 1 (20%)

Assignment 2 (20%)Assignment 3 (20%)Assignment 4 (20%)Assignment 5 (20%)

Assessment Description:

Students will be assessed on the following components: there are five labs each accounting for 20%. For each lab thelab report accounts for 100%.Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: The failure redemption is only available to students who have at least 80% attendance atlaboratory classes during the teaching semester.Students with less than 80% attendance, unless with valid extenuating circumstances, will have to repeat the modulebetween 15 July -15 August in the current academic year.Assessment Feedback: Students will receive feedback from the module lecturer during the designate feedbacksession.Module Content:• Induction machine control and operation including various starting techniques.• Control and operation of brush and brushless DC machines.• Electrical power system design and operation.• Design and validation of photovoltaic power generation system.• Applications of power electronics and modern control techniques.Practical work includes:• The preparation for the experiment.• The use of software tools for system design and simulation.• Construction of experimental system and circuits.• Use of modern test equipment including advanced digital oscilloscopes, function generators, a system multi-meters,electronics loads, real-time controllers, power system test bed and real-time power system simulator to assist theexperiments.• Information recording and analysis.• Practice in using IT packages to assist with report writing and presentations.Intended Learning Outcomes:After completing this module you should be able to demonstrate:• The advanced practical skills of electrical machine control and operation.• The advanced practical skills of power system design, operation and performance analysis.• The skills of using power electronics technique for real-time control of electrical machine and power systems.• The skills of modern control theory for practical applications of electrical systems.• The advanced skills of using modern test equipment including advanced digital oscilloscopes function generators, asystem multi-meters, electronics loads, real-time controllers, power system test bed and real-time power systemsimulator.• The advanced skills of using a combination for software simulation tools and practical design rules to meet thedesign specifications.• The skills of working as a team and assigned task management.• The ability of identifying the sources of error due to equipment/component tolerance and measurement.• Knowledge of health and safety issues of electrical systems.Reading List:

Additional Notes:• AVAILABLE TO limited number of Visiting and Exchange Students due to number restriction.• LABORATORY CLASSES ARE COMPULSORY. Students must have at least 80% attendance at laboratoryclasses in order to be allowed to be assessed for the module.• Students with less than 80% attendance, unless with valid extenuating circumstances, will have to repeat the modulebetween 15 July -15 August in the current academic year.• The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of all coursework andcontinuous assessment.

EGNM01 Probing at the NanoscaleCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)Module Aims: This module provides an introduction to the analysis techniques used in nanotechnology, and generalsurface science, including scanning probe microscopy, electron and diffraction techniques.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures: 17 hours

Revision classes: 3 hoursLaboratory: 6 hoursDirected private study: 24 hoursPersonal revision: 50 hours

Lecturer(s): Dr RJ Cobley, Mr TGG Maffeis, Dr CJ WrightAssessment: Examination 1 (50%)

Assignment 1 (30%)Assignment 2 (20%)

Assessment Description: Examination and CourseworkWritten final exam: 50%Assignment 1: SPM lab report: 30%. This is an individual report, completed after the practical laboratory sessions.Assignment 2: STM, STS and AFM data analysis assignments: 20%. These are both individual pieces of coursework.Moderation approach to main assessment: Second marking as sampling or moderationFailure Redemption: If rules allow - standard University provisions with marks capped. Any re-examination of thismodule will be by written examination only (100%) unless inclusion of the previously submitted coursework is ofbenefit to the student.Assessment Feedback:Written final exam: standard university examination feedback formsSPM lab report and lab diary: marked assignments returned to studentsSTM, STS and AFM data analysis assignments: mark returned to studentsModule Content: A general introduction to nanotechnology including the principles of operation and usefulapplications of a variety of scanning probe microscopy (SPM) techniques, including atomic force microscopy (AFM),scanning tunnelling microscopy (STM), scanning near field optical microscopy (SNOM) and Kelvin probe forcemicroscopy (KPFM). Consideration is given to their appropriate use, data analysis and benefits over conventionalmicroscopy. In addition, novel SPM techniques are explored. Traditional surface science techniques such as x-rayphotoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), auger electron spectroscopy (AES) and secondary ion mass spectroscopy (SIMS)are also covered within this module.Intended Learning Outcomes:After completing this module you should be able to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of:• Scanning probe techniques, their operation and their suitable applications• Surface science techniques, their operation and their suitable applications

Gain an ability to:• Plan an experiment and select the appropriate technique• Understand the limitations and possibilities of the techniques• Operate scanning probe microscopes, collect, analyse and interpret data• Critically assess the results in terms of information resources and communicate the importance of the data andresults

Reading List: Poole, Charles P, Introduction to nanotechnology / Charles P. Poole, Jr., Frank J. Owens, J. Wiley,c2003.ISBN: 9780471079354Additional Notes: Support material and past exam questions available on blackboard.

EGNM03 Nanoscale SimulationCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)Module Aims:

• Quantum mechanics – Bohr model of the atom, Schrodinger equation, energy eigenvalues and wavefunctions of thehydrogen atom.

• Application of quantum mechanics to nano-scale semiconductor structures – Semiconductor band structure, effectivemass approximation, quantum wells, wires and dots, density of states for electrons, quantum devices.

• Molecular modelling – Basic atomic forces and bonding, small molecule models, proteins, molecular modellingpackages.

• Transport of particles – Electron transport; diffusion and conduction, nano-fluidics, rate equations and Monte Carlosimulations.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures: 10 hours

Example classes/tutorials: 20 hoursDirected private study: 70 hours

Lecturer(s): Professor P Rees, Dr MR BrownAssessment: Examination 1 (35%)

Coursework 1 (20%)Coursework 2 (20%)Coursework 3 (15%)Coursework 4 (10%)

Assessment Description: Exam 35% and 65% laboratory and write-ups

Students enrolled on the MSc in Clinical Science (Medical Physics) will undertake specialism-specific modelling,with the following given as examples:Radiotherapy - Linear accelerator source modelling with Monte CarloRadiation Safety - Radiation enclosure design with Monte CarloImaging with ionising radiation - S-factor calculations with Monte Carlo, time-activity curvesImaging with non-ionising radiation - Fourier analysis of MRI echo data, modelling of U/S impedance, inducedcurrents and magnetic heating, pulse-sequence design

Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal double-blind markingFailure Redemption: The student has one opportunity to resubmit course work and possibly resit the examination atthe discretion of the examiners.Assessment Feedback: During lab sessionsModule Content:• Quantum mechanics - Bohr model of the atom, Schrodinger equation, energy eigenvalues and wavefunctions of thehydrogen atom.• Application of quantum mechanics to nano-scale semiconductor structures - Semiconductor band structure, effectivemassapproximation, quantum wells, wires and dots, density of states for electrons, quantum devices.• Molecular modelling - Basic atomic forces and bonding, small molecule models, proteins, molecular modellingpackages.• Transport of particles - Electron transport; diffusion and conduction, nano-fluidics, rate equations and Monte Carlosimulations.• Radiation modelling. Transport of particles. photon and electron transport. Monte Carlo simulations• Rate equations, diffusion and conduction• Image processing. Radon and Fourier transform• Electromagnetic modelling. impedance, induced currents and magnetic heating

Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module you should:

Be able to• demonstrate an understanding of computer modelling of physical systems• apply modelling to electromagnetic fields, semiconductor materials and devices and to model simple molecules andto have an understanding of the kinetics of particles at the nanoscale.

Have an ability to (thinking skills):• Understand the physics which effect devices on the nanometer scale.• Critically review research information sources.

Have an ability to (practical skills): Develop computer models to solve differential equations.

Have an ability to (key skills):• Solve a wide range of mathematical problems numerically.• Literature searches, written and oral presentational skills, numerical modelling.Reading List: Liboff, Richard L, Introductory quantum mechanics / Richard L. Liboff, Addison-Wesley,c2003.ISBN: 9780805387148Leach, Andrew R, Molecular modelling : principles and applications / Andrew R. Leach, Prentice Hall, 2001.ISBN:9780582382107Additional Notes:

• Failure to sit an examination or submit work by the specified date will result in a mark of 0% being recorded.• Practical work: Development of computer models to simulate nanoscale structures.• All lectures and Course Material will be provided on Blackboard.

EGNM04 Nanoscale Structures and DevicesCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)Module Aims: To provide the student with an understanding of the basic quantum mechanics and techniques requiredto model the properties of particles and materials on the nano-meter scale.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures: 20 hours; Laboratory/Examples classes/tutorials: 10 hours; Directed private study: 60 hoursLecturer(s): Mr TGG Maffeis, Dr L Li, Dr KS TengAssessment: Examination 1 (65%)

Report (20%)Presentation (15%)

Assessment Description:2 hour Exam: Answer 3 questions out of 4; 25 marks eachLab report: written in the form of a publicationPresentation: 10min + 5min of questions based on a selected publicationModeration approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: If rules allow - standard University provisions with marks capped.Assessment Feedback: Feedback provided on the feedback formModule Content:• Micro and Nano-electronics - Top-down technology examining scaling issues, lithography and beyond. Realdevices: transistors and others. Next generation devices.

• Bottom-up Technology - Atomic manipulation and Quantum Corrals. Growth techniques for nanostructures.Nanolithography and next generation devices.

• Nanoscale Structures - Nanowires, Quantum Dots, Bucky balls and Carbon Nanotubes: their physical and electronicproperties, fabrication and applications.

• Micro and Nanoelectromechanical devices (MEMS and NEMS) - Physics on the micro and nanoscale. Real devices:Motors, gears and ratchets, Casimir force, biomolecular motors, nanosprings and nanobalances.Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module you should be able to demonstrate:

• the properties, fabrication and applications of nanostructures• the top-down and bottom-up approaches for the fabrication of nanostructures, their advantages, applications andlimitations• physics on the micro and nanoscale and implications for real and next-generation devices; MEMS and NEMS

have an ability to (thinking skills):• understand how the physical and electronic properties change with dimension and how this affects devices• analyse and critically review information resources (journals, internet, talks, etc.)

have an ability to (practical skills):• plan, conduct, analyse and document experiments with minimum help• use analytical instruments for the characterisation of nanostructures

have an ability to (key skills):• research and present a chosen topic professionally• evaluate specific experimental results or research papers and place them in a wider context

Reading List: Poole, Charles P, Introduction to nanotechnology / Charles P. Poole, Jr., Frank J. Owens, J. Wiley,c2003.ISBN: 9780471079354Di Ventra, Massimiliano, Evoy, Stephane, Heflin, James R, Introduction to nanoscale science and technology / editedby Massimiliano Di Ventra, Stephane Evoy, James R. Heflin, Jr, Kluwer Academic Publishers, 2004.ISBN:1402077203Nanoscale science and technology [print and electronic book] / edited by Robert W Kelsall, Ian W Hamley, and MarkGeoghegan, John Wiley, 2005.ISBN: 9780470850862Low-dimensional semiconductor structures : fundamentals and device applications / edited by Keith Barnham andDimitri Vvedensky, Cambridge University Press, 2001.ISBN: 0521591031Harris, Peter J. F, Carbon nanotube science : [electronic resource] synthesis, properties and applications / Peter J.F.Harris, Cambridge University Press, 2009.ISBN: 9780511718649Kelly, Michael Joseph, Low-dimensional semiconductors : materials, physics, technology, devices / Michael JosephKelly, Clarendon Press, 1995.Additional Notes:• Failure to sit an examination or submit work by the specified date will result in a mark of 0% being recorded.• Practical work: Growth of nanostructures; Nanostructures studied by SEM• All lectures and Course Material will be provided on Blackboard.

EGNM07 Principles of NanomedicineCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)Module Aims: This module will cover the broad range of subjects which encompass the discipline nanomedicine.Building on the foundation of a knowledge of nanotechnology this module will focus on medical applicationsincluding biological markers, diagnostics, therapeutics and drug delivery vehicles.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: 20 hours of formal lecturing. 40 hours private study/reading and 40 hours preparation for assessmentLecturer(s): Professor OJ GuyAssessment: Coursework 1 (100%)Assessment Description: The continuous assessment will be based on a series of problem sheets relating to scientificjournal papers.

All coursework will be done individuallyModeration approach to main assessment: Second marking as sampling or moderationFailure Redemption: If rules allow - standard University provisions with marks capped. Any re-examination of thismodule will be by submission of the course work component of the module.Assessment Feedback: Individual feedback on each piece of assessed work via blackboardModule Content:• Interactions on the nanoscale: biological, physical, chemical and optical interactions• Nanoparticles: optical markers, magnetic markers - dots, tubes, wires etc.• Drug delivery strategies: drug delivery systems, pharmacology of nanovectors• Imaging techniques: Microscopy, Flow cytometry• Therapeutics: thermal, optical, microwaveIntended Learning Outcomes:• An understanding of the physics at the nanoscale together with an appreciation of the relevant biology of the systemstudied.• How to design and fabricate a nanoparticle marker.• An understanding of nanoscale imaging techniques and their limitations.• An appreciation of how a nanoparticle can be used as a drug delivery vehicle.• A knowledge of medical practices, diagnosis and treatment• Study independently; use library resources; note taking; time managementReading List: Viroj Wiwanitkit, Advanced nanomedicine and nanobiotechnology / Viroj Wiwanitkit, Nova SciencePublishers, c2008.ISBN: 9781604564358Additional Notes:

• AVAILABLE TO Visiting and Exchange Students. The module has no pre-requisites.

EGNM09 Micro and Nano Electro-Mechanical SystemsCredits: 10 Session: 2016/17 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)Module Aims: Micro and Nano Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS/NEMS) are technology that integrates electricaland mechanical components and they offer many novel and diverse applications ranging from display technologies tosensor systems.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures: 20 hours

Example Classes: 2 hoursDirected Private Study: 78 hours

Lecturer(s): Dr L LiAssessment: Examination 1 (80%)

Assignment 1 (20%)Assessment Description: 80% End term Examination20% Mid term testModeration approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: If rules allow - standard university provision of Supplementary examination, with markscapped at 40% and by written examination only (100%).Assessment Feedback: Students receive feedback from formal examination through College's intranet.Module Content: (Below is a suggested list of contents. To be completed by module co-ordinator)

Introduction to MEMS and NEMSModelling the Dynamics of MEMS/NEMSMEMS/NEMS Sensors and ActuatorsPiezoelectric, electrostatic, and thermoelectricFabrication of MEMS/NEMSOptical and RF MEMSIntended Learning Outcomes: (To be completed by module co-ordinator)Reading List:Additional Notes: Notes and example sheets for the module are available on Blackboard.