Search result: Catalogue data in Autumn Semester 2018
Electrical Engineering and Information Technology Master  | ||||||
 Master Studies (Programme Regulations 2008) | ||||||
| Major Courses A total of 42 CP must be achieved during the Master Program. The individual study plan is subject to the tutor's approval. | ||||||
| Subjects of General Interest These courses are suitable for several special fields. Please consult your tutor. | ||||||
| Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
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| 151-0317-00L | Visualization, Simulation and Interaction - Virtual Reality II | W | 4 credits | 3G | A. Kunz | |
| Abstract | This lecture provides deeper knowledge on the possible applications of virtual reality, its basic technolgy, and future research fields. The goal is to provide a strong knowledge on Virtual Reality for a possible future use in business processes. | |||||
| Learning objective | Virtual Reality can not only be used for the visualization of 3D objects, but also offers a wide application field for small and medium enterprises (SME). This could be for instance an enabling technolgy for net-based collaboration, the transmission of images and other data, the interaction of the human user with the digital environment, or the use of augmented reality systems. The goal of the lecture is to provide a deeper knowledge of today's VR environments that are used in business processes. The technical background, the algorithms, and the applied methods are explained more in detail. Finally, future tasks of VR will be discussed and an outlook on ongoing international research is given. | |||||
| Content | Introduction into Virtual Reality; basisc of augmented reality; interaction with digital data, tangible user interfaces (TUI); basics of simulation; compression procedures of image-, audio-, and video signals; new materials for force feedback devices; intorduction into data security; cryptography; definition of free-form surfaces; digital factory; new research fields of virtual reality | |||||
| Lecture notes | The handout is available in German and English. | |||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Prerequisites: "Visualization, Simulation and Interaction - Virtual Reality I" is recommended. Didactical concept: The course consists of lectures and exercises. | |||||
| Internship in Industry | ||||||
| Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
| 227-1550-00L | Internship in Industry  Only for Electrical Engineering and Information Technology MSc (Programme Regulations 2008). | Z | 0 credits | external organisers | ||
| Abstract | The main objective of the 12-week internship is to expose master's students to the industrial work environment. During this period, students have the opportunity to be involved in on-going projects at the host institution. | |||||
| Learning objective | see above | |||||
| Semester Projects | ||||||
| Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
| 227-1101-00L | How to Write Scientific Texts in Engineering Sciences Strongly recommended prerequisite for Semester Projects and Master Theses at D-ITET (MSc BME, MSc EEIT, MSc EST). | E- | 0 credits | J. Leuthold | ||
| Abstract | The 4 hour lecture covers the basics of writing & presenting a scientific text. The focus will be on the structure and elements of a scientific text and not on the language. Citation rules, good practice of scientific writing and an overview on software tools will be part of the training. The lecture will be thought on two afternoons. Some exercises will be built into the lecture. | |||||
| Learning objective | Knowledge on structure and content of a scientific text. The course further is arranged to stimulate a discussion on how to properly write a legible scientific text versus writing an interesting novel. We will further discuss the practice of properly citing and critically reflect on recent plagiarism allegations. | |||||
| Content | * Topic 1: Structure of a Scientific Text (The Title, the author list, the abstract, State-of-the Art, the "in this paper" paragraph, the scientific part, the summary, Equations, Figures). * Topic 2: Power Point Presentations. * Topic 3: Citation Rules and Citation Software. * Topic 4: Guidelines for Research Integrity. | |||||
| Literature | ETH "Citation Etiquette", see www.plagiate.ethz.ch. ETH Guidlines on "Guidelines for Research Integrity", see www.ee.ethz.ch > Education > > Contacts, links & documents > Forms and documents > Brochures / guides. | |||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Students should already have a Bachelor degree and plan to do either a semester project or a master thesis in the immediate future. | |||||
| 227-1572-01L | Semester Project Registration in myStudies required! Supervisor must be a professor at D-ITET or associated, see https://www.ee.ethz.ch/studies/main-master/projects-and-master-thesis.html The first semester project is compulsory both for students enrolled in the MSc EEIT under the 2008 regulations and for students enrolled under the 2018 regulations. | O | 12 credits | 20A | Supervisors | |
| Abstract | Semester projects are designed to train the students for independent scientific work. A project uses the student's technical and social skills acquired during the master's program. The semester project comprises 280 hours of work and is supervised by a professor. | |||||
| Learning objective | see above | |||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Supervisor must be a professor at D-ITET or associated, see https://www.ee.ethz.ch/studies/main-master/projects-and-master-thesis.html | |||||
| 227-1572-02L | Semester Project (Nr 2) Registration in myStudies required! Supervisor must be a professor at D-ITET or associated, see https://www.ee.ethz.ch/studies/main-master/projects-and-master-thesis.html The second semester project is compulsory for students enrolled in the MSc EEIT under the 2008 regulations, it is optional for students enrolled under the 2018 regulations. Students enrolled in the MSc EEIT under the 2018 regulations must consult their tutor before enrolling for semester project 2. | W | 12 credits | 20A | Supervisors | |
| Abstract | Semester projects are designed to train the students for independent scientific work. A project uses the student's technical and social skills acquired during the master's program. The semester project comprises 280 hours of work and is supervised by a professor. | |||||
| Learning objective | see above | |||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Supervisor must be a professor at D-ITET or associated, see https://www.ee.ethz.ch/studies/main-master/projects-and-master-thesis.html | |||||
| GESS Science in Perspective | ||||||
| » Recommended Science in Perspective (Type B) for D-ITET | ||||||
| » see Science in Perspective: Language Courses ETH/UZH | ||||||
| » see Science in Perspective: Type A: Enhancement of Reflection Capability | ||||||
| Master's Thesis | ||||||
| Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
| 227-1101-00L | How to Write Scientific Texts in Engineering Sciences Strongly recommended prerequisite for Semester Projects and Master Theses at D-ITET (MSc BME, MSc EEIT, MSc EST). | E- | 0 credits | J. Leuthold | ||
| Abstract | The 4 hour lecture covers the basics of writing & presenting a scientific text. The focus will be on the structure and elements of a scientific text and not on the language. Citation rules, good practice of scientific writing and an overview on software tools will be part of the training. The lecture will be thought on two afternoons. Some exercises will be built into the lecture. | |||||
| Learning objective | Knowledge on structure and content of a scientific text. The course further is arranged to stimulate a discussion on how to properly write a legible scientific text versus writing an interesting novel. We will further discuss the practice of properly citing and critically reflect on recent plagiarism allegations. | |||||
| Content | * Topic 1: Structure of a Scientific Text (The Title, the author list, the abstract, State-of-the Art, the "in this paper" paragraph, the scientific part, the summary, Equations, Figures). * Topic 2: Power Point Presentations. * Topic 3: Citation Rules and Citation Software. * Topic 4: Guidelines for Research Integrity. | |||||
| Literature | ETH "Citation Etiquette", see www.plagiate.ethz.ch. ETH Guidlines on "Guidelines for Research Integrity", see www.ee.ethz.ch > Education > > Contacts, links & documents > Forms and documents > Brochures / guides. | |||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Students should already have a Bachelor degree and plan to do either a semester project or a master thesis in the immediate future. | |||||
| 227-1501-00L | Master's Thesis Admission only if ALL of the following apply: a) bachelor program successfully completed; b) acquired (if applicable) all credits from additional requirements for admission to master program; c) successfully completed both semester projects. Note: the conditions above are not applicable to incoming exchange students. Registration in mystudies required! Supervisor must be a professor at D-ITET or associated, see https://www.ee.ethz.ch/studies/main-master/projects-and-master-thesis.html. | O | 30 credits | 68D | Supervisors | |
| Abstract | The Master Program finishes with a 6-months Master Thesis which is directed by a Professor of the Department or a Professor of another Department who is associated with the D-ITET. Students gain the ability to conduct independent scientific research on a specific research problem. | |||||
| Learning objective | see above | |||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Supervisor must be a professor at D-ITET or associated, see https://www.ee.ethz.ch/studies/main-master/projects-and-master-thesis.html | |||||
| Generally Accessible Seminars and Colloquia | ||||||
| Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
| 227-0919-00L | Knowledge-Based Image Interpretation | Z | 0 credits | 2S | L. Van Gool | |
| Abstract | With the lecture series on special topics of Knowledge based image interpretation we sporadically offer special talks. | |||||
| Learning objective | To become acquainted with selected, recent results in image analysis and interpretation. | |||||
| 227-0920-00L | Seminar in Systems and Control | Z | 0 credits | 1S | F. Dörfler, R. D'Andrea, E. Frazzoli, M. H. Khammash, J. Lygeros, R. Smith | |
| Abstract | Current topics in Systems and Control presented mostly by external speakers from academia and industry | |||||
| Learning objective | see above | |||||
| 227-0955-00L | Seminar in Electromagnetics, Photonics and Terahertz | Z | 3 credits | 2S | J. Leuthold | |
| Abstract | Selected topics of the current research activities at the IEF and closely related institutions are discussed. | |||||
| Learning objective | Have an overview on the research activities of the IEF institute. | |||||
| 227-0970-00L | Research Topics in Biomedical Engineering | Z | 0 credits | 2K | K. P. Prüssmann, S. Kozerke, M. Stampanoni, K. Stephan, J. Vörös | |
| Abstract | Current topics in Biomedical Engineering presented by speakers from academia and industry. | |||||
| Learning objective | Getting insight into actual areas and problems of Biomedical Engineering an Health Care. | |||||
| 227-0980-00L | Seminar on Biomedical Magnetic Resonance | Z | 0 credits | 1S | K. P. Prüssmann, S. Kozerke | |
| Abstract | Actuel developments and problems of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) | |||||
| Learning objective | Getting insight to advanced topics in Magnetic Resonance Imaging | |||||
| Course Units for Additional Admission Requirements The courses below are only available for MSc students with additional requirements. | ||||||
| Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
| 227-0101-AAL | Discrete-Time and Statistical Signal Processing Enrolment ONLY for MSc students with a decree declaring this course unit as an additional admission requirement. Any other students (e.g. incoming exchange students, doctoral students) CANNOT enrol for this course unit. | E- | 6 credits | 8R | H.‑A. Loeliger | |
| Abstract | The course introduces some fundamental topics of digital signal processing with a bias towards applications in communications: discrete-time linear filters, equalization, DFT, discrete-time stochastic processes, elements of detection theory and estimation theory, LMMSE estimation and LMMSE filtering, LMS algorithm, Viterbi algorithm. | |||||
| Learning objective | The course introduces some fundamental topics of digital signal processing with a bias towards applications in communications. The two main themes are linearity and probability. In the first part of the course, we deepen our understanding of discrete-time linear filters. In the second part of the course, we review the basics of probability theory and discrete-time stochastic processes. We then discuss some basic concepts of detection theory and estimation theory, as well as some practical methods including LMMSE estimation and LMMSE filtering, the LMS algorithm, and the Viterbi algorithm. A recurrent theme throughout the course is the stable and robust "inversion" of a linear filter. | |||||
| Content | 1. Discrete-time linear systems and filters: state-space realizations, z-transform and spectrum, decimation and interpolation, digital filter design, stable realizations and robust inversion. 2. The discrete Fourier transform and its use for digital filtering. 3. The statistical perspective: probability, random variables, discrete-time stochastic processes; detection and estimation: MAP, ML, Bayesian MMSE, LMMSE; Wiener filter, LMS adaptive filter, Viterbi algorithm. | |||||
| Lecture notes | Lecture Notes. | |||||
| 227-0103-AAL | Control Systems Enrolment ONLY for MSc students with a decree declaring this course unit as an additional admission requirement. Any other students (e.g. incoming exchange students, doctoral students) CANNOT enrol for this course unit. | E- | 6 credits | 8R | F. Dörfler | |
| Abstract | Study of concepts and methods for the mathematical description and analysis of dynamical systems. The concept of feedback. Design of control systems for single input - single output and multivariable systems. | |||||
| Learning objective | Study of concepts and methods for the mathematical description and analysis of dynamical systems. The concept of feedback. Design of control systems for single input - single output and multivariable systems. | |||||
| Content | Process automation, concept of control. Modelling of dynamical systems - examples, state space description, linearisation, analytical/numerical solution. Laplace transform, system response for first and second order systems - effect of additional poles and zeros. Closed-loop control - idea of feedback. PID control, Ziegler - Nichols tuning. Stability, Routh-Hurwitz criterion, root locus, frequency response, Bode diagram, Bode gain/phase relationship, controller design via "loop shaping", Nyquist criterion. Feedforward compensation, cascade control. Multivariable systems (transfer matrix, state space representation), multi-loop control, problem of coupling, Relative Gain Array, decoupling, sensitivity to model uncertainty. State space representation (modal description, controllability, control canonical form, observer canonical form), state feedback, pole placement - choice of poles. Observer, observability, duality, separation principle. LQ Regulator, optimal state estimation. | |||||
| Literature | K. J. Aström & R. Murray. Feedback Systems: An Introduction for Scientists and Engineers. Princeton University Press, 2010. R. C. Dorf and R. H. Bishop. Modern Control Systems. Prentice Hall, New Jersey, 2007. G. F. Franklin, J. D. Powell, and A. Emami-Naeini. Feedback Control of Dynamic Systems. Addison-Wesley, 2010. J. Lunze. Regelungstechnik 1. Springer, Berlin, 2014. J. Lunze. Regelungstechnik 2. Springer, Berlin, 2014. | |||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Prerequisites: Signal and Systems Theory II. MATLAB is used for system analysis and simulation. | |||||
| 227-0166-AAL | Analog Integrated Circuits Enrolment ONLY for MSc students with a decree declaring this course unit as an additional admission requirement. Any other students (e.g. incoming exchange students, doctoral students) CANNOT enrol for this course unit. Course offered only in the autumn semester with an examination only in winter. | E- | 6 credits | 8R | Q. Huang | |
| Abstract | This course provides a foundation in analog integrated circuit design based on bipolar and CMOS technologies. | |||||
| Learning objective | Integrated circuits are responsible for much of the progress in electronics in the last 50 years, particularly the revolutions in the Information and Communications Technologies we witnessed in recent years. Analog integrated circuits play a crucial part in the highly integrated systems that power the popular electronic devices we use daily. Understanding their design is beneficial to both future designers and users of such systems. The basic elements, design issues and techniques for analog integrated circuits will be taught in this course. | |||||
| Content | Review of bipolar and MOS devices and their small-signal equivalent circuit models; Building blocks in analog circuits such as current sources, active load, current mirrors, supply independent biasing etc; Amplifiers: differential amplifiers, cascode amplifier, high gain structures, output stages, gain bandwidth product of op-amps; Stability; Comparators; Second-order effects in analog circuits such as mismatch, noise and offset; A/D and D/A converters; Introduction to switched capacitor circuits. | |||||
| Lecture notes | Handouts of slides. No script but an accompanying textbook is recommended. | |||||
| Literature | Gray, Hurst, Lewis, Meyer, "Analysis and Design of Analog Integrated Circuits", 5th Ed. Wiley, 2010. | |||||
| 227-0117-AAL | High Voltage Engineering II: Insulation Technology Enrolment ONLY for MSc students with a decree declaring this course unit as an additional admission requirement. Any other students (e.g. incoming exchange students, doctoral students) CANNOT enrol for this course unit. | E- | 6 credits | 8R | C. Franck | |
| Abstract | Understanding of the fundamental phenomena and principles connected with the occurrence of extensive electric field strengths. This knowledge is applied to the dimensioning of high-voltage equipment. Methods of computer-modeling in use today are presented and applied within a workshop in the framework of the exercises. | |||||
| Learning objective | The students know the fundamental phenomena and principles connected with the occurrence of extensive electric field strengths. They comprehend the different mechanisms leading to the failure of insulation systems and are able to apply failure criteria on the dimensioning of high voltage components. They have the ability to identify of weak spots in insulation systems and to name possibilities for improvement. Further they know the different insulation systems and their dimensioning in practice. | |||||
| Content | - discussion of the field equations relevant for high voltage engineering. - analytical and numerical solutions/solving of this equations, as well as the derivation of the important equivalent circuits for the description of the fields and losses in insulations - introduction to kinetic theory of gases - mechanisms of the breakdown in gaseous, liquid and solid insulations, as well as insulation systems - methods for the mathematical determination of the electric withstand of gaseous, liquid and solid insulations - application of the expertise on high voltage components - excursions to manufacturers of high voltage components - excercise to learn on computer-modeling in high voltage engineering | |||||
| Lecture notes | Handouts | |||||
| Literature | A. Küchler, Hochspannungstechnik, Springer Berlin, 4. Auflage, 2017 (ISBN: 978-3-662-54699-4) | |||||
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