2012–2013 UNIVERSITY CATALOG - Florida Institute of Technology

Systems and Information Processing
Within this area of specialization, courses are selected to allow concentrations
in areas that include systems, digital signal and image
processing, neural networks and controls. Each student plans a
program of study with a member of faculty whose professional field
is related to student’s interest.
The curriculum requirements for this area are provided as follows:
ECE 5201 Linear Systems 1 .................................................................... 3
ECE 5234 Communications Theory or ECE 5223 Digital
Communications .................................................................... 3
ECE 5245 Digital Signal Processing 1 ..................................................... 3
MTH 5425 Theory of Stochastic Signals .................................................. 3
Mathematics Elective ............................................................. 3
Approved Electives (may include 6 credit hours
of thesis) ............................................................................... 15
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED.......................................... 30
Wireless Systems and Technology
This area is focused on technologies surrounding wireless communication.
It covers a wide range of topics both on the system level
and the component level. On the system level, some of the studied
areas include 2G and 3G cellular communication systems, wireless
sensor networks, radars systems, smart antenna and MIMO
communication systems, multimedia communication, radars,
WLAN and WiMAX. On the component level, this specialization
covers topics in electronics, electromagnetics and antenna design.
Additionally, enabling signal processing, linear system theory and
radio propagation topics are covered.
The curriculum requirements are separated into two parts as
follows:
All courses from the core curriculum list .................................................. 15
Approved electives (may include 6 credit hours of thesis) ......................... 15
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED ......................................... 30
Core Curriculum
ECE 5111 Radio Frequency Propagation
ECE 5201 Linear Systems
ECE 5234 Communications Theory
ECE 5245 Digital Signal Processing 1
MTH 5425 Theory of Stochastic Signals
Recommended Electives
ECE 5113 Wireless Local Area Networks
ECE 5115 Modern Wireless System Design
ECE 5118 Wireless Sensor Systems
ECE 5221 Personal Communication Systems
ECE 5223 Digital Communications
ECE 5238 Error Control Coding
ECE 5248 Advanced Filtering
ECE 5251 Radar Systems
ECE 5333 Analog IC design
ECE 5418 Field Theory of Guided Waves
ECE 5425 Antennas 1
ECE 5426 Antennas 2
With the approval of the student’s adviser, other 5000-level courses
may be added to the list of the approved electives.
Program for Graduates from Other Fields
A student admitted to this program is expected to have a bachelor’s
degree from a regionally accredited institution or the equivalent,
with an undergraduate major in an engineering discipline,
mathematics or the physical sciences, and an academic and/
or professional record indicating a high probability of success in
graduate work. Preparatory courses may be required to provide a
student with the background necessary for successful graduate
study. Depending on the individual’s background, other courses
(e.g., differential equations and linear algebra) may also be
required. Proficiency in these areas may be demonstrated by
either successful course completion or by passing an equivalency
examination. When possible, a student will be notified of
deficiencies at the time of acceptance. In addition to the
preparatory work described, all degree requirements listed above
must be fulfilled.
Computer Engineering, Ph.D. __________________
major Code: 9040 Degree awarded: Doctor of Philosophy
age restriction: N admission status: graduate
Delivery mode/s: classroom only Location/s: main campus
admission materials: 3 letters of
recommendation, résumé, objectives
Admission Requirements
Admission to doctoral study is granted to a limited number of applicants
who have received master’s degrees in computer engineering
from accredited institutions or from international institutions that
provide suitable preparation for doctoral-level studies.
The doctoral program in computer engineering can be completed
with a minimum of 48 credit hours beyond the master’s degree;
however, typically 48 to 54 credit hours are necessary. A list of elective
courses is available on request.
General admission requirements and the process for applying are
presented in the Academic Overview section.
Degree Requirements
The Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Engineering is conferred
primarily in recognition of creative accomplishment and ability to
investigate engineering problems independently, rather than for
completion of a definite course of study. The work should consist of
advanced studies and research leading to new knowledge and significant
contribution to a chosen research area. In addition, to demonstrate
the achievement of new knowledge in the field, a publication
in a professional journal of conference proceedings is required.
General degree requirements are presented under the Academic
Overview section.
Coursework and Dissertation Summary
Doctoral coursework minimum beyond the master’s degree...................... 24
Doctoral research and dissertation............................................................. 24
TOTAL MINIMUM BEYOND THE MASTER’S DEGREE ................... 48
Curriculum
A minimum of 24 credit hours of coursework beyond the master’s
degree and at least 24 credit hours of Dissertation Research
(ECE 6999) are required.
The student’s adviser and the department head must approve a
program of study. A wide degree of latitude is allowed in course
selection and research interest within the capability of the university
and the student’s academic background. This requirement is
imposed at the discretion of the doctoral committee.
After admission to doctoral candidacy, a yearly seminar demonstrating
progress must be presented to the graduate faculty.
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