Course Guide - Edith Cowan University

ENS5102
30 Credit Points
Master Preliminary
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
An advanced research project; topic selected and approved by the
Chairperson of the Department or nominee; literature review of
the selected topic, preliminary studies, design, analysis,
developmental and experimental work.
ENS5107
15 Credit Points
Digital VLSI Design
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
Prerequisite :
ENS2256 Digital Electronics
This unit covers logic families, memory types, and FPGA and
CPLB programmable logic devices. It also presents digital VLSI
design, analysis and synthesis methods, including top-down
design, algorithmic state machines (ASM), sequencing and
control circuits, CPU, and large memory arrays. The unit also
introduces VHDL language, simulation and testing of digital
systems, and the complete design process of ASICs.
ENS5118
15 Credit Points
Systems-On-Chip
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
This unit covers several aspects of modern VLSI (Very Large
Scale of Integration) systems. Starting from deep submicron
fabrication processes and continuing with CMOS design styles
and methods, power dissipation and low power techniques, design
for test and subsystem/system/SOC (System-On-a-Chip)
architecture design, students acquire knowledge pertaining to all
levels of abstraction of VLSI systems.
The hands-on project involves the design, FPGA (Field-
Programmable Gate Array) implementation and testing of a small
system.
ENS5119
20 Credit Points
Case Study 1
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
The case study offers a method of learning about a complex topic
through extensive description and analysis. The particular topic
chosen for the case study will be explored in detail with the
assistance of an academic supervisor. The student and supervisor
will mutually agree on the objectives of the case study.
ENS5120
20 Credit Points
VLSI Systems-on-Chip
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
This unit covers several aspects of modern VLSI (Very Large
Scale of Integration) systems from deep submicron fabrication
processes to subsystem/system/SOC (System-On-Chip)
architecture design. In the course of the unit, students acquire
knowledge pertaining to all levels of abstraction of VLSI systems.
The hands-on projects involve the design, FPGA (Field-
Programmable Gate Array) implementation and testing of a small
system.
ENS5121
20 Credit Points
Digital VLSI Systems
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
This unit introduces the main concepts and tools used for
advanced digital system design. A technology review of digital
logic families is given as well as an explaination of memory
functions, memory types, and the design of large memory arrays.
An introduction to FPGA and CPLB programmable logic devices
is given. Digital design and analysis methods, top-down design,
algorithmic state machines (ASM), synthesis of ASM, sequencing
and control and CPU design are also covered. An introduction to
VHDL, and simulation and testing of digital systems is included.
ENS5122
20 Credit Points
Mixed Mode VLSI Circuits and Systems
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
Prerequisite :
ENS5120 VLSI Systems-on-Chip
This unit covers mixed-signal systems that are usually developed
from the "bottom up" using many different components. Students
examine circuit designs that handle mixed-signals in complex
systems and interaction of signals at the interfaces. This unit is
aimed at introducing techniques that can be used to build circuit
blocks to realize both analog and digital systems on the same
integrated circuit using standard low-cost CMOS technology.
ENS5205
20 Credit Points
Biomedical Signal Processing
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
Prerequisite :
ENS3251 Digital Signal Processing
Fourier analysis, modern spectrum estimation, time-frequency and
wavelet methods, estimation of signals in noise, adaptive filtering
and system identification in physiology, model based analysis of
physiological signals, modelling the nerve action potential, the
cardiovascular system, and the myoelectric activity.
ENS5223
20 Credit Points
Case Study 2
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
The case study offers a method of learning about a complex topic
through extensive description and analysis. The particular topic
chosen for the case study will be explored in detail with the
assistance of an academic supervisor. The student and supervisor
will mutually agree on the objectives of the case study.
ENS5224
20 Credit Points
Masters Project 1
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
This unit involves the implementation of the Master of
Engineering Project. The results of the project will be presented
via a Masters Project report and a Masters Project seminar.
Students are required to explore current research publications and
develop a project based on the latest technological advancements.
ENS5225
60 Credit Points
Masters Project 2
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
The study for and submission of a Masters Project thesis.
Preparation and submission of a Masters Project thesis requires a
range of skills including the phases of thesis development, the
acquisition of research skills, the processes of research, the
management of time and resources and the responsibilities
involved in research.
ENS5226
20 Credit Points
VLSI Testing and Design for Test
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
Prerequisite :
ENS5121 Digital VLSI Systems
This unit covers the fundamentals of digital and mixed signal
semiconductor testing and the Design for Test of digital and
mixed-signal integrated circuits and systems. It describes the
purposes of testing in the technical and economical contexts. It
then presents the basic test approaches and systems such as
automatic test equipment or ATE, parametric testing, functional
testing and device characterisation. Fault models are then
presented along with the related issue of test pattern generation.
The unit also includes ad-hoc design for test and boundary-scan
test for systems and boards.
ENS5227
20 Credit Points
Low Power VLSI Circuits and Systems
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
Prerequisite :
ENS5122 Mixed Mode VLSI Circuits and Systems
The unit covers deep submicron CMOS technology and digital
CMOS design styles. The sources and mechanisms of power
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