Coursework
A 2000-word individual report evaluating simulation-based analysis of signal processing performance in time and frequency domains, including reflection on personal learning and skill development, and relevance of your skills to support further study, engineering practice, and careers in electronics-related industries, weighted at 50%, meeting Learning Outcomes 3 and 4. Assessing AHEP 4 Outcomes C3, C12, C17, C18.

Examination
A 1.5-hour¿exam requiring students to answer a range of questions on signals and systems,¿weighted at 50%,¿meeting¿Learning¿Outcomes 1 and 2.¿Assessing¿AHEP 4 Outcome C1, C2, C3.

Formative assessment will include a mock exam.

The module will cover the following topics:
- Signals and Systems: Classification of signals, Basic signal operations, Definition and properties of systems, Classification of systems.
- Time Domain Analysis of LTI Continuous System: Convolution Integral, Calculation methods, System Response Analysis.
- Time Domain Analysis of LTI Discrete System: Convolution Sum, Difference Equations, System Response in Time Domain.
- Frequency Domain Analysis of Continuous-time Signal and System: Fourier Series, Fourier Transform, Frequency Response of LTI Systems, Sampling Theorem.
- Complex Frequency Domain Analysis of Signal and System: Laplace Transform, System Analysis Using Laplace Transform, Relationship Between Laplace Transform and Fourier Transform.

1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of representation methods of continuous and discrete signals, as well as time-domain and frequency-domain characteristics of Linear Time-Invariant (LTI) systems. (AHEP 4: C1, C2)

Learning Outcome: Knowledge & understanding

2. Apply basic properties of systems and model systems using differential equations, difference equations or system functions to analyse responses. (AHEP 4: C2, C3)

Learning Outcome: Application & problem-solving

3. Evaluate and communicate results from simulation-based analysis that investigates signal processing performance in time and frequency domains. (AHEP 4:¿C3, C12, C17)

Learning Outcome: Communication, Digital literacy

4. Reflect on personal learning and skill development in signals and systems and demonstrate awareness of how these skills support further study, engineering practice, and career development in electronics-related industries. (AHEP 4: C17, C18)

Learning Outcome: Reflection, Personal development & entrepreneurship

Whole group lectures will be used to deliver new material and to consolidate previous material. Small-group tutorials, with activities designed to enhance the understanding of the material delivered in the lectures, will be used to apply the skills and knowledge learned. A mixture of classroom based, and practical activities will take place supported by staff.

Suitable software simulation tools such as MATLAB (with Signal Processing Toolbox), Simulink or equivalent.

Must be registered on BEng (Hons) Electronic and Information Engineering provision at XUPT, China.

Oppenheim, A.V., Willsky, A.S. and Nawab, S.H. (2020) Signals and Systems. 2nd edn. Beijing: Electronic Industry Press.

Phillips, C.L., Parr, J.M. and Riskin, E.A. (2021) Signals, Systems, and Transforms. 6th edn. Harlow: Pearson Education.

Roberts, M.J. (2022) Signals and Systems: Analysis Using Transform Methods and MATLAB. 3rd edn. New York: McGraw-Hill Education.

This module builds a theoretical foundation for signal analysis and system modelling. The module will enable learners to understand time-domain and frequency-domain signal processing methods.