Bachelor of Engineering - Electronic Systems Engineering
- Credential:
- Bachelor of Engineering
- College Code:
- CONS
- School:
- Engineering & Technology
- Program Code:
- 1094C
- Accelerated Delivery:
- No
- Campus:
- CA
- Academic Year:
- 2019 / 2020
About the Program
The Bachelor of Engineering - Electronic Systems Engineering (ESE) program, delivered at the honours level, is accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB) allowing students to start on the path to becoming a professional engineer. It is a unique project-based co-op program that allows students to apply the high level of theory they learn to interesting, real-world projects. It is geared to motivated individuals looking for challenging careers in the dynamic and fast-paced world of digital and analog electronics, embedded systems, software, signal processing, and communication systems.For more information, contact the Program Coordinator at ese@conestogac.on.ca.
Program Information
Length: Four-year Academic Co-operative Bachelor's degree programDelivery Sequence: Cambridge - August/2019 - Fall | Winter | Fall | Winter | Spring/Summer | Fall | Winter | Spring/Summer | Fall | Winter | Spring/Summer
Location: Cambridge (Fountain Street)
Start: Mid-August
First-Year Capacity: 30
Bachelor's Degrees in Applied Areas of Study
Conestoga's Bachelor's degrees:- are current and offer a balance of applied study and theory.
- offer integrated content across disciplines including business, liberal arts and sciences.
- offer personal learning experiences with smaller class sizes.
- offer project-based learning where students learn by doing, progressively building their skills and confidence.
- result in a graduate with thorough knowledge and co-op work experience.
- provide opportunity for further studies in a number of articulation agreements with universities worldwide.
- are government approved and meet all ministry standards.
Admission Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, OR 19 years of age or older
- A minimum of six (6) Grade 12 courses with a minimum cumulative average of 65%, including five (5) required U level courses and one additional U or M level course (Higher averages are often required for admission due to competition for available spaces in the program.)
- The following Grade 12 U courses are required:
- English (ENG4U)
- Chemistry (SCH4U)
- Physics (SPH4U)
- Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U)
- Plus one of the following: Advanced Functions (MHF4U) OR Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U)
- One other Grade 12 U or M level course
Note re: Admission Requirements
- Applicants with Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U) and Advanced Functions and Introductory Calculus (MCB4U) meet the math requirements.
- Applicants must have basic computer literacy. The following courses are recommended but not mandatory: Computer and Information Science, Computer Engineering, Technological Design.
- Applicants presenting equivalent academic background will be considered on an individual basis.
- Applicants with transcripts from institutions where the language of instruction is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency with a minimum test score on one of the following language proficiency tests or equivalent scores from another internationally recognized English language test:
- IELTS overall band of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 88
- CAEL 70, no sub-test band score less than 60
- PTE Academic 58
- Conestoga English Language Test (CELT) Band 6
- We offer a language program for students whose English language skills are below the standard required for admission but all other admission criteria have been met. You will be eligible for admission to the degree program after completion of level 4 of the General Arts and Science - English Language Studies (ELS) program with an overall grade average of 80% and no grade less than 75%. Your placement in the ELS program is determined by scores on an in-house English language test or TOEFL or IELTS.
Admission Procedures
- Academic strength is calculated by averaging all submitted Grade 12 marks (or equivalent) of the required subjects and one additional U or M course. If more than one additional course is submitted, the course with the highest mark will be used.
- Other factors as well as grades may be considered.
Program Requirements
- The academic requirements to be eligible for a co-op work term in a degree program are as follows:
- Minimum 2.5 SWA (65% session weighted average) in the eligibility term two academic semesters prior to any co-op work term
- Maximum two failures or withdrawals during the academic semester that occurs in the eligibility term two academic semesters prior to any co-op work term
- Must have successfully completed all but two core courses, according to the program design, by the eligibility term prior to any given work term (regardless of the level the student was placed in advanced standing)
- Students (even those on special timetables) will not be permitted to complete a co-op work term until conditions above are met and all but two core course deficiencies, according to the program design, are cleared
- Co-op work terms may need to be re-sequenced to allow academic deficiencies to be cleared or in the event a student changes cohorts (i.e. graduation is delayed by one year or more). Students may not repeat a passed work term
- Should a student's academic performance decline considerably during the term just prior to any work term, the college reserves the right to withdraw the student from the upcoming work term
Tuition & Fees
Tuition fee details for the 2018-2019 year are listed below. Fees for the next academic year are unavailable at this time. Books and supplies are additional.
Domestic Fees
Estimated fees based upon the previous academic year (2018 / 2019) for Bachelor of Engineering - Electronic Systems Engineering - Program # 1094c
| Description | Fall 2018 | Winter 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Student Priority Fee | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $203.81 | $203.81 |
| CSI Capital Development Fee | $72.65 | $72.65 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Advocacy Fee | $5.75 | $5.75 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $3855.00 | $3855.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $4901.21 | $4578.21 |
| Year Total | $9479.42 |
| Description | Fall 2018 | Winter 2019 | Spring 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Priority Fee | $50.65 | $50.65 | $0.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 | $0.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 | $28.45 | $0.00 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 | $25.90 | $0.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 | $0.00 |
| Program Services Fee | $203.81 | $203.81 | $0.00 |
| CSI Capital Development Fee | $72.65 | $72.65 | $0.00 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI - Advocacy Fee | $5.75 | $5.75 | $0.00 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $3855.00 | $3855.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 | $0.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $4901.21 | $4578.21 | $0.00 |
| Year Total | $9479.42 |
| Description | Fall 2018 | Winter 2019 | Spring 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Priority Fee | $50.65 | $0.00 | $50.65 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $0.00 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 | $0.00 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 | $0.00 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $0.00 | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $203.81 | $0.00 | $203.81 |
| CSI Capital Development Fee | $72.65 | $0.00 | $72.65 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 | $0.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Advocacy Fee | $5.75 | $0.00 | $5.75 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $3855.00 | $0.00 | $3855.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $0.00 | $12.75 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $4901.21 | $0.00 | $4578.21 |
| Year Total | $9479.42 |
| Description | Fall 2018 | Winter 2019 | Spring 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Priority Fee | $0.00 | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $0.00 | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $0.00 | $28.45 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $0.00 | $25.90 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $0.00 | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $0.00 | $203.81 | $203.81 |
| CSI Capital Development Fee | $0.00 | $72.65 | $72.65 |
| CSI Association Fee | $0.00 | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Advocacy Fee | $0.00 | $5.75 | $5.75 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $0.00 | $3855.00 | $3855.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $0.00 | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $323.00 | $4578.21 | $4578.21 |
| Year Total | $9479.42 |
International Fees
Estimated International fees based upon the previous academic year (2018 / 2019) for
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronic Systems Engineering - Program # 1094c
| Description | Fall 2018 | Winter 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Student Priority Fee | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $203.81 | $203.81 |
| CSI Capital Development Fee | $72.65 | $72.65 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Advocacy Fee | $5.75 | $5.75 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| International - Degree Program Tuition | $6650.00 | $6650.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $485.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $8556.21 | $7748.21 |
| Year Total | $16304.42 |
| Description | Fall 2018 | Winter 2019 | Spring 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Priority Fee | $50.65 | $50.65 | $0.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 | $0.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 | $28.45 | $0.00 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 | $25.90 | $0.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 | $0.00 |
| Program Services Fee | $203.81 | $203.81 | $0.00 |
| CSI Capital Development Fee | $72.65 | $72.65 | $0.00 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI - Advocacy Fee | $5.75 | $5.75 | $0.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 | $375.00 | $0.00 |
| International Health Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 | $0.00 |
| International - Degree Program Tuition | $6650.00 | $6650.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $485.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $8556.21 | $7748.21 | $0.00 |
| Year Total | $16304.42 |
| Description | Fall 2018 | Winter 2019 | Spring 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Priority Fee | $50.65 | $0.00 | $50.65 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $0.00 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 | $0.00 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 | $0.00 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $0.00 | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $203.81 | $0.00 | $203.81 |
| CSI Capital Development Fee | $72.65 | $0.00 | $72.65 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 | $0.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Advocacy Fee | $5.75 | $0.00 | $5.75 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 | $0.00 | $375.00 |
| International Health Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $0.00 | $12.75 |
| International - Degree Program Tuition | $6650.00 | $0.00 | $6650.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $485.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $8556.21 | $0.00 | $7748.21 |
| Year Total | $16304.42 |
| Description | Fall 2018 | Winter 2019 | Spring 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Priority Fee | $0.00 | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $0.00 | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $0.00 | $28.45 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $0.00 | $25.90 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $0.00 | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $0.00 | $203.81 | $203.81 |
| CSI Capital Development Fee | $0.00 | $72.65 | $72.65 |
| CSI Association Fee | $0.00 | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Advocacy Fee | $0.00 | $5.75 | $5.75 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $0.00 | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| International Health Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $0.00 | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| International - Degree Program Tuition | $0.00 | $6650.00 | $6650.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $485.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $808.00 | $7748.21 | $7748.21 |
| Year Total | $16304.42 |
Financial Assistance
The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a needs-based program designed to help Ontario students cover the cost of post-secondary education. Funded by the federal and provincial governments, OSAP is intended to promote equality of opportunity for post-secondary studies through direct financial assistance for educational costs and living expenses. These interest-free loans are intended to supplement your financial resources and those of your family. The majority of students apply for loan assistance via the OSAP website. Students can also print the application booklet through the OSAP website.For more information, please visit Financial Services/Awards.
Co-op Information
- Co-op programs add value to your education. Earn while you apply what you learn in a real workplace environment. See the Co-op webpages for more details.
- The College cannot guarantee co-op employment. All co-op students are required to conduct an independent co-op job search in addition to the supports and services provided by the Department of Co-op Education.
- Students are responsible for their own transportation and associated costs in order to complete work term requirements. Work locations may not always be readily accessible by public transportation.
Graduate Opportunities
Graduates will fill a variety of positions in the workplace, such as engineering and managerial functions in software design, embedded systems design, network design, wireless networks and test engineering.On average, 92% of graduates from the last three years (2015 to 2017) found employment within six months of graduation.
For more details on related occupations, job market information and career opportunities, see the Government of Canada website: https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/home
Pathways & Credit Transfer
Conestoga pathways enable students to build on their academic achievements in order to earn a degree or additional credential. Pathways are formed through agreements between Conestoga programs or partner institutions. View the transfer agreement opportunities for this program.Often applicants have earned credits from another college or university that may allow a student to be granted advanced standing or exemption. Learn more about credit transfer opportunities at Conestoga.
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)
Conestoga recognizes prior learning of skills, knowledge or competencies that have been acquired through employment, formal and informal education, non-formal learning or other life experiences. Prior learning must be measurable at the required academic level and meet Conestoga standards of achievement for current courses. Challenge exams and portfolio development are the primary methods of assessment. Other methods of assessment may be available depending upon the nature of the course objectives. Successful completion of the assessment results in an official course credit that will be recorded on the student's Conestoga transcript. PLAR cannot be used by registered Conestoga students for the clearance of academic deficiencies, to improve grades or to obtain admission into a program.Learn more about PLAR.
Program Courses
| Course Code | Course Title and Description |
|---|---|
| Level 1 | |
| EECE71345 | Introduction to Engineering Projects
Description: An introduction to the engineering profession, engineering practice and the processes and skills required in the electronics industry. Topics in this course include: engineering analysis, investigation, and design, health and safety standards, principles and methods of soldering, design and manufacturing techniques for printed circuit boards, design and manufacturing techniques for electro-mechanical systems, principles and manufacturing techniques of electronic enclosures, engineering drawing principles, production of engineering drawings. |
| EECE71425 | Digital Systems
Description: An introduction to digital logic concepts, circuits and microprocessor systems. Starting with the design, construction and troubleshooting of combinational and sequential logic circuits, the course progresses to the architecture, capabilities and programming of microprocessors. Various computational and control problems are solved using a combination of hardware and software solutions. |
| ELEC71170 | Electrical Foundations
Description: The development of foundation knowledge and skills in electrical theories, and circuit analysis with passive components under direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) conditions. |
| FND71025 | Foundation Module
Description: The Foundation Module is a two-week preparatory session designed to ensure all students possess the required fundamental skills to be successful within the program. This module provides the first exposure to Project Based Learning, and to learning through alternatives to traditional teaching practices. |
| MATH71620 | Math I
Description: Topics covered in this course include: functions, trigonometric functions, graphing, limits and continuity, linear systems of equations and matrices, matrix algebra, determinants, vector geometry and arithmetic, derivative formulae, differentiation rules, applications of derivatives, implicit differentiation, complex numbers and arithmetic. |
| PHYS71105 | Physics I
Description: This course covers fundamental principles of physics relating to electricity, magnetism fluid and waves. The concepts of measurement precision and accuracy, and the correct application of units of measurement and significant digits in calculations is emphasized. |
| SOC71045 | Science, Technology and Society
Description: This theme-based course aims to provide an understanding of the historical, social, economic and political context within which scientific and technological advancement takes place. Innovation is a social product, often an expression of current ideas or a response to a social need. Conversely, technological and scientific innovation can transform the structure of society, its value system, and institutions. Through a series of lectures and student-centered activities, this course will assess the impact, benefits, consequences and implications of the inter-relationship between science, technology and society. |
| SOC71500 | Group Dynamics
Description: This course will focus on comprehensive theoretical understanding of group process, personal skill development and application through intensive team work. These skills are of critical importance in both professional and social settings. Through guided exploration and application of theoretical paradigms and practical strategies, students will achieve the necessary skills to succeed in and lead effective teams. The course consists in an intensive experiential approach – learning by doing – enabling participants to become effective, practiced team members with experience applying skills necessary for leadership, analysis and evaluation, problem solving, and conflict management. Individual and team activities enhance participants' skills to work with a variety of personalities in diverse situations, and to effectively assume various professional roles within a team. |
| Level 2 | |
| EECE71355 | Engineering Project II
Description: The design, implementation and evaluation of projects that integrate the fundamental knowledge and skills learned this semester. Appropriate problem solving, communication and time management skills are emphasized. |
| ELCN71100 | Electronic Foundations
Description: This course introduces basic electronic devices and circuits. Topics include: device characteristics and modeling; principles of device operations and their applications in building electronic circuits; and analysis of a variety of basic practical circuits. |
| ENGL71200 | Scientific and Technical Communications
Description: Documents that are written for scientific or technical purposes are written in a very precise and specific way that does not permit variations in interpretation. This course will prepare students to communicate scientific and technical information concisely and accurately using appropriate formats and graphic support. Students will study technical communication theory/ practice and apply the knowledge to creating, critiquing, and presenting technical documents. An oral presentation will emphasize the clear and concise communication of technical details and the use of appropriate visual support for technical information. |
| MATH71630 | Math II
Description: Topics covered in this course include: anti-derivatives, definite integration, indefinite integration, techniques of integration, integration of polynomials, integration by parts, trigonometric substitution, partial fractions, applications of integration, numerical integration, sequences and series, power series, periodic series, properties of matrices, and applications of complex numbers. |
| PHYS71165 | Physics II
Description: This course introduces fundamental principles of mechanics. |
| PROG71985 | Programming Principles
Description: This course introduces software design and implementation using the C language. Topics include: algorithm design, modular code design, programming style, functions, arrays, pointers strings, data structures, and file I/O. An emphasis will be placed on proper design to produce reliable, robust and maintainable software. |
| Level 3 | |
| CEPR71050 | Co-op and Career Preparation
Description: This series of modules prepares degree level students for job searching for their co-op work terms and for their future careers. Students will examine the co-operative education policies and procedures and will learn the expectations, rules, and regulations that apply in the workplace concerning social, organizational, ethical, and safety issues while deepening their awareness of self-reflective practices. Students will critically reflect on their skills, attitudes, and expectations and evaluate available opportunities in the workplace. Successful completion of this course is a requirement for co-op eligibility. |
| EECE72405 | Engineering Project III
Description: The design, implementation and evaluation of several individual and group projects that integrate the fundamental telecommunications, digital, electronics, and software knowledge and skills learned this semester. Appropriate problem solving, communication and time management skills are emphasized. |
| EECE72435 | Telecommunications and Signal Processing
Description: An introduction to modern telecommunications and the techniques used to condition information for its optimal transmission in both analog and digital formats. Topics include the electromagnetic spectrum, basic components of communication systems, and both analog and digital modulation and demodulation techniques. |
| EECE73230 | Digital Design
Description: This course covers the electronic properties of logic gates, the design and modelling of digital hardware systems using a hardware description language, electrical interfacing between logic families, and the programming of microprocessors. Various computational and control problems are solved using a combination of hardware and software solutions. |
| ELCN72015 | Electronics II
Description: This course introduces students to the analysis and design of amplifier circuits. Topics include frequency response, power amplifiers, techniques for biasing and loading amplifiers, differential amplifiers, and multistage amplifiers. |
| MATH72300 | Math III
Description: Major areas of study are differential equations, a continuation of linear algebra, and an introduction to multivariable analysis. Topics include: solutions to ordinary differential equations of first and higher orders, vector spaces, linear transforms, linear systems, multivariable functions, partial derivatives, gradient vectors, and line integrals. |
| MGMT72000 | Project Management and Methods
Description: Management of large scale projects is both a science and art. Engineering projects are typically complex, are comprised of many tasks/components and involve a cross-section of different functional teams. In industry, one of the biggest challenges is to ensure product development or implementation is on time and within the original project parameters. One key success factor for managers is to be able to organize, lead and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. This course is designed to provide the student with an overview of the structure, functions and operations of projects. A significant emphasis will be on problem solving and teamwork skills while also providing practical training on the software tools and project planning processes/techniques. Key topics include goal setting, identifying dependency relationships, outlining resources required, concurrent activity management, decision theory, monitoring and controlling of progress to result in the successful completion of projects. Overall, this course helps prepare students how best to work as a productive member of a team. |
| PROG72365 | Data Structures and Algorithms
Description: This course emphasizes problem solving and software design that make use of efficient and effective data organization. Essential advanced data structures are discussed, analysed, and implemented. Algorithms for sorting, searching, and other applications are studied and implemented. Efficiencies and costs of selected algorithms are evaluated. Object oriented programming is introduced. |
| Level 4 | |
| BUS72060 | Business Foundations
Description: This course introduces the fundamentals of business organizations, the basics of time value of money, financial and cost accounting, and process and operations management. This background will be coupled with two equally important areas of business which are marketing and management in order to produce a well balanced business foundation learning outcome for engineers. |
| EECE72395 | Embedded Systems Hardware
Description: This course covers the design and implementation of microcontroller-based embedded system hardware. The circuit design, fabrication, assembly and testing of a multi-layer printed wiring board assembly for a specified embedded control and communication application is studied. |
| EECE72425 | Digital Signal Processing
Description: This course covers the description, analysis, design and realization of discrete-time systems. Topics include: discrete signals, sampling and aliasing, quantization, discrete correlation and convolution, the discrete Fourier transform, the Z-transform, and the bilinear transform. These mathematical tools are applied to the analysis, design, and implementation of Finite Impulse Response (FIR) and Infinite Impulse Response (IIR) filters. |
| EECE72545 | Engineering Project IV
Description: The design, implementation and evaluation of individual and group projects that integrate the fundamental technical knowledge and skills learned in previous semesters with the embedded system, signal processing and software concepts learned this semester. Appropriate problem solving, communication and time management skills are emphasized. |
| SENG72005 | Embedded Systems Software
Description: This course covers the design, programming and testing of software for embedded systems. The implementation of software for low-level device interfacing and real-time control in a microcontroller environment is examined. |
|
Electives: Interdisciplinary
Student must complete a minimum of 42 Hours Interdisciplinary Elective Details | |
| Level 5 | |
| COOP73130 | Co-op Work Term I (ESE)
Description: The co-op work term will provide students with college-approved work experience within an electronic systems engineering environment. Through this course, students will be provided an opportunity to build skills (physical and procedural skills including accuracy, precision, and efficiency); assist in the acquisition of knowledge in and application of knowledge gained in the academic setting (concepts and terminology in a discipline or field of study); develop critical, creative, and dialogical thinking (improved thinking and reasoning processes); cultivate problem solving and decision-making abilities (mental strategies for finding solutions and making choices); explore attitudes, feelings, and perspectives (awareness of attitudes, biases, and other perspectives, ability to collaborate); practice professional judgment (sound judgment and appropriate professional action in complex, context-dependent situations); and reflect on experience (self- discovery and personal growth from real-world experience). |
| Level 6 | |
| CHEM72005 | Chemistry
Description: This course provides students with the opportunity to perform a number of chemistry experiments increasing their practical knowledge, investigation skills, chemical processes in industrial settings and safety awareness. Topics covered may include: chemical reactions, acids and bases, Newton's Law of Cooling, reduction and oxidation, polymerization and synthesis of acetylene. |
| EECE73205 | Engineering Project V
Description: The design, implementation and evaluation of individual and group projects that integrate the fundamental technical knowledge and skills learned in previous semesters with product development process and quality concepts learned this semester. Appropriate problem solving, communication and time management skills are emphasized. |
| EECE73220 | Signals and Control Systems
Description: This course covers the modeling and analysis of continuous-time signals and systems, and the design of closed-loop controllers to modify the response of a give system to meet a given specification. Topics include: the Laplace transform and related theorems. transfer functions, stability, transient, steady-state and frequency response analysis, the design of compensators by root locus and frequency response techniques. |
| ELCN73005 | Electronics III
Description: This course covers the analysis and design of circuits for linear and non-linear signal conditioning applications using op-amps and related components. Consideration is given to both DC and AC device characteristics and limitations. Laplace-domain techniques are used for the analysis and design of active and passive circuits. |
| INFO72220 | Operating Systems
Description: This course performs an in-depth study of the organization of operating systems for various computer platforms. Aspects covered include process scheduling, process synchronization, multi-process computation, deadlock avoidance, and file system organization and integrity. |
| MATH73050 | Probability and Statistics
Description: The study of the mathematics of probability and statistics. Examples are formulated from various Engineering, scientific and other disciplines. |
| Level 7 | |
| COOP73140 | Co-op Work Term II (ESE)
Description: The co-op work term will provide students with college-approved work experience within an electronic systems engineering environment. Through this course, students will be provided an opportunity to build skills (physical and procedural skills including accuracy, precision, and efficiency); assist in the acquisition of knowledge in and application of knowledge gained in the academic setting (concepts and terminology in a discipline or field of study); develop critical, creative, and dialogical thinking (improved thinking and reasoning processes); cultivate problem solving and decision-making abilities (mental strategies for finding solutions and making choices); explore attitudes, feelings, and perspectives (awareness of attitudes, biases, and other perspectives, ability to collaborate); practice professional judgment (sound judgment and appropriate professional action in complex, context-dependent situations); and reflect on experience (self- discovery and personal growth from real-world experience) |
| Level 8 | |
| EECE73125 | Engineering Project VI
Description: The design, implementation and evaluation of several individual and group projects that integrate the fundamental technical knowledge and skills learned in previous semesters with the networking concepts learned this semester. Appropriate problem solving, communication and time management skills are emphasized. |
| INFO73180 | Data Communications and Networks
Description: This course covers data communication and internetworking principles, design of practical data network and protocols, analysis of network performance, and overview of network security and management techniques. Topics include: characterization of data traffic, principals of packet switching, routing algorithms, TCP/IP protocol & internetworking, real-time services over internet, network security techniques and network management systems, local area and industrial data networks. |
| MATH73235 | Advanced Topics in Mathematics
Description: This course is divided between advanced topics selected from calculus, statistics and discrete mathematics. Topics are selected to support advanced studies in natural sciences and engineering. Commonly selected topics would include aspects of partial derivatives, surface integrals, spherical and cylindrical coordinates, methods of proof, number and set theory, stochastic processes and queuing theory. |
| MECH73115 | Thermodynamics
Description: Topics in this course include: the fundamental elements of classical macroscopic thermodynamics and heat transfer; basic concepts; properties of pure substances; laws of thermodynamics; flow and non-flow thermodynamic processes; mixtures of gases; power cycles; refrigeration cycles; thermodynamics of Gas Flow; combustion processes; heat transfer: conduction, convection, and radiation. |
| SCIE71000 | Introduction to Natural Sciences
Description: This course examines several areas in the natural sciences including astronomy, geology and biology. In the astronomy section students acquire a basic understanding of the universe, its origin and composition, and the inter-relationships between galaxies, stars, planets, including our own solar system. Cosmology and current ideas regarding space exploration are also discussed. In the geology section of the course students acquire a basic understanding of the various geological principles including earth's structure and materials, Earth's history, Earth's processes and the impact of natural disasters. Current research into the prediction of natural disasters and the study and use of Earth's materials are also discussed. In the biology section, students examine various sub-disciplines of biology, thereby gaining an understanding of the nature of life and its complex interactions with the biotic and abiotic environments. The impact of and preventive measures for infectious diseases, advancements in DNA technology and the health of our biosphere are also discussed. Throughout the course students develop critical thinking and analytical reasoning skills. Research methods are discussed and the impact of current research in the Natural Sciences in contemporary society is assessed. |
| SENG73000 | Software Engineering
Description: This course integrates current software engineering design and development techniques and technologies with domain knowledge and tools of modern software systems and applications. Fundamental knowledge, design methodologies, development techniques, and future directions are discussed and developed in the context of current applications. Methods used in trending areas of software development such as distributed software systems, embedded systems, Internet of Things, and cloud computing are explored. Specific topics may include markup languages for communication, server management, and database technologies for data storage and retrieval. Quality of service characteristics in these domains (such as reliability, robustness, security, and verification) are also considered. |
| Level 9 | |
| COOP74030 | Co-op Work Term III (ESE)
Description: The third co-op work term will provide students with college-approved work experience within an electronic systems engineering environment. Through this course students will be provided an opportunity to: build skills (physical and procedural skills including accuracy, precision, and efficiency); assist in the acquisition of knowledge in and application of knowledge gained in the academic setting (concepts and terminology in a discipline or field of study); develop critical, creative, and dialogical thinking (improved thinking and reasoning processes); cultivate problem solving and decision-making abilities (mental strategies for finding solutions and making choices); explore attitudes, feelings, and perspectives (awareness of attitudes, biases, and other perspectives, ability to collaborate); practice professional judgment (sound judgment and appropriate professional action in complex, context-dependent situations); and reflect on experience (self-discovery and personal growth from real-world experience). |
| Level 10 | |
| ECON74000 | Economics for Engineers
Description: Engineering Economics is a requirement of the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board. Marketing and price determination. Project cash flows. Assessment of alternative investments/equipment/projects and determination of output decisions. Depreciation of equipment. Factors affecting decisions: Taxation, Inflation. Assessment and management of uncertainties and risk. |
| EECE74100 | Computer Architecture
Description: This course is a study of computer architecture and the factors influencing the design of hardware and software elements of computer systems. Topics include: instruction set design, processor micro-architecture and pipelining, cache and virtual memory organizations, protection and sharing, in-order and out-of-order superscalar architectures, multithreaded architectures, symmetric multiprocessors, memory models and synchronization, parallel computers, reconfigurable systems and emerging technologies. |
| EECE74110 | Wireless Communications and Networks
Description: This course covers principles of packet radio communications, and their practical applications in contemporary cellular mobile and wireless local & personal area data networks. Topics include: radio path characterization & modeling; advanced modulation, multiplexing and channelization schemes; mobility management and network discovery techniques; and network architecture, radio access and channel assignment schemes. |
| EECE74125 | Capstone Project I
Description: The design, implementation and evaluation of a capstone project that integrates the technical knowledge and skills learned in previous and the current semesters. Appropriate research, problem solving, communication, time and project management skills are emphasized. |
| LAW74600 | Law, Ethics and Professional Practice
Description: In this course students will study the role of law in society, the Canadian legal system, law of torts, contract law, protection of intellectual property, forms of business organizations such as sole proprietorships, partnerships and corporations, foundations of ethical reasoning, engineering Codes of Ethics, professional engineering Acts, ethical dilemmas encountered in the engineering profession, ethical issues related to the protection of the environment, risks associated with engineering activities, protection of public interests, regulation of the engineering profession in Canada, and disciplinary powers delegated by the governments to engineering associations. |
| PHYS74100 | Electromagnetism
Description: This course covers the fundamental physics of electromagnetic phenomena focusing on the study of transmission lines, electric and magnetic phenomena under static conditions, time-varying fields, plane-wave propagation, wave reflection and transmission, and radiation. Applications and examples will be taken from transmission lines, antennas and waveguides |
| Level 11 | |
| EECE74135 | Capstone Project II
Description: A continuation of Capstone Project I, this course completes the design, implementation and evaluation of a capstone project. Appropriate research, problem solving, communication, time and project management skills are emphasized. |
| ELCN74000 | Selected Topics in Power Electronics
Description: The core of this course is the analysis and design of electronic circuits and systems for the control of power conversion and switching. The characteristics, selection and application of various power switching devices is covered. Both grid-connected and battery-powered applications are considered. Associated issues including safety and device protection, thermal and EMI considerations, and power quality are discussed. |
| MATH74000 | Numerical Methods
Description: This course covers the solution of mathematical problems using numerical approximation and analysis. The topics covered in this course include the effects of errors and approximations on numerical results, solving equations numerically, techniques of curve fitting, data modeling, numerical differentiation and numerical integration. |
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Electives: Program Option
Student must complete a minimum of 42 Hours | |
View Program Option Electives | |
Please note that all courses may not be offered in all semesters. Go to your student portal for full timetabling details under "My Courses". | |
| CNTR73150 | Artificial Intelligence
Description: Topics in this course include: solving problems by searching (uninformed search algorithms, informed search algorithms, nonclassical search) and learning (regression and classification with linear models and artificial neural networks). The students will develop computer programs for solving a given problem using different searching methods and for simple character recognition using neural networks. |
| EECE74085 | Advanced DSP Applications
Description: An exploration of software and systems used to implement digital signal processing (DSP) applications. Students research and present a seminar on a DSP application or system. |
| INFO74075 | Network Administration and Security
Description: This course introduces packet radio communications engineering, contemporary cellular mobile networks and wireless data networks, such as wireless local area networks (WLANs) and wireless personal area networks (WPANs). It also develops practical skills of selecting wireless devices, setting up and configuring WLAN and WPAN networks. |
| MECH74100 | Advanced Technical Elective I
Description: On an individual basis and through self-directed learning, students will select an area of specialized study involving engineering analysis, design, development and research. The area of study may be in product design, process design or process control. It may include a new design, design improvement/refinement or applied research. The study will be under the supervision of a faculty or industry mentor and may include industry-based projects or applied research with a multi-disciplinary approach. Students must approach faculty members regarding supervision in the term preceding the start of this course. |
| OPER73240 | Operations Management
Description: The term operations management refers to the direction and control of the processes that transform inputs into finished goods and services. This function is essential to systems producing goods and services in both profit and non-profit organizations. The goal of the course is to help students become effective managers in today's competitive, global environment. The course will examine operations as a competitive weapon, demand forecasting, supply-chain management, aggregate planning, inventory systems, just-in-time systems and material requirements planning. |
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Electives: Interdisciplinary
Student must complete a minimum of 42 Hours Interdisciplinary Elective Details | |
Program Outcomes
- Apply university level mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering principles to solve engineering problems involving electronic systems.
- Apply critical thinking to identify, formulate, analyze, and solve complex engineering problems related to the design and application of electronic systems, to reach substantiated conclusions.
- Determine requirements and develop specifications for electronic systems.
- Conduct investigations related to electronic systems using methods that include appropriate research and experimentation, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to reach substantiated conclusions.
- Evaluate, verify and validate electronic systems against specifications and requirements.
- Creatively transform ideas and concepts into robust technical solutions that meet stakeholder requirements specifically considering health and safety risks, applicable standards, and economic, environmental, cultural and societal constraints.
- Design, model, analyze, simulate, implement, and integrate electronic systems hardware and software to realize solutions that conform to design specifications and stakeholder requirements.
- Create, select, adapt, and extend appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering tools for the design, analysis, simulation, evaluation, and implementation of electronic systems, and apply them appropriately giving consideration to their associated limitations.
- Apply concepts of human relations and organizational behaviour to establish and maintain effective relationships using leadership, interpersonal, group dynamics and conflict resolution skills across diverse teams and groups.
- Communicate complex engineering concepts to technical and non-technical audiences using written, oral, and graphical methods producing effective reports, presentations, design documentation, and instructions.
- Interpret professional, ethical, and legal codes of practice required to be in compliance with industrial, labour and environmental legislation, and to protect the public and public interest.
- Apply the concepts of sustainability, environmental stewardship, and an awareness of societal impacts, including an appreciation for the interactions and uncertainties involved, to design and development activities.
- Apply professional ethics, accountability and equity to demonstrate, value, and respect diversity across global and societal contexts.
- Integrate technical skills and knowledge with current business practices to provide economically sound solutions to product realization problems.
- Effectively manage enterprise resources and risk through the application of project management principles and techniques.
- Identify and address individual needs for continuing education and professional development to maintain technical and professional competence, and to contribute to the advancement of knowledge.
Software Downloads
- Students and instructors in a full-time science, technology, engineering or mathematics program are entitled to a number of additional Microsoft software packages through Conestoga's Microsoft Partner Agreement.
- Your login information will determine what programs you have access to download.
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