M.Eng. Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Master in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

M.Eng. Electrical and Electronics Engineering

1. List of Academic Staff

Name	Status and Qualification	Research Interests
A. I. Abdullateef	Senior Lecturer & Ag Head of Department B.Eng. (OSUA); M.Eng. (Benin); Ph.D. (IIUM, Malaysia); R.Engr. (Nigeria), MNSE	Electrical Power and Machine Engineering
Y. A. Adediran	Professor M.Sc., (Budapest); M.Sc. (Ibadan); Ph.D. (FUT Minna); R.Engr. (Nig); MIEEE, FMNSE	Telecommunications and Industrial Engineering
Nazmat. T. Surajudeen- Bakinde	Reader B.Eng., M.Eng.,(Ilorin); Ph.D. (Liverpool); R.Engr. (Nigeria); MNSE, MIEEE	Optimisation Techniques and Radio Propagation
A.Y. Abdulrahman	Reader B. Eng., M.Eng. (Ilorin); Ph.D. (UTM, Malaysia); R.Engr. (Nigeria); MIEEE, MNSE	Radio Waves Propagation
I. O. A. Omeiza	Senior Lecturer B.Eng., M.Eng., Ph.D. (Ilorin); R.Engr. (Nigeria)	Signal Processing, Digital Image Processing and Computer Vision Systems
O. Ibrahim	Senior Lecturer B.Eng. (Ilorin); M.Eng. (Glasgow,UK); Ph.D. (UTP, Malaysia); R.Engr. (Nigeria); MIEEE	Electrical Power and Control Systems Engineering
A. O. Otuoze	Senior Lecturer B.Eng. (Ilorin); M.Eng. (Benin); Ph.D. (UTM, Malaysia); R.Engr. (Nigeria); MIEEE	Electrical Power and Machine Engineering
A.S. Afolabi	Senior Lecturer B.Eng.; M.Eng. (Ilorin); Ph.D. (Kobe, Japan); R.Engr. (Nigeria)	Telecommunications
J. Akanni	Senior Lecturer B.Eng.; M.Eng. (Ilorin); Ph.D. (Ilorin); R.Engr. (Nigeria)	Telecommunications
O. O. Mohammed	Senior Lecturer B.Eng. (BUK, Kano); M.Sc. (Coventry, UK); Ph.D. (UTM, Malaysia); R.Engr. (Nigeria); MIEEE	Electrical Power and Machine Engineering
Temitope O. Fajemilehin	Lecturer I B.Sc. (OAU); M.Eng. (Ilorin); Ph.D. (PAU, Nairobi); R.Engr. (Nigeria) MIEEE; MNSE	Telecommunications
*O.A Lasode	Professor B.Eng., M.Eng. (Ilorin); Ph.D.(Ilorin); R.Engr. (Nigeria)	Convective Heat Transfer, Solar Energy, Hydro- power Energy System,

		Biomass Energy Studies.
*J .F. Opadiji	Reader B.Eng., M.Eng. (Ilorin); D.Eng. (Kobe, Japan); R.Engr. (Nigeria)	Systems Engineering
*T. A. Ajiboye	Reader B.Sc. (Ibadan); M.Eng., Ph.D. (Ilorin); R.Engr. (Nigeria)	Control Systems Engineering

*Lecturers from other departments

B. Introduction

The programme is designed to deepen the knowledge and mastery of advanced Electrical and Electronics Engineering concepts. The available areas of specialisation include: Computers and Control Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, and Power Systems and Machines.

C. Philosophy

The philosophy of the programme is the enhancement and development of highly skilled professionals for the public, industries as well as for teaching and research in Tertiary Institutions. The programme ensures a mastery/thorough understanding of the fundamental theories of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, thereby increasing the student‘s level of self-reliance and ability for innovation.

D. Aim and Objectives

The aim of the programme is to produce postgraduates who are able to build on what they learnt at undergraduate level so as to become authority at their chosen specialty in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.

Objectives:

1. putting in place a curriculum that covers advanced Electrical Engineering principles;
2. exposing the students to research methodologies in Electrical Engineering; and
3. providing adequate training in modern design, implementation and enhance the worth of graduates in industries or research institutions.

E. Admission Requirements

Candidates are required to possess the following:

1. ―O‖ Level Credits or equivalent in five subjects including Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English Language, and any one of the following subjects: Biology, Agricultural Science, Further Mathematics and Technical Drawing.
2. Graduates of University of Ilorin or any other approved university with appropriate Bachelor degree and at least a Second Class (Honours) Upper Division or equivalent will be admitted for M.Eng (Electrical and Electronics Engineering).
3. Graduates of the University of Ilorin or any other approved university who obtained a degree classification less than a Second Class Upper Division may be admitted provided they satisfy the Board of Postgraduate School by scoring minimum of 55% in a qualifying examination administered by the university.
4. Candidates with Upper Credit pass in the Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in a relevant Engineering discipline, from a recognized University may also be admitted to a Master degree programme after scoring a minimum of 55% in a qualifying examination administered by the University.

F. Duration of the Programme

1. The Full-time programme shall run for a minimum of 12 calendar months and a maximum of 24 calendar months.
2. The Part-time programme shall run for a minimum of 24 calendar months and a maximum of 36 calendar months.

G. Detailed Course Description

ELE 801 Advanced Engineering Mathematics 3 Credits

Review of laplace. Fourier. Z-transforms and their applications to solving ODE. PDE and difference equations. Linear algebra. Cayley-Hamilton theorem. Sylvester‘s theorem. Jordan form. Extraction of eigenvalues of matrices. Singular value decomposition vs. Eigenvalue decomposition and applications. Complex integral transform algorithms. Short-time fourier transforms: Green‘s, Bessel‘s and Gamma‘s functions. 45h (T); C

ELE 802 Advanced Engineering Mathematics II 3 Credits

Introduction to linear spaces. Graph theory. Numerical solution of matrix equations. Gaussian elimination. Crout algorithm. Iterative techniques: Jacobi, Gauss-Seidel. Successive over-relaxation methods. Numerical solution of ordinary differential equations. Euler transform. Adams-Moulton and Runge-Kutta methods. Numerical solutions of partial differential equations. Iterative solution of non-linear equations: mid-point, Newton-Raphson, secant and regular-Falsie Methods. Solution of large linear systems. 45h (T); C

ELE 803 Systems Planning and Management Credits

Linear programming. Network analysis. Transportation algorithm. Assignment problems. Dynamic programming: CPM, PERT, Shortest path algorithms, least-time problems. Queuing models and applications. Management principles. Project management definition and constraints. Project life cycle. Project planning and scheduling. Project management tools. Contract law, Maximal flow algorithm, minimum spanning tree algorithm, Markov chains, Replacement model, Genetic Algorithm. 30h (T); E

ELE 804 Advanced Reliability Engineering 2 Credits

Life-cycle model. FTA: cut and path sets. FMECA. Common-cause failures. Failure-rate models: exponential, weibull, log-normal. Reliability growth models. Human reliability. Reliability testing and demonstration methods. Legal and regulatory aspects. Markov processes. Maintainability. Availability. Economics of reliability. Quality control. Acceptance sampling. 30h (T); E

ELE 805 Advanced Research and Development Techniques 2 Credits

Definition. Characteristics. Types and applications of research. Formulating a research problem. Research processes. Writing a research proposal. Sampling and analysis of data. Constructing hypothesis. Research design. Writing a research report. Intellectual-property issues: patents, copyrights, piracy and plagiarism. Trade secrets. 30h (T); E

ELE 806 Optical Communications  2 Credits

Optical fibre: P-I-N and avalanche photodiode receivers. Performance analysis and design. Modulation formats. Coherent and non-coherent detection. Performance degradation. Optical amplifiers. Optical multiplexing techniques. Free space optical links. Optical LAN, WAN. Broadcast and selected optical networks. Wavelength routed optical networks. Future trends. 30h (T); E

ELE 807 Power Electronics and Industrial Drives 3 Credits

Modelling and analysis of switching circuits. Parallel module dynamics. Multi- converter interaction: resonance converters, stability assessment, reduced party converters, integrated structure, programmable switching regulators, digital switch mode controllers, and power electronic converter-on-a-chip, single and multi-phase controlled and uncontrolled rectifier and inverters. 45h (T); C

ELE 808 Communication Networks Theory and Design 2 Credits

Network components. Network classes. Transmission links. Transmission modes. Transmission protocols. Design and analysis of network nodes. Topological design. Link capacity assignment. Network protocols. Flow/congestion control. Routing algorithms. Birth-death process and Markovian queues in equilibrium. Performance analysis using queuing theory. 15h (T); 45h (P); E

ELE 809 Electrical Machines Design and Analysis 3 Credits

Introduction, Magnetic circuit, singly and multiple excited linear and cylindrical motions, non-linear magnetic system, Inductance in cylindrical and salient poles machines, Dynamic equations of induction machines. Machines Transformations: Three phase to two phase. Two phase reference frame, Pseudo stationary reference frame, Primitive machines. Arbitrary reference frame. Field orientation control of induction machines. Space vector formulation of induction machine equations. Steady state model of induction machines, Simulation of induction machines using relevant software. Introduction to salient pole synchronous machine modelling.45h (T); C

ELE 810 Renewable Energy Systems 3 Credits

Introduction to renewable energy technology. Solar energy. Wind energy. Biomass hydropower. Wave energy. Ocean thermal energy conversion. Tidal energy. Geothermal energy. Renewable hydrogen. State-of-the-art in renewable energy applications: biomass for heat, electric power and liquid fuels. Geo-energy sources: wind, solar and hydro power. Engineering calculations of power and energy availability of renewable energy source. Requirements for integrating renewable energy sources into production, distribution and end-user systems. 45h (T); E

ELE 811 Elements of Modern Control Theory 3 Credits

Review of classical control approaches. Matrix operations. Spectral analysis. State- space representations of dynamical systems. Solutions of state equations for LTI systems. Concepts of controllability, observability and stability. State feedback and robust control. Numerical techniques using MATLAB and EXCEL VBA. 45h (T); C

ELE 812 Control System Design 3 Credits

Review of classical control and modern control dynamical systems analysis. Compensation methods. PID controllers. Velocity, transient velocity and acceleration shunt feedback. Classical control design methods: polar, Bode, inverse polar, Root- locus techniques. Application of MATLAB and EXCEL VBA for system design. 45h (T); C

ELE 813 Special Topics in Computer and Control 2 Credits

Contents are flexible but reflect the current trends in technology of computer and control engineering.30h (T); E

ELE 814 High Voltage Technology and Electrical Materials 2 Credits

HV technology and testing methods. Impulse generation and analysis. HV dielectric phenomena. Conduction, breakdown in electric liquids and vacuum. Insulation problems associated with high-voltage apparatus. Electrical materials: conducting, magnetic and insulating materials, thin films. Electronic transportation. Introduction to super-conductivity. 30h (T); E

ELE 815 Special Topics in Power Systems and Machines 2 Credits

Contents are flexible but reflect the current trends in technology of electrical power systems and machines. 30h (T); E

ELE 816 Digital Control Systems 2 Credits

Fundamentals of sampling and digitisation. Z-transforms: z-transfer functions and difference equations. State-space representation of discrete and sampled data systems. Stability analysis: Routh-Hurwitz and the Schur-Cohn/Jury condition. Graphical analysis of linear sampled data systems. Digital controller design.30h (T); E

ELE 817 Power System Operation and Control 3 Credits

Power system control. Unit commitment. Security analysis overview. Transient stability problem. Acceleration equations. Stability criteria. Two-machine and multi- machine problems. Perturbation analysis. Eigenvalue sensitivity. Lyapunov theory and application to power systems stability. Generation capacity reserve evaluation. 45h (T); C

ELE 818 Advanced Control Theory 3 Credits

Minimisation of functional. Euler-Lagrange equations. Corner conditions. Optimal control problem. Pontryagin‘s principle. Riccatti equation. Principle of optimality and dynamic programming. Numerical solution of optimal control problems. Non- linear control systems: phase-plane techniques, describing functions, Lyapunov, stability and limit cycles. 45h (T); E

ELE 820 Power Systems Planning and Protection 2 Credits

Planning models. Economic generator size/site selection. Concept of reserves. AC/DC systems reactive planning. Short-circuit currents and voltages from fault studies. Protection for generators: transmission lines and transformers. Over-current protection schemes: circuit breakers, solid-state relays and computer control of relay. 30h (T); C

ELE 821 Advanced Electronics 3 Credits

Operational amplifiers and applications circuits: functional circuits and systems. Digital design with TTL and CMOS circuits. Linear ICs: phase locked loop. Design with PLDs. Prototyping techniques. 45h (T); C

ELE 822 Advanced Logic Design 3 Credits

Review of switching algebra. Analysis and synthesis of combinational logic. Synchronous versus asynchronous circuits. HDL tools. Simplification of switching functions. Karnaugh maps. Quine-McCluskey method. Espresso algorithm. Synchronous circuit design. Sequential devices. Analysis and synthesis of synchronous sequential circuits. Simplification and optimisation of sequential circuit. Asynchronous sequential circuits. Huffman circuit. Muller circuit. Timed circuits. Petri-net and graph-based method. Transformation methods. asynchronous data path: pipelines. Verification. Introduction to design for testability. Fault models. Combinational circuit testing. 45h (T); C

ELE 823 Integrated Circuit and VLSI Technology 3 Credits

Review of CMOS transistor. Analysis and design of digital MOS integrated circuits. Use of computer-aided circuit analysis. Logic styles: static, dynamic and pass logic, pass-mode gates and current-mode logic. Transistor sizing for minimum delay: noise margins, power dissipation. Design methodology: custom design, cell-based design. Subsystem design case studies: multiplier, barrel shifter. Physical design of digital circuits using technologies of very large scale integration. CMOS and Bi-CMOS logic blocks. CMOS processing technology, design rules, CAD issues, and limitation of CMOS technologies. Physical layouts and parasitic elements of CMOS circuits.30h (T); 45h (P); C

ELE 824 Communications Electronics 3 Credits

High frequency response characteristics of BJT‘s and FET‘s. Review of low- frequency and high-frequency models of transistors. Analysis and design of band- pass amplifiers. Cascade tuned amplifier. Synchronously tuned design. Stagger-tuned design. Neutralisation in narrow-band tuned amplifiers. Active RC-filters. Frequency conversion and mixer circuits. Automatic Gain control. Broad-band video amplifiers. Class C amplifiers. Transmitter and amplifier matching. DC and AC analysis of dual- input unbalanced-output differential amplifiers. Non-ideal Op-Amp compensation techniques. Oscillators and phase locked principles. 30h (T); 45h (P); C

ELE 825 Applications Software and Tool-Boxes 2 Credits

Review of EXCEL Spreadsheet and applications of EXCEL-VBA for systems analysis and design. Introduction to MATLAB and application toolboxes. Special applications for classical control system analysis and design. 15h (T); 45h (P); E

ELE 826 Microcontrollers and Embedded Systems 2 Credits

General considerations of microcontrollers: architecture, instruction set, interfacing and programming. Examples of microcontrollers. System design using microcontrollers. Software design issues. Real-time user interface. System applications. Microcontroller-based systems. Typical applications. Programming examples. Problems of assessing and verifying the system. 15h (T); 45h (P); C

ELE 827 Computer Communications 2 Credits

Review of digital communications. Computer networks. Queuing theory and performance analysis. OSI layering and BISDN layering modifications: data link layer, LANs and random access. Wireless LAN. Public networks. IP networks: addressing, routing and flow control. Introduction to ISDN. MPLS. 15h (T); 45h (P); E

ELE 828 Intelligent Control and Instrumentation 2 Credits

Fuzzy logic control. Neural network. Learning algorithm for neuro-fuzzy networks. Evolutionary programming techniques. Fuzzy EP techniques and genetic algorithm. ADC/DAC. Sensors. Actuators. RFID applications and development. Project may include simple application for supply chain, asset tracking theft reduction, retail, access control and tolls. 15h (T); 45h (P); E

ELE 829 Modern Digital System Techniques 3 Credits

SOC design. Hardware-software design. EDA tools. Logic core design. System integration and verification. PLDs. Programmable switch box. CAD flow using CPLD/FPGA. RTL Design techniques. Data path design. Control unit design. Chaining and multi cycling. Pipelining. Hardware description language. Embedded memories. SDRAM controller. 30h (T); 45h (P); E

ELE 830 Special Topics in Telecommunications 2 Credits

Contents are flexible but reflect the current trends in technology of electronics and communication.30h (T); E

ELE 831 Advanced Power Systems Analysis 3 Credits

System modelling. Load forecasting. Network analysis. Short-circuit analysis. Transmission system reliability modelling. Insulation coordination. Transformer technology.45h (T); C

ELE 832 Mobile and Personal Communication Systems 2 Credits

Cellular concept. Handoff strategies: trunking,  GOS, capacity improvement techniques. Modulation. Multiple access techniques. Channel coding. Speech coding. Wireless networking and standards. GMPC satellites. Radio wave propagation models. Simulation of narrowband channels. Wideband mobile radio channel. Diversity. Mobile radio antennas.30h (T); E

ELE 833 Telecommunication Policy and Standards 2 Credits

Fundamentals of communication policies. Standardisation: purpose and benefits. International standardisation. Domestic standardisation. Institutions for standardisation. International linkage between standardisation institutions. ITU policies and standards. NCC policies and standards. Communication law. Spectrum management techniques. 30h (T); E

ELE 834 Advanced Digital Signal Processing 3 Credits

Discrete-time signals and systems. Sampling operation. Analysis of discrete time systems in Z-domain. Frequency response analysis of discrete-time systems. Discrete Fourier transform and fast Fourier transform. Design of digital filters: FIR and IIR. Multiple-signal processing. Spectral analysis. Yule-walker equations. Levinson- Durbin algorithm. Lattice filters. Schur algorithm. Adaptive FIR filters. LMS algorithm. Image/video/audio processing. DSP hardware. Fixed/floating point. FPGA/DSP design using VHDL and visual data flow methodologies. 30h (T); 45h (P); C

ELE 835 Satellite Communications 3 Credits

Satellite frequency bands. Satellite orbits and orbital mechanics. Satellite subsystems: AOCS, ACS, OCS, TT and C. Power systems. Antennas. Earth station subsystem. Satellite link budget design: G/T ratio. Modulation. Multiplexing and multiple access techniques. VSAT technologies. Mobile satellite networks. Reliability of satellite systems. 45h (T); E

ELE 836 Microwave Communications 2 Credits

Microwave diodes, bipolar transistors, FETs. Transferred Electron devices. Transit- time devices. Tubes. Transmission line equations and solutions. Smith chart. ABCD and S-parameter matrices. Signal flow graph. Impedance transformation and matching. Special transformers. Waveguides and components. Stip line. Microwave measurements. Oscillators and resonators. Multifaction. 15h (T); 45h (P); C

ELE 837 Antenna Systems and Wave Propagation 3 Credits

Antenna fundamentals. Induction and radiation fields. Antenna arrays. Antenna matching. Microwave antennas. MIMO antennas. Antenna design using CAD techniques. Test equipment and measurement. Radio wave propagation models: indoor and outdoor. Statistical models for fading channels. RFID devices. 30h (T); 45h (P); C

ELE 838 Seminar 1 Credit

Presentation to the department of at least one seminar on the student‘s dissertation before final dissertation defence. 45h (P); C

ELE 839 Dissertation 6 Credits

Investigation of an electrical engineering problem, selection of appropriate methodology for its solution and implementation. Written comprehensive dissertation on the project is to be submitted for examination.270h (P); C

ELE 840 Computational Intelligence in Power Systems  2 Credits

Introduction to soft computing. Fuzzy set theory. Neural networks. Genetic algorithms. Intelligent software agents. Comparisons of traditional alternatives and advanced engineering applications. 30h (T); E

H. Graduation Requirements

A minimum of 31 Credits comprising 24 Credits of coursework, 1 Credit of seminar and 6 Credits of research is required for graduation for the award of Master of Engineering (M.Eng.).

I. Summary

i. Computers and Control Engineering Option

Core Courses: ELE 801 (3), ELE 802 (3), ELE 822 (3), ELE 823 (3), ELE 811 (3),

ELE 826 (2), ELE 812 (3), ELE 838 (1), ELE 839 (6)                                              27 Credits

Electives Courses: ELE 803 (2), ELE 805 (2), ELE 804 (2), ELE 821 (3), ELE 829 (3),

ELE 827 (2), ELE 816 (2), ELE 825 (2), ELE 828 (2), ELE 818 (3), ELE 817 (3), ELE 813 (2)

A student is required to register for and pass all the 27 Credits of core courses and at least 4 Credits of elective courses for the Computer and Control option.

ii. Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering Option

Core Courses: ELE 801 (3), ELE 802 (3), ELE 821 (3), ELE 811 (3), ELE 834 (3),

ELE 836 (2), ELE 837 (3), ELE 838 (1), ELE 839 (6) ELE 808 (2)                         27 Credits

Electives Course: ELE 803 (2), ELE 805 (2), ELE 804 (2), ELE 824 (3), ELE 832 (2),

ELE 833 (2), ELE 835 (3), ELE 806 (2), ELE 830 (2)

A student is required to register for and pass all the 27 Credits of core courses and at least 4 credits of optional courses for the Electronics and Communications option.

iii. Power Systems and Machines Option

Core Courses: ELE 801 (3), ELE 802 (3), ELE 807 (3), ELE 809 (3), ELE 831 (3),

ELE 817 (3), ELE 820 (2), ELE 838 (1), ELE 839 (6)                                              27 Credits

Electives Courses: ELE 803 (2), ELE 805 (2), ELE 804 (2), ELE 821 (3), ELE 811 (3),

ELE 810 (3), ELE 814 (2), ELE 840 (2), ELE 815 (2)

A student is required to register for and pass all the 27 Credits of core courses and at least 4 Credits of optional courses for the Power Systems and Machines option.