Design for Electrical and Computer Engineers

This book is written for students and teachers engaged in electrical and computer engineering (ECE) design projects, primarily in the senior year. It guides students and faculty through the steps necessary for the successful execution of design projects. The objective of the text is to provide a treatment of the design process in ECE with a sound academic basis that is integrated with practical application. It has a strong guiding vision -- that a solid understanding of the Design Process, Design Tools, and the right mix of Professional Skills are critical for project and career success. This text is unique in providing a comprehensive design treatment for ECE. Table of contentsPart I – The Engineering Design Process Chapter 1: The Engineering Design Process Chapter 2: Project Selection and Needs Identification Chapter 3: The Requirements Specification Chapter 4: Concept Generation and Evaluation Part II – Design Tools Chapter 5: System Design I: Functional Decomposition Chapter 6: System Design II: Behavior Models Chapter 7: Testing Chapter 8: System Reliability Part III – Professional Skills Chapter 9: Teams and Teamwork Chapter 10: Project Management Chapter 11: Ethical and Legal Issues Chapter 12: Oral Presentations Appendices References Appendix A Glossary Appendix B Decision Making with Analytical Hierarchy ProcessAppendix C Component Failure Rate Data Appendix D Manufacturer Datasheets Index