• ECE 554: Computer Security/Forensics

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  Application of the principles of computer forensic analysis to modern security problems. Covers industry and government standards and guidelines for the forensic examination and analysis of audit data, disk drives, and computer programs. Provides guidelines for establishing and maintaining a forensic laboratory capability.Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.
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• ECE 555: Embedded Systems

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  Design principles, analysis methods and case studies of microprocessor-based and time-critical embedded systems, such as sensor and actuator networks, multimedia devices and avionics. Topics include real-time operating systems, single-processor scheduling, multi-processor scheduling, distributed systems, quality of service, resource management, end-to-end processor utilization control, embedded middleware, power-aware computing, energy management, and fault-tolerance.Comment(s): Prior knowledge may satisfy prerequisite with consent of instructor.
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• ECE 559: Secure/Trstwrthy Com Hrdwr Des

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  In-depth study on a range of new developments for the design of secure and trustworthy computer hardware. Topics covered include physical and invasive attack models, side-channel analysis (SCA) attacks, physical unclonable functions, hardware-based random number generators, watermarking of intellectual property (IP) blocks, FPGA security, passive and active metering for piracy prevention, and hardware Trojan detection and isolation. Hands-on assignments will be given, requiring demonstration, presentation and report writing. Credit Restriction: Students cannot receive credit for both 459 and 559.Recommended Background: Electrical and Computer Engineering 351.
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• ECE 563: Intro to Fire Protection Engr

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  The application of fire protection engineering principles to the safe design, wiring, and construction of buildings and infrastructure. Topics include safety and performance-based design, fire dynamics, fire hazard and risk analysis, national electrical codes, public fire service operations, detection and alarm systems, and transportation fire safety.Registration Permission: Consent of Instructor.
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• ECE 564: Enclosure Fire Dynamics

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  The application of fire protection engineering principles to enclosure fire dynamics. Topics include estimating the energy release rates of a fire, fire plumes characteristics, pressure and flows through openings, fire gas temperatures, smoke filling rates and species production, and fire modeling.(RE) Corequisite(s): 563.
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• ECE 565: Prncpls/Elctrl Arc Flash Hazrd

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  Provides a detailed understanding of changing engineering standards for arc flash hazards and resulting explosions as covered by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), Underwriters Laboratories (UL), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Addresses industry standards and advanced calculation methods recommended by IEEE 1584, NFPA 70E, and OSHA during electrical power generation, transmission, and distribution. Class lectures consist of presentations, labs, and demonstrations (Lectures are archived for distance learning formats).Recommended Background: senior or graduate standing.
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• ECE 567: Forensic Engineering

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  The application of forensic engineering tools to the comprehensive investigation and analysis of materials, products, structures or components that fail or do not operate or function as intended, causing personal injury or damage to property. Tools used include root cause analysis, timelines, fault trees, and failure mode and effects analysis. This is the third prerequisite course for students interested in pursuing the Fire Protection Engineering Graduate Certificate.Registration Permission: Consent of Instructor.
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• ECE 569: Mobile & Embedded Sys Security

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  In-depth study on mobile device security with a specific emphasis on mobile phones. Focus on mobile security in payment systems, authentication (e.g., biometric), and mobile malware. Hands-on experience with vulnerabilities and exploits with mobile device systems. In-depth case studies of mobile devices in medical device systems and transportation systems. Hands-on assignments will be given, requiring demonstration, presentation and report writing.Credit Restriction: Students cannot receive credit for both 469 and 569.Recommended Background: Computer Science 302.
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• ECE 572: Digital Image Processing

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  Spatial and transform processing of images. Neighborhood operators, image enhancement, restoration, and coding. Segmentation techniques. Image representation and description.Recommended Background: As least one year of calculus.
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• ECE 573: 3D Meth Robot Sens/Visn/Visl

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

  
  Tools used in image synthesis and analysis; 3D recovery by nonlinear estimation. Projective geometry, analytic photogrammetry, range sensing, lighting models, differential geometry, and 3D rendering.
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