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151-0575-01L 4 Credits BSC , MSC D-HEST , D-INFK , D-MAVT , D-BIOL , D-MATH , D-BSSE
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Signals and Systems

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Andrea Carron
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:48:37

Abstract

Signals arise in most engineering applications. They contain information about the behavior of physical systems. Systems respond to signals and produce other signals. In this course, we explore how signals can be represented and manipulated, and their effects on systems. We further explore how we can discover basic system properties by exciting a system with various types of signals.

Objective

Master the basics of signals and systems. Apply this knowledge to problems in the homework assignments and programming exercise.

Content

Discrete-time signals and systems. Fourier- and z-Transforms. Frequency domain characterization of signals and systems. System identification. Time series analysis. Filter design.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Lecture notes available on course website.

Learning Materials (Links)

General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 150 minutes
Aids
A single A4 sheet of paper (double sided; hand-written or computer typed)
There is a written final exam during the examination session, which covers all material taught during the course, i.e. the material presented during the lectures and corresponding problem sets, programming exercises, and recitations.Additionally, there will be one continuous performance assessment task during the semester. The programming assignment is an optional learning task in the last third of the semester. It requires the student to understand and apply the lecture material. It contributes a maximum of 0.25 grade points to the final grade.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Signals and Systems
The lecture will start in the 2nd week of the Semester.
  • Thu 14:15-16:00 (ETF C 1)
2 h weekly
exercise Signals and Systems
The exercise will start in the 3rd week of the Semester.
  • Thu 16:15-18:00 (ETF C 1)
2 h weekly

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