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Course Outlines

Spring 2026 - MSE 280 D100

Signals and Systems (3)

Class Number: 3887

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 5 – Apr 10, 2026: Mon, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
    Surrey

    Jan 5 – Apr 10, 2026: Wed, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
    Surrey

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Apr 23, 2026
    Thu, 8:30–11:30 a.m.
    Surrey

  • Prerequisites:

    MSE 281 or MATH 260.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

The objectives of this course are to cover the modelling and analysis of continuous and discrete signals using linear techniques. Topics covered include: methods for the basic modelling of physical systems; discrete and continuous convolution; impulse and step response; transfer functions and filtering; the continuous Fourier transform and its relationship to the Laplace transform; frequency response and Bode plots; sampling; Students with credit for ENSC 380 or SEE 341 may not take this course for further credit.

COURSE DETAILS:

This course provides students with basic tools in the analysis and design of linear systems. Students will learn about continuous-time and discrete-time signals, mathematical descriptions of systems, properties of systems, Convolution, and the impulse response of continuous and discrete-time linear time-invariant (LTI) systems, Fourier series of periodic continuous and discrete time signals, Fourier transform of continuous and discrete time signals, frequency response of systems, sampling and interpolation of continuous-time signals, and LTI system analysis with Laplace transforms. Students will also learn the use of Matlab for relevant problems.

Grading

  • Laboratory 10%
  • Quizzes (min 3) 20%
  • Mid-term 30%
  • Final 40%

NOTES:

Notes: This grading scheme is tentative. The instructor reserves the right to change the scheme

Materials

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Registrar Notes:

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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.