Power Electronic Engineering

Analog Circuit Design | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862101

Analog Circuit Design

5.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

Stochastic signal theory: RMS, mean value, autocorrelation, cross correlation, spectral power density Noise in electronic circuits: noise types, noise sources, transistor noise, noise figure Circuit analysis with noise estimation: transistor and OpAmp noise calculations Active filter circuits: filter characteristics, Sallen-Key and multifeedback circuit, 4th order bandpass, NIC, Gyrator, gm-C filter, double-T Switched capacitor filter: charge balancing, amplifier, integrator, filter ADC/DAC specifications: ADC noise, ENOB, gain and offset error, INL, DNL, SFDR A/D and D/A converter: resistor-string, R-2R ladder, weighted current sources, charge redistribution, PWM, Delta-Sigma DAC, Flash, pipelined, SAR, Dual-Slope, Delta-Sigma ADC Bandgap references: base-emitter voltage temperature drift, bandgap ref. circuits Frontend design: example design with amplifier, filter and ADC, SNR and ENOB calculation Computer simulations of circuit noise

Data Analysis | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862106

Data Analysis

5.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

Summarizing, organizing, and presenting a set of data using descriptive statistics methods such as frequencies, visualization tools, and correlation and covariance matrix Describing and predicting outcomes in uncertain situations using probability theory and their limit theorems Definition and applications of random variables including limit theorems, distributions, and model and parameter estimations Use of software for statistical analysis

Design Tools and Laboratory Engineering | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862104

Design Tools and Laboratory Engineering

3.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

Procedural programming and the required programming environment Use of debugging techniques for analysis and troubleshooting in software systems Introduction to object-oriented programming concepts by designing and implementing classes using practical examples Introduction to laboratory operation Dimensioning and building of transistor and operational amplifier circuits on prototype boards Using lab equipment: power supplies and decoupling ICs, signal generation, multimeters, LCR bridge, oscilloscopes Iterative, manual creation of UI-curves and Bode diagrams Spice introduction to basic transistor and operational amplifier circuits Scientific data processing with numerical analysis tools and graphical presentation of results with respect to guidelines for reports PCB design workflow: capturing a schematic, routing of a PCB layout and the automatic generation of manufacturing and assembly data

Digital Circuit Design | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862102

Digital Circuit Design

5.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

Advanced hardware description language syntax and synthesizable HDL programming Practical circuit design and simulation (e.g., arithmetic circuits, finite state machine and interfaces such as SPI, I2C, I2S or UART) Verification techniques for digital circuits (e.g. simulation, assertions) Workflow for programmable logic devices (FPGAs) and their differences to digital integrated circuit designs (ASICs) Synthesis and static timing analysis On chip-bus systems (e.g.: Wishbone, AXI-4, APB, AHP)

Electronic Packaging | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862103

Electronic Packaging

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Introduction: overview, interaction between electrical and thermal performance Semiconductor manufacturing: backend processes, assembly and packaging of chips Advanced packaging: heterogeneous and multi-component packages, embedding and related concepts High integration for PCBs: multi-layer PCB design, signal integrity, routing Active and passive cooling concepts for electronic devices, heat sinks, heat pipes Chip packaging concepts: flip-chip, wire bonding and more, chip-to-package interactions and thermal considerations Advanced 3D PCB design with CAD Tools Assigning fabrication and assembly test points for mass production, flying-probe devices and bed-of-nails test fixtures Oscilloscope probe test point design Impedance-matched waveguides, differential lines and other copper structures, signal integrity in high-frequency applications Interfaces for microwave signal measurement, signal conditioning

Engineering Management 1 | Seminar (SE) | Coursecode: M240862108

Intercultural Communication

1.00

ECTS

1.00

SWS

Definition and differentiation of the term “culture” Dealing with one's own cultural identity as a starting point for cultural differences, getting to know the own culture better in order to be able to recognize different cultural behaviours Cultural diversity – comparison between the culture of the group members Fundamentals of communication: theoretical models and practical examples Interpersonal communication and communication theory in an intercultural context Introduction to group dynamics in an intercultural context Communicating effectively with multicultural groups of people in different situations Intercultural communication and everyday study life Introduction to the study of electronic engineering and the associated rights and obligations as a basis for an intercultural exchange about personal expectations and views on the common everyday study life

Engineering Management 1 | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862107

System Requirements Engineering

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Introduction into product development basics (development process, project organization,…) Definition systems engineering V-Model Systems engineering activities & work products Structuring principles incl. level structure Requirements engineering (development vs. danagement) System design within product development – requirements engineering & system architecture specification Model based systems engineering (MBSE) / SysML Basic requirements engineering and applied V-model in the semiconductor industry Requirements management & Design-to-Test Conformity & compliance Integration incl. integration management & test planning within product development Requirements management tools MBSE / SysML modeling tools

Software Design and Architectures | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862105

Software Design and Architectures

5.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

Object-Oriented Programming: Reinforcement of object-oriented programming concepts, with a focus on practical applications using examples from data structures and algorithms. Examination of fundamental configuration management methodologies, including source code versioning, build automation, and test automation. Object-Oriented Modeling: The fundamental principles of object-oriented modeling will be revisited, with a specific focus on Unified Modeling Language (UML) diagrams like package, class, object, sequence, state machine, and activity diagram. Object-Oriented Design: The essential principles of class and package design will be explored through hands-on examples to emphasize their significance in creating effective software solutions. Additionally, a variety of design patterns will be delved into, with particular attention to their relevance and implementation in embedded systems.

Machine Learning and Optimization | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862202

Machine Learning and Optimization

6.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

General concepts, algorithms, and models in machine learning such as constrained and unconstrained optimization, cross-validation, and model overfitting and underfitting. Data preparation techniques such as handling missing values and outliers, transforming data, binning, and encoding categorical variables Selection and application of appropriate machine learning models for clustering, classification, and regression Metrics-dependent model evaluation and model deployment into existing systems or processes

Radio Frequency Engineering | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862201

Radio Frequency Engineering

7.00

ECTS

4.00

SWS

Introduction: Electrodynamics, Maxwell’s equations Transmission line theory: telegraph equation, time-independent wave-equation, voltage- and current-waves on lossless transmission lines, characteristic impedance, wavelength, phase velocity, reflection coefficient, VSWR, matching, Smith chart, S-parameters microstrip lines, impedance matching networks Electromagnetic waves: plane waves in vacuum, plane waves in linear media (skin effect, eddy current, proximity effect, displacement current), electromagnetic waves in wave guides Antennas and antenna arrays: Hertz antenna (properties of the electromagnetic field, far-field), linear radiators, antenna arrays RF Components: baluns, directional couplers, power divider, circulator, double balanced mixers

Computer Architectures and Programming | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862203

Computer Architectures and Programming

6.00

ECTS

4.00

SWS

Exploration of an example microarchitecture and its Instruction set Assembly programming on the example microarchitecture and instruction emulation Methods and concepts for improving the performance of microarchitectures (e.g. pipelining, multiprocessors, branch prediction, out-of-order execution, speculative execution, cache memories) Workflow for implementing a microarchitecture on programmable system-on-chip or programmable logic devices as well as embedded software development for such hardware architectures Benchmarking of a state-of-the-art processor and its architectural features Operating system specific hardware components and concepts (memory management, cache coherency, simultaneous multithreading)

Digital Signal Processing | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862204

Digital Signal Processing

5.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

Review of discrete-time signals and systems, including signal representation, discrete-time convolution, eigen-signals, the discrete-time Fourier transform (DTFT), and the z-transform Analysis of the sampling theorem for sampling and reconstructing signals Analysis of the relationships between the continuous-time Fourier transform (CTFT), the discrete-time Fourier transform (DTFT), the discrete Fourier transform (DFT) and the fast Fourier transform (FFT) Design of finite impulse response (FIR), infinite impulse response (IIR), and adaptive filters to attenuate, equalize and generate signals Design of multi-rate systems to implement sample rate conversion and polyphase filters

Software Quality and Security | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862205

Software Quality and Security

6.00

ECTS

4.00

SWS

Software Inspection: This process includes examining source code to identify "Bad Smells", applying software metrics for code quality assessment, and using static code analysis to detect potential bugs Software testing: It encompasses unit tests, which target individual software components, and integration tests, which validate interactions between components to ensure seamless functionality Secure coding: This includes programming techniques like encapsulation, input validation, output encoding, secure data representation, and robust error handling & logging Cryptography in practice: It focuses on cryptographic techniques to secure data at rest, protecting sensitive information from unauthorized access and ensuring data integrity Reverse engineering: This involves analysis of binaries to understand their structure and functionality which is commonly used in debugging and security research

Digital Control Systems | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862209

Digital Control Systems

6.00

ECTS

4.00

SWS

Review of Control Systems: operation of analog and digital control systems, components, analog vs digital, transfer function, PID Identification of dynamic systems based on discrete time models Design and Implementation of Digital Controllers for SISO systems based on discrete transfer functions Design and Implementation of Digital Controllers for multivariable systems (MISO, MIMO) using state space representation Stability and robustness: design of control systems considering uncertainties of the plant’s parameters and disturbances Application of control design for electrical and electromechanical systems

Digital Signal Processing | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862204

Digital Signal Processing

5.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

Review of discrete-time signals and systems, including signal representation, discrete-time convolution, eigen-signals, the discrete-time Fourier transform (DTFT), and the z-transform Analysis of the sampling theorem for sampling and reconstructing signals Analysis of the relationships between the continuous-time Fourier transform (CTFT), the discrete-time Fourier transform (DTFT), the discrete Fourier transform (DFT) and the fast Fourier transform (FFT) Design of finite impulse response (FIR), infinite impulse response (IIR), and adaptive filters to attenuate, equalize and generate signals Design of multi-rate systems to implement sample rate conversion and polyphase filters

Power Electronic Components | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862211

Power Electronic Components

6.00

ECTS

4.00

SWS

Overview of basic topologies of DC-DC Conversion (buck, boost) Gate drivers for MOSFET half-bridges, switching analysis Design and implementation of input/output filters Analysis of passive power components (capacitors, inductors, transformers) Structure and operation of power semiconductors (diodes, Si-MOSFETs, SiC-MOSFETs, IGBTs, GaN-HEMTs) Analysis of sensors in power electronic circuits (temperature, speed, vibration, voltage, current) 3D modeling of power electronic components for thermal simulation

Software Quality and Security | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862205

Software Quality and Security

6.00

ECTS

4.00

SWS

Software Inspection: This process includes examining source code to identify "Bad Smells", applying software metrics for code quality assessment, and using static code analysis to detect potential bugs Software testing: It encompasses unit tests, which target individual software components, and integration tests, which validate interactions between components to ensure seamless functionality Secure coding: This includes programming techniques like encapsulation, input validation, output encoding, secure data representation, and robust error handling & logging Cryptography in practice: It focuses on cryptographic techniques to secure data at rest, protecting sensitive information from unauthorized access and ensuring data integrity Reverse engineering: This involves analysis of binaries to understand their structure and functionality which is commonly used in debugging and security research

Test Standards and Quality Management | Lecture (VO) | Coursecode: M240862207

Test Standards and Quality Management

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Quality standards such as IATF 16949, ISO 9000, ISO 9001 Issue and risk management Traceability and product liability Toyota production system (continuous improvement, Kaizen, 5S, …) Test quality (KPI’s, Economics, error prevention, error handling) Reliability stress tests (e.g. HTOL, HAST, THB, TC) Statistical test methods and the ISO 2859 standard EMC: Introduction and overview, fundamentals and theory, Integrated circuits test methods

Test and Measurement Automation | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862206

Test and Measurement Automation

8.00

ECTS

5.00

SWS

Introduction to test and measurement automation with focus on semiconductor industry: automated test equipment and virtual instrumentation software Measurement instruments: terminology, key specification parameters, interpretation of datasheets for power supplies, source measure units, digital multimeters, function generators, oscilloscopes Standard interfaces of measurement/testing systems Selection of hardware and software based on test cases and their measurement requirements Development of communication between the system and the necessary device drivers and libraries Design and implementation of an automated test system for an example DUT including software, measurement and testing equipment as well as hardware (sensors, PCB) Development of a proper datalogging strategy to post-process raw data for analyzing measurement results Apply version control methodologies to developed measurements, results and reports

Engineering Management 2 | Seminar (SE) | Coursecode: M240862301

Project Management

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Project types and methodologies Project phases, milestones and gates Project plans Effort estimation methodologies Communication plans and meeting structures Resource-based and skill-based planning Risk management Failure mode and effect Analysis Agile project management

Engineering Management 3 | Project Thesis (PA) | Coursecode: M240862302

Electronic Engineering Project

6.00

ECTS

0.50

SWS

Solving a specific technical task on the under supervision that corresponds to the level of education.

Automotive Testing | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862309

Automotive Testing

6.00

ECTS

4.00

SWS

Introduction to testing of automotive systems Complete vehicle testing overview CAN and LIN busE/E test benchesFlexRay and Ethernet System integration testing (FRS) HV battery and testing Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) EMC standards for road vehicles and integrated circuits Functional safety (IEC EN 61508, ISO 26262) Introduction to automated driving ADAS/AD: system architecture, sensors and features, development process Virtual description of the static environment Test execution environments for verification and validation Introduction to scenario based verification and validation Description of the dynamic environment („scenarios“) Safety argumentation

Design for Test | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862307

Design for Test

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

JTAG: boundary scan architecture and description language, tap controller internals Testing of digital circuits: test modes, parallel tests, scan test, built-in self-tests Modularization and testing Lifetime management: wafer test, backend test, test of product returns (field tests) Fault simulation: controllability, observability, accessibility of circuits Scan Design Automatic Test Pattern Generation Test Compression Delay test Iddq testing Logic Built in self test Memory testing Fault Diagnosis Analog and mixed signal testing (IEEE 1149.4)

Production Testing | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862310

Production Testing

7.00

ECTS

5.00

SWS

Processes in electronic production and chip fabrication Test program development and debugging Remote debugging and remote development Compliance matrix Methods for test time optimization Test flow, test insertions Guard band (test-limit management) PAT (part average testing) PCB with test adapter Test equipment overview and architecture Binning and Grading Data Logging Wafer test and package test ATE programming Traceability Trimming and fusing

Validation Test Development | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862308

Validation Test Development

5.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

Validation and production test Preparing a verification plan Automatic test vector generation (ATVG) Structural, block and system test Automated test Characterization, comparison with data sheet, Corner Testing Robustness validation

Continuous Delivery in Embedded Systems | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862305

Continuous Delivery in Embedded Systems

6.00

ECTS

4.00

SWS

IoT architectures: selection of architectural patterns with a focus on IoT systems, message-oriented architectures and microservices Architectural risk analysis: attack surface analysis, and performing threat modeling to assess potential security risks Software development lifecycle: phases of software development and process models used to manage the software development process Continuous integration pipeline: pre-commit stage (code inspection, test-driven development), commit stage (unit testing, security testing, static code analysis, artifact repository) Continuous delivery pipeline: acceptance stage (deployment into the test environment, acceptance testing, penetration testing), production stage (release into production)

Design Verification | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862304

Design Verification

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Introduction to functional verification Functional verification in electronic circuit development: system level, schematic and PCB Functional verification in the System-on-Chip (SoC) design flow Ensure the correctness and reliability of a design Requirements driven verification: requirement specification and verification plan, simulation, and creating testbenches Verification methods like pseudo-random stimuli generation, coverage-driven verification, assertion-based verification, and self-checking mechanisms RTL und gatelevel-simulation Hardware description language usage for verification Reporting the findings and addressing any identified issues

Realtime Computing | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862306

Realtime Computing

6.00

ECTS

4.00

SWS

Computer Architecture Review HW / SW partitioning and synchronization of HW and SW tasks to avoid race conditions Multitasking/Multithreading and Scheduling, Interprocess Communication (Pipes, Queues, Shared Memories) Operating Systems (Embedded Linux, Free RTOS) Unix/Linux Ecosystem Programming Toolchains Debugging and Profiling Networking HW Acceleration, custom circuits, and hardened communication interfaces in the FPGA SW-HW Communication using Registers, Dualport-RAMs, FIFO-Queues and Direct Memory Access (DMA) as well as Scheduling in the FPGA device

System-on-Chip Design | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862303

System-on-Chip Design

6.00

ECTS

4.00

SWS

Fundamentals of a modern instruction set architecture (e.g. RISC-V, ARM, etc.). Design and simulation of custom bus peripherals Developement of a top-level chip design with a processor core, custom bus peripherals as well as existing IP from libraries Instantiation of the architecture on a programmable logic device (FPGA) and verification via execution of software applications Introduction to a chip design workflow and toolchain for application specific integrated circuits (ASICs) Implementation of the top-level chip design for production

Electric Mobility | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862314

Electric Mobility

6.00

ECTS

4.00

SWS

Introduction to electric mobility: electric drivetrain, testing facilities, types, requirements AC electrical machines: design and construction, operating behaviour Universal modeling of electrical machines, including the grid as a virtual motor Optimized control techniques for multi-phase systems (e.g. field oriented control for electric drives) Analysis of test systems for electric mobility components Model-based design of electric mobility systems (HIL, P-HIL)

Power Converter Design | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862312

Power Converter Design

6.00

ECTS

4.00

SWS

Design of non-isolated DC-DC Converters for higher density and efficiency (interleaved, multi-level) Selection of power semiconductors according to design criteria Design of DC-AC converter focusing on motor or power grid interface applications Design of isolated DC-DC converters including resonant converters (flyback, full-bridge, dual active bridge, series resonant converter) Simulation-based design of PWM control methods Analysis of control units in the field of power electronics

Power Electronic Device Engineering | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240862313

Power Electronic Device Engineering

6.00

ECTS

4.00

SWS

Low voltage directive Analysis of protective measures and personal safety Analysis of typical power electronic devices e.g. PV inverters Simulation-based design of EMI filters including FEM electromagnetics Design of high current/low inductive PCBs (regarding eddy current effects) Analysis of mechanical assembly Concept and implementation of power electronic cooling systems

Renewable Energy | Lecture (VO) | Coursecode: M240862311

Renewable Energy

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Transformation towards electrified systems: Overview and market situation Renewable Energy Generation: Photovoltaic systems, wind energy, hydropower, fuel cells, e-fuels, associated power electronic devices Energy Storage Systems: Hydrogen cycle, battery storage, mechanical storage, associated power electronic devices Smart Grids: Charging techniques, DC microgrids, operation, control, benefits

Engineering Management 4 | Seminar (SE) | Coursecode: M240862401

Innovation Management

2.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Introduction to innovation management: definition, concepts and scope Types of innovation: product innovation, process innovation, service innovation, business model innovation Innovation process: idea generation, idea screening and selection, development and prototyping, testing and validation, implementation and commercialization Fostering of innovation culture: creating a culture of experimentation and risk-taking, encouraging diversity for enhanced creativity, leadership's role Collaboration and cooperation for innovation: interdisciplinary teams, effective communication Managing innovation risks: identifying innovation-related risks, learning from failure, short-term and long-term innovation goals Innovation leadership and strategy: developing and communicating an innovation strategy, leading change, aligning innovation efforts with organizational goals

Engineering Management 4 | Seminar (SE) | Coursecode: M240862402

Presentations and Meetings

1.00

ECTS

1.00

SWS

Interpersonal communication and communication theory in intercultural context Preparing and carrying out international meetings Presentation preparation and presentation techniques Web meetings Effective communication with multicultural groups of people in different situations

Master's Thesis and Scientific Working | Modul/Final Examination (FA) | Coursecode: M240862405

Master's Exam

3.00

ECTS

0.00

SWS

The board examination is carried out in accordance with the requirements for final examinations of FH Master‘s degree programmes pursuant to FHStG as amended.

Master's Thesis and Scientific Working | Master's Thesis (MA) | Coursecode: M240862404

Master's Thesis

22.00

ECTS

0.50

SWS

Solving an engineering problem from the field in an industrial or scientific environment

Master's Thesis and Scientific Working | Seminar (SE) | Coursecode: M240862403

Scientific Working

2.00

ECTS

1.00

SWS

Scientific methods and scientific community Literature search and quotation rules: how to write clearly and precisely structure and writing of scientific papers Writing an abstract Writing a scientific report in the form of a conference paper