Faculty of Engineering - The Chinese University of Hong Kong

ERG Coded Courses 3
ERG2040
Probability Models and Applications
Fundamental probability concepts. Functions of random variables. Conditional
probability. Bayes’ Theorem. Characteristic functions. Limit theorems. Markov chain.
Applications.
ERG2310
Principles of Communication Systems
Review of linear system theory and probability. Analog modulations. Sampling and
quantization. Baseband modulations. Passband modulations. Multiplexing methods.
Noise and performance analysis. Introduction to error control coding. Case studies
of communication systems.
ERG2810
Engineering Laboratory II
1 U; 4 Lab.
ERG2900
Engineering Colloquium
1 U; 2 STOT
Small group discussions on selected topics in Engineering. (This course is offered to
students of the Faculty Enrichment Scheme for Engineering Undergraduates only.)
ERG3810
Product Development Project
1 U; 4 Lab.
ERG3820
Software Engineering Practice
2 U; 2 Lect. 1 Lab.
Introduction to software engineering principle. Software lifecycles: system modelling;
requirement analysis and specifications; preliminary and detailed designs;
implementation and testing; operation and maintenance. Software and system
interface: design criteria; system integration; verification and validation; reliability
and performance. Software tools and practice: application of CASE tools;
documentation; communication skills; software project management. Prerequisite:
CSC1110 or 1111 or 1500 or ERG1210. (Not for Computer Science and Computer
Engineering Majors and students who have taken CSC3100 or IEG3080.)
ERG3910
Research Methodology
1 U; 1 Lect.
This course introduces the concepts of scholarly research, research methodologies,
as well as current research developments in various research disciplines. Topics to
be covered include: the logic of scientific discovery; purpose, nature, and types of
scholarly research; research ethics; dissemination of research results; resources and
techniques for literature survey; selection of research problem; overview of analytical
tools and techniques; authoring of academic research papers; academic presentation;
and intellectual property rights and obligations. Students are required to conduct a
literature survey on a chosen research topic. (This course is offered to students of
the Faculty Enrichment Scheme for Engineering Undergraduates only.)