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Self-Assessment Form
Instructions for Applicants
General:
1. You must use your WES course-by-course assessment to complete this form.
2. You must fill out only the self-assessment column C2. Do not enter any information in FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY or in column C3 or C4. If you
do it will be deleted.
3. Enter the year, course name, credits and grade from the course-by-course analysis in your WES assessment.
4. Both the Basic Studies Syllabus Table and the Discipline Specific Syllabus Table contain compulsory subjects and elective subjects. Include
courses that cover any part of the syllabus even if you have more than the minimum number in the elective sections.
5. Colour code the content of the APEGS syllabus in column C1 by highlighting it the same colour as the course name from WES assessment in
column C2.
COMPULSORY SUBJECTS WES assessment: year, course name, Program Syllabus: page Preliminary Review Final Review
(all required) credits and grade. number, course name
04-BS-1 Mathematics (calculus, vector, linear algebra): 2004-2005: Applied Mathematics I, 2
Applications involving matrix algebra, determinants, credits. Grade: B
eigenvalues; first and second order linear ordinary differential
equations, Laplace transforms. Vector algebra; vector functions 2004-2005: Applied Mathematics II, 2
and operations; orthogonal curvilinear coordinates; applications credits. Grade: B
of partial derivatives, Lagrange multipliers, multiple integrals,
line and surface integrals; integral theorems (Gauss, Green,
2005-2006: Applied Mathematics III,2
Stokes). Power series.
credits. Grade: B
6. Once you have completed column C2, send the form back to [email protected] (please keep it in word format)
Program Syllabus (when required):
7. Provide the program syllabus in a PDF document and email to
[email protected].
8. If the course names in the program syllabus are different than those in your WES assessment you must provide an explanation of how they
correlate in the program syllabus column of the form.
9. Use the page number of the PDF document of the program syllabus (not the original page number).
By submitting this self-assessment, I declare that I have read and followed the instructions and that this self-assessment is
accurate and complete, to the best of my knowledge and ability, and that I have provided all the relevant information that I
have available to me. I understand that if information is incorrect or missing, that it may delay my application and may result
in the assignment of examinations to satisfy any academic deficiencies.
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Self-Assessment Form – Electrical Engineering
Use the information provided on the WES assessment to complete this information
Applicant Information: Last Name, First Name
APEGS File #
Institution Information
Credential Awarded By Major/Specialization Year Country
SELF-ASSESSMENT – FOR APPLICANT TO COMPLETE
BASIC STUDIES SYLLABUS TABLE
C1 C2 C3 C4
APEGS Syllabus Self-Assessment (by applicant) for Staff only for ARC only
COMPULSORY SUBJECTS WES assessment: year, course Program Syllabus: page
Preliminary Review Final Review
(all required) name, credits and grade. number, course name
04-BS-1 Mathematics (calculus,
vector, linear algebra): Applications
involving matrix algebra, determinants,
eigenvalues; first and second order linear
ordinary differential equations, Laplace
transforms. Vector algebra; vector
functions and operations; orthogonal
curvilinear coordinates; applications of
partial derivatives, Lagrange multipliers,
multiple integrals, line and surface
integrals; integral theorems (Gauss,
Green, Stokes). Power series.
04-BS-2 Probability and Statistics:
Concepts of probability, events and
populations, probability theorems,
concept of a random variable, continuous
and discrete random variables,
probability distributions, distributions of
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functions of a random variable, sampling
and statistical estimation theory,
hypothesis testing, simple regression
analysis.
04-BS-3 Statics and Dynamics: Force
vectors in two- and three-dimensions,
equilibrium of a particle in two- and
three-dimensions; moments and couples;
equilibrium of rigid bodies in two- and
three-dimensions; centroids, centres of
gravity; second moment of area, moment
of inertia; truss, frame and cable static
analysis; friction. Planar kinematics of
particles and rigid bodies; planar kinetics
of particles and rigid bodies; work and
energy, impulse, and momentum of
particles and rigid bodies.
04-BS-4 Electric Circuits and Power:
Basic laws, current, voltage, power; DC
circuits, network theorems, network
analysis; simple transients, AC circuits.
Impedance concept, resonance; use and
application of phasors and complex
algebra in steady-state response; simple
magnetic circuits; basic concepts and
performance characteristics of
transformers; an introduction to diodes
and transistors; rectification and filtering;
simple logic circuits.
04-BS-5 Advanced Mathematics:
Series Solutions of Differential
Equations: Series solutions of ordinary
differential equations, boundary value
problems and orthogonal functions,
Fourier series. Numerical Methods: Use
of computers for numerical solution of
engineering problems, including
techniques involving library subroutines
and spreadsheets. Approximations and
errors, interpolation, systems of linear
and non-linear algebraic equations,
curve fitting, numerical integration and
differentiation, and ordinary differential
equations.
04-BS-8 Digital Logic Circuits: Boolean
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algebra, encoders, decoders, shift
registers, and asynchronous and
synchronous counters together with
timing considerations. Design of
asynchronous circuits, synchronous
sequential circuits, and finite state
machines. Karnaugh mapping
techniques, and state tables and
diagrams. Introduction to programmable
logic.
04-BS-9 Basic Electromagnetics:
Introduction to the basic electromagnetic
principles upon which electrical
engineering is based (laws in both
integral and differential form). Classical
development of electrostatics and
magnetostatics leading to Maxwell's
equations. Application of electromagnetic
theory to calculation of d-c circuit
parameters, study of plane wave
transmission in various media.
C1 C2 C3 C4
APEGS Syllabus Self-Assessment (by applicant) for Staff only for ARC only
ELECTIVE SUBJECTS WES assessment: year, course Program Syllabus: page Preliminary Review Final Review
(minimum of one required) name, credits and grade. number, course name
04-BS-6 Mechanics of Materials:
Definitions of normal stress, shearing
stress, normal strain, shearing strain;
shear force and bending moment
diagrams; members subjected to axial
loading; members subjected to torsional
loading; compound stresses, Mohr's
circle; deformation of flexural and
torsional members; failure theories;
elastic and inelastic strength criteria;
columns.
04-BS-7 Mechanics of Fluids: Fluid
characteristics, dimensions and units,
flow properties, and fluid properties; the
fundamentals of fluid statics, engineering
applications of fluid statics; the one-
dimensional equations of continuity,
momentum, and energy; laminar and
turbulent flow, flow separation, drag and
lift on immersed objects; wall friction and
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minor losses in closed conduit flow; flow
of incompressible and compressible
fluids in pipes; dimensional analysis and
similitude; flow measurement methods.
04-BS-10 Thermodynamics:
Thermodynamic states of simple
systems; the laws of thermodynamics;
equilibrium, PVT and other
thermodynamic diagrams; equation of
state; compressibility charts and steam
tables; calculation of property changes;
enthalpy; applications of
thermodynamics, cycles, reversibility;
thermodynamics of phase changes,
Gibbs phase rule, gas-vapour mixtures.
04-BS-11 Properties of Materials:
Properties of materials for mechanical,
thermal and electrical applications.
Atomic bonding, solid solutions,
crystallisation. Equilibrium phase
diagrams, applications to steel and
aluminium alloys, heat treatments.
Structure and special properties of
polymers and ceramic materials. General
characteristics of metallic composites,
polymeric composites and concrete.
Introduction to materials in hostile
environments: corrosion, creep at high
temperature, refractory materials,
subnormal temperature brittle fracture.
04-BS-15 Engineering Graphic and
Design Process: Engineering drawing:
Orthographic sketching. Standard
orthographic projection. Principal views,
selection and positioning of views.
Visualization. Conventions and practices.
First and second auxiliary views. Basic
descriptive geometry. Section views,
types, hatching conventions. Basic
dimensioning requirements. Tolerance
for fits and geometry control. Detail
drawings and assembly drawings, other
drawings and documents used in an
engineering organization. Bill of
materials. Fasteners and welds. Design
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process and methods: Project
management & teamwork. Requirements
and function analysis in design.
Conceptual design and testing. Concept
evaluation design factors such as: cost,
quality, manufacturability, safety, etc.
Systems modeling & design detail.
04-BS-16 Discrete Mathematics: Logic:
propositional equivalences, predicates
and quantifiers, sets, set operations,
functions, sequences and summations,
the growth of functions. Algorithms:
complexity of algorithms, the integers
and division, matrices. Methods of proof:
mathematical induction, recursive
definition. Basics of counting: pigeonhole
principle, permutations and
combinations, discrete probability.
Recurrence relations: inclusion-
exclusion. Relations and their properties:
representing relations, equivalence
relations. Introduction to graphs: graph
terminology, representing graphs and
graph isomorphism, connectivity, Euler
and Hamilton paths. Introduction to
sorting.
DISCIPINE SPECIFIC SYLLABUS TABLE
C1 C2 C3 C4
APEGS Syllabus Self-Assessment (by applicant) for Staff only for ARC only
COMPULSORY SUBJECTS WES assessment: year, course Program Syllabus: page Preliminary Review Final Review
(all required) name, credits and grade. number, course name
16-Elec-A1 Circuits: Electric circuit
components: lumped parameter models.
Nodal and mesh analysis of linear,
passive circuits; equivalent networks.
Steady state analysis of lumped
parameter, time- invariant circuits:
differential equation formulation,
sinusoidal inputs, frequency response,
impulse response, and transfer functions.
Laplace transform analysis and circuit
transient response. Two-port circuit
models and analysis.
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16-Elec-A2 Systems and Control:
System models, impulse response
functions, and transfer functions. System
input-output and convolution. Root locus
analysis and design. Feedback and
stability: Bode diagrams.
Nyquist criterion, frequency domain
design. State variable representation.
Simple PID control systems. Systems
with delay.
16-Elec-A3 Signals and
Communications: Analysis of
continuous-time signals: Fourier series
and Fourier transform; magnitude,
phase, and power spectra. Analysis of
discrete-time signals: Nyquist sampling
theorem; the Z- transform. Analog
communication systems: amplitude and
angle modulation and demodulation.
Digital communication systems: digital
modulation; and demodulation
techniques.
16-Elec-A4 Digital Systems and
Computers: Combinational, sequential,
and synchronous logic circuits. Register
level design of digital systems. Computer
arithmetic, central processing unit,
memory systems and peripherals.
Embedded and higher-level (e.g. C)
programming, interrupts, and interfacing
and communication. Computer
architecture.
16-Elec-A5 Electronics: Semiconductor
devices; diodes and thyristors. Bipolar
and field effect transistors as linear
devices and switches. Bias circuits, basic
amplifiers, small-signal equivalent
circuits, transfer functions, and frequency
response. Operational amplifiers and
comparators. Digital integrated circuits
and logic families: CMOS.
16-Elec-A6 Power Systems and
Machines: Magnetic circuits and
transformers. Wye and delta connected
three-phase systems. Generation,
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transmission, and distribution of electric
power. Three-phase transformers. AC
and DC machines. Three-phase
synchronous machines and three phase
induction motors.
16-Elec-A7 Electromagnetics: Field
concepts. Maxwell's equations, integral
and differential forms. Free space and
guided wave propagation, transmission
lines. Radiation from current elements.
C1 C2 C3 C4
APEGS Syllabus Self-Assessment (by applicant) for Staff only for ARC only
ELECTIVE SUBJECTS WES assessment: year, course Program Syllabus: page Preliminary Review Final Review
(minimum of two required) name, credits and grade. number, course name
16-Elec-B1 Digital Signal Processing:
Discrete-time signals and systems:
system input-output and convolution, Z-
transform and transfer functions.
Discrete-time Fourier transform (DFT)
and Fast Fourier transform (FFT). Design
of finite impulse response (FIR) and
infinite impulse response (IIR) filters.
DSP implementation considerations.
16-Elec-B2 Advanced Control
Systems: Modelling of engineering
systems; state variables and transfer
function representations. Analytical and
numerical solutions of state variable
equations. Observability, controllability,
stability; classical design, stabilization by
pole assignment. Systems with noise.
Computer control, discrete systems.
System identification; least squares.
16-Elec-B3 Digital Communications
Systems: A/D conversion, source
coding; signal sets, line codes,
modulation, optimal reception,
demodulation, performance in noisy
channels, error detecting and correcting
codes. Radio communications; link
analysis and performance, terrestrial and
satellite communications.
16-Elec-B4 Information Technology
Networks: Layered architecture, circuit-
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switching networks, peer-to-peer
protocols and data link layer, medium
access control protocols, local area
networks, packet-switching networks,
cellular networks, and wireless networks.
16-Elec-B5 Advanced Electronics:
Device models: circuit behaviour, high
frequency, and feedback. Multi-stage
amplifiers, oscillators, current mode op-
amps, non-linear circuits. Power
amplifiers and linear regulators.
Instrumentation: differential amps, optical
isolators, and analog-digital and digital-
analog converters.
16-Elec-B6 Integrated Circuit
Engineering: Integrated Circuit Design:
MOS circuit design methods;
specification; use of CAD design tools.
Non-ideal effects. Mask level layout.
Integrated Circuit Fabrication: basic
knowledge of IC processing techniques.
Digital and analog IC's: basic building
blocks. Design considerations for
submicron CMOS and bipolar devices.
16-Elec-B7 Power Systems
Engineering: Power system
representation and analysis.
Components: power transmission lines,
transformers, synchronous machines.
Distribution: power flow, operations, and
control. Fault analysis and power system
protection. System stability.
16-Elec-B8 Power Electronics and
Drives: Principles and modelling of
electric machines: dc machines,
induction machines, and synchronous
machines. Power electronic devices and
converters: choppers, inverters,
cycloconverters, and switched power
supplies. Electric drives: torque and
speed control, and field and vector
oriented control techniques.
16-Elec-B9 Electromagnetic Field,
Transmission Lines, Antennas, and
Radiation: Field radiation equations.
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Distributed circuits: steady-state
transmission line equations; impedance
transformation, Smith charts, matching.
Transients. Coaxial lines, waveguides.
Antennas: infinitesimal elements, linear
antennas, radiation resistance, antenna
patterns, gain.
16-Elec-B10 Electro-Optical
Engineering: Optical transmission:
waveguide modes, fibre optic
propagation characteristics.
Optoelectronics: lasers, sources and
detectors, couplers, modulators, guided
wave devices. Applications.