ELEC ENG 7015 - Adaptive Signal Processing

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2014

Introductory and Preliminary material - Introduction to the concepts, key issues and motivating examples for adaptive filters; Discrete time linear systems and filters; Random variables and random processes, covariance matrices; Z transforms of stationary random processes. Optimum Linear Systems - Error surfaces and minimum mean square error; Optimum discrete time Wiener filter; Principle of orthogonality and canonical forms; Constrained optimisation; Method of steepest descent - convergence issues; Stochastic gradient descent LMS - convergence in the mean and misadjustment Case study. Least squares and recursive least squares. Linear Prediction - Forward and backward linear prediction; Levinson Durbin; Lattice filters.

  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code ELEC ENG 7015
    Course Adaptive Signal Processing
    Coordinating Unit School of Electrical & Electronic Engineering
    Term Semester 1
    Level Postgraduate Coursework
    Location/s North Terrace Campus
    Units 3
    Contact Up to 3 hours per week
    Assumed Knowledge Linear systems (discrete & continuous), linear algebra (matrices), probability theory, fourier & Z transforms & MATLAB
    Course Description Introductory and Preliminary material - Introduction to the concepts, key issues and motivating examples for adaptive filters; Discrete time linear systems and filters; Random variables and random processes, covariance matrices; Z transforms of stationary random processes. Optimum Linear Systems - Error surfaces and minimum mean square error; Optimum discrete time Wiener filter; Principle of orthogonality and canonical forms; Constrained optimisation; Method of steepest descent - convergence issues; Stochastic gradient descent LMS - convergence in the mean and misadjustment Case study. Least squares and recursive least squares. Linear Prediction - Forward and backward linear prediction; Levinson Durbin; Lattice filters.
    Course Staff

    Course Coordinator: Mr Matthew Trinkle

    Course Coordinator and Lecturer: Mr Matthew Trinkle
    Email: matthew.trinkle@adelaide.edu.au
    Office: EM408
    Phone: 8313 4708
    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes
    After completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Use basic probability theory to model random signals in terms of Random Processes.
    2. Use covariance matricis to describe the second order statics of Random Processes.
    3. Derive the power spectrum of random signals.
    4. Understand and derive the Wiener filter for signals with known second order statistics.
    5. Formulate the Wiener filter as a constrained optimisation problem.
    6. Use and understand the LMS algorithm for iteratively estimating the Wiener filter weights.
    7. Determine suitable LMS step size to trade off convergence time and misadjustment.
    8. Derive and apply the RLS algorithm for iteratively estimating the Wiener filter weights.
    9. Be familiar with the prediction filter formulation and applications
    10. Solve the Wiener filter weights for the prediction filter using the Levinson-Durbin algorithm
    11. Be familiar with the Lattice filter implementation of the prediction filter.
    12. Derive the Lattice filter architecture from the Levinson-Durbin algorithm
    13. Apply a modified LMS algorithm to the lattice structure to improve convergence times.
    14. Implement and understand basic neural networks involving multi-layer feed-forward networks.
    15. Use Matlab to implement the Wiener filter, Least Squares, LMS and RLS algorithms.
    University Graduate Attributes

    This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

    University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s)
    Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1-14
    An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 15
    A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 15
    A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 6,8,13
  • Learning Resources
    Required Resources
    A set of course notes, practice problems and other supporting materials will be available for downloading from the course web site.
    Recommended Resources
    Main References    

    A. Poularikas, Z. Ramadan, Adaptive Filtering Primer with MATLAB®     
    S. Haykin Adaptive Filter Theory    
    C.W. Therrien Discrete Random Signals and Statistical Signal Processing     
    W.B. Davenport and W.L. Root An Introduction to the Theory of Random Signals and Noise    
    B Widrow and S.D. Stearns Adaptive Signal Processing  

    Supplementary References    
    S.T. Alexander Adaptive Signal Processing - Theory and Applications    
    V Solo and X Kong Adaptive Signal Processing Algorithms         
    R.A. Monzingo and T.W. Miller Introduction to Adaptive Arrays     
    F Hsu and A.A. Giordano Least Squares Signal Processing    
    S.J. Orfanidis Optimum Signal Processing    
    G.C. Goodwin and K.S. Sim Adaptive Filtering, Prediction and Control     
    M.L. Honig and D.G. Messerschmidtt Advanced Signal Processing      
    B.D.O. Anderson and J.B. Moore Optimal Filtering    
    C.F.N. Cowan and P.M. Grant Adaptive Filters      
    Y. Bar Shalom Tracking and Data Association     
    P A Regalia Adaptive IIR Filtering in Signal Processing and Control    
    L.H. Sibul (Ed) Adaptive Signal Processing        
    M. G. Bellanger Adaptive Digital Filters and Signal Analysis Marcel Dekker 1987
    Online Learning
    Extensive use will be made of the MyUni web site for this course:
    https://myuni.adelaide.edu.au/webapps/login

    Course notes, tutorial problems and solutions, laboratory exercises and practice problems will all be available for downloading from the web site.  Where the lecture theatre facilities permit, audio or video recordings of lectures will also be available for downloading.There will be two on-line quizzes to be completed.
  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes
    This course relies on lectures as the primary delivery mechanism for the material. Tutorials supplement the lectures by providing exercises and example problems to enhance the understanding obtained through lectures. Practicals are used to provide hands-on experience for students to reinforce the theoretical concepts encountered in lectures. Continuous assessment activities provide the formative assessment opportunities for students to gauge their progress and understanding.
    Workload

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

    Activity No. Contact Hours Workload Hours
    Lectures 24 24 48
    Tutorials 6 6 12
    Homeworks 2 12
    In class tests 2 2 12
    Total 32 84
    Learning Activities Summary
    Activity Session Week Topic
    Lecture 1-2 1 Random Processes
    3-4 2 Covariances of Random Processes
    5-6 3 Z transform of Random Processes
    7-8 4 Wiener Filter in time and frequency domain
    9-10 5 Constrained Optimum Filtering
    11-12 6 LMS Adaptive Algorithm
    13-14 7 Least Squares Estimation
    15-16 8 Prediction Filters
    17-18 9 Lattice Filters
    19-20 10 Neural Networks
    21-22 11 Neural Networks
    23-24 12 Revision
    Tutorial 1 2 Random Processes
    2 4 Z Transform and Covariances of Random Processes
    3 6 Wiener and Constrained Optimum Filtering
    4 8 LMS Algorithm
    5 10 Prediction Filters
    6 12 Neural Networks and Revision
    In class quiz 1 3 Random Processes
    2 9 Optimium and Adaptive Filters
    Homework 1 6 Random Processes and Optimum Wiener Filtering
    2 12 Adaptive Algorithms and Prediction Filtering
    Specific Course Requirements
    Not applicable
  • Assessment

    The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary
    Assessment Activity Type Weighting Due Date Learning Objective Addressed
    In class quizzes* Summative 20% Weeks 5,9 All
    Homeworks Formative 20% Weeks 6,12 All
    Exam Summative - hurdle 60% End of semester All
    *If students are not present at a quiz, that proportion of the grade will be made up from the exam result.
    Assessment Related Requirements
    The examination is a hurdle requirement. It is necessary to achieve at least 40% in the exam.  If this is not achieved, the total course mark will be limited to a maximum of 49.

    A hurdle requirement is defined by the University's Assessment for Coursework Programs policy as "...an assessment task mandating a minimum level of performance as a condition of passing the course.If a student fails to meet a hurdle requirement (normally no less than 40%),and is assigned a total mark for the course in the range of 45-49, then the student is entitled to an offer of additional assessment of some type. The type of assessment is to be decided by the School Assessment Review Committee when determining final results. The student’s final total mark will be entered at no more than 49% and the offer of an additional assessment will be specified eg. US01. Once the additional assessment has been completed, this mark will be included in the calculation of the total mark for the course and the better of the two results will apply. Note however that the maximum final result for a course in which a student has sat an additional assessment will be a “50 Pass” .

    If a student is unable to meet a hurdle requirement related to an assessment piece (may be throughout semester or at semester’s end) due to medical or compassionate circumstances beyond their control, then the student is entitled to an offer of replacement assessment of some type. An interim result of RP will be entered for the student, and the student will be notified of the offer of a replacement assessment.  Once the replacement assessment has been completed, the result of that assessment will be included in the calculation of the total mark for the course.
    Assessment Detail
    Details of individual assessment tasks will be provided during the semester.
    Submission
    All written submissions to formative assessment activities are to be submitted to designated boxes within the School of Electrical & Electronic Engineering by 3:00pm on the specified dated and must be accompanied by a signed cover sheet. Copies of blank cover sheets are available from the School office in Ingkarni Wardli 3.26.No late submissions will be accepted. All formative assessments will have a two week turn-around time for provision of feedback to students.

    Full details can be found at the School policies website:
    http://eleceng.adelaide.edu.au/current-students/postgraduate/


    Course Grading

    Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

    M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
    Grade Mark Description
    FNS   Fail No Submission
    F 1-49 Fail
    P 50-64 Pass
    C 65-74 Credit
    D 75-84 Distinction
    HD 85-100 High Distinction
    CN   Continuing
    NFE   No Formal Examination
    RP   Result Pending

    Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

    Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

    Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

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