From leach at egr.uri.edu Wed May 6 11:21:30 2009 From: leach at egr.uri.edu (Meredith Leach) Date: Wed, 6 May 2009 11:21:30 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [grads] Free Gas Grill!!!! Message-ID: <4378.131.128.51.96.1241623290.squirrel@webmail.egr.uri.edu> Hi All: There is a gas grill with a propane tank in the garage. If you would like it, please send me an email ASAP. Whoever responds first will get it. You will need to remove it by this week. Thank you, Meredith Meredith A. Leach Fiscal Clerk and Administrative Assistant to the Graduate Director Department of Electrical, Computer, and Biomedical Engineering University of Rhode Island 4 East Alumni Avenue Room A-118 Kelley Annex Kingston, RI 02881-2019 Tel: (401) 874-2506 Fax: (401) 782-6422 Email:leach at ele.uri.edu leach at egr.uri.edu "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel". -Maya Angelou From toolan at ele.uri.edu Wed May 6 11:46:30 2009 From: toolan at ele.uri.edu (Tim Toolan) Date: Wed, 06 May 2009 11:46:30 -0400 Subject: [grads] disposing of stuff in Kelley 002 Message-ID: <20090506114630.22172opl703nz0ly@webmail.ele.uri.edu> All of the stuff in Kelley 002 will be disposed of next week. If anyone wants anything from that room, please remove it by the end of this week or it will be discarded. There is a lot of interesting stuff there, so check it out. Tim From toolan at ele.uri.edu Thu May 7 15:56:33 2009 From: toolan at ele.uri.edu (Tim Toolan) Date: Thu, 07 May 2009 15:56:33 -0400 Subject: [grads] monitor in Dr. Huang's lab Message-ID: <20090507155633.413279p6yqua9a0h@webmail.ele.uri.edu> Hi, Someone took a monitor from Dr. Helen Huang's lab. If anyone knows anything about it, please let me know as soon as possible. Thanks, Tim From toolan at ele.uri.edu Fri May 8 08:59:58 2009 From: toolan at ele.uri.edu (Tim Toolan) Date: Fri, 08 May 2009 08:59:58 -0400 Subject: [grads] MATLAB Seminar at URI Message-ID: <20090508085958.20903bax5r1fmpce@webmail.ele.uri.edu> Please join The MathWorks for a pair of complimentary seminars titled Speeding Up MATLAB Applications, & Intro to Simulink. Where: University of Rhode Island - Kingston Kirk Hall, Cherry Auditorium When: May 13th, 1 - 5 p.m. Presented by: Todd Schultz, MathWorks Application Engineer Register today: www.mathworks.com/seminars/uri0509 1:00 - 1:15 p.m. - Registration and Sign-in. Walk-ins are welcome. 1:15 - 3:00 p.m. - Speeding Up MATLAB Applications In this session, we will demonstrate simple ways to improve and optimize your code that can boost execution speed by orders of magnitude. We will also address common pitfalls in writing M-code, explore the use of the MATLAB Profiler to find bottlenecks, and briefly introduce the use of Parallel Computing Toolbox and MATLAB Distributed Computing Server to solve computationally and data-intensive problems on multicore computers and clusters. Highlights include: * Understand memory usage and vectorization in MATLAB * Address bottlenecks in your programs * Optimize file I/O to streamline your code * Transition from serial to parallel MATLAB programs * Execute applications on a single multicore or multiprocessor desktop 3:00 - 3:30 p.m. - Introduction to Simulink In this short session, we will provide a brief overview of Simulink, an environment for multidomain simulation and model-based design for dynamic and embedded systems. Highlights include: * Modeling dynamic systems * Using customizable block libraries 3:30 - 4:00 p.m. - Open Q&A 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. - MATLAB license options at the University of Rhode Island This session will review the existing license options for faculty, staff, and students. The details of a newer license option, the Total Academic Headcount [TAH] license, will also be introduced. The TAH license option provides access to MathWorks products for an entire university campus. You can contact Ken Cleveland of The MathWorks if you have any questions or need additional information. Attendees are welcome to come for entire afternoon, or come and go as your schedule permits. Please register today if you're interested in attending though, this will help us plan for the correct number of hand outs: www.mathworks.com/seminars/uri0509 Best regards, Ken Ken Cleveland The MathWorks Academic Sales 508.647.8005 From besio at ele.uri.edu Mon May 11 10:41:40 2009 From: besio at ele.uri.edu (Walt) Date: Mon, 11 May 2009 10:41:40 -0400 Subject: [grads] Physiological Modeling Message-ID: <4A083924.6030905@ele.uri.edu> Dear Grad Students, I will be offering a graduate course this Fall 09, ELE 594 Physiological Modeling and Control. The course will be held on T TR 9:30am to 10:45am. This Fall I intend to change it from the previous offering and go over more modeling techniques rather than the controls. I will also adjust the material to what the students interests are for their research. We will use applications like Multiphysics (FEMLAB a finite element modeling application) and Neuron (a neuron modeling application), along with reading and reviewing research papers. ELE 594 Physiological Modeling and Control Biological systems utilize control systems to maintain homeostasis. When these feedback or feed forward systems fail, it is usually a sign of illness and medical intervention may be necessary. Understanding these control systems can help in diagnosis and treatment. Quantitative analysis may result in mathematical descriptions (models) that may help predict outcome given various inputs making diagnosis and treatment more programmed with less risk of error. Control systems theory will be covered on an as-needed basis. Physiological control systems such as neuronal muscle control, glucose control, cardiac output control, irus opening, and lung function will be analyzed. Further, electromagnetic field theory will be introduced to model the electrocardiogram, electroencephalogram, and electromyogram due to dipole sources in the body. Analytical and numerical techniques will be applied to describe and analyze physiological systems. Matlab, Simulink, and FEMLAB (Multiphysics) will be applied to solve these problems. Research papers pertinent to physiological control systems will be reviewed during class. There will be a modeling project and no tests. ELE 594-0002 LEC 13681 Special Topics Electrical Eng (Lecture) (Besio) TTh 9:30AM - 10:45AM Kelley Hall 120 Sep 9, 2009- Dec 11, 2009 -- Assistant Professor Electrical, Computer, and Biomedical Engineering University of Rhode Island 4 East Alumni Ave. Kelley Hall Kingston, RI 02881 O 401-874-4738 F 401-782-6422 http://www.ele.uri.edu/faculty/besio/ From boud at ele.uri.edu Tue May 12 13:52:07 2009 From: boud at ele.uri.edu (G. Faye Boudreaux-Bartels) Date: Tue, 12 May 2009 13:52:07 -0400 Subject: [grads] congrats to Prof. Kay! Message-ID: <4A09B747.8040200@ele.uri.edu> Dear Colleagues, Please join me in congratulating Prof. Steve Kay. Dean Ray Wright phoned to say that Prof. Kay was selected to receive the URI COE Faculty Excellence award (and check) at Sunday's COE undergraduate commencement ceremony for his distinguished research career. regards, Prof. B^2 From blifen at ele.uri.edu Tue May 12 20:28:48 2009 From: blifen at ele.uri.edu (blifen at ele.uri.edu) Date: Tue, 12 May 2009 20:28:48 -0400 Subject: [grads] congrats to Prof. Kay! In-Reply-To: <4A09B747.8040200@ele.uri.edu> References: <4A09B747.8040200@ele.uri.edu> Message-ID: <20090512202848.1414680xusztr6tc@webmail.ele.uri.edu> Dear Prof.Kay, Congradulations. You really deserves it. Lifen Bai Quoting "G. Faye Boudreaux-Bartels" : > Dear Colleagues, > > Please join me in congratulating Prof. Steve Kay. Dean Ray Wright > phoned to say that Prof. Kay was selected to receive the URI COE > Faculty Excellence award (and check) at Sunday's COE undergraduate > commencement ceremony for his distinguished research career. > > regards, > Prof. B^2 > _______________________________________________ > grads mailing list > grads at ele.uri.edu > http://webmail.ele.uri.edu/mailman/listinfo/grads > From boud at ele.uri.edu Wed May 13 09:06:15 2009 From: boud at ele.uri.edu (G. Faye Boudreaux-Bartels) Date: Wed, 13 May 2009 09:06:15 -0400 Subject: [grads] last chance - free stuff in Kelley room 002 Message-ID: <4A0AC5C7.8010905@ele.uri.edu> Hi, If you'd like any of the surplus equipment in Kelley Hall room 002 (next to student lounge in Kelley Hall basement), it's free for the taking, but please get it now! The trash people are moving surplus out of Kelley Annex garage now, and room 002 is next on their list to empty. regards, Faye From leach at egr.uri.edu Wed May 13 13:25:24 2009 From: leach at egr.uri.edu (Meredith Leach) Date: Wed, 13 May 2009 13:25:24 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [grads] Congratulations!!!! Message-ID: <4035.131.128.51.96.1242235524.squirrel@webmail.egr.uri.edu> Dear ELE Grads: For those of you who are graduating this Saturday - Congratulations! It's been a pleasure working with you. Wishing you all the best in your future endeavors. We hope you keep in touch. Best Wishes, Meredith Meredith A. Leach Fiscal Clerk and Administrative Assistant to the Graduate Director Department of Electrical, Computer, and Biomedical Engineering University of Rhode Island 4 East Alumni Avenue Room A-118 Kelley Annex Kingston, RI 02881-2019 Tel: (401) 874-2506 Fax: (401) 782-6422 Email:leach at ele.uri.edu leach at egr.uri.edu "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel". -Maya Angelou From boud at ele.uri.edu Tue May 19 10:43:25 2009 From: boud at ele.uri.edu (G. Faye Boudreaux-Bartels) Date: Tue, 19 May 2009 10:43:25 -0400 Subject: [grads] Carousel Industries seeking Summer Interns - Exeter, RI Message-ID: <4A12C58D.2020409@ele.uri.edu> Dear Electrical, Computer and Biomedical Engineering Students, If you are interested in a summer internship position at Carousel Industries, please contact Ms. Lauren Letendre . More information on the internship is given below. Ms. Letendre said that pay is $10/hr and hours/schedules are flexible. Carousel Industries has an office located at 659 South County Trail (Route 2) in Exeter, RI, just 5 miles NW of URI campus. regards, Prof. Boudreaux-Bartels ***************************************************************************** Carousel Industries http://www.carouselindustries.com/ Job Title: Information Technology Intern Position: Internship (Summer 2009) Dept: Service Location: Exeter, RI Reports to: Director of Customer Service Who is Carousel Industries? Carousel Industries is the premiere technology solutions provider; designing, implementing and maintaining powerful converged communication networks for enterprise customers nationwide. Carousel has achieved elite partner status with the top technology companies in the world including Avaya, Extreme Networks, Juniper Networks and APC. We were chosen by Avaya as their #1 Business Partner in both 2005 and 2006. Carousel?s Headquarters is located in Exeter, Rhode Island. Position: The Intern will have the opportunity to be exposed to many areas within the company and will work with Network Engineers, Customer Service & Reporting Analysts. This will allow the candidate to develop the skills required to be successful in a Technology environment, particularly in the Telecommunication industry. The Intern will be exposed to various telecommunications products and services, development of customer service skills, team work and time management skills. This opportunity is great for students who want an inside look at a career in Telecommunications and it can lead to opportunities upon graduation. Responsibilities: ? Build Reports ? database knowledge, pivot tables, Excel ? Interact with clients directly on an as-needed basis, and perform dispatching tasks ? Network Operations Center duties: Responsible for alarm resolution ? Perform other projects and assignments as required ? Software and hardware support, light network support, etc. Required Knowledge and Experience: ? Basic Technical Knowledge, including multitasking and organizational skills, , MS Office, Networking and some experience in customer service, data networking or telephony. ? Current college student working towards a technical degree in Information Technology or Computer Information Systems ? Exceptional oral and written communication skills ? Desire to work for a dynamic and fast-paced Technology organization ? Excellent time management and organization skills with the ability to prioritize ? Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment Minimum Educational Requirements: ? Preferred candidate would be pursuing a 2 or 4 year IT oriented college degree from an accredited college Carousel Industries believes in promoting from within and provides solid career path opportunities. Our rapid growth is creating excellent opportunities in Engineering, Project Management, Software Specialists, and more, for outstanding candidates who are eager to excel and are driven to reach and exceed expectations. From bolanoj at ele.uri.edu Thu May 28 17:02:57 2009 From: bolanoj at ele.uri.edu (bolanoj at ele.uri.edu) Date: Thu, 28 May 2009 17:02:57 -0400 Subject: [grads] I'm looking for an Audio, Sound or Recording Engineering Internship | Can you help? In-Reply-To: <49A82A4B.9060301@ele.uri.edu> References: <49A82A4B.9060301@ele.uri.edu> Message-ID: <20090528170257.14781k0axg882e4h@webmail.ele.uri.edu> Does anyone know where I can find or apply for an internship in audio, sound or recording engineering??? Thank you. From boud at ele.uri.edu Fri May 29 17:09:33 2009 From: boud at ele.uri.edu (G. Faye Boudreaux-Bartels) Date: Fri, 29 May 2009 17:09:33 -0400 Subject: [grads] ELE 432 - Electrical Engineering Materials added to Fall 2009 schedule Message-ID: <4A204F0D.3060101@ele.uri.edu> Dear Colleagues, ELE 432 - Electrical Engineering Materials - has been added to the Fall 2009 schedule. It will be taught by Mike Platek on MWF from 10-10:50 am for lecture and on Tuesday from 2-4:45 pm for lab. ELE 432 can be used to satisfy degree requirements as an Engineering (Design) Elective in the Electrical, Computer and Biomedical Engineering degree programs. The course description is copied below. regards, Faye Boudreaux-Bartels ELE 432 Electrical Engineering Materials (4) Continuation of 331. Electronic and optical properties of materials, mainly semiconductors, applied to the performance and design of electronic devices. Measurements and analysis of these properties will be performed in the laboratory. (Lec. 4) Pre: (313 and 322 and 331 and 342) or permission of instructor.