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Teleinformatics

Original title in Czech: TeleinformatikaFEKTAbbreviation: PK-TLIAcad. year: 2016/2017

Programme: Electrical Engineering and Communication

Length of Study: 4 years

Accredited from: 25.7.2007Accredited until: 31.12.2020

Profile

The aim of the studies is to prepare top-class scientific personalities that will be able to provide solution to challenging problems of science and technology in the field of information technologies in telecommunications. Another aim is to teach graduates the methods of scientific work, to make their knowledge of higher mathematics and physics more profound, and to furnish students with theoretical, experimental and practical knowledge from the field of teleinformatics.

Key learning outcomes

Graduates of doctoral studies in the field of teleinformatics are fit to work as scientific and research workers in the development, design and operation departments of research and development institutes, and telecommunications companies, where they can make full creative use of their knowledge and skills.
The graduate is capable of solving independently sophisticated problems of science and technology in the field of teleinformatics.
In view of the scope of his theoretical education the graduate is capable of adapting to practice requirements in both fundamental and applied research.

Occupational profiles of graduates with examples

This field of study focuses on the science education of doctoral students with profound theoretical foundations in converging communication and in formation technologies. The main part of the study includes course in theoretical informatics and telecommunication technology. In the area of teleinformatics the student has much knowledge of communication and information technologies, data transmissions and their security, inclusive of using and designing the related software. He is well versed in operating systems, computer languages, database systems, distributed applications and the like. He can cope with the algorithmization of tasks on a high level and can propose new technological solutions of telecommunication devices, information systems and support services.

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Issued topics of Doctoral Study Program

2. round (applications submitted from 04.07.2016 to 20.07.2016)

  1. Adaptive speech enhancement using sound intensive probe

    The studying of the properties of sound intensity probe, which is also used for localization of sound source, will be first step. The research of the adaptive noise cancellation (ANC) algorithm used in two-channel speech enhancement systems will be the next step. The purpose is to design and test a new adaptive algorithm, which partially utilizing the directional properties of the sound intensity probe for speech quality enhancement.

    Tutor: Sysel Petr, doc. Ing., Ph.D.

  2. Analysis and Classification of Textural Features

    The thesis is focused on definition and analysis of textural features in images of sedimentary grains acquired by electron microscope device. The main goal of the work is to objectivize and to automatize the estimation of exoscopic parameters of given grains with the purpose to statistically classify the grains into different classes based on a geomorphological processes which contributed to form a given analysed grain structure.

    Tutor: Říha Kamil, doc. Ing., Ph.D.

  3. Box Particle Techniques

    The particle filter is a computationally feasible technique for sequential Bayesian estimation in arbitrary nonlinear/non-Gaussian scenarios. The box particle filter is a recent variant of the particle filter with significantly reduced complexity. The goal of this thesis is to develop a distributed version of the box particle filter, and to investigate the application of box particle techniques to belief propagation message passing and/or to Bayesian filters based on random finite sets, such as the PHD filter or the multi-Bernoulli filter.

    Tutor: Říha Kamil, doc. Ing., Ph.D.

  4. Completing missing samples in audio using modern techniques

    The need to complete the missing segment of an audio signal is an interesting task with the practical use (restoration of recordings, dropouts in VoIP calls, etc.). Current methods are capable of high quality interpolation of signals that are stationary in the vicinity of the missing section and have harmonic character. The study would focus on improving these methods by advanced signal processing approaches. Psyhcoacoustic viewpoint of the problem should be covered as well.

    Tutor: Rajmic Pavel, prof. Mgr., Ph.D.

  5. Converters for mutual A/D and D/A conversions working in the current mode

    The work is focused on the design of A/D and D/A converters working in the current mode. The aim is to design a suitable structure of number-current and current-number converters without internal current-voltage and voltage-current conversions with respect to enhancing the bandwidth in comparison with converters working in the voltage mode. Part of the work is also the design and analysis of current-mode antialiasing filters. The design will start from unconventional circuit element structures such as current conveyors (CCI, CCII, CCIII) with simple or floating output, current feedback amplifiers (CFA) or transconductance amplifiers (OTA, BOTA, DBTA). Requirements to be met by the candidate: the knowledge of circuit theory and simulation programs (MicroCap, PSpice).

    Tutor: Lattenberg Ivo, doc. Ing., Ph.D.

  6. Design of distributed systems protection

    The aim is to analyse the aspects of protection in a frame of distributed systems and their algorithms with an emphasis on a potential safety risk. The design and optimization of new protection techniques for these systems is expected on the basis of obtained observation. Optimization involves the proposals of both mechanisms to improve the distributed systems and the procedures to either minimize or prevent the negatives effects affecting the functions of such is expected to propose the mathematical tools to describe the novel mechanisms. It is supposed to simulate or experimentally verify the functionality of the proposed solutions.

    Tutor: Škorpil Vladislav, doc. Ing., CSc.

  7. Distributed Target Tracking in the Presence of Multipath

    In this thesis, an agent network performing distributed tracking of one or several targets using an active localization method is considered. The transmitted waveform is reflected by scatterers such as walls of buildings or rooms, leading to multipath propagation. The goal of this thesis is to develop a distributed target tracking method with implicit estimation of the multipath parameters, possibly using knowledge of a map (floor plan) of the environment. This work will be based on an existing distributed tracking method using belief propagation message passing and a consensus scheme. (Collaboration partner: Prof. Franz Hlawatsch, TU Wien)

    Tutor: Rajmic Pavel, prof. Mgr., Ph.D.

  8. Distributed Target Tracking Using Compressed Sensing

    The scenario considered in this thesis is a network of agents that collaborate in order to track a moving target in a decentralized manner. Here, "decentralized" means that there is no central unit collecting and processing all the measurements, and only agents that are spatially close are able to communicate. In such a decentralized tracking scenario, exchanging statistical information between the agents can be simplified considerably if the statistical distributions are sparse. The goal of this thesis is to develop and study the application of compressed sensing methods to the task of exchanging sparse statistical distributions. (Collaboration partner: Prof. Franz Hlawatsch, TU Wien)

    Tutor: Rajmic Pavel, prof. Mgr., Ph.D.

  9. Feature analysis of current-mode electronic frequency filters

    The work is focused on the feature analysis of current-mode electronic frequency filters. The aim is to design algoritmizable methods that lead to finding features of filters generally defined by the schematic. It will be necessary to evaluate the available feature ranges, e.g. quality, pass-band current transfer, dynamic range within a defined supply voltage, sensitivity, etc. In the case of finding the quality range, the point is to find the extremes of a multi-variable non-linear function. Mathematical tools (e.g. Maple or MathCAD) will first be used for this purpose; afterwards the algorithm itself will be designed. Requirements to be met by the candidate: algorithm thinking, the knowledge of computer programming and circuit theory.

    Tutor: Lattenberg Ivo, doc. Ing., Ph.D.

  10. Fractional-Order Electronic Circuits

    The topic deals with analog electronic circuits of fractional order. These circuits are characterized by non-integer power of a complex variable in the characteristic equation. The aim is to find new frequency filters, oscillators, synthetic immittance elements, PID controllers and other fractional-order circuits. These circuits will provide more general characteristics compared to their integer-order counterparts. Mathematical description, modeling, implementation and practical use of these circuits are also included.

    Tutor: Kubánek David, doc. Ing., Ph.D.

  11. Novel methods of incomplete spatial information analysis in digital images

    The theme is focused on the research of novel methods for analysis of incomplete spatial information captured in digital images. These source data can be represented by temporal or spatial sequences eventually by a single image whereas the analysis should result from a given scene geometry.

    Tutor: Říha Kamil, doc. Ing., Ph.D.

  12. Signals on graphs and modern methods of their processing

    This topic would include cooperation with EPFL Lausanne.

    Tutor: Rajmic Pavel, prof. Mgr., Ph.D.

  13. Speech pitch determination based on empirical mode decomposition

    The fundamental frequency is the one of the important parameters of the speech signal. Its estimation is due to the nonstationary of speech signal quite difficult. Empirical mode decomposition is an advanced method for analyzing nonstationary signals based on signal decomposition into intrinsic mode functions adapted to the base signal content. The instantaneous frequency, among other parameters, can be determine using the Hilbert transform. The content of the dissertation research will be research of the basic method of detection frequency tone and its comparison with other known methods.

    Tutor: Sysel Petr, doc. Ing., Ph.D.

  14. Utilization of RC Elements with Distributed Parameters in Electrical Circuits, Fractal Circuits

    The topic aims at the research into utilization of resistive-capacitive elements with distributed parameters (RC-EDP) in electrical circuits especially with modern active elements (conveyors, current amplifiers etc.). In particular it will include design of so-called fractal circuits which have non-integer order of transfer or immittance function and which can be implemented by RC-EDPs. It is expected proposing new frequency filters, oscillators, synthetic immittance elements and other circuits. The aim will be improving properties compared to existing circuits (reducing dimensions, increasing response speed, decreasing power consumption etc.) and moreover obtaining characteristics that cannot be realized by classical elements or only at the cost of using complex structures.

    Tutor: Kubánek David, doc. Ing., Ph.D.

1. round (applications submitted from 01.04.2016 to 15.05.2016)

  1. Automatization of 3D chemical mapping by means of LIBS

    Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) enables the stand-off detection, what is one of its main advantages in respect to other methods. Current instrumentation, developed in the research group of Laser spectroscopy at CEITEC BUT, is not capable to provide elemental mapping the surfaces of distant samples. The aim of this thesis is, using Kinect device and its depth analyzer feature, to automate the procedure of elemental mapping of highly uneven or widespread objects in stand-off mode.

    Tutor: Říha Kamil, doc. Ing., Ph.D.

  2. Communication network quality parameters

    The study topic is focused on research methods for measurement and evaluation data parameters of heterogeneous communication networks in terms of end-user access to the Internet and other services.

    Tutor: Zeman Václav, doc. Ing., Ph.D.

  3. Compressed sensing for speeding up data acquisition in dynamic magnetic resonance

    Apriori known signal characteristics can be used to accelerate the measurements of MRI scans. The study would focus on the use of these properties and their inherited techniques.

    Tutor: Rajmic Pavel, prof. Mgr., Ph.D.

  4. Cyber Security Management

    The aim is to analyse the up-to-date development and trends in the area of cyber security management / information management. The research will be focused especially on ISO/IEC 27 000 standards, COBIT®, ITIL® and other relevant frameworks. The practical part of research will be focused on implementation of surveyed standards, methodologies, libraries and other frameworks in Microsoft Server environment, in order to prevent cyber attacks. Based on the findings is expected proposal of innovative management methods in the area of cyber / information security. Research requires knowledge of information/cyber security management, networking, cryptography, and last but not least, the experience with the management and administration of MS Server 2012.

    Tutor: Škorpil Vladislav, doc. Ing., CSc.

  5. Design of Modern IP Sophisticated Telematic Systems in Transport

    Telematic systems are particularly common in transport. Research into telematic systems based on the Internet protocol will be focused on the design of sophisticated, i.e. well-considered, formally well-developed and complicated methods that use IP systems in various areas. Surveillance and protection systems, systems of paying the fare, information systems and interactive applications, etc. are supposed in particular. Localization by GPS, vehicle diagnostics, and vehicle monitoring on ortho-maps in real situations are in the focus. Sophisticated telematic systems will be software simulated, optimized and subsequently hardware realized in the form of functional specimens. Communication between two cars without a driver intervention, collision avoidance, information transmission about traffic from the places cars left are expected. A highly accurate navigation system based on Galileo system (GNSS) for controlling functional blocks of cars are considered.

    Tutor: Škorpil Vladislav, doc. Ing., CSc.

  6. More Effective security of networks with IEEE 802.11 Standard

    The vulnerability of the IEEE 802.11, attacks on the security methods and the methods for its effectiveness. Wireless network security issues expected standards IEEE 802.11. A detailed introduction to these standards, describe the various types of wireless security, including their properties and the subsequent theoretical analysis. The implementation of the attacks on the various methods of modern security algorithms, emphasis will be placed on the identification of weaknesses of 802.11 protocols. On the basis of the findings will be designed and tested security more effective. Attention will be paid to the security quality of service QoS in 802.11 networks. The network will be subject to examination by appropriate programs and simulators (Opnet Modeler, NS2). Will also be examined according to modern services (IP phones, the transmission of video, voice, multimedia) to delay and to be performed, including an overall analysis to the QoS optimization.

    Tutor: Škorpil Vladislav, doc. Ing., CSc.

  7. Security in converged networks

    The aim is to analyse the up-to-date development and trends in the area of converged networks, mainly the problems of protection against cybernetic attacks. The areas of 5G mobile, SDN and consequential transmission technologies are seemed to be among the advanced possibilities. The design of innovative or new protection methods is supposed to be on the basis of obtained observation. Research requires a summary of networks area, practice with MATALB or SCILAB programs, or knowledge of at least one of VHDL, C or Java languages, system FPGA, evolutionary algorithms, etc.

    Tutor: Škorpil Vladislav, doc. Ing., CSc.

  8. Side Channel Cryptanalysis

    The topic is focused on the description of cryptographic modules and on the research of the influence of side channels on the security of these modules.

    Tutor: Zeman Václav, doc. Ing., Ph.D.


Course structure diagram with ECTS credits

1. year of study, winter semester
AbbreviationTitleL.Cr.Com.Compl.Hr. rangeGr.Op.
DTK2Applied cryptographycs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DET1Electrotechnical materials, material systems and production processescs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DEE1Mathematical Modelling of Electrical Power Systemscs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DME1Microelectronic Systemscs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DRE1Modern electronic circuit designcs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DFY1Junctions and nanostructurescs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DTE1Special Measuring Methodscs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DMA1Statistics, Stochastic Processes, Operations Researchcs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DAM1Selected chaps from automatic controlcs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DVE1Selected problems from power electronics and electrical drivescs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DBM1Advanced methods of processing and analysis of imagescs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DJA6English for post-graduatescs4General knowledgeDrExCj - 26yes
DRIZSolving of innovative taskscs2General knowledgeDrExS - 39yes
DEIZScientific publishing A to Zcs2General knowledgeDrExS - 8yes
1. year of study, summer semester
AbbreviationTitleL.Cr.Com.Compl.Hr. rangeGr.Op.
DMA2Discrete Processes in Electrical Engineeringcs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DME2Microelectronic technologiescs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DRE2Modern digital wireless communicationcs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DTK1Modern network technologiescs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DTE2Numerical Computations with Partial Differential Equationscs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DFY2Spectroscopic methods for non-destructive diagnostics cs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DET2Selected diagnostic methods, reliability and qualitycs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DAM2Selected chaps from measuring techniquescs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DBM2Selected problems of biomedical engineeringcs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DEE2Selected problems of electricity productioncs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DVE2Topical Issues of Electrical Machines and Apparatuscs4Optional specializedDrExS - 39yes
DJA6English for post-graduatescs4General knowledgeDrExCj - 26yes
DCVPQuotations in a research workcs2General knowledgeDrExP - 26yes
DRIZSolving of innovative taskscs2General knowledgeDrExP - 52 / Cp - 52yes
1. year of study, both semester
AbbreviationTitleL.Cr.Com.Compl.Hr. rangeGr.Op.
DQJAEnglish for the state doctoral examcs4CompulsoryDrExyes