EE 465 - Communication Electronics

Institution:

Point Park University

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Description:

Analysis and design of communication circuits including tuned matching networks, small-signal amplifiers, large-signal amplifiers, oscillators, mixers, modulators, and demodulators. Theory of amplitude, frequency, and phase modulation. Transmitter and receiver topologies. Effects of noise in communication systems. Laboratory includes the use of radio-frequency instruments such as spectrum analyzers and vector network analyzers to design and test circuits studied in the lecture. Prerequisites: EE 222 (Electronics II), EE 375 (Signals and Systems). Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Design tuned matching networks for proper bandwidth and impedance transformation. (2) Design small-signal amplifiers using Y parameter techniques while recognizing the limitations of this approach. (3) Design amplifiers and oscillators using a simple large-signal model for the transistor. (4) Analyze mixers, modulators, and demodulators using Fourier and timedomain techniques. (5) Identify the characteristics and relative merits of different transmitter and receiver topologies. (6) Characterize the effects of noise in communication systems using an elementary noise model. (7) Perform accurate measurements on radio-frequency components and circuits using the equipment available in a modern radio laboratory. (8) Consider non-ideal effects in components and circuits throughout the radiofrequency design process. (9) Construct radio frequency circuits using proper techniques for layout, shielding, and decoupling. (10) Maintain an accurate and complete laboratory notebook according to accepted industry standards.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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