525.484 - Microwave Systems and Components Course Homepage
Instructor Information
Willie Thompson II
Email: wlt.jhu@comcast.netNathan Richardson
Email: nlr.jhu@gmail.comCourse Information
Course Description
This course deals with the practical aspects of microwave systems and components. An overview of communication systems is followed by an introduction to radar systems and electronic systems operating in heavily interfering environments. The majority of the course treats the linear and nonlinear characteristics of individual components and their relation to system performance. Amplifiers, mixers, filters, and frequency sources are studied, as well as their interactions in cascade. Performance specification and testing are considered, using actual receiver designs as examples. Some homework problems may require use of computer-aided design software provided at the Dorsey Center.
Prerequisites
An undergraduate degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
Course Goal
The overall objective is to give students an working knowledge of key components for communication and radar systems.
Course Objectives
- Students will gain the understanding of various architectures and components for transmitters and receivers.
- Students will gain practical knowledge of fundemental concepts for microwave components.
- Students will be able to analyze the performance specifications of microwave components.
When This Course is Typically Offered
Fall Semesters at the Dorsey Center
Syllabus
Topics Covered
- Communication Systems
- Radar Systems
- Microwave Basics
- Antennas
- Filters
- Mixers
- Oscillators
- Noise & Amplifiers
- Linearity
- Gain Distribution
- IF Selection
- Link Budget Analysis
Student Assessment Criteria
| Homeworks | 25% |
| Mid-term Exam | 25% |
| Final Exam | 50% |
Participation Expectations
This course will consist of two (2) basic student requirements:
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Homework - Each student is required to complete all homework assignments to earn a course grade. Homework assignments will be evaluated and graded on a point scale. Late homework assignments will not be accepted. Homework assignments must be uploaded into Sakai in pdf or Word format.
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Examinations - A mid-term and a final will be given. Each will be graded on a point scale. Exact dates will be announced later during the semester.
Textbooks
Textbook information for this course is available online through the MBS Direct Virtual Bookstore.
Course Notes
There are notes for this course.
(Last Modified: 08-14-2009 at 5:13:31 PM)