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| 1. Course Title: ELECTRONIC
COMMUNICATIONS |
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| 2. Course Number: EE:235 |
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| 3. Credit Hours: 4 |
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| 4. Course Description: |
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The fundamental theory and application of
communications circuits and devices. The study of radar fundamentals,
transmission lines, and electromagnetic interference will be included.
[3 lecture, 2 lab hours per week.] |
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| 5. Course Requirements: |
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5.1 Course Prerequisites: |
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EE:234 or BE:251. |
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5.2 Entry Test Requirements: none |
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5.3 Course Corequisites: none |
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| 6. Original Course Approval Date: 1/8/81 |
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| 7. Learning Objectives (goals): |
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Students successfully completing this course
will be able to: |
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7.1 Describe a basic communication system and
explain the concept of modulation. |
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7.2 Analyze power, voltage and current
calculations in AM systems. |
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7.3 Sketch block diagrams for TRF and
superheterodyne receivers. |
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7.4 Analyze circuits that are used to generate
SSB signals. |
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7.5 Provide schematics and circuits that are used
to generate FM. |
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7.6 Describe the operation of an FM receiving
system and highlight the differences as compared to AM. |
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7.7 Describe the operation of a TV system,
including the separation of audio and video functions. |
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7.8 Explain the features and the operations that
a high-quality receiver may include as compared to a basic receiver. |
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7.9 Describe the quantization process in a PCM
system in terms of how it is created and how to minimize its effect. |
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7.10 Explain cellular telephone systems including
frequency reuse and cell splitting. |
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7.11 Describe the physical characteristics of
standard transmission lines and calculate Z0. |
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7.12 Explain the processes of wave reflection,
refraction, and diffraction. |
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7.13 Define the properties of antenna reciprocity
and polarization. |
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7.14 Differentiate between sending signals on
transmission lines, antennas, and waveguides based on power and
distance. |
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7.15 Explain the operation of common microwave
antennas. |
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7.16 Describe a basic fiber optic communication
system. |
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| 8. Expected Performance Outcomes (measurable): |
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The students will: |
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8.1 Attend class as scheduled. |
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8.2 Complete and submit assignments by due dates. |
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8.3 Maintain "C" level standards on daily
assignments. |
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8.4 Demonstrate proficiency in electrical safety
activities at a minimum level of 70%. |
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8.5 Demonstrate proficiency in laboratory
activities at a minimum level of 70%. |
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8.6 Demonstrate proficiency on written quizzes at
a minimum level of 70%. |
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| 9. Minimum Course Requirements (examples may
include): |
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9.1 Testing: 70% on Quizzes and Final |
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9.2 Writing Requirements: 70% on
Laboratory Reports |
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9.3 Projects: Ten laboratory experiments |
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9.4 Clinicals: None |
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9.5 Internships: None |
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9.6 Field Study: None |
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9.7 Portfolio: None |
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9.8 Performance: Satisfactory performance
(70%) of all skills listed in the course. |
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9.9 Other (please specify): |
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| 10. Course Profile Acceptance: |
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| 11. DCC Approval Date: |
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