Objective

In this course, students will learn the basic principles in RF circuit design, from device to system level, relating to the wireless technologies and product design. They will also have the chance to design, simulate and construct practical RF circuits and to conduct microwave measurement using standard equipment.

Syllabus

• Introduction to wireless (RF) technologies
• Transmission line theory
• Smith Chart
• Impedance Matching
• Micro-strip lines
• Scattering-Parameters & Network Analysis
• High Frequency Active Devices & Packaging Effect
• Microwave CAD tools &
• Measurement Techniques
• Microwave Circuit Design Methodologies
• Introduction to EMC/EMI issues
•  Noise & Linearity Study of RF Systems

Learning Outcome

By the end of the course, students should be able to

• Have an overall picture of the design and implementation of wireless circuit & systems.
• Understand the basic design techniques of RF circuits such as impedance matching, microwave circuit analysis, and biasing network.
• Understand the operating principles practical RF devices and circuits power divider, RF switch, amplifier, etc.
• Perform design, simulation, prototyping and measurement of RF circuitry.
• Understand EMC, noise and linearity issues relating to wireless product construction.

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