ECE4360 Course Syllabus

ECE4360

RF-Microwave Measurement Laboratory (1-3-2)

Prerequisites

(ECE 3065 or ECE 4350) and ECE 4415* * Prerequisites indicated with an asterisk may be taken concurrently with ECE4360

Corequisites

None

Catalog Description

RF/microwave measurement theory and techniques. Use of state-of-the-art equipment operating into the GHz range.

Textbook(s)

No Textbook Specified.

Topical Outline

Smith Chart

Two-Port Microwave Networks
  S-Parameters
  Mason Rules

Network Analyzer Concepts
  Slotted Line Measurements
  Measurement Theory
  Calibration Techniques

Passive Component Measurements
  Matching Networks
  Filters

Spectrum Analyzer Concepts
  Frequency Generation
  Noise

Active Component Measurements
  Amplifiers
  Oscillators

Antenna Measuremnts