RF-Microwave Measurement Laboratory
(1-0-0-2)
CMPE Degree: This course is Elective for the CMPE degree.
EE Degree: This course is Elective for the EE degree.
Lab Hours: 0 supervised lab hours and 0 unsupervised lab hours.
Technical Interest Group(s) / Course Type(s): Electromagnetics, Electronic Design and Applications
Course Coordinator: Emmanouil M Tentzeris
Prerequisites: (ECE 3065 or ECE 4350) and ECE 4415*
Corequisites: None.
Catalog Description
RF/microwave measurement theory and techniques. Use of state-of-the-artequipment operating into the GHz range.
Textbook(s)
Course Outcomes
Not Applicable
Student Outcomes
In the parentheses for each Student Outcome:"P" for primary indicates the outcome is a major focus of the entire course.
“M” for moderate indicates the outcome is the focus of at least one component of the course, but not majority of course material.
“LN” for “little to none” indicates that the course does not contribute significantly to this outcome.
1. ( LN ) An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. ( LN ) An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3. ( LN ) An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. ( LN ) An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5. ( LN ) An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6. ( LN ) An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. ( LN ) An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
Strategic Performance Indicators (SPIs)
Not Applicable
Course Objectives
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