Electromagnetic wave propagation, transmission line theory microwave transmission systems, passive components, microwave tubes, solid state microwave devices, microwave integrated circuits, S-parameter analysis, microstrip and coplanar lines transmission lines.
Introduction to Radio Frequency and Microwave Design (EE 306)
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CONTENT
OBJECTIVE
To teach the basics of high frequency design, behavior of passive components at RF frequencies, new design methods using Smith Chart, S parameters and transmission lines. RF amplifier concepts will be introduced. At the end, students will be able to design a high frequency single transistor amplifier as a course project (individually), and measure its performance using RF measurement tools. Using RF simulation tools efficiently is also the intended outcome of this course.
LEARNING OUTCOME
By the end of this module, students will understand the behavior of components at high frequencies, limitations of basic circuit design at high frequencies, transmission line analysis.
Use the Smith Chart for high frequency circuit design. Design matching and biasing networks.
Know the S parameters, Z, Y parameters analysis
Design high frequency transistor amplifiers.
Learn high frequency measurement concepts, and use test equipment such as network analyzers. Use RF simulation tools such as Agilent's ADS. Build a working 1 GHz single transistor amplifier with at least 10 db gain, at the end of the course
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ASSESSMENT METHODS and CRITERIA
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Final | 35 |
Midterm | 25 |
Individual Project | 30 |
Homework | 10 |
RECOMENDED or REQUIRED READINGS
Textbook |
RF Circuit Design, Theory and Applications} by R. Ludwig & P. Bretchko. |