Course overview
This course will introduce the fundamental principles in digital communications. Mathematical backgrounds -- Fourier Transform, Probability, Random Signals, Sampling theory; Signal Space; Modulation/Demodulation -- QAM, PSK, FSK, pulse shaping, match filtering; Baseband and Passband transmission; and Synchronisation (phase, time, frequency).
Course learning outcomes
- Apply block diagrams to describe modulators and demodulators.(PO 1, 2) (EA 1.1, 1.3, 1.4)
- Analyse modulation schemes mathematically in time and frequency domain. (PO 1, 2, 4) (EA 1.1, 1.4, 2.1)
- Compare modulation schemes with respect to characteristics and performance. (PO 1, 2, 4) (EA 1.1, 1.4, 2.1)
- Evaluate properties of modulation schemes with computer simulations. (PO 1, 2, 4, 7) (EA 1.1, 1.4, 2.1, 3.2)
- Appraise the characteristics of building blocks for transmitters and receivers. (PO 1, 2) (EA 1.1, 1.4)
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