Mobile Communications and Wireless Access

Postgraduate | 2026

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Mode
Mode
Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
ENGE X417
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Course ID
206623
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Campus
Mawson Lakes, Adelaide City Campus East
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
Elect & Mech Engineering
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Course level
2
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
Discipline group B
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University-wide elective course
Yes
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

To present the fundamental principles of mobile communications and their underpinning technologies. 

  • Mobile communications network
  • Multiple access
  • MIMO

Course learning outcomes

  • To design and analyse wireless communication systems
  • Evaluate the varying nature of wireless channels and its impact on mobile communications
  • Evaluate and analyse modern transmission and wireless access technologies
  • Appraise the role of modern transmission technologies in wireless communication systems

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Degree list
The following degrees include this course
Master of Professional Engineering (Telecommunications)
Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical) (Honours)