Radio TechnologyLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

After completion of the course, the student
• understands when the special features of radio technology have to be taken into account in electronics design, analysis and measurements
• understands the relationship between the load impedance and the reflection coefficient
• is able to use the Smith chart in lumped element matching and also analyse the effect of transmission lines using the chart.
• is able to design and analyse microstrip lines and some passive components using microstrip structures
• understands the block diagrams of transmitters and receivers and can analyse the effects of component parameters on the behaviour of the receiver and transmitter systems.
• understands the impact of the main parameters of antennas on radio systems and is familiar with the most typical types of antennas
• can analyse the quality of radio communication using the radio link equation and the noise characteristics of the receiver.

Content

• Impedance and reflection coefficient, VSWR, Smith chart, S-parameters
• Matching using lumped elements and quarter wavelength matching
• Transmission lines
• Electromagnetics and electric properties of insulating materials
• Transmitters and receivers on block diagram level
• Characteristics of active and passive components used in radio technology
• Antennas
• Modulation and demodulation
• Link equation, noise and signal-to-noise ratio
• Project

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course to a satisfactory level
• is able to identify, define and use concepts and models in the subject area of the course
• understands the conditions and principles of the development of expertise
• has completed the learning tasks required for the course to the minimum standard
• has developed their competences in such a way that they will be able to complete their future professional studies and eventually work in the field.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course well, although there are still areas where knowledge and skills need to be improved
• has completed the learning tasks of the course at a satisfactory or good level
• has a good understanding of the concepts and models of the subject matter of the course and is able to carry out a reasoned analysis
• is able to apply what they have learned in learning and working situations
• understands the importance of expertise in the field and is able to analyse their own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks
• has completed the learning tasks of the course at a good or excellent level
• has an excellent command of the concepts and models of the subject matter of the course
• is able to analyse clearly and reasonably and propose practical development measures
• has a good ability to apply what they have learned in learning and working situations
• is able to analyse their expertise in their field and their own development towards expertise.