This module introduces the learner to the fundamental principles of electronic communications.
Analogue signlas
periodic and aperiodic signals, time and frequency domain representation, Fourier analysis and synthesis of simple waveforms. Concept of bandwidth
Basic principles of filters
Low pass filters, high pass filters and band pass filters, passive filter circuits
Fundamentals of Analogue Modulation
AM modulation and envelope detection, sidebands, Frequency modulation, Comparison of AM and FM
Digital signals
analogue to digital conversion, bit rate, symbol rate, comparison of digital and analogue signals
Transmission techniques and impairments
Types of transmission, Synchronous and Asynchronous communications. Attenuation, noise and distortion during transmission, multiplexing
Transmission media
Types of transmission media, transmission lines and their characteristics, termination of transmission lines
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 50 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 50 |