EET 230 - Radio Frequency Communications Fundamentals

5 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s): EET 220

Course Description: Examines the principles and circuitry utilized for radio frequency transmission and reception. In addition to basic principles and underlying theory, typical circuits for implementing amplitude modulation, frequency modulation, and digital communications techniques are discussed. Additional topics include basic principles and typical structure of communications receivers and transmitters, basic principles and techniques for multiplexing and de-multiplexing radio frequency signals, transmission line theory and application, electromagnetic wave propagation, and antenna fundamentals. Emphasis is placed on development of hands-on operational performance evaluation, tuning, and troubleshooting skills. A 3-hour per week open-laboratory includes the application of computer tools in circuit design, evaluation, troubleshooting, and analysis. Some labs and projects can be done remotely. Promotes and supports sustainable and green technologies.

Course Level: Career/Tech Preparatory

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Demonstrate a working knowledge of electronic communications principles and theory, including digital applications, related to AM, FM, and SSB transmission and reception.
CLO#2: Demonstrate ability to use basic soldering techniques to assemble an AM/FM radio from a kit.
CLO#3: Demonstrate competency in operation of electronic test equipment including DMMs, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, function generators and power supplies.
CLO#4: Demonstrate working knowledge of typical circuitry, analog and digital, utilized in electronic communication receivers and transmitters. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
CLO#5: Access and interpret specification information and other documentation relative to assembly, test, alignment and troubleshooting of communication circuitry.
CLO#6: Test, align and troubleshoot typical electronic communication circuitry. (ILO: Quantitative Literacy and Reasoning)
CLO#7: Demonstrate correct application of safety practices related to working with high frequency and high voltage/power circuitry, devices and equipment in the lab and work place.