IS3450 RF and EW Concepts in Networked Systems

This course is a non-engineering overview of Radio Frequency (RF) Communications concepts used in networked communications systems. It covers RF signaling terminology and basic RF theories by examining in-depth subject areas like: 1. RF Waveforms, 2. Fourier transforms, 3. data rates and bandwidth, 4. antennas, and 5. RF atmospheric limitations. Additionally, the course discusses how RF is used in several modern communications systems, such as 1. Link 16, 2. Wireless LANS, 3. Cell phone systems (GSM and LTE), 4. Satellite communications (SATCOM). Prerequisites: None.

Lecture Hours

4

Lab Hours

0

Statement Of Course Objectives

Course Learning Outcomes

Students completing this course will:

·      Understand physical and conceptual aspects of the electromagnetic spectrum.

·      Identify the portion of the EMS utilized by military and civilian communications systems.

·      Understand how naturally occurring phenomena impact the transmission of data through the EMS.

·      Understand how phenomena emanating from human-made equipment impacts the transmission of data through the EMS.

·      Understand modulation techniques that result in imposing analog and digital intelligence on a waveform capable of being transmitted via the EMS.