EEE 4373 - Radio Frequency Electronics

 

Catalog Description: (3 cr) This course will cover fundamental RF theory (such as resonant circuits, matching, noise and transmission lines), radio operation, and the design of key RF circuit blocks (such as amplifiers, mixers and oscillators).

Prerequisites: Circuits II, Electronics I

Textbook: RF Circuit Design, Theory and Applications. R. Ludwig, P. Bretchko, Prentice Hall. (2004).

Course Objective: Learn the basics of electronic components, circuits, and systems. Design electronic circuits and systems to meet desired needs and specifications. Engage in life-long learning of electronics and related technologies.

Professional Component: 3 credits of Engineering Design

Relationship to Outcomes:  (To view how the outcomes of this course fit in with the curriculum, click here)

• EE2 - knowledge of mathematics, basic and engineering sciences necessary to analyze and design complex systems
• a - an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
• e - an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
• k - an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice

Class Schedule:  3 classes per week of 50 minutes each

Topics:

• Introduction and Review
• Resonant Circuits, Impedance Matching
• Transmission Lines
• Smith Charts, Impedance Matching w/ Smith Charts
• Network Representations, 2 port, S-parameters
• LNA; Output Matching, Input Matching, Power Gain
• Noise Factors
• Stability, Linearity
• RF Systems
• Oscillators, VCO, Phase Noise

Course Committee:  Dr. Eisenstadt, Chair, Dr. Lin, Dr. Moore