DE6405                             TELECOMMUNICATIONS 3

Level 6                                             Credits 15                                            Version July 2010

LEARNING TIME

RECOMMENDED PRE-REQUISITE

DE6404 Telecommunications 2

RECOMMENDED CO-REQUISITE

Nil

AIM/PURPOSE

To develop an understanding of the design, analysis, operation, and structure of radio systems in New Zealand.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

On successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:

1.            Explain, design and apply common RF circuits used in wireless communications systems.

2.            Analyse common radio transmitter and receiver systems.

3.            Explain and perform measurements applicable to radio systems.

4.            Analyse methods of protecting communications systems and methods of keeping personnel safe.

INDICATIVE CONTENT

• Design wireless circuitry
• Radio techniques
• Radio measurement
• Equipment protection and personnel safety