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Program of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (English)

EEE428

COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS

Course Code
EEE428
Semester
Seventh Term (Fall)
Theory+Practice
3 + 1
ECTS
5
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study4
SemesterSeventh Term (Fall)
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Understands the basics of converting information into electrical signals and transmitting it to long distances.
  2. Gain in-depth knowledge of amplitude and frequency modulations, demodulations and phase-locked loops.
  3. Will be able to consider the concepts of multiple access techniques and spectral multiplexing during the design of communication systems.
  4. Comprehends the basics of digitizing analog signals and digital communication.
  5. Comprehends the fundamentals of digital communication including coherent filter, signal space techniques and ideal receiver design.
  6. Gains knowledge of Gaussian noise processes and consideration of noise processes in communication systems design.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionIn this course, the basic transceiver components that make up a digital communication system are introduced to the students. This course also prepares the necessary infrastructure for students who are going to take technical elective communication courses.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Review of Signal Systems and Random Processes
2nd Week AM Modulation, Demodulation and Multiplexing
3rd Week AM Modulation, Demodulation and Multiplexing
4th Week FM Modulation, Demodulation and Multiplexing
5th Week FM Modulation, Demodulation and Multiplexing
6th Week Noise Characterization and Noise in AM/FM Systems
7th Week Sampling and Pulse Modulations
8th Week MIDTERM EXAM
9th Week Quantification and Coding Techniques
10th Week Delta Modulation
11th Week Gaussian Processes and LTI Systems
12th Week Cooperative Filter, Hypothesis Testing and BER
13th Week Orthogonality and Signal Space
14th Week Ideal Receivers
15th Week Digital Modulation Techniques
Recommended or Required Reading1. Haykin, S.(2009), Communication Systems /5th Ed., John Wiley & Sons.
2. Carlson, A.B., Crilly, P.B., ve Rutledge (2002), Communication Systems /4th Ed., McGraw-Hill.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Problem Solving
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 35
Quiz 1 20
Total(%) 55
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 55
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 45
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 2 2
Preparation for Quiz 5 2 10
Individual or group work 13 3 39
Preparation for Final exam 1 23 23
Course hours 14 4 56
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 18 18
Laboratory (including preparation) 0 0 0
Final exam 1 2 2
Homework 2 5 10
Total Work Load160
Total Work Load / 30 (h)5.33
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No

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