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School:
School of Computing and Engineering
Credit Rating:
20
Level (including FHEQ):
I (FHEQ Level 5)
Graded or Non Graded:
Graded
Version Valid From:
2022-09-01
Module Leader:
Pavlos Lazaridis
Version Number
2023.01
Learning Methods
Practical Classes and Demonstrations
Guided Independent Study
Lecture
Requirements
Pre-requisites
Professional Body Requirements
Institution of Engineering and Technology
Synopsis
In this module you will be introduced to a range of communications concepts and principles and develop a knowledge of communication systems. You will have a thorough introduction to analogue and pulse modulation techniques, noise in systems, and transmission line theory sufficient to support future study. You will develop skills … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Strategy
In this module you will engage in a blend of delivery methods facilitating both individual and collaborative aspects of learning to achieve the specified learning outcomes. In particular, this will require you to engage with the VLE material where the learning is supported by the tutor-led two-way asynchronous discussion board. … For more content click the Read More button below.
Outline Syllabus
Introduction to communications: signal characteristics – speech, music, video, data; the electromagnetic spectrum – LW, MW SW, VHF, UHF, SHF; reasons for modulation – different carriers, aerial size, propagation characteristics; bandwidth and modulation; distortion, noise and signal quality.Analogue modulation: analysis of full-AM, DSBSC, SSB, NBFM and WBFM; design and analysis … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Explain the operation of a range of communication systems with the aid of appropriate theory and analytical methods.
2.
Analyse communications techniques and subsystems.
3.
Solve design problems relating to communications systems.
4.
Evaluate practical communications systems in relation to theoretical performance.
5.
Perform laboratory tests using a range of test equipment.
Formative Assessment
Assessment 1: Lesson plan
Assessment 2: Interview assessments
Assessment 3: Focused classwork observations
Summative Assessment
Assessment 1: Written Assignment
Assessment 2: Written Assignment
Assessment 3: In-Class Test
Assessment Criteria
Task 1 SAIL Task 2 2.1. Ability to use test equipment to evaluate system parameters. 2.2. Ability to predict system performance based on system measurements. 2.3. Ability to compare measured, theoretical and practical results. 2.4. Ability to critically discuss results and draw conclusions. Task 3 3.1 Explanation of the operation … For more content click the Read More button below.