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To introduce the use of the electromagnetic spectrum in telecommunications systems, the choices available and consequences for system design

Outline Syllabus:The electromagnetic spectrum and wave propagation principles, Considerations of band choice (E.g. RF, Optical, Microwave) for: - guided signals (e.g. copper twisted pair) - wave guides (e.g. single mode/multimode optical fibre) - free space propagation (e.g. LoS (ground-waves, space-waves), NLoS (tropospheric refraction, sky-waves, laser systems). - Noise sources, multi-user issues, signal degradation, consequences and mitigation, attenuation and power budgeting - Transmitter/receiver design (e.g. antennas) - Access to em spectrum/markets Modern and future approaches to maximizing availability, e.g. cognitive radio, Terahertz waves

Additional Information:This module looks at electromagnetic waves, their use in Telecommunication Systems, and the design issues related to particular parts of the spectrum.