EEE3602 Introduction to Communication SystemsBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs MATHEMATICSGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
EEE3602 Introduction to Communication Systems Fall 3 0 3 7
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. SAEID KARAMZADEH
Course Lecturer(s): Assoc. Prof. ALKAN SOYSAL
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ECE GELAL SOYAK
Recommended Optional Program Components: none
Course Objectives: This course aims to examine the basic concepts of communication systems.
Students will be able to define the types of Communication Modulation (AM, DSB, SSB, FM, PM, PAM and, PCM) and define the features of concepts such as sampling, filtering, analog and digital communication systems.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Introduction (Elements of Communication Systems), Signals and Spectra
2. Signal Transmission and Filtering
3. CW Modulation, Sampling and Pulse Modulation
4. Analog Communication Systems, Baseband Digital Transmission

Course Content

This course begins with the explanation of the basic elements of communication systems. Continuous Time and Discrete time signals are mentioned and Fourier analysis is summarized. Signal transmission and filtering are explained. Linear Continuous Wave modulation is explained. It mentions the basic analog modulation types (AM, DSB, SSB, PM and, FM). Sampling is explained and Pulse modulation is introduced. Analog communication systems are examined. Baseband Digital Transmission concept, ADC and DAC systems are introduced.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction (Elements and Limitations of Communication Systems)
2) Line Spectra and Fourier Series
3) Fourier Transforms and Continuous Spectra
4) Discrete Time Signals and the Discrete Fourier Transform
5) Signal Distortion in Transmission
6) Filters and Filtering
7) Modulators and Transmitters
8) Frequency Conversion and Demodulation
9) Phase and Frequency Modulation
10) Transmission Bandwidth and Distortion, Generation and Detection of FM and PM, Interference
11) Sampling and Pulse Modulation (PULSE-AMPLITUDE MODULATION, Pulse-Duration and Pulse-Position Modulation)
12) Analog Communication Systems (Receivers and Multiplexing Systems)
13) Baseband Digital Transmission (Digital Signals and Systems, Digital PAM Signals, Transmission Limitations and PCM)
14) Baseband Digital Transmission (ADC, DAC, DIGITAL MULTIPLEXING)

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: A. Bruce Carlson , Paul Crilly, “Communication Systems”, 5th Edition
References: Simon Haykin and Michael Moher, “Introduction to Analog and Digital Communications”, 2th Edition.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Quizzes 1 % 20
Homework Assignments 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 20
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 42
Laboratory 10 20
Study Hours Out of Class 2 14
Project 2 10
Quizzes 6 20
Midterms 4 26
Final 4 38
Total Workload 170

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) To have a grasp of basic mathematics, applied mathematics and theories and applications in Mathematics
2) To be able to understand and assess mathematical proofs and construct appropriate proofs of their own and also define and analyze problems and to find solutions based on scientific methods,
3) To be able to apply mathematics in real life with interdisciplinary approach and to discover their potentials,
4) To be able to acquire necessary information and to make modeling in any field that mathematics is used and to improve herself/himself,
5) To be able to tell theoretical and technical information easily to both experts in detail and non-experts in basic and comprehensible way,
6) To be familiar with computer programs used in the fields of mathematics and to be able to use at least one of them effectively at the European Computer Driving Licence Advanced Level,
7) To be able to behave in accordance with social, scientific and ethical values in each step of the projects involved and to be able to introduce and apply projects in terms of civic engagement,
8) To be able to evaluate all processes effectively and to have enough awareness about quality management by being conscious and having intellectual background in the universal sense,
9) By having a way of abstract thinking, to be able to connect concrete events and to transfer solutions, to be able to design experiments, collect data, and analyze results by scientific methods and to interfere,
10) To be able to continue lifelong learning by renewing the knowledge, the abilities and the competencies which have been developed during the program, and being conscious about lifelong learning,
11) To be able to adapt and transfer the knowledge gained in the areas of mathematics ; such as algebra, analysis, number theory, mathematical logic, geometry and topology to the level of secondary school,
12) To be able to conduct a research either as an individual or as a team member, and to be effective in each related step of the project, to take role in the decision process, to plan and manage the project by using time effectively.