Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COMMUNICATION CIRCUITS | EECD1214256 | Spring Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 8 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | Third Cycle (Doctorate Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Assoc.Prof. Hüseyin Şerif SAVCI |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assoc.Prof. Hüseyin Şerif SAVCI |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The goals of the course are to teach noise, distortion, resonance etc. to analyze communication circuits. Circuit blocks such as Tuned Amplifiers, PAs, Mixers, Oscillators and frequency synthesis block design methodology will be taught. Students will be able to analyze and design communication circuits for given specs after taking this course. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction to Communication CircuitsCommunication concepts and Tranceiver ArchitecturesTransistors and basic amplifying stagesDefinitions in Communications Circuits,Noise, Distortion (Harmonic, IM and CM distortion)Definitions in Communications Circuits,Distortion cont. Effect of FB on distortion,Inductors Capacitors, Varactors Resonant Circuits,Trafolar RF İletim hatları,Impedance TransformationMatching Networks,Narrowband Amplifiers,Diodes, ESDs,Output Stages Power Amplifiers,Power Amplifiers cont.Large Signal Transconductance,MixersAnalog Multipliers,Negative Resistance Oscillators, LC Tuned VCOsColpitts Oscillator,Relaxation Oscillators, LPOsPhase Noise,PLLs, Synthesizers. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Understands general transistor information. | 12, 14, 16, 17, 19, 2, 5, 6, 9 | A, F |
| Performs noise analysis for communication circuits. | 12, 14, 16, 17, 19, 2, 9 | A, F |
| Understands linearity analysis for communication circuits. | 12, 14, 16, 17, 19, 2, 9 | A, F |
| It performs impedance matching using inductors, capacitors and transformers. | 12, 14, 17, 19, 2, 9 | A, F |
| Understands frequency adjustable amplifiers. | 12, 14, 17, 18, 19, 2, 5, 9 | A, F |
| Grasps high power boosters. | 12, 14, 16, 19, 2, 5, 9 | A, F |
| Understands mixers and oscillators. | 10, 12, 14, 16, 19, 6, 9 | A |
| Get knowledge on ESD and Latchup. | 10, 14, 16, 19, 6, 9 |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 17: Experimental Technique, 18: Micro Teaching Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 2: Project Based Learning Model, 5: Cooperative Learning, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, F: Project Task |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Communication CircuitsCommunication concepts and Tranceiver ArchitecturesTransistors and basic amplifying stagesDefinitions in Communications Circuits | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 2 | Noise, Distortion (Harmonic, IM and CM distortion)Definitions in Communications Circuits | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 3 | Distortion cont. Effect of FB on distortion | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 4 | Inductors Capacitors, Varactors Resonant Circuits | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 5 | Trafolar RF İletim hatları | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 6 | Impedance TransformationMatching Networks | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 7 | Narrowband Amplifiers | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 8 | Diodes, ESDs | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 9 | Output Stages Power Amplifiers | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 10 | Power Amplifiers cont.Large Signal Transconductance | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 11 | MixersAnalog Multipliers | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 12 | Negative Resistance Oscillators, LC Tuned VCOsColpitts Oscillator | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 13 | Relaxation Oscillators, LPOsPhase Noise | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 14 | PLLs, Synthesizers | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| Resources |
| Behzad Razavi, RF Microelectronics, Pearson Thomas Lee, The Design of CMOS Radio-Frequency Integrated Circuits, Cambridge University Press |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Develop and deepen the current and advanced knowledge in the field with original thought and/or research and come up with innovative definitions based on Master's degree qualifications. | X | |||||
| 2 | Conceive the interdisciplinary interaction which the field is related with ; come up with original solutions by using knowledge requiring proficiency on analysis, synthesis and assessment of new and complex ideas. | X | |||||
| 3 | Evaluate and use new information within the field in a systematic approach and gain advanced level skills in the use of research methods in the field. | X | |||||
| 4 | Develop an innovative knowledge, method, design and/or practice or adapt an already known knowledge, method, design and/or practice to another field. | X | |||||
| 5 | Broaden the borders of the knowledge in the field by producing or interpreting an original work or publishing at least one scientific paper in the field in national and/or international refereed journals. | X | |||||
| 6 | Contribute to the transition of the community to an information society and its sustainability process by introducing scientific, technological, social or cultural improvements. | X | |||||
| 7 | Independently perceive, design, apply, finalize and conduct a novel research process. | X | |||||
| 8 | Ability to communicate and discuss orally, in written and visually with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio C1 General Level. | X | |||||
| 9 | Critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new and complex ideas in the field. | X | |||||
| 10 | Recognizes the scientific, technological, social or cultural improvements of the field and contribute to the solution finding process regarding social, scientific, cultural and ethical problems in the field and support the development of these values. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 14 | 6 | 84 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 6 | 2 | 12 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 6 | 8 | 48 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 3 | 7 | 21 | |||
| Quiz | 3 | 2 | 6 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 20 | 20 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 40 | 40 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 231 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(231/30) | 8 | |||||
| ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. | ||||||
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COMMUNICATION CIRCUITS | EECD1214256 | Spring Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 8 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | Third Cycle (Doctorate Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Assoc.Prof. Hüseyin Şerif SAVCI |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assoc.Prof. Hüseyin Şerif SAVCI |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The goals of the course are to teach noise, distortion, resonance etc. to analyze communication circuits. Circuit blocks such as Tuned Amplifiers, PAs, Mixers, Oscillators and frequency synthesis block design methodology will be taught. Students will be able to analyze and design communication circuits for given specs after taking this course. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction to Communication CircuitsCommunication concepts and Tranceiver ArchitecturesTransistors and basic amplifying stagesDefinitions in Communications Circuits,Noise, Distortion (Harmonic, IM and CM distortion)Definitions in Communications Circuits,Distortion cont. Effect of FB on distortion,Inductors Capacitors, Varactors Resonant Circuits,Trafolar RF İletim hatları,Impedance TransformationMatching Networks,Narrowband Amplifiers,Diodes, ESDs,Output Stages Power Amplifiers,Power Amplifiers cont.Large Signal Transconductance,MixersAnalog Multipliers,Negative Resistance Oscillators, LC Tuned VCOsColpitts Oscillator,Relaxation Oscillators, LPOsPhase Noise,PLLs, Synthesizers. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Understands general transistor information. | 12, 14, 16, 17, 19, 2, 5, 6, 9 | A, F |
| Performs noise analysis for communication circuits. | 12, 14, 16, 17, 19, 2, 9 | A, F |
| Understands linearity analysis for communication circuits. | 12, 14, 16, 17, 19, 2, 9 | A, F |
| It performs impedance matching using inductors, capacitors and transformers. | 12, 14, 17, 19, 2, 9 | A, F |
| Understands frequency adjustable amplifiers. | 12, 14, 17, 18, 19, 2, 5, 9 | A, F |
| Grasps high power boosters. | 12, 14, 16, 19, 2, 5, 9 | A, F |
| Understands mixers and oscillators. | 10, 12, 14, 16, 19, 6, 9 | A |
| Get knowledge on ESD and Latchup. | 10, 14, 16, 19, 6, 9 |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 17: Experimental Technique, 18: Micro Teaching Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 2: Project Based Learning Model, 5: Cooperative Learning, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, F: Project Task |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Communication CircuitsCommunication concepts and Tranceiver ArchitecturesTransistors and basic amplifying stagesDefinitions in Communications Circuits | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 2 | Noise, Distortion (Harmonic, IM and CM distortion)Definitions in Communications Circuits | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 3 | Distortion cont. Effect of FB on distortion | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 4 | Inductors Capacitors, Varactors Resonant Circuits | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 5 | Trafolar RF İletim hatları | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 6 | Impedance TransformationMatching Networks | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 7 | Narrowband Amplifiers | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 8 | Diodes, ESDs | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 9 | Output Stages Power Amplifiers | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 10 | Power Amplifiers cont.Large Signal Transconductance | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 11 | MixersAnalog Multipliers | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 12 | Negative Resistance Oscillators, LC Tuned VCOsColpitts Oscillator | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 13 | Relaxation Oscillators, LPOsPhase Noise | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 14 | PLLs, Synthesizers | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| Resources |
| Behzad Razavi, RF Microelectronics, Pearson Thomas Lee, The Design of CMOS Radio-Frequency Integrated Circuits, Cambridge University Press |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Develop and deepen the current and advanced knowledge in the field with original thought and/or research and come up with innovative definitions based on Master's degree qualifications. | X | |||||
| 2 | Conceive the interdisciplinary interaction which the field is related with ; come up with original solutions by using knowledge requiring proficiency on analysis, synthesis and assessment of new and complex ideas. | X | |||||
| 3 | Evaluate and use new information within the field in a systematic approach and gain advanced level skills in the use of research methods in the field. | X | |||||
| 4 | Develop an innovative knowledge, method, design and/or practice or adapt an already known knowledge, method, design and/or practice to another field. | X | |||||
| 5 | Broaden the borders of the knowledge in the field by producing or interpreting an original work or publishing at least one scientific paper in the field in national and/or international refereed journals. | X | |||||
| 6 | Contribute to the transition of the community to an information society and its sustainability process by introducing scientific, technological, social or cultural improvements. | X | |||||
| 7 | Independently perceive, design, apply, finalize and conduct a novel research process. | X | |||||
| 8 | Ability to communicate and discuss orally, in written and visually with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio C1 General Level. | X | |||||
| 9 | Critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new and complex ideas in the field. | X | |||||
| 10 | Recognizes the scientific, technological, social or cultural improvements of the field and contribute to the solution finding process regarding social, scientific, cultural and ethical problems in the field and support the development of these values. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | |