EE426 ANTENNAS AND PROPAGATION
| Course Code: | 5670426 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 4 (3.00 - 2.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 7.0 |
| Department: | Electrical and Electronics Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Prof.Dr. SEYİT SENCER KOÇ |
| Offered Semester: | Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
1.Students will be familiarized with the basic antenna concepts and the antenna subsystems (radiating element, feed networks) as a part of communication,
broadcasting, radar, navigation and similar systems.
2.Students will be familiarized with the common antenna types and structures, their parameters and properties along with an understanding of RF measurement
technique
3.Students will be familiarized with basic wave propagation concepts
Course Content
Antenna parameters. Linear antennas. Influence of earth on antenna radiation pattern and impedance. Radiation from slot and aperture antennas. Antenna arrays and the general array formula. Baluns. Receiving antenna theory. Elements of groundwave, tropospheric and ionospheric propagation.
Course Learning Outcomes
1. students will be familiar with basic antenna parameters
2. student will be able to analyze/design basic antenna structers such as linear wire structeres, aperture,horns, antenna arrays.
3. Students will learn RF measurement techniques, discussing and reporting measurement results.
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | No | Yes | ||
| 1 | An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics | ✔ | |||
| 2 | An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors | ✔ | |||
| 3 | An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences | ✔ | |||
| 4 | An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts. | ✔ | |||
| 5 | An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives | ✔ | |||
| 6 | An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions | ✔ | |||
| 7 | An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies | ✔ | |||