Publication in the Diário da República: Despacho nº 10766/2011 - 30/08/2011
6 ECTS; 2º Ano, 2º Semestre, 28,0 T + 14,0 PL + 28,0 TP + 5,0 OT , Cód. 911231.
Lecturer
- Gabriel Pereira Pires (2)
(1) Docente Responsável
(2) Docente que lecciona
Prerequisites
Mathematical Analysis, Complex Analysis and Basic Electronics.
Objectives
To understand the frequency analysis of continuous signals using Fourier Transform. To understand the physical impairments of transmission systems. To characterize the different transmission media. To understand modulation systems with continuous carrier applied to analogue and digital transmission.
Program
1- Introduction to telecommunications;
2- Signals and Systems;
3- Signal theory;
4- Sampling and analog-to-digital conversion: PCM and DPCM modulation;
5- Transmission media;
6- Modulation techniques with continuous carrier;
7- Principles of digital data transmission
Evaluation Methodology
Exam (70%) (a minimum of 45% is mandatory), Lab (30%) (a minimum of 45% is mandatory). Admission to Exam depends on Lab grade.
Bibliography
- Forouzan, B. (2006). Data Communications Networking. -: McGraw-Hill Science
- Lathi, B. (1998). Modern Digital and Analog Communication Systems. Oxford University Press: Oxford University Press
- Lathi, B. (2000). Signal Processing and Linear Systems. USA: Oxford University Press
Teaching Method
Lectures, Problem solving classes, Laboratory classes;
Software used in class
