Publication in the Diário da República: Despacho n.º16228/2009 - 15/07/2009
6 ECTS; 2º Ano, 1º Semestre, 70,0 TP + 5,0 OT , Cód. 911913.
Lecturer
- Pedro Daniel Frazão Correia (1)(2)
(1) Docente Responsável
(2) Docente que lecciona
Prerequisites
Mathematical Analysis and Complex Analysis.
Objectives
Students should understand the frequency analysis of continuous signals using Fourier Transform, the physical impairments of a transmission system and be able to describe continuous carrier modulation techniques in analog and digital systems.
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 40% is mandatory), Lab assignments (30%) (a minimum of 50% is mandatory). Admission to Exam requires a pass in the laboratory based assignments.
Bibliography
- Forouzan, B. (2007). Data Communications & Networking. .: McGraw-Hill
- Lathi, B. (1998). Modern Digital and Analog Communication Systems. .: Oxford University Press
- Lathi, B. (1998). Signal Processing and Linear Systems. .: Oxford University Press
- Pires, G. e Correia, P. (2010). Apontamentos de Redes de Dados e de Fundamentos de Telecomunicações. Tomar: Autor
Teaching Method
Lectures, Problem solving classes, Laboratory classes;
Software used in class
