Teaching

Fall Semester: ECE 549 - RF Design for Wireless

Topics covered include radio and wireless system design concepts, RF modulation methods, system metrics (gain, link budget, noise analysis), transmission-line/ waveguide theory, impedance matching/ tuning networks, Smith Chart analysis, network analysis, theory/design of basic microwave passive building blocks like couplers, dividers, and filters. Some assignments and projects will include the use of simulation tools like MATLAB/Python and Keysight Pathwave Advanced Design System. 

This graduate level course will also be offered through Engineering Online starting Fall 2024. Engineering online is designed for working professionals and part-time students. Further information can be found here.

ECE 549 is also part of the 5G Technologies Certificate Program at NC State.

Spring Semester: ECE 719 - Advanced Microwave Design

Topics covered include wireless system design concepts, RF modulation/demodulation, noise and distortion analysis/measurement methods, overview of phased array systems, noise and nonlinear aspects, passive and active component design including intelligent reflector arrays (design, link budgets, noise analysis), antenna-subset modulation, power amplifiers. This is mainly a project driven course which includes design of QAM Modulator and Demodulator, design aspects of Holographic Surfaces, and Microwave Power Amplifier using industry models.