ELEC-E3550 - Integrated RF-circuit D, Lecture, 28.2.2023-6.6.2023

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LEARNING OUTCOMES

After the course the student is familiar with the basic IC structures used in RF IC design and is capable of using these in different building blocks. In addition, the student knows different IC technologies used in RF circuits and is familiar of RF IC system design basics.

Credits: 5

Schedule: 28.02.2023 - 06.06.2023

Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Jussi Ryynänen, Kari Stadius

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Language of instruction and studies (applies in this implementation):

Teaching language: English. Languages of study attainment: English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Special features of linear and non-linear integrated high frequency circuits. Non-linear analysis and circuit models. Integrated high frequency modules of telecommunications: amplifiers, mixers, oscillators.

Assessment Methods and Criteria

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Obligatory special project (30%), homeworks (20%), CAD-exercises (20%), assignments (30%).

Workload

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Lectures 14 hrs (1 x 2hrs / week, 7 times): general overview of the course content, motivating students.

    In-class guidance to homeworks and CAD exercises 14 hrs (1 x 2 hrs / week, 7 times): homeworks include mathematical derivations and calculations, CAD exercises familiarize student to modern RF IC design environment.

    Independent studies: obligatory special project, homeworks, CAD exercises and literature assignments. 94 hrs (1 x 13.4 hrs / week, 7 times): the design of an integrated RF-circuit, CAD exercises and independent calculations, literature summary assignments.

DETAILS

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FURTHER INFORMATION

Further Information

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Teaching Language : English

    Teaching Period : 2022-2023 Spring IV - V
    2023-2024 Spring IV - V

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