EEE 541 | Course Introduction and Application Information - Ph.D. In Electrical-Electronics Engineering

Course Name

Communication Theory

Code	Semester	Theory (hour/week)	Application/Lab (hour/week)	Local Credits	ECTS
EEE 541	Fall/Spring	3	0	3	7.5

Prerequisites	None
Course Language	English
Course Type	Elective
Course Level	Second Cycle
Mode of Delivery	-
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course	-
National Occupation Classification	-
Course Coordinator	-
Course Lecturer(s)	Prof. Dr. Murat AŞKAR
Assistant(s)	-

Course Objectives

This course aims to provide a graduate-level introduction to communication theory. Course content includes the topics such as detection theory, binary M-level hypothesis test, estimation theory, representation of stochastic processes, Karhunen-Loeve expansion, detection and estimation of signal parameters in presence of white and colored noise, estimation of continuous waveforms, optimum linear realizable processors, and Wiener-Hopf equation.

Learning Outcomes

The students who succeeded in this course;

learn how to use and discuss the basic techniques/algorithms of the field,
have knowledge of the advantages and limitations of communications algorithms,
be able to evaluate potential applications of communications techniques,
be able to design and implement various communications algorithms using Matlab and communications toolbox.

Course Description

Detection theory, binary M-level hypothesis test, estimation theory, representation of stochastic processes, Karhunen-Loeve expansion, detection and estimation of signal parameters in presence of white and colored noise, estimation of continuous waveforms, optimum linear realizable processors, and Wiener-Hopf equation.

Course Category	Core Courses
	Major Area Courses	X
	Supportive Courses
	Media and Management Skills Courses
	Transferable Skill Courses

Week	Subjects	Related Preparation	Learning Outcome
1	Introduction, Elements of a Digital Communication System	Proakis and Salehi, Digital Communications, McGraw-Hill, 5th ed., 2001 (Ch. 1)
2	Deterministic and Random Signal Analysis	Proakis and Salehi, Digital Communications, McGraw-Hill, 5th ed., 2001 (Ch. 2)
3	Digital Modulation Schemes	Proakis and Salehi, Digital Communications, McGraw-Hill, 5th ed., 2001 (Ch. 3)
4	Optimum Receivers for AWGN Channels	Proakis and Salehi, Digital Communications, McGraw-Hill, 5th ed., 2001 (Ch. 4)
5	Optimum Receivers for AWGN Channels	Proakis and Salehi, Digital Communications, McGraw-Hill, 5th ed., 2001 (Ch. 4)
6	Carrier and Symbol Synchronization	Proakis and Salehi, Digital Communications, McGraw-Hill, 5th ed., 2001 (Ch. 5)
7	Introduction to Information Theory	Proakis and Salehi, Digital Communications, McGraw-Hill, 5th ed., 2001 (Ch. 6)
8	Midterm
9	Linear Block Codes, Convolutional Codes	Proakis and Salehi, Digital Communications, McGraw-Hill, 5th ed., 2001 (Ch. 7,8)
10	Optimum Receiver for Channels with ISI and AWGN	Proakis and Salehi, Digital Communications, McGraw-Hill, 5th ed., 2001 (Ch. 7,8)
11	Linear and Decision-Feedback Equalization, Adaptive Equalization	Proakis and Salehi, Digital Communications, McGraw-Hill, 5th ed., 2001 (Ch. 9,10)
12	Multicarrier Communications	Proakis and Salehi, Digital Communications, McGraw-Hill, 5th ed., 2001 (Ch. 11)
13	In-class Presentations
14	In-class Presentations
15	In-class Presentations
16	Review of the Semester

Course Notes/Textbooks	The textbook referenced above and course slides
Suggested Readings/Materials	Related Research Papers

Semester Activities	Number	Weigthing
Participation
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments	5	30
Presentation / Jury
Project	1	30
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exams
Midterm
Final Exam	1	40
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade	6	60
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade	1	40
Total

Semester Activities	Number	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Theoretical Course Hours (Including exam week: 16 x total hours)	16	3	48
Laboratory / Application Hours (Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours)	16		0
Study Hours Out of Class	15	4	60
Field Work			0
Quizzes / Studio Critiques			0
Portfolio			0
Homework / Assignments	5	10	50
Presentation / Jury			0
Project	1	45	45
Seminar / Workshop			0
Oral Exam			0
Midterms			0
Final Exam	1	22	22
		Total	225

#	PC Sub	Program Competencies/Outcomes	* Contribution Level
#	PC Sub	Program Competencies/Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	Accesses information in breadth and depth by conducting scientific research in Electrical and Electronics Engineering; evaluates, interprets and applies information.		-	X	-	-	-
2	Is well-informed about contemporary techniques and methods used in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and their limitations.		-	-	-	X	-
3	Uses scientific methods to complete and apply information from uncertain, limited or incomplete data; can combine and use information from different disciplines. Knows and applies the research methods in studies of the area with a high level of skill.		-	-	X	-	-
4	Is informed about new and upcoming applications in the field and learns them whenever necessary.		-	-	X	-	-
5	Defines and formulates problems related to Electrical and Electronics Engineering, develops methods to solve them and uses progressive methods in solutions. Can independently realize novel studies that bring innovation to the field, or methods, or design, or known methods.		-	-	-	-	X
6	Develops novel and/or original methods, designs complex systems or processes and develops progressive/alternative solutions in designs.		-	-	X	-	-
7	Designs and implements studies based on theory, experiments and modeling; analyses and resolves the complex problems that arise in this process. Performs critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new and complex ideas.		-	-	-	-	X
8	Can work effectively in interdisciplinary teams as well as teams of the same discipline, can lead such teams and can develop approaches for resolving complex situations; can work independently and takes responsibility.		-	-	X	-	-
9	Engages in written and oral communication at least in Level C1 of the European Language Portfolio Global Scale.		-	-	X	-	-
10	Communicates the process and the results of his/her studies in national and international venues systematically, clearly and in written or oral form.		X	-	-	-	-
11	Evaluates the results of scientific, technological and engineering research and development activities in terms of the social, environmental, health, safety and legal aspects. Examines social relations and norms related to the field, and develops and makes attempts to change them if necessary. Knows their project management and business applications, and is aware of their limitations in Electrical and Electronics Engineering applications.		X	-	-	-	-
12	Highly regards scientific and ethical values in data collection, interpretation, communication and in every professional activity. Adheres to the principles of research and publication ethics.		X	-	-	-	-

EEE 541 | Course Introduction and Application Information

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