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Ph.D. In Electrical-Electronics Engineering

EEE 544 | Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Name
Satellite Communication
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
EEE 544
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 -
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s) -
Course Objectives This course covers topics such as Introduction and Background, Orbital Aspects and Launching, Spacecraft Subsystems, Link Budgets, Modulation, Multiple Access & On - board Processing, Coding, Frequency & Propagation Aspects, Earth Station Technology & VSATs, Non-Geosynchronous Orbits (NGSO), Applications (GPS, Mobile, Internet, etc.)
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Specify systems design for satellite communications
  • Analyse the performance of satellite communications systems
  • Conduct further research on satellite communication systems engineering
  • Exercise the following skills: project management, teamwork and leadership, technical communication, and self-directed and group learning
Course Description Introduction and Background, Orbital Aspects and Launching, Spacecraft Subsystems, Link Budgets, Modulation, Multiple Access & On - board Processing, Coding, Frequency & Propagation Aspects, Earth Station Technology & VSATs, Non-Geosynchronous Orbits (NGSO), Applications (GPS, Mobile, Internet, etc.).

 



Course Category

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

 

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week Subjects Related Preparation
1 Introduction, orbital mechanics and launchers. Satellite Communications, 2nd Edition Timothy Pratt, Charles W. Bostian, Jeremy E. Allnutt, Wiley 2003 (Ch 1)
2 Satellite Link Design. Satellite Communications, 2nd Edition Timothy Pratt, Charles W. Bostian, Jeremy E. Allnutt, Wiley 2003 (Ch 2)
3 Modulation and Multiplexing Techniques for Satellite Links. Satellite Communications, 2nd Edition Timothy Pratt, Charles W. Bostian, Jeremy E. Allnutt, Wiley 2003 (Ch 3)
4 Multiple Access. Satellite Communications, 2nd Edition Timothy Pratt, Charles W. Bostian, Jeremy E. Allnutt, Wiley 2003 (Ch 4)
5 Error Control for Digital Satellite Links. Satellite Communications, 2nd Edition Timothy Pratt, Charles W. Bostian, Jeremy E. Allnutt, Wiley 2003 (Ch 5)
6 Propagation Effects and their Impact on Satellite-Earth Links. Satellite Communications, 2nd Edition Timothy Pratt, Charles W. Bostian, Jeremy E. Allnutt, Wiley 2003 (Ch 6)
7 VSAT SYSTEMS. Satellite Communications, 2nd Edition Timothy Pratt, Charles W. Bostian, Jeremy E. Allnutt, Wiley 2003 (Ch 7)
8 Low Earth Orbit and Non-Geostationary Satellite Systems. Satellite Communications, 2nd Edition Timothy Pratt, Charles W. Bostian, Jeremy E. Allnutt, Wiley 2003 (Ch 8)
9 Direct Broadcast Satellite Television and Radio. Satellite Communications, 2nd Edition Timothy Pratt, Charles W. Bostian, Jeremy E. Allnutt, Wiley 2003 (Ch 8)
10 Satellite Navigation and the Global Positioning System. Satellite Communications, 2nd Edition Timothy Pratt, Charles W. Bostian, Jeremy E. Allnutt, Wiley 2003 (Ch 10)
11 The Simple Attenuation Model. Satellite Communications, 2nd Edition Timothy Pratt, Charles W. Bostian, Jeremy E. Allnutt, Wiley 2003 (appendix)
12 In-class Presentations
13 In-class Presentations
14 In-class Presentations
15 Review of the Semester  
16 Review of the Semester  

 

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

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities Number Weigthing
Participation
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
Presentation / Jury
1
20
Project
1
40
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exams
Midterm
Final Exam
1
40
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
2
60
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
1
40
Total

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

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
16
5
80
Field Work
0
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
0
Portfolio
0
Homework / Assignments
0
Presentation / Jury
1
45
45
Project
1
50
50
Seminar / Workshop
0
Oral Exam
0
Midterms
0
Final Exam
1
2
2
    Total
225

 

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#
Program Competencies/Outcomes
* Contribution Level
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

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest

 


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