Fields in communications
S Jenvey
4 points * 26 lecture hours, 26 laboratory/tutorial hours * First semester * Caulfield * Prerequisites: MAC2912
Objectives To provide the student with a sound basis in electromagnetics sufficient to enable study of systems and components in fields such as communications and electrical machines.
Synopsis Introduction to electromagnetic fields: electrostatics, magnetostatics, electrodynamics, Maxwell's equations. Propagating fields: planewave propagation, generalised transmission lines, the Smith chart and its usage, free space electromagnetic propagation and antennas.
Assessment Examination (3 hours): 60% * Laboratory work and assignments: 40%
Recommended texts
Kraus Electromagnetics 4th edn, McGraw-Hill, 1992
Iskander Electromagnetic fields and waves Prentice-Hall, 1992
Schwarcz S E Electromagnetics for engineers HRW-Saunders, 1990
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