ELE4092

Radio frequency design

S Jenvey

4 points
* 52 combined lecture, laboratory and tutorial hours
* Second semester
* Caulfield
* Prerequisite: ELE3262

Objectives To impart to the student a basic understanding of the principles that make electronic components function in an apparently different manner at radio frequencies compared to lower frequencies and to utilise this understanding in the design of RF circuits and devices.

Synopsis Introduction: a study of components and their performance variation with frequency. S parameter theory, small-signal amplifier design, matching techniques and microstrip circuit design. Computer-aided microwave circuit analysis and design.

Assessment Class test and design exercises

Recommended texts

Bowick C R F design Sams
Wedge S, Compton R and Rutledge J Puff computer-aided design for microwave integrated circuits Puff Distribution