Course - MMIC Design and RF/Microwave Measurements - TTT4211
MMIC Design and RF/Microwave Measurements
About
About the course
Course content
The first part of the course will cover the basics of a MMIC (Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit) design. Contents: general physical structure, different technologies, description and models of different components like R, C, L and transistors (HBT and HEMT). The second part of the course will give a thorough introduction to RF/Microwave measurement methods. Contents: calibration and calibration methods (SOLT, TRL, LRM, LRRM etc), measurement accuracy, the use of spectrum analyzers and network analyzers, measurement methods for active and passive components, the use of a probe station.
Learning outcome
This course will give fundamental understanding of design of MMIC circuits, which are parts in a radio system for e.g. communications, radar and navigation, and give knowledge on analysis, design and technology of such circuits. Further familiarise the students with RF/Microwave measurements and accuracy, instrumentation and measurement methods.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, CAD -and laboratory exercises, and a semester project. The semester project will count 50% of the final mark. The laboratory exercises will be a part of the semester project report. If there is a re-sit examination, the examination form may be changed from written to oral. The course may be held in English if foreign exchange students attend.
Recommended previous knowledge
TTT4200 Radio Systems Introduction, and knowledge of electrical circuit and system fundamentals like TET4100 Circuit Analysis, TTT4100 Electronic Circuits.
Course materials
Given at the start of the course.
Subject areas
- Electronics
- Technological subjects
- Telecommunication