Prerequisite/Recommended prerequisite for
participation in the module
The module builds upon knowledge of Electro-magnetics, and Antennas
and their connection to stochastic radio channels. Moreover the
module builds on knowledge obtained during the modules Wireless
PHY/MAC Fundamentals (1st semester) and Wireless System Performance
(2nd semester) or similar
Content, progress and pedagogy of the
module
Learning objectives
Knowledge
- Antennas
- Basic antennas
- Requirements for antennas in a scattering radio
environment
- Multi-antenna/ correlation analysis
- Antenna measurement principles
- Near field (antenna design)
- Finite Difference Time Domain (FDTD) Method
- Method of Moments
- Far field (propagation)
- Ray tracing
- Phase screen methods and diffraction
- Propagation scattering modeling for multiple antenna
systems
Skills
- Identify connection between antenna system and radio channel
behavior
- Assess performance of antenna elements and antenna systems
- Select appropriate Electro-magnetic near and far field
Simulation methodology for realistic antenna and propagation
settings
Competences
- Apply antenna(system) and propagation conditions in
new/real-world constellations for analyzing wireless communication
system impact and performance optimization
- Evaluate limits of the methods and theories as applied to more
general problems
Type of instruction
Types of instruction are listed at the start of ยง17; Structure
and contents of the programme.
Exam
Exams
| Name of exam | Antennas and Propagation |
| Type of exam | Written or oral exam |
| ECTS | 5 |
| Assessment | Passed/Not Passed |
| Type of grading | Internal examination |
| Criteria of assessment | The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination
Policies and Procedures |
