Wireless Communications and Networks
General
Prefix
ECE
Course Number
424
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Science and Engineering
Description
Engineering design of a wireless network focusing on the physical layer, including wireless propagation models, modulation techniques, and error control coding. Simulation and implementation of wireless networks. Lab.
Prerequisites
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
No
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Analyze bit rate requirements and recommend a modulation technique.
Outcome
Analyze the bit error rate of a network.
Outcome
Explain error control codes.
Outcome
Analyze wireless communication channels.
Outcome
Design a network using a unified network model.
Outcome
Specify mobile routing and user association techniques.
Outcome
Identify generations of cellular and mobile technologies.