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Pre-requisite: ECE2004 Transmission Lines and Waveguides
Objectives :
Introduce the mechanism and models for radio-wave propagation.
Provide an understanding of antenna radiating principle.
Discuss fundamental characteristics and parameters of antennas.
Provide overview on types of antennas, arrays its operating principles, methods and concepts to
design.
Provide an awareness of antenna applications in various types of communication.
Expected Outcome :
At the completion of the course the students will be able to:
Identify the type of radio-wave propagation for different communication.
Understand the radiation mechanism and relate how electromagnetic fields are generated, guided,
and radiated.
Identify basic antenna parameters and understand radiation patterns
Apply the design criteria to antenna structures such as linear antennas, loop antennas, and
antenna arrays.
Select antenna for specific application
Student Learning Outcomes (SLO) 1,2,5,9,12
Text Books:
1. C.A. Balanis, “Antenna Theory - Analysis and Design”, 3/e, John Wiley & Sons, 2005, Reprint 2012
Reference Books:
1. S. R. Saunders, “Antennas and Propagation for Wireless Communication”, 2/e, John Wiley, 2007.
2. J. D. Krauss, “Antennas for all applications”, TMH, 5/e, 2010
3. Yi Huang and Kevin Boyle, “Antenna From Theory to Practice”, 1/e, John Wiley, 2008.
4. R. S. Elliot, “Antenna Theory and Design”, IEEE Press, Wiley India, 2007.