Module Specification |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Communication Systems | ||
Code | ELEC202 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr W Al-Nuaimy Electrical Engineering and Electronics Wax@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2022-23 | Level 5 FHEQ | Second Semester | 7.5 |
Aims |
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To present the concepts involved with signals and communication systems. Namely: Basic communications theory; analogue modulation: amplitude modulation; analogue modulation:angle modulation; sampling and quantisation; digital (data) and analogue systems; pulse modulation; digital modulation and multiplexing. |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
MATH191 MATHEMATICS I FOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS; MATH192 MATHEMATICS II FOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS |
Co-requisite modules: |
ELEC270 SIGNALS AND SYSTEMS |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) On successful completion of this module the student should be able to understand basics of modern analogue and digital communication systems and modulation techniques, their historical development and societal context in terms of contributing to quality of life. |
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(LO2) On successful completion of this module the student should be able to use various signal analysis tools to analyse communication systems, such as spectrum analysis, frequency domain representations, sampling theory and quantisation. |
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(LO3) On successful completion of this module the student should be able to describe the effect of noise on communication systems. |
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(LO4) On successful completion of this module the student should be able to describe, use and compare various analogue modulation/demodulation techniques. Understand relevant concepts such as amplitude modulation, suppressed carrier, large carrier, double sideband, single sideband, vestigial sideband, angle modulation frequency modulation, phase modulation, envelop detector, coherent demodulator, modulation index, power efficiency, bandwidth, etc. |
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(LO5) On successful completion of this module the student should be able to describe, use and compare various digital modulation/demodulation techniques.Understand relevant concepts, such as pulse code modulation, pulse widthmodulation, pulse position modulation, pulse amplitude modulation, amplitudeshift keying, phase shift keying, frequency shift keying, baseband system,passband system, etc. |
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(LO6) On successful completion of this module the student should be able to describe, use and compare various multiplexing techniques, such as frequency division multiplexing and time division multiplexing. |
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(S1) Critical thinking and problem solving - Critical analysis |
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(S2) Numeracy/computational skills - Problem solving |
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(S3) Commercial awareness - Ability to analyse/balance risk and reward |
Syllabus |
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Basic Knowledge: Amplitude Modulation: Angle Modulation : Sampling: Pulse Modulation: Digital Modulation: Multiplexing: |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Due to Covid-19, one or more of the following delivery methods will be implemented based on the current local conditions and safety guidelines. (a) Hybrid delivery, with social distancing on Campus Teaching Method 1 - On-line asynchronous lectures Teaching Method 2 - Synchronous face to face tutorials (b) Fully online delivery and assessment Teaching Method 1 - On-line asynchronous lectures Teaching Method 2 - On-line synchronous tutorials (c) Standard on-campus delivery with minimal social distancing Teaching Method 1 - Lecture Teaching Method 2 - Tutorial |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
12 |
2 6 3 |
23 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 52 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 75 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
(202.1) Class Test 2 There is a resit opportunity. Non-standard penalty applies for late submission - Hard online deadline. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :As sche | 1 | 15 | ||||
(202.2) Class Test 1 There is a resit opportunity. Non-standard penalty applies for late submission - Hard online deadline. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :As sche | 0 | 15 | ||||
(202) Assessment 2 There is a resit opportunity. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2 examination period | 0 | 70 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Reading List |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |