FACULTY OF ENGINEERING

Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

EEE 422 | Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Name
Microwave Engineering
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
EEE 422
Fall/Spring
3
0
3
5

Prerequisites
  EEE 322 To succeed (To get a grade of at least DD)
Course Language
English
Course Type
Elective
Course Level
First Cycle
Mode of Delivery -
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course -
Course Coordinator -
Course Lecturer(s) -
Assistant(s) -
Course Objectives This course introduces the fundamental techniques necessary for the design and analysis of microwave circuits and systems. Electromagnetic theory, transmission line theory, waveguides, passive microstrip circuits, microwave network analysis, impedance matching and tuning, design of microwave amplifiers, microwave filters and resonators will be discussed with emphasis on practical understanding of microwave engineering.
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Explain microwave systems and components in terms of network theory,
  • Employ Smith charts to calculate reflection coefficients and impedance,
  • İnterpret matching networks and S-parameter description of active devices,
  • Describe the design of microwave amplifiers and oscillators, their stability and performance,
  • Identify fundamental measurements related to microwave engineering.
Course Description The following topics will be included: Review of electromagnetic theory; transmission lines and waveguides; circuit theory for waveguiding systems; impedence matching and transformation; passive microwave devices; electromagnetic resonators; and periodic structures and filters.

 



Course Category

Core Courses
Major Area Courses
X
Supportive Courses
Media and Management Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

 

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week Subjects Related Preparation
1 Introduction to Microwave Engineering and Review Chapter 1. D. M. Pozar. ISBN 0471448788.
2 Review of Electromagnetic Theory Chapter 1. D. M. Pozar. ISBN 0471448788.
3 Transmission Line Theory Chapter 2. D. M. Pozar. ISBN 0471448788.
4 The Smith Chart, Generator and Load Mismatches, Lossy Transmission Lines Chapter 2. D. M. Pozar. ISBN 0471448788.
5 Transmission Lines and Waveguides Chapter 3. D. M. Pozar. ISBN 0471448788.
6 Transmission Lines and Waveguides Chapter 3. D. M. Pozar. ISBN 0471448788.
7 Microwave Network Analysis Chapter 4. D. M. Pozar. ISBN 0471448788.
8 Microwave Network Analysis Chapter 4. D. M. Pozar. ISBN 0471448788.
9 Impedance Matching and Tuning Chapter 5. D. M. Pozar. ISBN 0471448788.
10 Microwave Resonators Chapter 6. D. M. Pozar. ISBN 0471448788.
11 Power Dividers and Directional Couplers Chapter 7. D. M. Pozar. ISBN 0471448788.
12 Microwave Filters Chapter 8. D. M. Pozar. ISBN 0471448788.
13 Noise and Active RF Components Chapter 10. D. M. Pozar. ISBN 0471448788.
14 Microwave Amplifier Design Chapter 11. D. M. Pozar. ISBN 0471448788.
15 Microwave Systems Applications Chapter 13. D. M. Pozar. ISBN 0471448788.
16 Final Review Lecture Notes

 

Course Notes/Textbooks D. M. Pozar, “Microwave Engineering”, 3rd Ed., John Wiley & Sons, 2005, ISBN 0471448788.
Suggested Readings/Materials R. E. Collin, “Foundations for Microwave Engineering”, 2nd Ed., McGrawHill, 1992, ISBN 0071125698.

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities Number Weigthing
Participation
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
2
20
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
8
20
Presentation / Jury
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exams
Midterm
1
30
Final Exam
1
30
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
70
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
30
Total

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities Number Duration (Hours) Workload
Theoretical Course Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
3
48
Laboratory / Application Hours
(Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours)
16
0
Study Hours Out of Class
16
3
48
Field Work
0
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
2
3
6
Portfolio
0
Homework / Assignments
8
2
16
Presentation / Jury
0
Project
0
Seminar / Workshop
0
Oral Exam
0
Midterms
1
15
15
Final Exam
1
15
15
    Total
148

 

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#
Program Competencies/Outcomes
* Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1

To have adequate knowledge in Mathematics, Science and Electrical and Electronics Engineering; to be able to use theoretical and applied information in these areas on complex engineering problems.

X
2

To be able to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex Electrical and Electronics Engineering problems; to be able to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.

X
3

To be able to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the requirements; to be able to apply modern design methods for this purpose.

X
4

To be able to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysis and solution of complex problems in Electrical and Electronics Engineering applications; uses computer and information technologies effectively.

X
5

To be able to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or Electrical and Electronics Engineering research topics.

X
6

To be able to work efficiently in Electrical and Electronics Engineering disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; to be able to work individually.

X
7

To be able to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; to be able to author and comprehend written reports, to be able to prepare design and implementation reports, to present effectively, to be able to give and receive clear and comprehensible instructions.

8

To have knowledge about global and social impact of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; to have knowledge about contemporary issues as they pertain to Electrical and Electronics Engineering; to be aware of the legal ramifications of Electrical and Electronics Engineering solutions.

9

To be aware of ethical behavior, professional and ethical responsibility; to have knowledge about standards utilized in engineering applications

X
10

To have knowledge about industrial practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; to have awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; to have knowledge about sustainable development.

X
11

To be able to collect data in the area of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and to be able to communicate with colleagues in a foreign language. ("European Language Portfolio Global Scale", Level B1)

X
12

To be able to speak a second foreign language at a medium level of fluency efficiently.

13

To recognize the need for lifelong learning; to be able to access information, to be able to stay current with developments in science and technology; to be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout the human history to Electrical and Electronics Engineering.

X

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