Form 20
Version 3.0 (2007/2008)
Heriot-Watt University - Module Descriptor Template (RAY)
Course Title
Microwave Techniques
School
EPS
Course
Co-ordinator
EECE Teaching Group Convener
SCQF
Level
10
1. Pre-requisites
B39MA or equivalent
2. Linked Courses
(specify if synoptic)
3. Excluded Courses
None.
4. Replacement Course
Code: B31MC
Course
Code
B30MT
Semester
On or OffCampus
Credits
2
On
15
None.
Date Of Replacement: 1 September 2011
5.
Availability as an
Elective
Yes
No
X
6. Degrees for which this
is a core module
7. Aims
To develop knowledge and skills in RF/microwave engineering, which are essential for many applications including mobile and wireless
communications. Firstly, to deal with the solution of the electromagnetic wave equation as it applies to waveguides, stripline and microstrip
transmission line, and secondly to develop the fundamental concepts of microwave networks, wave scattering techniques and their
application to passive microwave devices.
8. Syllabus
Electromagnetic wave equation, Solution for bounded structures, Modes in waveguide, Waveguide dispersion, Waveguide impedance,
power handling and attenuation, Cavity resonators, modal solutions, Quality factor, TEM Transmission lines, stripline, microstrip, CPW,
Wave scattering at discontinuities, Scattering parameters, ABCD parameters, Two-port network, Four-port network, microwave filters and
amplifiers.
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Form 20
Version 3.0 (2007/2008)
Heriot-Watt University - Module Descriptor Template (RAY)
Course Title
Microwave Techniques
School
EPS
Course
Co-ordinator
EECE Teaching Group Convener
SCQF
Level
10
Course
Code
B30MT
Semester
2
On or OffCampus
Credits
On
15
9. Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness)
Subject Mastery
Understanding, Knowledge and Cognitive Skills
Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning)
To have a detailed understanding of the solution of electromagnetic boundary problems such as waveguides and cavity
resonators
To be able to critically analyse modal behaviour of waveguides, waveguide dispersion, waveguide impedance.
A detailed knowledge of wave scattering in discontinuous structures, scattering parameters, simple scattering networks
Understanding of engineering principles and the ability to apply them to analyse key engineering processes.
Personal Abilities
Industrial, Commercial & Professional Practice
Autonomy, Accountability & Working with Others
Communication, Numeracy & ICT
To be able to undertake problem solving, design of very high frequency circuits
To be able to show originality in dealing with high frequency design problems
Understanding of contexts in which engineering knowledge can be applied (e.g. operations and management, technology
development, etc).
10. Assessment Methods
Method
11. Re-assessment Methods
Duration of Exam
Weighting (%)
Synoptic modules?
Method
(if applicable)
Examination
Coursework
2 hours
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
80
20
NA
12. Date and Version
Date of Proposal
23 February 2011
Date of Approval by
School Committee
Date of
Implementation
Version
Number
1.0
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