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LevelIntegrated RF Components and Circuits (B-KUL-H06E6A)
Schreurs Dominique (coordinator) |
Nauwelaers Bart |
Schreurs Dominique
Aims
The focus of this course is on the relationship between semiconductor
technology and the high-frequency performance of devices and circuits.
For a better understanding, some basic concepts of microwave techniques
are explained first.
Previous knowledge
Necessary basis to disciplines as offered in the introductory courses H01M3A Elektronische basisschakelingen; H06F2A Semiconductor physics and H06F0A Semiconductor devices.
The students should also be familiar with the basic concepts of waves and electromagnetics, as taught as part of a physics course during the bachelor.
Course material
Articles and literature
Toledo / e-platform
Is also included in other courses
- Master of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (no new enrolments in 2012-2013) (Engineering) 120 ects.
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Erasmus Mundus Master of Science in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
120 ects.
- Master of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (new programme, starts in 2012-2013) (Option: Nanodevices and Nanophysics) 120 ects.
Activities
2.4 ects. Integrated RF Components and Circuits: Lecture (B-KUL-H06E6a)
Content
Introduction
RF system
overview of the different technologies
Passive components
distributed components: transmission lines
lumped components: inductors, capacitors, resistors
Active components
diodes + transistors: operation + HF figures of merit
Circuits
passive circuits: dividers, couplers
active circuits: amplifiers, oscillators, ...
Measurement techniques
DC, S-parameter, noise and large-signal
0.6 ects. Integrated RF Components and Circuits: Exercises and Labs (B-KUL-H06E7a)
Content
Introduction
RF system
overview of the different technologies
Passive components
distributed components: transmission lines
lumped components: inductors, capacitors, resistors
Active components
diodes + transistors: operation + HF figures of merit
Circuits
passive circuits: dividers, couplers
active circuits: amplifiers, oscillators, ...
Measurement techniques
DC, S-parameter, noise and large-signal
Aims
De theorie toepassen op praktische voorbeelden.
Description of learning activities
3 oefenzittingen in een computerlokaal, waarbij praktische ontwerpoefeningen gemaakt worden; 1 labo-zitting om vertrouwd te geraken met microgolfmeetinstrumentatie.
Course material
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