Syllabus

This course aims to teach the theory of transmission lines and the matrix representation of microwave networks, preparing students for the next course, EE 452 - Microwave Circuit Design.

Course Content:

1 Circuit Analysis of Transmission Lines, Loaded Lines, and Input Impedance.

2 Quiz I.

3 Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR)

4 The Smith Chart.

5 Quiz II.

6 Impedance Matching I

7 Quiz III.

8 Power Flow and Losses.

9 Quiz IV.

10 Matrix Representation of Microwave Networks.

11 Quiz V..

12 S-parameters.

13 Quiz VI.

14 Final Exam Preparation.

Textbook: Sener, G. Microwave Theory and Circuit Design with ADS Simulations

Grading Policy: 60% Quizzes + 40% Final Exam.

60% of attendance is compulsory for this course.