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 Assignment Presentation - I.

3 Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR)

4 Assignment Presentation - II.

5 The Smith Chart.

6 Assignment Presentation - III.

6 Impedance Matching I

7 Assignment Presentation - IV.

8 Power Flow and Losses.

9 Assignment Presentation - V.

9 Matrix Representation of Microwave Networks.

10 Assignment Presentation - VI.

10 S-parameters.

11 Assignment Presentation - VII.

12 Microwave Hybrids.

13 Assignment Presentation - VIII.

14 Final Exam Preparation.

Textbook: Sener, G. Lecture Notes, 2025.

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