module specification

Broadband systems are essential for enabling high-speed communication, data exchange, and automation across a wide range of sectors. In telecommunications, they underpin high-speed internet, mobile networks, and satellite communications, facilitating seamless global connectivity. In healthcare, broadband technology supports telemedicine, remote patient monitoring, and the rapid transmission of medical imaging data—contributing to improved patient care and diagnostics.

This module introduces students to the principles and applications of broadband systems and technologies. It covers system operations, design requirements, and analytical approaches, equipping students with both theoretical understanding and practical design skills. The module also develops teamwork and collaboration abilities through a group-based project.

Level 5 – completed CT5002 Does not for BEng Biomedical Engineering.

• Microwave systems: The microwave spectrum, applications and the role of microwaves in modern broadband communications systems, microwave circuit analysis, antennas and components for high frequency wireless systems.

• Radio propagation characteristics: atmospheric absorption, diffraction, reflection, fading effects,

• Line-of-sight links: planning, regulations/frequency plans; site selection; energy budget-path analysis, noise calculations; fade margins; Comparison of analogue and digital links.

• Radar Systems: Origin, history, applications of radar, principles of basic pulse, FMCW and Doppler radar systems; regulatory bodies and frequency allocation. Radar equation, prediction of maximum range, minimum detectable signal, probability of detection and false alarm.

Students will be expected to carry out independent background study to familiarise themselves with the platforms and tools that will be used during the module. The module includes online learning material via Weblearn (VLE), face-to-face delivery of content, teaching/tutorial and assessment activities, student support and feedback.

On successful completion of this module students should be able to:

LO1. Demonstrate knowledge of the key features, applications, operations, and design requirements of modern broadband systems, including an evaluation of their components in terms of quality and trade-offs using analytical tools and modelling techniques.

LO2. Discuss through design and analysis the key factors affecting the performance of a typical broadband systems with due consideration to system specifications and other relevant factors in the planning and design of such systems.

LO3. Use appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model the systems, recognising the limitations of the techniques employed.

LO4. Select and evaluate appropriate technical literature in the implementation of broadband systems with consideration of health & safety, diversity, inclusion, cultural, societal, environmental and commercial matters, codes of practice and industry standards.

LO5. Apply appropriate concepts and principles to analyse and critically evaluate the performance of such systems individually as well as being an effective member of a team

CT6064 Broadband Systems I | London Metropolitan University (talis.com) Textbooks:

[1] Pozar (2021), Microwave Engineering, Wiley ISBN: 978-1-119-77062-6

[2] Pozar (2011), Microwave and RF Design of Wireless Systems, Wiley ISBN: 978-1-118-29813-8

[3] Kyung-Whan Yeon (2015), Microwave Circuit Design: A Practical Approach Using ADS, ISBN-10: 0134086783

[4] Otto Strobel (2016), Optical and Microwave Technologies for Telecommunication Networks, ISBN: 978-1-119-97190-0

[5] Frank Gustrau (2012), RF and Microwave Engineering: Fundamentals of Wireless Communications, ISBN: 978-1-119-95171-1
[6] G Kizer (2013), Digital Microwave Communication: Engineering Point-to-Point Microwave Systems, Wiley-IEEE Press, ISBN: 978-0-470-12534-2

[7] Kai Chang (2004), RF and Microwave Wireless Systems, ISBN: 978-0-471-46387-0

[8] R. Sorrentino, Giovanni Bianchi (2010), Microwave and RF Engineering, ISBN: 978-0-470-75862-5

[9] Kingsley & Quegan (1992), Understanding Radar Systems, McGraw-Hill ISBN 0-07-707426-2

[10] Skolnik (2000), Introduction to Radar Systems, McGraw-Hill ISBN 0-07-118189-X

Journals:

IEEE Transaction on Microwave, Theory & Techniques

IEEE Optical Communications Journal of Communications and Networks

IEEE Communications Magazine

IEEE Transactions on Communications

IET Communications

Websites:IEEE xplore