Courses & Units
Advanced Digital Communications ENG740
Introduction
This unit builds on the concepts of data networks and digital electronics in the 2nd year of the course and adds numerous design techniques for communication equipment. Topics include mixed signal design, source encoding, small scale fading, data encoding, security and error correction. Students will design and build communication related hardware and learn the applicability of various technologies with regards to their history and current use with a focus on IoT.
Summary
| Unit name | Advanced Digital Communications |
|---|---|
| Unit code | ENG740 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Engineering |
| Discipline | Engineering |
| Coordinator | Doctor Benjamin Millar |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
This unit is currently unavailable.
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Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Select data encoding, security and error correction technologies for a communication system
- Design communication equipment including IoT devices for use within a communication network
- Build communication device prototypes for use in modern communication networks
- Explain data encoding, security and error correction technologies with reference to their role within contemporary communications systems
- Identify the advantages and disadvantages of contemporary and legacy technologies used in existing communication systems
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
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| not applicable |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Prerequisites
ENG746 Digital Electronics|ENG749 Networking and AntennasTeaching
| Assessment | Exam (50%)|Laboratory/practical (10%)|Laboratory/practical (15%)|Assignment (15%)|Assignment (10%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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