Guide to Radio Frequency (RF) Technology
Credits: 8 PDH
PDH Course Description:
Radio Frequency (RF) engineering is a specialized field within electrical engineering that deals with the generation, transmission, and reception of radio waves. It encompasses a wide range of applications and technologies, playing a crucial role in modern communication systems, wireless technologies, and various electronic devices. This course provides a comprehensive overview of RF engineering, its significance, historical context, and key foundational concepts.
Topics:
- Overview of Radio Frequency (RF) Technologies
- Historical Development of RF Technology
- Electromagnetic Waves and Propagation
- Electromagnetic Spectrum and RF Frequency Bands
- Wave Propagation Characteristics
- Passive/Active Components in RF Circuits
- Filters and Amplifiers in RF Systems
- System Architecture and Block Diagrams
- Link Budget Analysis
- Noise and Interference in RF Systems
- Antenna Design and Selection
- RF Test Equipment, Instruments, Techniques, Standards
- Spectrum Analysis and Signal Generators
- RF Troubleshooting and Debugging
- Types of RF Modulation and Demodulation
- RF Transmitter/Receiver and Transceiver Architecture
- Performance Metrics and Specifications
- Regulatory Bodies and RF Spectrum Allocation
- RF Spectrum Monitoring and Enforcement
- Wireless Communication Principles, Cellular Networks
- Wireless LANs and Bluetooth
- IoT and RF Connectivity, RFICs
- Microwave Engineering, HF-RF, Radar and RF
- Future/Emerging Trends in RF Tech
- RF Safety and Environmental Considerations
To take this course:
1.) Enroll in Course: Click below to enroll:
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3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.
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4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
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Intended Audience: This course is intended for electrical, mechanical, systems, aerospace, and other engineering professionals whose job description may require a general knowledge of radio frequency technologies.
Publication Source: Original content developed by Cadistics Courseware
Print the Certificate of Completion
Intended Audience: This course is intended for electrical, mechanical, systems, aerospace, and other engineering professionals whose job description may require a general knowledge of radio frequency technologies.
Publication Source: Original content developed by Cadistics Courseware
Donald Parnell, PE