Syllabus Application
EE 306
Introduction to Radio Frequency and Microwave Design
Faculty
Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences
Semester
Spring 2025-2026
Course
EE 306 -
Introduction to Radio Frequency and Microwave Design
Time/Place
Time
Week Day
Place
Date
08:40-11:30
Thu
FENS-L056
Feb 16-May 22, 2026
Level of course
Undergraduate
Course Credits
SU Credit:3, ECTS:6, Engineering:6
Prerequisites
ENS 201 and EE 200 and EE 202
Corequisites
EE 306R
Course Type
Lecture
Instructor(s) Information
İlker Kalyoncu
Course Information
Catalog Course Description
Electromagnetic wave propagation, transmission line theory microwave transmission systems, passive components, microwave tubes, solid state microwave devices, microwave integrated circuits, S-parameter analysis, microstrip and coplanar lines transmission lines.
Course Learning Outcomes:
| 1. | By the end of this module, students will understand the behavior of components at high frequencies, limitations of basic circuit design at high frequencies, transmission line analysis. |
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| 2. | Use the Smith Chart for high frequency circuit design. Design matching and biasing networks. |
| 3. | Know the S parameters, Z, Y parameters analysis |
| 4. | Design high frequency transistor amplifiers. |
| 5. | Learn high frequency measurement concepts, and use test equipment such as network analyzers. Use RF simulation tools such as Agilent's ADS. Build a working 1 GHz single transistor amplifier with at least 10 db gain, at the end of the course |
Course Objective
To teach the basics of high frequency design, behavior of passive components at RF frequencies, new design methods using Smith Chart, S parameters and transmission lines. RF amplifier concepts will be introduced. At the end, students will be able to design a high frequency single transistor amplifier as a course project (individually), and measure its performance using RF measurement tools. Using RF simulation tools efficiently is also the intended outcome of this course.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Related to This Course:
| Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure |