Telecommunication Fundamentals
Aim:This Unit provides candidates with the knowledge and understanding associated with noise sources, and the various methods of reducing their effects on the performance of electronic circuits. It also identifies and describes the factors affecting electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and how these can be minimised by good design practice. The Unit also provides the candidate with an understanding of the modulation and demodulation techniques used in the telecommunications industry and applies these methods to explain the function of various RF circuits used in transmitters and receivers.
SCQF Level: 8
Length of Study:
18 weeks with tutor support
Entry Requirements:
Candidates should have a basic knowledge and understanding of electromagnetic waves and telecommunications. This may be evidenced by possession of a Higher in Electronics or Telecommunications or the following National Qualification Units: E7SG 12 Communication Radio Circuits and Systems 2, E7S6 11 Basic Telecommunications, E7S7 12 Principles of Telecommunications Systems, EG3B 12 Telecommunications Signal Processing, EG39 11 Introduction to Telecommunications.
Contents:
Outline the various sources and factors which cause noise and EMC, and explain the reduction methods applied in practice, Analyse Modulation Techniques, Analyse Demodulation Techniques, Outline the Principles of Digital data Modulation and Demodulation.
Study Method:
Home-based study with tutor support for help and advice.
Assessment:
Written and Practical Assessments
Cost:
£110 + £13 SQA Fees
