Duration: 32 Hours
/ Technical Level: Level 2
Course Code: RP1301
The world has seen a phenomenal growth in the application and use of radio technology. What haven’t changed, however, are the principles upon which all of these technologies are built.
The Radio Principles course provides an in-depth understanding of these principles on which radio technologies are built, taking students on a logical and detailed path through the various aspects of the theory, and practice, of radio communications.
Through attendance on this course, delegates will build an understanding of how radio works and how this impacts manufacturers, users and operators of radio technology.
Who would benefit
Those requiring an understanding of the principles and concepts of radio that underpin today’s radio technologies.
Prerequisites
Some experience in telecommunications engineering is beneficial but the course is also suitable for delegates with an aptitude for technical subjects.
Topic Areas Include
- The use and management of the radio spectrum
- Waveform fundamentals and baseband information
- Power levels and measurements
Analogue and digital modulation techniques
- Simplex, semi-duplex and duplex - FDD and TDD
- Multiplexing – FDMA, TDMA, CDMA and OFDMA
- Transmitters and receivers
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- Antennas and transmission lines
- Radio propagation mechanisms
- Introduction to coverage prediction
- Principles of cellular coverage techniques
- Diversity and MIMO
- An overview of fixed and mobile radio technologies in use today
Includes practical exercises and demonstrations.
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On-Demand Online Training
Our self-paced on-demand distance learning programmes are accessible on any computer, tablet or smartphone and allow you to study at a time and location that is convenient to you.
Each course includes:
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Illustrated Course Books - featuring leading edge knowledge from subject matter experts.
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Videos - Detailed videos expand the points covered in the course books, discussing topics in greater depth.
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Tutor Support – Dedicated course tutors are available to answer any questions you might have throughout your studies.
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Formative Assessment - Modules include regular quizzes to support learning by testing your knowledge of the subject matter.
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Certification– Successfully complete the end of module tests to earn Digital Badges to demonstrate the depth of your knowledge of the topic.
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