Introducing a Satellite Communications Course in an Electrical Engineering Technology Program

From: Journal of Engineering Technology | Date: October 1, 2004| Author: Lozano-Nieto, Albert | Copyright information

Abstract

Wireless communications, especially satellite-based communications, play an increasingly important role in modern society, providing a growing number of services to the public. However, despite their rising importance, these technologies are not studied in most engineering technology programs. This paper describes an introductory course on satellite communications that balances a solid theoretical approach with meaningful laboratory experiences. Because the course is flexible,...

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