Checking date: 17/01/2025


Course: 2024/2025

Telecommunication Systems
(15391)
Bachelor in Telecommunication Technologies Engineering (Study Plan 2019) (Plan: 445 - Estudio: 252)


Coordinating teacher: GIL JIMENEZ, VICTOR PEDRO

Department assigned to the subject: Signal and Communications Theory Department

Type: Compulsory
ECTS Credits: 6.0 ECTS

Course:
Semester:




Requirements (Subjects that are assumed to be known)
- Digital Communications: 3th year, 1st Semester - Communications theory: 2nd year, 2nd Semester
Objectives
The student will acquire knowledge about the principles of contemporary telecommunication systems. With an integrating and systemic character, the student acquires the ability to analyze and design complete telecommunication systems according to the fundamental quality parameters and requirements. He/She will also be able to evaluate the pros and cons of different technological alternatives. Also, the student will be capable of communicating efficiently in written and oral form, the procedure followed to solve problems of design of mobile communication systems.
Learning Outcomes
CB1: Students have demonstrated possession and understanding of knowledge in an area of study that builds on the foundation of general secondary education, and is usually at a level that, while relying on advanced textbooks, also includes some aspects that involve knowledge from the cutting edge of their field of study CB2: Students are able to apply their knowledge to their work or vocation in a professional manner and possess the competences usually demonstrated through the development and defence of arguments and problem solving within their field of study. CG1: Ability to write, develop and sign projects in the area of telecommunications engineering aimed at the design, development and utilization of telecommunications and electronic networks, services and applications, in accordance with the competences acquired in the degree program, as set out in Section 5 of OM CIN 352/2009. ECRT1: Ability to learn and acquire autonomously the requisite new knowledge for the design, development and utilization of telecommunication systems and services. ECRT4: Ability to analyze and specify the fundamental parameters for a communications system. ECRT5: Ability to weigh the advantages and disadvantages of different alternative technologies for development and implementation of communication systems, from the point of view of signal space, perturbations and noise, and analog and digital modulation systems. ETEGITT1: Ability to construct, use and manage telecommunication networks, services, processes and applications, such as systems for capture, transport, representation, processing, storage, and multimedia information presentation and management, from the point of view of transmission systems. ETEGITT8: Ability to construct, develop and manage telecommunication systems applications, such as systems for capture, analog and digital processing, codification, transport, representation, processing, storage, reproduction, management and presentation of audiovisual services and multimedia information. RA1: Knowledge and understanding of the general fundamentals of engineering, scientific and mathematical principles, as well as those of their branch or specialty, including some knowledge at the forefront of their field. RA2:  Analysis. Graduates will be able to solve engineering problems through an analysis process, identifying the problem, recognising specifications, establishing different methods of resolution, selecting the most appropriate one and implementing it correctly. They must be able to use various methods and recognize the importance of social constraints, human health, safety, the environment, as well as commercial constraints. RA3: Design. Graduates will have the ability to make engineering designs according to their level of knowledge and understanding, working as a team. Design encompasses devices, processes, methods and objects, and specifications that are broader than strictly technical, including social awareness, health and safety, environmental and commercial considerations RA4: Research. Graduates will be able to use appropriate methods to carry out detailed research and studies of technical aspects, commensurate with their level of knowledge. The research involves bibliographic searches, design and execution of experiments, interpretation of data, selection of the best proposal and computer simulation. May require consultation of databases, standards and security procedures. RA5: Applications. Graduates will have the ability to apply their knowledge and understanding to solve problems, conduct research, and design engineering devices or processes. These skills include knowledge, use and limitations of materials, computer models, process engineering, equipment, practical work, technical literature and information sources. They must be aware  of all the implications of engineering practice: ethical, environmental, commercial and industrial. RA6: Generic competences. Graduates will have the generic skills necessary for engineering practice, and which are widely applicable. First, to work effectively, both individually and as a team, as well as to communicate effectively. In addition, demonstrate awareness of the responsibility of engineering practice, social and environmental impact, and commitment to professional ethics, responsibility and standards of engineering practice. They must also have knowledge of business and project management practices, as well as risk management and control, and understand their limitations. Finally, have the capacity for continuous learning.
Description of contents: programme
Introduction to Telecommunications systems: Systems, networks and services; core and Access networks; regulation - Main parameters: coverage, transmission, multiple access, traffic, quality of service - Broadband communications: IDSN, xDSL, SDH, (D)WDM - Terrestrial Mobile Communications systems: Coverage, design, 2G, 2.5G, 3G, 3.5G, 4G, 5G - Satellite Systems: fixed and mobile - Broadcast Systems:
Learning activities and methodology
Two learning activities are proposed, namely, theoretical clases and study cases. Theoretical Classes (4 ECTS): Theoretical classes using the blackboard, slides or video presentations where all the concepts are explained. In these lectures, the student will acquire the main concepts about mobile communications systems and their design and performance. Also practical excercises are included here. Study Cases and Practical Classes (2 ECTS): In order to acquire a more integrate view on the systems, several study cases have to be solved by the students either individual or in groups. In the lab, link budget satellite simulators will be used for the reinforcement of the concepts learned in class.
Assessment System
  • % end-of-term-examination 60
  • % of continuous assessment (assigments, laboratory, practicals...) 40

Calendar of Continuous assessment


Extraordinary call: regulations
Basic Bibliography
  • Roger L. Freeman . Telecommunication System Engineering. 4th Edition. Wiley. 2004
Additional Bibliography
  • Gerard Maral, Michel Bousquet, Zhili Sun . Satellite communications systems: systems, techniques and technology. Wiley. 2009
  • Harri Holma, Antti Toskala . LTE for UMTS: Evolution to LTE-Advanced, 2nd Edition. Wiley. 2011
  • Klaus Grobe, Michael Eiselt. Wavelength Division multiplexing: a practical engineering guide. Wiley. 2013
  • Roger L. Freeman. Telecommunication Transmision Handbook. 4th Edition. Wiley. 1998

The course syllabus may change due academic events or other reasons.