ECE 5013
Transcript Abbreviation:
Intro Radar System
Course Description:
Introduces the fundamentals of radar such as the main concepts and techniques used in modern radar systems. The class is a survey course exposing students to a wide range of radar applications and design issues.
Course Levels:
Undergraduate (1000-5000 level)
Graduate (5000-8000 level)
Designation:
Elective
General Education Course:
(N/A)
Cross-Listings:
(N/A)
Credit Hours (Minimum if “Range”selected):
3.00
Max Credit Hours:
(N/A)
Select if Repeatable:
Off
Maximum Repeatable Credits:
(N/A)
Total Completions Allowed:
(N/A)
Allow Multiple Enrollments in Term:
No
Course Length:
14 weeks (autumn or spring)
12 weeks (summer only)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Columbus
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
Prereq: 3050, and 3010 or 3010.01, and Stat 3470; or Grad standing in Engr.
Electronically Enforced:
No
Exclusions:
Not open to students with credit for 5194.01.
Course Goals / Objectives:
Master the use of the radar range equation in a variety of its many forms.
Master the basic concepts of pulse-Doppler radar systems and the fundamental equations.
Be competent with key concepts underpinning modern radar design.
Be familiar with the operation and trade-offs of modern radar systems.
Be competent in relating SAR system parameters to SAR system performance (e.g. range and cross-range resolution)
Be familiar with SAR imaging algorithms
Check if concurrence sought:
No
Contact Hours:
| Topic | LEC | REC out-of-class | REC in-class | Weekly LAB out-of-class | Weekly LAB in-class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| History and background of Radar | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| The radar equation, detection and clutter | 12.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| MTI and pulse Doppler radar | 4.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Pulse compression and waveform design | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| CW and FM radar | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Tracking radar | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Radar antennas and arrays | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| SAR | 4.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Total | 38 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Letter Grade
Course Components:
Lecture
Grade Roster Component:
Lecture
Credit by Exam (EM):
No
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| Homeworks | 25% |
| Projects | 25% |
| Mid term exam | 15% |
| Final exam | 35% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Notes provided by instructor |
ABET-CAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-ETAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-EAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
| Significant contribution (7+ hours) | 1 | an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 2 | an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 5 | an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives |
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 6 | an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 7 | an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies |
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