LESSON PLAN

Lecturer

: EN.SARAWANAN PN NAZRA BT ARIS PN. SUHAILI BT. ESMON

(Lecturer & Practical) (Practical) (Practical)

Session : JUN 2013

Department

: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

Programme: DEP6B

Code & Name of Course : EP603-MICROWAVE DEVICES PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES (PLO) : Upon completion of this programme, graduate should be able to : 1. Apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering fundamentals to well defined electrical and electronic engineering procedures and practices. 2. Demonstrate practical skills which includes the ability to troubleshoot, repair and do maintenance work for electrical and electronics equipment with specialization in communications. 3. Communicate effectively with the engineering community and the society at large. COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLO) : Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Explain clearly the generation of microwave, the effects of microwave radiation and the propagation of electromagnetic in a waveguide and its accessories. (C2) 2. Apply given mathematical equations or Smith Chart to solve problem related to microwave propagation. (C3) 3. Handle systematically the related microwave communication equipments in performing the assigned practical work. (P3) 4. Display good communication skill through presentation of any given essay question. (A3) Week (Schedule On Hours) Week 1 17.06.2013 & 18.06.2013

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Students Registration Week

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Week 2 24.06.2013 & 25.06.2013 P:2 L:2

1.0 MICROWAVE FUNDAMENTALS 1.1 Understand microwave communications. 1.1.1 Define microwave. 1.1.2 Explain with an illustration of a diagram the principles of electric (E) and magnetic (H) fields in electromagnetic wave. 1.1.3 Identify the electromagnetic wave spectrum. 1.1.4 Explain the needs for microwaves in communication. 1.2 Understand the hazard of electromagnetic radiation. 1.2.1 Explain the types of electromagnetic radiation hazard: a. Hazard of Electromagnetic Radiation to Personnel (HERP) to produce biological effects to human. b. Hazard of Electromagnetic Radiation to Ordnance (HERO) to affect electro explosive devices. c. Hazard of Electromagnetic Radiation to Fuel (HERF) to cause spark ignition of volatile combustibles. 1.2.2 State the radiation hazard limit for public exposure. 1.2.3 Explain the radiation protection to be practiced.

Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory CLO1, CLO4 Lab 1(a) : Waveguide and Components

Explain and brief the students about topics, contents and assesments in this course. CA=50% FE=50%

Week 3 01.07.2013 & 02.07.2013 P:2 L:2

Cooperative Learning, Presentation, Laboratory CLO1, CLO4 Eassy Question 1

Lab 1(b) : Waveguide and Components

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2.0 WAVEGUIDE AND COMPONENTS 2.1 Understand the propagation mode of electromagnetic wave. 2.1.1 Explain with an illustration types of propagation mode: a. Transverse Electromagnetic (TEM) b. Transverse Electric (TE) c. Transverse Magnetic (TM) 2.1.2 Relate the propagation of electromagnetic wave in terms of: a. Pointing vector b. Boundary condition c. Spherical and plane wave

Week 4 08.07.2013 & 09.07.2013 P:2 L:2

CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Discovery Learning, Laboratory

Lab 1(c) : Waveguide and Components

Week 5 15.07.2013 & 16.07.2013 P:2 L:2

2.2 Understand different types of microwave transmission line. 2.2.1 Define waveguide. 2.2.2 Draw types of microwave transmission line: a. Rectangular waveguide b. Circular waveguide c. Ridge waveguide d. Coaxial line e. Strip line f. Microstrip g. Flexible waveguide 2.2.3 Describe the structure and the application of microwave transmission line in 2.2.2.

CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Gallery Walk Question and Answer, Laboratory Lab 1(d) : Waveguide and Components

Quiz 1

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2.3 Understand the characteristic of waveguide: 2.3.1 Define: a. Critical(cut-off) frequency b. Critical(cut-off) wavelength Explain the following terminologies: a. Group velocity b. Phase velocity c. Propagation wavelength in the waveguide d. Waveguide characteristic impedance Calculate the item in 2.3.1 and 2.3.2 for TE/TM mode for the following waveguide: a. Rectangular waveguide. b. Circular waveguide.

Week 6 22.07.2013, & 23.07.2013 L:2 P:2

2.3.2

CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Interactive Lecture, Just in Time, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory

Lab 1(e) : Waveguide and Components

2.3.3

Week 7 29.07.2013 & 30.07.2013 P:2 L:2

2.4 Understand the methods of propagation modes/excitation in waveguides. 2.4.1 Describe with the aid of a diagram the propagation modes: a. Mode TE m,n b. Mode TM m,n 2.4.2 Explain how to excite the dominant modes for propagation modes in 2.4.1.

CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Interactive Lecture, Group Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory

Lab 1(f) : Waveguide and Components

CUTI PERTENGAHAN SEMESTER (05.08.2013 09.08.2013)

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Week 8 12.08.2013 & 13.08.2013 P:2 L:2

2.5 Understand the discontinuities in waveguide components. 2.5.1 Identify waveguide components: a. Connectors/Joint b. Attenuators c. Coupler d. Basic accessories (bends, corner, tapered, twist) e. Junction-T and Hybrid-T 2.5.2 Explain the application of waveguide components: a. Slotted section b. Isolator c. Circulator d. Mixers 2.6 Understand the attenuation in waveguide components. 2.6.1 List the sources of attenuation. 2.6.2 Apply formula to calculate the attenuation.

CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Lecture, Cooperative Learning, Question and Answer, Presentation, Laboratory

Lab 2(a) : Microwave Measurements

Week 9 19.08.2013, & 20.08.2013 P:2 L:2

CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory

Lab 2(b) : Microwave Measurements

Week 10 26.08.2013 & 27.08.2013 P:2 L:2

3.0 MICROWAVE MEASUREMENTS 3.1 Understand the transmission line characteristics. 3.1.1 Formulate the transmission line equation. 3.1.2 Explain the input and characteristic of line impedance. 3.1.3 Explain the reflection and transmission losses. 3.1.4 Define Voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR).

CLO2, CLO3

Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory

Lab 2(c) : Microwave Measurements End of Chapter 1

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Week 11 02.09.2013 & 03.09.2013 P:2 L:2

3.2 Understand types of measurements. 3.2.1 Draw the block diagram of instrument in microwave testing. 3.2.2 Explain the function of each block and the overall measurement process: a. Frequency measurement using wave meter. b. VSWR measurement using slotted line. c. Power measurement using low powered Bolometer or Crystal Rectifier.

CLO2, CLO3

Interactive Lecture, Cooperative Learning, Presentation, Question and Answer, Laboratory Lab 2(d) : Microwave Measurements

Quiz 2

3.2.3 3.2.4 Week 12 09.09.2013 & 10.09.2013 P:2 L:2

Define Smith Chart. Use the Smith Chart to measure: a. Load and input impedance b. VSWR c. The position of Vmaximum and Vminimum of standing wave. d. Impedance matching using single stub tuning. e. Reflection coefficient and transmission losses.

CLO2, CLO3

Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory Lab 2(e) : Microwave Measurements

Week 13 17.09.2013 & 17.09.2013 P:2 L:2

4.0 MICROWAVE SOURCES 4.1 Understand the generation of microwave signal. 4.1.1 State the sources of microwaves a. Tube shape klystron, reflex
klystron, magnetron and TWT.

CLO1, CLO4

Discovery Learning, Presentation, Laboratory

LAB REPLACEMENT 17.9.13 Theory Test

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b. Diode semiconductor Tunnel, Gunn, Impatt, Varactor diodes, PIN, LSA, Schottky barrier diode.

Lab 3(a) : Microwave Antennas

Week 14 23.09.2013 & 24.09.2013 P:2 L:2

4.1.2

4.1.3

Draw the schematic diagram of the sources in 4.1.1(a) and 4.1.1(b) Explain the operation of the sources in 4.1.1(a) and 4.1.1(b)

CLO1, CLO4

Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory

End of Chapter 2 Lab 3(b) : Microwave Antennas Quiz 3

Week 15 30.09.2013 & 01.10.2013 P:2 L:2

5.0 MICROWAVE ANTENNAS 5.1 Generalize types of antenna. 5.1.1 Define antenna. 5.1.2 Explain with an illustration types of microwave antenna: a. Horn b. Parabolic c. Slot d. Dipole e. Dielectric f. Printed g. Phase Array 5.1.3 Explain with an illustration types of feeder for parabolic antenna: a. Gregorian b. Cassegrain c. Horn feed d. Omnidirectional

CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Interactive Lecture, Gallery Walk, Presentation, Question and Answer, Laboratory

Lab 3(c) : Microwave Antennas Quiz 4

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Topic(s) and Outcomes 5.2 Understand the performance characteristic of Horn and Parabolic Antenna. 5.2.1 Determine the characteristics of the radiation pattern. 5.2.2 Relate the aperture efficiency and effective area. 5.2.3 Explain the antenna gain and efficiency. 5.2.4 Apply the formula to calculate the antenna gain. Revision (Topic 1 Topic 5)

CLO

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Week 16 07.10.2013 & 08.10.2013 P:2 L:2

CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory Lab 3(d) : Microwave Antennas

Week 17 14.10.2013 & 15.10.2013 L:2

CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO4

Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer,

Class replacement on 18.10.2013 because Monday (15.10.2013) is public holiday (Hari Raya Aidiladha)

Week 18 21.04.2013 22.04.2013 Week 19 28.04.2013 29.04.2013

Final Examination Week

Final Examination Week

-----------------------------------------Tandatangan Pensyarah Tarikh:

--------------------------------------------Tandatangan TP(A) / KJ(A) / KP Tarikh:

PPL-04(1) (03-06-2013)

LESSON PLAN : PN. ROZITA BINTI MASUD @ KAIRI (Lecturer & Practical) EN. SARAWANAN A/L LECTHUMANAN (Practical) PN. NURUL DAIYANA BT ABD. HAMID (Practical) : ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

Lecturer

Session : DECEMBER 2012

Department

Programme: DEP6B

Code & Name of Course : EP603-MICROWAVE DEVICES PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES (PLO) : Upon completion of this programme, graduate should be able to : 1. Apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering fundamentals to well defined electrical and electronic engineering procedures and practices. 2. Demonstrate practical skills which includes the ability to troubleshoot, repair and do maintenance work for electrical and electronics equipment with specialization in communications. 3. Communicative effectively with the engineering community and the society at large. COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLO) : Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Explain clearly the generation of microwave, the effects of microwave radiation and the propagation of electromagnetic in a waveguide and its accessories. (C2) 2. Apply given mathematical equations or Smith Chart to solve problem related to microwave propagation. (C3) 3. Handle systematically the related microwave communication equipments in performing the assigned practical work. (P3) 4. Display good communication skill through presentation of any given essay question. (A3) Week (Schedule On Hours) Week 1 10.12.2012 14.12.2012 Types Of Assessment Implemented Date

Topic(s) and Outcomes

CLO

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Week (Schedule On Hours) Week 2 17.12.2012 & 19.12.2012

Topic(s) and Outcomes

CLO

T&L Activities Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory

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L:2 P:2

1.0 MICROWAVE FUNDAMENTALS 1.1 Understand microwave communications. 1.1.1 Define microwave. 1.1.2 Explain with an illustration of a diagram the principles of electric (E) and magnetic (H) fields in electromagnetic wave. 1.1.3 Identify the electromagnetic wave spectrum. 1.1.4 Explain the needs for microwaves in communication.

CLO1, CLO4 Lab 1(a) : Waveguide and Components

Explain and brief the students about topics, contents and assesments in this course. CA=50% FE=50%

CUTI KHAS PERAYAAN (24.12.2012 28.12.2012) 1.2 Understand the hazard of electromagnetic radiation. 1.2.1 Explain the types of electromagnetic radiation hazard: a. Hazard of Electromagnetic Radiation to Personnel (HERP) to produce biological effects to human. b. Hazard of Electromagnetic Radiation to Ordnance (HERO) to affect electro explosive devices. c. Hazard of Electromagnetic Radiation to Fuel (HERF) to cause spark ignition of volatile combustibles. 1.2.2 State the radiation hazard limit for public exposure. 1.2.3 Explain the radiation protection to be practiced.

Week 3 31.12.2012, & 01.01.2013 L:2 P:2

Group Discussion, Presentation, Laboratory CLO1, CLO4

Essay Question 1

Lab 1(b) : Waveguide and Components

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Week 4 07.01.2013 & 08.01.2013 L:2 P:2

2.0 WAVEGUIDE AND COMPONENTS 2.1 Understand the propagation mode of electromagnetic wave. 2.1.1 Explain with an illustration types of propagation mode: a. Transverse Electromagnetic (TEM) b. Transverse Electric (TE) c. Transverse Magnetic (TM) 2.1.2 Relate the propagation of electromagnetic wave in terms of: a. Pointing vector b. Boundary condition c. Spherical and plane wave

Quiz 1 CLO1, CLO2, CLO3 Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory

Lab 1(c) : Waveguide and Components

2.2 Understand different types of microwave transmission line. 2.2.1 2.2.2 Define waveguide. Draw types of microwave transmission line: a. Rectangular waveguide b. Circular waveguide c. Ridge waveguide d. Coaxial line e. Strip line f. Microstrip g. Flexible waveguide 2.2.3 Describe the structure and the application of microwave transmission line in 2.2.2.

Week 5 14.01.2013 & 15.01.2013 L:2 P:2

CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Gallery Walk, Question and Answer, Laboratory Lab 1(d) : Waveguide and Components

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2.3 Understand the characteristic of waveguide: 2.3.1 Define: a.Critical(cut-off) frequency b. Critical(cut-off) wavelength Explain the following terminologies: a. Group velocity b. Phase velocity c. Propagation wavelength in the waveguide d. Waveguide characteristic impedance Calculate the item in 2.3.1 and 2.3.2 for TE/TM mode for the following waveguide: c. Rectangular waveguide. d. Circular waveguide.

Week 6 21.01.2013, & 22.01.2013 L:2 P:2

2.3.2

CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory Lab 1(e) : Waveguide and Components

2.3.3

2.4 Understand the methods of propagation modes/excitation in waveguides. 2.4.1 Week 7 29.01.2013 L:2 P:2 Describe with the aid of a diagram the propagation modes: a. Mode TE m,n b. Mode TM m,n Explain how to excite the dominant modes for propagation modes in 2.4.1.

2.4.2

CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory

Lab 1(f) : Waveguide and Components

Lab replacement on Friday (01.02.2013) because Monday (28.01.2013) is public holiday (Thaipusam)

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Week 8 04.02.2013 & 05.02.2013 L:2 P:2

2.5 Understand the discontinuities in waveguide components. 2.5.1 Identify waveguide components: a. Connectors/Joint b. Attenuators c. Coupler d. Basic accessories (bends, corner, tapered, twist) e. Junction-T and Hybrid-T 2.5.2 Explain the application of waveguide components: e. Slotted section f. Isolator g. Circulator h. Mixers

CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory Lab 2(a) : Microwave Measurements

CUTI PERTENGAHAN SEMESTER (11.02.2012 15.02.2012) 2.6 Understand the attenuation in waveguide components. 2.6.1 List the sources of attenuation. 2.6.2 Apply formula to calculate the attenuation. Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory Lab 2(b) : Microwave Measurements

Week 9 18.02.2013, & 19.02.2013 L:2 P:2

CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Week 10 25.02.2013 & 26.02.2013 L:2 P:2

3.0 MICROWAVE MEASUREMENTS 3.1 Understand the transmission line characteristics. 3.1.1 Formulate the transmission line equation. 3.1.2 Explain the input and characteristic of line impedance.

CLO2, CLO3

Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory

Lab 2(c) : Microwave Measurements

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3.1.3 3.1.4

Explain the reflection and transmission losses. Define Voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR).

Week 11 04.03.2013 & 05.03.2013 L:2 P:2

3.2 Understand types of measurements. 3.2.1 Draw the block diagram of instrument in microwave testing. 3.2.2 Explain the function of each block and the overall measurement process: a. Frequency measurement using wave meter. b. VSWR measurement using slotted line. c. Power measurement using low powered Bolometer or Crystal Rectifier.

End of Chapter 1 CLO2, CLO3 Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory Quiz 2 Lab 2(d) : Microwave Measurements

3.2.3 3.2.4 Week 12 11.03.2013 & 12.03.2013 L:2 P:2

Define Smith Chart. Use the Smith Chart to measure: a. Load and input impedance b. VSWR c. The position of Vmaximum and Vminimum of standing wave. d. Impedance matching using single stub tuning. e. Reflection coefficient and transmission losses.

CLO2, CLO3

Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory Lab 2(e) : Microwave Measurements

Theory Test

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Week 13 18.03.2013 & 19.03.2013 L:2 P:2

4.0 MICROWAVE SOURCES 4.1 Understand the generation of microwave signal. 4.1.1 State the sources of microwaves a. Tube shape klystron, reflex klystron, magnetron and TWT. b. Diode semiconductor Tunnel, Gunn, Impatt, Varactor diodes, PIN, LSA, Schottky barrier diode.

CLO1, CLO4

Discussion, Demonstration and Presentation, Laboratory Lab 3(a) : Microwave Antennas

Essay Question 2 Quiz 3

Week 14 25.03.2013 & 26.03.2013 L:2 P:2

4.1.2

4.1.3

Draw the schematic diagram of the sources in 4.1.1(a) and 4.1.1(b) Explain the operation of the sources in 4.1.1(a) and 4.1.1(b)

CLO1, CLO4

Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory

End of Chapter 2

Lab 3(b) : Microwave Antennas

Week 15 01.04.2013 & 02.04.2013 L:2 P:2

5.0 MICROWAVE ANTENNAS 5.1 Generalize types of antenna. 5.1.1 Define antenna. 5.1.2 Explain with an illustration types of microwave antenna: a. Horn b. Parabolic c. Slot d. Dipole e. Dielectric f. Printed g. Phase Array

CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory

Lab 3(c) : Microwave Antennas

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5.1.3

Explain with an illustration types of feeder for parabolic antenna: a. Gregorian b. Cassegrain c. Horn feed d. Omnidirectional

Week 16 08.04.2013 & 09.04.2013 L:2 P:2

5.2 Understand the performance characteristic of Horn and Parabolic Antenna. 5.2.1 Determine the characteristics of the radiation pattern. 5.2.2 Relate the aperture efficiency and effective area. 5.2.3 Explain the antenna gain and efficiency. 5.2.4 Apply the formula to calculate the antenna gain. Revision (Topic 1 Topic 5)

CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory Lab 3(d) : Microwave Antennas

Quiz 4

Week 17 15.04.2013 & 16.04.2013 L:2 P:2 Week 18 22.04.2013 26.04.2013

CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO4

Interactive Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Laboratory

Final Examination Week

Week (Schedule On Hours) Week 19 29.04.2013 03.05.2013

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Final Examination Week

-----------------------------------------Tandatangan Pensyarah Tarikh:

--------------------------------------------Tandatangan TP(A) / KJ(A) / KP Tarikh:

PPL-04(1) (10-09-12)