Subject description
The aim of this subject is to provide students with the knowledge to evaluate current and emerging wireless systems/ networks. It will cover wireless systems such as IEEE 802.11 (WiFi), IEEE 802.16 (WiMax), IEEE 802.20 (Mobile Broadband Wireless Access) and satellite communications. The subject will also expose students to emerging … For more content click the Read More button below.
Equivalence
ECTE467 - Mobile Networks
Tutorial enrolment
Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS
Delivery
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Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Describe operation principles of IEEE 802.11 wireless networks
2.
Understand methods that provide Quality of Service (QoS) and enhance network capacity.
3.
Analyse wireless problems and provide solutions to improve performance.
4.
Understand the operation of satellites and factors that affect transmissions.
5.
Demonstrate appropriate practical and problem solving skills.
6.
Demonstrate an awareness of latest wireless standards and technologies.
Assessment details
End of session examination
Quiz 1 short written
Quiz 2 short answer
Research Assignment
Written answers to short questions
Textbook information
No prescribed textbooks for this subject.