RF Sensor Systems

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Module name	RF Sensor Systems
Type of module	Selectable mandatory module
Learning outcomes, competencies, qualification goals	The student is able to: explain different radar techniques name safety regulations develop radiometric systems classify various sensor systems according to their applications classify microwave sources evaluate optical sources with regard to their suitability for radar systems Learning results with regard to the objectives of the course of study: Gaining deeper insight into the mathematical and natural science areas Gaining a deeper knowledge about the specific electrical fundamentals Acquiring enhanced and applied subject-specific basics Identifying and classifying complex electro-technical and interdisciplinary tasks Being confident in the ability to apply and evaluate analytical methods Being able to create and evaluate solving methods independently Familiarizing oneself with new areas of knowledge, running searches and assessing the results Gaining important and profound experience in the area of practical technical skills and engineering activities Working and researching in national and international contexts
Types of courses	4 SWS (semester periods per week): 2 SWS lecture 2 SWS exercise 1 SWS internship
Course contents	Motivation, definitions of terms, fundamentals in sensor technology, radar techniques, characteristic wave behavior, scanning methods, ultrasonic radar sensors, microwave sources, microwave antennas, laser radar, protection and safety regulations
Teaching and learning methods (forms of teaching and learning)	Lecture, self-study, exercises, practical experiments on radar systems and components
Frequency of the module offering	Winter term
Language	English
Recommended (substantive) requirements for the participation in the module	Basic knowledge in the areas of high frequency technology and measurement technology
Requirements for the participation in the module	Prerequisites according to examination regulations
Student workload	180 h: 60 h attendance studies 120 h personal studies
Academic performances	None
Precondition for the admission to the examination performance	None
Examination performance	Form of examination: written/oral, internship exam Duration: written 120 min / oral 20 min Upon prior notification by the lecturer, attendance lists could be kept during the internship.
Number of credits of the module	6 credits Lecture/exercise: 4 credits Internship: 2 credits
In charge of the module	Prof. Dr.Bangert
Teacher of the module	Prof. Dr. Bangert and co-workers
Forms of media	Projector, black board, piece of paper
Literature references	I. H. Woodhouse, Introduction to Microwave Remote Sensing, Taylor&Francis, 2006. E. Nyfors et al, Inductrial Microwave Sensors, Artech House, 1989. J. Polivka, Overview of Microwave Sensor Technology, High Frequency Electronics, 2007.

RF Sensor Systems

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