Course
Wireless Communications (DAT610)
Wireless communication has achieved ever-greater popularity in the last two decades, and has already become an important part of our everyday lives. This subject is aimed towards giving an overview of the most important principles and state-of-the-art technologies that are making wireless communications possible.
Course description for study year 2020-2021. Please note that changes may occur.
Semesters
Facts
Course code
DAT610
Credits (ECTS)
10
Semester tution start
Autumn
Language of instruction
English
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Autumn
Content
Learning outcome
Knowledge:
- Fundamentals of wireless communications
- Wireless networking challenges and protocols
- Design principles for mobile and wireless networks
- International standards for wireless networks
Skills:
- Identify the performance, reliability and security challenges in a wireless communication environment
- Evaluate and select the appropriate wireless network technology for a given application and environment
- Design of simple wireless networking protocols
General competence:
- Understanding the fundamental technologies of the wireless networks
- Understanding the theoretical and practical abilities and issues of the various wireless communication technologies
Required prerequisite knowledge
Exam
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid | Exam system | Withdrawal deadline | Exam date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home exam | 2/10 | 4 Hours | Letter grades | Inspera assessment | 24.11.2020 | — | |
| Assignments | 2/10 | Letter grades | All | — | — | — | |
| Project report | 6/10 | Letter grades | All | — | — | — |
Compulsory assignments count 20%, project report counts 20% and written exam counts 60% of the final grade. All three parts must be passed to get a grade on the subject.
The project is carried out in groups.
If a student fails the individual assignment or written exam, it is possible to resit next semester. Project report must be taken again next time the subject is lectured.