RF Fundamentals- Details

Course Length: 1 Day

Purpose
The purpose of this course is to introduce the terminology, concepts, and techniques associated with testing RF semiconductor circuits. The course begins by discussing RF components, moves to transmission line theory, and then concentrates on RF test concepts. 

Many digital, and mixed signal engineers are now faced with the task of testing integrated RF, Microwave, and Wireless circuits. This course is designed to jump-start your understanding of RF terminology, components, test hardware, and test methodologies.

Goal
Our goal is to provide useful information that will quickly improve the skill set required to be a productive RF Test or Product Engineer. We present an environment where questions and interactions are welcomed and everyone is treated with respect regardless of their experience level. 

Content

The course information presented includes the following:

• Microwaves and their special characteristics
• Popular acronyms used in microwave theory, testing and application
• Conversion of dB and dBm values
• Microwave devices and their functions
• Microwave devices within communication systems
• Transmission line theory and how it relates to microwave circuit design
• Relationships between propagation co-efficient, characteristic impedance, phase velocity, reflection coefficient, voltage standing wave ratios (VSWR) and transmission line theory
• Types of transmission lines
• The function and operation of various component of a microwave system 
• Test methodologies for verifying scattering parameters 
• Components and essence of Smith Charts
• Smith Chart calculations used to design microwave circuits
• Ways to compensate for impedance and admittance
• Common devices tested in the microwave frequencies
• Common tests performed on microwave devices
• Microwave instruments in the ATE environment

Distribution Materials
Handout of course slides and all classroom materials are provided with the course

Prerequisites
Students should have completed the Soft Test Digital Test Technology class or have equivalent experience.

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