Communication Theory (12068.1)
Please note these are the 2024 details for this unit
Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
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View teaching periods | On-Campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Science And Technology |
Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
Academic Program Area - Technology | Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
This unit covers the basic concepts of communication theory, such as communication systems, analog and digital signals, signal-to-noise ratio, channel bandwidth and the rate of communication. The behaviour of communication systems in the presence of noise will be introduced. Information theory, source encoding and error-free communication over a noisy channel, Shannon's Equation and performance are discussed. The basic concepts of sampling theory, modulation, coding, and random processes in a communication system are also introduced.
1. Demonstrate understanding of fundamental communication system knowledge and theories, including the sampling theorem, analog-to-digital (A/D) conversion, coding systems, channel capacity and Shannon's equation;
2. Evaluate major signal modulations and filtering methods in order to enhance signal output, factoring in an understanding error, noise, random processes, and mathematical workings;
3. Apply foundational technical skills and communication theory knowledge in completing effective laboratory activities; and
4. Communicate and report on experimental results, mathematical functions, and signal manipulations involved in the process of problem solving.
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - be self-aware
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
4. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing - use Indigenous histories and traditional ecological knowledge to develop and augment understanding of their discipline
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Demonstrate understanding of fundamental communication system knowledge and theories, including the sampling theorem, analog-to-digital (A/D) conversion, coding systems, channel capacity and Shannon's equation;
2. Evaluate major signal modulations and filtering methods in order to enhance signal output, factoring in an understanding error, noise, random processes, and mathematical workings;
3. Apply foundational technical skills and communication theory knowledge in completing effective laboratory activities; and
4. Communicate and report on experimental results, mathematical functions, and signal manipulations involved in the process of problem solving.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - be self-aware
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
4. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing - use Indigenous histories and traditional ecological knowledge to develop and augment understanding of their discipline
Prerequisites
None.Corequisites
None.Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
None.
Availability for enrolment in 2024 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
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2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 05 February 2024 | On-Campus | Dr Luke Nguyen-Hoan |
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