The class aims at giving the students a review of the basic knowledge about signal theory, random phenomena, analog modulations, digital signal processing, and telecommunication networks. The specific objective is to enhance the initial preparation of the students on basic topics of fundamental relevance for the master course, increasing their opportunity to effectively exploit the advanced content of the other courses.
The main goal of the classes is to enhance the initial preparation of the students on basic topics about signal theory, random phenomena, analog modulations, signal processing and telecommunications networks. The class involves five parts.
The first part is dedicated to the signal theory: characteristics of electric signals, signal classifications, time and frequency domain, linear time invariant system, sampling theory and hints of pulse modulation coding (PCM), pulse amplitude modulation (PAM), multiplexing.
The second part introduces and describes the random phenomena, starting with a review of probability concept, following with random variables and random signals theory.
The third part is focused on analog modulations, from generic band-pass signal properties to linear (AM - DSB) and angular (PM - FM) modulations, with hints to SSB and VSB.
The fourth part treats digital signal processing. More specifically, it presents discrete time signals and systems theory, the Z-transform and Fourier transform of sequences (DFT and FFT), digital filters and hints about discrete system structures.
Finally, the last part is devoted to introduce the foundations of telecommunication networking. In detail, the contents include the OSI reference model, the main protocols and features of the Internet protocol suite and of IEEE 802.3.
This course does not require any prerequisites..
Combination of traditional lectures and possibly few laboratory experimental activities.
Ricevimento: Appointments fixed on request at the end of the lessons, or through Microsoft Teams platform or by e-mail.
ALDO GRATTAROLA (President)
ALESSANDRO ISCRA
ROBERTO BRUSCHI (President Substitute)
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The exam consists of a written test and an oral test. The written test can also be dealt with by three small parts, relating to the program carried out in the three parts composing the course (Analog signal processing and analog transmissions, dogital signal processing, networks. Written tests consist of solving problems. The marks of the written and oral tests are considered both for the determination of the final grade, according to a non-mathematical criterion that holds account of the overall evaluation of the candidate.
Students with learning disorders ("disturbi specifici di apprendimento", DSA) will be allowed to use specific modalities and supports that will be determined on a case-by-case basis in agreement with the delegate of the Engineering courses in the Committee for the Inclusion of Students with Disabilities.
