Introduction to the general characteristics of wave propagation. Physical interpretation of Maxwell's equations. Propagation of plane electromagnetic waves and energy. Continuation of the study of electromagnetic wave propagation. Metallic and dielectrically guided waves including microwave waveguides and optical fibers.
Dipole antennas and arrays.
Radiating and receiving systems. Propagation of electromagnetic waves in materials and material properties. Design and analysis of synchronous state machines. Use of programmable logic devices and simple CAD tools. FPGA's, standard cell and full-custom design styles.