Optoelectronic links are ubiquitous in many types of communications applications.
It is therefore appropriate that communications engineers become aware of the unique aspects of optoelectronic solutions to communications problems. This course provides an introduction to the devices and theoretical performance aspects of optical communications systems. It is intended to complement the programs of students interested in communications and optoelectronics. Consequently, the course is divided into two modules the first covering basic opto-electronics and the second covering system design and analysis. The course is intended for 4th year undergraduate or 1st year graduate student interested in communications systems in general, or optoelectronics in particular.