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Spring 2008-2009
* ELE 486  

Digital Communications and Networks

Sergio Verdú

Historical overview of digital communications. Introductory information theory. Data compression. Error detection and correction code. Baseband transmission systems and optimum reception. Digital modulation and demodulation.

Sample reading list:
D. McKay, Information Theory (Cambridge University Press)

Reading/Writing assignments:
9-10 problem sets during the semester.

Requirements/Grading:
Mid Term Exam - 25%
Final Exam - 45%
Problem set(s) - 30%

Prerequisites and Restrictions:
ELE 301 and ORF 309. Familiarity with topics covered by ELE485 is desirable..

Schedule/Classroom assignment:

Class numberSectionTimeDaysRoomEnrollmentStatus
42272 L01 11:00 am - 12:20 pm T Th   Engineering Quad J-Wing   J201   Enrolled:11 Limit:25