Microwave Circuit Design

Catalog description

This course covers techniques to design and analyze microwave circuits. These techniques, in general, can be used for electrical devices with dimensions in the order of the operating wavelength. These devices are commonly used in RF/mm- wave wireless communication systems, quantum computing/sensing systems, and electromagnetic imaging/radar systems. Topics include planar transmission lines, network analysis, S-parameters, matching networks, resonators, power dividers/combiners, filters, and non-reciprocal devices. The course emphasizes physical understanding, intuitive design methods, and hands-on experience in using E+M simulation tools and microwave measurements.