Course overview
Software-defined radio, spectrum analysis and scientific observations.
Course code: RES-201 Proposed duration: 12 weeks Level: Intermediate
Prerequisites: Basic physics, computing or networking knowledge
Status: Curriculum in development; not open for enrollment.
Learning outcomes
- Explain and apply the core concepts covered in this subject
- Complete guided practical exercises in an appropriate test environment
- Document technical methods, findings and limitations
- Demonstrate understanding through a final project
Proposed weekly syllabus
- Week 1: Radio fundamentals
- Week 2: Electromagnetic spectrum
- Week 3: Antennas
- Week 4: SDR hardware
- Week 5: Signal sampling
- Week 6: Spectrum visualization
- Week 7: Filtering
- Week 8: Interference identification
- Week 9: Radio astronomy
- Week 10: Observation records
- Week 11: Signal analysis
- Week 12: Final research project
Proposed assessments
- Weekly practice exercises and knowledge checks
- Practical lab documentation
- Final project with an assessment rubric
- Review of technical accuracy, safety and clarity
Final project
Analyze recorded radio-spectrum data and prepare a research report.
Course delivery and availability
This is a proposed curriculum outline, not a currently offered credential-bearing course. Tuition, instructor assignments, timetables, enrollment and formal assessment arrangements have not been established.