EC4560 Spread Spectrum Communications

Methods of reducing the effects of hostile jamming on military radio communications systems are considered. Direct sequence spread spectrum systems and frequency-hopped spread spectrum systems are examined with regard to their LPI, LPD, AJ, and multiple access capabilities. Time-hopped and hybrid systems are also considered. Coarse and fine synchronization problems and techniques are presented.

Prerequisite

EC3510

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

2

Course Learning Outcomes

·       To obtain an understanding of the effects of hostile jamming on conventional and spread spectrum communication systems.

·       To obtain an understanding of the role of spread spectrum communications in modern military and commercial communications systems.