BCT2205 Communication Theory

The course introduces the student to the theory of communication systems. The course covers critical concepts that are very crucial such as Signal analysis and Signal Models, Modulation/Demodulation, Pulse modulation processes, as well as an Introduction to information transmission theory.

Course Objectives
By the end of the course students should be able to:

• Understand signals and systems in communication and the analysis of such signals in communication systems
• Understand principles of principles of information theory, communication theory, signal transmission, filtering and modulation
• Distinguish between different types of noise and transmission systems
• Analyse characteristics of signals and effect of noise in communication systems

Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course the student will be able to:

• Describe various Amplitude modulation and demodulation systems
• Describe various Angle modulation and demodulation systems
• Describe in depth and analyse in noise performance of various receivers
• Apply information theory and channel coding to the design of communication systems