Advanced Electronics and Communication Technology (English) with thesis
Master	TR-NQF-HE: Level 7	QF-EHEA: Second Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 7

General course introduction information

Course Code:

ECE516

Course Name:

Microstrip Circuit Design,Simulation and Measurement

Course Semester:

Spring

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
3	0	3	10

Language of instruction:

Course Requisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Department Elective

Course Level:

Master

TR-NQF-HE:7. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:Second Cycle

EQF-LLL:7. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi DİDEM KIVANÇ TÜRELİ

Course Lecturer(s):

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	Bu ders mikroşerit devrelerle ilgili prensipler, tasarım metodolojileri, simülasyon teknikleri ve ölçüm prosedürlerine odaklanmaktadır. Öğrenciler çeşitli mikroşerit bileşenleri ve sistemleri tasarlamayı, yazılım araçlarını kullanarak performanslarını simüle etmeyi ve tasarımlarını doğrulamak için ölçümler yapmayı öğrenecekler.
Course Content:	Introduction to Microstrip Circuit Design, Transmission Lines: Theory and Analysis, Passive Components Design (Inductors, Capacitors, Couplers), Filters Design and Analysis, Amplifier Design, Couplers and Power Dividers, Microstrip and Patch Antenna Design and Simulation, Microstrip Substrate Materials and Fabrication Techniques, Simulation and Measurement Techniques

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Be able to use mathematical methods and circuit analysis models in analysis of CMOS digital electronics circuits, including logic components and their interconnect.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
1) Be able to complete a significant VLSI design project having a set of objective criteria and design constraints.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to Microstrip Circuit Design	None
2)	Microstrip Transmission Lines: Theory and Analysis	None
3)	Microstrip Passive Components Design (Inductors, Capacitors, Couplers)	None
4)	Microstrip Filters Design and Analysis	None
5)	Microstrip Amplifier Design	None
6)	Microstrip Couplers and Power Dividers Design	None
7)	Microstrip Antenna Design and Simulation	None
8)	Microstrip Substrate Materials and Fabrication Techniques	None
9)	Midterm	None
10)	Microstrip Circuit Simulation Software Overview	None
11)	Simulation of Microstrip Circuits: Setting up Models and Parameters	None
12)	Measurement Techniques for Microstrip Circuits	None
13)	Advanced Topics in Microstrip Circuit Design and Case Studies	None
14)	Final	Review

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Edwards, T. C., & Steer, M. B. (2016). Foundations for Microstrip Circuit Design (4th ed.). Wiley-IEEE Press.
References:	Edwards, T. C., & Steer, M. B. (2016). Foundations for Microstrip Circuit Design (4th ed.). Wiley-IEEE Press. Wu, Y., & Wang, W. (2023). Design and Simulation of Millimeter-Wave Microstrip Bandpass Filter. In Microwave and Millimeter-Wave Chips Based on Thin-Film Integrated Passive Device Technology. Springer.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	2
Program Outcomes
1) By carrying out scientific research in their field, graduates evaluate and interpret deeply and broadly, their findings and apply their findings.
2) Graduates have extensive knowledge about current techniques and methods applied in engineering and their limitations.
3) Graduates can complet and implement knowledge using scientific methods using limited or incomplete data; can use the information of different disciplines together.
4) Graduates are aware of new and evolving practices of their profession, examinining new knowledge and learning as necessary
5) Graduates can define and formulate problems related to the field, develop methods to solve them and apply innovative methods in solutions.
6) Graduates develop new and/or original ideas and methods; design complex systems or processes and develop innovative / alternative solutions in their designs.
7) Graduates design and apply theoretical, experimental and model-based research; analyze and investigate the complex problems encountered in this process.
8) Lead in multidisciplinary teams, develop solution approaches in complex situations, work independently and take responsibility.
9) A foreign language communicates verbally and in writing using at least the European Language Portfolio B2 General Level.
10) Transfers the processes and outcomes of their work in a systematic and explicit manner, either written or verbally, in the national or international contexts of that area.
11) Recognize the social, environmental, health, safety, legal aspects of engineering applications, as well as project management and business life practices, and are aware of the limitations they place on engineering applications.
12) Consider social, scientific and ethical values in the collection, interpretation, announcement of data and in all professional activities.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	By carrying out scientific research in their field, graduates evaluate and interpret deeply and broadly, their findings and apply their findings.
2)	Graduates have extensive knowledge about current techniques and methods applied in engineering and their limitations.
3)	Graduates can complet and implement knowledge using scientific methods using limited or incomplete data; can use the information of different disciplines together.
4)	Graduates are aware of new and evolving practices of their profession, examinining new knowledge and learning as necessary
5)	Graduates can define and formulate problems related to the field, develop methods to solve them and apply innovative methods in solutions.
6)	Graduates develop new and/or original ideas and methods; design complex systems or processes and develop innovative / alternative solutions in their designs.
7)	Graduates design and apply theoretical, experimental and model-based research; analyze and investigate the complex problems encountered in this process.
8)	Lead in multidisciplinary teams, develop solution approaches in complex situations, work independently and take responsibility.
9)	A foreign language communicates verbally and in writing using at least the European Language Portfolio B2 General Level.
10)	Transfers the processes and outcomes of their work in a systematic and explicit manner, either written or verbally, in the national or international contexts of that area.
11)	Recognize the social, environmental, health, safety, legal aspects of engineering applications, as well as project management and business life practices, and are aware of the limitations they place on engineering applications.
12)	Consider social, scientific and ethical values in the collection, interpretation, announcement of data and in all professional activities.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Lesson
Lab
Homework
Project preparation

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Homework
Individual Project

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	42	% 0
Project	1	% 30
Midterms	1	% 30
Final	1	% 40
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 40
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Project	1	24	24
Homework Assignments	2	16	32
Midterms	1	16	16
Final	1	24	24
Total Workload			138