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Electronic Communication Technology - ECM3701

Advanced Diploma Year module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Purpose: This qualification is primarily vocational, or industry oriented, characterised by the knowledge emphasis, general principles in electronics and application of Electrical Engineering technology transfer. The module provides students with a sound knowledge in a sub-field of Telecommunications. Students will focus on the following topics: Fundamentals of communications system, Amplitude modulation and single-sideband modulation, Amplitude modulation circuits, Frequency modulation and circuits, Analyse radio transmitters, Communications receivers, Antennas, Transmission lines, and Radio wave propagation, Data transmission, The Telephone and its Applications. This module will enable students to apply their knowledge and skills to the field of Electronics and Electronics Design, Power Electronics and Telecommunications. The specific purpose of Electronic Communication Technology is designed to build the necessary knowledge, understanding, abilities and skills required towards becoming a competent practicing Professional Engineering Technician. This module provides students: 1.With the knowledge on Data communication systems and networking basics, Telephone networks and modems, Local area networks and Intranets, Wireless networks, Internet protocol, Transport protocols, Network security. 2.With the educational base required for registration as a Candidate and/or a Professional Engineering Technician with ECSA (Refer to qualification rules). 3.Entry to programmes such as Advanced Diploma or Bachelor of Engineering technology Honours Degree programmes. 4.Entry to an Advanced Diploma upon successful completion of a work-integrated learning component, or a combination of work-integrated learning and coursework, equivalent to at least 30 credits but not to exceed 120 credits. Engineering students completing this qualification will demonstrate competence in all the Exit Level Outcomes contained in this module. This module is compulsory and core for the Diploma in Electrical Engineering.