Module #1 Introduction to Advanced Antenna Theory Overview of antenna fundamentals, importance of advanced antenna theory, and course objectives
Module #2 Review of Electromagnetic Theory Review of electromagnetic principles, Maxwells equations, and wave propagation
Module #3 Antenna Fundamentals:Radiation and Reception In-depth discussion of antenna radiation and reception, including radiation patterns and antenna modes
Module #4 Dipole Antennas:Analysis and Design Analysis and design of dipole antennas, including input impedance, radiation patterns, and bandwidth
Module #5 Array Antennas:Principles and Applications Introduction to array antennas, including beamforming, directivity, and applications
Module #6 Aperture Antennas:Horns and Reflector Antennas Analysis and design of aperture antennas, including horns and reflector antennas
Module #7 Microstrip Antennas:Design and Applications Introduction to microstrip antennas, including design, radiation patterns, and applications
Module #8 Patch Antennas:Analysis and Design In-depth analysis and design of patch antennas, including radiation patterns and bandwidth
Module #9 Frequency-Independent Antennas Introduction to frequency-independent antennas, including spiral and log-periodic antennas
Module #10 Antenna Impedance Matching:Principles and Techniques Introduction to antenna impedance matching, including principles, techniques, and applications
Module #11 Antenna Radiation Patterns:Measurement and Simulation Measurement and simulation of antenna radiation patterns, including anechoic chambers and simulation software
Module #12 Antenna Design using Numerical Methods Introduction to numerical methods for antenna design, including Finite Element Method (FEM) and Method of Moments (MoM)
Module #13 Advanced Antenna Topics:Metamaterials and Nano-Antennas Introduction to advanced antenna topics, including metamaterials and nano-antennas
Module #14 MIMO Antennas:Principles and Applications Introduction to Multiple-Input Multiple-Output (MIMO) antennas, including principles, applications, and limitations
Module #15 Beamforming and Beamsteering:Principles and Applications Introduction to beamforming and beamsteering, including principles, applications, and limitations
Module #16 Antenna Arrays for Radar and Communication Systems Design and implementation of antenna arrays for radar and communication systems
Module #17 Advanced Antenna Measurement Techniques Introduction to advanced antenna measurement techniques, including near-field and far-field measurements
Module #18 Antenna Design for Specific Applications Design of antennas for specific applications, including satellite communications, radar systems, and wireless sensors
Module #19 Antenna Optimization Techniques Introduction to antenna optimization techniques, including genetic algorithms and particle swarm optimization
Module #20 Antenna Measurement and Characterization In-depth discussion of antenna measurement and characterization, including antenna range measurements
Module #21 Antenna Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Introduction to antenna electromagnetic compatibility, including compliance and regulations
Module #22 Advanced Antenna Simulation Tools Introduction to advanced antenna simulation tools, including HFSS, CST, and FEKO
Module #23 Antenna Design for Millimeter-Wave Applications Design of antennas for millimeter-wave applications, including 5G and beyond
Module #24 Antenna Design for IoT and Wearable Devices Design of antennas for IoT and wearable devices, including small antennas and body-worn antennas
Module #25 Antenna Design for Satellite Communications Design of antennas for satellite communications, including reflector antennas and phased arrays
Module #26 Antenna Design for Radar Systems Design of antennas for radar systems, including phased arrays and antenna arrays
Module #27 Advanced Antenna Topics:Electromagnetic Bandgap (EBG) and Defected Ground Structure (DGS) Antennas Introduction to advanced antenna topics, including EBG and DGS antennas
Module #28 Antenna Design for Electrically Small Antennas Design of electrically small antennas, including miniaturization techniques and applications
Module #29 Antenna Design for Body-Centric Wireless Communications Design of antennas for body-centric wireless communications, including wearable antennas and implantable antennas
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Advanced Antenna Theory career
