Course Title: Develop engineering solutions to RF amplifiers problems
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2022
Course Code: EEET7060C
Course Title: Develop engineering solutions to RF amplifiers problems
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School: 520T Future Technologies
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6122 - Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
Course Contact: Program Manager
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468
Course Contact Email: vehs@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teachers
Kemps Cheng
Phone: +61 3 9925 4691Email: kemps.cheng@rmit.edu.au
Appointment by email
Program Manager
Dr. A R M Muniruzzaman (Munir)
Email: munir.muniruzzaman@rmit.edu.au
Appointment by email
Nominal Hours: 40
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
UEENEEE101A
Course Description
This unit covers developing engineering solutions to resolve problems with RF amplifiers. It encompasses working safely, applying extensive knowledge of RF amplifier circuits and device operation and their application, gathering and analysing data, applying problem solving techniques, developing and documenting solutions and alternatives.
Note: Typical RF amplifiers electronic problems are those encountered in meeting performance requirements and compliance standards, revising an RF amplifier electronic operating parameters and dealing with RF amplifiers electronic malfunctions.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
UEENEEH182A Develop engineering solutions to RF amplifiers problems |
Element: |
1. Prepare to develop engineering solution for RF amplifiers electronic problems. |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 OHS processes and procedures for a given work |
Element: |
2. Develop engineering solution for RF amplifiers electronic problems. |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed. |
Element: |
3. Test, document and implement engineering solution for RF amplifiers electronic problems. |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Solutions to RF amplifiers problems are tested to |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to Elements
Details of Learning Activities
You will involve in the following learning activities to meet requirements for the three clustered competencies (UEENEEH167A, UEENEEH168A, UEENEEH182A) and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates
- Lectures
- Classroom tutorial
- Practical activities
- Report
Cluster Information:
This course is delivered in a cluster (Communication Engineering 2) in conjunction with UEENEEH167A (EEET7041C) & UEENEEH168A (EEET7042C). You must enrol in all three courses delivered in this cluster. All the learning and assessment activities will include the components of all competencies UEENEEH167A, UEENEEH168A and UEENEEH182A.
Elements and Performance Criteria for UEENEEH167A (EEET7041C)
1. Prepare to commission electronics and communications systems.
1.1 OHS procedures for a given work area are obtained and understood.
1.2 Established OHS risk control measures and procedures in preparation for the work are followed.
1.3 Safety hazards that have not previously been identified are noted and established risk control measures are implemented.
1.4 Appropriate personnel are consulted to ensure the work is co-ordinated effectively with others
involved on the work site.
1.5 System operating parameters are identified by reviewing system specifications and component technical data.
1.6 Tools, equipment, applications, and testing devices needed for the work are obtained in accordance with established procedures and checked for correct operation and safety.
1.7 Preparatory work is checked to ensure no unnecessary damage has occurred and complies with requirements.
1.8 Circuits are checked as being isolated, where necessary, in strict accordance OHS requirements and procedures.
2. Commission electronics and communications systems.
2.1 OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed.
2.2 Testing/measuring devices are connected and set up in accordance with requirements for a particular system.
2.3 Measurements and adjustments are made to electronics and communications equipment to provide optimum system performance in accordance with system specifications and/or regulatory requirements.
2.4 Decisions for dealing with unexpected situations are made from discussions with appropriate persons and job specifications and requirements.
2.5 Methods for dealing with unexpected situations are selected on the basis of safety and specified
work outcomes.
2.6 Systems’ commissioning procedures are performed in accordance with requirements.
2.7 Commissioning is carried out efficiently without unnecessary waste of materials or damage to
apparatus, the surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy principles.
3. Completion and report commissioning activities.
3.1 OHS risk control work completion measures and procedures are followed.
3.2 Adjustment settings are documented in accordance with established procedures.
3.3 Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with established procedures.
3.4 Commissioning results and work completion are notified to appropriate person or persons in accordance with established procedures
Elements and Performance Criteria for UEENEEH168A (EEET7042C)
1. Prepare to modify-redesign of electronics and communications system(s).
1.1 OHS procedures for a given work area are obtained and understood.
1.2 Established OHS risk control measures and procedures in preparation for the work are followed.
1.3 Safety hazards that have not previously been identified are noted and established risk control measures are implemented.
1.4 Appropriate personnel are consulted to ensure the work is co-ordinated effectively with others involved on the work site.
1.5 System operating parameters are identified by reviewing system specifications and component technical data.
1.6 The limitations, use and operation of the system to be modified is established from original specifications, manufacturers’ data and the like
1.7 The extent of modification is determined from measurements, tests, inspections, system limitations and other relevant requirements
1.8 Specifications and instructions for the modifications are documented in accordance with requirements and organisational procedures
1.9 Tools, equipment, applications, and devices needed for the work are obtained in accordance with established procedures and checked for correct operation and safety.
2. Generate modification-redesign of electronics and communications system(s).
2.1 OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed.
2.2 Alternative modification arrangements are considered and discussed with appropriate personnel
2.3 Safety, functionality and economic considerations are incorporated in the proposed modification design
Proposed modification complies with all requirements and includes specifications and documentation for alteration of the system(s)
Changes in the use and operation of the system(s) as a consequence of the proposed modification are included in the documentation
2.4 Decisions for dealing with unexpected situations are made from discussions with appropriate persons and job specifications and requirements.
2.5 Methods for dealing with unexpected situations are selected on the basis of safety and specified work outcomes.
2.6 Modification-redesign is carried out efficiently without unnecessary waste of materials or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy principles.
3. Completion and report modification-redesign activities.
3.1 OHS risk control work completion measures and procedures are followed.
3.2 Proposed modification is checked under established procedures for compliance with all relevant requirements
3.3 Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with established procedures.
3.4 Proposed modification is submitted for appropriate organisational approval and, where applicable, statutory or regulatory approval
3.5 Approved copies of the modification-redesign documents are issued, and copies retained, documented and stored in records in accordance with established procedures and requirements
Engineers Australia Mapping Information:
EA 1. Knowledge and Skill Base
EA 1.1. Descriptive, formula-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the practice area.
EA 1.2. Procedural-level understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the practice area.
EA 1.3. In depth practical knowledge and skills within specialist sub-disciplines of the practice area.
EA 1.4. Discernment of engineering developments within the practice area.
EA 1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the practice area.
EA 1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the area of practice.
EA 2. Engineering Application Ability
EA 2.1. Application of established technical and practical methods to the solution of well-defined engineering problems.
EA 2.2. Application of technical and practical techniques, tools and resources to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.3. Application of systematic synthesis and design processes to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.4. Application of systematic project management processes.
EA 3. Professional and Personal Attributes
EA 3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
EA 3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
EA 3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
EA 3.4. Professional use and management of information.
EA 3.5. Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
EA 3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.
Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are mapped with cluster of competencies of UEEHEEH167A, UEENEEH168A, UEENEEH182A in the Assessment Matrix.
Teaching Schedule
The proposed teaching schedule for the 3 clustered competencies (UEEHEEH167A, UEENEEH168A, UEENEEH182A) is detailed below:
| Week | Topics Delivered | Elements / Performance Criteria |
| 1 | Introduction to course, course guide, assessments, topics breakdown, resources, equipment (in the lab) & OHS issues. | UEENEEH182A: 1.1, 1.2 UEENEEH167A: 1.1, 1.2 UEENEEH168A: 1.1, 1.2 |
| 2 | Prepare to develop engineering solution by types of transmission line, characteristics of standing wave along transmission line. Describe the characteristics of real transmission line. | UEENEEHH182A: 1.1, 1.5, 2.1 - 2.4 UEENEEH 167A: 1.1-1.8, 2.1-2.3 UEENEEH 168A: 1.1-1.10, 2.1-2.3 |
| 3 | Prepare to develop engineering solution by types of transmission line, characteristics of standing wave along transmission line. Describe the characteristics of real transmission line | UEENEEH 182A: 1.1-1.5, 2.1-2.6 UEENEEH167A: 1.1-1.8, 2.1-2.5 UEENEEH 168A: 1.1-1.9, 2.1-2.3 |
| 4 | Develop engineering solution by types of transmission line, characteristics of standing wave along transmission line. Describe the characteristics of real transmission line. | UEENEEH182A: 1.1-1.5, 2.1-2.6 UEENEEH167A:1.1-1.8, 2.1-2.7 UEENEEH 168A: 1.1-1.10, 2.1-2.6 |
| 5 | Develop engineering solution by types of transmission line, characteristics of standing wave along transmission line. Describe the characteristics of real transmission line. | UEENEEH182A: 2.1-2.6, 3.1-3.4 UEENEEH167A:1.1-1.8, 2.1-2.7 UEENEEH168A: 1.1-1.10, 2.1-2.6 |
| 6 | Test, document and implement engineering solution by types of transmission line, characteristics of standing wave along transmission line. Describe the characteristics of real transmission line. | UEENEEH182A: 2.1-2.6, 3.1-3.4 UEENEEH167A: 2.1-2.7, 3.1-3.4 UEENEEH168A: 1.1-1.10, 2.1-2.6 |
| 7 | Prepare to develop engineering solution on EH field in relations to antenna elements. Basic antenna principles. Antenna characteristics and selection of antennas. The use of microwave antenna. [Assignment issued] | UEENEEH182A: 1.1-1.5, 2.1-2.6 UEENEEH167A: 2.1-2.7, 3.1-3.4 UEENEEH168A: 1.1-1.10, 2.1-2.6 |
| 8 | Develop engineering solution on EH field in relations to antenna elements. Basic antenna principles. Antenna characteristics and selection of antennas. The use of microwave antenna. [Project 1 issued] | UEENEEH182A: 1.1-1.5, 2.1-2.6 UEENEEH167A: 1.1-1.8, 2.1-2.7 UEENEEH168A: 1.1-1.10, 2.1-2.6 |
| 9 | Test, document and implement engineering solution on EH field in relations to antenna elements. Basic antenna principles. Antenna characteristics and selection of antennas. The use of microwave antenna. | UEENEEH182A: 2.2-2.6, 3.1-3.4 UEENEEH167A: 1.1-1.8, 2.1-2.7 UEENEEH168A: 1.1-1.10, 2.1-2.6 |
| 10 | Modify-redesign of electronics and communications systems. | UEENEEH182A: 2.1-2.6, 3.1-3.4 UEENEEH167A: 1.1-1.8, 2.1-2.7 UEENEEH168A: 1.1-1.10, 2.1-2.6, 3.1-3.5 |
| 11 | Modify-redesign of electronics and communications systems. | UEENEEH182A: 2.1-2.6, 3.1-3.4 UEENEEH167A: 2.1-2.7, 3.1-3.4 UEENEEH168A: 2.1-2.6, 3.1-3.5 |
| 12 | Commission electronics and communications systems. | UEENEEH182A: 2.1-2.6, 3.1-3.4 UEENEEH167A: 2.1-2.7, 3.1-3.4 UEENEEH168A: 2.1-2.6, 3.1-3.5 |
| 13 | Commission electronics and communications systems. | UEENEEH182A: 2.1-2.6, 3.1-3.4 UEENEEH167A: 2.1-2.7, 3.1-3.4 UEENEEH168A: 2.1-2.6, 3.1-3.5 |
| 14 | Preparing the final project. | UEENEEH182A: 2.1-2.6, 3.1-3.4 UEENEEH167A: 2.1-2.7, 3.1-3.4 UEENEEH168A: 2.1-2.6, 3.1-3.5 |
| 15 | Preparing the final project. | UEENEEH182A: 2.1-2.6, 3.1-3.4 UEENEEH167A: 2.1-2.7, 3.1-3.4 UEENEEH168A: 2.1-2.6, 3.1-3.5 |
| 16 | Presentation for the final project. | UEENEEH182A: 2.1-2.6, 3.1-3.4 UEENEEH167A: 2.1-2.7, 3.1-3.4 UEENEEH168A: 2.1-2.6, 3.1-3.5 |
| 17-18 | Test | UEENEEH182A: 1.5, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1 UEENEEH167A: 1.5, 2.5 UEENEEH168A: 1.5, 1.6, 2.3- 2.5, 3.1 |
Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, assignments, individual student-teacher course-related consultation. Students are required to self-study the learning materials and complete the assigned out of class activities for the scheduled non-teaching hours. The estimated time is minimum 32 hours outside the class time.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Students will be able to access information and learning materials through Canvas>Communication Engineering 2 and may be provided with additional materials in class.
List of relevant recommended books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible.
During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts.
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
Overview of Assessment
The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks:
Assessment 1: Test
Assessment 2: Project Assignment
Assessment 3: Laboratory Exercise
These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):
Assessment Mapping Matrix
| Element/Performance Criteria Covered | Test | Project | Lab Exercise |
| 1.1 | X | X | |
| 1.2 | X | X | |
| 1.3 | X | X | |
| 1.4 | X | X | |
| 1.5 | X | X | |
| 2.1 | X | X | |
| 2.2 | X | X | |
| 2.3 | X | X | |
| 2.4 | X | X | |
| 2.5 | X | X | |
| 2.6 | X | X | |
| 3.1 | X | X | |
| 3.2 | X | X | |
| 3.3 | X | X | |
| 3.4 | X | X |
Assessment Tasks
Assessment 1: Test - Due week 15 (Test 1), week 17 (Test 2)
Assessment 2: Project Assignment - Due week 9 (Task 1), week 14 (Task 2 & 3), week 16 (Task 4)
Assessment 3: Laboratory Exercise - Due week 13 (Lab 1), week 14 (Lab 2)
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for ‘Competency’. To be assessed as ‘Competent’ means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills to a standard expected in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in a course, students will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessments are:
• CA - Competency Achieved
• NYC - Not Yet Competent
• DNS - Did not submit for assessment.
Students need to successfully complete all assessment tasks satisfactorily to be competent.
Students will have the opportunity to resubmit any assessment deemed unsatisfactory (a minimum of 1 resubmission is allocated per assessment).
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency.
Assessment vs UEENEEH182A Elements & Performance Criteria
| UEENEEH182A Elements & Performance Criteria | |||||||||||||||
| Assessments | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 3.4 |
| Test | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||
| Project | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Lab Exercise | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment vs UEENEEH167A Elements & Performance Criteria
| UEENEEH167A Elements & Performance Criteria | |||||||||||||||||||
| Assessments | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 1.6 | 1.7 | 1.8 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 | 2.7 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 3.4 |
| Test | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||
| Project | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Lab Exercise | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment vs UEENEEH168A Elements & Performance Criteria
| UEENEEH168A Elements & Performance Criteria | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Assessments | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 1.6 | 1.7 | 1.8 | 1.9 | 1.10 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 3.5 |
| Test | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||
| Project | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Lab Exercise | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment vs Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies
| Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies | ||||||||||||||||
| Assessments | EA1.1 | EA1.2 | EA1.3 | EA1.4 | EA1.5 | EA1.6 | EA2.1 | EA2.2 | EA2.3 | EA2.4 | EA3.1 | EA3.2 | EA3.3 | EA3.4 | EA3.5 | EA3.6 |
| Test | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||
| Project | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Lab Exercise | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||
| ALL ASSESSMENTS UEENEEH182A | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| ALL ASSESSMENTS UEENEEH167A | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| ALL ASSESSMENTS UEENEEH168A | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 0 (Blank) | Graduate attribute is not assessed | |||||||||||||||
| 1 | Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third, of the Element | |||||||||||||||
| 2 | Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one third, but less than two-third, of the Element | |||||||||||||||
| 3 | Graduate attribute is assessed in more than two-thirds of the Element |
Other Information
Attendance:
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Assessment:
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Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
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