Course Title: Troubleshoot communication systems

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2023

Course Code: EEET7432C

Course Title: Troubleshoot communication systems

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.

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School: 520T Future Technologies

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6178 - Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering

Course Contact: Munir Muniruzzaman

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4415

Course Contact Email: Munir.Muniruzzaman@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Teacher
Kemps Cheng
Ph: +61 3 9925 4691 
Email: kemps.cheng@rmit.edu.au  

 

Nominal Hours: 80

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

Pre-requisite units:

• UEECD0043 - Solve problems in direct current circuits
• UEEEC0074 - Troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus
• UEEEC0063 - Solve fundamental electronic communications system problems

Course Description

This course is designed to provide you with the required skills and knowledge to troubleshoot communications systems. You will learn how to:

• fault find and repair communications systems
• interpret circuit diagrams
• apply logical fault-finding procedures
• conduct repairs
• complete safety and functional testing 
• complete necessary service documentation

This course is delivered and assessed with the following: UEEEC0038 - Find and repair microwave amplifier section faults in electronic apparatus

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	UEEEC0068 Troubleshoot communication systems
Element:	1. Prepare to find and repair communications system faults
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified obtained   1.2 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed in preparation for work   1.3 Nature of the communications system fault is obtained from relevant documentation or from work supervisor to determine the scope of work to be undertaken   1.4 Advice is sought from work supervisor to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with relevant person/s   1.5 Sources of materials required for work are established in accordance with workplace procedures   1.6 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
Element:	2. Find communications system faults
Performance Criteria:	2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out communications systems work are followed   2.2 Need to test and measure live work is determined in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and conducted within workplace safety procedures   2.3 Communications system apparatus is checked and isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures   2.4 Communications system fault finding is approached methodically using measured and calculated values of apparatus parameters   2.5 Apparatus components are dismantled, as required, and parts stored to protect against loss or damage   2.6 Faulty components are rechecked and their fault status confirmed   2.7 Unplanned situations are responded to in accordance with workplace procedures in a manner that minimises risk to personnel and equipment   2.8 Fault-finding activities are carried out efficiently without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy practices
Element:	3. Repair communications system fault
Performance Criteria:	3.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out work are followed   3.2 Apparatus is checked and isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures   3.3 Materials required for the repair work are sourced and obtained in accordance with workplace procedures   3.4 Repairs are affected efficiently without damage to other components apparatus or circuits   3.5 Effectiveness of the repair is inspected and tested in accordance with workplace procedures   3.6 Apparatus is reassembled, inspected, finally tested and prepared for return to customer
Element:	4. Complete and report repair activities
Performance Criteria:	4.1 WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed   4.2 Work area is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures   4.3 Written justification is documented for repairs to communications system apparatus

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements. 

Details of Learning Activities

You will involve in the following learning activities to meet requirements for the two clustered competencies (UEEEC0038, UEEEC0068) and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Practical laboratory 
• Reports
• Site visit(s) (if it can be arranged)

Cluster Information:

This course is delivered in a cluster  (Troubleshoot Communications) in conjunction with UEEEC0038 (EEET7431C).  You must enrol in both courses delivered in this cluster.  All the learning and assessment activities will include the components of all competencies UEEEC0038 and UEEEC0068.

Elements and Performance Criteria for UEEEC0038 (EEET7431C)
1 Prepare to find and repair faults
1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and workplace procedures for relevant work area are identified, obtained and applied
1.2 WHS/OHS risk control measures are applied in accordance with workplace procedures prior to commencing work
1.3 Nature of the fault is identified from documentation or from relevant person/s to determine the scope of work
1.4 Instructions for coordinating work with others is obtained from relevant person/s and applied
1.5 Materials required for the work are determined in accordance with workplace procedures
1.6 Tools, equipment and testing devices required for work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety

2. Find faults.
2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and procedures are applied
2.2 Need to test and measure live work is determined in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
2.3 Apparatus is checked and isolated, as required, in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
2.4 Fault finding is undertaken methodically applying principles of microwave amplifier sections and circuits using measured and calculated values of apparatus parameters
2.5 Apparatus components are dismantled, where necessary, and parts stored to protect against loss or damage
2.6 Faulty components are rechecked and their fault status confirmed
2.7 Unplanned situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of relevant person/s
2.8 Fault finding is conducted efficiently without waste of materials, damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services applying sustainable energy practices

3. Repair fault.
3.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out the work are followed
3.2 Apparatus is checked and isolated, as required, in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
3.3 Materials required for repair work are sourced and obtained in accordance with workplace procedures
3.4 Repairs are conducted efficiently without damage to other components, a
pparatus or circuits
3.5 Effectiveness of repair is tested in accordance with workplace procedures
3.6 Apparatus is reassembled, tested and prepared for return to customer

4 Complete and report repair activities
4.1 WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed
4.2 Work area is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
4.3 Justification is provided for repairs to apparatus in the required format
4.4 Work completion reporting is completed and relevant person/s notified in accordance with workplace procedures
 

Engineers Australia Mapping Information:

This course is mapped against stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below:

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 demeanor.
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 UEEEC0038, UEEEC0068 in the Assessment Matrix.

Teaching Schedule

The proposed teaching schedule for the 2 clustered competencies (UEEEC0038, UEEEC0068) is detailed below:

Week	Topics Delivered	Elements / Performance Criteria
1	Course Schedule  Overview of the topics  Overview of Assessments	UEEEC0068_1.1    UEEEC0068_1.3
2	Revision of AM, PM & FM (important terms for AM & FM, AM & FM in time domain and frequency domain)  How to find bandwidth	UEEEC0068_1.3
3	Types of digital modulation (e.g.: QPSK, ….)  Comparing digital modulation with analogue modulation
4	Types of modulations and demodulators for AM & FM  (e.g.:  Diode detector, PLL, …….)
5	Transmitters  Spread-spectrum  The use of MiMo on transmitters and receivers  Regulatory and technical requirements for RF spectrum	UEEEC0068_1.1
6	Receivers (analogue and digital)  Superheterodyne receiver (including Intermediate Frequency amplifier)  The use of MiMo on transmitters and receivers  The testing of receivers
7	Filtering principles  Bandwidth  Q-factor (Quality factor)  Application of filters
8	Testing of analogue modulation transmitters and receivers  RF safety precaution  Testing requirements	UEEEC0068_1.1  UEEEC0068_1.2  UEEEC0068_1.3  UEEEC0068_1.4  UEEEC0068_1.5  UEEEC0068_1.6  UEEEC0068_2.1  UEEEC0068_2.2  UEEEC0068_2.3  UEEEC0068_2.4  UEEEC0068_2.5  UEEEC0068_2.6  UEEEC0068_2.7  UEEEC0068_2.8  UEEEC0068_3.1  UEEEC0068_3.2  UEEEC0068_3.3  UEEEC0068_3.4  UEEEC0068_3.5  UEEEC0068_3.6  UEEEC0068_4.1  UEEEC0068_4.2  UEEEC0068_4.3
9	Testing of digital modulation transmitters and receivers  RF safety precaution  Testing requirements	UEEEC0068_1.1  UEEEC0068_1.2  UEEEC0068_1.3  UEEEC0068_1.4  UEEEC0068_1.5  UEEEC0068_1.6  UEEEC0068_2.1  UEEEC0068_2.2  UEEEC0068_2.3  UEEEC0068_2.4  UEEEC0068_2.5  UEEEC0068_2.6  UEEEC0068_2.7  UEEEC0068_2.8  UEEEC0068_3.1  UEEEC0068_3.2  UEEEC0068_3.3  UEEEC0068_3.4  UEEEC0068_3.5  UEEEC0068_3.6  UEEEC0068_4.1  UEEEC0068_4.2  UEEEC0068_4.3
10	Waveguides  Antennas
11	Waveguides  Antennas
12	Microwave amplifiers  Application of microwave systems
13	Specifications of microwave systems  How to program microwave systems	UEEEC0038_1.1  UEEEC0038_1.2  UEEEC0038_1.3  UEEEC0038_1.4  UEEEC0038_1.5  UEEEC0038_1.6  UEEEC0038_2.1  UEEEC0038_2.2  UEEEC0038_2.3  UEEEC0038_2.4  UEEEC0038_2.5  UEEEC0038_2.6  UEEEC0038_2.7  UEEEC0038_2.8  UEEEC0038_3.1  UEEEC0038_3.2  UEEEC0038_3.3  UEEEC0038_3.4  UEEEC0038_3.5  UEEEC0038_3.6  UEEEC0038_4.1  UEEEC0038_4.2  UEEEC0038_4.3
14	Safety and testing requirements	UEEEC0038_1.1  UEEEC0038_1.2  UEEEC0038_1.3  UEEEC0038_1.4  UEEEC0038_1.5  UEEEC0038_1.6  UEEEC0038_2.1  UEEEC0038_2.2  UEEEC0038_2.3  UEEEC0038_2.4  UEEEC0038_2.5  UEEEC0038_2.6  UEEEC0038_2.7  UEEEC0038_2.8  UEEEC0038_3.1  UEEEC0038_3.2  UEEEC0038_3.3  UEEEC0038_3.4  UEEEC0038_3.5  UEEEC0038_3.6  UEEEC0038_4.1  UEEEC0038_4.2  UEEEC0038_4.3
15	Safety requirements   Workplace documentation  Workplace policies	UEEEC0038_1.3
16
17 - 18

 

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

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References

Reference books: • Gary M. Miller, Modern Electronic Communication, the latest edition, Prentice Hall • Sinnema, W., Electronics Transmission Technology, Prentice Hall

Other Resources

Students will be able to access information and learning materials through myRMIT and may be provided with additional materials in class. List of relevant reference 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.

 

Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.

Assessment Tasks

Assessment 1: Assignments 
Assessment 2: Project 
Assessment 3: Practical
Assessment 4: Test

To be deemed competent, student must achieve satisfactory (S) results in ALL assessments.
This course is assessed as Competent or Not Yet Competent and subsequently the following course results are allocated:

CA - Competency Achieved
NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment.

 

Assessment Due Dates

All assessment tasks will have a due date provided and published in Canvas. Assessments submitted after the due date will not be accepted unless an extension has been provided or special consideration has been granted.

  

Assessment Resubmissions (if Unsatisfactory)

You will be allowed 1 (ONE) resubmission attempt FOR EVERY ASSESSMENT (if unsatisfactory). You will be provided with a new due date by your teacher for your resubmission attempt if a resubmission is required.

 

If you do not submit your assessment (First attempt) by the due date you will not be eligible for resubmission if unsatisfactory. 

Assessment Matrix

Assessment vs UEEEC0038 Elements & Performance Criteria

UEEEC0038 Elements & Performance Criteria

Assessment

1.1

1.2

1.3

1.4

1.5

1.6

2.1

2.2

2.3

2.4

2.5

2.6

2.7

2.8

3.1

3.2

3.3

3.4

3.5

3.6

4.1

4.2

4.3

4.4

Assignments

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

X

X

X

Lab Works

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Test

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment vs UEEEC0068 Elements & Performance Criteria

UEEEC0068 Elements & Performance Criteria

Assessment

1.1

1.2

1.3

1.4

1.5

1.6

2.1

2.2

2.3

2.4

2.5

2.6

2.7

2.8

3.1

3.2

3.3

3.4

3.5

3.6

4.1

4.2

4.3

Assignments

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

X

X

Lab Works

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Test

X

X

X

X

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

Assignment

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Projects

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Lab Work

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Test

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

ALL ASSESSMENTS UEENEEH172A

3

2

3

3

3

2

2

3

2

2

1

2

2

2

2

2

ALL ASSESSMENTS UEENEEH116A

3

2

3

3

3

2

2

3

2

2

1

2

2

2

2

2

0 (Blank)

Graduate attribute is not assessed

1

Graqduate attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third, of the Element

2

Graqduate attribute is assessed in at least one third, but less than two-thirds, of the Element

3

Graqduate attribute is assessed in more than two-thirds of the Element.

Other Information

Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
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•    Relevant
•    Current
•    Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course
Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL.
 
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- assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development
Please Refer https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support to find more information about Study Support.

Equitable Learning Services (ELS):
If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).

Late submission:
If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Program Coordinator / Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgment as to whether the extension has been granted.
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.

Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.



Special consideration:

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration

Plagiarism:

Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.

Please Refer:  https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration to find more information about plagiarism.

Other Information:

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