In this unit, you will gain an understanding of a wide range of communication engineering topics. You will be introduced to the relevant fundamental communication principles, common signal transmission modes and media, signal processing techniques used in communication systems, and various types of communication systems and networks. You will apply mathematical analysis techniques to study different communications systems and their applications. You will study the concepts of data and computer communications and the Internet. You will be introduced to some advanced communication topics such as wireless communications and optic fibre communications. The unit also provides you with opportunities to further develop communication skills through technical report writing and participation in class discussions. Furthermore, the unit aims to promote the UN Sustainable Development Goal 9 - Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialisation, and foster innovation by developing an understanding of how to build resilient and sustainable communication systems to support industrial innovation.

Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.

Feedback from Unit Survey

The project help session was delivered too close to the project's due date.

The project help session should be offered earlier to allow students time to absorb and use the information effectively.

Feedback from Unit Survey

Online quizzes were challenging due to them being too different from the tutorial questions.

The alignment of the online quizzes and the tutorial problems should be improved to provide students with more practice before they are assessed.

Feedback from Unit Survey

It is useful to have some content on the state-of-the-art communication technologies.

The unit content should be enhanced to include some state-of-the-art wireless and optical fiber communication technologies.