BAHIR DAR UNIVERSITY

BAHIR DAR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

FACULTY OF ELECTRICAL AND
COMPUTER ENGINEERING
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING PROGRAM
Course Guide Antennas and Radio Wave Propagation
1. GENERAL INFORMATION OF THE COURSE
Course Name: Antennas and Radio Wave Propagations
Course Code: EEng 5122
Course Credits Points: 5 hrs.
Contact Hours: 2 hrs. Lecture, 3hrs tutorial and 3 hrs. laboratory
Course Module: RF and Microwave system
Course Category: Major
Status of Course: Compulsory
Pre-Requisites: EM Waves and Guide Structures
Students’ Department: Electrical Engineering
Degree Program: BSc. in Electrical engineering
Students’ Admission: Regular
Year of Study: 5th –year
Semester: Second Semester
Academic Year: 2024
Semester Duration: From May 15, 2024 to Jun 25, 2024
Teaching & Learning Methods: Lecture, laboratory group discussion/work, Assignment, class works,
Attendance Requirement: Minimum 85%
Course Instructors: Mr. Bekele Alemayehu, MSc in Communication Systems Engineering
Email: biklalemayehu@gmail.com
Office: Applied Electronics Laboratory
Consultation: Saturday 5:00-6:00 and Thursday 10:00-11:30
2. COURSE DESCRIPTION

Now days, thanks in large part to mobile phones, the average person carries one or more antennas on
them wherever they go. This significant rate of growth is not likely to slow, as wireless communication
systems become a larger part of everyday life. In addition, the strong growth in RFID devices suggests
that the number of antennas in use may increase to one antenna per object in the world. Hence, learning
about antenna will contribute to one's overall understanding of the modern world. The main aim of
this course is therefore to understand the fundamental principles of antennas and their uses on
communication systems, and to design different types of antennas.
 3. OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE
After successfully completed this course, the student will be able to:
 Understand how antennas launch electromagnetic waves into the surrounding medium.
 Understand types of antennas and describe their radiation characteristics.
 Design and simulate reflector antennas
 Design and simulate micro strip antenna
 To gain insight into how radio waves (Ground waves, Sky waves, Line of Sight waves,
etc.) Propagate into space.

4. THE COURSE TIME SCHEDULE AND TEACHING METHODLOGY

The following topics will be covered in this course within this semester.
Table 1. Time Schedule and Teaching Methodology of the course
Week Course Contents Teaching Methodology Reference

Chapter one
Week Introduction to Antenna Systems
1&2
 Basic Principles  Lecture
 Types of Antennas  Group Discussion 2 ,3 & 4
 Electromagnetic Wave Radiation  Reading Assignment
Mechanisms.
 Radiation Integrals and Auxiliary
Potential Functions
 Lab: familiarization of feedback
antenna system trainer
Chapter two
Week Fundamental Parameters of Antenna
3,5 &4
 Radiation Pattern
 Lecture
 Radiation Power Density and 1,3&4
 Group Discussion
Radiation Intensity
 Assignment
 Beam width and Directivity
 Gain and Radiation Efficiency
 Input impedance and Equivalent
Areas
 Polarization and Antenna
Measurements
 Lab: antenna measurement
familiarization (four practical’s
 Chapter Three
Week Linear wire and Loop Antennas
6&7
 Introduction,
 Types and applications  Lecture 2,3&4
 Modeling , design techniques  Assignment
procedures,
 Lab: Analysis of dipole and
monopole antennas (Six- practical’s)

Chapter Four
Week Design of Array Antennas
8&9
 Introduction
 Two Element Array  Lecture 1, 2&4
 N-Element Array  Group Discussion
 Design Procedures for Array
Antennas
 Lab: Analysis of linear array
antenna(Seven- practical’s)

Chapter Five
Reflector Antennas
 Introduction
Week
 Types of Reflector Antennas 2,3&4
10&11
 Parabolic Reflector Antennas  Lecture
 Design of Reflector Antennas  Group Discussion

Lab: Analysis of Reflector Antenna (1-

Practical )

Chapter Six
Micro strip Antennas and Other antenna
Week types
11&12
 Introduction  Lecture 1,3&4
 Feeding Techniques  Group Discussion
 Methods of Analysis  Assignment
 Design Procedures of Micro strip

Lab: Analysis of Micro strip Antenna(3

practical’s)
 Week Chapter Seven
13,14 Radio Wave Propagation Principles
&15
 EMW frequency ranges and
applications  Lecture 2&3
 Radio wave Propagation skims:  Group Discussion
ground wave, LOS Wave and Sky  Reading Assignment
wave
 Microwave Link design and
Modeling

Week Final Exam

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5.ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION
The course utilizes a variety of continuous assessment and evaluation methods to ensure the
successful achievement of course learning outcomes. These methods include assignments,
projects, quizzes, midterm exams, final exams, homework, classwork, presentations, and more. It
is imperative that all assignments and tasks are completed within the specified deadlines. If you
encounter any difficulties with the assignments or tests, please contact the instructor promptly for
assistance.
Home works, Assignments and project: Assignments may involve collaborative work for
brainstorming and developing general approaches. However, unless specified otherwise, each
individual must complete their own submissions. Assignments and projects may entail both
individual and group components, with equal participation expected from all group members.
While collaboration is encouraged, submitting another individual's work as one's own constitutes
academic dishonesty and will incur in penalties. All group members must contribute equally.
Timely submission is mandatory, as late submissions will not be graded. Oral exams will
accompany assignments and projects, requiring thorough preparation from all members.
Additionally, the instructor reserves the right to assign additional tasks or assignments as
necessary.
Quizzes: Quizzes serve to assess students' current understanding of the coursework. They are
conducted in class following lecture or tutorial sessions.
Mid-term Exam and Final Exam: The exams will be closed book. During exam all necessary
materials will be provided by examiner.
Table 2. Summary of Assessments
Assessment type Mark allotted Duration
Assignment one 5%-10% Before Quiz
Quiz/Test 10% Before and After mid
Mid exam 20%-25% Mid exam
Assignment two 10% After mid
Final Exam 50% End of the semis try
Total 100%
 6. LABORATORY/WORKSHOP/ SESSION
Table 3. Summary of laboratory /Work shop/ session content and required material
Short Description of laboratory Attainin
g course
No Schedule Laboratory Topic
outcom
e
-Identification and labeling of
Antenna measurement
1
equipment’s in the package
Week 1-2 familiarization (four
-Software installation
practical’s
Observe and analysis :-
Analysis of dipole and -The Real Time Signal Display
-The Radiation Pattern Plotter
2 Week 3-6 monopole antennas (Six- -The Frequency Plotter
practical’s) -The Return Loss Plotter

-Pattern Measurement of the Dipole in Free

Analysis of linear array Space and Monopole Antenna
3 Week 7 and 8 antenna(Seven- -Characteristics of Monopole Antenna and
practical’s) Combination of Sources

-Radiation Pattern of Dish Antenna

4
Analysis of Reflector
Week 10-12 -Effects of Surroundings
Antenna (1- Practical )
Analysis of Micro strip Familiarization
Week13 -15 Antenna(3 practical’s)

7. COURSE POLICY

All students are expected to adhere to the code of conduct for students as per the Senate Legislation
of Bahir Dar University, December 2020, during the duration of this course. Academic
misconduct, which includes cheating, fabrication, and plagiarism, will not be tolerated and will be
promptly reported to the relevant authorities for appropriate action.
The teaching methodology for this course will be diverse, encompassing activities such as reading,
lectures, tutorials, construction site visit, discussions, homework, classwork exercises, and
presentations, etc. Active participation from students is expected, including asking questions and
raising issues whenever clarification is needed.
Regular attendance and punctuality are expected from all students. Those who miss more than
15% of the semester's classes will not be eligible to sit for the final exam. Attendance will be
recorded for each class, and students are responsible for all announcements and changes made in
class. Any student who exceeds the 15% absence threshold will receive a grade of 'NG' (No Grade)
and must provide acceptable reasons for their absence, as per Senate legislation, Art. 174 for NG
management.
Cell phones brought to class must be set to silent mode to avoid disruption to the teaching-learning
process. Any form of disturbance during class time is unacceptable and must be avoided.
All students are required to have complete records of course assessments and evaluations. If a
student misses a quiz, midterm exam, or any other continuous assessment without a valid reason,
they will receive a score of zero. However, if a student fails to attend the final exam or complete a
term paper/project without a valid reason, the instructor will record an "NG" according to senate
legislation, Art. 171.
It is important to carefully follow the instructions provided in your course guidebook for
completing all requirement of the course.
8. GRADING SYSTEM
The grading scale of the course is fixed scale according to senate legislation of Art. 177.
Table 4. Grading scale of the course
Raw Mark Interval
Corresponding Letter Grade Corresponding Fixed Number Grade
(100%)
90 ≤ x ≤ 100 A+ 4.0
85 ≤ x < 90 A 4.0
80 ≤ x < 85 A- 3.75
75 ≤ x < 80 B+ 3.50
70 ≤ x < 75 B 3.00
65 ≤ x < 70 B- 2.75
60 ≤ x < 65 C+ 2.50
50 ≤ x < 60 C 2.00
45 ≤ x < 50 C- 1.75
40 ≤ x < 45 D 1.00
x < 40 F 0.00
9. TEXTBOOKS
Constantine A. Balanis, “Antenna Theory: Analysis and Design”, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.,
3rd Edition.

10. REFERENCE BOOKS

[1]. Warren L.Stutzman and Gary A.Thiele, “Antenna Theory and Design”, John Wiley &
Sons, Inc
[2]. John D.Kraus, “Antennas”, Tata McGraw-Hill Ltd, 2nd Edition.
[3]. Thomas A.Millgan, “Modern Antenna Design”, McGraw-Hill Ltd, 3rd Edition.
[4]. Chand L.Godara, “Smart Antennas”, CRC Press.

11. APPROVAL
The following bodies confirmed the course guidebook accordingly.
Position Name Signature Date
Course Instructors Bekele Alemayehu 07/09/2024
Course Module Chair Yimesigen Getahun 07/09/2024
Chair Holder (Communication Engineering) Lijaddis Getnet 07/09/2024