EC ENGR X 422.28 - Introduction to Modern Radar Systems
Course Description
This course examines theoretical, design, and practical aspects of current radar systems design, as well as radar applications. Instruction includes discussions of radar signal spectral analysis, statistical detection theory, antenna design, receivers, transmitters, waveform design, and information extraction from processed signals. The course covers a wide variety of commercial and government radar applications, including space-based, police, weather, altimeter, air traffic control, and search-and-rescue radar. Military radar applications, including multiple target detection and tracking, air combat acquisition, early warning and control, and missile guidance are also reviewed. Additionally, the course investigates synthetic array radar (SAR) techniques.
Course Outline
This course provides training on theoretical, design and practical aspects of current radar systems design and applications introducing a wide variety of commercial and government radar applications.
Notes
Contact:Department of Engineering & Technology
(310) 825-4100
et@uclaextension.edu
Prerequisites
BS in engineering, math, science, or other technical area; or consent of instructor.
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Communications Systems : Electives
- Study Abroad at UCLA Program : Required
