
Introduction to RF (Radio Frequency) / RF Basics:
This 2-day class will introduce you to the discipline of RF (and µwaves). We study & discuss the theoretical concepts & practical aspects of RF components, design, test and measurement.
CLASS OVERVIEW
Electromagnetic Waves
Differences: Analog and RF/Microwave Signals
What is RF and Microwave?
RF and Microwave Frequency Bands
Microwave Power - dB's and dBm's
Forward and Reflected Waves
Test Equipment - Signal Sources
Test Equipment - Measurement Devices
Detectors
Spectrum Analyzer
Power Meters
Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR)
Couplers
Power Dividers, Combiners
Attenuators
Upon class completion, you will acquire:
Basic understanding of RF
Reference Manual of Seminar Notes
Certificate of Training participation
Our instructor understands that your work is important to you and that you want the right training which meets your requirements, and that’s why we offer the flexibility to customize our training to address your specific needs.
Although a specific curriculum/agenda is presently established for each particular training class, on the first day of class, our expert trainer will inquire you about your work, what you already know, and what you would like to learn, to enable him/her to tailor the existing course to the precise needs of your job applications, as necessary.
We want to provide you with the best, value-added training available, that is advantageous to you and to your business organization!
Tuition: $1,349 (plus NMGRT if taught in New Mexico = $1,441.74), where NMGRT = New Mexico Gross Receipt Tax
Handbook: Included
Prerequisite: Our "Advanced Electronics" class or equivalent
Target Audience: Technicians, engineers, managers
Instructor: Jay Skolnik, PE (Professional Licensed Electrical Engineer & NARTE ESDC Certified & IPC ESDC Certified Instructor & Active Member of ESD Association & Certified Professional Instructor (CPI) for National Instruments (NI) for the NI Electronics Workbench MultiSIM & UltiBOARD programs)
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Related Courses: Basics of Electricity, DC Circuits & Basics of Electricity, AC Circuits & Electronics I & Advanced General RF & µWave Measurement, Theory and Practice
Hours: 16
Class Exam: None
Class Size: 5 minimum & 12 maximum
Dates: (please click here for our training class schedule)
Times: 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. There is a 1-hour lunch (not included) scheduled from 12 noon to 1 P.M. each day. There is a 5-minute stretch break (with snacks, coffee, juice, water, etc.) periodically throughout the day.
Training Location:
Staybridge Suites, Albuquerque North
5817 Signal Ave. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87113
Phone: (877)238-8889 or (505)266-7829
What to bring: Pencil and paper for taking notes, and a calculator with logarithmic functions if you have one
What to wear: Casual, comfortable clothes
Inclement weather: Should we experience inclement weather at any time during the training period, please check our web site at www.skolnik-tech.com or call us at (505) 299-1157 early in the morning on the class date prior to start of class, for instructions regarding the training schedule for that particular class date. Thank you.
Registration: (please click here to register)
Lodging Accommodation (for our valued out-of-town guests):
Staybridge Suites, Albuquerque North
5817 Signal Ave. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87113
Phone: (877)238-8889 or (505)266-7829
Web site: http://www.staybridge.com/albuquerquen
Simply mention that you are a customer of Skolnik Technical Training to receive Staybridge Suites' corporate discount rate!
Various Comments from Past Attendees:
"Good Intro to RF, a good "Refresher" - Well-done, I enjoyed the real-world practical "lessons" & experiences."
Engineer - Sandia National Laboratories
"Very complete and well-done for an intro class!"
Engineer - Sandia National Laboratories
"Everything was great!"
Engineer - Sandia National Laboratories
"Jay is one of the best instructors I've had."
Engineer - Sandia National Laboratories
Skolnik Technical is also an active member of the ESD Association.
Phone: 505-299-1157 & Fax: 505-299-3647
E-mail: info@skolnik-tech.com & Web site: www.skolnik-tech.com
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