The course focuses on antennas that are more advanced in terms of performance, complexity as well as the level of understanding required for competent design. The topics covered are grouped according to the physical principles underpinning the antennas' operation. Mature as well as up-and-coming antenna technologies are included. Measurement techniques are also presented.

Introduction to a wide variety of antenna topics relevant to communication systems. Description of wave propagation phenomena between stationary and mobile systems. Definition of fundamental antenna parameters. Computation of these parameters for selected antenna structures. Review of diverse antenna types, including theoretical analysis and practical applications. Basic theory of antenna arrays.