Principles of Electronic Communication Systems, 4th Edition

Principles of Electronic Communication Systems 4th edition provides the most up-to-date survey available for students taking a first course in electronic communications. Requiring only basic algebra and trigonometry, the new edition is notable for its readability, learning features and numerous full-color photos and illustrations. A systems approach is used to cover state-of-the-art communications technologies, to best reflect current industry practice. This edition contains greatly expanded and updated material on the Internet, cell phones, and wireless technologies. Practical skills like testing and troubleshooting are integrated throughout. A brand-new Laboratory & Activities Manual provides both hands-on experiments and a variety of other activities, reflecting the variety of skills now needed by technicians. A new Online Learning Center web site is available, with a wealth of learning resources for students.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction to Electronic Communication
Chapter 2 Electronic Fundamentals for Communications
Chapter 3 Amplitude Modulation Fundamentals
Chapter 4 Amplitude Modulator and Demodulator Circuits
Chapter 5 Fundamentals of Frequency Modulation
Chapter 6 FM Circuits
Chapter 7 Digital Communication Techniques
Chapter 8 Radio Transmitters
Chapter 9 Communication Receivers
Chapter 10 Multiplexing and Demultiplexing
Chapter 11 Digital Data Transmission
Chapter 12 Fundamentals of Networking, Local-Area Networks, and Ethernet
Chapter 13 Transmission Lines
Chapter 14 Antennas and Wave Propagation
Chapter 15 Internet Technologies
Chapter 16 Microwave and Millimeter-Wave Communication
Chapter 17 Satellite Communication
Chapter 18 Telecommunication Systems
Chapter 19 Optical Communication
Chapter 20 Cell Phone Technologies
Chapter 21 Wireless Technologies
Chapter 22 Communication Tests and Measurements