Basics Of Rf Testing

Master RF TESTING Skills

What you'll learn

TESTING BASICS

RF TEST EQUIPMENTS

HANDS ON EXPERIENCE

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Requirements

ELECTRONICS

Description

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of RF (Radio Frequency) testing, tailored for beginners and professionals looking to strengthen their foundation in RF principles and measurement techniques. Participants will explore essential RF concepts such as frequency, wavelength, impedance, VSWR, gain, return loss, modulation types, noise figure, signal-to-noise ratio, and signal integrity. The course covers the use, calibration, and maintenance of common RF test equipment including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, power meters, and oscilloscopes. Students will learn how to perform basic and intermediate measurements like S-parameters, power levels, bandwidth, harmonics, phase noise, and distortion, along with interpreting test results accurately.Hands-on demonstrations and practical scenarios emphasize real-world testing of RF components such as amplifiers, antennas, filters, cables, and mixers. Safety practices, best testing standards (including IEEE and ISO), and troubleshooting techniques are also discussed to ensure accurate and reliable data acquisition. The course also includes test documentation, uncertainty analysis, and tips for automation using software tools like LabVIEW and Python. By the end of this course, learners will gain the skills needed to set up RF test environments, operate instruments confidently, and understand critical performance parameters required for RF system validation, manufacturing test, research, and field troubleshooting.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Section 2: RF Key Components

Lecture 2 RF Key Components

Section 3: RF CABLES AND CONNECTORS

Lecture 3 RF CABLES AND CONNECTORS

Section 4: RF Test Instruments and Their Functions

Lecture 4 RF Test Instruments and their functions

Section 5: Real World RF Test Setups

Lecture 5 Real World RF Test Setups

Section 6: Troubleshooting RF Circuits

Lecture 6 Troubleshooting RF Circuits

Section 7: RF Shielding & Interference Mitigation & Calibration Techniques

Lecture 7 RF Shielding & Interference Mitigation & Calibration Techniques

Section 8: Antenna Testing & RF Component Design

Lecture 8 Antenna Testing & RF Component Design

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