A First Course in Digital Communications

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Ha H. Nguyen (Professor, University of Saskatchewan, Canada) Ed Shwedyk (University of Manitoba, Canada)

A First Course in Digital Communications

Ha H. Nguyen (Professor, University of Saskatchewan, Canada), Ed Shwedyk (University of Manitoba, Canada)

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Cambridge University Press
03 August 2009

Electrical engineering; Electronics & communications engineering; Electronics engineering; Communications engineering & telecommunications; Computer networking & communications

Communication technology has become pervasive in the modern world, and ever more complex. Focusing on the most basic ideas, this carefully paced, logically structured textbook is packed with insights and illustrative examples, making this an ideal introduction to modern digital communication. Examples with step-by-step solutions help with the assimilation of theoretical ideas, and MATLAB exercises develop confidence in applying mathematical concepts to real-world problems. Right from the start the authors use the signal space approach to give students an intuitive feel for the modulation/demodulation process. After a review of signals and random processes, they describe core topics and techniques such as source coding, baseband transmission, modulation, and synchronization. The book closes with coverage of advanced topics such as trellis-coding, CMDA, and space-time codes to stimulate further study. This is an ideal textbook for anyone who wants to learn about modern digital communication.

By: Ha H. Nguyen (Professor University of Saskatchewan Canada), Ed Shwedyk (University of Manitoba, Canada)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 252mm, Width: 195mm, Spine: 30mm
Weight: 1.340kg
ISBN: 9780521876131
ISBN 10: 0521876133
Pages: 562
Publication Date: 03 August 2009
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Preface; Acknowledgements; 1. Introduction; 2. Deterministic signal characterization and analysis; 3. Probability theory, random variables and random processes; 4. Sampling and quantization; 5. Optimum receiver for binary data transmission; 6. Baseband data transmission; 7. Basic digital passband modulation; 8. M-ary signaling techniques; 9. Signaling over bandlimited channels; 10. Signaling over fading channels; 11. Advanced modulation techniques; 12. Synchronization; Index.

Ha H. Nguyen is a Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Saskatchewan, Canada, where he has developed and taught undergraduate and graduate courses in signals and systems, digital communications, error control coding, and wireless communications. He currently serves as an Associate Editor for the IEEE Transactions on Wireless Communications and the IEEE Transactions on Vehicular Technology. Ed Shwedyk is a Senior Scholar at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Manitoba, Canada. Since joining the Department in 1974, Professor Shwedyk has developed and taught many courses, including signals and systems, digital communications, information theory and coding, at both undergraduate and graduate level. In 1979 he received the Outstanding IEEE Student Counsellor Award for his role in setting up the first IEEE McNaughton Centre. In 2000 he won the University of Manitoba's Dr H. Saunderson Award for Teaching Excellence.

Reviews for A First Course in Digital Communications

'The use of a step-by-step approach to the design of signal transmission and reception techniques with the aid of examples, illustrations, and problem solving linked to practical systems is very useful.' Falah Ali, Senior Lecturer in Electrical Engineering, University of Sussex, UK 'What makes this book different from the existing books are elaboration of simple concepts and more examples.' Hsuan-Jung Su, Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering, National Taiwan University 'The examples and problems constitute a very strong point in their text - they help to better understand the concepts.' Monica Bugallo, Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Stony Brook University, New York