Electonics Technology Preview
Associate	TR-NQF-HE: Level 5	QF-EHEA: Short Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 5

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code:

ELT012

Course Name:

Fiber Optic Communication

Semester:

Fall

Course Credits:

ECTS

Language of instruction:

Turkish

Course Condition:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Departmental Elective

Course Level:

Associate

TR-NQF-HE:5. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:Short Cycle

EQF-LLL:5. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator:

Öğr. Gör. ERDAL GÜRSOY

Course Lecturer(s):

Lec. Erdal GÜRSOY

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:

To be able to recognize the usage requirements of the optical system in communication and to understand the principles of optical communication. To be able to recognize fiber optic cable properties and types and to understand the parameters affecting optical signal transmission in fiber optic cable. Ability to recognize materials used in optical transmission.

Course Content:

Fiber optic communication principles. Fiber optic cable specifications. Transmission characteristics of fiber optics. Entry angle and numerical aperture of fiber optic cable. Calculation of minimum power requirement and optical power budget requirement for fiber optic system. Technical characteristics of LED and LASER as light sources. Features and types of light sensors. CCITT's fiber optic cable core/sheath standards. Explanation of fiber optic transmission system. Fiber optic splicing technique. Interconnect cable (pig-tail), connectors and optical attenuators used in fiber optics. Optical filters, combiners, splitters and doublers. Mux, demux and converters

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Ability to understand the principles of optical communication.
2) To be able to recognize the advantages and usage areas of communication with Optical Fibers.
3) To be able to recognize the properties and types of fiber optic cables as light carriers.
4) To understand the parameters affecting optical signal transmission in fiber optic cable.
5) To be able to recognize the materials used in fiber optic transmission and their basic properties.

Course Flow Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Fiber Optic Communication Principles
2)	Fiber Optic Cable Properties as Light Carrier
3)	Transmission Characteristics of Fiber Optics
4)	Re-amplification of weakened optical signals.
5)	Acceptance angle and numerical aperture of a fiber optic cable
6)	Calculation of minimum power requirement and optical power budget requirement for fiber optic system.
7)	Technical features, advantages and disadvantages of LED and LASER as light sources.
8)	Midterm Exam
9)	CCITT's fiber optic cable core/sheath standards.
10)	Explanation of fiber optic transmission system.
11)	Fiber optic splicing technique.
12)	Interconnect cable (pig-tail), connectors and optical attenuators used in fiber optics.
13)	Optical filters, combiners, splitters and doublers used in Fiber Optic transmission.
14)	Special equipment, mux, demux and converters used in the assembly and testing of fiber optic cable.
15)	Final Exam
16)	Final Exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Fiber Optik, Sedat Özsoy, Birsen Yayınevi
References:	Ders notları

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
Program Outcomes
1) To have sufficient knowledge and experience in applying mathematics and science in the field of Electronic Technology.	3	3	3	3	3
2) To have knowledge about occupational safety and its applications and to have the competence to carry out its applications.
3) To have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written Turkish.
4) Having basic knowledge of English language and the ability to use it in the professional field.	1	1	1	1	1
5) To be conscious of Ataturk's Principles and to have knowledge about the History of the Revolution.
6) Able to transfer relevant designs and applications in the field of electronics to colleagues, superiors and the people and groups they serve, and to work in teams.	2	2	2	2	2
7) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; To monitor the developments in science and technology and to constantly renew itself.	1	1	1	1	1
8) To be able to use computer-aided electronic design programs at a basic level for simulation and printed circuit creation.
9) To be able to make decisions in independent work, to take initiative and adapt in teamwork with people inside and outside the profession.	1	1	1	1	1
10) To use the software and hardware required by the profession, along with basic computer usage knowledge.	1	1	1	1	1
11) To effectively use the devices in electronics laboratories, collect data through measurement and diagnose faults.
12) To identify problems related to unforeseen situations in electronics-related studies and to produce solutions to the problems	2	2	2	2	2
13) To have knowledge and awareness of social responsibility, ethical values and social security rights on electronics-related issues.	1	1	1	1	1
14) To be able to produce solutions using basic knowledge about the design and control of control-based functions in electronic circuits and systems.
15) To objectively evaluate and supervise the performance of employees under his/her responsibility.
16) To know the concepts related to electronics, to recognize electronic circuit elements and to use them in related circuits.	2	2	2	2	2
17) To recognize the physical strength limits of electronic circuit components and to gain the ability to determine operating conditions accordingly.	2	2	2	2	2

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	To have sufficient knowledge and experience in applying mathematics and science in the field of Electronic Technology.	3
2)	To have knowledge about occupational safety and its applications and to have the competence to carry out its applications.
3)	To have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written Turkish.
4)	Having basic knowledge of English language and the ability to use it in the professional field.	1
5)	To be conscious of Ataturk's Principles and to have knowledge about the History of the Revolution.
6)	Able to transfer relevant designs and applications in the field of electronics to colleagues, superiors and the people and groups they serve, and to work in teams.	2
7)	Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; To monitor the developments in science and technology and to constantly renew itself.	1
8)	To be able to use computer-aided electronic design programs at a basic level for simulation and printed circuit creation.
9)	To be able to make decisions in independent work, to take initiative and adapt in teamwork with people inside and outside the profession.
10)	To use the software and hardware required by the profession, along with basic computer usage knowledge.
11)	To effectively use the devices in electronics laboratories, collect data through measurement and diagnose faults.	2
12)	To identify problems related to unforeseen situations in electronics-related studies and to produce solutions to the problems	2
13)	To have knowledge and awareness of social responsibility, ethical values and social security rights on electronics-related issues.
14)	To be able to produce solutions using basic knowledge about the design and control of control-based functions in electronic circuits and systems.	2
15)	To objectively evaluate and supervise the performance of employees under his/her responsibility.	2
16)	To know the concepts related to electronics, to recognize electronic circuit elements and to use them in related circuits.	3
17)	To recognize the physical strength limits of electronic circuit components and to gain the ability to determine operating conditions accordingly.	2

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments	4	% 20
Midterms	1	% 30
Final	1	% 50
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities	Number of Activities	Preparation for the Activity	Spent for the Activity Itself	Completing the Activity Requirements	Workload
Course Hours	14	2			28
Homework Assignments	4	2			8
Midterms	1	15			15
Final	1	24			24
Total Workload					75