Introduction to Communication Systems

Showcasing the essential principles behind modern communication systems this accessible undergraduate textbook provides a solid introduction to the foundations of communication theory. Carefully selected topics introduce students to the most important and fundamental concepts giving students a focused in-depth understanding of core material and preparing them for more advanced study. Abstract concepts are introduced to students ''just in time'' and reinforced by nearly 200 end-of-chapter exercises alongside numerous MATLAB code fragments software problems and practical lab exercises firmly linking the underlying theory to real-world problems and providing additional hands-on experience. Finally an accessible lecture-style organization makes it easy for students to navigate to key passages and quickly identify the most relevant material. Containing material suitable for a one- or two-semester course and accompanied online by a password-protected solutions manual and supporting instructor resources this is the perfect introductory textbook for undergraduate students studying electrical and computer engineering.