Workshops & Courses


Introduction to Microwave Radar and Electronic Warfare Systems

Topics : This two-day course will explain the fundamental engineering technology and the operating characteristics of modern microwave radar and electronic warfare systems used by the world's military.
Site : Sunnyvale, CA
Dates : October 6-7, 2003
Contact : Besser Associates, 201 San Antonio Circle, Building B, Suite 115, Mountain View, CA 94040 (650) 949-3300.

Design and Simulation of Wireless Radio Systems

Topics : This five-day course is comprised of two parts: an introduction to systems simulation to understand component specifications and understanding the various RF integrated circuit options available to meet those requirements.
Site : Sunnyvale, CA
Dates : October 6-10, 2003
Contact : Besser Associates, 201 San Antonio Circle, Building B, Suite 115, Mountain View, CA 94040 (650) 949-3300.

Wireless Circuits, Systems and Test Fundamentals

Topics : This five-day course provides engineers with the fundamental concepts needed to work effectively with high frequency wireless circuits and systems.
Site : Sunnyvale, CA
Dates : October 6-10, 2003
Contact : Besser Associates, 201 San Antonio Circle, Building B, Suite 115, Mountain View, CA 94040 (650) 949-3300.

Optoelectronics Packaging and Processes

Topics : This half-day course will provide an understanding of the basic materials and processing steps used in the assembly of active optoelectronic components such as lithium niobate modulators and pump lasers. For more information, visit www.imaps.org/opto.
Site : Bethlehem, PA
Date : October 7, 2003
Contact : Ben Velsher, technical program chair, (978) 266-2830 or e-mail: velsher@optovia.com.

Overview of Optical-fiber Communication and Components

Topics : This half-day course will provide an overview of fiber-optic communications and the optoelectronic components that enable its capability. For more information, visit www.imaps.org/opto.
Site : Bethlehem, PA
Date : October 7, 2003
Contact : Ben Velsher, technical program chair, (978) 266-2830 or e-mail: velsher@optovia.com.

Introduction to Electromagnetic Compatibility Design Practices

Topics : Fundamentals of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC/EMI) and focus on the methodology of how to minimize EMC problems. Attendees will be offered a hands-on personal consultation. For more information, visit www.dlsemc.com.
Site : Northbrook, IL
Dates : Oct. 23-24/27-28, 2003
Contact : DLS Electronic Systems (847) 537-6400.

IEEE 802.11 Operations

Topics : This two-day course covers the fundamentals of IEEE 802.11 and Bluetooth short-range wireless communications. Participants will study indoor propagation characteristics, government regulations and modulation techniques, while comparing/contrasting the two technologies.
Site : Santa Clara, CA
Dates : November 6-7, 2003
Contact : Besser Associates, 201 San Antonio Circle, Building B, Suite 115, Mountain View, CA 94040 (650) 949-3300.

RF CMOS Design

Topics : This two-day course provides participants with strategies and techniques for developing CMOS designs. Numerous design examples are provided, with heavy emphasis on process requirements, isolation and integration.
Site : Dallas, TX
Dates : November 17-18, 2003
Contact : Besser Associates, 201 San Antonio Circle, Building B, Suite 115, Mountain View, CA 94040 (650) 949-3300.