The document is a course flyer for a fiber-optic communication system class scheduled for April 2024. It outlines key learning objectives, including the functionality of fiber-optic components, properties of optical fiber, and design of communication links. The course will also include mini-projects related to fiber-to-the-home and optical service provider design.

1. Course Flyer- Apr.2024 v1.3
➢ Learn the functionality of the components of a
fiber-optic communication system
➢ Describe the properties of optical fiber and
performance of a communication link
➢ Recognize and describe Laser and LED
sources, optical transmitters, detectors,
receivers, optical amplifiers, and repeaters
➢ Identify and describe fiber optic passive and
active components
➢ Describe optical measurement techniques.
➢ Design an optical communication link and
analyze its main parameters
➢ Mini-Projects: FTTH OSP/ISP Design
Electrical & Computer Engineering
EE 4490: Special Topics: Fiber Optic Communications - Fall 2024
Co
Omar Rawdah
Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE)
orawdah@kennesaw.edu