EEL 5427 – Electromagnetic Modeling of Radio Frequency
(RF) Structures
Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering
Florida International University
Fall, 2022
Classroom : EC 1109 – EC2840
Class Time : Mon. & Wed. 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm
Faculty : Dr. Constantinos Zekios
Office Hours : Mon. 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm & Tue. 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Office : EC 2965
Phone : 305-348-2270
Email : kzekios@fiu.edu
Prerequisite : EEL 3514 Communication Systems, EEL 5437 Microwave
Engineering, EEL 5467 Antennas for Wireless Communica-
tion Systems, EEL 5482 Fields and Waves Engineering
Reference : J. Volakis, L. Kempel and A. Chatterjee, Finite Element Method
books for Electromagnetics, IEEE Press, 1998
J. Jin, Theory and Computation in Electromagnetic Fields, IEEE
Press, 2010
D. B. Davidson, Computational Electromagnetics for RF and
Microwave Engineering, Second Edition, Cambridge Press, 2011
W. C. Gibson, The Method of Moments in Electromagnetics,
Second Edition, CRC Press, 2015
Course Description
This course covers three popular numerical methods (integral equation, finite difference
and finite element methods), routinely used to solve electromagnetic problems.
Course Objectives
The objective of the course is to provide an introductory level of understanding of these
methods and their application to problems in electromagnetics, and other areas of Electrical
Engineering. After finishing this course the student will be able to:
1. Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of
engineering, science, and mathematics.
2. Be able to develop numerical methods for the analysis and study of any electromagnetic
component (e.g., filters, antennas, etc.)
3. Be able to understand in depth the operating principles of antennas and microwave
components.
ABET Relationship of course to program outcomes
1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying
principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning
strategies.
Topics Covered
1. Electromagnetics principles
2. Finite Difference Method
3. Method of Moments
4. Finite Element Method
Relationship of course to program objectives
In this course, the student will have to show:
1. an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering,
2. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems,
3. an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for
engineering practice.
4. an ability to code.
Grading Scheme
Homework 40%
Quizzes 15%
Take Home 72hr Midterm 25%
Final Project 20%
Total 100%
Tentative Grading Scale
A 92-100 B+ 88-90 C+ 78-80 D 60-69 F 0-60
A- 90-92 B 82-88 C 70-78
B- 80-82
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community service. All students should respect the right of others to have an equitable opportunity
to learn and honestly to demonstrate the quality of their learning. Therefore, all students are
expected to adhere to a standard of academic conduct, which demonstrates respect for themselves,
their fellow students, and the educational Mission of the University. All students are deemed by
the University to understand that if they are found responsible for academic misconduct, they will
be subject to the Academic Misconduct procedures and sanctions, as outlined in the Student
Handbook.
More information can be found at http://academic.fiu.edu/academic_misconduct.html
Department Regulations Concerning Incomplete Grades
To qualify for an Incomplete, a student:
1. Must contact (e.g., phone, email, etc.) the instructor or secretary before or during missed
portion of class.
2. Must be passing the course prior to that part of the course that is not completed
3. Must make up the incomplete work through the instructor of the course
4. Must see the Instructor. All missed work must be finished before last two weeks of the
following term.
University policies on sexual harassment, and religious holidays, and
information on services for students with disabilities
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Course Policies:
• Academic Misconduct: For work submitted, it is expected that each student will submit
their own original work. Any evidence of duplication, cheating or plagiarism will result at
least a failing grade for the course.
• Deadlines: Assignments are due at the beginning of the class period on the date specified.
• Late Homework: Late homework will not be accepted and will not be graded.
• Students are encouraged to ask questions and to discuss course topics with the instructor
and with each other.
• Any work submitted should display the student’s name and should be signed, as the
students’ own work, and that no unauthorized help was obtained.
• Cell phones, communicators, MP3 players, head sets are not allowed to be used in the
class.
• DO NOT send any assignments, homework or projects by email.
• Attendance is required. Students are required to attend every lecture. You are fully
responsible for all materials covered in class.
• The professor reserves the right to change course materials or dates at any time during the
semester.
• The professor reserves the right to change or modify the syllabus at any time during the
semester.
• The services of Turnitin.com will be used.
• The services of Honorlock will be used. The minimum requirements and the details of
Honolock are described at https://fiuhelp.force.com/canvas/s/article/Honorlock-students
• The services of Zoom will be used, and lectures might be recorded based on what the
Professor chooses. Zoom is a video conference tool that students can use to interact with
the professor and fellow students by sharing screens, chatting, broadcasting live
video/audio, and taking part in other interactive online activities. Zoom will be used to
conduct lectures, office hours, and questions about the course and assignments.
• Actively participate in class by asking questions, answering instructor’s questions and
interact with your peers as directed by the instructor. Because this course works like a
system your active contribution and participation are essential for the success of the course.
• Do not disturb and disrupt the class by talking to each other, using the classroom
computers, typing on the keyboards, engage in other activities that do not relate to the class.
• No food or drinks are allowed in classroom.
