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Communications Engineering

Combining theoretical knowledge with practical application, the courses and programs in communications engineering will equip you with the latest knowledge and skills.

Engineering technologies to connect us all
Wireless, RF and digital signal processing are communications engineering disciplines that continue to change and evolve. It is essential that engineering professionals stay current on these topics to remain competitive in their careers. UC San Diego Extended Studies communications engineering courses and certificate programs combine theoretical knowledge with practical skills that are essential to innovate for the future.

Communications Engineering Programs & Certificates

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Antenna Engineering

Acquire an understanding of antenna concepts and their advanced industry applications such as 5G communications, MIMO antennas, biomedical sensors,...

Duration
12 months
Cost
$3,245

Digital Signal Processing

Gain an understanding of DSP fundamentals, principles, applications, current practices and standards, and emerging trends and developments.

Duration
9 Months
Cost
$2,660

RF Engineering

Advance your career with our RF Engineering Certificate. Learn to design energy-efficient, high-performance RF circuits and systems for wireless...

Duration
15 months
Cost
$4,120

Wireless Communications Technologist

Gain the skills needed to implement and integrate wireless networking communication systems across a multifaceted global industry.

Duration
9 months
Cost
$2,275

Communications Engineering Courses

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EE-40183

Advanced Antennas Design, Modeling and Simulation

Master advanced antenna design for wireless systems like 5G, IoT, and unmanned systems in this hands-on course. Learn to simulate antennas using...

Units
3.00
Cost
$775.00
ECE-40164

Applied DSP

Units
3.00
Cost
$845.00
EE-41006

Design of High Performance RF Transceivers

Bridge theory and practice in RF system design. Learn to develop high-performance RF transceivers with real-world simulation and architecture examples

Units
3.00
Cost
$775.00
ECE-40016

Digital Signal Processing (DSP)

Units
3.00
Cost
$845.00
ECE-40289

Electronics and Telecommunications Review: Math, Circuits and Signals

Learn the fundamentals of electronics, digital circuits, and signal transmission in this comprehensive Electronics and Telecommunications Review...

Units
3.00
Cost
$750.00
EE-40177

Fundamentals of 5G NR

Units
3.00
Cost
$845.00
CSE-41395

Fundamentals of Networking

Units
3.00
Cost
$725.00
ECE-40295

Introduction to Autonomous Vehicles

Units
4.00
Cost
$980.00
EE-40149

Microwave Test & Measurement

Enhance your RF and microwave testing skills with this Microwave Test & Measurement course. Explore key concepts such as impedance measurement,...

Units
3.00
Cost
$775.00
EE-40153

Microwave Transmission Engineering

Learn comprehensive microwave transmission network design and planning techniques. Gain skills in MW link engineering, licensing, propagation, and...

Units
3.00
Cost
$750.00
ECE-40294

RF PLL Synthesizers

Master RF Phase-Locked Loop (PLL) Synthesizer design in this comprehensive course. Learn how to design PLL synthesizers, optimize their...

Units
3.00
Cost
$775.00
EE-40098

RF System Design for Wireless Communications

Learn RF system design principles and techniques for wireless communications. Understand RF system impairments, system blocks, and perform key...

Units
3.00
Cost
$825.00
ECE-40301

SystemVerilog for Design & Verification

Units
3.00
Cost
$845.00
EE-40198

Wireless Communications Network Connectivity

Units
3.00
Cost
$725.00
EE-40200

Wireless Communications Technologist Internship

Units
4.00
Cost
$725.00