Introduction to Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Interference (EMI)

Master Electromagnetic Compatibility and Interference Techniques for Reliable, Compliant Systems

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) ensures that various electronic and electrical systems operate efficiently in close proximity without causing harmful interference. As technology advances and more devices rely on wireless communication and signal integrity, understanding and managing EMC and Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) becomes crucial. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to EMC and EMI, giving you the skills to measure, model, and resolve interference issues.

You will gain insight into industry regulations, standards, and design principles to ensure your devices meet compliance and operate without interference. With hands-on simulation experience, you will learn how to manage and mitigate electromagnetic emissions in real-world applications.

Course Highlights

• Introduction to Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
• Overview of EMC regulations, standards, and requirements
• Signal integrity, wave propagation, and transmission lines
• Non-ideal behavior and its effect on EMC
• Radiation, immunity, and susceptibility analysis
• Practical shielding, grounding, filtering, and cabling techniques
• Hands-on simulations using PSPICE and MATLAB

Course Benefits

By the end of this course, you will

• Understand the fundamentals of EMC and EMI analysis and their impact on device performance
• Learn how to identify and apply key EMC standards and regulations
• Gain expertise in designing systems to minimize electromagnetic emissions
• Practice simulation techniques for estimating emissions and measuring susceptibility
• Develop practical skills in cabling, grounding, shielding, and filtering to ensure device compliance

• Mastering EMC and EMI principles is essential for ensuring the reliability of modern electronic systems in diverse environments.
• By learning to design and implement EMC-compliant systems, you can prevent costly failures and improve the robustness of your devices.
• Hands-on simulation experience will help you analyze real-world EMC issues and apply solutions to enhance system performance and signal integrity.
• Whether you’re developing consumer electronics, automotive systems, or telecommunications equipment, understanding EMC is critical to success.

• Course Typically Offered: Online, every Spring and Fall quarter.
• Prerequisites: Students should have basic electrical engineering, circuits, and math knowledge.
• Next Step: Upon completion of this course, consider taking other courses in the Antenna Engineering Certificate.
• Hands-on: Hands-on experience is offered through simulation assignments using PSPICE (free version) and MATLAB (student version).
• More information: Contact unexengr@ucsd.edu to learn more about this course and other courses in the Antenna Engineering Certificate.