Written specifically for a one-semester course, this textbook introduces
the physical and engineering principles of communication systems using
an accessible, yet mathematically rigorous, approach. Beginning with
valuable background material on signals and systems, and random
processes, the text then guides students through the core topics,
including amplitude modulation, pulse modulation, and noise. Key terms
and formulae are highlighted throughout to help students identify
essential points easily. Worked examples, practice problems, and review
questions reinforce concepts and enable students to develop confidence
in solving problems on their own. To help visualize the concepts
discussed, MATLAB-based exercises and examples are provided throughout,
supported by an introductory appendix for students who are new to
MATLAB. Each chapter ends with a practical applications section, showing
students how concepts are used in real-life communication scenarios and
devices. Figures from the book and a solutions manual,
password-protected for instructors, are available online.