Information radio technologies – in general, it is a set of technical means designed to receive, process, and transmit information or energy using radio waves. That is, the technologies that surround you – mobile and satellite communications, digital terrestrial and satellite television, radio navigation, radar, wireless access to the Internet, etc.
Currently, the creation of a modern global information space requires the development of new and radical modernization of existing information radio technologies. That is why the purpose of the educational program “Information Radio Technologies” of the second (master’s) level, which is included in the speciality G5 Electronics, electronic communications, instrument making and radio engineering, is to acquire theoretical and practical knowledge and skills, abilities and other competencies for successful professional activity: modelling, design, manufacturing, testing, installation, operation and modernization of telecommunication and radio engineering systems and devices based on the use of modern radio technologies.
The emphasis of the educational program “Information Radio Technologies” is on the formation of a specialist capable of solving complex problems related to computer modelling of radio engineering devices and systems for signal processing in information networks at the research level of professional activity.
The main focus of the program is based on well-known scientific provisions, taking into account the current state of development of electronics, telecommunications and radio electronics, and is focused on current knowledge and skills designed to ensure a further professional career: a systematic approach to the design of radio-electronic equipment, including intelligent systems. The use of artificial intelligence systems in radio electronics. The use of methods for protecting and transmitting information in radio-electronic systems.
The features of the educational and professional program include academic disciplines that deepen research competencies and knowledge of special sections of fundamental, professionally oriented disciplines and prepare a graduate for the position of a specialist (engineer) with in-depth knowledge of modern telecommunication systems, networks, services and technologies of new generations.
Among the main disciplines taught in this educational program, the following can be noted:
− latest tools for modelling and simulation of systems,
− integration of advanced technologies,
− design of complex systems,
− optimization and decision-making methods,
− modern multimedia technologies,
− broadband signals in radio engineering systems
− measurement technologies in the microwave range,
− etc.
In the process of training students, much attention is paid to the use of computer modelling and the application of modern automated design tools. In addition, students can independently choose various disciplines of professional and practical training for study. For example:
− antennas with signal processing,
− devices for the functional defeat of radio-electronic means,
− active devices of microwave devices,
− methods and technologies for designing radio engineering systems,
− digital signal microprocessors,
− microcontrollers and microprocessors for embedded systems,
− next-generation radio technologies,
− radio frequency identification,
− etc.
After completing the master’s degree in the educational program “Information Radio Technologies”, he must have the ability to solve complex specialized tasks and practical problems that are characterized by complexity and uncertainty of conditions, in professional activities that involve conducting research and/or implementing and applying innovations (new technologies) in the field of electronics, electronic communications, instrument making and radio engineering. Accordingly, the main skills and competencies that a master’s degree in this educational program will possess are as follows:
− search for the necessary data in scientific and technical literature, databases and other sources, analyze scientific and technical literature in domestic and foreign sources to determine the state and search for modern and promising developments in professional activity;
− be able to present the results of research and innovative projects and discuss professional problems in the field of electronics, electronic communications, instrument making and radio engineering;
− develop and implement engineering and business projects in the professional field, taking into account goals, resource constraints, technical, economic, legal and security aspects;
− be able to research, model and optimize radio-electronic and communication equipment and systems;
− be able to analyze and synthesize radio-electronic and communication equipment and systems;
− be able to implement advanced technologies in modern radio-electronic and communication systems;
− build and investigate physical, mathematical and computer models of radio-electronic and communication systems using appropriate methods and specialized software;
− solve multi-criteria decision-making problems in conditions of incomplete/insufficient information and conflicting requirements, analyze alternatives, build forecasts, and assess risks;
− analyze the conditions of radio signal reception, take necessary measures to reduce the impact of radio interference by using adaptive devices, perform the calculation of adaptive devices, and evaluate the effectiveness of their use;
− be able to apply engineering calculations and experimental studies of the parameters of microwave circuits for the analysis and development of microwave devices and antennas for modern radio systems, in particular for consumer and industrial Internet of Things devices;
− the ability to choose certain subsystems for the development of a digital communication system, build subsystems that are at least close to optimal in terms of the quality of the system as a whole, calculate the quality parameters of subsystems and the system as a whole; independently perform calculations of various radio engineering devices that are components of modern communication systems; use computing equipment and modern software for modelling and configuring these devices;
− etc.
A graduate (specialist in electronic communications and radio engineering) according to the names of professions in the National Classification of Professions (DK 003: 2010) can work in the following positions:
− professional in the field of electronics and telecommunications (2144);
− research associate (electronics, telecommunications) (2144.1);
− engineer in the field of electronics and telecommunications (2144.2);
− teacher at a vocational and technical educational institution (2320);
− a teacher at a higher educational institution (2310.2);
or get positions in foreign companies, for example, in such positions as:
– RF Field Engineer,
– Wireless Module Engineer,
– Telecommunications Engineer,
– Embedded Engineer (Hardware, Software, Firmware, Systems),
− etc.
A graduate can count on employment in:
− research institutes, including foreign ones;
− industrial enterprises of the radio engineering profile and the defence-industrial complex, enterprises of Ukrainian concerns (such as Proton, Ukroboronprom, Antonov, etc.),
− telecommunications companies,
− in private business, including large players in the international market (Samsung, Huawei, Siemens, Qualcomm, Epcos, ESA, etc.),
− etc.
A QUALIFIED RADIO ENGINEER IS THE FOUNDATION OF A HIGH-TECH ECONOMY, HIGH-TECH SCIENCE, HIGH-TECH EDUCATION, HIGH-TECH DEFENSE – IT IS THE FOUNDATION OF A HIGH-TECH UKRAINE