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COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER STUDIES

SYLLABUS FOR STUDENTS

1ST SEMESTER, A.Y. 2020-2021

Subject Code: TE3

Subject Title: Technical Elective 3 (Broadcasting and Acoustics)
Schoology Access Code: CPB3-CB54-NNNT6
Schedule of Online Meeting:
Instructor’s Contact Information:
Engr. Roselyn M. Quiocson
Contact #: 0999 822 2805
Email Address: rmquiocson@gmail.com
Messenger: Roselyn Montilla Quiocson
Course Description: Discusses operation of audio and video equipment including amplifiers, processors,
audio/video mixers, distribution amps, TV cameras, microphones, monitors systems
integration, studio electro-acoustics and lighting, TV and radio transmitters and
propagation, coverage map calculation and frequency analysis, broadcast networking,
broadcast ancillary services (STL’s and satellite links). Also includes CATV technology and
DTH.
Most Essential Learning Outcomes:
At the end of the course, the students must be able to:
1. Understand , identify and analyze the broadcast communications systems concepts,
elements and applications.
2. Differentiate the different broadcasting techniques such as AM, FM, and TV.
3. Design AM, FM and TV broadcasting network which includes coverage mapping and
interference.
4. Understand the principle and application of acoustic systems.
5. Introduce digital broadcasting, Digital Television (DTV) and Digital Audio Broadcasting
(DAB)

Course Outline and Time Frame:

Term Week Topics Term Requirement

No.
Prelim 1 Introduction to AM Broadcasting System and Standards Completed Unit1 of TE3
2 AM Studio System Design Worksheet
3 AM Transmission System Design
4 AM Coverage Mapping and Prediction
Midterm 5 Introduction to FM Broadcasting System and Standards Completed Unit2 of TE3
6 FM Studio System Design Worksheet
7 FM Transmission System Design
8 FM Coverage Mapping and Prediction
Prefinals 9-10 Introduction to TV Broadcasting System and Standards and TV Completed Unit3 of TE3
Coverage Mapping and Prediction Worksheet
11 RF System and NTSC-Color TV Broadcasting
12 TV Studio System Design and Studio Wiring Diagram
13 Technical Operation Center (TOC) System Design
Finals 14-15 Introduction to Engineering Acoustics Completed Unit4 of TE3
16 Room Acoustic Worksheet
17 Microphones
18 Speakers

Grading System:

Term Grade:
40% - Major Exam
60% - Performance Tasks (Term Papers, Projects, Practical Exams, Readings, Virtual Laboratories, etc.)
Semester Grade:
20% - Prelim
25% - Midterm
25% - Prefinal
30% - Final

Expected Course Requirement: Completed worksheets

Classroom Policies:

In case of physical classes returning,

1. Attendance Policies:
1. Students are required to attend classes regularly.
2. An admission slip signed by the Dean is required for admission to class on students who incurred absences.
3. Students who incurred 20% or more of the total class hours for the semester should be automatically
dropped from the course unless valid reasons are presented.

2. Classroom Behavior:
1. Students are required to wear complete uniform (with ID) inside the class. They will not be admitted for
non-compliance of this.
2. Respect for classroom authorities is required of all students.
3. Cleanliness should be observed in the classroom.
4. If there are classroom activities, chairs should be arranged properly and writings on the whiteboard
erased before leaving the classroom.
5. Requirements should be passed on time. Corresponding deductions will be made after the due date.
6. Cellphones, beepers and pagers should be switched off or put to silent mode when inside the classroom.
7. Students are prohibited from unauthorized use of whiteboard.

3. Other Polices:
1. The class should start and end with a prayer.
2. The Verse for the Week should be discussed before the start of classes.
3. Academic honesty is highly required. Students caught cheating will be given a score of zero or a failing
grade.

References:
Electronic Communication Systems by R. Blake
Communication Electronics by L.E. Frenzel
Electronic Communication Systems by W. Tomasi
KBP Technical Standards and Operating Procedure
Philippine Radio Code 2007

Prepared by:

ENGR. ROSELYN M. QUIOCSON

Instructor