RF/Microwave Eng Graduate Schools

In summary, some top electrical engineering graduate schools in the U.S. with strong RF/microwave research programs are MIT, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, University of Maryland, UCLA, USC, UC-Berkeley, Indiana University, Illinois Institute of Technology, Northern Illinois University, and University of Tennessee. Bradley University in Illinois is also known for its excellent RF/microwave program. It is recommended to also consider schools with strong programs in accelerator physics, such as UC-Berkeley, for proximity to major accelerator facilities.
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RF/Microwave: Grad Schools

What are some good electrical engineering graduate schools in the U.S. that are doing some good RF/microwave research?

In a previous post, las3rjock told me about three graduate schools that he thought were good at microwave engineering: MIT, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Do you guys know of any others?
 
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University of Maryland, UCLA, USC, UC-Berkeley, Indiana U. Look for a school that actually has a strong program in accelerator physics as well. So this could also mean a school that isn't that well-known as the "brand name schools" that is actually close to major accelerator facility. Look, for example, at the Illinois Institute of Technology, Northern Illinois University, University of Tennessee, etc.

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Those look like some good schools from what I got from their website. I am not sure what Berkeley is doing over there though. Look at the following post about Berkeley:

https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=185751
 
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Bradley University in Illinois has excellent Rf/microwave program.
 
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Any others?
 

Related to RF/Microwave Eng Graduate Schools

1. What is the difference between RF and microwave engineering?

RF (Radio Frequency) engineering deals with the design and development of wireless communication systems that operate in the frequency range of 3 kHz to 300 GHz. Microwave engineering, on the other hand, focuses on the design and development of systems that operate in the higher frequency range of 300 MHz to 300 GHz. So while RF engineering deals with both wireless and wired communication systems, microwave engineering is mostly concerned with wireless systems.

2. What kind of courses can I expect to take in an RF/microwave engineering graduate program?

Graduate courses in RF/microwave engineering typically cover topics such as electromagnetic theory, microwave circuit design, RF/microwave antennas, wireless communication systems, and microwave components. These courses may also include hands-on laboratory work and research projects.

3. Are there any specific skills or prerequisites required for an RF/microwave engineering graduate program?

Most graduate programs in RF/microwave engineering require a strong background in mathematics, including calculus, differential equations, and linear algebra. Some programs may also require knowledge of electromagnetic theory, circuit analysis, and programming languages such as MATLAB or Python.

4. What kind of career opportunities are available for RF/microwave engineering graduates?

RF/microwave engineering graduates can find job opportunities in various industries, including telecommunications, aerospace, defense, and healthcare. They can work as RF/microwave engineers, antenna engineers, wireless system designers, and research scientists, among others.

5. Are there any specific research areas within RF/microwave engineering that are currently popular or in demand?

Some popular research areas within RF/microwave engineering include 5G wireless communication, Internet of Things (IoT), radar and satellite systems, and biomedical applications. With the constant advancements in technology, there is a high demand for research in these areas to improve wireless communication and connectivity in various industries.

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