Project Description
Course Code
RF901
Course Overview
This online course describes different connector types used at RF and microwave frequencies. It also discusses mechanical compatibility of connectors to avoid expensive equipment damage. Correct connector cleaning is also demonstrated, which helps ensure measurement accuracy. A review quiz is included to test knowledge and understanding.
What you will learn
Importance of connector care
Coaxial connector categories
Common coax line sizes
Inner conductor concepts
Slotted vs slotless connector interface
Precision connector frequency ranges
APC-3.5, APC-7, N-type and SMA connectors
Mechanically compatible connectors
Cleaning coaxial connectors
Connector savers and adaptors
Interface dimensions and gauging
Target Audience
This online RF and microwave course is ideal for new entrants to the field of RF and microwave engineering. Students and job seekers will also find the course beneficial since it covers areas likely to arise during a technical interview. Technical sales engineers and technical managers who need to improve their understanding of RF and microwave communications in order to better manage projects.
New Starters
Recent Graduates and Interns
RF and Microwave Technicians and Engineers
Technical Sales and Applications Engineers
Technical Managers
Technical Level
Although there are no formal prerequisites for the course, an ability to absorb and understand technical concepts is essential together with a desire to learn more about the topics covered. A technical background is desirable in order to derive maximum benefit from the course.
Time to Complete
Approx. 1 hr
What’s Included?
- Unlimited individual access to all course content on-demand 24/7 for 365 days
37 minutes of focused video content
4 modules covering a range of key RF connector topics
16 individual video lessons
Quiz questions to test your learning and progress
Downloadable supporting materials and applications notes
Certificate of Achievement issued by TTA on completion (PDF)
IEEE Certificate of Completion issued by IEEE on completion (PDF)
0.10 IEEE Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
1.0 IEEE Professional Development Hours (PDHs)
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Certificate of Achievement – Included
Successfully completing all of the course modules and quizzes results in the award of a Certificate of Achievement. A high-resolution PDF certificate file will be emailed to you shortly after completing the course.
IEEE Certificate of Completion – Included
This course has been approved by the IEEE for the quality of its technical content and adherence to the IEEE’s strict criteria for educational excellence. Successfully completing all of the course modules and quizzes results in the award of an IEEE Certificate of Completion (PDF) with 0.1 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and 1.0 Professional Development Hours (PDHs) and demonstrates your continuing professional development.
Course Curriculum
4 modules – 16 video lessons – 37 mins video
100% No-Risk Guarantee
We want you to be satisfied with this course and therefore offer a 100% no-risk refund guarantee. To receive a full refund, all we ask is that refund requests are made within 30 days of starting a course and that you have viewed no more than 25% of the video content.
Includes 1-year unlimited individual on-demand access to all course content