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module properties module number 201270 - common information

module number

201270

department

Department of Computer Science and Automation

ID of group

2222 (Biosignal Processing)

module leader

Dr. Marko Helbig

language

Englisch

term

Wintersemester

previous knowledge and experience

Fundamentals
in Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetic Field and Measurement Technology

learning outcome

Technical competence: The students know the physical principles which determine the propagation and the interactions of microwaves in media (especially tissue) and at dielectric interfaces. They have basic knowledge about measurement methods in the microwave frequency range (e.g. network analysis, dielectric spectroscopy) as well as about the necessary technical components and measurement systems. They are familiar with the principles and technical implementation of ultra-wideband sensor technology, in particular UWB radar technology.

Methodological competence: Students are able to name medical fields of application for UWB sensor technology and analyze their potential. They know the technical requirements and signal processing methods to apply such systems in medicine. They are able to deal with recorded data and know which relevant information is to be extracted and how. This applies in particular for medical UWB imaging and non-contact vital sign data acquisition using microwaves.

Social competence: With the knowledge acquired in the lecture, the students are able to present and explain methods and procedures of microwave sensing to medical professionals and to point out and demonstrate areas of application in clinical practice. They will be able to actively participate in professional discourses and share their experiences.

The following skills are acquired specifically during the practical exercise: Students are able to perform related measurement tasks (e.g. S-parameter measurement, dielectric spectroscopy, various UWB radar applications) in a group and solve related problems together. They can discuss different approaches in order to jointly find and implement the best solution for a given problem. They can accept criticism and take comments and advice to heart.

content

- Physical basics of microwaves and microwave propagation in media

- Microwave measurement techniques, dielectric spectroscopy

- Antennas and components for microwave sensing

- Ultra-wideband (UWB) technology, UWB radar and signal processing

- Microwave and UWB imaging

- Applications of microwaves in diagnostics and therapy

- Seminar: Exercises and demonstrations on lecture content

- Practical exercise with the thematic content: dielectric spectroscopy, imaging / beamforming, non-contact vital data acquisition

media of instruction and technical requirements for education and examination in case of online participation

Slides and blackboard (lecture)
Slides, blackboard and UWB lab equipment (seminar and practical exercise)

literature / references

A
list of relevant literature will be provided for each lecture.

evaluation of teaching

Details reference subject
module name	Microwave Sensing in Medicine
examination number	220505
credit points	5
SWS	3.25 (2 V, 1 Ü, 0.25 P)
on-campus program (h)	36.5625
self-study (h)	113.4375
obligation	obligatory module
exam	examination performance with multiple performances
details of the certificate	Das Modul Microwave Sensing in Medicine mit der Prüfungsnummer 220505 schließt mit folgenden Leistungen ab: schriftliche Prüfungsleistung über 90 Minuten mit einer Wichtung von 100% (Prüfungsnummer: 2200895) Studienleistung mit einer Wichtung von 0% (Prüfungsnummer: 2200896) Details zum Abschluss Teilleistung 2: Certificate for passed practical exercise A documented instruction is required each semester in order to carry out laboratory experiments.
link to Moodle course
teacher	Dr. Marko Helbig
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maximum number of participants

Details in degree program Master Biomedical Engineering by Research 2026
module name	Microwave Sensing in Medicine
examination number	220505
credit points	5
on-campus program (h)	37
self-study (h)	113
obligation	obligatory module
exam	examination performance with multiple performances
details of the certificate	Das Modul Microwave Sensing in Medicine mit der Prüfungsnummer 220505 schließt mit folgenden Leistungen ab: schriftliche Prüfungsleistung über 90 Minuten mit einer Wichtung von 100% (Prüfungsnummer: 2200895) Studienleistung mit einer Wichtung von 0% (Prüfungsnummer: 2200896) Details zum Abschluss Teilleistung 2: Certificate for passed practical exercise A documented instruction is required each semester in order to carry out laboratory experiments.
link to Moodle course
signup details for alternative examinations
maximum number of participants

Details in degree program Master Biomedical Engineering by Research 2025
module name	Microwave Sensing in Medicine
examination number	220505
credit points	5
on-campus program (h)	45
self-study (h)	105
obligation	obligatory module
exam	examination performance with multiple performances
details of the certificate	Das Modul Microwave Sensing in Medicine mit der Prüfungsnummer 220505 schließt mit folgenden Leistungen ab: schriftliche Prüfungsleistung über 90 Minuten mit einer Wichtung von 100% (Prüfungsnummer: 2200895) Studienleistung mit einer Wichtung von 0% (Prüfungsnummer: 2200896) Details zum Abschluss Teilleistung 2: Certificate for passed practical exercise A documented instruction is required each semester in order to carry out laboratory experiments.
link to Moodle course
signup details for alternative examinations
maximum number of participants