Intro to Software-Defined Radio (SDR) From Basics to Design

Are you curious about how wireless communication systems work? Do you want to design your own radio systems and explore real-world applications like 5G, satellite communication, and even aircraft tracking?

This course, Intro to Software-Defined Radio (SDR) From Basics to Design, is your complete hands-on guide to understanding and working with SDR technology using LabVIEW and USRP hardware. Designed for beginners and professionals alike, this course takes you step by step through both the theory and practical implementation of SDR systems.

You’ll start by learning the fundamentals of SDR, its advantages, key components, and how it compares to traditional analog radios. Then, we’ll cover wireless communication basics, modulation techniques (AM, FM, PM, ASK, FSK, PSK, QAM), and digital signal processing concepts like filtering, sampling, and Fourier transforms.

Next, you’ll move into LabVIEW and build fully functional SDR transmitters and receivers. You’ll even complete a final project where you implement a real communication link using USRP.

In the advanced section, we explore exciting applications like SDR in 5G networks, satellite systems, and ethical hacking. You’ll also complete a practical assignment: decoding live ADS-B signals from aircraft in your area.

Whether you’re a student, engineer, or hobbyist, this course will give you the skills and confidence to start building your own SDR systems from the ground up.