Introduction to AM Antenna Systems

Introduction
Course Description
Table of Contents

About the Author
SBE Recertification Credit
Enrollment Information

Introduction

This course will take the student through every facet of AM antenna systems in all their forms, both dealing with each element or variation separately and pulling the elements together to show how they are used in concert.

Course Description

For many radio engineers, particularly those who have been more involved with FM facilities throughout their careers, AM antenna systems with their singing coils and big hardware are often mysterious and many times vexing. AM directional antennas can be intimidating to even the most experienced radio engineers, particularly when something goes wrong and the cause is not immediately apparent. This course is designed to provide the student with a good understanding of all facets of AM antenna systems, directional and non-directional. With the material provided, the student will gain skills that will allow him to construct, troubleshoot and maintain just about any AM antenna system with confidence.

There are several quiz questions prior to most of the chapters to help the student understand what the chapter covers and confirm to the student how much they already know.

Introduction to AM Antenna Systems
AM Antenna Basics
Non-Directional Antennas
Current Distribution
Vertical Radiation Characteristics
Insulated and Grounded Towers
Base Impedance
Ground Systems
Directional Antenna Systems
Transmission Lines
RM Ammeters
Sampling Systems
Control Systems
Troubleshooting
Regulatory Requirements
Summary of AM Antenna Systems

About the Author

This course was written for SBE by Cris Alexander, CPBE, AMD, DRB.

SBE Recertification Credit

The completion of a course through SBE University qualifies for 1 credit, identified under Category I of the Recertification Schedule for SBE Certifications.