Advanced Information and Communication Theory

The course is taught every second year, next time autumn 2013. A thorough introduction is given to both classical and modern topics in advanced information and communication theory. The selection of topics may vary somewhat from year to year and with the interests of the participants. Among applications the course will usually highlight multiuser information theory and MIMO information theory for wireless communication systems. Capacity analysis and optimality criteria for system design are central notions.

General competence:
To obtain an in-depth understanding of the most important information and communication theoretic concepts, models, theorems, and methods, including interpretation of, relations between, mathematical treatment of, and applications of these.
Abilities:
Special emphasis is put on design and analysis of methods for signal compression, error control, and information transmission in telecommunication systems and networks.
Knowledge: Varies from year to year according to students' interests.

Lectures, colloquia, seminars, non-compulsory exercises