All About Electronics and Communication Engineering


Introduction
Electronics and Communication is one of the fastest growing field of engineering courses. To understand better, "Electronics" is the branch of physics and technology that deals with the designing of circuits using transistors and microchips. It is also concerned with the movement of electrons in a semiconductor, conductor, vacuum and gas. On the other hand, "Communication" refers to the transfer of information or data from one device to another via a suitable communication path or channel which could be wired or wireless. Electronics and communication engineering also covers various sub-fields such as: analog electronics, digital electronics, consumer electronics, embedded systems, communication systems, signal and systems, antenna, radar and navigational aids and many more.

Recent trends in Electronics and Communication field
Recent trends or developments in electronics and communication field includes IOT (Internet of Things), AI (Artificial Intelligence), Mechatronics, Drone deliveries, Big Data, Rise of level-3 Automated vehicles, Spintronics, Smart cameras in embedded systems etc. All these developments involves specialization and the personals are required to possess a set of skills involving: innovation, problem-solving, critical thinking, aptitude for mathematics and a strong interest in the latest technologies.

What does an Electronics and Communication engineer do?
In today's world, we all are surrounded with electronic gadgets. Almost our life has become dependent on these gadgets. So, from where does these gadgets are coming into the market and then to you? The answer is simple these gadgets are being designed by electronics and communication engineers. So the basic work of an electronics and communication engineer is:

  • Designing of the electronic gadgets such as: mobile phones, cameras, televisions etc.
  • Designing of the transistors and microchips.
  • Designing of the various communication facilities example 5G.
  • Designing of the latest communication systems.



Eligibility Criteria
The basic eligibility criteria to pursue electronics and communication engineering is as follows:

1. Undergraduate (UG): Candidates must have qualified 10+2 from a recognized board with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as their main subjects. Besides this, students must also have an aggregate marks of 60% in the above mentioned subjects combined.

2. Postgarduate (PG): Candidates must have passed their B.Tech degree in the same specialization with a passing percentage in the aggregate of the subjects studied at the degree level.

Course Curriculum
ECE is a 4 year course divided into 8 semesters i.e., 2 semesters per year. Take a look at the semester-wise course curriculum below:

Semester 1
  1. Engineering Physics-I
  2. Engineering Chemistry
  3. Engineering Matehmatics-I
  4. Communicative English
  5. Computer Fundamentals & Programming
  6. Basic Mechanical Engineering
  7. Basic Electrical Engineering
  8. Engineering Physics-I Lab
  9. Engineering Chemistry-I Lab
  10. Computer Programming Lab

Semester 2
  1. Engineering Physics-II
  2. Basic Electronics Engineering
  3. Engineering Mathematics-II
  4. Manufacturing Techniques
  5. Fundamentals of Economics
  6. Engineering Graphics
  7. Environment Studies
  8. Workshop Practice Lab
  9. Engineering Physics-II Lab
  10. Basic Electronics Engineering Lab

Semester 3
  1. Engineering Mathematics-III
  2. Electronics Engineering Materials
  3. Electromagnetic Theory
  4. Analog Electronics
  5. Network Analysis & Synthesis
  6. Electrical Measurement & Instrumentation
  7. Computer Programming Lab-II
  8. Electronics Devices Lab
  9. Product Design Lab

Semester 4
  1. Computer Organization
  2. Signal & Systems
  3. Digital Electronics
  4. Linear Integrated Circuits
  5. Element of Electrical Machines
  6. Industrial Management
  7. Linear Integrated Circuit Lab
  8. Digital Electronics Lab
  9. Electrical Machine Lab

Semester 5
  1. Analog Communication Systems
  2. Antenna & Wave Propagation
  3. Consumer Electronics
  4. Microprocessor & their Applications
  5. Control Systems
  6. Power Electronics
  7. Analog Communication Lab
  8. Microprocessor Lab
  9. Power Electronics Lab
Semester 6
  1. Digital Signal Processing
  2. Digital Communication System
  3. Microelectronics
  4. RADAR & Navigational Aids
  5. Data & Computer Network
  6. Microcontroller & Embedded System
  7. Digital Communication Lab
  8. Microcontroller Lab
  9. Control System Lab
Semester 7
  1. Mobile Communication
  2. VLSI Design & Circuit
  3. Microwave Engineering
  4. Seminar
  5. Industrial Training
  6. Project - I
  7. Digital Signal Processing Lab
  8. Product Design Lab

Semester 8
  1. Optical Fibre Communication
  2. Satellite Communication
  3. Microwave Lab
  4. Project- II
Please note that the syllabus/curriculum may vary from college to college.

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