Faculty: Engineering

The Electronics and Communications Engineering specialization focuses on the design, analysis, and application of electronic circuits, communication systems, and digital technologies. Students acquire skills in analog and digital electronics, communication networks, signal processing, and embedded systems, preparing them for careers in communications, electronics, semiconductors, and related fields.

Learning Objectives:

• Understanding the principles of electronics and communications engineering.
• Developing skills in analog and digital electronics.
• Learning communication systems and network protocols.
• Exploring signal processing and control systems.
• Analyzing embedded systems and microcontrollers.
• Developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and creative skills.
• Gaining practical experience through projects and internships.

Main Curriculum:

1. Introduction to Electronics and Communications Engineering - An overview of electronics and communications engineering principles, history, and industry trends.
2. Analog Electronics - Fundamentals of analog circuits, including amplifiers, filters, and oscillators.
3. Digital Electronics - Principles of digital circuits and logic design.
4. Communication Systems - Understanding communication networks, protocols, and data transmission technologies.
5. Signal Processing - Techniques for processing and analyzing analog and digital signals.
6. Control Systems - Principles of control systems and stability analysis.
7. Embedded Systems and Microcontrollers - Design and application of embedded systems and microcontrollers.
8. Wireless Communications - Principles of wireless communication systems and technologies.
9. Networking and Data Communications - Fundamentals of computer networking, data communications, and internet protocols.
10. Electromagnetic Theory - Study of electromagnetic fields and waves and their applications in communication systems.
11. VLSI Design - Principles of designing and manufacturing very-large-scale integration (VLSI).
12. Portfolio Development - Creating a professional portfolio showcasing electronics and communications engineering skills.
13. Practical/Applied Training - Real-world experiences in electronics companies, communications companies, semiconductor manufacturers, or research labs.
14. Graduation Project - A comprehensive project applying electronics and communications engineering skills, such as designing a communication system, developing an embedded system, or analyzing a signal processing algorithm.

Assessment Methods:

• Analysis of electronics and communications engineering principles
• Analog electronics projects
• Digital electronics projects
• Communication systems projects
• Signal processing projects
• Control systems projects
• Embedded systems and microcontroller projects
• Wireless communications projects
• Networking and data communications projects
• Electromagnetic theory projects
• VLSI design projects
• Portfolio development projects
• Internship reports
• Final projects and presentations

Recommended Textbooks:

• "Introduction to Electronics and Communications Engineering"
• "Analog Electronics"
• "Digital Electronics"
• "Communication Systems"
• "Signal Processing"
• "Control Systems"
• "Embedded Systems and Microcontrollers"
• "Wireless Communications"
• "Networking and Data Communications"
• "Electromagnetic Theory"
• "VLSI Design"
• "Portfolio Development"

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of physics and mathematics and an interest in electronics and communications engineering.

Duration:

Typically 4 years for a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering.

Certification:

Graduates can obtain certificates such as:

• Professional Engineer (PE) in Electronics and Communications Engineering
• Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP)
• Certifications in specific electronics and communications engineering programs and tools

Target Audience:

Aspiring electronics engineers, communications engineers, embedded systems designers, and professionals seeking jobs in electronics companies, communications companies, semiconductor manufacturers, research labs, and related fields. This specialization equips students with the technical and analytical skills necessary to excel in electronics and communications engineering, supporting careers in various roles within electronics companies, communications companies, semiconductor manufacturers, research labs, and related fields.