Electronics & Communication Engineering

The department of Electronics and Communication Engineering is approved by the All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE) and is affiliated to Maulana Abul Kamal Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT).The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at Techno Main Salt Lake was established in 2001, offering a B.Tech. course to 60 students initially and gradually increasing the intake to 120 students by 2007-2008. They introduced an M.Tech program in VLSI and Microelectronics in 2006-2007. The department provides an intellectually stimulating environment that encourages innovative thinking, creative problem-solving, and enthusiastic learning. With dedicated faculty, well-equipped labs, and skill-based programs like Finishing School, students are prepared for industry demands. While teaching is a priority, research and consultancy also receive attention.

The department fosters a student-friendly atmosphere, promoting collaboration and maintaining a professional culture. Through projects, seminars, lectures, meetings, and festivals, they aim for efficient and proficient results, enabling students to compete globally. Continuous improvement in academic standards equips students with skills for successful careers in various fields

Courses Offered
Program Intake Duration Entry Level
B.Tech - ECE 120 4 Years After Class 12
B.Tech (L) - ECE 12 3 Years After Diploma / B.Sc
M.Tech - in VLSI & Microelectronics 18 2 Years After Graduation
MISSION

1. To offer the state-of-art infrastructure for teaching, learning, research activities and innovative hands on engineering project

2. To deliver curricula to meet ever changing industry requirement and cope up with the present trends in higher studies and research, through student centric learning     methodologies.

3. To promote all round personality development of the students through interaction with alumni and experts from academia and industry.

4. To motivate and upgrade faculty members for departmental success, growth and quality enhancement.

VISION

To be recognized as Centre of excellencein Electronics and Communication Engineering education, higher studies and research as per the needs of industry, deeply inculcating professional ethics and duly nurturing all-round personality development.

Program Educational Objectives

1. Utilize their domain knowledge to analyze data and technical concept for application to higher studies, research and innovation in Electronics and Communication     engineering. [Excellence in domain knowledge and allied services, higher studies, research and innovation]

2. Excel in multidisciplinary areas with modern engineering tools, techniques and relevant software. [Versatility in Problem solving]

3. Develop expressive confidence and presentation skills to bring forth celebrated industry leaders, entrepreneurs, academicians and researchers. [Spirit of team work     and leadership]

4. Inculcate lifelong learning, professional and ethical values for the development of the society. [Societal and ethical values]

Program Outcomes

1. Engineering Knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex     engineering problems.

2. Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of     mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.

3. Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with     appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.

4. Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of     data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.

5. Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modeling to complex     engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.

6. The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent     responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice.

7. Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the     knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.

8. Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice.

9. Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.

10. Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as, being ableto      comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.

11. Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one's own work, as a      member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.

12. Life-long learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of      technological change

Program Specific Outcomes

1. Solve real life industrial problems relevant to electronic circuits, VLSI and nanotechnology, control system, microwave, embedded system, IoT and communication      engineering by applying current techniques, equipment, modern engineering tools, hardware and software.

2. Pursue research and entrepreneurship activities in the field of computer, electronics and communication engineering as per the needs of industry and society.

List of Faculty Members in Academic Year CAY (2023-2024)
Sl No Name PAN No. Qualification Area of Specialization Designation Date of Joining (dd/mm/yyyy) Date on which Designated as Prof / Assoc. Prof. Currently Associated (Y/N) Nature of Association (Regular/Contract/Adjunct) If Contractual Mention Full Time or Part Time Date of Leaving (In case currently associated is 'NO')
1 Dr. ARPITA CHAKRABORTY ACNPC9727H PhD ECE Professor 02-01-2010 02-02-2023 Yes Regular NA
2 Dr. PRATAP BANDYOPADHYAY ACXPB2176M PhD ECE Professor 06-04-2018 06-04-2018 Yes Contractual Full Time NA
3 Dr. HAREKRISHNA CHATTERJEE AEUPC4113N PhD ECE Professor 06-04-2018 05-04-2022 Yes Regular NA
4 Dr. R. C. KASHYAP AEYPC5421P Ph.D EMBEDDED SYSTEM Professor 11-04-2019 11-04-2019 Yes Regular NA
5 Dr. ABHRO MUKHERJEE AKFPM9447E Ph.D ECE Professor 13/1/2020 13/1/2020 Yes Regular NA
6 Dr. SEJUTI KHANRA CQZPK6848P Ph.D ECE Professor 01-11-2023 01-11-2023 Yes Regular NA
7 Dr. BUDDHADEV PRADHAN BOJPP0390C PhD ECE Associate Professor 30/5/2018 05-03-2022 Yes Regular NA
8 Dr. SUBHASHIS ROY AJOPR5850J Ph.D VLSI & MICRO ELECTRONICS Associate Professor 26/2/2019 26/2/2021 Yes Regular NA
9 Dr. SUBHANKAR CHATTERJEE AKDPC9777F Ph.D Wireless Communication Associate Professor 09-11-2023 11-09-2023 Yes Regular NA
10 Ms. MOUMITA BASAK NATH ALWPB3103A M.E/M.Tech RADIO PHYSICS & ELECTRONICS Assistant Professor 01-06-2006 Yes Regular NA
11 Ms. MOUMITA SENGUPTA ATJPP1571D M.Tech VLSI & MICRO ELECTRONICS Assistant Professor 06-02-2006 Yes Regular NA
12 Ms. MAHUA PAL AMOPP0561B M.E/M.Tech RADIO PHYSICS & ELECTRONICS Assistant Professor 17/07/2006 Yes Regular NA
13 Ms. TUKTUKI RAKSHIT GHOSH AKTPG9471A M.E/M.Tech RADIO PHYSICS & ELECTRONICS Assistant Professor 17/07/2006 Yes Regular NA
14 Ms. ADITI TOKDAR (NANDI) AEOPN1129B M.Tech VLSI & MICRO ELECTRONICS Assistant Professor 31/01/2007 Yes Regular NA
15 Mr. DEBAPRASAD DE ALLPD2610H M.Tech VLSI & MICRO ELECTRONICS Assistant Professor 14/01/2008 Yes Regular NA
16 Mr. ABHIJIT DEY AMSPD5767H M.E ECE Assistant Professor 09-01-2008 Yes Regular NA
17 Dr. SK. IMTIAJ ABBPI7539L PhD MICROWAVE Assistant Professor 09-01-2008 Yes Regular NA
18 Mr. SANTU GUIN ALQPG7925F M.E/M.Tech INSTRUMENTATION Assistant Professor 09-04-2008 Yes Regular NA
19 Ms. AMIYA KUMAR SARKAR AKLPS0943F M.E/M.Tech ECE Assistant Professor 22/10/2008 Yes Regular NA
20 Dr. SAIKAT MAJUMDAR AVOPM9867G Ph.D OPTICS & OPTOELECTRONICS Assistant Professor 16/01/2009 Yes Regular NA
21 Ms. DEPANWITA DEBNATH BGFPS4895B M.E/M.Tech VLSI & MICRO ELECTRONICS Assistant Professor 07-01-2009 Yes Regular NA
22 Ms. MOUMITA SARKAR (KAR) BKMPS1648M M.E/M.Tech POWER & ELECTRONICS Assistant Professor 01-01-2010 Yes Regular NA
23 Ms. AYESHA SULTANA DLGPS3807D M.E/M.Tech ECE Assistant Professor 15/03/2011 Yes Regular NA
24 Dr. SARMIISTA SENGUPTA EYUPS2796K PhD MICROELECTRONICS AND VLSI Assistant Professor 03-02-2018 Yes Regular NA
25 Dr. ARPITA ADHIKARI ASZPA9013G Ph.D RADIO WAVE COMMUNICATION AND REMOTE SENSING Assistant Professor 18/10/2019 Yes Regular NA
26 Dr. PUJAYITA SAHA CVJPS7148M Ph.D Antenna Engineering Assistant Professor 27/2/2023 Yes Regular NA
27 Dr. SANJUKTA MONDAL BRTPM0264R Ph.D COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING Assistant Professor 13/3/2023 Yes Regular NA
28 Dr. PRITAM SOM DMUPS5182N Ph.D WIRELESS COMMUNICATION Assistant Professor 09-11-2023 Yes Regular NA
Innovative Teaching-Learning Process

In addition to the conventional chalk-board teaching, the faculty members of the ECE department have embraced innovative teaching methods to facilitate interactive learning and enhance comprehension of the subject matter.



1. Project-Based Learning (PBL): Faculty members integrate PBL into the curriculum, where students work on real-world projects relevant to ECE and related fields. Each group of 3 to 4 students is assigned with a mini project designed to address specific objectives

2. Active Learning Strategies: Faculty membersFaculty employ active learning methods like quizzes to engage students, problem-solving sessions to apply theory practically, group discussions to foster collaboration, and surprise tests with real-life examples to deepen understanding through spontaneous application and relevance.

3. Special Care for Weaker Students: Faculty members prioritize all students' academic success, especially those needing extra support. They identify weaker students through assessments and class-participation. Individual attention is provided through tailored tutorials, and peer tutoring to foster confidence of the weaker students to reach their full potential.

4. Use of Open Educational Resources (OERs): Faculty members utilize digital textbooks and online tutorials to supplement traditional materials, enhancing self-directed learning. Simulation software and virtual labs enable practical experimentation in a digital space. Platforms like NPTEL and Google Classroom facilitate faculty-student interaction and resource dissemination, encouraging student inquiries for clarification directly from faculty.

5. Flipped Classroom Model: The Flipped Classroom Model empowers students with flexible, self-paced learning. Pre-class assignments build foundational knowledge, enabling deeper engagement during in-person sessions. This model enables faculties to focus on complex topics and provide personalized guidance to address individual learning needs.

6. Interactive ICT based Teaching-Learning: In the ECE department, faculty members use PPTs in smart classrooms for interactive knowledge transfer. Visual elements like graphics aid in conveying complex concepts. Group presentations encourage teamwork, communication skills, and effective demonstration of understanding directed by faculty members.

7. Integration of Industry Practices: Faculty members in the department enhance student understanding through a multifaceted approach. This includes inviting industry experts for guest lectures, providing real-world insights. Moreover, industrial visits expose students to practical applications of theoretical knowledge, while workshops and hands-on training sessions improve their proficiency in programming languages and software tools. These initiatives aim to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry needs.

8. Assessment and Awards: ECE faculty members use to follow the MAKAUT format, through PPT presentations, assignments, subjective exams, and multiple-choice questions for the continuous assessments per semester per course. Rubrics ensure precise evaluation. Outstanding performance in university exams is rewarded with awards for bright students.

9. Boosting Higher Studies with Experts: Seminars in ECE department are organized to enrich students' knowledge in contemporary research and development. Esteemed scholars and researchers deliver lectures, offering insights into advancements in allied fields. This initiative ensures students have a comprehensive understanding of the latest academia and research, preparing them well for higher study endeavors.

10. Fostering Collaboration & Professionalism: As dedicated faculty, we mentor B.Tech. projects for ECE students, emphasizing collaboration with external institutions like SAMEER and Calcutta University. This approach fosters professionalism and exposes students to diverse perspectives and resources, enriching their future career prospects.

11. Comprehensive Guidance through Mentorship: Faculty members foster holistic student development by actively engaging with individuals to understand their interests, strengths, and weaknesses. They offer guidance, constructive feedback, and mentorship on academic and career goals, ensuring personalized support for overall growth. By incorporating these innovative approaches into teaching and learning, the faculties of ECE B.Tech. course demonstrate their commitment in extending a dynamic and effective educational experience for students.

Caree Guidance

One of The major activities of the Department is arranging Career guidance. These programs are on and above those arranged by the Training &Placement Cell and the Institute. These programs are:



Awareness Program: It is mainly focused towards growing awareness to our students about the professional life. This has two parts:
Lectures by industrial professionals and
Visits to industries.

• Employability Opportunity: Programs are arranged so that the students gain awareness of job opportunities in multinational corporations (MNCs), the public sector, and civil service, enhancing their employability prospects

• Domain Knowledge Training: It is observed that the students at the time of recruitment lack in knowledge in basic principles and topics commonly asked during interviews. External and internal experts in various fields related to the Departmental Program are invited to discuss these much asked concepts to them. This helps them brushing up the necessary concepts and principles.

• Higher Studies: This program is normally meant for bright and motivated students. It includes lectures on futuristic technology to scope for higher studies inside India and abroad. GATE coaching is also a part of this program. Also coaching for GRE, TOEFL, CAT Counselling for higher studies and life-long learning is given by all members of faculty as and when needed

• Finishing School Program: Students are provided with comprehensive preparatory support tailored for their academic and professional endeavors. This includes specialized soft skills training designed to optimize their readiness for campus placements. Moreover, students benefit from targeted classes focusing on aptitude, verbal, and logical reasoning, strategically structured to equip them for both higher education entrance examinations and successful engagement in campus recruitment processes.

Smart Classroom

Interactive learning facilities are provided through the departmental Smart Classroom. All possible aspects have taken care of while designing the smart classroom so that the students learn effectively from faculty members and get a facility of participative learning. The classroom is spacious and equipped with overhead LCD projector along with proper audio-video facility. The furniture used in classroom are of un-compromised quality to enable students for hours of comfortable and continuous learning.


Departmental Library

In addition to the central library the departmental library acts as a parallel learning resource centre of the department which constitutes robust collections in both print (books and magazines) and electronic resources. The library supports teaching and research activities of facultymembers and students of the department though various online journal subscription facility, and a central online portal system with lists of books available in the library.


Seminar Hall

A seminar hall is established in the departmental premises to conduct various workshops, seminars and other official functions. This hall is equipped with modern facilities accommodating around 75 people at a time.


Projects

During their final year, students undertake projects in various fields with guidance from faculty members. They receive support for in-house projects, including software and hardware resources. Students are encouraged to publish their work reputed journal / conference and can access institutional funds for their projects.

Titles of Best Projects:

Academic Year Project Titles
2020-2021     • IoT underground cable fault detector
    • Coal mine safety monitoring and alert system
    • Detection of Signed language and conversion to readable
2021-2022     • Gesture Controlled Drone using Arduino
    • Delivery Truck Management System In Ware-House
    • Smart Library Management System using Raspberry PICO
2022-2023     • Smoke alarm and fire extinguisher BOT.
    • 3-D Printer using Arduino
    • Train accident Prevention and alarming system
2023-2024     • Gesture Controlled Robotic Arm.
    • Design and Development of Microwave Passive Components for Communication Transceivers
    • Voice Assistant System with Home Automation Facility
Syllabus
B.Tech
1st Sem 2nd Sem 3rd Sem 4th Sem 5th Sem 6th Sem 7th Sem 8th Sem
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Laboratories
Programming for Problem Solving Laboratory (ES-CS 291) Electronic Device Laboratory (EC391) Data Structure and Algorithm Laboratory (PCC CS391)
Digital System Design Lab (EC392) Analog Communication (EC 491) Analog Electronic Circuits Laboratory (EC 492)
Microprocessor and Microcontroller Laboratory (EC 493) Numerical Methods Laboratory (BS M491) Soft Skill Development Laboratory (HS HU481)
Electromagnetic Wave Laboratory (EC 591) Digital Communication Laboratory (EC 592) Digital Signal Processing Laboratory (EC593)
Control and Instrumentation Laboratory (EC 691) Computer Network Laboratory (EC 692) Mini Project / Electronic Design Workshop (EC 681)
Project Laboratory (EC 782, EC 881) Microelectronic Technology Laboratory Embedded system Laboratory
VLSI Design Laboratory Intel FPGA LAB IoT Laboratory
Industry Attached Laboratory



Programming for Problem Solving Laboratory (ES-CS 291)

The objective of the laboratory is to develop coding skills following appropriate algorithms. Students in this lab learns the basic problemsolving skills using concepts like Arrays,Function, Strings, Pointers and Structures in C Programming environment. Special emphasis is given to correct syntax errors as reported by the compilers and logical errors encountered at run-time.

Major Equipment:

Computers

Code Blocks open source software application that support compilers like C and C++

Electronic Device Laboratory (EC391)

Students working at the Electronic Device Laboratory

In this lab, students gain practical experience with various semiconductor devices, like diodes and transistors. Through guided experiments, they understand the behavior and characteristics of PN junction diodes, Zener diodes, Bipolar Junction Transistors (BJT), and Field-Effect Transistors (FET). In this lab, students learn the correct procedures for conducting these experiments, ensuring a deep understanding of the fundamental principles behind each device. This knowledge is essential for determining key parameters necessary for designing and optimizing electronic circuits.

Major Equipment:

Function Generator

Regulated Power Supply

Cathode Ray Oscilloscope

Data Structure and Algorithm Laboratory (PCC CS391)

The Data Structure and Algorithm laboratory is a hands-on learning environment where students explore the fundamental concepts of data organization and manipulation. In this lab, students implement various data structures like arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, and apply algorithms for searching and sorting. Through practical exercises and projects, they gain proficiency in programming, problem-solving, and efficient resource utilization, which are crucial for software development and computational tasks. The lab fosters analytical thinking and prepares students to tackle complex challenges in Data Structure and Algorithm.

Major Equipment:

Computer with relevant simulation software (code blocks)

Digital System Design Lab (EC392)

Students working at the Digital System Design Lab

The lab introduces students to digital electronics and integrated circuit concepts. It covers topics such as logic gates, flip flops, counters, and code conversion. The lab is equipped with necessary tools and IC testers for implementing various circuits and experiments

Major Equipment:

Power Supply

IC tester

Digital Multimeter

Pulse generator

Logic Probe

Xilinx Software

PSpice Circuit Simulator

Analog Communication (EC 491)

Students working at the Analog Communication Lab

The lab offers practical experience in communication system components. It focuses on teaching amplitude and frequency modulation, including power modulation index relationships. Students learn to compare modulations based on bandwidth, advantages, and disadvantages. The lab also covers super heterodyne receiver and B/W TV experiments to familiarize students with modern communication systems.

Major Equipment:

Programmable function Generator

Spectrum Analyzer

Automatic Distortion & level Meter

Digital Storage oscilloscope

Analog Communication Laboratory Trainer Kit

Analog Electronic Circuits Laboratory (EC 492)

Students working at the Analog Electronic Circuits Laboratory

In this lab, students will explore the applications of different semiconductor devices like PN junction diodes, Zener diodes, BJT, FET etc. They also learn about the applications of general purpose and special purpose chips. In this lab, students learn how to construct circuits on a breadboard and are also introduced to some circuit design concepts

Major Equipment:

Dual Channel Oscilloscope

Function Generator

Regulated Power Supply

Microprocessor and Microcontroller Laboratory (EC 493)

The lab focuses on teaching assembly language programming for 8085 microprocessors and 8051 microcontrollers. It helps students understand microprocessor concepts, develop programming skills, and work with real-time interfaces and peripherals for practical applications in both microprocessors and microcontrollers

Students working at the Microprocessor and Microcontroller Laboratory
Major Equipment:

8085 based Microprocessor Trainer kit( Model ESA 85-2) Maker – ESA

8051 Family microcontroller trainer kit.( Model ESA 31 ) Maker – ESA

ESA Study Card for 8255

ESA, Stepper Motor Interface with Motor for 8255

ESA 8 channel 12 bit ADC

ESA Make Keyboard Interface

ESA Traffic light Interface

Computers

8085 SIMULATOR

Numerical Methods Laboratory (BS M491)

Numerical Methods Lab is a branch of mathematics that focuses on developing and implementing algorithms to obtain approximate solutions to complex mathematical problems. These methods are essential for solving equations and systems of equations that cannot be addressed analytically, such as integration, differentiation, and differential equations. Through iterative techniques and computer programming, these methods provide practical solutions to real-world problems, where exact solutions are either unknown or difficult to obtain.

Major Equipment:

Computer with relevant simulation software (code blocks)

Soft Skill Development Laboratory (HS HU481)

The main objective of this lab is to encourage all round development of students by focusing on soft skill through individual and group activities. Here, students learn effective verbal / oral communications in group discussion / meeting / interviews, SWOT analysis, self-evaluation, and technical report writing. It enhances communication skills, listening skills, presentation skills and the leadership qualities of the students.

Major Equipment:

Well-equipped English Laboratory

Electromagnetic Wave Laboratory (EC 591)

The Electromagnetic Wave laboratory provides hands-on experience with modern testing equipment. Students learn about Standing Wave Patterns in transmission lines, observe radiation patterns of various antennas. MATLAB is used for studying smith chart simulation of stub matching.

Students working at the Electromagnetic Wave Laboratory
Major Equipment:

• Advance Antenna Trainer kit with following antennas

• 1. Simple dipole, Folded dipole

• 2. 3-element Yagi Uda

• 3. 5-element Yagi Uda

• 4. 7-element Yagi Uda

• PSpice and MATLAB

Digital Communication Laboratory (EC 592)

This laboratory course enriches the students with in-depth knowledge in digital communication systems at the practical level. This lab focuses the fundamental concepts on Pulse modulations, shift keying techniques, source coding techniques and Error-control coding techniques.

Students working at the Digital Communication Laboratory
Major Equipment:

CDMA Direct Spread Spectrum Trainer

Programmable function Generator

Spectrum Analyzer

Digital Storage oscilloscope

PC based logic analyzer

Digital Communication Lab Trainer Kit

Digital Signal Processing Laboratory (EC593)

Students working at the Digital Signal Processing Laboratory

The Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Lab is an advanced learning environment where students explore the principles and applications of digital signal processing techniques. In this lab, students work with discrete-time signals and systems, implementing algorithms for filtering, transforming, and analyzing digital signals. They use software tools (MATLAB) and hardware platforms to design and test signal processing applications

Major Equipment:

Computer with relevant simulation software(MATLAB)

Microtutor University Programme for DSP Lab Consisting of: Educational Practice Board for EPB

Control and Instrumentation Laboratory (EC 691)

The Control System Engineering Lab is a practical learning space where students apply theoretical concepts to real-world control systems. In this lab, students experiment with the design and implementation of controllers, such as PID controllers, to regulate the behavior of dynamic systems. They use software tools (MATLAB & PSPICE) and hardware setups to simulate and determine time response and frequency response on systems like second order low-pass Butterworth filter units. The lab emphasizes hands-on experience in mathematical modelling, stability analysis, and performance tuning, preparing students to develop efficient and reliable control solutions in various engineering applications.

Major Equipment:

Computer with relevant simulation software(MATLAB& PSPICE)

Control Lab Trainer Kit

Computer Network Laboratory (EC 692)

Students working at the Computer Network Laboratory

Computer Network Lab is a Linux environment lab where student apply the basic taxonomy and terminology of the computer networking and enumerate the layers of OSI model and TCP/IP model. They study fundamentals and basics of Physical layer, data link layer concepts, design issues, and protocols. Students can gain core knowledge of Network layer routing protocols and IP addressing with proper implementation. They study Transport layer services, and protocols including several variants with proper implementation. This lab gives an environment where studentsacquire knowledge and perform hands on of Application layer paradigms and protocols. Demonstration of physical connection of network devices using CAT5 / CAT6 cables, RJ-45 and T-Connector is being done in this laboratory.

Major Equipment:

Computer with relevant O.S. (Ubuntu)

Mini Project / Electronic Design Workshop (EC 681)

Mini project is a team activity having 3-4 students in a team. It is electronic design workshop which offers hands-on learning experience to the students in electronics, analog and digital circuit design and implementation of various applications using software and hardware under the guidance of experienced teachers. In this lab / workshop students learn to execute different milestones of their project work starting from need analysis and literature survey, circuit design, simulation, component procurement, testing and troubleshooting, PCB design, report writing and finally demonstrate the project.

Major Equipment:

DC Regulated Power Supply

Function Generator

Cathode Ray Oscilloscope

Digital Storage oscilloscope

Data Generator 6. Arduino Board

Project Laboratory (EC 782, EC 881)


Students working at the Project Laboratory

Microelectronic Technology Laboratory

The objective of this laboratory involves both fabrication and characterization of microelectronic devices. The Box Coater unit helps to form metal-semiconductor contact by deposition of Aluminum on Silicon wafer by vacuum deposition technique. The rest of the experimental set up are used for characterization. One of them is for the study of Hall effect. The other instrument is used for the study of a P-N junction.

Major Equipment:

Vacuum deposition Technique by HINDHIVAC Vacuum Box Coater, MODEL BC -300 (Hardware) with Water Chilling Plant

Experimental set-up for the study of P-N Junction. MODEL NO. PN-1 BY Scientific Equipment; (Hardware)

Experimental set-up to study Hall coefficient of a given material [Hall probe, OVEN and Thermocouple, Hall probe stand, Electromagnet, Constant current power supply, Digital Gauss Meter, CRO, Digital Gaussmeter: Model: DGM 102 (Hardware)]

Embedded system Laboratory

In this lab, students will be able to gain hands-on experience with VHDL (VHSIC Hardware Description Language) for designing any digital circuits and Verilogfor testing designed circuits followed by FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) technologies by implementing a variety of digital components and circuits. They will learn how to implement an Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) using VHDL, which will enable them to perform various arithmetic and logical operations. Students will also explore the implementation of both signed and unsigned multipliers using VHDL, understanding the differences and applications of each. Additionally, they will implement restoring and non-restoring dividers, which are essential for complex hardware designing.

Furthermore, the lab will introduce students to FPGAs, where they will familiarize themselves with the FPGA development board and tools. They will apply their VHDL knowledge to implement some combinational logic circuits, such as adders and multiplexers, as well as sequential logic circuits, including flip-flops, universal counters on the FPGA, by adjusting FPGA’s internal crystal oscillator frequency. Through these exercises, students will develop a deeper understanding of digital design, synthesis, and verification, preparing them for more advanced projects in digital electronics and embedded systems.

Major Equipment:

1. FPGA Development Boards

VHDL Simulation and Synthesis Software (Xilinx Software Suite)

2. Computers with VHDL and FPGA Design Tools

VLSI Design Laboratory

Students working at the VLSI Laboratory

In this laboratory, the students will be able to learn the design, synthesis, and analysis of CMOS inverters and various other logic gates, including AND, NAND, and flip-flops, using Xilinx and other CAD tools. This course will provide comprehensive knowledge on creating efficient and effective digital circuits, enabling students to apply theoretical concepts in practical scenarios. They will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software, which will enhance their understanding of digital design and prepare them for advanced applications in the field of electronics and integrated circuit design.

Major Equipment:

VHDL Simulation and Synthesis Software (Xilinx Software Suite)

CAD Tools

Intel FPGA LAB

The concept of Reconfigurable Technology becomes extremely popular in Research Centre as well as academics. The department hosts an INTEL FPGA UAP lab for conducting practical experiments on FPGA Boards and Advanced Computer Architecture. This provides a comprehensive development platform to accelerate Reconfigurable Technology and technology with hardware development boards, software and system on Programmable Chip Development Tools Suite, embedded processors, on-board memory, a vast set of I/O pins, and a wide range of standard and research oriented Intel-FPGA intellectual property (IP). Configurable embedded processors aid to create a microprocessor-based system that is customized to match application requirements. The system generation tool automates the configuration and integration of IPs within a System on Programmable Chip. With an array of readily available IP cores, SOPC Builder enables the swift creation of a hardware system within minutes. Employing appropriate design software can significantly lower power consumption, enhance speed, and decrease compilation times in FPGA design.

IoT Laboratory

The IoT Laboratory within the department serves as a hub for innovation and education, providing students with hands-on experience to explore the vast potential of IoT technology across diverse domains. Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, it aims to familiarize students with IoT principles and concepts, fostering creativity in addressing real-world challenges. The laboratory facilitates practical learning experiences, empowering students with skills in designing, prototyping, and implementing IoT solutions for applications such as healthcare, home automation, agriculture, and environmental monitoring. By emphasizing project-based learning and interdisciplinary collaboration, it aims to deepen students' understanding of sensor technologies, data analytics, programming, and hardware integration relevant to IoT. Additionally, students are encouraged to explore ethical, social, and security considerations associated with IoT deployment, enhancing their holistic understanding of the field and preparing them for careers in industries leveraging IoT technologies.

Industry Attached Laboratory

The department has established an Industry-Academia partnership with M/s Advance Mechanical Services Pvt. Ltd, Bengaluru, aimed at fostering industrial training, skill development, and professional growth of students in emerging fields such as Robotics Automation, Drone technology, and 3D Printing. The partnership's objectives include providing students with real-world industry experience, promoting technological innovation, and enhancing employment prospects by equipping them with relevant skills. This collaboration seeks to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry demands, enriching students' educational journey with practical insights and hands-on experience. Upon completion of the training, participants are expected to gain a comprehensive understanding of relevant technologies, design prototype models, and develop independent solutions to industrial problems. Overall, this partnership signifies a significant stride towards integrating practical experience with academic learning, preparing students for successful careers in evolving technological domains.

Publications
Sl. No. DETAILS 2023 - 2024 2022 - 2023 2022 - 2021 2020 - 2021
1 Journal Publication Details 5 1 3 4
2 Conference Publication Details 3 - 4 2
3 Books / Book Chapters Details - 1 1 5

Journal Publications Details
Sl. No Academic Year Paper Title DOI Name of the Journal International /National Journal
1 2023-2024 (CAY) Modelling of Fast Steering mirror assembly: A review of the various methodologies https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijleo.2023.171108 Optik (Elsevier) International IF 3.1
2 2023-2024 (CAY) Black Box Modelling of Dual Axis Fast Steering Mirror Assembly https://doi:10.5923/j.ajsp.20231201.01 American Journal ofSignal Processing (SAP publication ) International ICV 81.7
3 2023-2024 (CAY) HIPEDAP: Energy-Efficient Hardware Accelerators for Hidden Periodicity Detection https://10.1109/TC.2023.3270568 IEEE Transactions on Computers International IF 3.7
4 2023-2024 (CAY) Using Constrained Covex Optimiation in Parameter Estimation of Process Dynamics with Dead Time https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4064770 ASME. Letters Dyn. Sys. Control. International
5 2023-2024 (CAY) Efficient parameter estimation for second order plus dead time systems in process plant control DOI:10.1002/adc2.229 Wiley, Advanced Control for Applications: Engineering and Industrial Systems International
6 2022-2023 (CAYm1) Impact of Prevailing Atmospheric Conditions on Diurnal Variability of the Pre-monsoon Rainfall over a Tropical location, Kolkata https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhydrol.2022.128676 Journal of Hydrology, ScienceDirect International, IF: 6.4
7 2021-2022 (CAYm2) A Unified Model of Drain Current Local Variability due to Channel Length Fluctuation for an n-channel EδDC MOS Transistor https://doi.org/10.1007/s12633-021-01218-w Silicon, Springer Link International IF: 3.4
8 2021-2022 (CAYm2) Declining Carbon Emission/Concentration during COVID-19: A critical review on temporary relief https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cartre.2021.100131 Carbon Trends, Elsevier InternationalCite Score: 2.6
9 2021-2022 (CAYm2) Diurnal variability of rain and rain-induced propagation impacts at a tropical location: A seasonal comparison https://doi.org/10.1016/j.asr.2022.04.017 Advances in Space Research, Elsevier International, IF: 2.6
10 2020-2021 (CAYm3) Graphene-based Analytical Lab-on-Chip Devices for Detection of Viruses: A Review https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cartre.2021.100072 Carbon Trends, Elsevier InternationalCite Score: 2.6
11 2020-2021 (CAYm3) Revisiting smart antenna array design with multiple interferers using basic adaptive beamforming algorithms: comparative performance study with testbed results https://doi.org/10.1002/eng2.12295 Engineering Reports, Wiley InternationalIF: 2
12 2020-2021 (CAYm3) Reconfigurable Method of Smart Antenna Beam Shaping in Indoor Fading Environment using Adaptive Algorithms: An Exhaustive Experimental Study https://doi.org/10.1002/mmce.22482 International Journal of RF and Microwave Computer-Aided Engineering, Wiley InternationalIF: 1.7
13 2020-2021 (CAYm3) Silicon waveguide as virtual photonic bandgap structure array for realizing compact optical filters https://doi.org/10.1080/09205071.2020.1839568 Journal of Electromagnetic Waves and ApplicationsTaylor & Francis InternationalIF: 1.3

Conference Publication Details
Sl. No Title of the Paper Name of the Conference International /National Journal with Venue
1 Image Compression using Orthogonal Ramanujan Wavelet Transform 2023 IEEE Applied Signal Processing Conference (ASPCON) International
2 Spread Spectrum Digital Watermarking using Orthogonal Ramanujan Sums 2023 IEEE Applied Signal Processing Conference (ASPCON) International
3 A Hybrid Transfer learning Architecture Based Image Captioning model for Assisting Visually Impaired 2023 IEEE Applied Signal Processing Conference (ASPCON) International
4 Study of Oxides and aerosols in connection with COVID 19 lockdown scenario over a Metropolitan City, Kolkata XXXIVth General Assembly and Scientific Symposium of the International Union of Radio Science (URSI GASS) International, Rome, Italy
5 Seasonal Characteristics of Lightning Activity in Connection with Daily Rainfall over a Tropical Location, Kolkata XXXIVth General Assembly and Scientific Symposium of the International Union of Radio Science (URSI GASS) International, Rome, Italy
6 Effect of AOD to lightning Flash Rate and relation with NO2 over Kolkata, India National Space Science Symposium 2022 (NSSS 2022), National, IISER, Kolkata
7 HIPER: Low Power, High Performance and Area-Efficient Hardware Accelerators for Hidden Periodicity Detection using Ramanujan Filter Banks 34th International Conference on VLSI Design and 2021 20th International Conference on Embedded Systems (VLSID) Guwahati, India
8 Energy-Efficient Edge Detection using Approximate Ramanujan Sums 21st International Symposium on Quality Electronic Design (ISQED) Santa Clara, CA, USA
9 An Efficient Multiplier-less Hardware for Hidden Periodicity Detection Using Ramanujan Filter Bank 2nd IEEE Applied Signal Processing Conference (ASPCON) Kolkata, West Bengal, India


Books / Book Chapters Details
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1 Book Chapter Toxicity of Carbon Nanomaterials Wiley
2 Book Chapter Nanogenerators: A New Paradigm in Blue Energy-Harvesting Elsevier
3 Book Chapter Characteristics of Raindrop Size Distribution Over a Tropical Location, Kolkata Springer Nature
4 Book Chapter Advancement and Challenges for Non-invasive Monitoring of Blood Glucose: A Review Springer Nature
5 Book Chapter Characteristics of One Dimensional Photonics Structures Having Different Types of Sequences Springer Nature
6 Book Chapter Rapid Modeling of a Fast-Steering Mirror Assembly from Time Response Data Springer Nature
7 Book Chapter Electro‐Optic Switches Wiley
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