Electronics and Communication Engineering
Connecting the world through advanced communication technologies and innovative electronic systems
Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering
The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at SVHEC is committed to excellence in education and research in the field of electronics, communication systems, signal processing, and embedded systems. We prepare students for careers in telecommunications, VLSI design, IoT, wireless communication, and emerging technologies like 5G and beyond.
About the Department
The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering was established in 2013 with the vision of creating skilled professionals in the rapidly evolving field of electronics and communication. We offer comprehensive education covering analog and digital electronics, communication systems, signal processing, VLSI design, and emerging technologies like IoT and 5G.
Vision
"To be a leading department in electronics and communication engineering education, producing innovative professionals who can excel in the digital age and contribute to technological advancement in communication and electronics."
Mission
- Provide quality education in electronics and communication engineering with focus on practical applications
- Foster research and innovation in communication systems, VLSI, and embedded technologies
- Develop industry-ready professionals with strong technical skills and problem-solving abilities
- Contribute to society through technological solutions in communication and electronics
4 Years
Program Duration
60
Annual Intake
92%+
Placement Rate
AICTE
Approved
Academic Curriculum
Our curriculum is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge in electronics and communication engineering fundamentals while incorporating cutting-edge technologies like 5G, IoT, and AI in communications.
Year-wise Course Structure
First Year - Foundation
- Engineering Mathematics - I & II
- Engineering Physics
- Engineering Chemistry
- Basic Electrical Engineering
- Programming for Problem Solving
- Engineering Graphics
- English Communication
- Environmental Science
Second Year - Electronics Fundamentals
- Electronic Devices and Circuits
- Digital Electronics
- Circuit Analysis
- Signals and Systems
- Analog Circuits
- Electromagnetic Field Theory
- Network Analysis
- Engineering Mathematics - III
Third Year - Communication Systems
- Analog Communication
- Digital Communication
- Microprocessors and Microcontrollers
- Linear Integrated Circuits
- Control Systems
- Antenna and Wave Propagation
- Digital Signal Processing
- VLSI Design
Fourth Year - Advanced & Specialization
- Mobile Communication
- Optical Communication
- Satellite Communication
- Embedded Systems
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Project Work
- Industry Internship
- Professional Electives
Our Faculty Team
Our department boasts a team of highly qualified faculty members with expertise in various domains of electronics and communication engineering.
Dr. Priya Rajendran
Head of Department & Professor
Qualification: Ph.D. in Communication Systems, IIT Delhi
Experience: 17+ years in teaching and research
Specialization: Wireless Communication, Signal Processing
Publications: 42+ research papers in international journals
Prof. Karthik Subramaniam
Professor
Qualification: Ph.D. in VLSI Design, Anna University
Experience: 15+ years in academia and industry
Specialization: VLSI Design, Embedded Systems
Publications: 38+ research papers
Dr. Anitha Kumari
Associate Professor
Qualification: Ph.D. in Signal Processing, NIT Tiruchirappalli
Experience: 13+ years
Specialization: Digital Signal Processing, Image Processing
Publications: 30+ research papers
Prof. Ramesh Babu
Associate Professor
Qualification: M.Tech in ECE, Ph.D. pursuing
Experience: 10+ years
Specialization: IoT, Sensor Networks
Publications: 22+ research papers
Faculty Achievements
- Best Faculty Awards from IETE and other professional bodies
- Research grants from ISRO, DRDO, and DST
- Industry consultancy projects with telecom companies
- Active participation in IEEE and other technical societies
Department Facilities
Communication Systems Laboratory
Advanced lab with AM/FM modulators, digital communication kits, spectrum analyzers, and software-defined radio (SDR) systems.
VLSI Design Laboratory
State-of-the-art lab with Cadence, Xilinx, and Altera design tools for digital and analog circuit design and verification.
Embedded Systems Laboratory
Equipped with ARM development boards, microcontroller kits, IoT sensors, and real-time operating system platforms.
Signal Processing Laboratory
Advanced lab with MATLAB/Simulink, DSP processors, and real-time signal processing hardware for audio and image processing.
Wireless Communication Laboratory
Modern lab with WiFi analyzers, Bluetooth modules, cellular communication kits, and 5G simulation platforms.
Antenna and Microwave Laboratory
Specialized lab with antenna measurement setup, vector network analyzers, and microwave test benches.
Software and Design Tools
- MATLAB/Simulink
- Cadence Virtuoso
- Xilinx Vivado
- ModelSim
- LabVIEW
- Quartus Prime
- Keil MDK
- Proteus ISIS
- ADS (Advanced Design System)
- HFSS
Research Activities
Research Areas
Wireless Communication Systems
5G/6G technologies, MIMO systems, cognitive radio, wireless sensor networks
VLSI & Embedded Systems
Low-power VLSI design, System-on-Chip, FPGA implementations, embedded AI
Signal & Image Processing
Digital signal processing, machine learning for signals, medical image processing
IoT & Smart Systems
Internet of Things, smart cities, wearable technology, sensor fusion
Ongoing Research Projects
- 5G Network Optimization for Rural Areas: DST funded - ₹16 Lakhs
- IoT-based Smart Agriculture Monitoring: AICTE funded - ₹11 Lakhs
- Low-Power VLSI Design for Wearable Devices: Industry collaboration - ₹9 Lakhs
- AI-powered Medical Image Analysis: Government of Tamil Nadu - ₹13 Lakhs
Recent Publications
- "Machine Learning Approaches for 5G Network Optimization" - IEEE Communications Magazine
- "Low-Power VLSI Architecture for IoT Applications" - IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems
- "Deep Learning for Wireless Channel Estimation" - IEEE Wireless Communications Letters
- "Smart Sensor Networks for Environmental Monitoring" - IEEE Sensors Journal
Student Research Opportunities
- Undergraduate research projects with faculty mentorship
- IEEE student chapter activities and competitions
- Industry internships with telecom and semiconductor companies
- National and international conference paper presentations
Placement Statistics
Top Recruiting Companies
- Qualcomm
- Broadcom
- Texas Instruments
- Intel
- Samsung R&D
- Analog Devices
- Airtel
- Jio
- Nokia
- Ericsson
- Huawei
- BSNL
Job Roles
- VLSI Design Engineer
- RF Engineer
- Embedded Systems Engineer
- Signal Processing Engineer
- Network Engineer
- Test Engineer
- Field Application Engineer
- Firmware Engineer
- System Architect
- Technical Consultant
Placement Preparation
- Technical interview preparation for core ECE companies
- Digital design and VLSI interview training
- Communication systems and signal processing workshops
- Coding practice for software roles
- Mock interviews with industry experts
- Resume building and portfolio development
Department Activities
Student Clubs and Societies
IEEE Student Branch
Active participation in IEEE activities, technical paper presentations, and industry networking events.
VLSI Design Club
Focus on chip design projects, FPGA programming, and participation in national design contests.
Communication Society
Projects on wireless communication, antenna design, and participation in communication system competitions.
Embedded Systems Club
Hands-on projects with microcontrollers, IoT devices, and robotics competitions.
Technical Events
- COMMTECH: Annual technical symposium on communication technologies
- ChipCraft: VLSI design and digital circuit competition
- WaveSync: Signal processing and communication project showcase
- IoT Innovate: Internet of Things project exhibition and contest
- TechConnect: Industry-academia interaction and placement preparation
Industry Interactions
- Industrial visits to semiconductor fabs and telecom companies
- Guest lectures by industry experts from leading tech companies
- Internship programs with VLSI and communication companies
- Industry-sponsored final year projects and research work
- Alumni mentorship programs with working professionals
Workshops and Training
- VLSI design flow training using industry standard tools
- Embedded C programming and microcontroller workshops
- PCB design and fabrication training programs
- 5G technology and wireless communication seminars
- IoT development and sensor interfacing workshops
- Professional communication and soft skills development
Ready to Join Electronics and Communication Engineering?
Connect with the future through advanced electronics and communication technologies. Contact our department for more information about the program and admission process.