Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Powering the future with innovation in electrical systems, renewable energy, and smart technologies
Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
The Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at SVHEC is dedicated to excellence in education and research in power systems, renewable energy, control systems, and modern electrical technologies. We prepare students for careers in power generation, transmission, distribution, and emerging areas like electric vehicles and smart grids.
About the Department
The Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering was established in 2012 with the vision of creating competent electrical engineers who can contribute to the power sector and emerging technologies. We offer comprehensive education covering power systems, control systems, electronics, renewable energy, and smart grid technologies.
Vision
"To be a leading department in electrical and electronics engineering education, producing innovative professionals who can address the energy challenges of the future and contribute to sustainable development."
Mission
- Provide quality education in electrical and electronics engineering with emphasis on practical learning
- Foster research and innovation in power systems, renewable energy, and smart technologies
- Develop industry-ready professionals with strong technical skills and ethical values
- Contribute to society through energy-efficient solutions and technological advancement
4 Years
Program Duration
60
Annual Intake
90%+
Placement Rate
AICTE
Approved
Academic Curriculum
Our curriculum is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge in electrical and electronics engineering fundamentals while emphasizing modern technologies like renewable energy, smart grids, and automation.
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 - Core Electrical
- Circuit Analysis
- Electromagnetic Field Theory
- Electrical Machines - I
- Electronic Devices and Circuits
- Network Analysis and Synthesis
- Digital Electronics
- Measurements and Instrumentation
- Engineering Mathematics - III
Third Year - Power Systems & Control
- Power System Analysis
- Electrical Machines - II
- Control Systems
- Power Electronics
- Microprocessors and Microcontrollers
- Transmission and Distribution
- Protection and Switchgear
- Renewable Energy Systems
Fourth Year - Advanced & Project
- High Voltage Engineering
- Power System Operation and Control
- Electric Drives and Control
- Smart Grid Technology
- Power Quality and Management
- Project Work
- Industrial Training
- Professional Electives
Our Faculty Team
Our department is proud to have a team of highly qualified and experienced faculty members with expertise in various domains of electrical and electronics engineering.
Dr. Suresh Babu K
Head of Department & Professor
Qualification: Ph.D. in Power Systems, IIT Madras
Experience: 20+ years in teaching and research
Specialization: Power Systems, Renewable Energy
Publications: 50+ research papers in international journals
Prof. Lakshmi Devi R
Professor
Qualification: Ph.D. in Power Electronics, Anna University
Experience: 16+ years in academia and industry
Specialization: Power Electronics, Electric Drives
Publications: 40+ research papers
Dr. Rajesh Kumar M
Associate Professor
Qualification: Ph.D. in Control Systems, NIT Warangal
Experience: 14+ years
Specialization: Control Systems, Automation
Publications: 32+ research papers
Prof. Kavitha S
Associate Professor
Qualification: M.Tech in EEE, Ph.D. pursuing
Experience: 11+ years
Specialization: Smart Grids, Energy Management
Publications: 25+ research papers
Faculty Achievements
- Best Teacher Awards from IEEE and Institution of Engineers
- Research grants from DRDO, DST, and AICTE
- Consultancy projects with TANGEDCO and private industries
- Editorial board members of international journals in power systems
Department Facilities
Power Systems Laboratory
Advanced lab with power system simulators, protection relays, and real-time monitoring systems for comprehensive power system studies.
Electrical Machines Laboratory
Well-equipped lab with various AC and DC machines, motor control panels, and testing equipment for machine analysis.
Power Electronics Laboratory
State-of-the-art lab with power electronic converters, inverters, UPS systems, and motor drive circuits.
Control Systems Laboratory
Advanced control systems lab with PLC, SCADA, servo motors, and industrial automation equipment.
Renewable Energy Laboratory
Solar panel testing setup, wind energy simulator, and grid-tie inverter systems for renewable energy research.
High Voltage Laboratory
High voltage testing equipment, impulse generators, and insulation testing apparatus for high voltage studies.
Software and Simulation Tools
- MATLAB/Simulink
- ETAP Power Station
- PSCAD/EMTDC
- PSIM
- LabVIEW
- AutoCAD Electrical
- ANSYS Maxwell
- Proteus Design Suite
- PowerWorld Simulator
- HOMER Energy
Research Activities
Research Areas
Power Systems & Smart Grids
Power system protection, stability analysis, smart grid technologies, demand response systems
Renewable Energy Systems
Solar PV systems, wind energy, hybrid renewable systems, energy storage technologies
Power Electronics & Drives
Power converters, motor drives, electric vehicle technologies, power quality improvement
Control Systems & Automation
Industrial automation, process control, robotics, artificial intelligence in control systems
Ongoing Research Projects
- Smart Grid Implementation in Rural Areas: DST funded - ₹18 Lakhs
- Solar-Wind Hybrid System Optimization: AICTE funded - ₹12 Lakhs
- Power Quality Enhancement using Custom Power Devices: Industry collaboration - ₹10 Lakhs
- Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure: Government of Tamil Nadu - ₹15 Lakhs
Recent Publications
- "Optimal Placement of PMUs in Smart Grids using AI Techniques" - IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid
- "Performance Analysis of Grid-Connected Solar PV Systems" - Renewable Energy Journal
- "Power Quality Improvement using FACTS Devices" - Electric Power Systems Research
- "Energy Management in Microgrids using Machine Learning" - IEEE Access
Student Research Opportunities
- Undergraduate research projects in collaboration with TANGEDCO
- Participation in IEEE student chapter activities
- Industry-sponsored final year projects
- National and international conference presentations
Placement Statistics
Top Recruiting Companies
- Siemens
- ABB
- Schneider Electric
- L&T Electrical
- Crompton Greaves
- Bajaj Electricals
- BHEL
- NTPC
- PowerGrid Corporation
- TANGEDCO
- Tata Power
- Adani Power
Job Roles
- Electrical Design Engineer
- Power Systems Engineer
- Control Systems Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Maintenance Engineer
- Power Electronics Engineer
- Protection Engineer
- Energy Auditor
- Sales Engineer
- Technical Consultant
Placement Preparation
- Technical interview preparation for core electrical companies
- Aptitude and reasoning training sessions
- Group discussion and personal interview training
- Industry expert guest lectures and career guidance
- Resume building and portfolio development workshops
- Mock interviews with industry professionals
Department Activities
Student Clubs and Societies
IEEE Student Branch
Active IEEE student branch organizing technical workshops, competitions, and industry interactions.
Renewable Energy Club
Focus on renewable energy projects, sustainability initiatives, and clean energy awareness programs.
Automation Society
Hands-on projects in industrial automation, PLC programming, and robotics competitions.
Power Electronics Club
Circuit design competitions, power converter projects, and electric vehicle technology workshops.
Technical Events
- POWERTECH: Annual technical symposium focusing on power and energy systems
- CircuitCraft: Circuit design and analysis competition
- RoboControl: Robotics and automation project exhibition
- GreenEnergy: Renewable energy project showcase and competition
- WireWorks: Electrical installation and wiring competition
Industry Interactions
- Industrial visits to power plants and electrical manufacturing units
- Guest lectures by industry experts from power sector
- Internship opportunities in PSUs and private companies
- Industry-sponsored projects and consultancy work
- Alumni mentorship programs with working professionals
Workshops and Training
- MATLAB/Simulink training for power system analysis
- PLC and SCADA programming workshops
- Solar PV system design and installation training
- High voltage safety and testing procedures
- Power quality analysis and energy audit training
- Soft skills and personality development sessions
Ready to Join Electrical and Electronics Engineering?
Power your career with cutting-edge electrical engineering education. Contact our department for more information about the program and admission process.