B.E. Electronics and Communication Engineering

A Signal and Image Processing Lab in an engineering college is a specialized facility equipped with hardware and software tools dedicated to the study and application of signal processing techniques and image analysis. The lab is an integral part of the curriculum in engineering programs, particularly those related to electrical engineering, computer engineering, and computer science. The Signal and Image Processing Lab plays a crucial role in providing students with practical experience, fostering research, and bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world applications in the field of signal and image processing.

LIC lab, one of the basic labs of ECE, which houses the major equipment’s like cathode Ray Oscilloscope, Function Generator and Power Supply. The objective of this lab is to learn the concepts and employ it to design various integrated circuits using Operational Amplifiers. , PLL, 555 Timer and voltage regulators. Experiments like design of Amplifiers, Oscillators, Multivibrators can be studied and verified in this lab. Further experiments on OP AMP can also be conducted in this lab. Experiments can be done using Pspice /Multisim open-source software and results verified.

Digital Electronics Laboratory serves to acquire fundamental concepts in the field of Digital Electronics. The lab aims to impart knowledge of the essential tools for designing digital circuits and provide methods and procedures suitable for various digital design applications. The lab offers laboratory practice using MSI devices. It covers the topics on Combinational and sequential logic circuit design, Design and application of Arithmetic Circuit implementation, Shift register, Counters etc. This lab also includes HDL tools like Verilog/VHDL, which describe and simulate different circuits. This lab plays a major role in building strong fundamentals in the area of Digital Circuit Design.

The Embedded System laboratory, featuring ARM support and powered by CYPRESS, is a dedicated space aimed at nurturing proficiency in Embedded “C” programming. This comprehensive program encompasses the utilization of various controllers, including PIC, ARM-based, and Atmel, with the overarching goal of introducing students to the fundamental concepts of microcontrollers and cultivating advanced programming skills in a high-level language tailored for real-time applications within Embedded systems.

The Students are anticipated to achieve a comprehensive understanding and application of Embedded-C level programming for microcontrollers. Additionally, they are expected to demonstrate competence in working with standard microcontroller real-time interfaces, which include GPIO, serial ports, digital-to-analogue converters, and analog-to-digital converters. It also focuses on instilling troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving interactions between software and hardware. Furthermore, students are encouraged to develop analytical problem-solving abilities by combining hardware and software solutions to address abstract issues. 

The significance of an engineer’s grasp of microcontroller understanding and its industrial applications is underscored by the rapidly advancing field of embedded systems. Engineers proficient in these domains emerge as leaders within their respective industries. As embedded equipment becomes increasingly integral across sectors, such as in the automation of plant production functions like assembly, production control, inventory accounting, and quality control, individuals equipped with expertise in embedded systems are well-positioned to drive innovation and advancements in these critical areas. The Lab thus plays a pivotal role in preparing students to be at the forefront of technological progress and industry leadership.

Microwave and Optical Communication Lab  is facilitated to acquire knowledge in the field of high-frequency transmission and basic optical transmission characteristics. Microwave lab operates at X-Band ( 8 to 12 GHz) frequency. Microwave antenna like horn (E & H Plane ) radiation characteristics can be studied. This lab is equipped with microwave signal generators, like klystron oscillator, GUNN oscillator, Microwave power supply and microwave power meter to measure the output power. This lab is equipped with various microwave components like isolator, frequency meter , fixed and variable attenuators, directional coupler , Tee (E-Plane & H-plane), Magic Tee, Horn antenna , matched termination. By using this various component students can study about to measure Insertion loss, Return loss, Attenuation measurement, VSWR etc., This lab is equipped with optical equipment to measure the bending loss, Numerical aperture, LED and Laser characteristics. Optical cable with 800nm,900nm are used for establishing analog and digital link. This lab facilitates to acquire knowledge in the field of optical communication and microwave frequency transmission which is used at all mobile operating companies like JIO, BSNL, AIRTEL, etc. Microwave engineering knowledge will help the students to get employment in AAI, ISRO, PRASAR BHARATI, SAMEER, etc

Communication Systems Laboratory typically involves practical exercises and experiments related to various aspects of communication systems. The key aspects like Hands-on experience with signal processing techniques such as modulation and demodulation, Analysis of signals in the time and frequency domains, Experimenting with AM and FM modulation techniques, Implementation of digital modulation schemes like Phase Shift Keying (PSK) and Frequency Shift Keying (FSK),Hands-on experience with networking protocols, Collaborative projects to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios and Development and testing of communication system prototypes. This Laboratory provides practical insights into the design, analysis, and troubleshooting of communication systems, preparing students for careers in telecommunications, networking, and related fields.

The Networks Laboratory is facilitated to acquire knowledge in the field of computer network or data network which allows computers to exchange data. In computer networks, networked computing devices pass data between network links. Data transmission is carried out in the form of packets. Communications in computer networks are done with communications protocols to organize network traffic, the network’s size, topology, security and organizational intent. The concept of computer networking is understood and a practical notion of protocols with an emphasis on TCP/IP is acquired. Our lab provides a practical approach to Ethernet/Internet networking: networks are assembled, and experiments are made to understand the layered architecture and study the performance of protocols. Layered architecture of network protocols and their performance is analyzed. The data link layer protocols, local area networks and the network layer protocols are explored in this lab. Transport layer with TCP and UDP as well as the socket interface and different topologies are analyzed.

The purpose of the labs is to make familiar with the IC design method as well as a design concept that can be used for industry. It provides State-of-art facility for research and teaching at the postgraduate level. The VLSI (Very Large scale Integrated Circuit) research laboratory was established to investigate various aspects of VLSI circuits and systems design specifically in the design of energy-efficient digital circuits and systems, circuits for CMOS, VLSI architectures and algorithms for signal processing, image processing and communications. It involves developing VLSI algorithms, architectures and circuits for digital signal processing, and wireless communications. The research activities in the VLSI Laboratory are mainly in the areas of design and testing of novel VLSI based systems. The activities in the VLSI-based systems include real-time vision chip architecture, high-performance DSP architecture for FFT, DCT and wavelet transforms, architectures for DRAM/logic merged technology, and CMOS based sensing and imaging chip architectures. The activities in the VLSI design methodologies include development test metrics for VHDL verification and techniques for manufacturing test simulation (MTSIM) and test strategy selection at an early stage of the design cycle.

This lab is facilitated to develop ability in programming using microprocessors and microcontrollers. The course objective is to introduce the basic concepts of microprocessor and to develop in students the assembly language programming skills and real-time applications of Microprocessor as well as a microcontroller. On completion of this lab course the students will be able to: Understand and apply the fundamentals of assembly level programming of microprocessors and microcontroller.

Work with standard microcontroller real time interfaces including GPIO, serial ports, digital-to-analog converters and analog-to-digital converters Troubleshoot interactions between software and hardware Analyze abstract problems and apply a combination of hardware and software to address the problem <>br /> Use standard test and measurement equipment to evaluate digital interfaces. The microprocessor represents one of the most important technological advances of the past decade. The engineer who understands the microprocessor and controller knows how to use it in industrial applications will be a leader in his firm. Many industries are installing microprocessors for automating plant production functions such as assembly, production control, inventory accounting, and quality control.

The Communication Systems laboratory is facilitated to acquire knowledge in the field of Analog and Digital Communication. Fundamentals of Analog and Digital communication circuits are studied in this Lab. The lab is equipped with signal generators, pulse generators, single and dual power supplies, Cathode ray oscilloscopes and digital storage oscilloscopes to measure various parameters like voltage and frequency. The lab is also equipped with AM / FM generators and counters that can generate AM / FM frequencies, Various Analog / Digital communication trainer kits are also available for the students to perform fundamental to advanced level experiments in communication systems of either analog or digital. Fully synthesized spectrum analyzer is also available to study high-frequency design and analysis experiments. RF design modules such as high pass filter, low pass filter, band pass filter etc., and are available for the students to explore their knowledge in the area of RF system design. EDA software 7.1 Microsim is available to design and simulate various analog and digital communication circuits. This lab facilitates to acquire knowledge in the field of Analog and Digital communication circuit design that is used in all electronics and communication core companies like Honeywell, BSNL, AIRTEL, etc.

The Electronic Circuit and Simulation laboratory is facilitated to acquire knowledge in the field of biasing transistors. Electronics lab operates in designing power supplies with and without filters. Students will learn how to develop and employ circuit models for elementary electronic components, e.g., resistors, sources, inductors, capacitors, diodes and transistors. Students become adept at using various methods of circuit analysis, including simplified methods such as series-parallel reductions, voltage and current dividers, and the node method. They learn to appreciate the consequences of linearity, in particular the principle of superposition and Thevenin -Norton equivalent circuits. An intuitive understanding of the role of power flow and energy storage in electronic circuits is gained. The lab facilitates to acquire knowledge in the field of Electronics and the science of electricity both deal with electric current. Electricity deals with current mainly as a form of energy that can operate lights and other equipment. Electronics treats electric current chiefly as a means of carrying information. The signals in electronic circuits may be classified as either digital or analog. A digital signal is like an ordinary electric switch-it is either on or off. An analog signal can have any value within a certain range.