Diploma in Electrical Engineering

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Program Overview

Program Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters) Qualification Level: Diploma

The Diploma in Electrical Engineering at Summit Heights Institute is a dynamic and industry-focused program designed to equip students with the foundational knowledge and specialized skills demanded by the rapidly evolving global electrical engineering sector. This curriculum integrates traditional electrical engineering principles with cutting-edge technologies and trends such as renewable energy systems, smart grids, industrial automation, power electronics, and embedded systems. Graduates will be prepared for diverse technical roles in power generation and distribution, manufacturing, telecommunications, automation, and green energy industries.

Key Program Pillars

  • Core Electrical Principles: Strong foundation in circuits, electronics, and electromagnetism.
  • Power Systems & Renewables: Expertise in generation, transmission, distribution, and sustainable energy integration.
  • Automation & Control: Practical skills in industrial control, PLCs, and robotics fundamentals.
  • Digital & Embedded Systems: Proficiency in microcontrollers, IoT applications, and digital logic.
  • Industry-Relevant Tools: Hands-on experience with simulation software, CAD, and programming languages.
  • Safety & Standards: Emphasis on electrical safety, industry codes, and professional ethics.
  • Problem-Solving & Innovation: Developing critical thinking and practical application skills for real-world challenges.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this Diploma, graduates will be able to:

  • Analyze and design DC and AC electrical circuits, applying fundamental laws and theorems.
  • Understand the principles of electromagnetism and their application in electrical machines and devices.
  • Design, analyze, and troubleshoot analog and digital electronic circuits.
  • Apply principles of power generation, transmission, and distribution, including smart grid concepts.
  • Work with various electrical machines, including motors and generators.
  • Design and implement basic control systems for industrial applications.
  • Program and interface microcontrollers for embedded system applications and IoT solutions.
  • Understand and apply principles of power electronics for energy conversion.
  • Utilize industry-standard software tools for circuit simulation, design, and analysis.
  • Adhere to electrical safety standards, codes, and ethical practices in engineering.
  • Contribute to the design, installation, maintenance, and optimization of electrical systems in diverse industrial settings.
  • Communicate technical information effectively and work collaboratively in engineering teams.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1: Foundational Electrical & Electronic Principles

Semester 1

  • EE101: Electrical Principles & Circuit Analysis I (DC)
    • Description: Introduces fundamental electrical concepts, including charge, current, voltage, resistance, Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s Laws, series and parallel circuits, and basic circuit theorems (e.g., Superposition, Thevenin’s, Norton’s). Emphasis on DC circuits.
    • Learning Outcomes: Apply basic electrical laws; analyze simple DC circuits; solve for current, voltage, and power in DC networks; use laboratory equipment (multimeters, power supplies).
  • EE102: Engineering Mathematics I
    • Description: Covers essential mathematical concepts for engineering, including algebra, trigonometry, vectors, complex numbers, and an introduction to differential and integral calculus.
    • Learning Outcomes: Solve engineering-related mathematical problems; apply calculus to simple electrical contexts; use complex numbers in AC circuit representation.
  • EE103: Engineering Physics
    • Description: Explores fundamental physics principles relevant to electrical engineering, including mechanics, thermodynamics, waves, and an introduction to electricity and magnetism.
    • Learning Outcomes: Explain basic physical phenomena; apply physics principles to engineering problems; understand the relationship between physical laws and electrical concepts.
  • EE104: Introduction to Digital Logic & Systems
    • Description: Introduces binary systems, Boolean algebra, logic gates (AND, OR, NOT, XOR), combinational logic design, and basic sequential logic elements (flip-flops).
    • Learning Outcomes: Convert between number systems; design simple combinational logic circuits; understand the operation of basic sequential circuits.
  • EE105: Engineering Drawing & CAD Fundamentals
    • Description: Develops skills in technical drawing, schematic representation, and an introduction to Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software for electrical diagrams and layouts.
    • Learning Outcomes: Create technical drawings and schematics; use CAD software for basic electrical designs.

Semester 2

  • EE106: Electrical Principles & Circuit Analysis II (AC)
    • Description: Extends circuit analysis to alternating current (AC) circuits. Topics include AC waveforms, phasors, impedance, reactance, resonance, power in AC circuits, and three-phase systems.
    • Learning Outcomes: Analyze single-phase and three-phase AC circuits; calculate power in AC systems; understand resonance phenomena.
  • EE107: Analog Electronics I
    • Description: Introduces semiconductor devices, including diodes, transistors (BJT, MOSFET), and operational amplifiers. Covers their characteristics, biasing, and basic amplifier configurations.
    • Learning Outcomes: Explain the operation of diodes and transistors; design basic amplifier circuits; analyze op-amp circuits.
  • EE108: Electrical Machines I (DC & Transformers)
    • Description: Covers the principles of operation, construction, and characteristics of DC motors and generators, as well as single-phase and three-phase transformers.
    • Learning Outcomes: Explain the working principles of DC machines and transformers; analyze their performance characteristics; perform basic calculations related to their operation.
  • EE109: Introduction to Programming for Engineers (Python/C++)
    • Description: Introduces fundamental programming concepts, data types, control structures, functions, and basic algorithms using a relevant language (e.g., Python or C++) with applications to engineering problems.
    • Learning Outcomes: Write basic programs to solve engineering problems; understand fundamental programming constructs; apply programming to data manipulation.
  • EE110: Electrical Safety & Workshop Practice
    • Description: Emphasizes electrical safety regulations, first aid for electrical accidents, proper use of tools and equipment, and practical wiring techniques in a workshop environment.
    • Learning Outcomes: Identify electrical hazards; apply safety procedures; use electrical tools safely; perform basic wiring tasks.
Year 2: Advanced Applications & Industry Specializations

Semester 3

  • EE201: Power Systems & Smart Grid Fundamentals
    • Description: Covers the components of power systems (generation, transmission, distribution), power factor correction, protection systems, and an introduction to smart grid technologies, microgrids, and energy management systems.
    • Learning Outcomes: Describe power system components; understand power factor correction; explain basic protection schemes; identify smart grid features.
  • EE202: Electrical Machines II (AC & Special Machines)
    • Description: Continues with AC machines, including induction motors, synchronous motors, and generators. Introduces special machines relevant to modern applications (e.g., stepper motors, servo motors).
    • Learning Outcomes: Analyze the operation of AC motors and generators; understand the characteristics of special machines; select appropriate motors for applications.
  • EE203: Control Systems & Automation
    • Description: Introduces open-loop and closed-loop control systems, feedback mechanisms, transfer functions, stability analysis, and an overview of industrial automation components like PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and sensors.
    • Learning Outcomes: Analyze simple control systems; understand feedback control; program basic PLC logic; identify common industrial sensors.
  • EE204: Microcontrollers & Embedded Systems
    • Description: Focuses on the architecture, programming, and interfacing of microcontrollers (e.g., Arduino, ESP32) for embedded applications. Includes topics like input/output, timers, interrupts, and communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C).
    • Learning Outcomes: Program microcontrollers for specific tasks; interface microcontrollers with sensors and actuators; understand embedded system design principles.
  • EE205: Signals & Systems
    • Description: Introduces continuous and discrete-time signals and systems, Fourier series, Fourier transform, Laplace transform, and Z-transform, providing tools for analyzing electrical and communication systems.
    • Learning Outcomes: Classify different types of signals and systems; apply transforms to analyze system responses.

Semester 4

  • EE206: Power Electronics
    • Description: Covers the principles and applications of power electronic converters, including rectifiers, inverters, choppers, and AC voltage controllers. Emphasis on their role in motor drives, renewable energy systems, and power supplies.
    • Learning Outcomes: Explain the operation of various power electronic converters; analyze their characteristics; understand their applications in modern systems.
  • EE207: Sustainable Energy Systems & Grid Integration
    • Description: Delves deeper into renewable energy technologies (solar PV, wind power) with a focus on grid integration challenges, energy storage systems (batteries), and energy efficiency strategies.
    • Learning Outcomes: Design basic solar PV and wind power systems; understand grid integration requirements for renewables; evaluate energy storage solutions.
  • EE208: Industrial Automation & Robotics Fundamentals
    • Description: Expands on PLCs, SCADA systems, industrial networking, and an introduction to robotic systems, including kinematics, control, and applications in manufacturing.
    • Learning Outcomes: Develop advanced PLC programs; understand SCADA system architectures; explain basic robotic concepts; identify industrial automation trends.
  • EE209: Electrical Project Management & Professional Practice
    • Description: Covers project lifecycle, planning, scheduling, risk management, and budgeting specific to electrical engineering projects. Also addresses professional ethics, intellectual property, and career development.
    • Learning Outcomes: Plan and manage electrical projects; understand ethical responsibilities; develop professional communication skills.
  • EE210: Electrical Engineering Capstone Project
    • Description: A culminating project where students apply integrated knowledge and skills to design, build, and test an electrical engineering system or solution relevant to current industry needs (e.g., a smart home system, a renewable energy prototype, an automated control system). Includes a comprehensive report and presentation.
    • Learning Outcomes: Design and implement a complex electrical engineering project; troubleshoot and optimize systems; present technical findings effectively; work in a project team.