Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering

The field of electronics and communication engineering involves developing and testing electronic circuits and communication devices such as transmitters, receivers, and integrated circuits. In this domain, engineers often need to use the principles of digital and analogue transmission. As part of this field of engineering, engineers also work with microprocessors, solid-state devices, satellite communication tools, circuits, and electronic devices. The department is having a good infrastructure and resource to cater to the needs of the student to achieve our vision. The outcome based education (OBE) system is followed at the department

Vision

To produce professionally competent, ethically sound and socially responsible Electronics and Communication Engineers.

Mission

M1: Provide excellent infrastructure and lab facilities for quality education.

M2: Promote industry-academic interactions to keep up with technological advancements.

M3: Develop interpersonal skills and social responsibility among students through project-based and team-based learning.

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEO)

Graduates of B. Tech ECE program after graduation will:
PEO1: Exemplify technical competence in designing, analyzing, testing and fabricating
electronic circuits.

PEO2: Acquire leadership qualities, rapport, communication skills in the organization and adapt to changing professional and societal needs.

PEO3: Work effectively as individuals and as team members in multidisciplinary projects

PROGRAM SPECIFIC OUTCOMES (PSO)

PSO1: Define, design, implement, model, and test electronic circuits and systems that perform signal processing functions.

PSO2: Segregate and select appropriate technologies for implementation of a modern communication system.

Program Outcomes (POs)

Engineering Graduates will be able to:

PO1 Engineering Knowledge: Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, computing, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization as specified in WK1 to WK4 respectively to develop to the solution of complex engineering problems.

PO2 Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions with consideration for sustainable development. (WK1 to WK4)

PO3 Design/Development of Solutions: Design creative solutions for complex engineering problems and design/develop systems/components/processes to meet identified needs with consideration for the public health and safety, whole-life cost, net zero carbon, culture, society and environment as required. (WK5)

PO4 Conduct Investigations of Complex Problems: Conduct investigations of complex engineering problems using research-based knowledge including design of experiments, modelling, analysis & interpretation of data to provide valid conclusions. (WK8).

PO5 Engineering Tool Usage: Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources and modern engineering & IT tools, including prediction and modelling recognizing their limitations to solve complex engineering problems. (WK2 and WK6).

PO6 The Engineer and The World: Analyze and evaluate societal and environmental aspects while solving complex engineering problems for its impact on sustainability with reference to economy, health, safety, legal framework, culture and environment. (WK1, WK5, and WK7).

PO7 Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics, human values, diversity and inclusion; adhere to national & international laws. (WK9).

PO 8 Individual and Collaborative Team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse/multi-disciplinary teams.

PO9 Communication: Communicate effectively and inclusively within the engineering community and society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations considering cultural, language, and learning differences.

PO10 Project Management and Finance: Apply knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and economic decision-making and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, and to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.

PO11 Life-Long Learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability for i) independent and life-long learning ii) adaptability to new and emerging technologies and iii) critical thinking in the broadest context of technological change. (WK8)

DEPARTMENT ADVISORY BOARD

Dr. Peethambaran K M    Chairman
Principal,  St. Thomas College of Engineering and Technology 
Sivapuram, Mattanur, Kannur 

Er. Rijo Thomas  Jose   Management Representative
CEO,  St. Thomas College of Engineering and Technology
Sivapuram, Mattanur, Kannur 

Mr.Nithin C    Convener 
Assistant Professor and HOD,
St. Thomas College of Engineering and Technology
Sivapuram, Mattanur, Kannur

Mr. Manu Thomas   Co-Convener 
Department of ECE
St. Thomas College of Engineering and Technology
Sivapuram, Mattanur, Kannur                     

Mr.Vibin Kumar V B      Industry Member 
Junior Engineer, Core Network
Transmission, BSNL,Aluva

Mr.Kathiru Santhikumar    Industrial Member
Chief technical officer, ThinkFoTech
Innovations, Kinfra park, Kannur

Dr.Rajeesh J     Academic Member
Professor, Department of ECE,
College of Engineering, Kidangoor

Mr.Arun Varghese     Academic Member
Associate professor
Department of ECE
GEC, Wayanad

Ms.Primiya Prabhakaran      Alumni Member
Junior Software Test Engineer,
SLK software services pvt.ltd. Bangalore

 

PROGRAM ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE

Mr. Nithin C (HOD ECE Dept) - Chairman

Mr. Manu Thomas (Assistant professor ECE Dept) - Program Coordinator

Ms. Sreetha Sreedhar K.  (Assistant professor ECE Dept) - Stream Coordinator

Ms. Athira V.  (Assistant professor ECE Dept) - DQAC Coordinator

Ms. Arya C.  (Assistant professor ECE Dept) - Faculty advisor

Mr. Samanyu N Jils (Student (2023-27 batch)) - Student Representative

 

Special Interest Groups

The department has following special interest groups

  • Embedded Systems

Promoters: Asst. Prof. Manu Thomas 

  • Signal Processing

Promoters: Asst. Prof. Athira V

Highlights

  • Highly qualified, experienced & dedicated faculty.
  • Excellent infrastructure & facilities
  • Excellent Placements.
  • Invited Lecture Series providing the platform for distinguished speakers to interact with students.
  • High-quality laboratory facilities with advanced Microwave and Digital Labs.
  • Fully automated library and subscription to quality online/ print journals.
  • Regular Industrial tours & visits.
  • Value-Added programmes & personality development programmes on offer.

Courses

  • Embedded system & VLSI design
  • Microprocessors & Microcontrollers
  • Digital Signal Processing
  • Control System
  • Applied Electromagnetic Theory
  • Analog and Digital Communication
  • Network Theory
  • Solid State Devices
  • Analog and Digital Electronics

Lab Instructors

  • Ms. VIJINA K (Lab Instructor)
  • Mrs. SINDHU K (Lab Instructor)
  • Ms. SHIMNA A (Lab Instructor)

Labs

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This lab equips students with practical knowledge of microwave components and optical communication techniques. It bridges theoretical concepts with real-time applications in high-frequency and optical domains.

Faculty In charge: Ms. Arsha C Dinesh (Assitant Professor)

Technical Staff: Ms. Vijina K.

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The lab helps students design, simulate, and implement synchronous and asynchronous digital circuits. It builds a strong foundation for digital system design and logic applications.

Faculty In charge: Mr. Manu Thomas (Assistant Professor)

Technical Staff: Ms. Sindhu K.

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Students learn programming, interfacing, and system development using various microprocessors and microcontrollers. The lab emphasizes hands-on skills for embedded system applications.

Faculty In-charge: Ms. Arya C. (Assitant Professor)

Technical Staff: Ms. Sindhu K.

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This lab provides exposure to analog and digital communication experiments alongside fundamental electronic circuit design. It strengthens the core understanding of signal transmission and electronic devices.

Faculty In-charge: Ms. Sreetha Sreedhar K. (Assistant Professor)

Technical Staff: Ms. Shimna A.

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A dedicated space for students to conceptualize and execute innovative projects. It nurtures creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Faculty In charge: Mr. Nithin C (Assistant Professor)

Technical Staff: Ms.Vijina K.

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The lab introduces advanced software tools for designing and analyzing electronic circuits and systems. It allows students to validate ideas before hardware implementation.

Faculty In-charge: Ms. Athira V (Assistant Professor)

Technical Staff: Ms. Shimna A.

 

Innovative Practices

Student Projects