Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communication is an undergraduate level course. The time duration of the course is 3 years, which is offered in 6 successive semesters. The main objective of the course is to provide knowledge to aspirants who can perform well in telecommunication and computer industry. During the first year of the course, students are exposed to basics of electrical and electronics. The fundamental of digital electronics and programming are also covered under the course. Apart from theoretical knowledge, the course study helps candidate in developing skills in practical aspects of electronics and computers.

Advantages or Benefits after Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communication

The course study helps the candidate to develop scientific knowledge in areas of electronic circuit design, electronic equipment manufacturing, in developing communication equipments, etc. By this, the candidate can get in to a rewarding career in electronics and telecommunication sector. Those who are interested in higher studies can go for various higher education programs. Interested candidates in higher studies can go for master level courses in the related sector.

Eligibility required for Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communication

The candidates who have completed their intermediate class studies from a recognized educational institution are eligible to apply for the course. The qualification must be obtained with science as the main subject of study. The marks of the XII class exam acts as the basis of admission to the bachelor level course. Short listed students are called for final interview.

Admission procedure of Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communication

The candidate should visit the official website of the concerned University from where they wish to seek admission. From there the candidate can collect details on the seat availability, course details, application process, and so on. The candidate can send the filled in application through online method. Once the application reaches the destination, the candidate will receive a conformation mail.

Higher studies after Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communication

• M.Sc. (Electronics)
• M.Sc. (Applied Electronics)
• M.Sc. (Electronics & Communication)
• M.Sc. (Electronics and Instrumentation)
• M.Sc. (Electronics and Telecommunication)
• M.Phil (Electronics)
• Ph.D. (Digital Electronics)
• Ph.D. (Electronic Science)
• Ph.D. (Power Electronics)
• Ph.D. (Quantum Electronics)

Colleges offering Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communication

• A.J.K. College of Arts and Science
• C.M.S. College of Science and Commerce
• Cardamom Planters’ Association College
• J.P. College of Arts and Science
• Jairam Arts & Science College
• K.S.G. College of Arts and Science
• K.S.R. College of Arts and Science College
• Karpagam University
• Kumararani Meena Muthiah College of Arts And Science
• Madura College
• Mar Gregorious College
• Muthayammal College of Arts and Science
• Nehru Arts and Science College
• Periyar University
• R.V.S. College of Arts and Science
• Rathnavel Subramaniam College of Arts and Science
• S.N.R. Sons College
• S.R.M. Arts and Science College
• Sankara College of Science and Commerce
• Selvamm Arts and Science College
• Sourashtra College
• Sri Krishna Arts and Science College
• Sri Nagalakshmi Ammal Arts and Science College
• St. Thomas College of Arts and Science
• Theni College of Arts and Science
• V.V. Vanniaperumal College for Women

Course Curriculum of Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communication

Semester I

• Language I
• English I
• Electricity and Basic Electronics
• Allied Mathematics-I

Semester II

• Language II
• English II
• Electromagnetism and AC Circuits
• Allied Mathematics-II
• Main Practical I

Semester III

• Physics of Materials
• Numerical Methods
• Amplifiers and Oscillators
• Allied-I - Basic Physics

Semester IV

• Semiconductor Devices and Integrated Circuits
• Programming in ‘C’
• Digital Electronics
• Allied-II - Basic Physics
• Allied Practical - Basic Physics
• Main Practical-II (A)- Computer Experiments (Internal)
• Main practical – II (B)-Electronics Experiments (External)
• Environmental studies (Theory and Practical)

Semester V

• Microprocessor-I
• Antennas and Wave Propagation
• Communication Electronics
• Data Processing and Personal Computers

Semester VI

• Microprocessor-II
• Television and Video Engineering
• Opto Electronics Electrical and Electronics
• Instrumentation
• Application Oriented Subjects-II
• Main Practical-III
• Main Practical-IV
• Project Work

Text Books on Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communication

• Electricity and Magnetism - M. Narayanamoorthi and Others
• Electricity and Magnetism - R. Murugeshan
• Principles of Electronics - V.K. Mehta
• Basic Electronics - B.L. Theraja
• Electricity and Magnetism - Brijlal & Subrahmanyam, Ratan Prakashan Mandir
• Fundamentals of Electricity and Magnetism - B.D. Duggal & C.L. Chhabra
• Physics, Vol. II - Resnick, Halliday & Krane
• Basic Electronics - B. Grob
• Elements of Electronics - Bagde & Singh
• Allied Mathematics - P.Kandasamy, K.Thilagavathy
• Allied Mathematics Vol I & II by S.P.Rajagopalan and R.Sattanathan
• Allied Mathematics- P.R.Vittal
• Ancillary Mathematics Vol I & II by 4. P.Balasubramanian and K.G.Subramanian
• Solid State Physics  - Gupta & Kumar
• Solid State Physics - S.O. Pillai
• Introduction to Solid State Physics - C. Kittel
• Fundamentals of Solid State Physics - Saxena, Gupta & Saxena, Pragati Prakashan,
• Solid State Physics - Neil W. Aschroft & N. David Mermin
• Introduction to Integrated Electronics - V. Vijayendran, S.Viswanathan
• Electronic Circuits and Systems - Y.N. Bapat
• Electronic Devices and Circuits - G.K. Mithal
• Hand Book of Electronics - Gupta & Kumar
• Electronic Devices and Circuit Theory - R. Boylestad & L. Nashelsky
• Electronic Devices and Circuits - J.P. Agarwal & Amit Agarwal
• Linear Integrated Circuits - D. Roy Choudhury & Shail Jain

Job and career after Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communication

Skilled candidates in electronics can find various career openings in the present job market. Various firms operating in telecommunication are in great need of candidates who have completed their graduation in electronics and communication. Software Engineering/IT is another area where the candidate can search for rewarding jobs. Apart from this, the candidate can find job vacancies under power sector, in hardware manufacturing, etc. Firms involved in designing of electronic circuits and equipments also recruits candidates qualified in electronics. In government sector, the candidate can find job vacancies with organizations like BHEL, BEL, BSNL, SAIL, HAL, etc.

Remuneration after Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communication

The salary package offered for electronics graduates may depend on the organization and the nature of work. Those who get in to governmental organizations can expect basic salary with in the range of Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 20, 000/- per month. In private sector organizations, these professionals can expect salary with in the range of Rs. 8000/- to Rs. 15,000/- in the initial stage. Software sector offers higher salary packages when compared to those mentioned above. This also depends on the job designation and the level of responsibility of the job position.