B. Tech. (Bachelor of Technology) in Computer and Communication Engineering

B. Tech. (Bachelor of Technology) in Computer and Communication Engineering is a program offered by the School of Engineering, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham.

Program Educational Objectives

The B.Tech programme in Computer and Communication Engineering aims,

• To impart an understanding of computational aspects of communication engineering built on a foundation of mathematics and physical sciences.
• To develop core competency on communication engineering and diverse applications with an exposure to cutting-edge technologies spanning signal processing, computer architecture, embedded computing, Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence.
• To impart design expertise with a hands-on approach using modern engineering tools tailored for career opportunities in domain specific industries and higher education.
• To inculcate professional practice imbibing ethics, leadership and entrepreneurship qualities ensuing socio-economic growth in the larger interest.

Course Outcome (CO)

Statements that describe what students are expected to know, and are able to do at the end of each course. These relate to the skills, knowledge and behaviour that students acquire in their progress through the course.

Program Outcomes (POs)

Engineering Graduates will be able to:

• PO1:  Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering fundamentals to the solution of complex engineering problems in the field of computing and communication.
• PO2:  Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze problems in computing and communication, reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences.
• PO3:  Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
• PO4:  Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions in the field of computing and communication.
• PO5:  Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, modeling and simulation tools applicable to the field of computing and communication engineering.
• PO6:  The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice.
• PO7:  Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.
• PO8:  Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics, responsibilities and norms pertaining to the field of computing and communication.
• PO9:  Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
• PO10: Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
• PO11: Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
• PO12: Life-long learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.

Program Specific Outcomes (PSO)

• PSO1: Able to design, develop and analyze systems in signal processing, computer architecture, embedded computing, Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence.
• PSO2: Able to demonstrate competency in research and innovations.

Program Outcomes for Engineering

1. Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
2. Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
3. Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
4. Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.
5. Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modeling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.
6. The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice.
7. Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.
8. Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice.
9. Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
10. Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
11. Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
12. Life-long learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.

Curriculum