BS Electrical Engineering Technology

Introduction

Electrical Engineering Technology involves the study of machines, equipment, and systems related to electricity. The Department of Electrical Engineering at Ziauddin University, North Nazimabad, Karachi, offers a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical Engineering Technology, typically spanning four years (8 semesters) as an evening programme. This programme is approved by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and accredited by the National Technology Council (NTC).

Mission

To provide an environment to enhance and groom the young generation to become technologists with excellence.

Eligibility Criteria

HSSC (Pre-Engineering / Computer Science), A-level, or DAE (in Electrical/Electronics or a relevant trade) with 50% marks and above.

Scope and Opportunities

An Electrical Engineering Technology Graduate is capable of:

  • Developing electrical products, conducting electrical system testing, engaging in technical sales, and providing field service
  • They get employed by electrical power generation and transmission companies, construction firms, and manufacturing industries

Career Prospects

BS Electrical Engineering Technology opens up a wide range of career prospects for graduates, such as Electrical Technologist, Electronics Technician, Control System Technician, Power System Technician, Automation Technician, Instrumentation Technician, Telecommunications Technician, Field Service Technician.

BS Electrical Engineering Technology Fee Structure

 BSc EET Fee Structure Total (PKR)
 Admission (One Time Only) 15,000
 Security Deposit (One Time Only and Refundable) 5,000
 Monthly (payable each month for the duration of studies) 8,500
 Total (1st Month) 28,500

Note:

The University reserves the right to modify the fees (if required). Fees once deposited is non-refundable, except security deposit. Application processing fee PKR2500 is applicable.

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PEO 1: To nurture graduates with comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience, leading them towards successful careers as electrical technologists.

PEO 2: To equip graduates with the ability to demonstrate technical expertise and effective communication skills for addressing engineering technology problems of broad scope.

PEO 3: To cultivate graduates who apply ethical and professional standards, while also embracing an entrepreneurial spirit that contributes to the socioeconomic advancement of society.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

PLO 1: ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY KNOWLEDGE:

An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, Engineering Technology fundamentals and Engineering Technology specialization to defined and applied Engineering Technology procedures, processes, systems or methodologies.

PLO 2: PROBLEM ANALYSIS:

An ability to Identify, formulate, research literature and analyze broadly-defined Engineering Technology problems reaching substantiated conclusions using analytical tools appropriate to the discipline or area of specialization.

PLO 3: DESIGN/DEVELOPMENT OF SOLUTIONS:

An ability to design solutions for broadly- defined Engineering Technology problems and contribute to the design of systems, components or processes to meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.

PLO 4: INVESTIGATION:

An ability to conduct investigations of broadly-defined problems; locate, search and select relevant data from codes, data bases and literature, design and conduct experiments to provide valid conclusions.

PLO 5: MODERN TOOL USAGE:

An ability to Select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern technology and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to broadly-defined Engineering Technology problems, with an understanding of the limitations.

PLO 6: THE ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST AND SOCIETY: An ability to demonstrate understanding of the societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to Engineering Technology practice and solutions to broadly defined Engineering Technology problems.

PLO 7: ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY:

An ability to understand and evaluate the sustainability and impact of Engineering Technology work in the solution of broadly defined Engineering Technology problems in societal and environmental contexts.

PLO 8: ETHICS:

Understand and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of Engineering Technology practice.

PLO 9: INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM WORK:

An ability to Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams. 

PLO 10: COMMUNICATION:

An ability to communicate effectively on broadly defined Engineering Technology activities with the Engineering Technologist community and with society at large, by being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.

PLO 11: PROJECT MANAGEMENT:

An ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Engineering Technology management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member or leader in a team and to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.

PLO 12: LIFELONG LEARNING:

An ability to recognize the need for, and have the ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in specialist Engineering Technologies.

 

First Year

Semester I

Semester II

Code

CourseCr. Hrs. CodeCourseCr. Hrs.

ELH-111

Islamic Studies3+0ELH-121Pakistan Studies3+0
ELH-112Social EthicsELQ-121Differential Equations

2+0

ELE-111

Communication Skills3+0ELN-122TNumerical Analysis2+0
ELQ-111Calculus & Analytical Geometry2+0ELN-122LNumerical Analysis

0+1

ELN-112T

Applied Physics2+0ELM-121Project Management3+0
ELN-112LApplied Physics0+1ELC-121TComputer Programming

2+0

ELC-111T

Information and Communication Technology2+0ELC-121LComputer Programming0+1
ELC-111LInformation and Communication Technology0+1ELT-121TLinear Circuit Analysis

2+0

ELT-111

Electrical Workshop0+2ELT-121LLinear Circuit Analysis0+1
 TOTAL12+4=16ELT-122Environment, Health and Safety

1+0

     

TOTAL

15+3=18

                       

Second Year

Semester III

Semester IV

Code

CourseCr. Hrs. CodeCourseCr. Hrs.

ELH-211

Professional Ethics3+0ELT-221TInstrumentation and Measurements2+0
ELE-211Technical Report Writing3+0ELT-221LInstrumentation and Measurements

0+1

ELQ-211

Linear Algebra2+0ELT-222TElectrical Machines2+0
ELT-211Technical Drawing0+1ELT-222LElectrical Machines

0+1

ELT-212T

Electronic Devices and Circuits2+0ELT-223TSignals and Systems2+0
ELT-212LElectronic Devices and Circuits0+1ELT-223LSignals and Systems

0+1

ELT-213T

Logic Circuits and Applications

2+0ELT-224TMicro-Controller Systems2+0
ELT-213LLogic Circuits and Applications0+1ELT-224LMicro-Controller Systems

0+1

ELT-214T

Electrical Network Analysis

2+0ELT-225TElectrical Power Transmission2+0
ELT-214LElectrical Network Analysis0+1ELT-225LElectrical Power Transmission

0+1

 

TOTAL

14+4=18 ELI-221TBasic Mechanical Technology1+0
    ELI-221LBasic Mechanical Technology

0+1

     

TOTAL

11+6=17

 

Third Year

Semester V

Semester VI

Code

CourseCr. Hrs. CodeCourse

Cr. Hrs.

 

ELT-311T

Control Technology2+0 ELM-321Entrepreneurship

3+0

 

ELT-311L

Control Technology0+1 ELT-321TRenewable and Alternative Energy Technologies2+0 
ELT-312TCommunication Systems2+0 ELT-321LRenewable and Alternative Energy Technologies

0+1

 

ELT-312L

Communication Systems0+1 ELT-322TSmart Grid Technology2+0 
ELT-313TElectrical Power Distribution and Utilization2+0 ELT-322L

Smart Grid Technology

0+1 

ELT-313L

Electrical Power Distribution and Utilization0+1 ELT-323TSensor Networks2+0 
ELT-314TSwitchgear and Protective Devices Technology2+0 ELT-323LSensor Networks

0+1

 

ELT-314L

Switchgear and Protective Devices Technology0+1 ELI-321TBasic Civil Engineering1+0 
ELT-315TIndustrial Drives and PLC2+0 ELI-321LBasic Civil Engineering

0+1

 

ELT-315L

Industrial Drives and PLC0+1 ELT-324Final Year Project – II0+3 
ELT-316Final Year Project – I0+3  TOTAL

10+7=17

 
 

TOTAL

10+8=18

     

 

Fourth Year

Semester VII

Semester VIII

Code

CourseCr. Hrs. CodeCourseCr. Hrs.
ELT-411Supervised Industrial Training – I0+16 ELT-421Supervised Industrial Training – II

0+16

 

TOTAL

0+16=16  TOTAL

0+16=16

 

Total Credit Hrs.136

LIST OF ELECTIVES

 

Social Sciences

CodeCourse

Cr. Hrs.

ELH-211

Professional Ethics3+0
ELH-212Organizational Behavior

3+0

ELH-213

Sociology for Technologist3+0

ELH-214

Critical Thinking

3+0

ELH-215Professional Psychology

3+0

 

Management Sciences

Code

Course

Cr. Hrs.

ELM-121Project Management

3+0

ELM-122

Economics3+0
ELM-321Entrepreneurship

3+0

ELM-322

Leadership and Personal Grooming

3+0

 

Natural Sciences

CodeCourse

Cr. Hrs.

ELN-122T

Numerical Analysis2+0
ELN-122LNumerical Analysis

0+1

 

 

Breadth Electives

CodeCourse

Cr. Hrs.

ELT-225T

Electrical Power Transmission2+0
ELT-225LElectrical Power Transmission

0+1

ELT-313T

Electrical Power Distribution and Utilization2+0
ELT-313LElectrical Power Distribution and Utilization

0+1

 

Depth Electives

CodeCourse

Cr. Hrs.

ELT-314T

Switchgear and Protective Devices Technology2+0
ELT-314LSwitchgear and Protective Devices Technology

0+1

ELT-315T

Industrial Drives and PLC2+0
ELT-315LIndustrial Drives and PLC

0+1

ELT-321T

Renewable and Alternative Energy Technologies2+0
ELT-321LRenewable and Alternative Energy Technologies

0+1

ELT-322T

Smart Grid Technology2+0
ELT-322LSmart Grid Technology

0+1

ELT-323T

Sensor Networks2+0
ELT-323LSensor Networks

0+1

 

 

Interdisciplinary Technology Electives (IDTE)

CodeCourse

Cr. Hrs.

ELI-221T

Basic Mechanical Technology1+0
ELI-221LBasic Mechanical Technology

0+1

ELI-321T

Basic Civil Engineering1+0
ELI-321LBasic Civil Engineering

0+1