Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering
*1. Program Objectives*
- Equip students with advanced technical skills in electrical engineering for industrial, commercial, and renewable energy applications.
- Develop expertise in modern electrical systems, automation, and smart technologies.
- Prepare graduates for roles such as electrical design technician, automation engineer, or power systems specialist.
*2. Core Modules*
*Term 1: Fundamental Skills*
- *Advanced Circuit Analysis & Design*
- AC/DC networks, transient analysis, three-phase systems, and power factor correction.
- *Electrical Machines & Drives*
- Operation and control of transformers, induction motors, synchronous machines, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
- *Digital Electronics & Microcontrollers*
- Logic design, PLC programming (Allen-Bradley/Siemens), and embedded systems (Arduino/Raspberry Pi).
*Term 2: Specialized Systems*
- *Power Systems & Distribution*
- Grid infrastructure, load flow analysis, fault calculations, and protection systems (relays, circuit breakers).
- *Industrial Automation & Control Systems*
- SCADA, PID controllers, HMI design, and industrial networking (Modbus, Profibus).
- *Renewable Energy Systems*
- Solar PV/wind energy integration, battery storage, and grid-tied inverter systems.
*Term 3: Advanced Applications*
- *Power Electronics & Converters*
- Design of rectifiers, inverters, and DC-DC converters for industrial applications.
- *Smart Grid Technologies & IoT*
- Smart meters, demand-side management, and IoT-enabled energy monitoring.
- *Electrical Safety & Compliance*
- NEC/IEC standards, arc flash hazard analysis, and workplace safety protocols.
*3. Electives (Choose 2–3)*
- *Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Systems*
- *Advanced PLC Programming & Robotics*
- *Energy Auditing & Management*
- *Instrumentation & Process Control*
- *Building Electrical Systems Design*
- *High-Voltage Engineering*
*4. Practical Components*
- *Laboratory Work*
- Motor control wiring, PLC ladder logic programming, solar panel testing, and power quality analysis.
- *Capstone Project*
- Design and implement a real-world electrical system (e.g., automated industrial process, microgrid design).
- *Industry Internship (Optional)*
- 8–12 weeks with electrical contractors, utilities, or automation firms.
*5. Software & Tools Training*
- *CAD & Simulation*: AutoCAD Electrical, MATLAB/Simulink, ETAP (power systems).
- *Automation Tools*: Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Automation Studio 5000.
- *Renewable Energy Design*: PVsyst, HOMER Pro.
*6. Assessment Methods*
- *Core Modules*: Exams (30%), lab reports (30%), projects (30%), participation (10%).
- *Capstone Project*: Proposal (20%), prototype/testing (40%), final presentation (40%).
- *Electives*: Case studies, simulations, and technical reports.
*7. Professional Development*
- *Workshops*
- Certifications in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens S7), AutoCAD Electrical, or OSHA safety standards.
- *Industry Seminars*
- Guest lectures on trends like Industry 4.0, smart cities, and decarbonization.
*8. Prerequisites*
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering or related field (e.g., mechatronics, electronics).
- Foundational knowledge of electrical circuits, mathematics, and basic programming.