S8 EC CUSAT Syllabus

CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VIII
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EE 801 ELECTRICAL MACHINE DESIGN
Module I
D C Machines:- Output equation – main dimensions choice of specific electro magnetic
loadings – choice of speed and number of poles. Design of armature conductors, slots and
windings – design of airgap,field system, commutator,interpoles,compensating winding
and brushes – Carter’s co-efficient – real and apparent flux density. Design examples.
Module II
Transformers; - Single phase and Three phase transformers – output equation - main
dimensions – specific electric and magnetic loadings – design of core, LV winding, HV
winding – cooling of transformers – design of cooling tank and tubes. Temperature rise
time curve – short time and continuous rating.
Module III
Alternators:- Salient pole and turbo alternators – output equation – main dimensions –
choice of specific electric and magnetic loadings – choice of speed and number of poles –
design of armature conductors, slots and winding – design of air-gap, field system and
damper winding – prediction of open circuit characteristics and regulation of the alternator
based on design data – design examples.
Module IV
Induction machines:- Output equation – main dimensions – choice of specific electric
and magnetic loadings – design of stator and rotor windings, stator and rotor slots and airgap
of slip ring and squirrel cage motors – calculation of rotor bar and end ring currents in
cage rotor – calculation of equivalent circuit parameters and prediction of magnetising
current based on design data – design examples.
Reference:
Clayton & Hancock - Performance and Design of DC Machines, ELBS.
Sawhney - Electrical Machine Design, Dhanapath Rai.
Say M.G - Performance and Design of AC Machines, Pitman, ELBS.
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to answer
either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VIII
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EE 802: POWER SYSTEMS III
Module I
Circuit breakers – principles of operation – different types and their operations – ABCB –
oil CB – SFC – vacuum CB- circuit breaker ratings – cause of over voltages – surges and
traveling waves – voltage waves on loss less line – reflection and attenuation – protection
against lightning – earth wires – lightning diverters – surge absorbers- arcing ground –
neutral earthing – basic concepts of insulation levels and their selection – BIL –
coordination of insulation.
Module II
Protective relays – protective zones – requirement of protective relaying – different types
of relays and their applications – generalized theory of relays – protection scheme for
generator – transformers, lines and bus bars - static relays amplitude and phase
comparators – block diagrams of static relays – protection scheme for generators –
transformers, lines and bus bars – microprocessor based protective relaying.
Module III
Electric traction: systems of traction – speed time curve – mechanics of traction – power
supply – systems of current collection – electric heating – advantage of electric heating –
resistance and induction are furnaces – construction and field of application of dielectric
heating.
Module IV
Energy conservation in electric motors – lighting and electric heating systems – electrical
energy auditing – instrumentation and general methodology – power quality problems –
definitions – harmonics – sources – effects – total harmonic distortion (THD) – mitigation
methods – passive filter design.
Reference:
Rao S.S - Switch Gear protections, Khanna.
Thomas & Browne Jr - Circuit Interruption – Theory and Techniques.
Soni, Gupta & Bhatnagar - A Course in Electrical Power, Dhanapat Rai.
Van.C Warrington A.R - Protective Relays Vol.1 & 2, Chappman & Hall.
Mason C.R - Art and Science of Protective Relaying, Wiley Eastern.
Ravindranath, Chander.M - Power System Protection and Switchgear, Wiley
Eastern.
Haydt G.T - Electric Power Quality, Stars in circle publications.
Kazibwe W.E & Sendula M.H.- Electric Power Quality.
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to answer
either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VIII
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EE 803 ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTATION
Module I
Transducers – definitions – classifications – resistance transducers- strains gauge – types –
construction – temperature effect - circuitry, semi conductor strain gauge – load cell.
Resistance thermo meter – types – circuits – errors. Themistor – advantage of themistor.
Inductive transducers – LVDT – applications – LVDT load cell – LVDT pressure
transducer – resolver – capacitive transducer – principle of operation – applications –
capacitor microphone.
Piezoelectric transducer – materials – equivalent circuit – d, g, h, coefficients –
thermocouple – principle – applications – magnetostrictive transducers – materials,
applications, Hall effect transducer – application – elastic transducers (brief study) –
Bourdon tubes – diaphragms – Bellows – Fibre Optics transducers – digital transducers –
shaft encoder.
Module II
Signal conditioning – instrumentation amplifiers – differential amplifiers – filters – law
and high pass, band pass and band rejection filters –transducer bridges – null type and
deflection bridges – AC bridges using push pull transducers – general telemetry systems –
sampling process – principles of time division and frequency division multiplexing,
different types of modulation techniques as applied to telemetry (general idea)
Module III
Instrumentations systems – basic measuring systems – analog and digital data acquisition
systems – generalized input-output configuration of measuring systems – dynamic
characteristics.
Digital instruments – operating principles of DVM using successive approximation – V/F
conversion and integrating principles – counter digital method for frequency, phase, time
and period measurements – digital RLC meters – Q-meter – vector impedance meter –
electronic multimeter.
Module IV
Display methods and devices – different types of display – display system building blocks –
recorders – galvanometric recorders-pen driving systems – servo recorders – magnetic
recorders – digital recorders – accuracy and precision – classification errors- combined
errors etc.
Text Book
1. A.K Sawhney - A course in electrical and electronic measurements and
Instrumentation, Dhanapath Rai & Co. 2001 eddition.
2. Ernest O.Doeblin - Measurements systems application & design, McGraw Hill
International edition 1984.
3. Albert D. Helfric & William D. Cooper - Modern Electronic Instrumentation &
Measurements Techniques (Prentice Hall)
4. Dr. S. Renganathan - Transducers Engineering ( Allied Publishers Ltd. Delhi
5. K.B Kalaasen - Electronic measurement and instrumentation, Cambridge
University press 1996.
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of four
modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to answer
either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VIII
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CS/EC/EE/EI 804A DIGITAL IMAGE PROCESSING
Module I
Digital image fundamentals: representation - elements of visual perception - simple image
formation model - Image sampling and quantization - basic relationships between pixels – imaging
geometry.
Review of matrix theory results: Row and column ordering - Toeplitz, Circulant and Block
matrices. Review of Image transforms: 2D-DFT, FFT, Walsh, Hadamard, Haar, DCT and Wavelet
transforms.
Module II
Image enhancement: Spatial domain methods: point processing - intensity transformations,
histogram processing, image subtraction, image averaging; Spatial filtering- smoothing filters,
sharpening filters. Frequency domain methods: low pass filtering, high pass filtering,
homomorphic filtering. Generation of spatial masks from frequency domain specifications.
Image segmentation: Detection of discontinuities - point, line and edge and combined detection ,
Edge linking and boundary description - local and global processing using Hough transform –
Thresholding - Region oriented segmentation - basic formulation, region growing by pixel
aggregation, region splitting and merging - Use of motion in segmentation. Fundamentals of
Representation and Description.
Module III
Image restoration: Degradation model - Diagonalization of circulant and Block circulant
matrices - Algebraic approaches - Inverse filtering - Wiener filter - Constrained Least squares
restoration - Interactive restoration - Geometric transformations.
Fundamentals of Colour image processing: colour models - RGB, CMY, YIQ, HIS - Pseudo
color image processing - intensity slicing, gray level to color transformation.
Module IV
Image compression: fundamentals- redundancy: coding, inter pixel, psycho visual, fidelity
criteria, Models, Elements of information theory, Error free compression- variable length, bit
plane, lossless predictive, Lossy compression- lossy predictive, transform coding. Fundamentals
of JPEG, MPEG & Fractal image compression techniques.
Text Book:
1. Gonzalez and Woods, Digital Image Processing, Pearson Education/ Prentice-Hall India
Ltd., 2nd ed.
References:
1. Anil K. Jain, Fundamentals of Digital Image Processing, Pearson Education/ PHI Ltd,
2003.
2. Mark Nelson, Jean-Loup Gailly, The Data compression Book, BPB Publications, 2nd ed.
3. Pratt William K., Digital Image Processing, John Wiley & sons, 2nd ed.
4. Chanda & Majumdar, Digital Image Processing and Analysis, Prentice-Hall India Ltd,
2003.
5 M. Sonka, V. Hlavac, R. Boyle, Image Processing, Analysis and Machine Vision,
Thomson Learning, 2006
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VIII
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EE 804 (B) RENEWABLE SOURCES OF ENERGY
Module I
Renewable and non-renewable sources of energy – brief review of conventional sources
of energy – energy production and world energy consumption – green house effect and
global warming. Solar energy option. Thermal conversion – design fabrication and
performance of flat plate collectors – description of solar thermal devices (stills water
heater, furnaces cookers and refrigerators) – Solar thermal power generation systems –
thermal storage.
Module II
Photovoltaic conversion – conceptual description of photo voltaic effect – electrical
characteristic of silicon PV cells and modules – solar cell material and prospects –
Instruments for measurement of solar radiation – Empirical equations for predicting
availability of solar radiation.
Module III
Wind energy – wind turbines – Horizontal axis and vertical axis with turbines – Power and
energy from wind turbines – wind characteristics. Energy from oceans: wave energy –
Physical principles – wave characteristics and wave power – wave energy technology. –
fixed devices – floating devices
Module IV
Biomes – classification – biomass – conversion process – application – ocean thermal
energy conversion systems – Tidal & wave power application – fuel cells – types – losses
in fuel cell - application – MHD generators – application of MHD generation - micro and
mini hybrid power.
References:
Renewable energy sources – John W, Twidell & Antony D. Wier – ELBS Publication
Renewable Energy - Power for sustainable Future – Edited by Godfrey Boyle – Oxford
University Press in association with the Open University, 1996.
Applied solar Energy - Meinel A B and Meinel MP, Addison Wesley Publications.
Renewable and Novel energy sources – SL Sah, MI Publications, New Delhi, 1995.
Direct Energy Conversion – George Sutton – McGraw hill Publications.
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to answer
either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VIII
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EE 804 C : FLEXIBLE AC TRANSMISSION
Module 1
FACTS concepts and general system considerations: Power flow in AC systems -
Definition of FACTS - Power flow control -Constraints of maximum transmission line
loading - Benefits of FACTS Transmission line compensation- Uncompensated line -
shunt compensation - Series compensation -Phase angle control.
Module 2
Static shunt compensators: SVC and STATCOM - Operation and control of TSC, TCR
and STATCOM - Compensator control - Comparison between SVC and STATCOM.
Static series compensation: TSSC, SSSC -Static voltage and phase angle regulators -
TCVR and TCPAR- Operation and Control -Applications.
Module 3
Unified Power Flow Controller: Circuit Arrangement, Operation and control of UPFCBasic
Principle of P and Q control- independent real and reactive power flow control-
Applications - Introduction to interline power flow controller.
Module 4
Special purpose FACTS controllers - Thyristor controlled voltage limiter - Thyristor
controlled voltage regulator - Thyristor controlled braking resistor - Thyristor controlled
current limiter-
Custom Power - Compensation Devices - STS - SSC - SVR -Backup energy supply devices
Reference Books:
1. N.G. Hingorani, L. Gyugyi, “Understanding FACTS: Concepts and Technology of
Flexible AC Transmission Systems”, IEEE Press Book, Standard Publishers and
Distributors, Delhi, 2001.
2. R. Sreeram Kumar (Ed) “Lecture Notes on Flexible AC Transmission Systems
(FACTS)”. Institution of Engineers (India), Calicut Local Centre, 2003.
3. K.S.Sureshkumar, S.Ashok , “FACTS Controllers & Applications”, E-book edition,
Nalanda Digital Library, NIT Calicut,2003
4. T.J.E. Miller. “Reactive Power Control in Electric Systems”, JohnWiley & Sons, 1984.
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to answer
either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VIII
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EB/EE 804(D) VLSI DESIGN
Module I.
VLSI process integration: - fundamental considerations in IC processing - NMOS and PMOS IC
technology - CMOS IC technology - BiCMOS IC technology. - GaAs technology. Ion
implantation in IC fabrication. The MOS device - (n - channel & p- channel) - capacitance of
MOS structure - accumulation, depletion and inversion, threshold voltage, current equations -
characteristics, channel pinch-off. Second order MOS device effects : short-channel effect, narrow
width effect, sub-threshold current, device saturation characteristics.
Module II.
Switch logic- pass transistors and transmission gates, Gate logic-The basic inverter using NMOScircuit
- current equations - pull up to pull down ratio- transfer characteristics- Alternate forms of
pull up. Basic NAND, NOR circuits. The CMOS inverter, characteristics – NAND, NOR and
compound circuits using CMOS. Other forms of CMOS logic : pseudo CMOS, CMOS domino
logic, n-p logic. Layout design of static MOS circuits – Layout rules - general principles & steps
of lay-out design - use of stick diagrams - design rules - Layout examples of NAND and NOR.
Module III.
Basic circuit concepts: sheet resistance, area capacitance, delay unit, inverter delays – driving
large capacitive loads, cascaded inverters, super buffers, BiCMOS drivers . Combinational circuits
- clocked sequential circuit - drivers for bus lines. Scaling of MOS circuits: scaling models and
scaling factors for device parameters.
Module IV.
Timing issues in VLSI system design: timing classification- synchronous timing basics – skew
and jitter- latch based clocking- self timed circuit design - self timed logic, completion signal
generation, self timed signaling–synchronizers and arbiters.
Text Books
Douglas A Pucknell, Kamran Eshraghian , Basic VLSI Design, P HI
Jan M. Rabaey, A. Chandrakasan, B. Nikolic Digital Integrated Circuits- A Design perspective
2/e, Pearson education
References
Thomas E. Dillinger , VLSI Engineering , PH International editions.
S M Sze, VLSI Technology,PHI
Weste and Eshraghian, Principles of CMOS VLSI Design ,A Systems Perspective,2/e, Pearson
Education.
Mead & Conway , Introduction to VLSI System Design-Addison Wesley
Fabricius, Introduction to VLSI Design,Pearson
Charles H Roth Jr – Fundamentals of Logic Design 4 Ed, Jaico Publishers
Wayne Wolf:Modeern VLSI Design Systems on Chip-Pearson Education,2nd ed.,
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of four
modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to answer
either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VIII
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EE 805 PROJECT WORK
Each batch of students shall develop the project designed during the VII semester. The
implementation phase shall proceed as follows:
For hardware projects, practical verification of the design, PCB design, fabrication,
design analysis and testing shall be done.
For software projects, a proper front end (GUI) if applicable, shall be designed. A
detailed algorithm level implementation, test data selection, validation, analysis of
outputs and necessary trial run shall be done.
Integration of hardware and software, if applicable, shall be carried out.
A detailed project report in the prescribed format shall be submitted at the end of the
semester. All test results and relevant design and engineering documentation shall
be included in the report.
The work shall be reviewed and evaluated periodically
The final evaluation of the project shall be done by a team of minimum 3 internal examiners
including the project guide and shall include the following.
Presentation of the work
Oral examination
Demonstration of the project against design specifications
Quality and content of the project report
Guidelines for evaluation:
Regularity and progress of work 30
Work knowledge and Involvement 100
End semester presentation and oral examination 50
Level of completion and demonstration of
functionality/specifications 70
Project Report – Presentation style and content 50
Total 300 marks
Note: Points (i) and (ii) to be evaluated by the respective project guide and the project
coordinator based on continuous evaluation. (iii)-(v) to be evaluated by the final evaluation team
comprising of 3 internal examiners including the project guide.
EE 806 VIVA-VOCE
Each student is required to appear for a viva-voce examination at the end of the complete course
work. The students shall produce the seminar report and project reports duly attested by the
institutional authorities, before the examiners. The examination panel shall comprise of one
internal examiner and one external examiner, both appointed by the University. The examiners
shall evaluate the students in terms of their conceptual grasp of the course of study and
practical/analysis skills in the field.

S7 EC CUSAT Syllabus

CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VII
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CS/EB/EC/EE/EI/IT 701 INDUSTRIAL ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT
Module 1
Organisation: Introduction, definition of organization, system approach applied to
organization, necessity of organization, elements of organization, process of
organization, principles of organization, formal and informal organization, organization
structure, types of organization structure .
Forms of business organization: Concept of ownership organization, types of ownership.
Individual ownership, partnership, joint stock Company, private and public limited
company, co-operative organizations, state ownership, public corporation
Module 2
Basic concept of management: Introduction, definitions of management, characteristics
of management, levels of management, management skills
Management theory: Scientific management, contribution of Gilbreth. Gantt, Neoclassical
theory, modern management theories
Functions of management: Planning, forecasting, organizing, staffing, directing,
motivating, controlling, co-coordinating, communicating, decision making.
Module 3
Personnel management: Introduction, definition, objectives, characteristics, functions,
principles and organization of personnel management
Markets and marketing: Introduction, the market, marketing information, market
segmentation, consumer and indusial markets, pricing, sales, physical distribution,
consumer behaviour and advertisement.
Financial management: the basics , financial accounts, inflation, profitability, budgets
and controls, cost accounting, valuation of stock, allocation of overheads, standard
costing ,marginal costing
Module 4
Productivity and production: Measurement of productivity, productivity index
productivity improvement procedure
Materials management and purchasing: Objectives, functions, importance of materials
management. Stores and storekeeping
Inventory control: Classification, functions, inventory models, inventory costs, EOQ,
Materials requirement planning
References:
Fraidoon Mazda, Engineering Management-, Addison -Wesley
Koontz and O’Donnell, Essentials of Management, Mc Graw Hill
Kotlar P, Marketing Management, Prentice Hall India
Chandra P , Finance Management
Monks J.G Operations Management
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VII
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EE 702 DESIGN ESTIMATION & COSTING
Module I
Role of national electrical code in the design of electrical installation – electrical
symbols and diagrams – design considerations of electrical installations – electric supply
systems – protection and protective devices for electric installation against overload –
short circuit and earth fault – electric services in building – service connections – service
mains – reception and distribution of main supply – sub- circuits – neutral and earth wire
– earth bus – guideline for installation of fittings – design and selection of bus bars and
bus bar chambers –design, selection, layout, drawing and location of distribution boards
and panel boards – control and switch gears – criteria for selection of HT and LT
underground cables.
Module II
Design of illumination schemes – various types of light sources – different types of
lighting arrangement – energy efficiency in lamps and illumination – design
considerations of good lighting schemes – design of lighting schemes for various
purposes – lighting calculations – design of flood lighting and street lighting – electrical
aspects and considerations for lifts, escalator services and standby generators – design
and safety aspects of electrical installations for residential buildings, hospitals, hotels,
recreational and assembly buildings and cinema theatre.
Module III
Electrical installations of high rise buildings – design – schematic diagram – layout –
estimation and testing of rising main – main supply board and distribution boards for
high rise buildings including air conditioners and lift with provision for standby
generators and its protection – lighting protection – electrical system design – estimation
and costing of commercial buildings – design considerations of electrical installations in
Industries – design, estimating and costing of electrical installations for small industries.
Module IV
Selection of EHV and HV power and distribution transformers and switchgears – case
studies – design – layout – schematic diagram –estimation and costing – (a) 16MVA –
110/11KV outdoor substation having one or two incoming and 8 or less outgoing – (b)
11KV/415V outdoor substations upto 630KVA – (c) 11KV/415V indoor substation upto
630KVA – (d) bus bar trunking above 630KVA – design of earthing system – earthmat
design – design of plate and pipe earthing – shielding of electrical system.
Reference books
Raina & Battacharya, Electrical System Design, Estimation & costing, Wiley Eastern
Gupta J.B, Electrical Installating, Estimating & Costing, Kataria & Sons
ISI, National Electric Code, Bureau of Indian Standard Publications
Cinema Regulation (Rules) & Act
IEEE Standards, IEEE
Relevant Indian Standard Specifiactions, IS Publications.
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VII
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EE 703 POWER SYSTEMS-II
Module I
Representation of power system – one line diagrams – impedance and reactance
diagrams – per unit and percent quantities – primitive and interconnected networks and
their performance equations – y-bus and z- bus matrices and their formulation – effect of
off nominal transformer on y-bus – load flow studies – problem formulation –
classification of buses – gauss-seidal method – Newton Raphson method and fast
decoupled load flow method – line loss computation – voltage dependency consideration
in load modeling.
Module II
Economic load dispatch – system constraints – economic dispatch of thermal plants
neglecting line losses – optimum load dispatch including transmission line losses – exact
transmission loss formula – automatic load dispatching – optimal load flow solution –
speed governing mechanism – speed governing of turbo generator – load sharing and
governor characteristics – transfer function model – load frequency – control of single
and multi area systems – static analysis – automatic voltage regulation – IEEE type I
excitation system transfer function model.
Module III
Short circuit studies – faults on power systems – three phase to ground faults – SLGF –
DLGF – LLF faults – sequence impedance and sequence network – symmetrical
component methods of analysis of symmetrical and unsymmetrical faults at the terminals
of an unloaded generator – fault analysis using z-bus phase shift in star – delta
transformer banks – faults through impedance – short circuit capacity of a bus and
circuit breaker rating.
Module IV
Power system stability studies – steady stage dynamic and transient stability – electrical
stiffness – swing equation – inertia constant – equal area criterion applied to the case of
a sudden change in mechanical power input – multi machine stability analysis using
forward euler method – basic assumptions and algorithms – factors affecting stability –
voltage stability problem – causes and mitigation methods – introduction to HVDC and
flexible ac transmission (FACTS) systems.
Text Book:
Stevenson W.D Jr - Elements of Power System Analysis (TMH)
I.J Nagrath & D.P Kothari - Modern Power System Analysis, (TMH)
Reference:
1. S.L.Uppal - Electrical Power (Khanna Publication).
2. S.S Rao - Switch gear & Protection (Khanna
Publication)
3. Soni, Guptha, Bhatnagar - A course in Electric Power (Dhanapat Rai
&
Sons).
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of four
modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to answer
either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VII
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EE 704 CONTROL SYSTEMS II
Module I
Non-linear systems Characteristics Phase plane analysis liberalization and stability of
equilibrium points. Isocline and delta method. Limits cycles of phase plane- stability of
limit cycles. Bendixson’s criteria.
Module II
Describing function methods and stability of non-linear systems, Harmonic linearisation,
describing function method, filter hypothesis- describing function for single valued and
double valued non – linear elements- Limit cycles amplitude and frequency- Stability of
non-linear systems. Lyapunov’s method for non-linear systems. Popov’s criterion.
Module III
Discrete time systems, sampling theorem, hold circuits and data reconstruction- z
transforms, inverse z transforms, pulse transfer- state variables description of discrete
time systems- time domain analysis, stability using Jury’s test and Lyapunov’s method.
Module IV
Elements of stochastic control- stochastic processes- autocorrelation and cross
correlation, power spectral density, ergodicity – Gauss, Markov processes- Wiener filter,
introduction to Kalman filter and state estimation.
Reference Book
1. Benjamin.C.Kuo - Digital Control systems, Prentice Hall Inc, 1980
2. Hassan.K.Khalil - Non-linear systems, Prentice Hall International (UK) 1996.
3. A.Isidori - Non-linear Control Systems, Springer verlag New York 1995.
4. S.Wiggins - Introduction to Applied Non- linear Dynamical Systems and chaos,
Springer Verlag New York 1990.
5. Gene.F.Franklin and David Powel- Digital Control of Dynamic Systems, Addison
Wesley, 2000.
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VII
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EB/EE 705(A) COMPUTER COMMUNICATIONS
Module 1
Introduction to computer networks – Types of Networks - Layered architecture- OSI
reference model, TCP/IP reference model –Internet Protocol Stack – Network Entities in
Layers- Connection oriented and Connection less services. Transmission media -
description and characteristics - base band and broad band transmission - synchronous
and asynchronous transmission - full duplex and half-duplex links. MODEMS serial
communication standards - X-21 digital interface.X.25 Networks.
Module 2
Need for data link layer - Error detection and correction Techniques- Elementary data
link layer protocols-sliding window protocols - Multiple Access protocols -Random
Access protocols: ALOHA-CSMA and CSMA/CD. Terminal handling - polling,
multiplexing and concentration. Local area Network: LAN addresses- Address
Resolution Protocol-Reverse Address Resolution Protocol. Ethernet: Ethernet
Technologies-IEEE standards- Hubs-Bridges and Switches.
Module 3
Network Layer: Virtual circuits and data grams -Datagram and Virtual circuit service-
Routing - different types of congestion control – IP protocol – Subnets – Multicasting -
Network layer in ATM.
Transport layer – Transport layer services - design issues – Elements of transport Layer
– Internet Transport Protocols (TCP and UDP).
Module 4
Session layer - design issue - data exchange – dialogue management - synchronisation -
remote procedure call - client server model.
Application layer - network security and privacy - cryptography – Domain Name System
(DNS)- SMTP – SNMP - virtual terminal and file transfer protocols - electronic mail -
WWW and HTTP.
References:
Andrew S Tannenbaum, Computer Networks, Prentice hall of India Pvt. Ltd, 2003.
Uyless Balack, Computer Networks, Protocols Standards & Interfaces, Prentice hall
of India Pvt. Ltd, 2000.
Zheng, S Akhtar, Networks for computer scientists and Engineers, Oxford Press, 2004
S. Keshav, An Engineering Approach to Computer Networking, Pearson education, 2002
Uyless Black, Computer Networks - Protocols, Standards and Interfaces, PHI Ltd., 1994
Stalling , Local and Metropolitan Area Networks Prentice Hall; 6th edition (April
15, 2000)
Jean Walrand Communication networks, Richard D Irwin (May 1991) 2nd Edition
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VII
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EE 705(B) HIGH VOLTAGE DC TRANSMISSION
Module I
DC power transmission – comparison of AC and DC transmission – Economics
of Power transmission – Technical performance – Advantages and disadvantages of DC
transmission – Reliability – Application of DC transmission. Types of DC links.
Converter Station – Converter Units. Planning for HVDC transmission – Choice of
voltage level –Modern trends in DC transmission.
Thyristor valve – valve firing – valve design consideration – Grading and damper
circuit design – valve protection. Valve tests – Dielectrical and operational tests.
Module II
HVDC Converters – Analysis, Pulse number. Choice of Converter configuration
– valve rating – transformer rating .Graetz circuits (simplified analysis only) - with and
without overlap. Analysis of 2&3 valve conduction mode and 3 &4 valve conduction
mode . Converter bridge characteristics – Rectifier and Inverter characteristics of a 6
pulse and 12 pulse converter.
Module –III
Principles of DC link control. Converter control characteristics – modification of
control characteristics – system control hierarchy- firing angle control- individual phase
control – equidistant pulse control. Current and extinction angle control. Starting and
stopping of Dc link – power control. Stabilization of AC ties. Converter faults and
protection – Converter faults, protection against over current and voltages in a converter
station – Surge arrestor- protection against over voltage.
Module - IV
Smoothing reactors – DC lines – DC line insulators – DC breakers – basic
concept, characteristics, types and applications. Sources of reactive power- static VAR
systems- Thyristor controlled reactor – Types of AC filters (Basic concept only)- DC
filters – Carrier frequency and RI noise. Multiterminal DC system –Potential.
Application and type. Modeling of DC network.
Simulation of HVDC system – system simulation – philosophy and tools only.
Text Books:-
1. K.R.Padiyar, “ HVDC Power Transmission Systems”- Willy Eastern Ltd
2. C.L W adhawa – “ HVDC Power nTransmission “
References:-
1. E.W .Kimbark, “ Direct Current Transmission “ , Vol I (New york)- John Wiley
2. E.Uhaman, “Power Transmission by Direct Current” (Berlin) Spinger – Verlag
3. J.Arrillaga, “High Voltage Direct Current Transmission” (London) Peter
Peregrinus.
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EE 705(C) NEURAL NETWORK AND FUZZY LOGIC
Module I
Introduction to artificial neural networks – biological neurons – Mc Culloch and Pitts
modals of neuron – types of activation function – network architectures – knowledge
representation learning process – error-correction learning – supervised learning –
unsupervised learning – single unit mappings and the perceptron – perceptron
convergence theorem (with out proof) – method of steepest descent – least mean square
algorithms – adaline/medaline units – multilayer perceptrons – derivation of the backpropagation
algorithm.
Module II
Radial basis and recurrent neutral networks – RBF network structure – covers
theorem and the separability of patterns – RBF learning strategies – K-means and LMS
algorithms – comparison of RBF and MLP networks – recurrent networks – Hopfield
networks – energy function spurious states – error performance – simulated annealing –
the Boltzman machine – Boltzman learning rule – the mean field theory machine – MFT
learning algorithm – applications of neutral network – the XOR problem - traveling
salesman problem – image compression using MLPs – character retrieval using
Hopfield networks.
Module III
Fuzzy logic – fuzzy sets – properties – operations on fuzzy sets – fuzzy relations –
operations on fuzzy relations – the extension principle – fuzzy measures – membership
functions – fuzzification and defuzzification methods – fuzzy controllers – Mumdani and
Sugeno types – design parameters – choice of membership functions – fuzzification and
defuzzification methods – applications.
Module IV
Introduction to genetic algorithm and hybrid systems – genetic algorithms – natural
evolution – properties – classification – GA features – coding – selection – reproduction
– cross over and mutation operators basic GA and structure.
Introduction to Hybrid systems – concept of neuro-fuzzy and neuro-genetic systems.
Reference:
1) Haykins S - “Neutral Network a – Comprehensive Foundation” , Macmillan
College, Proc, Con, Inc.
2) Zurada J.M - “ Introduction to Artificial Neural Systems” , Jaico Publishers.
3) Driankov D - Hellendoorn H. & Reinfrank M, “ An Introduction to Fuzzy
Control” , Norosa.
4) Ross T.J - “ Fuzzy Logic with Engineering Applications” , McGraw Hill.
5) Goldberg D.E - “ Genetic Algorithms in Search Optimisation and Machine
Learning” , Addison Wesley.
6) Bart Kosko - “ Neural Network and Fuzzy Systems” , Prentice Hall, Inc.,
Englewood Cliffs.
7) Suran Goonatilake & Sukhdev Khebbal (Eds) - “ Intelligent Hybrid Systems” ,
JohnWiley.
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
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EE 705 (D) OPTIMAL CONTROL THEORY
Module I
Introduction, optimal control problem, formulation, performance measures for optimal
control problems.
Module II
Calculus of variations- fundamental concepts, functional of single function, Eulerlanguage
equation. Transversality conditions, vector case with various boundary
conditions, Piecewise, smooth extremals, constrained extremisation of functional.
Module III
Variational approach to optimal control problems. Necessary conditions for optimal
control with different boundary conditions. Linear regulator problem, Tracking
problems, pontryagin minimum principle, state in equality constrains, minimum time
problems, minimum control effort problems.
Module IV
Dynamic programming, principle of optimality, application to multistage decision
making, optimal control example, Recurrence relation of dynamic programming, curse
of dimensionality, discrete linear regulator problem, Heamilton-Jacobi Bellman
equation, continuous linear regulator problems.
Reference:
1. Donald.E.Kirk - Optimal Control Theory an introduction, Prentice Hall Inc.
1970.
2. A.P.Sage - Optimum Systems Control, Prientice Hall 1977.
3. HSU & Meyer - Modern Control, Principles & Applications, Mc Graw Hill
1968.
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VII
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EE 706 ELECTRICAL MACHINES LABORATORY II
Synchronous Machines
Regulation of alternator by direct loading
Regulation of alternator by emf and mmf methods.
Regulation of alternator by potier and ASA methods
Slip test and regulation of salient pole alternator using two - reaction theory
Synchronizing of alternator to mains by dark lamp & bright lamp method and control of
reactive power.
Induction machines
Variation of starting torque with rotor resistance in slip ring induction motor.
Direct load test on induction motor.
Pre determination of Characteristic and equivalent circuit of induction motor from no load
and blocked rotor test.
Synchronous induction motor V- curves, pre determination of field current.
Pre determination of characteristic of pole changing motor
Test on Induction generator. Determination of rotor hysterisis.
Special experiments
V/f control of induction motor.
Characteristic of single-phase induction motor.
Complete torque slip characteristic of induction motor.
Characteristic of double cage induction motor.
Slip power recovery schemes:
Cascade operation of induction motor. Determination of slip and load shared by each
motor and overall efficiency of the test.
Methods using converter/inverter operations
From the above list, maximum number of experiments may be conducted subject to
facility available.
Note: 50% Mark is earmarked for continuous evaluation and 50% mark for end
semester examination, to be assessed by two examiners. A candidate shall secure a
minimum of 50% marks for two components to be eligible for pass in that subject.
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EE 707 ADVANCED ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING LAB
MATLAB – I – experiments using MTLAB toolbox.
Determination of transfer function of DC motor (a) armature control (b) field control.
Study and experiments on (a) DC servo motor (b) AC servomotor.
Experiments on synchros (a) characteristics (b) data transmission (c) error detection (d)
differential synchro.
Determination of transfer function of the amplidyne and load characteristics.
Design and experimental determination of frequency response determination of lag, lead
and lag-lead networks.
Magnetic amplifier – characteristics and control circuits.
Static and dynamic performance evaluation of transducer (a) resistance thermometer (b)
vibration pick up (c) pH meter.
Study and performance evaluation of transducers (a) strain gauge (b) inductive pick up
(c) capacitive pick up (d) LVDT.
Study and experiments on pneumatic control system.
Microprocessor based generation of non-linear functions using proper interfacing and
display devices.
PSPICE simulation of single-phase and three-phase diode bridge rectifiers.
PSPICE simulation of three-phase thyristor bridge rectifier.
Power flow analysis of the system with the given single line diagram, using the given
power flow analysis package.
Fault analysis of the system with given single line diagram, using the given fault analysis
package. Obtain the sub-transient fault currents for DLFG, DLFG, LLF faults at
leach bus.
Determination of relay characteristics.
Note: 50% Mark is earmarked for continuous evaluation and 50% mark for end
semester examination, to be assessed by two examiners. A candidate shall secure a
minimum of 50% marks for two components to be eligible for pass in that subject.
EE 708 SEMINAR
Students shall individually prepare and submit a seminar report on a topic of current relevance
related to the field of Electronics & Communication Engineering. The reference shall include
standard journals, conference proceedings, reputed magazines and textbooks, technical reports
and URLs. The references shall be incorporated in the report following IEEE standards reflecting
the state-of-the-art in the topic selected. Each student shall present a seminar for about 30
minutes duration on the selected topic. The report and presentation shall be evaluated by a team
of internal experts comprising of 3 teachers based on style of presentation, technical content,
adequacy of references, depth of knowledge and overall quality of the seminar report.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VII
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EE 709 PROJECT DESIGN
Each batch comprising of 3 to 5 students shall identify a project related to the curriculum of study.
At the end of the semester, each student shall submit a project synopsis comprising of the
following.
Application and feasibility of the project
Complete and detailed design specifications.
Block level design documentation
Detailed design documentation including circuit diagrams and algorithms / circuits
Bill of materials in standard format and cost model, if applicable
Project implementation action plan using standard presentation tools
Guidelines for evaluation:
i) Attendance and Regularity 10
ii) Quality and adequacy of design documentation 10
iii) Concepts and completeness of design 10
iv) Theoretical knowledge and individual involvement 10
v) Quality and contents of project synopsis 10
Total 50 Marks
Note: Points (i)-(iii) to be evaluated by the respective project guides and project coordinator
based on continuous evaluation. (iv)-(v) to be evaluated by the final evaluation team comprising
of 3 internal examiners including the project guide.

S6 EC CUSAT Syllabus

CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VI
1
EE 601 POWER SYSTEMS – I
Module I
Conventional sources of electrical energy- thermal, hydroelectric, diesel and nuclear
power plants-introduction to renewable energy sources- power plant economics –
operating coasts- load factor- demand factor- diversity factor- plant factor. Types of
tariffs, power factor improvement.
Module II
Overhead transmission systems- arrangement of conductors- sag and tensiontransmission
line supports and their location, economic span- choice of transmission
voltage- line insulators- string efficiency- impulse ratio- arcing horns and rings- failure of
insulation- corona- under ground cables- different types- capacitance of single core and
three core cables- grading of cables.
Module III
Distribution systems- classification and arrangement of distribution systems- distribution
substation layout and arrangement- economic loading of distribution transformers- design
of feeders. Kelvin’s Law- considerations in primary and secondary distribution system
design- current distribution and voltage drop in single-phase and three-phase four-wire
distribution systems- voltage drop calculation and design of distributors in ring systemimprovement
of existing distribution systems- LT capacitor installation- size and
connection- Rising mains- Equipment earthling- Electric energy management. Power
quality.
Module IV
Performance of transmission lines- calculation of transmission line inductance and
capacitance- GMD and GMR- bundled conductors- transposition- ABCD constantseffect
of capacitance- nominal T and p methods of calculations- power flow through a
transmission line. Methods of voltage control.
Reference:
Soni, Gupta, Bhatnagar - A course in Electric Power, Dhanapat Rai
& Sons New Delhi, 1996.
A.T Star, - Generation, Transmission & Utilization of
Electric Power, Sir. Issac Pitman and Sons, 1961.
Turan, Goren - Electric Power Transmission System Engineering,
John Wiley,1988.
S.L Uppal - Electric Power, Khanna Publishers, 1992.
A.S Pabla - Electric Power Distribution System, Tata McGraw
Hill, 1992.
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VI
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CS/EE 602 DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING
Module 1
Introduction to signals & systems- Discrete time signals and systems- Properties of
discrete
systems-linearity,timeinvariance-causality-stability.convolution.difference equation
representation of discrete systems -The Z transform-properties of Z transform- the
inverse z transform-System Transfer function.
Module 2
Frequency domain representation of discrete time signals. Discrete Fourier series(DFS)-
properties Discrete Time Fourier Transform (DTFT) properties, Discrete Fourier
Transform(DFT) properties& Fast Fourier Transform( FFT) Decimation in Time &
Decimation in Frequency algorithms.
Module 3
FIR digital Filters: Transfer function. Generalized Difference equation representation.
Concept of windowing. Non Recursive realization structures-direct (Tapped delay line
structure) –cascade realization- Liner phase realization.
IIR Digital Filters : - Transfer function. Difference equation representation. Recursive
Realizations Direct form I , Direct form II –Cascade Realization-Parallel realization –
Comparison of IIR & FIR filters in terms of computational complexity, memory
requirement, hardware complexity, stability .
Module 4
Finite word length effects in digital filters- fixed point arithmetic -Floating point
arithmetic- Block floating point arithmetic - Truncation-Rounding - Quantization error in
analog to digital conversion-Limit cycles. General DSP architecture- features _ On chip
subsystems- memory organization-Addressing modes- Instruction types - TMS320C54X
fixed point processor- TMS320C4X floating point processor
Applications of DSP
References:
Cristi, Modern Digital Signal Processing, Ed. 1.
Ashok Ambardar, Analog and Digital Signal Processing, Edition 2.
Avatar Singh, Digital Signal Processing Implementations, Edition 1
John G Proakis & Dimitris G Manolakis : "Digital Signal Processing", PHI, New Delhi
Oppenheim & Ronald W Schafer : "Digital Signal Processing", Prentice Hall India
Sanjit K. Mithra, : " Digital Signal Processing", Tata Mc- Graw Hill
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
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EE 603 CONTROL SYSTEMS I
Module I
Frequency domain analysis, sinusoidal frequency response. Polar plots and logarithmic
plots – Bode plots – Nyquist plots – absolute stability and relative stability from Bode
and Nyquist plots.
Module II
Basic theory and properties of Root loci produce for construction of root loci, complete
RL diagram.
Control system components: synchros, d.c servomotor, a.c servomotor, stepper motor,
tacho generator.
Module III
Design of control systems. Cascade and feedback design. Modes of control .P, I, D and
combinations of P, I and D and effects on system performance. On- off control lead, lag,
lead-lag design using Bode plots and root locus. PID controller tuning in process control.
Module IV
System design using state feed back. Controllability, Observability.State feed back
control. Placement of poles at desired location using state feedback – observers. Design
of full order and reduced order observers.
Reference:
Ogata.K- “Modern Control Engineering”, Law Price Edition.
M.Gopal,”Control Systems”, Tata Mc Graw Hill.
A.Nagoorkani “Control Systems”, RBA Publication
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VI
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EE 604 ELECTRICAL DRAWING
Module I
D.C Armature windings- Simplex lap and wave windings.
Sectional front and side elevation of the armature with commutator.
Sectional front and side elevation of the yoke and pole assembly with field winding.
Sectional front and side elevation of an assembled dc machine.
Module II
Transformers
Sectional plan and elevation of core type and shell type single-phase transformer.
Sectional plan and elevation of a three-phase transformer.
Induction Motors
Sectional front and side elevation of slip ring and squirrel cage induction motor.
Alternators
Sectional front and side elevation of salient pole and turbo alternators.
Module III
Three-phase AC windings
Single layer windings- Mush windings and concentric windings.
Double layer lap windings- Full pitched, short pitched and fractional slot windings.
Double layer lap windings.
Module IV
Single line layout of substations.
Single line layout of generating stations.
Single circuit and double circuit transmission towers.
Reference:
Narang K.L - A text book of Electrical Engineering
Drawing ,Trch India Publication.
S.K Battacharya - Electrical Engineering Drawing.
A.K Sawhney - Electrical Machine Design, Dhanapath Rai,
New Delhi.
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VI
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EE 605 MODERN COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING
Module 1
Microwave Communication : Basic principles of microwave links- Microwave Relay Systems –
Choice of frequency – line of sight and over the horizon systems – modulation methods – block
schematics of terminal transmitters and receivers – microwave repeaters – microwave repeaters –
microwave repeaters – microwave antennas – propagation mechanisms – propagation
characteristics – path loss models – shadowing models – small scale fading and multipath fading
– basic principles of design of microwave link
Module II
Satellite Communication – Orbit of communication satellite – Satellite Constellation – Orbital
parameters – Orbital perturbations – Geostationary orbits – Low Earth and Medium Orbits –
Look Angles – Frequency selection RF Links – Propagation characteristics – Modulation
methods- coding – multiple access – space craft – antennas – transponders – intersatellite link –
link power budget – earth station interference – Satellite systems – Geostationary systems –
Distress and Safety systems – Navigation systems – direct sound broadcast systems – Direct
Television broadcast systems
Module III
Wireless communication systems: Cellular concepts – Cell Splitting and Frequency Reuse -
Propagation Mechanisms – Modulation techniques for wireless communication – Analog, Digital
and Spread Spectrum modulation – Equalisation, Diversity and Channel coding Diversity
Techniques – Multiple access techniques for Wireless Commuications – FDMA,TDMA and
CDMA – Wireless systems and standards – AMPS – Global System for Mobile(GSM) – CDMA
– General Packet Radio Service – DECT System .
Fiber optic communication: light wave communication systems- Fiber optic cable -
optical transmitter and receiver.
Module 1V
Radiation and Propagation of Waves: - (analysis not required) - Electro magnetic
Radiation- Waves in free space- polarization - reception- effects of Environment-
Propagation of waves:- Ground waves- Sky-wave propagation - space waves- antennas-
Basic consideration - wire radiator in space - common terms and definitions- Effects of
ground on Antennas- Directional High frequency Antennas - UHF Micro wave antennas -
Wide band and special purpose antennas.
References:
1) Electronic Communications : Dennis Roddy and John Coolen, Prentice
Hall, India.
2) Electronic Communication Systems : Kennedy & Davis - Fourth Edition-TMH
3) Communication Electronics : Frenzel, McGraw Hill, International
Editions.
For Modules IV & V
4) Communication Electronics : Frenzel MGH
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem VI
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EE 606 ELECTRICAL MACHINES III
Module I
Three phase induction motor - constructional details - slip ring and squirrel cage types-
Theory of the induction machine with constant mutual flux - slip phasor diagram -
mechanical power and developed torque - Torque slip curves - variation and starting torque
with rotor resistance- pull out torque - losses and efficiency - approximate and exact
equivalent circuits - circle diagram - No load and blocked rotor tests - performance
calculations from the equivalent circuit.
Module II
Starting - starting squirrel cage motors- direct on-line starting auto transformer and star -
delta starter - starting current and torque - starting of slip ring motors - design of rotor
rheostat.
Effects of harmonics - Harmonic induction and harmonic synchronous torques - cogging,
crawling and noise production - methods of elimination - special rotor construction - Deep
bar, composite bar and Boucherot rotor constructions - equivalent circuits and torque
curves of double cage motors.
Module III
Methods of speed control - pole changing methods - rotor rheostatic control - change of
supply frequency - use of SCR for speed control - principle of speed regulation and
improvement of power factor by rotor injected emf.
Induction generator Theory - phasor diagram - circle diagram - equivalent circuit -
applications.
Synchronous induction motor- construction - rotor winding connections - circle diagram -
pulling into step.
Module IV
Single phase induction motor - revolving field theory equivalent circuit - torque slip curvestarting
methods - split phase, capacitor start, capacitor run motors shaded pole motor -
repulsion start and repulsion induction motor.
Commutator motors - General, principles and theory - commutator as a frequency converter
- emf induced in a commutator winding - single phase series motor - theory - phasor and
circle diagram - compensating and interpole windings - universal motor - principle of
repulsion motor - torque production - phasor diagram - compensated type of motors
repulsion start induction motor - applications.
Poly phase commutator motors - Three phase series and shunt type - schrage motor -
characteristics and applications .
References:
1) Performance & Design of AC Machines : Say MG
2) Theory of AC Machinery : Langsdorff AC
3) AC Commutator Motors : Openshaw Taylor
4) Alternating Current Machines : Puchstein & Lloyd
5) Electrical Machines Part I & II : Kostenko & Pietrovsky
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
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EE 607 MICROPROCESSOR LAB
Part A (Compulsory)
Study of a typical microprocessor trainer kit and its operation
Simple programming examples using 8085 instruction set. To understand the use of various
instructions and addressing modes – monitor routines.
Interfacing and programming of 8255 (eg: traffic light control , Burglar alarm, stop
watch)
Interfacing and programming of 8253/8254
Interfacing and programming of 8279.
Part B
A/D and D/A converter interface
Stepper motor interface.
Display interface.
Programming of different types of EPROM 2716, 2732, etc…(at least two topics from
Part B has to be covered.)
Note: 50% Mark is earmarked for continuous evaluation and 50% mark for end
semester examination, to be assessed by two examiners. A candidate shall secure a
minimum of 50% marks for two components to be eligible for pass in that subject.
EE 608 MINI PROJECT
Each batch comprising of 3 to5 students shall design, develop and realize an electronic product.
Basic elements of product design must be considered. Fully software/simulation projects are not
allowed. Each student shall submit a project report at the end of the semester. The project report
should contain the design and engineering documentation including the Bill of Materials and test
results. Product has to be demonstrated for its full design specifications. Innovative design
concepts, reliability considerations and aesthetics / ergonomic aspects taken care of in the project
shall be given due weight.
Guidelines for evaluation:
i) Attendance and Regularity 10
ii) Work knowledge and Involvement 30
iii) End-Semester presentation & Oral examination 20
iv) Level of completion and demonstration of
functionality/specifications 25
v) Project Report 15
Total 100 marks
Note: External projects and R&D projects need not be encouraged at this level. Points (i) & (ii)
to be evaluated by the project guide & co-ordinator and the rest by the final evaluation team
comprising of 3 teachers including the project guide

S5 EC CUSAT Syllabus

CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem V
1
CE/CS / EB/ EC /EE/ EI/IT/ ME/SE 501 ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS- IV
Module I
Probability distributions: random variables (discrete & continuous), probability density,
mathematical expectation, mean and variance of a probability distribution, binomial distribution,
Poisson approximation to the binomial distribution, uniform distribution , normal distribution.
Curve fitting: method of least squares, correlation and regression, lines of regression.
Module II
Sampling distributions: population and samples, the sampling distribution of the mean
unknown),s known), the sampling distribution of the mean (s(the sampling distribution of the
variance, point estimation, interval estimation, tests of hypotheses, null hypotheses and
significance tests, hypothesis concerning one mean, type I and type II errors, hypotheses
concerning two means. The estimation of variances: Hypotheses concerning one variance -
Hypotheses concerning two variances.
Module III
Finite difference Operators:’, ', (, G, P , x(n)
Newton’s Forward and Backward differences interpolation polynomials, central differences,
Stirlings central differences interpolation polynomial. Lagrange interpolation polynomial,
divided differences, Newton’s divided differences interpolation polynomial
Numerical differentiation: Formulae for derivatives in the case of equally spaced points.
Numerical integration: Trapezoidal and Simpson’s rules, compounded rules, errors of
interpolation and integration formulae. Gauss quadrature formulae (No derivation for 2 point and
3 point formulae)
Module IV Numerical solution of ordinary differential equations: Taylor series method,
Euler’s method, modified Euler’s method, Runge-Kutta formulae 4th order formula,
Numerical solution of boundary value problems: Methods of finite differences, finite
differences methods for solving Laplace’s equation in a rectangular region, finite differences
methods for solving the wave equation and heat equation.
Text Books:
1.Irvrin Miller & Freind, Probability and Statistics for Engineers, Prentice-Hall India Ltd, 6th ed.
2. S. S. Sastry, Numerical Methods, Prentice-Hall India Ltd, 4th ed.
References:
1.P. Kandaswamy K.Thilagavathy, K.Gunavathy , Numerical Methods, S. Chand & Co., 2005
2. A. Papoulis, Probability, Random Variables And Stochastic Processes, McGraw Hill, 4th ed.
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem V
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EE 502ELECTRICAL MACHINES II
Module I
Alternators- constructional features of high speed cylindrical rotor and low speed salient
pole machines, synchronous speed AC windings - different types (detailed drawing not
required) emf equation- distribution factor- coil span factor- field mmf and gap flux density
distribution – harmonics in induced emf - remedial measures - mmf of AC windings- space
harmonics- revolving magnetic field.
Module II
Theory of cylindrical rotor machines- armature reaction- synchronous impedance- voltage
regulation-determination of regulation by mmf, emf and Potier methods- Principles of
operation of automatic voltage regulators - determination of Xd, Xq by slip test.
Parallel operation of alternators - performance of two machines in parallel-synchronising
power - effect of speed regulation on load sharing -methods of synchronizingsynchroscope-
methods of automatic synchronizing-synchronous machines on infinite
bus bars.
Module III
Synchronous motor-torque and power relationship-phasor diagram starting of
synchronous motors-losses and efficiency calculations-V curves-synchronous condenserload
angle
Module IV
Power angle diagrams -power flow equation for cylindrical and salient pole machinesreluctance
power-maximum power transfer-stability limit-control of active and reactive
power in synchronous machines on infinite bus bars.
Symmetrical short circuits (only qualitative analysis) - steady state, transient and
subtransient reactance - time constants- Hunting in synchronous machines- natural
frequency of oscillations - damper windings.
Text Book:
1. Nagrath I.J. and Kothari D.P. : Theory of AC machines, Tata McGraw Hill
2. Bimbra P.S. : Electrical Machinery, Khanna Publications
References:
1) Say M.G ELBS & Pitman : Performance and design of AC Machines,
2) Langsdorf A.S : Theory of AC machines, Tata McGraw Hill
3) Gupta B.R & Vandana Singhal : Fundamentals of Electrical Machines, New
Age International ,1990
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem V
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EE 503 FIELD THEORY
Module I
Overview of vector analysis – Co-ordinate systems – rectangular, cylindrical, spherical -
transformations. Divergence theorem, Stokes theorem, Div, Grad, Curl.
Static Electric field: Coulomb’ s law, superposition, electric flux, electric field, electric
scalar potential, dipole, method of images – Gauss law for electric flux, boundary
conditions – capacitance of isolated sphere, concentric sphere, co-axial cylinder/cable
two wire transmission line- energy stored in electric field / capacitor, energy density.
Laplace equation, Poisson’ s equation, Uniqueness theorem.
Module II
Static magnetic field of steady electric currents – magnetic flux, Biot -Savart law,
Ampere’ s law, Gauss law for magnetic flux –boundary conditions, magnetic vector
potential, inductance of a coaxial cable, two wire transmission line, solenoid, toroid.
Electromagnetic induction – Faraday’ s law, self & mutual inductance. Continuity
equation – displacement current – Maxwell’ s equations integral & differential form.
Module III
Uniform plane waves –general solution –TEM waves – relation between electric and
magnetic fields, phase and group velocity – plane waves in lossy medium, skin depth,
propagation constants and intrinsic impedance – Harmonically varying field, Poyntings
theorem-interpretation, application. Wave polarization – linear, elliptic and circular
polarization, wave guides – rectangular - modes of propagation- cylindrical wave guides.
Module IV
Reflection of plane waves at boundaries – normal and oblique incidence – refraction –
transmission – Snell’ s law – critical angle – Brewster angle – total internal reflection.
Transmission lines: - Uniform transmission line – VI solution- characteristic impedance
– VSWR – impedance matching – quarter wave and half wave length transformer – stub
matching – single and double – Smith chart – impedance matching using Smith Chart.
Text Book
1. Sadiku MNO - Elements of Electromagnetics, Addison Wesley 2002.
2. Premlet B - Electromagnetic theory with applications, Phasor Books 2002.
Reference
1. W. H. Hayt - Engineering Electromagnetics, Mc Graw Hill2001.
2. Nannapaneni Narayana Rao - Elements of Engineering Electromagnetics –
Prentice –Hall, 1998
3. Cheng D.K - Electromagnetic Fields & Wave, Addison Wesley 2002.
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem V
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EE 504 ELECTRICAL MATERIAL SCIENCE
Module I
Conducting materials: Review of metallic conduction on the basis of free electron theory-
Fermi-Dirac distribution – variation of conductivity with temperature and composition,
Materials for electric resistances- general electric properties: brushes of electrical
machines, lamp filaments, fuses and solder.
Semiconductors: Compound semiconductors – basic ideas of amorphous and organic
semiconductor – preparation of semiconductor materials – zone-refining technique –
fabrication of p-n-p junction.
Magnetic materials: Classification of magnetic materials – origin of permanent magnetic
dipoles – ferromagnetism - hysterisis curve – hard and soft magnetic materials –
magnetic material used in electrical machines, instruments and relays.
Module II
Dielectrics: dielectric polarization under static fields – electronic, ionic and dipolar
polarizations – behavior of dielectrics in alternating fields – mechanism of breakdown in
gases, liquids and solids - factors influencing dielectric strength – capacitor materials
Insulating materials – complex dielectric constant – dipolar relaxation dielectric loss
insulator materials used – inorganic materials (mica, glass, porcelain, asbestos) – organic
materials (paper, rubber, cotton silk, fibre, wood, plastics, bakelite)- resins and varnishes
– liquid insulators (transformer oil) – gaseous insulators (air, SF6, and hydrogen ) –
ageing of insulators.
Module III
Materials for special applications: materials for solar cells/fuels cells/battery- materials
for coatings for enhanced solar thermal energy collection – solar selective coatings- cold
mirror coatings- heat mirror coatings – antireflection coatings, Sintered alloys for
breaker/switch contacts – arcing tips.
Module IV
Modern techniques for Material Studies: optical microscopy – electron microscopy –
photoelectron spectroscopy – atomic absorption spectroscopy – magnetic resonance –
nuclear magnetic resonance – electron spin resonance – ferromagnetic resonance.
Text Book
1.Indulkar C.S. & Thirivengadam S- An Introduction to Electrical Engineering
Materials, S Chand Co, 1998.
Reference:
1. Yu Koristky - Electrical Engineering Materials, MIR, 1970.
2. Arumugam M - Materials Science, Anuradha Publishers, 1990.
3. Meinal A.B & Meinal M.P- Applied Solar Energy – An Introduction, Addition
Wesley Publications.
4. Kapoor P.L- Electrical Engineering Materials, Khanna Publications.
5. Hutchison T.S & Baird D.C - The Physics of Engineering Solids, John Wiley
Publications.
6. A.J Dekker - Electrical Engineering Materials, Prentice Hall of India.
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem V
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EE 505 MICROPROCESSOR BASED SYSTEMS
Module I
Intel 8085 and 8086 processors – architecture – memory addressing – addressing modes –
instruction set – assembly language programming – assemblers – interrupts – pin
configuration - timing diagrams – minimum and maximum mode – multiprocessor
configuration.
Module II
Interfacing – address decoding – interfacing chips – programmable peripheral interface
(8255) – programmable communication interface (8251) – programmable timer (8253) –
DMA controller (8259) – programmable interrupt controller (8257) – keyboard display
interface (8279).
Module III
Introduction to 80386 – memory management unit – descriptors, selectors, description
tables and TSS – real and protected mode – memory paging – special features of the
Pentium processor – branch prediction logic – super scalar architecture.
Module IV
8051 Micro controller – Architecture Basic Assembly Language Programming Concepts
– Moving data – Logical Operations- Arithmetic Operations – Jump and call Instructions-
/ An 8051 Micro controller Design- Applications- Serial data Communication.
Text Books
1. Gaonker R.S. - Microprocessor Architecture, Programming and applications.
2. Hall D.V.- Microprocessors & Interfacing, McGraw Hill.
Reference
1. Brey B.B. - The Intel Microprocessors – Architecture, Programming &
Interfacing, Prentice Hall.
2. Liu Y.C & Gibsen G.A - Microcomputer System - The 8086/8088 family. Prentice
Hall of India.
3. Uffenbeck J.E - The 8086/8088 Family: Design, Programming & Interfacing,
Prentice Hall of India (P) Ltd.
4. Ray A.K, & Bhurchandi K.W - Advanced Microprocessors and Peripherals, Tata
McGraw Hill.
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem V
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EE506 LINEAR INTEGRATED CIRCUITS
MODULE I
Integrated Circuits- Introduction to operational amplifiers – basic differiential
amplifier – dual input balanced output and unbalanced output – Internal block schematic
of op amp - Biasing used in IC – Constant current source - current mirror Circuits – Op –
amp parameters – ideal op amp – transfer curve – equivalent circuit –internal circuit
analysis of a typical op – amp- frequency response frequency compensation. Slew rate
and its effect, typical data sheet 741.
MODULE II
Input bias current – off set – drift – compensating networks CMRR,SVRR, finite
gain bandwidth and its effect in opamp circuits performance Open loop configurations
Op amp in closed loop configuration : Different feed back configutrations – voltage
follower – V/I converters, I/V converters and its applications – Differential amplifiers
with one op amp and 3 op amps. Instrumentation amplifier IC and its application.
MODULE III
Op amp applications – Summer – Sub tractor –Log amplifier –Antilog amplifier _
Integrator and differentiator Comparatoprs : zero crossing – using voltage references –
regenerative (Schmitt trigger ) comparators : window detector application – OP as
comparators – Astable and monostable multivibrators – Triangular and tooth wave
generators – RC phase shift and Wien bridge oscillators – Sample and hold circuit – peak
detector circuit. Precision rectifiers. Voltage regulators – 723 (block diagram, typical low
voltage regulator circuit). 78XX, 79XX, 371.
MODULE IV
Specialized ICs and applications: 555 timers – Functional block diagram – A
stable multi vibrator , mono stable , multi vibrator and its applications – Voltage to
Frequency converter – Automobile tachometer : 566 VCO chip 565 PLL: - PLL
applications . ADC and DAC – performance specification – weighted, R – 2R ;
successive approximation , flash, integrating ,Filters: Transfer functions –
LPF,HPF,BPF,BRF Approximation methods Butter worth – Chebyshev – Active Filters –
I order filters, Quality factor Design – Universal Active Filters – All Pass filters.
Switched Capacitive Filters.
REFERENCE:
1. Op amps and Linear Integrated circuits : RF Coughlin – Pearson Education
/PHI
2. Design with operational Amplifiers Analog Ics: Sargio Franko – 2nd Edition
McGraw Hill
3. Linear Integrated Circuits : d roy Chaudary , Shail B Jain
4. Integrated circuits : K.R Botkar
5. Analog Integrated Circuits : Gray John wiely 2 nd edition
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem V
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EE 507 ELECTRICAL MACHINES I LAB
Plotting of the open circuit characteristics of the given d.c. shunt generator at rated speed.
Pre-determination of o.c.c. at other speeds and critical resistances of various speeds.
Finding the voltage built-up with a given field circuit resistance and the critical speed for a
given field circuit resistance.
Load test on the given DC shunt generator and plotting external characteristics – Deduce
the internal characteristics and armature reaction curve.
Brake test on DC shunt and series motor and plot the following characteristics:
Output Vs Efficiency
Output Vs Line current
Output Vs Speed
Speed Vs Torque
Line current Vs Torque
a) Study of 3 point and 4 point starters for DC shunt motor
b) Swinburne’ s test on DC shunt machine and pre-determination of armature current
and percentage efficiency when the machine operates as a motor and as a
generator delivering ¼, ½, ¾, full and 5/4th rated output.
Hopkinson’ s Test on a pair of DC Machines and pre-determining of the efficiency of the
machine working as motor and as a generator under various conditions of load on the
generator.
Separation of losses in a d.c. machine by conducting a retardation test and determination
of the moment of inertia of the rotating system.
Separation of losses in d.c. shunt machine by conducting no load test at different
excitations and plotting the variations of these losses at various speeds.
Transformers
a) Polarity test on single phase transformers.
b) Connect three single phase transformers to form a 3 phase transformer with YY
and DYI connection. Perform the load test, under balanced upf conditions – Plot
the efficiency Vs output and % regulation Vs output characteristics.
O.C and S.C test on the single phase transformer and Pre-determination of the following:
Efficiency at various loads and power factors.
Regulation at various loads and lagging and leading power factors.
Equivalent circuits referred to H.V and L.V sides.
Calculation of performance using equivalent circuit and given load connection to the
equivalent circuit.
Upf load at which efficiency is maximum.
Separation of losses of single phase transformer into hysteresis and eddy current loss components at
normal voltage and frequency.
Sumpner’ s test on a pair of identical single phase transformers and pre-determination of the
efficiency and regulations at various loads and power factor.
Scott connection of the single phase transformers and the performance under various load
conditions at Upf and plotting the efficiency curves with
Main transformer secondary alone loaded.
Teaser transformer secondary alone loaded.
Balanced loading.
Unbalanced loading.
Student shall present his/her fair record, notebook duly certified by the Head of the Department, to
the examiners at the time of University practical examination.
Note: 50% Mark is earmarked for continuous evaluation and 50% mark for end semester
examination, to be assessed by two examiners. A candidate shall secure a minimum of 50%
marks for two components to be eligible for pass in that subject.
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EE 508 POWER ELECTRONICS LAB
Part A - Power Electronics
Study of Power devices – power BJT, SCR, power MOSFET, IGBT etc.
Characteristics of SCR and Triac
Characteristics of power MOSFET
Triggering circuits for SCRs – R, RC and UJT triggering
Single phase fully controlled SCR bridge circuit – R load, RL load – effect of free
wheeling diode.
Triggering circuits for SCR chopper
Triac triggering
Speed control DC motor using SCR
Study of V/F control of induction motor.
AC controller using Triac
Study of UPS/SMPS
Part B - Op-Amps
Study of Op-Amps
Op-Amp inverter – scale changer – summer – integrator – differentiator – comparator and
instrumentation amplifier
Design and setup of low pass – high pass and band pass filters using Op- Amps
Voltage Regulation using 723
PLL measurement of lock range and capture range
Circuits using Op-Amps for wave form generation
Astable, monostable multivibrators
Wein Bridge Oscillator
Triangular and square wave form generation
Precision rectifiers
Schmitt trigger using Op-Amps
According to the facility available in the laboratory any 15 experiments can be conducted.
Note: 50% Mark is earmarked for continuous evaluation and 50% mark for end
semester examination, to be assessed by two examiners. A candidate shall secure a
minimum of 50% marks for two components to be eligible for pass in that subject.

S4 EC CUSAT Syllabus

CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem IV
1
CE/CS / EB/ EC /EE/ EI/IT/ ME/SE 401 ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS III
Module I
Complex Analytic functions and conformal mapping: curves and regions in the complex
plane, complex functions, limit, derivative, analytic function, Cauchy - Riemann equations,
Elementary complex functions such as powers, exponential function, logarithmic, trigonometric
and hyperbolic functions.
Conformal mapping: Linear fractional transformations, mapping by elementary functions like Z2,
ez, sin z, cos z, sin hz, and Cos hz, Z+1/Z.
Module II
Complex integration: Line integral, Cauchy’s integral theorem, Cauchy’s integral formula,
Taylor’s series, Laurent’s series, residue theorem, evaluation of real integrals using integration
around unit circle, around the semi circle, integrating contours having poles, on the real axis.
Module III
Partial differential equations: Formation of partial differential equations. Solutions of
equations of the form F(p, q) = 0, F(x, p, q)=0, F(y, p, q)=0, F(z, p, q)=0, F1(x, p) = F2(y, q),
Lagrange’s form Pp + Qq = R. Linear homogeneous partial differential equations with constant
coefficients.
Module IV
Vibrating string : one dimensional wave equation, D’ Alembert’s solution, solution by the
method of separation of variables, One dimensional heat equation, solution of the equation by the
method of separation of variables.
Solutions of Laplace’s equation over a rectangular region and a circular region by the method of
separation of variables.
Text Books:
1. R.K.Jain, S.R.K.Iyengar, Advanced Engineering Mathematics, Narosa Publishers, 2nd ed.
2. C.R.Wilie & L.C.Barrett ,Advanced Engineering Mathematics, Mc Graw Hill,6th ed.
References:
1. Ervin Kreyszig, Advanced Engineering Mathematics, Wiley Eastern,9th ed.
2. Churchill R.V, Complex Variables & Applications, Mc Graw Hill Publishers,5th ed.
3. M.C.Potter, J. L. Goldberg, Advanced Engineering Mathematics, Oxford University
Press,3rd ed.
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem IV
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EE 402 LOGIC DESIGN
Module I
Number System and binary codes: Binary, Octal and Hexadecimal number systems –
binary arithmetic, binary codes, excess-3 code, Gray code error detection and correction –
Boolean algebra – minimisation of Boolean functions using Karnaugh map and Quine-
Mclusky methods – formation of switching functions from word statements, realisation
using NAND, NOR & XOR gates – combinational circuits – multiplexer – demultiplexer,
decoder, encoder.
.
Module II
Arithmetic circuits: Half adder, full adder, subtractor, serial and parallel addition – carry
look ahead adder – binary multiplication – multivibrators – monostable and astable
multivibrators using discrete gates.
Module III
Sequential circuits: flip-flops – RS, JK, T & D flip-flops, shift registers – counters –
design -asynchronous and synchronous counters, up-down counters, Modulo counter,
ring counter, Johnson counter – sequence generators – analysis of sequential circuits –
state table and diagrams
Memories – ROM, RAM, EPROM, EEPROM Programmable logic array, devices – basic
ideas – PLD architecture – PAL and PLA – programmable examples with software tools.
Module IV
Logic families: RTL, DTL, TTL, ECL, and CMOS – tristate logic – specification and
transfer characteristics of basic TTL interfaces, - standard logic levels – current and voltage
parameters – fan in and fan out – propagation delay, integrated circuits modules, noise
consideration – interfacing of CMOS to TTL and interfacing of TTL to CMOS.
TextBook:-
1) Taub & Schilling - Digital Integrated Electronics
Reference:
1) Samuel C Lee - Digital Circuits and Logic Design
2) A P Malvino - Digital Computer Electronics
3) Morris & Miller - Design with TTL Integrated Circuits
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem IV
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EE 403 ELECTRICAL MACHINES I
Module I
DC generators: Principle of DC generators, constructional details, field, armature and
commutator or magnetic circuits, field flux distribution. Armature windings – pole pitch,
coil span, winding pitch and commutator pitch. Simplex lap and wave windings, parallel
paths, equalizer ring connections, dummy coils – methods of setting brushes in d.c
machines. Methods of excitation – separately excited, shunt, series and compound
machines. Induced e.m.f – e.m.f. equations. Armature m.m.f. – Magnitude and direction,
armature reaction – air gap flux distribution under load conditions, effect of saturation,
demagnetizing and cross-magnetizing armature m.m.f. – variation with brush position –
compensating winding connections.
Module II
Commutator: Time of commutation, e.m.f. In the coil undergoing commutation, reactance
e.m.f. – effect of brush shift, interpoles – polarity and winding connections. Type of d.c.
generators – characteristics – open circuit characteristics, condition for self-excitation,
critical resistance, critical speed. Load characteristics, effect of compounding. Parallel
operation – parallel operation of shunt series and compound generations, equalizer
connections.
Module III
DC Motors: Principles of operation, back e.m.f, production of torque, torque equation,
developed and shaft torque, performance characteristics of shunt, series and compound
motors, applications of various types of DC motors. Starting – need of the starter, face plate
starters – three point and four point starters, calculation of resistance elements for shunt
meter starter, Speed control – field control, armature control – Ward Leonard speed
control. Testing of d.c. machines – losses and efficiency, separation of losses –
Swinburne’ s test, Hopkinson’ s test, Fields Test, retardation test.
Module IV
Transformers: Single-phase transformer - constructional details – core, winding,
insulation and brushing. Principles of operation, turns ratio, emf equation. Operation on
load - magnetizing and core loss components – phasor diagram – equivalent circuit.
Regulation – losses and efficiency.
Testing of transformers: DC test, SC test, Sumpner’ s back to back test, separation of
losses, three phase connections – star and delta connections using single phase
transformers. Three phase transformers – oscillating, neutral, tertiary winding, Scott
connection –open delta connection – six phase connections. Parallel operation, load
sharing, distribution transformers – all day efficiency.
References:
Clayton A.E. & Hancock N.N.- Performance and Design of DC machines,
ELBS/CBS Publishers, Delhi, 1990
Theraja B.L.- A text book of Electrical Technology Vol II, S. Chand & Co.,
Bhimbra P.S. - Electrical Machinery, Khanna Publishers, New Delhi
M.G. Say- Performance and Design of AC machines, ELBS & Pitman, Third
Edition, 1980.
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem IV
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EE 404 LINEAR SYSTEMS ANALYSIS
Module I
Systems Concepts and Modelling of electrical systems: Classification of systems, static
dynamic, linear, non-linear, time varying, time invariant, distributed, lumped etc.
Superposition principle, Modelling of electrical systems, dynamic equations using
Krichhoff’ s laws. Transfer functions-block diagrams and signal flow graphs.
Module II
Modelling of non-electrical systems: Translational and rotational systems, force voltage
and force-current analogy- friction spring inertia-pneumatic hydraulic and thermal
systems. Dynamic equations and transfer functions-comparison of different systems.
Module III
Time domain analysis for linear systems: Response to standard inputs, impulse responsestep
ramp and acceleration inputs-time domain performance measures-under damped and
over damped systems, error constants.
Module IV
State space models for linear systems: Concepts, state space, linear systems in state
space, state models from transfer functions state transition matrix time response from
state model zero state and zero input response concept of stability. BIBO stability,
Routh’ s Hurwitz criterion. Lyapunov’ s stability-asymptotic. Stability theorems applied to
linear systems only.
Reference:
1. David.K.Cheng - Analysis of Linear Systems, Addison Wesley, 1977
2. Burton.T.D - Introduction to Dynamic Systems, McGraw Hill, 1994.
3. C.T Chen - Linear Systems Theory and Design, 1999.
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem IV
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EC/EE 405 ANALOG COMMUNICATION
Module I.
Introduction–communication process, source of information, communication channels;
Modulation – need, band width requirements – electromagnetic spectrum. Amplitude modulation
– principles – visual concepts, modulation factor and percentage of modulation, mathematical
relationship, component phasors, frequency spectrum, band selection. Amplitude modulators –
ISB modulators – VSB modulation. AM transmitters – low level, high level – SSB systems –
comparisons, mathematical analysis, SSB generation –SSB transmitters – filter method, phase
shift method, third method. AM receivers – TRF receivers, Super heterodyne receiver, Double
Super heterodyne receiver – SSB receiver – BFO, envelope detection, multi-channel Pilot carrier.
Module II.
Angle Modulation – mathematical analysis, principles, waveforms, frequency deviation,
frequency analysis, bandwidth requirement, phasor representation–pre-emphasis, de-emphasis.
FM modulators – direct, indirect, Phase modulators – direct. FM transmitters – direct FM,
indirect FM; FM receivers-block diagram– demodulators – Tuned circuit frequency
discriminators, slope detector, balanced slope detector, Foster-Seeley discriminators, ratio
detectors – FM noise suppression; FM stereo broadcasting-stereo transmitter, stereo receiver
(block level treatment only).
Module III.
Noise – external, internal – noise calculations, multiple noise sources, equivalent noise band
width – Noise figure – Effective noise temperature, noise figure in terms of available gain –
Noise in AM, angle modulation, pulse modulation – Performance of Communication systems –
noise representation- Comparison of coded and uncoded systems - Characteristics of receivers –
sensitivity, selectivity, double spotting, SNR – AGC circuitry – Performance of communication
receivers – Comparison study of AM, FM and PM.
Module IV.
Telephony –Simple telephone communication, classification of switching systems, Basics of a
switching system; Switches & Multiplexers, DTMF & Pulse signaling, Electronic switching –
stored program control, centralized and distributed SPC, enhanced services, Time division, space
division & combination switching, Signaling techniques; Traffic Engineering – Network traffic,
load and parameters, grade of service, blocking probability, traffic congestion.
Text Books:
George Kennedy, Electronic communication systems, McGraw Hill ,4th ed.
Thiagarajan-Viswanathan, Telecommunication Switching Systems and Networks, PHI Ltd, 2001
References:
Simon Haykin, Communication Systems, John Wiley & Sons, 2004.
Robert J Schoenbeck, Electronic Communications Modulation & Transmission, PHI Ltd, 2nd Ed.
Wayne Tomasi, Electronic Communications Systems (Fundamentals through Advanced), Pearson
Education 5th Ed.
B. P. Lathi, Communication Systems, B.S Publication, 2001
Taub & Schilling, Principles of Communication Systems, Tata McGraw Hill, 1991
Roddy & Coolen, Electronic Communications, Pearson Education/ Ltd, 4th Ed.
D. N. Krishnakumar, Telecommunication & Switching, Sanguine Publishers, 2006
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of
four modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to
answer either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem IV
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EC/EB/EI/EE/ 406 INDUSTRIAL & POWER ELETRONICS
Module I.
Power transistors - Design of high power amplifier – switching transistors - Parallel operation of
transistor - Power MOSFET - Operating principles - Structure and characteristics. Thyristors –
Classification & Constructional Details. SCR - Working principle - turn on, turn off and V - I
characteristics - gate characteristics, and rating: Series and parallel operation of SCR - TRIAC -
characteristics, modes of operation, Trigger circuits - magnetic & solid state , half- wave and fullwave
operation .
Module II.
Single phase controlled rectifiers - half-wave, full-wave, half-controlled and fully controlled -
typical waveforms with R, RL, RL with diode and RL with voltage source - voltage and current
equation for half-wave controlled rectifier. Three phase half-wave and full-wave controlled
rectifier with R load, waveforms. DC motor speed control - various schemes – multi quardrant
operation - simple circuits for speed control of series, PM and separately excited motors.
Module III.
Commutation schemes - (different classes) waveforms - single-phase invertors - series, parallel
and bridge -PWM invertor - square wave and sin wave output. Chopper circuits using SCR
transistor (detailed analysis not required) - Jones Chopper. A.C Motor speed control - various
schemes - electronic control of speed of induction motors and synchronous motors.
Module IV.
Static switches: dc & ac switches- DQG VZLWFKHV-design of static switches-Solid state relays.
Switching regulators - Basic concepts, analysis and design of Buck, Boost, Buck-Boost and
derived converters . UPS - Characteristics - Configuration – Application. Batteries:
Characteristics and selection-charging circuits.
Thyristor protection - over current, over voltage, di/dt, dv/dt, gate protection.
Industrial applications: Timer circuits - Flasher circuits-Electronic ballast, dielectric heating,
induction heating.
Text Book:
1. Muhammed H. Rashid, Power Electronics – Circuits, Devices and Applications, PHI Ltd, 3rd ed.
References:-
1..Power Electronics, IMPACT Learning Material Series, Indian Society for Technical
Education.
J. Michael Jacob, Power Electronics: Principles & Applications, Thomson Learning, New Delhi,
2. B. K. Bose, Modern Power Electronics And AC Drives, Pearson Education/ Prentice-Hall
3. Biswanath Paul, Industrial Electronics and Control, Prentice Hall of India, New Delhi, 2002
4. D W Hart, Introduction to Power Electronics, Pearson Education,1997
5. P C Sen, Power Electronics, Tata Mc Graw Hill, 2007
6. Singh & Khanchandani , Power Electronics, Tata Mc Graw Hill, 2nd ed.
7. Asghar M syed , Power Electronics, Prentice Hall of India, 2003
8. Hays , The art of Electronics, Cambridge University Press,1989
Type for questions for University Exams
Question (1) - Eight short answer question of five marks with two questions from each of four
modules
Question (2-5) - Two questions A & B of 15 Marks from each module with options to answer
either A or B.
CUSAT B.TECH Degree Course – Scheme of Examinations & Syllabus 2006 EE Sem IV
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CS/EB/EI/EC/EE 407 DIGITAL ELECTRONICS LAB
1. Half adder and full adder using NAND gates.
2. Code converters - Binary to Gray and gray to Binary using mode control
3. Binary addition and subtraction (a) 1’s complement (b) 2’s complement (using 7483)
4. BCD adder using 7483.
5. Study of MUX, DeMUX &Decoder Circuits and ICs
6. Set up R-S & JK flip flops using NAND Gates
7. Asynchronous UP / DOWN counter using JK Flip flops
8. Design and realization of sequence generators.
9. Study of shift registers and Implementation of Johnson and Ring counter using it.
10. Study of IC counters 7490, 7492, 7493 and 74192 or the CMOS equivalent.
11. Astable and monostable multi- vibrators using TTL gates.
12. Transfer characteristics and specifications of TTL gates
Note: 50% Mark is earmarked for continuous evaluation and 50% mark for end
semester examination, to be assessed by two examiners. A candidate shall secure a
minimum of 50% marks for two components to be eligible for pass in that subject.
EE 408 ELECTRICAL MEASUREMENTS LAB
Measurement of resistance using Wheatston’ s bridge
Measurement of resistance using Kelvin’ s double bridge
Measurement of self and mutual inductance of coupled coils
Measurement of KVAR in 3-phase circuits by single and two wattmeter method.
Calibration of ammeter using slide wire potentiometer
Calibration of Voltmeter using slide wire potentiometer
Measurement of internal resistance of battery using vernier potentiometer
Measurement of resistance of earth electrode using earth megger.
Calibration of wattmeter using vernier potentiometer
Determination of B-H curve
Determination of Hysterisis loop-tracing the loop using CRO
Calibration of single phase energy meter by direct and phantom loading
Calibration of single-phase energy meter at 0.5 & 0.866 p.f. without using phase
shifting transformer.
Calibration of 3-phase energy meter.
Adjustments in energy meter using rotating sub- standard.
Student shall present his/her fair record, notebook duly certified by the Head of the
Department, to the examiners at the time of University Practical examination.
Note: 50% Mark is earmarked for continuous evaluation and 50% mark for end
semester examination, to be assessed by two examiners. A candidate shall secure a
minimum of 50% marks for two components to be eligible for pass in that subject.