Department Profile

Electrical and Electronics Engineering is being an integral part of our digital world. Electrical Engineers can build intelligent systems ranging from low power devices to high power systems. Electrical Engineers are in fact, the driving force behind the development of smart phones, electric vehicles, industrial robots, the latest medical equipment and much more.

Dr.K.Karunanithi

Professor & Head

Dept. of Electrical & Electronics Engineering

The Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE), established in 1997, offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes, with specializations in Computer Systems and Electric Vehicles. The department also offers minor degrees in Electric Vehicle Technology and Renewable Energy Sources, along with an Honours degree in Smart Grid Technologies.
Over the years, the department has achieved several significant milestones, including NBA accreditation and the establishment of an AICTE IDEA Lab with a grant of ₹90 lakh. The department has a faculty team with 100% Ph.D. qualifications, comprising 18 recognized Ph.D. supervisors. It currently has 21 research scholars and has produced 19 Ph.D. graduates.
The department has made significant contributions to research and innovation, with 1440 Scopus-indexed publications, including 50 Q1 publications, 3,157 citations, an h-index of 24, and nine granted patents. Its research activities have been supported by grants amounting to ₹27.03 lakh from the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and ₹9.10 lakh from EDII-TN. Faculty members have also secured innovation grants and contributed to patents, research publications, and technology development in areas such as renewable energy, electric vehicles, smart grids, and assistive technologies.
In addition to its academic and research achievements, the department actively promotes student excellence through industry placements, competitive examinations, higher education opportunities, innovation competitions, and participation in national-level events, where students have earned notable achievements.
These accomplishments reflect the department’s continued commitment to academic excellence, research and innovation, industry collaboration, and outcome-based education, while preparing students to meet emerging technological challenges and contribute to sustainable societal development.

Vision

To offer quality education in Electrical and Electronics Engineering that builds strong principles, enhances employability skills, promotes interdisciplinary research and develops leaders capable of delivering technological solutions to societal and industrial challenges.

Mission

M1	To provide strong fundamentals and globally relevant education through outcome-based teaching and learning.
M2	To enhance academic, industry and international collaborations for experiential learning, leadership development, teamwork and employability.
M3	To foster a research-oriented academic environment that promotes innovation, interdisciplinary learning, and solutions to industrial challenges and societal needs.
M4	To instil ethical values, sustainability, social responsibility, respect for diversity and lifelong learning in engineering practices

Programme Educational Objectives

After few years of graduation, graduates will be able to

PEO1	Design and analyse electrical and electronic systems by applying the knowledge of mathematics and engineering.
PEO2	Provide practical solution to multidisciplinary societal problems through innovative ideas
PEO3	Secure positions and continue as valued, creative, and proficient employees in a wide variety of fields and industries, for a rewarding career.

Programme Outcomes(POs)

Electrical & Electronics Engineering Graduates will be able to:

PO1: Engineering Knowledge: Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, computing, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization as specified in WK1 to WK4 respectively to develop to the solution of complex engineering problems.
PO2: Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions with consideration for sustainable development. (WK1 to WK4)
PO3: Design/Development of Solutions: Design creative solutions for complex engineering problems and design/develop systems/components/processes to meet identified needs with consideration for the public health and safety, whole-life cost, net zero carbon, culture, society and environment as required. (WK5)
PO4: Conduct Investigations of Complex Problems: Conduct investigations of complex engineering problems using research-based knowledge including design of experiments, modelling, analysis & interpretation of data to provide valid conclusions. (WK8)
PO5: Engineering Tool Usage: Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources and modern engineering & IT tools, including prediction and modelling recognizing their limitations to solve complex engineering problems. (WK2 and WK6)
PO6: The Engineer and The World: Analyze and evaluate societal and environmental aspects while solving complex engineering problems for its impact on sustainability with reference to economy, health, safety, legal framework, culture and environment (WK1, WK5, and WK7).
PO7: Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics, human values, diversity and inclusion; adhere to national & international laws. (WK9)
PO8: Individual and Collaborative Team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse/multi-disciplinary teams.
PO9: Communication: Communicate effectively and inclusively within the engineering community and society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations considering cultural, language, and learning differences.
PO10: Project Management and Finance: Apply knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and economic decision-making and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, and to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
PO11: Life-Long Learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability for i) independent and life-long learning ii) adaptability to new and emerging technologies and iii) critical thinking in the broadest context of technological change. (WK8)

*WK – Knowledge and Attitude Profile

Programme Specific Outcomes(PSOs)

PSO1	Apply fundamental of mathematics, physical sciences and electrical & electronics engineering to analyze and solve complex real-world problems..
PSO2	Design, develop and implement electrical, electronics and allied engineering systems to meet the demands of industry and suggest solutions for social needs.