BS in Electrical Engineering

The Electrical Engineering program at Habib University aims to produce competent electrical engineers who:

1. Exhibit broad-based technical excellence in their engineering practice and in other professional dealings.
2. Are aware of the impact of their work on society and environment.
3. Are capable of leading through a pluralistic approach.
4. Engage in the lifelong process of independent and reflective learning.

Following Program Learning Outcomes (PLO) are designed to prepare graduates to attain the program educational objectives and subsume the PLOs of Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) and Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).

Electrical engineering program at Habib University aims to produce engineers who, at the time of graduation, have

1. Engineering Knowledge: an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems;
2. Problem Analysis: an ability to identify, formulate, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering;
3. Design of solutions: an ability to design solutions for complex engineering problems and design systems, components or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations;
4. Investigation: an ability to investigate complex engineering problems in a methodical way including literature survey, design and conduct of experiments, analysis and interpretation of experimental data, and synthesis of information to derive valid conclusions;
5. Modern tool usage: an ability to create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations;
6. Contextual Awareness: an ability to apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practice and solution to complex engineering problems;
7. Environment and Sustainability: an ability to understand the impact of professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate knowledge of and need for sustainable development;
8. Ethics: the ability to apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics, responsibilities, and norms of engineering practice;
9. Collaboration: an ability to work effectively, as an individual or in a team, on multifaceted and/or multidisciplinary settings;
10. Communication: an ability to communicate effectively, orally as well as in writing, on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large;
11. Project Management: an ability to demonstrate management skills as a member and/or leader in a team, to manage projects in a multidisciplinary environment;
12. Lifelong learning: an ability to recognize importance of, and pursue lifelong learning in the broader context of innovation and technological developments.

A major in BS Electrical Engineering requires completion of a minimum of 43 courses with a minimum of 134 credit-hours of coursework, and a minimum CGPA of 2.33, as shown in the table below:

¹ Three courses double counted in Habib Liberal core as well as two in Engineering Sciences & Mathematics, and one in Design.

² Electives can be with or without labs. However, if the electives are offered with labs then those labs would be mandatory for graduation. The student must take at least 2 (out of 4) EE electives with lab to complete the graduating requirements.

Through Electrical Engineering breadth courses, every student is exposed to various concentrations within Electrical Engineering. The program further offers students the flexibility to specialize in one of the following thrust areas, by appropriately choosing electives in these areas. The elective courses can be selected in consultation with their academic advisor. Additionally, the Electrical Engineering seminar is offered in students’ junior year to expose them to a diverse set of specializations within EE.

• Control and Robotics
  Control technology exists in the background in airplanes, spacecraft, factories, cell phones, and even communication networks. Control theory helps us understand how systems (engineered and natural) behave, and essentially allows us to design means to control them and make them act in the desired manner. It is also at the heart of any robotic system. Robotics is in fact an interdisciplinary area involving Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Computer Science. Robotic systems are increasingly being employed in all areas of life: they exist as self-driving cars on our roads, surgical robots in healthcare, special purpose arms in industries, space exploration rovers, disaster handlers, and hopefully as service robots in our homes. With the ever-increasing utilization of robotic systems, the demand for properly trained engineers in robotics is also increasing.
• Electronics and Embedded Systems
  Electronic systems are ubiquitous in today’s consumer, industrial, automotive, medical, commercial, and military devices. The percentage of electronics in even traditionally mechanical systems, such as automobiles, has steadily increased to more than 30% and is expected to increase further. This trend of ‘electronification’ of society, coupled with the availability of inexpensive but powerful embedded systems, opens up a huge valley of opportunities for well-trained electronic engineers and entrepreneurs.
• Power and Energy Systems
  Ready availability of electrical power at a reasonable price is essential for the economic development of a country. In order to come out of the current energy crisis, Pakistan needs thoughtful electrical engineers with technical expertise in the area of energy systems (power generation, transmission, and distribution), and the contextual awareness to develop the best possible solution to our crisis.
• Telecommunications & Networks
  Cellular mobile phone networks, satellite and fiber-optics communication systems, and global positioning systems are playing a fundamental role in increasing the quality of life and improving the efficiency of the service sector. A well-knit telecommunications infrastructure is essential for the economic development of a country. In Pakistan we are witnessing the introduction of 4G LTE and 5G cellular phone systems, proliferation of data networks, and a shift towards electronically facilitated services by both the public and private sector. Telecommunications thrust is intended to sustain the positive growth in this industry by providing adequately trained technical managers, leaders, and entrepreneurs.

The students of EE Major are required to complete a minimum of 43 courses and 134 credit-hours over their 4-year journey (8 semesters). A set of recommended courses (semester-wise) fall under the following course categories:

Category 1 – Habib Liberal Core (HLC), also known as the University Core, is a common curriculum designed for all Habib University students as a mandatory requirement. A total of 10 courses are included in the HLC/University Core.

Category 2 – Engineering Sciences & Computing. Each student has to complete a total of 08 courses under the Engineering Sciences & Computing category.

Category 3 – Circuits and Electronics. Each student has to complete a total of 06 courses under the Circuits and Electronics category.

Category 4 – Design. Each student has to complete a total of 05 courses under the Design category.

Category 5 – Digital Systems. Each student has to complete a total of 03 courses under the Digital Systems category.

Category 6 – Systems Theory. Each student has to complete a total of 03 courses under the Systems Theory category.

Category 7 – Power Systems. Each student has to complete 03 courses under the Power Systems category.

Category 8 – EE Elective. Each student has to complete 05 courses under the EE Elective category.

Category 9 – EE/CE/CS Elective. Each student has to complete 01 course under the EE/CE/CS Elective category.

Category 10 – Interdisciplinary Engineering Elective. Each student has to complete 01 course under the Interdisciplinary Engineering Elective category.

Category 11 – Professional Practices. Each student has to complete 02 courses under the Professional Practices category.

Note 1 – *Electives can be with or without labs. However, if the electives are offered with labs then those labs would be mandatory for graduation. The student must take at least 2 (out of 4) electives with lab to complete the graduating requirements.

Note 2 – **Internship is mandatory for graduation (6-8 weeks during third or fourth year of graduation).

Note 3 – ***EE/CE/CS Elective (200-level & above) to be taken in 5th semester (or in later semesters).

As a graduate of the Electrical Engineering degree program, you will have diverse interests and the ability to any career of your choice. You will be well placed to pursue a variety of careers:

• Analyst software engineer
• Design engineer
• Efficiency engineer
• Innovation specialist
• Lecturer
• Plant operation executive
• Production engineer
• Product innovation manager
• Trainee engineer
• Software engineer

You will also be ideally placed to continue with your academic journeys, and pursue graduate studies anywhere in the world.