Department News
Live Session of PM Narendra Modi on Semicon India 2024
The objective of attending this live session was to provide students and faculty of the Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) department with insights into India’s semiconductor industry advancements. The session, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighted India’s vision and efforts to strengthen its position in the global semiconductor ecosystem through the Semicon India 2024 initiative.
The live session was broadcasted from the central conference on Semicon India 2024, where PM Modi addressed the nation’s growing semiconductor sector. He outlined the government’s efforts in attracting global semiconductor companies to India, the strategic partnerships being formed, and the investment opportunities available in the sector. The session included a comprehensive discussion on how India is positioned to become a global semiconductor hub, contributing to technological advancements, innovation, and job creation in the country.
Industrial Trip to CSIO, Chandigarh On 10th September, 2024
An industrial visit was organized to the Central Scientific Instruments Organization (CSIO), Chandigarh, for ECE students of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Engineering College on 10thSeptember, 2024. A total of 39 students were accompanied by faculty and staff members of BBSBEC. The purpose of the visit was to provide the students with an opportunity to gain practical knowledge about scientific instrumentation and its applications. In addition, it will help the students to understand the role of research in developing new technologies for industries such as healthcare, agriculture, and defense.
On the day of the visit, the students were taken on a tour of the premises. They were shown the different laboratories and facilities involved in the design, development, and manufacturing of instruments. The engineers explained the operations carried out there and answered the queries of the students.
During the visit, the students also had the opportunity to interact with some of the scientists working there. The students were encouraged to ask questions and get insights into the challenges in developing instruments that meet international standards. The engineers shared their experiences and offered guidance to the students, which was highly appreciated by the group.
Overall, the industrial visit to CSIO Chandigarh was highly informative and educational. It offered a firsthand experience of cutting-edge research in scientific instrumentation and its application in various industries. The exposure to advanced laboratories and interaction with experienced scientists provided valuable insights into the world of scientific research and development.
The major key takeaway of this visit is that constant research and collaboration between scientists, engineers, and industries are vital for technological advancement.
Workshop on Excel Foundation: Basic Formulas and Power Pivot Insights
The Student Chapter of IE(I) of ECE Department of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Engineering College, Fatehgarh Sahib conducted the Workshop on Excel Foundations: Basic Formulas And Power Pivot Insights on 22-23 August, 2024.The purpose of this workshop was to equip participants with advanced skills in using Excel functions, basic formulas, and Power Pivot for data analysis and business intelligence. In this workshop various topics of Excel were discussed like Introduction to Excel functions, basic formulas, advanced Excel functions, Introduction to Power Pivot, Data modelling and analysis using power pivot.
Interactive session with hands-on exercises and real world examples and case studies were discussed by the speaker of the workshop, Prof. Karamjit Singh.
Congratulations to all the participants. We encourage you to continue exploring new learning opportunities.
FDP on “Employbility Skills for Industry 4.0”
The Electronics & Communication Engineering Department of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Engineering College, Fatehgarh Sahib organized a Faculty Development Program on “Employability Skills for Industry 4.0” scheduled from 29 July–02 August, 2024 planned and organized By Entrepreneurship Development And Industrial Coordination (EDIC) Department, NITTTR, Chandigarh. The NITTTR Chandigarh has established its Remote Center at ECE department for the course to be conducted in online mode. All the speakers explained the key contents of the program in a very interesting manner to make the participants aware about the Industry 4.0. Almost 14 faculty members from various departments of our institute attended the course with great interest. The course coordinator Dr. KiranpreetKaur, HOD ECE Department, encouraged and motivated the faculty members for learning new Employability skills regarding Industry 4.0 and congratulated the participants for successfully attending the 5 day FDP through Remote Center.
TEEJ Celebration
Event: TEEJ Celebration
Date: August 14, 2023
Time: 2:00 PM
Organized by: Dr. Raju Sharma and Dr. Sonia
On August 14, 2023, the Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) department celebrated TEEJ with great enthusiasm and joy. The event, organized by Dr. Raju Sharma and Dr. Sonia, commenced at 2:00 PM and saw a vibrant gathering of students, faculty, and staff.
The celebration featured traditional TEEJ rituals, cultural performances, and various engaging activities that highlighted the significance of the festival. Participants enjoyed singing, dancing, and festive attire, creating a colorful and joyous atmosphere.
HOD Kiranpreet Kaur, delivered an inspiring speech on the cultural importance of TEEJ. She emphasized the value of celebrating such festivals to foster unity and cultural awareness within the department. Her presence and words added a significant touch to the celebration.
Dr. Raju Sharma and Dr. Sonia also spoke, appreciating the active participation and expressing gratitude towards everyone who contributed to making the event a success. Their efforts in organizing the event were highly commendable.
The TEEJ celebration by the ECE department was a resounding success, bringing the community together to honor tradition and culture in a lively and festive manner.
One Week Short Term Course
on
‘Employability Skills for Industry 4.0’
The Electronics and Communication Engineering Department of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Engineering College, Fatehgarh Sahib arranged a Short term Course on “Employability Skills for Industry 4.0” scheduled from 16 – 20 October, 2023 organized By Entrepreneurship Development And Industrial Coordination (EDIC) Department, NITTTR, Chandigarh. The course is conducted in online mode as Remote Center of NITTTR, Chandigarh. Dr. Niraj Bala, Course Coordinator cum Professor, EDIC Dept., NITTTR, Chandigarh inaugurated the course and engaged the first session by giving a brief introduction regarding the title ‘Industry 4.0’ also known as the Fourth Industrial Revolution that is transforming the way businesses operate, with technology at its core. This revolution has profound implications for the skills and competencies required by the workforce. To thrive in Industry 4.0, we need a diverse set of employability skills that go beyond technical knowledge. She explored the key employability skills essential for success in Industry 4.0 and how organizations and educational institutions can foster their development.
Almost 13 faculty members from various departments of our institute attended the course at the remote center. Total 4 remote centers and more than 100 participants from various prestigious institutions of India attended the course in online mode. All the Experts/speakers of the course were also from renowned institutes of India and shared their knowledge with the participants in an effective manner. The course was conducted under the guidance of Dr. Kiranpreet Kaur, HOD ECE Department, encouraging and motivating the faculty members for learning new Employability skills regarding Industry 4.0 that is characterized by the integration of digital technologies.
TWO DAY WORKSHOP ON EXCEL ESSENTIALS
The IE(I) student chapter (ECE department) of BBSBEC Fatehgarh Sahib in association with Institution’s Innovation Council organized two-day workshop on “Excel Essentials ” on 5-6 th Oct., 2023. The workshop focused on Navigation, Formatting and basic formulas and functions of Microsoft Excel. Prof. Karamjeet Singh, Assistant Professor in ECE Department at Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Engineering College, Fatehgarh Sahib was the eminent speaker. The speaker introduced the concepts of Microsoft Excel. He discussed the applications of this tool in the technical field & business world for analyzing data, creating charts, and presenting information the way decision makers want to see it. He also shared how Excel allow users to do complex calculations, organize data, and create reports using simple formulas and functions. Two of the most commonly used functions in Excel Vlookup and Hlookup were also discussed. There were around 50 participants from various departments. The Principal Dr.Lakhvir Singh congratulated all the participants. Dr.Kiranpreet Kaur (Head, ECE Department) appreciated the efforts of Prof. Karamjeet Singh.
Industrial Trip to BSNL, Patiala
An industrial visit was organised to BSNL Patiala for ECE students of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Engineering College on 6th September,2023. Total of 46 students were accompanied by faculty and staff members of BBSBEC. The purpose of the visit was to provide them with an opportunity to learn about the functioning and processes involved in the telecommunication industry. On the day of the visit, the students and faculty were welcomed by the staff of BSNL Patiala and they gave an overview of the various services offered by BSNL and its contribution to the telecommunication sector. The students were taken on a tour of the premises. They were shown the different departments and sections of BSNL Patiala, including the switch room, broadband section and transmission section. The BSNL officials explained the operations carried out in each department and answered the queries of the students. During the visit, the students also had the opportunity to interact with some of the employees of BSNL Patiala. They were encouraged to ask questions and get insights into the challenges and opportunities of working in the telecommunication industry. The employees shared their experiences and offered guidance to the students, which was highly appreciated by the group. Overall, the visit to BSNL Patiala was a great learning experience for the students. It provided them with practical exposure to the telecommunication industry, allowing them to gain valuable insights and knowledge. Moreover, the visitencouraged the students to consider career opportunities in the telecommunication sector and motivated them to pursue further studies in the field.
Seminar conducted on 18 August’2023
The Electronics & Communication Engineering Department of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Engineering College, Fatehgarh Sahib jointly with T&P cell, BBSBEC Innovation Council and
Internal Quality Assurance Cell conducted an expert talk on “Problem Solving and Idea Generation”. The talk was held on August 18, 2023, by Dr. Avtar Singh, Chief Researcher, Adama Science and Technology University, Ethiopia. The program was conducted to encourage and motivate the faculty and students for learning new skills. The speaker discussed the concept of Idea generation and analyzing as well as development stages of ideas to be converted into practical designs. The expert talk proceeded with highlighting the relationship between problem solving and idea generation along with innovation and successful entrepreneurship. The students might be able to develop problem solving skills, entrepreneurial skills, out of the box thinking along with importance of innovation and Idea generation. By becoming more disciplined and coming out of their comfort zones students will learn to share and propagate their ideas with their intelligence and capabilities.
E-Quiz On PHP
Electronics & Communication Engineering Department of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Engineering College, Fatehgarh Sahib organized an e-quiz on PHP on 19th May,2023 in the department. The e-quiz’s primary goal was to inculcate students’ interest in learning programming languages used in web development. i.e. in building creative and responsive web pages. Twenty seven students participated in the e-quiz. All the students performed quite well. Manpreet Kaur student of 8th semester ECE branch scored maximum marks and Komal Zasman student of 6th semester ECE branch scored second highest marks. Principal Sir,Dr. Lakhvir Singh and Dr. Kiranpreet Kaur,HoD(ECE) department congratulate the winners and motivate all the participants to learn about modern tools and programming languages to make themseves fit for current industry requirements.
Celebration of “World Telecommunication & Information Society Day”
Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Engineering College Fatehgarh Sahib celebrated “World Telecommunication & Information Society Day” jointly with IEI, Punjab and Chandigarh State Center on 17th May,2023. Institute of Engineers Chandigarh hosted the event in the premises of Engineers Bhawan, Madhya Marg, sector 19-A, Chandigarh. Around 50 students and 07 faculty members of Baba attended the event. Dr. Labh Singh, Chairman IEI welcomed the gathering. The theme of the event was empowering least developed countries through information and communication technology. The students were enlightened with valuable and knowledgeable thoughts of Mr. Sandeep Diwan, Former Chief General Manager, BSNL Chandigarh, Dr. Tulika Mehta, Director Kaizen Systems, Chandigarh and Er. Tanveer Singh. Project Manager IIT Bombay. Er. Swinder Singh, Honorary Secretary (IEI) delivered the vote of thanks and appreciated the participants. Students feel immersely benefited by gaining wealth of knowledge and expertise from field experts present there.
Two Days All India Seminar on
“Emerging Trends in Engineering Design & Technology”
Electronics & Communication Engineering department of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Engineering College, Fatehgarh Sahib has organized All India Seminar on “Emerging Trends in Engineering Design and Technology” on May 2-3, 2023 in association / collaboration with Punjab & Chandigarh State Centre under the Aegis of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering Division, IEI. The main objective of this seminar was to make the people aware of the current technological advances in Engineering design and technology. This is an initiative to engage the researchers in wider discussions, share ideas with academics and researchers from other institutes, learn from their experiences, and develop strategies as per future trends.
The Institution of Engineers (India) or IEI is the largest multidisciplinary professional body that encompasses various engineering disciplines and gives engineers a global platform to share professional interest, IEI functions among professional engineers, academicians and research workers.
Dr. Manjeet Singh Patterh, Professor ECE, Dean Research and Dean Faculty of Engg. & Tech.at Punjabi university Patiala, was The “Chief Guest” of the Seminar.Dr. patterh Enlighted the audience and participants about the requirements and benefits of emerging technologies and its applications.
Jagdeep Singh Cheema, Trust Member, BBSB Education Trust, Fatehgarh Sahib was the “Guest of Honour”.He congratulated the ECE department and our prestigious institute to organize the seminar and thanked the members of Institute of engineers India for granting BBSBEC for the seminar. He also wished the seminar a great success.
Expert Lecture on “How to Manage Your Mental Stress”
All students and faculty of Electronics & Communication Engineering department attended the lecture with full enthusiasm. Dr. R S Uppal was the Eminent Speaker for the day. Stress Management is an eye catching topic to be discussed nowadays.The speaker emphasis how to cope with stress in day to day life. He also talked about various strategies that can be used to reduce the mental stress. Students gained tips to manage stress and their emotions to improve their mental well being and concentration at work.
Industrial cum Educational Visit to Guru Gobind Singh Super Thermal Power Plant, Rupnagar
Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering along with Electrical Engineering organized the Industrial cum Educational Visit to Guru Gobind Singh Super Thermal Power Plant, Rupnagar on 06/03/2023. Around 45 students of Electronics & Communication Engineering and Electrical Engineering visited the Thermal Power Plant. Students learnt about the overall set-up and working of the plant.They gain hands-on experience about various processes and operations of power generation/transmission.
MoU with Advance Tech India PVT. LTD. Chandigarh
Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Engineering College, Fatehgarh Sahib signed a MoU with Advance Tech India PVT. LTD., Chandigarh. Officials from ATECH interacted with final year students prior to the interview process and highlighted the scope of MoU i.e. assistance for industrial visits, Expert Lectures and placement after training. Final year students of ECE and Mechanical Engineering branch appeared in interview. Out of which four students got selected. 
Manpreet Kaur(B.Tech ECE) and Raman Kumar (B.Tech ME) are selected with stipend of Rs 8000 for 6 month internship period and offered a package of 2.6-3 lakh per annum after training. Gursharan Singh (B.Tech ECE) and Ravi (B.Tech ME) are selected with stipend of Rs 8000 from 3rd month of internship period and offered a package of 2.6-3 lakh per annum after training.Principal Dr. Lakhvir Singh, Dr. B.S Bhullar HoD(ME) and Dr. Kiranpreet Kaur HoD(ECE) congratulated the students for their achievements.
Our ECE student Lavpreet Kaur and Damanpal Singh were Awarded Best Paper Award at “International Conference in Electronics and Communicagtion, Renewable Energy and IoTs: Vision 2040” held at The Institution of Engineers (India), Punjab and Chandigarh State Center during 7-8-Sept, 2019.
Our ECE student Yadwinder Singh (under the guidance of Prof. Kamaldeep Kaur), was Awarded 3rd Prize for Best paper in Technical Session at “International Conference in Electronics and Communicagtion, Renewable Energy and IoTs: Vision 2040” held at The Institution of Engineers (India), Punjab and Chandigarh State Center during 7-8-Sept, 2019
Dr. RS Uppal has chaired the session during an international conference on sustainability (ICKSSD-2019) at Guru Gobind Singh Inderprastha University, new Delhi on 25-26 Sept, 2019
Prof Daljeet Singh, AP, Deptt of ECE presented his research work in two international conference at Rome( Italy) and Sydney, Australia).
- Analyzing the Impacts of Technological Trends on Society, Sydney, Australia on 5-6 September 2019.
- A Study of E-Waste Management at Rome, Italy on 20-21 April 2019.
Best Paper Award by ECE Students
Our ECE student Lavpreet Kaur and Damanpal Singh were Awarded Best Paper Award at “International Conference in Electronics and Communicagtion, Renewable Energy and IoTs: Vision 2040” held at The Institution of Engineers (India), Punjab and Chandigarh State Center during 7-8-Sept, 2019.
Learning Together – A workshop on MATLAB
Prof. Navpreet Kaur, Prof.Supreet Singh and Prof.Karamjeet Singh gave handsome experience on “MATLAB” to 3rd year students on 18-08-2017. Three different session were conducted for same.
Engineer’s Day Celebration
1. Our department students participated in IE(I) Chandigarh event on 15th Sept. as a part of Engineers day celebrations. Prof Kiranpreet Kaur & Prof Amrit Kaur accompanied & motivated students for this state level technical Event.
2. Our students demonstrated 12 projects in the college Engineers day celebration. Prof Simranpreet Kaur & Prof Raju Sharma planned this student event in professional manner.
Seminar on 4G
Experts from Relance Mohali organized workshop on 4G on 14th Sept. 2016.
Seminar
S. Sukhjinder Singh, Design Manager, Analog Devices, USA is delivering a guest lecture to Electronics and Communication Engineering students.
Prof. Tripatjot Singh (ECE) presenting paper during the 17th International Conference on Electrical, Computer, Electronics and Communication Engineering, London, August 20-21, 2015.