Course Overview:
Avionics Engineering focuses on the design, development, and maintenance of electronic systems used in aircraft and spacecraft. The 4-year B.Tech course covers avionics systems, navigation, communication, radar, and control systems. Graduates find opportunities in aerospace and defense sectors.
Duration:
4 years (8 semesters)
Course Name:
B.Tech / B.E. in Avionics Engineering
Syllabus (Semester-wise):
Semester 1:
Mathematics-I
Physics
Chemistry
Introduction to Engineering
Engineering Mechanics
Basic Electronics Engineering
Environmental Science
Semester 2:
Mathematics-II
Electromagnetic Theory
Signals and Systems
Analog Circuits
Computer Programming
Basic Electrical Engineering
Engineering Drawing
Semester 3:
Mathematics-III
Digital Electronics
Control Systems
Microprocessors and Microcontrollers
Avionics Systems and Instruments
Aerodynamics
Circuit Theory
Semester 4:
Aircraft Communication Systems
Radar Systems and Applications
Navigation Systems
Aircraft Electrical Systems
Embedded Systems Design
Materials Science for Aviation
Thermodynamics
Semester 5:
Flight Control Systems
Aircraft Navigation and Surveillance Systems
Digital Signal Processing
Avionics Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Power Electronics and Drives
Elective I (e.g., Aerospace Materials, Aircraft Propulsion)
Semester 6:
Satellite Communication Systems
RF and Microwave Engineering
Avionics Embedded Systems
Instrumentation and Sensors in Aviation
Aircraft Simulation and Testing
Elective II (e.g., Space Systems, Advanced Radar Systems)
Minor Project
Semester 7:
Avionics Software Development
Aircraft Data Networks
Advanced Avionics Systems
Elective III (e.g., Space Avionics, UAV Avionics)
Aviation Regulations and Standards
Major Project – Phase I
Semester 8:
Aircraft System Integration and Control
Aerospace Engineering
Avionics in Spacecraft
Seminar
Major Project – Phase II
Average Fees:
INR 2 - 5 Lakhs per year
Exams to Attend:
JEE Main (Joint Entrance Examination)
JEE Advanced
State-level entrance exams (KEAM, KCET, MHT CET, WBJEE, etc.)
Private university entrance exams (e.g., BITSAT, VITEEE, SRMJEEE)
Top 10 Institutions for Avionics Engineering in India (Combined Ranking):
Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), Thiruvananthapuram
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras
Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur
Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal
National Institute of Technology (NIT) Trichy
Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, Chennai
SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai
Top 10 Institutions in Kerala for Avionics Engineering:
Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), Thiruvananthapuram
College of Engineering, Trivandrum
Government Engineering College, Thrissur
TKM College of Engineering, Kollam
Rajagiri School of Engineering & Technology, Kochi
Mar Athanasius College of Engineering, Kothamangalam
Federal Institute of Science and Technology (FISAT), Angamaly
SCMS School of Engineering and Technology, Ernakulam
Amal Jyothi College of Engineering, Kanjirappally
Saintgits College of Engineering, Kottayam