To provide an environment to enhance and groom the young generation to become engineer with excellence.
BE Electrical Engineering
Electrical Engineering encompasses the study, design, and application of equipment, devices, and systems that utilize electricity and electronics. The Department of Electrical Engineering at Ziauddin University, North Nazimabad, Karachi, offers a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) program in Electrical Engineering, typically spanning four years (8 semesters) and conducted in the morning. This program is approved by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and accredited by the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC).
Mission
Programme Educational Objectives
PEO 1: To produce graduates that are technically skilful and competent to formulate, analyse and solve complex engineering problems using appropriate technological tools and techniques.
PEO 2: To produce employable graduates with effective communication skills that successfully & ethically practice electrical engineering and technology-related fields.
PEO 3: To produce graduates motivated for lifelong learning through research and entrepreneurship.
PEO 4: To produce graduates with the capacity to work as an effective team member and strong leadership qualities
Programme Learning Outcomes
PLO 1: Engineering Knowledge:
An ability to apply knowledge of Electrical Engineering fundamentals, applied mathematics, management science and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex Electrical Engineering problems.
PLO 2: Problem Analysis:
An ability to identify, formulate, research literature and analyze complex Electrical Engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using Electrical Engineering principles, natural sciences and engineering sciences.
PLO 3: Design/Development of Solutions:
An ability to design solutions for complex Electrical 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.
PLO 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.
PLO 5: Modern Tool Usage:
An ability to create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex engineering activities, with an understanding of the limitations.
PLO 6: The Engineer and Society:
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.
PLO 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.
PLO 8: Ethics:
Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering practice.
PLO 9: Individual and Team Work:
An ability to work effectively, as an individual or in a team, on multifaceted and /or multidisciplinary settings.
PLO 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, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
PLO 11: Project Management:
An ability to demonstrate management skills and apply engineering principles to one’s own work, as a member and/or leader in a team, to manage projects in a multidisciplinary environment.
PLO 12: Lifelong Learning:
An ability to recognize importance of, and pursue lifelong learning in the broader context of innovation and technological developments.
HSc., (Pre-Engineering) or A-Level (with Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry) or DAE in (Electrical / Electronics), with 60% and above.
Duration of Programme
BE Electrical Engineering | 04 Years |
| First Year – Semester I | |||
| Code | Course | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-requisite |
| HS-105 | Functional English | 2+0 | – |
| NS-109 | Calculus and Analytical Geometry | 3+0 | – |
| EE-103T | Linear Circuit Analysis | 3+0 | – |
| EE-103L | Linear Circuit Analysis | 0+1 | – |
| CS-100T | Introduction to Computing | 1+0 | – |
| CS-100L | Introduction to Computing | 0+1 | – |
| HS-101 | Islamic Studies | 2+0 | – |
| HS-102 | Ethical Behavior | – | |
| NS-105T | Applied Physics | 3+0 | – |
| NS-105L | Applied Physics | 0+1 | – |
| Total | 14+3=17 | ||
| First Year – Semester II | |||
| Code | Course | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-requisite |
| NS-112 | Differential Equations | 3+0 | – |
| HS-114 | Communication and Presentation Skills | 3+0 | (HS-105) Functional English |
| EE-101 | Workshop Practices | 0+1 | – |
| HS-103 | Pakistan Studies | 2+0 | – |
| CS-104T | Programming Fundamentals | 3+0 | (CS-100T) Introduction to Computing |
| CS-104L | Programming Fundamentals | 0+1 | (CS-100L) Introduction to Computing |
| EE-108T | Electronic Devices and Circuits | 3+0 | (NS-109) Calculus and Analytical Geometry |
| EE-108L | Electronic Devices and Circuits | 0+1 | (EE-103L) Linear Circuit Analysis |
| Total | 14+3=17 | ||
| Second Year – Semester III | |||
| Code | Course | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-requisite |
| ME-101T | Basic Mechanical Engineering | 2+0 | – |
| ME-101L | Basic Mechanical Engineering | 0+1 | – |
| NS-221 | Complex Variables and Transforms | 3+0 | (NS-109) Calculus and Analytical Geometry |
| EE-212T | Digital Logic Design | 3+0 | (EE-108T) Electronic Devices and Circuits |
| EE-212L | Digital Logic Design | 0+1 | (EE-108L) Electronic Devices and Circuits |
| CS-211T | Data Structure & Algorithm | 3+0 | (CS-104T) Programming Fundamentals |
| CS-211L | Data Structure & Algorithm | 0+1 | (CS-104L) Programming Fundamentals |
| EE-211T | Electrical Network Analysis | 3+0 | (EE-103T) Linear Circuit Analysis |
| EE-211L | Electrical Network Analysis | 0+1 | (EE-103L) Linear Circuit Analysis |
| Total | 14+4=18 | ||
| Second Year – Semester IV | |||
| Code | Course | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-requisite |
| CV-105T | Basic Civil Engineering | 2+0 | – |
| CV-105L | Basic Civil Engineering | 0+1 | |
| NS-201 | Linear Algebra | 3+0 | – |
| EE-234T | Instrumentation & Measurements | 3+0 | (EE-108T) Electronic Devices and Circuits |
| EE-234L | Instrumentation & Measurements | 0+1 | (EE-108L) Electronic Devices and Circuits |
| EE-232 | Electromagnetic Field Theory | 3+0 | – |
| EE-231T | Signals and Systems | 3+0 | (NS-221) Complex Variables and Transforms |
| EE-231L | Signals and Systems | 0+1 | (NS-221) Complex Variables and Transforms |
| EE-214 | Computer Aided Engineering Drawing | 0+1 | (CS-100T) Introduction to Computing |
| Total | 14+4=18 | ||
| Third Year – Semester V | |||
| Code | Course | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-requisite |
| EE-325T | Electrical Machines | 3+0 | (EE-211T) Electrical Network Analysis |
| EE-325L | Electrical Machines | 0+1 | (EE-211L) Electrical Network Analysis |
| EE-324 | Probability Methods in Engineering | 3+0 | (NS-109) Calculus and Analytical Geometry |
| HS-222 | Technical Report Writing | 3+0 | (HS-105) Functional English |
| EE-355T | Power Distribution & Utilization | 3+0 | (EE-211T) Electrical Network Analysis |
| EE-355L | Power Distribution & Utilization | 0+1 | (EE-211L) Electrical Network Analysis |
| EE-326T | Introduction to Embedded Systems | 3+0 | (EE-212T) Digital Logic Design |
| (CS-104T) Programming Fundamentals | |||
| EE-326L | Introduction to Embedded Systems | 0+1 | (EE-212L) Digital Logic Design |
| (CS-104L) Programming Fundamentals | |||
| Total | 15+3=18 | ||
| Fourth Year – Semester VI | |||
| Code | Course | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-requisite |
| EE-354T | Electrical Power Transmission | 3+0 | (EE-211T) Electrical Network Analysis |
| EE-354L | Electrical Power Transmission | 0+1 | (EE-211L) Electrical Network Analysis |
| HS-302 | Organizational Behavior | 3+0 | – |
| NS-321 | Numerical Analysis | 3+0 | (NS-109) Calculus and Analytical Geometry |
| EE-341T | Linear Control Systems | 3+0 | (EE-231T) Signals and Systems |
| EE-341L | Linear Control Systems | 0+1 | (EE-231L) Signals and Systems |
| EE-331T | Power System Analysis | 3+0 | (EE-211T) Electrical Network Analysis |
| EE-331L | Power System Analysis | 0+1 | (EE-211L) Electrical Network Analysis |
| Total | 15+3=18 | ||
| Fourth Year – Semester VII | |||
| Code | Course | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-requisite |
| EE-XXXT | Depth Elective-I | 3+0 | – |
| EE-XXXL | Depth Elective-I | 0+1 | |
| MS-478 | Project Management | 3+0 | – |
| MS-413 | Engineering Economics | 3+0 | – |
| EE-451 | Electrical Power Generation | 3+0 | (EE-211T) Electrical Network Analysis |
| EE-471 | Final Year Project – I | 0+3 | – |
| Total | 12+4=16 | ||
| Fourth Year – Semester VIII | |||
| EE-XXX | Depth Elective – II | 3+0 | – |
| MS-403 | Entrepreneurship | 3+0 | – |
| EE-452T | Communication Systems | 3+0 | (EE-231T) Signals and Systems |
| (EE-324) Probability Methods in Engineering | |||
| EE-452L | Communication Systems | 0+1 | (EE-231L) Signals and Systems |
| (EE-324) Probability Methods in Engineering | |||
| EE-481 | Final Year Project – II | 0+3 | – |
| Total | 9+4=13 | ||
| Total Credit Hrs. | 135 | ||
BE Electrical engineering (List of Electivies)
| IDEE | ||
| Code | Course | Cr. Hrs. |
| ME-101T | Basic Mechanical Engineering | 2+0 |
| ME-101L | Basic Mechanical Engineering | 0+1 |
| CV-105T | Basic Civil Engineering | 2+0 |
| CV-105L | Basic Civil Engineering | 0+1 |
| Depth Elective – I | ||
| Code | Course | Cr. Hrs. |
| EE-352T | Power Electronics | 3+0 |
| EE-352L | Power Electronics | 0+1 |
| EE-353T | Power Electronics and Industrial Drives | 3+0 |
| EE-353L | Power Electronics and Industrial Drives | 0+1 |
| EE-453T | Power System Protection | 3+0 |
| EE-453L | Power System Protection | 0+1 |
| EE-466T | Digital Control Systems | 3+0 |
| EE-466L | Digital Control Systems | 0+1 |
| Depth Elective – II | ||
| Code | Course | Cr. Hrs. |
| EE-454 | Power System Stability & Control | 3+0 |
| EE-464 | Renewable Energy Systems | 3+0 |
| EE-462 | Advance Electrical Machines | 3+0 |
| EE-463 | High Voltage Engineering | 3+0 |
| EE-469 | PLC and Industrial Drives | 3+0 |
| EE-474 | Smart Grid | 3+0 |
| Social Sciences Elective (SSE) | ||
| Code | Course | Cr. Hrs. |
| HS-302 | Organizational Behavior | 3+0 |
| HS-403 | Professional Psychology | 3+0 |
| Management Sciences Elective (MSE) | ||
| Code | Course | Cr. Hrs. |
| MS-403 | Entrepreneurship | 3+0 |
| MS-478 | Project Management | 3+0 |
| MS-413 | Engineering Economics | 3+0 |
A BE Electrical Engineering opens up a wide range of career prospects for graduates such as:
Electrical / Electronic Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, Power Systems Engineer, Renewable Energy Engineer, Telecommunications Engineering, Instrumentation Engineer, Entrepreneur, Academic and Research Positions.
HSc., (Pre-Engineering) or A-Level (with Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry) or DAE in (Electrical / Electronics), with 60% and above.
| BE Electrical Engineering | Per Cr. Hr | Cr. Hrs. | Total (PKR) |
| Tuition | 2,700 | 17 | 45,900 |
| Examination | 250 | 17 | 4,250 |
| Semester Registration | 5,000 | ||
| Student Activity | 2,000 | ||
| Sub-Total | 57,150 | ||
| Admission (One Time Only) | 10,000 | ||
| Security Deposit (One Time Only and Refundable) | 5,000 | ||
| Grand Total (1st Semester) | 72,150 |
Note:
The University reserves the right to modify the fees (if required). Fees once deposited is non-refundable, except security deposit. Admission processing fee PKR 2500 is applicable.
Introduction
Electrical Engineering is the study, design and application of equipment, devices and systems which use electricity and electronics. The Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Electrical Engineering is typically 4 years (8 Semesters) morning program offered by the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Ziauddin University, North Nazimabad, Karachi. The program is approved by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC).
Program Educational Objectives
- PEO 1: To produce graduates that are technically skillful and competent to formulate, analyze and solve complex engineering problems using appropriate technological tools and techniques.
- PEO 2: To produce employable graduates with effective communication skills that successfully & ethically practice electrical engineering and technology-related fields.
- PEO 3: To produce graduates motivated for lifelong learning through research and entrepreneurship.
- PEO 4: To produce graduates with the capacity to work as an effective team member and strong leadership qualities
Program Learning Outcomes
Program learning outcomes are the knowledge, skills, and capabilities students should possess by the time of graduation. The ZUFEST Electrical Engineering program prepares students to attain the educational objectives by ensuring
- PLO 1: Engineering Knowledge: An ability to apply knowledge of computer science, software engineering fundamentals, applied mathematics, management science and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex software engineering problems.
- PLO 2: Problem Analysis: An ability to identify, formulate, research literature and analyze complex software engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using software engineering principles, natural sciences and engineering sciences.
- PLO3: Design/Development of Solutions: An ability to design solutions for complex software 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.
- PLO 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.
- PLO 5: Modern Tool Usage: An ability to create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modeling, to complex engineering activities, with an understanding of the limitations.
- PLO 6: The Engineer and Society: 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.
- PLO 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 goals (SDGs).
- PLO 8: Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering practice.
- PLO 9: Individual and Team Work: An ability to work effectively, as an individual or in a team, on multifaceted and /or multidisciplinary settings.
- PLO 10: Communication: ability to communicate effectively, orally as well as in writing, on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
- PLO 11: Project Management: ability to demonstrate management skills and apply engineering principles to one’s own work, as a member and/or leader in a team, to manage projects in a multidisciplinary environment.
- PLO 12: Lifelong Learning: ability to recognize importance of, and pursue lifelong learning in the broader context of innovation and technological developments.
Scope and Opportunities
Program learning outcomes are the knowledge, skills, and capabilities students should possess by the time of graduation. The ZUFEST Electrical Engineering program prepares students to attain the educational objectives by ensuring
- Design, plan, research, evaluate and test electrical and electronic equipment and systems.
- Employed by electrical utilities, communication companies, manufacturers of electrical and electronic equipment, consulting firms.
Scheme of Studies (1st Semester)
| CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
| HS-105 | Functional English | 2+0 |
| NS-109 | Calculus and Analytical Geometry | 3+0 |
| EE-103 | Linear Circuit Analysis | 3+1 |
| CS-100 | Introduction to Computing | 1+1 |
| HS-101/HS-102 | Islamic Studies/Ethical Behavior | 2+0 |
| NS-105 | Applied Physics | 3+1 |
| Total | 17 |
Scheme of Studies (2nd Semester)
| CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
| NS-112 | Differential Equations | 3+0 |
| HS-114 | Communication and Presentation Skills | 3+0 |
| EE-101 | Workshop Practices | 0+1 |
| HS-103 | Pakistan Studies | 2+0 |
| CS-104 | Programming Fundamentals | 3+1 |
| EE-108 | Electronic Devices and Circuits | 3+1 |
| Total | 17 |
Scheme of Studies (3rd Semester)
| CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
| ME-101 | Basic Mechanical Engineering | 2+1 |
| NS-221 | Complex Variables and Transforms | 3+0 |
| EE-212 | Digital Logic Design | 3+1 |
| CS-211 | Data Structure & Algorithm | 3+1 |
| EE-211 | Electrical Network Analysis | 3+1 |
| Total | 18 |
Scheme of Studies (4th Semester)
| CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
| CV-105 | Basic Civil Engineering | 2+1 |
| NS-201 | Linear Algebra | 3+0 |
| EE-234 | Instrumentation &Measurements | 3+1 |
| EE-232 | Electromagnetic Field Theory | 3+0 |
| EE-231 | Signals and Systems | 3+1 |
| EE-214 | Computer-Aided Engineering Drawing | 0+1 |
| Total | 14+4=18 |
Scheme of Studies (5th Semester)
| Code | Course | Cr. Hrs. |
| EE-325 | Electrical Machines | 3+1 |
| EE-324 | Probability Methods in Engineering | 3+0 |
| HS-222 | Technical Report Writing | 3+0 |
| EE-355 | Power Distribution & Utilization | 3+1 |
| EE-326 | Introduction to Embedded Systems | 3+1 |
| Total | 15+3=18 |
Scheme of Studies (6th Semester)
| Code | Course | Cr. Hrs. |
| EE-354 | Electrical Power Transmission | 3+1 |
| MS-302 | Organizational Behavior | 3+0 |
| NS-321 | Numerical Analysis | 3+0 |
| EE-341 | Linear Control Systems | 3+1 |
| EE-331 | Power System Analysis | 3+1 |
| Total | 15+3=18 |
Scheme of Studies (7th Semester)
| Code | Course | Cr. Hrs. |
| EE-XXX | Depth Elective – I | 3+1 |
| MS-412 | Project Management | 3+0 |
| MS-413 | Engineering Economics | 3+0 |
| EE-451 | Electrical Power Generation | 3+0 |
| EE-471 | Final Year Project – I | 0+3 |
| Total | 12+4=16 |
Scheme of Studies (8th Semester)
| Code | Course | Cr. Hrs. |
| EE-XXX | Depth Elective – II | 3+0 |
| MS-403 | Entrepreneurship | 3+0 |
| EE-452 | Communication Systems | 3+1 |
| EE-481 | Final Year Project – II | 0+3 |
| Total | 9+4=13 |
Depth Elective-I
| Code | Depth Elective-I | Cr. Hrs. |
| EE-352 | Power Electronics | 3+1 |
| EE-353 | Power Electronics and Industrial Drives | 3+1 |
| EE-453 | Power System Protection | 3+1 |
| EE-466 | Digital Control Systems | 3+1 |
Depth Elective-ll
| Code | Depth Elective-ll | Cr. Hrs. |
| EE-454 | Power System Stability & Control | 3+0 |
| EE-464 | Renewable Energy Systems | 3+0 |
| EE-462 | Advance Electrical Machines | 3+0 |
| EE-463 | High Voltage Engineering | 3+0 |
| EE-469 | PLC and Industrial Drives | 3+0 |
| EE-474 | Smart Grid | 3+0 |
IDEE
| Code | IDEE | Cr. Hrs. |
| ME-101 | Basic Mechanical Engineering | 2+1 |
| CV-105 | Basic Civil Engineering | 2+1 |
Social Science Electives (SSE)
| Code | Social Science Electives (SSE) | Cr. Hrs. |
| MS-302 | Organizational Behavior | 3+0 |
| HS-403 | Professional Psychology | 3+0 |
Management Sciences Electives (MSE)
| Code | Management Sciences Electives (MSE) | Cr. Hrs. |
| MS-403 | Entrepreneurship | 3+0 |
| MS-412 | Project Management | 3+0 |
| MS-413 | Engineering Economics | 3+0 |
HSc., (Pre-Engineering) or A-Level (with Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry) or DAE in (Electrical / Electronics), with 60% and above.
Duration of Programme
BE Electrical Engineering | 04 Years |
| BE Electrical Engineering | Per Cr. Hr | Cr. Hrs. | Total (PKR) |
| Tuition | 2,700 | 17 | 45,900 |
| Examination | 250 | 17 | 4,250 |
| Semester Registration | 5,000 | ||
| Student Activity | 2,000 | ||
| Sub-Total | 57,150 | ||
| Admission (One Time Only) | 10,000 | ||
| Security Deposit (One Time Only and Refundable) | 5,000 | ||
| Grand Total (1st Semester) | 72,150 |
Note:
The University reserves the right to modify the fees (if required). Fees once deposited is non-refundable, except security deposit. Admission processing fee PKR 2500 is applicable.