Introduction
This proposal seeks to transform the existing device lab into a modern Electronic Device and Circuit Laboratory. The upgraded facility will be equipped modern instruments to support experiments and innovation in devices and circuits. It will cater to mainly undergraduate students, facilitating practical, hands-on experience in modern electronic technologies.
This is one of the most used and heavily loaded labs in the department, hosting at least two courses every semester. However, the lab has not been upgraded for a long time and still relies on outdated equipment such as old Cathode Ray Oscilloscopes, Analog voltmeters and ammeters, and manual function generators. This hinders the ability to provide modern, industry-relevant training.
The upgraded lab will include the following:
- Workbenches: Fifty workbenches with integrated power supplies and storage, accommodating 100 students working in pairs.
- Modern equipment including Digital Storage Oscilloscopes, Function Generators, Precision Power Supplies, digital multi-range voltage and current meters, and Soldering Stations.
Estimated Timeline for the Project
6 Months
- 4 months for procurement and
- 2 months for installation
Expected Impact
The current laboratory lacks the necessary infrastructure to support both ongoing and future courses focused on understanding the terminal characteristics of semiconductor devices and implementing practical analog circuits. Although the institution has the required software for circuit design, students are unable to implement and test their designs due to the lack of proper instrumentation.
Upgrading the laboratory will allow students to conduct modern, practical experiments in devices and circuits, aligning with current curricula. The upgraded lab will have the capacity to accommodate 100 students at once, enhancing resource utilization. With these improvements, the lab will provide the essential facilities for electronics education, thereby enriching student learning and encouraging innovation among undergraduates.
