Offered by the Department of Physics
Main objective of the BSc in Electronics and Automation Technologies degree programme is to provide key analytical and technical competencies through the study of essentials in Electronics and Information Technology with the emphasis on the automation aspects via integration of electronics and computing.
This is a fast track programme designed for those who already work or for those seek careers in electronics industry.
Eligibility
G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination (New syllabus) – Three passes including Physics and preferably Combined Mathematics as a subject.
OR
G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination (Old syllabus) – Three passes including Physics and preferably Applied Mathematics as a subject.
OR
Any other equivalent professional qualification acceptable to the faculty and the senate.
Course Fees
LKR 160,000/-
Application Fee: LKR 1,500/-
Course Fee: 160,000/- per year
*The course fee cannot be paid as installments. However, our students are eligible for a student loan which can be obtained from the Thunmulla Branch of Bank of Ceylon. Please contact them for more information.
Programme in a nutshell
A Multidisciplinary Degree Involving
- Comprehensive knowledge in Electronics
- Fundamentals of Physics principles
- Essentials in Mathematics/ Statistics
- Computer Programming
- Knowledge in English Language
Programme Duration
The duration of each BSc programme will be 3 years. At each year, the programme is conducted over 2 semesters of 20 weeks. The courses are offered during weekends (Sunday). However, in conducting examinations attendance may be necessary during a few Saturdays.
Programme Structure
BSc in Electronics and Automation Technologies will be completed in three years (90 Credits / SLQF Level 5) and it consists of three levels.
LEVEL I: Diploma in Electronics and Automation Technologies (30 Credits)
LEVEL II: Advanced Diploma in Electronics and Automation Technologies (60 Credits)
LEVEL III: BSc in Electronics and Automation Technologies (90 Credits)
LEVEL I - Diploma in Electronics and Automation Technologies (30 Credits)
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Hours/ Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester I | EA 1001 | Waves, Vibrations & AC Theory | 30L, 2C | * |
| Semester II | EA 1002 | Analogue & Digital Electronics - I | 30L, 2C | * |
| Semester I | EA 1003 | Electromagnetic Theory | 30L, 2C | * |
| Semester I | EA 1004 | Introduction to Computer Programming | 30L, 2C | * |
| Semester I | EA 1005 | Computer Applications | 30L, 2C | * |
| Semester II | EA 1006 | Computer Architecture - I | 30L, 2C | * |
| Semester II | EA 1007 | Electronic Circuit Simulations | 30L, 2C | * |
| Semester II | EA 1008 | Object Oriented Programming | 30L, 2C | * |
| Semester I | EA 1009 | Calculus | 30L, 2C | |
| Semester I | EA 1010 | Mathematical Methods – I | 30L, 2C | |
| Semester I | EA 1011 | Differential Equations | 30L, 2C | |
| Semester I | EA 1012 | Probability and Statistics | 30L, 2C | |
| Semester II | EA 1013 | English for Science and Technology | 30L, 2C | |
| Semester II | EA 1030 | Analogue Electronic Laboratory | 60L, 2C | * |
| Semester I | EA 1031 | Digital Electronic Laboratory | 60L, 2C | * |
LEVEL II - Advanced Diploma in Electronics and Automation Technologies (60 Credits)
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Hours/ Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester I | EA 2001 | Analogue & Digital Electronics - II | 30L, 2C | * |
| Semester I | EA 2002 | Analogue & Digital ICs | 30L, 2C | * |
| Semester II | EA 2003 | Sensors & Transducers and DAQ Systems | 30L, 2C | * |
| Semester II | EA 2004 | Computer Architecture – II | 30L, 2C | * |
| Semester II | EA 2005 | Applied Numerical Methods | 30L, 2C | |
| Semester I | EA 2006 | Internet Programming | 30L, 2C | * |
| Semester I | EA 2007 | Data Communication Techniques | 30L, 2C | * |
| Semester II | EA 2008 | Rapid Applications Development | 30L, 2C | * |
| Semester I | EA 2009 | Computational Statistics | 30L, 2C | * |
| Semester II | EA 2010 | Mathematical Methods – II | 30L, 2C | |
| Semester I | EA 2011 | Technical Writing for Academic Purposes | 15L/30L, 2C | |
| Semester II | EA 2012 | Advanced Communicative Skills | 15L/30L, 2C | |
| Semester II | EA 2013 | Industrial Management | 30L, 2C | |
| Semester II | EA 2030 | Instrumentation Laboratory | 60P, 2C | * |
| Semester I | EA 2031 | Data Acquisition Laboratory | 60P, 2C | * |
LEVEL III - BSc in Electronics and Automation Technologies (90 Credits)
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Hours/ Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester I | EA 3001 | Semiconductor Devices and Optoelectronics | 30L, 2C |
| Semester II | EA 3002 | Digital Signal Processing | 30L, 2C |
| Semester I | EA 3003 | Digital Image Processing | 30L, 2C |
| Semester II | EA 3004 | Artificial Neural Networks | 30L, 2C |
| Semester I | EA 3005 | Mobile Application Development | 30L, 2C |
| Semester I | EA 3006 | Embedded Linux Development | 15L/30P, 2C |
| Semester I | EA 3007 | Computer Networking | 30L, 2C |
| Semester II | EA 3021 | Robotics | 30L, 2C |
| Semester II | EA 3022 | Programmable Logic Controllers | 30L, 2C |
| Semester I | EA 3023 | Medical Instrumentation | 30L, 2C |
| Semester I | EA 3030 | Microcontroller Laboratory | 60P, 2C |
| Semester II | EA 3040 | Research Methodologies | 15L/30P, 2C |
| Semester II | EA 3041 | Independent Study | 120P, 4C |
| Semester II | EA 3050 | Project | 120P, 2C |
Evaluation Criteria
The theory course modules will be evaluated through written examinations and/or assignments where appropriate. Laboratory course modules will be evaluated by assignments and/or semester end examinations. In some instances, course units may require a mixed mode evaluation including continuous assessments.
Certificate/Diploma/Degree Awarding Criteria
Level I – Certificate
Completion of a minimum of thirty (30) credits in Level I,
AND
Obtaining a grade not lower than C in course units aggregating to at least twenty (20) credits in Level I,
AND
Obtaining an overall GPA of 2.0 or above in Level I.
Level II – Certificate
Meet requirements for Level I Certification,
AND
Completion of a minimum of sixty (60) credits with at least 30 credits from Level II,
AND
Obtaining a grade not lower than C in course units aggregating to at least twenty (20) from Level II,
AND
Obtaining an overall GPA of 2.0 or above in Level II
Diploma (SLQF Level 3)
Completion of a minimum of thirty (30) credits of the course units in Level I,
AND
Obtaining a grade not lower than C in course units aggregating to a total of 20 credits for specified set of Level I courses indicated by * ,
AND
Obtaining an overall GPA of 2.0 or above.
Advanced Diploma (SLQF Level 4)
Completion of a minimum of sixty (60) credits of the course units in Level I and Level II,
AND
Obtaining a grade not lower than C in course units aggregating to a total of 40 credits for specified set of Level I and Level II course units indicated by * ,
AND
Obtaining an overall GPA of 2.0 or above for the sixty (60) credits for Level I and Level II course units.
Degree (SLQF Level 5)
Completion of a minimum of ninety (90) credits with at least thirty (30) credits from each of Level I, Level II and Level III.
AND
Obtaining a minimum GPA of 2.0 in course units aggregating to at least twenty (20) credits at each of Level I, Level II and Level III.
AND
Obtaining a minimum overall GPA of 2.0 in Level I, Level II, Level III taken together.
Awarding Classes
If a student satisfies the requirements for obtaining a degree within three (03) consecutive academic years of the External Degree Programme
AND
First Class: If a student has a minimum overall GPA of 3.70.
OR
Second Class (Upper Division): If a student has a minimum overall GPA of 3.30.
OR
Second Class (Lower Division): If a student has a minimum overall GPA of 3.00.
Further Information
Further information regarding the Programme can be obtained by contacting the programme coordinator
Contact details of the programme coordinator are as follows.
| Name | Phone No | |
|---|---|---|
| Prof. Upul Sonnadara | bsceat@sci.cmb.ac.lk | 011-702 1520 |