A Course on Electronic Circuits Laboratory for a Masters’ Programme in Electrical Engineering

Masters programmes in engineering are expected to produce graduates well suited for design, and research and development (R & D) activities. Graduates, particularly in power electronics and related areas, are required to have excellent hardware skills. This paper presents a transitional course on electronic circuits, meant to enhance the design and development skills of students in a Master’s programme in electrical engineering. The course also helps the students better understand and relate the fundamentals of electronic circuits, circuit theory and control systems. The effectiveness of the course is assessed through student feedback. The feedback indicates a significant improvement in the students’ understanding of basic concepts and measurement techniques, familiarity with electronic components, confidence in design of electronic circuits, and assembly and testing skills.