Communication Engineering

Communication engineering is a branch of engineering that deals with the conception, development, and functioning of broadcasting technology. Communication engineers maintain and develop projects associated with all aspects of communication. They carry out their work with the help of media and communication devices. They work on a wide range of recording equipment such as video screens, microphones, amplifiers, and a whole range of the latest communication devices. This field has truly revolutionized the human society, shrinking the world through faster communication means. It is the prime responsibility of a communication engineer to find innovative solutions for network design, mobile communications, information service necessities, internet and system-signaling protocols.

A career in communication engineering promises enormous job opportunities for young aspirants as the field is constantly broadening and attaining significance.

Courses and Eligibility:

Undergraduate programs are offered in related study disciplines such as BE/BTech in Electrical Communication Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering. At the postgraduate level, degrees such as Master of Engineering (ME) and Master of Technology (MTech) are awarded. To join a course at the undergraduate level, students need to pass the 10+2 exam or an equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects.

For admissions to ME/MTech and Doctoral of Philosophy (PhD) in Communication System Engineering candidates need to go through exams such as GATE, CSIR, and JRF.

Career Prospects:

Communication engineers can be employed in various telecommunication sectors such as radio, television, telephone, mobile communication, and computers. Industries manufacturing electronics and communication products need services of communication engineers in R&D labs, workshops, management, and marketing. They also find job opportunities with space agencies as technicians, engineers, and researchers. In academics, one can work as a lecturer or researcher.

Remuneration:

Communication engineers enjoy a lucrative pay package in the industry. The salary of a beginner communication engineer averages approximately Rs. 20,000 per month. HRA, TA, DA, and other perks are offered with impressive performance appraisals.