Gearing Up For Research Work After Graduation in Electrical And Electronic Engineering Degree

So, you are planning to go ahead with research work after completing your electrical and electronic engineering degree? Well, it is indeed a great decision, but, given below are few factors which you should note before applying for such a research programme:

·              Read up various articles and research publications (if any) of your professors or mentors (preferably professors who've taught you in your graduation school).

·              Try and seek advice from your professors about research programmes. It would be wise if you can talk to faculty members who are currently active in their research work. These professors can give you a sense of what would be beneficial for you in the field of research and how to go about it. In a way, such pieces of advice can make you more confident and competent too. 

·              Ensure that your computers skills are updated as well. This is because professors usually prefer research students with advanced computer knowledge because most of the research work nowadays comprises computer simulations. Consequently, it would be better if you brush up and sharpen your computer skills so that you are able to pursue your research programme efficiently.

 

This apart, you should note that research work takes almost 2-4 years. Given below are some of the pointers which should help you understand electrical and electronic engineering research better: 

·              After completing your graduation in electrical engineering courses, you should note that research work in this particular field of engineering might take almost 2-4 years, sometimes even more. 

·              At the time of admission for research programme, the college or the research institute usually appoints a mentor or a guide who supervises the work of the research student.

·              Students are generally required to complete a course work and the topic of this course work is generally chosen by the faculty member or the mentor.

·              Research candidates are required to appear for an oral test after completing the course work. This oral test is nothing but a small presentation of the research paper.

·              After completing the oral test successfully, the research student is needed to submit his thesis.

·              Rewards are given on the successful completion of the research work. Obviously, this reward completely depends on the quality of the dissertation or the thesis.

·              Scholarships are also provided to students with brilliant academic records.

 

Given below are few of the subjects on which you can continue your research studies:

·              Communications and Signal Processing:  The technological progression in digital media and communications is based on the achievements of electronic and electrical engineers, who have managed to successfully resolve issues in signal transmission, propagation, and processing.

·              Circuits and Systems: If you are continuing your research work in circuits and systems, you will need to study topics such as mixed and analogue signal circuits, power amplifiers, circuit synthesis, and more. 

·              Optical and Semi-conductor devices:  To pursue your research on this topic, you need to study subjects such as micro-electro-mechanical systems, energy scavengers, optical devices, microwave devices, and more.

 

So, prepare yourself a little before opting for research programmes so that you excel in your research work and remain at a competitive advantage over the others.