Department of ECE – Professional Bodies

PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES & CHAPTERS

The department of Electronics
and Communication Engineering is
working closely with the following professional bodies:

S.No	Name of the Professional Society/ Chapters	Professional Society ID	Year of Establishment	Logo	No. of Active Members
1	Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) –   1. Industrial Electronics Society 2. Women In Engineering Affinity group 3.Signal Processing Society 4.Comminication Society 5. Education Society	STB61021	2018		69
2	Institution of Electronics and   Telecommunication Engineers (IETE)	—	2017		162
3	Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE)	IM 1641	2008		472

Significance of Professional bodies:

1. Professional Development

• Skill Enhancement: Provide workshops, training, and certifications that build both technical and soft skills.
• Industry Trends: Help students stay updated with the latest technologies and practices in engineering.
• Professional Ethics: Promote understanding of ethical practices and responsibilities in engineering.

2. Networking Opportunities

• Connections: Facilitate interaction with professionals, academics, and fellow students.
• Mentorship: Enable access to mentors and guidance from experienced engineers.
• Events: Conferences, seminars, and symposiums offer platforms for knowledge exchange.

3. Career Advancement

• Internships & Jobs: Many professional bodies have career portals or partnerships that help students find opportunities.
• Recognition: Membership adds value to a resume and shows commitment to the profession.
• Graduate Pathways: Support with transitioning from student to professional membership, helping with licensing or chartership.

4. Academic Support

• Resources: Access to journals, research papers, e-learning modules, and libraries.
• Scholarships and Grants: Some bodies offer funding for outstanding students or research projects.
• Project Guidance: Help in aligning academic projects with real-world problems and standards.

5. Leadership and Extracurricular Activities

• Student Chapters: Offer leadership roles that build teamwork, planning, and communication skills.
• Competitions: Encourage participation in technical contests (e.g., robotics, coding, design challenges).

The activities organized by the professional bodies:

Ø  Workshops & Training Programs

Ø  Technical Seminars / Guest Lectures

Ø  Hands-on Projects Expo’s / Hackathons

Ø  Paper Presentation Contests

Ø  Technical Quizzes

Ø  Industrial Visits/Field Trips

Ø  Technical Support for Rural/School Projects

Ø  Volunteering in Tech Events

Ø  Fun and competitive activities to test both subject and general skills