Microwave Engineering as Part of Undergraduate Curriculum for Electronics Engineering and as Specialization Discipline for Postgraduate Studies in India

Abstract

Abstract The establishment and development of Radio frequency (RF) and Microwave Engineering (ME) from its inception in Electrical and Electronics Engineering to having its own distinct identity in the 21st century has been explored in this paper. Overview of contributions by India to the field of RF and Microwave Engineering have been mentioned. Present paper deals with the field of RF and Microwave Engineering, especially the standard of its education in India. This paper explores the multidisciplinary nature of a RF and Microwave engineer and analyses how an RF and a Microwave engineer can contribute to the industry. Hierarchy and structure of Indian education system concerned with Engineering and Technology have been reviewed along with options and incentive available to aspiring researchers in the field of RF and Microwave Engineering. Nuances of dual degree program have been discussed. Job opportunities in government sector and private sector have been analyzed. A RF and Microwave engineer can find employment opportunities in premier government bodies such as Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) along with private corporations in the rapidly growing telecom sector of India. Handheld device-based apps and web-based database programs initiated by the Government of India have been discussed. It has been concluded that RF and Microwave engineers will play a decisive role in the development of India. Performance of a RF and Microwave engineer will be a major factor in deciding the magnitude of performance of the Indian Defence Forces. The authors of this paper have suggested some steps to the Government of India which can help RF and Microwave Engineering education reach its maximum potential