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The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at Ashoka Women’s Engineering College prepares women engineers to lead in communication technologies, embedded systems, and advanced electronics.
Offering undergraduate studies in ECE and postgraduate specialization in Digital Electronics and Communication Systems, the department focuses on innovation, research, and technical excellence.
Head of the Department
Dr. N. Mageswari is an accomplished academician and researcher with over 16 years of teaching experience in the field of Electronics and Communication Engineering. She currently serves as Associate Professor and Head of the Department of ECE at Ashoka Women’s Engineering College, Kurnool.
She is dedicated to delivering quality technical education by integrating teaching, research, and industry collaboration to enhance student learning outcomes and foster innovation-driven academic growth. Her areas of expertise include VLSI Design, Data Communication, Networking, and Artificial Intelligence-based applications. She has actively contributed to NBA and NAAC accreditation processes, faculty development programs, workshops, seminars, and various technical activities that support academic excellence.
Dr. Mageswari has published numerous research papers in reputed Scopus-indexed and international journals and presented papers at national and international conferences. She has also published patents in emerging technologies and successfully organized FDPs and seminars with sponsored funding from organizations such as DRDO and JNTUA.
She completed her Ph.D. from Anna University, Chennai, and continues to strengthen her research and technical expertise through NPTEL certifications, FDPs, and industry-oriented programs. Her commitment to academic leadership, innovative research, and student development makes her a valuable contributor to engineering education.

Dr. N. Mageswari
Associate Professor & Head - Electronics & Communication Engineering
Curriculum Structure
Core Electronics. Advanced Communication. Future Technologies.
The curriculum builds strong foundations in electronic circuits, communication systems, and signal processing while preparing students for emerging technologies.
Key Learning Areas Include:
Electronic Devices and Circuit Design
Digital and Analog Communication Systems
Microprocessors and Embedded Systems
Signal Processing and Control Systems
VLSI and Nano Technology
Wireless and Optical Communication
The program enables women engineers to confidently enter high-impact technical roles.
Program Objectives
Empowering Women Engineers in Electronics and Communication
Develop strong foundations in electronics, communication systems, and signal processing to solve complex engineering challenges.
Equip students with the ability to design, analyse, and implement electronic and communication systems using modern engineering tools.
Prepare graduates to adapt to emerging technologies such as VLSI design, embedded systems, wireless communication, and advanced electronic systems.
Foster teamwork, leadership, and effective communication skills that enable women engineers to work confidently in multidisciplinary technology environments.
Encourage ethical engineering practices, innovation, and lifelong learning, enabling graduates to contribute responsibly to industry and society.
Placement Highlights
Ashoka Women’s Engineering College combines technical training with career-focused preparation to ensure industry readiness.
Students receive guidance in core technical skills, communication, aptitude, and interview preparation through the dedicated Training & Placement Cell.
FAQs
1. What research areas are emphasised in the department?
The department focuses on research in image processing, communication systems, microwave engineering, VLSI, and embedded systems.
2. Who leads the Electronics and Communication Engineering department?
The department is headed by Dr. N. Mageswari, Associate Professor & Head, who specialises in VLSI and computer networks with research in error control coding, low-power VLSI, and signal processing.
3. What laboratory facilities are available for ECE students?
Students access specialised laboratories including Electronic Devices & Circuits Lab, Microprocessor Lab, Simulation Lab, Integrated Circuits & Communication Systems Lab, Microwave & Optical Communication Lab, and Project Lab for hands-on learning.
4. How does the ECE department support practical learning?
Students gain practical exposure through laboratory experiments, hardware implementation, circuit design, communication system analysis, and project-based work using modern tools and equipment.
5. What skills do students develop in the ECE program?
Students develop strong knowledge in electronic devices, networks, signal processing, system design, and communication technologies along with problem-solving and engineering design skills.
6. Does the department collaborate with industry or institutions?
Yes. The department maintains multiple functional MoUs with industry and academic partners to enhance technical exposure and skill development.


