The document outlines a counseling initiative for IIT/NIT aspirants, focusing on electrical and electronics engineering subfields. It highlights essential skills required, including computer literacy, organizational abilities, and problem-solving, while also discussing potential career paths and advancements in the field. Additionally, it reflects on the rapid growth of electronics since 1970, showcasing the evolution of communication technologies.

1. Counseling for IIT/ NIT Aspirants Presented by Gajendra Circle Initiative (GCI) from IIT Madras Alumni Association and The Hindu Group 15 May 2010, Hyderabad

2. Overview Electrical Engineering covers range of sub topics including: Power , Control Systems, Instrumentation Electronics, Microelectronics, Computers Signal Processing Telecommunications Electrical Engineers – transmit energy using electricity Electronic Engineers – transmit information using electricity Key Areas: Consumer Electronics, Automobiles, Set Top Boxes, Medical Electronics, Smart Cards etc.

3. Skills and Aptitudes required In addition to course work you need: Computer Literacy Organizational Skills Strong numerical Skills Technical Language and concepts relating to Electronics Innovation Problem Solving Team Oriented Strong Written Communications

4. Specializations available VLSI Design Mixed Signal Designs (Analog/Digital) Computer Architecture RF Communications Signal Processing Embedded Designs Operating Systems

5. Roles ahead Start as Design Engineer, Staff Engineer Move up to Design Manager, Group Manager, General Manager, Vice President, President/ CEO Entrepreneur (Start your own company)

6. A story Personal Story … from IITM graduation in 1970 till now…. Growth in Electronics has been mind boggling From Teletypes to Faxes to Zap Mails to Emails to SMS to ??