The Department of Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering is one of the founding departments of St. Xavier's Technical Institute, established in the early 1930s to train Radio Communication Officers for the shipping industry.
Over nine decades, it has evolved into a comprehensive programme covering analog circuits, digital systems, embedded technologies, and modern communication networks. Students receive hands-on training with oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and FPGA development boards.
"From maritime radio rooms to cutting-edge 5G networks — our EXTC department has powered India's telecommunications journey for over nine decades."
The department integrates contemporary topics like IoT, Embedded Systems, Machine Learning, and 5G communication into an autonomous curriculum updated in consultation with industry partners.
To become a leading centre in the domain of Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering where learners are introduced to the concepts and implementation of technology — nurturing graduates who are technically competent, ethically grounded, and prepared for the evolving demands of the global electronics and communications industry.
To provide students with a rigorous, industry-aligned education that integrates theoretical foundations with practical skills. To foster an environment of inquiry, innovation, and social responsibility. To forge meaningful partnerships with industry and research institutions, ensuring our graduates are employable, entrepreneurial, and equipped to contribute to technological advancement in India and beyond.
Dr. Rathod brings over 18 years of academic and industry experience in electronics and communication systems. A recipient of the MSBTE Best Teacher Award, he has guided numerous students to national-level technical championships and published over 25 research papers in IEEE and Scopus-indexed journals. His research interests span VLSI design, embedded systems, and next-generation wireless communication.
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