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B.Tech in Electrical Engineering - Smart Grid Technologies
Program details
The B.Tech Electrical Engineering (Smart Grid Technologies) program at the UPES School of Advanced Engineering prepares students for the transition from conventional power systems to intelligent, automated, and sustainable energy networks. The program builds a strong foundation in core electrical engineering—including power systems, electrical machines, power electronics, control systems, and protection—while developing specialised expertise in smart grids and modern power infrastructure.
Students gain exposure to smart substations, microgrids, distributed energy resources, energy management systems, demand response, grid automation, and cyber-physical security. Learning is reinforced through labs, simulations, industry-oriented projects, and internships, enabling students to work with SCADA systems, smart meters, communication protocols, and grid simulation tools relevant to real-world power networks.
Program Highlights
- Strong foundation in electrical engineering and power systems
- Specialised training in smart grids, microgrids, and grid automation
- Hands-on exposure to SCADA, smart metering, power system simulation, and monitoring tools
- Focus on renewable integration, EV infrastructure, and distributed generation
- Emphasis on power quality, protection, reliability, and grid resilience
- Exposure to data analytics, AI, and cybersecurity for power systems
Industry Trends & Career Opportunities
The global shift toward renewable energy, electric mobility, decentralised generation, and digital power infrastructure is driving strong demand for engineers skilled in smart grid planning, operation, and automation. Utilities and energy companies are rapidly adopting smart meters, microgrids, energy management systems, and data-driven grid control to improve efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.
Graduates pursue roles such as Power System Engineer, Smart Grid Engineer, Grid Automation Engineer, Renewable Energy Engineer, Energy Management Analyst, Power Quality Engineer, and SCADA/EMS Engineer. Opportunities span power utilities, renewable energy companies, EPC firms, smart infrastructure projects, and energy service providers.
Placements
The B.Tech Electrical Engineering (Smart Grid Technologies) program offers strong placement prospects, supported by its industry-aligned curriculum and practical training. Graduates are recruited by power utilities, renewable energy firms, smart grid solution providers, EPC organisations, and energy service companies for roles in power systems, grid automation, renewable integration, and smart infrastructure.
Students graduate with job-ready technical skills through laboratory training, industry projects, internships, and faculty mentoring, enabling successful career outcomes in the rapidly evolving power and energy sector.
Fee Structure
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Curriculum
Year 1: The Systems Foundation
| Sem | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | Calculus & Linear Algebra (for Optimisation) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Engineering Physics (Semiconductor & Sensors) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 | |
| Programming for Engineers (Python-Native) | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 | |
| Engineering Design & 3D Visualisation | 1 | 0 | 4 | 3 | |
| II | Probability & Statistics (for Data Intelligence) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Materials Science & Nanomanufacturing | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 | |
| Basic Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 | |
| Data Structures & Algorithms | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
Year 2: Cyber-Physical Integration
| Sem | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| III | Smart Manufacturing Processes (Additive & Subtractive) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| Industrial IoT & Connectivity Protocols | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 | |
| Mechatronics & Control Systems | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 | |
| Intermediate Microeconomics (for Manufacturing) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| IV | Industrial AI & Machine Learning Foundations | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| Digital Logic & Embedded Systems | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 | |
| Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DfMA) | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | |
| Database Management & Industrial Cloud | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
Year 3: Industrial Intelligence & Autonomy .
| Sem | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V | Digital Twins & Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| Robotics & Autonomous Factory Systems | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 | |
| Big Data Analytics in Manufacturing | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 | |
| Professional Elective – I (See Baskets) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| VI | Distributed Energy Resources control | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Forecasting algorithm and demand side management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Year 4: Innovation & Venture Launch
| Sem | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VII | Communication Protocol and Architecture | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Blockchain and Cyber Security | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| VIII | Digital Twin | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Eligibility
To be eligible for consideration in the B.Tech. Electrical Engineering (Smart Grid Technologies) program, prospective students need to satisfy the specified minimum eligibility criteria provided below: Minimum 50% marks in Classes X and XII. with 50% in PCM (Physics/Chemistry and Mathematics) in Class XII.
Selection Criteria
The eligibility standards for individuals seeking admission to the B.Tech. Electrical Engineering (Smart Grid Technologies) program at UPES is determined based on the individual's performance in UPESEAT / JEE Mains/ Board Merit / SAT / CUET.
