University of Moratuwa’s ENTC Undergraduates Shine at 2024 Carrier Fair
The Department of Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering (ENTC) at the University of Moratuwa is proud to announce the success of their annual Carrier Fair, held on January 5, 2024. This event brought together talented ENTC undergraduates from Batch 19 and leading companies, fostering connections and opening doors to exciting opportunities.
The Carrier Fair served as a platform for Batch 19 students to showcase their skills and potential to prospective employers. The event provided a valuable opportunity for companies to connect with the University of Moratuwa’s brightest minds and identify future talent ready to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s workforce.
Highlights of the Event:
- ENTC undergraduates from graduating class interacted with representatives from leading companies.
- Students gained valuable insights into the industry and explored potential career paths.
- Companies identified highly skilled and motivated individuals to join their workforce.
The University of Moratuwa continues its tradition of excellence in nurturing future engineers. The ENTC department’s commitment to providing students with practical experience and industry exposure ensures they are well-equipped to succeed in their chosen fields.
ENVOYAGE 2023: A Confluence of Ideas and Innovation
Colombo, Sri Lanka – October 30, 2023
ENVOYAGE 2023, an industry forum and dinner organized by the Electronic Club of the Department of Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering (ENTC) at the University of Moratuwa, unfolded with resplendence and fervor at the prestigious Galadari Hotel on Lotus Road, Colombo 01.
Gathering a diverse cohort of academic luminaries, ENTC alumni, industry leaders, and students, the event served as a dynamic platform for dialogue, collaboration, and insight into the future of the electronic and telecommunication industries.
Participants engaged in lively discussions, envisioning the future of electronic and telecommunication engineering. Collaboration between academia and industry was emphasized, driving innovation, and addressing challenges. For students, ENVOYAGE 2023 offered insights from industry leaders, networking opportunities, and a chance to navigate the field confidently. The event balanced academia with entertainment, fostering camaraderie through interactive sessions and cultural performances. Attendees bonded, reflecting the vibrant spirit of the ENTC community. ENVOYAGE 2023’s success highlights the department’s dedication to excellence and its role in shaping Sri Lanka’s engineering landscape. Departing participants carry renewed inspiration, committed to advancing knowledge and technology in the industry.
ENTC Career Fair
The Department of Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering (ENTC) at the University of Moratuwa hosted a successful career fair for its graduating class on March 7, 2023. The event attracted numerous organizations that specialize in electronics, electronic design automation, telecommunication, machine learning, data science, and software development, among other related fields.
The ENTC department is renowned for its exceptional academic programs, which enable students to reach their fullest potential. This is achieved through the contributions of high-caliber academic staff, talented students, carefully designed curricula, state-of-the-art technologies and research, and a well-received student experience. The department offers two highly sought-after specializations, B.Sc. Honors in Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering and B.Sc. Honors in Biomedical Engineering.
The ENTC curricula are carefully designed, current, and industry-relevant, and provide students with the skills to reach the frontiers of technology. The department has identified the thematic areas of communications, reconfigurable and embedded systems, robotics and automation, computer vision and pattern recognition, and biomedical technologies as areas of advancement. The forward-looking and diverse academic staff, with higher degrees from well-known universities around the world, facilitate this endeavor.
To foster research, the department offers M.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph.D. degrees. The taught M.Sc. programs in Telecommunication and Electronics and Automation attract students from industry. These education programs prepare students for challenging careers in industry and academia in Sri Lanka and elsewhere.
The graduates of the department are exceptionally talented. Only the top performers out of the 250,000 students who sit for the country-wide advanced level examination are admitted to the B.Sc. Eng. Hons degrees at the University of Moratuwa. Out of this already selected group, a student must excel in the semester 1 examination to be able to follow the programs at ENTC, which admits only 116 students. This places the department’s graduates within the top 0.01% of their age cohort.
Students at ENTC experience a technologically advanced, supportive, and friendly environment. Laboratories equipped with modern instruments and industry-standard software make students ready for professional work. The five-storied building houses these laboratories and provides space for studying, engaging in projects, and recreation. Students organize exhibitions, industry forums, and talent shows inculcating harmony and leadership. The students foster a sense of social responsibility, manifested through activities such as the E-care community service program, one of many activities of the E-Club, the student organization of the department. Students greatly benefit from this fruitful life experience the ENTC family offers.
The rich academic culture, talented students, research, facilities, supportive environment, and qualified faculty enable the Department of Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering to produce multi-faceted graduates who excel in industry and research. With such a comprehensive and inclusive approach, the department continues to provide students with the necessary skills to succeed in their chosen fields.
Closing Ceremony of Microcontroller-Based Embedded System Design Course
The Department of Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering at the University of Moratuwa, in collaboration with Skill Surf, recently concluded an 8-week long Microcontroller-Based Embedded System Design Course training program on Sunday, January 29, 2023. The course was designed to equip participants with the necessary knowledge and hands-on skills required to excel in the field of embedded systems design.
Embedded systems design has become increasingly important in today’s world of smart devices and the Internet of Things (IoT). With the rapid advancements in technology, devices such as smartphones, smart homes, and wearable technology have become an integral part of our daily lives. Embedded systems, which are at the heart of these devices, play a crucial role in their functioning. The Microcontroller-Based Embedded System Design Course training program offered a curriculum covering various aspects of embedded systems design. The program comprised more than 30 sessions, which were outcome and project-based, providing participants with a practical understanding of the concepts taught.
Dr. Subodha Charles, who coordinated the course, provided important technical inputs and lectures, along with Abarajithan Gnaneswaran and Kithmin Wickramasinghe. The course was structured to provide a balance between theory and practical implementation, giving participants a hands-on approach to learning. Speaking about the program, Dr. Charles emphasized the importance of embedded systems design in today’s world. “Embedded systems design is a critical field that has become increasingly important with the proliferation of smart devices and the IoT. This program was designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge required to excel in this field,” he said.
The Microcontroller-Based Embedded System Design Course training program received an overwhelming response from participants, who appreciated the practical approach to learning. Many participants highlighted the relevance of the course in their daily work, noting that they had gained valuable insights into the field of embedded systems design. The program equipped participants with the skills and knowledge required to excel in the field of embedded systems design, highlighting the importance of this critical field in today’s world of smart devices and the Internet of Things.
Course on SystemVerilog for ASIC/FPGA Design & Simulation
The Department of Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering at the University of Moratuwa, in collaboration with Synopsys Sri Lanka and Skill Surf, has started an 8-week course on “SystemVerilog for ASIC/FPGA Design & Simulation”. The course is designed to equip participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to contribute to the global innovations chain, particularly in the era of “Smart Everything”.
The course covers digital design with SystemVerilog and emphasizes best practices that match the industry standards. Participants are given hands-on experience on SystemVerilog and Synopsys tools, thanks to our partnership with Synopsys. We are grateful for this partnership and the opportunity it provides for participants to gain practical experience with industry-standard tools.
The need for skilled engineers in digital design has grown with the development of the Internet of Things (IoT) and other technological advancements. By participating in this course, individuals can develop their skills and contribute to meeting this growing need. The course is open to beginners and those who aspire to become design and verification engineers.
Registrations for the course closed on 5th February 2023, and the opening session was held on 12th February 2023. The program is progressing well, with a diverse group of participants from universities and industry in Sri Lanka and overseas.
The course provides a valuable opportunity for participants to gain knowledge and skills in digital design with SystemVerilog, and to gain practical experience with Synopsys tools, which are widely used in the industry. We are proud to offer this course and to partner with Synopsys Sri Lanka and Skill Surf to provide a valuable learning experience for participants.
Read MoreClosing Ceremony of the Embedded Machine Learning for Edge Computing Training Program
The Embedded Machine Learning for Edge Computing training program, organized by the Department of Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering of the University of Moratuwa in collaboration with Skill Surf, concluded on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2022. The program was designed to equip participants with knowledge and hands-on skills on the topic of embedded machine learning for edge computing, which is an important emerging technology in the field of electronics and artificial intelligence, which is already gaining maturity.
The training program lasted for eight weeks, comprising 16 sessions with project-based learning. The program was attended by a group of enthusiastic participants who were eager to learn and apply their knowledge in practical projects. Under the guidance of Dr. Subodha Charles, the lead course instructor, and other instructors, the participants were introduced to the fundamental concepts of embedded machine learning, including the various algorithms and tools used in the field. Throughout the course, the participants were exposed to various hands-on exercises, which helped them to apply the knowledge they acquired in real-world scenarios. The participants also had the opportunity to work on a final project, which allowed them to demonstrate their understanding of the topic.
The conclusion ceremony was held on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021. The event was attended by faculty members and the participants. The attendees congratulated the participants on their successful completion of the program and praised the efforts of the organizers and the instructor in providing a high-quality training program. Speaking at the ceremony, Dr. Subodha Charles expressed his satisfaction with the performance of the participants and thanked them for their commitment and dedication to the program. He also highlighted the importance of such training programs in providing individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their careers. The Embedded Machine Learning for Edge Computing training program is one of several short courses offered by the Electronic and Telecom Engineering department of the University of Moratuwa in collaboration with Skill Surf. Stay tuned for more information on upcoming short courses and training programs.
Read MoreSPARK Pitching Sessions
SPARK project aims to drive projects that solve crucial problems that mankind faces such as climate change, food scarcity, and inequality in education though the application of engineering principles. All these are important aspects of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (https://sdgs.un.org/goals). Approximately 35 student teams worked on developing solutions to problems that address one or more such goals. Ten groups were able to propose fully-developed ideas and make prototypes. This was possible after a long-term training provided by SAPRK with the involvement of foreign trainers.
As the culmination of this year-long process, the ten groups pitched their projects to an eminent panel of judges comprising Mr. Heminda Jayaweera, Mr. Fayaz Hudah, Mr. Chalinda Abeykon and Mr. Josh Robsen. This pitching session took place on July 24, 2022 at the Department of Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering in a vibrant setting with many students and staff members watching and deliberating about the possible impact of the projects.
Read MoreStep into ENTC
A session termed “Step into ENTC” was held on March 7, 2022, to educate the prospective students on the career opportunities and higher studies. The panel of lecturers, alumni, and final-year undergraduates conducted the session.
Mr. Mohamed Afham an alumnus now with Meta, NY, discussed about the path and opportunities in machine vision and machine learning. Mr. Deepana Ishtaweera with his background on robotics, robotic education, and start-ups talked about robotics. Mr. Jathurshan Pradeepkumar, a biomedical engineering alumnus now with Harvard, shed light on opportunities in biomedical engineering. Mr. Kalana De Silva, an alumnus attached to a large-scale telecommunication organization in Singapore, spoke about processor design. Dr. Subodha Charles, a staff member with expertise in cybersecurity and embedded systems, spoke about internet of things.
The panel showed a multitude of avenues to take in becoming an engineering scientist. The session turned out to be much informative to the participants.
Dr. Navinda Kottege from CSIRO, Australia Visits University of Moratuwa
Dr. Navinda Kottege, Senior Research Scientist and Research Team Leader with the Robotics and Autonomous Systems Group at the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO) in Brisbane, Australia visited the Department of Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering (ENTC), the University of Moratuwa on 6th January 2020. Dr. Navinda has been instrumental in hosting ENTC undergraduates as research interns at CSIRO as well as supervising final year projects as an external supervisor and providing robot hardware for the projects. A discussion on the progress of the final year projects was held at the department conference room with the participation of Dr. Peshala Jayasekara (ENTC), Dr. Thilina Lalitharatne (Mechanical Engineering) and Dr. Sulochana Sooriyaarachchi (Computer Science and Engineering), which was followed by a demonstration of the projects by the undergraduate students. Dr. Navinda also conducted a guest lecture on “Field Robotics” at the New Auditorium of the University of Moratuwa. In this talk, he gave an overview of the diverse research conducted at CSIRO’s Robotics and Autonomous Systems Group and explained about some specific technologies developed including SLAM and Legged robot locomotion.
Industrial IoT Initiative of the Year Award for Dialog-UoM products at GLOTEL Awards 2019
A range of IoT products developed at the Dialog-University of Moratuwa mobile communications lab won the coveted ‘Industrial IoT Initiative of the Year’ award at the 7th annual Global Telecoms Awards (GLOTEL Awards) held in London in November 2019.
The winning entry is a result of a 4-way partnership between Dialog, the University of Moratuwa, Axiata Digital Labs (ADL) and Lanka Electricity Company (LECO). As the award signifies, the partnership has demonstrated that home-grown technology can make a global impact.
The end-to-end IoT systems experience gained throughout this development process has also enabled the Department of Electronic & Telecommunication Engineering to introduce two new course modules for its undergraduates, as well as the Dialog-UoM lab to support several final year projects.
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