ANNA UNIVERSITY, CHENNAI

NON- AUTONOMOUS COLLEGES

AFFILIATED TO ANNA UNIVERSITY
M.E. COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS
REGULATIONS 2025

PROGRAMME OUTCOMES (POs):

PO Programme Outcomes
PO1 An ability to independently carry out research /investigation and development
work to solve practical problems

PO2 An ability to write and present a substantial technical report/document.

PO3 Students should be able to demonstrate a degree of mastery over the area as
per the specialization of the program. The mastery should be at a level higher
than the requirements in the appropriate bachelor program

PROGRAMME SPECIFIC OUTCOMES(PSOs):

PSO Programme Specific Outcomes

Ability to design and implement innovative solutions to solve complex
PSO1
problems in Communication Engineering.
Competence to independently undertake research projects involving
PSO2 simulation, measurement, and product development in Communication-related
fields.

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 ANNA UNIVERSITY, CHENNAI

POSTGRADUATE CURRICULUM (NON-AUTONOMOUS AFFILIATED INSTITUTIONS)

Programme: M.E., Communication Systems Regulations: 2025

Abbreviations:
BS – Basic Science (Mathematics, Physics, L – Laboratory Course
Chemistry)
ES – Engineering Science (General (G), T – Theory
Programme Core (PC), Programme Elective (PE)
SD – Skill Development LIT – Laboratory Integrated Theory
SL – Self Learning PW – Project Work
OE – Open Elective TCP – Total Contact Period(s)

Semester I

Periods
S. Course Per Week
Course Title Type TCP Credits Category
No. Code
L T P
1. MA25C05 Advanced Mathematical T 3 1 0 4 4 BS
Methods (ECE)
2. CU25C01 Advanced Radiation T 3 0 0 3 3 ES(PC)
Systems
3. CU25C02 Modern Digital
Communication T 3 0 0 3 3 ES (PC)
Systems
4. CU25C03 Advanced Digital Signal T 3 1 0 4 4 ES (PC)
Processing
5. CU25C04 Analog and Digital ES(PC)
Electronic System LIT 3 0 2 5 4
Design
6. CU25C05 Digital Communication L 0 0 4 4 2 ES (PC)
Systems Laboratory
7. CU25101 Technical Seminar - 0 0 2 2 1 SD

Total 25 21

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 Semester II
Periods
S. Course
Course Title Type Per Week TCP Credits Category
No. Code
L T P
Radio Frequency Transceiver
1. T 3 0 0 3 3 ES(PC)
Design
2. Programme Elective I T 3 0 0 3 3 ES(PE)
3. Machine Learning T 3 1 0 4 4 ES(PC)
Advanced Wireless
4. LIT 3 0 2 5 4 ES(PC)
Communication Networks
Advanced Communication
5. L 0 0 4 4 2 ES(PC)
Systems laboratory
6. Industry Oriented Course I - 1 0 0 1 1 SD
7. Industrial Training - - -- - --- 1 SD
8. Self-Learning Course - - -- - --- 1 --
Total 20 19

Semester III
Periods
S. Course
Course Title Type Per Week TCP Credits Category
No. Code
L T P
1. Programme Elective II T 3 0 0 3 3 ES(PE)
2. Programme Elective III T 3 0 0 3 3 ES(PE)
3. Programme Elective IV T 3 0 0 3 3 ES(PE)
4. Open Elective T 3 0 0 3 3 -
5. Industry Oriented Course II - 1 0 0 1 1 SD
6. Project Work I - 0 0 12 12 6 SD
Total 25 19

Semester IV

Periods
S. Course
Course Title Type per week TCP Credits Category
No. Code
L T P
1. Project Work II --- 0 0 24 24 12 SD
Total 24 12
Total Credits for the Programme:70

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 Programme Elective Courses (PE)
Periods Total
S. Course
Course Title per week Contact Credits
No. Code
L T P Periods
1. Wavelets and Sub band Coding 3 0 0 3 3
Wireless Sensor Networks and
2. 3 0 0 3 3
WBAN
3. Ultra Wide Band Communications 3 0 0 3 3
4. VLSI for Wireless Communication 3 0 0 3 3
5. Cognitive Radio Communications 3 0 0 3 3
Quantum Communication and
6. 3 0 0 3 3
Networking
Telecommunication System
7. 3 0 0 3 3
Modeling and Simulation
8. Massive MIMO and mmWave 3 0 0 3 3
System
9. Advanced Satellite Based Systems 3 0 0 3 3
10. Communication Network Design 3 0 0 3 3
11. Digital Communication Transceivers 3 0 0 3 3
12. Co-operative Communication 3 0 0 3 3
Security for Wireless
13. 3 0 0 3 3
Communication Networks
14. Signal Detection and Estimation 3 0 0 3 3
Solid State Device Modeling and
15. 3 0 0 3 3
Simulation
16. RF Integrated Circuit Design 3 0 0 3 3
17. Image and Video Processing 3 0 0 3 3
18. Analytics
MEMS and NEMS 3 0 0 3 3
19. Image Processing and Pattern 3 0 0 3 3
Recognition
Analog and Mixed Signal VLSI
20. 3 0 0 3 3
Design

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Semester I

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 L T P C
MA25C05 Advanced Mathematical Methods (ECE)
3 1 0 4
Course Objectives:
This course aims to equip students with advanced mathematical and computational
techniques focuses on developing problem-solving skills for designing efficient circuits,
communication protocols, and embedded systems.
Calculus of Variations:Variation and its properties, Euler’s equation, Functionals
dependent on first and higher order derivatives, Functionals dependent on functions of
several independent variables, Some applications, Direct methods, Ritz method.
Queueing Models: Markovian queues, Birth and death processes, Single and multiple
server queueing models, Little’s formula, Queues with finite waiting rooms, Queues with
impatient customers: Balking and reneging. Finite source models, M/G/1 queue,
Pollaczek Khinchin formula, M/D/1 and M/EK/1 as special cases, Series queues, Open
Jackson networks.
Graph Theory: Introduction to paths, trees, Isomorphism, Matrix coloring and directed
graphs, Some basic algorithms: Dijkstra’s Algorithm, Depth-First search, Breadth-First
search, Prims Algorithm, Kruskal Algorithm
Optimization Techniques:Linear programming, Basic concepts, Graphical and simplex
methods, Big M method, Transportation problems, Assignment problems.

Weightage: Continuous Assessment: 40%, End Semester Examinations: 60%

Assessment Methodology: Quiz (5%), Assignments (10%), Review of Question Papers
(IES, GATE, SSC Questions) (20%), Projects (20%), Flipped Class (5%), Internal
Examinations (40%).
References:
1. Elsgolc, L. D. – Calculus of Variations, Dover Publications.
2. Gross, D. & Harris, C. M. – Fundamentals of Queueing Theory, Wiley.
3. Deo, N. – Graph Theory with Applications to Engineering and Computer Science,
PHI.
4. Hillier, F. S. & Lieberman, G. J. – Introduction to Operations Research, McGraw-
Hill.
5. Kanti Swarup, Gupta P.K., & Man Mohan – Operations Research, Sultan Chand &
Sons.
E-resources:
1. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/111/105/111105039
2. https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/electrical-engineering-and-computer-science/6-262-
discrete-stochastic-processes
3. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/106/106/106106183

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 L T P C
CU25C01 Advanced Radiation Systems
3 0 0 3
Course Objective:
This course aims to Provides foundation in antenna principles, arrays, modern structures,
measurements, and recent trends in advanced antenna design.

Antenna Fundamentals: Radiation mechanisms, Maxwell's equations, antenna

parameters, dipole, monopole, loop analysis, current distribution, radiation integrals.
Numerical methods -MoM, FEM, FDTD, simulation tools.
Activities:
Write a report on real-world antenna installations

Antenna Arrays and Beamforming: Linear and planar arrays, beamforming, phased
arrays, array synthesis (Binomial, Chebyshev), smart antennas, mutual coupling.
Activities:

1. MATLAB/Python simulation of linear and planar array patterns

2. Comparison chart activity of beamforming methods

Aperture and Reflector Antennas Aperture radiation, horn and slot antennas, Babinet’s
principle, reflector types and design, GTD, performance metrics.

Activities:
1. Design exercise: horn/reflector using standard formulas,
2. Concept map of diffraction and equivalence principles

Modern and Specific Antennas: Microstrip, fractal, reconfigurable, MIMO, mmWave,

THz, wearable and implantable antennas, feeding and tuning methods.
Activites:
1. Mini project: Microstrip or fractal antenna design using CST/HFSS,
2. Invited expert talk on recent trends in antenna design
Antenna Measurements: Antenna test environments, anechoic/reverb chambers, gain,
pattern, impedance, polarization
Activities:
1. Lab visit or virtual demo of anechoic chamber setup
2. Report writing on modern antenna testing
Weightage: Continuous Assessment: 40%, End Semester Examinations: 60%
Assessment Methodology: Quiz (5%), Assignments (10%), Review of Question Papers
(IES, GATE, SSC Questions) (20%), Projects (20%), Flipped Class (5%), Internal
Examinations (40%).
References
1. Balanis, C. A. (2016). Antenna theory: Analysis and design . John Wiley & Sons.
2. Gross, F. B. (2011). Frontiers in antennas: Next generation design and
engineering. McGraw Hill.
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 3. Drabowitch, S., Papiernik, A., Griffiths, H. D., Encinas, J., & Smith, B. L. (2013).
Modern antennas. Springer.
4. Krauss, J. D. (2017). Antennas. John Wiley & Sons.
5. Stutzman, W. L., & Thiele, G. A. (2012). Antenna theory and design. John Wiley &
Sons.

CO description PO
PSO1 PSO2
Mapping
CO1 Analyze the radiation mechanisms in antennas. PO3(3) 3 2
CO2 Design and evaluate antenna performance in various PO1(3)
2 2
systems. PO2(3)
CO3 Use the modern simulation tools and measurement PO2(3)
3 3
techniques for design and analysis of antennas. PO1(3)

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 L T P C
CU25C02 Modern Digital Communication Systems
3 0 0 3
Course Objectives:
To understand the concepts of coherent/non-coherent receivers, bandlimited signalling,
equalization, channel coding, OFDM, and CDMA for multiuser communication.
Coherent and Non-Coherent Communication: Coherent receivers, IQ
modulation/demodulation, QAM, MFSK, DPSK, Rayleigh/Rician channels, BER
performance, synchronization techniques.
Activities 1: Simulation and BER Analysis of Coherent vs Non-Coherent Receivers in
MATLAB/Python
2: Hands-on Lab with Software-Defined Radio (SDR) or GNU Radio

Equalization Techniques: ISI, Nyquist criterion, partial response signaling, linear and
decision feedback equalizers, adaptive equalization.
Activities 1: Simulating ISI and Equalization Techniques in MATLAB/Python
2: Nyquist Criterion and Partial Response Signaling – Practical Design and
Analysis
Block Coded Digital Communication: Binary block codes, channel capacity,
Shannon's theorem, spread spectrum, BPSK/DPSK with coding, Hamming, BCH, Reed-
Solomon, STBC.
Project 1: Simulate Hamming, BCH, and RS codes in noisy channels
2: Coded modulation with spread spectrum and STBC simulation
Convolutional Coded Digital Communication: Polynomial, state/tree/trellis diagrams,
Viterbi decoding, error performance, turbo coding and iterative decoding.
Activities 1: Implement convolutional encoding and Viterbi decoding
2: Turbo Coding – Encoding and Iterative Decoding
Multicarrier and Multiuser Communications: OFDM modulation/demodulation, FFT
implementation, bit/power allocation, PAPR, CDMA, multiuser detection, SIC.
Project 1: OFDM System Design and Analysis using FFT in MATLAB/Python
2: CDMA System Simulation with Multiuser Detection

Weightage: Continuous Assessment: 40%, End Semester Examinations: 60%

Assessment Methodology: Quiz (5%), Assignments (10%), Review of Question Papers
(IES, GATE, SSC Questions) (20%), Projects (20%), Flipped Class (5%), Internal
Examinations (40%).
References:
1. Proakis, J. G., & Salehi, M. (2014). Digital communication. McGraw Hill.
2. Haykin, S. (2014). Digital communication systems. John Wiley & Sons.

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 3. Sklar, B., & Ray, P. K. (2009). Digital communications: Fundamentals &
applications. Pearson Education.
4. Lathi, B. P., & Ding, Z. (2025). Modern Digital and Analog Communication
Systems. Oxford University Press.
5. Rappaport, T. S. (2002). Wireless communications. Pearson Education.

CO description PO PSO1 PSO2

Mapping
CO1 Explain the fundamental concepts of digital - - -
communication.
CO2 Analyze coherent and non-coherent receiver PO1(3) 2 2
performance. PO3(3)
CO3 Apply the convolutional coding i digital 3 3
PO3(3)
communication
CO4 Design and evaluate multicarrier and multiuser PO1(3) 3 3
systems using OFDM and CDMA..

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CU25C03 Advanced Digital Signal Processing
3 1 0 4
Course Objective:
This course imparts advanced DSP techniques like multirate processing, adaptive filters,
spectral estimation, and real-time architectures for communication applications

Multirate Signal Processing in Communication: Decimation, interpolation, multistage

conversion, polyphase filters, filter banks, fractional rate conversion, communication
applications.
Activities:
1. Simulate decimation and interpolation of speech signals in MATLAB/Python.
2. Design and evaluate polyphase filter banks for sub-band coding.

Adaptive Filtering for Channel Equalization: LMS, NLMS, RLS algorithms,

convergence, system identification, noise/echo cancellation, equalizers in mobile/wired
systems.).
Activities :
1. Implement LMS and RLS algorithms for channel equalization.
2. Compare convergence behavior with different step sizes and noise levels
Spectral Estimation for Signal Analysis: Non-parametric (Periodogram, Welch),
parametric (AR, MA, ARMA), high-resolution (MUSIC, ESPRIT), PSD for speech/radar
Activities:
1. Mini project: PSD analysis of a real-world communication signal (e.g., FM, ECG).
2. Virtual demonstration on subspace-based estimation in MIMO systems.

DSP Architectures and Real-Time Implementation: Fixed/floating-point DSPs,

TMS320C67x, pipelining, FPGA-based DSP, SDR, DSP in 5G and IoT applications.
Activities :
1. Mini Project: Optimization of FIR/IIR filters on FPGA or DSP kits..
2. Simulate pipelined filter processing on FPGA (Verilog or Vivado HLS optional).
Applications in Modern Communication Systems: DSP in modulation/demodulation,
channel estimation, spectrum sensing, cognitive radio, speech/audio, IoT, biomedical.
Activities:
1. Design and simulate a complete QPSK system with matched filtering.
2. Implement a basic spectrum sensing block for a cognitive radio.
Weightage: Continuous Assessment: 40%, End Semester Examinations: 60%
Assessment Methodology: Quiz (5%), Assignments (10%), Review of Question Papers
(IES, GATE, SSC Questions) (20%), Projects (20%), Flipped Class (5%), Internal
Examinations (40%).

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References:
1. Proakis, J. G., & Manolakis, D. G. (2007). Digital signal processing: Principles,
algorithms, and applications . Pearson.
2. Mitra, S. K. (2010). Digital signal processing: A computer-based approach.
McGraw-Hill.
3. Hayes, M. H. (2009). Statistical digital signal processing and modeling. Wiley.
4. Orfanidis, S. J. (2007). Optimum signal processing. McGraw-Hill.
5. Jones, D. L. (2020). MATLAB for signal processing. Cambridge University Press.

CO description PO PSO1 PSO2

Mapping
CO1 Elaborate multirate signal processing techniques - - -
CO2 Apply adaptive signal processing techniques to solve PO1(3) 2 2
practical problems PO3(3)
CO3 Analyse spectral estimation methods, and direction- PO1(3) 2 2
of-arrival.
CO4 Design and implement real-time DSP algorithms PO1(3) 3 2
and architectures.

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CU25C04 Analog and Digital Electronic System Design
3 0 2 4
Course Objective:
To develop skills to design and analyze integrated analog-digital circuits for efficient
mixed-signal systems.
MOS Transistor Principles and Logic Gates: MOS transistor characteristics, CMOS
inverter, logic gate design, secondary effects, CS, CG, CD amplifiers, cascode, current
mirrors.
Activity:
1. Analyze CMOS inverter performance and power metrics.
2. Simulate and compare amplifier configurations using SPICE.
Practicals:
1. DC characteristics of NMOS/PMOS.
2. logic gate simulations (NOT, NAND, NOR).
Single Stage Amplifiers: MOS models and small-signal equivalents, common-source
(CS), common-gate (CG), and source-follower (CD) amplifiers, cascode amplifiers,
current mirrors.
Activity:
1. virtual demonstration on MOSFET amplifier configurations (CS, CG, CD)
2. Simulating cascode amplifier and current mirror circuits
Practical Experiments:
1. CS amplifier design and performance analysis (Zin, Zout, gain, bandwidth,
transient)
2. Current mirror and cascode amplifier simulation
Differential Amplifiers and High-Gain Circuits: Differential amplifier design, gain,
CMR, slew rate, bandwidth, power, op-amp design principles, high-gain structures.

Activity:
1. V9irtual demonstration high-gain amplifier structures and op-amp design
Practical Experiments:
1. Differential amplifier with resistive load (gain, bandwidth, power, CMRR, transient)
2. Design of op-amp style gain stages

Digital Circuit Design and FPGA Implementation: FPGA architecture, datapath

design, clocked synchronous circuits, iterative circuits, ASM chart and realization using
ASM blocks.

Activity:
1. Virtual demonstration on FPGA architecture and data path circuit design
2. Modelling of synchronous sequential circuits using ASM charts
Practical Experiments:
1. Implementation of combinational circuits on FPGA
2. Implementation of simple state machine and timing analysis

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System Design Using HDL and Integration: Logic system and data types in HDL,
behavioral and structural modeling, FSM synthesis, mixed-signal integration using
simulation tools.
Activity:
1. Behavioral modeling and synthesis of combinational and sequential circuits
2. Design and synthesis of finite state machines (FSM) using HDL
Practical Experiments:
3. FPGA realization and real-time output analysis
1. Mixed-signal simulation using Cadence Spectre/Mentor Graphics/SPICE
Weightage: Continuous Assessment: 50%, End Semester Examinations: 50%
Assessment Methodology: Quiz (5%), Assignments (10%), Review of Question Papers
(IES, GATE, SSC Questions) (20%), Projects (20%), Flipped Class (5%), Internal
Examinations (40%).
References
1. Razavi, B. (2016). Design of analog CMOS integrated circuits. Tata McGraw Hill.
2. Sansen, W. M. C. (2007). Analog design essentials. Springer.
3. Grebene, K. (2003). Bipolar and MOS analog integrated circuit design. John Wiley
& Sons.
4. Roth, C. H., Jr. (2005). Fundamentals of logic design. Thomson Learning.
5. Palnitkar, S. (2003). Verilog HDL: A guide to digital design and synthesis.
Pearson.

CO description PO PSO1 PSO2

Mapping
CO1 Describe the integration of analog and digital - - -
subsystems in electronic system design
CO2 Analyze and design CMOS analog and digital PO3(3)
building blocks using device-level models.
CO3 Develop and simulate mixed-signal circuits simulation PO1(3)
3
tools for real-time applications.
CO4 Evaluate the analog and digital sub systems PO1(3)
2 3
performance parameters through lab experiments.. PO(2)

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CU25C05 Digital Communication Systems Laboratory
0 0 4 2
Course Objectives:
This course aims to covers digital communication performance, wireless systems,
digital filter design, and adaptive filtering algorithms.
list of experiments(MATLAB/Scilab/Labview)
use appropriate simulation tools for the following experiments:

1. Generation & detection of binary digital modulation techniques using SDR

2. Spread Spectrum communication system-Pseudo random binary sequence
generation-Baseband DSSS.
3. MIMO system transceiver design using MATLAB/SCILAB/LABVIEW
4. Performance evaluation of simulated CDMA system
5. Channel Coder/decoder design (block codes / convolutional codes/ turbo codes)
6. OFDM transceiver design using MATLAB /SCILAB/LABVIEW
7. Channel equalizer design using MATLAB (LMS, RLS algorithms)
8. Design and Analysis of Spectrum Estimators (Bartlett, Welch) using MATLAB
9. BER performance Analysis of M-ary digital Modulation Techniques (coherent &
non coherent) in AWGN Environment using MATLAB/SCILAB/LABVIEW
10. Design and performance analysis of Lossless Coding Techniques - Huffman
Coding and Lempel Ziv Algorithm using MATLAB/SCILAB/LABVIEW
11. Noise / Echo cancellation using MATLAB (LMS / RLS algorithms).
12. Study of synchronization (frame, bit, symbol.)
13. Wireless channel characterization.
Weightage: Continuous Assessment: 60%, End Semester Examinations: 40%
Assessment Methodology: Project (30%), Assignment (10%), Practical (30%), Internal
Examinations (30%)

CO description PO PSO1 PSO2

Mapping
CO1 Apply simulation tools like MATLAB, Scilab, or
LabVIEW to model, analyze, and evaluate digital PO3(3) 2 2
communication systems
CO2 Design and simulate advanced wireless
PO1(3)
communication systems and assess their 3 2
performance under various channel conditions.
CO3 Implement and analyze adaptive signal processing
PO1(3)
algorithms for applications noise/echo cancellation 2 3
PO(2)
and data compression.

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