Analog and Digital Communications I (Hinglish) Course | IIT Guwahati | Prof. Ribhu
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 362 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Core |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 12 weeks |
| Categories | Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering, Communication and Signal Processing |
| Credit Points | 3 |
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Start Date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| End Date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 02 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 24 Apr 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Analog and Digital Communications I (Hinglish): Your Gateway to Mastering Communication Systems
Are you an engineering student or professional looking to build a strong foundation in communication systems? Do you find complex technical concepts easier to grasp in a familiar, colloquial language? If so, the Analog and Digital Communications I course, taught in Hinglish by Prof. Ribhu of IIT Guwahati, is designed for you. This 12-week undergraduate-level course breaks down the intricate world of signal transmission and reception into understandable segments, making it perfect for students, competitive exam aspirants, and industry professionals alike.
Why Choose This Course?
Communication systems form the backbone of modern technology, from your smartphone to satellite TV. This course offers a unique blend of theoretical depth and practical relevance, delivered in an accessible language format. By learning in Hinglish—colloquial Hindi written in Roman text—students can focus on core concepts without the added barrier of complex English terminology, leading to better comprehension and retention.
Meet Your Instructor: Prof. Ribhu
The course is led by Prof. Ribhu, an accomplished academic and researcher with a robust background in signal processing and communications.
- Current Position: Assistant Professor, Department of Electronics and Electrical Engineering, IIT Guwahati (since April 2017).
- Education: B.E. from Panjab University, M.Tech and PhD from IIT Roorkee.
- Research Experience: Post-PhD work at the prestigious Signal Processing for Communication (SPC) lab, IISc Bengaluru.
- Research Interests: Physical layer design for wireless networks, statistical signal processing, massive MIMO systems, and detection theory.
Prof. Ribhu's expertise ensures that the course content is not only academically sound but also aligned with cutting-edge research and industry needs.
Course Overview and Structure
This comprehensive 12-week program is meticulously structured to take you from fundamental concepts to advanced topics in communication theory. The course is divided into two main parts: Analog Communications and Digital Communications.
Detailed 12-Week Course Layout
| Week | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Spectral Analysis, Time and Bandwidth, Hilbert Transforms, Low Pass Equivalents |
| Week 2 | Random Processes: Complex Random Variables, Random Vectors, Properties |
| Week 3 | Random Processes as Signals, Power Spectra, Low Pass & Band Pass Random Processes |
| Week 4 | Noise & Modulation: Types of Noise, Need for Modulation, AM Generation & Demodulation |
| Week 5 | Amplitude Modulation: DSB-SC AM, SSB, QAM, Phase Locked Loop, Angle Modulation |
| Week 6 | Angle Modulation: Spectral Analysis of FM, Generation & Demodulation of FM |
| Week 7 | Effect of Noise on Analog Modulation: Noise in CW Systems, AM/FM Noise Analysis, Noise Figure, Link Budget |
| Week 8 | Analog to Digital Conversion: Sampling, Bandpass Sampling, Sampling of Random Processes, Quantization |
| Week 9 | Quantization: Optimal & Uniform Quantization, Companding, PCM, Correlation |
| Week 10 | PCM, Wiener Hopf Equations, DPCM, Delta Modulation, Encoding of Digital Pulses |
| Week 11 | Reception: The Matched Filter, Detection of Binary Signals in Noise, Probability of Error |
| Week 12 | Signal Spaces: Vector Spaces, Signals as Vectors, Gram-Schmidt Orthogonalization, Constellations |
Who Should Enroll?
- Intended Audience: Primarily third and fourth-year Undergraduate (UG) students in Electronics, Electrical, and Communication Engineering.
- Competitive Exam Aspirants: Excellent resource for GATE, ESE, and other engineering entrance exam preparation.
- Industry Professionals: Professionals looking to solidify their fundamentals in communication systems.
Industry Relevance and Support
The skills and knowledge imparted in this course are highly valued in the tech industry. The curriculum receives support and recognition from leading global companies, including:
- Qualcomm
- Samsung
- Analog Devices
- NVidia
This industry alignment ensures that the course content is relevant to current technological demands and prepares students for real-world challenges.
Recommended Textbooks
To supplement the video lectures, Prof. Ribhu recommends two classic textbooks, which are considered bibles in the field:
- Simon Haykin, Communication Systems, 4th Edition, Wiley.
- John G. Proakis and Masoud Salehi, Communication Systems Engineering, Prentice-Hall.
Conclusion
The Analog and Digital Communications I (Hinglish) course by IIT Guwahati is more than just an online class; it's a structured learning journey. With Prof. Ribhu's expert guidance, a logical progression from analog to digital concepts, and the unique advantage of Hinglish instruction, this course demystifies complex communication theory. Whether you aim to ace your university exams, crack competitive tests, or build a strong foundation for a career in R&D, this course provides the tools, knowledge, and confidence you need to succeed in the dynamic field of communications.
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