Analog Circuits Course | IIT Bombay | Prof. Jayanta Mukherjee | 8-Week Program
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 1044 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Core |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 8 weeks |
| Categories | Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering, Control and Instrumentation, VLSI design |
| Credit Points | 2 |
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Start Date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| End Date | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 02 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 29 Mar 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Master the Foundations of Electronics with IIT Bombay's Analog Circuits Course
In the world of electrical engineering, analog circuits form the vital bridge between the physical world and digital processing. From the microphone in your phone to the sensors in advanced medical equipment, analog design is everywhere. For undergraduate students aspiring to excel in electronics, a strong grasp of analog principles is non-negotiable.
We are excited to present a detailed guide to an exceptional learning opportunity: an 8-week introductory course on Analog Circuits, instructed by Prof. Jayanta Mukherjee from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay (IIT Bombay). This course is meticulously structured to build a robust foundation for students in electrical, electronics, communications, and VLSI design streams.
Meet Your Instructor: Prof. Jayanta Mukherjee
Learning from an expert with both academic excellence and real-world experience is invaluable. Prof. Jayanta Mukherjee brings exactly that to this course.
- Position: Associate Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Bombay.
- Research Expertise: RF Circuit Design and Microwave Engineering.
- Industry Impact: Has a proven track record in product design, delivering solutions for premier organizations like BARC and ISRO.
- Collaborations: Actively works with the private sector in India, ensuring the curriculum remains industry-relevant.
- Recognition: A recipient of multiple research awards, a prolific publisher, and a Senior Member of IEEE.
Prof. Mukherjee's blend of theoretical depth and practical insight ensures that students don't just learn concepts but understand their application in solving real engineering challenges.
Course Overview: What You Will Learn
This course is designed as the perfect entry point into analog design for undergraduate students (B.E./B.Tech, B.Sc). It systematically covers the fundamental components and methodologies, with a strong focus on operational amplifier (OPAMP) based circuits, later extending to Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT) fundamentals.
Detailed 8-Week Course Layout
| Week | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Introduction, Poles and Zeros, Ideal Opamp, Applications – Inverting and Non-Inverting Amplifier |
| Week 2 | OPAMP Applications (Contd.) – Summer Amplifier, Difference Amplifier, Integrator, Differentiator |
| Week 3 | Non-Idealities in an OPAMP – Finite Gain, Bandwidth, Slew Rate, Saturation, Offset Voltage, Bias Current |
| Week 4 | Bode Plots, Frequency Response, Millers Theorem, Feedback, Effect of Feedback |
| Week 5 | Stability Analysis, Nyquist Plot, Phase Margin, Gain Margin, Frequency Compensation |
| Week 6 | Filter Design (Butterworth & Chebyshev), Non-Linear Applications – Limiters, Oscillators, Multivibrators |
| Week 7 | Diodes, Introduction to Basic BJT Circuits |
| Week 8 | Continuation and deeper exploration of Basic BJT-based circuits |
Who Should Enroll?
This course is ideally suited for:
- Undergraduate students pursuing B.E./B.Tech or B.Sc in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Communications Engineering.
- Students specializing in Control & Instrumentation and VLSI Design.
- Anyone looking to solidify their foundational knowledge of analog electronics with a structured, expert-led program.
Essential Reference Books
To complement the lectures and gain a deeper understanding, students are encouraged to refer to these classic textbooks, often considered the bibles of circuit design:
- Microelectronic Circuits: Theory and Applications by Sedra and Smith
- Fundamentals of Electric Circuits by Alexander and Sadiku
- Analog Integrated Circuit Design by Johns and Martin
- Analysis and Design of Analog Integrated Circuits by Grey, Hurst, and Mayer
Why This Course is a Must for Aspiring Engineers
In just eight weeks, this course offers a complete journey from the ideal behavior of an OPAMP to the practical considerations of stability and filter design. You will transition from solving basic amplifier circuits to analyzing and designing complex analog systems. The emphasis on non-idealities and stability is particularly crucial, as it prepares you for the imperfections encountered in real-world components and systems—a key differentiator in professional design.
Whether you aim to work in consumer electronics, telecommunications, aerospace (like ISRO), or cutting-edge VLSI design, the principles taught in this Analog Circuits course by IIT Bombay's expert faculty will serve as the cornerstone of your technical expertise.
Take the first step towards mastering the language of electronics. Enroll and build your future in analog design.
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