Semester 3 / EEE

BEE301
BEE301
Engineering Mathematics for EEE
BEE302
BEE302
Electric Circuit Analysis
BEE303
BEE303
Analog Electronic Circuits
BEE304
BEE304
Transformers and Generators
BEEL305
BEEL305
Transformers and Generators Lab
BEE306A
BEE306A
Digital Logic Circuits
BEE306B
BEE306B
Electrical Measurements and Instrumentation
BEE306C
BEE306C
Electromagnetic Field Theory
BEE306D
BEE306D
Physics of Electronic Devices
BSCK307
BSCK307
Social Connect and Responsibility
BEEL358A
BEEL358A
SCI LAB/MATLAB for Transformers and Generators
BEEL358B
BEEL358B
555 IC Laboratory
BEEL358C
BEEL358C
Circuit Laboratory using P Spice
BEEL358D
BEEL358D
Electrical Hardware Laboratory
📚 SEMESTER GUIDE

Semester 3 - Electrical & Electronics VTU Notes & Study Guide | VTUwise

Welcome to Semester 3 of Electrical & Electronics engineering under Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU). This semester introduces crucial core subjects that serve as direct prerequisites for your engineering projects and placement drives.

Syllabus Overview for Semester 3

Here are the primary subjects you will study this semester. Click on any subject card above to download module-wise resources:

  • Engineering Mathematics for EEE (BEE301): 4 CR subject. Focuses on core concepts and structural applications.
  • Electric Circuit Analysis (BEE302): 4 CR subject. Focuses on core concepts and structural applications.
  • Analog Electronic Circuits (BEE303): 4 CR subject. Focuses on core concepts and structural applications.
  • Transformers and Generators (BEE304): 4 CR subject. Focuses on core concepts and structural applications.
  • Transformers and Generators Lab (BEEL305): 1 CR subject. Focuses on core concepts and structural applications.
  • Digital Logic Circuits (BEE306A): 3 CR subject. Focuses on core concepts and structural applications.
  • Electrical Measurements and Instrumentation (BEE306B): 3 CR subject. Focuses on core concepts and structural applications.
  • Electromagnetic Field Theory (BEE306C): 3 CR subject. Focuses on core concepts and structural applications.
  • Physics of Electronic Devices (BEE306D): 3 CR subject. Focuses on core concepts and structural applications.
  • Social Connect and Responsibility (BSCK307): 1 CR subject. Focuses on core concepts and structural applications.
  • SCI LAB/MATLAB for Transformers and Generators (BEEL358A): 1 CR subject. Focuses on core concepts and structural applications.
  • 555 IC Laboratory (BEEL358B): 1 CR subject. Focuses on core concepts and structural applications.
  • Circuit Laboratory using P Spice (BEEL358C): 1 CR subject. Focuses on core concepts and structural applications.
  • Electrical Hardware Laboratory (BEEL358D): 1 CR subject. Focuses on core concepts and structural applications.

Study Guide & Passing Strategy for Sem 3

Success in Semester 3 requires balancing theory derivations with practical lab tasks. Follow these key steps:

  1. Analyze Credit Weightage: Allocate more time to subjects carrying 4 credits, as they affect your SGPA calculations the most.
  2. Master CIE Internals early: Securing 30+ marks in internals significantly reduces the pressure to score high on the 100-mark Semester End Exam (SEE).
  3. Utilize Module-wise Notes: Rather than reading heavy textbooks last minute, study with verified, structured notes divided precisely by syllabus modules.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many subjects are in VTU Electrical & Electronics Semester 3?â–¼
Typically, a semester contains 5 to 7 theory subjects along with laboratory classes and seminar sessions. Check the subjects list above for the exact list.
What is the passing criteria for 4-credit subjects in Semester 3?â–¼
The passing criteria is identical for all credit courses: a minimum of 40% in Continuous Internal Evaluation (20/50 marks) and 35% in Semester End Examination (35/100 marks), with an overall 40% aggregate.
Where can I get previous year papers for Semester 3?â–¼
You can access past papers and model question papers by clicking on each subject card listed on this page.