Field visit to 33/11 kV Sixmile Substation, APDCL

The third semester MTech students of the Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) department, School of Technology, Assam Don Bosco University visited the 33/11 kV Sixmile Substation under the Basistha subdivision of APDCL (Assam Power Distribution Co. Ltd.) on 11 Oct 2022. Mr. Jesif Ahmed, a member of the faculty, accompanied the students. APDCL Engineers- Mr. Arnabjan Das, Assistant Manager, IT dept., and Ms. Purabi Kakati, Assistant Manager, APDCL, guided the field visit.

Objectives of the filed visit were:

• To reinforce experiential and contextual learning.

• To explore the various types of components and machinery used in electrical substations.

• To enhance classroom learning by making real-world connections.

Outcome:

It is worthwhile to mention that the substation has a total capacity of 20 MVA (2×10 MVA) and has two incoming feeders, viz., 132/33 KV Kahilipara GSS (Grid Substation) and 220/33 KV Jawaharnagar GIS via Jawaharnagar GSS, only one of which is used at a time. The 33 KV Dwarandha feeder is also connected to the substation. The substation has six outgoing feeders, viz., 11 kV Chachal feeder, 11 kV Rukminigaon feeder, 11 kV New Capital Feeder, 11 kV Tripura Road feeder, 11 kV GS Road feeder and 11 kV Station feeder. The field trip included visits to the switchyard, control room and its various components and feeders. This was followed by a detailed tour of the SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) and RT-DAS (Real-Time Data Acquisition System) systems located in the data centre of the substation. The students also had the opportunity to visit the APDCL customer care centre, where they were given a brief demonstration of the complaint-handling process.

Assam Don Bosco University Welcomes B.Tech. 3rd Semester Students with Induction Programme

The Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) at Assam Don Bosco University (ADBU) organized a dynamic Induction Programme on August 31, 2022, to warmly welcome and familiarize the B.Tech. 3rd semester students with the department and its enriching academic environment. With a total strength of 21 participants, the programme aimed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the department's vision, mission, facilities, and the exciting opportunities that lie ahead in their academic journey.

The Induction Programme served as a gateway for the students, introducing them to their second home for the next three years. Through a series of engaging presentations and interactive sessions, the participants were provided with valuable insights into the department's curriculum, faculty members, and state-of-the-art laboratories.

During the programme, the department's esteemed faculty members and laboratory staff took the stage to address the students, extending their warm greetings and emphasizing the department's commitment to academic excellence. The students were encouraged to make the most of their time at ADBU and embrace the numerous opportunities available to them within the field of Electrical and Electronics Engineering.

The event concluded on a delightful note, with a treat of snacks and juice offered by the faculties to the 3rd semester students, fostering a sense of camaraderie and camaraderie among all attendees.

Speaking about the significance of the Induction Programme, Dr. Bikramjit Goswami, Head of the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, expressed his enthusiasm, saying, "We are thrilled to welcome our 3rd semester students to the department and provide them with a warm and informative induction. Our aim is to create a nurturing environment that not only imparts technical knowledge but also instills a sense of belonging and enthusiasm for learning. We believe that this programme will be instrumental in setting a solid foundation for their academic journey in the field of Electrical and Electronics Engineering."