BEE054 Electrical Standards and Engineering Practices Syllabus
AKTU B.Tech · 3rd Year · Unit-wise syllabus (effective 2024-25)
BEE054 Electrical Standards and Engineering Practices (also written as KEE054) is a subject in the 3rd year of the AKTU B.Tech programme, prescribed by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University. It carries 3 credits. The syllabus is divided into 5 units. The complete unit-wise topic list, course outcomes and reference books are given below, taken from the official AKTU syllabus effective from 2024-25.
BEE054 Subject Details
| Subject Code | BEE054 / KEE054 |
|---|---|
| Subject Name | Electrical Standards and Engineering Practices |
| University | Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) |
| Course | B.Tech (Bachelor of Technology) |
| Year / Semester | 3rd Year |
| Credits | 3 |
| Total Units | 5 |
| Scheme Effective From | 2024-25 |
| Last Verified | 2026-08-19 |
BEE054 Electrical Standards and Engineering Practices Unit-Wise Syllabus
Official AKTU syllabus (effective 2024-25) — 5 units.
Unit 1
Unit-I (Introduction of Standards and Design practices) Different Electrical standards & codes, overview of Indian Standards and International Standards (IS, IEC, IEEE, NEMA and Building codes etc.). General engineering design practices, selection of voltage level, role of electrical studies and design calculations (load flow, fault level calculation, earthing and lightning calculation, voltage drop) in distribution system planning. Feasibility study, thermal and electrical resistivity of soil, Study of electrical drawings/layouts and cost estimation.
Unit 2
Unit-II (Electrical Standards-I) Overview of IS standards for cables (IS-7098 IS-8130, IS-10810, IS-1554, IS-1255), IS standards for lighting (IS-3646, IS-10322, IS-6665) and IS standards for motors (IS-325, IS-900, IS-2253, IS-4029, IS-15999) - basic terminologies, type test and routine tests. Efficiency class of motors as per IS/IEC standard.
Unit 3
Unit-III (Electrical Standards-II) Transformer types, overview of IS standards for transformer (IS-2026, IS-6600 IS-10028, IS-11171), IS standards for LV & HV switchgears (IS-8623, IS/IEC-60898, IS/IEC-62271, IS-3427, IS-9920, IS-12729) - basic terminologies, type test and routine tests, substation automation (IEC-61850). Instrument transformers (CT & PT), Instrument safety factor, VA burden, knee point voltage and accuracy classes.
Unit 4
Unit-IV (National Codes and Design practices) ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING Overview of National electrical code, National Building Code of India, Cable types, installation practices, de- rating factors and bonding methods, Earthing and lightning protection system, touch and step potentials, Hazardous area classification, electrical equipments for different hazardous zones.
Unit 5
Unit-V (Equipment Sizing & Selection, CEA Regulations) Load estimation, sizing and selection of transformers, cables and switchgears, CEA Regulations 2010 and amendments, safety and installation guidelines.
BEE054 Course Outcomes
- Pre-requisites of course: Basic Electrical Engineering, Electrical Machines and Power System
- Upon the completion of the course, the student will be able to: Level, KL
- CO1 Interpret different National & International Electrical Standards in practice K2
- CO2 Understand Indian standards for cables, lighting and motors. K3
- CO3 Understand Indian standards of transformers, LV & HV switchgears K3
- CO4 Demonstrate the basic guidelines for National codes and design practices K3
- CO5 Select the size and type of transformer, cable & switchgear for electrical applications. K4
- K1 – Remember K2 – Understand K3 – Apply K4 – Analyze K5 – Evaluate K6 – Create
BEE054 Reference Books
- Robert Alonzo, “Electrical Codes, Standards, Recommended Practices and Regulations 1st Edition”,
- Mohamed A El-Sharkawi, “Electric safety: practice and standards”, CRC Press.
- Central Electricity Authority Regulations and Amendments.
- Alexander Apostolov, IEC 61850: Digitizing the Electric Power Grid , Artech, 2022.
Frequently Asked Questions about BEE054
What is the syllabus of BEE054 Electrical Standards and Engineering Practices?
The AKTU BEE054 Electrical Standards and Engineering Practices syllabus is divided into 5 units. The complete topic list for each unit is published on this page, taken from the official Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University syllabus effective from 2024-25.
How many units are there in BEE054?
BEE054 Electrical Standards and Engineering Practices has 5 units in the AKTU syllabus and 3 credits.
Is BEE054 the same subject as KEE054?
Yes. AKTU renumbered its B.Tech subject codes from the 2022-23 session onwards, so the same subject appears as BEE054 and KEE054 depending on the scheme year. The syllabus content is the same.
How many credits is BEE054 worth?
BEE054 Electrical Standards and Engineering Practices carries 3 credits in the AKTU evaluation scheme.
Where can I download BEE054 previous year question papers?
AKTU B.Tech previous year question papers for every semester are available to download free on Ryzenstudy, with no login or registration required.
Is this the official AKTU syllabus for BEE054?
Yes. Every topic on this page is taken from the official Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University syllabus document (AKTU B.Tech 3rd Year Electrical Engineering Syllabus), effective from 2024-25. A direct link to the original AKTU PDF is provided at the top of this page. Last verified on 2026-08-19.
Related AKTU Syllabus
Source: Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University official syllabus — AKTU B.Tech 3rd Year Electrical Engineering Syllabus, effective from 2024-25. Ryzenstudy is not affiliated with AKTU. Content last verified on 2026-08-19.