The Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) at SiliconTech, the engineering institute of Silicon University collaborated with the IEEE Student Branch, IEEE PES Student Branch Chapter, and IEEE TEC Student Branch Chapter to organize a Beginner Bootcamp on PSpice on 11 October 2025.
The primary objectives of the bootcamp were to introduce students to the fundamentals of electronic circuit simulation using PSpice and OrCAD, familiarize participants with the software installation, interface, and basic operations, and enable them to design and analyze DC, AC, and transient responses of circuits. Additionally, the session aimed to bridge the gap between theoretical circuit concepts and practical implementation through simulation-based learning, while fostering self-learning, innovation, and research-oriented thinking in circuit design and analysis.
The bootcamp was conducted by Dr. Ramaprasad Panda, Professor, EEE. He provided an in-depth introduction to PSpice and OrCAD, emphasizing their significance in modern circuit design. He guided the participants through installing and configuring the software, creating circuit schematics, defining component parameters, and setting up circuit topology for simulations. The hands-on workshop covered various analyses including DC bias point, DC sweep, AC sweep, and transient responses. Practical examples such as resistive networks, RC and RLC circuits, rectifiers, amplifiers, and filters were simulated, allowing students to visualize voltage, current, and frequency responses, while clarifying doubts in real time.
The event was attended by fifty enthusiastic students. It helped them in building foundational simulation skills, making the learning process both effective and enjoyable. By the end of the bootcamp, participants gained confidence in interpreting simulation results, troubleshooting design errors, and validating circuit performance virtually. Overall, the bootcamp fostered enthusiasm for electronic circuit design and strengthened the practical understanding of theoretical concepts.
