PIONEER KUMARASWAMY COLLEGE (www.pioneerkumaraswamycollege.com)
NAGERCOIL KANYAKUMARI DISTRICT TAMIL NADU
Pincode: 629 003
SELF – STUDY REPORT
Submitted to
National Assessment and Accreditation Council
Nagarbhavi, Bangalore.
On
20th January 2016
CONTENTS
1. Preface 3 2. Executive Summary 4-5 3. Strengths- Weaknesses- Opportunities- Challenges (SWOC) 6 4. Profile of the College 7-14 5. Criterion - wise Evaluative Reports 15
(a) Criterion I: CURRICULAR ASPECTS 16-34
(b) Criterion II: TEACHING- LEARNING AND EVALUATION 35-53
(c) Criterion III: RESEARCH, CONSULTANCY AND EXTENSION 54-72
(d) Criterion IV: INFRASTRUCTURE AND LEARNING 73-83 RESOURCES
(e) Criterion V: STUDENT SUPPORT AND PROGRESSION 84-107
(f) Criterion VI: GOVERNANCE, LEADERSHIP AND 108-125 MANAGEMENT
(g) Criterion VII: INNOVATIONS AND BEST PRACTICES 126-130 6. Evaluative Report of the Departments 131-236 7. Declaration by the Head of the Institution 237 8. Certificate of Compliance 238 9. Annexure (i) The documentary proof of uploading the AISHE information 239 (ii) Letter from University regarding affiliation 240
(iii) Consolidated List of Colleges under 2(f)/12(B)- 241 file:///D:/Welcome to UGC, New Delhi, India, Page 1of 5 (iv) Certificate of Manonmaniam Sundarnar University, Tirunelveli- reg-Recognition Under Section 2(f) and 12(B) of the 242 UGC Act, 1956 (v) Certificate of regular under 2(f) and 12(B) from UGC 243 (vi) Latest grant certificate 244-245 (vii) IEQA application submitted to NAAC 246-248 (viii) Photocopy of Institution‘s Master plan 249
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PREFACE
With immense pleasure, we submit the Self-Study Report (SSR) of Pioneer Kumaraswamy College, Nagercoil, (Report period – 2011-2012 to Oct -2015) for the first cycle of accreditation by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), Bangalore.
This report has been prepared following guidelines of NAAC. The report reveals our academic and administrative functions and activities focussing on Curricular aspects, Teaching-learning and evaluation, Research, consultancy and extension, Infrastructure and learning resources, Student support and progression, Governance, leadership and management, Innovations and best practices and activities of the departments of Pioneer Kumaraswamy College. It is a collective endeavour involving the participation of all the stakeholders, management, faculty members, administrative staff, students, parents, employers, community and alumni. It has facilitated us to evaluate our strengths, weaknesses and areas for improvement.
The Steering Committee comprising of five faculty members has prepared the report with the support of the members of the IQAC. Regular interactions with the management, the principal and the entire campus community have helped to finalise the report with utmost sincerity and honesty.
Mr. T. Dhanuskodia Pillai, M.Sc., B.Ed Principal In-charge Pioneer Kumaraswamy College Nagercoil- 629 003 Tamil Nadu
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Pioneer Kumaraswamy College, affiliated to Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli, is a state-aided College of Arts and Science. The College is co-educational, offering UG and PG academic programmes in aided and self-financed modes. The College was started by Pioneer Kumaraswamy Educational Agency, Nagercoil to offer higher education to the marginalized and the underprivileged sections of society in and around the region and has been functioning since 1967. The founders of the college Dr. K. Padmanabhan and his beloved wife Smt. N. Bhagavathy Ammal named the institution after the latter‘s illustrious father Thiru. Pioneer S. Kumaraswamy, who hailed from a humble beginning but turned out to be a successful entrepreneur in the region. The commitment to serve the poor and the deprived has sustained the endeavours of Dr. K. Padmanabhan‘s family and today what the college is; it is because of the untiring efforts of the incumbent President of the College Management, Er. P. Kumaraswamy, the only son of Dr. K. Padmanabhan.
The Management‘s persistent efforts have resulted in getting affiliation to the college for the conduct of UG and PG courses. The conducive academic climate, a dedicated team of teaching and non-teaching staff and consistent good academic performance of the institution have facilitated introduction of nine UG, three PG, one M. Phil (Commerce) courses, four UGC-funded Career Oriented Programmes, a coaching programme for students‘ ―Entry into Services‖ and one Remedial programme. There are nine departments, with Botany, and Tamil (SF) as supportive departments. There are 65 teachers (Regular- 38 permanent, 1 Management and SF- 26) for 1326 students, resulting in a healthy teacher-student ratio of 1: 21.
VISION : Educate Empower Enhance and Ensure with Values
MISSION: Educating the ground reality and empowering to emerge as an ideal citizen with sustained skills and values through quality education
OBJECTIVES AND GOALS : EDUCATING the challenges ahead EMPOWERING to respond to the challenges ahead ENHANCING sustained skills to respond to the challenges ahead ENSURING an Ideal Citizen with Values.
INSTITUTION‘S DISTINCTIVE CHARACTERISTICS: Acquiring Knowledge with concerted efforts Reaching the heights of human dignity Enhancing wisdom to attain enlightenment
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Making an individual as a contributor in the realm of the Infinite.
Development of infrastructure synchronizing with introduction of new courses is the policy of Institution. By procuring and maintaining the required equipment in the Science Laboratories and ICT Laboratory, the College facilitates for effective teaching and learning process. INFLIBNET facility, membership in N-LIST consortium and Wi-Fi facility enhance the usage of ICT resources. Library is enriched with new additions and journals. The faculty members are encouraged to update their subject knowledge by participating in Refresher Courses, Orientation programmes, Seminars, Conferences and Workshops. They are encouraged to avail FDP and obtain Doctoral Degree. Teachers with Ph.D degree are 30. Seven teachers are the recognised supervisors for Ph.D candidates. There are ongoing projects funded by the UGC. Publication of books, articles in edited books and reputed journals is the regular practice. The academic proficiency of teachers has been awarded / recognised by Government and reputed Literary Forums.
The Class-room teaching is supplemented by guest lectures, class seminars, class quiz, group discussions, assignments, field studies and industrial visits. Departments have organised State and National Seminars. Group learning practices are encouraged.
Value added courses and Computer Literacy Programme facilitate skill enhancement.
Academic mentoring is arranged to all categories of students. Academic progress is evinced from students passing out with University ranks and distinctions.
Talent scanning method in extracurricular activities and sports enables students to participate in the competitions held at different levels. Best performer in studies, co-curricular and extracurricular activities is identified and honoured with the title ―Best Outgoing Student‖ of the batch. Students with Maximum Attendance throughout the three year course period is honoured. Best Library User and Best Volunteer in various Forums are also honoured with prizes.
Celebration of national festivals, birth anniversary of eminent leaders, Women‘s Day, indigenous festivals like Pongal and Onam help to instill the spirit of nationalism and foster social harmony.
Participation in community services creates social awareness and civic responsibility.
The College publishes bi-annual News-Letter and departments encourage their students to prepare in-house magazines.
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STRENGTHS- WEAKNESSES - OPPORTUNITIES- CHALLENGES (SWOC) ANALYSIS OF THE COLLEGE STRENGTHS Pro-active Governance involving College Management, College Council, IQAC and Office Administration Decentralised Governance with Heads of the Departments having freedom to decide all academic matters Collective functioning of all the components of the institution Committed to the cause of serving students from deprived sections of the society Competent faculty contributing to Campus Enrichment Activities, both curricular and co-curricular Steady progress in the academic growth of the Institution Empowering Students from marginalized sections of the society and making them competent by helping them develop their soft skills Enhancing team spirit among students through various clubs and forums Identifying, Honouring and publicising the achievements of the students and teachers Imparting practical knowledge in civic responsibilities Alumni in eminent positions.
WEAKNESSES ICT Utilization, needs a thrust Non-utilization of the expertise of the staff for consultancy services Little scope for curriculum change as the Institution is an affiliated one.
OPPORTUNITIES Seminars with the support of funding agencies can be organised Scope to offer more Value Added Courses to enhance self- employment potential as well as job opportunities Research activities can be improved Students can perform better in Competitive Examinations.
CHALLENGES Students from rural and marginalized sections of the society with little proficiency in communication skill Social taboos that prevent girls from spending more time on campus Courses in traditional subjects.
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1. Profile of the Affiliated / Constituent College
1. Name and Address of the College: Name : Pioneer Kumaraswamy College Address : Vettoornimadam, Agastheeswaram Taluk, Kanyakumari District
City : Nagercoil Pin Code : 629003 State : Tamil Nadu
Website : www.pioneerkumaraswamycollege.com
2. For Communication: Telephone Designation Name with STD Mobile Fax Email code O:04652- [email protected] Principal In- T. Dhanuskodia 232448 04652- 9443606608 Charge Pillai R:04652- 232448 [email protected] 282041 Vice - - - - - Principal Steering Dr. C. [email protected] Committee - 9486050289 - Jayasekaran [email protected] Co-ordinator
3. Status of the Institution: Affiliated College √ Constituent College Any other (specify)
4. Type of Institution: a. By Gender i. For Men ii. For Women iii. Co-education √
b. By Shift i. Regular ii. Day √ iii. Evening
5. Is it a recognised minority institution? Yes No √
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6. Sources of funding: Government Grant-in-aid √ Self-financing √ Any other
7. a. Date of establishment of the college: 1-7-1967
b. University to which the college is affiliated Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli
c. Details of UGC recognition: Under Section Date, Month & Year Remarks(If any)
2(f) 01.07.1969 - 12 (B) 01.07.1969 -
d. Details of recognition/approval by statutory/regulatory bodies other than UGC (AICTE, NCTE, MCI, DCI, PCI, RCI etc.) NA Under Recognition/Approval details Day, Month Section/ Institution/Department and Year clause Programme (dd-mm-yyyy) Validity Remarks - - - - -
8. Does the affiliating university Act provide for conferment of autonomy (as recognized by the UGC), on its affiliated colleges? Yes √ No
If yes, has the College applied for availing the autonomous status?
Yes No √
9. Is the college recognised
a. by UGC as a College with Potential for Excellence (CPE)?
Yes No √
b. for its performance by any other governmental agency?
Yes No √
10. Location of the campus and area in sq.mts: Location * Urban Campus area in sq. mts. 10890
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Built up area in sq. mts. 4404 (* Urban, Semi-urban, Rural, Tribal, Hilly Area, Any others specify)
11. Facilities available on the campus (Tick the available facility and provide numbers or other details at appropriate places) or in case the institute has an agreement with other agencies in using any of the listed facilities provide information on the facilities covered under the agreement. • Auditorium/seminar complex with infrastructural facilities : Yes • Sports facilities ∗ play ground - Yes ∗ swimming pool - No ∗ gymnasium - No • Hostel - No • Residential facilities for teaching and non-teaching staff (give numbers available — cadre wise) - No • Cafeteria — - Yes • Health centre – - No • Facilities like banking, post office, book shops - No • Transport facilities to cater to the needs of students and staff - No • Animal house - No • Biological waste disposal - No • Generator or other facility for management/regulation of electricity and voltage - Yes • Solid waste management facility - Yes • Waste water management - No • Water harvesting - Yes
12. Details of programmes offered by the college (Give data for current academic year) Sanctioned Name of the Medium No. of Duration Entry / approved Sl. Programme Programme/ of students (in Qualification Student No. Level Course instruction admitted years) strength B. A. Tamil 3 H.S.C (+2) 44 36 Literature Tamil B. A. English Under- 3 H.S.C (+2) English 44 44 1 Literature Graduate B. Sc 3 H.S.C (+2) English 40 39 Mathematics B. Sc Physics 3 H.S.C (+2) English 32 32
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B. Sc Chemistry 3 H.S.C (+2) English 32 30 B. Sc Zoology 3 H.S.C (+2) English 32 29 B. Com 3 H.S.C (+2) English 60 51 B. Com (CA) 3 H.S.C (+2) English 64 56 (SF) B. Sc Computer 3 H.S.C (+2) English 48 48 Science (SF) B. A English 3 H.S.C (+2) English 64 62 Literature (SF) M. A English 2 Graduation English 20 20 Literature (SF) Post- M. Sc. B. Sc 2 2 English 20 20 Graduate Mathematics(SF) Mathematics M. Com(SF) 2 B.Com English 30 19 3 M. Phil. Commerce 1 M.Com English 15 14 1.Rubber Technology 1 H.S.C (+2) English 30 30 (Department of Certificate Chemistry) 4 courses 2. Entrepreneurship H.S.C (+2) English (Department of 1 30 30 Commerce)
13. Does the college offer self-financed Programme? Yes √ No
If yes, how many? UG-03 PG-03 and M.Phil-01
14. New programme introduced in the college during the last five years if any? Yes √ No Number 03
15. List the departments: (respond if applicable only and do not list facilities like Library, Physical Education as departments, unless they are also offering academic degree awarding programmes. Similarly, do not list the departments offering common compulsory subjects for all the programmes like English, regional languages etc.)
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Particulars Department UG + PG + Research Regular - Mathematics, Physics, 05 Science Chemistry, Zoology Self-Financed - Computer Science Tamil (Regular) Arts 02 English (Regular & Self-Financed) Regular - Commerce Commerce Self-Financed - Commerce with Computer 02 Application
16. Number of Programmes offered under (Programme means a degree course like B.A, B.Sc, M.A, M.Com…) a. annual system - b. semester system 13 c. trimester system -
17. Number of Programmes with a. Choice Based Credit System 13 b. Inter/Multidisciplinary Approach - c. Any other (specify and provide details) -
18. Does the college offer UG and/or PG programmes in Teacher Education? Yes No √
19. Does the college offer UG or PG programme in Physical Education?
Yes No √
20. Number of teaching and non-teaching positions in the Institution Teaching faculty Positions Associate Assistant Non-teaching Technical Professor Professor Professor staff staff *M *F *M *F *M *F *M *F *M *F Sanctioned by the UGC / University / - - 7 31 11 2 State Government
(work load as on
31-5-2013) - - 5 2 11 20 7 4 1 1 11 Recruited 20 Yet to recruit - - 8 19 -
5 2 11 20 8 5 5 4
20
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Sanctioned by the UGC —FDP Staff - - - - 1 4 - - - - Recruited
Yet to recruit ------Sanctioned by the Management - - - - 7 20 4 4 3 1
Recruited - - - - 7 20 4 4 3 1
Yet to recruit ------*M-Male *F-Female
21. Qualifications of the teaching staff: Regular Highest Professor Associate Assistant qualification Professor Professor Total Male Female Male Female Male Female PERMANENT TEACHERS D.Sc./D.Litt. ------Ph.D. - - 4 2 10 13 29 M. Phil. - - - - 1 6 7 PG - - 1 - - 1 2 TEMPORARY TEACHERS — Appointed in the place of faculty relieved on FDP Ph.D. - - - 2 - 2 2 M. Phil. - - 1 2 1 2 3 PG ------MANAGEMENT STAFF M. Phil - - - 1 - 1 1 Self-Financed Highest Professor Associate Assistant qualification Professor Professor Total Male Female Male Female Male Female Ph.D. - - - - 1 - 1 M. Phil. - - - - 6 19 25
22. Number of Visiting Faculty /Guest Faculty engaged with the College. Nil
23. Furnish the number of the students admitted to the college during the last four academic years.
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2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015 Categories Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female SC 9 17 8 29 16 22 8 20 ST - 4 1 1 - 1 - - OBC 67 311 68 348 77 342 58 352 General 13 16 5 27 4 19 5 19 Others ------
24. Details of students enrolment in the college during the current academic year: Type of students UG PG M. Phil. Ph.D. Total Students from the same state where 1230 82 14 - 1326 the college is located Students from other states of India - - - - - NRI students - - - - - Foreign students - - - - - Total 1230 82 14 - 1326
25. Dropout rate in UG and PG (average of the last two batches) UG 1.7 PG Nil
26. Unit Cost of Education (Unit cost = total annual recurring expenditure (actual) divided by total number of students enrolled) (a) Including the salary component Rs.42,753/-
(b) Excluding the salary component Rs.1,855/-
27. Does the college offer any programme/s in Distance Education Mode (DEP)? Yes No √
28. Provide Teacher-student ratio for each of the programme/course offered Names of the programme Demand Ratio UG 1. Tamil Literature 1:16 2. English Literature 1:19 3. Mathematics 1:28 4. Physics 1:16
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5. Chemistry 1:18 6. Zoology 1:15 7. Commerce 1:29 8. Commerce CA (SF) 1:22 9. Computer Science (SF) 1:23 10. English Literature (SF) 1:32 PG 1. English Literature (SF) 1:10 2. Mathematics (SF) 1:10 3. Commerce (SF) 1:5 M. Phil Commerce (SF) 1:4
29. Is the college applying for Accreditation : Cycle 1 √ Cycle 2 Cycle 3 Cycle 4
Re-Assessment : NA
30. Date of Accreditation: NA
A 31. Number of working days during the last academic year. 182
32. Number of teaching days during the last academic year 170 (Teaching days means days on which lectures were engaged excluding the examination days) 33. Date of establishment of Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) 3-10-2011 34. Details regarding submission of Annual Quality Assurance Reports (AQAR) to NAAC NA
35. Any other relevant data (not covered above) the college would like to include. (Do not include explanatory/descriptive information) Major portion of students‘ strength is constituted by students from rural areas and disadvantaged groups A steady academic growth is evinced with the pass rate of the institution being 70% in the last five years Rate of dropout is very minimal Execution of UGC funded activities: Career Oriented Programmes – 4 Research Projects – 5 Coaching for Entry into Services Remedial Programme Membership in NSS, YRC, RRC and Rotaract is mandatory.
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CRITERION-WISE EVALUATIVE REPORT
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CRITERION I: CURRICULAR ASPECTS
Curriculum Planning and Implementation
1.1.1 State the vision, mission and objectives of the institution, and describe how these are communicated to the students, teachers, staff and other stakeholders. The founders of our institution Dr. K. Padmanabhan and his beloved wife Tmt. N. Bagavathy Ammal established this institution in the year 1967, with a view to repaying the debt they owed to the region that reared them. Their illustrious son, the incumbent president of the College Management, Er. P. Kumaraswamy, is carrying on the task bequeathed to him by his parents to the appreciation of everybody associated with higher education. The convictions of Thiru. Pioneer S. Kumaraswamy, after whose name the College is christened, is well reflected in the Institution‘s vision and mission.
Vision : Educate Empower Enhance and Ensure with Values Mission : Educating the ground reality and empowering to emerge as an Ideal Citizen with sustained skills and values through quality education Objectives : EDUCATING the challenges ahead EMPOWERING to respond to the challenges ahead ENHANCING sustained skills to respond to the challenges ahead ENSURING an Ideal Citizen with Values.
Communication of Vision, Mission and Objectives to stakeholders: The Vision, Mission and Objectives of the institution are communicated to the stakeholders through the prospectus, College calendar and website. While formulating the action plan of the year, goal oriented activities are only identified and listed. Thus, through the action plan and its execution, objectives of our institution are communicated to the stakeholders.
1.1.2 How does the institution develop and deploy action plans for effective implementation of the curriculum? Give details of the process and substantiate through specific example(s). Being an affiliated institution there is little scope in curriculum development. Yet, departments deploy their methods for the effective implementation of the curriculum designed by the University. Heads of the departments convene department meetings and through mutual consultation with the members of the department, allot subjects and teaching hours. If it is necessary, units are allotted to more than one faculty member. Members are instructed to complete their units in adherence to the time schedule as stipulated by the Head of the Department.
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1.1.3 What type of support (procedural and practical) do the teachers receive (from the University and/or institution) for effectively translating the curriculum and improving teaching practices? The College and the University support the teachers for improving their teaching practices. University arranges training programmes for effective translation of the newly designed courses.
The College is supportive by deputing teachers to attend Faculty Development Programmes, Orientation Programmes, Refresher Courses, organised not only by the parent University but also by other Universities as well. By organising special lectures of the eminent academicians, and retired senior faculty, by enriching library resources and by providing technological aids, the College is instrumental in the effective translation of curriculum.
1.1.4 Specify the initiatives taken up or contribution made by the institution for effective curriculum delivery and transaction on the Curriculum provided by the affiliating University or other Statutory agency. The College has made the curriculum delivery a ―Learner Friendly‖ one. Teachers ensure a conducive ambience in their classes. Traditional method of teaching is supplemented by group based learning with the support of technological tools. Class seminars, workshops, student teaching students and class quiz are assigned to different groups and they are also motivated to utilise the library resources, internet and LCD facilities in the College.
1.1.5 How does the institution network and interact with beneficiaries such as industry, research bodies and the university in effective operationalisation of the curriculum? Under-Graduate students had undertaken projects (till 2013), involving field visits, which helped them to interact with the experts of various fields, including entrepreneurs. As redesigned by our affiliating University, at present, Post-Graduate Students and M. Phil students undertake projects and write dissertation that help them to earn practical knowledge.
Field studies, Industrial visits and guest lectures by eminent scholars go a long way in enriching the students‘ subject knowledge.
The College invites experts from the affiliating University to interact with students and teachers. University nominee to our College Committee, Members of IQAC (External academicians) have guided the institution for effective implementation of the curriculum. Participation of the teachers in training programmes, seminars, conferences and workshops organised by the University strengthens our association with the university departments.
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1.1.6 What are the contributions of the institution and/or its staff members to the development of the curriculum by the University?(number of staff members/departments represented on the Board of Studies, student feedback, teacher feedback, stakeholder feedback provided, specific suggestions etc. The institution encourages the faculty members to provide their contribution for developing curriculum. Two Senior Faculty members (English and Mathematics) have served as the members of Board of Studies constituted by the affiliating University.
Members of the various Boards of Studies have visited our institution on various occasions to deliver guest lectures, to conduct practical exams and viva-voce. During these visits, our faculties have represented the views of the stakeholders, like entrepreneurs, alumni and students. Centralised valuation of semester examination papers provides good opportunity for the teachers to forward the suggestions to the Chairman of the Board of Studies for appropriate action.
1.1.7 Does the institution develop curriculum for any of the courses offered (other than those under the purview of the affiliating university) by it? If ‗yes‘, give details on the process (‘Needs Assessment‘, design, development and planning) and the courses for which the curriculum has been developed. Department of English, Physics, Chemistry and Commerce have developed curriculum for the certificate course being offered under UGC funded Career Oriented Programme.
The process is: Assessing the needs of the students Designing the curriculum on soil oriented needs Getting approval from the University Planning the execution of the curriculum Evaluating students‘ performance.
Courses for which the curriculum has been developed: ―Communicative English‖ ―Maintenance of Electrical and Electronic Equipment‖ ―Rubber Technology‖ ―Entrepreneurship‖
Besides, Department of English (Regular and Self-Financed) and Department of Computer Science (SF) have framed curriculum for short term courses. It is also a need based programme. Its design and mode of execution are duly approved by the Principal and the College Council.
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Short term Courses: ―Spoken English‖ ―Computer Literacy‖ ―Care and Service Centre for Mobile Phones‖ ―Designing a Layout for printing‖ ―Competent News Reader and Compere‖ ―Assembling of Hardware Components‖ ―Communicative English‖
1.1.8 How does institution analyze/ensure that the stated objectives of curriculum are achieved in the course of implementation? Collecting views from students and alumni is an in-built strategy to analyse whether the objectives of the curriculum are achieved. Students present their views in the workshops organised by IQAC. The feedback is communicated to the respective departments for further action.
Choosing options under non-major electives and common skill based subjects, offering computer literacy classes and short term courses are the initiatives taken by the College.
1.2 Academic Flexibility
1.2.1 Specifying the goals and objectives give details of the certificate/diploma/ skill development courses etc., offered by the institution. Career Oriented Programmes and short term courses are in line with the goals and objectives of the Institution. Serving the students from the marginalised groups by providing them access to Higher Education and extending support services to them are our convictions.
Short term Courses are offered to enhance the students‘ ability in the present day globalised context.
Goal and Objectives of the skill development programmes Career Oriented Programmes: Certificate Course in English - To improve the communicative skills Certificate Course in Physics - To augment employment potential Certificate Course in Chemistry - To enhance job opportunities Certificate Course in Commerce - To inculcate entrepreneurial skills Certificate Course in Assembling - To foster the learners‘ technical skills Hardware Components Computer Literacy - To empower non-computer students in the present world of cybernation
1.2.2 Does the institution offer programmes that facilitate twinning /dual degree? If ‗yes‘, give details. No
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1.2.3 Give details on the various institutional provisions with reference to academic flexibility and how it has been helpful to students in terms of skills development, academic mobility, progression to higher studies and improved potential for employability. Issues may cover the following and beyond: Range of Core / Elective options offered by the University and those opted by the college Choice Based Credit System and range of subject options Courses offered in modular form Credit transfer and accumulation facility Lateral and vertical mobility within and across programmes and courses Enrichment courses
All UG and PG programmes are offered under Choice Based Credit System. The Choice Based Credit System helps the students for academic mobility and for pursuing higher studies.
Being an affiliated institution scope for academic flexibility is limited. Yet, the range of elective options offered by the University facilitates the departments to provide more options in the choice of elective subjects.
a) Range of Electives, Skill Based Subject and Non-Major Elective Options offered by the University and those opted by the college. (given separately) Options in Electives, Skill Based Subjects, Allied Papers and Non-major Electives offered by the University and the papers opted by the college are given below. Opted by the Programme Offered by the University Semester College For all Major Part IV Students 1. Value Based Education 2. Manavalakkali / Yoga 3. Samooga Ollukhangallum Value Based Pannpattu Education II Vizhumiyangallum (Social and Ethical Values) For all Major Common Skill Based Personality Students Subject Development 1. Personality Development and V 2. Effective Communication Soft Skills 3. Soft Skills Enhancement Enhancement Department Major Elective - I Suttrulavial of Tamil 1. Ithazhiyal V
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2. Payana ilakkiyam 3. Suttrulavial Major Elective - II 1. Thanvaralatrial 2. Thirai Padakalai Thiraipadalakali V 3. Putthagapathippum Veliyidum Major Elective - III Thamizhaha 1. Thamizhaha Varalarum Varalarum VI Panpadum Panpadum Allied - I Naatupuraviyal 1. Naatupuraviyal - I I -I 2. Kanini Oru Arimugam Allied - II 1. Naatupuraviyal - II Naatupuraviyal II 2. Kaniniyum Tamil - II Mozhiyum Skill Based Subject 1. Padaippu Kalai Padaippu Kalai III 2. Kaniporieyal- Adipadaikal Non-Major Electives Paper - I Sutlrulaviyal 1. Ithazhiyal III 2. Sutlrulaviyal Paper - II 1. Makkal Thodarpiyal Manitha IV 2. Manitha Urimaigal Urimaigal Department Major Electives - I & II Canadian of English 1. Canadian Literature Literature 2. Women‘s Writing and 3. English Language Women‘s V Teaching Writing Major Elective - III 1. African Literature African 2. Journalism and Mass Literature VI Communication Skill Based Subject 1. Personality Development Soft Skill 2. Effective Communication Enhancement V 3. Soft Skill Enhancement B. Sc Major Elective - I Mathematics 1. Astronomy V 2. Combinatorial Combinatorial
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Mathematics Mathematics 3. Discrete Mathematics Major Elective - II 1. Programming in C Programming V 2. Coding Theory in C 3. Fuzzy Sets and Logic Major Elective - III 1. Number Theory Number 2. Operations Research VI Theory 3. Mathematical Programming with Java Allied (for Students of Mathematics) Allied - I Paper I 1. Allied Physics I Allied Physics 2. Statistics I I I 3. Chemistry I 4. Computer Science I Paper II 1. Allied Physics II Allied Physics 2. Statistics II II II 3. Chemistry II 4. Computer Science II Allied - II Paper I 1. Allied Physics I Statistics I III 2. Statistics I 3. Chemistry I 4. Computer Science I Paper II 1. Allied Physics II 2. Statistics II Statistics II IV 3. Chemistry II 4. Computer Science II B. Sc Physics Major Electives - I & II Quantum 1. Acoustics Mechanics V 2. Quantum Mechanics And Solid 3. Solid State Physics State Physics Major Electives - III Statistical 1. Statistical Mechanics VI Mechanics 2. Energy Physics Allied (for Students of Physics) Allied - I Algebra and Paper I Differential I 1. Algebra and Differential Dquations
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Equations 2. Chemistry I Paper II Vector 1. Vector Calculus II Calculus 2. Chemistry II Allied - II Paper I 1. Algebra and Differential Chemistry I III Equations 2. Chemistry I Paper II 1. Vector Calculus Chemistry II IV 2. Chemistry II Skill Based Subject I 1. Maintenance of Electrical Maintenance of Equipment Electrical III 2. Applied Physics - Equipment Numerical Methods Skill Based Subject II 1. Maintenance of Maintenance of Electronic Equipment Electronic IV 2. Physics for Competitive Equipment Examinations Non-Major Electives Paper - I Energy Physics III 1. Basic Physics I 2. Energy Physics Paper - II Basic Physics 1. Descriptive Physics IV II 2. Basic Physics II B. Sc Major Elective - I Polymer Chemistry 1. Polymer Chemistry V Chemistry 2. Industrial Chemistry Major Electives - II 1. Analytical Chemistry Analytical V 2. Pharmaceutical Chemistry Chemistry Major Electives - III Applied 1. Bio Chemistry Chemistry VI 2. Applied Chemistry Allied (for Students of Chemistry) Allied - I Algebra and Paper I Differential I 1. Algebra and Differential Equations and
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Equations Cell Biology, 2. Allied Physics I Genetics and 3. Cell Biology, Genetics Bio- and Bio-Technology Technology Vector Paper II Calculus and 1. Vector Calculus Developmental 2. Allied Physics II Zoology, 3. Developmental Zoology, II Ecology, Ecology, Animal Animal Physiology and Physiology and Evolution Evolution Allied - II Paper I 1. Algebra and Differential Allied Physics Equations III I 2. Allied Physics I 3. Cell Biology, Genetics and Bio-Technology Paper II 1. Vector Calculus 2. Allied Physics II Allied Physics 3. Developmental Zoology, II II Ecology, Animal Physiology and Evolution Skill Based Subject I Agro 1. Agro Chemistry III Chemistry 2. Food Chemistry Skill Based Subject II 1. Chromatography Chromatography IV 2. Dairy Chemistry Non-Major Electives Food Paper - I Chemistry III 1. Water Management 2. Food Chemistry Paper - II Applied 1. Clinical Chemistry Chemistry IV 2. Applied Chemistry B. Sc Major Elective - I Zoology 1. Sericulture Sericulture V 2. Economic Entomology 3. Dairy Farming Major Elective - II Apiculture V
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1. Apiculture 2. Food and Food Processing Technology 3. Poultry Science Major Elective – III 1. Aqua Culture 2. Medical Laboratory Aqua Culture VI Technology 3. Marine Biology Allied (for Students of Zoology) Allied - I Paper I I 1. Botany I Chemistry I 2. Chemistry I Paper II 1. Botany II Chemistry II II 2. Chemistry II Allied - II Paper I Botany I III 1. Botany I 2. Chemistry I Paper II 1. Botany II Botany II IV 2. Chemistry II Skill Based Subject Nutrition and 1. Home Aquarium Dietetics III 2. Nutrition and Dietetics 1. Bio-Physics and Bio- Vermitechnology Instrumentation IV 2. Vermitechnology Non-Major Electives
Paper - I Bee Keeping III 1. Bee Keeping
2. Clinical Biology Paper - II 1. Public Health and Public Health Hygiene and IV 2. Community and Social Hygiene Preventive Medicine B.Com Major Elective - I 1. Indirect Taxes 2. Stock Market Indirect Taxes IV 3. Investment Management 4. Office Automation
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Major Elective - II 1.Income Tax, Law and Practice I Income Tax, 2. Fundamentals of Law and V Computer Architecture Practice I 3. Introduction to computer Organisation 4. Logistic Management Major Elective - III 1. Income Tax, Law and Practice II Income Tax, 2. Operating System Law and VI Network Practice II 3. Management 4. Human Resource Management Skill Based Subject Business 1. Business Communications III Communications 2. Office Management 1. Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship Development IV Development 2. Career Planning Non-Major Electives Paper - I Introduction to 1.Introduction to Accountancy III Accountancy 2. Consumer Awareness Paper - II Financial 1. Financial Accounting IV Accounting 2. Human Rights B. Sc Major Elective - I Introduction to Computer 1. Micro processor Open Source Science 2. Embedded System IV Software 3. Introduction to Open
Source Software Major Elective - II 1. Artificial Neural Network Cloud V 2. Cloud Computing Computing 3. ASP.NET Skill Based Subject 1. Internet Fundamentals Flash III 2. Flash 1. PC Troubleshooting Dream Weaver V 2. Dream Weaver
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Non-Major Elective Paper - I Introduction to 1. Introduction to III Computers Computers 2. Programming in C Paper - II C++ 1. Basic Programme Design IV Programme 2. C++ Programme B. Com CA Major Elective - I 1. Application of Tally in Income Tax, Accounting Law and V 2.Income Tax, Law and Practice I Practice I 3. Logistics Management Major Elective - II 1. Multimedia with Income Tax, Application Law and VI 2. Retail Management Practice II 3.Income Tax, Law and Practice II Skill Based Subject I 1. Introduction to HTML Introduction to III 2. Internet with HTML Web designing Skill Based Subject II Introduction to 1. Introduction to DBMS IV DBMS 2. Network Management
Choice Based Credit System helps for academic mobility and specialisation Certificate courses offered by the Departments of English, Physics, Chemistry and Commerce are in modular form Lateral mobility is possible with the departments by choosing non- major electives Short term courses help to enhance employment potentials through exciting learning experiences. 1.2.4 Does the institution offer self-financed programmes? If ‗yes‘, list them and indicate how they differ from other programmes, with reference to admission, curriculum, fee structure, teacher qualification, salary etc. Yes. The College offers courses under self-financed scheme permitted by the affiliating university, adhering to the rules of the Directorate of Collegiate Education, Government of Tamil Nadu.
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List of the programme: Courses Year of Introduction M.Com July - 1988* B. Com - Commerce with Computer June - 2008 Application B. Sc - Computer Science June - 2009 M. Phil - Commerce June - 2009 B. A - English Literature June - 2012 M. Sc - Mathematics June - 2015 M. A - English Literature June - 2015 * M.Com course was conducted under the Aided Stream hoping that the grant- in-aid would be granted to the course but financially assisted by the Management. At present M.Com is offered, entirely, under Self-financed stream. Admission is made on the basis of academic merit obtained in the qualifying examination. Management keeps its reservation and allots seats for students from disadvantaged sections of the society Curriculum is purely devised by the Board of Studies of the affiliating University The fee structure is moderate, in accordance with the norms of the University and the Government of Tamil Nadu Qualified teachers with maximum percentage of marks in qualifying examination are only recruited. They are motivated to enhance their academic qualification by pursuing Ph.D. They are encouraged to participate in seminars and workshops to enrich their subject knowledge Fixation of salary is agreeable to both teachers and institution. Provident Fund and ESI are also provided by the Management.
1.2.5 Does the college provide additional skill oriented programmes, relevant to regional and global employment markets? If ‗yes‘ provide details of such programme and the beneficiaries. IQAC gives priority for skill oriented programmes, while preparing the Action Plan for the ensuing academic year. Activities of the Women Forum, Youth Welfare Club, Youth Red Cross and Anti-Ragging Committee reflect the theme ―Ensuring a harmonious co-existence with no bias‖. Competitions, awareness campaign and special lectures make the students to be confident in their life NSS, Rotaract Club, Quiz Club, Science Forum, Circle for Knowledge Drive and Associations of the departments help to inculcate the soft skills such as leadership quality, team spirit, ability to manage any crisis/challenge
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Career Guidance Cell, Youth Welfare Club and Department Associations arrange orientation and training programmes to develop students‘ personality. Group discussions, presenting reports, mock interviews are conducted to incite confidence in them. Placement cell arranges training in collaboration with TATA Consultancy Services, Cognizant, REDEGG, WIPRO and District Employment Office The Department of Computer Science conducts Computer Literacy Classes for non-computer students to develop their computing skill Library Advisory Committee arranges training programmes on ―How to prepare for competitive examinations and NET and ―How to tap e- resources‖. This committee conducts tests on Current Affairs under the caption ―Events of the year‖ UGC funded Career Oriented Programmes are relevant to regional employment requirements.
Thus the skill oriented programmes offered in the College are comprehensive in nature and useful for a better career prospect of students.
1.2.6 Does the University provide for the flexibility of combining the conventional face-to-face and Distance Mode of Education for students to choose the courses/combination of their choice‖ If ‗yes‘, how does the institution take advantage of such provision for the benefit of students? No
1.3 Curriculum Enrichment
1.3.1 Describe the efforts made by the institution to supplement the University‘s Curriculum to ensure that the academic programmes and Institution‘s goals and objectives are integrated? Integration of academic programmes with institutional goals and objectives: The following are the electives and skill based courses that help to realize our goals and objectives Opted by Sl. Integration with Semester Title of the Paper the No our Objectives Department Enhancing Self- 1 III & IV Tourism Tamil Employment Conserving 2 VI Folkloristic Tamil Indigenous Values Educating Human 3 IV Human Rights Tamil Values Motivating Girls to 4 V Women‘s Writing English Develop Creative Thinking
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Enhancing Skills in Soft Skills 5 V English Career Enhancement Opportunities Enhancing skills in 6 V Programming in C Mathematics Career Opportunities Maintenance of Promoting Home 7 III Electrical Physics Based Employment Equipment Maintenance of Promoting Home 8 IV Electronic Physics Based Employment Equipment Enhancing Soil 9 III Agro Chemistry Chemistry Based Knowledge Applied Imparting Practical 10 V Chemistry Chemistry utility of the subject Imparting Practical 11 III Food Chemistry Chemistry utility of the subject Nutrition and Imparting Practical 12 III Zoology Dietetics utility of the subject Imparting Practical 13 IV Vermi technology Zoology utility of the subject Promoting Home 14 V Sericulture Zoology Based Employment Promoting Home 15 V Apiculture Zoology Based Employment Promoting Home 16 VI Aqua Culture Zoology Based Employment Entrepreneurship Promoting Self - 17 IV Commerce Development Employment
. University‘s Curriculum is supplemented by curriculum enrichment activities, value-added and skill development programmes at our end. The Practice: Providing opportunities for the students to acquire computing and communicative skills Seminars, trainings and competitions, held within the institution and in other institutions motivate the students to remain focused Orientation, training and apprenticeship are given by some prospective employers Special empowerment programmes to mould the personality of girl students are organised Community services to impart Civic Responsibility A harmonious environment with no Ragging or Eve-Teasing.
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1.3.2 What are the efforts made by the institution to enrich and organize the curriculum to enhance the experiences of the students so as to cope with the needs of the dynamic employment market? Students and Alumni have expressed that their learning experiences should be more intensified so as to meet the requirements of the employers. Being an affiliated institution, there is little scope in revamping the curricula of the programmes.
Yet, with certain limitation, the institution takes efforts to enrich and enhance the learning experiences of the students. Course enrichment activities by arranging special lectures, seminars and field visits Seminars, quiz and group activities are the compulsory components of curriculum Display of paper clippings on current topics/events of the day on Notice Board Field visits and industrial visits promote interaction with entrepreneurs Projects and dissertation made compulsory for students Identifying the motivated students and arranging trainings in collaboration with TATA Consultancy Services o Training and placement has been successfully carried out in the past three years.
1.3.3 Enumerate the efforts made by the institution to integrate the cross cutting issues such as Gender, Climate Change, Environmental Education, Human Rights, ICT etc., into the curriculum? Integration of Cross-cutting issues in the curriculum Anti-Eve teasing Committee and Anti-Ragging Committee ensure an ambience, free of gender bias and uncouth culture on the campus Women‘s Forum organises gender sensitisation programmes to uphold gender neutrality. Celebration of International Women‘s Day is an occasion to invite an illustrious woman to the college and inspire our students Three units of National Service Scheme undertake Greening the Campus programme and contect debates on Environmental Issues Women‘s Rights, Feminism, Human Rights, Social Value Education, Environment Education and Personality Development are the integral parts of the curriculum under part IV and Part V for all under-graduate students Information Communication Technology (ICT) facilities are made available on the campus. The College motivates for the effective usage of such facilities.
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1.3.4 What are the various value-added courses/enrichment programmes offered to ensure holistic development of students? Social Value Education is offered under Part V.
Commemoration of special days, like birth anniversary of Ramalinga Vallalar, Vivekananda, Gandhiji and other celebrities helps to impart spiritual and moral values. Social harmony, National integration, Humanitarianism and Social justice are some of the themes debated on such occasions.
Counselling for pursuing studies progressively and counselling to maintain emotional balance are also arranged.
Extension activities with the motto ―Not me but you‖ are carried on by the three Units of NSS. Civic consciousness is imparted through the activities of YRC, Rotaract Club and Red Ribbon Club.
Departments of English (both regular and self-financed) and Computer Science offer short term Courses. Departments of Chemistry and Commerce offer Certificate Courses at present.
UGC funded programme, ―Coaching for Entry into Services‖ is implemented with the support of the external subject experts. Students are trained to prepare for competitive examinations.
1.3.5 Citing a few examples enumerate on the extent of use of the feedback from stakeholders in enriching the curriculum? The institution collects opinion from the teachers, students, alumni, parents and entrepreneurs, informally. It is communicated to the University, through the Members of the Boards of studies. But the frequency for syllabus revision is once in three or four years only. So, the impact of the reviews on the curriculum cannot be realised, immediately.
As students opined, option in choosing non-major electives is slightly modified by some departments.
IQAC conducts opinion survey among the students to find out their requirements in curriculum enrichment. The survey helps to devise the activities of the departments and the clubs. A remarkable rise in theme oriented guest lectures is evident.
1.3.6 How does the institution monitor and evaluate the quality of its enrichment programmes? The Head of the institution submits annual report to the College Committee. Periodical reports and annual reports collected from the departments and the co-ordinators of various clubs help to prepare the annual report. These reports are reviewed and suggestions are given on them for appropriate action.
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During the meetings of College Council, meetings for Heads of the Departments and meetings for the members of IQAC the quality of the enrichment programmes are evaluated.
1.4 Feedback System
1.4.1 What are the contributions of the institution in the design and development of the curriculum prepared by the University? Board of Name Department Position Period Studies Dr. J. V. Jeeva English Part II English Member 2012-2015 Dr. C. Jayasekaran Mathematics UG Member 2012-2015 Mathematics These members have served on the Boards of Studies constituted by the affiliating University. Their contribution in designing the curriculum is explicitly recorded. Other departments have expressed their views and forwarded the feedback of their students to the members of their respective Board of Studies informally.
1.4.2 Is there a formal mechanism to obtain feedback from students and stakeholders on Curriculum? If ‗yes‘, how is it communicated to the University and made use internally for curriculum enrichment and introducing changes/new programmes? Yes. Students‘ feedback on ―Campus Experience‖ during the course period is collected from the outgoing students. IQAC conducts workshops for the students and motivates them to present their views regarding the curriculum enrichment and also their suggestions for better enforcement.
This method helps the institution while devising and executing the certificate courses and short term courses.
A faculty member Dr. A. Thangaswamy, Department of Commerce represents the institution in the Senate of the affiliating University. The member represents the suggestions of the students in the Senate meetings for consideration.
1.4.3 How many new programmes/courses were introduced by the institution during the last four years? What was the rationale for introducing new courses/programmes?) New Programmes introduced by the institution during the last four years are B. A English Literature in the year 2012 M. A English Literature in the year 2015 M. Sc. Mathematics in the year 2015
These new programmes were introduced under the self-financed stream. The rationale,
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Demand for B. A English Literature under aided stream was on increase. The institution, therefore, initiated steps to introduce B. A English Literature in the year 2012 Under graduate students (Aided Stream) of B.A English Literature and B. Sc Mathematics students made a request that the introduction of PG programme in their subjects would enable them to pursue higher education at a moderate cost. So M. A English Literature and M. Sc Mathematics are introduced in 2015 Genuine demands from the students and parents are the real deciding factors for introducing any new academic programme.
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CRITERION II: TEACHING – LEARNING AND EVALUATION
2.1 Student Enrolment and Profile
2.1.1 How does the college ensure publicity and transparency in the admission process? The admission process to various academic programmes of the college is widely publicised through the institutional website. Notifications are made known to the public through the regional and national newspapers. Teachers, in teams, visit the near-by schools to acquaint +2 students with the faculty and facilities available at the college.
Imprints of the institution, academic programmes, campus activities, financial support to the meritorious non-scholarship students by the Pioneer Kumaraswamy Memorial Endowment and other extension activities are informed through the prospectus.
The admission process is entirely transparent. The selection is purely based on merit and the admission list is displayed on the notice board.
2.1.2 Explain in detail the criteria adopted and process of admission (Ex. (i) merit (ii) common admission test conducted by state agencies and national agencies (iii) combination of merit and entrance test or merit, entrance test and interview (iv) any other) to various programmes of the Institution. The Admission Committee is constituted by the Principal with two senior teachers and one faculty member from the disadvantaged community. This committee scrutinizes the applications and prepares the list purely on merit basis. The process is in consonance with the State Policy. The selected students will attend counselling and interview and subsequently their admission will be confirmed. The names of students in the waiting list will also be displayed on the notice board.
The percentage of seats allotted to different categories are as follows: Category Percentage Open Category - 31% BC - 26.5% BC (M) - 3.5% MBC - 20% SC - 15% SC (A) - 3% ST - 1% Physically Challenged - 3% (Within the reservation) Children of Ex-service men - 2% (Within the reservation) Sports persons - 3% (Within the reservation)
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In the self-financed stream also, admission is purely based on merit. Students from rural and disadvantaged groups are given priority. Because, the main goal of the college is to educate the youth from the deprived sections of the society.
Admission to post-graduate programmes and M. Phil is based on the marks obtained in the qualifying examination and performance in the personal interview.
2.1.3 Give the minimum and maximum percentage of marks for admission at entry level for each of the programmes offered by the college and provide a comparison with other colleges of the affiliating university within the city/district. The minimum percentage of marks for admission to all UG programmes is 35 and for PG programmes are 40.
Minimum and maximum percentage of marks for admission for all the programmes are: Academic Programme Minimum Marks Maximum Marks UG - Regular Tamil Literature 77/200 183/200 English Literature 95/200 177/200 Mathematics 481/800 722/800 Physics 366/800 706/800 Chemistry 417/800 682/800 Zoology 374/800 640/800 Commerce 373/800 751/800 UG - Self Financed Commerce CA 311/800 786/800 Computer Science 332/800 678/800 English Literature 95/200 180/200 PG - Self-Financed Commerce 48.5% 67% Mathematics 57.14% 91% English Literature 46% 61.5% M. Phil Commerce 58% 71.67% There are six Aided Colleges in Nagercoil funded by the UGC and the Government of Tamil Nadu. Four of them are the minority institutions including two with Autonomous status and two are women‘s colleges. Their applicants outnumber the sanctioned strength.
Only two colleges, Sree Ayyappa College for women, Chungankadai and ours, a Co-educational institution are located on the outskirts of the town.
2.1.4 Is there a mechanism in the institution to review the admission process and student profiles annually? If ‗yes‘ what is the
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outcome of such an effort and how has it contributed to the improvement of the process? Yes. The admission process is reviewed and the comprehensive profile is being analysed annually. This enables the College:
To apply and get additional seats in some UG courses, like, English Literature and Mathematics, as the demand is high for these subjects To get and analyse the comprehensive profile of students To improve our teaching practices and pedagogy.
2.1.5 Reflecting on the strategies adopted to increase/improve access for following categories of students, enumerate on how the admission policy of the institution and its student profiles demonstrate/reflect the National commitment to diversity and inclusion ∗ SC/ST ∗ OBC ∗ Women ∗ Differently abled ∗ Economically weaker sections ∗ Minority community ∗ Any other The reservation system is strictly followed and thus students from disadvantaged community, including girls, are ensured their access to equal opportunities in higher education. Notable portion of the total students‘ strength is constituted by these students only. Apart from the statutory quota, the Management also accommodates the students from the socially and economically weaker sections, against its own quota.
The college makes all arrangements to get the scholarships meant for SC/ ST, OBC and University‘s merit scholarship. Tamil Nadu Government‘s scholarship for the children of farmers and beedi workers is also arranged. Teachers also extend their helping hand to the needy students.
Thus the college ensures that its admission policy is in line with the national commitment to diversity and inclusion of various categories.
2.1.6 Provide the following details for various programmes offered by the institution during the last four years and comment on the trends. i.e. reasons for increase / decrease and actions initiated for improvement. There is a significant increase in the number of takers for Commerce and English Literature. Students from science groups prefer technical courses and so a few students have left the college and joined some other professional courses. Only very recently, parents and students have started realising the values of the pure science subjects like, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
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So, the demand for these programmes is increasing rapidly. Yet some flexibility is evident in Tamil Literature and Zoology.
Name of the Applications Sanctioned Demand Year programmes Received Admitted Strength Ratio 2011- UG 2012 1.Tamil Literature 45 24 44 1:1 2.English Literature 164 59 64 3:1 3.Mathematics 64 39 48 1:1 4.Physics 48 36 42 1:1 5.Chemistry 49 28 32 2:1 6.Zoology 35 28 32 1:1 7.Commerce 118 53 64 2:1 8.Commerce CA 95 62 64 2:1 9.Computer Science 58 42 48 1:1 PG 1:1 1.Commerce 42 30 30 M. Phil 1.Commerce 20 15 15 1:1 2012- UG 2013 1.Tamil Literature 35 25 44 1:1 2.English Literature 209 58 64 3:1 3.Mathematics 79 38 40 2:1 4.Physics 60 27 32 2:1 5.Chemistry 60 32 32 2:1 6.Zoology 38 26 32 1:1 7.Commerce 156 49 60 3:1 8.Commerce CA 83 61 64 1:1 9.Computer Science 59 41 48 1:1 10.English Literature 93 64 64 2:1 PG 1.Commerce 36 30 30 1:1 M. Phil 1.Commerce 28 15 15 1:1 2013- UG 2014 1. Tamil Literature 43 42 44 1:1 2. English Literature 230 44 44 5:1 3.Mathematics 128 40 40 3:1 4. Physics 103 32 32 3:1 5.Chemistry 103 32 32 3:1 6. Zoology 38 29 32 1:1 7. Commerce 188 51 60 3:1 8. Commerce CA 85 62 64 1:1
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9. Computer Science 91 48 48 2:1 10.English Literature 92 64 64 1:1 PG 1.Commerce 44 25 30 2:1 M. Phil 1.Commerce 28 15 15 2:1 2014- UG 2015 1.Tamil Literature 53 46 44 1:1 2.English Literature 209 41 44 5:1 3.Mathematics 172 40 40 4:1 4.Physics 86 32 32 2:1 5.Chemistry 88 29 32 2:1 6.Zoology 62 26 32 2:1 7.Commerce 220 47 60 4:1 8.Commerce CA 97 64 64 2:1 9.Computer Science 93 46 48 2:1 10.English Literature 112 64 64 2:1 PG 1.Commerce 26 23 30 1:1 M.Phil 1.Commerce 19 15 15 1:1 2015- UG 2016 1.Tamil Literature 58 36 44 1:1 2.English Literature 226 44 44 5:1 3.Mathematics 235 39 40 6:1 4.Physics 93 32 32 3:1 5.Chemistry 80 30 32 3:1 6.Zoology 62 29 32 2:1 7.Commerce 173 51 60 3:1 8.Commerce CA 89 56 64 1:1 9.Computer Science 90 48 48 2:1 10.English Literature 113 62 64 2:1 PG 1. Commerce 28 19 30 1:1 2. Mathematics 49 20 20 2:1 3. English Literature 71 20 20 4:1 M.Phil 1.Commerce 14 14 15 1:1
2.2 Catering to Student Diversity
2.2.1 How does the institution cater to the needs of differently- abled students and ensure adherence to government policies in this
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regard? The differently-abled students (visually challenged) are physically supported by providing scribes. The counselling provided by teachers enable them to have a clear goal in life. Scholarships are arranged to pursue education without financial constraints.
2.2.2 Does the institution assess the students‘ needs in terms of knowledge and skills before the commencement of the programme? If ‗yes‘, give details on the process. Common Orientation programme is arranged Departments conduct orientation for their students, separately Students‘ Bio-data are collected and analysed. Their socio-economic and familial background are taken into account to arrange support services Bridge Courses in Communicative English and core subjects are also conducted. It helps to bridge the knowledge gap of the students from rural areas. Students‘ needs in terms of acquisition of knowledge and skills are analysed before commencement of the regular classes. It helps to devise the teaching methods of the departments.
2.2.3 What are the strategies adopted by the institution to bridge the knowledge gap of the enrolled students (Bridge/Remedial/ Add- on/Enrichment Courses, etc.) to enable them to cope with the programme of their choice? The needs of the learners and the levels of their attainment are diverse. Learner-friendly approach of the teachers helps to identify the needs of the students. The main hurdle, the students face is the switch over in the medium of learning, from the vernacular to English. It poses a great challenge to them. But, not only the Department of English but all departments conduct bridge courses bilingually. It ensures conceptual clarity in the chosen courses.
Students are motivated to prepare handbooks- focusing usage of terminologies in their respective subjects. These compact handbooks are regularly referred to by the students. In due course, the students learn the terms in English and so the major handicap is mitigated.
Besides, special coaching in academic subjects, certificate courses under Career Oriented Programmes enable them to cope with the programme of their choice and complete it successfully.
2.2.4 How does the college sensitize its staff and students on issues such as gender, inclusion, environment etc.? A team of faculty is assigned with the task of sensitising the students to promote gender neutrality, inclusiveness and awareness on environment hazards. Anti-Ragging Committee, Anti-Eve teasing Committee, Women‘s
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Forum and NSS organise Fresher‘s Day Celebrations, Welcome Party and Greening the campus programmes to cultivate feelings of fraternity among the students.
2.2.5 How does the institution identify and respond to special educational/learning needs of advanced learners? Students‘ academic progress, right from the entry, is monitored. Classroom interactions and performance in the weekly and internal assessment tests help to identify the ―Advanced Learners‖. Additional learning materials and special motivation make them to aspire for distinctions and university ranks. They are encouraged to exhibit their talents and to present papers in the seminars and conferences organised by other colleges. They are motivated to attend coaching classes and to face in competitive examinations.
2.2.6 How does the institute collect, analyze and use the data and information on the academic performance (through the programme duration) of the students at risk of drop out (students from the disadvantaged sections of society, physically challenged, slow learners, economically weaker sections etc. who may discontinue their studies if some sort of support is not provided)? Data analyses of students of various categories help the institution to identify their needs and to provide necessary support services. Interaction between the class in-charge teacher and students develop a rapport between them. Social, economic and academic background of students who are at risk of getting dropped out are analysed by the teacher, Head of the Department and the Principal. Personal counselling, attention and support by the individual teacher enable them to set clear and acheivable goals.
Dropout rate in the yester years is minimal. Girls who get married are also motivated to continue their education successfully.
2.3 Teaching-Learning Process
2.3.1 How does the college plan and organize the teaching, learning and evaluation schedules? (Academic calendar, teaching plan, evaluation blue print, etc.) The College Council and the IQAC prepare the semester-wise academic calendar. The Principal and the Heads of the Departments plan the activities which get approved by the Staff Council. Besides, each department prepares its own academic schedule also. Completion of the allotted units, conducting weekly tests, internal assessment tests and parent-teacher meets are scheduled.
The teaching plan and evaluation blue print are prepared by the teacher who handles that subject with the consent of the Head of the department. All the plans are to be in conformity with the work schedule of the institution.
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Evaluation process, as directed by the University, is informed to the students, regularly. It includes, Commencement of periodical tests and internal tests Transparency in evaluation Marks / percentile score.
Transparency in evaluation promotes good rapport between teachers and students and facilitates effective teacher - learner interaction.
2.3.2 How does IQAC contribute to improve the teaching –learning process? As a nodal unit of the institution, IQAC helps to improve the teaching - learning process. Submission of self-study reports by the departments and self-appraisal by the faculty help to analyse the performance of the teachers. At the same time, IQAC helps to ascertain the learners‘ requirements also. IQAC a facilitator, motivates the teachers to fulfill the requirements of the learners. Ultimately, quality is achieved and sustained in teaching and learning process.
2.3.3 How is learning made more student-centric? Give details on the support structures and systems available for teachers to develop skills like interactive learning, collaborative learning and independent learning among the students? Divergent methods are adopted to make learning, student-centric. Interactive learning methods include preparing handbooks, learning materials, group-study, group discussion, debates, role plays and workshops. Collaborative learning practices include, field visits, participation in inter- collegiate meets, seminars and conferences. Independent learning includes library usage, internet browsing, home assignments and paper presentation.
2.3.4 How does the institution nurture critical thinking, creativity and scientific temper among the students to transform them into life- long learners and innovators? Interactive sessions, theme oriented discussions and debates nurture critical thinking. Science exhibitions, poster designing and display nurture creativity and promote scientific temper among the students. Such learning experiences cultivate quest for life-long learning.
2.3.5 What are the technologies and facilities available and used by the faculty for effective teaching? Eg: Virtual laboratories, e-learning resources from National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL) and National Mission on Education through Information and Communication Technology (NME-ICT), open educational resources, mobile education, etc. The availability of wide range of e-learning resources like overhead projector,
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liquid crystal display, computer laboratory with Wi-Fi connectivity helps in enabling the students to comprehend even the complex subjects easily.
2.3.6 How are the students and faculty exposed to advanced level of knowledge and skills (blended learning, expert lectures, seminars, workshops etc.)? Faculty members and students are encouraged to participate in the seminars and special lectures arranged by other institutions. Eminent academicians are invited to the College to deliver lectures regularly.
2.3.7 Detail (process and the number of students \benefitted) on the academic, personal and psycho-social support and guidance services (professional counselling/mentoring/academic advise) provided to students? Frequent interactions help to enhance the learning abilities of the students. Tutorial support and remedial services have decreased the rate of failures and have enabled the students for successful completion of the programme.
Teachers-in-charge offer mentoring, personal and career counselling. This method helps to identify the intrinsic needs of the learners. Advanced learners and meritorious students are equipped with additional course material while the slow learners are trained rigorously to perform better. The academic support, and guidance services have made great imprints on the progress of the students. Steady growth in percentage of those passing out with distinctions and first class speaks of the success of the strategy adopted. Academic Progress 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015 Promotion of Rural 144 /207 138 /250 139 /188 178/232 Students Distinction Holders 32 36 30 43 First Class Holders 127 133 148 174 Out gone pass rate 74.11 71.46 70.29 78.9
2.3.8 Provide details of innovative teaching approaches/methods adopted by the faculty during the last four years? What are the efforts made by the institution to encourage the faulty to adopt new and innovative approaches and the impact of such innovative practices on student learning? Teachers are encouraged to promote innovative pedagogy. Interactive method helps to overcome dependence on rote learning.
As a part of curriculum, all departments have opted for subject-related project works. This has helped the students to acquire knowledge of application and promote team spirit. At present, PG students have to present dissertation. Seminars at department level and class quiz programmes develop interactive skills and also supplement classroom teaching experiences.
2.3.9 How are library resources used to augment the teaching-
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learning process? The college library is a repository of learning resources. Students are encouraged to utilise the library resources, in preparing learning material, to be presented in the seminars, at institutional and inter-collegiate levels. The Online Public Access Catalogue, reference section, N-list consortium, internet facility are widely used by the students and teachers for the teaching-learning purposes.
2.3.10 Does the institution face any challenges in completing the curriculum within the planned time frame and calendar? If ‗yes‘, elaborate on the challenges encountered and the institutional approaches to overcome these. Completing the syllabus during the first semester for both UG and PG courses is a challenge. But orientation and bridge course in the chosen discipline help to overcome these challenges to certain extent. Special classes are conducted during and after class hours.
2.3.11 How does the institute monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching learning? The institute monitors and evaluates the quality of teaching – learning through students‘ feedback, acknowledgement by the alumni for their advancement in career, performance of the students in the internal and external examinations, incremental academic growth of various categories including students from the rural areas and girls are the parameters. Students‘ engagement in various activities organised by the College and other institutions, their performance in such activities also speaks of the quality of teaching and learning.
2.4 Teacher Quality
2.4.1 Provide the following details and elaborate on the strategies adopted by the college in planning and management (recruitment and retention) of its human resource (qualified and competent teachers) to meet the changing requirements of the curriculum Regular Associate Assistant Grand Highest Total Professor Professor total Qualification Male Female Male Female Male Female Permanent Teachers Ph. D 4 2 10 13 14 15 29 M. Phil - - 1 6 1 6 7 PG 1 - - 1 1 1 2 Temporary Teachers — Appointed in the place of faculty relieved on FDP Ph. D - - - 2 - 2 2
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M. Phil - - 1 2 1 2 3 Management Staff PG - - - 1 - 1 1 Part-Time Teacher 1 - 1
Self – Financed Highest Assistant Professor Total Grand total Qualification Male Female Male Female Ph. D 1 - 1 - 1 M. Phil 6 19 6 19 25
Applications from the qualified candidates are called for through newspaper advertisements. Personal interview and class room teaching are conducted by the Selection Committee. The Head of the Department concerned also interacts with the candidates. After analysing the accomplishment of the candidates, the fittest candidate is appointed. At the same time, all appointments are made adhering to the roaster system of the Government of Tamil Nadu. If the permanent posts still fall vacant, the Management will appoint fully qualified candidates on a temporary basis.
2.4.2 How does the institution cope with the growing demand/ scarcity of qualified senior faculty to teach new programmes/ modern areas (emerging areas) of study being introduced (Biotechnology, IT, Bioinformatics etc.)? Provide details on the efforts made by the institution in this direction and the outcome during the last three years. The institution seeks the help of the retired teachers to guide the new appointees in some departments. The retired teachers are often invited to deliver special lectures and to interact with the teachers and students. Their visits have enriched the knowledge of teachers and motivated them to teach the subject with more clarity.
2.4.3 Providing details on staff development programmes during the last four years elaborate on the strategies adopted by the institution in enhancing the teacher quality. a) Nomination to staff development programmes during the last four years Academic Staff Development Programmes Number of faculty nominated Refresher Courses 14 HRD Programmes - Orientation Programmes 8 Staff training conducted by the University 4 Staff training conducted by other institutions - Workshops 14
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b) Faculty Training programmes organized by the institution to empower and enable the use of various tools and technology for improved teaching-learning v Teaching learning methods/approaches v Handling new curriculum v Content/knowledge management v Selection, development and use of enrichment materials v Assessment v Cross cutting issues v Audio Visual Aids/multimedia v OER‘s v Teaching learning material development, selection and use The Management, the IQAC and the departments arrange orientation/ training programmes to improve teaching-learning process. Training is focused on Using course enrichment materials Developing appropriate visual aids Knowledge management between the advanced and average learners Scientific assessment techniques to scale the aptitude level of learners Imparting instructions on topical issues such as Human Rights, Social Justice, Environmental Education and Conserving Natural Resources.
c) Percentage of faculty ∗ invited as resource persons in Workshops / Seminars / Conferences organized by external professional agencies ∗ participated in external Workshops / Seminars / Conferences recognized by national/ international professional bodies ∗ presented papers in Workshops / Seminars / Conferences conducted or recognized by professional agencies
Faculty participation 8 percent of the faculty have been invited as resource persons in workshops/ seminars/ special events organised by external professional agencies 86 percent of the faculty members have participated in external workshops / seminars/ conferences organised/funded by national professional bodies 62 percent of the faculty members presented papers in workshops/ seminars / conferences conducted by professional agencies.
2.4.4 What policies/systems are in place to recharge teachers? (eg: providing research grants, study leave, support for research and academic publications teaching experience in other national institutions and specialized programmes industrial engagement etc.)
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The College grants leave on Other Duty to participate in various faculty development programmes. Highlights of their activities are duly appreciated through website and News Letter. Internet facility and Wi-Fi are provided to the staff at free of cost. Teachers who are engaged in active research are given less workload in the department.
2.4.5 Give the number of faculty who received awards / recognition at the state, national and international level for excellence in teaching during the last four years. Enunciate how the institutional culture and environment contributed to such performance/achievement of the faculty. The College encourages the teachers to expose their individual merit and inherent talents through their participation in various academic activities organised by external forums. Dr. S. Suresh Kumar (Service period 1974-2009), Department of English, a visually challenged person was honoured by the State and Central Governments. Awards ―The Best Employee of the year, 2000‖, conferred by the Government of Tamil Nadu ―The Most Efficient Disabled Employee, 2005‖ conferred by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India. Faculty members of the Department of Tamil present their papers in the National Conferences. Their research articles are duly recognised by a reputed Tamil Literary Forum, named Tamil Iyya Kalvi Kazhagam, Thiruvaiyaru. Dr. B. Suseela (Chentamizh Thilagam- 2011; Kavi Aaivu Sudar - 2014) Dr. M. Karthikeyan (Chentamizh Thilagam- 2012; Kadhai Aaivu Sudar - 2015) Dr. K. S. Kolappadhas (Chentamizh Thilagam- 2011; Elakkiya Sudar - 2012; Kadhai Aaivu Sudar - 2015) Dr. A. Anto Peter (Kadhai Aaivu Sudar - 2015) Dr. V. Sasi Rekha(Chentamizh Thilagam- 2011; Deiva Thamizh Sudar- 2013; Kavi Aaivu Sudar – 2014; Kadhai Aaivu Sudar - 2015)
Dr. G. Rexin Thusnavis, Department of Chemistry has earned well reputation for his specialisation in ―Electro Chemistry - corrosion inhibition‖ and recognised member of many Peer Review Committees of National and International journals.
2.4.6 Has the institution introduced evaluation of teachers by the students and external Peers? If yes, how is the evaluation used for improving the quality of the teaching-learning process? The Principal and the Management gather students‘ opinions informally. Students‘ feedback on ‗Campus Experience‘ evaluates the quality of the
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teaching-learning process. Subject knowledge, communication skill, accessibility and teaching methodology are evaluated by the students. Teachers are motivated by the Heads of the Departments and the Principal to follow learner-centric approach.
2.5 Evaluation Process and Reforms
2.5.1 How does the institution ensure that the stakeholders of the institution especially students and faculty are aware of the evaluation processes? At the beginning of the academic year, the Principal convenes the meeting for all Heads of the Departments to discuss the existing evaluation mechanism at the College and the University level. Departments are instructed to adhere to the University pattern, while conducting internal tests and model examinations.
Students are frequently informed regarding the evaluation mechanism. Examination Committee, constituted by both teaching and non-teaching staff, is quite vigilant, about the rules and norms of the university. If any change is made, it will be immediately informed to the teachers and students.
2.5.2 What are the major evaluation reforms of the university that the institution has adopted and what are the reforms initiated by the institution on its own? As an affiliated College, reforms cannot be initiated on its own. But, conducting model examination is the exclusive practice. Introduction of the Semester under Choice Based Credit System, has made some changes in the evaluation pattern. Objective type Questions under part A are introduced Viva-voce in Part II English is a part of internal examination Hall Tickets along with photographs of the student and Time-Table are issued, since April 2015.
2.5.3 How does the institution ensure effective implementation of the evaluation reforms of the university and those initiated by the institution on its own? Although the affiliating university has not contemplated major reforms in the evaluation mechanisms, the College insists on making the evaluation constantly.
Peer group evaluation Conducting instant tests with objective type of questions Tutorial sessions for language teaching Question bank preparation and its application make the students to learn and evaluate, at their level. The College while adopting the evaluation mechanism of the university also follows certain measures to firm up the system.
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2.5.4 Provide details on the formative and summative assessment approaches adopted to measure student achievement. Cite a few examples which have positively impacted the system. Formative assessment approaches help to measure the learning capacity and requirements of students through constant monitoring, frequent tests and group study.
Summative evaluation consists of Continuous Internal Assessment (CIA), which includes assignment preparation, class seminars, class quiz, periodical tests and end-semester examinations. CIA gives scope for close monitoring and prepares students to appear end-semester examinations with more confidence.
2.5.5 Detail on the significant improvements made in ensuring rigor and transparency in the internal assessment during the last four years and weightages assigned for the overall development of students (weightage for behavioral aspects, independent learning, communication skills etc. As instructed by the affiliating university, the weightage given to internal assessment is 25% i.e., 25 marks, 20 marks for tests performance and 5 marks for submitting assignment or conducting class seminars. Internal tests help to evaluate their subject knowledge periodically.
The internal assessment mechanism is transparent. The valued test scripts are returned to students with remarks. If any grievance is noted, it is rectified by the teacher concerned, with the permission of the Head of the Department.
2.5.6 What are the graduate attributes specified by the college/ affiliating university? How does the college ensure the attainment of these by the students? The institution moulds the inherent talents and skills of students. These attributes enable the students to go beyond the technical knowledge and become a transmitter of social changes.
With these objectives the college conducts various activities, curricular, co-curricular and extracurricular. These activities reflect our goals and objectives and also the core values of the higher educational institutions. The yearlong academic activities planned meticulously are carried out assiduously, thereby making the students confident and assertive.
2.5.7 What are the mechanisms for redressal of grievances with reference to evaluation both at the college and University level? Grievances relating to evaluation are taken care of. At the college level, if any grievance is noted on internal assessment, the Heads of the Departments redress it with the help of the course teachers.
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At the university level, revaluation and retotaling can be carried out. A photocopy of the valued answer script will be provided by the university. The Principal and the External Examination committee take necessary steps and forward the application of aggrieved students. Errors in valuation, total marks, entry of internal marks in the mark statement, error in initial or spelling of the name and wrong marking of absence are being rectified.
2.6. Student performance and Learning Outcomes
2.6.1 Does the college have clearly stated learning outcomes? If ‗yes‘ give details on how the students and staff are made aware of these? As an affiliated institution, the college follows the course-wise learning outcomes, framed by the university. The Principal, Heads of the Departments elaborate the expected learning outcome of their course programmes to their teachers. Teachers, in turn explain it to their students and derive their curriculum expectation, also.
2.6.2 Enumerate on how the institution monitors and communicates the progress and performance of students through the duration of the course/programme? Provide an analysis of the students results/achievements (Programme/course wise for last four years) and explain the differences if any and patterns of achievement across the programmes/courses offered. Class tests, internal tests, model examination, end-semester examination, submission of assignments and conduct of class seminars help to monitor the performance of the students. It is communicated to the students as well as to their parents. Parent-teacher meetings are regularly conducted to intimate the performance of their wards. Pass percentage of the students for last four years Batches Departments 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015 Tamil Literature 75 56 63 73.5 English Literature 77 80 79 86.2 Mathematics 80.56 82.93 76.32 100 Physics 74.07 67.86 75.75 86.95 Chemistry 80.1 59.1 82.7 57.1 Zoology 87.5 90.47 66.66 95.24 Commerce 70.4 62.5 55.3 80.4 Commerce CA 36 42 40 29 Computer Science 74 78 88 89 English Literature NA NA NA 85.7 M.Com 67.8 82.1 89.25 100 M.Phil Commerce 100 100 100 100
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The Principal conducts result review meetings and enquires the reasons for poor performance. Subject teacher and Head of the Department are instructed to monitor the fluctuation and adopt appropriate methods to make learning a rewarding exercise.
2.6.3 How are the teaching, learning and assessment strategies of the institution structured to facilitate the achievement of the intended learning outcomes? The achievement of learning outcomes is facilitated by following different measures. To implement the specific intention of an academic programme, the institution has structured its various strategies, as detailed below\; Constant monitoring of the academic progress of learners with different degrees of intelligence Personal care, simplified coaching Peer group teaching Group study and group work Facilitating the advanced and average learners to excel themselves and the slow learners to clear the examinations Sustained efforts of the teachers show that the level of slow learners has been minimised to a great extent.
2.6.4 What are the measures/initiatives taken up by the institution to enhance the social and economic relevance (student placements, entrepreneurship, innovation and research aptitude developed among students etc.) of the courses offered? The College takes initiatives to enhance the employability of the students, and makes them socially conscious. It develops research aptitude among students. The UGC funded Career Oriented Programmes are socially and economically relevant. These courses make the students to be more innovative. A course in ―Rubber Technology‖ is soil oriented and motivates to develop their scientific approach in developing latest technology in this sector. Certificate Course in ―Entrepreneurship‖ promotes self-employment skills and introduces new avenues in career opportunities. Socially and economically relevant courses are introduced as short-term certificate courses.
Besides, co-curricular activities and extension activities nourish the innovative ideas of the students.
2.6.5 How does the institution collect and analyze data on student performance and learning outcomes and use it for planning and overcoming barriers of learning? By acquiring various skills and knowledge, students should have experienced the transformation and their level of scholarly attainment.
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Class room interactions, informal meetings and students‘ feedback are helpful to analyse the learning outcomes. Students rightly indicate the areas where more focus and concentration are required.
These data help to identify the difficulties of the students in the learning process and make appropriate changes in the process. Finally, these efforts help the students to overcome the barriers and complete the course successfully.
Academic mentoring, constant academic support, personal counselling, course enrichment activities, rejuvenating the activities on the campus for holistic development of the personality of the students are the highlights of the measures adopted by the College.
2.6.6 How does the institution monitor and ensure the achievement of learning outcomes? Learning outcomes are monitored right from the class rooms. But, its radius goes beyond the class room- on the campus and off the campus too. The alumni, the parents and the community also give remarks about the attainment of knowledge from the College.
All our support services - personal, academic and financial - enable the learners to attain learning outcomes. Curricular, co-curricular, extra-curricular and extension activities mould the entire personality of the students. Our mission statement ―Educating the ground reality and Empowering to Emerge as an Ideal citizen with Sustained Skills and Values through Quality Education‖ reflects our concern for learning outcomes.
2.6.7 Does the institution and individual teachers use assessment/ evaluation outcomes as an indicator for evaluating student performance, achievement of learning objectives and planning? If ‗yes‘ provide details on the process and cite a few examples. Yes. Students‘ performance is assessed at various stages with the help of the Department Staff, Heads of the Departments.
Earlier, UGC supported remedial programme was conducted for the needy students from the deprived sections of the society. Although, this scheme is not funded during the present Plan Period, the College has planned another method for providing academic mentoring to the students of mixed groups with different degree of intelligence. Academic proficiency of the students is traced right from their entry into the campus. Constant monitoring and persistent efforts by the teachers help the students to overcome their difficulties in the learning process and complete the course of study successfully.
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Similarly, inherent talents of the students in various fields are also traced. Consistent training and encouragement nourish their talents and help for their bright future.
For instance, Talent Scanning Process in academics and non-academics is a technique used by the institution and the individual teacher to evaluate student performance and to plan new strategies to achieve excellence in all their activities.
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CRITERION III: RESEARCH, CONSULTANCY AND EXTENSION
3.1 Promotion of Research
3.1.1 Does the institution have recognized research center/s of the affiliating University or any other agency/organization? The Institution offers M. Phil programme in Commerce.
3.1.2 Does the Institution have a research committee to monitor and address the issues of research? If so, what is its composition? Mention a few recommendations made by the committee for implementation and their impact. Yes. The Research Forum, earlier the Faculty Development Cell, is headed by the Principal. It consists of, the Co-ordinator of the IQAC, faculty members representing Science Departments and a Faculty from the Department of Commerce under Self-Financed stream.
The Research Forum has placed many recommendations for promoting research ambience on the campus. A few recommendations are: To publicise the research works, like publication of books, articles, implementation of projects and availability of guides to Ph.D candidates through a Newsletter To promote the culture of publishing research articles in reputed journals To establish a wing of the Research Forum to cultivate the research aptitude among the students. Impact Found: The Newsletter, ―PIONEER BREEZE‖ highlight the academic activities of the institution with special focus on research work of the faculty Institution has formed a ―Circle for Knowledge Drive‖ exclusively for the aspirant students, who wish to develop a research bent of mind A steady progress is seen in the culture of publishing books, articles in books and reputed journals. 2015- Kind of 2011- 2012- 2013- 2014- 2016 Publication 2012 2013 2014 2015 (As in October 2015) Books 2 4 4 2 - Articles in Edited 10 11 16 34 5 Books Articles in reputed 8 11 29 11 1 Journals Articles in Conference 10 5 9 16 1 Proceeding
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3.1.3 What are the measures taken by the institution to facilitate smooth progress and implementation of research schemes/ projects? autonomy to the principal investigator timely availability or release of resources adequate infrastructure and human resources time-off, reduced teaching load, special leave etc. to teachers support in terms of technology and information needs facilitate timely auditing and submission of utilization certificate to the funding authorities any other The principal investigators have Autonomy in executing the project Timely availability of the release of resources Adequate infrastructure and Fellow Assistants Relaxation in allotted teaching hours A well-stocked central library with internet facility Timely support for getting audited statement and for submitting utilisation certificate to the funding authorities Deputing the faculty to present their research articles in seminars and conferences.
3.1.4 What are the efforts made by the institution in developing scientific temper and research culture and aptitude among students? Departments are motivated to arrange interaction between the scientists and students. During Science week celebrations, students are encouraged to present papers and display their posters and models. Visit by the scientists and experts provide good opportunities for the students to have an interaction with them.
―Circle for the Knowledge Drive‖, a wing of the Research Forum promotes students to take soil oriented field projects at local level. Orientation by eminent personalities has widened their perspectives. For instance, interaction with Ms. Masha Nazeem, a young scientist and an international awardee for her inventions, inspired the students a lot.
3.1. 5 Give details of the faculty involvement in active research (Guiding student research, leading Research Projects, engaged in individual/collaborative research activity, etc.) At present, seven teachers are the recognised supervisors for Ph.D candidates. And four teachers of Self-financed stream guide M. Phil (Commerce) scholars. Five teachers have availed leave under Faculty Development Programme.
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Two Teachers (Self-financed stream) are engaged in research leading to Ph. D degree. Research Projects: Three teachers in the Department of Zoology had undertaken five projects, individually, funded by the UGC and at present, one major project is under implementation. Nature S. Name and Funded Duration of Status No Department by Project Dr. R. Anantha Rajan, May 2009 - 1 UGC Major Completed Department of Zoology May 2012 2 Dr. G. Raju, August2010 - UGC Minor Completed Department of Zoology August 2012 3 Dr. G. Raju, UGC, October-2009 - Major Completed Department of Zoology PDF October-2012 4 Dr. R. Santhi, September 2011- UGC Minor Completed Department of Zoology September 2013 5 Dr. G. Raju, April 2013 - UGC Major Ongoing Department of Zoology April 2016
3.1.6 Give details of workshops/ training programmes/ sensitization programmes conducted/organized by the institution with focus on capacity building in terms of research and imbibing research culture among the staff and students. The institution has taken efforts on capacity building in terms of research and instilling research culture among the staff and students. SL. Resource Date Designation Topic No Person Head (Rtd), Promoting Dr. T. S. Dept. of History, Research 1 27-1-2014 Rajeswari A. P. C. Maha Laxmi Ambience in the College, Tuticorin. Institution Registrar (Rtd), Dr. K. A. Manonmaniam How to prepare 2 28-1-2014 Manikumar Sundaranar University, Project proposals Tirunelveli. Registrar (Rtd), How to identify Dr. K. A. Manonmaniam 3 5-2-2014 the themes in the Manikumar Sundaranar University, Humanities Tirunelveli Professor, Dr. T. R. Department of Physics, Funding Agencies : 4 5-2-2014 Raja Manonmaniam An Access Sekaran Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli.
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Professor, Department of Dr. A. Raja Statistics, Manonmaniam Implementing soil 5 5-2-2014 Retnam Sundaranar University, oriented projects Tirunelveli.
For students Circle for Knowledge Drive has organised trainings for students to undertake field projects at Micro-level. Students have completed their projects and presented their findings in the Forum. Best project has been identified to be honoured during the Awards Day celebrations.
Earlier, as a part of curriculum, third year degree UG students had undertaken subject related projects. Departments had given them trainings regarding selection of topics, report preparation, and mode of submission. This had helped them for doing projects in their PG/M. Phil. Programmes.
At present, Post-graduate students and M. Phil candidates undertake dissertations, as a part of fulfilling their course.
3.1.7 Provide details of prioritized research areas and the expertise available with the institution. Recognised supervisors for Ph.D candidates with their area of specialization, No. of Number of Sl. candidates Area of candidates N Name Department with Specialization completed o ongoing Ph. D status 1 Dr. K. S. Tamil Modern - 3 Kolapadhas Literature 2 Dr. J. V. English Comparative 1 6 Jeeva (Rtd) Literature 3 Dr. S. English American 1 8 Nagammal Fiction 4 Dr. C. Mathematics Graph Theory 4 8 Jayasekaran 5 Dr. A. Zoology Bio-Technology Anantha - 2 Rajan 6 Dr. G. Raju Zoology Phytochemistry - 2 (Co-Guide) 7 Dr. S. Arul Commerce Business - 7 Stephen Mathematics 8 Dr. N. Indira Commerce Accountancy 1 5
3.1.8 Enumerate the efforts of the institution in attracting researchers of eminence to visit the campus and interact with teachers and students?
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Research Forum and Science Club arrange special lectures and invite eminent scholars. Lectures will be followed by interactive sessions. Departments of Tamil, English and Commerce have also arranged such programmes to develop research culture among staff and students in their respective subjects.
3.1.9 What percentage of the faculty has utilized Sabbatical Leave for research activities? How has the provision contributed to improve the quality of research and imbibe research culture on the campus? Nil
3.1.10 Provide details of the initiatives taken up by the institution in creating awareness/advocating/transfer of relative findings of research of the institution and elsewhere to students and community (lab to land) Transfer of findings of research to the companies is yet to gain momentum in the college. Project at Micro-level undertaken by the students (related to environment and health) are conveyed to the target groups – through the activities of NSS and Rotaract Club Social issues and the findings are communicated to them by organising orientation/ awareness programmes.
3.2 Resource Mobilization for Research
3.2.1 What percentage of the total budget is earmarked for research? Give details of major heads of expenditure, financial allocation and actual utilization. No
3.2.2 Is there a provision in the institution to provide seed money to the faculty for research? If so, specify the amount disbursed and the percentage of the faculty that has availed the facility in the last four years? No
3.2.3 What are the financial provisions made available to support student research projects by students? The institution has sought financial assistance from the Management to support research projects by the students.
Circle for Knowledge Drive and Research Forum are taking initiatives in this regard.
3.2.4 How does the various departments/units/staff of the institute interact in undertaking inter-disciplinary research? Cite examples of successful endeavors and challenges faced in
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organizing interdisciplinary research. Projects of the students of PG and M. Phil programmes are interdisciplinary in nature to an extent. Students of Commerce do their dissertations, combining Commerce and Management. This inter-disciplinary approach poses challenges but the students respond to them successfully.
3.2.5 How does the institution ensure optimal use of various equipment and research facilities of the institution by its staff and students? The College encourages for optimum utilization of the research facilities by conducting regular courses in the forenoon and self-financed courses in the afternoon using the same infrastructure available on the campus.
3.2.6 Has the institution received any special grants or finances from the industry or other beneficiary agency for developing research facility? If ‗yes‘ give details. No
3.2.7 Enumerate the support provided to the faculty in securing research funds from various funding agencies, industry and other organizations. Provide details of ongoing and completed projects and grants received during the last four years. The institution arranges orientation to provide information regarding funding agencies Process of proposal submission is simplified and the Management encourages the applicants. Details of ongoing and completed projects: Nature Duration Name of Total Grant Total grant of the Year Title of the the received Project From - To project funding Sanctioned Received till date agency Rs Rs Rs Characterization and development May-2009 of methods for Major To homogenous UGC 9,72,165 9,72,165 9,72,165 May-2012 preparation of lection from Arteniaspp Conservation through micro October- propagation of 2009 fossil fern Major to allies(Huperziaa UGC PDF PDF PDF October- species) for the 2012 potential use as a restoration species
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August - Development of 2010 Antimicrobial Minor to Compounds from UGC 70,000 70,000 70,000 August- few Endemic 2012 piper Species September- Phytoremedaition 2011 of aqueous Minor to metallic UGC 1,40,000 1,40,000 1,40,000 September- fungicide 2013 residues Profiling of phytochemicals of indigo era longeracemosa April 2013 Bov.Ex.ball. and Major to Indigo era UGC 11,66,800 11,66,800 11,66,800 April2016 aspalathoids Vahl, And manage microbial diseases of fresh water prawn
3.3 Research Facilities
3.3.1 What are the research facilities available to the students and research scholars within the campus? Research facilities available within the campus are Well stocked library with latest Science Journals Internet Facility INFLIBNET and N-List ICT lab with Wi-Fi connectivity Physics, Chemistry, Zoology and Computer Laboratories.
3.3.2 What are the institutional strategies for planning, upgrading and creating infrastructural facilities to meet the needs of researchers especially in the new and emerging areas of research? The institution invites proposals from the departments to upgrade the existing infrastructural facilities. The proposals include: e-sources e-journals Wi-Fi connectivity
The proposals are submitted to the College Committee through the Principal and the Committee resolves to fulfill the requirements.
Development of infrastructure through phased introduction of need-based courses is attempted.
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3.3.3 Has the institution received any special grants or finances from the industry or other beneficiary agency for developing research facilities? If ‗yes‘, what are the instruments / facilities created during the last four years. No
3.3.4 What are the research facilities made available to the students and research scholars outside the campus / other research laboratories? Students are motivated to visit the District Library and the Libraries of other institutions also. PG students and M. Phil scholars (Commerce) collect data from external agencies and financial experts.
3.3.5 Provide details on the library/ information resource center or any other facilities available specifically for the researchers? College Library is equipped with Reference section Research journals E-journals - INFLIBNET - N-List
3.3.6 What are the collaborative research facilities developed/ created by the research institutes in the college. For ex. Laboratories, library, instruments, computers, new technology etc. The College has developed research facility by enrolling as a member of UGC-INFLIBNET-N-LIST Consortium and has got permission to access electronic resources of N-List.
3.4 Research Publications and Awards
3.4.1 Highlight the major research achievements of the staff and students in terms of ∗ Patents obtained and filed (process and product) ∗ Original research contributing to product improvement ∗ Research studies or surveys benefiting the community or improving the services ∗ Research inputs contributing to new initiatives and social development Research studies carried out by the D epartment of Commerce (PG and M. Phil.) benefiting the community are: Mini Bus Transport Service Home Appliances Services of Primary Agricultural Co-operative Bank Life Insurance Corporation Local Media State Bank of India
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ATM Health Drinks Women entrepreneurs Milk Co-operative Societies
Research inputs, explored by PG and M. Phil (Commerce) candidates, contributing to social development are: Marine fish centre Women workers in fish net industry Flower cultivation and marketing Brick workers Coir industry workers Pottery workers Rubber plantation Self -Help Groups Handloom weavers Ayurvedic Medicine Marketing Bananas
Students had undertaken surveys on ―Wild Life‖ to assist the Department of Forestry, Kanyakumari District.
3.4.2 Does the Institute publish or partner in publication of research journal(s)? If ‗yes‘, indicate the composition of the editorial board, publication policies and whether such publication is listed in any international database? Nil
3.4.3 Give details of publications by the faculty and students: Publication per faculty 3.33 Number of papers published in Peer Reviewed Journals (National / 77 International) by Faculty Articles in Conference Proceeding 41 Articles in Edited Books 76 Number of publications listed in International database 44 Monographs - Chapter in Books - Books Edited - Books with ISBN / ISSN numbers with details of publishers 12 Citation Index 251 SNIP, SJR - Impact Factor 14.82 h- index 13
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Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of Publishers 1. Dr. K. S. Kolappadhas, Vaanathu Minal, Siva Publication, Nagercoil, ISBN No:978-81-8465-825-5 2. Dr. K. S. Kolappadhas, Karpaga Vinayagar Bhakti Paamalai, Siva Publications, Nagercoil, ISBN No : 978-81-924831- 1-5 3. Dr. K. S. Kolappadhas, Vishvakarma Samudayam Or Arimugam, Siva Publications, Nagercoil, ISBN No : 978-81-924831-0-8 4. Dr. R. Santhi, Vermitechnology, Saras Publication, Nagercoil ISBN No : 978- 93 -82459-32-3 5. Dr. G. Rexin Thusnavis, Engineering Chemistry – I, Sri Maruthi Publications, Chennai, ISBN No : 978-93-80757-04-9 6. Dr. G. Rexin Thusnavis, Engineering Chemistry – I, Sri Maruthi Publications, Chennai, ISBN No : 978-93-80757-24-7 7. Dr. G. Rexin Thusnavis, Engineering Chemistry – II, Sri Maruthi Publications, Chennai, ISBN No : 978-93-80757-04-9 8. Dr. G. Rexin Thusnavis, Engineering Chemistry – I, Jaitech Publications, Chennai ISBN No : 978-93-80624-91-4 9. Dr. G. Rexin Thusnavis, Engineering Chemistry – II, Sri Maruthi Publications, Chennai, ISBN No: 978-93-80757-04-9 10. Dr. P. Palanisamy, Synthesis of Polyols Cardanol, Lap Lambert Academic Publishing, Germany, ISBN No: 978-3-8443-0382-7 11. Dr. P. Palanisamy, Recent Advances in Steroids, Lap Lambert Academic Publishing, Germany, ISBN No: 978-3-8443-0966-9 12. Dr. P. Palanisamy, Oxidation and Reduction Reactions of Organic Synthesis, Lap Lambert Academic Publishing, Germany, ISBN No: 978-3-8484-0254-0
3.4.4 Provide details (if any) of ∗ research awards received by the faculty ∗ recognition received by the faculty from reputed professional bodies and agencies, nationally and internationally ∗ incentives given to faculty for receiving state, national and international recognitions for research contributions. Recognition received by the faculty from reputed agencies, nationally and internationally. Dr. C. Jayasekaran a) Membership in International Bodies: ResearchGate, USA b) Number of papers Reviewed – 2 c) Reviewer in Open journal of Discrete Mathematics
Dr. G. Rexin Thusnavis: a) Membership in National /International bodies Indian Society for Technical Education, New Delhi since 2002
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ResearchGate, United States of America since 2008 American Chemical Society, United States of America since 2009 b) Review experience: Number of papers reviewed : 7 c) Reviewer in: Journal of Materials and Environmental Science, Morocco The Journal of Corrosion Science and Engineering, United States of America Portugaliae Electrochemica acta, Portugal British Journal of Applied Science and Technology, United Kingdom International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry, United Kingdom Physical Science International Journal, United Kingdom Journals of American Chemical Society, United States of America
3.5 Consultancy
3.5.1 Give details of the systems and strategies for establishing institute-industry interface? Nil
3.5.2 What is the stated policy of the institution to promote consultancy? How is the available expertise advocated and publicized? The institution publishes the available expertise through the Newsletter and website.
Although consultancy services are yet to get momentum, the staff are encouraged to participate as resource persons in seminars and workshops arranged by voluntary organizations, NGOs and Service Clubs like Rotary and Lions.
3.5.3 How does the institution encourage the staff to utilize their expertise and available facilities for consultancy services? Nil
3.5.4 List the broad areas and major consultancy services provided by the institution and the revenue generated during the last four years. Nil
3.5.5 What is the policy of the institution in sharing the income generated through consultancy (staff involved: Institution) and its use for institutional development? Nil
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3.6 Extension Activities and Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR)
3.6.1 How does the institution promote institution-neighbourhood- community network and student engagement, contributing to good citizenship, service orientation and holistic development of students? To develop social consciousness among the students and to apply the knowledge skill of the faculty, the institution involves them in extension activities. Inculcating the values and skills along with academic learning experience help for holistic development of the students personally.
Nagercoil is a town and headquarters of the Kanyamumari District. As per 2011 census, the population of the town is 2,24,849. Its neighbourhood is the composition of villages and agriculture is the major occupation.
The community is comprised of agriculturalists, agricultural labourers, traders, employees of both Government of Tamil Nadu and Government of India and private organizations and educational institutions, self-employed and professionals.
The extension activities, executed by the clubs bring a network among the institution, neighbourhood and community. The outcome is humanitarian attitude towards the needy and the hapless.
3.6.2 What is the Institutional mechanism to track students‘ involvement in various social movements / activities which promote citizenship roles? Feedback to scale the state of satisfaction is collected informally from participants, collaborating agencies and the beneficiaries. . Feedback from students . Feedback from beneficiaries/community . Feedback from Government and Non-government agencies . Opinion of the Programme Officers of NSS and Co-ordinators of Youth Red Cross, Red Ribbon Club and Rotaract Club . Feedback from the special invitees. These views and opinions are analysed to track students‘ involvement in social activities.
3.6.3 How does the institution solicit stakeholder perception on the overall performance and quality of the institution? The institution collects stakeholders‘ perception on the overall performance of the institution in different ways. Teachers-in-charge of the classes and clubs collect students‘ views Heads of the Departments present their views in the Heads meetings, held by the Principal Parent-Teacher meetings are held periodically and these meets are instrumental to perceive their opinions
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Suggestions of the alumni help for improving the course enrichment activities and for value addition.
3.6.4 How does the institution plan and organize its extension and outreach programmes? Providing the budgetary details for last four years, list the major extension and outreach programmes and their impact on the overall development of students. Head of the institution and IQAC emphasise the theme orientated activities on the campus. Extension activities that focus the Theme of the year are planned. Co-ordinators of NSS, YRC, RRC and Rotaract Club design their activities ensuring the overall development of the students. Major extension programmes and their Impact: Major extension/outreach Impact programme Awareness Building – ―Healthy Being healthy, both physical and and Safe Life‖ psychological Greening Programme and plastic Conserving Nature and Environment free campus Propagating the danger caused not only Tobacco Free Campus on users but others also Visits to Government Hospital and Promoting empathetic approach HIV Community Centre towards the vulnerable people Medical Camps Prevention is better than cure Earned practical knowledge about Held survey on ―Wild Life‖ Bio-diversity Cleanliness Healthy life Blood Donation Life saving effort To be aware and develop Blood grouping consciousness about one‘s blood group Sensitising the youth about the risk of Awareness about AIDS HIV/AIDS Bulls‘ Eye Programme — Road Safe Driving Saves Life Safety Awareness Enhance holistic development of the Counselling – Career and personal students
Budgetary Provisions NSS (Units: 87, 88,& 89) Budget 2011- 2012- 2013- 2014- 2015- Year 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Programme Rs Rs Rs Rs Rs Amount Nil 67,500 Nil Nil Nil received Camp Amount Nil 67,500 Nil Nil Nil Spent
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Amount 22,500 46,168 20,720 10,500 Nil Regular received Activities Amount 37,870 61,274 43,560 10,000 Nil Spent Amount 3,000 6,796 3,280 Nil Nil received SC/ST Amount 3,550 6,735 6,485 Nil Nil Spent Amount 25,500 1,20,464 24,000 10,500 Nil received Total Amount 41,420 1,35,509 50,045 10,000 Nil Spent
3.6.5 How does the institution promote the participation of students and faculty in extension activities including participation in NSS, NCC, YRC and other National/ International agencies? Measures initiated by the institution: Arranging Orientation Programme for the First Year undergraduate students to sensitise their social commitments Encouraging them to enrol as Volunteers and Blood Donors Providing opportunities to participate in awareness programmes organised by external forums. Participation certificates enhance their credentials Participating in need-based community development activities, as the volunteer Conducting camps, including special camps in the neighbourhood villages Imparting values during special day celebrations, like Women‘s Day and National Festivals Honouring their services by conferring the title ―Best Volunteer‖ by the University and the College As a part of curriculum, under part V, Social Value Education is offered – class room learning is supplemented by extension activities Moreover, under Choice Based Credit System, students get two points for their extension services.
Promotional measures for the teachers Dedicated team of teachers volunteer themselves to serve the needy through their club activities and they deem it a prestige Affiliating University honours the programme officer and the volunteer with the titles ―Best NSS Programme Officer‖, ―Best Youth Co- ordinator‖ and the ―Best Volunteer‖ Their remarkable services are recorded in the annals of the institution and publicised through our Newsletter.
3.6.6 Give details on social surveys, research or extension work (if any) undertaken by the college to ensure social justice and
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empower students from under-privileged and vulnerable sections of society? Empowering students from under privileged sections through extension activities. These students are encouraged To shed off their inhibition and have free interaction with the community To get Exposure through extension activities makes them more confident and assertive To Earn practical knowledge in undertaking social surveys and techniques in analysing the statistical data To participate in Personality Development Programmes Above all, service to the needy makes them empathetic towards fellow human beings and promotes their Civic Consciousness.
3.6.7 Reflecting on objectives and expected outcomes of the extension activities organized by the institution, comment on how they complement students‘ academic learning experience and specify the values and skills inculcated. Enriching learning experiences and inculcating values and skills through extension activities. Knowledge acquired is applied to learn the reality Need for practical exposure is fulfilled Students acquire attitude for service and become contributors to community development Students develop values like . Commitment . Involvement . Determination . Sincerity Their participation in various awareness campaigns develop their consciousness in socio-economic issues, health care issues and environmental issues Practical exposure helps them to emerge as an ideal citizen who stands for truth and justice Soft skills are promoted. Students develop the leadership quality, team work, communication skill, conceptual skill and computing skill.
3.6.8 How does the institution ensure the involvement of the community in its reach out activities and contribute to the community development? Detail on the initiatives of the institution that encourage community participation in its activities? Ensuring involvement of community in our extension activities: An informal pilot study helps for organising one-day/special camps in the villages. Our Programme Officers and volunteers collect the
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requirements from the people of the village. This interaction builds a good rapport between our students and the villagers . Village Panchayat and the well-wishers of the village volunteer to extend their help during our camp days. Free accommodation and kind of refreshment are arranged by them . Dignitaries of the villages are honoured during camp days . And thus, a good rapport and trustworthiness help to fulfill their requirements, simple and friendly attitude earn the goodwill of the village community. In turn, they involve and contribute their mite to the community development.
Institutional efforts are . Rapport building . Being trustworthy, simple and friendly . Frequent interaction with the community . Ascertaining their requirements. Our camps were held at: Elluvillai, Pillayanvillai, Peruvilai, Villukuri, Madathattuvillai,Thiruvidaikodu and Therusanmkoppu were successful.
3.6.9 Give details on the constructive relationships forged (if any) with other institutions of the locality for working on various outreach and extension activities. By forging good relationship with Village Panchayats, Village Administrative Officers, Municipal Administration, District Collectorate, Departments of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Forest, Health and Traffic Police, our institution has made our various extension activities, successful.
Besides, District Red Cross Society, Rotary Club of Nagercoil, District Red Ribbon Club and District Consumer Club, have also guided our clubs for undertaking extension activities.
3.6.10 Give details of awards received by the institution for extension activities and/contributions to the social/community development during the last four years. Community Services extended by the NSS Unit 87 fetched not only good reputation but also the allotment of two more NSS Units for our institution. And thus, at present three NSS units 87, 88 and 89 play a vital role in neighbourhood community development activities.
Heads of the Village Panchayats had appreciated our NSS Volunteers for the laudable work. In 2000, Unit 88 has received the Best NSS Unit award from the University and Ms. Jasmine Asir was honoured as the Best Programme Officer.
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In 2012, District Election Office recognised the services of Mr. J. Deva Anban (Unit 89) and nominated him as the District Nodal Officer.
The Youth Red Cross (YRC) of the College received the Certificate of Appreciation from the Tamil Nadu State Aids Control Society and State Blood Transfusion Council for arranging many blood donation Camps.
YRC Volunteers A. Ajith Kumar III B.Com (2014, 2015) V. Gowtham, III B. Com (2014) R. Saravanan, I. B. Com (2015) were honoured with the Certificate of Appreciation for having donated blood more times in a year.
3.7 Collaboration
3.7.1 How does the institution collaborate and interact with research laboratories, institutes and industry for research activities. Cite examples and benefits accrued of the initiatives — collaborative research, staff exchange, sharing facilities and equipment, research scholarships etc. Nil
3.7.2 Provide details on the MoUs/collaborative arrangements (if any) with institutions of national importance/other universities/ industries/Corporate (Corporate entities) etc. and how they have contributed to the development of the institution. Nil
3.7.3 Give details (if any) on the industry-institution-community interactions that have contributed to the establishment / creation/up-gradation of academic facilities, student and staff support, infrastructure facilities of the institution viz. laboratories / library/ new technology /placement services etc. Placement cell has solicited the support of TATA Consultancy Services to give training for the meritorious students.
In the past three years 195 students had attended such trainings and out of them TCS has offered placement orders to 42 students.
In January 2015, out of 42 trainees 15 students were offered placement orders. And thus, interaction among industry - institution - community provides great exposures to our students. Career Counselling and Placement services are energised further to provide better placement services to our students.
3.7.4 Highlighting the names of eminent scientists/participants who contributed to the events, provide details of national and
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international conferences organized by the college during the last four years. Science Forum, Departments of Physics and Chemistry have invited the eminent Scientists and eminent Retired Professors to deliver special lectures and interact with the students. Date Eminent Scientist / Personality 28.12.2012 Sri. Joseph John, Director of KALALEX, Specialist in Rubber Technology, Keeriparai. 22.2.2013 Er. M. Alwin Jose, ISRO, Mahindragiri, Nagercoil 26.9.2014 Dr. D. Arish, Research Associate, Ceramic Matrix Product Division, VSSC, Tiruvananthapuram 12.1.2015 Mani M. Manivannan, Principal Developer of Norton Antivirus, and TSCII, Chennai 26.1.2015 Er. J. Sudarson, DGM, ISRO, Mahendragiri 23.2.2015 Dr. P. Murugan, Former Head, Electronics and Instrumentation Design, LPSC, ISRO, Mahendragiri 3.8.2015 Masha Nazeem, Young Scientist, National and International Awardee 21.8.2015 Dr. R. Hari Kumar, Head, Education and Training Division, Energy Management Centre, Department of Power, Tiruvananthapuram, Kerala Eminent Participants 22.6.2010 Dr. V. Umayorubhagan, Rtd. Professor of Chemistry, 26.9.2014 Pioneer Kumaraswamy College, Nagercoil 27.7.2012 Prof. K. Sridharan, Rtd. Professor of Chemistry, Pioneer Kumaraswamy College, Nagercoil 26.2.2012 Prof. P. Rajaram, Rtd. Professor of Physics, Pioneer Kumaraswamy College, Nagercoil 25.3.2013 Dr. S. Kesava Perumal, Founder of the Kumari Thirukkural Research Centre, Nagercoil.
3.7.5 How many of the linkages/collaborations have actually resulted in formal MoUs and agreements? List out the activities and beneficiaries and cite examples (if any) of the established linkages that enhanced and/or facilitated — a) Curriculum development/enrichment b) Internship/ On-the-job training c) Summer placement d) Faculty exchange and professional development e) Research f) Consultancy g) Extension h) Publication
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i) Student Placement j) Twinning programmes k) Introduction of new courses l) Student exchange m) Any other There are no formal MoUs and agreements with research institutes and industries.
But the institution has utilised the expertise from various fields. Eminent personalities such as Academicians, Advocates, Journalists, Entrepreneurs, Social workers and other Professionals have visited the campus to interact with the faculty and the students. This multifaceted approach of the institution has helped To enrich the curriculum oriented activities To introduce job oriented and soil oriented short term courses To inculcate the spirit of research among the students To encourage the faculty to exhibit in various forums To intensify the extension activities in collaboration with government and non-governmental organisations To implement the community services with the support of the service organisations like, Rotary Club of Nagercoil, District Red Ribbon Club, District Red Cross Society and District Consumer Club To provide placement services to the students To introduce new academic programmes in line with the expectations of the stakeholders To publicise the goals and objectives of the institution and the activities that reflect our goals. In fact, the collaborating agencies are our real ambassadors to propagate our noble mission.
3.7.6 Detail on the systemic efforts of the institution in planning, establishing and implementing the initiatives of the linkages/ collaborations. Constant efforts, systematic approach, follow up activities, help to establish and implement the initiatives of the collaborations Our prompt response and participation in the activities with the help of collaborating agencies strengthen our linkages Our adherence to the directions given by the service organisations has strengthened our rapport.
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CRITERION IV: INFRASTRUCTURE AND LEARNING RESOURCES
4.1 Physical Facilities
4.1.1 What is the policy of the Institution for creation and enhancement of infrastructure that facilitate effective teaching and learning? The institutional policy for creation and enhancement of infrastructure is need based. Infrastructure growth matching academic growth is evident.
Development of infrastructure, synchronising with the introduction of new courses, is the policy of the institution.
A building accommodating classes for both the shifts, has been extended with two more storey.
A building with three floors accommodating ICT lab, class rooms and library was constructed in 2013-2014.
With the introduction of new post-graduate programmes, another block along with Secretary‘s chamber has been constructed in 2015.
Computer laboratories, a lecture hall with LCD projector, ICT laboratory with internet, Wi-Fi connectivity and a well stocked library with INFLIBNET - N-List facility are helpful for effective teaching and learning.
4.1.2 Detail the facilities available for a) Curricular and co-curricular activities – classrooms, technology enabled learning spaces, seminar halls, tutorial spaces, laboratories, botanical garden, Animal house, specialized facilities and equipment for teaching, learning and research etc. Facilities available for curricular and co-curricular activities Class rooms with adequate lighting and ventilation Well equipped laboratories (Chemistry, Physics, Zoology) with non-obsolescent instrument Zoology Museum Computer Laboratory Central Library with INFLIBNET – N List facility ICT laboratory with Wi-Fi connectivity A lecture hall with LCD facility to conduct guest lectures and other co-curricular activities Purified water supply Canteen Generator Toilet facilities.
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b) Extra –curricular activities – sports, outdoor and indoor games, gymnasium, auditorium, NSS, NCC, cultural activities, Public speaking, communication skills development, yoga, health and hygiene etc. For Extra Curricular Activities Play ground Cabins for NSS, Career Guidance Cell and Women‘s Forum.
4.1.3 How does the institution plan and ensure that the available infrastructure is in line with its academic growth and is optimally utilized? Give specific examples of the facilities developed/augmented and the amount spent during the last four years (Enclose the Master Plan of the Institution / campus and indicate the existing physical infrastructure and the future planned expansions if any). As required by the Principal and the faculty members, the Management ensures that the available infrastructure is in line with College‘s academic expansion. Facilities developed during the last four years: Classrooms Laboratories and laboratory equipment Library with internet facility, N-list and Journals ICT Laboratory with Wi-Fi connectivity Computer Laboratory, computer systems with accessories Secretary‘s Chamber IQAC Room Office Water purifier Generator Furniture Audio system LCD projector The amount spent on infrastructure facilities during the last four years has been Rs. 1, 76, 43, 479. Future Plans A separate building for cultural activities A spacious canteen for faculty and students, separately More technical theatres
4.1.4 How does the institution ensure that the infrastructure facilities meet the requirements of students with physical disabilities? Ramp facility is available.
4.1.5 Give details on the residential facility and various provisions available within them:
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Hostel Facility – Accommodation available Recreational facilities, gymnasium, yoga center, etc. Computer facility including access to internet in hostel Facilities for medical emergencies Library facility in the hostels Internet and Wi-Fi facility Recreational facility-common room with audio-visual equipments Available residential facility for the staff and occupancy Constant supply of safe drinking water Security No resident student and hence no residential facility is available
4.1.6 What are the provisions made available to students and staff in terms of health care on the campus and off the campus? Free vision screening tests are offered for the staff and the students Blood group identification tests are conducted In times of need, ailing students will be immediately sent for treatment to the hospital, just opposite to the college All the teachers have health insurance coverage.
4.1.7 Give details of the Common Facilities available on the campus spaces for special units like IQAC, Grievance Redressal unit, Women‘s Cell, Counselling and Career Guidance, Placement Unit, Health Centre, Canteen, recreational spaces for staff and students, safe drinking water facility, auditorium, etc. Spaces are provided for IQAC, Women‘s Forum, Career Guidance Cell, Placement Cell, NSS, YRC and Rotaract Club Space for Canteen Filtered drinking water Generator Separate toilets Common rest room for women students.
4.2 Library as a Learning Resource
4.2.1 Does the library have an Advisory Committee? Specify the composition of such a committee. What significant initiatives have been implemented by the committee to render the library, student/user friendly? Yes. The Library Advisory Committee, headed by the Principal is comprised of the faculty members from various departments. The members are: Dr. C. Jayasekaran - Co-ordinator, IQAC, Dept. of Mathematics Dr. Susan G. Varghese - Department of English
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Dr. G. Raju - Department of Zoology Mr. J. Deva Anban - Department of Physics Mr. V. Thanu Pillai - Assistant, Office Administration Selvi. G. Anna Rashin - III B. A English Literature Secretarial assistance is given by the librarian.
With the objective of executing innovative practices on users need, the Library Advisory Committee makes the library as user-friendly, through the initiatives like: Purchase of new titles and renewals/ subscribtion of journals- Number of Journals is increased to 18 from 5 (in 2010) Organising book fairs Display of new arrivals Orientation on library resources for first year students Extending support services for the students aspiring to get qualified in the competitive examinations Enhancing students‘ knowledge on current affairs through the ―Current Affairs Club‖. This club conducts tests on ―Events of the year‖ and compiles significant events and news regularly Identifying and honouring the prospective students, with the title ―Best Library User‖ and ―Best Library Volunteer‖ Analysing the feedback and deploying students‘ requirements.
4.2.2 Provide details of the following: Total area of the library (in Sq. Mts) : 251 Sq. Mts Total seating capacity : 50 Layout of the Library (------90ft------) (------10ft----)(-----10ft------)
Girls - Boys - Reading Stock Room Reading Area Area
ft 30
IT Zone Entrance (Accessing e-resources) Librarian‘s Cabin
Working Hours . On working days : 8.30 a.m to 4.30 p.m . On holidays : holiday . Before examination days : 8.30 am to 2.30pm . During examination days : 9.30 am to 1.30pm
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. During vacation : 9.30 am to 1.30pm
4.2.3 How does the library ensure purchase and use of current titles, print and e-journals and other reading materials? Specify the amount spent on procuring new books, journals and e-resources during the last four years. Updated catalogues are regularly collected from various publishers. Availability of current titles is intimated to all the departments. Orders are placed after ascertaining the requirements of the departments.
Amount spent on procuring library resources: Year - 1 Year - 2 Year - 3 Year - 4 (2011-12) (2012-13) (2013-14) (2014-15) Library Total Total Total Total holdings Number Cost Number Cost Number Cost Number Cost Rs. Rs. Rs. Rs. Text 1,130 2,75,657 333 1,07,933 1013 3,12,608 660 1,60,361 Books Reference 45 9,000 33 8,250 28 5,600 45 22,500 Books Journals/ 29 Periodicals 17 16,510 17 17,892 25 20,518 UG-26 23,798 PG-3 e-resources Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil 80,409 5,000 Any Other (Specify) 30 - 4 - 8 - 25 - (Donated Books) Donated 2 - 3 - 9 - 5 - Periodicals
4.2.4 Provide details on the ICT and other tools deployed to provide maximum access to the library collection? OPAC By using Online Public Access Catalogue, the users can search the material with ease Information regarding the availability of the required book Bar coding circulation system is also followed.
Electronic Resource Management package for e-journals Nil
Federated searching tools to search articles in multiple databases As a member of N-List Consortium, data bases – article wise, author wise, title wise and subject wise can be searched.
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Library Website A folder for library in the college website is available.
In-house/remote access to e-publications Internet facility in the library helps for in-house access to e-publication Wi-Fi facility is available in ICT laboratory
Library automation ―LIBSOFT‖ the Library Software, installed in the Library makes it automated.
Total number of computers for public access : 4 Total number of printers for public access One printer and CD Drive facility
Internet band width / speed : 2 Mbps
Institutional Repository Nil
Content management system for e-learning Nil
Participation in Resource Sharing Network/ Consortia Member in UGC - INFLIBNET- N-LIST Consortium Principal‘s user id: coll@tdhan 04950524019
4.2.5 Provide details on the following items: Average number of walk – ins - 82 Average number of books issued/returned - 34 Ratio of library books to students enrolled - 22:1 Average number of books added during last three years - 704 Average of login to OPAC - 34 Average number of login to e-resources - 05 Average number of e-resources downloaded and printed - 05 Number of information literacy training organised - Nil Details of ―Weeding Out‖ of books and materials
Periodically old news papers are weeded out - the Library Advisory Committee has suggested for disposing old books which are non-utility in nature after the lapse of more than four decades.
4.2.6 Give details of the specialized services provided by the library Specialized services provided by the library Manuscripts : No Reference : Stocked with 419 books
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Reprography : Nil Inter Library Loan Service deployment : Nil Information Notification (IDN) : Display of new arrivals Flannel boards for notification Download : Yes Printing : Computer printout facilities are available Reading List/Bibliography Compilation: Availability of OPAC has replaced Bibliography In-house/ remote access to e-resources : In-house access to e-resources available User orientation and awareness : Regular practice Assistance in Searching Data Bases : Given INFLIBNET/IUC facilities : Member of INFLIBNET- N- List Consortium
4.2.7 Enumerate on the support provided by the Library staff to the students and teachers of the college. Support Services of the library: Open Access System Dewey Decimal Classification of Books Total Automation Information and Library Network (INFLIBNET) facilities User orientation for the students Compiled University question papers are available for the students Orientation for preparing competitive and qualifying examinations Enhancing knowledge on current affairs through Current Affairs Club Availability of news clippings on current events Encouraging the students for optimum utilisation of the library resources- by conferring the title ―Best Library User‖.
4.2.8 What are the special facilities offered by the library to the visually/physically challenged persons? Give details. The library staff helps the physically challenged students to get the required materials by supplying them personally.
4.2.9 Does the library get the feedback from its users? If yes, how is it analyzed and used for improving the library services. (What strategies are deployed by the Library to collect feedback from users? How is the feedback analyzed and used for further improvement of the library services?) Yes. Feedback mechanisms help to assess the performance and its outcome. Library Advisory Committee advocates collecting feedback from the students.
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The faculty have free access to internet facility, e-journals and latest journals to enrich their subject knowledge.
The Library Advisory Committee analyses the feedback by using simple percentage analysing method. The viability of their demands and suggestions are forwarded to the Management through the principal for appropriate action. Outcome: Held Trainings, Quiz Contests, Panel Discussions for Aspirant students Availed access to internet facility Enrolled as the N-List Consortium Procured more number of Journals Emergence of Current Affairs Club Appreciation for the optimum utilisation of the library resources and involvement of the students in the maintenance of the library and honouring them with the titles ―Best Library User‖ and ―Best Library Volunteer‖.
4.3 IT Infrastructure
4.3.1. Give details on the computing facility available (hardware and software) at the institution. Number of computers with Configuration 147 Sl.No Configuration Quantity Intel(R) Core(TM) i5 3.10GHz, HP202G2MT Motherboard, 1 72 4.00GB RAM, 500GB HDD,18.5‖ HP color monitor Intel(R) Core(TM) 2Duo 2.93GHz, Intel Motherboard, 2 18 2.00GB RAM, 256GB HDD, 18.5‖ LG color monitor Intel(R) Core(TM)i5 3.00GHz, HP202G2MT Motherboard, 3 16 4.00GB RAM, 500GB HDD,18.5‖ Compaq color monitor Intel(R) Core(TM)i5 3.20GHz, HP202G2MT Motherboard, 4 14 4.00GB RAM, 500GB HDD,18.5‖ HP color monitor Intel(R) Core(TM) 2Duo2.20GHz, Intel Motherboard, 5 1.00GB RAM, 160GB HDD,15‖ color monitor(Samsung-2, 5 Compaq-1, HP-2) Intel(R) Core(TM)i5 3.20GHz, HP Motherboard, 4.00GB 6 4 RAM, 256GB HDD, 19‖ HP color monitor Intel(R) Core(TM)2Duo 2.93GHz, Intel Motherboard, 7 1.00GB RAM, 256GB HDD,15‖ color monitor(Samtrom-2, 3 HP-1) Intel(R) Core(TM) 22.93GHz, Intel Motherboard, 1.00GB 8 2 RAM, 160GB HDD,15‖Samsungcolor monitor Intel(R) Core(TM) i5 3.20GHz, HP Motherboard, 3.00GB 9 2 RAM, 256GB HDD, 18.5‖ HP color monitor Intel(R) Core(TM) 2Duo 2.53GHz, Intel Motherboard, 10 1 2.00GB RAM, 160GB HDD,15‖ View sonic color monitor
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Intel(R) Core(TM) 2.20GHz, Intel Motherboard, 2.00GB 11 1 RAM, 320GB HDD,15‖ Samsung color monitor Intel(R) Pentium IV2.40GHz, Intel Motherboard, 256MB 12 1 RAM, 40GB HDD,15‖ Samsung color monitor Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo 2.20GHz, Intel Motherboard, 13 1 1.00GB RAM, 80GB HDD,15‖ HP color monitor Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo 2.20GHz, Intel Motherboard, 14 1 1.00GB RAM, 40GB HDD,15‖Samsung color monitor Intel(R) Core(TM) 22.93GHz, Intel Motherboard, 2.00GB 15 1 RAM, 500GB HDD,18.5‖ LG color monitor Intel(R) Core(TM) i5 3.20GHz, HP Motherboard, 2.00GB 16 1 RAM, 256GB HDD,18.5‖ HP color monitor Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo 2.93GHz, Intel Motherboard, 17 1 3.00GB RAM, 320GB HDD, 15‖ Samsung color monitor AMD Athlon(TM) XP2400 2.00GHz, AMD Athlon 18 Motherboard, 500MB RAM, 40GB HDD, 15‖ Samtron color 1 monitor Intel(R) Core(TM) i3 3.30GHz, Intel Motherboard, 2.00GB 19 1 RAM, 500GB HDD, 18.5‖ HP color monitor Intel(R) Core(TM) i3 3.40GHz, Dell Motherboard, 4.00GB 20 1 RAM, HDD, 18.5‖ Dell color monitor
Computer-student ratio : 1: 9 Stand alone facility : Yes LAN facility : Available Wi-Fi facility : Yes Licensed software Operating System : Windows Office Package : MS Office Professional 2007 Number of nodes/ computers with Internet facility : 6 Any other : LCD projectors
4.3.2 Detail on the computer and internet facility made available to the faculty and students on the campus and off-campus? Campus based facilities All Departments are equipped with a computer Internet and Wi-Fi connectivity are available in the central library and ICT lab at free of cost.
4.3.3 What are the institutional plans and strategies for deploying and upgrading the IT infrastructure and associated facilities? The institution is much concerned in deploying and upgrading the IT infrastructure and associated facilities. The recently established ICT laboratory is beneficial.
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4.3.4 Provide details on the provision made in the annual budget for procurement, upgradation, deployment and maintenance of the computers and their accessories in the institution (Year wise for last four years) Provision made Amount Spent Year Rs. Rs. UGC Management UGC Management 2011 -2012 11,48,860 72,910 11,48,860 72,910 2012 -2013 6,67,000 - 6,67,000 - 2013 -2014 9,10,944 - 9,10,944 - 2014 -2015 - 6,97,743 - 6,97,743
4.3.5 How does the institution facilitate extensive use of ICT resources including development and use of computer-aided teaching/ learning materials by its staff and students? By procuring and maintaining the required equipment and accessories like LCD projector, CDs, pen drives and UPS in the ICT Laboratory and lecture hall, the college facilitates the use of ICT resources by its staff and students.
4.3.6 Elaborate giving suitable examples on how the learning activities and technologies deployed (access to on-line teaching - learning resources, independent learning, ICT enabled classrooms/learning spaces etc.) by the institution place the student at the centre of teaching-learning process and render the role of a facilitator for the teacher. To make learning more student-centric, teacher being a facilitator encourages the students to undertake Net-based assignments Student centred seminar through LCD Accessing e-journals for independent learning.
4.3.7 Does the Institution avail of the National Knowledge Network connectivity directly or through the affiliating university? If so, what are the services availed of? National Knowledge Network connectivity is availed through INFLIBNET. Earlier, internet facility via BSNL was availed at a subsidized rate. But, at present, the institution bears the cost and the connectivity is given through five lines.
4.4 Maintenance of Campus Facilities
4.4.1 How does the institution ensure optimal allocation and utilization of the available financial resources for maintenance and upkeep of the following facilities (substantiate your statements by providing details of budget allocated during last four years)?
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Maintenance and upgradation of facilities help for the smooth functioning. The institution assumes it as its prime duty and it is executed through the optimal allocation and utilisation of the available financial resources.
Budgetary allocation in percentage terms, during Maintenance 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015 Building 57.23 69.57 70.36 79.56 Furniture 2.24 10.45 2.62 0.41 Equipment 8.68 16.90 17.25 - Computers 7.27 - - 19.98 Vehicles - - - - Any others 24.58 3.06 9.77 0.05
4.4.2 What are the institutional mechanisms for maintenance and upkeep of the infrastructure, facilities and equipment of the college? Institutional Mechanism for Maintenance: Heads of the Departments and Members of the Students‘ Council forward the report regarding maintenance issues to the Principal. The Office Manager is instructed to sort out the issues immediately. With the consent of the College Secretary grievances are redressed immediately. Periodical maintenance of the gadgets and equipment help keep them intact.
4.4.3 How and with what frequency does the institute take up calibration and other precision measures for the equipment/ instruments? Calibration and precision measures are undertaken before the commencement of semester practical examinations and also, during semester holidays.
4.4.4 What are the major steps taken for location, upkeep and maintenance of sensitive equipment (voltage fluctuations, constant supply of water etc.)? Maintenance of sensitive equipment UPS mechanisms and installation of stabilisers ensure the proper maintenance of sensitive equipment Purified water is supplied Generators have been installed to ensure round the clock supply of electricity.
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CRITERION V: STUDENT SUPPORT AND PROGRESSION
5.1 Student Mentoring and Support
5.1.1 Does the institution publish its updated prospectus/handbook annually? If ‗yes‘, what is the information provided to students through these documents and how does the institution ensure its commitment and accountability? Yes. The institution publishes its Prospectus and Handbook every year. The prospectus contains the following information:
A brief profile of the college Programmes offered with the Core and Allied Subjects Admission procedure–minimum entry requirements, admission policy Other value added courses offered by the college.
The Handbook is given to all the students. Its main contents are: College mailing and e-mail address, website and contact numbers Portrait of the Founders of the College Remarkable events in the annals of the college Vision, Mission, Goal and Objectives of the college Members of the College Committee, Academic Staff Council Academic Programmes offered List of faculty members and non-teaching staff Rules and Regulation of the affiliating University Disciplinary Code of the College Fee Structure and Scholarships Activities of the Clubs and Forums Special Days – National and International
Information incorporated in the prospectus and handbook has been uploaded in the college website also.
5.1.2 Specify the type, number and amount of institutional scholarships / freeships given to the students during the last four years and whether the financial aid was available and disbursed on time? Departments and individual teachers provide financial support to the needy students.
5.1.3 What percentage of students receive financial assistance from state government, central government and other national agencies?
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Financial support from Government and other agencies
Name of the Agency Percentage of Students benefited out of financial assistance during 2014 -2015 Government of India 6.43 Government of Tamil Nadu 39.08
5.1.4 What are the specific support services/facilities available for Students from SC/ST, OBC and economically weaker sections Students with physical disabilities Overseas students Students to participate in various competitions/National and International Medical assistance to students: health centre, health insurance etc. Organizing coaching classes for competitive exams Skill development (spoken English, computer literacy, etc.,) Support for ―slow learners‖ Exposure of students to other institution of higher learning/corporate/business house etc. Publication of student magazines Specific support services Arranging Government scholarships for the eligible students and taking effort to get the support, on time Scholarship for the physically challenged students is also arranged Motivating students to participate in various competitions. Vellikkalam, an unique forum, arranges trainings and demonstration for the students and makes them participate in the competitions Health awareness campaigns are held. Personal care is extended by the class-in-charge teachers An exclusive panel conducts coaching for ‗Entry into Services‘ with the financial support of the UGC. Career Guidance Cell and Library Advisory Committee also conduct trainings to prepare for the competitive examinations Department of English (both regular and self-financed) conduct Communicative English Classes Department of Computer Science Conducts ―Computer Literacy Campaign‖ for the non-computer science and arts students. Both theory and practical classes are conducted Slow learners are identified and academic mentoring is arranged through personal care and additional coaching Participation and presentation of papers in the seminars and trainings organised by other institutions provide a great exposure to the students
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Departments encourage the students to prepare a magazine of their own. Students contributions are varied and interesting The college magazine is also published. Departments prepare in-house magazines also.
Title of the In-House Magazines are the following: Department Name of the Magazine English Cross Words Mathematics Kaleidoscope Physics Musiphys Commerce Genesis Commerce CA (SF) Decomjo‘ 13 Computer Science (SF) Expo English (SF) P.K.C. Besto Tamil (SF) Quest
5.1.5 Describe the efforts made by the institution to facilitate entrepreneurial skills, among the students and the impact of the efforts. The institution facilitates the students to develop entrepreneurial skills among the students.
Efforts Taken Impact Arranging lectures to motivate the Motivation derived and students students expect trainings also Offering short term trainings Skill development in arts and crafts, artificial jewellery and service centre for mobile phone repair Conducting Sales Cum exhibitions Promoting retailing skill and advocating the concept, ‗Earn while you learn‘
5.1.6 Enumerate the policies and strategies of the institution which promote participation of students in extracurricular and co- curricular activities such as sports, games, Quiz competitions, debate and discussions, cultural activities etc. ∗ additional academic support, flexibility in examinations ∗ special dietary requirements, sports uniform and materials ∗ any other The College promotes co-curricular and extra curricular activities. These activities develop creativity, team spirit and make the students competent. A wide scope is given for the exposure of their talent. Developing the inherent talents of the students has been the institution‘s policy.
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The Practice Associations under the aegis of their respective Departments arrange competitions in various fields. Students with various talents are identified, nourished and encouraged to participate in competitions organised by other institutions at various levels Clubs and Forums conduct competitions and depute students to participate in outdoor competitions A Unique Forum Vellikkalam, functioning under the guidance of the Department of Tamil, is promoting the skills of the students. Trainings, team work, orientation, mock programmes and competitions are conducted very frequently. The Forum meets on every Friday, i.e. Vellikizhamai in Tamil, and that is why the forum is named as Vellikkalam. Its efforts have brought many laurels to our institution. Students are compared to stars and Velli is referred as the Jupiter and Kallam as the Forum Science Forum, Quiz Club, Current Affaires Club, Women Forum, NSS, Youth Red Cross, Red Ribbon Club, Rotaract Club and Youth Welfare Club also organise Trainings and Competitions. Youth Welfare Club encourages the students to participate in the annual Cultural Festivals organised by the University and other institutions.
All these efforts are quite thematic, that is imparting Knowledge with Values. Additional academic supports like personal attention, conducting internal tests separately, permitting to avail leave on other duty are given Winners are highly appreciated through public address system, Newsletter and Website and during Award Ceremony Remarkable achievement in these activities is one of the criteria to select the ―Best Outgoing Student‖ of the batch.
5.1.7 Enumerating on the support and guidance provided to the students in preparing for the competitive exams, give details on the number of students appeared and qualified in various competitive exams such as UGC-CSIR- NET, UGC-NET, SLET, ATE / CAT / GRE / TOFEL / GMAT / Central /State services, Defense, Civil Services, etc. A panel of experts to offer ―Coaching for Entry into Services‖ conducts classes for the students who aspire to appear for competitive examinations. This panel‘s remuneration is paid by the University Grants Commission.
Library Advisory committee in Collaboration with the Career Guidance Cell conducts trainings for Post-Graduate and M. Phil students to appear for NET examination.
The Management invites the renowned scholars, both public and private sectors, especially our Alumni, to interact with the students.
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Students have attempted to get qualified in Tamil Nadu Public Service Examinations (Group II and III), Bank Recruitment Board Examinations and Police Recruitment Examinations.
5.1.8 What type of counselling services are made available to the students (academic, personal, career, psycho-social etc.) Counselling is a collective endeavor aspired by all components of the institution. Class-in-charge teachers and course teachers monitor the academic progress of their students and extend academic counseling along with personal counselling. Because, downslide in academic performance is caused invariantly by one‘s own personal problems If it is deemed necessary, personal counselling is arranged through professionals Teachers in-charge of the clubs like Liberated Wings and Women‘s Forum attend to the needs of the girls and arranges professional counselling Departments and Career Guidance Cell arrange Career Oriented Counselling with the help of successful entrepreneurs, professionals and CEOs.
The very motherly and friendly attitudes of the teachers impress the students and make them seek the guidance of the teachers to solve their emotional problems.
5.1.9 Does the institution have a structured mechanism for career guidance and placement of its students? If ‗yes‘, detail on the services provided to help students identify job opportunities and prepare themselves for interview and the percentage of students selected during campus interviews by different employers (list the employers and the programmes). Yes. Career Guidance Cell and the Placement Cell follow a structural mechanism, jointly. Career Guidance Cell during its orientation and training programmes, identify prospective students. This list of students is forwarded to the Placement Cell to provide them information regarding trainings, recruitments and campus interviews.
The Placement Cell collects information regarding job opportunities and display it on the notice board. Experts are invited to offer trainings on recruitment process and interview techniques. Mock interviews are also conducted. With these guidance and trainings, students are sent to participate in the recruitment drives.
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List of employers who have recruited students during the last four years: Programmes No. of Percentage Year Employers pursued by students selected students participated Tata 2011- Consultancy 107 23 21.5 2012 Services Wipro 15 3 20 Tata 2012- Consultancy 96 14 14.6 2013 Services Tata 2013- Consultancy 37 09 24.3 2014 Services Tata 2014- Consultancy 42 15 35.7 2015 Services
5.1.10 Does the institution have a student grievance redressal cell? If yes, list (if any) the grievances reported and redressed during the last four years. Yes. The student grievances redressal cell collects the demands of the students from various sources like, the Principal, the Faculty and Students‘ Council. Their grievances are forwarded to the Management for quick redressal. Reported grievances Redressal made Change in working time of the college Working time is changed with sufficient break time Extending working time for Library Extended as requested Additional toilets needed Provided Free internet browsing in the Library Provided Organise more cultural events Conducted as requested
5.1.11 What are the institutional provisions for resolving issues pertaining to sexual harassment? Anti-Ragging Committee and Anti-Eve teasing Committee ensure a harmonious and friendly environment on campus. If any case pertaining to sexual harassment is reported, it is promptly attended and necessary actions are taken. No case has been reported so far.
Moreover, Women Forum educate the girl students how to face such harassment if it happens anywhere else. Helpline numbers are widely publicised.
5.1.12 Is there an anti-ragging committee? How many instances (if any) have been reported during the last four years and what action
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has been taken on these? As directed by the Directorate of Collegiate Education and the University, the College has constituted an Anti-ragging committee. The Principal is the head of the Committee and senior faculty members and senior student representatives constitute the committee. Rules pertaining to eradicate the menace of ragging in educational institutions are published in the College Calendar and main provisions of the Act are displayed on the notice board. Helpline numbers are also displayed. Besides, senior students are strictly instructed not to indulge in ragging. At the same time they are encouraged to extend their warm welcome to the fresher‘s. Fresher‘s Day and Welcome Party are celebrated enthusiastically. No complaint of ragging has been reported so far.
5.1.13 Enumerate the welfare schemes made available to students by the institution. When students are unable to pay the fees on time, extension of time is given in genuine cases. Teachers arrange financial assistance for the needy students Departments lend books on long term basis to the needy students Notebooks are supplied at a reasonable price Cash awards for promising students are given by the faculty A book-bank has been set up recently by the Librarian at the Central Library.
5.1.14 Does the institution have a registered Alumni Association? If ‗yes‘, what are its activities and major contributions for institutional, academic and infrastructure development? The college has an Alumni Association. It meets periodically. The institution keeps a cordial relationship with the association.
Alumni of various batches have published handbooks with reference to their profession and contact address Departments invite alumni employed in various sectors to interact with the students on Career Opportunities Some departments utilise their alumni while conducting orientation and Bridge course for the First year UG Students Best alumni are invited to share their learning experiences with the new entrants during Orientation Programme Alumni donate books to their departments to enrich the department library The institution gives priority to the alumni while recruiting staff to the institution. At present seven members of the staff are our alumni and their dedicated services enrich the campus life
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Our Alumni in top position are invited during Republic Day and Independence Day celebrations. They share their experiences with our students and motivate them to aspire for a good career The college acknowledges the entrepreneurship of an alumnus, Mr. B. Siva Kumar (batch 1984-1987) by placing orders to supply the computers. His ‗PMSB Computers‘, is used for the maintenance of the computer laboratory.
5.2 Student Progression
5.2.1 Providing the percentage of students progressing to higher education or employment (for the last four batches) highlight the trends observed. Nature of Progression
Student Progression In percentage 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015 UG to PG 15.10 15.92 25.07 19.16 UG to B. Ed 9.06 16.52 10.62 19.39 UG to Technical 1.01 1.80 2.95 2.09 PG to M. Phil. 1.01 - - 0.26 PG to Ph.D. - - - - Employed Campus Selection UG 5.37 2.10 2.06 3.94 PG - - - - Other than Campus recruitment UG 2.68 3.00 7.37 7.08 PG - - - -
5.2.2 Provide details of the programme wise pass percentage and completion rate for the last four years (cohort wise/batch wise as stipulated by the university)? Furnish programme-wise details in comparison with that of the previous performance of the same institution and that of the Colleges of the affiliating university within the city/district. Pass Percentage Programme 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015 UG 1. Tamil Literature 75 56 63 73.5 2. English Literature 77 80.7 79 86.2 3. Mathematics 80.56 82.93 76.32 100 4. Physics 74.07 67.86 75.75 86.95 5. Chemistry 80.1 59.1 82.7 57.1
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6. Zoology 87.5 90.47 66.66 95.24 7. Commerce 70.4 62.5 55.3 80.4 8. Commerce CA 36 42 40 29 9. Computer Science 74 78 88 89 10. English NA NA NA 85.7 PG 1. Commerce 67.08 82.1 89.25 100 M. Phil 1. Commerce 93.3 100 100 100
There are six Colleges in the town. Of them two are Autonomous Colleges. Ours is a state-aided affiliated institution. Our student friendly attitude, moderate fee structure and the innovative pedagogy attract students from the marginalised groups, especially from the rural areas who have completed school education in their mother tongue. The medium of learning in English is a great challenge to our students. But the teachers are instrumental in making the students overcome the language barrier.
Hence, comparison in pass percentage with other institutions in metropolis may not give a true picture.
5.2.3 How does the institution facilitate student progression to higher level of education and/or towards employment? Departments arrange motivational lectures for the final year students to motivate them for further higher studies. Besides, visits of dignitaries, experts in various professions, predominantly alumni inspire the students to achieve their career dreams in life. Activities of the Career Guidance Cell reveal the new avenues in various professions.
Recent interactive sessions between the outgoing students and eminent educational consultant, Mr. D. Nedunchezhian, Founder CEO and Social Entrepreneur, Technocrats India College Finder, Chennai and Mr. Mani M. Manivannan, Principal Developer of Norton Antivirus, were really beneficial to our students.
5.2.4 Enumerate the special support provided to students who are at risk of failure and drop out? Support to minimize the risk of failures and dropouts . Academic Mentoring with special care for slow learners is regularly done. Simplified study materials, group study and individual care by the teachers help the students who are otherwise at the risk of failure . Personal counselling, motivation and support by the teachers help the students who are at risk of dropping out. Early marriage for girls is cited as one of the reasons. Girls, who are intended to get married, are motivated not to discontinue their studies.
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5.3 Student Participation and Activities
5.3.1 List the range of sports, games, cultural and other extracurricular activities available to students. Provide details of participation and program calendar. The institution gives wide exposure for the students to exhibit their inherent talents. A) Participation and achievement in sports and games Programme Calendar 2011-2012 Sl. Date Event Organiser Venue Level Participants No Manonmaniam MDT Hindu 28.7.2011- Chess Sundaranar College, 1 University Two players 31.7.2011 tournament University, Tirunelveli Tirunelveli Vavuveli Celebration Kuzhithurai Team with 2 1.8.2011 Kabaddi District Committee, 12 players Kuzhithurai Manonmaniam St. Xavier‘s 5.8.2011- Sundaranar College, 3 Badminton University 6 players 7.8.2011 University, Palayamkott Tirunelveli ai Manonmaniam Manonmani Sundaranar am 9.8.2011- Football Team with 4 University, Sundaranar University 11.8.2011 tournament 12 players Tirunelveli University Tirunelveli Kanyakumari Vivekananda 12.8.2011- Kabaddi District college, Team with 5 District 13.8.2011 tournament Kabaddi Agasteeswar 12 players tournament am Manonmaniam Anna 20.8.2011- Kabaddi Sundaranar Stadium, Team with 6 District 21.8.2011 tournament University, Nagercoil 12 players Tirunelveli Manonmaniam Manonmani Sundaranar am 10.10.2011- Athletic 7 University, Sundaranar University 9 players 12.10.2011 meet Tirunelveli University, Tirunelveli
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2012-2013 Sl. Date Event Organiser Venue Level Participants No Kuzhithurai Kabaddi 1 23.7.2012 Municipality, Kuzhithurai District Winner tournament Kuzhithurai Manonmaniam 21.8.2012- A Zone Sundaranar Inter 2 TDMNS IV 23.8.2012 Kabaddi University, collegiate Tirunelveli Manonmaniam Scott A Zone 1.8.2012- Sundaranar Christian Team with 3 cricket University 5.8.2012 University, College, 15 players tournament Tirunelveli Nagercoil Manonmaniam Nasamani A Zone Sundaranar Memorial 7.8.2012- 4 badminton University, Christian District 6 players 8.8.2012 tournament Tirunelveli College, Marthandam Sports Anna Development Stadium, 400 M free M. Sitchick- Authority of Nagercoil 5 14.8.2012 style District Won second Tamil Nadu, Swimming prize Kanyakumari District Sports Anna Development Stadium, 50 M free M. Sitchick- Authority of Nagercoil 6 14.8.2012 style District Won second Tamil Nadu, Swimming prize Kanyakumari District Manonmaniam St. Johns A Zone 16.8.2012- Sundaranar College, Team with 7 football District 18.8.2012 University, Ammandivillai 12 players tournament Tirunelveli Manonmaniam TDMNS A Zone 21.8.2012- Sundaranar College, Team with 8 Kabaddi District 23.8.2012 University, Kallikulam 12 players tournament Tirunelveli Manonmaniam Manonmania 21.8.2012- Kabaddi Sundaranar m Sundaranar Universit Fourth 9 23.8.2012 tournament University, University, y Position Tirunelveli Tirunelveli
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Sports Anna Development Stadium, 24.8.2012- Kabaddi Authority of Nagercoil Team with 10 District 26.8.2012 tournament Tamil Nadu, 12 players Kanyakumari District Manonmaniam Annai 27.8.2012- Volley Ball Sundaranar Vellankanni Team with 11 District 29.8.2012 tournament University, College, 12 players Tirunelveli Tholayavattam Manonmaniam Anna 1.10.2012- Athletic Sundaranar Stadium, Team with 12 District 3.10.2012 meet University, Nagercoil 16 players Tirunelveli 2013-2014 Sl. Date Event Organiser Venue Level Participants No Sports Development Anna Authority of Team with 1 30.8.2013 Kabaddi Stadium, District Tamil Nadu, 12 players Nagercoil Kanyakumari District Kanyakumari District Anna 30.8.2013 - 2 Kabaddi Kabaddi Stadium, District Runner 1.9.2013 Association, Nagercoil Nagercoil Sports Development Vivekananda 6.9.2013- Authority of College, Team with Kabaddi District 7.9.2013 Tamil Nadu, Agasteeswar 12 players Kanyakumari am District Kanyakumari District Body S. Nagarajan Body Building 20.10.2013 Nagercoil District - Won Third Building Association prize and VIP health centre Manonmaniam MGR 26.10.2013- Athletic Sundaranar Team with Stadium, University 28.10.2013 team University, 20 players Madurai Tirunelveli
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Kanyakumari District S. Nagarajan Power 17.11.2013 Powerlifting Nagercoil District - Won Fourth Lifting Association Place and VIP Gym Manonmaniam TDMNS Weight Sundaranar 9.1.2014 College, University 3 Students Lifting University, Kallikulam Tirunelveli 2014-2015 Sl. Date Event Organiser Venue Level Participants No Kick Virudhunagar Boxing, Full Tamil Nadu Kick Boxing M. Sithick- 26.7.2014- contact Kick Boxing Association, 1 State Secure Gold 27.7.2014 (Senior Association Rajapalayam medal Below 54 kg weight) Kick Virudhunagar Boxing, Tamil Nadu Kick Boxing Bare Hand Kick Boxing Association, M. Sithick- 26.7.2014- 2 (Musical Association Rajapalayam State Secure Silver 27.7.2014 Form) Medal below 54 kg weight Kick Virudhunagar Boxing, Tamil Nadu Kick Boxing M. Sithick- 26.7.2014- Semi Kick Boxing Association, Secure 3 State 27.7.2014 contact Association Rajapalayam Bronze below (54) Medal kg weight Manonmaniam V.O.Chidamb 8.9.2014- Sundaranar aranar A team with 4 Cricket University 10.9.2014 University, College, 15 players Tirunelveli Tuticorin Manonmaniam V.O.Chidamb 23.9.2014- Volley Ball Sundaranar aranar A team with 5 University 25.9.2014 tournament University, College, 12 players Tirunelveli Tuticorin 6 29.9.2014 Kanyakumari YMCA, Table District Table Nagercoil N.Sangeetha, Tennis tennis player District won First welfare Prize Association
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7 11.10.2014 Kumite Shotokan District Judo - Karate Association, M. Sithick- 12.10.2014 International Nagercoil National Won Third federation of Prize India 8 26.10.2014 Kabaddi Manonmaniam St.John‘s -2.10.2014 Sundaranar College of Team with University, physical University 12 players Tirunelveli Education, Veeravanallur 9 29.10.2014 Athletic Manonmaniam MGR - meet Sundaranar Stadium, Team with University 31.10.2014 University, Madurai 19 players Tirunelveli 10 21.11.2014 Table Sports and Arignar Anna - Tennis Youth welfare Stadium, N.Sangeetha- 22.11.2014 Association, Nagercoil District Won Third Tirunelveli Prize Region 11 22.11.2014 Table Sports and Tennis Youth welfare YMCA, Won Second Association, District Nagercoil Prize Tirunelveli Region 12 7.2.2015- 75 kg Japan shito- Tamilnadu M. Sithick- 8.2.2015 Kumite RYU karate Sports Karate National Won Second DO KAI India Association, Prize Senbukai Nagercoil 13 22.2.2015- 50-55 Kg Asian Tamilnadu 23.2.2015 Kumite international Sports Karate M. Sithick- WFSKO CUP Association, National Won First Karate Nagercoil Prize Championship, Mumbai 14 28.3.2015 Marathon Manonmaniam Tirunelveli race Sundaranar University Five students University
B) Student Participation in Cultural Activities. Programme Calendar Name of the Number of S.No Date Conducted by Outcome Event Participants 2011-2012 1 27.9.2011 Light Music Rotaract Club, 1 II Prize Nagercoil
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2 21.1.2012 Music Vellikkallam, 1 I Prize Pioneer Kumaraswamy College 2012-2013 NSS, Pioneer 1 24.9.2012 Drawing Kumaraswamy 1 I College, Nagercoil Tamil Nadu State 2 1.12.2012 Drawing AIDS Control 1 I Society 3 25.1.2013 Light Music District Collectorate 1 I Prize Rotary Club, 4 1.3.2013 Light Music 2 II Prize Nagercoil 2013-2014 1 15.8.2014 Drawing Vidiyal Arts and 1 - Cultural Academy 2 30.8.2013 Turn Coat Rani Anna College, 1 II Tirunelveli 3 30.8.2013 Group Dance Rani Anna College, 4 II Tirunelveli 4 27.9.2013 Light Music Rotary Club, 1 II Nagercoil 5 28.2.2014 Poster Women‘s Christian 2 I Designing College, Nagercoil 6 28.2.2014 Poster Women‘s Christian 2 III Designing College, Nagercoil
C) Student participation in extra –curricular activities. NSS, YRC, RRC, Rotaract Club undertake the following activities Celebration of special days and National Festivals Awareness Campaigns / Rallies Medical Camps Blood Donation Camps Health Care Awareness programmes.
5.3.2 Furnish the details of major student achievements in co- curricular, extracurricular and cultural activities at different levels: University / State / Zonal / National / International, etc. for the previous four years.
a) Student achievements in co-curricular activities. Name of the Prize Name and class Conducted by Level events won 2011-2012
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R. Maheswari, Nehru Yuva Kendra I B. Sc Elocution and Ministry of youth II District Mathematics contest welfare affairs, Nagercoil R. Maheswari, Elocution Vallalar Forum, I B.Sc I District contest Nagercoil Mathematics P. Joe Rayon, Vallalar Forum, Essay contest II District I B. Sc Zoology Nagercoil R. Maheswari, Elocution Veeramamunivar I B.Sc I District contest Speakers‘ Forum Mathematics G. Vaijayanthi, Arignar Anna College, I B.Sc Essay - District Aralvoimoli Mathematics 2012-2013 R. Mageswari, Youth Red Cross II B.Sc Elocution II District Society Mathematics R. Mageswari, II B.Sc Elocution Vallalar Forum I District Mathematics B. Joe Rayon, III B.Sc Zoology Elocution Vallalar Forum II District
S. Rahini, NSS, Pioneer Tamil Verse II B.Sc Physics Kumaraswamy I College Writing College, Nagercoil A.Jesila, NSS, Pioneer Tamil Essay II B.Sc Physics Kumaraswamy II College Writing College, Nagercoil R. Mageswari, NSS, Pioneer Tamil II B.Sc Kumaraswamy II College Elocation Mathematics College, Nagercoil B. Joe Rayon, NSS, Pioneer Tamil II B.Sc Zoology Kumaraswamy I College Elocation College, Nagercoil R. Mageswari, Veeramamuniver II B.Sc Elocation I District Speaker‘s Forum Mathematics S. Rahini, Essay Arignar Anna College, - District II B.Sc Physics Writing Aralvoimoli R. Mageswari, Essay World Tirukural - State II B.Sc Writing Forum, Kundrakkudi
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Mathematics G. Vaijeyanthi, Essay World Tirukural Consolati II B.Sc State Writing Forum, Kundrakkudi on Mathematics V. R. Vaishnavi, Sun College of III B.Sc Paper Engineering and I State Computer Presentation Technology, Science Erachakulam 2013-2014 R. Mageswari, Poem Kanyakumari District III B.Sc - District Recitation DMK literary Forum Mathematics M. I. Nithiya Dhasrsini, II Elocution Vallalar Forum III District B. Sc Chemistry B. Joyrayan, Elocution Vallalar Forum I District III B. Sc Zoology S. Rahini, III Essay Vallalar Forum III District B. Sc Physics Contest R. Mageswari, Veeramamunivar III B. Sc Elocution Speakers‘ Forum, III District Mathematics Ngercoil A. Vaigunda Essay Arignar Anna College, Rajan, II Distict Contest Aralvaimozhli I B. A English A. Vaigunda Rajan, Rotary Club, Scott Inter I B. A English Quiz Christian College, III Collegia M. Srijith, Nagercoil te III B. Sc Mathematics M. Noor Jameela, Annai Hajira Women‘s Essay Consolati II B. Com College, Melapalayam, State Contest on Tirunelveli 2014-2015 G. Mani Mehalai, St. Alphonsha Inter III B.A English Elocution Academy, - District Nagercoil D. Gethin, Youth Red Cross, Elocution I District I B. Sc Chemistry Nagercoil Subitharani, Vidiyal Arts Cultural Verse II B.A English Academy, - State Writing (SF) Kanyakumari
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A. Jebi Ansala, Vidiyal Arts Cultural I B.Sc Computer Hand writing Academy, - State Science Kanyakumari B. Jenu, Vidiyal Arts Cultural I B.Sc Computer Hand writing Academy, - State Science Kanyakumari A. Vaikunda Vidiyal Arts Cultural Rajan, Hand writing Academy, - State II B.A English Kanyakumari J. Sheeba, Vidiyal Arts Cultural I B.Sc Computer Hand writing Academy, - State Science Kanyakumari M.I.Nithya Vidiyal Arts Cultural Essay Dharshini, III Academy, - State Contest B.Sc Chemistry Kanyakumari A. Vaikunda Vidiyal Arts Cultural Essay Rajan, II B.A Academy, - State Contest English Kanyakumari Jeniba, Vidiyal Arts Cultural III B.Sc Hand writing Academy, - State Mathematics Kanyakumari M.I.Nithya Vidiyal Arts Cultural Dharshini, Verse Academy, - State III B.Sc Writing Kanyakumari Chemistry J. Jenisha, Vidiyal Arts Cultural III B.Sc Hand writing Academy, - State Mathematics Kanyakumari R. Kumutha, Vidiyal Arts Cultural III B.Sc Hand writing Academy, - State Mathematics Kanyakumari J. Sony, Vidiyal Arts Cultural III B.Sc Hand writing Academy, - State Mathematics Kanyakumari A. Vaikunda Essay Narayanaguru Seva Rajan, II B.A I District Contest Centre, Nagercoil English M. I. Nithya Vallalar Forum, Dharsini, III B.Sc Elocution III District Kanyakumari Chemistry K. Kavitha, Sree Narayanaguru III B.Sc Essay 160 Birthday, Consolati District Chemistry Contest Celebration on Committee Kottar
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R.M. Shini Sree Narayanaguru III B.Sc Essay 160 Birthday, Consolati District Chemistry Contest Celebration on Committee Kottar J. Jenisha, Sree Narayanaguru II B.Sc Essay 160 Birthday Consolai District Mathematics Contest Celebration on Committee Kottar M. I. Nithya Sree Narayanaguru Dharsini, 160 Birthday, Elocution II District III B. Sc Celebration Chemistry Committee Kottar A. Vaikunda MUTA Rajan, Essay Manonmaniyam I District II B.A English Contest Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli J. Jenisha, MUTA II B. Sc Essay Manonmaniyam II District Mathematics Contest Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli J. Jenisha, Essay Vallalar Forum, II B. Sc I District Contest Kanyakumari Mathematics A. Vaikunda Essay Vallalar Forum, Rajan, II District Contest Kanyakumari II B.A English K. Kavitha, Vallalar Forum, III B. Sc Elocution I District Chemistry Kanyakumari A. Siva Sankari, Essay Vallalar Forum, III District B. Sc Physics Contest Kanyakumari D. Gethin, Sree Ayyappa College, Elocution II District I B.Sc Chemistry Chunkankadai S. Marylin Linsha, Vivekananda College, Elocution I District I B.Sc Computer Agastheeswaram Science A. Abisha, Essay Bureau of Indian Consolati District I. B.A Tamil Contest Standards, Nagercoil on Prize E. Jansi Rani, Essay Bureau of Indian I District II B.A Tamil Contest Standards, Nagercoil
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M. Rajeswari, I B.Com Poetry Anuragam, Chennai - State S. Subitha Rani, Participat III B.A English Poetry Anuragam, Chennai State ion (SF) A.S. Jothika, Participat I B.Sc Poetry Anuragam, Chennai State ion Mathematics R. Bajithra, Consolati Verse writing Anuragam, Chennai State I B.A Tamil on Prize S. R. Aravind, Indian Engineering III B.ScComputer Connection College, II National Science Vadakankulam S. Manikandan, Indian Engineering III B.Sc Connection College, II National Computer Vadakankulam Science M. Sindhuja, Indian Engineering II B.Sc Computer Connection College, II National Science Vadakankulam
K. A. Padma Indian Engineering Shanthi, Connection College, II National II B.Sc Computer Vadakankulam Science 2015-2016 G. Saraniya Devi, The Prophet I B.A English Educational Essay III State (SF) Development Society, Madurai P.M. Bhagavathy, St. John‘s College of III B. Sc Web Arts and Science, II State Computer Designing Ammandivilai Science M. Sindhuja, III St. John‘s College of B. Sc Computer Adzap Arts and Science, II State Science Ammandivilai B.Subhashini, III Rajas Engineering Adzap B. Sc Computer College, II State Science Vadakankulam M. Sakthi St. John‘s College of Kumari, III B.Sc Web Arts and Science, II State Computer Designing Ammandivilai Science
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S. Danie David St. John‘s College of Bruce, III B. Sc Adzap Arts and Science, II State Computer Ammandivilai Science S. Anish Jebastin St. John‘s College of Babu, III B. Sc Adzap Arts and Science, II State Computer Ammandivilai Science A. Antlin Literary St. John‘s College of Benisha, drama Arts and Science, III District III B.A English Ammandivilai K. Thangamalar, Literary St. John‘s College of District I BA English drama Arts and Science, III Ammandivilai J.M. Kowsalya, Literary St. John‘s College of District I B.A English drama Arts and Science, III Ammandivilai B. Asha, Literary St. John‘s College of District III B.A English drama Arts and Science, III Ammandivilai G.D. Josephin Literary St. John‘s College of District Daniya, III B.A drama Arts and Science, III English Ammandivilai G. Anna Rashin, Literary St. John‘s College of District III B.A English drama Arts and Science, III Ammandivilai M. Sindhuja, III Rajas Engineering Adzap B. Sc Computer College, II State Science Vadakankulam K.A. Padma Rajas Engineering Shanthi, III B. Sc Adzap College, II State Computer Vadakankulam Science B.Subhashini, III Rajas Engineering Adzap B. Sc Computer College, II State Science Vadakankulam S. Danie David Rajas Engineering Bruce, III B. Sc Adzap College, II State Computer Vadakankulam Science S. Anish Jebastin Rajas Engineering Babu, III B. Sc Adzap College, II State Computer Vadakankulam Science
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M. Sindhuja, III Paper Scott Christian B. Sc Computer III National Presentation College, Nagercoil Science B.Subhashini, III Paper Scott Christian B. Sc Computer III National Presentation College, Nagercoil Science
b) Student achievement in Extra Curricular activities Name of Prize Name and class Conducted by Level the events won 2011-2012 S. Aneesh, Drawing Department of III B.A, English competition Tourism, University Government III level of Tamilnadu, Nagercoil A. Ajithkumar, Blood Sivanthi Best District III B. Com donation Blood Bank, Donor Administration Nagercoil Award S. Aneesh, Drawing Dakshin III B.A. English Competition South pole I District 2011, Nagercoil 2012-2013 M. T. Manju, Drawing Tamil Nadu B.Sc Mathematics AIDS Society, I District Nagercoil 2014-2015 A.Vaikunda Rajan, II Drawing Vidiyal Arts B.A. English and Cultural - State Academy
c) Student achievement in Cultural Activities. Name of the Prize Name and class Conducted by Level events won 2011-2012 S. Sanjana, Music Rotary Club, III District III B. Sc Physics Nagercoil 2012-2013 J. Sanjana, III B. Sc Light Music Rotary Club Inter Physics & S. Steffi, Nagercoil II Collegiate II B. Sc, Physics S. Steffi Silvia Rani, Light Music District I District II Physics Collectorate 2013-2014
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Kevin Frank, Turn Coat Rani Anna I B. A English College, II University Tirunelveli D. Broson, Group Rani Anna C. Jaya Chandran, Dance College, II University K. Vignesh, Tirunelveli J. Suresh, English J. Sanjana, Light Music Rotary Club, Inter II III B. Sc Physics Nagercoil Collegiate M. Jenifer, Poster Women‘s R. Kamatchi, II B.Sc Designing Christian College, I University Physics Nagercoil M. Sabareesh, Poster Women‘s Y. Clinton , II B. Sc Designing Christian College, III University Physics Nagercoil
5.3.3 How does the college seek and use data and feedback from its graduates and employers, to improve the performance and quality of the institutional provisions? Feedback Mechanism helps to modify and improve the existing mode of functioning Feedback on Campus Experience is collected from the outgoing students and alumni During parent-teacher meet, opinions are collected from the parents Students‘ performance appraisal is collected from the employers during or after the recruitment drive and trainings. Reasons for the average performance of the students are analysed by interacting with the students and the employers It helps to improve our performances.
5.3.4 How does the college involve and encourage students to publish materials like catalogues, wall magazines, college magazine, and other material? List the publications/ materials brought out by the students during the previous four academic sessions. The college involves and encourages the students to prepare the following Handbooks on Subject Terminology In-house Magazines Objective Type Questions Bank Albums on exclusive topics by using news clippings Model layout of the News Paper
5.3.5 Does the college have a Student Council or any similar body? Give details on its selection, constitution, activities and funding. Yes. Students‘ role in governance is in practice. Students‘ Council is headed by the Chairman. Other members are, the Secretary, Student Co-ordinators of
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various Clubs and Associations. The Chairman and the Secretary are elected by the students.
With the support of the staff co-ordinators of the Clubs and Associations, these office-bearers organise the activities. And thus, they earn skills in organising programmes, coordinating different elements and get leadership quality. They serve as a bridge between the students and the principal and the staff.
All the above activities are funded by the College Management.
5.3.6 Give details of various academic and administrative bodies that have student representatives on them. To provide fair representation and to get the contribution of the students, they are accommodated in the committees, like. Internal Quality Assurance Cell Library Advisory Committee Anti - Ragging Committee Magazine Committee Staff Council gives priority to the suggestions/demands of the students in the academic matters, like o Conducting internal tests, Model examination o Compensating the lack of working days o Arranging Cultural Meets, educational tours o Arranging Special Celebration of Department fests
5.3.7 How does the institution network and collaborate with the Alumni and former faculty of the Institution? Being the prime stakeholders, the alumni serve as our ambassadors, mobilise the public support and propagate the noble objectives of the institution. It is the main factor that attracts the students from many places.
The President, the Secretary and the Principal participate in the meetings convened by the Alumni Association. Generally Alumni Meeting is held on the premises of the college. Seven of our staff members are the alumni of the Institution and their loyalty and accountability to the Institution are unflinching.
The institution solicits the guidance of the former faculty of the institution while introducing new academic programmes. Department members seek their help when the subject is revamped. Former faculty members are honoured as the Resource Persons, special invitees for exclusive programmes. And thus, their knowledge, experience and guidance are utilised by the College.
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CRITERION VI: GOVERNANCE, LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
6.1 Institutional Vision and Leadership
6.1.1 State the vision and mission of the Institution and enumerate on how the mission statement defines the institution‘s distinctive characteristics in terms of addressing the needs of the society, the students it seeks to serve, institution‘s traditions and value orientations, vision for the future, etc.?
Vision : Educate Empower Enhance and Ensure with Values
Mission : Educating the ground reality and empowering to emerge as an ideal citizen with sustained skills and values through quality education. Our motto, ―ciog;;Ng caHT‖ - ―Work is Worship‖ explicitly expresses the distinctive characteristics of the Institution.
This sublime statement is embedded in our College Crest and our motto is the quintessence of the exemplary life of the late Thiru. Pioneer S. Kumaraswamy in whose sacred memory this college has been established.
Distinctive characteristics of the Institution are widely depicted in the college emblem. Goddess Saraswathi is symbolically shown as the Light of Wisdom The Lighted Lamp with steady flames reveals the perception of Knowledge with controlled application of senses The Arrow in the bow indicates the concerted efforts in acquiring knowledge The Temple Tower, as a symbol of heritage aims at reaching the heights of human dignity The Swan symbolises the repose of the infinite as distinguished from the restlessness of the individuals.
And thus, our goal ―Knowledge enhancement through sustained efforts carves an individual as an Ideal Citizen with values and converts him / her as a contributor‖ lies in the fulfillment of the distinctive characteristics of the Institution.
Our Vision and Mission define our approaches towards the upliftment of the marginalised sections of the society and the youth from these sections.
Our campus enrichment activities demonstrate our rich academic tradition and thus define the Institution‘s culture.
6.1.2 What is the role of top management, Principal and Faculty in design and implementation of its quality policy and plans?
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The enlightened College Management has provided participatory administration and ensures designing and effective enforcement of quality policy.
Our Founder President Dr. K. Padmanabhan, propelled by his strong desire to empower the under-privileged in and around Nagercoil, conceived the idea of establishing this college in Nagercoil. By offering educational services to all without discrimination, Dr. K. Padmanabhan helped hundreds of poor families to earn a dignified livelihood in the region.
Er. P. Kumaraswamy, the illustrious son of Dr. K. Padmanabhan who has stepped into his shoes is keen on turning out employable and socially conscious graduates from the institution.
The faculty members of the College with the guidance of the Principal design quality programmes which are intellectually stimulating. Quality is not compromised in teaching and research. Extension activities are oriented towards community service. And thus, quality at every level is insisted and thereby provided to the courses taught.
The hallmark of the institution is the collective functioning of the Management, the Principal, the faculty, the administrative staff and students.
6.1.3 What is the involvement of the leadership in ensuring : the policy statements and action plans for fulfillment of the stated mission formulation of action plans for all operations and incorporation of the same into the institutional strategic plan Interaction with stakeholders Proper support for policy and planning through need analysis, research inputs and consultations with the stakeholders Reinforcing the culture of excellence Champion organizational change The involvement of the Management ensures fulfillment of the mission statement and the stated vision. Being a non-profitable institution, the College seeks to achieve academic excellence by improving the physical and virtual facilities on the campus. Decentralisation of administrative authority is the striking feature of the institutional strategy.
Interaction with students, alumni, parents and external academic experts is insisted.
The College Management conducts periodic reviews of performance for improvement and provides seed money for conducting students‘ need based activities.
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Code of conduct, dress code, indigenous practices are strictly followed. The involvement of the college committee members ensures that the tradition of the institution is maintained.
The President of the College Committee, the Secretary and the Principal set themselves as the role models while championing organisational changes.
6.1.4 What are the procedures adopted by the institution to monitor and evaluate policies and plans of the institution for effective implementation and improvement from time to time? The IQAC helps the Principal for effective internal co-ordination and monitoring. Submission of reports by various associations, forums, and feedback of the students help to monitor and evaluate the effective implementation of the programmes planned.
Staff meeting, meeting with Heads of the Departments are conducted periodically to moniter the performance. Submission of Self-Study Reports by the Departments help to review the activities of the Departments and suggestions are given for improvement by the Management and the Principal.
6.1.5 Give details of the academic leadership provided to the faculty by the top management? Academic leadership is vested with the Principal. He is assisted by the College Council, IQAC and the Heads of the Departments. The faculty members execute their academic responsibility such as, teaching methods, commencement of internal tests, model examination, academic mentoring, evaluation pattern, parents‘ meet to convey the academic progress of their wards and class room learning techniques that are closely monitored by the top Management.
6.1.6 How does the college groom leadership at various levels? Activities of the Institution are streamlined with the help of the Committee System. Clear identification of the area of interest helps to allocate various duties to the teachers. They are nominated as conveners or members of Forums or Clubs. Heads of the Departments assign duties to one of its members, as teacher-in-charge of the Department Association to conduct student-oriented activities. Thus, as the conveners or members of Forums, they plan the activities for the year and execute them successfully. Students‘ Secretaries are also nominated. This efficient internal Committee System helps to groom leadership at various levels. The faculty and the students gain organising skills also.
6.1.7 How does the college delegate authority and provide operational autonomy to the departments / units of the institution and work towards decentralized governance system?
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Decentralised governance is envisaged by defining the responsibility of everybody and communicating it to each one of the institution for effective execution.
Responsibility for conducting programmes of the Departments is delegated to the Heads of the Departments with the implicit support of the colleagues. Library, Associations and Clubs are provided operational autonomy to work effectively. The Principal guides the faculty members to comply with the objectives of the quality policy formulated. This networking system leads to decentralised governance with operational autonomy to the Departments.
6.1.8 Does the college promote a culture of participative management? If ‗yes‘, indicate the levels of participative management. Participation of employees in decision making has been improved: The College Council, with Heads of the Departments as its members, resolves and takes decisions in all academic matters. Forming purchase committees to utilise the UGC grants Monitoring the implementation of UGC funded schemes Conducting model examinations Declaring holiday, if necessity arises Finalising working days to compensate the loss, if any Deciding students‘ activities.
Internal Quality Assurance Cell IQAC devises the Action plan and instructs all the associations and clubs to organise their activities in line with the objectives of the institution Constant monitoring and reviewing are freely undertaken by the IQAC IQAC collects opinion and feedback from the students to ascertain the needs of the students.
Library Advisory Committee Organising Book Fair in collaboration with publishers, purchasing new books, subscription/ renewal of journals are decided by the Library Advisory Committee Providing support services to cater to the needs of the users regarding library resources.
Research Forum
Submission of project proposals to the funding agencies, execution of the funded projects are independently administered by the principal investigator Publication of books and research articles in reputed journals.
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College Committee
The Principal, two senior faculty members are the members of the College Committee. They attend the meetings and take part in decision making.
Admission Committee
Admission Committee is authorised to admit students according to government reservation rules. The Committees‘ opinion regarding the demand ratio in some disciplines has helped to get additional seats from the Affiliating University.
Students‘ Council Students‘ Council decides its activities with the consent of the representatives of all classes. They decide their department fests, cultural events, and educational tour. Their request to change the working hours of the College has been implemented by the Institution. Disciplinary Committee
Disciplinary Committee‘s decision on misconduct and undesirable behaviour of the mischievous students is final.
Besides, departments and associations can finalise their schedule of activities on their own accord. Date of commencement, visits of external academic experts and dignitaries are decided by the Convener of the respective association Administrative staff can decide on their work schedule and allotment of additional works during the time of admission and University Examinations. Senior Assistant is a member of the College Council and so he can voice the opinion of the administrative staff.
And thus, participative management is promoted at all levels. It lessens the administrative burden of the Management and quickens the process of execution. This decentralised governance system promotes leadership quality also.
6.2 Strategy Development and Deployment
6.2.1 Does the Institution have a formally stated quality policy? How is it developed, driven, deployed and reviewed? Quality Policy evolved by the College Committee based on a Perspective Plan is reviewed annually and changes with the needs of the time.
Graduate Attributes and Perspective Development of the institution define the characteristics of the institution.
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The quality policy of the Institution is ―Continuous Improvement of Quality‖. Policy making is evolved by the College Committee Evaluation is done through discussion with the faculty, students, alumni, parents and well wishers of the institution Need assessment through feedback mechanism and initiatives to respond to the changing educational, social and material demands of the students facilitate continuous improvement of the quality The Principal, Heads of the Departments, the teaching and non- teaching staff and students collectively evolve the quality policy, keeping the interests of the students in mind The Management follows various methods to review the implementation of the quality policy. Besides, IQAC also collects opinion from the stakeholders and helps to strengthen the system in place. 6.2.2 Does the Institute have a perspective plan for development? If so, give the aspects considered for inclusion in the plan. Perspective plan helps for the long term growth of the institution. Requirement of the students, parents and employers are taken into consideration. Components considered for inclusion in the future plan are:
Introduction of new academic programmes Campus enrichment activities Development of students‘ proficiency in all spheres Innovative support services to the students Enhancing the experiences of the students so as to cope up with the needs of the prospective employers Producing law abiding and socially responsible graduates.
6.2.3 Describe the internal organizational structure and decision making processes. Being a non-profitable educational institution, the Management prefers to be participatory and flexible. Internal decision making bodies help to achieve organisational harmony. So, the College is blessed with democratic governance.
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Organisational Structure
Pioneer Kumaraswamy Educational Agency
College Committee
President
Secretary
Principal
IQAC Staff Council
Departments
Heads and members
Co-curricular Support Services Extra Curricular Activities Activities 1.Women‘s 1.Fine Arts 1. Research Forum Forum
2.Library Advisory 2.Career 2. Sports Guidance Cell 2.NSS Committee 3.Placement Cell 3.Youth Red Cross 3.Quiz Club 4.Youth Welfare Club b 4.Science Forum 4.News Letter 5.Red Ribbon Club 5.Circle for 5.College 6.Rotaract Club Magazine Knowledge Drive 7.Consumer Club 6.Associations 6. Students‘ 8.Anti-Ragging Committee Council 9.Anti-Eve Teasing Committee
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Administrative Structure President
Secretary
Principal
Superintendent
Assistant Junior Assistant
Typist Store Keeper
Laboratory Assistant Training Instructor
Museum Keeper Record Clerk
Library Assistant Office Assistant
Gardener Sweeper
Marker Watchman
6.2.4 Give a broad description of the quality improvement strategies of the institution for each of the following • Teaching & Learning • Research & Development • Community engagement • Human resource management • Industry interaction The Institution follows the following quality improvement strategies.
Teaching and learning A conducive environment for effective transaction of curriculum is emphasised by providing library resources, e-resources and internet facility. Innovative teaching-learning methods with the usage of ICT are provided.
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Academic mentoring is arranged for different groups of students. Teachers are encouraged to update their subject knowledge by attending orientation programmes, refresher courses, seminars, conferences and workshops. The profile of the teachers are widely publicised through our website and Newsletter.
Research and Development Organising interaction with reputed academicians encourages the teachers to undertake projects from funding agencies. This creates an atmosphere for pursuing research on the campus.
Community engagement Community oriented activities strengthen the bond with the neighbourhood areas and society. It gives practical knowledge too.
Human Resource Management The Principal with wholehearted support of the management plays the role of a mentor and facilitator for the availability of human and financial resources. This ensures multiple academic activities on the campus.
Industry interaction The institution is vigilant in knowing the latest requirements of the industry and the students are taken to industries/factories to gauge their man power.
6.2.5 How does the Head of the institution ensure that adequate information (from feedback and personal contacts etc.) is available for the top management and the stakeholders, to review the activities of the institution? Being an ex-officio member of the Board of Management, the Principal keeps the College Committee informed of the day to day development on the campus.
He collects information from the Heads of the Departments, the faculty, the administrative staff and the students. Meetings with various stakeholders help him to update and review the needs on the campus. Through personal contacts also, the President and the Secretary collect information and review the activities of the College.
6.2.6 How does the management encourage and support involvement of the staff in improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the institutional processes? Activities of the Institution are streamlined with the help of the Committee System. The Management encourages the involvement of the staff to improve the efficiency of the institutional processes. College Committee, College Council, Staff Association and IQAC encourage the involvement of the staff in the governance of the College
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Admission Committee, Students Activity Committee and Committee for Students Discipline and various committees encourage the involvement of staff in all aspects of campus life Members of the non-teaching staff are encouraged to improve their academic qualification and soft skills. For example, Mr.V.Thanu Pillai, Senior Assistant has updated and obtained M. A., M. Phil., CLIS degrees Absorbing management appointees into regular staff is an incentive scheme for their involvement and dedication.
And thus motivation, involvement in decision making bodies, creation of conducive environment are the main measures adopted by the Management to involve the staff in improving efficiency of the institutional processes.
6.2.7 Enumerate the resolutions made by the Management Council in the last year and the status of implementation of such resolutions. Management Council‘s resolutions and their status.
Resolutions made Action taken/Status Approved posts of Assistant All posts are filled up a Professor in departments are to be filled up Administrative duties of the New Secretary sworn in power b President are to be shared with with the approval of the the Secretary Government of Tamil Nadu New PG programmes are to be M. Sc in Mathematics and M. A c started in English Literature are started Accreditation process is to be Process is undertaken effectively d fastened and completed successfully
6.2.8 Does the affiliating university make a provision for according the status of autonomy to an affiliated institution? If ‗yes‘, what are the efforts made by the institution in obtaining autonomy? Yes. But the institution gives priority to get the accreditation first.
6.2.9 How does the Institution ensure that grievances / complaints are promptly attended to and resolved effectively? Is there a mechanism to analyze the nature of grievances for promoting better stakeholder relationship? The Management, the Principal and the Departments keep a cordial relationship with our staff and students. Students‘ Union, Anti-Ragging Committee, Anti-Eve teasing Committee, Women‘s Forum and Student Discipline Committee look into the grievances of the students and redress
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them. Staff can represent their grievances either to the Principal or to the Secretary and solicit their intervention for a solution. An enviable stakeholder relationship and decentralised organisational structure give cohesiveness to the Institution and ensure its stability.
6.2.10 During the last four years, had there been any instances of court cases filed by and against the institute ? Provide details on the issues and decisions of the courts on these? No
6.2.11 Does the Institution have a mechanism for analyzing student feedback on institutional performance? If ‗yes‘, what was the outcome and response of the institution to such an effort? The Principal, the Heads of the Departments, IQAC and conveners of various clubs collect students‘ feedback, formally and informally. As a follow up, teaching methodology, curriculum enrichment activities, career guidance programmes, orientation to prepare for competitive examinations have received a new fillip. Library Advisory Committee and IQAC arrange need based activities. Recently, Circle for Knowledge Drive has been introduced to promote the spirit of inquiry among the students.
And thus, feedback and opinion collected from the students have helped the institution to be progressive.
6.3 Faculty Empowerment Strategies
6.3.1 What are the efforts made by the institution to enhance the professional development of its teaching and non teaching staff? By deputing the teaching staff to attend seminars and refresher courses to enrich the subject knowledge By arranging interactions with the eminent academicians on the campus By conducting orientation programme for the teaching and non- teaching staff on the recent developments in higher education institutions, research projects and teaching methods Encouraging the faculty to avail the Faculty Development Programme to get their doctoral degrees Encouraging the non-teaching staff to enhance their technical skills in administration and automation of office work.
6.3.2 What are the strategies adopted by the institution for faculty empowerment through training, retraining and motivating the employees for the roles and responsibility they perform? Strategies for faculty empowerment Assigning responsibility to the convenors of the clubs and entrusting the entire responsibility to them for the successful conduct of various activities
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Senior faculty members lead the team and train juniors Retired teachers are invited to interact and motivate the juniors to adopt innovative teaching methodology Visits of dignitaries and academicians throw open new avenues in their disciplines Publicising the achievements of the faculty is a strategy to encourage the staff members.
6.3.3 Provide details on the performance appraisal system of the staff to evaluate and ensure that information on multiple activities is appropriately captured and considered for better appraisal. Self-appraisal method is followed. The Joint Directorate of Collegiate Education requires the teachers to submit the self-appraisal report for a teacher‘s promotion to the next cadre. The institution collects it every year and evaluate the performance of the teacher with the help of the Head of the Department. The self- appraisal form includes Contribution to Curriculum enrichment Teaching Methodology Research Activities Contribution to enrichment of campus life Contribution to community services Enhancement of skills such as updating subject knowledge, organising academic activities and publishing of research findings.
This comprehensive self-appraisal helps both the institution and the individual teacher to analyse their strengths and weaknesses and the opportunities they have for further development.
6.3.4 What is the outcome of the review of the performance appraisal reports by the management and the major decisions taken? How are they communicated to the appropriate stakeholders? Performance appraisal reports help the Management to realise the real contribution of the staff towards the institutional growth. The review is not used to victimise the teacher but to advise him/her to improve the performance. Appreciation of the service rendered by the teacher encourages others to emulate.
6.3.5 What are the welfare schemes available for teaching and non teaching staff? What percentage of staff have availed the benefit of such schemes in the last four years? Welfare schemes As directed by the Government of Tamil Nadu, New Health Insurance scheme is providing for both teaching and non-teaching staff
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Extending guarantee to those who apply for housing loan and the personal loan and process is being simplified Priority at the time of admission for their wards to the institutions (School and College) run by The Pioneer Educational Agency Appointment of eligible wards on compassionate grounds Enabling to get festival advance on time.
6.3.6 What are the measures taken by the Institution for attracting and retaining eminent faculty? An enlightened and Supportive Management attracts faculty. Congenial campus environment, motivation through development strategies and empowering faculty are the remarkable features that help to retain the eminent faculty. Extension period, during the academic year, for retiring teachers is granted.
Management staff, faculty under self-financed stream are enhanced with Compensation packages Contribution to EPF and ESI Incentive to complete Ph. D Sanction of casual leave, medical leave and maternity leave Special incentive for achieving good results Additional remuneration for conducting certificate courses and computer literacy classes.
6.4 Financial Management and Resource Mobilization
6.4.1 What is the institutional mechanism to monitor effective and efficient use of available financial resources? The UGC grants for the plan periods are availed promptly by sending the utilisation certificate in time. The Management strictly monitors the utilisation of the budgeted money and payment of fees on time. The offices, both regular and self-financed monitor the fee collection and make sure that there is a minimum due. Due dates are informed to the students well in advance. The available financial resources are well allocated in such a way that the institution makes payments without giving any scope for complaints. This approach helps for prompt distribution of salary to the teaching and non- teaching staff (Management and self-financed stream) and for the building and maintenance of the infrastructural facilities.
6.4.2 What are the institutional mechanisms for internal and external audit? When was the last audit done and what are the major audit objections? Provide the details on compliance. The institutional accounts are subjected to both internal and external audits. The internal audit is undertaken by the senior staff under the direct supervision of the Secretary. A professional chartered accountant is assigned with the task of auditing. Suggestions given by the auditor are taken care of.
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6.4.3 What are the major sources of institutional receipts/funding and how is the deficit managed? Provide audited income and expenditure statement of academic and administrative activities of the previous four years and the reserve fund/corpus available with Institutions, if any. The major sources of receipts/funding of the college: The component of staff salary is fully disbursed by the state government Financial receipt on library books/journals is received from the UGC fund Student scholarships are received from various schemes under state and central governments Different grants for updating/purchasing equipment/ teaching aids/ infrastructure for co-curricular development are received from the UGC Grants for executing projects Grants for executing Career Oriented Programmes Grant for executing Coaching for entry into Services There has been no major deficit in the College funds so far. Audited Income Statement 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015 Particulars Rs Rs Rs Rs Salary 40394803.26 38706515.26 38906953.26 42691701.26 Non-salary 203490.72 196269.92 261619.92 250493.42 UGC grant 3990042 6937401 2860348 3943916
Audited Expenditure Statement 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015 Particulars Rs Rs Rs Rs Salary 40394803.26 38706515.26 38906953.26 42691701.26 Non-salary 203490.72 196269.92 261619.92 250493.42 UGC grant 3990042 6937401 2860348 3943916
6.4.4 Give details on the efforts made by the institution in securing additional funding and the utilization of the same (if any). Nil
6.5 Internal Quality Assurance System (IQAS)
6.5.1 Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) a. Has the institution established an Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)? If ‗yes‘, what is the institutional policy with regard to quality assurance and how has it contributed in institutionalizing the quality assurance processes? b. How many decisions of the IQAC have been approved by the
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management / authorities for implementation and how many of them were actually implemented? c. Does the IQAC have external members on its committee? If so, mention any significant contribution made by them. d. How do students and alumni contribute to the effective functioning of the IQAC? e. How does the IQAC communicate and engage staff from different constituents of the institution? a) Role of IQAC in institutionalizing the Quality Policy: Yes. Internal Quality Assurance Cell has been established and has always been the nucleus of the various components of the institution. It is proactive and is a live wire of the institution. ―Quality Academic Culture‖ is the institution‘s Watch Word.
The IQAC identifies the best practices in various arenas and advocates for internalising them. Reviews and success stories facilitate the institutionalisation of the quality assurance processes.
b) Decisions of the IQAC approved and implemented: Formation of Library Advisory Committee Orientation programmes and workshops for faculty and students on Quality Enhancement A Newsletter to publicise the activities of the Institution Institutional website information to be updated Availability of e-resources An exclusive circle for aspirant students to promote research aptitude All our efforts to accomplish the process of getting Accreditation from NAAC. c) Contributions of the external members: Yes. Dr. K. A. Manikumar, former Registrar (i/c), Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli and Dr. T. S. Rajeswari, Head (Rtd) Department of History, A. P. C Mahalaxmi College, Thuthukudi are the external academicians in our IQAC. They have recommended for enriching the Library resources with new books, journals and becoming a member in INFLIBNET, consortium. They have served as the resource persons in orientation classes for the teaching and non-teaching staff.
d) Contribution of the students and alumni: Students actively participate in the workshops, group discussions and orientations organised by the IQAC. Their views, experiences and feedback shared during those sessions have helped IQAC to devise the need based activities for the students. Alumni also share their campus experiences and suggestions for redesigning the activities of the institution.
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e) Role of different constituents: Heads of the Departments in the College Council decide on academic matters with feedback from the teaching and non-teaching staff, IQAC remarks on the proposals of the College Council and recommendations made therein are presented to the College Management Committee which positively decides on the recommendations of the IQAC.
6.5.2 Does the institution have an integrated framework for Quality assurance of the academic and administrative activities? If ‗yes‘, give details on its operationalisation. Yes. An integrated framework helps for Quality assurance in the academic and administrative activities. Its operationalisation includes,
Showing utmost priority to changing educational, social and material demands of the students Need assessment through feedback mechanism for redesigning the activities Providing value addition and course enrichment programmes Committed to promote an ambience for achieving academic excellence Engaging both teaching and non-teaching staff in the day-to- day administration of the institution brings an integration. The Principal and the IQAC are instrumental in accomplishing these activities.
6.5.3 Does the institution provides training to its staff for effective implementation of the Quality assurance procedures? If ‗yes‘, give details enumerating its impact. The College provides training to its staff, both teaching and non-teaching for effective implementation of the Quality assurance procedures. They attend the trainings organised by other institutions also.
The Management and the IQAC have organised special lectures on quality enhancement. Principals of various colleges, dignitaries from the University and other eminent academicians had addressed our staff. These sessions have made the staff to gain knowledge in various aspects, such as
Recent trends in Higher Educational Institutions Documenting process Stimulating research ambience Tamil specialization code for Information Technology Stress management Preparation of the self-study report of the institution.
6.5.4 Does the institution undertake Academic Audit or other external review of the academic provisions? If ‗yes‘, how are the
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outcomes used to improve the institutional activities? Submission of self-study report by the departments, self-appraisal by the faculty and the reports of various clubs and forums on the campus help to analyse our achievements and shortcomings. This outcome is used to improve the institution‘s over all performance. The Principal and the IQAC analyse these reports which in turn be reviewed by the Management.
6.5.5 How are the internal quality assurance mechanisms aligned with the requirements of the relevant external quality assurance agencies/regulatory authorities? The Institution strictly adheres to the rules and regulations of the UGC, Government of Tamil Nadu, the Directorate of Collegiate Education and the affiliating University. Whenever it is required, the Institution submits its reports with statistical data to the University, the Directorate of Collegiate Education and the Regional Joint Directorate of Collegiate Education.
6.5.6 What institutional mechanisms are in place to continuously review the teaching learning process? Give details of its structure, methodologies of operations and outcome? Institutional mechanisms to review the teaching-learning process are
Collecting students‘ feedback Conducting workshops on the themes, ‗Our class room experiences‘, ‗Our learning experiences‘, ‗Our needs and aspirations‘ Teachers‘ feedback during trainings organised by IQAC Opinion expressed by the Heads of the Departments in IQAC meetings Opinion of the alumni during their visits to the campus on various occasions Views of the Placement Officer during campus recruitment programmes.
Introduction of new academic programmes, both at UG and PG level, implementation of career orientation programmes and short term certificate courses, computer literacy programme for non-computer students are some of the outcomes.
6.5.7 How does the institution communicate its quality assurance policies, mechanisms and outcomes to the various internal and external stakeholders? Involvement of all the stakeholders is an integral part of our system. New policies, its mode of implementation and expected outcomes are promptly communicated to the various internal and external stakeholders.
Stake holders Mechanisms for communicating quality initiatives Management College committee meetings reported by the Principal, Senior Faculty members and a senior non-teaching staff
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Faculty College Council meetings, Staff Association meetings, Staff meetings, various committee meetings and Department meetings Learners Students‘ council, Class representatives meetings, general announcements and circulars Parents Interaction during parent-teacher meets, Website and News Letter Alumni Alumni meeting and Website Community Through interaction during special meetings, Press and and employers website
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CRITERIA VII: INNOVATIONS AND BEST PRACTICES
7.1 Environment Consciousness
7.1.1 Does the Institute conduct a Green Audit of its campus and facilities? Nil
7.1.2 What are the initiatives taken by the college to make the campus eco- friendly? Energy conservation Use of renewable energy Water harvesting Check dam construction Efforts for Carbon neutrality Plantation Hazardous waste management e-waste management Eco-friendly campus To make the campus green, the institution takes the following initiatives. The institution is very particular in making the campus green. Planting and protecting the trees helps in neutralising the carbon content in the atmosphere The NSS Units strive for greening the campus Solar energy panels are yet to be installed Conservasion of rain water helps in preserving the ground water e-waste management is yet to be initiated as the quantum of disposables is minimum
7.2 Innovations
7.2.1 Give details of innovations introduced during the last four years which have created a positive impact on the functioning of the college. Innovations introduced A Senior Management Team has been initiating steps for quality enhancement and enrichment of the campus and this team has emerged as the Internal Quality Assurance Cell Academic monitoring and mentoring method to accelerate the coaching system. Academic scanning of each student by the class-in-charge teacher is followed. Individual care by the teacher helps for academic progress An exclusive forum, Vellikkalam (A Forum that meets every Friday) to identify, nourish and expose the inherent talents of the students Activities of the Associations and clubs to foster various skills of the students
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Theme oriented activities that reflect goals and objectivies of the institution Preparation of the handbooks on subject terminology by students to meet the inadequacy of the first year UG students Talent scanning process to nourish the innate talents of the students and honour the Best Outgoing Student Certificate courses and short term trainings to enhance home based and soil related employability.
7.3 Best Practices
7.3.1 Elaborate on any two best practices in the given format which have contributed to the achievement of the Institutional Objectives and/or contributed to the Quality improvement of the core activities of the college. Best Practice : 1
1. Title of the Practice ACADEMIC SCANNING AND ACADEMIC MENTORING
2. Goal To assess, identify and cater to the academic needs of the diverse groups.
3. The context The process of identifying and responding to the special needs of students of various degrees of intelligents ensures the transformation of the students.
The students of various degrees of intellgents - creamy, average and slow learners - are being enriched Making the creamy and average students to put in their full potentiality Making the slow learners to improve their academic skills to cope up with demands of the course of study Equalising the proficiency and extending appropriate support to attain academic excellence Enabling the students from the organizeded groups to cope up with the programme of their choice and complete it successfully Extending special support to students who are at risk of failing and guide them to complete their studies without hurdles.
4. The Practice Departments assess the academic proficiency of the students since their entry into the institution. Their scores in the Higher Secondary Education examinations are noted as the first step in the scanning process. Their socio- economic profile is also analysed.
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Class tests and first internal tests are taken into consideration and on that basis, students are grouped. This scanning process helps to apply different mentoring services. It differs from group to group and teacher to teacher. Constant monitoring by recording the progress with necessary follow up measures help to achieve the set objective.
5. Evidence of Success Students from marginalised groups with little competency is a challenge to the institution. But, this challenge has been successfully addressed Incremental academic growth of students from deprived classes and rural areas has been achieved Dropout rate in the past years has been minimal Consistent progress in academic performance is evidenced in students passing out with Distinctions and First Class Students derive motivation to pursue higher education for better prospects in life. Parents feel happy and thank the teachers for having made transformation in their wards‘ attitudes in exuding self- confidence and their conduct The Institution has succeeded in ensuring success in achieving educational accomplishment for all disadvantaged groups. Accommodating and promoting students of backward communities indicate the College‘s fulfillment of its commitment towards equity and social justice.
6. Resources Visits of the eminent personalities to motivate the students Simplified learning materials Handbooks on subject terminology Dedicated team of teachers Handouts prepared by the students.
7. Contact Address Name of the Principal : Mr. T. Dhanuskodia Pillai Name of the Institution : Pioneer Kumaraswamy College City : Nagercoil Pin code : 629003 Work Phone : 04652- 232448 E-Mail : [email protected] Website :www.pioneerkumaraswamycollege.com
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Best Practice: 2
1. Title of the Practice THEMATIC ACTIVITIES ENSURING HOLISTIC DEVELOPMENT OF THE STUDENTS
2. Goals To ensure a comprehensive and holistic development of the students To enhance Life skills, Soft skills and Career skills To impart human values and promote civic responsibilities.
3. Context with which the thematic activities are arranged: Utilising the institutional resources, optimally Developing competency in the present day competitive world Implementing course enrichment activities for effective transaction of curriculum Honing the innate talents of the students Engaging the students in productive endeavours, during their spare time Ensuring a harmonious life without any discrimination Conserving indigenous practices and traditional values Developing empathetic approach towards all living beings and nature.
4. The Practice Students‘ feedback on Campus Experience is collected formally and informally and their requirements in the sphere of Campus Enrichment are fulfilled.
IQAC evolves the steps to be taken upon their requirements of the College. As the nodal unit of the institution, IQAC urges that the activities of all the associations, forums and clubs should reflect the theme of the year, determined by IQAC.
―Challenge and Response‖, ―Stress Management‖, ―How to excel in Life‖, ―Polish your Personality‖, ―Avenues in Post Graduation‖, ―Indian Budget, 2014‖, ―Business Communication‖, ―Career Opportunities‖, ―How to enter into Services‖, ― Self Employment Schemes‖, ―Health and Hygiene‖, ―Civic Responsibility‖, ―Human Rights‖, and ―Soil Oriented Values‖ are some of the skill oriented subjects taken up for discussion in the recent past.
Activities include guest lectures, orientation programmes, workshops, trainings, seminars, group discussions and several competitions. Students are encouraged to participate in such activities organised by other institutions. The institution, the department and the individual teacher honour the outstanding students with awards. The best performer is identified and conferred with the title, ―THE BEST OUTGOING STUDENT‖ of the batch.
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5. Evidence of Success Remarks by the alumni and parents regarding skill enhancement of students in various aspects make them more confident and assertive Participation of the students in curricular, co-curricular and extracurricular activities organized by other institutions Participation and its outcome in competitions at various level are remarkable Programmes enhancing the soft skills like personality development, computing and communication facilitates their employability Enrichment in curriculum transaction helps the students to acquire comprehensive knowledge in the core subjects Need based activities help the students to attain a maximum level of perfection Thematic activities, which are comprehensive in nature, promote and refine the personality of the students. Students emerge as Ideal Citizen with awareness of their social responsibilities.
6. Resources Exchange of subject expertise among the departments Special invitees and dignitaries visiting the campus to interact with students Financial assistance and infrastructural facilities extended by the Management The students themselves procure required accessories in the Earn While Learn programmes and trainings.
7. Contact details Name of the Principal : Mr. T. Dhanuskodia Pillai Name of the Institution : Pioneer Kumaraswamy College City : Nagercoil Pin code : 629003 Work Phone : 04652- 232448 E-Mail : [email protected] Website : www.pioneerkumaraswamycollege.com
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EVALUATIVE REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENTS DEPARTMENT OF TAMIL
1. Name of the department : Tamil
2. Year of Establishment : 1979
3. Name of the Programme offered : B. A Tamil Literature
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: a) Course Department Involved English English Non-Major Elective Zoology
b) Non-Major Electives opted by our students: Title of the Department Sl.No Semester Beneficiaries Paper Involved 1 Beekeeping III II degree students Zoology Public Health 2 IV II degree students Zoology and Hygiene
5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise): Semester Under Choice Based Credit System
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: Sl Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries No II degree students of other 1 Tourism III departments II degree students of other 2 Human Rights IV departments
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: Nil
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts: Designation Sanctioned Filled Associate Professor 2 2 Assistant Professor 5 4
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10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. Etc.,): No. of Ph.D. No. of Students Name Qualification Designation Specialization Years of guiding for Experience the last 4 years M. A., M. Phil, Associate Grammar and Dr. B. Suseela 19 - B. Ed., Ph. D Professor Literature Dr. M. M. A., M. Phil, Associate Grammar and 14 - Karthikeyan B. Ed., Ph. D Professor Literature
Dr. A. Anto M. A., M. Phil, Assistant Grammar 8 - Peeter B. Ed., Ph. D Professor M. A., M. Phil, Assistant Dr. A. Telma Modern Literature 8 - B. Ed., Ph. D Professor Dr. K.S. M. A., M. Phil, Assistant Modern Literature 8 3 on going Kolappadhas M. Ed., Ph. D Professor Dr. V. Sasi M. A., M. Phil, Assistant Sangam 5 - Rekha B. Ed., Ph. D Professor Literature
11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil
13. Student –Teacher Ratio (programme wise): Number of Number of Programme Year Ratio Students Teachers B.A (Tamil) 2015 -2016 97 6 16:1 Part I (Tamil) 2015 -2016 445 6 74:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Nil
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ Mphil/PG:
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Name Qualification Dr. B. Suseela M. A., M. Phil., B. Ed., Ph. D Dr. M. Karthikeyan M. A., M. Phil., B. Ed., Ph. D Dr. A. Anto Peeter M. A., M. Phil., B. Ed., Ph. D Dr. A. Telma M. A., M. Phil., B. Ed., Ph. D Dr. S. Kolappadhas M. A., M. Phil., M. Ed., Ph. D Dr. V. Sasi Rekha M. A., M. Phil., B. Ed., Ph. D
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil
17. Departmental projects funded by DST – FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil
18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: Nil
19. Publications: Publication per faculty 8.83 Number of papers published in Peer Reviewed Journals (National / Nil International) by Faculty and students Number of publications listed in International database Nil Monographs Nil Chapter in Books 53 Books Edited Nil Books with ISBN / ISSN numbers with details of publishers 3 Citation Index Nil SNIP, SJR Nil Impact Factor Nil h- index Nil
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil
21. Faculty as members in a) National committees : Nil b) International Committees : Nil c) Editorial Boards : Nil
22. Student projects: a)Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme As a part of curriculum Third degree students had undertaken subject projects.
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Number of Number of Batch Percentage Students Projects 2008 -2011 22 6 100% 2009 -2012 20 4 100% 2010 -2013 23 5 100% 2011 -2014 27 6 100%
b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies: Nil 23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students: Publication of research articles is recognized by the renowned Literary Forum Tamil Iyya Kalvi Kazhagam, Thiruvaiyaru. This forum confers Name of the faculty Title conferred Year of honouring Chentamizh Thilagam 2011 Dr. B. Suseela Kavi Aaivu Sudar 2014 Chenthamizh Thilagam 2012 Dr. M. Karthikeyan Kadhai Aaivu Sudar 2015 Dr. A. Anto Peeter Kadhai Aaivu Sudar 2015 Chenthamil Thilagam 2011 Dr. K. S. Kolappadhas Elakkiya Sudar 2012 Kadhai Aaivu Sudar 2015 Chenthamizh Thilagam 2011 Deiva Thamizh Sudar 2013 Dr. V. Sasi Rekha Kavi Aaivu Sudar 2014 Kadhai Aaivu Sudar 2015
Students a) University Ranks Acadamic year Programme Rank secured 2012-2013 Major XIV 2013-2014 Part I VI 2014-2015 Major VIII, XIX, XX
b) Proficiency List of Students (Merit Certificate and Prize): Year Number of Students 2011 -2012 - 2012 -2013 1 2013 -2014 1 2014 -2015 3 2015 -2016 -
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c) Verse writing (State level) : 1 Essay writing (District level) : 3
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department: Sl. Name and Designation Date No D. Manjula, Associate Professor of Tamil, 1 2-4-2014 Rani Annna College, Tirunelveli. Dr. N. Rama Chandran, Associate Professor of Tamil, 2 1-8-2014 St. Xavier‘s College, Palayamkottai. Dr. T. Neelakandapillai, Associate Professor of Tamil, 3 11-9-2014 S. T. Hindu College, Nagercoil. Prof. T. S. M. O. Hasan, Sadahak Abdhulla College, 4 8-10-2014 Tirunelveli. Dr. S. Kumaresan, Principal, 5 9-1-2015 N.M.S Kamaraj College, Pazhavillai 6 5-2-2015 Mrs. C. Geetha Jeevagan, Advocate, Nagercoil. Dr. K. Chithambara Nadarajan, 7 4-8-2015 District Organiser, Kavithai Uravu, Nagercoil. Dr. K. Suyambu Lingam, Founder and president, 8 8-9-2015 Tamil Nala Mandram, Nagercoil. Kumari Aathavan,, PG Teacher, 9 30-9-15 Mariya Koraisty Hr.Sec School, Manalikarai.
25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: a) National : Nil b) International : Nil
26. Student profile programme/course wise: Academic Applications Enrolled Pass Programme Year received Selected *M *F percentage 2011 -2012 45 24 2 20 75% 2012 -2013 35 25 7 16 56% B. A (Tamil) 2013 -2014 43 42 2 36 63 2014 -2015 53 46 5 40 73.5% 2015- 2016 58 36 4 32 - *M = Male *F = Female
27. Diversity of Students:
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% of % of students Name of the Academic students % of students from the same Course Year from other from abroad state states 2011 -2012 100 Nil Nil 2012 -2013 100 Nil Nil B. A (Tamil) 2013 -2014 100 Nil Nil 2014 -2015 100 Nil Nil 2015- 2016 100 Nil Nil
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : Nil
29. Student progression: Against % enrolled Student progression 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015 UG to PG - 8 11 8 UG to B. Ed - 21 25 23 PG to M.Phil. - - - - PG to Ph.D. - - - - Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral - - - - Employed • Campus selection • Other than campus - - - - recruitment Entrepreneurship/Self- employment - - - -
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities : a) Library Central Library and Department Library b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Available at Central Library and ICT Lab, free of cost c) Class rooms with ICT facility Lecture Hall - 1 d) Laboratories Nil
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from C ollege, University, Government or other agencies:
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Year/ Kind Year/ Scholarship of Scheduled Scholarship Caste for Postmatric Scheduled Scholarship Tribes for Postmatric Scheduled Scholarship Caste for Postmatric Christian Converted Classes Backward Scholarship for Postmatric Free Class Backward Scholarship level for Degree / Class Backward Denotified Most Communities C Scholarshipthe for Labourers Agriculture Tamil of Nadu Government ScholarshipChildren for Merit ManonmaniamSundaranar Scholarship Minority from ScholarshipStudents for Communities Total 2011- 5 1 1 - 50 2 - - - - 59 2012
2012- 5 1 3 - 60 3 - - - - 72 2013
2013- 13 1 3 - 61 2 - - - 1 81 2014
2014- 8 - 2 - 64 - - - - - 74 2015
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / Seminar) with external experts: Name of the expert with Sl. No Date Topic designation 1 11-9-2014 Dr. T. Neelakanda Pillai, Associate professor and Head, Ethical values as shown Department of Tamil, by Sangam Literature S.T. Hindu College, Nagercoil. 2 8-10-2014 Prof. T. S. M. O. Hasan, Friendship as ditched in Sadahak Abdhulla College, Literature Tirunelveli. 3 9-1-2015 Dr. S. Kumaresan, Principal, N.M.S Kamaraj College, Siddha Medicine Pazhavillai
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4 5-2-2015 Mrs. C. Geetha Jeevagan, Human Rights Advocate, Nagercoil.
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Lecture Method Class Seminar Class Quiz Assignment Group Discussion
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Contribution of the Faculty in Campus Enrichment Activities: Sl Name Activities Role No 1 Dr. M. Karthikeyan Red Ribbon Club Programme Officer 2 Dr. A. Anto Peeter Youth Red Cross Programme Officer 3 Dr. K.S. Kolappadhas Vellikkalam Co-ordinator 4 Dr. A. Telma Liberated Wings Co-ordinator
Students have actively participated in various extension activities.
35. SWOC analysis of the department: Strength Academic Performance of the students. Updating subject knowledge by the faculty. Weakness Unable to provide facilities to the students to carry out research. Opportunity Students can be enabled to do their best in the competitive examinations. Challenges Economically backward students with poor subject knowledge.
Future plans of the Department: Improving performance in academics and producing more Rank holders Conducting National Seminars Undertaking Projects with financial assistance.
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DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH
1. Name of the department : English
2. Year of Establishment : 1967
3. Name of Programme offered : B.A English Literature
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Course Department Involved Tamil Tamil Non-Major Electives Tamil, Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, Commerce
Non-Major Elective opted by our Students Sl. Title of The Department Semester Beneficiaries No Paper Involved 1 Tourism III II B. A English Tamil 2 Energy Physics III II B. A English Physics 3 Food III II B. A English Chemistry Chemistry 4 Salesmanship III II B. A English Commerce
5 Beekeeping IV II B. A English Zoology
6 Human Rights IV II B. A English Tamil
7 Health & IV II B. A English Zoology Hygiene 8 Introduction to IV II B. A English Commerce Accountancy
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) Semester Under Choice Based Credit System
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments:
Non-Major Elective offered by the Department for other Students S.No. Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries English for II degree Mathematics, Physics, 1. Competitive III Chemistry and Commerce Examinations II degree Mathematics, Physics, 2. Business English IV Chemistry and Commerce
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries,
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foreign institutions, etc.: UGC funded Career Oriented Programme was implemented by the Department Year of Certificate Execution Course Funding Beneficiaries Status and Offered in Agency duration COP 2009 -2010 Communicative All UGC, to Completed English disciplines New Delhi 2012-2013
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil
9. Number of Teaching posts : Designation Sanctioned Filled Associate Professor 2 2 Assistant Professor 5 4 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) No. of Ph.D. Students No. of years of Name Qualification Designation Specialization guided for Experience the last 4 years Dr. E. Panneer M. A., Associate Comparative - 19 Selvam M. Phil.,Ph.D Professor Literature Dr. S. Nagammal M. A., Associate American Awarded – 1 19 M. Phil.,Ph.D Professor Literature Ongoing – 8 Tmt. C. Selvi M. A., Assistant Drama - 8 (undergoing FDP) M. Phil Professor Dr. Susan G. M. A., Assistant Cultural 8 - Varghese B. Ed.,Ph.D Professor Studies Tmt. N.A. Prabha M. A., Assistant Women‘s - 8 Pitchai M. Phil Professor Studies
(undergoing FDP) Dr. R. Devi M. A., Assistant Common - Magdalin M. Ed., Professor Wealth 1 M. Phil.,Ph.D Literature Thiru. G.R. M. A., Assistant Australian - Gnana Raja M. Phil Professor Literature - (FDP - Post) Tmt. C.K. Cyjithy M. A., Assistant American - Wiselin M. Phil Professor Literature - (FDP - Post)
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11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil
13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise): Number of Number of Programme Year Ratio Students Teachers B. A (English) 2015 -2016 130 6 22:1 Part II (English) 2015 -2016 445 6 74:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Nil
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/D.Litt/Ph.D/MPhil/PG. Name of the Teaching Faculty Qualification Dr. E. Panneer Selvam M. A., M. Phil., Ph. D Dr. S. Nagammal M. A., M. Phil., B. Ed., Ph. D Tmt. C. Selvi (undergoing FDP) M. A., M. Phil. Dr. Susan G. Varghese M. A., B. Ed., Ph. D Tmt. N. A. Prabha Pitchai (undergoing FDP) M. A., M. Phil Dr. R. Devi Magdalin M. A., M. Ed., M. Phil., Ph. D Thiru. G. R. Gnana Raja (FDP) M. A., M. Phil Tmt. C. K. Cyjithy Wiselin (FDP) M. A., M. Phil
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil
17. Departmental projects funded by DST - FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil
18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: Nil
19. Publications: Publication per faculty 1.25 Number of papers published in Peer Reviewed Journals 8 (National / International) by Faculty and students Number of publications listed in International database Nil Monographs Nil Chapter in Books 15
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Books Edited Nil Books with ISBN / ISSN numbers with details of publishers Nil Citation Index Nil SNIP, SJR Nil Impact Factor Nil h- index Nil
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil
21. Faculty as members in a) National committees : Nil b) International Committees : Nil c) Editorial Boards….. : Nil
22. Student projects
a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: Year In house projects % of Students 2011-12 100% 2012-13 Academic development 100% 2013-14 100%
b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies Nil
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students Name of the Faculty Award Year State Award for the Best 2000 Employee National Award for Dr. S. Suresh Kumar Outstanding (1974-2009) Performance as the 2005 Most Efficient Disabled Employee
Students : Proficiency List (Merit Certificate and Prize) Year Number of Students 2011 -2012 1 2012 -2013 7 2013 -2014 16 2014 -2015 8 2015 -2016 -
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University Ranks Acadamic year Programme Rank secured 2013-2014 Part II III 2014-2015 Part II XVII
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department S. Date Name and Designation No. Dr. James R. Daniel, Former Principal, 1. 28.9.12 Scott Christian College, Nagercoil. Dr. Jeyanthshree Balakrishnan, Associate Professor, 2. 24.1.13 PSG College of Arts & Science, Coimbatore. 3. 24.1.13 Dr. T. Marx, Associate Professor, Pondicherry University Prof. R. Shirley Fernandes, Assistant Professor, 4. 18.3.14 Department of English, Lekshmipuram College of Arts & Science, Neyyoor. Dr. A. Xavier Chandra Bose, Head, Department of English, 5. 21.3.14 Lekshmipuram College of Arts & Science, Neyyoor. Prof. P. Renju, Assistant Professor, Department of English, 6. 26.3.14 Udaya College of Arts & Science, Vellamodi Dr. Mary Joshila, Associate Professor of English, 7. 23.3.15 Holy Cross College, Nagercoil. Dr. Rexlin Jose, Assistant Professor of Education, 8 23.6.15 Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli Dr. M. Leema Rose, Former Professor of English, 9 24.6.15 Holy Cross College, Nagercoil 10 25.9.15 Mr. Roderic William Kyle Scot, Teacher, Scotland. 11 28.10.15 Adv. M. Alex Martin, English language expert, Marthandam.
25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National : Nil b) International : Nil c) State : 1 Seminar on ―Timeless Philosophies of Thirukkural‖(23-03-2015).
26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Enrolled Applications Course Year * * Pass received Selected M F percentage 2011-12 164 59 7 52 77 B. A(English) 2012-13 209 58 9 49 80.7
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2013-14 230 44 8 36 79
2014-15 209 41 1 40 86.2
2015-16 226 44 6 36 - *M = Male *F = Female
27. Diversity of Students
% of % of students % of Name of the Year students from other students Course from the States from same state abroad 2011-12 100 % ------2012-13 100 % ------B.A (English) 2013-14 100 % ------2014-15 100 % ------2015-16 100 % ------
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? Nil
29. Student progression Against % enrolled
Student progression 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015 UG to PG 6 8.4 12.5 4 UG to B. Ed 18.5 32.7 19.6 15.7 PG to M. Phil - - - - PG to Ph. D - - - - Ph. D. to Post-Doctoral - - - - Employed • Campus selection 7.4 5.4 7.1 19.6
• Other than campus recruitment - 1.8 - - Entrepreneurship/ Self-employment - - - -
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30. Details of Infrastructural facilities
a) Library Central Library and Department library b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Available at central library and ICT Lab, free of cost c) Class rooms with ICT facility Lecture Hall - 1 d) Laboratories Nil
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college,
University, Government or other agencies
Merit Merit
university university
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ship for the Children of Children shipthe for
Year/ Kind Year/ Scholarship of Scheduled Scholarship Caste for Postmatric Scheduled Scholarship Tribes for Postmatric Scheduled Scholarship Caste for Postmatric Christian Converted Classes Backward Scholarship for Postmatric Scholarship Education level Degree for Free Class Backward Scholarship level for Degree / Class Backward Denotified Most Communities Scholar Labourer Agriculture Tamil of Nadu Government workers Beedi of ScholarshipChildren for ManonmaniamSundaranar Scholarship Minority from ScholarshipStudents for Communities Total
2011- 21 2 4 - 62 11 - 1 - - 101 2012 2012- 18 3 1 - 76 6 - - 1 - 105 2013 2013- 17 1 - - 85 10 - - - 5 118 2014 2014- 14 1 - - 70 4 - - - - 89 2015
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops/seminar) with external experts
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S. Name of the Expert with Date Topic No. designation 1. 19-7-2010 Prof. M. Sebastin Four Skills in English Language 2. 11-2-2011 Dr. James R. Daniel, Former Gandhian Principal, Scott Christian College, Philosophy Nagercoil. 3. 24-1-2013 Dr. JeyanthiShree Balakrishnan Soft Skills: Associate Professor, Emerging PSG College of Arts & Science, Paradigms Coimbatore. Dr. Marx, Associate Professor, Pondicherry University 4. 21-3-2014 Dr. A. Xavier Chandra Bose, William Department of English, Wordsworth, The Lekshmipuram College of Arts & Nature Poet Science, Neyyoor. 5. 26-3-2014 Prof. P. Renju, Assistant Professor, Commonwealth Department of English, Literature Udaya College of Arts & Science, Vellamodi 6. 23-6-2015 Dr. Rexlin Jose, , Assistant Professor Phonetics of Education, Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli 7. 24-6-2015 Dr. M. Leema Rose, Former Motivation Professor of English, Holy Cross College, Nagercoil 8. 25-9-2015 Mr. Roderic William Kyle Scot, English for Foreign Teacher, Scotland. Learners (Interactive Session) 9 28-10-2015 Adv. M. Alex Martin, English Workshop on language expert, Marthandam. ―Perfect your Pronunciation‖
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Group Discussion Quiz Programme e-Programming Student Teaching Students Method (Peer Group) Academic Mentoring System.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities Students have participated in extension activities, organised by NSS, Youth Red Cross and Red Ribbon Club. The faculty organise various
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extension activities. Being the co-ordinator or member of the forums, they have participated in extension activities.
Awareness campaign and orientation programmes are organised to infuse the spirit of social responsibility. Year NSS Rotaract YRC RRC 2011-2012 70 68 8 2 2012-2013 61 121 16 - 2013-2014 63 105 11 - 2014-2015 55 63 - - 2015-2016 44 52 9 -
35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans
Strengths: Training of students with employable skills and strength of character A team of well qualified, responsible and duty conscious faculty members Members with comprehensive computer knowledge Members are the co-ordinators of various forums and thus help for campus enrichment.
Weakness: Research ambience need a thrust Non-English speaking environment.
Opportunities: Students can do better in competitive examinations Scope to offer more value added courses.
Challenges: Use of regional language to fulfill all the needs of students A misperception among students that English language learning is memory based and not skill based.
Future Plans: Determine to produce top-ranking students To give substantive contribution to teaching and research and to bring world-class institution.
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DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS
1. Name of the Department : MATHEMATICS
2. Year of Establishment : 1969
3. Name of the Programmes offered: B. Sc Mathematics : 1969 M. Sc Mathematics (SF) : 2015
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: a) Course Department involved Tamil Tamil English English Allied-Physics Physics Non-Major Electives Commerce, English
b) Allied papers opted by our students: Sl. Department Title of the Paper Semester No Beneficiaries involved 1 Allied - Physics I I I B. Sc Mathematics I B. Sc 2 Allied - Physics II II Mathematics Physics I B. Sc Physics practical II 3 Mathematics
c) Non-Major Electives opted by our students: Sl. Department Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries No involved Introduction to III II B. Sc Mathematics Commerce 1 Accountancy English for
Competitive III II B. Sc Mathematics English 2 Examinations 3 Business English IV II B. Sc Mathematics English Financial IV II B. Sc Mathematics Commerce 4 Accounting
5. Annual / semester / choice based credit system (programme wise): B. Sc Mathematics Semester under Choice based Credit System M. Sc Mathematics (SF) Semester under Choice based Credit System
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6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: Allied papers offered by the Department: S. Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries No. Algebra and I I B. Sc Physics and Chemistry 1 Differential Equations 2 Vector Calculus II I B. Sc Physics and Chemistry
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc: Nil
8. Details of courses/ programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil
9. Number of Teaching posts: Designation Sanctioned Filled Associate Professor 2 2 Assistant Professor 3 2 FDP 2 2
Self-Financed: Designation Sanctioned Filled Assistant Professor 2 2
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization,(D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D./M.Phil.etc.,):
No. of Ph.D. No. of Students Years of 4 Guided for Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experience the last 4 years
Principal in Thiru. charge, T. Dhanuskodia M. Sc., B. Ed Head, - 32 - - Pillai Associate Professor M. Sc., Dr. C. M. Phil., Associate 20 4 Completed Graph Theory - Jayasekaran B. Ed., Professor 8 Ongoing Ph.D
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Ms. J. Christabel M. Sc., Assistant Sudha M. Phil., Graph Theory 8 - Professor (undergoing FDP) PGDCA Ms. P. Kamal M. Sc., Assistant 7 Devi Graph Theory - M. Phil Professor (undergoing FDP)
Dr. S. Aruna M. Sc., Assistant Fluid 4 - (FDP-Post) M. Phil., Ph. D Professor Mechanics Ms. C. Divya M. Sc., Assistant - 1 - (FDP-Post) M. Phil Professor Ms. V. Mara M. Sc.,B. Ed., Assistant - - - Narghese (SF) M. Phil Professor Ms. N. Kalai Assistant M.Sc., M. Phil - - - Vani (SF) Professor
11. List of senior visiting faculty : Nil
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programmewise) by temporary faculty: Nil
13. Student-Teacher Ratio (programme wise): Number Student – Number of Programme Year of Teacher Staff Students Ratio B.Sc (Mathematics) 2015-2016 113 4 28:1 M. Sc (Mathematics) 2015-2016 20 2 10:1 (SF)
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Nil
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt /Ph.D /MPhil /PG: Name Qualification Thiru. T. Dhanuskodia Pillai M. Sc., B. Ed Dr. C. Jayasekaran M. Sc., M. Phil., B. Ed., Ph. D Ms. J. Christabel Sudha (undergoing FDP) M. Sc., M. Phil., PGDCA Ms. P. Kamal Devi (undergoing FDP) M. Sc., M. Phil Dr. S. Aruna (FDP-Post) M. Sc., M. Phil., Ph. D Ms. C. Divya (FDP-Post) M. Sc., M. Phil
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Ms. V. Mara Narghese (SF) M. Sc., B. Ed., M. Phil Ms. N. Kalai Vani (SF) M. Sc., M. Phil
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST;UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil
18. Research Centre/facility recognized by the University: Nil
19. Publications: Publication per faculty 5.5 Number of papers published in Peer Reviewed Journals (National / 22 International) by Faculty and students Number of publications listed in International database 23 Monographs Nil Chapter in Books 6 Books Edited Nil Books with ISBN / ISSN numbers with details of publishers Nil Citation Index 40 SNIP, SJR Nil Impact Factor - h- index 4
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil
21. Faculty as members in:
a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards….:
Dr. C. Jayasekaran
a) Membership in International Bodies: Research Gate, USA b) Number of papers Reviewed – 2 c) Reviewer in Open journal of Discrete Mathematics
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22. Student projects:
a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including interdepartmental/ programme: As a part of curriculum, final year under graduate students had undertaken subject projects as an optional paper. But, to infuse research spirit, our department motivated the students to undertake the project work.
b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies. Nil
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students: Our institution encourages prospective students by conferring with titles, ―Best Outgoing Student‖ Students with academic excellence and remarkable achievements in co- curricular and extracurricular are honoured. This award has been secured by our department consecutively, two years. R. Maheswari (2013-2014) M. Ashwin Shijo (2014-2015)
Proficiency List of Students (Merit Certificate and Prize): Year Number of Students 2011 -2012 3 2012 -2013 7 2013 -2014 4 2014 -2015 6 2015-2016 - University Ranks Acadamic year Programme Rank secured 2014-2015 Major V
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department: 2011 -2012 S. No Date Name and Designation Prof. S. Sesu Rethinam, Former Head, 1 10-08-2011 Dept. of Mathematics, Pioneer Kumaraswamy College, Nagercoil. Dr. M. Subramaniam, Assistant Professor, 2 21-09-2011 Dept. of Mathematics, Anna University, Tirunelveli Prof. J. Mohan Kumar, Associate Professor, 3 19-04-2012 Dept. of Mathematics, St. Jude‘s College, Thoothur.
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2012-2013 Prof. M. Regees, Associate Professor, 4 07-08-2012 Dept. of Mathematics, Malankara Catholic College. Prof. G. Sumathy, Assistant Professor, 5 08-03-2013 Dept. of Mathematics, Sree Ayyappa College for Women, Chunkankadai. Dr. S. Robinson Chelladurai, Associate Professor, 6 06-05-2013 Dept. of Mathematics, Scott Christian College (Autonomous), Nagercoil. 2013-2014 Prof. C. David Raj, Assistant Professor, 7 03-10-2013 Dept. of Mathematics, Malankara Catholic college, Mariagiri, Kaliakavilai. Dr. S. Robinson Chelladurai, Associate Professor, 8 02-04-2014 Dept. of Mathematics, Scott Christian College(Autonomous), Nagercoil. Dr. M. Subramaniam, Head , Dept. of Mathematics, 9 08-04-2014 Anna University, Tirunelveli Region. Prof. R.S. Sheebe, Assistant Professor, 10 16-04-2014 Dept. of Mathematics, St. John‘s College of Arts and Science, Ammandivillai. 2014-2015 Dr. J. R.V. Edward, Associate Professor, 11 27-08-2014 Dept. of Mathematics, Scott Christian College(Autonomous), Nagercoil. Dr. B. Kasthoori, Head, Dept. of Mathematics(Rtd), 12 05-01-2015 Holy Cross College(Autonomous), Nagercoil. Dr. R. Parvathy, Retired Professor, 13 31-03-2015 Dept. of Mathematics, Holy Cross College (Autonomous), Nagercoil. Dr. J. Siva Sakthivel, Associate Professor, 14 17-04-2015 Dept. of Mathematics, Vivekananda College, Agasteeswaram. 2015-2016 Dr. M. Subramaniam, Head of the Dept. of 15 06-08-2015 Mathematics, Anna University, Tirunelveli region. Dr. J. R.V. Edward, Associate Professor, 16 06-10-2015 Dept. of Mathematics, Scott Christian College(Autonomous), Nagercoil.
25. Seminars/ Conferences/ Workshops organized & the source of funding : a) National : Nil b) International : Nil
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26. Student profile programme/ coursewise: Enrolled Name of the Academic Applications Pass *M * programme Year received Selected percentage F 2011-2012 64 39 1 38 80.56 2012-2013 79 38 1 37 82.93 B. Sc 2013-2014 128 40 2 38 76.32 (Mathematics) 2014-2015 172 40 1 39 100 2015-2016 235 39 4 35 - M. Sc 2015-2016 49 20 1 19 - (Mathematics) *M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of Students: % of % of % of Name of the students students students Year Course from the from from abroad same state other 2011-12 100 % States------2012-13 100 % ------B. Sc (Mathematics) 2013-14 100 % ------2014-15 100 % ------2015-16 100 % ------M. Sc (Mathematics) 2015-16 100 % ------
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? Training/Exams No of students passed passed by our students 2009-12 2010-13 2011-14 2012-15 TNPSC (GP-IV) 1 - - - BSRB - - - - TCS 2 1 2 3 WIPRO 2 - - - TOTAL 5 1 2 3
29. Student progression: Against % enrolled Student progression 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015
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UG to PG 38.1 13.6 23.7 13.1 UG to B. Ed 33.3 34 18.4 13.1 UG to CA - 2.3 - 2.6 PG to M.Phil. 4.7 - - - PG to M. Ed 2.3 - - - PG to Ph.D. - - - - Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral - - - - Employed • Campus selection 2.4 2.3 5.3 5.3 • Other than campus recruitment 7.1 - - - Entrepreneurship/Self- - employment - - -
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities: a) Library Central library b) Internet facilities for Staff& Students Available at central library and ICT lab, free of cost c) Class rooms with ICT facility Lecture Hall - 1 d) Laboratories Physics laboratory for Allied subject and Computer laboratory for Elective paper
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college,
university, Government or other agencies:
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and Formers andFormers
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unities
Year/ Kind Scholarship of Year/
Scheduled Scholarship for Postmatric Caste Scholarship Postmatric Tribes Scheduled Scholarship for Postmatric Christian Converted Caste Backward Scholarship for Postmatric Classes Education level Degree Free Class ScholarshipBackward for Scholarship level for Degree / Class Backward Denotified Most Comm of Children Scholarshipthe for Labourer Agriculture Tamil of byNadu Government Beedi of ScholarshipChildren for workers Merit ManonmaniamSundaranar Scholarship from ScholarshipStudents for Communities Minority Total 2011- 8 - - - 84 1 - 3 - - 96 2012
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2012- 6 - - - 90 3 - - - - 99 2013 2013- 2 - 1 - 92 2 - - - - 97 2014 2014- 5 - - - 88 1 - - - - 94 2015
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / Seminar) with external experts: Guest Lectures: Academic Name of the expert with Date Topic year designation Dr. M. Subramaniam, Colouring in 2011-2012 21/09/2011 Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Graphs Anna University, Tirunelveli. Ms. G. Sumathy, Self vertex Assistant Professor of Mathematics, 2012-2013 08/03/2013 switching of Sree Ayyappa College for Women, graphs. Chunkankadai. Dr. S. Robinson Chellathurai, Associate Professor of Mathematics, Domination 2013-2014 02/04/2014 Scott Christian College in Graphs. (Autonomous), Nagercoil. Dr. B. Kasthoori, Head of the Department of Mathematics(Rtd) Continued 2014-2015 05/01/2015 Holy Cross College(Autonomous), Fractions Nagercoil Dr. R. Parvathy, Retired Professor, Department of Mathematics, Counting 2014-2015 31/03/2015 Holy Cross College(Autonomous), Techniques Nagercoil. Dr. M. Subramaniam, Basic 2015-2016 06/08/2015 Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Anna University, Tirunelveli. Mathematics Dr. J. R.V. Edward Associate Professor, Department of How to study 2015-2016 06/10/2015 Mathematics, Scott Christian mathematics College (Autonomous), Nagercoil. in PG
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Lecture method Class Seminar Group Discussions
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Preparing Handbooks Assignments
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: The faculty serve as the co-ordinator/member of various forums and organize extension activities. Dr. C. Jayasekaran -NSS Unit 89 Ms. P. Kamal Devi -NSS Unit 88 Students have participated in extension activities and community services organized by NSS,YRC, Rotaract Club and Red Ribbon Club No. of Students participated in the extension activities Academic organised by Year NSS YRC Rotaract Club Red Ribbon Club 2011-2012 52 10 33 3 2012-2013 44 21 - 12 2013-2014 49 22 30 - 2014-2015 54 15 30 - 2015-2016 54 - 13 -
35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans: Strength: Remarkable academic accomplishment A team of well qualified and dedicated faculty members Faculty members, being co-ordinators of different co-curricular activities, find ample space in grooming their wards Faculty members with comprehensive computer knowledge The inter-departmental relationship maintained by the department is mutually beneficial
Weakness : Research fields need to be activated
Opportunities : Students‘ performance in competitive examinations can be improved Scope to offer value added courses
Challenges : Students from marginalized sections with little competency
Future Plans : To conduct National seminar To produce University ranks To undertake funded projects To enhance soft skills of student
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DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS
1. Name of the department : PHYSICS
2. Year of Establishment : 1972
3. Name of the Course offered : B. Sc Physics
4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: a) Course Department Involved Tamil Tamil English English Allied-Mathematics Mathematics Allied-Chemistry Chemistry Non-Major Electives Tamil , Zoology, Commerce
b) Allied papers opted by our students: SI Department Title of the paper Semester Beneficiaries No involved Algebra & 1 I I B. Sc Physics Mathematics Differential Equation 2 Vector Calculus II I B. Sc Physics Mathematics 3 Allied Chemistry-I III II B. Sc Physics Chemistry 4 Allied Chemistry-II IV II B. Sc Physics Chemistry c) Non-Major Electives opted by our Students : SI Department Title of the paper Semester Beneficiaries No involved 1 Tourism III II B. Sc Physics Tamil 2 Bee Keeping III II B. Sc Physics Zoology Introduction to 3 III II B. Sc Physics Commerce Accountancy I 4 Human Rights IV II B. Sc Physics Tamil 5 Health & Hygiene IV II B. Sc Physics Zoology Introduction to 6 IV II B. Sc Physics Commerce Accountancy II
5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) : Semester Under Choice Based Credit System
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : a) Allied papers offered by our department:
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Sl. No Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries
1 Allied Physics I I I B. Sc Mathematics students 2 Allied Physics II II I B. Sc Mathematics students 3 Allied Physics I III II B. Sc Chemistry students 4 Allied Physics II IV II B. Sc Chemistry students
b) Non-Major Elective papers offered by the Department :
Sl No Title of The Paper Semester Beneficiaries II degree students of other 1 Energy Physics III departments II degree students of other 2 Basic Physics (II) IV departments
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc: Career Oriented Programme funded by UGC Year of Certificate Execution Course Funding Beneficiaries Status and Offered in Agency duration COP 2010 -2011 Maintenance UGC, New of Electrical Physics Delhi Completed To and Electronic Students 2014-2015 Equipment 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil
9. Number of Teaching posts: Teaching Posts Sanctioned Filled Assistant Professor 6 6 FDP 1 1
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D/M.Phil.etc.,) No. of Ph.D. Number of Students Sl Name Qualification Designation Specialization years of Guided No experience for the last 4 years
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M. Sc., Assistant - Ms. V. 1 M. Phil., Professor & Crystallography 8 Tamil Selvi PGDCA Head Dr. J. - Assistant Solid State 2 Packiam M. Sc., Ph. D 6 Professor Physics Julius M. Sc., - Ms. T.K. Assistant 3 M. Ed., Energy Physics 6 Jayalekha Professor M. Phil Mr. J. Deva - M. Sc., Anban Assistant 4 M.Ed., Spectroscopy 6 (undergoing Professor M. Phil FDP) M. Sc., - Dr. G. Assistant Nano Structured 5 M. Phil.., 1 Deepa Professor Materials Ph. D M. Sc., - Dr. S. Assistant 6 M. Phil., Material Science 1 Radhika Professor Ph. D Dr. R. - M. Sc., Crystal Growth Krishna Assistant 7 M. Phil., & - Priya Professor Ph. D Characterization (FDP-Post)
11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil
13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise): Student – Number of Number of Programme Year Teacher Students Staff Ratio B.Sc 2015-2016 94 6 16:1 (Physics)
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Designation Sanctioned Filled Lab Assistant 2 2 Training Instructor 1 1 The post of mechanic is treated as Training Instructor, at present.
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15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil / PG: Name of the teaching faculty Qualification Ms. V. Tamil Selvi M. Sc., M. Phil, PGDCA Dr. J. Packiam Julius M. Sc ., Ph. D Ms. T.K. Jayalekha M. Sc., M. Ed, M. Phil Mr. J. Deva Anban (undergoing FDP ) M.Sc., M.Ed., M. Phil Dr. G. Deepa M.Sc., M. Phil., Ph. D Dr. S. Radhika M. Sc., M. Phil., Ph. D Dr. R. Krishna Priya (FDP-Post) M. Sc., M. Phil., Ph. D
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil
17. Departmental projects funded by DST - FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil
18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: Nil
19. Publications: Publication per faculty 0.66 Number of papers published in Peer Reviewed Journals 4 (National / International) by Faculty and students Number of publications listed in International database Nil Monographs Nil Chapter in Books 13 Books Edited Nil Books with ISBN / ISSN numbers with details of publishers Nil Citation Index Nil SNIP, SJR Nil Impact Factor Nil h- index Nil
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : Nil
21. Faculty as members: a) National committees : Nil b) International Committees : Nil c) Editorial Boards : Nil
22. Student projects :
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a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: As a part of curriculum, final years student had undertaken subject projects. Year In house projects % of Students 2011-12 100% 2012-13 Academic development 100% 2013-14 100%
b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies: Nil
23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students: Awards: Biny R. Wiston -―Varaikalai Vazharmani Award- 2013‖ State Level Drawing Competition Biny R. Wiston -―Arivoli Award – 2013‖ State Level Essay Competition Institution recognises the prospective students and confers the awards. ―BEST OUTGOING STUDENT‖ (2013 -2014) Biny R. Wiston for her outstanding performance in Academics and Extracurricular Activities. ―BEST LIBRARY USER‖ (2013 -2014) Biny R. Wiston for her Regular usage of Library sources. K. Pavithra (2013 -2014) Special Award for her Maximum Attendance during her three year course period (2011 -2014 Batch)
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department: S. Date Name and Designation No Er. M. Alwin Jose, Resident Engineer, ISRO, 1 22/02/2013 Mahendragiri Dr. V. Joseph, Associate Professor of Physics, Loyola 2 19/08/2013 College, Chennai Dr. D. Usha, Associate Professor, Women's Christian 3 18/09/2013 College, Nagercoil Dr. S. Mary Delphine, Associate Professor, Holy Cross 4 18/09/2013 College, Nagercoil-629004 5 12/09/2014 Dr. S. Ramalingom, Former Principal, Vivekananda
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College, Agasteeswaram. 6 12/09/2014 Dr. S. Perumal, Principal, S.T. Hindu College, Nagercoil Dr. C. James, Associate Professor, Scott Christian College, 7 12/09/2014 Nagercoil Dr. D. Usha, Associate Professor, Women's Christian 8 12/09/2014 College, Nagercoil Dr. P. Murugan, Electronics & Instrumentation Design, 9 23/02/2015 LPSC, ISRO, Mahendragiri. Dr. J. Beula, Associate Professor, Women's Christian 10 24/02/2015 College, Nagercoil Dr. S. Ramalingom, Former Principal, Vivekananda 11 26/02/2015 College, Agasteeswaram. Dr. N. Jayakumaran, Associate Professor, VHNSN 12 21/8/2015 College, Virudhunagar Dr. R. Harikumar, Education and Training Division, 13 21/8/2015 Energy Management Centre, Department of Power, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National b) International
Sl. No Sl. NoDate Title Level Funding Agency 29-9-2008 Emerging Trends in Nano State Management 1 Technology 21-8-2015 Harnessing Energy from National 2 Department Nature‘s Lap
26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Applications Enrolled Pass Course Year Selected received percentage *M *F 2011-12 48 36 3 33 74.07%
2012-13 60 27 6 21 67.86%
B. Sc (Physics) 2013-14 103 32 3 29 75.75%
2014-15 86 32 5 27 86.95%
2015-16 93 32 2 30 – *M = Male *F = Female
27. Diversity of Students: % of % of students % of Name of the students from other students Course Year from the States from same state abroad
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2011-12 100 % ------2012-13 100 % ------B. Sc Physics 2013-14 100 % ------2014-15 100 % ------2015-16 100 % ------
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? Training/Exams passed by No of students passed our students 2009-2012 2010-2013 2011-2014 2012-2015 TNPSC (GP-IV) 1 - - - TCS 2 2 - -
29. Student progression Against % enrolled
Student progression 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015 UG to PG 11 28 36 17 UG to B. Ed 25 32 39 39 PG to M.Phil. - - - - PG to M. Ed - - - - PG to Ph.D. - - - - Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral - - - - Employed • Campus selection 7 7 - -
• Other than campus recruitment - - - - Entrepreneurship/Self- - - - - employment
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library Central Library and Department library b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Available at central library and ICT Lab of free cost c) Class rooms with ICT facility
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One Lecture Hall d) Laboratories Well furnished laboratory.
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from
College, University, Ggovernment or other agencies
and Formers by andFormers
s
Year/ Kind Year/ Scholarship of
gree level Scholarship level gree for
Scheduled Scholarship for Postmatric Caste Scheduled Scholarship for Postmatric Tribes Scheduled Scholarship for Postmatric Christian Converted Caste Backward Scholarship for Postmatric Classes Scholarship Education level Degree Free Class Backward for De / Class Backward Denotified Most Communities of Children Scholarshipthe for Labourer Agriculture Tamil of Nadu Government Beedi of ScholarshipChildren for workers Merit ManonmaniamSundaranar Scholarship Minority from ScholarshipStudents for Communities Total 2011 - 4 - - - 61 - - - 1 - 66 2012 2012 - 6 - - - 59 2 - - 1 - 68 2013
2013 - - - 2 - 60 - - - 1 4 67 2014
2014 - 4 - - - 64 4 - - - 2 71 2015
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts SI. Name of the Expert with Date Topic No designation Prof. K. Sreetharan, Rtd. Prof Exhibition on ―Power of Chemistry, Pioneer Quest‖ (Intra – 1 6/9/2013 Kumaraswamy College, Departmental) Nagercoil. (EXPOQUEST)
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Dr. S. Mary Delphine, Intercollegiate Exhibition Associate Prof, Dept of on ―Power Quest‖ Physics, Holy Cross College, (EXPOQUEST)- Nagercoil. 2 18/09/2013 Harnessing Electrical Dr. D. Usha, Associate Energy from non- Professor of Physics, conventional sources of Women‘s Christian College, energy Nagercoil. Dr. V. Joseph, Associate Lecture on ―How to excel in 3 19/08/2013 Professor of Physics, Loyola Life‖ College, Chennai Prof. K. Rajaram, Rtd. Prof of Physics, Pioneer Guest Lecture on ―What is 4 26/02/2014 Kumaraswamy College, energy?‖ Nagercoil. Dr. C. James, Associate Intercollegiate Exhibition Professor of Physics, Scott on Power Quest Christian College, Nagercoil. (EXPOQUEST -14)- 5 12/9/2014 Dr. D. Usha, Associate Prof. ―Harnessing Energy from of Physics, Women‘s non-conventional sources of Christian College, Nagercoil energy‖ Dr. P. Murugan, Former Manager, Electronics & Guest Lecture on ―Science 6 23/02/2015 Instrumentation Div, LPSC, for Youth‖ ISRO Dr. Ramalingom, Former Guest Lecture on ―Origin of 26/02/2015 Principal, Vivekananda Science‖ 7 College, Agasteeswaram. Seminar on Global warming Dr. N. Jayakumaran, and Solar Energy‖ and 8 21/8/2015 Associate Professor, VHNSN ―Other Renewable Energy College, Virudhunagar Courses‖ Dr. R. Harikumar, Head, Education and Training Seminar on ―Energy Saved 9 21/8/2015 Division, Energy is Energy Produced‖ Management Centre, Department of Power, Kerala
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Interactive Sessions Illustrative Presentation of models and teaching aids Constant evaluative Pattern Class Quiz Handbook preparation to bridge the knowledge gap.
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34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities Students take part in the extension activities organized by National Service Scheme, Youth Red Cross and Rotract Club
35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans :
Strength: Highly Self motivated, dedicated and students friendly teachers Procuring good results with Distinction and University rank
Weakness: Very Average grasping power of students at entry level
Opportunity: Curriculum Oriented Programmes can be conducted Research ambience need a thrust Students can do better in competitive examinations
Challenge: Making Students fall in line, especially at the entry level
Future Plan To enrich the research activities To produce university ranks
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DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY
1. Name of the department : CHEMISTRY
2. Year of Establishment : 1975
3. Name of Programme offered: B. Sc Chemistry
4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: The department is involved by offering and opting allied papers and non- major electives. Not only our students but also students of other departments are the beneficiaries. a) Course Department Involved Tamil Tamil English English Allied - Mathematics Mathematics Allied - Zoology Zoology Allied - Physics Physics Non-Major Electives Tamil
b) Allied Papers opted by our students-offered by other departments: Sl. Department Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries No Involved Algebra and Differential 1 I I B. Sc Chemistry Mathematics equations Cell Biology, Genetics 2 I I B. Sc Chemistry Zoology and Biotechnology 3 Vector Calculus II I B. Sc Chemistry Mathematics Developmental Zoology, 4 II I B. Sc Chemistry Zoology Ecology, Evolution 5 Allied-Physics I III II B. Sc Chemistry Physics 6 Allied-Physics II IV II B. Sc Chemistry Physics
c) Non-Major Elective opted by our Students: Departmen S. No Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries t Involved 1 Tourism III II B. Sc Chemistry Tamil 2 Human Rights IV II B. Sc Chemistry Tamil
5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise): Semester Under Choice Based Credit System
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments:
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a) Allied papers offered by the Department : Sl. No Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries 1 Chemistry I I I B. Sc Zoology 2 Chemistry II II I B. Sc Zoology Chemistry I 3 III II B. Sc Physics
4 Chemistry II IV II B. Sc Physics
b) Non-Major Elective offered by the Department : Sl. No Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries 1 Food Chemistry III II B. A English Literature 2 Applied Chemistry IV II B. A English Literature
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc: Career Orientation Programme is offered with the financial assistance of UGC-New Delhi Sl. No Year of Funding Certificate Beneficiaries Status Execution Agency course offered in COP 1 2012-13 UGC, Rubber II & III On- New Delhi Technology degree going Students
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : Nil
9. Number of teaching posts: Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Assistant Professor 6 5
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. Etc.,): No. of No. of Ph.D. Years of Students Experience Name Qualification Designation Specialization Guided (incl. for the previous last 4 experience) years Assistant Dr. G. Rexin M. Sc., Corrosion Professor & 17 - Thusnavis M. Phil., Ph.D Inhibition Head
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Dr. P. M. Sc., Assistant Synthetic 6 - Palanisamy Ph. D Professor Organic Chemistry Dr. Chandhini M. Sc., Assistant Cocrystal,Coordination 9 - R Nair Ph. D Professor Chemistry Ms. E. Assistant Inorganic M. Sc 2 - Subbulakhsmi Professor Chemistry Dr. P. Maria M. Sc., Assistant Environmental 17 - puspam Ph. D Professor Chemistry
11. List of senior visiting faculty Visits of Peer Educators and Academicians: Nil
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty: Sl. No Year Percentage of Percentage of lectures Practical 1 2011-12 75% 75% 2 2012-13 75% 75% 3 2013-14 100% 100% 4 2014-15 ------5 2015-16 ------
13. Student –Teacher Ratio (programme wise): Student – Number of Number Programme Year Teacher Students of Staff Ratio B. Sc 2015-2016 89 5 18:1 (Chemistry)
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Technical Staff – 1 Designation Sanctioned Filled Lab Assistant 1 ---- Store Keeper 1 1 Assistant 1 ----
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil / PG:
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Sl. No Name of the Teaching Faculty Qualification 1 Dr. G. Rexin Thusnavis M. Sc., M. Phil., Ph.D 2 Dr. P. Palanisamy M. Sc., Ph. D 3 Dr. Chandhini R Nair M. Sc., Ph.D 4 Ms. E. Subbulaksmi M. Sc 5 Dr. P. Maria puspam M. Sc., Ph. D
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil
17. Departmental projects funded by DST – FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil
18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: Nil
19. Publications: Publication per faculty 3.2 Number of papers published in Peer Reviewed Journals 16 (National / International) by Faculty and students Number of publications listed in International database 20 Monographs Nil Chapter in Books 7 Books Edited Nil Books with ISBN / ISSN numbers with details of publishers 8 Citation Index 211 SNIP, SJR Nil Impact Factor 14.82 h- index 9
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil
21. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards….
i) Dr. G. Rexin Thusnavis: a) Membership in National /International bodies Indian Society for Technical Education, New Delhi since 2002 ResearchGate, United States of America since 2008 American Chemical Society, United States of America since 2009 b) Review experience: Number of papers reviewed : 7
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c) Reviewer in: Journal of Materials and Environmental Science, Morocco The Journal of Corrosion Science and Engineering, United States of America Portugaliae Electrochemica acta, Portugal British Journal of Applied Science and Technology, United Kingdom International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry, United Kingdom Physical Science International Journal, United Kingdom Journals of American Chemical Society, United States of America
ii) Dr. Chandini R. Nayar
Memberships in professional body Life member, The Indian Science Congress Association, New Delhi since 2012
22. Student projects:
a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme As a part of curriculum, Final year students (100%) had undertaken subject project. It was in curriculum till 2013-14 Yet, under COP cent percent of students undertake in-house project
b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies Nil
23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students : Faculty: Dr. P. Palanisamy-has received fellowship a) NTS-DF: Qualified-National Testing Service-Doctoral Fellowship, 01.02.2009 to 28.06.2013 b) Best Oral Presentation: NCCTC-2011, 24-25 March 2011, Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli-627 012
Student: a) D. Gethin (II B. Sc Chemistry): Young Chemist, CHEMFEST‘2014, awarded by the Department of Chemistry, St. John‘s College, Palayamkottai.
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b) Proficiency List of students (Merit Certificate and Prize) Year Number of Students 2011 -2012 - 2012 -2013 - 2013 -2014 - 2014 -2015 12 2015 -2016 -
c) Best Library user award for the year 2014-2015 : 1
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department: Sl. No Date Name and position of the senior visiting faculty 1 28.12.2011 Dr. Dr. V. Umayorubhagan Pillai Principal, N. I. Arts and Science College, Kumarakoil Prof. K. Sreedharan, Senior Professor (Rtd)‘ 2 27.07.2012 Pioneer Kumaraswamy College, Nagercoil Sri Joseph John, Deputy Manager, 3 28.12.2012 Arasu Rubber Board, Keeriparai Prof. Dr. V. Umayorubhagan Pillai, Principal, N. I. Arts 4 09.01.2013 and Science College, Kumarakoil 5 26.09.2014 Dr. S. Kumaresan, Emeritus Professor-UGC Dept of Biotechnology, Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli Dr. K. P. Vinod Kumar, Dept. of chemistry, UCEN (Anna 6 26.09.2014 Univ.) Konam, Nagercoil Dr. D. Arish, Research Associate, Ceramic Matrix 7 26.09.2014 Products Division, VSSC-ISRO, Tiruvananthapuram 8 19.12.2014 Dr. S. Ilango, Medical Practioner, Tirunelveli Mr. Baskaran, (Alumni), Railway Networking 9 02.02.2015 Department, Indian Railway, Chennai Dr. M. Shankaranarayana Pillai, Head, Dept of Chemistry, 10 02.03.2015 N. I. University Dr. R. Subramanian‘, Assistant Professor‘ 11 28.03.2015 PSN Engineering College‘, Tirunelveli
25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding : a) National National Level Symposium on ―Newer Horizons in Chemistry‖ (NLSNHC-14), 26th September 2014, Funded by Management and Faculty. b) Inter National : Nil
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26. Student profile programme wise:
Name of Applications Enrolled Year Pass the Course received Selected *M *F percentage 2011-12 49 28 1 27 80.1% B. Sc 2012-13 60 32 1 31 59,1% (Chemistry) 2013-14 103 32 2 30 82.75% 2014-15 88 29 2 27 57.1% 2015-16 80 30 3 27 ---- *M = Male *F = Female
27. Diversity of Students :
% of students % of % of Year Name of the from the same students students Course state from other from States abroad 2011-12 100 % ------2012-13 100 % ------B. Sc (Chemistry) 2013-14 100 % ------2014-15 100 % ------2015-16 100 % ------
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? Nil
29. Student progression:
Against % enrolled Student progression 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015
UG to PG 10 5 15 20 PG to M.Phil. - - - - PG to Ph.D. - 15 - - Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral - - - - Employed • Campus selection - - - - • Other than campus 10 15 15 15 recruitment
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Entrepreneurship/Self- - - - - employment
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities: a) Library: Central Library is equipped with subject books, journals and e- resources. b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students : Available at Central Library and ICT Laboratory, free of cost. c) Class rooms with ICT Facility : One lecture hall d) Laboratories : Well furnished laboratory. 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from
college, University, Government or other agencies:
and Formers by andFormers
s
Year/ Kind Year/ Scholarship of Scheduled Scholarship for Postmatric Caste Scheduled Scholarship for Postmatric Tribes Scheduled Scholarship for Postmatric Christian Converted Caste Backward Scholarship for Postmatric Classes Scholarship Education level Degree Free Class Backward for Scholarship level for Degree / Class Backward Denotified Most Communities of Children Scholarshipthe for Labourer Agriculture Tamil of Nadu Government Beedi of ScholarshipChildren for workers Merit ManonmaniamSundaranar Scholarship Minority from ScholarshipStudents for Communities Total 2011- 2 - - - 63 1 - - - - 66 2012 2012- 2 - - - 58 1 - - - - 61 2013 2013- 6 - - - 60 2 - - - - 68 2014 2014- 7 - - - 72 2 - - - - 81 2015
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / Seminar) with external experts:
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Sl. Date Name of the expert with Topic No designation 28.12.2011 Dr. Dr. V. Umayorubhagan Pillai, Science and 1 Principal, N. I. Arts and Science Technology College, Kumarakoil Prof. Sreedharan, Senior Professor (Rtd), Spectroscopy 2 27.07.2012 Pioneer Kumaraswamy College, Studies Nagercoil Sri Joseph John, Rubber 3 28.12.2012 Deputy Manager, Technology Arasu Rubber Board, Keeriparai 4 09.01.2013 Prof. Dr. V. Umayorubhagan Pillai Science of Change Principal, N. I. Arts and Science and Environmental College, Kumarakoil Pollution 5 26.09.2014 Dr. S. Kumaresan Emeritus Professor-UGC, Glimpses of Department of Biotechnology, Nanoscience and Manonmaniyam Sundaranar Nanotechnology University, Tirunelveli Dr. K. P. Vinod Kumar, Principles of 6 26.09.2014 Dept. of Chemistry, UCEN (Anna Green Chemistry University) Konam, Nagercoil 7 26.09.2014 Dr. D. Arish, Polymer Derived Research Associate, Ceramic Matrix Ceramics and their Products Division, VSSC-ISRO, Applications in Tiruvananthapuram Space Technologies 8 19.12.2014 Dr .S. Ilango, (Acupuncture) Awareness Medical Practioner , Tirunelveli Programme- Acupuncture 9 02.02.2015 Mr. Baskaran, (Alumni) Career Orientation Railway Networking Department, Programme Indian Railway, Chennai Dr. M. Shankaranarayana Pillai‘ Opportunity in 10 02.03.2015 Head, Department of Chemistry‘ Chemistry N. I. University Dr. R. Subramanian, Assistant
11 Professor, PSN Engineering College, Latex Product 28.03.2015 Tirunelveli
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: ICT usage Pre Selected Questions are prepared by the faculty Members
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Student centered learning practices Class room seminars Assignments, Group Discussion Conduct class test, weekly test, monthly test, internal tests and model examination.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Our students are encouraged to participate in socially relevant programmes such as Blood donation camps, AIDS awareness programmes, and (Training in) Disaster Management and other extension activities.
35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans: i) STRENGTH: Well qualified, proficient and dedicated teachers with computing skill Support services and Career Guidance for students by the faculty and the supportive staff Responsive to new ventures
ii) WEAKNESS First generation learners from deprived sections with little competency in communication and technology Inhibited attitude of the students Inadequate research laboratories and facilities for faculty members.
iii) OPPORTUNITIES: Scope to get entry into Institutes of global repute Career Guidance and Counselling need a focus Soil Oriented and job oriented Add on Courses can be initiated.
iv) CHALLENGES: Providing job opportunities to the degree holders. Starting research activities for the development of the faculty members with available facilities in collaboration with nearby Universities and Research institutes.
v) FUTURE PLANS To conduct professional training and research programmes in various Chemistry subjects for the benefit of the students. To introduce Master Degree programme in M. Sc Chemistry, M. Sc Applied Chemistry, M. Sc Biochemistry and M. Sc Nanotechnology. To conduct National and international seminars, symposium and conferences in all the chemistry disciplines.
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DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY
1. Name of the department : Zoology
2. Year of Establishment : 1968
3. Name of the Programme offered : B. Sc Zoology
4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved a) Course Department Tamil Tamil English English Allied – Chemistry Chemistry Allied – Botany Botany Non- Major Electives Tamil, Commerce
b) Allied papers opted by our students: S. Department Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries No Involved 1 Chemistry – I I I B. Sc Zoology Chemistry 2 Chemistry – II II I B. Sc Zoology Chemistry 3 Botany III II B.Sc Zoology Botany 4 Botany IV II B.Sc Zoology Botany
c) Non-Major Electives opted by our students: Department S. No Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries Involved 1 Tourism III II B.Sc Zoology Tamil 2 Salesmanship IV II B. Sc Zoology Commerce 3 Human Rights IV II B. Sc Zoology Tamil
5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) Semester Under Choice Based Credit System
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments a) Allied papers offered by the Department.
S. No Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries Cell Biology, Genetics and 1 I I B.Sc Chemistry Biotechnology Developmental Zoology, Ecology, 2 II I B.Sc Chemistry Animal Physiology and Evolution
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b) Non-Major Elective offered by the Department S. No Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries II –degree students from 1 Bee Keeping III other departments II –degree students from 2 Public Health and Hygiene IV other departments
7. Courses in collaboration with other Universities, Industries, Foreign Institutions, etc. Nil
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : Nil
9. Number of Teaching posts : Designation Sanctioned Filled Assistant Professor 5 5
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D. / M. Phil. Etc.,) No. of years of Guidanc
experience e for
(incl. P h . D . Name Qualification Designation Specialization previous Candidates experience) M. Sc, M. Phil, Assistant Dr. R. Santhi Toxicology 13 - M. Ed, Ph. D Professor Dr. R. Anantha M. Sc, M. Phil Assistant Bio-Technology 10 2 Ongoing Rajan Ph. D Professor Dr. G. Raju M. Sc, Ph. D Assistant Phytochemistry 8 2 Ongoing Professor Dr. S. M. Vijila M. Sc, M. Phil, Assistant Entomology 10 - Ph. D Professor M. Sc, M. Phil, Assistant Dr. B. Bamini Aquaculture 2 - M. Ed, Ph. D Professor
11. List of senior visiting faculty : Nil
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty Year Semester Lectures Practical 2011 – 2012 Odd 21 29
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Even 19 29 Odd 21 29 2012 – 2013 Even 19 25 Odd 22 29 2013 – 2014 Even 38 33 Odd 39 42 2014 – 2015 Even - -
13. Student –Teacher Ratio (programme wise) Number of Number of Programme Year Ratio Students Teachers
B. Sc (Zoology) 2015 -2016 76 5 15:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Lab Assistant: Sanctioned Filled Lab Assistant 1 1 Museum keeper 1 1
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil / PG. Name Qualification Dr. R. Santhi M. Sc, M. Phil, M. Ed, Ph. D Dr. R. Anantha Rajan M. Sc, M. Phil, Ph. D Dr. G. Raju M. Sc, Ph. D Dr. S. M. Vijila M. Sc, M. Phil, Ph. D Dr. B. Bamini M. Sc, M. Phil, M. Ed, Ph. D
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received Sl. Duration No. Name of the Funded Amount Title of the Project & Period Investigator by in Rs. Conservation through micro 3 years propagation of UGC, October fossil fern 1 Dr. G. Raju New 11,66,800 2009 to allies(Huperziaa Delhi October species) for the 2012 potential use as a restoration species
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17. Departmental projects funded by DST – FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received Sl. Funding Amount in No. Name of the Period Status Agency Rs. Investigator Dr. R. Anantha May 2009 - May 1 UGC 9,72,165 Completed Rajan 2012 October 2009 - 2 Dr. G. Raju UGC UGC-PDF Completed October 2012 August 2010 - 3 Dr. G. Raju UGC 70,000 Completed August 2012 September 2011- 4 Dr. R. Santhi UGC 1,40,000 Completed September 2013 April 2013- 5 Dr. G. Raju UGC 11,66,800 On-going April 2016
18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University : Nil.
19. Publications: Publication per faculty 3 Number of papers published in Peer Reviewed Journals (National / 15 International) by Faculty and students Number of publications listed in International database Nil Monographs Nil Chapter in Books 1 Books Edited Nil Books with ISBN / ISSN numbers with details of publishers 1 Citation Index Nil SNIP, SJR Nil Impact Factor Nil h- index Nil
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : Nil
21. Faculty as members in a) National committees : Nil b) International Committees Dr. G. Raju Indian Science Congress Association, Bangalore Bio-technology Society of India, New Delhi Society of Biological Chemists India, New Delhi c) Editorial Boards…. : Nil
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22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme As a part of curriculum, third degree UG students had undertaken subject Projects and it was an optional paper. But, to infuse the research spirit, our department motivated the students to undertake the subject Project. b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies : Nil
23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students : Proficiency List of Students (Rank, Merit Certificate and Prize) Year Rank Number of Prizes 2011 -2012 - 1 2012 -2013 III 2 2013 -2014 - 1 2014 -2015 - - 2015 -2016 - -
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department S. Date Name and Designation N Dr. A. N. Padma Ragavan, Regional Manager, Indian 1 14-3-2014 Overseas Bank Dr. S. Prasanna Kumar, Dean of Science Head, Dept. of 2 4-4-2014 Zoology, Scott Christian College, Nagercoil Dr.S. Punitha Peter, Assist. Professor, Centre for Marine 3 31-7-2014 Science and Technology, Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Rajakkamangalam Dr. T. Cittarasu, Assist. Professor, Centre for Marine Science 4 22-8-2014 and Technology, Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Rajakkamangalam Mr. M .Chandra Morrission, 5 8-9-2014 Prof. Health Education Bejansingh Eye Hospital Vettunimadam, Nagercoil W. R. S. Trivedi, Airman Selection Centre, Thambaram, 6 20-3-2015 Chennai. G. Arumugam, Training Officer National Disaster 7 3-7-2015 Management Authority, NDMA Bhavan, New Delhi Dr. R. Mahesh, UGC – Post Doctoral Fellow School of 8 24-7-2015 Energy Science, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai 9 14-9-2015 Dr. T. Narayanan, Head Department of Business
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Administration, Alagappa Government Arts College, Karaikudi
25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National : Nil b) International : Nil
26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Academic Applications Enrolled Pass Course Year received Selected percentage *M *F 2011 -2012 35 28 2 26 87.5 2012 -2013 38 26 2 24 82.60 B. Sc (Zoology) 2013 -2014 38 29 2 27 66.6 2014 -2015 62 26 - 26 95.23 2015 -2016 62 29 - 29 - *M = Male *F = Female
27. Diversity of Students
Academic % of % of % of Name of the Year students students students Course from the from other from same state states abroad 2011 -2012 100 Nil Nil 2012 -2013 100 Nil Nil B. Sc (Zoology) 2013 -2014 100 Nil Nil 2014 -2015 100 Nil Nil 2015- 2016 100 Nil Nil
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? Nil
29. Student progression Against % enrolled Student progression 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015 UG to PG 16.7 21.7 16.6 23.8
UG to B. Ed 20.8 13 16.6 19 UG to Other Courses - 8.6 16.6 - PG to M. Phil. - - - - PG to Ph.D. - - - - Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral - - - -
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Employed • Campus selection - - - - • Other than campus recruitment Entrepreneurship/Self- employment - - - -
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library Central Library b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Available at central library and ICT lab, of free cost c) Class rooms with ICT facility Lecture Hall - 1 d) Laboratories Laboratory - 1 e) Museum Museum – 1
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from
College, University, Government or other agencies
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Year/ Kind Year/ Scholarship of Scholarship for Postmatric Scheduled Scholarship Tribes for Postmatric Scheduled Scholarship Caste for Postmatric Christian Converted Classes Backward Scholarship for Postmatric Scholarship Education level Degree for Free Class Backward Scholarship level for Degree / Class Backward Denotified Most Communities of Children Scholarshipthe for Labourer Agriculture Tamil of Nadu Government workers Beedi of ScholarshipChildren for Merit ManonmaniamSundaranar Scholarship f ScholarshipStudents for Communities Total
2011- 3 - - - 58 3 - - - - 64 2012 2012- 3 - - - 49 3 - - - - 55 2013
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2013- 4 - 1 - 50 3 - - - - 58 2014 2014- 3 - 1 - 58 - - - - - 62 2015
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts S. Topic Date Resource Person No Dr. A. N. Padma Ragavan, Regional Seminar on ―Recent 1 14-3-2014 Manager, Indian Overseas Bank Development in Apiculture‖ Dr. S. Prasanna Kumar, Guest Lecture on Dean of Science Head, Dept. of ―An Overview on 2 04-4-2014 Zoology, Scott Christian College, Immune Response‖ Nagercoil Dr. S. Punitha Peter, Assist. Guest Lecture on Professor, Centre for Marine ―Bio Technical 3 31-7-2014 Science and Technology, importance of Manonmaniam Sundaranar Marine University, Rajakkamangalam Invertebrate‖ Dr. T. Cittarasu, Assist. Professor, Guest Lecture on Centre for Marine Science and ―Recent trends in 4 22-8-2014 Technology, Manonmaniam Marine
Sundaranar University, Biotechnology‖ Rajakkamangalam Dr. R. Mahesh, Guest Lecture on UGC Post Fellow School of Energy ―Bio Diversity‖ 5 24.07.2015 Science, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai Dr. T. Narayanan , Guest Lecture on Head Department of Business ―Personality 6 14-9-2015 Administration, Alagappa Development‖ Government Arts College,
Karaikudi
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Interactive Session Class Seminar Group Discussion Handbook preparation Assignment Motivation to utilize Library
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34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Participation of the students in extension services, organised by NSS, Youth Red Cross and Red Ribbon Club is good. As the Co-ordinators of Forums, like; NSS Youth Red Cross Red Ribbon Awareness Campaign and orientation programmes are organised to infuse the spirit of Social Responsibility.
35. SWOC analysis of the department:
Strength Research Ambience Dedicated and well determined faculty
Weakness Organising high-level Conferences need a thrust. As an affiliated institution, have little scope in curriculum development to accommodate soil oriented subjects.
Opportunities Scope to offer value oriented courses to ensure employability Students can do better in competitive examinations.
Challenges First generation learners from marginalized sections.
Future Plan
To conduct National seminar
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DEPARTMENT OF BOTANY
1. Name of the department : Botany
2. Year of Establishment : 1969
3. Name of the Programme offered : Allied - Botany
4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Nil
5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise): Nil
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments:
a) Allied papers offered by the Department: Sl. Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries No 1 Plant diversity and Medicinal Botany III II B. Sc Zoology Anatomy, Embryology, Physiology and 2 IV II B. Sc Zoology Bio-Technology
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: Nil
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil
9. Number of Teaching posts : Designation Sanctioned Filled Associate Professor 1 1
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,): No. of Guidance years of for Ph. D Name Qualification Designation Specialization experience Candidates M. Sc., Associate Dr. C. Babu Bio-Pesticides 22 - M. Phil., Ph. D Professor
11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil
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12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil
13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise): Number of Number of Programme Year Ratio Students Teachers Allied Botany 2015 -2016 27 1 27:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Lab Assistant: Sanctioned Filled 1 1
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil / PG: Name Qualification Dr. C. Babu M. Sc., M. Phil., Ph. D
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil
17. Departmental projects funded by DST - FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil
18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: Nil
19. Publications: Publication per faculty 4 Number of papers published in Peer Reviewed Journals (National 4 / International) by Faculty and students Number of publications listed in International database Nil Monographs Nil Chapter in Books Nil Books Edited Nil Books with ISBN / ISSN numbers with details of publishers Nil Citation Index Nil SNIP, SJR Nil Impact Factor Nil h- index Nil
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20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil
21. Faculty as members in a) National committees : Nil b) International Committees : Nil c) Editorial Boards…. : Nil
22. Student projects: a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme Nil b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies: Nil
23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students: Nil
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department: Date Sl. No Name and Designation Dr. S. Jaya Kumar, Assistant Professor, Nesamony Memorial 1 19.9.2014 Christian College, Marthandam,
25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National : Nil b) International : Nil
26. Student profile programme wise: Name of the Applications Enrolled Course received Selected Pass *M *F percentage
Not Applicable 27. Diversity of Students:
% of % of % of Name of the Academic Year students students students Course from the from from same state other abroad 2011 -2012 100 StatesNil Nil Allied Botany 2012 -2013 100 Nil Nil 2013 -2014 100 Nil Nil
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2014 -2015 100 Nil Nil 2015- 2016 100 Nil Nil
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? Nil
29. Student progression: Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG ----- PG to M.Phil. ----- PG to Ph.D. ----- Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral ----- Employed ----- • Campus selection • Other than campus recruitment Entrepreneurship/Self-employment ----- Not Applicable
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities: a) Library Central library b) Internet facilities for Staff& Students Available at central library and ICT lab, free of cost c) Class rooms with ICT facility Lecture Hall - 1 d) Laboratories Laboratory - 1
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from College, University, Government or other agencies: Not Applicable
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts: Sl. Date Name of the expert with designation Topic No Dr. S. Jaya Kumar, Assistant Professor, Medicinal 1 19-9-2014 Nesamony Memorial Christian College, Plant Marthandam,
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Interactive Sessions
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Illustrative Presentation of models and teaching aids Constant evaluative Pattern Class Quiz
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: As the coordinator NSS Unit 87 some extension activities done
35. SWOC analysis of the department:
Strength Dedicated and well determined faculty
Weakness Less motivated to initiate innovative practices
Opportunities Scope to undertake projects about the heritage of the district and its medicinal values
Challenges First generation learners from marginalized sections
Future plan To prepare a tourist guide on ―Eco Tourism‖ in Kanyakumari District and ―Medicinal Hillock‖ in Kanyakumari District.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
1. Name of the department : Commerce
2. Year of Establishment : 1968
3. Name of Programmes offered :B. Com 4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved a) Course Department involved Tamil Tamil English English Non Major Electives Tamil, English, Zoology
b) Allied papers opted by our students Nil
c) Non-Major Electives opted by our students: Department Sl.No. Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries involved 1 Beekeeping III II degree students Zoology 2 Tourism III II degree students Tamil English for III II degree students English 3 competitive Exam
5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) Semester Under Choice Based Credit System
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments Non-Major Elective offered by the Department S. No Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries Introduction to II B. Sc Mathematics and Physics 1 III Accountancy and II B. A English
II B. Sc Mathematics and Physics 2 Financial Accounting IV and II B. A English
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. Nil
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons Nil
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9. Number of Teaching posts Designation Sanctioned Filled
Assistant Professor 4 4
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Number of Ph.D. No. of Years guided Name Qualification Designation Specialization of for the Experience last 4 years M. Com., Assistant HRM, Costing Dr.A.Thangaswamy 27 M. Phil., Ph. D Professor & & Accounting Nil Head M. Com., Assistant Mathematics & Dr.S. Arul Stephen 26 7 Ongoing M. Phil., Ph. D Professor Statistics M. Com., Assistant Accountancy 1- Completed Dr.N. Indira 23 M. Phil., Professor & Costing 5 - Ongoing Ph. D, MBA., M.PGDCA Com., M. Phil., Assistant HRM, Banking Dr.C. Subathra 2 Nil PGDHRM., Professor &Marketing M. A., Ph. D
11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty Sl. Year Percentage of lectures No 1 2011-12 20 2 2012-13 20 3 2013-14 40 4 2014-15 20 5 2015-16 20
13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) Number of Number of Student – Programme Year Students Staff Teacher Ratio B.Com 2015-2016 145 5 29:1
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14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled Nil
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil / PG. Name Qualification Dr.A.Thangaswamy M. Com., M. Phil., Ph. D Dr.S.Arul Stephen M. Com., M. Phil., Ph. D Dr.N.Indira M. Com., M. Phil., Ph. D, MBA, PGDCA Dr.C. Subathra M. Com., M. Phil., PGDHRM, M. A(Soc.,), Ph. D
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received Nil
17. Departmental projects funded by DST - FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received Nil
18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil
19. Publications: Publication per faculty 1.25 Number of papers published in Peer Reviewed Journals (National 5 / International) by Faculty and students Number of publications listed in International database Nil Monographs Nil Chapter in Books 9 Books Edited Nil Books with ISBN / ISSN numbers with details of publishers Nil Citation Index Nil SNIP, SJR Nil Impact Factor 3.54l h- index Nil
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated Nil
21. Faculty as members in a) National committees Name of the Type of Association Sl.No Faculty Membership Life Indian Commerce Association, New 1 Dr. C. Subathra Membership Delhi
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Life Indian Accounting Association, 2 Dr. C. Subathra Membership Rajkot
b) International Committees : Nil c) Editorial Boards…. : Nil
22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme As a part of curriculum, Third degree UG students had undertaken subject Projects and it was an optional paper. But, to infuse the research spirit, our department motivated the students to undertake the Subject Project. PG students till 2014 had undertaken dissertation works. It is mandatory.
b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies Nil
23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students a) Faculty Name Award Honored by International Conference by EAST, Dr. C. Subathra Best Paper Presenter Tirunelveli
b) Awards / appreciation received by students Name Award Honored by Certificate of Appreciation Tamilnadu Blood Transfusion V. Gowtham ―Blood Donar‖ Council, Chennai, 2014 Certificate of Appreciation Asaripallam Medical College, V. Gowtham ―Blood Donar‖ Nagercoil,2014 Youth Red Cross, Best YRC Volunteer V. Gowtham Pioneer Kumaraswamy Award College, Nagercoil, 2014-15 District Administration, A. Ajith Kumar Best Blood Donar Award 2014 National Service Scheme, S.Daniel Jaswanth Best NSS Volunteer Award Pioneer Kumaraswamy College, Nagercoil, 2014-15 Certificate of Appreciation Sivanthi Blood Bank, S. Ajith Kumar ―Blood Donar‖ Nagercoil, 2015. Certificate of Appreciation Sivanthi Blood Bank, R. Saravanan ―Blood Donar‖ Nagercoil, 2015.
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24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department Date Sl. No Name and Designation Mr. N.M. Sivasamy, Chief Regional Manager, IOB, 1 18.07.2014 Nagercoil. 2 12.9.2014 Mr.E.Balachandran, Retired bank Manager, IOB, Nagercoil. Dr.R. Sacratees, Associate Professor, Department of 3 28.02.2014 Economics, Manonmaniyam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli. Mr. A.B. Alosious Mani, The President, Indian Consumer Association. Mrs. S. Rani Selvin, Ex-Member, District Consumer Court, Nagercoil. 4 15.03.2014 Mr. A. Amirtharaj, Technical Director, Singar Educational Institution. Mr. K. Gopalapillai, Assistant commissioner (Rtd), Transport Department, Nagercoil. Julice A.S. Francis, District Judge, Nagercoil Mrs. Beula, Dietician/Health advisor in VLCC Health care, 5 25.09.2014 Nagercoil 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National : Nil b) International : Nil
26. Student profile programme/course wise:
Name of the Enrolled Pass Academic Applications Selected Programme percentage Year received *M *F 2011 -12 118 53 19 34 70.4 2012 -13 156 49 16 33 62.5 B.Com 2013-14 188 51 18 33 55.3
2014-15 220 47 19 28 80.4 2015-16 173 51 17 34 - *M = Male *F = Female
27. Diversity of Students Name of the Year % of % of students % of Course students from other students from the States from same state abroad ------B. Com 2011-12 100 % 2012-13 100 % ------
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2013-14 100 % ------2014-15 100 % ------2015-16 100 % ------
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? Training/Exams passed No of students passed by our students 2009-12 2010-13 2011-14 2012-15 TNPSC (GP-IV) - - - 1 TCS 6 3 1 -
29. Student progression Against % enrolled
Student progression 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015
UG to PG 10 10 15 10 UG to B. Ed - - - - UG to CA - - - 1 PG to M. Phil. - - - - PG to M. Ed - - - - PG to Ph.D. - - - - Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral - - - - Employed • Campus selection
• Other than campus 25 30 40 25 recruitment Entrepreneurship/Self- 2 employment 15 10 15
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library Central library b) Internet facilities for Staff& Students Available at central library and ICT lab, of free cost c) Class rooms with ICT facility One Lecture Hall
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d) Laboratories Nil
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from
college, university, Government or other agencies
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Degree Scholarship level Degree for
Year/ Kind Year/ Scholarship of Scheduled Scholarship Caste for Postmatric Scheduled Scholarship Tribes for Postmatric Scheduled Scholarship Caste for Postmatric Christian Converted Classes Backward Scholarship for Postmatric Education Free Class Backward Scholarship level for Degree / Class Backward Denotified Most Communities of Children Scholarshipthe for Labourer Agriculture Tamil of Nadu Government Beedi of ScholarshipChildren for Merit ManonmaniamSundaranar Scholarship Minority from ScholarshipStudents for Communities Total
2011- 10 - 1 - 112 10 - - - - 133 2012 2012- 5 - 3 - 99 6 - - - - 113 2013 2013- 11 1 4 - 92 10 - - - - 118 2014 2014- 18 1 3 - 80 1 - - - - 103 2015
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / Seminar) with external experts Sl. Name of the visitor with Date Topic No designation 1 Mr. N.M. Sivasamy, Opportunities in 18.07.2014 Chief Regional Manager, IOB, banks Nagercoil. Mr.E. Balachandran, Retired bank Financial literacy 2 12.9.2014 Manager, IOB bank, Nagercoil. programme. Dr.R. Sacratees, Associate Professor, Seminar on 3 28.02.2014 Department of Economics, M.S recent trends in
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University, Tirunelveli. Business Prospects. Mr. A.B. Alosious Mani, The president, Indian Consumer Association. Mrs. S. Rani Selvin, Ex-Member District Consumer Court. Seminar on Mr. A. Amirtharaj 4 15.03.2014 Consumer Technical Director, Awareness Singar Educational Institution. Mr. K. Gopalapillai, Assistant commissioner (Rtd), Transport Department. Julice A.S. Francis District Judge Causes and 5 25.09.2014 Mrs. D. Beula symptoms of heart diseases
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Class Seminar Class Quiz Interaction Group Discussion Assignments Updating events in the Business world Word Puzzle to test spelling and improve vocabulary
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities NSS, YRC volunteers take part in special camps and participate in extension activities like awareness campaigns on Blood donation, AIDS, Pulse polio and clean environment. No. of Students participated in the extension activities Academic Year organised by NSS YRC Red Ribbon Club 2011-2012 101 8 5 2012-2013 89 18 5 2013-2014 84 25 5 2014-2015 68 10 - 2015-2016 61 48 -
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35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans STRENGTH A team of committed faculty. Volunteering spirit among students and assuring leadership. Commerce Magazine ―Genesis‖ is released annually to inculcate the habit of writing in students and faculty Guidance in career opportunities and entrepreneurship. Promoting creativity of students
WEAKNESS Updating subject skill needs a thrust Research work is yet to be initiated Organizing high level programmes needs initiatives
OPPORTUNITIES Entrepreneurial abilities can be enhanced Employability in big concerns and Government sectors can be improved. Skill based value added courses can be offered
CHALLENGES Motivating students to enhance their knowledge beyond curriculum and empower their career opportunities in high level professions Non-industrial based location of the town Little scope in revamping curriculum and incorporating more business oriented subjects.
FUTURE PLAN To arrange more course enrichment programmes To promote pass rate with ranks To establish commerce laboratory To enrich research ambience
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE WITH COMPUTER APPLICATION (SF) 1. Name of the department: Commerce
2. Year of Establishment : Course Year M. Com 1998 B. Com (CA) 2008 M. Phil 2009
3. Names of the Programmes offered: B. Com (Commerce with Computer Application) M. Com M. Phil (Commerce)
4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: UG
a) Course offered by the other Departments: Course Department Involved Tamil Tamil English English Allied - Computer Science Computer Science Skilled - Computer Science Computer Science Non-Major Elective English
b) Allied papers opted by the department: Department S.No Title of the paper semester Beneficiaries involved Basics of Computer Computer 1 I I – B. Com(CA) Science Science Computer 2 Office Automation II I – B. Com(CA) Science Page Maker and Computer 3 III II – B. Com(CA) Photoshop Science Computer 4 Coral Draw IV II – B. Com(CA) Science
c) Non-Major Electives opted by our students: Department S.No Title of the paper semester Beneficiaries involved General English for 1 Competitive III II – B. Com(CA) English Examinations 2 Business English IV II – B. Com(CA) English
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d) Skilled papers opted by our students: Department S.No Title of the paper semester Beneficiaries involved Computer 1 Introduction to HTML III II – B. Com(CA) Science Computer 2 Introduction to DBMS IV II – B. Com(CA) Science
5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise): B. Com (CA) Semester under Choice based Credit System M. Com Semester under Choice based Credit System M. Phil (Commerce) Semester Under Choice Based Credit System
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: Nil
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: Nil
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil
9. Number of Teaching posts: Designation Sanctioned Filled Assistant Professor 8 8
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,): No. of Years of Faculty experience (incl. Name Qualification Designation Specialization pursuing previous experience) Ph.D M. Com., M. Ed., Mr. Vetha M. Assistant Financial M. Phil., 23 Pursuing Vijaya Kumar Professor Accounting M.B.A, P.G.D.C.A M. Com., M. Phil., Assistant Research Dr. J. Stalin 7 Completed Ph. D., Professor Methodology D.C. A
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M. Com., Mr. S.R. Assistant Yet to B. Ed., Marketing 6 Ramanathan Professor register M. Phil M. Com., B. Ed., Assistant Strategic Yet to Ms. E. Shanthi 2 M. Phil., Professor Management register Tally M. Com., B. Ed., Assistant Yet to Ms. T. Anitha Income Tax 2 M. Phil., Professor register D.C.A Ms. M.S. M. Com., Assistant Yet to Marketing 1 Santhana Priya M. Phil Professor register M. Com., M. Phil., Assistant Corporate Yet to Ms. T. Sirthiga 1 H.D.C.A., Professor Accounting register Tally M. Com., M. Phil., Assistant Management Yet to Ms. T. Barathi 7 M.B.A, Professor Accounting register PGDIT&M
11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil
13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise): Number of Number of Programme Year Ratio Students Teachers B.Com (CA) 2015 -2016 172 8 22:1 M.Com 2015 -2016 42 8 5:1 M.Phil (Commerce) 2015 -2016 14 4 4:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Nil 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil / PG: Sl.No Name Qualification M. Com., M. Ed., M. Phil., 1 Mr. Vetha M. Vijaya Kumar M.B.A., PGDCA
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2 Dr. J. Stalin M. Com., M. Phil., Ph. D., DCA 3 Mr. S.R. Ramanathan M. Com., B. Ed., M. Phil 4 Ms. E. Shanthi M. Com., B. Ed., M. Phil., Tally 5 Ms. T. Anitha M. Com., B. Ed., M. Phil., DCA 6 Ms. M.S. Santhana Priya M. Com., M. Phil 7 Ms. T. Sirthiga M. Com., M. Phil., HDCA., Tally 8 Ms. T. Barathi M. Com., M. Phil., M.B.A., PGDIT&M
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil 17. Departmental projects funded by DST - FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil
18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: The department is recognized to offer M. Phil. in Commerce
19. Publications: Publication per faculty Nil Number of papers published in Peer Reviewed Journals Nil (National / International) by Faculty and students Number of publications listed in International database Nil Monographs Nil Chapter in Books 2 Books Edited Nil Books with ISBN / ISSN numbers with details of publishers Nil Citation Index Nil SNIP, SJR Nil Impact Factor Nil h- index Nil
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil
21. Faculty as members in: a) National committees : Nil b) International Committees : Nil c) Editorial Boards…. : Nil
22. Student projects: a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: As a part of curriculum, all the UG final year students had undertaken in-house projects till 2012-2013.
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At present, PG and M. Phil students undertake dissertation as a part of curriculum. b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies: Nil
23. Awards / Recognitions received by students: a) University Ranks: Year Programme Rank secured 2012-2013 M.Phil I, III
b) Proficiency List of Students (Merit Certificate and Prize): Year Number of Prizes 2011 -2012 - 2012 -2013 3 2013 -2014 - 2014-2015 8 2015-2016 -
c) Best performance award for dance : 1 Best outgoing student award : 1 Quiz : 1
d) Awards/ achievements in sports: Particulars (Event Place Sl.No Name Level with date) won 2012-2013 Swimming (50M free 1 M. Sithick II District style) (14.8.2012) Swimming (100M 2 M. Sithick II District free style) (14.8.2012) 2014-2015 Athlete (26th and 27th 1 M. Sithick Silver District July 2014) Athlete (Semi Bronze 2 M. Sithick Conduct) (26th and State Medal 27th July 2014) Athlete (Full Conduct) Gold 3 M. Sithick (26th and 27th State Medal July2014) Karate (11th and 12th National 4 M. Sithick III October 2014) 5 M. Sithick Karate (7,8.2.2015) II National Karate (22nd and 23ed 6 M. Sithick I International February 2015)
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24. List of eminent academicians and Scientists / visitors to the department: Sl. No Date Name and Designation Dr. S. Siva Sankaran, Assistant Professor in 1 09-09-2013 Commerce, S. T. Hindu College, Nagercoil. Dr. S. A. Deepa Azhageswari, Assistant Professor in 2 09-04-2014 Commerce, Muslim Arts College, Thiruvithancode. Dr. S. Siva Sankaran, Assistant Professor in 3 28-10-2014 Commerce, S. T. Hindu College, Nagercoil. Dr. T. M. Padbanabhan, Associate Professor in 4 6-10- 2015 Commerce, S. T. Hindu College, Nagercoil.
25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: a) National : Nil b) International : Nil
26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Academic Applications Enrolled Pass Course Year received Selected *M *F percentage 2011 -2012 95 62 28 34 36 2012 -2013 83 61 30 31 42 B. Com (CA) 2013 -2014 85 62 44 18 40 2014 - 2015 97 64 23 41 29 2015 -2016 89 56 24 32 - 2011 -2012 42 30 21 9 67.8 2012 -2013 36 30 26 4 82.1 M. Com 2013 -2014 44 25 6 19 89.25 2014 -2015 26 23 7 16 100 2015 -2016 28 19 4 15 - 2011 -2012 20 15 4 11 93.33 2012 -2013 28 15 - 15 93.33 M. Phil. 2013 -2014 28 15 - 15 100 (Commerce) 2014 -2015 19 15 - 15 - 2015 -2016 14 14 - 14 -
27. Diversity of Students: Name of the Academic % of % of students % of students Course Year students from other from abroad from the States same state 2011 -2012 100 Nil Nil B. Com (CA) 2012 -2013 100 Nil Nil
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2013 -2014 100 Nil Nil 2014 -2015 100 Nil Nil 2015- 2016 100 Nil Nil 2011 -2012 100 Nil Nil 2012 -2013 100 Nil Nil M. Com 2013 -2014 100 Nil Nil 2014 -2015 100 Nil Nil 2015- 2016 100 Nil Nil 2011 -2012 100 Nil Nil M. Phil 2012 -2013 100 Nil Nil 2013 -2014 100 Nil Nil 2014 -2015 100 Nil Nil
2015- 2016 100 Nil Nil
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defence services, etc.? Nil
29. Student progression: Against % enrolled Student progression 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015 UG to PG - - 13% 2% UG to CA - - - 2% PG to M.Phil. - - - - PG to Ph.D. - - - - Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral - - - - Employed • Campus selection 5% 5% 2% 3%
• Other than campus recruitment - - - - Entrepreneurship/ - Self-employment - - -
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities: a) Library:
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Central Library is equipped with subject books, project reports, journals and e-resources. b) Internet facilities for Staff and Students: Available at Central Library and ICT Laboratory of free cost. c) Class rooms with ICT Facility: Lecture hall - 1 d) Laboratories: Computer Laboratory with 31 Computers. Compaq – 17, HP – 4, Samsung- 7, Samtran – 2, Sonic – 1 with higher configuration.
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, Government and other agencies: Scholarship Postmatric for the Scholarship Children of Scholarship Scholarship Postmatric for Agriculture for for Students Scholarship Year Scheduled Labourers Children of from for Total Caste and Farmers Beedi Minority Scheduled Converted by workers Communities Caste Christian Government of Tamil Nadu 2011- - - - - 6 6 2012 2012- 10 - - - 23 33 2013 2013- 2 - - - 1 3 2014 2014- - - - 2 4 6 2015
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops /Seminar) with external experts: Sl. Date Name of the expert with designation Topic No Dr. S. Siva Sankaran, Entrepreneurial 1 9.9.2013 Assistant Professor of Commerce, Avenues S. T. Hindu College, Nagercoil. Dr. S.A. Deepa Azhageswari, 2 9.4.2014 Assistant Professor of Commerce, Retail Marketing Muslim Arts College, Thiruvithancode. Dr. S. Siva Sankaran, Introduction of 3 28.10.2014 Assistant Professor of Commerce, Income Tax Law S. T. Hindu College, Nagercoil. and Practices Dr. T. M. Padbanabhan Research 4 6.10.2015 Associate Professor in Commerce Methodology
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S. T. Hindu College, Nagercoil. 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Bridge course is conducted for the first degree students Class room interaction Guest lectures Preparation of Handbooks and question banks
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Year Number of students Kind of extension Activity 2010-2011 1 Blood Donation 2014-2015 1 Blood Donation
36. SWOC analysis of the department:
Strength A team of faculty with dedication Inter department relationship maintained by the department is mutually beneficial Motivation to students
Weakness Updating subject knowledge needs a thrust Less exposure to academic forums by faculty Frequent fluctuation in pass rate
Opportunities Faculty can pursue Ph. D Scope to offer more value added courses Students can do better in examinations Internship can be arranged
Challenges Socio economic background of the students
Future Plan To arrange Entrepreneur‘s meet to give training for PG and final UG students. To organise National Seminars.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE (Self - Financed)
1. Name of the department : Computer Science
2. Year of Establishment : 2009
3. Name of the Programme offered : B.Sc. Computer Science 4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: a) Course Department Involved Tamil Tamil English English Non Major Elective English
b) Interdisciplinary courses and the departments involved: Department Sl. No Title of the paper Beneficiaries Involved Discrete Computer 1 I B. Sc. Computer Science Mathematics Science Resource Computer 2 Management II B. Sc. Computer Science Science Techniques
c) Non - Major Elective opted by our students: Sl. Department Title of the paper Semester Beneficiaries No Involved General English for II B. Sc. Computer 1 Competitive III English Science Examination II B. Sc. Computer 2 Business English IV English Science
5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise): Semester under Choice Based Credit System
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: a) Allied papers offered by the Department: Sl. No Title of the paper Semester Beneficiaries 1 Introduction to Basics of Computer I I B. Com (CA) 2 Office Automation II I B. Com (CA) 3 Page Maker and Photoshop III II B. Com (CA) 4 Corel Draw with Application IV II B. Com (CA)
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b) Non - Major Elective offered by the Department : Sl. No Title of the paper Semester Beneficiaries 1 Introduction to Computer III II B.A English (SF)
c) Skilled papers offered by the Department: Sl. No Title of the paper Semester Beneficiaries 1 Introduction to HTML III II B. Com (CA) 2 Introduction to DBMS IV II B. Com (CA)
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc: Nil
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reason: Nil
9. Number of Teaching post: Designation Sanctioned Filled Assistant Professor 6 6
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,):
No. of Name Qualification Designation Specialization Years of Experience Assistant Ms. C. Kavitha MCA., M. Phil Java 5 Professor M.S Assistant Ms.T.Dhanalakshmy (IT&E_Com)., Visual Basic 5 Professor M. Phil MCA., M. Phil., Assistant Mr. S. Rajesh Java 4 B. Ed Professor MCA., M. Phil., Assistant Mr. P. Suresh Networking 4 CHMS Professor Assistant Software Ms. M.S. Kavitha MCA., M. Phil 1 Professor Engineering
Ms. Pillai Archana Assistant M. Sc., M. Phil Networking 1 Babu Rajendranath Professor
11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil
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12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil
13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise): Name of the Student – Number of Number of Programme Year Teachers Students Teachers Ratio B.Sc (Computer 2015-2016 138 6 23:1 Science)
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled: Academic support staff Sanctioned Filled (technical) Lab Assistant 1 1 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil / PG: Sl. No Name of the Teaching Faculty Qualification 1 Ms. C. Kavitha M. C. A., M. Phil 2 Ms. T. Dhanalakshmy M.S (IT&E_Com)., M. Phil 3 Mr. S. Rajesh M. C. A., M. Phil., B. Ed 4 Mr. P. Suresh M. C. A., M. Phil., CHMS 5 Ms. M.S. Kavitha M. C. A., M. Phil 6 Ms. Pillai Archana Babu Rajendranath M.Sc., M. Phil
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil
17. Departmental projects funded by DST - FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil
18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: Nil
19. Publications: Publication per faculty Nil Number of papers published in Peer Reviewed Journals Nil (National / International) by Faculty and students Number of publications listed in International database Nil Monographs Nil Chapter in Books Nil Books Edited Nil
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Books with ISBN / ISSN numbers with details of publishers Nil Citation Index Nil SNIP, SJR Nil Impact Factor Nil h- index Nil
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil
21. Faculty as members in: a) National committees : Nil b) International Committees : Nil c) Editorial Boards…. : Nil
22. Student projects: a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: Since 2014-2015 onwards, the project paper has been revised as software development lab. Projects as well as software development, span a range of topics from theoretical studies and the limits of computation to the practical issues of implementing computing in software.
Name of the Name of the Percentage Batch Semester Programme Paper of students
2009 - 2012 Project VI 100% 2010 - 2013 Project VI 100% B. Sc (Computer Science) 2011 - 2014 Project VI 100% Software 2012 - 2015 VI 100% Development Lab b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies: Nil
23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students: Our institution encourages prospective students by conferring with title, ― Best Outgoing Student‖ Students with academic excellence and remarkable achievements in co-curricular and extra-curricular are honored. Our student, K. Naga Surya is the receiver for the year 2013-2014.
Proficiency List of Students (Merit Certificate and Prize): Year Number of Prizes
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2011 -2012 - 2012 -2013 3 2013 -2014 3 2014 -2015 5 2015 -2016 12
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department: Purpose: To enrich the curriculum transaction. To impart practical knowledge. Sl. Date No Name of Visitors Mr. K. Pazhani Kumar, Assistant Professor Department of 1 10.04.2014 Computer Science, S.T. Hindu College, Nagercoil 2 28.10.2014 Mrs. J. Anisha, Apollo Computer Education, Nagercoil 3 24.01.2015 Mr. T. RadhaKrishnan, Alpha Institution, Nagercoil 31.01.2015 4 and Ms. R. Viji, Alpha Institution, Nagercoil 07.02.2015 Mr. R. Roy Mon, Managing Director of Innovative 5 26.09.2015 Solutions, Chettikulam, Nagercoil. Mr.T. S. Sreenivasan, Associate Professor, 6 12.10.2015 Department of Computer Applications, S.T. Hindu College,
Nagercoil.
25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National : Nil b) International : Nil
26. Student profile programme/course wise: Enrolled Name of the Applications Year * Pass programme received Selected *F M percentage 2011-12 58 42 10 32 74 2012-13 59 41 09 32 78 B. Sc. (Computer 2013-14 91 48 8 40 88 Science) 2014-15 93 46 8 38 89 2015-16 90 48 12 36 - *M = Male *F = Female
27. Diversity of Students:
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% of % of % of students Name of the students students Year from the same Course from other from state States abroad 2011-12 100 % ------2012-13 100 % ------B.Sc. (Computer Science ) 2013-14 100 % ------2014-15 100 % ------2015-16 100 % ------
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.?
Name of the Name of the competitive Sl. No Batch Student Examination Bank Recruitment Board 1 C. Raja Gopal 2009-2012 Examination
29. Student progression: Against % enrolled Student progression 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015
UG to PG 51 78 67 73 PG to M.Phil. 2 - - - PG to Ph.D. - - - - Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral - - - - Employed • Campus selection 12 - - - • Other than campus
recruitment (Private 15 14 13 12 Sector) Entrepreneurship/ - - - - Self-employment
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities: a) Library Central Library
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b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Available at Central Library and ICT Lab, of free cost c) Class rooms with ICT facility Lecture Hall d) Laboratories Computer Laboratory - Software like C, C++, Java, Oracle, VB, Flash, Dream Weaver, Adobe Photoshop, PageMaker, CorelDraw are widely used
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, Government or other agencies: Scholarship Postmatric for the Scholarship Scholarship Scholarship Postmatric Children of for for for Students Scholarship Agriculture Year Scheduled Children of from for Total Labourer and Caste Beedi Minority Scheduled Farmers by Converted workers Communities Caste Government of Christian Tamil Nadu 2011------2012 2012- - - - - 2 2 2013 2013- - - - 1 2 3 2014 2014- 1 - - 1 3 5 2015
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops /seminar) with external experts:
I. Bridge Course for UG-First degree Computer Science makes the students familiar with the course. Handbooks on subject terminology are prepared.
Sl. No Academic Year Date Time duration 22.06.2015 to 1 2015 - 2016 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm 26.06.2015
II. Guest Lectures Sl. Name of the external Expert with Date Topic No designation Mr. K. Pazhani Kumar, Assistant 1 10.04.2014 Professor, Department of Web Technology Computer Science,
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S.T. Hindu College, Nagercoil Mrs. J. Anisha, Apollo Computer 2 28.10.2014 Recent Trends in IT Education, Nagercoil Mr.T. S. Sreenivasan, Associate Professor, Database Management 3 12.10.2015 Department of Computer System Applications, S.T. Hindu College, Nagercoil.
III. Industrial Visits and Educational Industrial Visits: Sl. Academic Year Date Industry Visited and Place No Sun Paper Mill Ltd, 1 2010 - 2011 11.02.2011 Cheranmagadevi. Kudankulam Nuclear Power 2 2013 - 2014 04.01.2014 Station, Tirunelveli.
Educational Tours: Sl. Academic Year Date Place Visited No 16.03.2012 to 1 2011 - 2012 Ooty, Black Thunder 18.03.2012 28.02.2013 to 2 2012 - 2013 Ooty, Black Thunder 02.03.2013 14.03.2014 to 3 2013 - 2014 Yercaud, Hogenakkal 16.03.2014 06.03.2015 to 4 2014 - 2015 Ooty, Black Thunder 08.03.2015
IV. Affordable Training Programmes in self-employment Sl. Academic Name of the Date Resource Person No Year Programme 1 Caring and Service Mr. T. RadhaKrishnan, 18.12.2014 Center for Mobile Miss. R. Viji, 2014-2015 to Phones Alpha Institution, 07.02.2015 Nagercoil 2 Assembling of Mr. R. Roy Mon, 03.09.2015 Hardware Managing Director of 2015-2016 to Components Innovative Solutions, 26.09.2015 Chettikulam, Nagercoil.
V. Computer Literacy Programme for Non – Computer students Sl. Academic Theory Classes Practical Classes Batch No Year Handled Handled
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07.01.2015 to 22.01.2015 to 1 2014 - 2015 I 20.01.2015 30.01.2015 16.02.2015 to 26.02.2015 to 2 2014 - 2015 II 24.02.2015 06.03.2015 29.06.2015 to 08.07.2015 to 3 2015 - 2016 I 03.07.2015 17.07.2015 05.08.2015 to 24.08.2015 to 4 2015 - 2016 II 24.08.2015 30.09.2015
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Using ICT for few classes. Group work like preparing Hand Book, Question Bank. Interactive classes. Assignments. Motivating to use Library Sources. Feedback mechanism.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities Nil
35. SWOC analysis of the department
Strength: The diversity and depth of our curricular activities provide a solid foundation for teaching across the discipline and its application. Immediate Employability. Weakness: Students from marginalized section of the society with little competency. Opportunities:
Enriching academic proficiency of the faculty. Organising symposium and seminars. Organising new academic events related to modern computer age. Challenges: Getting funded projects for self – financed departments. Reluctance on the part of students for free movement. Fluctuating demand in Industry.
Future Plans: Upgrading Teachers‘ Qualification. Imparting training programmes related to advancements in the field of Computer Science and IT. To improve the teaching by NET based methodologies.
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DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH (Self - Financed)
1. Name of the department : English
2. Year of Establishment : Course Year B. A English Literature 2012 M.A English Literature 2015
3. Names of the Programmes offered: B.A English Literature M.A English Literature
4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: a) Course Department Involved Tamil Tamil Non-Major Electives Tamil and Computer Science
b) Inter-disciplinary courses and the department involved: Nil
c) Non- Major Electives opted by our Students: Sl Title of the Department Semester Beneficiaries No Paper Involved 1 Tourism III II B.A English Tamil Introduction to Computer 2 III II B.A English Computers Science 3 Human Rights IV II B.A English Tamil
5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise): B.A. English Literature Semester under Choice Based Credit System M.A. English Literature Semester under Choice Based Credit System
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: Part II English offered by the Department Sl. Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries No I B.Com (C.A) and I B.Sc 1 Part II English I & II Computer Science
Non-Major Electives offered by the Department: Sl. Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries No
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General English for II B.Com (C.A) and B.Sc 1 Competitive III Computer Science Examinations II B.Com (C.A) and B.Sc 2 Business English IV Computer Science 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc: Nil
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil
9. Number of Teaching posts: Designation Sanctioned Filled Assistant Professor 8 8 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,): Pursuing No. of years Ph.D with Name Qualification Designation Specialization of date of Experience registration Ms. J. Blesslin M. A., Assistant British 22-09-2011 Diamond M. Phil., Professor Literature 6 (Reg. No: B. Ed 5430) Ms. S.M. M. A., Assistant Indian Writing 26-06-2011 Padmaja M. Phil., Professor in English 5 (Reg. No: PGDCA 8284) Mr. R. M. A., Assistant Indian Writing Jagadeeswaran M. Phil., Professor in English 3 Nil B. Ed Ms.K.J. Shalini M. A., Assistant Indian Writing Nil M. Phil Professor in English 1 Mr.B. M.A., M. Assistant Indian Writing Jefferson Phil Professor in English 1 Nil Ms.C.M. M. A.,B. Ed., Assistant Canadian Gomathy M. Phil., Professor Literature 1 Nil Krishna D. COP., PGDCA Ms. N. M. A., Assistant British Rajalakshmi M. Phil., Professor Literature 2 Nil M. Ed Ms.R.Abisha M. A., Assistant African Greeni M. Phil Professor Literature - Nil
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11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil
13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise): Number of Number of Programme Year Ratio Students Teachers B. A English 6 190 32:1 Literature 2015 -2016 Part II (English) 2015 -2016 104 2 52:1 M. A English 2 20 10:1 Literature 2015 -2016 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled: Nil
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil / PG: Sl.No Name Qualification 1 Ms.J.Blesslin Diamond M.A., M.Phil., B.Ed., 2 Mrs.S.M.Padmaja M.A., M.Phil., PGDCA., 3 Mr.R.Jagadeeswaran M.A., M.Phil., B.Ed., 4 Ms.K.J.Shalini M.A., M.Phil., 5 Mr.B.Jefferson M.A., M.Phil., M.A., B.Ed., M.Phil., D. Cop., 6 Ms.C.M.Gomathy Krishna PGDCA., 7 Mrs.N.Rajalakshmi M.A., M.Phil., M.Ed., 8 Ms.R.Abisha Greeni M.A., M.Phil.,
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil
17. Departmental projects funded by DST - FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil
18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: Nil
19. Publications: Publication per faculty 0.125
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Number of papers published in Peer Reviewed Journals (National 1 / International) by Faculty and students Number of publications listed in International database Nil Monographs Nil Chapter in Books 2 Books Edited Nil Books with ISBN / ISSN numbers with details of publishers Nil Citation Index Nil SNIP, SJR Nil Impact Factor Nil h- index Nil
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil
21. Faculty as members in a) National committees : Nil b) International Committees : Nil c) Editorial Boards…. : Nil
22. Student projects : Nil a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: Nil b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies: Nil
23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students: Nil
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the Department Purpose: To enrich the curriculum transaction To promote the habit of News Reading and to design model news papers. To focus on those areas of English usage to the Indian learners of English. Sl. Date Name of the Visitors No 1 31.10.2014 Mr. C. Bibin Sam, Assistant Professor, Department of English, Sivanthi Adithanar College, Nagercoil. 2 07.02.2015 Dr. J.P.James Marshal, A1-TV Channel, Nagercoil.
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3 22.06.2015 to Ms. L. Priyadarshini, B.Com Alumna 26.06.2015 4 22.06.2015 to Mr.R. Nagarajan, B.Sc Alumnus 26.06.2015 5 1.10.2015 Dr. T. S. Azhagiya Nayagi, Associate Professor, Rani Anna College, Tirunelveli 6 13.10.2015 Dr. S. Managaiyarkarasi, Assistant Professor, Department of English, S.T Hindu College, Nagercoil
25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding : a) National : Nil b) International : Nil
26. Student profile programme/course wise: Enrolled Pass Name of the Applications Percentage programme Year Selected Received * * and Year of
M F Completion 2012 - 2013 93 64 - 64 - B. A English 2013 -2014 92 64 - 64 - Literature 2014 - 2015 112 64 - 64 85.7% 2015 - 2016 113 62 - 62 - M. A. English 2015 - 2016 74 20 - 20 - Literature *M = Male *F = Female
27. Diversity of Students: % of % of Name of % of students students students the Year from the same from other from Course state states abroad 2012 - 13 100% - - B.A English 2013 - 14 100% - - Literature 2014 - 15 100% - - 2015 - 16 100% - -
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? Nil
29. Student progression:
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Against % enrolled Student progression 2014-2015 UG to PG 27% UG to B. Ed 52% PG to M.Phil. - PG to M. Ed - PG to Ph.D. - Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral - Employed - • Campus selection -
• Other than campus recruitment - Entrepreneurship/Self- - employment
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities: a) Library Central Library b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Available at the Central Library and ICT Lab, of free cost c) Class rooms with ICT facility Lecture Hall-1 d) Laboratories Nil
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from c ollege, university, government or other agencies: Postmatric Scholarship for Scholarship the Children of Postmatric Scholarship Scholarship for for Agriculture Scholarship for Children Students from Year Scheduled Labourer and for Total of Beedi Minority Caste Farmers by Scheduled workers Communities Converted Government of Caste Christian Tamil Nadu
2012- - - - - 1 1 2013
2013- - - - 4 2 6 2014
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2014- - - - 12 2 14 2015
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops /seminar) with external experts: I. Bridge Course on General English for I-degree B.Com (C.A), B.Sc (C.S) and B.A English II. Bridge Course on subject for I - degree B.A English III. Guest Lectures Sl. Date Name of the External Expert with Topic No designation Mr. C. Bibin Sam, Assistant Professor Age of Hardy and 31.10.2014 1 in English, Sivanthi Adithanar College, Modern Age Nagercoil DR. T.S. Alagiya Nayagi, Associate Sri Aurobindo‘s 1.10.2015 Professor, Rani Anna College, ―Savitri‖ 2 Tirunelveli Dr. S. Managaiyarkarasi, 13.10.2015 Assistant Professor, Canadian Literature 3 Department of English, S.T Hindu College, Nagercoil
IV. Industrial Visits and Educational Industrial Visit: Sl.No Academic Year Date Industry Visited and Place 1 2013 -2014 04 -01-2014 Kudankulam Nuclear Power Station, Tirunelveli. Educational Tour: Sl.No Academic Year Date Place Visited 1 2014 - 2015 06 -03 -2015 to Ooty, Black Thunder 08 -03 -2015
V. Affordable Training Programmes provide adaptive and positive behaviour that enable individuals to deal effectively with the demands and challenges of everyday life. Sl. Academic Date Name of the Resource Person No Year Programme 1 2014 - 22.02.2015 Competent News Dr. J.P.James Marshal 2015 to Reader and Compere in ―A One TV‖ Channel, 9.02.2015 Local Channels Nagercoil. (For handling practical class) 2 2014 - 11.02.2015 Designing a Layout for
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2015 to Printing - 27.02.2015 3 2014 - 03.09.2015 Communicative English 2015 to - 30.10.2015
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Classroom Learning Group Discussion Role Playing Assignments Guest Lectures
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Nil 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans:
STRENGTH Peaceful Environment. Dedicated Faculty Members. Effective monitoring system for the students.
WEAKNESS Effect on culture of students of nearby rural area. The entry level course for students with low English proficiency.
OPPORTUNITIES Providing the education for rural background students centered on the language skills. Participation in Seminar and Literary festivals.
CHALLENGES To improve the students skill to fulfill the aspiration of the stake holders.
FUTURE PLANS
Enhancing academic qualification of the Faculty. Equipping students with substantive skills for competent and Effective Communication. Promote the students personal and academic development. To conduct high level Seminars.
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DEPARTMENT OF TAMIL (Self - Financed)
1. Name of the department : Tamil- General Tamil- Supportive Department
2. Year of Establishment : June 2008
3. Name of the Programme offered : Nil
4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Nil
5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise): Semester under Choice Based Credit System
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: Sl.No Title of the Paper Semester Beneficiaries I B.Com (C.A), I B.Sc 1 Part – I General Tamil I,II,III,IV (C.S), I B.A (Eng) and II B.A(Eng) I B.Com (C.A), I B.Sc 2 Part IV EVS I (C.S) Part – IV Social Value I B.Com (C.A), I B.Sc 3 II Education (C.S) Non – Major Elective 4 III II B.A English Tourism Non – Major Elective 5 Human Rights IV II B.A English Skill Based Subject -
6 Personality V III B.Com (C.A) Development
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc: Nil
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil
9. Number of Teaching posts: Designation Sanctioned Filled Assistant Professor 2 2
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,):
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No. of Name Qualification Designation Specialization Years of Experience M.A., M.Phil., Assistant S.Wishva Ilakkanam 2 B.Ed., DEP., CGT Professor S.Anitha M.A., M.Phil., Assistant Ilakiyam 1 Rani B.Ed., DJ., CGT Professor
11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil
13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise):
Number of Number of Programme Year Ratio Students Teachers Part I (Tamil) 2015 -2016 230 2 115:1 Part IV (EVS, 104 2 2015 -2016 52:1 SVE) Non-Major 49 1 2015 -2016 46:1 Elective
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Nil
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil / PG: Sl. No Name of the Teaching Faculty Qualification 1 Ms. S. Wishva M. A., M. Phil., B.Ed., DEP.,CGT 2 Mrs.S. Anitha Rani M. A., M. Phil., B. Ed., DJ., CGT
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil
17. Departmental projects funded by DST - FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil
18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: Nil
19. Publications:
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Publication per faculty 3 Number of papers published in Peer Reviewed Journals (National / Nil International) by Faculty and students Number of publications listed in International database Nil Monographs Nil Chapter in Books 6 Books Edited Nil Books with ISBN / ISSN numbers with details of publishers Nil Citation Index Nil SNIP, SJR Nil Impact Factor Nil h- index Nil
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil
21. Faculty as members in a) National committees : Nil b) International Committees : Nil c) Editorial Boards…. : Nil
22. Student projects: a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme Nil
b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies Nil
23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students: Nil
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department: Nil
25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: a) National : Nil b) International : Nil
26. Student profile programme/course wise: Nil
27. Diversity of Students: Nil
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28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? Nil
29. Student progression: Nil
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities: a) Library Central Library b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Available at Central Library and ICT Lab, of free cost c) Class rooms with ICT facility Lecture hall – 1
d) Laboratories Nil
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, Government or other agencies: Nil
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops /seminar) with external experts: Nil
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Group works. Interactive classes. Assignments and album preparation. Motivating to use Library Sources.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Nil
35. SWOC analysis of the department: Strength Dedicated staff members Involving students in the programmes both on campus and outside campus. Skill of updating subject knowledge. Weakness Little efforts in organising Exclusive programmes
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Opportunities Programme in Tamil can be initiated Value add on courses can be offered Challenges Students with limited exposure and aptitude Future Plans To organise national conferences. To enhance educational qualification of the faculty.
DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY
1. Name of the department : Library
2. Year of Establishment : 1967
3. Name of the Programme offered : Nil
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Nil
5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise): Nil
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: Nil
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: Nil
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil
9. Number of Teaching posts: Designation Sanctioned Filled Librarian 1 1
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,):
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No. of Name Qualification Designation Specialization Years of Experience Dr. N. M.A.,M.L.I.S., 20 years Librarian Digital Library Selvaganapathi M.Phil., Ph.D
11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil
13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise): Nil
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Library Assistant: Sanctioned Filled 1 1 - Temporary
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil / PG: Name of the Staff Qualification
Dr. N. Selvaganapathi M.A.,M.L.I.S., M.Phil, Ph.D
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil
17. Departmental projects funded by DST - FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil
18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: Nil
19. Publications: Publication per faculty 2 Number of papers published in Peer Reviewed Journals (National / 2 International) by Faculty and students Number of publications listed in International database 1 Monographs Nil
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Chapter in Books 3 Books Edited Nil Books with ISBN / ISSN numbers with details of publishers Nil Citation Index Nil SNIP, SJR Nil Impact Factor Nil h- index Nil
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil
21. Faculty as members in: a)National committees : Nil b) International Committees : Nil c) Editorial Boards… : Nil
22. Student projects:
a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: Nil b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies: Nil
23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students: Nil
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department: Sl. Date of Visits Name of the Visitors No 12-10-2013,15-11-2013 Dr. M. Alphonse Nathaniel, Rtd. Professor, 1 08-12-2013,03-02-2014 Department of Tamil, 15-09-2014, 21-01-2015 Pioneer Kumaraswamy College, Nagercoil Prof. K. Sreetharan , Rtd. Professor, 18-06-2015, 19-06-2015 2 Department of Chemistry, 24-06-2015 Pioneer Kumaraswamy College, Nagercoil 3 25-09-2015 Roderic William Kyle Scott, Scotland
25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized and the source of funding: a) National - Nil b) International - Nil
26. Student profile programme/course wise:
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Not Applicable
27. Diversity of Students: Not Applicable
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.?: Not applicable
29. Student progression Not Applicable
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities: a) Library 2700 Sqfts of areas
b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Available for staff and students, free of cost. Member of UGC- INFLIBNET- N-List also. c) Class rooms with ICT One lecture Hall d) Laboratories Nil
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, Government or other agencies: Nil
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts: Sl. No. Kind of Programme Organized by
1 Orientation 2 Test on Events of the Year, Quiz, Group Discussion Department of 3 Training for Aspirants- Library How to prepare for UGC-NET Examination & Competition Examination 4 Display – New Arrivals
As the co-ordinator of the Circle for Knowledge Drive, Dr. N. Selvaganapathi has arranged lectures to enrich the students. Details given below: Name of the Date of Lecture Resource Designation Topic programme Person
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Former Principal, Dr. James R. Inaugural I Scott Christian 15-07-2015 Daniel Address College, Nagercoil Former Dr. S. Principal, Science on Ramalingom Vivekananda II day to day 22-07-2015 (Alumnus) College life Agasteeswaram Nagercoil Introduction Mr. S. R. B.E., M.D., in III to SUJOKK 29-07-2015 Kishor Acupuncture Treatment Young
Scientist, Ms. Masha Promoting IV National and 03-08-2015 Nazeem Sprit of International Inquiry Awardee Dr. N. Faculties of the Selvaganapathi, College How to tap Dr. P. Pioneer V the e- 12-07-2015 Palanisamy and Kumaraswamy resources Dr. R. Devi College, Magdalin Nagercoil Student Members of the
Circle for Group Strategies to lead the Knowledge 19-08-2015 Discussion Parliamentary sessions Drive, Pioneer without obstacles Kumaraswamy College, Nagercoil. Mr. N. Senthil Kumar Manager VI Functions of Central Bank 27-08-2015 Reserve Bank of India Chennai Faculty from Indian Institute Training Class for Aptitude VII 04-09-2015 of Banking Exam and Bank Exam (IIB)
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XIII Titles of field projects at micro level to be Project 09-09-2015 carried out by the students as a member of Circle for Knowledge Drive
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Not applicable
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Nil
35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans:
Strength Pro-active Library Advisory Committee Membership in N-List – UGC-INFLIBNET Support services for Library Users – like arranging Orientation, Trainings, Aptitude Tests, Question Banks and News Clippings Honoring the Best Library user and the Best Volunteer Weakness Lounge area for browsing and relaxed reading need to be extended IT zone for accessing e-resources need a thrust Number of supportive staff can be increased Opportunities Book –bank facilities can be improved Support for aspirants to appear for competitive examination Scope to offer more value added courses Challenge Students with little scope in exposure and skill in communication Future Plans Conducting In-service programmes at regional level seminars Strengthening institutional repositories Offering value added courses.
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DECLARATION BY THE HEAD OF THE INSTITUTION
I certify that the data included in this Self -Study Report (SSR) are true to the best of my knowledge.
This SSR is prepared by the institution after internal discussions, and no part thereof has been outsourced.
I am aware that the Peer team will validate the information provided in this SSR during the Peer team visit.
Place: Nagecoil Signature of the Head of the Institution Date : 20-01-2016
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CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE
This is to certify that PIONEER KUMARASWAMY COLLEGE, Nagercoil-629 003, fulfils all norms
1. Stipulated by the affiliating University and / or 2. Regulatory Council/Body [such as UGC, NCTE, AICTE, DCI, BCI, etc.] and 3. The affiliation and recognition is valid as on date.
In case the affiliation / recognition is conditional, then a detailed enclosure with regard to compliance of conditions by the institution will be sent.
It is noted that NAAC‘s accreditation, if granted, shall stand cancelled automatically, once the institution loses its University affiliation or Recognition by the Regulatory Council, as the case may be.
In case the undertaking submitted by the institution is found to be false then the accreditation given by NAAC is liable to be withdrawn. It is also agreeable that the undertaking given to NAAC will be displayed on the college website.
Date : 20-01-2016 Principal/Head of the Institution Place : Nagercoil (Name and Signature with Office seal)
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ANNEXURE (i)
THE DOCUMENTARY PROOF OF UPLOADING THE AISHE INFORMATION
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ANNEXURE (ii)
LETTER FROM UNIVERSITY REGARDING AFFILIATION
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ANNEXURE (iii)
Consolidated List of Colleges under 2(f)/12(B)- file:///D:/Welcome to UGC, New Delhi, India, Page 1of 5
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ANNEXURE (iv)
CERTIFICATE OF MANONMANIAM SUNDARNAR UNIVERSITY, TIRUNELVELI -reg- RECOGNISED UNDER SECTION 2(f) AND 12(B) OF THE UGC ACT, 1956
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ANNEXURE (v)
CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION UNDER 2(f) AND 12(B) FROM UGC
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ANNEXURE (vi)
LATEST GRANT CERTIFICATE
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ANNEXURE (vii)
IEQA APPLICATION SUBMITTED TO NAAC
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ANNEXURE (viii)
PHOTO COPY OF INSTITUTION‘S MASTER PLAN
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