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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Sl .No Chapters Number 1 Executive Summary 6 – 19 2 Profile of the University 20 – 32 3 Criterion I : Curricular Aspects 33 – 57 4 Criterion II : Teaching-Learning and Evaluation 58 – 88 Criterion III : Research, Consultancy and 5 89 – 148 Extension Criterion IV : Infrastructure and Learning 6 149 – 170 Resources 7 Criterion V : Student Support and Progression 171 – 211
Criterion VI : Governance, Leadership and 8 212 – 235 Management
9 Criterion VII : Innovation & Best Practices 236 – 251 10 Annexures 11 Abbreviations
12 Declaration by the Head of the Institution
13 Statement of Compliance LIST OF ANNEXURES
File Name Annexure Q. No Details
Executive Summary Nil
Annexure 1 6.a. & 7 MHRD Notifications University Profile Recognition details for Annexure 2 22 Engineering, MBA and MCA Criterion -I Nil Criterion -II Nil Criterion -III Nil Criterion -IV Nil Criterion –V Nil Income & Expenditure for the Annexure 3 6.4.4 Criterion -VI last 4 years Annexure 4 6.4.6 Corpus fund details Criterion –VII Nil
NAAC for Quality and Excellence in Higher Education 5 Executive Summary
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Introduction
Jain University was declared as a Deemed to be University in December 2008 and commenced its academic programmes in 2009-10. Over the last six years, the University has made conscious and concerted efforts to build on its strengths and consolidate its achievements.
The University chose for itself a Vision to `Foster Human Development through Excellence in Quality Education, Research and Entrepreneurial Development`. The Mission Statement of the University states that it shall strive:
• To provide quality education, creating Human Assets and intellectual capital. • To enhance research and development in different disciplines. • To develop a new generation ofentrepreneurs who will be instrumental in fueling economic growth. • To create able Leaders, Managers and Technocrats. • To foster an ethical environment in which both spirit and skill will thrive based on human values, to enrich the quality of life.
The University is spread across five campuses and has established six different Faculties: Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Faculty of Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Faculty of Languages, Faculty of Commerce and Faculty of Management. The University has Research, Postgraduate and Undergraduate Programmes in all faculties. Each Faculty has carved out a niche for itself as a `space for educational excellence` in its chosen domain and has a stamp of `unique authenticity` adding tremendous academic value and quality to what goes to make the University today.
To briefly trace the history of Jain University, it began as Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain College at VV Puram in 1990. A ‘campus with a difference’, the institution offered traditional courses in the arts, commerce, science and management streams with an important ‘value added’ component both in terms of the `content` of education and more importantly in the `context` of learning. Aiming to create young citizens with a global outlook grounded in local reality, the academic ambience at the campus coupled with the exciting new innovations in learning methodologies made academic life at the campus creative in significantly unique ways. The institution came to be recognized as a `college’ that placed a premium on quality, innovation and excellence. As a response to the growing demands and pressures for admission, with the permission of Bangalore University separate campuses were set up at J.C.Road which focused on undergraduate programmes, one on Palace Road which became the management campus and a Postgraduate center at Jayanagar. With a view to provide professional engineering education in a salubrious academic environment, the Engineering College affiliated to VTU was setup at the Global Campus. Each of these institutions had a flavour of uniqueness with the stamp of quality and excellence clearly evident. No compromises were made in terms of providing state of the art
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facilities, recruiting the best, well qualified and motivated faculty and providing a slew of value added programmes in order to allow every learner to experience the unique joy of learning. Given the focus on higher education, quality research is consciously promoted at each of the institutions.
Academic Activities
Today, the Jain University has all its five campuses integrated into its fold. Each campus enriches the University in its own special way. There is a conscious effort to pool talent and resources strategically so that the learning process at different levels is enriched in the best possible way.
A range of courses across streams and disciplines are today offered in the University. At the undergraduate level, the University offers 28 programmes of which 12 are in innovative and emerging areas. Some of these include B.Tech in Aerospace Engineering, B.Sc in Interior Design, B.Sc in Animation and B.Sc. in Visual Effects. Mind Management and Human Values is taught for all undergraduate students as a compulsory Value Enhacing Course.
The University has 47 postgraduate courses including 02 postgraduate diploma programmes, of which 19 are in niche emerging and innovative areas. These include M.Tech in Aerospace Engineering (Aerospace Structures / Avionics / Propulsion), M.Tech in Energy Engineering / Energy Management & Climate Change Technology, M.Tech in Building Science & Technology (Multidisciplinary with Civil Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering and Mechanical Engineering), M.Tech. in Food Technology (Multidisciplinary with Engineering & Technology and Sciences), M.Sc in Storage and Cloud Technology, M.Sc. in Industrial Biotechnology, MBA in Entrepreneurship and M.B.A. in Aviation Business Management (Multidisciplinary with Engineering and Management).
The University has accorded primacy to research and has a rigorous and well structured Ph.D. programme in a wide range of disciplines. The latest UGC guidelines and norms have been strictly implemented. A clearly defined course work schedule for doctoral students, which involves 16 credits (240 hours) of face-to-face interaction has been put in place and provides the right foundation for developing the appropriate and congenial research ambience for a scholar. The course work includes a very effective skill development programme geared to meet the research and professional needs of scholars across domains. Scholars are encouraged to choose research problems which cut across research domains and the course work is used as a platform to provide the skill set they would need to undertake inter-disciplinary research. Given the strong premium on quality and innovation, four leading ICAR laboratories based at Bengaluru have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the University for collaboration in the doctoral programmes.
The M.Phil course is structured as a stepping stone to a full-fledged doctoral programme and has become very popular. The same rigour that is followed in the Doctoral programme applies for the M.Phil course also.
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The University has a Research Development Cell (RDC) chaired by the Vice-Chancellor which coordinates the research activities of the University. Recognizing the need to promote research in areas where the University faculty specialize, six Centres for Research have been created. While these six centres work in their chosen areas of specialization, individual faculty of the University work on research projects, present their research findings in prestigious conferences and seminars both internationally and nationally and publish papers in refereed research journals. All major and minor research proposals, organizing of international and national conferences / seminars / workshops and deputing faculty for conferences are coordinated by the RDC. The University is proud of the fact that since 2009 (till 31 March 2015), faculty and doctoral students of the University have published 415 papers in International Journals, 644 papers in National Journals. Out of the total 1059 publications 255 are in Scopus and 637 are listed in International Database. The total life time publications of the University faculty members are 2781. Faculty have presented papers in 266 International Conferences and 1376 National Conferences. The University has organized 17 International Conferences and Seminars and 97 National Conferences and Seminars. These Conferences and Seminars organized and papers presented are across all domains in the University. It is also important to record that the University faculty have filed for 24 patents. The University has completed 39 externally funded projects with an outlay of Rs. 218.05 Lakhs and has 49 ongoing projects with an outlay of Rs.1402.88 Lakhs. A project on “Application of emerging nanomaterials in Health, Energy & Water was sanctioned by DST with a grant of Rs. 2.2 crores on 22.07.2015. The University has 12 projects sponsored from industry to the tune of Rs. 217.62 Lakhs. In addition to this there are 38 consultancy projects with an outlay of Rs.240.51 Lakhs.
The University, especially through its Centres for Research has a tie up with leading universities, research institutions/laboratories and prestigious corporate bodies for undertaking research and consultancy.
All these initiatives are in consonance with the Mission statement that was crafted by the stakeholders of the University.
Research Centres
All the Post Graduate Departments of studies are actively involved in Research activities. In addition there are six dedicated Research Centres as follows: a) Center for Emerging Technologies (CET); b) Center for Research in Aerospace Engineering and Management (under IIAEM); c) Center for Disaster Mitigation (CDM); d) Center for Research in Social Sciences and Education (CERSSE); e) Center for Nano and Material Sciences (CNMS); f) The Center for Ancient History and Culture (CAHC). The University also has a Business Incubation Center called the Chenraj Roychand Center for Entrepreneurship (CRCE). The Center for Emerging Technologies (CET) is an innovative example of industry-academia interaction. It is housed at the Engineering Campus and focuses on research in the frontier areas of engineering, technology
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and science. It has a range of projects and consultancy programmes with prestigious research organizations and corporate bodies across the world. Its thrust areas of research include Autonomous and Intelligent Systems (Aero & Space, Marine, Terrestrial); MEMS, Materials, Nanobio Sciences and Engineering, Digital Signal Processing & Radio Frequency Communication, Rapid Prototyping and Coating, Water and Energy.
CET has completed 07 sponsored projects and has about 26 sponsored ongoing projects. It collaborates with reputed organizations like the DRDO, DST. DOS-ISRO, DAE, MOFPI and MNRE and TUV Rhineland. Faculty at the Center has published in leading journals and have also filed for patents. Its researchers have also developed products in collaboration with the industry. The Center also runs industry linked Masters Programmes.
The International Institute for Aerospace Engineering and Management (IIAEM) has a mission to generate high quality human resources in the field of Aerospace engineering and aviation business and aims at pursuing research excellence in the fields of aerospace engineering and aviation business. The special strength of the Institute is its orientation to meet industry needs through continuing education and enrichment programmes thus addressing the needs of practitioners. IIAEM is currently executing research projects in the areas of autonomous flights, structural health monitoring, structural damage mitigation, nano polymer composites, remote sensing using aerospace technologies and has sponsored projects from Aeronautics Research and Development Board under DRDO, on Structural Damage Mitigation. IIAEM has pursued collaborations with prominent international and national agencies such as the International Institute for Advanced Aerospace Technologies (IIAAT), St. Petersburg, Russia for joint development of static simulator, the Institut Aéronautiques et Spatial (IAS), Toulouse, France for capacity building assistance for industry and CSIR-NAL for Facility use, Flight test and student projects. The academic and research activities of the center is ably supported by various aerospace industries and National laboratories like Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL), National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), Defence Research & Development Organization (DRDO), Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and other leading aerospace organizations under the initiative of Society of Indian Aerospace Technologies & Industries (SIATI).
The Center for Disaster Mitigation (CDM) carries out research, teaching, testing and consultancy in the areas of Fire and Combustion, Earthquakes, Floods and Drought and Solid Waste Utilization.
It has a tie-up with the Underwriters Laboratory of the US for the setting up a fire testing and certification laboratory of global standards. Major projects are funded by Department of Science and Technology, Indian Institute of Science, Bhabha Atomic Research Center, Underwriters Laboratories and TYCO. The current activities include establishment of Indoor fire testing facility for UL, conducting regulatory open pool fire testing of transportation casks for radioactive materials for BARC. In the area of solid waste utilization, two new stove configurations with higher efficiency for clean
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combustion of processed biomass waste have been developed and filed for patent. The technologies have been transferred to manufacturers for product development. Major research work completed till now includes study of earthquakes that involves strong motion data analysis using intrinsic modes, development of stochastic critical earthquakes for safety sensitive structures, earthquake source modeling and soil amplification studies. In the area of rainfall and drought, an empirical mathematical model for time series of annual, seasonal and monthly rainfall in India, its homogeneous regions and subdivisions of Karnataka is being developed for one step ahead forecasting. Major completed projects include Statistical Analysis of Indian Monsoon Rainfall, Demonstration and Implementation of new biomass burning Device and Performance testing of IR detector controlled fog jet monitors.
The Center for Research in Social Sciences and Education (CERSSE) undertakes research in the fields of Democracy and Election studies, Federalism,Survey based research of public attitudes and developing and testing learner centered classroom dialogue materials. Its resources and expertise have been recognized by the Forum of Federations (The International Network on Federalism) and is involved in consultancy for constitutional design in the South Sudan and capacity building for transition to democracy and decentralization in Myanmar. The Center has carried out a several Train the Trainer (TOT) programmes and workshops funded by DFID (Canada) and Forum of Federations. CERSSE was assigned the task by the Karnataka Knowledge Commission to undertake the first ever survey based youth study in a state of India – Karnataka, to tap the aspirations, expectations and perceptions of the youth in the state. This study led to the Center being invited by the Government of Karnataka to participate in the drafting of the State Youth Policy with the Director of the Center nominated as the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the State Youth Policy. The Policy has since been gazetted by the Government of Karnataka and being implemented. The Center also partnered with WIPRO Technologies in creating MISSION10x, a intervention programme in Engineering education aimed at transforming the dynamics of the teaching learning processes in the engineering classroom. The objective of the programme was to develop in the engineer the skill set that the work place requires through classroom interaction.
The Center for Nano and Material Sciences (CNMS), focuses on activities on sustainable development to meet societal demands with respect to energy production, water treatment and health issues.
Some of its innovative projects include, design and development of a photoactive float for disinfection of water and elimination of emerging contaminants (pharmaceuticals, personal care products and endocrine disruptive chemicals); a nano filtration and reverse osmosis membrane based panels for complete elimination of heavy metals of serious concern such as cadmium, chromium, lead and arsenic; a quantum dot sensitized solar cell replacing dye molecules with a range of quantum dots stacked for an enhanced stability and multi excitation in third generation liquid junction solar cells; an electrochemical sensor to detect chromium, ammonia and phosphate; a low cost flexible-organic hybrid solar cell using polymer-fullerene based on donor acceptor antenna system; and a Design of nanoxide supported zeolite catalysts
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for enhancement of octane number in petroleum products. It presently has eight ongoing projects funded from DST (5), BRNS, MWS and MNRE.
The University has also recently established a Center for Research in Ancient History and Culture (CAHC) with a view to present an objective analysis of Ancient Indian History. The research work in the center intends to review scholarly works on Vedic culture and present Indian history in the right perspective. The thrust areas of research include Monographs on Indian Astronomy before Siddhantha Period, Manuscriptology and to bring out a three volume encyclopedia on technical- scientific terminologies used in ancient Indian literature.
The Chenraj Roychand Center for Entrepreneurship (CRCE) has done path-breaking work in providing strategic support and mentoring entrepreneurs venturing into business. 40 companies have been successfully incubated. The Center has developed the 21 step model to become an entrepreneur and has provided guidance and support to young entrepreneurs to give wings to their business ideas. As one of the Business Incubation Centres of the University, CRCE plays a critical role in realizing the goals set for itself by the University in terms of entrepreneurial development. Besides, the DST has approved financial support to the Technology Business Incubator (TBI) at Jain University. Alsthom, France has also pledged support to the TBI. A not-for-profit company, Jain University Incubation Centre has been incorporated for the purpose as stipulated by the DST, Govt of India.
Infrastructure The Jain University has created infrastructure that meets very high standards. Each of the campuses has all the physical assets necessary to run a quality educational institution. Aesthetically designed, all the buildings create an environment conducive to making learning an enjoyable, memorable and enriching experience. Some of the campuses are centrally air conditioned and all the institutions have well ventilated classrooms with state of the art facilities. Libraries and reading rooms are well stocked with relevant reading materials and digital resources. The laboratories have the required equipments for the conduct of experiments. Computer laboratories with latest systems with internet connectivity are available for use of faculty, researchers and other learners. Faculties are provided with facilities to prepare for the classes, conduct research and undertake other student outreach activities. Conference halls to conduct programmes for audience of different sizes are available in different campuses. The sports facilities that have been created at the University, especially at its Global Campus would rank among the best in terms of quality and capacity.
Faculty An important asset that the University is proud of is its faculty. Their level of commitment, depth of knowledge, sense of dedication and taking ownership for the institution makes them an invaluable and integral part of the system. They have multi tasking skills and see themselves as life long learners. The strong bonding among them makes team work possible and creates a healthy work environment. Jain University is proud of the fact that some of its faculty are leading
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researchers and scholars of international repute. Many of the junior faculty have been recognized for their potential for excellence. A few are recorded here. Dr. N. Sundararajan, the Vice Chancellor was nominated by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) to be Chairman for several NAAC Peer Committees for assessment of educational institutions. Dr. Sandeep Shastri, the Pro Vice Chancellor was nominated by the Government of Karnataka as the Chairman of the Drafting Committee to prepare the State Youth Policy. Dr. Choodamani Nandagopal, Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences was conferred the Karnataka Kalashri Award by the Government of Karnataka for her contribution to the fields of Art and Culture.Dr. Jayagopal Uchil, Director of Planning and Academics was nominated by the Government of Karnataka as a Member of the Karnataka Science and Technology Academy. Dr. Krishna Venkatesh, Dean of Research was conferred the Senator of Technology Award by SME, Germany.Prof. NVH Krishnan, Registrar – Jain University and Faculty members of CMS Business School were nominated by the Visveshwaraya Trade Promotion Council (VTPC) to formulate the Export Strategies of Karnataka for the period 2015-19. The document was released by the Government of Karnataka in March 2015. Dr. Rajdeep Manwani, Associate Professor of Commerce, Jain University has been selected for National Awards for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities 2013, under the category - Role Model Awards by the Government of India. Dr. S. Ramamurthy, a Faculty and Senior Researcher at the Center for Emerging Technologies (CET) was nominated as Scientific Advisor to the Controller of Patents and Trade Marks, Government of India. Dr.Rajani Jairam, Professor of Sanskrit was invited to join the Advisory Board of the FoGuang University of Taiwan for organizing an International Conference. Ms. Ashwini N V Ganig, Assistant Professor of Psychology, was selected as a Leader of Tomorrow to attend the presitigious St Gallen Symposium. Ms. Ashwini’s Next Big `Small Idea’ was voted as the Best Idea presented at the Conference. Six senior professors from the engineering faculty are fellows of Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE).
Of the Jain University faculty, 126 regular faculty have Ph.D. degrees and 61 have completed their M.Phil. 102 of the faculty have registered for Ph.D. and are at different stages of their research work. This has become possible both because of the thirst for knowledge among the faculty and the encouragement of the management.
The Student Community The Jain University is also privileged to have a vibrant, proactive and focused student community. Students consciously choose this University for the facilities it offers and the learning environment it creates. Students are admitted to the University on the basis of merit and due care is taken to ensure that students from disadvantaged social groups and from economically backward communities are given due priority. Scholarships, fee concessions, fee waiver are provided to deserving students by the University. The student community bonds very well and has an excellent rapport with the faculty. Students have excelled in their chosen domain of specialization and won accolades and awards at different fora. The Students of Engineering and Technology won the 2nd prize at the 2011 SAE in The Micro Air Vehicles category at Texas, USA. The student team from the Engineeing Campus, came overall 5th and secured the 1st
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place in three different segments in the SAE Aero Design Competition 2013 held in the United States. Team “JATAYU” from the Engineering Campus took part in the Boeing - IIT National Aero Modeling Competition at the zonal level held at IIT Madras and secured the first position in the competition.
Our students have not merely excelled in the domain of academics, they have brought laurels for their institutions in extra curricular activities, sports and a range of cultural activities. They have been our true ambassadors of quality, excellence and professionalism. Many of our Alumni are in important mid-career positions in their chosen domain of expertise. Some of our current students and alumni who have excelled in the field of Art, Music and Cinema include, Ambi Subramaniam (Classical Violinist), Tanvi Singla (Miss Asia Pacific World 2011), Prajwal Devaraj (Kannada Cinema), Dattareya Velankar (Hindustani Classical Musician), Anate Augustine (well known Malyalam actress, winner of Filmfare Best South Indian Actress Award), Bindu Subramnaiam (singer - song writer and pianist).
At the time of admissions, the University makes a conscious effort to enroll budding sports persons. They are encouraged to excel in their chosen areas of sport and provided all facilities and incentives. Their academic progression is also taken care of with faculty arranging for special lectures and tutorials in the event of these students missing regular classes on account of their sports practice. The institutions which are part of the University have as their alumni prestigious sports persons including Pankaj Advani, Shika Tandon, Robin Uthappa, Manish Pandey, Rehan Poncha, Anup Sridhar, Gagan Narang, Mayank Agarwal, Gagan Ullalmath, Varun Aaron, Shreyas Gopal, Rakesh Manpath to name a few. Jain University is proud of the contributions of its student to different walks of life.
Teaching/Learning Pedagogy
Ever since it was conferred the status of a deemed to be University, the Jain University capitalized on the opportunity to bring in innovation in the syllabus and course structure which was otherwise not possible as an affiliate college. It has reviewed the syllabi in various programmes even as it has kept in mind the regulations laid down by the regulatory authorities. This exercise was undertaken to give our learners the advantage of the latest developments in different domains and give them the competitive advantage in the professional world. While working out the syllabi for various programmes, a detailed process of consultation was put in place. This included exhaustive discussions with faculty, domain experts, practitioners from the industry and other relevant fields and former students. The same was approved by the different statutory bodies established in the University. To compliment what was offered as part of formal courses, a basket of value added programmes is made available to learners. The University has a rigorous life skills programme for all learners. For UG students registered under the Jain University, there is a compulsory paper on Mind Management and Human Values in either the first or second semester. These programmes permit the holistic development of the personality of the learner during the time that they spend in the institution.
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A conscious effort at Jain University is to adopt a learner centered approach in all our classrooms. Faculties have been extensively trained in the learner centric approach and they make conscious efforts to implement the same in their classes. The goal of Jain University is to make every classroom a space for learning rather than a zone for teaching. Coupled with this is our effort to cater to the multiple intelligences of our learners. The faculty fine tunes the learning approach to the needs of diverse learners. Faculty members believe that every learner is unique and his/her potential needs to be discovered in order to fully trigger each ones full capacity. Classroom activities provide several opportunities for these diverse skills to find legitimate expression. Group discussions, case studies, role plays, simulations and seminars are regular features of classroom activities. Modern technology is also put to effective use with faculty being adept at using LCD’s in regular classrooms. Faculty recognize the fact that modern technology is only an aid to learning and cannot replace the faculty in the learning process. Innovation in teaching/learning methods is a continuous endeavour. Best practices are shared among colleagues in a department and in inter-departmental seminars at Campuses. Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) techniques including video recorded lectures being made available to students is part of the support system available at the University.
Extension and Outreach Activities
A range of co-curricular and extra curricular activities is available to all students. NSS, NCC and Rotract Club exist on the Campus and several students have enrolled in these programmes and excelled. They have won prizes, awards and recognition for their service and activities both at the national and state levels. The NCC boys unit bagged the best institution award 12 consecutive times, both when we were part of Bangalore University and now as part of Jain University. The NCC girls unit achieved this distinction on 3 occasions. The NSS wing has won the best programme officer award and the best performing unit award. Many of the students who were part of the NCC have subsequently joined the Army and done the nation proud. The NSS units have adopted villages in and around Kanakapura to make the region Cataract free. Radio Active is a community radio service that is managed by the University. It broadcasts programmes that focus on social issues and community service.
The University has established several Centres to promote focused development of talent and coordinate the outreach activities. The University has a Quality Monitoring Cell (QMC). The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) works under the broad directions of the QMC. The IQAC coordinates the quality initiatives at the University involving faculty, non teaching staff as well as students. The University has a Women’s Cell which conducts awareness programmes to promote gender sensitivity. These programmes (for faculty, non teaching staff and students) have proved to be very popular and useful. Given the fact that women constitute a majority of the faculty at the University and nearly half our student communities, these programmes are considered very crucial for the holistic development of each learner. The Women’s Cell is always available for girl students if and when they face a challenge and require support. The University has a Counseling Service called Vishwas. It has professional counselors who coordinate its services and its units are located on
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each of the campuses. Its services are available for both students and faculty to dialogue on their professional and personal challenges. The University has started KALARAVA, a counseling service available to the general public (students, teachers and parents) besides a play therapy center. The Human Networking Academy of the University conducts two programmes – Vishwachaitanya and Vishwacharana which aim at fostering `courage-purity-knowledge-efficiency`. The Placement Cell of the University has a successful and creditable placement record which bears testimony to its efforts and activities. Since inception of the University 4021 candidates have been placed out of 6929 outgoing graduates in some of the leading companies/ organizations linked to their respective domain of expertise / specialization across various disciplines. Other graduates have chosen higher studies or self employment.
Governance and Leadership
Jain University is managed by the Jain University Trust which is a registered body. The President of the Trust Dr. Chenraj Roychand is a visionary leader committed to imparting quality education in all fields of knowledge. He has made a conscious and concerted effort to provide necessary infrastructure for interdisciplinary / multidisciplinary Research. He wishes to create opportunities for talented and dynamic individuals to realize and nurture their entrepreneurial potentials. He is responsible for providing proper guidance and leadership for establishing a good governance system in the University.
The Chancellor of the University is Dr. C.G. Krishnadas Nair, Padma Shri awardee, former Chairman, HAL and former Chairman, Cochin International Airport Ltd. He is a distinguished public figure and provides able leadership and guidance for the smooth governance of the University.
The University has strictly adhered to the UGC Regulations in forming the statutory bodies in ensuring the Governance. The Board of Management is the highest executive body of the University and has the powers to take all necessary decisions for the smooth and efficient functioning of the University. ThePlanning and Monitoring Board reviews the progress made on implementation of policy and develops strategic plans for the University.The Academic Council is the principal academic body of the University and is responsible for the maintenance of high standards of education, teaching & training, research and examinations. The Finance Committee monitors the flow of funds and approves budget for the University. The audited statement of accounts for the University comes under the scrutiny of this Committee. The Vice Chancellor is the Chairman of all these statutory bodies.
Conclusion
On completing six years as a Deemed to be University, Jain University has confidently positioned itself as a ‘space for learning’ with a stamp of quality, innovation and creativity. In each of its initiatives it seeks to promote excellence and provide quality inputs. The University has set for itself the goal of achieving excellence in its teaching/ learning activities, research initiatives and entrepreneurial ventures. Under the
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visionary leadership of the President of Jain University Trust Dr. Chenraj Roychand, Chancellor Dr. C.G. Krishnadas Nair and Vice Chancellor Dr. N. Sundararajan, the University believes that quality and innovation are always ‘work in progress’. Every day results in the creation of new milestones and also pushing the bar higher. The leadership has inspired every stakeholder of the University to internalize the University vision and strive for excellence in every step, in every action, in every programme and in every new initiative. The focus on `quality education for all` inspires everyone in the University to be proactive, forward looking and fully energized to play their role in fulfilling the vision the University has set for itself.
During the last four years, the University has been ranked by India Today-Nielson Survey as follows: • 22nd among the top 50 Universities in India, June 2012 • 17th among the top 50Universities in India, June 2013 • 21 st among the top 45 Universities in India, June 2014 • 20th among the Top 50 Universities in India, July 2015.
The University is certified ISO 9001:2008 for quality management by TÜV Rheinland and is a member of Association of Indian University (AIU) and Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP).
SWOC Analysis
Strengths 1. University has emerged as a recognized platform for research, consultancy and learning. 2. It has a committed, proactive and dedicated faculty who have fostered a vibrant work culture. 3. The University has consciously ushered in innovative academic programmes and a special focus on interdisciplinary / multidisciplinary research. 4. The University has facilitated the publication of quality research articles and other academic literature – both at the research level and for its students. 5. The University has consistently nurtured sports talents for national and international competitions and many of its students have donned the India colours. 6. The University has created the necessary infrastructure in all constituent units for research, learning and sports activities. 7. The University has recorded excellent results in all disciplines and secured good placements for those looking for employment. 8. The University has ensured smooth conduct of examination and timely announcement of results. 9. The University Business Incubation Center has fostered entrepreneurship and supported in incubating companies. 10. The University has ensured a 24 x 7 learning environment in its UG programmes through TEL.
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Weaknesses 1. The five constituent units are spread across the city and coordination and administration sometimes becomes a bit of a challenge. 2. Lack of availability of good and qualified faculty for fresh recruitment. 3. Being a Private unaided University, the faculty and administration have faced serious roadblocks in securing support and funding from government research funding agencies and for being awarded consultancy projects. 4. Number of faculty having Ph.D. and NET qualification is less compared to the total faculty strength.
Opportunities 1. To expand opportunities at the national and international level for faculty in the form of fellowships and awards. 2. To introduce more diverse and inter-disciplinary academic programmes in innovative /emerging areas. 3. To undertake even more focused cutting edge research in emerging areas of Pure and Applied Sciences, Engineering & Technology, Humanities and Social Sciences having an impact on society and contributing richly to national development. 4. To attract more foreign students for different programmes and faculty for teaching and research. 5. To attract more funds from industries and other research and funding organizations for research and development. 6. To create sponsored and endowed Chairs in different disciplines in the next couple of years and enhance University - Industry interface. 7. To enhance human and physical capacities of the facilities at the Research Centres. Challenges 1. To establish a full fledged flight lab facility for the aerospace engineering students. 2. To establish a separate Nodal Research Center for carrying out high level research. 3. Retention of good faculty considering the slew of opportunities available. 4. To obtain from the UGC for our Research centres recognition as Center of Excellence. 5. To motivate a larger number of research scholars to work in interdisciplinary areas. 6. As a Private University, to secure funding and recognition from premier governmental research organizations
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Future Plans 1. To establish a center for flight safety in aerospace engineering. 2. To create and maintain an animal house for research purposes. 3. To develop a International Research Center for Public Policy which will be linked up with leading International Universities working in the domain of Public Policy and International Organizations focused on public policy research and advocacy. 4. To increase the number of learning resources and provide better access. 5. To increase the number of academic programmes in innovative / emerging areas. 6. To nurture and develop sporting talents in the University to acquire more medals including gold in the forth coming Olympic games. 7. To introduce additional faculties of Law, Architecture and Sports education.
NAAC for Quality and Excellence in Higher Education 19 Profile of the University PROFILE OF THE UNIVERSITY
PROFILE OF THE UNIVERSITY
1. Name and Address of the University:
Name: JAIN UNIVERSITY
#34, 1st Cross, (Adjacent to Bengaluru Stock Address: Exchange), JC Road
City: Bengaluru Pin: 560 027 State: Karnataka
Website: www.jainuniversity.ac.in
2. For communications:
Telephone Designa- Name with STD Mobile Fax Email tion Code
O: 080- 43430100 Vice Dr. N 98456 080 - vc@ Chancellor Sundararajan 91446 22484940 jainuniversity.ac.in R: 080 23484114
O: 080 -43430100 Pro Vice Dr. Sandeep 98440 080 - sandeep.shastri@ Chancellor Shastri 83514 22484940 jainuniversity.ac.in R:080 23688211
Dr. Pro Vice O: 080 97422 080 - Mithileshwar.jha@ Mithileshwar Chancellor -43430100 21323 22484940 jainuniversity.ac.in Jha
O: 080 -43430100 Prof. N V H 98452 080 - registrar@ Registrar Krishnan 18535 22484940 jainuniversity.ac.in R:080 -26580161
O: 080 Steering -43430100 Committee Dr. Rajani 99867 080 - rajani.jairam@ Co-ordina- Jairam 82236 22484940 jainuniversity.ac.in tor R:080 -26618883
Director Dr. Asha O: 080 98806 080 - asha.rajiv@ IQAC Rajiv -43430100 24363 22484940 jainuniversity.ac.in
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3. Status of the University: State University
State Private University
Central University
University under Section 3 of UGC (Deemed University) Institution of National Importance
Any other (please specify)
4. Type of University:
Unitary Affiliating
5. Source of funding:
Central Government
State Government
Self-financing
Any other (please specify)
6. a. Date of establishment of the university: 19/12/2008* (dd/mm/yyyy) 24/07/2009* *Status of Deemed to be University was conferred by two orders of MHRD – Government of India ( Given in Annexure 1
b. Prior to the establishment of the university, was it a/an
PG Centre Yes No
Affiliated College Yes No
Constituent College Yes No
Autonomous College Yes No
Any other (please specify) N.A
*Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain College affiliated to Bangalore University: 25-07-1990.
*Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain College of Engineering affiliated to Vishweshwaraya Technological University: August 2005.
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7. Date of recognition as a university by UGC or any other national agency:
Under Section dd mm yyyy Remarks
i. 2f of UGC* ii. 12B of UGC *
iii. 19 12 2008 & 3 of UGC # 24 07 2009 Any other ^ iv. (specify)
# Enclose certificate of recognition.
Not Applicable
# Enclose notification of MHRD and UGC for all courses / programmes /campus/ campuses.
Enclosed. Refer to question no. 6.a. - Annexure 1.
# Enclose certificate of recognition by any other national agency/ agencies, if any.
Not Applicable
8. Has the university been recognized
a. By UGC as a University with Potential for Excellence?
Yes No
b. For its performance by any other governmental agency?
Yes No
9. Does the university have off-campus centres?
Yes No
10. Does the university have off-shore campuses?
Yes No
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11. Location of the campus and area:
Campus Location * Campus area Built up area in acres in sq. mts Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain College of i. Main campus Engineering, Jakkasandra, 300 acres 1,31,399 sq.m Kanakapura Rural Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain College, V VPuram - 11,309 sq.m Urban Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain College, J C Road - 16,368 sq.m Campus ii. Other Urban campuses in Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer the city Jain College ( Center for Management Studies), - 4,779 sq.m Palace Road Urban Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain College, Jayanagar - 30116 sq.m Urban iii. Campuses Nil - - Total 5 - -
(* Urban, Semi-Urban, Rural, Tribal, Hilly Area, Any other (please specify) If the university has more than one campus, it may submit a consolidated self- study report reflecting the activities of all the campuses.
12. Provide information on the following: In case of multi-campus University, please provide campus-wise information.
Auditorium/seminar complex with infrastructural facilities - 14
Campus Number of Auditorium/ Seats Seminar Halls Engineering Campus - RURAL Auditorium-02 Each of 200 Indoor Auditorium -01 1800 Collosseum –01 5000 V V Puram Campus - URBAN Seminar-01 100 J C Road Campus - URBAN Auditorium-01 650 Seminar Hall-01 180 CMS Campus - URBAN Seminar Hall-04 Each of 100 Jayanagar Campus- URBAN Seminar Hall-03 Each of 300
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• Sports facilities * Playground - Available * Swimming pool - Available * Any other (please specify) : The University maintains an Indoor stadium “SPRINTOOR” with a total built up area of 80,000 sq feet with the facilities for outdoor as well as indoor sports. Sprintoor also has well-furnished living accommodation with a capacity of 75 beds, a VIP lounge, cafeteria, projector room, media room and a reception lobby.
• Hostel - Yes Boys’ hostel i. Number of hostels : 09 ∗ ii. Number of inmates : 1700 iii. Facilities: Canteen, indoor games, outdoor games, recreational facilities, reading room, round the clock medical and security facilities.
* Girls’ hostel i. Number of hostels : 06 ii. Number of inmates : 750 iii. Facilities: Canteen, indoor games, outdoor games, recreational facilities, reading room, round the clock medical and security facilities. * Working women’s hostel : Nil
• Residential facilities for faculty and non-teaching : Yes Faculty : 120 Rooms Non- Teaching : 30 Rooms
• Cafeteria : 09
• Health centre – Nature of facilities available – inpatient, outpatient, ambulance, emergency care facility, etc Doctor on campus with trained nurses, pharmacy, emergency cases are referred to nearby hospital. The health center is a shared facility with the Jain International Residential School.
• Facilities like banking, post office, book shops, etc. – within 1 km Radius
• Transport facilities to cater to the needs of the students and staff : Yes Buses are plying from various parts of the city to Engineering College Campus. Center for Management Studies also has the facility to pickup and drop students from the hostels.
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• Facilities for persons with disabilities : Yes • Animal house : No • Incinerator for laboratories : No • Power house : Backup generator facility available in all campus • Waste management facility : Yes
13. Number of institutions affiliated to the university
Type of colleges Total Permanent Permanent Arts, Science and Commerce Law Medicine Engineering Not Applicable Education Management
Others (specify and provide details)
14. Does the University Act provide for conferment of autonomy (as recognized by the UGC) to its affiliated institutions? If yes, give the number of autonomous colleges under the jurisdiction of the University
Yes No Number
15. Furnish the following information:
Number of Particulars Number Students Undergraduate 21 Post graduate 19 9098 a) University UG & PG 18* Departments Research centres on 06** the campus b) Constituent colleges 05 c) Affiliated colleges Nil d) Colleges under 2(f) Nil e) Colleges under 2(f) and 12B Nil f) NAAC accredited colleges Nil g) Colleges with Potential Nil for Excellence (UGC) h) Autonomous colleges Nil i) Colleges with Postgraduate Departments Nil
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j) Colleges with Research Departments Nil k) University recognized Research Nil Institutes/Centres
* There are 22 departments in the university of which 3 departments offer only UG programmes and 1 department offers only PG programme.
** Exclusive research activity over and above the PG departments who are offering M.Phil/ Ph.D
16. Does the university conform to the specification of Degrees as enlisted by the UGC?
Yes No Number
If the university uses any other nomenclatures, please specify.
17. Academic programmes offered by the university departments at present, under the following categories: (Enclose the list of academic programmes offered)
Programmes Number UG 28 PG 45 Integrated Masters - M.Phil. 23 Ph.D. 36 Integrated Ph.D. - Certificate 68 Diploma - PG Diploma 02 Any other (please specify) - Total 202
The lists of academic programmes offered are shown under Criterion I - question numbers 1.2.1 and 1.3.4.
18. Number of working days during the last academic year
19. Number of teaching days during the past four academic years.
195 198 194 200
(‘Teaching days’ means days on which classes were engaged. Examination days are not to be included)
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20. Does the university have a department of Teacher Education?
Yes No
If yes,
a. Year of establishment ……………… (dd/mm/yyyy)
b. NCTE recognition details (if applicable) Notification No.: ……………………………………
Date: …………………………… (dd/mm/yyyy)
c. Is the department opting for assessment and accreditation separately?
Yes No
21. Does the university have a teaching department of Physical Education?
Yes No
If yes,
a. Year of establishment ...... (dd/mm/yyyy)
b. NCTE recognition details (if applicable)
Notification No.: ......
Date: ………………… (dd/mm/yyyy)
c. Is the department opting for assessment and accreditation separately?
Yes No
22. In the case of Private and Deemed Universities, please indicate whether professional programmes are being offered?
Yes No
If yes, please enclose approval / recognition details issued by the statutory body governing the programme.
Engineering, MBA and MCA.
Recognition details enclosed in Annexure 2.
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23. Has the university been reviewed by any regulatory authority? If so, furnish a copy of the report and action taken there upon.
UGC Review October 9th, 10th&11th 2009 (Report Attached)
24. Number of positions in the university
Teaching faculty Non- Technical Positions Associate Assistant teaching Professor staff Professor Professor staff Sanctioned by the UGC / 60 60 300 383 92 University /State Government Recruited 59 53 309 383 92 Yet to recruit 01 07 - - - Number of persons working NIL on contractbasis
Vacancies are filled by Career Advancement Scheme.
25. Qualifications of the teaching staff*
Associate Assistant Highest Professor Professor Professor Total qualification Male Female Male Female Male Female Permanent teachers Ph.D. 31 20 09 04 34 28 126 M.Phil. - - 09 05 14 33 61 PG 08 - 23 03 87 11 3 234 Temporary teachers Ph.D. M.Phil. NIL PG Part-time teachers Ph.D. 07 19 26 M.Phil. NIL PG 28 63 91
* NET/SLET 37 faculty members
26. Emeritus, Adjunct and Visiting Professors.
Emeritus Adjunct Visiting Number 04 18 25
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27. Chairs instituted by the university:
Chairs School / Department Nil
28. Students enrolled in the university departments during the current academic year, with the following details: - - - - PG F – 12 *M *F M – Nil Diploma - - - - - ma *M *F Diplo ------ficate Certi- *M *F - - - - - D.Sc. *M *F D.Litt,/ - - - - - Ph.D. *M *F Integrated - - - - F- 83 Ph.D. *M *F M – 69 - - - - F - 27 M- 17 *M *F M. Phil. - - - - - *M *F Masters Integrated 81 20 06 PG 742 F:02 F: 08 F: 29 635 M; 12 M: 52 M: 04 F: 332 *M *F M: 303 45 72 UG 465 707 F; 20 F: 17 2289 M; 25 M: 55 F: 170 F: 727 *M *F M: 980 M: 295 *M - Male *F – Female Students From the state where the university is locat - ed Total Foreign students From other states of India NRI students
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29. ‘Unit cost’ of education
(Unit cost = total annual recurring expenditure (actual) divided by total number of students enrolled) a. including the salary component = Rs. 98,197/- b. excluding the salary component = Rs. 54,444/-
30. Academic Staff College
• Year of establishment : 2012 • Number of programmes conducted (with duration) • UGC Orientation • UGC Refresher • University’s own programmes Training programmes of newly recruited teaching/ non teaching will be given by Academic Staff College(ASC). For other senior teachers training programmes are conducted periodically.
31. Does the university offer Distance Education Programmes (DEP)?
Yes No
32. Does the university have a provision for external registration of students?
Yes No
33. Is the university applying for Accreditation or Re-Assessment? If Accreditation, name the cycle.
Accreditation : Cycle 1 Cycle 2 Cycle 3 Cycle 4
Re-Assessment:
34. Date of accreditation* (applicable for Cycle 2, Cycle 3, Cycle 4 and re-assessment only
Cycle1:...... (dd/mm/yyyy),Accreditation outcome/Result...... Cycle2:...... (dd/mm/yyyy),Accreditation outcome/Result...... Cycle 3: ...... (dd/mm/yyyy),Accreditation outcome/Result...... Cycle 4: ...... (dd/mm/yyyy),Accreditation outcome/Result......
* Kindly enclose copy of accreditation certificate (s) and peer team report(s) Not Applicable
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35. Does the university provide the list of accredited institutions under its jurisdiction on its website? Provide details of the number of accredited affiliated / constituent / autonomous colleges under the university.
Not Applicable
36. Date of establishment of Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and dates of submission of Annual Quality Assurance Reports (AQAR).
IQAC 19/12/2009 (dd/mm/yyyy) (2009-10) AQAR (i) 07/08/2010 (dd/mm/yyyy)(2010-11) (ii) 27/09/2012 (dd/mm/yyyy) (2011-12)
*AQAR has been prepared for all academic years but NAAC has advised to submit it after accreditation.
37. Any other relevant data, the university would like to include (not exceeding one page).
Jain University was declared as a Deemed University in the year 2008 and the academic programmes started from July 2009. The University has made a mark for itself in the six years of its existence. The following are the important features that merit highlighting:-
• Regular updating of curriculum • Innovative methods of teaching-learning • Continuous upgrading qualification of faculty • Creation of Research Centres • Increased number of publications • Research projects from various funding agencies • Augmentation of Infrastructure • Regular addition to library resources • Strategic Research support to 40incubated companies • Enhancement in skill set in student profile each academic year • Commendable placement record • Proactive management and good governance • MoU’s and collaborations at International / National level • Innovative programmes in emerging areas
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CRITERION I : CURRICULAR ASPECTS
1.1 CURRICULUM DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT
1.1.1 How is the institutional vision and mission reflected in the academic programmes of the university?
Jain University is committed imparting quality education of the highest standards both at Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels. Over the years, the University has been striving hard to fulfil the mission and vision by constant innovation, focused value addition and domain specific skill development.
Vision
“To foster human development through Excellence in Quality Education, Research and Entrepreneurial Development”
The vision emphasis on fostering holistic human development by focusing on excellence in the realm of academia, the pursuit of research and nurturing the entrepreneurship spirit of our student community. Jain University strongly believes that sports can be used as a strategy for individual character development to prepare our students for a more complex and competitive environment.
The hallmark of our existence has been the multidisciplinary approach to learning that we have adopted. The University has consistently attempted to nurture a research culture that fosters the spirit of enquiry and rigorous reflection. It has also strived to build linkages with research institutions, industry and other connected social and economic institutions to partner with other stakeholders in order to contribute to the socio-economic development of the region and the nation as well as enrich global knowledge and understanding.
Academic Programmes: The range of innovative programmes and activities besides formal class room teaching/ learning, helps the learners have an opportunity to broaden their horizons and sharpen their skills. These include guest lectures from eminent persons in the field of innovation, workshops, exhibitions, seminars, field trips and the like. This range of activities provides an opportunity for innovation in learning and caters to the unique capabilities, skills and aptitude of each learner.
Research Initiatives: Jain University has taken a number of initiatives to strengthen and expand its research profile. In pursuit of this mission, the University has established Research Centres linked to the specialization of its
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faculty. It has developed the required facilities, created the necessary research ambience and provided incentives to improve the quality and the quantum of research output of the University. Research is being carried out in emerging areas, cutting edge science & technology and on socially relevant themes from the time the Institutions were created and especially after being conferred a Deemed to be University status.
Entrepreneurial development: Jain University is doing pioneering work in Entrepreneurship Development and offers several programmes / schemes aimed at creating and moulding entrepreneurs and incubating business ventures. The Chenraj Roychand Center for Entrepreneurship (CRCE) was established by Jain University to create opportunities for talented and dynamic individuals to realize their entrepreneurial potential. CRCE has been training students in enterprise skills since its inception. The Center is open to all students aiming to become Entrepreneurs. Business ideas are spotted and nurtured during the start-up and growth phases of the venture. Further, incubated companies are trained to identify an idea, understand hi-tech markets and emerging technologies. In addition, the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Govt of India has approved financial support to the Technology Business Incubator at Jain University. Alsthom, France has also pledged support to the Centre. A not-for-profit company, Jain University Incubation Center has been incorporated for the purpose as stipulated by the DST.
Extension Activities: `Training for life` is an important goal of the University. In pursuit of this goal, the University facilitates a range of extension activities. Units of the NSS, NCC and Rotaract Club give a wide holistic exposure to student community. Regular blood donation camps are organized. Young minds are sensitized to major social and health challenges that confront young people in particular and society in general. Saying No to Drugs, Prevention of AIDS, Campaign on awareness of Positive Health are just a few examples. Life Skills programmes are organized that help develop the `coping` skills of the younger generation
The holistic development of every learner is attempted by developing in them coping skills in order to promote emotional stability and the strengthening of the mind. A range of activities under the umbrella of Mind management and human values are also offered.
Sports: Stemming directly from the vision of overall student development, the University provide facilities and encouragement for every sporting activity that students demonstrate an interest in. Exceptional talents are given adequate encouragement to emerge as winning performers in their chosen sporting disciplines. There are several success stories in this regard. The same are highlighted in other segments of the report.
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1.1.2 Does the university follow a systematic process in the design and development of the curriculum? If yes, give details of the process (need assessment, feedback, etc.)
The University creates its curriculum after a rigorous process of consultation and dialogue. After a preliminary study of the courses required and course contents of internationally and nationally reputed institutions, an analysis of the industry/market /societal needs is also undertaken. Design and development of curricula is based on the thrust areas identified by UGC and is also based on the requirement of industry and other stakeholders. The UGC model curriculum is taken as the basis for designing and modifying the curriculum. Care is also taken to cater to the requirements of National Laboratories, Industry leaders and other societal organizations. Emphasis is also given to project work, innovative teaching methods such as presentations, discussions, assignments, workshops, seminars, industrial visits and study tours. Following are the steps involved in the process of syllabus formation:
• A Committee undertake a needs analysis after a thorough discussion with successful alumni, current students and experts and practitioners in the relevant field. This `bottom-up` approach permits a realistic assessment of the practical skills and knowledge that a learner going through a programme requires. This becomes the basis of the curriculum blue print prepared by the concerned department.
• Boards of Studies are constituted in each subject involving experts in the field. Representatives from National laboratories, research institutions, industries, relevant social organizations and the like, are also involved in the BoS and their suggestions are taken into account and incorporated in the syllabi so that it meets the global demands and helps the students to face the global competitiveness.
• The curriculum and syllabus are then reviewed and approved by the Planning and Monitoring Board and Academic Council of the University prior to being introduced.
• The course contents are revised every three years to include the recent developments.
1.1.3 How are the following aspects ensured through curriculum design and development?
Employability • Inputs from industry and successful alumni • Need based curriculum • Career development programmes • Practical assignments and projects
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• Value added programmes • Soft skills training. • Internships in industries • Use of libraries/laboratories for better exposure • On the job training programmes • Catering to the demand of the labour market and industry requirements • Preparing students to take up National level tests like UPSC/NET/ SLET etc.
Innovation • Innovative projects • Thrust to interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary research programmes • Introduction of 12 UG programmes in innovative/ emerging areas • Introduction of 19 PG programmes in innovative/ emerging areas including PG Diplomas • Encouragement to faculty and students to work on innovative projects
Research • Provision of research infrastructure • Encouragement to research publication • Encouragement to procure research grants from funding agencies like DBT/DST/CSIR etc. • Sponsored to attend to high impact seminars
1.1.4 To what extent does the university use the guidelines of the regulatory bodies for developing and/or restructuring the curricula? Has the university been instrumental in leading any curricular reform which has created a national impact?
• The University has designed and developed curriculum based on the UGC guidelines and the model developed by it. • For the Undergraduate programmes, subjects like Environmental Science, Indian constitution, Computer Fundamentals are included across semesters as suggested by UGC. • For the Undergraduate programmes in Engineering modules on disaster management, ecology and environment, cyber security, IPR and green technology are offered for the students as per the UGC guidelines. • In addition to the above a paper on Mind Management and Human Values which is a compulsory subject is introduced for the Undergraduate students to give them a holistic perspective. This subject is unique in its content. This paper has been appreciated by all expert groups that have interacted with University officials and
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other Institutions have sought the support of the University to start similar programmes. • Research programmes adhere strictly to UGC guidelines 2010, with respect to course work and the number of credits. • Nomenclature of some of the courses have been changed as per the directions given by UGC. • Some of the programmes in UG/PG have been introduced in the innovative/ emerging areas and are found to bear significant impact in national level. • The University syllabus in some of the Masters Programme (Industrial Biotechnology, Energy Engineering and Climate Change as examples) has been designed with industry collaboration. These industries are of international repute and their inputs have been based on their global experience.
1.1.5 Does the university interact with industry, research bodies and the civil society in the curriculum revision process? If so, how has the university benefitted through interactions with the stakeholders?
Yes. Most of the University departments have tie ups with industries and research & development establishments and take inputs from them through: • Involvement of relevant industry/ societal organisation experts in the Board of Studies • Resource lectures • Value added courses supported by industry • Availing industry lab facilities • Soft skill development programmes • Multidisciplinary & Interdisciplinary programmes • Electives relevant to industry in various courses
Following are the programmes which were introduced due to the interactions with the stake holders:
• Jain University has a great vision of breeding entrepreneurs through innovation and technology driven education. The exclusive Masters program offered by the postgraduate department of Biotechnology at the Center for Postgraduate Studies (CPGS) of Jain University attempts to bridge this gap in an innovative way by partnering with Bangalore Biotech. Labs Pvt. Ltd. (BIOZEEN), a leading Biotech industry in Bengaluru, recognized by the Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India.
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• Jain University also started a two year M.Tech programme in Food technology to nurture manpower with practical, technical, managerial and entrepreneurial skills required for food industry. Being a sunrise sector, food industry is going to be a major employer in the future. This latest venture of Jain University focuses on nurturing manpower with practical, technical, managerial and entrepreneurial skills required for food industry. The course offers complete practical exposure to research level laboratories funded by Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MOFPI), Govt. of India. Faculties with doctorates from reputed institutions such as CFTRI, IITs offer expert advice and guidance to students for industry training / internship. • Jain University, in collaboration with Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) started a 2 year M. Tech programme in Building Science and Technology (with specialization in Green Technology). Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) is a part of CII-Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre and is involved in promoting Green Building concept in India. The Council is represented by various stakeholders from construction industry, Corporates, Government and Nodal Agencies, Architects, Product manufacturer, Institutions, etc. • M.Tech in energy engineering/ energy management & climate change technology is yet another programme which was launched with M/S TUV Rheinland India to launch proactive industry-academic initiatives. TUV Rheinland India is a subsidiary of TUV Rheinland, Germany headquartered at Cologne, Germany. The programme is being jointly offered with industry partner M/s TUV Rheinland India with funding support of 180,000.00 Euros from SEQUA a German funding agency.
1.1.6 Give details of how the university facilitates the introduction of new programmes of studies in its affiliated colleges.
Not Applicable
1.1.7 Does the university encourage its colleges to provide additional skill-oriented programmes relevant to regional needs? Cite instances (not applicable for unitary universities).
Not Applicable
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1.2 ACADEMIC FLEXIBILITY
1.2.1 Furnish the inventory for the following:
PROGRAMMES TAUGHT ON CAMPUS
Jain University offers Ph.D. Programmes in 36 disciplines and M.Phil. programmes in 23 disciplines.
Jain University offers 28 Undergraduate programmes of which 12 are in emerging/innovative areas and 47 Postgraduate programmes including 02 Postgraduate diploma programmes, of which 19 are in emerging areas including PG Diplomas.
Ph.D PROGRAMMES
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY 1. Computer Science Engineering 2. Aerospace Engineering 3. Electronics Engineering 4. Mechanical Engineering 5. Civil Engineering 6. Fire Engineering 7. Earthquake Engineering 8. Electrical Engineering
FACULTY OF SCIENCES 9. Biochemistry 10. Bioinformatics 11. Botany 12. Biotechnology 13. Zoology 14. Microbiology 15. Chemistry 16. Mathematics 17. Physics 18. Psychology 19. Computer Science & Information Technology 20. Electronics 21. Forensic Science
FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT 22. Management
FACULTY OF COMMERCE 23. Commerce
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FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES 24. History 25. Music 26. Dance 27. Mass Communication 28. Visual Arts 29. Economics 30. Cultural Studies 31. Political Science 32. Public Administration / Public Governance
FACULTY OF LANGUAGES 33. English 34. Kannada 35. Hindi 36. Sanskrit
M.Phil PROGRAMMES
FACULTY OF SCIENCES 1. Biotechnology 2. Chemistry 3. Biochemistry 4. Physics 5. Psychology 6. Microbiology 7. Electronics 8. Computer Science & Information Technology 9. Mathematics
FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES 10. Cultural Studies 11. Political Science 12. Economics 13. History 14. Mass Communication 15. Visual Arts 16. Dance 17. Music
FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT 18. Management
FACULTY OF COMMERCE 19. Commerce
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FACULTY OF LANGUAGES 20. English 21. Kannada 22. Hindi 23. Sanskrit
POST GRADUATE (PG) PROGRAMMES
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY 1. M.Tech in Aerospace Engineering (Aerospace Structures) 2. M.Tech in Aerospace Engineering (Avionics) 3. M.Tech in Aerospace Engineering (Propulsion) 4. M.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering with Specialization in (for Working Executives): i. Aerospace Structures ii. Aerodynamics iii. Manufacturing & Maintenance iv. Avionics v. Aircraft Propulsion. 5. M.Tech in Signal Processing & VLSI Design 6. M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering 7. M.Tech in Software Engineering 8. M.Tech in Digital Signal Processing 9. M.Tech in Network & Internet Engineering 10. M.Tech in Embedded System & Design 11. M.Tech in R.F. Communication 12. M.Tech in Thermal Engineering 13. M.Tech in Energy Engineering 14. M.Tech in Energy Management & Climate Change Technology 15. M.Tech in Building Science & Technology 16. M.Tech in Food Technology
FACULTY OF SCIENCES 17. M.Sc in Physics with specialisation in : i. Material Science ii. Electronics 18. M.Sc in Biotechnology 19. M.Sc in Industrial Biotechnology 20. M.Sc in Microbiology 21. M.Sc in Biochemistry 22. M.Sc in Chemistry 23. M.Sc in Psychology 24. M.Sc in Forensic Science 25. Master of Computer Application (MCA) 26. M.Sc in Information Technology 27. M.Sc in Animation 28. M.Sc in Information Security Management Services 29. M.Sc in Storage and Cloud Technology
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FACULTY OF COMMERCE 30. M.Com with Specialization in : • Finance, Banking & Risk Management • Accounting & Finance • Business Studies 31. M.Com in Financial Analysis
FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT 32. MBA with Specialization in: • Marketing • Finance • Human Resource Management • International Business • MBA in Entrepreneurship 33. MBA in Aviation Business Management 34. Executive MBA 35. Master of Management Studies (MMS) with Specialization in: • Business Leadership • Business Analytics 36. Master of Management Studies (MMS) with Specialization in: • Financial Management • International Business 37. MBA Programme for Working Professionals (3-Year) 38. Master of Management Studies (MMS) in Banking & Financial Services 39. Master of Management Studies (MMS) in Finance & Accounting
FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES 40. MA in Economics 41. MA in Journalism & Mass Communication 42. Master of Performing Arts (MPA) in Music (Karnatak & Hindustani) 43. Master of Performing Arts (MPA) in Dance (Bharatanatyam)
FACULTY OF LANGUAGES 44. MA in English
POST GRADUATE (PG) DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES(1 YEAR)
45. P.G. Diploma in Psychological Counseling 46. P.G. Diploma programme in Enterprise Management
UNDER GRADUATE (UG) PROGRAMMES
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY 1. B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering 2. B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering
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3. B.Tech in Information Science & Engineering 4. B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering 5. B.Tech in Electrical & Electronics Engineering 6. B.Tech in Civil Engineering 7. B.Tech in Aerospace Engineering
FACULTY OF SCIENCES 8. B.Sc (Physical Sciences) (PMCs - Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science) 9. B.Sc (Physical Sciences) (PME - Physics, Mathematics, Electronics) 10. B.Sc (Life Sciences) (CGBt – Chemistry, Genetics, Biotechnology) 11. B.Sc (Life Sciences) (CBBt – Chemistry, Botany, Biotechnology) 12. B.Sc (Life Sciences) (CMBt – Chemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology) 13. Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) 14. Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) with Specialization in: • Visual Effects • Data Analytics • Infrastructure Management and Information Security • Information Security and Mobile Applications • Cloud Technology and Information Security • Mobile Applications and Cloud Technology 15. B.Sc. in Interior Design 16. B.Sc in Forensic Science 17. B.Sc in Animation 18. B.Sc in Information Security Management Services 19. B.Sc in Visual Effects
FACULTY OF COMMERCE 20. B.Com(Honours)with Specialization in: • Corporate Secretaryship • Management Accounting • Corporate Accounting 21. B.Com (Honours) in International Finance and Accounting 22. B.Com (Honours) in Risk Management 23. B.Com
FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT 24. Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) 25. Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) Specialization in: • Financial Services • International Business
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FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES 26. BA (OPJ - Optional English, Psychology, Journalism) 27. BA (PSE - Psychology, Sociology, Economics) 28. BA (Journalism & Mass Communication)
For Innovative / Emerging programmes refer to response in 7.2.1
Overseas programmes offered on campus Not Applicable
Programmes available for colleges to choose from Not Applicable
1.2.2 Give details on the following provisions with reference to academic flexibility
a) Core / Elective options Core and elective options are available to the students in various courses spread across the semesters.
b) Enrichment courses Enrichment courses are offered to students during their final year
c) Courses offered in modular form All the courses are offered in modular/unitized form.
d) Credit accumulation and transfer facility: Each course is assigned certain number of credits with 1 credit per one hour lecture per week, 1 credit per one hour tutorial per week, 1 credit for 3 hours of laboratory or practical project work per week. For the award of the degree, a student has to earn a certain minimum Semester Grade Point Average (SGPA) specified in the curriculum for the relevant programme. The total number of credits for UG programmes vary from 165 to 175 and that of PG programmes vary from 80 to 100 credits. During the migration from one university to the other credits accumulated can be transferred on the basis of the equivalence of the subjects.
e) Lateral and vertical mobility within and across programmes, courses and disciplines: Vertical mobility is there in all degree courses. In certain courses like Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Interior Design and Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA), lateral entry for 3-year diploma holders is available.
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1.2.3 Does the university have an explicit policy and strategy for attracting international students?
Five percent of the seats are allocated for international students. Their needs are taken care off by the International Students and Scholars Advisory Centre (ISSAC). This Centre is responsible for central international student recruitment activities undertaken on behalf of the whole University. In order to attract international students, the University has created and maintained partnerships and tie-ups across the globe. The university website is updated regularly to offer information about a wide range of topics useful to incoming international students and scholars, both before and after their arrival. ISSAC provides support in the development of university policies and programmes relating to issues pertaining to international exchange and additionally works with organizations that serve the needs of Jain University’s international community. The Centre works along with the administration and faculty to build friendship agreements with other educational establishments and assists overseas student and scholars organizations in planning activities such as Orientation, International Students’ Day and other related events. ISSAC delivers a range of activities aimed at generating enquiries and applications from suitably qualified students around the world and supporting conversion from academic offer to registration. ISSAC offers a wide variety of unique social, academic and cultural activities throughout the year, to aid international students and scholars to settle down and make the necessary adjustments to live and study in a new environment. They also provide advising services with respect to immigration and visa matters, work permission, orientation, cultural adjustment and personal concerns.
1.2.4 Have any courses been developed targeting international students? If so, how successful have they been? If ‘no’, explain the impediments.
The curriculum is prepared by keeping in mind the global perspective. The university follows an inclusive growth policy. Every year the numbers of international students are increasing. Currently there are about 245 international students studying in the university. Almost all the courses cater to the needs of the international students. Some of the Courses which are designed to target international students are:
• Music / Dance • Cultural studies • Forensic Science • M.Phil/Ph.D
1.2.5 Does the university facilitate dual degree and twinning programmes? If yes, give details.
Not Applicable
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1.2.6 Does the university offer self-financing programmes? If yes, list them and indicate if policies regarding admission, fee structure, teacher qualification and salary are at par with the aided programmes?
All the courses of the university are self-financed.
1.2.7 Does the university provide the flexibility of bringing together the conventional face-to-face mode and the distance mode of education and allow students to choose and combine the courses they are interested in? If ‘yes,’ give operational details.
Presently all the programmes offered by the university are face-to-face mode and the university is not offering distance mode of education.
1.2.8 Has the university adopted the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS)? If yes, for how many programmes? What efforts have been made by the university to encourage the introduction of CBCS in its affiliated colleges?
Yes, the CBCS is adopted in all the UG Engineering, B.A. and B.Com programmes. The University is planning to introduce CBCS at the Postgraduate level.
1.2.9 What percentage of programmes offered by the university follow:
• Annual system : NIL • Semester system : 100% • Trimester system : NIL
1.2.10 How does the university promote inter-disciplinary programmes? Name a few programmes and comment on their outcome.
The students have been introduced to subjects beyond their domains as a result of which their knowledge base has widened and competency level enhanced. The university does follow the UGC guidelines on curricular aspects, assessment criteria and credit system on skill based vocational courses. Inter-disciplinary options are available in : • Aerospace Engineering. • Electrical & Electronics Engineering. • Electronics & Communication Engineering. • Information Science & Engineering. • Mechanical Engineering. • Computer Science & Engineering. • M.Tech (Master of Technology) • BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration)
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1.3 CURRICULUM ENRICHMENT
1.3.1 How often is the curriculum of the university reviewed and upgraded for making it socially relevant and/or job oriented / knowledge intensive and meeting the emerging needs of students and other stakeholders?
The university feels that the students need to be abreast with the latest trends in emerging areas. Therefore, the curriculum is reviewed and upgraded generally once in three years with on course fine tuning as and when required.
1.3.2 During the last four years, how many new programmes at UG and PG levels were introduced? Give details.
During the last four years (2011-12 to 2014-15), 7 Under Graduate (UG) programmes and 20 Post Graduate (PG) programmes were introduced.
UG Programmes FACULTY OF SCIENCES
1. B.Sc. in Forensic Science 2. B.Sc. in Animation 3. B.Sc. in Information Security Management Services 4. B.Sc. in Visual Effects 5. Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) (Specialization: Visual Effects / Data Analytics / Infrastructure Management and Information Security / Information Security and Mobile Applications / Cloud Technology and Information Security / Mobile Applications and Cloud Technology)
FACULTY OF COMMERCE
6. B.Com (Honours) (Specialization: Corporate Secretaryship / Management Accounting / Corporate Accounting)
FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT
7. Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) (Specializations: [i] Financial Services, [ii] International Business)
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PG Programmes FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
1. M.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering (Propulsion) 2. M.Tech. in Software Engineering 3. M.Tech. in Building Science & Technology 4. M.Tech. in Food Technology
FACULTY OF SCIENCES
5. M.Sc. in Forensic Science 6. M.Sc. in Animation 7. M.Sc. in Information Security Management Services 8. M.Sc. in Storage and Cloud Technology 9. M.Sc. in Mobile Applications 10. M.Sc. in Industrial Biotechnology 11. M.Sc. in Chemistry 12. P.G. Diploma in Psychological Counseling 13. P.G. Diploma in Sports Psychology
FACULTY OF COMMERCE
14. M.Com (Financial Analysis)
FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT
15. MBA (Specialization: Banking / Global Financial Markets / Business Leadership) 16. MBA in Entrepreneurship 17. MBA in Aviation Business Management 18. Executive MBA 19. Master of Management Studies (MMS) (Specialization: Business Leadership / Business Analytics) 20. Master of Management Studies (MMS) (Specialization: Financial Management / International Business)
Year PG Programmes UG Programmes 2009-10 18 19 2010-11 5 - 2011-12 1 2 2012-13 2 1 2013-14 6 3 2014-15 11 1
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15
10
5
0 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 PG Programme UG Programme
1.3.3 What are the strategies adopted for the revision of the existing programmes? What percentage of courses underwent a syllabus revision?
The revision of syllabus is undertaken keeping in mind the requirements of the society and employability of the students. The following strategies are adopted for revision of existing programmes:
• Employers feed back • Feedback of Alumni • Analysis of current and future challenges • Identification of innovative pedagogy • Training tools and techniques • Compliance with regulatory bodies • Regional needs • Global Trends • Affordability, utility and feasibility • Societal and industrial requirements
The syllabus of all the Postgraduate and Undergraduate programmes adopted by the University at the time of its inception has undergone a thorough revision after about 3 years.
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1.3.4 What are the value-added courses offered by the university and how does the university ensure that all students have access to them?
List of Value Added Programmes:
Faculty Course Title Number
1. Certified Program in Capital Markets and NCFM Courses offered by National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. (NSE), Mumbai
2. Diploma in Entrepreneurship & Business Management (DBEM) in association with EDI Ahmedabad
3. Certified Program in General Management (CPGM)
4. Diploma Course in Foreign Languages in association with Centre for International Communication and Linguistics Solutions (Vidushi Academy)
5. Certified Diploma in Gems and Jewellery Design in association with Solitaire Diamond Institute
Commerce 6. Diploma in BOCA + Tally in association with 17 Tally Solutions Certified Partner
7. Industry Oriented Certified Programme in HR Skills (CPHRS) in Association with International Institute of Global Studies
8. KPMG Course for Accounting Professionals (KCAP)
9. Course On International Financial Reporting System (IFRS) in association with ACCA – UK and ISDC - UK
10. Coaching for Associate Company Secretary course offered by Institute of Company Secretaries of India, New Delhi
11. Certified Programme in Banking and Finance in association with Indian Institute of Banking and Finance, Mumbai
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Faculty Course Title Number 12. Coaching for Associate Chartered Accountancy Course offered by Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, New Delhi 13. Coaching in Fellow Programme in Insurance offered by Insurance Institute of India, Mumbai through Bangalore Insurance Institute 14. Certified Course in Logistics and Supply Chain Management 15. Coaching in ACCA-UK in association with ISDC - UK 16. Coaching in CIMA- UK in association with ISDC – UK 17. Coaching for ACMA formerly ICWA offered by Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of India, Kolkata
Faculty Course Title Number 1. Fellow chartered financial Practitioner & IOC 2. Investment Operations Certificate (IOC) 3. Professional Certificate in Marketing 4. Family Managed Business (FMB) Management 7 5. Diploma in Entrepreneurship & Business Management from EDI (Govt. of India) 6. Event Management 7. Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) 1. Film Studies 2. Gender Sensitization Humanities & 3. HR & Counseling Skills 5 Social Sciences 4. Foreign Language 5. Corporate Social Responsibility 1. Bioinformatics 2. Applied Plant Science & Technology Sciences 3. Web Design & Development 4 4. Printed Circuit Board Design
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Faculty Course Title Number
AEROSPACE ENGINEERING Engineering & 1. Flight Lab Course Technology 2. NASTRAN Training
CIVIL ENGINEERING 3. CAD 4. REVIT 5. Total Station 6. GPS 7. Advanced Total Station Training 8. AUTOCAD MAP 3D 9. CYPE 10. Vastu Shastra
COMPUTER SCIENCE / INFORMATION SCIENCE 11. Web Designing 12. Embedded Systems 13. Mobile Application development Using Android: Pre-requisite :Knowledge of Java Programming 14. Cloud Computing -Module – 1 15. Cloud Computing -Module – 2 35
ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING 16. Transformer Engineering 17. Hands on experiences on basic Utilization of power and safety aspects 18. Application of MatLab in Power system 19. Demonstration of power system protection for residential premises 20. Demonstration and hands on experience of parts and working of domestic electric gadgets 21. Case studies of basic electrification of houses and apartment building 22. Study of earthing and grounding and measurement of earth resistance 23. Electric fire and methods of extinguishing 24. Dos and Don’ts during a stormy weather
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25. Protection of equipment and men from direct lightning strike. 26. Awareness about electromagnetic radiation from EHV power lines, substations and mobile Towers
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING 27. Basic CATIA V5 28. Basic Creo (Pro E) 29. Advanced CATIA 30. Advanced Creo (Pro E) 31. HyperMesh 32. Production Engineering
ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING 33. Advanced DSP (ECE) 34. Advance VLSI (ECE) 35. IRNSS (ECE)
Total 68
The classes for these programmes are organised after the regular working hours to facilitate the students to attend.
1.3.5 Has the university introduced any higher order skill development programmes in consonance with the national requirements as outlined by the National Skills Development Corporation and other agencies?
The university has not introduced any higher order skill development programmes as outlined by the National Skills Development Corporation and other agencies. However we have developed following programmes which are in consonance with the national requirements :
• Career training programmes for Ph.D students • Skill development programmes for B.Tech/ Ph.D students • Communication skills programme for all students • Foreign language training (through Vidushi Academy) • Training for NET/SLET • Women empowerment programmes
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1.4 FEEDBACK SYSTEM
1.4.1 Does the university have a formal mechanism to obtain feedback from students regarding the curriculum and how is it made use of?
Yes. The IQAC of the University which was established in the year 2009, has taken up the initiative of obtaining the feedback form the student on teaching/ learning and the curriculum at the end of the academic year. The feedback is analysed by the subject experts and wherever necessary it is incorporated in the curriculum. The feedback is considered very important in making significant changes in the curriculum as it helps in knowing student achievements and faculty difficulties. The comments given by the evaluation team not only helps in achieving the objectives but also helps in modification of the syllabus.
1.4.2 Does the university elicit feedback on the curriculum from national and international faculty? If yes, specify a few methods such as conducting webinars, workshops, online discussions, etc. and its impact.
The University has entered into International and National MoUs and Agreements with reputed universities, research centres and institutions of excellence. International visitors give feedback on curriculum and syllabi. The suggestions are considered for up gradation and meeting of global challenges. Webinars, workshops and online discussions are also in place. This has created better understanding and awareness of the use of technology in teaching-learning process.
1.4.3 Specify the mechanism through which affiliated institutions give feedback on curriculum enrichment and the extent to which it is made use of. Not Applicable
1.4.4 What are the quality sustenance and quality enhancement measures undertaken by the university in ensuring the effective development of the curricula?
Quality Sustenance Measures: • Mentorship to students • Value addition programmes to all UG students • Conduct of periodical parent-teacher meetings • Faculty development programmes • Introduction of soft skill programmes • Innovative UG / PG Programmes
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Quality Enhancement Measures: • Faculty are encouraged to pursue higher education to update their knowledge and enhance their qualifications. • Publication of research articles in university academic journal and magazines. • Organisation of National/International Conferences and Publications at National/International levels. • Participation of Faculty and students in national and international conferences and organizing such conferences in the University are quality enhancement measures towards curricular aspects. • Tutorials given in each paper to enhance students competitive and aptitude skills. • Conducting student seminars on themes of contemporary relevance to update their global knowledge in respective fields. • The practical knowledge through industrial and educational trips helps to enhance the quality of students understanding of the subjects. • Conduct of science, commerce and arts exhibitions showcase the quality enhancement.
Salient features of Curricular Aspects: • Programmed plan of teaching and completion of the syllabus. • The templates written by the faculties on a daily basis covering the period and time of conduct of classes, effective monitoring of the same by the Center Head help in planning the effective teaching- learning process. • Conduct of periodic tests and preparatory exams before the commencement of the university exams. • Prompt correction and evaluation, giving feedback to the students about their performance and implementation of remedial measures. • Remedial and extra coaching given to differently abled learners and students needing special support. • The information to the parents on their wards’ performance helps them to address the lapses to the maximum possible extent. • The information and database provided by the library enhances the knowledge base. • The conduct of workshops for the Faculty on topics pertaining to syllabus to discuss the method of approach to the theory and practical subjects. • Organizing subject related guest lectures, seminars and conferences for enhancing the knowledge of students and faculty members.
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• Fostering research culture by encouraging the faculty members to carry out minor projects funded by the University. • Publication of research papers and articles in the Academic Journal of the university. • Bringing out Newsletters and magazines by the various departments. • Organizing exhibitions by the students in Engineering, Commerce, Science, Languages and Arts related fields to showcase the practical skills of students in the respective fields. • Conducting supportive cultural and extracurricular activities to break the monotony of academic pressure and help to put in qualitative commitment towards curricular advancement. • Awarding merit scholarships to encourage healthy competitions. • Encouraging students to participate in curricular / • Co-curricular / extracurricular activities organised by other institutions to inculcate the spirit of competition
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CRITERION II : TEACHING – LEARNING AND EVALUATION
2.1 STUDENT ENROLMENT AND PROFILE
2.1.1 How does the university ensure publicity and transparency in the admission process?
For under graduate, post graduate, professional courses and research programmes the publicity for admission is through university website, prospectus, advertisements in print media and counselling by the teachers and senior students.
University website:- The University website www.jainuniversity.ac.in has detailed information about the admission procedure and the various courses offered.
Prospectus:- Detailed information about the University academic activities and ‘state of the art’ facilities are explicitly mentioned. Separate prospectus are available for UG, PG and professional courses.
Advertisement in print media:- A paper advertisement about the admission to various courses is given in leading national and regional newspapers.
Counselling by the faculty and senior students:- Some student volunteers and senior faculty offer their free services to guide the students who seek admissions to the university. They give detailed information about the various courses given by the university and community services like NSS, NCC and also scholarships offered by the university. For accomplished sports persons relaxation in qualifying percentage is given as per the sports policy of the university.
Transparency is ensured in admission process. The candidates are selected on merit for the UG, PG and professional courses. In consonance with the government’s policy of reservations, applicants from the socially and economically disadvantaged categories are given due priority. The selection procedure is based on the candidates previous performance and their competence. The eligibility criteria for each course is explicitly mentioned in the prospectus. The university strictly adheres to the defined norms for the admission. Separate admission procedures are adopted for PG, UG and professional courses In Professional courses in Engineering and Masters programmes in Management, 50% seats are surrendered to the government and admission is through CET conducted by the government. The admission for UG and PG programmes is purely based on the marks obtained in the qualifying examinations and for certain UG and PG programmes based on common entrance test.
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2.1.2 Explain in detail the process of admission put in place by the university. List the criteria for admission: (e.g.: (i) merit, (ii) merit with entrance test, (iii) merit, entrance test and interview, (iv) common entrance test conducted by state agencies and national agencies (v) other criteria followed by the university (please specify).
Admissions to various programmes are made as per University Regulations: • UG programmes in Engineering – National Level CET Examination conducted by the Government of Karnataka • UG programmes in Management & Commerce – National Level Aptitude Test conducted by the University. • PG programmes in Management – National Level Aptitude tests like CAT, MAT and XAT followed by GD /PI. • PG programmes in Engineering – Entrance Test is conducted by the University and seats are also offered to PGCET aspirants. • MPhil & PhD - Entrance Test is conducted by the University. • Other UG & PG courses admission is based on the merit in the qualifying examination. • For SC/ST, categories relaxation in percentage is given as per Government rules. • For accomplished sports persons relaxation in percentage is given as per Sports Policy formulated by the University.
2.1.3 Provide details of admission process in the affiliated colleges and the university’s role in monitoring the same. Not Applicable
2.1.4 Does the university have a mechanism to review its admission process and student profile annually? If yes, what is the outcome of such an analysis and how has it contributed to the improvement of the process?
Each year, at the end of admission process a thorough review is conducted to analyse the profile of the admitted students. The information available over a period of time helps in planning entrance examinations, screening of candidates, organising promotional and awareness programmes about the various courses available.
2.1.5 What are the strategies adopted to increase / improve access for students belonging to the following categories:
• SC/ST and OBC • Women • Persons with varied disabilities • Economically weaker sections • Outstanding achievers in sports and other extracurricular activities
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a) Socially and economically backward :- All applicants from socially and economically backward sections are given special concessions in admissions. In deserving cases fee concessions have also been given at the Engineering Campus which is located in a rural area. Benefits are given to the candidates belonging to socially and economically backward classes as per provisions mentioned under UGC guidelines.
b) Women :- An analysis of the student profile of the University would show a significant number of women learners are part of different courses. There are more than 60% of girl students studying in various courses like UG, PG, and professional, which speaks about the encouragement given to women students.
c) Differently-abled :- Applicants who are visually impaired and differently-abled have been accorded admission. Facilities like scanning references from library and recording the class- room lectures are given to help them in learning process. Fee concessions are also given.
d) Economically weaker sections of the Society :- All those who apply are given admission to the courses depending on their eligibility. Fee concessions are offered to the deserving candidates and in some cases cent percent fee concessions are given.
e) Athletes and sports persons :- University encourages students who are interested in sports and those students who want to pursue sports as a career. Both girls and boys apply under sports category for the various courses. Facilities like fee concession, support given by the teaching faculty and the flexibility in attending the classes during their tournaments, encourage large number of students to apply scholarships fee waivers. Coaching facilities and sponsorships to tournaments are the additional facilities extended to sportspersons. This has resulted in remarkable achievements by world class sportspersons like Pankaj Advani, Shikha Tandon and Robin Uthappa besides many others.
f) Any other :- NRIs and International students are also encouraged for admissions to the various courses offered by the University.
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2.1.6 Number of students admitted in university departments in the last four academic years:
Undergraduate Programmes:
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 2014-15 2013-14 2012-13 2011-12 Categories Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female SC 34 16 43 11 25 18 17 13 ST 17 04 17 02 13 03 15 01 OBC 430 157 394 358 420 380 325 11 9 General 991 587 754 611 961 538 1020 598 Others 82 26 55 07 56 26 43 09 Total 1554 790 1263 989 1475 965 1420 740
Postgraduate Programmes:
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Categories 2014-15 2013-14 2012-13 2011-12 Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female SC 16 15 09 04 11 06 05 05 ST 09 11 07 06 06 09 06 09 OBC 95 11 2 84 72 40 41 38 41 General 348 326 373 258 263 238 165 157 Others 30 11 07 06 05 10 09 05 TOTAL 498 475 480 346 325 304 223 217
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M.Phil
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 2014-15 2013-14 2012-13 2011-12 Categories Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female SC 01 -- -- 01 -- 01 -- -- ST 01 03 01 ------01 -- OBC -- -- 02 01 -- 08 03 01 General 15 23 03 32 04 26 14 17 Others -- 01 -- -- 01 -- - 05 TOTAL 17 27 06 34 05 35 18 23
Ph.D
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 2014-15 2013-14 2012-13 2011-12 Categories Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female SC 01 01 ------01 01 -- ST --- -- 01 01 01 ------OBC 01 06 08 09 06 09 08 08 General 66 75 69 69 122 91 77 71 Others 01 01 -- 03 01 -- 01 -- TOTAL 69 83 78 82 130 101 87 79
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2.1.7 Has the university conducted any analysis of demand ratio for the various programmes of the university departments and affiliated colleges? If so, highlight the significant trends explaining the reasons for increase / decrease.
Number of Number of Demand Programmes applications students admitted Ratio
UG 4520 2381 2:1 PG 1990 994 2:1 M.Phil. 177 45 3:1 Ph.D. 514 125 4:1 Certificate 2319 1876 1:1 PG Diploma 22 12 2:1
2.1.7 Were any programmes discontinued/staggered by the university in the last four years? If yes, please specify the reasons.
Master of Visual Arts (M.V.A), M.A (Kannada) and M.A (Sanskrit) programmes were discontinued due to lack of student response.
2.2 CATERING TO STUDENT DIVERSITY
2.2.1 Does the university organize orientation / induction programme for freshers? If yes, give details such as the duration, issues covered, experts involved and mechanism for using the feedback in subsequent years.
The University conducts induction and orientation programmes for the freshers every academic year. The induction programme is generally spread over a period of three days. The programmes involve talk by President of Jain University Trust and Senior officers of the University who speak about the vision and mission and the advantages of joining Jain University, because of its uniqueness. During the orientation programme awareness is given on curriculum, examination pattern, attendance, CBCS, Library, student support services etc. so as to acquaint them with academic and non-academic programmes of the University.
2.2.2 Does the university have a mechanism through which the “differential requirements of the student population” are analysed after admission and before the commencement of classes? If so, how are the key issues identified and addressed?
The academic background of student population are analysed and the students are accordingly advised to take up remedial classes. Even the advanced learners
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are given special coaching to improve their performance and competency in competitive exams. Performance of students in the internal tests are a part of the continuous internal assessment and is a measure of the understanding of the requirements of students population. They are also analyzed through the participation in seminar and the performance in class room dynamics. Compulsory student projects at the post graduate programmes enhances the employability and learners who require special attention.
2.2.3 Does the university offer bridge / remedial / add-on courses? If yes, how are they structured into the time table? Give details of the courses offered, department-wise/faculty-wise?
All the departments take care of different learners by conducting bridge courses, remedial classes, mentoring and counseling on regular basis. All these students undergo remedial classes and opportunity is provided for students to develop, communicative English by conducting lecture series, seminars and personality development programmes. Bridge courses are conducted for B.Com students in accountancy and commerce related subjects. At the Engineering Campus, students who are admitted are given special coaching on communication skills and personality development. Special classes are conducted for sports students to bring them on par with other students. A host of value added programmes are offered for the undergraduate students and training programmes are also offered for those postgraduate students aspiring for NET/SLET.
2.2.4 Has the university conducted any study on the academic growth of students from disadvantaged sections of society, economically disadvantaged, physically handicapped, slow learners, etc.? If yes, what are the main findings?
The University has conducted an informal study of the incremental growth of the disadvantaged section of the society. These students have been enabled to better their performance after enrolling in the University. The slow learners belonging to the disadvantaged community are empowered to perform better. Extra time is given for writing the examination for those with medical problems. Scribes are provided for the visually challenged to write the examinations. The following strategies have been devised by the University for helping those facilitating the disadvantaged sections of the society:
• Personal as well as academic counselling • Mentoring • Conducting separate tests and examinations • Remedial and tutorial classes • Problem solving classes and concept clarifications • Skill development programmes • Communication development programmes • Special Lecture /Course materials • Additional class assignments and tests
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2.2.5 How does the university identify and respond to the learning needs of advanced learners?
The advanced learners are identified after the first internal test and given special coaching to enhance their performance. They are encouraged to improve their performance and competence in university exam and national, International level entrance exams.
The following facilities are provided to them : • Training to take up advanced level projects, and add on courses. • Encouragement to participate in state, national and international conferences. • Participation in quiz/debates etc. • Provision to carry out in-house and research funded projects under the guidance of the faculty. • Best outstanding student in every stream is awarded. • Awards and recognitions for high scorers. • Participation in intra and inter university competitions.
2.3 TEACHING-LEARNING PROCESS
2.3.1 How does the university plan and organise the teaching, learning and evaluation schedules (academic calendar, teaching plan, evaluation blue print, etc.)?
Academic Calendar:
• Every year, before the commencement of the academic session, the academic calendar is prepared by the Director- Academics and Planning in consultation with the Center heads, HOD’s and Deans. Separate calendar of events are created for UG, PG, Engineering and research programmes. • The Calendar is approved by the Academic Council and the Governing Body. • The Calendar is published in the University handbook and uploaded in the website prior to the reopening of the University. • The schedule of internal tests and term-end examination dates along with major academic events are indicated in the calendar. • The teaching learning schedule is well planned and implemented by the academic heads of the units in consultation with the HOD’s and Deans of those units so as to ensure the smooth flow of academic and other curricular activities. • IQAC monitors and ensures the smooth functioning of the academic delivery mechanism through feedback on teaching- learning, course assessment and exit questionnaire and subsequently analysing the same for improving the teaching – learning process.
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Evaluation:
• The end semester examinations are conducted as per the University schedule. • A detailed handbook is prepared by the Controller of Examinations on the procedure for the conduct of the examination and valuation. • The University follows the system of continuous internal assessment through tests and assignments. • Practicals are conducted through continuous assessment and a final laboratory examination at the end of the semester. • Every department has a detailed blue print of the question paper for all semesters as well as a comprehensive question bank is prepared for all subjects in all the departments.
2.3.2 Does the university provide course outlines and course schedules prior to the commencement of the academic session? If yes, how is the effectiveness of the process ensured?
Details of the course programme and the program schedule are available to students as well as faculty in the form of syllabus book for each programme and Academic calendar. The following information is included in the syllabus book.
• Introduction to the course • Scheme of Study and Examination which includes credits for course work. • Syllabus of the subjects for the programme covered in academic calendar • Code of conduct • Attendance / Performance assessment • Detailed calendar of the academic scheme
2.3.3 Does the university face any challenges in completing the curriculum within the stipulated time frame and calendar? If yes, elaborate on the challenges encountered and the institutional measures to overcome these.
At the commencement of academic year, a detailed calendar of the teaching schedule is prepared considering the work load circulated to the constituent units. Individual faculty apportions the number of classes available and syllabus and allocates the same in consultation with the Heads of the departments and the Center Head. The progress in syllabus is constantly monitored. Extra classes are arranged in addition to the allotted classes to complete the syllabus. Faculty members of undergraduate departments maintain template dairy which gives the detailed account of their syllabus, the number of classes conducted and the time needed to complete the syllabus. Whenever, there are unscheduled holidays and re-scheduling of
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classes on account of extra and co-curricular activities, the same is made up by providing for additional teaching hours to ensure the completion of the stipulated number of hours for each course.
2.3.4 How is learning made student-centric? Give a list of participatory learning activities adopted by the faculty that contributes to holistic development and improved student learning, besides facilitating life-long learning and knowledge management.
The University has a `Learner First, Learner Always Approach` to the Teaching/Learning Process in consonance with the State Youth Policy. This is implemented in both `in class` and `outside class` learning and in the range of co and extracurricular activities. The teaching-learning process in the classroom is participatory. In the training workshops, Faculty are encouraged to ensure that classroom interaction provide for 50% student talk time in order to make learning interactive and participatory. The teaching-learning is made learner centered in the classroom through: Case study analysis i) Presentations by students ii) Group work iii) Simulation and role play iv) Quiz v) Brainstorming vi) Range of other relevant and topic specific interactive techniques. vii) Effective use of Technology in the classroom in order to cater to different learning styles: visual, auditory and kinesthetic
Outside the class too, the learning opportunities are made use of through i) Student workshops. ii) Subject wise exhibitions. iii) Talks by CEO’s iv) Industrial projects v) Educational field trips vi) Contribution to departmental magazine
Apart from academic activities which facilitate student centric learning, the co-curricular activities are organized by the students through which they learn organizational and leadership skills.
2.3.5 What is the university’s policy on inviting experts / people of eminence to deliver lectures and/or organize seminars for students?
The University has an established practice of inviting domain experts to deliver lecture to the students in their chosen field of expertise. These lectures are beyond class room teaching which gives a broader and analytical perspective of the subject. Experts from reputed organizations/ industries/
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relevant societal organizations are invited on a regular basis by the respective departments for organizing special lectures, seminars and workshops. The departments allocate funds every year for conducting guest lectures/ workshops and conferences. In the past five years, many guest lectures/ invited talks have been conducted by the various departments of the university.
2.3.6 Does the university formally encourage blended learning by using e-learning resources?
The library has on-line course ware, e-learning resources and internet facilities. The libraries of the constituent units have a host of e-journals which caters to the demands of postgraduate students, research scholars and faculty members. The Wi-Fi enabled campus encourages blended learning by way of providing access to various website containing e-learning resources. The internet connections are available in all the libraries which enhance the scope of e-learning and the orientation programme by the library staff help the faculty members and students to make the optimum use of the library facilities. The University has a Center for Virtual Learning and innovation which has launched the Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) that is powered by digital technology.
2.3.7 What are the technologies and facilities such as virtual laboratories, e-learning, open educational resources and mobile education used by the faculty for effective teaching?
• The University has a Center for Virtual Learning and Innovation which caters to the needs of students with the help of web portal where they can access notes, digital lectures, question banks and assignments at the click of a button. Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) provides vital resources to integrate educational and information technologies into the academic environment. It enhances the mobility and flexibility of the learning process and enables greater responsiveness to the needs of a new generation of learners. • All the units of the university have adequate number of projectors to
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facilitate a better learning environment. Sufficient arrangements are made for audio visual learning and video presentations. • The language department enhances critical reasoning skills of the students through film appreciation. • Multimedia projectors, laptops, internet, animated technical programmes, movies and documentaries are other learning resources to introduce innovative teaching methodologies. • Video conferencing facility is available in the Center for Management Studies and Engineering Campus.
2.3.8 Is there any designated group among the faculty to monitor the trends and issues regarding developments in Open Source Community and integrate its benefits in the university’s educational processes?
The University has a democratic way of involving the faculty members in monitoring the trends and issues in MOOCs (Massive Online Open Courses). The University has signed an MoU with a US Based Company, EdCast by virtue of which students will have access to best courses offered by Universities across the world which will be a good supplement to classroom learning by students.
2.3.9 What steps has the university taken to orient traditional classrooms into 24x7 learning places?
• The University has a very healthy practice of expanding the teaching learning process beyond the confines of a class room. • The faculty members have office hours to interact with the students, support them in their learning process, solve their problems, clear their doubts and stimulate them intellectually. • Self-paced learning sessions are made available for B.Com and B.B.A students through 24x7 learning places which facilitate convenient and flexible TEL programme. The students are benefitted by both classroom teaching as well as digital lectures.
2.3.10 Is there a provision for the services of counsellors / mentors/ advisors for each class or group of students for academic, personal and psycho-social guidance? If yes, give details of the process and the number of students who have benefitted.
Yes. The University has a student guidance and counseling center VISHWAS. The Chief Counselor overseas the counseling activities of all the Centres of Jain University which are integrated under this center.
• The counseling center tries to mitigate the problems faced by the students in the tough competitive world. • It is aimed at promoting mental health awareness in campus community. It tries to solve issues related to learning problems and
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disabilities, substance abuse/chemical dependency, relationship problems, personal habits, family related issues, anger management, problems related to identity and self esteem, domestic violence and cultural/ethnic diversity. • The counselor of the institution suggests ways to cope or overcome the problems with relevant counseling and guidance. Confidentiality is maintained for the services and information. • Each unit has a well-qualified and trained counsellor who attends to the emotional, personal and psychological problems of the students. It is an altruistic effort on our part and the services are not charged. Details are as under
Group sessions Year Personal counseling ( Psycho educative) 2009-2010 300 200 (2 sessions) 2010-2011 284 1000 (4 sessions) 2011-2012 345 500 (2 sessions) 2012-2013 400 500 (17 sessions) 2013-2014 437 510 (12 sessions) 2014-2015 480 530 (13 sessions)
2.3.11 Were any innovative teaching approaches/methods/practices adopted / put to use by the faculty during the last four years? If yes, did they improve learning? What were the methods used to evaluate the impact of such practices? What are the efforts made by the institution in giving the faculty due recognition for innovation in teaching?
The University believes in innovative teaching methods. Keeping this in mind the University has adopted modern methods of teaching within and beyond class room.
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i) Case study analysis ii) Presentations by students iii) Group work iv) Simulation and role play v) Quiz vi) Brainstorming vii) Range of other relevant and topic specific interactive techniques.
The evidence of improvement in learning is seen in the increase in the pass percentage of the students.
The University has a mechanism for the evaluation of teachers by students/ alumni. The student’s feedback focuses on the broad areas like teaching, use of instructional aids, design of curriculum and completion of syllabus.
2.3.12 How does the university create a culture of instilling and nurturing creativity and scientific temper among the learners?
The faculty members have the responsibility of providing challenging opportunities to the students to enhance their intellectual skills and come out with creative solutions to the challenges faced by them during their stay at the University. Besides this, following are the methods adopted to instill and nurture creativity and scientific temper:
• Articles in the departmental magazines “PULSE”, “JEEVAMSHU” and “ILLUMINATI” • Science EXPO for Undergraduate students • In-house student projects • Student projects with reputed research organizations like IIA, IISc, NAL etc. • Faculty support to students to publish their project outcomes in journals • Motivating students to take part in various intra and inter curricular activities • Invited talks by scientists • Educational visits to scientific and industrial organizations
2.3.13 Does the university consider student projects mandatory in the learning programme? If yes, for how many programmes have they been (percentage of total) made mandatory? The University has made student projects mandatory for all the postgraduate courses. Majority of the undergraduate programme also have compulsory student projects in the final semester. The Student projects consists of dissertation, presentation and viva. Grades are awarded to the student projects based on the work and presentation. • Role of Faculty in facilitating such projects
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The faculty members play a vital role in executing student projects. They offer them guidance for in-house projects and also suggest external felicitation.
2009-11 2010-12 2011-13 2012-14 2013-15 PG Programmes 140 409 370 659 989
2009-13 2010-14 2011-15 B.Tech Programmes 80 92 84
UG Programmes 2009-12 2010-13 2011-14 2012-15 B.Sc / BCA / BBA 578 593 654 667
Detailed information about the students project are with the respective departments.
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2.3.14 Does the university have a well qualified pool of human resource to meet the requirements of the curriculum? If there is a shortfall, how is it supplemented?
Every academic year the number of courses available, the number of hours to be handled by each faculty are worked out by every department of the University. As per the stipulations the hours are distributed to the faculty. In case of shortage faculty who are eligible are recruited depending on vacancies and need for recruitment. Special lectures are arranged according to the requirement to supplement the regular class room teaching. Any constraints are made good by appointing visiting and adjunct faculty members for short periods.
2.3.15 How are the faculty enabled to prepare computer-aided teaching/ learning materials? What are the facilities available in the university for such efforts?
Faculty members are trained in the use of computers. To start with, the Technology Enhanced Learning has been introduced for B.Com and B.B.A programmes as a part of innovative teaching. Every campus has computers with internet facilities allotted for the staff members. Four campuses have 100% wi-fi connection which enables the faculty to access the net and also prepare their modules. LMS in certain campuses and public platforms like Google Groups help constant two way communication between faculty and students. Learning materials, assignments etc. are shared through these platforms. Some faculty even use social media platforms like Whatsapp as discussion forums.
2.3.16 Does the university have a mechanism for the evaluation of teachers by the students / alumni? If yes, how is the evaluation feedback used to improve the quality of the teaching-learning process?
Yes. The IQAC of the university plays an active role in developing, sustaining, improving and enhancing the parameters of quality.
• The IQAC has taken the responsibility of collating, processing and analyzing the student feedback twice in an academic year. The feedback is taken twice in an academic year. One at the beginning of the semester and the other at the end of the academic session. • A faculty member is evaluated on twelve parameters on a seven point scale. • The frequency response for the various parameters of each faculty is identified and the personal observations are made by the center head of the constituent units • A comparative analysis of the feedback based on the previous
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feedback is also sent by the center heads. • The feedback and evaluation is communicated to the respective faculty. • The faculty are informed about the areas of concern which will help them to improve in those areas.
2.4 TEACHER QUALITY
2.4.1. How does the university plan and manage its human resources to meet the changing requirements of the curriculum?
Before the commencement of the academic year, departments of the university review the changing academic requirements of each course and incorporates suitable changes. The university has adequate number of faculty members who are domain experts from various fields. The syllabus is usually updated by the faculty who are equipped to handle the change. If necessary, the constraints are made good by appointing visiting and adjunct faculty members for short periods
2.4.2 Furnish details of the faculty
Highest Associate Assistant Professors Qualification Professors Professors Total Male Female Male Female Male Female Permanent teachers Ph.D. 31 20 09 04 34 28 126 M.Phil. - - 09 05 14 33 61 PG 08 - 23 03 87 11 3 234 Temporary teachers Ph.D. M.Phil. NIL PG Part-time teachers Ph.D. 07 19 ------26 PG 28 63 ------91
* NET/SLET -> 37 faculty members
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126
234 61 37
Ph.D M.Phil. NET/SLET PG
2.4.3 Does the university encourage diversity in its faculty recruitment? Provide the following details (department / school-wise).
Faculty from Faculty from Faculty from Faculties / other universities Faculty from the same Centres universities outside the other countries university within the State State
Engineering & 27 44 25 07 Technology
Science 23 54 54 05
Humanities & 02 10 08 ----- Social Sciences
Languages 05 16 14 01
Management 03 26 14 04
Commerce 04 21 13 ---
Research Centres 06 14 18 03
2.4.4 How does the university ensure that qualified faculty are appointed for new programmes / emerging areas of study (Bio-technology, Bio-informatics, Material Science, Nanotechnology, Comparative Media Studies, Diaspora Studies, Forensic Computing, Educational Leadership, etc.)? How many faculty members were appointed to teach new programmes during the last four years?
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The faculty for a particular program are selected by the expert committee appointed by the Vice- Chancellor, as per the UGC norms. The faculty is recruited by open advertisement and care is taken to choose only those who have required qualification in emerging areas so as to cope with the additional teaching requirement to run new programme. About 30 faculty members were appointed to teach these new programmes during the last four years.
Number of Faculty Departments/ Research Centres appointed
Biotechnology /Bioinformatics 05
Media Studies 09
Forensic Science 10
Center for Nano and Material 12 Science Center for Research in Social Science 13 and Education
2.4.5 How many Emeritus / Adjunct Faculty / Visiting Professors are on the rolls of the university?
The University appoints Emeritus/ Adjunct Professors who are all senior academicians with rich experience in their chosen domain, Presently there are 04 Emeritus professors in the University.
Emeritus Professors Prof. R. N. Iyengar Prof. Jayagopal Uchil Prof. S.B. Sullia Prof. Dattaguru
2.4.6 What policies/systems are in place to academically recharge and rejuvenate teachers (e.g. providing research grants, study leave, nomination to national/international conferences/ seminars, in- service training, organizing national/international conferences etc.)?
The teacher development is promoted by: • Faculty development programmes • Reimbursing the travel and registration fee for attending National / International seminars/ conferences are borne by the University • In-house projects are funded by the University
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• Class adjustment are made to facilitate faculty members to pursue Ph.D • Research incentives provided to the faculty to publish papers in National and International Journals and to bring out Books by leading publishers.
2.4.7 How many faculty received awards / recognitions for excellence in teaching at the state, national and international level during the last four years?
Faculty Name Award
• Indian Leadership for Education Excellence • Global Achievement award for Education Dr. N Sundararajan Excellence • Best Alumnus
Dr. Sandeep Shastri • Vocational Excellence Award Dr. R.N Iyengar • VASVIK
• Indian Technology Congress Dr. Krishna Venkatesh • Platinum jubilee award by Institute of Engineers
Dr. Choodamani • Karnataka Kalashree Nandagopal • Academic Fellow by Exeter University
• Ramalingaswamy Professor Fellowship from Dr. Narendra Reddy DBT, GoI.
• National Award for Visually Challenged Professor Dr. Rajdeep K Manwani • Role Model For Empowerment of persons with disability
Mr. Krishna Murthy R • Young Scientist Mr. Malatesh S Akkur • Inspiring Teacher
• Bharat Sarkar Dr. Rekha Sinha • Karnataka Suvarnshree • Pidilite
Mr. Sudhakara Reddy M • Indira Gandhi Sadbhavna Gold Medal Mr. Vidwan R.N • Ganavaridhi Thyagarajan
• Leader of tomorrow’s St. Gallen’s Ms. Ashwini N Ganig Symposium
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2.4.8 How many faculty underwent staff development programmes during the last four years (add any other programme if necessary)?
Academic Staff Development Programmes Number of faculty Refresher courses (UGC) 03 HRD programmes -- Orientation programmes 150 Faculty training conducted by the university 431 * Faculty training conducted by other institu- 05 tions Summer / Winter schools, workshops, etc. --
*Faculty Development Programmes conducted by the University are compulsory for all the faculty members
2.4.9 What percentage of the faculty have
• been invited as resource persons in Workshops / Seminars / Conferences organized by external professional agencies? : 40 percent • participated in external Workshops / Seminars / Conferences recognized by national / international professional bodies? 80 percent • presented papers in Workshops / Seminars / Conferences conducted or recognized by professional agencies? 52 percent • teaching experience in other universities / national institutions and other institutions? 30 percent • industrial engagement? 5 percent • international experience in teaching? 5 percent
2.4.10 How often does the university organize academic development programmes (e.g.: curriculum development, teaching-learning methods, examination reforms, content / knowledge management, etc.) for its faculty aimed at enriching the teaching-learning process?
Academic development: The university has its own Academic Staff College which regularly conducts faculty development programmes at which the faculty are exposed to innovation in teaching/learning techniques and subject related sessions, to keep themselves abreast with the latest developments.
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Curriculum development: Once in a year, the departments conduct B.O.S. Meetings and the necessary recommendations are approved in the Academic council. While updating the syllabus, the current needs are taken into consideration.
Examination reforms: The examination reforms on the basis of an assessment of the needs and in the light of past experiences. • Prior to 2014, make up examinations for failed students were conducted. Due to the improvement of results and suggestions from stake holders, the same was withdrawn. • The continuous Assessment in practicals was introduced from the year 2013. • An exhaustive Question Bank has been prepared for almost all subjects in various courses.
2.4.11 Does the university have a mechanism to encourage Mobility of faculty between universities for teaching? Yes, Prof. Batani Raghavendra Rao, faculty in Management teaches & shares his expertise at IIM, Indore
Faculty exchange programmes with national and international bodies? Yes • Faculty have visited on exchange to the following Universities: • University of Exeter • University of Ghent • Cardiff University • IIM Indore • University of California, Berkeley • Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok
If yes, how have these schemes helped in enriching the quality of the faculty?
• International exposure • Adapting teaching pedagogy • Adaptation to International work culture • Establishment of good will of the University • Innovation of ideas • Enhanced learning and communication skills
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2.5 EVALUATION PROCESS AND REFORMS
2.5.1 How does the university ensure that all the stakeholders are aware of the evaluation processes that are in place?
At the beginning of the semester, the evaluation methods/scheme of examination are communicated to the students by the faculty. The probable dates of conduct of midterm examination, end semester examination, assessment details and guidelines are printed in the University Hand book and Academic Calendar which is distributed to each and every student. The evaluation process of the students is continuous. Signatures of the students are taken on the statements of CA (Continuous Assessment) marks to bring absolute transparency. IA (Internal Assessment) marks are displayed on the notice boards and the students can clarify IA marks with respective departments. The examination schedules, notices, timetable, etc are put up on the website as well as on the notice board of the respective constituent units of the university. Orientation programme is conducted for M.Phil and Ph.D students so as to brief them about the rules and regulations.
2.5.2 What are the important examination reforms initiated by the university and to what extent have they been implemented in the university departments and affiliated colleges? Cite a few examples which have positively impacted the examination management system.
The university follows the semester system for all its UG and PG programmes.
• From the academic year 2010-2011, grading system based on SGPA and CGPA score on a 10 point scale has been introduced for the course evaluation for all the UG and PG programmes. • Make up examinations were conducted for those students who had failed, so as to bring them on par with the successful students. • The examination system also consists of continuous evaluation through multi-mode assessment which includes assignments, seminars and mid-term examinations. • The university has brought about a reform in the conduct of practical examinations so as to do away with the conventional practices. To give greater emphasis to the performance evaluation of each experiment conducted by the student, the university introduced Continuous Assessment in all Lab courses across the university in 2013. Marks of final lab test is also taken into consideration. This reform has seen that the students have taken the practicals more seriously. • The software “ERP package” covers the entire spectrum of the university activity right from the time the student sends in the
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application for joining the course till the final degree certificate is issued. Examination Module in the EPR package handles all the activities involved in conducting an examination. • The latest reform is the use of an exhaustive question bank for setting up question papers.
2.5.3 What is the average time taken by the university for declaration of examination results? In case of delay, what measures have been taken to address them? Indicate the mode / media adopted by the university for the publication of examination results (e.g. website, SMS, email, etc.).
The results are announced within 10 days of the completion of examination for the undergraduate programmes and 20 days for the postgraduate programmes. The results are displayed on the University notice board and the same are published in the university website. Students have the option of accessing their result through Internet.
2.5.4 How does the university ensure transparency in the evaluation process? What are the rigorous features introduced by the university to ensure confidentiality?
• The answer scripts of all the internal tests are shown to the students after evaluation. • Signatures of the students are taken on the statements of Continuous Assessment marks. • The University follows a standard protocol for maintaining the confidentiality to ensure fair and unbiased evaluation of the answer scripts. • The answer scripts are coded for valuation, and decoded later for processing of final results. • The examiners for evaluation are chosen randomly by the Chairman of the Board of Examinations of respective disciplines from the panel of examiners approved by the University. • Double evaluation method is followed in all PG courses. The average of the two evaluations will be the final marks, in all cases where the disparity between the two evaluations is less than 15 percent. • If the disparity is 15 percent or more, the scripts are sent for third valuation and the average of the highest two awards is taken as the final marks. • There is a provision of challenge valuation for the Postgraduate students. • For all the courses, there is provision for re-totaling and/or
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re-valuation. The photo copies of answer scripts are also provided on demand for Undergraduate students.
2.5.5 Does the university have an integrated examination platform for the following processes? Pre-examination processes – Time table generation, OMR, student list generation, invigilators, squads, attendance sheet, online payment gateway, and the like. Examination process – Examination material management, logistics, etc. Post-examination process – Attendance capture, OMR-based exam result, auto processing, generic result processing, certification, etc.
The examination process starts with the constitution of the Board of Examiners (BOE) for all the subjects. The dates of submission of the eligible candidate list by the respective centres to the Controller of Examination (COE) is intimated in a meeting called by the COE of the university. Examination application forms for all courses are received from the respective centres and the data is used to generate hall tickets and other required forms and material. Hall tickets are distributed through the respective Chief Superintendents. To avoid any malpractice and ensure proper conduct of the examination, flying squads and external Deputy Superintendents from other centres are appointed.
• Examination Module in the ERP package handles all the activities involved in conducting an examination. Hall allocation, supervisor/ invigilator and custodian workload allocation makes the activities involved in the business flow simple and easy. The packaging and coding of the script takes care of the integrity, secrecy and authenticity of the valuation system. Results can be declared within a short time of confirmation of the completion of valuation process. All the documents like marks card, transcript, degree certificate including issue of transfer certificate are handled by the system. All the information required for the performance analysis is readily available.
2.5.6 Has the university introduced any reforms in its Ph.D. evaluation process? Yes, the university has brought reforms in its Ph.D evaluation process. • Confirmation of Registration based on Synopsis presentation before a Panel of experts including an external expert • Submission of half yearly progress reports. • Participation in open seminar once in 6 months
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• Two research publications in peer-reviewed journals are compulsory before the submission of the thesis. • Panel of Examiners submitted by the Guide is whetted by the Dean and the Ph.D. Committee. External examiners are chosen from premier research and academic institutions. • Thesis sent to two external examiners (one from within Karnataka and one from outside the state, at times even International). • External examiners are requested to complete evaluation process within 60 days. • Open seminar by the scholar one month prior to the submission of thesis. • Compulsory checking of Thesis by using plagiarism software ‘ITHENTICATE’ • After the announcement of the award of the Ph.D, softcopy of the thesis submitted to UGC for hosting the same in INFLIBNET.
For M.Phil students: Term1: Term one is of 8-month duration and includes: • Research Methodology • Core Paper (as an elective) • Specialization Paper (Guide Paper)
The M.Phil candidates are expected to secure approval of the Research topic from the Guide within one month of the start of the first term. Literature review should be completed within 4 months of the start of the first term. Synopsis should be completed within 6 months of the start of the first term.
Term 2: Term Two will be for duration of 4 months, during which the candidates should complete their Dissertation. In addition, they must complete courses in general skills related to the teaching-learning process such as:
• Computer Application Skills • Communicative Skills • Pedagogical Skills and Practical Training in Teaching • One publication in a peer reviewed journal is compulsory prior to award of Degree.
External examiners are appointed from among the Board of Examiners (BoE) appointed by the Vice Chancellor from among the panel recommended by the Guide and approved by the BoS. They are requested to complete evaluation process within a month.
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2.5.7 Has the university created any provision for including the name of the college in the degree certificate? Not Applicable
2.5.8 What is the mechanism for redressal of grievances with reference to examinations? • For all the academic programmes, there is a provision for re-totaling and/or re-valuation. • The photo copies of answer scripts are also provided on demand. • Provision of challenge valuation for PG students. • Any other grievance pertaining to Examination can be addressed to CoE through the Center Head.
2.5.9 What efforts have been made by the university to streamline the operations at the Office of the Controller of Examinations? Mention any significant efforts which have improved the process and functioning of the examination division/section. The Office of the Controller of Examinations has made efforts to streamline its operations for conduct of examinations in a smooth and fair manner. Software has been installed to process the results. The Software is password protected to avoid any scope for malpractices. A ledger copy is being maintained for later use. An exhaustive question bank has been prepared by all the departments to facilitate the smooth preparation of the question papers and also to avoid typographical, clerical errors and to ensure the confidentiality.
2.6. STUDENT PERFORMANCE AND LEARNING OUTCOMES
2.6.1 Has the university articulated its Graduate Attributes? If so, how does it facilitate and monitor its implementation and outcome? University has clearly articulated in its regulation of various courses for UG and PG programmes, the graduate attributes and the norms and behavior expected. The university administrators has been monitoring these general attributes as and when required. Mentoring, counseling and feedback mechanism ensures proper monitoring which leads to achieving the expected outcome.
2.6.2 Does the university have clearly stated learning outcomes for its academic programmes? If yes, give details on how the students and staff are made aware of these? • The learning outcomes are clearly stated in the curriculum of each programme. At the beginning of academic year, all the students are provided with a syllabus book with subject- wise and unit-wise topics to be covered and scheme of examination.
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• The faculty discusses the expected learning outcomes during the Orientation programme of the fresh batch of students. Planning of the lessons semester-wise and its implementation by the faculty is done keeping in view the learning outcomes. • The course curriculum is designed to prepare students not just for a job but for a career and life. The focus is on shaping them into skilled professionals, inspiring leaders and contributing citizens. • Almost all the programmes have compulsory projects which help them to apply the concepts to real life situations.
2.6.3 How are the university’s teaching, learning and assessment strategies structured to facilitate the achievement of the intended learning outcomes? • Besides the lectures, other methods of learning experiences provided to the students include:
¾¾ Opportunities for participation in classroom activities through group discussions, case study analysis, class seminars, brainstorming, role play, quiz and other innovative activities ¾¾ Field visits relevant to domain of study ¾¾ Surveys ¾¾ Industrial training and/or other relevant training depending on domain of study ¾¾ Tutorials/Seminars ¾¾ Project work ¾¾ NSS, NCC, Sports and other outreach activities ensure furthering the value system of the learner adding to their sense of social responsibility and values.
• Value enhancing programmes like Indian Constitution, Environmental Science, Computer fundamentals and Human values and Mind management are also incorporated in the curriculum. • In addition to the curriculum enrichment programmes, value addition courses, certificate and diploma courses are also offered so as to meet the changing/emerging national and global trends. • The assessment strategies are aimed at helping learners understand their true potential and enhance their skill set. The focus is to assist them to enhance the opportunities for learning and hone their latent talents and capacities. Both formative and summative assessment strategies are employed to ensure that assessment is a tool for continuous improvement and not for categorization of learners.
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2.6.4 How does the university collect and analyse data on student learning outcomes and use it to overcome the barriers to learning? • The learning outcomes are collated through the regular informal interactions in the classes, periodic tests, home-assignments, seminar presentations as well as the end term examinations. • Analyzing the examination results at the end of each semester makes it possible for the faculty to devise corrective action wherever necessary. This ensures enhanced performance in successive examinations. • The student-centric teaching and learning methods ensure the achievement of learning outcomes. • Analysis of student feedback on the performance of teachers by the IQAC of the university. • Feedback from successful student alumni and outgoing students. • Academic audit by University officials.
2.6.5 What are the new technologies deployed by the university in enhancing student learning and evaluation and how does it seek to meet fresh/ future challenges?
The University has taken several measures to improve the teaching, learning and evaluation processes. To meet the challenges in such processes, the following are in vogue:
• Regular updation of curriculum • Use of ICT tools in the classrooms • Innovative projects • Innovative/ Interdisciplinary programmes • Technology enabled learning- Virtual programme • Study tour/ Field visits • Internships
Salient Features :-
• Cordial relation between students and faculty members • Nurturing of a conscientious student community • Building a student centric campus • Feedback mechanism for increasing the efficiency • Training in time management skills • Fulfilling the high expectations from stake holders towards career orientation and life skills training • Recognition of talents in learning • Identification of differential learners & strategy development
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• Students counseling on academic matters. • Conducting preparatory classes to bridge the knowledge gap. • Use of modern aids in teaching. • Participative and experiential learning for holistic development. • Continuous, fair and transparent evaluation system. • Transparent and merit based admission process. • Emphasis on research, consultancy and knowledge enhancement through M.Phil /Ph.D programmes. • Timely solutions to the student grievances with respect to evaluation process and reforms.
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CRITERION III : RESEARCH, CONSULTANCY AND EXTENSION
3.1 PROMOTION OF RESEARCH
3.1.1 Does the university have a Research Committee to monitor and address issues related to research? If yes, what is its composition? Mention a few recommendations which have been implemented and their impact.
Yes
A Research Development Cell (RDC) has been established with the Vice Chancellor as the Chair, the Pro Vice Chancellor and all the Deans of Faculty, Directors of the Research Centres and eminent experts as members. The RDC oversees the entire research activities undertaken at the University level. The RDC has created Research Development Units (RDU) in each Faculty. The RDUs is head by the concerned Dean and consists of all Heads of Departments in the Faculty, Professors and External Experts in the chosen research domain The RDC also oversees the Ph.D. and M.Phil Programmes of the University and in addition coordinates the activities of the Research Centres. The major and minor research projects that are proposed by Faculty are vetted by the concerned RDUs and subsequently approved by the RDC and forwarded to concerned sponsoring agencies. In house projects are reviewed by the RDUs and recommended to the RDC for approval. The University sets aside a portion of its budget for such in house research projects. The approved project coordinators are required to submit bi-annual reports to the concerned RDUs. The RDC conducts workshops and seminars on research methods at regular intervals for faculty and research students.
3.1.2 What is the policy of the university to promote research in its affiliated / constituent colleges?
There is a research policy of the university. The following are a few salient features of the Research policy.
• Provide optimum facilities to researchers. • Purchase equipment, upgrade labs and subscribe to e-journals. • Create national facilities like coating lab and Underwriters laboratory for fire testing and a Survey Research Centre. • Initiated the establishment of instrumentation center. • Implemented UGC regulation 2010 for M.Phil/ Ph.D. • Collaborated with research institutions. • Creation of the position of a Dean for Research to coordinate research activities.
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3.1.3 What are the proactive mechanisms adopted by the university to facilitate the smooth implementation of research schemes/ projects?
Dean (Research) oversees all the research activities. The Research committee has been instrumental in
• Providing seed money • advancing funds for sanctioned projects • Simplifying procedures • Autonomy to principal investigator • Timely release of grants • Timely auditing • Submission of utilization certificates.
3.1.4 How is interdisciplinary research promoted?
between/among different departments /schools of the university and collaboration with national/international institutes / industries.
The University believes in promoting inter-disciplinary research programmes. The University has collaborations with national / international research institutions of excellence for execution of research projects. Most of these are inter disciplinary in nature. The University also has multi-disciplinary research projects. Enlisted below are the collaborations of the University. The university has initiated projects on snake venom and Bio-fuels. The following are the research topics in interdisciplinary areas at Ph.D and M.Phil levels. Ph.D
Inter- Name of Topic disciplinary Guide Status Student area Cultural Alternative Approaches in Art Dr. Choodamani Degree M. S. Amarnath Studies & practice Nandagopal Awarded Visual Arts Changing Trends in the Visual Cultural Rashmi Culture of Bengaluru City – 100 Dr. Choodamani Studies & Submitted Niranjan years of outdoor advertising and Nandagopal Visual Arts advertising spaces. Cultural Socio-Cultural Approach to Joyful Dr. Choodamani Arun Bharadwaj Studies & Submitted Living Nandagopal Management Classical performing arts as a Cultural Lakshmi ritualistic offering in temples with Dr. Choodamani Studies & Ongoing Gopalswamy a special reference to the temples Nandagopal Women Studies of Kerala.
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Inter- Name of Topic disciplinary Guide Status Student area Addressing Bangalore’s Traffic and Related Problems and Proposing Cultural Vikram Mohan Dr. Choodamani a Probable Design Model – From Studies & Ongoing Rao Nandagopal the Perspective of Socio-Cultural Urban Design Transformation Sadhvi Udita Jain Dharm mein nihit acharon ke Culture studies Dr. Choodamani Awarded madhyam se tanav prabandhan and Psychology Nandagopal Identity formation, memory, and Dr. K.G. Gana B P Sociology regionalism: A Post Collonial Bhuvana-- Ongoing Literature study of kodava liturature maheshwari Aviation science of vedic era, A Sanskrit Shruthi strong foundation to advanced Avaition Dr. RajaniJairam Ongoing aerospace technology studies Yuvaraj Development of laboratory scale Dr. Araganathan Microbiology & Chakradhari microbial fuel cell with efficient / Dr. Sudha Ongoing Biochemistry electrogenetic bacterial cultures Deshmukh A critical analysis of Protégés views on efficiency of mentoring Management Sharada programmes: a study on middle Sociology Dr. Bagali Ongoing level employees in five MNC’s at Psychology Bangalore Management Women in Indian corporates: Sociology Shalini Shukla lessons for Management Students Dr. Bagali Ongoing Psychology Women Studies The interdependence of locus of control, work-family conflict Nita Choudhary with work-family balance among Management Dr. Shikha Permission managerial level in defence Sociology Ojha to submit manufacturing companies in Bangalore Management Dr. Sashi NVH Krishnan Impact of micro finance on Permission Economics Shivarama entrepreneurship capacity building to submit Public Policy krishnan The Study on the Impact Management of Integrated Marketing Public Sunitha Dr. Sandeep Communications by Political Administration Ongoing Shastri Parties on Consumers (Voters) in Political India Science Study of awareness of kid’s wear Management Dr. Soney Vasant Kothari Ongoing safety regulation in India Law Mathew
Financial viability of food processing industry -comparative Management Dr. Mahabalesh- Shanbaga study of diary industry &poultry Dairy Farming Ongoing wara Bhatta industry of uttara kannada district Agriculture of Karnataka state.
Management Forensic Accounting- An Law Forensic Dr. D N S Monika Bansal investigative approach to reduce Ongoing Science Kumar frauds Criminology Sashidhar Leadership Styles: Study on service Management Dr. Shashi Puttala and Manufacturing Industries from Ongoing Psychology Kumar a comparative perspective
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Inter- Name of Topic disciplinary Guide Status Student area Studies on opportunities, challenges and cost effective Management Dr. Y Vijay R M Sudhakar information technology practices Ongoing Engg; IT Kumar for small and medium sized enterprises Mathematics Dr. Study of Unsteady mixed and Ramanarasimha Lakshmi B convection boundary layer flow Ongoing Mechanical Dr. K.R. over a vertical stretching surface Engg. Jayakumar Management Social Entrepreneurship : Dr Sandeep Shinu Abhi and Public Completed Developing a Model Shastri Policy Impact of SA 8000 on the working Management, Dr Sandeep Jonalee Das conditions of women factory Public Policy Ongoing Shastri workers in the Textile Industry Women Studies English, Portrayal of Patriotism in Regional Film Studies, Dr Sandeep Nikunj Trivedi Ongoing Indian cinema Political Shastri Science
M.Phil Name of Interdisciplinary Topic Guide Status Student area
Indigenous games and Com- Kavita D.K Visual Art Dr. Choodamani Panchabhoota pleted Kineasthetics and Kinetics in Dance and Bio Com- Vidya Kumari Dance Techniques of South, Dr. Choodamani Technology pleted India Adinatha Charite: A Comparative Study Cultural Studies Dr. Rekha Jain (Kannada- Pampa’s Com- Aruna K. R. & Kannada / Dr. Soumya Adipuranam Apabhransha- pleted Literature Manjunath Pushpadanta’s Thisatti Mahapurisa Gunalankara) Socio-Cultural Renaissance Economics & Shobha Ramesh Dr. Choodamani Ongoing through Music Music Identifications of Botanical Cultural Studies & Aparna R.S Plants in Sculptures of Dr. Choodamani Ongoing Botony Hoysala Times Comparative Study of Cultural Studies, Deepali Priyesh Conduct In Jainism and Jainism & Dr. Rekha Jain Ongoing Patil Ayurveda With Reference to Ayurveda Modern Relevance Brand Building and Cultural Studies, Politicians : A Case Study of Journalism, Dr Sandeep Com- Neetu Prakash Narendra Modi and Rahul Public Policy, Shastri pleted Gandhi Political Science English, Film Portrayal of Patriotism in Dr Sandeep Com- Nikunj Trivedi Studies, Political Hindi Cinema Science Shastri pleted Management & Dr Sandeep Com- Shinu Abhi Social Entrepreneurs Public Policy Shastri pleted
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3.1.5 Give details of workshops/ training programmes/ sensitization programmes conducted by the university to promote a research culture on campus.
The University believes that conducting workshops, training programmes and sensitization programmes are very important for the holistic development of both the faculty members as well as the students. In this regard attempts have been made to organise such programmes every year. This also helps in the promotion of research culture and dissemination of knowledge. The following are the details :-
Year Workshop Training Sensitization 2009-10 03 01 - 2010-11 07 12 - 2011-12 11 03 01 2012-12 15 02 02 2013-14 23 04 01 2014-15 38 12 01
Research Retreat 2012
Jain University organized a two day Research Retreat for the guides and research scholars of Jain University. The retreat was held on 18th and 19th of August, 2012 and was aimed at bringing together researchers across domains and the guides from varying faculty on to a single platform. Some of the distinguished speakers who addressed the research students and guides are :
Speakers Topics Dr. M.S. Thimmappa Research Practices Former Vice Chancellor Bangalore University Dr. Rodham Narsimha Collaboration between Honourary Professor at Jawaharlal Nehru Industry and Academia Centre for Advanced Research Dr. S. Sadagopan, Director, Indian Institute of New Technologies Technology (IIT) Dr. M.R.N Murthy, Professor, Department of interactive session with Molecular Biology, Indian Institute of Science Faculty Members of Science (IISc.) Departments Interactive session with Faculty Dr. Krishnappa Banga, General Manager, Members of Engineering Talent Transformation, Wipro Technologies Departments Prof. S.K. Bhagavan, Consultant, Wipro Education and Research Technologies.
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Speakers Topics Interactive Session with Dr. Vanamala Vishwanatha, Professor of Faculty Members ofLanguage English Studies at Azim Premji University Department The Doctoral students are required to make presentation regarding the progress of their research work.
Dr. Roddam Narasimha, Honorary Professor at Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Research in an interactive session during Research Retreat – August 2012
Dr. S. Sadagopan, Director, International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT-B) in an interactive session during Research Retreat – August 2012
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Research Retreat 2015
Jain University organized a Research Retreat for its Doctoral Students and Supervisors on 31st January & 1st February 2015. The Retreat provided a platform for doctoral researchers at the University to discuss and review the progress of their research work among peers and experts. The Research Retreat had three Plenary Sessions, four concurrent Faculty Plenary Sessions and over twenty concurrent subject based sessions, besides an Inaugural and valedictory programme. Close to 290 doctoral students and over a 100 Guides participated in the event.
Some of the distinguished speakers who addressed the gathering are :
Speakers Topics
Dr B.N.Suresh, the President of the Indian Interdisciplinary Research for the Benefit of National Academy of Engineers (INAE) Society
Dr. R Natarajan, former Chairman of AICTE Nature and Scope of Research and and former Director of IIT, Chennai. Development
Mr. T V Mohandas Pai, Chairman of Role of Research in Building a Great Society Manipal Global Education. Dr. Shyam Chetty, Director NAL Emerging research methods in Engineering Dr. Mahadevan, Professor at the Indian Ethical issues in Science Research Institute of Science Dr. Selvan D., Senior Vice President of Researchers in management to the current Cap Gemini business and talent scenario. Dr. G K Karanth, National Fellow ICSSR Research Journey 20 Concurrent Panels of Doctoral Students for exchange of ideas was held
Research Conclave 2015 was organised to showcase to distinguished scientists, engineers, social scientists and management experts the doctoral research, consultancy projects and research projects being carried out in the University. The distinguished speakers who addressed the research students and guides are as follows
Speakers Topics Day-1
Overview of the milestones in Research in Bharat Ratna Dr. C N R Rao Science
Padma Vibhushana Dr. V S Need for a clear focus on the part of a Arunachalam, former Scientific Adviser researcher to the Defence Minister. Dr. M Govinda Rao, Economist and former Member, Economic Advisory Interactive session with Researchers Council of the Prime Minister
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Speakers Topics Day-2
Dr. Narendra Reddy Interdisciplinary Research
Linkages between Environment, Society and Dr. Meera Chakravarthy Gender
Dr. K.R. Santhosh Path Analysis
Ms. Sanjana Malhotra Journal Article Reporting Methods (JARM)
Ms. Ashwini N A Ganig Importance of Qualitative Analysis
Presentation on Center for Emerging Dr. Krishna Venkatesh Technologies
Dr. Bhaskar Dixit Presentation on Center for Disaster Mitigation
Presentation on International Institute for Prof. Sridhar Murthi Aerospace Engineering and Management (IIAEM) Presentation on Center for Post Graduate Dr. Varalakshmi Studies (CPGS)
Presentation on Center for Research in Social Dr Reetika Syal Sciences and Education(CERSSE)
Presentation on Center for Nano and Material Dr Geetha Balakrishna Sciences (CNMS)
Presentation in the Chenraj Roychand Center Prof. N.V.H Krishnan for Entrepreneurship
Day-3
Dr. K. Kasturirangan,Chairman, Sustaining and Strengthening a Vibrant Karnataka Knowledge Commission Research Culture
Dr. Krishnadas Nair, Chancellor of Jain Research culture with humanism, ethics and University excellence
Mr. Vora, Director of Tata Engineering Emerging scenario in the Manufacturing Sector Services and Member, Academic Council and the preparedness of the Indian research of Jain University establishment
Dr. Indira Jaiprakash a Professor of Research Atmosphere in a University Psychology
Dr K Eresi, Former Dean of Commerce, Research in Management Bangalore University Dr GSD Babu, Director, BVB Centre for Research in Science Astrophysics
Panel Discussion Faculty members of Research Centres
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Bharat Ratna Dr. C.N.R. Rao, National Research Professor inaugurating the Exhibit of Research Activities through poster presentations during Research Conclave – May 2015
Padma Vibhushan Dr. V.S. Arunachalam, former Scientific Advisor to the Defence Minister of India interacting at the Poster Exhibit during Research Conclave
Padma Vibhushan Dr. K. Kasturirangan, Chancellor of Jawaharlal Nehru University in an interactive session with the participants during Research Conclave
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3.1.6 How does the university facilitate researchers of eminence to visit the campus as adjunct professors? What is the impact of such efforts on the research activities of the university
The University believes in taking guidance from external experts and researchers of eminence. At regular intervals the University departments consult domain experts who have made their impact in the field of research and appoint them as visiting or adjunct faculty to provide guidance and add strength to research activities. Experts are also chosen as research guides in some research areas where specific guidance is needed. The dialogue with eminent experts has given a platform for innovative ideas to develop, further strengthening the research activities. They have also been instrumental in attracting research collaboration and arranging tie-ups with research institutions of excellence and guiding the research scholars to avail some of the experimental facilities outside the University. The following are some of the professors of eminence working as adjunct/ Visiting Faculty
1. Prof. Dattaguru B, Aerospace Engineering / IIAEM 2. Prof. Gaurdachar Raju, Electronics & Communication Engineering 3. Prof. Nagabhushan, Electrical & Electronics Engineering 4. Prof. SB Sullia, Center for Post Graduate Studies 5. Dr. P.A. Ashwathnarayan, Aerospace Engineering / IIAEM 6. Dr. M.R. Pranesh, Civil Engineering
3.1.7 What percentage of the total budget is earmarked for research? Give details of heads of expenditure, financial allocation and actual utilization. 25% of the total budget is allocated to Research activities
Particulars % of Expenditure
Infrastructure 08
Laboratory 04
Equipments 04
Salary 07
Miscellaneous 02
As a development measure for research activity, the library is well equipped with research journals, books and laboratories with equipments, consumable materials and internet facilities. The institution has always given an extensive support to research activities and researchers. Allocation and sanction of budget has never been a constraint for research activities.
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3.1.8 In its budget, does the university earmark funds for promoting research in its affiliated colleges? If yes, provide details.
Not Applicable
3.1.9 Does the university encourage research by awarding Post Doctoral Fellowships/Research Associate ships? If yes, provide details like number of students registered, funding by the university and other sources.
Financial Assistance is provided to research scholars to a limited extent by the University. The research scholars who are enrolled for Ph.D are given the facility to apply for the research scholarship and secure the same if they are eligible. A list of such students is given below:
Sl Name Subject Fellowship No 1 Lokamamya Chikmath Aerospace Engg. Jain University JRF 2 Prerana V Biotechnology DST INSPIRE JRF 3 Archana Bharati Biotechnology DST INSPIRE JRF 4 Minchitha K U Biochemistry DST INSPIRE JRF Indian Council 5 M A Madhuvanthi Music for Cultural JRF Relation (ICCR) 6 Neetu Israni Biotechnology Jain University JRF 7 Babu V S Biotechnology Jain University JRF 8 Shwetharani R Biotechnology Jain University JRF 9 Usma Dave Biotechnology Jain University JRF 10 Yuvraj Chakradhari Biotechnology JRF DRDO JRF 11 Ramyasmruthi S Talanki Biotechnology JRF DST JRF 12 Bharat Biotechnology JRF DST JRF 13 Tanisha Biotechnology RGNF JRF 14 Ashwini Biotechnology Jain University JRF 15 Dhanya Biotechnology CSIR JRF 16 Bibechana Timsina Biotechnology Jain University JRF 17 Bhavya J Biochemistry Jain University JRF 18 Chandan H R Biochemistry Jain University JRF 19 Megha Shukla Chemistry DST INSPIRE JRF 20 Shirisha Namavarapu Microbiology Jain University JRF 21 Praveena N Chemistry Jain University JRF 22 Appaji M Ashwini Microbiology Jain University JRF
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Sl Name Subject Fellowship No 23 Sayeeda Mussavira Biochemistry Jain University JRF 24 Sanjana Malhotra Psychology Jain University JRF 25 Jyothi MS Chemistry Jain University JRF 26 Murali Krishna Chemistry Jain University JRF 27 Laveena Precilla D’ Souza Chemistry Jain University JRF 28 K Alamelu Ramasami Chemistry Jain University JRF 29 K R Chethana Chemistry Jain University JRF 30 Ravishankar TN Chemistry Jain University JRF 31 Jayamohan N S Microbiology Jain University JRF 32 K Manjunath Microbiology Jain University JRF 33 Shwetha Microbiology Jain University JRF 34 Soumya Ravikumar Biotechnology DST INSPIRE JRF 35 Chaynika Prakash Microbiology Jain University JRF
3.1.10 What percentage of faculty have utilized the sabbatical leave for pursuit of higher research in premier institutions within the country and abroad? How does the university monitor the output of these scholars?
Some of the research scholars have availed the facility of sabbatical leave. The scholars are advised to give regular updates of the progress of their work as also the attendance certificate from the various libraries, research institutions and other facilities they have visited.The MPhil/Ph.D students are regularly monitored and are required to produce half-yearly progress report, attend skill development programmes and make presentations..
Name of the Faculty Place of visit
Dr. Vinayachandra B K University of Ghent
Dr. Anuradha Choudaray University of Ghent National Research Council, USA Dr. Chimpalataradi Ashok Research Associate Award at Air force research Kumar laboratory, US Air force Academy National Taiwan University, Taiwan; University of California, Berkeley; University of Qatar, Doha; Lahore University of Management Science, Lahore; Kings College, London; School of Oriental and Dr. Sandeep Shastri African Studies, London; University of Ethiopia, Addis Ababa; University of Cape Town, South Africa; for collaborative projects, guest lectures and dialogue
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Name of the Faculty Place of visit
Dr. Shailaja Shastri Bolton University Dr. Mahesh Padaki AMTEC, University of Malaysia - Johar Centro de Quimica Estrutural, Instituto Superior Dr. R.S. Keri Tecnico, Universidade Tecnica de Lisboa, Portugal Northwest Normal University, Lanzhou, Gansu, Dr. Samrat D China. Mr. K. Manjunnath University Federal of Rio Grande do Sul Laboratory of Thin Films and Nanostructure Mr. Ravishankar TN Fabrication (L3F nano), Institute of Physics, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Chulalongkorn University, Pathumwan, Bangkok, Ms. Jyothi M S Thailand King Mongkut’s University of Technology Mr. S. Murali Krishna Thonburi, Bang KhunThian, Bangkok, Thailand Mr. K. Sureshkumar Chungnam national university, South Korea
3.1.11 Provide details of national and international conferences organized by the university highlighting the names of eminent scientists / scholars who participated in these events.
Conferences 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total Organised
International -- - 01 06 04 01 05 17
National 02 07 11 13 18 37 09 97
Faculty members have attended 1226 National Conference and 103 International Conference during 2009-2015.
3.2 RESOURCE MOBILIZATION FOR RESEARCH
3.2.1 What are the financial provisions made in the university budget for supporting students’ research projects?
Students are encouraged to involve themselves in projects which are curriculum oriented and which enables them to understand the fundamentals of research methodology. Students in some of the departments are involved in collecting data for research projects. In-house projects, e-content, student club, training beyond curriculum, technical videos, sponsoring the best projects and seminars are some of the other research linked activities in which students are actively involved. The projects of the Post- graduate department are sponsored by the University.
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Specially designed student projects are offered by Post-graduate department of Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry and Physics as a compulsory component in the curriculum. Major research interests have been in the fields of Bioinformatics, Enzymology, Mycology and Industrial Microbiology. Use of bioinformatics tools for rational drug development, from herbal sources, against tuberculosis constitutes a major part of the currently ongoing research.
In some of the University courses (B.Sc., BCA, B.Com) students have compulsory project papers which are given as a measure of inculcating research interest in the students. Respective departments allot the projects to students in groups and the faculty members guide them to carry out the same. This helps in developing interest among the students towards research. (Supportive documents are with respective departments) and motivating students and guiding to present papers in seminars and conferences.
Response in 2.3.13
3.2.2 Has the university taken any special efforts to encourage its faculty to file for patents? If so, how many have been registered and accepted?
The University believes in encouraging the faculty members to file for patents.
The details of the patents filed are enlisted below
STATUS OF PATENTS FILED BY JAIN UNIVERSITY
Sl No Category Nos.
Number of patent applications filed and application number received 1 14 from patent office
Number of patent applications sent to NRDC Under processing to file 2 8 in Patent Office
3 Disclosures received and under processing at Jain university 2
No. of patents granted ( It is learnt from Patent office that it takes Nil 4 approximately 4 years to grant a patent due to shortage of patent examiners at patent office)
5 Patent filed by Research Scholars 2
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Details of the Patent Applications are as below:
Sl. Application Name Title University/Center No Number Et al-A process of Dr. Geetha disinfection of water Center for Emerging 1 3516/CHE/2010 Balakrishna using broader spectrum Technologies of solar radiation A process for rapid Dr. Geetha Center for Emerging 2 detection of food and 3517/CHE/2010 Balakrishna Technologies water borne pathogens A process of photo elimination of Dr. Geetha Ethidium Bromide, A Center for Emerging 3 3204/CHE/2010 Balakrishna potent mutagen using Technologies renewable source of energy Center for 4 Mr. Dhruv K Gera Eco friendly fan 3937/CHE/2011 Management Studies Eco friendly mechanized universal Center for 5 Mr. Dhruv K Gera 3936/CHE/2011 household water saving Management Studies adapter Eco friendly universal timer based adapter for Center for 6 Mr. Dhruv K Gera 3935/CHE/2011 powering household Management Studies appliances
Eco friendly intelligent Center for 7 Ms. Anila Bajpai 3938/CHE/2011 safety apparatus Management Studies
Eco friendly flow Center for 8 Mr. Dhruv K Gera control device for 225/CHE/2012 Management Studies tobacco smoking
Alerting device for SMS Center for 9 Mr. Dinesh Nilkant 226/CHE/2012 and Calls Management Studies
Composite paste to Dr. K.Gopalakrishna, build up surfaces and Center for Emerging 10 4903/CHE/2012 C.B.Mohan the process of making Technologies the paste
A web based online Center for 11 Mr. Dinesh Nilkant learning portal for an 2615/CHE/2012 Management Studies educational system
Mr. Dushyantha Nuggehalli A system and method Department of Devegowda, for invehicle traffic sign Electronics and 12 Ms. Suma Manjunath and route indication 747/CHE/2014 Communications Nagaraj, and automatic vehicle Engineering Mr. Mrityunjaya control Vittala Latte A process of amylase production from Center for Post 13 Dr. Srividya 2177/CHE/2014 Bacillus for textile Graduate Studies desizing
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Sl. Application Name Title University/Center No Number
Checking gauge for a Center for Emerging 14 Dr. Gopalakrishna 2288/CHE/2014 work piece Technologies
Patent Applications sent to NRDC
Development of acid functionalized MWNTs Center for Emerging Applications sent 1 Dr. Kathyayini et al for esterification of Technologies to NRDC benzyl alcohol with carboxylic acid Design and Center for Emerging Applications sent 2 Dr. Kathyayini et al development of low Technologies to NRDC cost thermal paste Dr. Nagendra Kempegowda, Mr. A Novel Scheme for Dept of Electronics Mohan Krishna Increasing the Effective Applications sent 3 and Communication Srinivasan, output of Solar to NRDC Engineering Mr. Raghu Pumping System Nanjundegowda Mr. Dushyanth Image Construction in Nuggehally Dept of Electronics Ultrasonic NDT Using Applications sent 4 Devegowda, and Communication Camera Based Position to NRDC Mr. Mruthunjaya Engineering Sensors V.Latte Dr. Mohan Chikkamaranahalli, Development of Bhoganarasimhaiah, additive based Center for Emerging Applications sent 5 Dr. Krishna lubricants for sliding Technologies to NRDC Venkatesh, surfaces Dr. Gopalakrishna Keshava Narayana Department of Applications sent 6 Mr. Roopak Raj S Page Mate Aerospace to NRDC Engineering Dr. Ravi Kumar Kadeppagari, Economic processes Center for Emerging Applications sent 7 Mr. Sukrutha Suresh, for the production of Technologies to NRDC Dr. Venkata Krishna bilirubin oxidase Bayineni,
Novel Circuitry for Dr. Goplakrishna, improved Mileage in Center for Emerging Applications sent 8 Dr. K .Venkatesh, a direct/multiport fuel Technologies to NRDC Mr. Jagadeesha injection system
Disclosures received and under processing
Novel purified latex Dr. Bindhu O.S., proteases for wound Center for Post Disclosures 1 Ms. Maheshwari healing (hemostatic) Graduate studies received Kumari Singh potential Disclosures 2 Dr. Bhaskar Dixit Novel improved stove CDM received
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Patent filled by Research Scholars Recombinant variable surface glycoprotein and monoclonal Patent antibody based competitive application Research 1 Ms. Ligi Jose inhibition enzyme linked Number: Scholar immunosorbant assay for 370/CHE/2015, detection of antibodies against dt. 25.01.2015 Trypanosoma evansi “Monoclonal antibody based Yet to receive double antibody sandwich ELISA Research Patent 2 Ms. Ligi Jose for the detection of Trypanosoma Scholar application evansi antigen in animals’’ number
INNOVATIVE IDEA CONTEST
This is an annual contest conducted by the University, as part of the celebrations of IPR day . This idea contest is open for Faculty members of all departments, students of all branches of Science, Engineering, Management and PhD students registered at Jain University. Any of the best ideas which can be converted to a new process, a new product, a new software and a new design of products, with innovation potentials can be submitted for the competition. The jury will reward concepts/ideas with prizes covering categories of science, engineering and management. Jury may also determine any additional ideas as meritable mentions without prizes. Jain University organised the idea contest during 2013, 2014 and 2015.
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3.2.3 Provide the following details of ongoing research projects of faculty:
Budget Sl Name of the Funding Title of the project Rs. No investigator Agency (Lakhs) Center for Emerging 1 FIST (DST) DST 220.00 Technologies Developing High Value Biopolymeric Materials for the Food, Fiber, Biofuel, 2 Dr Narendra Reddy Composites, Medical and DBT 88.00 Automative Industries Using Indigenous Renewable Resources Establishment of food 3 Dr. Ravikumar K MOFPI 75.00 technology programme A solar pump test facility 4 Dr. Bhaskar Dixit (Amount sanctioned is UL 63.00 1,00,000.00 USD) Design and development of 5 Dr K. Ramanarasimha DRDO- NRB 49.15 a Robotic Fish Design and Development 6 Dr. C. B. Mohan of a transitioning VTOL DRDO 46.70 MICAV Regulatory Open Pool fire testing of transportation BARC, 7 Dr. Bhaskar Dixit 44.00 casks for radio-active Mumbai material Emergence of the states as the Centre of Indian Politics: 8 Dr. Sandeep Shastri ICSSR 25.00 Implications for Indian Federalism Development of Supercapacitors for DRDO-DST 9 Dr. Kathyayini H 39.09 MiCAV applications using NPMICAV Nanomaterials Exploitation of Unique Ministry of Properties of Quantum Dr. Geetha new and 10 Dots for Efficient Energy 37.16 Balakrishna renewable Harvesting in Solar Cells, energy, India 2011 Development of a Nano-Bio Sensor for the ammonia DRDO-DST 11 Dr. Ravikumar K 37.72 detection for use in Micro- NPMICAV Aerial Vehicle Development of Bio-Fuel DRDO-DST 12 Dr. K. G. L Bhat Cell test bed and prototype 37.26 NPMICAV for MiCAV applications Biodiversity Informatics and 13 Dr. B. L. Dhananjaya Technology Exchange for EU-FP7 35.28 Snakebite Management
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Budget Sl Name of the Funding Title of the project Rs. No investigator Agency (Lakhs) Potential of selected microbial pigments as 14 Dr. Varalakshmi KN cancer therapeutics: an DST SERB 31.28 evaluation on human cancer cell lines Studies of interaction of plant growth promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) PI: Dr. Padmavathi T and arbuscularmy 15 DST – SERB 30.40 Co-I: Dr. Usha M.S. corrhizal fungi (AMF) on Lycopersiconesculentum and Capsicum annum plants Development of low cost 16 Dr Krishna Venkatesh DRDO-DST 29.32 reusable MiCAV Exploitation of Unique Dr R properties of Quantum 17 MNRE 29.16 GeethaBalakrishna Dots for Efficient Energy Harvesting in Solar cells Proteomic and transcriptomic profile of hemotoxic snakes: 18 Dr B. L. Dhananjaya DST 26.70 Implementation in development of effective, safe and feasible Anti- venin Development of CNT and mesoporous carbon supported catalysts for 19 Dr Kathyayini H DST 26.34 the synthesis of fine chemicals via amidation& hydrogenation reactions Design and Fabrication of Disposable Devices for 20 Dr MahaveerKurkuri Quantitative Detection of DST 25.90 Fluoride in Field Studies, 2015 Preparation and 21 Dr Mahesh S Padaki characterization of GO DST 25.90 induced thin film, 2014 Changing Dynamics of the Suburbs in the process of Dr Choodamani Urban Transformation with 22 ICSSR 25.00 Nandagopal reference to the changing Socio-Economic Scenario of Bangalore City’-2013
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Budget Sl Name of the Funding Title of the project Rs. No investigator Agency (Lakhs) Production of hydrogen through the coupling of dehydrogenation of Ethylbenzene and hydrogenation of 23 Dr Nagaraja BM DST 25.00 Nitrobenzene for the synthesis of Styrene and Aniline over different promoters supported on basic oxide catalysts. Dr. Sandeep Shastri Determining Quality 24 Dr. Manisha Madhava Parameters in Higher ICSSR 25.00 Dr Shailaja Shastri Education Studies on Transition Metal-Oxides Anchored 25 Dr Kathyayini H to Multiwall Carbon DRDO 24.89 Nanotubes as Hybrid Supercapacitors” Design and Development of an Autonomous Amphibian 26 Dr K. Gopala Krishna DRDO-NRB 24.23 Vehicle for Harbor Security Operations Development of new Ministry of Dr Geetha nanofiltration membranes 27 drinking 22.81 Balakrishna for desalination and water, India brackish water, 2013 Theraupeutic enzymes from microbial sources:Production 28 Dr Ravikumar K SERB-DST 22.70 improvement and studies on their human serum albumin nanocomplexes. Evaluation and Optimization of Machinability and Surface 29 K. G. Basavakumar DRDO- NRB 21.60 Characteristics of Al- Si- Cu Alloys for Naval Applications “Property tailoring in Titania through the Dr Geetha 30 integration of Nitrogen and DST 21.25 Balakrishna Fluorine for a feasible water Disinfection Process” The development of 31 Dr Amit Kumar novel metal therapeutic DST 21.00 compounds, 2012
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Budget Sl Name of the Funding Title of the project Rs. No investigator Agency (Lakhs) Feasibility studies on development of surface integrity and strength characteristics of rapid 32 Dr Krishna Venkatesh prototyped components DOS - ISRO 20.73 to enable their direct application in design and development activities of pay load for space craft Exploring the Dynamics of Pancreatic Peptide- Membrane Interactions 33 Dr M.S Santhosh DST 19.18 through Nano- Scale Imaging: Implications on type II Diabetes mellitus Effect of electron beam irradiation on polymeric 34 Dr A. V. Raghu composite membranes for DAE-BRNS 19.05 pervaporation separation application Synthesis and development of fluorimetric/ Board of Dr Geetha colorimetric probes for the Research 35 18.66 Balakrishna determination of Cu, Fe and in Nuclear Zn in blood serum and cell Sciences lines, 2012 Developing Inexpensive, disposable and 36 Dr Narendra Reddy biodegradable food MOFPI 15.09 container using agricultural wastes Preparation of an antifouling membrane by Dr Geetha 37 wet chemical methods and NRB 15.78 Balakrishna its performance study for filtration applications 38 Dr. Raju IRNSS ISRO 10.00 Structural Damage 39 Dr. Ashokkumar. AR&DB 8.50 Mitigation Developing a Biodegradable and Inexpensive Mask for VGST- 40 Dr Narendra Reddy 4.00 Filtering Particulate Matter SMYSR in the Environment
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Budget Sl Name of the Funding Title of the project Rs. No investigator Agency (Lakhs) Compatibility Pongamiapinnata biodiesel VGST- 41 DrMeenakshi H. N 4.00 and its diesel blends on SMYSR Elastomeric Materials Dr. Rajani Jairam, Ms Geetha Translation of Classics – 42 Madhusudan, ABHINAVA 4.00 Sanskrit Literature Dr. Pranesh, Dr. Natesh 43 Dr. Manisha Madhava Social Bases of State Parties ICSSR 3.89 Symbolism of Sacred Dr. Choodamani 44 space in early Dravidian ICHR 2.21 Nandagopal architecture-2013 Narendra Reddy Naganand G. N Identifying Unique 45 Geetha Priya M Properties of Proteins in KSCST 1.00 Meenakshi H. N non-edible oil meals. Anantha Prasad Production of Fatty Acid Methyl Ester from non- Dr Meenakshi. H. N 46 edible Oilseeds using KSCST 0.75 Dr Anantha Prasad different techniques- A comparison
Design and Fabrication of 47 Dr M.G. Anthaprasad Automatic Banana Peeling KSCST 0.08 and Slicing Machine
Experimental Investigations 48 K. Rama Narasimha on Multi Turn Oscillating KSCST 0.07 Heat Pipe The Smart translator for Old 49 Mr Umesh P KSCST 0.05 Kannada
TOTAL 1402.88
A project on “Application of emerging nanomaterials in Health, Energy & Water was sanctioned by DST with a grant of Rs. 2.2 crores on 22.07.2015.
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3.2.4 Does the university have any projects sponsored by the industry / corporate houses? If yes, give details such as the name of the project, funding agency and grants received.
Yes the University has projects sponsored by industry/corporate houses.
Budget Name Title Funding Agency Rs. (Lakhs)
Dr. Sayanu HAL- Structural Health Monitoring 3.55 Pamidigantham EDGEWOOD
Dr. C.B.Mohan Development of Linear Dr. K.Venkatesh MAGNUM 30.00 Reciprocating Tribometer Dr. K.Gopalkrishna
Dr. K.Venkatesh Co-Investigators Establishment of Energy Dr. S.Ramammurthy Facility and Performance Dr. K.Gopalkrishna Behavior of PV Panels TUV 110.00 Dr. K.Ramamnarasimha ( MOU) 2009 (Energy Field Dr. C.B.Mohan Lab/Park) Prof. K.G.L.Bhat
Design and Development of Prof. V Parameswaran Fixed base Flight Simulator IIAAT 22.00 for CESSNA 172 Aircraft
KSRTC Bus stand- KMV Dr Shashi Shankar KSRTC 0.17 Projects KSRTC Bus stand- KMV Dr Shashi Shankar KSRTC 0.03 Projects KSRTC Bus stand- KMV Dr Shashi Shankar KSRTC 0.02 Projects KHB Layout – Shri Aruna Dr Shashi Shankar KSRTC 0.05 Construction Development of Indoor Fire Dr Bhaskar Dixit UL 50.00 test Facility Mahindra (Special Ms SmithaKavatekar Mahindra 0.40 Competition) Grant KPMG Business Ethics Grant Ms SmithaKavatekar KPMG 1.00 (2010)
Ms SmithaKavatekar Seed Money Grant (2010) KPMG 0.40
TOTAL 217.62
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49 Externally funded Ongoing 38 Externally funded Completed Inhouse Projects Consultancy Projects Industry Projects 18 39
3.2.5 How many departments of the university have been recognized for their research activities by national / international agencies (UGC- SAP, CAS; Department with Potential for Excellence; DST-FIST; DBT, ICSSR, ICHR, ICPR, etc.) and what is the quantum of assistance received? Mention any two significant outcomes or breakthroughs achieved by this recognition.
DEPARTMENTS/ Centres FUNDING AGENCIES
DST SERB Biotechnology & Genetics NP-MICAV (DRDO) VGST
VGST-DST,GOK Biochemistry VGST-SPICE
Microbiology DST – SERB
Physics VGST
Psychology ICSSR
ICSSR Performing arts & Cultural Studies ICHR
Center for Disaster Mitigation UL , BARC, Mumbai, IISc
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DEPARTMENTS/ Centres FUNDING AGENCIES
Center for Social Science and Educa- ICSSR, GOK, FKCCI, TFD, Forum of tion Federation
DST , KSCST, DRDO- NRB, DBT, MOFPI, VGST- SMYSR, DAE-BRNS, ,EU-FP7, DOS – ISRO, DRDO-NRB, Center for Emerging Technology SERB-DST, NPMICAV, MNRE, STEP, HAL-EDGEWOOD, MAGNUM TUV Center for Nano and Material Science DST, BRNS
Electronics and Communication Engi- ISRO neering
Aerospace AR & DB, IIAAT
Information Science and Engineering KSCST
Mechanical Engineering VGST
Electrical and Electronics Engineering BRNS-DAE
Civil Engineering CSIR
3.2.6 List details of a. Research projects completed and grants received during the last four years (funded by National/International agencies).
Sl. Funding Budget Name Title No. Agency Rs. (Lakhs) Dr. Sudha Establishing a facility for – A 1 VGST KFIST 20.00 Deshmukh Bioenergy laboratory Studies on Oxidative stress in erythrocytes isolated from 2 Dr. Vani R VGST (SMYSR) 5.00 different blood groups stored under blood bank conditions Analysis of the effect of
polluted water/water body 3 [VGST - 0.30 Mr. Mathews P. Raj (Igblur lake, Bangalore) on SPICE] the biotic component Screening, Isolation & Purification of an insect- selective sodium channel VGST- 4 Dr. Sunil S. More 5.00 inhibiting toxin from Indian DST,GOK Scorpion venoms: a potential Biopesticide Life Information Score: Exploring the probability (VGST) 5 Dr. Swati Routh of life and its complexities 4.00 - Karnataka in Exoplanets: A Novel Computing Model
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Sl. Funding Budget Name Title No. Agency Rs. (Lakhs) Cytogenetic biomonitoring of Mr. Ravishankara chemical laboratory workers 6 VGST-SPICE 0.30 Manasvi occupationally exposed to toxic chemicals. In-vitro antimicrobial activity of Syzygiumcumini leaf 7 Mr. Ravishankara VGST-SPICE 0.30 gall extract against human pathogenic strain Synthesis & Characterization VGST - 8 Dr.Priya L 0.30 of polymer compounds. Karnataka Characterization of polysterene ZnS doped VGST - 9 Dr.Priya L 4.00 in Mn2+ nanoparticles Karnataka composites Preparation and characterization of the Pt/ VGST - 10 Dr. Dinesh Kumar 0.30 TiO2/Silicon MOS capacitor Karnataka for sensor application Mr. Malatesh S Microcontroller Based Green VGST - 11 0.30 Akkur House Monitoring System Karnataka M/s Avasarala Technologies Dr. Rama Ltd. as consultant in a M/s Avasarala 12 Narasimha project on development of Technologies 10.00 sodium heat pipes for nuclear Ltd. applications Wipro Technologies Ltd. as Dr. Rama Develop fluid mechanics 13 Narasimha Wipro 0.25 faculty guide under MISSION 10X program Optimization of 14 Dr. Vijayakumar VTU 2.75 Machinability Parameters Prof. P S Motor Operated Self- 15 VGST 0.40 Raghavendra Rao rechargeable Electric Vehicle Karnataka Dr Choodamani 16 Manasollasa -2012 Sanskrit 0.20 Nandagopal University Janapada 17 Dr. Manjunatha Grama Charita Kosha Vishwavidyalaya, 0.60 Haveri Dr. Rajani Jairam, Contributed to the project Karnataka 18 Dr. Pranesh, on Translations of Bharata’s Nataka 0.05 Dr. Natesh Natyashastra Academy
Stotra Literature for everyday Private 19 Dr. Rajani Jairam Honorary life publisher
Development of post processing infrastructure Dr. Krishna 20 for RP ABS component DRDO 46.64 Venkatesh plating for surface integrity enhancement Development of engine life 21 Mr. Kishore K DRDO 9.75 usage monitoring system
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Sl. Funding Budget Name Title No. Agency Rs. (Lakhs) Surface micromachined distributed delay line Dr. Sayanu switched delay line and 22 STEP 12 .00 Pamidigantham tapered spiral antenna on RF friendly substrates like Quartz, Glass and Alumina Novel contact and non Dr. Sayanu 23 contact based liquid sensing ISRO 5.37 Pamidigantham using MEMS technology India Component of the World Values 24 Dr. Sandeep Shastri 5.00 World Values Survey Survey Taiwan 25 Dr. Sandeep Shastri Global barometer Study Foundation for 2.00 Democracy 26 Dr. Sandeep Shastri National Election Study 2009 Lokniti-CSDS 5.00
27 Dr. Sandeep Shastri Edited Volume on NES 2004 Lokniti-CSDS 2.00
28 Dr. Sandeep Shastri All India Youth Study Lokniti-CSDS 4.00
29 Dr. Sandeep Shastri Karnataka Assembly Elections Lokniti-CSDS 10.00
Tracker Poll (Three Rounds 30 Dr. Sandeep Shastri Lokniti-CSDS 8.00 to date) 31 Dr. Sandeep Shastri NES 2014 Lokniti-CSDS 7.00
32 Dr. Reetika Syal Religion Survey Lokniti-CSDS 2.00
MadhuPalati Modeling and system 33 Dr. G R improvement for a fast rise BRNS-DAE 15.60 Nagabhushan timeMarx Generator. Global dialogue on Political Forum of 34 Dr.Sandeep Shastri 20.00 Parties Federations Taiwan Karnataka component 35 Dr.Sandeep Shastri Foundation for 2.00 SDSA -2 Democracy 36 Dr.Sandeep Shastri Farmer Survey CSDS 1.50
Demonstration and 37 Dr Bhaskar Dixit Implementation of new IISc 10.00 biomass burning device
Hydraulic Performance of Commercial Water Saving 38 Dr. Nagaraj Sitaram Devices and Suggestions for CSIR 5.24 Its Performance Improvement in Water Conservation “ Amarakosa – A Biological 39 Dr. S. Sundararajan INSA 2.90 Assessment” TOTAL 218.05
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b. Inter-institutional collaborative projects and grants received i) All India collaboration ii) International
Response is given in 3.2.4
The following are the MoU’s entered for international / National collaborations
PARTICULARS No’s International MoUs 20 National MoUs 25 International Agreement 09 National Agreement 12 TOTAL 66
3.3 RESEARCH FACILITIES
3.3.1 What efforts have been made by the university to improve its infrastructure requirements to facilitate research? What strategies have been evolved to meet the needs of researchers in emerging disciplines?
All the constituent units have State-of-the-Art research facilities. These facilities are used by the students. The researchers are also provided with library facilities and internet access to pursue their research work. Establishing new facilities and upgrading the existing ones is a continuous process.
The engineering wing has well equipped Labs, Research Centres like Center for Emerging Technologies& Center for Disaster Mitigation, separate cabins to faculty with Computer and internet facility for providing proper working ambience, internet access, software packages like SPSS and Microsoft for data base analysis. The wing is also equipped with Wi-Fi in the campus, Online journals, e-books, international and national Journals in Library. Out of mutual interest research institutes like IISc, RRI, NAL, CSIR have extended their facility to the University.
The Post graduate department laboratories are equipped with most modern & advanced equipments to suit additional academic & research needs of the MSc, MPhil and Ph.D students. The undergraduate labs have been well equipped to carry out minor research projects. The university also has well equipped library, internet, computer in every department, and audio visual facility to pursue research.
In order to meet the demands of researchers the following are in place: • Thinklet E- Journal of research activities • Inter library loan facility • Research Retreat
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• Research Conclave • Permission to visit research centres to make use of available facilities and sophisticated research equipment • Initiative to establish a nodal research center
3.3.2 Does the university have an Information Resource Centre to cater to the needs of researchers? If yes, provide details of the facility.
The constituent units have well equipped information resource centres, to meet the needs of researchers. Detailed Response is already given in 4.2.3
3.3.3 Does the university have a University Science Instrumentation Centre (USIC)? If yes, have the facilities been made available to research scholars? What is the funding allotted to USIC?
The University has initiated the process to establish an University Science Instrumentation Center (USIC)
3.3.4 Does the university provide residential facilities (with computer and internet facilities) for research scholars, post-doctoral fellows, research associates, summer fellows of various academies and visiting scientists (national/international)?
The University currently has a few dwelling units for research scholars to stay on campus and pursue their research work outside the institutional working for a stipulated time period. The visiting scientists and professors are accorded facilities at engineering campus.
3.3.5 Does the university have a specialized research centre/ workstation on-campus and off-campus to address the special challenges of research programmes?
The University has designated centres of research to address the special challenges of the research programmes. The following are the centres:-
Center for Emerging Technologies (CET)
“Center for Emerging Technologies” is established under the aegis of Industry – Institute interaction and is a hub for promoting new technologies and undertaking Research and Consultancy in various domains of engineering. Towards this a platonic relationship is being built up with a number of companies, organisations and institutions alike wherein the academic community gets to work and be trained on the state-of-the-art technologies addressing industry verticals. A qualified group of research staff has been recruited to support the center; taking into account that the economies of the coming decade shall be knowledge base driven economies.
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Charter of CET • Research, Development and Consultancy • Setting up of Research Units in different domains • Transnational cooperation, programmes and projects • Industrial interfacing and interactions • Development of multidisciplinary technologies • Organising and conduction of workshops/seminars/conferences • Development of newer products • Raising public and industrial awareness as to the importance of specific technology towards a sustainable growth of the industrial Indian society • Developing strategies, using market studies, SWOT analyses, Life Cycle Analysis, etc., towards a sustainable economic growth using innovative technologies • Promotion of new materials and technologies • Offering an integrated, powerful tool to the company of tomorrow, capable of identifying the problem or technological opportunity, select and test suitable solutions and develop new technologies, and guide the client during the implementation of new technologies • Provide a platform for rural area development through technology up-gradation and • Employment generation • To act as a nodal centre for supporting SME
International Institute of Aerospace Engineering and Management (IIAEM)
IIAEM is a collaborative venture between Jain University and Society of Indian Aerospace Technologies & Industries, which has received overwhelming support from academic institutions, R&D laboratories and Industrial organizations – like ISRO, HAL, AAI, NAL, Air India, BIAL, CIAL and many others. Besides involving itself in cutting edge research, the Institute will generate a pool of technical manpower skilled in Aircraft Design, Avionics, Aircraft Maintenance Engineering, Airport Infrastructure & Management propulsion, flight safety, structural health monitoring at the under graduate, postgraduate and research levels. The curriculum has been vetted by experts from industry and academia. IIAEM is committed and has already invested considerable effort and money.
Center for Disaster Mitigation (CDM)
The Center for Disaster Mitigation (CDM) is a center which is involved in Research, Development and Educational activities in the field of Disaster Mitigation. CDM is housed in Engineering Campus on the Bangalore - Kanakapura Road, Jakkasandra. The objective of the Center is to mitigate disasters due to natural and manmade hazards. CDM carries out research, teaching, testing and consultancy in the areas of earthquakes, floods &
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drought, fire safety engineering and industrial waste utilization. The center is committed to develop a group of well trained manpower, catering to the ever increasing needs of the country in the field of disaster mitigation.
CDM is a member of the National Fire Protection Association (www.nfpa. org), USA. CDM is collaborating with Underwriters Laboratories (www. ul.com), USA, to establish a world class fire testing laboratory known as the UL-Jain Fire Laboratories, India (UL-JFL). CDM is also collaborating with CGPL, IISc. (cgpl.iisc.ernet.in) on efficient utilisation of biomass. There is a national facility for fire testing which is an initiative for BARC.
Center for Research in Social Science and Education (CERSSE)
The Center for Research in Social Sciences and Education (CERSSE) was established by the Jain University to promote research in select areas of Social Science and Research. The Center has collaborated with International institutions of repute such as University of California, Berkeley, Forum of Federations, Canada, and International Association of Centres for Federal studies (IACFS), Forum of Federation, Sudan, and Konard Adenauer Foundation. The Center has also collaborated with WIPRO Technologies, Government of Karnataka, ICSSR, Government of India, CNN-IBN and World Value Surveys for its research activities.
CERSSE offers training programmes and workshops in the fields of Public Governance, Administration, Political Science, Teaching-Learning Process, Leadership Training, Communication, Interpersonal Skills and many more. Research Areas : Election Studies, Federalism, Indian Politics, Comparative Democracy, Survey Based Research, Adolescent Psychology, Counselling, Training, Legislative Studies, Indian Politics, Democracy Studies, Election Studies, Indian Politics, Education, Political Institutions, Governance & Public Policy, Higher Education and Teaching Pedagogy, Karnataka Youth Policy.
Center for Nano and Material Science (CNMS)
Center for Nano and Material Science considers human resources as one of our essential strengths. The institute’s faculty members are a carefully chosen mix of experienced staff esteemed in their fields, together with young researchers who are eager to establish their positions in the academic world as leading scientists. By blending experience with a fresh outlook, the center has created a balance that we believe holds tremendous promise. CNMS’s administrative management and Equipment Center are both operated by the institute staff. Staffed by individuals with strong scientific backgrounds, CNMS’s equipment center is able to provide scientific support as well as measurement services. The thrust area of research is health, water and energy.
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Chenraj Roychand Center for Entrepreneurship (CRCE)
Chenraj Roychand Center for Entrepreneurship (CRCE) is the entrepreneurial wing of Jain University that creates opportunities for talented and dynamic individuals to realize their entrepreneurial potential. CRCE has been training students in enterprise skills since its inception. Business ideas are spotted and nurtured during the start-up and growth phases of these knowledge and high technology companies. Further, incubated companies are trained to identify an idea, understand hi-tech markets and emerging technologies. Programmes are aimed at entrepreneurial capacity building, thereby fuelling societal development and empowerment of individuals.
Center for Ancient History and Culture (CAHC)
The Center for Ancient History and Culture was started in 2011 after a brain storming session involving reputed Sanskrit scholars, historians, artists, scientists, educationists and others. Generally Indian history is treated as chronicling political history without insights into cultural and social issues. Ancient Indian history is still depicted from a Euro-centric view point. There is need to present ancient history to future generations in a dispassionate and objective fashion avoiding extremities of ideologies. Modern education system should be able to connect with intellectual traditions originating in ancient India. In tune with the above views, CAHC has organized several outreach activities in the last three years. Notable among these are “National level workshop on manuscriptology, and palaeography” (November 2012); “International Seminar on the Future of Civilization” (December 2012). “Parasharatantra” an ancient Sanskrit text on astronomy and natural sciences has been brought out with text, translation and technical notes. Work is currently in progress on bringing out a monograph on astronomical concepts in the Puranas. A three day seminar is organised on intellectual traditions of ancient India which provides a platform for exchange of ideas and to understand and propagate Indian traditions of scientific analysis and thinking. The seminar would be interactive with provision for perception and suggestions. It is organised between 27th and 29thAugust 2015.
All the Post Graduate departments are not only involved in PG teaching but also actively involved in guiding for M.Phil/Ph.D. programmes, publishing research papers and are also involved in funded research projects.
3.3.6 Does the university have centres of national and international recognition/repute? Give a brief description of how these facilities are made use of by researchers from other laboratories.
• The university has seven centres of research activities. The Center for Emerging Technology has set up a National Facility the “Coating Facility”. This facility is used by Indian Space research Organisation
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(ISRO). The Center for Disaster Mitigation has set up the Fire Lab Facility. These facilities are made use of by Indian Oil Commission and Wayamba University of Srilanka, to name a few. • The Centre for Research in Social Sciences and Education (CERSSE) has been a nodal research centre for several projects of the Government of Karnataka, including the State Youth Policy and for the State Knowledge Commission for its Youth Survey. It has also been the resource centre for preparation of research materials for projects of the Forum of Federations implemented in South Sudan, Ethiopia and Myanmar.
3.4 RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS AND AWARDS
3.4.1 Does the university publish any research journal(s)? If yes, indicate the composition of the editorial board, editorial policies and state whether it/they is/are listed in any international database.
Yes the University publishes a research journal entitled “Pariprashna” with ISSN No – 0976-7150. This is a refereed journal registered with registrar of publications. Editorial Board • Prof. N Sundararajan, Vice Chancellor, Jain University, Bangalore • Prof. Sandeep Shastri, Pro Vice Chancellor, Jain University, Bangalore • Prof. N G R Iyengar, Mentor, IIAEM, Jain University, Bangalore • Prof. Jayagopal Uchil, Director, Academic & Planning, Jain University, Bangalore • Prof. M C Radhakrishna, Dept. Of Physics, Bangalore University, Bangalore • Prof. S B Sullia (Retd.) Dept. of Biotechnology, Bangalore University, Bangalore • Prof. G.S.D Babu, MP Birla Institute of Fundamental Research, Bangalore • Prof. H S Venkatesh Murthy (Retd.) Dept. of Kannada, St. Joseph’s college, Bangalore • Prof. N V H Krishnan, Registrar, Jain University, Bangalore • 3.4.2 Give details of publications by the faculty:
Year Publications 2009 37 2010 52 2011 11 7 2012 225 2013 302 2014 212 2015 (till date) 11 4 Total 1059
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37 52 114
117 2009 2010 212 2011 2012 2013 225 2014 2015( till date) 302
The University also has a refereed journal Pariprashna with ISSN No – 0976-7150
* Apart from faculty publications there are 129 publications by research scholars in reputed National / International journals.
Number of Publications 1059
Number of Papers in Scopus 255
Number of Papers in other Refereed Journals including 804 Thomson Reuters, PubMed, SCI, Wiley & others
Highest Impact Factor Research Publication indexed in Scopus Narendra Reddy et.al., Cross linking biopolymers for biomedical applications, 10.04 Trends in Biotechnology(Elsevier), 2015, 1-8
Cumulative Journal Impact Factor 349.65
The lifetime publications of the faculty members totals to 2781.
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3.4.3 Give details of * faculty serving on the editorial boards of national and international journals
Name of the Department Journal Faculty Guest Editor, Pariprashna (2009) – Special issue Prof. Sudha on Science Deshmukh Reviewer of papers in international journals (Impact factor 1-5) Journal of Environmental Biology Dr. Kumudini Reviewer of papers in international journals Biotechnology Belur Satyan (Impact factor 1-5) Dr. K N Reviewer of papers in international journals Varalakshmi (Impact factor 1-5) Dr. Mala Reviewer of papers in international journals Majumdar (Impact factor 1-5) Chemistry & Editor (Aperito Journal of Advanced Plant Biology Dr. Sunil S. More Biochemistry and Journal of Enzymology and metabolism) -1
English Dr. Swaralipi Editor. Taylor and Francis
Editor of proceedings on fifth International Conference on Federalism Member of editorial board MP Journal of Social Sciences Dr. Sandeep Studies in Indian Politics, Sage Publications CERSSE Shastri Sage publications
`Governance` Journal of the Structure and Organisation of Government, Research committee of international political science association.
Dr Y R Nagaraja Editorial Board of Built Expressions
Mr. Abhilash R Editorial board of Elsevier Mr. B N Skanda Editorial board of Elsevier Kumar Civil Engineering Dr Prashanth J Editorial board of Elsevier
Dr Harish N Editorial board of Elsevier
Mr Editorial board of Elsevier Chandregowda C Reviewer of Journal of industrial Engineering & Management Mathematics Dr Radha Gupta Reviewer for Journal OMICS
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Name of the Department Journal Faculty
Advisory Board of Asian Journal of Natural & Applied Sciences Hindi Dr. Mythili P. Rao
Advisor – Asian Journal for Social Science and Humanities, Japan
Editorial board members of peer reviewed Dr Mahaveer Journals:
Editorial board members of peer reviewed Dr Siddappa Journals:
Editorial board members of peer reviewed CNMS Dr Ranjith Pai Journals:
Expert on nanotechnology for curriculum design by UGC, Srilanka Prof. Geetha Balakrishna Advisory Board member, nanotechnology curriculum, NMKRV
Mechanical Dr. Rama Referee in Journal of Applied Fluid Mechanics Engineering Narasimha and International Journal of Heat & Mass Transfer
Electronics and Communication Dr. Vaibhav Editorial board member “Nano Scale Letters” Engineering
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Name of the Department Journal Faculty
Managing Editor for the Journal “Frontiers in Bioscience (Landmark Edition)” on the Special Thematic Issue “Toxins to drugs”, Frontiers in Bioscience Publishers, USA.
Guest editor for the Journal “Current Topics in Medicinal Chemistry (CTMC)” on the Special Thematic Issue "Secretary Phospholipase Inhibitors", Bentham Science Publishers Ltd. USA
Guest Editorial for the Journal Medicinal Chemistry (MC) on special thematic issue ‘Medicinal chemistry and therapeutical potential of snake venom toxin inhibitors’, Bentham Publishers, USA
Editorial member and Guest editor for the Center for Journal “International Journal of Pharmacy and Dr. B.L. Emerging Pharmaceutical Sciences (IJPPS)” on the Special Dhananjaya Technologies Thematic Issue "Drugs from Nature: plants as an important source of pharmaceutically important metabolites", Innovare Academic Publishers
Distinguished Editor for Journal of Venom Research (JVR) (ISI & SCI Index -Pubmed, Pubmed Central). Library Publishing Media Ltd, Oxford, UK
Editor of Toxicology for Journal of Negative Results (JNegRes). ) (Index – Pubmed, Pubmed central, Medline, Scopus, Elsevier, IndexCopernicus, CAS).
Editorial Board Member for Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Science (JRPS). (Index - Chemical Abstracts (CAS), EMBASE). Quest Journals
Editorial Board Member for International Journal of Engineering and Advanced Technology (IJEAT)
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Name of the Department Journal Faculty International Scholarly Research Network (ISRN) Nanotechnology Journal of Polymer Science American Journal of Nanoscience and Dr. A. V. Raghu Nanotechnology American Journal of Applied Chemistry International Journal of Materials Science and Applications Dr. Muralidhara Food Science and Technology Letters: Category : Meghwal International Journal, Publisher International Journal of Textile Science and Dr. Narendra Engineering Reddy AATCC Journal of Research American Journal of Bioscience and Dr. Ravi Kumar K Bioengineering Editor and reviewer for all research papers on Sanskrit Dr Rajani Jairam Philosophy and Sanskrit Literature, Research Revolution Dasa Vaibhava – A collection of Article on Dasa Sahithya Co-Editor, Published by Aisiri Prakashana, Bangalore – 2013.
Vachana Vaividya - A collection of Article on Vachana Sahithya Kannada Dr. Manjunatha Co-Editor, Published by Aisiri Prakashana, Bangalore – 2013
Neladani (Dr. Narahalli Abhinandana Grantha), Editorial Committe, Published by Aisiri Prakashana, Bangalore – 2013. Jaanapadada Antharala Co-Editor - Published by Devi Prakashana, Bangalore – 2013 Peer Review Member Psychology Dr. Gnanaprakash Primax International Journal of Commerce and Management Research
* faculty serving as members of steering committees of international conferences recognized by reputed organizations / societies
Name of the Fac- Department Committee ulty
Chairman, Digitalisation of Fine Arts Colleges (DAC), ABAI. A project promoted by the Prof Dinesh CS & IT government of Karnataka to implement the Damodaran introduce of Digital tools for Fine Arts Colleges across Karnataka as per the AVGC policy.
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Vice President of International Institute of Space Law Co-chair for international study group on space governance setup by the International Prof. K R IIAEM Academy of Astronautics Contributing to Sridhara Murthi a chapter on “Extendingthe Benefits and Uses of Space to all Humankind” in the book project on Global Space Governance, sponsored by McGill University, Canada
1. Member , Chartered Institute of Securities Management Dr. Raghu G Anand and Investment, London UK
1. Life Member Dakshin Bharat Hindi Prachar Sabha Dr. Arvind Kumar Executive committee – JNANAKIRAN Bangalore University Hindi Teachers’ Association
Secretary - SHABD – literary organization – 2012 - 2013
Advisory Board of Asian Journal of Natural & Applied Sciences Hindi Advisor – Asian Journal for Social Science and Humanities, Japan Dr. Mythili P. Rao Life Member – Comparative literature association of India
Member – International Comparative Literature Association
Member – Modern Language Association – Chicago – 2013 – 2014
Recognised as “Technical Advisor” to Mechanical Engi- Dr. C. B. Mohan National Design Research Forum, Institution neering of Engineers, INDIA
Electronics and Co-Chair for IEEE remote sensing society Communication Dr. Raju Bangalore chapter Engineering Center for En- Dr. Krishna Member Steering committee of TUV gineering and Venkatesh Rheinland Technology Scientific Advisor to Controller General of Dr. S Rama Murthy Patents, India
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Name of the Department Committee Faculty Peer committee chairman for NAAC Honorary Technical Advisor and adjunct faculty, Engineering Staff College of India (ESCI) Hyderabad. Vice Chairman, Indian Technical Congress (IEI), NIMHANS, July 23-24, 2015 Vice Chairman, International Conference on Rural water development, Feb 2016, Mysore
Dr M R Pranesh Organizing secretary, Role of accreditation in Engineering education(IEI), Nov. 2015
Chairman International Conference on Energy Environment, Eco-Friendly Buildings ICEEEB,
Scientific Committee Member & Editorial board of Elsevier, International Conference and Exhibition On Sustainable Water Wastewater and Energy Management 7-9 Jan 2016,Bengaluru(SWWEM-2016)
Editorial Board of Built Expressions
Civil Scientific Committee Member & Editorial Engineering board of Elsevier, International Conference and Exhibition On Sustainable Water Wastewater and Dr Y R Nagaraja Energy Management 7-9 Jan 2016, Bengaluru (SWWEM-2016)
Member International Conference on Energy Environment, Eco-Friendly Buildings ICEEEB Co-opt member Institution of Engineers India, Kadapa Local Centre KLC Member, JNTU – A Infrastructure Committee.
Member, Faculty selection committee, MITS- AP
Member, VTU committee to visit JSSATE Dr Shashishankar A Mauritius June /July 2011
Organizing Secretary & Chief editor Elsevier Publication for International Conference and Exhibition On Sustainable Water Wastewater and Energy Management 7-9 Jan 2016,Bengaluru(SWWEM-2016)
Member International Conference on Energy Environment, Eco-Friendly Buildings ICEEEB
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Name of the Fac- Department Committee ulty Organizing Member / Editorial board of Elsevier, International Conference and Mr. Abhilash R Exhibition On Sustainable Water Wastewater and Energy Management 7-9 Jan 2016, Bengaluru (SWWEM-2016) Organizing Member / Editorial board of Elsevier , International Conference Mr. B N Skanda and Exhibition On Sustainable Water Kumar Wastewater and Energy Management 7-9 Jan 2016,Bengaluru(SWWEM-2016) Administrative Committee Member/ Editorial board of Elsevier , International Conference Dr Prashanth J and Exhibition On Sustainable Water Wastewater and Energy Management 7-9 Jan 2016, Bengaluru (SWWEM-2016) Organizing Member/ Editorial board of Elsevier, International Conference and Dr Harish N Exhibition On Sustainable Water Wastewater and Energy Management 7-9 Jan 2016, Bengaluru (SWWEM-2016) Organizing Member/ Editorial board of Elsevier, International Conference and Mr Chandregowda C Exhibition On Sustainable Water Wastewater and Energy Management 7-9 Jan 2016, Bengaluru (SWWEM-2016) Advisory board member for International conference in Fo-guang University Taiwan. Sanskrit Dr Rajani Jairam Advisory board member National Conference Karnataka Sanskrit University Member BOS- Psychology, CMR group of Institutions Member BOS- Psychology, Roshni Nilaya, Dr. Shailaja Shastri School of Social work Member, Project Evaluation Framework Committee, Social Welfare Department Psychology Government of Karnataka Member BOS, School of Behavioural Sciences, M G University Dr. Santhosh KR Honourary Secretary, Amma Psychological Research Centre, Kerala
Dr. Sherin P Antony RCI membership
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3.4.4 Provide details of Research incentives given by the University
Enlisted are the details of the research incentives given by the University :
No. of people Campus / Centres who received the incentives
Jayanagar Campus 17 J.C. Road Campus 18 VV Puram Campus 8 Center for Management Studies (CMS) 4 Center for Research in Social Sciences and Education 1 School of Engineering and Technology 4 Center for Emerging Technologies 5 Center for Research in Aerospace Engineering and 1 Management (under IIAEM)
Grand Total 58
3.4.5 Indicate the average number of successful M.Phil. and Ph.D. scholars guided per faculty during the last four years. Does the university participate in Shodhganga by depositing the Ph.D. theses with INFLIBNET for electronic dissemination through open access?
Yes, the University has uploaded the Ph.D. theses with INFLIBNET for electronic dissemination.
There are 70 guides for Ph.D and M.Phil programmes.
The details of successful M.Phil/ Ph.D candidates are as follows:
Year M.Phil Ph.D* 2011-12 15 -- 2012-13 23 -- 2013-14 20 04 2014-15 30 19
* After the last Convocation fifteen more have been notified
3.4.6 What is the official policy of the university to check malpractices and plagiarism in research? Mention the number of plagiarism cases reported and action taken.
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The research scholars are given instructions at the time of enrolment. The progress of the research work is constantly monitored by the guide and the half yearly reports are submitted to the university through the guides. The scholars have to compulsorily check the thesis by using plagiarism checker ‘ITHENTICATE’ and the report to be sent to the University before the submission of the thesis. If the similarity index is below 20%, then the scholars are given the permission to submit the thesis. If it is more, then they are asked to rework on it and then submit.
3.4.7 Does the university promote interdisciplinary research? If yes, how many interdepartmental / interdisciplinary research projects have been undertaken and mention the number of departments involved in such endeavours?
Yes. The University promotes innovative &interdisciplinary research. Response given in 3.1.4 Departments Performing Arts & Cultural Studies Economics & Social Sciences Languages Biotechnology & Genetics Chemistry & Biochemistry Mathematics Psychology Management Mechanical Engineering
3.4.8 Has the university instituted any research awards? If yes, list the awards.
Yes, the university has recognized the faculty by giving cash awards and certificates for publishing articles in international and national journals. Response in 3.4.4.
The University has also instituted gold medal for the best Ph.D thesis and M.Phil dissertation. Student Name Year Department M.Phil Ph.D 2011 Sherin Elizabeth Cultural Studies 2012 Udoshi Basavaraj ----- Electronics 2013 Manasa Mathematics Asha Crasta Mathematics 2014 Anuradha V Cultural Studies
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3.4.9 What are the incentives given to the faculty for receiving state, national and international recognition for research contributions?
Response is already given in 3.4.4
3.5 CONSULTANCY
3.5.1 What is the official policy of the university for structured consultancy? List a few important consultancies undertaken by the university during the last four years.
The following document deals with the methodology of calculating the overheads with respect to projects, consultancy and courses.
Part A: Methodology for calculation and deduction of overheads from sponsored projects, consultancy projects, and conferences / workshops / symposia.
I. Background:
i) Project cost refers to the expense incurred by the PI for the duration of the project. It includes equipment, salaries, travel, consumables, and contingency. ii) Overheads refer to the payment due to the Institute from the grant approved by the funding agency-organization-industry iii) Sponsored project refers to one in which there is only R&D effort. Such projects, generally, do not have a provision for payment of honoraria to the PI or any other investigator. iv) Consultancy projects utilize prior skill and competence of the PI. They allow the PI to charge honoraria (including payments to employees of the University). v) Service tax is required to be paid for all consultancy and testing projects.
II. Calculation of overheads:
1. SPONSORED RESEARCH: Proposals submitted for sponsored research must show overheads of 15% on the project cost. [Example: If the project requirement is X units, overheads would be 0.15X units and the total budget would be for 1.15X units]. a. When grant is received from the funding agency, overheads as approved would be deducted. For funds received from private organizations the overheads can be negotiated.
2. COURSES: For short-term courses, conferences, workshops, and symposia, 15% of the total receipts (registration as well as grants) will be transferred to the account of the University.
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a. For QIP, ISTE, and DST-type courses, prescribed norms would apply. b.15% overheads will be charged for courses conducted by the University.
Sl. No. Nature of the Project Overheads % 1. Sponsored 15% 2. Courses (within Jain University) 15% 3. Conferences/ workshops/ symposia 15% 4. Courses (outside Jain University) 15% 5. Testing Fee 25%
Detailed in 3.2.4
3.5.2 Does the university have a university-industry cell? If yes, what is its scope and range of activities?
Yes, the university has established a university-industry cell. The cell has undertaken developmental and entrepreneurial activities. This cell has the responsibility of industry –academia interface and is instrumental in effecting collaborations. It also has the responsibility of collaborating for internship pre - placement training, on the job training, summer placements, earn- while you learn schemes, etc. These internships help the students to learn practical knowledge of the university and face the challenges of the corporate world. The cell has laid a bridge between the industry and university for cross functional interactions. The cell has tie-ups with TUV Rheinland, MEMS, NAL, TANEJA, URL, BARC, BIOZEEN, ACCA, CIMA, Vidushi Academy to name a few.
3.5.3 What is the mode of publicizing the expertise of the university for consultancy services? Which are the departments from whom consultancy has been sought?
The faculty members of the university who are domain experts and into consultancy services have fairly good industry and research experiences. Most of the faculty members extend their consultancy services through their networking channels. Some of them are referred by the senior faculty members and outside experts to the university.
The following are some of the faculty members who are involved in consultancy.
Sl.No Name of the Faculty Department / Centres 1 Dr Bhaskar Dixit CDM 2 Ms. Kokila R CDM 3 Mr A V Sowrirajan CDM
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Sl.No Name of the Faculty Department / Centres 4 Dr. Sandeep Shastri CERSSE 5 Dr. Ritika Siyal CERSSE 6 Dr Manisha CERSSE 7 Dr. S. Sundararajan CERSSE 8 Dr. Kathyayini H CET 9 Dr. Gopalakrishna CET 10 Dr. Krishna Venkatesh CET 11 Mr K G L Bhatta CET 12 Dr. Ravi Kumar Kadeppagiri CET 13 Dr.K.Rama Narasimha CET 14 Dr. C.B.Mohan CET 15 Dr. Raghu A V CET 16 Dr. K G Basavakumar CET 17 Dr. Shashishankar Civil Eng 18 Ms Dimple Bhari Civil Eng 19 Dr. Geetha Balakrishna CNMS 20 Dr. Nagaraja CNMS 21 Dr. Amit Kumar CNMS 22 Dr. Mahaveer Kurkuri CNMS 23 Dr. K.N Varalakshmi CPGS 24 Dr T. Padmavathi CPGS 25 Dr. Sudha Deshmukh CPGS 26 Dr. Aranganathan CPGS 27 Dr. Bindu O.S CPGS 28 Dr. Choodamani Nandagopal Cultural Studies 29 Dr Choodamani Nandagopal Cultural studies 30 Dr. Chimpalthradi R Ashok Kumar IIAEM 31 Dr NGR Iyengar IIAEM 32 Dr B Dattaguru IIAEM 33 Dr. Manjunatha Kannada 34 Mr. Mathews P. Raj Microbiology 35 Dr Shailaja Shastry Psychology 36 Dr. Nandgopal Psychology 37 Prof. Krishna Koppa Management
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3.5.4 How does the university utilize the expertise of its faculty with regard to consultancy services?
The University encourages the faculty to undertake maximum possible consultancy projects in order to network with a number of companies, organizations and institutions.
3.5.5 List the broad areas of consultancy services provided by the university and the revenue generated during the last four years. The broad areas of consultancy services may be enlisted as follows:
The following are the consultancy projects undertaken by the University
Sl. Name of the Budget Title of the project Funding Agency No. investigator (in Lakhs)
E- Paathshala Project UGC Government of 1 0.75 Dr. Sandeep (2013) India Shastri Centre for Rural 2 Rural Projects Study 1.00 Studies, LBSAA Strengthening Community Dr. Sandeep Engagement in Higher UNESCO CHAIR, 3 Shastri and 1.50 Education Institutions PRIA Dr Reetika Syal (2015) Capacity Building for Dr. Sandeep 4 Democratization in Forum of Federalism 14.00 Shastri Myanmar III Workshops for teachers- Poornaprajna Group Dr. Shailaja 5 Play therapy and Design of Institutions. 1.50 Shastri Thinking Bangalore Dr. Sandeep Different Stake 6 Shastri and Survey Research Centre 15.00 Holders Dr Reetika Syal A cross cultural Dr. Shailaja 7 conceptualization of Bolton University 2.00 Shastri Happiness Book writing project on 8 Dr Bhaskar Statistical Analysis of DST 9.05 Dixit Indian Monsoon Rainfall 9 Rajaramanna fellowship Atomic Energy 10.80 Youth Study Project of 10 Karnataka Jnaana the Karnataka Knowledge 20.00 Ayoga, GoK. Commission (2010- 2011) Dr. Sandeep 11 Project on People With Konrad Adenauer Shastri 0.50 Disabilities (2011 Foundation 12 World Wide Web European Union 1 .00
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Sl. Name of the Budget Title of the project Funding Agency No. investigator (in Lakhs)
Dr. Sandeep Shastri, Dr Mission10x Project (2006- 13 Shailaja WIPRO 45.00 2011 ) Shastri, Mr P V Sreekrishna Dr Shailaja Impact Study Of 14 WIPRO 5.00 Shastri, Mission10x (2011) Dr. Sandeep Impact of Electoral University of 15 2.00 Shastri Choices (2009) California, Berkeley Field Study with University 16 University of of California, Berkeley 2.50 California, Berkeley (2009) 17 Global Dialogue on Forum of Federations 20.00 Political Parties International Conference Forum of Federations 2.00 18 on Federalism (2010) Federalism Capacity Forum of Federations 5.00 19 Building in Sudan (2010) Federalism Capacity Building in Ethiopia Forum of Federations 2.00 20 (2011) Democracy Enrichment and Constitution Making Forum of Federations 3.00 21 in South Sudan (2011) Capacity Building For Dr. Sandeep Democratization In Forum of Federations 7.00 Shastri Myanmar Phase II - Part I 22 (2013) Capacity Building For Democratization In Forum of Federations 25.36 23 Myanmar Phase I (2013)
24 Happiness Project (2013) JICA 5.00
Election analysis for 25 CNN IBN 1.00 Karnataka election 26 Integrated features of ICSSR 4.00 27 constitutions
28 Capacity Building for democratization in Forum of Federations 25.00 Myanmar Phase III
29 Governance and Karnataka State Human GOK 4.00 Development report
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Sl. Name of the Budget Title of the project Funding Agency No. investigator (in Lakhs)
Detection of Crylac Protein on the Seeds Mathews P Raj GREEN 30 of Brinjal, Chillies and Honorary and Renny J PEACE INDIA Tomato using indirect Elisa Technique India) Life Skills Training for NMKRV, Bangalore 0.70 31 students Basket Options 0.50 SUCO Bank 1.32 32 Vidyanjali Academy Dr. Shailaja 0.33 of Learning 33 Shastri Poornaprajna Group 34 of Institutions. 1.50 Bangalore 35 Acharya Group of 0.20 36 Institutions B. R. Shrikanth Centre for Study of Honorary 37 and Digital Humanities Culture & Societies Ms. Sushmitha Prof. Krishna Designing Strategies for Vishweshwaraya Trade Honorary 38 Koppa, export promotions Promotion Council
Total 240.51 Besides these, the Department of Management has given honorary consultancy services for 31 projects undertaken by CRCE. Refer to No.24 of Evaluative Report of Dept. of Management
3.6 EXTENSION ACTIVITIES AND INSTITUTIONAL SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (ISR)
3.6.1 How does the university sensitize its faculty and students on its Institutional Social Responsibilities? List the social outreach programmes which have created an impact on students’ campus experience during the last four years.
The university conducts the Faculty development program on regular basis to improvise the teaching standard and methodology, updated knowledge and development of interpersonal skills. For the students of various disciplines knowledge application based skill enhancing events like Science Expo (Since 2006 and Open to school children of Bangalore), Corporate Expro (Since 2006), e-week (Since 2007) and business fair for placements are organised. Various departments of the university organise guest lectures, seminars, workshops, conferences at the local, state, national and international levels, the details of which are available in respective departmental files.
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The departments strictly follow the syllabus prescribed by the Jain University. However care is taken to encourage the students in large numbers to orient themselves towards knowledge development with better insight in their respective subjects, gain the latest information on the development in the fields and understand the industry demands by attending the co-curricular outreach programmes organised by the departments and other institutions.
The institution believes in friendly neighbourhood. The NCC, NSS and Rotract wings have helped the students to develop qualities of selflessness and dedication. These activities are programmed in such a way that they not only increase the stamina of the students but also inculcate discipline, sincerity, dedication and desire for hard work. By involving in the outreach activities the students get motivated to contribute to the society and join hands for nation building.
The Human Networking Academy has taken lot of pains in this regard by organizing Vishva Spandana Utsava a programme in Kannada on relevant topics and inviting the neighbourhood community to participate in these activities. This helps in creating and preserving a healthy atmosphere between the university and the neighbourhood.
There is also a community radio service called RADIO ACTIVE CR 90.4 MHz.
3.6.2 How does the university promote university-neighbourhood network and student engagement, contributing to the holistic development of students and sustained community development?
Response is already given in 3.6.1 3.6.3 How does the university promote the participation of the students and faculty in extension activities including participation in NSS, NCC, YRC and other National/ International programmes?
The institution believes in the holistic development of the students. It imparts wholesome education. In this direction the institution encourages the students to participate in extension activities like NSS, NCC, Rotract Club and other community oriented activities. The outreach programmes of the wings relate to various societal issues and are directly related to nation building activities.
In the beginning of the academic year students seeking admission to the various courses are counseled by the representatives of the extension wings. They are told about the various activities of these wings and how the participation in these activities are beneficial to them in the long run. (like seeking admission in professional universities, getting global exposure, securing decent jobs, participation in youth exchange programmes etc.). Students are encouraged to take up these activities without neglecting their main stream curriculum.
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Classes are conducted during Weekend, summer breaks, holidays. The faculty members assist the NCC officers and NSS programme officer to conduct regular and special camps, rally, blood donation camps etc. Thus in the institution there is healthy participation and support for all these extension activities.
The NCC Senior Division of the university take part in RD camp, ID camp, youth exchange programmes, emission test, blood donation camps, expeditions etc. These activities are aimed at creating an awareness on various national issues and concerns. The NCC wing has also conducted many relief programmes like collection and distribution of clothes, medicines and fund raising programmes for the people affected by natural calamities. Every year the wing is conducting anti-dowry pledge, eye donation pledge, literacy programmes, environmental preservation camps, blood donation camps (along with NSS). The 2A/5 company has received the Red Cross Rolling Shield thrice for the highest blood donation.
The NCC senior wing of the university has organized various out reach programmes. Awareness programmes like cleanliness drive, emission test, cancer awareness programme, aids awareness programmes, blood donation camps, abuse of mobile phone awareness, street plays to spread child literacy, visit to orphanages etc.
The NCC Senior Boys Division have won: • 11times Best Unit Award • Best Cadet Award • Prestigious Award at RD & ID • Cap. Arvind Kumar was awarded : Raksha Mantri Commandation for the year and Dg. Commendation Award. • Youth Exchange Programme. • The NCC senior girls division have also won: 2. 3 times best unit award 3. Best cadet awards – Republic Day 4. Prestigious Awards at RD & ID – Independence Day
In the current year the following awards were received by the girls division: They organized a Cycle Expedition to the southern parts of India to explore the societal structure and women empowerment.
The NSS wing of the university is involved in various activities for community development, eco awareness, leadership – training camps, inculcation of human values, voluntary blood donation camps, Gandhi Jayanti, HIV / Aids awareness programmes, monuments preservation camp, adolescent behavior survey, mega eye camp, youth week celebrations, Sadhbhavana Sammelana etc. They are also involved adoption of village and conducting School Eye Screening camps.
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The Rotract wing of the university is involved in community service, professional service, international service and club service. They are also involved in tree plantation, Independence Day celebrations, anti- tobacco drive etc. The club has also joined hands with Janaagraha an NGO, and the parent rotary organization and has involved in polio vaccination camps, blood donation camps and community development programmes.
Rotract Club of the institution has won several awards
Best club award, Best President award, Best Community Services award, Best Professional Service award, Best Installation award, Best Joint Bulletin award, Best Profession Service Project award, Prompt Report Submission award, Involvement in these outreach program like NCC, NSS and Rotract lead to community development activities.
All these programmes are organized in such a way that they do not affect the academic activities of the university. They are given relaxation in attendance and concession in fees and encouraged to participate in large numbers.
3.6.4 Give details of social surveys, research or extension work, if any, undertaken by the university to ensure social justice and empower the under privileged and the most vulnerable sections of society?
The University has undertaken a number of projects on social survey to ensure social justice and empower the underprivileged. To name a few, students in free enterprise (SIFE), RADIO ACTIVE CR 90.4 MHz, waste management project, community awareness programmes.
Sl. Area of Work Focus No Field study of what impacts on 1 Impact of Electoral Choices electoral choices 2 Field Study with UCB: Study Field Experiment on Voter Choices
3 Global Dialogue on Federalism India component of Dialogue
4 International Conference on Federalism Support for Preparing Theme Paper Federalism Capacity Building in the 5 Workshops for Political Leaders Sudan Survey of Attitude and Perception of 6 Youth Study Youth 7 People With Disabilities Action Taken Report on Progress in India
8 Federalism Capacity Building in Ethiopia Enhancing Federalism Scholarship
9 Federalism Capacity Building in Ethiopia Enhancing Federalism Scholarship
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Sl. Area of Work Focus No 10 Worldwide Web India Survey Democracy Enrichment and Constitution 11 Dialogue on Constitution Making Making in South Sudan 12 Survey Research Centre Conducting a Customized Survey Conducting Workshops for Engineering 13 MISSION10x Faculty - 543 days Study of the Impact of the Project on 14 Impact Study of Mission10x Teaching/Learning 15 Karnataka Youth Policy Draft Youth Policy Support for South Sudan Constitution Consultation with Members of 16 Making : II Constituent Assembly Capacity Building for Democratization in Conducting Workshops for key 17 Myanmar - Phase 1 stakeholders 18 Happiness Project Survey Democracy Enrichment and Constitution 19 Dialogue on Constitution Making Making in South Sudan 20 Karnataka Elections Election Analysis
21 Tracker Poll Election Analysis Capacity Building for Democratization in Conducting Workshops for key 22 Myanmar II stakeholders 23 E Patshala Course Material IAS Officers Field Study Report 24 Karnataka Project Report Evaluation Survey of Attitudes and Perceptions of 25 Farmers Survey (Karnataka component) Farmers Community Engagement and Higher 26 Survey and Generation of Report Educational Institutions Capacity Building for Democratization in Conducting Workshops for Ethnic 27 Myanmar III Groups
3.6.5 Does the university have a mechanism to track the students’ involvement in various social movements / activities which promote citizenship roles?
The university ensures involvement of the students in outreach activities through NSS, NCC and Rotaract units which organizes various camps like general health camps and community development work with the consent and consultation of the community members. The units in-charge maintains records of student involvement in these activities and encourages them to develop leadership qualities and imbibe moral values to make them responsible citizens.
3.6.6 Bearing in mind the objectives and expected outcomes of the extension activities organized by the university, how did they
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complement students’ academic learning experience? Specify the values inculcated and skills learnt.
The participation of the students in the extension activities helps in channelizing their energy into constructive, socially useful and nation building activities. It leads to practical experience which effectively supplements their theoretical knowledge imbibing awareness of civic responsibility, social understanding, team building skills and facing the challenges in Society. It also helps the youth to experience the feeling of being useful to the community and will have the satisfaction of having contributed their share to the society. Further, they will have an opportunity to fulfill their social responsibility as young citizens.
3.6.7 How does the university ensure the involvement of the community in its outreach activities and contribute to community development? Give details of the initiatives of the university which have encouraged community participation in its activities.
The University encourages the students and faculties to participate actively in various outreach programmes to inculcate a sense of social responsibility. Activities are all enlisted in the reports of NSS, NCC and Rotaract units.
The University collaborates with NGO’s like Janagraha and is involved in village adoption.
The University also has initiated tie-ups with white swan foundation for mental health and Apna- Desh for community engagement.
3.6.8 Give details of awards received by the institution for extension activities and/contributions to social/community development during the last four years.
Response is already given in 3.6.3
3.7 COLLABORATION
3.7.1 How has the university’s collaboration with other agencies impacted the visibility, identity and diversity of activities on campus? To what extent has the university benefitted academically and financially because of collaborations?
The University has linkages with many national and international organisations for research and extension which has led to community development and given academic, industry and service sector support. These collaborations have been able to give a global presence to the University as well as given an identity to the faculty members who are involved in consultancy services. The activities of the faculty members have diversified to
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a large extent. Academic growth of faculty has been remarkable due to their engagement with top Universities, industries and corporates.
3.7.2 Mention specific examples of how these linkages promote *
a) Curriculum development:
The Jain University is a deemed to be University and it follows its own syllabus. The curriculum has been developed keeping the needs of the industries. In addition the value added courses which have been implemented are helping the students to specialize in the areas of their interest, enhance their soft skills, and groom themselves to become entrepreneurs and job seekers. The linkages result in creating a brigade of students who are intellectually nourished and who are very relevant in the present day job market. The linkages are developed with Kempegowda International Airport (KIAL), Taneja Airlines & Aviation Ltd., Indian Institute of Kanpur Flight laboratory, National Aerospace Laboratory for using their propulsion laboratory for MTech in Propulsion.
b) Internship
The placement cell of the University has been instrumental in providing internship facilities to the students by establishing tie-ups with reputed industries. These internships help the students to gain practical knowledge of the industry. The students learn to face up the challenges in the corporate world, the next destination after academics through their internship. Internship is a part of curriculum.
The University has made efforts to design and deliver the curriculum in tune with the needs of the Industry. It has laid a bridge between the institution and the industry for cross functional interaction. Students have been able to get internship, projects and job offers.
The university has tied up with Bangalore Stock Exchange to train the students for National Stock Exchange Certificate in financial markets (NEFM). Students are groomed to become entrepreneurs in association with Entrepreneurship Development Institute, Ahmadabad.
Students are offered internship with leading mutual fund agencies like DSP Merril lynch partial list to be given.
c) On-the-job training –
As a means towards providing on the job training the Academic Resource Group introduced facilities to students. This enables the students to gain corporate exposure & experience. This also provides them practical experience
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to fit effortlessly and confidently into the career they decide to pursue after graduation. The hand on training helps the students to develop skills which would make them thorough professionals. The Academic Resource Group of Jain University is instrumental in collaborating for the on-the-job training with Infosys and Cognizant technology. Aerospace & Mechanical students have visited Aerospace laboratories & National laboratories for internship.
d) Research –
There is a remarkable increase in the number of faculty members presenting and publishing research papers after the establishment of Research Development Cell. Faculty members are also involved in minor and major projects. About 70% of the faculty members are perusing their higher studies like M.Phil, Ph.D, and M.Tech in Jain University and several others have registered in various other universities before university status was conferred to the institution. The University has tied-up with research institutes of excellence for external guide facility.
e) Consultancy –
Some of the senior members of the university are involved in consultancy services. Such consultancy services are provided by the faculty as good will, on an honorary basis. However, in the engineering wing it has led to internal revenue generation, expert services to society, industries etc. The details of the same are given in 3.3
f) Extension –
The research and extension activities of the university promote curriculum development, publication of scientific papers, community service, knowledge exchange and entrepreneurship development. The institution has played a vital role in entrepreneurship by incubating 40 companies. NCC, NSS, Rotaract, personality development programmes have given a very positive outlook of the institution to the local community, neighbourhood, student community and parents and also the society at large. The collaboration with local bodies has resulted in building good will. The NCC activities have spread the message of national integration and social responsibilities. These extension activities which are conducted in collaboration with NGO’s, local community and other bodies have acted as good will ambassadors propagating the fervent vision of the university for the holistic development of an individual.
g) Publication –
Many of our faculty members have authored and co-authored various text books at both UG and PG Levels.
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The encouragement for research oriented activities is seen in the publication of the university refereed journal Pariprashna which is released bi- annually and in several other national and international journal. These publications lead to knowledge sharing and recognition among the academic group of similar research interest.
h) Student Placement –
The skill development programmes introduced by the university along with the curriculum have enhanced the employability of the students. The various linkages developed by the university with the industries, institutes of higher learning and research bodies have widened the prospectus of the students with respect to global relevance and competence and placements.
The placement officer takes care of the placement cell. The activity of the placement cell has resulted in a remarkable increase in providing placements after the year 2004. These activities are well supported by the Academic Resource Group. They have been able to create an impact on the industry personnel through internships, learn- while you learn schemes, on-the-job training and pre-placement training. Every year reputed companies visit the campus for recruiting our students. The placement cell conducts a special programme called Path way to Placements to provide information about various companies to students. The remarkable achievement of the placement cell is its capacity to provide multiple-job opportunities to choose from, for the deserving candidates.
The documents related to the number of students placed are available with the placement cell. Apart from this the tie up with foreign will lead to students possessing better and updated knowledge leading to better employment opportunities.
3.7.3 Has the university signed any MoUs with institutions of national / international importance / other universities / industries / corporate houses etc.? If yes, how have they enhanced the research and development activities of the university?
The University has signed MoUs with institutions of national/international importance/other Universities industries and corporate houses. They have been able to give a different outlook to the research and development activities by increasing the number of projects, networking with other research and development centres, facilitating the research programmes.
3.7.4 Have the university-industry interactions resulted in the establishment / creation of highly specialized laboratories / facilities?
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The University/Industry interaction have resulted in creation of National Research Facilities: Some of the noteworthy facilities are:- • Coating facility at Center of Emerging Technologies: A facility funded by GTRE (DRDO) has been established to coat 3D printed parts made from ABS using FDM process. The advantage of this is 3D printed parts will be strengthened to look aesthetically better. The parts will be coated with Ni and Cr. Currently a project from ISRO to make enclosures to house electronic packages is being done by 3D printing and the same will be coated. • Center for Disaster Mitigation has collaborated with Underwriters laboratories, USA to establish Testing & Consultancy center in the area of Fire Safety. • There is a facility from Mico-Bosch. The University has also initiated to create energy park in consultation with TUV Rheinland and an instrumentation center in consultation with DST.
SALIENT FEATURES :-
First Credits:- • CNT based TIM for Heat Transfer Applications. • Novel Additive for Lubricant. • Imaging System to study oil flow pattern and oil groove geometry. • Polymer based MICAV through a combination of Hot Pressing, Injection Molding and Thermo Vaccum Forming. • Radio Modem @867 MHz, 1 Mbps data transfer rate and weighing 6 gms. • 3D printed Micro Air Vehicle – Globally. • MEMS based development board. • Flapper. • First Indian Team in the History of SAE to have registered a podium finish at SAE and subsequently 5 times in a row. • Winner – NPMICAV 2014 (Mission Mode) • Transitioning based Micro VTOL . • CNT based Supercap to be used as power back up. • Microbe Based Fuel Cell to Power Radio Modem on GCS. • Enzyme based bioreceptor to act as sensor to detect gases. • Rapid Prototyped Components for Astronauts for the Human Space Programme. • Micro Amphibian and Micro Robotic Fish • Provide consultancy services to newly emerging nations to build
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capacity for movement towards democracy • Five consecutive residential Summer Schools in Quantitative Techniques in Social Science research for young researchers from across the country. • Provide research and consultancy support for framing state Government Youth Policy and first state based survey of attitudes of youth • Provide consultancy services to newly emerging nations to draft their constitution
Other Highlights :- • Labs are upgraded with latest equipments and software needed for research • Access to internet and WiFi to refer to online research and developmental resources • MOUs with national and international institutions and laboratories for further scope in research activities • Ph.D., M.Phil, and M.Tech programmes in various disciplines. • Minor and major projects in various departments. • University academic refereed journal Pariprashna, ISSN No – 0976- 7150 • Provision to attend seminars, conferences, workshops, training programmes • Incubation of companies for budding entrepreneurs emphasizes
Action Research. • The publication made by various faculty members of the university has resulted in personal and professional growth, recognition of the institution in respective platforms. • Consultancy given by the faculty members of the university leads to Sharing of knowledge, revenue generation and recognition. • Extension activities of the various wings of the university contribute to community development and nation building at large. • Collaboration with other national and international organization leading to faculty and student exchange programmes, information exchange and scholarships.
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CRITERION IV : INFRASTRUCTURE AND LEARNING RESOURCES
4.1 PHYSICAL FACILITIES
4.1.1 How does the university plan and ensure adequate availability of physical infrastructure and ensure its optimal utilization?
The University has developed a strategic plan to enhance the physical infrastructure in order to balance the ever increasing demand for additional space for classroom and laboratories. Care is taken to ensure optimum utilization of infrastructural facilities. Additional infrastructure is created on a need basis.
The physical infrastructure of Jain University is spread over its Engineering campus / Global campus and at Campuses of Center for Management Studies, Jayanagar, VV Puram and JC Road. The J C Road campus has 54 classrooms and additional facilities for administration. It has centralized air-conditioning, adequate seating arrangement, speakers in classrooms, comfortable ventilation and lighting facility to ensure optimum output.
No. of No of No. of Constituent Units Class staff No of Seminar Halls Laboratories Room rooms Auditorium -02 Engineering Campus 40 12 40 Indoor stadium -01 Colosseum -01 Auditorium -01 JC Road Campus 54 10 20 Seminar Hall -01 Center for 26 08 02 Seminar Hall- 02 Management Studies
Jayanagar Campus 66 10 23 Seminar Hall -03
V.V.Puram Campus 35 09 06 Seminar Hall-01
4.1.2 Does the university have a policy for the creation and enhancement of infrastructure in order to promote a good teaching-learning environment? If yes, mention a few recent initiatives.
Budget is ear marked for the augmentation of the infrastructure as and when necessary. In order to accommodate more girl students an additional hostel is under construction. Additional lab facilities have been created to take care of new programmes.
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In order to supplement the existing infrastructure separate facilities were created as under: 1. 2010 – state of the Art laboratories at Center for Post Graduate Studies 2. 2010 – International Institute for Aerospace Engineering and Management 3. 2010 – Center for Nano and Material Science 4. One more hostel with 500 occupancy is under construction at Engineering Campus.
List of equipments costing over 5 lakh purchased to facilitate the Research Activities
Total Sl. Name of the Equipment Total Cost Department Quan- No. (with specifications) (Rs.) tity 1 Calibration Test Bench 1 1,874,740.00 Mechanical Auto Desk Education 2 Engineering 1 600,000.00 Solutions Set (ESS) 3 Analog & Digital Lab 1 2,448,605.00 Analog Communication 4 1 2,625,250.00 Electronics & Lab 5 Comm. Engi- VHDL Lab 1 741,500.00 neering Projects\Research 6 1 1,119,880.00 Laboratory 7 VLSI Laboratory 1 540,000.00
Total Sl. Name of the Equipment Total Cost Department Quan- No. (with specifications) (Rs.) tity 8 SGI ALTIX UV10 1 14,70,000.00 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer 9 1 5,00,000.00 (DST Project- PI- X-ray generator (Physics 10 1 7,62,244-00 Dept.) Lab view Software/ Hard 11 ware Modules & Signal 8 11,20,140 Center for Post processsing and RF software 12 Graduate Stud- Cadance Software 2 5,70,000 ies (CPGS) Lab view Software/ Hard 13 ware Modules & Signal 8 11,20,140 processsing and RF software Synopsys Software (P/ 14 5 8,92,500 N:3900-0) Synopsys Software (P/ 15 5 - N:3901-0) 16 Cadance Software 2 5,70,000 17 Microwave office 1 3,67,500
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Total Sl. Name of the Equipment Total Cost Department Quan- No. (with specifications) (Rs.) tity 18 SGI ALTIX UV10 1 14,70,000.00 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer 19 (DST Project- 1 5,00,000.00 PI-Dr.Padmavathi) X-ray generator 20 1 7,62,244-00 (Physics Dept.) 21 Compression mould 1 8,10,000 Liquid Chromatography 22 System, Akta Prime Plus – 1,100,000.00 GE healthcare 23 Tribometer 1 748,968.00 24 Sonnet Software 1 5,00,000 25 Sonnet Software 1 5,00,000 26 Gas Chromatograph 1 500,000.00 Cyclic Voltameter 27 1 652,650.00 (CHI6005E) Gas Chromatography (GC 28 1 940,000.00 CET 2014 Shimadzu AF) TPD Ammonia 29 Instrument(Mayura 1 225,000.00 Analytical Pvt.Ltd Linear Resiprocating 30 1 3,000,000.00 Tribometer 31 Energy Lab field Eqpt 1 3,000,000.00 32 Tribometer 1 748,968.00 Oscilloscopes with 33 8 381,364.00 Accessories(TDS2002C) 34 Starter Kit 28 688,432.00
Potenstiostat Instrument 35 (Ampbooster and 1 900,000.00 Multiplexer) (CHI 608E)
Potenstiostat Instrument 36 (Ampbooster and 1 1,338,086.00 Multiplexer) 37 BET Surface Area Analyzer 500,000.00 Electrochemical 38 867,000.00 CNMS Workstation 39 Gas chromatography 1,000,000.00
40 ATR – IR Spectrometer 845,000.00
41 Spectroflourophotometer 850,000.00
42 Nitrogen Dry Box 700,000.00
Atomic Absorption 43 8,000,000.00 Spectrophotometer
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Total Sl. Name of the Equipment Total Cost Department Quan- No. (with specifications) (Rs.) tity Wind Tunnel made out of 44 - teakwood Max speed: 45 m/s, test 45 IIAEM section 660 by 600 by 2000 17,59,304 mm
1553 B Lab set up 46 9,20,016 (Avionics) CESSNA 172 static Flight 47 11,00,000 Simulator Total 36,935,443.00
4.1.3 How does the university create a conductive physical ambience for the faculty in terms of adequate research laboratories, computing facilities and allied services?
• Infrastructure has been proportionately augmented. • Established several computer labs • Smart computing class rooms • Internet and e-mail and reprographic facilities • Purchase of equipments for research purpose • Provision of generator and UPS in all constituent units. • Wind tunnel installed for aerospace and civil engineering students.
4.1.4 Has the university provided all departments with facilities like office room, common room and separate rest rooms for women students and staff?
Every department is provided with a staff room which is equipped with computers which has access to the internet. There are separate rest rooms for both faculty and students. The University has a good number of lady faculty members and women students and accordingly separate common rooms & rest rooms are provided. CCTV’s are installed to govern security and discipline. In order to ensure safe and easy movement and privacy, some of the campuses have separate staircases and lifts meant only for women.
4.1.5 How does the university ensure that the infrastructure facilities are disabled-friendly?
The university has made efforts to make the campus easily accessible to persons with special needs. The needs of differently abled students are fulfilled by the supporting staff. Wheel chairs are made available. Lifts are provided for the easy movement of students and faculty.
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4.16. How does the university cater to the requirements of residential students? Give details of * Capacity of the hostels and occupancy (to be given separately for men and women)
Hostels No. of Hostels Total no of Rooms Occupancy Hostel for Boys 09 711 1700 Hostels of girls 06 300 750 Total 15 1011 2450
* Recreational facilities in hostel/s like gymnasium, yoga centre, etc.
The resident scholars are provided with various recreational facilities during leisure hours. These facilities include television, screening of movies, social get-together and the like. During vacations they are taken on tours and excursions. On festival days, special celebrations are arranged to make the students feel at home. National festivals are celebrated to foster and further strengthen the spirit of national integration and harmony. The hostels have indoor game facilities like table tennis, carom, chess, badminton and the like. There is provision for 24 hours medical facility and transportation is available in case of emergencies. All the students are covered by medical insurance. The management has an agreement with Mahaveer Jain Hospital for medical assistance. There are separate housekeeping personnel to ensure the cleanliness and upkeep of the hostels both in and around the building.
The hostels at the Engineering campus have the following facilities: ¾¾ Hostel rooms are provided with cots, bedding, and study tables with lamp, chairs and attached bathrooms. ¾¾ Common study room. ¾¾ Common rooms with TV and cable facility. ¾¾ Computer room with six computers. ¾¾ Waiting lounge for all visitors. ¾¾ Water coolers with water filters. ¾¾ Table Tennis tables. ¾¾ Daily newspapers are provided in the common room.
* Broadband connectivity / wi-fi facility in hostels.
All the hostels have broadband internet connectivity and also wi-fi facility
4.1.7 Does the university offer medical facilities for its students and teaching and non-teaching staff living on campus? There is a regular health center in the Engineering campus (Shared facility with international school) which has the following facilities:
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• Medical consultation and medication/treatment is given in the hospital in the campus. • 24 hours medical services by resident doctors • Specialized doctors including dentists are visiting frequently. • Ambulance services are provided for emergency cases.
In the other campuses emergency medical needs are immediately addressed to. The authorities refer the students for emergency medical treatment to Mahaveer Jain Hospital .
4.1.8 What special facilities are available on campus to promote students’ interest in sports and cultural events/activities?
Co-curricular activities:
The University has an Auditorium which is of 8800 sq.ft. with a seating capacity of 1200 and with state -of -the art audio video facility. All cultural and other extracurricular events are organized in this auditorium. In addition, the conference halls in the campuses provides scope for the conduct of seminars, guest lectures and workshops. The activities are technically supported through a provision of LCD, recording system, motorized screen, screened speakers, cable TV, VCD and total audio system connected through the entire building. There is a colosseum with 5000 seating capacity where major events of the university like University convocation are held.
Sports:
The sports department has provided separate infra-structure for indoor games in the campus. For regular practice, coaching and inter-class sports competition, the University has associated with Kittur Rani Chennamma Stadium within 3 kms radius for city campuses. Apart from this there is a separate gymnasium with latest exercising equipments. The Engineering campus has very good sports facilities of national / international standards for outdoor as well as indoor sports. There are:
Outdoor facilities: Cricket ground, Football grounds, Volleyball, Tennis courts, Basketball grounds, International Level Swimming pools, Athletics Golf ,etc.
Indoor facilities: Badminton, Table Tennis, Multi-specialty Gymnasium, Squash.
SPRINTOOR is an indoor stadium with a total built up area of 80,000 sq feet with the following facilities:
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1 4 badminton courts with Gerflo synthetic flooring 2 One basketball court with wooden flooring 3 Table Tennis hall with 15 tables 4 2 Squash courts with viewer’s gallery 5 Billiards and Snooker hall with six tables 6 Bowling Alley- 4 lane 7 Air Conditioned Gyms with most modern equipment 8 Cardio Fitness Centre 9 Aerobic Centre 10 Sauna, Steam and Jacuzzi
Sprintoor also has well-furnished living accommodation with a capacity of 75 beds, a VIP lounge, cafeteria, projector room, media room and a reception lobby.
The Aqua It is an ultra modern aquatic complex. The aqua comprises 25 m 8- lane short course swimming pool, a 50 m 10-lane competition pool with water-polo facilities and a separate diving pool with standard fixed and spring diving boards. It also has a covered gallery to seat 1000 spectators on either side of the pools.
The Oval The 2 lakh sq feet lush green ‘Oval’, a well designed international standard cricket ground with 5 strips of turf wicket in the centre is fit enough to host any international or national level cricket match.
A modern pavilion with complete facilities of dressing rooms, massage rooms, umpire’s cabins, dining hall and viewer’s gallery. Ten practice pitches (07 turfs & 03 cement) are also available for the practice purpose.
Tennis courts There are 06 plexi-cushioned tennis courts.
Basketball It also has five Volleyball courts and four Basketball courts, two Basket ball courts are provided with latest lighting facilities to enable night time practice.
Golf Course An international class Golf driving range has recently been developed. A double tier spacious driving range fitted with ultra modern Golf training and analysis equipment has been designed.
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Football It has two lush green international standard turf football ground that is fitted with pop-up sprinklers.
Hockey It has a natural turf Hockey ground of international standard fitted with pop-up sprinklers.
Athletics It has a 400 meters natural track, athletic arena and a covered stand with a capacity for more than 5000 seating spectators.
Multi-Gym It has a full- fledged Gymnasium with the latest equipments for physical conditioning with separate timings for Boys and Girls. This Air- Conditioned Multi-Purpose Gymnasium is available for use by the trainees. The Gym has facilities such as Chest Conditioner and Press Station [80 kgs], Dipping, Leg Press [100 kgs], Seated Rowing [75 kgs], Latissimus Station [75 kgs], Peck Deck [75 kgs.], Leg Extension/ Leg Curve [75 kgs], Hip Flexor, Chinning Station, Twister, Chromium plated MS -Radius Weight Stack, Smith Machine New Model with 2.2 meters Rod, Clamps, Collar and Keys, Smith Bench, Abdominal Board with Ladle, Fore Arm Machine [50 kgs], Roman Chair, Double Trunk Twister, Body Jack, imported Ex-Cycles, imported Manual Treadmill, Dumbbell Stand, MMS Chromed Dumbbells with Rubber Rings and Rubber Handles of different sizes and MS Chromed Barbell Weights. The University has also entered into a lease agreement with Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium which has world class indoor facilities for indoor sports activities.
4.2 LIBRARY AS A LEARNING RESOURCE
4.2.1 Does the library have an Advisory Committee? Specify the composition of the committee. What significant initiatives have been taken by the committee to render the library student/user friendly?
• The library has an advisory committee. • The committee comprises of the respective Center Heads, Librarians of all centres, HODs, Deans and senior faculty members, students representatives drawn from all Faculties. It is chaired by Prof. N.G.R. Iyengar. • The responsibilities are : a) Ensure optimum use of library facilities. b) Lay down appropriate rules and regulations. c) Plan the annual budget. d) To procure relevant books and subscribe to periodicals/e-journals. e) To employ competent and adequate library staff
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The committee meets frequently to review and discuss the above mentioned responsibilities to ensure smooth functioning of the library
4.2.2 Provide details of the following:
Constituent Units / Engineering Jayangar J C Road VVPuram CMS Infrastructure Campus Campus Campus Campus Campus Total carpet area of 5000 2000 3280 2500 1200 the Central Library sq.ft sq.ft sq.ft sq.ft sq.ft (in sq. ft) Seating capacity of 300 200 130 170 140 the Central Library Separate reading Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes room facility Faculty and Staff 150 100 50 95 70 (seating capacity) Students (seating 150 100 80 75 70 capacity)
Working hours (on working days, on holidays, before examination, during examination, during vacation)
City campuses: The library offers its services for 12 hours a day (8.30 am to 8.30 pm) The library works on all days except Sundays and general holidays.
Engineering campus The library is open 24 x 7.
Give details of the library holdings: Print (books, back volumes and theses)
Books CDs E-Journals Newspapers Dissertation Lending Reference Project Reports/ Bound Volumes Constituent Units Online Database Offline Databases Annual Periodicals
1.IEEE & ASME Engineering 2.EBSCO 24135 9257 20 19 25904 DSpace 1805 1293 1369 Campus 3.EMERALD &.AIAA
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1. Sage Online Jayanagar Systat 28553 12075 85 19 111 4 Journals 1702 760 1008 Campus 13.1 2. CMIE Prowess
JC Road 19125 5717 86 22 Nil Nil Nil 726 944 Campus
1. Sage Online CMS 7768 1568 85 20 1500 Journals DSpace 350 1695 204 Campus 2.British Library
VV Puram 1717 1173 02 15 Nil Nil Nil Nil 100 Nil Campus
Total 81298 29790 278 95 28518 3857 4574 3525
COLLECTIONS
Engineering Campus Jayanagar Campus JC Road Campus CMS Campus VV Puram Campus
4.2.4 What tools does the library deploy to provide access to the collection?
The library has deployed institutional membership with :
SL No. of Cards Available Name of the Library No Lending Reference 1 British Library, Bangalore 10 Nil 2 Delnet, New Delhi …. …. 3 Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore 10 2 4 Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore Nil 2 5 National Aeronautical Laboratory, Bangalore 2 3 6 National Law School of India University, Bangalore 2 Nil 7 The American Library 5 Nil
The library has also subscription for e-Resources- Online Journals.
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Sl. No. Online Journals 1 ASME 2 IEEE & ASME (Multi User) 3 EBSCO 4 EMERALD 5 AIAA
Library has a provision for Dspace uploaded data
Library Dspace Uploaded Data Sl. No. Subject Number Uploaded 1 M.Phil Thesis 57 2 Ph.D Thesis 25 3 Previous Year Question Papers All Semester 4 News Paper Clippings Archived 5 Research Articles 17 6 NPTEL Videos 20
4.2.5 To what extent is ICT deployed in the library? Give details with regard to
Library automation: The Library has been automated with Easylib, a customized Library management software. Total number of computers for general access: 39 Total numbers of printers for general access :06 Internet band width speed 2Mbps-10 Mbps:10Mbps
4.2.6 Provide details (per month) with regard to
Average number of books issued /returned per day 600 Average number of faculty visiting the library /day 300 Average number of students visiting the library/day 450 Average number of users who visited /consulted per 12,000 month Average number of log-ins into the e-sources per 700 month Ratio of library books to number of students enrolled 1:18 Total number of the day the library kept open 6 days*/week * The main library is kept open on all days Number of Computer terminals 275 Number of Departments with computer facilities 44
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Budget allotment for computers during the last 75 Lakh academic year Amount spent on maintenance and upgrading of 20 lakh computer facilities during the last academic year There is a workshop. Instrumentation Is there a workshop / Instrumentation Centre? Center is in process of initiation.
4.2.7 Give details of specialized services provided by the library with regard to
Manuscripts - Maintained Reference -Separate section maintained Reprography/Scanning : Available Inter-library Loan Service :Need based service extended Information Deployment and Notification OPACS- The information related to new arrivals are displayed in the notice board of the library/circular sent to Deans of faculties and librarians of the other constituent units. Internet Access Downloads: Free internet access is provided with 10 Mbps Printouts: Available Reading list/ Bibliography compilation In-house/remote access to e-resources User Orientation: First year students are given orientation about the rules and regulations during the orientation programme. Faculty are also provided orientation on the user facilities. Assistance in searching Databases INFLIBNET/IUC facilities
4.2.8 Provide details of the annual library budget and the amount spent for purchasing new books and journals.
Amount Spent on Books and Journals Sl. Constituent Units (Since 2009) No Total Cost in Rs. Books Journals 1 Engineering Campus 2,53,47,058 3,59,662 2 JC Road campus 88,27,213 4,96,566 Center for Management Studies 3 7,18,705 7,41,692 (CMS) 4 Jayanagar Campus 48,47,250 13,87,702
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Amount Spent on Books and Journals Sl. Constituent Units (Since 2009) No Total Cost in Rs. Books Journals 5 V.V.Puram Campus 24,01,270 2,48,659
The total expenses of the library from 2009 to 2015 is Rs.6,53,27,412/-.
4.2.9 What initiatives has the university taken to make the library a ‘happening place’ on campus?
Organized extension activities like Book Exhibitions, expert talks, Best user award, National Conference, User awareness programmes, Library Day celebrations, “Donate a book” on the occasion of ‘World Book Day’, display of newspaper stand and the like.
4.2.10 What are the strategies used by the library to collect feedback from its users? How is the feedback analysed and used for the improvement of the library services?
• Informal feedback given by the students and faculty to the librarian relating to the books, journal and other materials. • Librarian verifies the authenticity of the feedback and takes necessary action through the Center Head. • The library committee analyses the requirements of the libraries in the constituents units from time to time and recommends to the university authorities for needful action.
4.2.11 List the efforts made towards the infrastructural development of the library in the last four years.
As and when the need arises for library procurement with the addition of different courses, books are procured and added to the library. If this requires additional infrastructure the same is provided. As the existing libraries are already spacious infrastructural augmentation is not required.
4.3 IT INFRASTRUCTURE
4.3.1 Does the university have a comprehensive IT policy with regard to
• IT Service Management ¾¾ The university has a well - managed Local Area Network. ¾¾ University provides selection, purchase, setup and maintenance of all network equipment for efficient operation of the network. ¾¾ System administrators are present in all centres who take care of the maintenance of the computers.
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¾¾ IT services are made use of for all the functionalities of the University so as to attain perfection, accuracy and transparency
• Information Security The information security is ensured with proper control of access rights. Appropriate care is taken to handle the confidential information.
• Risk Management The websites with insecure contents are blocked to prevent the risk of access of untrusted websites.
• Software Asset Management The authority to purchase computers and network related equipments for the University is taken care by the purchase Committee. Also care is taken to adhere to theterms&conditions of license agreements of IT resources softwares.
• Open Source Resources University encourages Open Source Resources like Linux, Open Office, FEDORA and other open Source software.
• Green Computing All the outdated unserviceable computers and peripherals are handed over to the designated firms for recycling. ¾¾ CRT monitors are replaced with LCD/TFT monitors ¾¾ Disposal of electronic materials not permitted in the campus ¾¾ Non-usable Electronic materials are identified by the department and the list is handed over to the facility manager at the respective center.
4.3.2 Give details of the university’s computing facilities i.e., hardware and software.
• Number of systems with individual configurations : 1250 • Laptops are provided to each studentsfor MBA Students • Computer-student ratio :1:7 • LAN facility : Available in all campuses • Proprietary software
Software available at Departments of Engineering & Technology
Dept Softwares Details AutoCAD, Solid Edge Department Windowsxp, symantic Windowsserver2003, of Aerospace antivirus, office7, Adobe, Pythran, Nastran designing, Engineering winrar. Matlab
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Dept Softwares Details
Windowsxp, symantic Department of antivirus, office7, Adobe, AutoCAD, Ansys, Matlab Civil Engineering winrar.
Department Windowsxp, Oracle 9i server, windows 2003, of Computer Fedora 13, symantic C++ Science & antivirus, office7, Adobe, Visual studio 10, Sql server, net Engineering winrar. beans
AutoCAD, Department Windows xp, Fedora10, Windowsserver2003, of Electrical symantic antivirus, Matlab, PSpice 9, & Electronics office7, Adobe, winrar. MI Power, KEIL software Engineering -microcontroller
Department of Windows xp, windows7 Candence, RHEL 5.4,M-vision Electronics & cadence, symantic Keil, Communication antivirus, office7, Adobe, Xilinx ISE, Dsch&Microwind, Engineering winrar Matlab, CCS Studio, Turbo c++
Department of Ubuntu, Oracle 9I, C++, Windowsxp, Fedora10, Information turbo c++ , Netbeans, Weka, symantic antivirus, Science & R-language, visual Studio, Opnet office7, Adobe, winrar. Engineering stimulation
Department Windowsxp, symantic Solid Edge, AutoCAD, Ansys, of Mechanical antivirus, office7, Adobe, Matlab Engineering winrar.
Department of Windowsxp, symantic Basic Science antivirus, office7, Adobe, Matlab, Turbo c++ winrar.
Software available at Department of Computer Science
Dept. Software
Oracle 10g Visual Studio - 2012 Net Beans 7.1 &Eclips, MCA Tally C & C++ JAVA 1.7 XAMP , Linux 12.04 LTS OS,Windows 7 OS
Unique software used by the department: Lindo - Lindo Software is used to teach Operation Research. Lindo is an interactive linear, quadratic, and integer pro- gramming system useful to a wide range of users.
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Softwares available at Departments of Sciences Dept. Software Details Biotechnology Turbo C, Windows OS AMBER, GROMACS, GAUSSIAN Etc Linux OS Linux OS Life Science - SPSS Windows OS (BT,MB,BC)
Library Library Management Software Windows OS
Physics WIEN2k
CERSSE SPSS Unique softwares used by the department for teaching and research AMBER and GROMACS : MD simulation studies of macromolecules GAUSSIAN : Geometry optimization studies of small molecules DOCK: Docking studies of Protein-ligands BT-MB-BC SPSS : Statistical analysis of research data
Department of • Auto cad Interior Design • 3Ds Max • Photoshop • Sketch up • Archicad All necessary softwares are acquired for teaching, learning, evaluation & research on need basis
4.3.3 What are the institutional plans and strategies for deploying and upgrading the IT infrastructure and associated facilities?
• Updating and Upgrading of the university website on a regular basis • Wi-Fi connectivity to be extended to all the Departments • Replacing the outdated systems with latest systems • Creation of Data Recovery Centre
4.3.4 Give details on access to on-line teaching and learning resources and other knowledge and information database/packages provided to the staff and students for quality teaching, learning and research.
Jain University has been a pioneer in developing innovative learning methodologies in order to enhance the learning abilities of a student, and there by provides a competitive edge in their professional life. Jain University has recently launched the Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) for some of its programmes. The idea is to harness the power of technology and internet in particular so as to develop a unique method of learning process which is learner-centric.
The University has a separate center for virtual learning and innovation. This center has digitised lectures from the best faculty which serves as on-line course work and help the students to access teaching facility from wherever they are.
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Engineering Campus: • All the Departmentshave separate Staff rooms with computer and internet facilities. • WiFi connection is available to all students and faculty in the academic campus. • Common internet laboratory facility available. • Faculties are involved in the development of new material and lecture notes. • All the question papers, assignments and quizzes are prepared using computer facilities. • Students are encouraged to use internet and multimedia resources for their seminars, presentations. • Faculties are maintaining records of the internal marks system online.
Software has been developed for feedback mechanisms attendance, monitoring, evaluation system, student progression, data base of faculty and students, hostel information and the like.
4.3.5 What are the new technologies deployed by the university in enhancing student learning and evaluation during the last four years and how do they meet new / future challenges?
Use of ICT as a learning resource combined with technology enabled learning has given a different outlook to the new technologies deployed by the University in enhancing student learning and evaluation. • Internet facility • Increase in the number of computers / Laptops / Tablets to cope up with the increase in number of students. • Increasing the bandwidth of Wi-Fi connectivity • Tie up with NKN • Widening the scope of TEL • Computerisation of Examination system • Use of anti-plagiarism software for M.Phil / PhD theses / Research articles. • Provision of more number of e-Journals.
4.3.6 What are the IT facilities available to individual teachers for effective teaching and quality research?
Broad band facilities
• The Engineering campus has a band width of 7 Mbps • The post graduate unit has a band width of 2 Mbps. • The JC Road Campus has a band width of 4 Mbps • The V VPuram campus has a band width of 4 Mbps • The management campus has a band width of 4 Mbps.
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• Number of Computer terminals -2175 • Number of Departments with computer facilities- 22 • Procure more number of computers and to take care of the maintenance.
The Library has been automated with Easylib, a customized Library management Software. It is also equipped with Internet Connection for the benefit of faculty and students to browse or download the required information from Net.
JGI (Jain Group of Institution) has Licensed Softwares under Microsoft School and Campus Agreement. Other Softwares like Symantec Corporate Edition, Oracle, Adobe CS suite, etc. have also been purchased. This facility is extended to Jain University.
The EDP department has been provided with 10 Computers for Students Data processing. Students’ daily attendance and exam / test marks are duly updated. Monthly attendance status and marks of each student are sent to their parents by post and by SMS. Offices of the University also has been provided with computers for day to day activities.
Each Department has been provided with a Computer with Internet connection, so that the faculty members can browse the net for the learning materials and preparing for their classes. The faculty members have been using LCD Projectors for better classroom presentation.
Engineering campus: • All the departments are provided with computer and internet facilities. • WiFi connection with internet facility is available to all students and faculty in the campuses.
4.3.7 Give details of ICT-enabled classrooms/learning spaces available within the university? How are they utilized for enhancing the quality of teaching and learning?
There is a Center for Virtual learning and Innovation which takes care of the Technology Enabled Learning (TEL). Apart from this the Engineering campus has smart class room which takes care of the virtual learning. The University is in the process of creating learning spaces with virtual learning facilities in all the campuses.
4.3.8 How are the faculty assisted in preparing computer- aided teaching- learning materials? What are the facilities available in the university for such initiatives?
The faculty can make use of LCD projectors, CDs, DVDs, OHPs and the
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computers for the innovative teaching methodology. Facilities are extended to the faculty members to access the net to take the relevant information or store the necessary data in the system for future references.
• Faculty can prepare their computer aided teaching / learning materials by accessing and using internet facilities. • Most of the classrooms have LCD projectors and can be connected through laptops, computers and internet. • Many multimedia facilities are available in the form of CDs/ VCDs/ DVDs etc. in the library and are being utilized by the faculty for preparation and delivery of the teaching material.
4.3.9 How are the computers and their accessories maintained?
The campuses have separate systems administration division which takes care of the maintenance of the computers. The systems administrative officer is in charge of this department. The department looks into the needs and the maintenance and upkeep of all the computers belonging to the University.
Trained staffs are recruited and are taking care of centralized server and common computer facility. They look after the regular installations and requirements of the routine computer related works. In case of new requirements the Facility Management Department (FMD) processes the provision of such resources and their management. There is an Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) for the upkeep of the systems.
4.3.10 Does the university avail of the National Knowledge Network connectivity? If so, what are the services availed of?
National Knowledge Network connectivity is available at the Engineering campus. The following are the details: • 1 GB Connectivity • Work on Inter-connectivity is under progress • Budget – 50 lakhs
4.3.11 Does the university avail of web resources such as Wikipedia, dictionary and other education enhancing resources? What are its policies in this regard?
Yes, The University gains access to these resources. There is a stipulated policy for internet usage.
4.3.11 Provide details on the provision made in the annual budget for the update, deployment and maintenance of computers in the university.
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There is a Rs. 20 lakh allocation of budget for update, deployment and maintenance of computers in the University. There is an annual maintenance contract for the maintenance and repair of the systems which is duly taken care of by the systems administrators appointed by the University.
4.3.13 What plans have been envisioned for the gradual transfer of teaching and learning from closed university information network to open environment?
• Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) by the Center for Virtual Learning and Innovation is implemented. This enables 24 x 7 learning and supplement, regular class room teaching. In short a blended learning approach combining conventional and new learning approach through the digitised lectures are made available online which can be accessed by the students at anytime, anywhere. • One of the main strategies of Jain University is to convert the class rooms as space for learning rather than space for teaching.
4.4 MAINTENANCE OF CAMPUS FACILITIES
4.4.1 Does the university have an estate office / designated officer for overseeing the maintenance of buildings, class-rooms and laboratories? If yes, mention a few campus specific initiativesundertaken to improve the physical ambience.
Each campus has been equipped with a facilities management division which takes care of the day to day maintenance of buildings, class rooms and laboratories. Cleaning and maintenance process is out sourced.
4.4.2 How are the infrastructure facilities, services and equipments maintained? Give details.
Yes. There is a separate Facility Management Department (FMD) which looks after provision of resources, their management and repairs.
• The Systems Administration Department is responsible for the maintenance of the computers and internet.
• The equipment in the laboratories are taken care of by the lab staff and attendants.
• The cleanliness of the campus is ensured by the house keeping staff.
• The lift operators are in charge of the repair and service of the lifts.
• The electricians and plumbers attend to electricity and sanitation in the campus.
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Salient Features : -
• Research Centres provide ample opportunities to faculty and students for research and developmental activities with the use of latest equipments.
• Reprographic facility has been made available.
• Library reference, issue books, journals, newsletters, magazines have been computerized for easy access to both students and faculty members and for the librarian to avoid delay.
• Library has many online journals for reference.
• Sports facilities are plenty and are of national and international standards.
• The institution has provided the students with state of art infrastructural facilities. However, for sports activities it utilizes the Kittur Rani Chennamma and Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium.
• At the main campus excellent facilities have been provided for outdoor and innumerable indoor games which are used for practice by our students.
• The hostels for boys and girls have been facilitated with good number of recreational facilities like television, computer with internet, table tennis and other indoor games to access at specific timings other than study hours.
• Good seminar and conference halls ensure optimum participation of students in many co-curricular and extracurricular activities which in turn provides the base for overall personality development.
• The institution washrooms have been modernized with good water facilities. Separate washrooms for girls and staff have been facilitated.
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CRITERION V : STUDENT SUPPORT AND PROGRESSION
5.1 STUDENT MENTORING AND SUPPORT
5.1.1 Does the university have a system for student support and mentoring? If yes, what are its structural and functional characteristics?
The University has a system in place for student support and mentoring. The University has a Dean, Student Welfare. Every Constituent unit has a Student Welfare Officer. The student welfare officers of the respective units take care of the mentoring and support system. This Department takes care of holistic development of the students with respect to cultural activities, co-curricular activities, mentoring and counselling activities.
5.1.2 Apart from classroom interaction, what are the provisions available for academic mentoring?
The basic academic mentoring happens through class room teaching. Apart from this mentoring takes place through: • Activities beyond curriculum • Remedial classes for slow learners • Special support needing additional higher level skills/ inputs • Tutorial classes • Career counselling • Project work • Faculty accompanying the students to workshops and seminars
5.1.3 Does the university have any personal enhancement and development schemes such as career counselling, soft skill development, career- path-identification, and orientation to well-being for its students? Give details of such schemes.
Yes. All these schemes are available. The details are as follows :
Skill Development Programmes Skill Development Workshops for the M.Phil and Ph.D Scholars
2011 Workshops on the themes : Multiple Intelligence, Positive Disciplining, Emotions and stress, Communication and Presentation skills; Placement preparedness Training.
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Skill Development Programmes Research Retreat For Ph.D Scholars At Jain University A one Day Training Programme for Students at CMS on the Topic Creativity Two days workshop for Faculty Skill Development Workshops for the M.Phil and Ph.D Scholars Orientation Programme for Engineering Faculty Placement Training Interviews for Engineering students Workshop for Faculty
Orientation Programme for PG Faculty
Faculty Development Programme 2012 Workshop on Understanding Student Behaviour, Positive Disciplining and Classroom Management and Mentoring
Skill Development Workshop for the M.Phil and Ph.D Scholars of January 2013 Batch
Introduction to Data Analysis in Research: Learning to Use Software Techniques
Skill Development Workshop for the M.Phil and Ph.D Scholars of August 2012 Batch
One Day Training Programme for Under Graduate Students of Management and Post Graduate students Psychology
Two Days Training Programme for Jain University Non Teaching Staff
Research Retreat for Ph.D Scholars at Jain University
Research Conclave for an interactive session for Research 2015 Guides, Doctoral Students and Research Centres Research Workshops on Data Collection and Data Analysis (Every month from December 2014 till May 2015)
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5.1.4 Does the university provide assistance to students for obtaining educational loans from banks and other financial institutions?
Yes. Recommendation letters are given by the University for obtaining bank loans and from various financial and charitable institutions. The university also help them to identify the banks.
5.1.5 Does the university publish its updated prospectus and handbook annually? If yes, what are the main issues / activities / information included / provided to students through these documents? Is there a provision for online access?
Updated prospectus and handbooks are published annually which give information about the courses offered, the extra-curricular activities, rules regarding leave and attendance, the calendar of events, various committees of the university, list of class teachers, list of holidays, code of conduct, list of faculty members and other relevant information required for the students and parents. At the beginning of every semester a course information booklet is published. This is specific to different courses and contains course overview, brief discussion of topics, questions and problems for each unit. This booklet also gives the calendar of events for that semester and also specifies model question papers. The tentative schedule of internal and University examination is also printed in the prospectus.
5.1.6 Specify the type and number of university scholarships / freeships given to the students during the last four years. Was financial aid given to them on time? Give details (in a tabular form) for the following categories: UG/PG/M.Phil/Ph.D./Diploma/others (please specify).
SCHOLARSHIPS
Engine- VV Jayanagar CMS JC Road Year -ering Puram Total Campus Campus Campus Campus Campus 2009- 536,740 - 490,000 - - 10,26,740 10 2010-11 2,409,110 - 1,085,000 517000 40,11,110 2011-12 2,377,310 2,017,400 773,500 3448750 86,16,960 2012- 3,926,230 5,832,250 728,500 89,810 1,176,500 1,17,53,290 13 2013- 96,800 3,759,000 704,000 312,500 1,047,500 59,19,800 14 2014- 2,00,000 6794000 420000 - 735500 81,49,500 15 TOTAL 3,94,77,400.00
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5.1.7 What percentage of students receive financial assistance from state government, central government and other national agencies (Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY), SN Bose Fellow, etc.)?
Approximately 90 students have received scholarship under this scheme.
5.1.8 Does the university have an International Student Cell to attract foreign students and cater to their needs?
International student cell:- Yes, There is a separate international student cell to attract foreign students and cater to their financial requirements which is headed by a International student officer.
Their key responsibilities include:
• Managing a programme of overseas visits including education fairs and individual prospective student counselling • Liaising with overseas sponsor organisations • Liaising with influencers such as the British Council, guidance counsellors and careers advisors • Handling prospective student enquiries at all stages of the student recruitment cycle • Providing information for prospective international students, tailored to specific countries, via the web • Managing a central conversion campaign involving international student ambassadors • Providing advice on key recruitment markets including education systems, qualifications, quality of local education institutions, student funding sources
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5.1.9 Does the university provide assistance to students for obtaining educational loans from banks and other financial institutions?
Same as in 5.1.4
5.1.10 What types of support services are available for *overseas students
There are quite a few overseas students in the University in different campuses. Such students are provided with hostel and transport facilities, special measures to refine their communication skills, medical assistance in case of allergies due to climatic changes etc, and are assisted in solving their problems depending on the requirement.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PROFILE
Country No of Students RWANDA 51 GABON 1 BURUNDI 16 MONGOLIA 1 UGANDA 4 KENYA 1 LESOTHO 10 IVORY COAST 1 NEPAL 65 CHINA 2 TANZANIA 12 AUSTRALIA 2 SRI LANKA 5 THAILAND 7 NIGERIA 24 CHAD 1 YEMEN 4 ROMANIA 1 IRAN 9 SYRIAN ARABIA 1 MAURITIUS 8 MALDIVES 7 AFGHANISTAN 55 NRI 142 INDONESIA 1 UK 2 BANGLADESH 3 CONGO 1 CAMEROON 1 SUDAN 1 PALESTINE 1 TOTAL 440
There is a proposal to provide access to digital section of the University library to overseas students.
* SC/ST, OBC and economically weaker sections The students belonging to SC/ST and OBC categories are encouraged to take admission in Jain University. They are provided with scholarships and encouraged to take up admissions for higher studies in our university. Also, the institution facilitates the SC/ST students to get freeships from the
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government. There is an equal opportunity cell in the University. For the students of Engineering: As per AICTE guidelines the students belonging to SC and ST category are given scholarships and in some cases free ships are provided. Concessions are given in exam fee, application fee and other relevant fees.
* Physically challenged / differently-abled students Jain University encourages differently abled students to take up the courses offered by the university. They are given preference in the use of facilities like lifts, canteens, cafeteria, library and the like. They are also allowed to record lectures in the class room. Visually impaired students are provided with software “George” to enable them to download material.
The School of Engineering and Technology as of now does not have any students who are differently-abled for the past five years. But, those who meet with untimely accidents and suffer with ailments are provided with due support for commuting and also other logistical facilities. The college vehicle commutes from the hostel at regular timings for due help and support.
* Health centre, Health insurance etc. There is a regular health center in the Engineering campus which has the following facilities: • Medical consultation and medication/treatment is given in the hospital in the campus. • 24 hours medical services by resident doctors • Specialized doctors including dentists are visiting frequently. • Ambulance services are provided for emergency cases. In the other campuses emergency medical facilities are immediately addressed to. The authorities refer the students for emergency medical needs to Mahaveer Jain Hospital.
* Students participating in various competitions/conferences in India and abroad Guidance & financial support is given to deserving students on a case to case basis.
* Performance enhancement for slow learners Tutorials and extra coaching classes are conducted for better performance of slow learners. Assistantships, Fellowships, Student Insurance and many such schemes are available. The institution provides counseling to the student’s on case to case basis. There is support for the students for paid internship activities and part time jobs as and when warranted by the course. Attempts are being made to get insurance for accidental risks to the student community. The faculty and students of the management course have been given the accident insurance benefit. All the campuses have canteens for the students which provide quality food.
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Fee concessions are given to merited students, differently abled students and socio-economically backward students. Sports scholarships are provided to outstanding sports students.
5.1.11 Does the university provide guidance and/or conduct coaching classes for students appearing for Civil Services, Defence Services, NET/SET and any other competitive examinations? If yes, what is the outcome?
The University encourages faculty and students to take up competitive examinations. Relevant materials are placed in the library for reference. The principal officers of the University counsel the faculty members and encourage them to take up NET/SLET. This has resulted in an increased number of faculty members taking up these examinations.
5.1.12 Mention the policies of the university for enhancing student participation in sports and extracurricular activities through strategies / schemes such as
additional academic support and academic flexibility to prepare for examinations special dietary requirements, sports uniform and materials any other (please specify)
Students are awarded scholarships and freeships for their commendable achievements in sports. They are sponsored for tournaments both within and outside the country.
Sports Department: The sports department of the university has trained the sports talent for the competitive sports. The teams have been participating in the inter-collegiate tournaments at the college / university / state as well as at the All India level and have tasted remarkable success. The university has produced sports persons of international repute. The pro-active and generous management has motivated and encouraged the students. This has given further impetus to the sports students to raise their level of competence. The sports department conducts competitions both in-house as well as for other inter-university competitions.
Arena is an annual sports event conducted for the students of Jain University.
‘VIE’ was initiated in the year 2000 under the inspirational tutelage of Dr. Shankar U V, the Sports Director. The events were varied and drew the attention of international sports persons. The various categories of sports were: • Basket ball (for both men and women) • Badminton (for both men and women) • Volleyball (for both men and women)
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• Tennis (men and women) • Athletics (men and women) • Hockey, Cricket, Snooker, Swimming and Table Tennis sports
Apart from ‘VIE’ the international sports fest, the sports students participate in various competitions and bring laurels to the institution. The encouragement given by the management in this regard is seen in the fact that various sports persons of international repute have participated in Olympics World Championships, various international championships and national and state level championships. Outstanding sports persons have been rewarded for excellence in their chosen field. The sports department aims to become the best at both national and international levels and intends to produce sportspersons of world class repute.
5.1.13 Does the university have an institutionalized mechanism for students’ placement? What are the services provided to help students identify job opportunities, prepare themselves for interview, and develop entrepreneurship skills?
Yes, there is a centralised placement cell which takes care of the placements of all the students of the University seeking placements. The students are oriented to career-path through pre-placement talks, pathway to career programmes, training in etiquette management, facing an interview and developing entrepreneurship skills.
5.1.14 Give the number of students selected during campus interviews by different employers (list the employers and the number of companies who visited the campus during the last four years).
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Year Registered Eligible Placed Percentage 2009-10 30 30 28 93.33 2010-11 26 26 23 88.46 2011-12 19 19 16 84.21 2012-13 23 23 19 82.60 2013-14 13 13 11 84.61 2014-15 12 12 12 100
Faculty of Sciences
Year Registered Eligible Placed Percentage 2009-10 155 155 148 95.48 2010-11 161 161 152 94.40 2011-12 131 131 124 94.65
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2012-13 143 143 136 95.10 2013-14 110 110 103 93.63 2014-15 89 89 84 88.62
Faculty of Engineering
Year Registered Eligible Placed Percentage 2009-10 169 129 125 96.89 2010-11 218 180 164 91.11 2011-12 241 161 150 93.16 2012-13 264 125 106 84.80 2013-14 235 235 232 98.72 2014-15 200 200 191 95.50
Faculty of Commerce
Year Registered Eligible Placed Percentage 2009-10 372 372 369 99.19 2010-11 350 350 344 98.28 2011-12 375 375 369 98.4 2012-13 365 365 357 97.8 2013-14 362 362 355 98.06 2014-15 354 354 345 97.46
Faculty of Management
Year Registered Eligible Placed Percentage 2009-10 80 80 63 78.75 2010-11 189 189 164 86.77 2011-12 221 221 205 92.76 2012-13 162 162 140 86.41 2013-14 136 136 121 88.97 204-15 296 296 281 94.93
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Faculty-wise placement details (average percentage)
Management HSS 88.09 88.86
Commerce Sciences 98.28 93.64
Engineering 93.36
The following are the partial list of companies which visited the campuses Acculogix Software Fenesta Ernst & Young - Assurance Solutions Pvt. Ltd Amazon Stovekraft Tesco PLC Goldman Sachs - ANSR Sycone Operations Goldman Sachs - Human ANZ Times Inc Resource Bonanza Group SAP Labs AMBA RESEARCH Bose Saraswat Bank Amazon - Transaction Risk Capgemini (Off campus) Simplilearn Amazon - Sellers Support Societe General Global Careernet Deloitte Solutions Ltd. KMPG -Audit Associate - Cognizant Supreme GridTech UK KMPG -Audit Associate - Decathlon (Off campus) Tally US Deloitte TCS Ernst & Young - Taxation KMPG - Global Delivery E & Y (off campus) Teach for India Centre Teamlease (off E&Y - India (Assurance) GTSSC campus) E&Y - India (Taxation) TESCO TARGET Edutech The Writers Block DHFL
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The following are the partial list of companies which visited the campuses Federal Bank Thomson Reuters L&T INFOTECH Fidelity Valuleaf WIPRO Goldman Sachs - Firstnaukri.com Lava International Operations Internship Magnasoft India Pvt. LITTLE GYM Genius Corner Ltd. INTERNATIONAL Global Vision Mahindra Satyam WealthRays Securities Godrej Mon Chateau Accord Software Goldman Sachs Mydeals24 Audi Motors Goldman Sachs (Pre National Instruments BOSS internships Offer) Google Newbridge Cegedim Grant Thornton NTT Data Design Esthetics (Articleship) HDFC Sales Oracle IBM Practo Technologies Hewlett Packard E2e Projects Pvt Ltd iGate Protiviti Infiniti Research PWC (Articles - ING Vysya Infosys Assurance) iPrimed PWC (Indirect Tax) Microsoft ITC Hotels Recruise NTT Data ITC Infotech India Way2Wealth NxtGen Tech. Limited J P Morgan Wells Fargo Onskies Media Kotak Securities Ltd. Wipro OTIS KPMG (Analyst - Audit) Zomato PRDC KPMG (Off Campus) Readiminds Prime focus KPMG India Sobha Developers Razorthink
5.1.15 Does the university have a registered Alumni Association? If yes, what are its activities and contributions to the development of the university?
Yes, the University has an Alumni ssociation. Each of the constituent unit conducts the alumni meeting once in a year. During the alumni meeting good interaction between the faculty & alumni about the various aspects of functioning & performance of the University takes place and the alumni gives valuable suggestions and inputs. The wonderful support and motivation helps in further expansion of the University. The School of management studies
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has released a directory of the telephone number, names and e-mail ids of the student alumni. The alumni who have incubated companies through the University incubation center meet periodically and give their suggestion for further strengthening of entrepreneurship center
No. of Students No. of meetings Campus registered held CMS Campus 5000 05 JC Road Campus 1800 04
Some of the notable Alumni who are members of the association are:
Pankaj Advani World Billiards & Snooker Champion Robin Uthappa Indian Cricketer Shikha Tandon International Swimmer Rehan Pooncha International Swimmer Rohan Bopanna International Tennis Player Anup Sridhar International Badminton Player Gaurav Dhiman Indian Cricketer Amit Verma Indian Cricketer Rachna Krishnamurthy Radio Jockey Rekha Nahar Head HR - MTR Prajwal Devraj Actor Manish Pandey Indian Cricketer Mayank Agarwal Indian Cricketer Sonam Deep Kaur Indian Basketball Player Kaushal R Indian Basketball Player Bopanna G N Indian Athlete Rohit Havaldar International Swimmer Shilpa Rao Indian Athlete Hari Prasad Indian Hockey Player Varun Aaron Indian Cricketer Ambi Subramanian Violinist Rakesh Manpat International Rifle Shooter Gagan Ullalmath Olympic Swimmer Kaunian Abbas National Cricketer Shreyas Gopal National Cricketer
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5.1.16 Does the university have a student grievance redressal cell? Give details of the nature of grievances reported. How were they redressed?
Yes. A specific process has been laid down by the University as a result of which there is a platform for redressal of grievances.
The University has student grievance redressal cells which aims at strengthening teacher-student relationship and instil confidence in students. The cell takes care of the student requirements, happenings in the classrooms, addressing problematic issues without delay, inculcation of human values and maintaining qualitative social ambience in the premises. Each unit has a committee which reports to the Integrated Grievance Cell.
Most of the grievances are sorted out in an informal manner. A record pertaining to the nature of grievances has been maintained by the cell. Detailed in Student Welfare Documents
5.1.17 Does the university promote a gender-sensitive environment by (i) conducting gender related programmes (ii) establishing a cell and mechanism to deal with issues related to sexual harassment? Give details
University has a fair percentage of lady faculty members and lady students. The environment is free of any kind of harassment or disregard to the women. A conscious effort is made to ensure the same. They are given equal opportunities in all areas of work. The women students are encouraged to take part in co-curricular, extra – curricular and sports activities. There is absolutely no gender bias on the campus.
Certain preventive measures to maintain discipline and code of conduct are formulated such as use of separate staircase and elevator by girls and boys and regular check on the prescribed dress codes specified in the prospectus. The women cell conducts various activities related to gender sensitization, women empowerment, women’s rights and women’s participatory roles. Each unit has a women’s cell which has conducted a range of activities and is a constant support to antisexual harassment cell. There is absolute women empowerment as most unit heads are women and many women faculty members are on the boards of policy and decision making pertaining to the University.
5.1.18 Is there an anti-ragging committee? How many instances, if any, have been reported during the last four years and what action has been taken in these cases?
There is an anti-ragging cell in the University. As of now no incident of ragging has been reported on campuses. Every student has to mandatorily sign an undertaking at the time of joining.
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5.1.19 How does the university elicit the cooperation of all its stakeholders to ensure the overall development of its students?
The stake holders of the university are the students, the parents, faculty and non-teaching staff, suppliers of educational tools and kits, society, industry peers and potential employers. Delivery of academic programmes are planned as per the Calendar of events.
STUDENTS: The syllabus prescribed by the university and the add on programmes given by the university to each program to add value to the university curriculum are printed and given to the students on the re-opening day of the university. Regular feedback is obtained from the students about the curricula. They are also given the class time table and are briefed on the academic functioning in their respective class rooms. They are also briefed on the evaluation system, feedback and the conduct of exams, sending reports about their progress to parents with their attendance and performance in exams.
FACULTY: Faculty members form the core members in the formation of syllabus and academic program evaluation. The university also follows mentorship where each faculty is in charge of 20 students. Periodical counseling to the students, with guidance in academic, personal, career and emotional areas help in their overall development.
The freshly appointed faculty members are appraised of all the functional aspects of the university, the expectations and their role as lecturers during the one day orientation workshop conducted by the higher authorities.
The senior faculty are involved in the preparation of the calendar of events, strategic planning and the best practices. The same is exhaustively discussed in the meeting with the Center Head. Thereafter they conduct meetings for their staff in the department and explain all the details and also give need based guidance throughout the year.
PARENTS: The parents are appraised of the functioning, the activities and the approaches to the curriculum in the university on the first day of re-opening in orientation programmes through power point presentations. Their wards are given an educational kit comprising of all the above said details. On that day, the Center Head, the Chairman and the Director re-emphasize their confidence upon selecting this university, assuring the total care and good educational ambience. They are also informed to co-operate with the university, by bringing to their notice, any behavioural changes and to constantly interact with the concerned HOD and staff periodically to know their wards progress. They are also told about the mandatory attendance requirement and the evaluative reports that the university would be sending
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periodically. The parents are given periodic information about their wards attendance and academic growth.
The non-teaching staff are also briefed by the Center Head on how they have to co-ordinate with the faculty in updating students particulars, university programmes evaluation reports and send them to the parents through post and or SMS. They are involved in total maintenance of all academic records by documenting them as per the guidelines. The HODs give the requirement with respect to infrastructure and educational tools to the Center Head. The required lab materials are directly ordered through Center Head to the suppliers.
ALUMNI: Alumni actively participate in alma mater functioning- giving guest lectures, providing internship guidance, giving constant update on new developments in the industry.
EMPLOYERS: Feed back is taken from various recruiters on a regular basis.
5.1.20 How does the university ensure the participation of women students in intra- and inter-institutional sports competitions and cultural activities? Provide details of sports and cultural activities where such efforts were made.
The sports department of Jain University is considered to be one of the best departments. It has produced sports persons of high quality. There is equity in participation of both boys and girls in the sports activities. The University encourages the women who are talented to participate in their field of expertise. The University has produced a number outstanding sports women who have represented at Olympic, International, National, State and varsity level sports.
To name a few:
Shikha Tandon International Swimmer Sonam Deep Kaur Indian Basketball Player Shilpa Rao Indian Athlete Poorva Kiran Shetye International Swimmer Surabhi Tipre Swimmer Jacqueline Rose Badminton Kunnath Jesse Sandeesh- Athletics Shruthi B Patil Shooter
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Poorvisha Ram Badminton Surabhi Pathak Shooter • Ms. South India Shanu Suresh • Salute Women Award 2014, Given by Global Pravasi Malayali Council • Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress (2013) • 61st Filmfare Awards 2014 South Best Actress • Jai Hind Film Awards2013 - Best Second Actress • Vanitha Film Awards2011- Best New Face Anate Augustine (Female) • Asianet Film Awards2010 - Asianet Film Award for Best New Face of the Year (Female) • Surya Awards 2011 - Best Female New Face of the Year • B High Graded Artist at All India Radio (AIR) Amritha Rao • Associated with Shankar Mahadevan Association Ananya Bhagath ‘A’ Grade artist Swetha Mallikarjun Play back singer Manjula Surendra A Grade artist Bindu Subramaniam Popular Singer
There are a quite a good number of women students in the University. They are highly talented and motivated to take part in various inter-class and inter-collegiate competitions. Most of the extra- curricular forums of the college have many women student representatives on their board. So also the impressive list of the prize winners and the participants in various extra-curricular activities speak of the participation of the women students in these activities. The healthy participation of women may be attributed to the absence of gender bias, the safety and security enjoyed by the women students both within and outside the campus. The girl students are taking part in every technical, co-curricular, cultural activity. They are also encouraged to take part in sports activities during college annual competitions, intra-college competitions.
STUDENT PROGRESSION
5.1.21 What is the student strength of the university for the current academic year? Analyse the Programme-wise data and provide the trends for the last four years. Student strength response in question no. 2.1.6 Student Progression UG to PG* 60% PG to M.Phil.* 13%
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Student Progression PG to Ph.D. 12% Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral 1% Employed • Campus selection 14% • Other than campus recruitment
5.1.22 What is the programme-wise completion rate during the time span stipulated by the university?
The University has so far conducted 4 annual convocations the details are as follows Students who Convocation Year graduates
1st Convocation October 2011 378
2nd Convocation September 2012 1881
3rd Convocation November 2013 2281
4th Convocation November 2014 2422
5th Convocation Oct. / Nov. 2015 2500 (estimated)
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The following are the success rate of the students
UG 2009 – 12 Batch
COURSE APPEARED PASS FAIL % AGE BA 59 55 4 93.22 B.Sc 138 132 6 95.65 B.Com 786 750 36 95.42 BCA 68 66 2 97.06 BBM 504 427 77 84.72 BMS 17 14 3 82.35 BID 31 31 0 100.00
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UG 2010 – 13 Batch
COURSE APPEARED PASS FAIL % AGE BA 73 64 9 87.67 B.Sc 82 75 7 91.46 B.Com 997 931 66 93.38 BCA 98 95 3 96.94 BBM 489 402 87 82.21 BMS 33 31 2 93.94 BID 34 33 1 97.06
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UG 2011 – 14 Batch
COURSE APPEARED PASS FAIL % AGE
BA 58 50 8 86.21 B.Sc 60 57 3 95.00 B.Com 855 781 74 91.35 BCA 68 62 6 91.18 BBM 513 467 46 91.03 BMS 43 43 0 100.00 BID 51 51 0 100.00
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UG 2012 – 15 Batch
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BA 43 40 3 93.02
B.Sc 43 36 7 83.72
B.Com 802 715 87 89.15
BCA 98 81 17 82.65
BBM 471 417 54 88.54
BMS 36 34 2 94.44
BID 63 62 1 98.41
Forensic 23 21 2 91.30
Animation 33 32 1 96.97
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PG 2009 – 11 Batch
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MA - Dance 6 5 1 83.33
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MA - Economics 9 8 1 88.89
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M S Communication 24 22 2 91.67
M.Sc - Physics 26 26 0 100.00
M.Sc - Biotechnology 37 37 0 100.00
M.Sc - Microbiology 28 28 0 100.00
M.Sc - Biochemistry 36 36 0 100.00
M.Sc - Psychology 25 24 1 96.00
MCA 28 26 2 92.86
MBA 146 146 0 100.00
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PG 2010 – 12 Batch
COURSE APPEARED PASS FAIL % AGE MA - English 17 13 4 76.47 MA - Kannada 7 7 0 100.00 MA - Sanskrit 3 3 0 100.00 MA - Dance 6 5 1 83.33 MA - Music 4 4 0 100.00 MA - Economics 15 14 1 93.33 MVA 15 15 0 100.00 M.Com 30 26 4 86.67 M S Communication 23 22 1 95.65 M.Sc - Physics 31 31 0 100.00 M.Sc - Biotechnology 25 25 0 100.00 M.Sc - Microbiology 11 11 0 100.00 M.Sc - Biochemistry 14 14 0 100.00 M.Sc - Psychology 31 30 1 96.77 M S IT 14 14 0 100.00 MCA 29 29 0 100.00 MBA 92 88 4 95.65
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PG 2011 – 13 Batch
COURSE APPEARED PASS FAIL % AGE MA - English 13 11 2 84.62 MA - Dance 6 6 0 100.00 MA - Music 7 7 0 100.00 MA - Economics 9 9 0 100.00 MVA 10 10 0 100.00 M.Com 21 21 0 100.00 M S Communication 17 16 1 94.12 M.Sc - Physics 36 34 2 94.44 M.Sc - Biotechnology 9 9 0 100.00 M.Sc - Microbiology 7 7 0 100.00 M.Sc - Biochemistry 9 9 0 100.00 M.Sc - Psychology 26 25 1 96.15 M S IT 18 18 0 100.00 MCA 18 15 3 83.33 MBA 11 8 104 14 88.14
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PG 2012 – 14 Batch
COURSE APPEARED PASS FAIL % AGE MA(English) 13 13 0 100.00 MA(Economics) 14 07 07 50.00 MVA (Painting) 02 02 0 100.00 MVA (Applied Art) 03 03 0 100.00 MA(Music) 06 06 0 100.00 MA(Dance) 07 07 0 100.00 M.Sc(Physics) 38 26 12 68.42 M.Sc(Biochemistry) 12 12 0 100.00 M.Sc(Microbiology) 12 12 0 100.00 M.Sc(Biotechnology) 08 08 0 100.00 M.Sc(Psychology) 29 28 01 96.55 M.Sc(Forensic Science) 08 08 0 100.00 M.Com 39 30 09 76.92 MCA 17 09 08 52.94 MS(IT) 27 25 02 92.59 MBA 89 65 24 73.03
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PG 2013 – 15 Batch
COURSE APPEARED PASS FAIL % AGE MA - English 17 17 0 100.00 MA - Dance 9 7 2 77.78 MA - Music 6 5 1 83.33 MA - Economics 6 6 0 100.00 M.Com 39 35 4 89.74 M S Communication 12 12 0 100.00 M.Sc - Physics 11 11 0 100.00 M.Sc - Biotechnology 11 11 0 100.00 M.Sc - Microbiology 30 30 0 100.00 M.Sc - Biochemistry 6 6 0 100.00 M.Sc - Psychology 21 21 0 100.00 M.Sc - Animation 10 10 0 100.00 M.Sc - Forensic 6 6 0 100.00 M.Sc - ISMS 49 46 3 93.88 M.Sc - SCT 35 35 0 100.00 M S IT 54 46 8 85.19 MCA 21 21 0 100.00
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2011-2015 Batch Course & Branch APPEARED PASS FAIL % AGE BE (AE) 43 43 0 100.00 BE (CS) 47 45 2 95.74 BE (CV) 41 40 1 97.56 BE (EC) 80 69 11 86.25 BE (EE) 34 30 4 88.24 BE (IS) 31 29 2 93.55 BE (ME) 40 40 0 100.00
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M.Tech 2010-2012 Batch Course & Branch APPEARED PASS FAIL % AGE Avionics 4 4 0 100.00 Computer Science & Engineering 17 17 0 100.00 Energy Management & CCT 7 7 0 100.00 SP & VLSI 17 17 0 100.00
100 90 80 70 60 50 100 100 100 100 40 30 20 10 0 M.Tech- Avionics M.Tech- Computer M.Tech- Energy M.Tech- SP & VLSI Science & Management & Engineering CCT
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M.Tech 2011-2013 Batch
M.Tech2011-2013 Batch Course & Branch APPEARED PASS FAIL % AGE Avionics 12 12 0 100.00 Aerostructures 8 8 0 100.00 Computer Science & Engineering 38 36 2 94.74 Energy Engineering 14 14 0 100.00 Energy Management & CCT 10 10 0 100.00 Digital Signal Processing 23 23 0 100.00 RF Communication 14 14 0 100.00 SP & VLSI 25 25 0 100.00 Thermal Engineering 6 6 0 100.00
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M.Tech 2012-2014 Batch Course & Branch APPEARED PASS FAIL % AGE
Avionics 3 3 0 100.00 Aerostructures 1 1 0 100.00 Computer Science & Engineering 39 35 4 89.74 Energy Engineering 11 11 0 100.00 Energy Management & CCT 4 4 0 100.00 Digital Signal Processing 7 7 0 100.00 RF Communication 5 5 0 100.00 SP & VLSI 15 15 0 100.00 Thermal Engineering 5 5 0 100.00
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5.2.3 What is the number and percentage of students who appeared/ qualified in examinations like UGC-CSIR-NET, UGC-NET, SLET, ATE / CAT / GRE / TOFEL / GMAT / Central / State services, Defense, Civil Services, etc.?
In the PG stream, during the last two years two students have cleared NET exam of UGC/CSIR, eight students have cleared TOEFL & eight students have cleared GRE and gone abroad for PhD. one student has passed Defence Entrance Exam securing 1st rank and is serving in the Indian Army. Three students have been able to procure the German Fellowship for higher studies. In the Engineering stream, about 60-70 % of the final year students have appeared for various competitive exams like GRE, CAT, GMAT, PGCET, TOEFL, XAT etc. About 60% of the students appeared have cleared and are pursuing the same. The rest are appearing again.
The faculty members are actively involved in supporting the students in an informal manner and through formal coaching classes for various competitive exams. For the MBA/IIMS:- Learning centres like TIME, IMS, Career launcher, Career forum, Career plan are invited to the campus and allowed to conduct counseling sessions and scholarship tests directly to students. Successful students are given concession in the fees charged by them. The management students are coached for CAT, GRE & TOEFL. Five students have also gained admission through this coaching in reputed B Schools. The students are further supported to take up qualifying examinations through provision of learning resources like journals, books, periodicals, encyclopaedias and the internet.
5.2.4 Provide category-wise details regarding the number of Ph.D./ D.Litt./D.Sc. theses submitted/ accepted/ resubmitted/ rejected in the last four years.
Submitted Accepted Awarded Ph.D 38 38 38 M.Phil 88 88 88
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5.3 STUDENT PARTICIPATION AND ACTIVITIES
5.3.1 List the range of sports, cultural and extracurricular activities available to students. Furnish the programme calendar and provide details of students’ participation
Sports:- Cultural extracurricular activities are encouraged in all the constituent units of the University.
• Sports – VIE • Inter University sports competitions • Intra class sports competitions • Co-curricular activities - – student seminars, projects, paper presentations, research paper presentations and the like • Extra curricular activities – Corporate Expo, Science Expo, Tarusanskriti, Anveshana, Samanvaya, Precipice, Crainium, Threshhold and the like • Jain University emerged overall champions in the All-India Inter-University Aquatic Championship 2014. • Jain University finished with a tally of 154.5 points, finishing ahead of Delhi University, who had a tally of 131 points, and VTU, Belgaum (97). Jain University women swimmers regained the women’s title which we last won in 2012, tallying 106 points. 5.3.2 Give details of the achievements of students in co-curricular, extracurricular and cultural activities at different levels: University / State / Zonal / National / International, etc. during the last four years.
There are about 66 various awards won by the students of the university
S. Name and Department Name of agency Name of Award / Year No (Biotechnology) giving the award recognition Life Sciences- 1 Christ University Cartooning- 3rd Prize 2010 Ashwin V M Life Sciences- Shruthi , Pruthvi, 2 Christ University Pot pourri- 1st Prize 2010 Parvathi Life Sciences- Hemanth, 3 Christ University Treasure Hunt 2010 Nagabhishek, Abhishek Life Sciences- Payel, Suzanna, 4 Christ University Collage 2010 Ashwini Life Sciences- Shalini, Shreyas, 5 Christ University Quiz- 1st Prize 2010 Hrithwik Life Sciences-Anitha , Harshitha, Flower Arrangement 6 Christ University 2010 Rekha, Archana -1st Prize
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S. Name and Department Name of agency Name of Award / Year No (Biotechnology) giving the award recognition Life Sciences-Arpitha, 7 Christ University Debate-1st Prize 2010 Ashwini .G Life Sciences- Swethavalli, 8 NMKRV College Lecture 2010 Shreyas Life Sciences- Vaishnavi, 9 NMKRV College Poster Making 2010 Rishitha, Ashwini.G Life Sciences- Parvathi, 10 NMKRV College Dumb Charades 2010 Prithvi, Shruthi Life Sciences- Namratha, 11 NMKRV College 1st Prize 2010 Arpitha Life Sciences- Manasa B, 12 NMKRV College Model Making 2010 Manasa S, Richa Life Sciences- Chaitanya, 13 NMKRV College Lecture 2010 Abhijeet Life Sciences- Atul, Sanjana, 14 NMKRV College Quiz 2010 Gnyanada BCA- Sheshank, Suraj, Supriya, Rolling Trophy for IT 15 Christ university 2010 Guruprasad, Sunil Jain fest Chemistry- Pavithra, Shreyas, 16 Christ University Overall Championship 2010 Rutwik, Shruthi Kini Physics-intercollegiate Physics- Sundar M N, Akshaya, 17 NMKRV fest and won overall 2010 Kusuma trophy
18 DebasmitaMaiti Jain University 1st Prize, Best poster 2011
19 Prerana V Jain University 1st Rank, gold medal 2011
Awarded Best Poster 20 R. Ranjini Microbiology Jain University Presentation. 2011
Agricultural Engineering Rekha Sethi College and Awarded Best ORAL 21 Microbiology Research Presentation 2011 Institute, TNAU, Coimbatore
SK University, Awarded Best Paper 2011 22 Rekha Sethi Microbiology Anantapur Presentation Tamilnadu Agricultural Awarded Best Paper 23 Vijayalakshmi P. 2011 University, Presentation Coimbatore K.S.G. College of Awarded Second Place 24 Kamalini C. Arts and Science, 2011 for Paper Presentation Coimbatore Awarded Third Place 2011 25 Vijayalakshmi P. Research Retreat for Paper Presentation
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S. Name and Department Name of agency Name of Award / Year No (Biotechnology) giving the award recognition Awarded First Place for 26. Asha Rajiv Research Retreat 2011 Paper Presentation Chemistry- Parvathi, Pavithra, 27 Shreyas St. Joseph’s College 1st & 2nd Prizes 2011 Rutwik , Shruthi, Kini BMS College for Lecture competition- 28 Chemistry- Arpitha 2011 women 3rd Prize BMS College for 2011 29 Chemistry- Akshaya, Kusuma Salt analysis-2nd Prize women Chemistry- Lecture Competition- 30 NMKRV College 2011 Ashwini V M 1st Prize
Lecture Competition- 31 Chemistry- Arpitha S NMKRV College 2011 3rd Prize
Acharya Inst. Of 32 Prashanthi. K 2nd Best Poster 2012 Technology) 1st Prize, poster 33 Anitha BHU 2012 presentation 1st Rank, MSc, 34 Apoorva Prabhu 1st Rank, gold medal 2012 Jain Univ Department of Biotechnology, Awarded BEST ORAL 2012 Sridevi Institute Rekha Sethi PRESENTATION 35 of Engineering Microbiology and Technology, Tumkur, Karnataka Mount Carmel 36 BID- Pranav CUL-AH! cultural fest 2012 College BID Nandita Iyengar, Khatija Pidilite Award for Best 37 Ruman , Sri. Raksha Singeri , Pidilite company Designers Chaitali Jain Participated & identified asteroids in International Asteroid 38 Physics- Adarsh A & Sharath K (IASC) 2012 search project and contributed to the scientific data 39 Life Sciences- Kashyap NOVOZYMES Debate 2012 Life Sciences- Archana, 40 St.Joseph’s College Poster Making 2012 Niveditha, Minal Biologist Forum of 41 Bhargavi Sharma 2013 India, Chennai 2nd Best poster 1st Rank, MSc, 42 Vedashree 1st Rank, gold medal Jain University 2013 Dept. of Biosciences, Awarded BEST PAPER 43 Anitha Brindavan College, PRESENTATION 2013 Bangalore
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S. Name and Department Name of agency Name of Award / Year No (Biotechnology) giving the award recognition • All India National Jan Fencing Championship 2013 • All India Inter and University Fencing Dec Championship 2013 44 Sports - Aloknand.R • (Silver and Bronze Feb Medal) 2013 • 6th All India Inter & Jan University Fencing 2014 Championship Physics- Adarsh A, Anupama National center for Radio Astrophysics Radio astronomy 45 2013 (NCFR) of TIFR, Winter school Pune National Level Best Paper Award Graduate “Her curve to activate 46 Arts- Ms Priyanka MB Conference held his mesocortical 2013 by NMKRV dopamine limbic College pathway” Life Sciences- Shreyas, Pramodh, 47 Christ University Quiz 2013 Priyanka Life Sciences- Shreyas, Praveen, 48 Christ University Pictionary & Collage 2013 Simran Life Sciences- Nitish, Javed, 49 Christ University Quiz 2013 Preethi, Noorsakina Physics- Sowrabh, Rishov 50 St. Josephs College Quiz-1st Prize 2013 Mukherjee Physics- Sowrabh, Rishov 51 Mukherjee Christ University Quiz- 2nd Prize 2013 Utkarsh Srivastava, Physics- Sowrabh 52 Christ University Debate-2nd Prize 2013 Utkarsh Srivastava • First place in State Level • Drama Competition • “Bharatyatra Kendra” • First place at Greeshma - BA(III sem) University fest Suraksh Das- BCA(V sem) “ONDU BOGASEYA 2012- Satish B - BA(V sem) St. Joseph’s college NEERU”, won first 2013 SnehaVenkatachalapathy - BSc place at Bharathyatra (I sem) 53 Kendra. Manjushree – BSc(I sem) Bangalore • Best actor – Suraksh AmithaVasista - BSc(I sem) University Das SristyAgrawal – BSc(III sem) • Best actor in 2013 supporting role - Satish B • Best actress –Sneha • Venkatachalapathy • Jury Award - Manjushree
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S. Name and Department Name of agency Name of Award / Year No (Biotechnology) giving the award recognition Chemistry- Suma. Soundarya, Quiz Competition-2nd 54 St. Joseph’s College 2013 Shreyas Pooja Prize • 7+ Nationals in sport Fencing in both Junior and Seniors 2009 • 24th Senior National Fencing Championship at Jammu, J&K 2013 • All India Sports - Nishreyas Interuniversity fencing 55 championships. • Winners in 6th All India Interuniversity 2013 Fencing Championship as 1st Runner -Up by 2014 bagging 4 medals at Punjabi University, Patiala. Spicmacay and 2013 Shiekchinnamoulan- doordarshan Apporva Krishna ayuvapuraskar 56 Karnataka fine arts 2014 BBA Kalavanta award council 1st prize All India radio 2012 100 Awards in State and 57 Sports - Dharvya National Level “Bioneers 2014”, 58 Vrinda Mohta 2nd best poster award 2014 at JU 1st Rank, MSc, 59 Bharadwaj 1st Rank, gold medal 2014 Jain Univ M.S.Ramaiah Bioblooms -2014 Bhavya J college of Arts, 60 Best Poster presentation 2014 Dept. of Biochemistry Science and award commerce Greeshma - BA(III sem) Suraksh Das- BCA(V sem) Satish B - BA(V sem) SnehaVenkatachalapathy - BSc(I St.Joseph’s College 2nd place in Drama 61 2014 sem) of Commerce. Competition Manjushree – BSc(I sem) AmithaVasista - BSc(I sem) Sristy Agrawal – BSc(III sem) Radio astronomy Pulsar Observatory for 62 Physics- Adarsh A, Anupama center, Ooty, Tamil 2014 students Nadu Electronics- Anupama, Rishov, Overall Trophy- 63 Sowrabh Vijaya College 2014 CHARGE-14 Utkarsh, Adarsh, Tarun Raj Bharath Swaminathan MERCEDES Mercedes Benz Young 64 2014 BBA BENZ Star Driver
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S. Name and Department Name of agency Name of Award / Year No (Biotechnology) giving the award recognition 2013- 65 Dept. of Commerce IIMB Recognition 14
Grey Sells-Regional 66 Dept. of Commerce CIMA 2013- level Winners 14 Qualified for National March 67 Dept. of Commerce GBC level Competition 2014
5.3.3 Does the university conduct special drives / campaigns for students to promote heritage consciousness?
Monument preservation camp of NSS:Every year the NSS unit conducts special drive to promote heritage consciousness. They have visited Rangasthala, Devrayanadurga, Hampi, Badami in the past four years clean the heritage site and helped in reconstruction of some of the dilapidated structure.
Programme Monumental Preservation Camp Venue Rangasthala Date 7th March 2010 No. Of Volunteers 50 Duration 1 day Visit to the Ranganathanatha swamy Temple at Rangastala near Chikkaballapur which is 600 years old and conducted a one day monumental preservation camp by cleaning the area in and around the temple and the faculty gave a brief explanation about Indian architecture.
5.3.4 How does the university involve and encourage its students to publish materials like catalogues, wall magazines, college magazine, and other material? List the major publications/ materials brought out by the students during the last four academic sessions.
Yes, The University encourages the students to publish materials like catalogues, wall magazines, magazines produced by differnet campuses of the University.
The University has a quarterly journal “Aventure” which showcases the achievements of faculty & students across the constituents. The details are as follows: • Jeevamshu (PG Science) • Pulse (Physics) • Disha (Mathematics) • Wall Magazine (Arts) • Transient (Electronics) • Atom (Basic Sciences)
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• Sparni – e magazine (Aerospace) • Samvardhinee (Sanskrit) • Reflections (English) • E – Studio (Animation) • Aabhaas (Hindi)
5.3.5 Does the university have a Student Council or any other similar body? Give details on its constitution, activities and funding.
There is no formal student council. All the students are involved in all the activities of the University either directly or indirectly. However each class has a class representative who addresses the student issues and reports to concerned authorities.
5.3.6 Give details of various academic and administrative bodies that have student representatives on them. Also provide details of their activities. The near hundred percent results in all the departments, the ranks and distinctions secured by the students prove that they are very well complying with all the academic plans of the institution. The higher pass percentage results have been built up over the past five years. This shows the direct bearing on the quality of education imparted by the university.
Institution designates a faculty to whom the students can address issues or departmental activities. The students attend all the tests and exams conducted by the university. The results of which are intimated to the parents by sms and e-mail. This helps them to fare well in the final exams. This improves the image of the university among the parents and the public and increases the interaction between parents and the university.
The student volunteers play an important role during the admission process.
The laurels achieved by the students in sports and other activities get published in the newspapers which is another bench mark in the all round qualitative education imparted. Quality of education does not limit only to academic activities but extends to other areas also.
All the cultural activities, co-curricular activities and placement activities are organized and conducted by the students themselves with the assistance and guidelines from the faculties.
The Corporate Expro, Science Expo and E-Week are very popular among the student community. The students go for internship programmes and field visits for carrying out the projects. The intelligence and the interpersonal skills exhibited by them speaks for the quality of the institution.
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During the campus recruitment, the executives from reputed companies and industries compliment the Center Head for the intellectual capabilities of the students and thank the management for catering to the industry requirements by giving add on courses as curriculum enrichment programmes.
Two student representatives from each unit are the members of the IQAC. They participate regularly and give feedback on the education process. Student feed back on faculty performance on a scale of 1 to 7 is regularly taken twice a year and the same is given to the concerned faculty. In the beginning of the new semester, the feed back on the previous semester curriculum is taken.
Students participate in the IQAC as:- • Members • Take part in deliberations • The students have their voice in curriculum • Co-curricular activities to improve quality standards • Feed back on curriculum by alumni to improve quality standards
ACADEMICS
a) The initiatives to promote best practice in the institution are: The best practices of each department consolidated in the form of booklet are circulated among all the staff members. The same is also discussed by the Center Head in the general staff meetings. Through this the staff members get clear understanding of the functional aspects, which makes it easy for them to practice.
b) The internalization is ensured through exclusive committees set up for carrying out the best practices The Academic planning committee takes care of calendar of events and strategic plans of all the departments which are brought out in the form of booklets. This gives all the information to the students and the parents and helps them to contact the concerned faculties when required.
RESEARCH:
Six Centres for research have been created to work on new areas. The research ambience is internalized through research development cell, and through publication of research articles through the university academic journal Pariprashna.
Faculty members are encouraged to further their academic qualification as well as research with monetary incentives. They are also encouraged to publish in the International /National journal of repute
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ADMINISTRATION
The class room teachings are internalized through templates submission to the Center Head every month through the HODs who monitor them every week.
Sports activities are internalized through regular conduct of various inter collegiate games and conduct of annual inter-national sports fest, at the end of the academic year.
The curricular, co-curricular, extracurricular and outreach programmes are internalized through the conduct of various cultural fests, exhibitions, seminars and guest lectures.
Sharing of departmental best practices create a healthy ambience.
Salient Features :-
• Placement cell which is very efficient in placing the students with optimum job opportunities. • State-of-the-art infrastructure facilities. • Transportation facilities for research scholars and students of management and engineering courses. • Emergency medical facilities on-campus and association with reputed hospitals. • Encouragement for co-curricular and extra-curricular and sports activities. • Scholarships, free ships and fee concessions for deserving students. • On the job training, summer internships, regular internships and earn while you learn schemes to enhance the employability and global competency of the students. • Personality development programmes for holistic development. • Educational tours, industrial / filed visits to give hands on exposure. Inclusion of students in policy making bodies like IQAC, student forums, colloquia etc. • Amicable address to student grievances. • Separate rest rooms and toilets for boys and girls. • Purified drinking water, canteen and cafeteria facilities for students in all the campuses.
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CRITERION VI : GOVERNANCE, LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
6.1 INSTITUTIONAL VISION AND LEADERSHIP
6.1.1 State the vision and the mission of the university
Vision
“Nation building through excellence in Quality Education, Research and Entrepreneurial Development.”
MISSION
• To provide quality education, creating human assets and intellectual capital. • To enhance research and development in different disciplines. • To develop a new generation entrepreneurs who will be instrumental in fuelling economic growth. • To create able leaders, managers and technocrats. • To foster an ethical environment in which both the spirit and skill will thrive based on human values.
6.1.2 Does the mission statement define the institution’s distinctive characteristics in terms of addressing the needs of the society, the students it seeks to serve, the institution’s tradition and value orientations, its vision for the future, etc.?
All the attributes mentioned in the vision and mission are reflected in different programmes of the University like academics, sports, research and extension activities. The thrust of the University is to deliver education in consonance with modern trends, efficient and innovative curriculum, scientific methodology and latest techniques. The institutions have strived to be a Center of Excellence in the Basic Sciences, Advanced Sciences Humanities, Commerce, Management, and Engineering ultimately to raise the standard of education excellence in the country with a view to prepare basic experts for the proper utilization of resources in the country. Innovation, Research and Development is a continuous process in the organization where emphasis is being laid on enhancing and developing the skills of education and exposing them to emerging development in their respective fields. The faculty members are into research and academic development activities and organize and attend workshop and seminars both at national and international levels to enrich the research programmes in the emerging areas.
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6.1.3 How is the leadership involved *in ensuring the organization’s management system development, implementation and continuous improvement?
The management system of the University has been developed along the following lines:
The Board of Management, Planning & Monitoring Board, Academic Council and Finance Committee are the decision making bodies of the University. They have the overall responsibility for the smooth and efficient functioning of the university.
The continuous improvement in academic and administrative matters is felicitated through:
• Annual Academic audit • Performance based appraisal system • Quality enhancement measures • Student feedback • Periodic revision of curricula • Introduction of innovative programmes • Suggestions put forth during council meetings *in interacting with its stakeholders?
The vision and the objectives of the University are transmitted to the stakeholders in various ways. Faculty of the University, learners in the University, parents of the learners, prospective employers and the wider society are all sensitized to these objectives.
• Learners who enter the portals of the University and their parents are exposed to these objectives and the core values of the University through informational brochures and handbooks and also through orientation programmes. • The center heads of the constituent units as a Liason officer between the management, students and staff. • The parents are free to meet them to discuss the progress or issues of their wards. Student grievances are effectively addressed. • Formal and informal meetings of the center heads with the students • Student feedback on curriculum and teaching • Alumni meetings • Periodic parents teachers meeting • Organising seminars and workshops
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*in reinforcing a culture of excellence?
• Support and encouragement for faculty qualification upgradation • Emphasis on faculty development programmes • Establishment of six research centres • Projects in emerging areas • Introduction of new programmes in emerging areas • Research collaborations/ funding from industry and R&D institutions • Thrust on sports and extramural activities • Strong focus on Entrepreneurship *in identifying organizational needs and striving to fulfill them? • Improving infrastructural requirements as per the needs • Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) • MoUs with national/ international organizations and universities 6.1.4 Were any of the top leadership positions of the university vacant for more than a year? If so, state the reasons.
No. All the vacancies are filled as and when they arise.
6.1.5 Does the university ensure that all positions in its various statutory bodies are filled and meetings conducted regularly?
Yes, The University ensures that the positions of various statutory bodies are filled. Meetings of various statutory bodies are conducted regularly.
No. of Meetings Statutory Bodies held Board of Management 2 Planning and Monitoring Board 1 2009-10 Academic Council 4 Finance Committee 2 Standing Committee 10 Board of Management 2 Planning and Monitoring Board 3 2010-11 Academic Council 2 Finance Committee 2 Standing Committee 9
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Board of Management 3 Planning and Monitoring Board 2 2011-12 Academic Council 3 Finance Committee 3 Standing Committee 9 Board of Management 3 Planning and Monitoring Board 1 2012-13 Academic Council 3 Finance Committee 3 Standing Committee 9 Board of Management 3 Planning and Monitoring Board 3 2013-14 Academic Council 3 Finance Committee 2 Standing Committee 6 Board of Management 3 Planning and Monitoring Board 2 2014-15 Academic Council 3 Finance Committee 2 Standing Committee 8
Board of Management meeting in progress
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6.1.6 Does the university promote a culture of participative management? If yes, indicate the levels of participative management.
To strengthen the bond between faculty members and the management Pro-Vice Chancellors, Deans, Directors and Associate Directors have been appointed. A Director (Academics and planning) has also been appointed for taking care of the planning and implementation of academic programmes. They co-ordinate with the Deans who in turn coordinate with the faculty members in the process of decision making. There is complete empowerment to the faculty members. Senior faculty members are included in the statutory bodies like Board of Management, Academic Council, Planning and Monitoring Board, Finance Committee, BOS etc.
• The Board of Management is the highest statutory body of the Jain University. It is invested with the power to oversee all the decisions pertaining to the establishment of departments, centres, appointment of academic and non-academic staff, financial matters, student and staff welfare and disciplinary matters on the recommendations of the respective committees. The Board of Management comprises 12 members.
• Standing Committee of the BoM is formed by a resolution by the Board of Management with powers as the Board may deem fit and for discharging any function of the institution as per the rules and regulations of the Jain University.
• The Planning and Monitoring Board is the principal planning body of the Jain University. The Board meets periodically as per the guidelines of the UGC. It is responsible for developing the strategic plans for the University and monitors the implementation of policies aimed at fulfilling the goals of the University. It also acts in advisory capacity to the Board of Management and Academic Council of the University as and when required. The Vice Chancellor is the Chairman of the Planning and Monitoring Board. The UGC has nominated Swami Atmapriyananda, Vice Chancellor of Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda University, Howrah, West Bengal.
• The Academic Council constitutes the principal academic body of the Jain University and is responsible for preserving the quality of all the academic activities undertaken by the University. Specifics include safeguarding the standards of teaching, learning, research and all the related activities. Headed by the Vice Chancellor, the Academic Council includes Pro-Vice Chancellors, Directors and Deans of Faculties, Center Heads, Professors, Associate Professors, Members of the non-teaching staff and invited external experts.
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6.1.7 Give details of the academic and administrative leadership provided by the university to its affiliated colleges and the support and encouragement given to them to become autonomous.
Not Applicable
6.1.8 Have any provisions been incorporated / introduced in the University Act and Statutes to provide for conferment of degrees by autonomous colleges?
Not Applicable
6.1.9 How does the university groom leadership at various levels? Give details.
The University allocates mentors to such faculty/staff identified for leadership positions. The mentors coach their mentees and provide them with guidance and support when they assume leadership positions. Another method used by the University is to identify the Training Needs and nominate faculty/staff identified as potential leaders for training programmes.
6.1.10 Has the university evolved a knowledge management strategy? If yes, give details.
The University ensures that both tacit and explicit knowledge is captured in the form of procedures, processes, instructions and guidelines. During the ISO certification process, efforts were made to enhance the knowledge capture, retention and dissemination methodologies. During the Research conclave, faculty are encouraged to share best practices and learning, so that knowledge gets shared.
6.1.11 How are the following values reflected the functioning of the university?
• Contributing to national development • Fostering global competencies among students • Promoting the use of technology • Inculcating a sound value system among students • Quest for excellence The academic and other activities of University is framed keeping in mind the core values of national development, fostering global competencies and inculcating a sound value system coupled with the promotion of use of technology.
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1. Contributing To National Development:-
The activities of the University and its core thrust all reflect an abiding commitment to national development. The add on courses in various disciplines aim at fulfilling this requirement. The centres started by the University are geared to be the engines of development. The University is committed for the progress of society through the pursuit of knowledge, dissemination, and application of knowledge in all the endeavors.
2. Fostering Global Competencies Among Students:-
Most of the courses offered by the University are based on sound integration of information and communication. These are effectively carried out through well-equipped computer labs of the University. The research based courses in the emerging technologies and research and consultancy based activities foster global competencies among students. CRCE (Chenraj Roychand Center for Entrepreneurship) fosters business competency and incubation aptitude among the students. The university already has a Business incubation center and has initiated a technology incubation center.
3. Promoting the use of Technology
• The University has a Center for Virtual learning and innovation which has launched the Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) which is a type of learning that is powered by digital technology. • Use of technology in teaching learning • The Wi-Fi enabled campus encourages blended learning • Funded projects with advanced technologies • Offers Programmes like Bachelor of Science with Computer Science as core subject, Bachelor of Computer Application, Master of Computer Application, Master of Information Technology. • Compulsory paper on computer fundamentals for non computer students like B.A ,B.Sc and B.Com. • Research based programmes in Aerospace Engineering and Technology and Emerging technologies promote new technologies and undertake research in various domains of engineering. 4. Inculcating a Value System among the Students
Keeping this view in mind, addressing the need to equip students with requisite knowledge and skills to strengthen their mind, a course titled “Mind Management and Human Values” has been introduced to the students of Jain University. The motive behind conducting this course is to create an individual who is, l Intellectually alert – Mind Management and Human Values
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• Morally straight – Short, Silent, Educational and theme based films • Physically strong – Outbound Learning Program • Interactive sessions are conducted to enable the students to learn life-skills and to create awareness about our national history, culture, social responsibilities and human values. • The two major components of this subject are: • Short, silent educational and theme based films and documentaries The Department of Mind Management and Human Values stems out its expertise in production of high quality thematic short silent films of high educational, social and cultural value. The main aim is to create new perspectives on important social issues. The department produce short silent films which are embellished with great values and moral takeaways. As accepted visual medium is highly effective in creating long standing impressions on the minds of our youngsters, we use this tool to make learning long lasting. • Outbound Learning program (OBL) OBL programmes are based on the philosophy that ‘Nature is the Best Teacher’. Activities like Mountaineering, Trekking, Rappelling, White water Rafting and Team building games form integral part of our training programme. To meet the challenges of life intellectual abilities need to be backed by personal qualities such as self-confidence, courage, physical and mental stamina and motivation to perform. This program is designed to develop these qualities through structured out-bound learning experiences. OBL programme also help students to Overcome fear, Create an Urge to DO, Kindle fire to Perform and Test & Enhance Self- Esteem
5. Quest for Excellence
The vision statement of the University lays thrust on nation building through quest for excellence, excellence here would mean excellence in quality of education, research and entrepreneurial development. All the activities of the universities be it curricular, co-curricular and extracurricular are devised in such a way that the university strives for excellence milestones beyond excellence. The University’s performance in pursuing excellence is reflected by the following recognitions:
• A Progressive University with a Proud Ranking »» Ranked 22nd among the top 50 Universities in India in the India Today Nielson Survey, June 2012 »» Ranked 17th among the top 50 Universities in India in the
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India Today Nielson Survey, June 2013 »» Ranked 21st among the top 45 Universities in India in the India Today Nielson Survey, June 2014 »» Ranked 20th among the Top 50 Universities in India, 5thamong the top private universities in the India Today Nielson Survey, July 2015.
• Awarded ISO 9001:2008 certification by TÜV Rheinland • Jain University has been awarded the prestigious ISO 9001:2008 certification by TÜV Rheinland. The scope of the ISO Certification includes “Design and Development of Course Curriculum, Conduct of Examinations, Management of Evaluation process, Award of Degree Certificates, Management of Programme delivery at Undergraduate, Postgraduate and M.Phil / Ph.D / other Research Programmes at constituent Schools and Research Centres as per UGC regulations” • Jain University is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) • Jain University is a member of Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP)
6.2 STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT AND DEPLOYMENT
6.2.1 Does the university have a perspective plan for development? If yes, what aspects are considered in the development of policies and strategies?
*Vision and mission
The University regularly updates its strategic plan which covers both long term and short term planning to ensure that it progresses on its well laid out multipronged vision of quality in academic programmes, research, extension activities, sports, and entrepreneurship activities. The university has formulated Vision 2020 building on the strategic plans developed in 2010 which helps in achieving sustained growth, greater resource mobilization and their effective utilization.
The strategic plan comprises the following six verticals : • To be an academic innovation driven University. • University committed to research and innovations • University driven by shared social and economic goals having an impact on the society. • University fostering Entrepreneurship • University committed to environmental sustainability. • University engaged with diverse communities.
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*Teaching and learning The University has made conscious efforts to strengthen all faculties / disciplines after conferment of Deemed-to-be-University status by introducing several PG and Doctoral programmes most of which are in innovative and emerging areas. The Board of studies of respective departments recommends detailed courses of study and curriculum for different levels for their respective disciplines. When required the Board of Studies brings to the notice of Academic Council or Standing Committee on matters connected with examinations in its subject and addresses them on any matters relating to improvement in the courses of studies therein. The Academic Council is responsible for preserving the quality of all the academic activities undertaken by the University. Specifics include safeguarding the standards of teaching, learning, research and all the related activities. These bodies plan in depth for: • Changing curriculum • Improving infrastructural facilities for quality teaching. • Strengthening curricula so as to make students globally competitive • Introduction of innovative programmes
*Research and development Research development plans are being taken care of by the Research Monitoring cell and the Research centres of the university.
*Community engagement The University’s Community Radio –RADIO ACTIVE CR 90.4 MHz, the station is a platform for different communities to converge/unite, share ideas, encourage creative expressions, raise issues (civic and social rights), promote local talent, foster local traditions, sensitize on issues of importance. Radio Active is committed to: • Ensuring access to & encouraging participation in the medium of community radio • Widening community’s involvement in broadcasting. • Promoting and popularizing Indian heritage, art & culture • Sharing skills, knowledge and insights • Networking with organizations and groups towards a common purpose • Engaging in community driven self-sustaining projects.
The NSS wing of the university is involved in various activities for community development, eco awareness, leadership – training camps, inculcation of human values, voluntary blood donation camps, Gandhi Jayanti, HIV / Aids awareness programmes, monuments preservation camp, adolescent behavior survey, mega eye camp, youth week celebrations, Sadhbhavana Sammelana etc.
The Rotaract wing of the university is also involved in community service, professional service, international service and club service. They are also
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involved in tree plantation, Independence Day celebrations, anti- tobacco drive etc. The club has also joined hands with Janaagraha an NGO and the parent rotary organization and has involved in polio vaccination camps, blood donation camps and community development programmes.
All these programmes are organized in such a way that they do not affect the academic activities of the university. They are given relaxation in attendance and concession in fees and encourage participating in large numbers.
*Human resource planning and development Faculty members are recruited in keeping with the HR policy of the University in the event of vacancies.
*Industry interaction • Strengthening career guidance and placement cell • Research Collaborations, funding and demand from industry / R&D institutions / Government Departments • Partnerships with industry • Introduced industry integrated curriculum • Arranging lectures by industrial professionals
*Internationalisation • Updating of curricula in keeping with global standards • Increasing enrolment of international students
6.2.2 Describe the university’s internal organizational structure and decision making processes and their effectiveness.
Organisation Chart
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The Vice Chancellor of the University oversees all operations of the University in consultation with the President of the Jain University Trust and is responsible for setting future goals and directions for the University. He is the principal academic and administrative officer of the University and is the Chairman of all the statutory bodies of the University. He is the key person in implementing strategic planning and vision of the university. The administrative system is effectively monitored by the Vice Chancellor of the University. The Registrar is the administrative head of the university and keeps records of all the administrative decisions of the university. The Finance officer and other office bearers are given their due responsibilities. The Academic Council is the highest statutory body with respect to academic decisions. All the units have a Center Head, who is responsible for day to day academic and administrative function of the constituent unit. The Deans and HODs of the respective departments work in consultation with each other and they are given autonomy with respect to their day to day academic activities and functional powers. There are Directors for admission, placements, corporate communications, international relations and quality initiatives, which monitor their respective areas in all the constituent units and report to the Vice Chancellor. The examination wing is taken care of by Controller and the Deputy controller of examinations. Administrative offices of each unit take care of administration of the respective units. There is a central financing system which takes care of the financial needs of each of the unit after careful scrutiny and sanction by the Vice Chancellor of the University. Pro-Vice-Chancellors are delegated other major responsibilities.
6.2.3 Does the university have a formal policy to ensure quality? How is it designed, driven, deployed and reviewed?
Yes. The institution has very effective coordination and monitoring mechanisms.
a. Internal Quality assurance Cell (IQAC): The University has a Quality Monitoring Cell chaired by the Pro Vice Chancellor. The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) works under the overall purview of the QMC. The quality assurance cell takes care of all quality measures to be implemented in the university. All the quality activities of the university are routed through the IQAC. The quality circle of the university takes care of student and staff quality initiatives b Academic Monitoring Cell (AMC): The University has an Academic Monitoring Cell is chaired by the Director, Academics & Planning. The Cell oversees all the academic programmes at the University and coordinates with the Deans and Center Heads. Every unit prepares an academic calendar in consultation with center head well in advance. Accordingly classes are planned and time table is constituted. Faculty members are expected to record their day to day work in the form of templates which comprise of lesson plan, course content, lecture delivery document and lecture summary document. These documents
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are scrutinize by the respective departments once in 15 days and made available for the center head at the end of each month. The templates serve as a document of transparency and accountability of the teaching learning process. Periodic meetings are held at the department and unit levels to ensure the progress of teaching learning. The AMC oversees the academic activities and new academic initiatives in the University. c. Research Development Cell (RDC): The Research Development Cell of the University is chaired by the Pro Vice Chancellor Research and has all the head of the Centres for Research and Dean of Faculty as members. External experts from different domains are also members of the RDC. In each faculty a Research Development Unit has been created which oversees research activities within the faculty. Approval of research projects is done by the RDC. The RDC oversees the Ph.D. and M.Phil programme of the University. d. Academic Resource Group: Takes care of the student placement, training for placement activities, internships and summer job facility for the students. They also take care of the add-on courses which enrich the main curriculum university. The group is chiefly involved in bridging the gap between the industry and the academia. e. Center wise review meetings are conducted by the Vice Chancellor to review the progress of the administrative and academic process and their respective compliances.
6.2.4 Does the university encourage its academic departments to function independently and autonomously and how does it ensure accountability?
Yes, The University encourages the departments to function independently and autonomously as per the university guidelines. The day to day functioning of the departments are monitored by the head of the department in consultation with the center heads. Accountability is ensured in syllabus completion, teaching learning process, evaluation methods, conduct of co- curricular activities and extra-curricular activities.
6.2.5 During the last four years, have there been any instances of court cases filed by and against the institute? What were the critical issues and verdicts of the courts on these issues? So far there have been no instances of court cases.
6.2.6 How does the university ensure that grievances / complaints are promptly attended to and resolved effectively? Is there a mechanism to analyse the nature of grievances for promoting better stakeholder- relationship?
The University has formal mechanism to solve the grievances at all levels.
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The Dean of the Students Welfare takes care of all the students grievances. There are faculty members who are incharge of student grievances in each of the constituent units. They solve the student grievances in consultation with the Dean (Student Welfare) and Center Heads. The same is recorded and maintained. Ragging is strictly prohibited in the campuses and there are no instances of ragging reported till date. The faculty grievances are duly addressed by the Center heads. The grievances of the other concerned stake holders are also addressed by the respective authorities. This has helped in a better stakeholder relationship.
6.2.7 Does the university have a mechanism for analyzing student feedback on institutional performance? If yes, what was the institutional response?
Yes, The IQAC of the university regularly collects the feedback from all the graduating students on the aspects related to the curriculum, teaching- learning, infrastructure, research and innovation and support services at the end of the semester. The feedbacks are analysed and necessary action undertaken wherever necessary. Analysis of student’s feedback has helped in initiating several improvement measures.
6.2.8 Does the university conduct performance audit of the various departments?
Yes, The Director (Academics and Planning) of the University conducts regular Administrative and academic audit to review the performance and functioning of the constituent units and research centres. Besides this the IQAC also conducts academic audit every year as per the ISO audit regulations.
6.2.9 What mechanisms have been evolved by the university to identify the developmental needs of its affiliated institutions?
Not Applicable
6.2.10 Does the university have a vibrant College Development Council (CDC) / Board of College and University Development (BCUD)? If yes, detail its structure, functions and achievements.
The university has a Planning and Monitoring Board as per the guidelines of the UGC. It is responsible for developing the strategic plans for the University and monitors the implementation of policies aimed at fulfilling the goals of the University.
6.3 FACULTY EMPOWERMENT STRATEGIES
6.3.1 What efforts have been made to enhance the professional development of teaching and non-teaching staff?
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The University provides welfare schemes for both the faculty and non- teaching staff.
Steps involved for Professional development of teaching staff: • Periodic Faculty development programmes • Motivation for upgradation of qualification • Financial support and leave for participation in National/ International conferences • Encouragement to take up minor and major research projects • Recognition and incentives for publications in indexed journals • Performance Based Appraisal System Steps involved for Professional development of non- teaching staff: • Computer awareness training programmes • Skill development programmes • Communicative skills
6.3.2 What is the outcome of the review of various appraisal methods used by the university? List the important decisions.
The university has a self- appraisal system for the academic staff to identify the areas of concern as per the UGC guidelines. This is entitled as ‘PBAS’ or ‘Performance Based Appraisal System’. It has been devised keeping in mind various factors like:
i. Teaching hours of the faculty. ii. Knowledge upgradation. iii. Research oriented activities. iv. Organization of development activities. v.. Attendance in seminars, workshops and conferences. vi. Paper presentations and research publications. vii. Research guidance. viii. Shouldering additional responsibilities. ix. Participating in community development.
The procedure for the review of PBAS is as follows:
a. The appraisee is expected to fill the scores in the required format. b. The appraiser (i.e. HOD) for faculty members gives his/her scores. c. Finally the Center Head scrutinizes the same and route the suggestions made by the expert committee through IQAC. d. The Pro Vice Chancellor of Quality Initiative analyses the appraisal. e. Based on the observations and the requirements faculty development
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programmes and other training programmes are arranged for the faculty members. Career progression and faculty recognition is based on these appraisal systems f. The appraisal is done twice a year i.e at the end of each semester.
6.3.3 What are the welfare schemes available for teaching and non- teaching staff? What percentage of staff have benefitted from these schemes in the last four years? Give details.
• Employees Provident Fund for all employees • Rs. 50,000 plus Rs. 100,000 accidental insurance (insurers: Reliance and Bharati) • Free school education for children of staff members of the University • Subsidized education at University level for children of staff members • Free transportation for staff members of Jain Global campus • Group medical insurance for all faculty members up to a sum of 5 lakhs and non-teaching 2 lakhs. • Encouraging faculty to pursue higher education M.Phil/ Ph.D – incentives in the form of 1 increment for M.Phil and 2 increments for Ph.D • 50% fee concession for faculty pursing M.Phil. / Ph.D. • Grant of registration fee for conferences/ workshops • Subsidized lunch for faculty and staff at the Global Campus • Housing facility for select faculty and staff in global campus (with free LPG/ phone/ internet connection. • Free internet facility/ library • Recreation for staff members Staff members were benefitted from one or the other schemes.
6.3.4 What are the measures taken by the University for attracting and retaining eminent faculty?
The University believes in recruiting and retaining highly qualified faculty. Care and caution is taken to choose the domain experts who have made an impact in their respective fields. They are given facilities to conduct research and publish papers. They are also encouraged to go as resource persons to other facilities and the financial implications there on are taken care of by the University. Quite a few eminent faculty are associated with the University.
6.3.5 Has the university conducted a gender audit during the last four years? If yes, mention a few salient findings.
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Even though no formal gender auditing is carried out, the university sensitizes the needs and welfare of the women staff and students of the university .The Women’s cell of the university organizes programmes to make the women employees and students aware of the various privileges and rights conferred on them by the government and other legal statutory bodies.
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6.3.6 Does the university conduct any gender sensitization programmes for its faculty?
Yes, the Women’s cell of the University conducts relevant programmes regularly. Year Number of programmes 2009-2010 03 2010-2011 07 2011-2012 09 2012-2013 13 2013-2014 15 2014-2015 22
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6.3.7 What is the impact of the University’s Academic Staff College Programmes in enhancing the competencies of the university faculty?
Staff training programmes are conducted by University academic staff college.
6.4 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT & RESOURCE MOBILIZATION
6.4.1 What is the institutional mechanism available to monitor the effective and efficient use of financial resources?
The institution is self financed. All courses run by the University are self financed. The University is run by Jain University Trust. The institution is self- sufficient in terms of operational budget. The University allocates a budget with respect to infrastructure and learning resources. The budget is well planned and all the finance related activities go on according to this planned budget.
6.4.2 Does the university have a mechanism for internal and external audit? Give details.
• The Finance Committee monitors the financial performance of Jain University. It oversees the flow of funds and develops a budget for the University. The audited statements of account of the University also come under its purview. The Finance Committee is headed by the Vice Chancellor and comprises four other members, out of which one is a Trust Nominee, two are the nominees of the Board of Management and one is the Member Secretary. • The accounts of the University are regularly audited. Statutory external audit is conducted by professional auditor and chartered accountants at the end of the financial year. 6.4.3 Are the institution’s accounts audited regularly? Have there been any major audit objections, if so, how were they addressed?
The accounts of the University are regularly audited. All the Financial transaction of the University is audited by the designated auditor, Mr. Sanjay Thayal. Every year both internal and external audit is carried out. To the best of knowledge there has been no major audit objection.
6.4.4 Provide the audited income and expenditure statement of academic and administrative activities of the last four years. Details in Annexure 3
6.4.5 Narrate the efforts taken by the university for resource mobilization.
The University is a self-financed organisation. The main source of the tuition fees collected from the students. Deficit is compensated by Jain University
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trust. Revenue utilization by consultancy and research project grants through sponsored projects also help in resource mobilisation.
6.4.6 Is there any provision for the university to create a corpus fund? If yes, give details. Corpus fund is created (Details attached in Annexure4)
6.5 INTERNAL QUALITY ASSURANCE SYSTEM
6.5.1 Does the university conduct an academic audit of its departments? If yes, give details
Yes. • The IQAC of the university had devised appropriate methodology to facilitate continuous quality assessment through student feedback, performance appraisal, grievance redressal system and internal audit of the constituent units. These help in assessing and improving the performance of faculty and students and to have a pragmatic view about the academic standards of the university. • Administrative and Academic Audit (AAA) is conducted every year under the guidance of Director (Academics and Planning). It helps in monitoring the attendance, results of the students as well as in improving the qualification and publications by the faculty. This audit helps to obtain information about the functioning of the constituent units as well as is an appropriate methodology to facilitate quality assessment.
6.5.2 Based on the recommendations of the academic audit, what specific measures have been taken by the university to improve teaching, learning and evaluation?
Recommendations made for improvement in teaching, learning and evaluation based on observations specific to each unit. These observations are brought to the notice of the Center Heads of the constituent units and are advised to take necessary actions. The Center heads work on the shortcomings and report to the IQAC and Director (Academic and Panning).
6.5.3 Is there a central body within the university to continuously review the teaching learning process? Give details of its structure, methodologies of operations and outcome?
The IQAC continuously reviews the teaching learning process. The teaching learning process is also monitored on day to day basis by the concerned heads of the departments. The methodology, class room performance and its relevance are recorded through student feedback. The points of weakness are discussed by Center heads. On a one to one basis with the faculty members
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the Center head discusses the ways and means of improving the teaching- learning process. The IQAC also asks the departments to submit the Calendar of events, strategic plans, budget and best practices every academic session. All these measures helps in the proper planning of the teaching-learning process.
The composition of the IQAC may be as follows:
Sl.No Category Name and designation 1. Chairperson: Dr. N. Sundararajan (Vice Chancellor) 1. Dr. Sandeep Shastri, Pro Vice Chancellor 2. Prof. N.V.H. Krishnan, Registrar 3. Dr. Jayagopal Uchil, Director (Academics & Planning) A few senior 4. Dr. N.G.R. Iyengar, Mentor, IIAEM 2. administrative officers 5. Dr. Krishna Venkatesh, Dean (Research) 6. Prof. N.S. Manjunath, Controller of Examinations 7. Mr. M.S.Santhosh, Joint Registrar 1. Dr. Easwaran Iyer 2. Dr. Mythili P Rao 3. Deans 3. Dr. Choodamani Nandagopal 4. Dr. Sudha Deshmukh 1. Dr. Shanti Iyer 2. Dr. Vasu B A 4 Directors- Center 3. Dr. Varalakshmi K N 4. Prof. Dinesh Nilkant 5. Prof. Sridhara Murthi K R 1. Dr. Muralidhar V- Associate Director (Engineering) 2. Dr Gopalkrishna K- Professor 3. Dr. Veena V Nagaraj- Professor 4. Dr. H.N. Prakurthi- Professor Three to eight Senior 5 5. Mr. Krishna Reddy B.N- Associate Faculty members Professor 6. Dr. T Padmavathi- Professor 7. Mr. Krishna Reddy B.N- Associate Professor 8. Dr. Sunil S More- Associate Professor 1. Mr. Inderchand Singhi 6. Management members 2. Mr. Shantilal 1. Mr. A.K. Vora 7. Industrialists 2. Dr. E.S. Dwarakadasa 1. Dr. G.S.D Babu 8. Eminent Academicians 2. Dr. J Gururaja 9 Student representatives Two students on rotation basis
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10. Parents Two Parents on rotation basis 11 . Dean-Student Welfare Dr. Rajani Jairam 12 Director - IQAC Dr. Asha Rajiv 1. Mr. Uday Kumar Soori 13. Non-Teaching Staff 2. Mr. Naveen S
The IQAC of the University provides guidance and support to undertake all quality initiatives. During the review period from 2009-2015 the IQAC has processed a total of 14,984 student feedback forms. The overage rating of teachers range from a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 7.
6.5.4 How has IQAC contributed to institutionalizing quality assurance strategies and processes?
The IQAC, includes senior faculty members, distinguished educationists and representatives of local management and stakeholders. It has undertaken the following activities: i) Students’ feedback of the courses and the evaluation of teachers of the University departments is done using a twelve point scale on the parameters-course content, teaching-learning process and evaluation process. ii) Self-Appraisal Report from faculty members. iii) Academic Audit of the departments. iv) Performance based appraisal of the faculty members twice in an academic session v) Document all the information and to prepare AQAR every academic session These initiatives had helped in reorienting the curricula towards skill and capacity building so as to link them with entrepreneurship development and employability
6.5.5 How many decisions of the IQAC have been placed before the statutory authorities of the University for Implementation?
All the initiatives of the IQAC are placed before the University authorities for due approval. The initiatives are mostly about the implementation of new courses, infrastructural facilities, motivating the faculty to upgrade the qualification and to increase the number of publications in reputed journals. Subject to the nature of initiative and subsequent decisions the University statutory authorities implement them.
6.5.6 Does the IQAC have external members on its committees? If so, mention any significant contribution made by such members.
The composition of IQAC has some eminent external experts. They are respectable personalities in the society and have wide experience in various
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fields. They attend IQAC strategy meetings and voice their opinions and give suggestions. They have been instrumental in giving constructive suggestions during departmental presentations.
6.5.7 Has the IQAC conducted any study on the incremental academic growth of students from disadvantaged sections of society?
One of the important focus areas of IQAC is to undertake the result analysis of every discipline after the declaration of the results of the term end examination. There has been an incremental increase in the academic performance of students from disadvantaged sections. As a result of the measures adopted for improvisation of the academic performance, it is found that there is a marked difference in the performance of the entry and exit level of the students. It is observed that these students have fared better after joining the University in their academic performance.
6.5.8 What policies are in place for the periodic review of administrative and academic departments, subject areas, research centres, etc.?
The University’s efforts towards Quality enhancement and sustenance of excellence has been through the collective wisdom and decision-making process facilitated by the Board of Management, Standing committee, Planning and Monitoring Board, Academic Council and IQAC of the University. Besides this the performance of the academic departments is reviewed annually by a team headed by the Vice Chancellor and senior principal office bearers of the University. This audit provides the departments a feedback on their strengths and weaknesses and the impetus to enhance their functioning. The IQAC with the faculty members evaluates the overall performance of the University and discuss the difficulties, short comings faced and remedial steps to be followed for the further improvement.
The University has formulated definite policies for the review of administrative and academic departments as under :
• Academic and Administrative Audit (AAA) of all the departments. • Surveillance Audit by well-known external agencies TUV Rhineland for ISO 9001 : 2008. • The IQAC conducts the performance based appraisal of all faculty members. • Review of the functioning and progress of the research centres of the University. Salient Features : -
• Well defined vision and mission. • Delegation of work for smooth functioning.
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• Well defined duties and responsibilities of all concerned. • Proactive Management and capable administrative Head. • Optimum mobilization and utilization of funds. • Audit of financial statements. • Staff promotions and welfare measures. • Good infrastructure and learning resources. • Encouragement for academic, corporate, industry and research collaborations. • Encouragement to women students and faculty. • Women Empowerment through activities and programmes in Women’s cell. • Amicable addressing of student grievances.
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7.1 ENVIRONMENT CONSCIOUSNESS
7.1.1 Does the university conduct a Green Audit of its campus?
In its endeavor to lead from the front, Jain University decided to take a positive step to understand its own environment in fact through a carbon and water foot print mapping exercise. The same was undertaken for the Engineering campus by the Center for Emerging Technology (CET). The purpose of the exercise was to measure the carbon foot print of School of Engineering and Technology and its hostel buildings, analyze its impact and identify the initiatives to help reduce this impact. The Green House Gas (GHG) protocol has been used to estimate the footprint. As stated earlier, the exercise includes University buildings and hostels based on the carbon footprint analysis, use of grid electricity, staff and student commute and paper consumption are the primary source of emissions constituting 55 %, 20 % and 10 % emission respectively. The green house gas estimation and reporting has been done in accordance with the guidelines laid down by Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) and ISO 14064.
Water footprint : Only operational water footprint has been taken into consideration while calculating water footprint.
On the basis of these findings the University proposes to carry out the same exercise in other constituent units and initiate remedial measures to achieve carbon neutrality.
7.1.2 What are the initiatives taken by the university to make the campus eco- friendly?
1. Energy Conservation:
• Use of energy efficient LEDs for lighting in the campus • Provision of master switch to all the classrooms, to enable to switch off all ACs/ lights, at the end of classwork. 2. Water Harvesting:
All the campuses have provision for rain water harvesting.
3. Urban Waste Management Program:
The waste management drive was started at the campuses of University and awareness programmes were conducted for the general public. The program is designed to sensitize and develop a whole community
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approach to waste management. It is important for the local public to comprehend and realize the complexity of the world they live and make informed decisions and participate in the process of environmental conservation.
4. Plantation of saplings:
Every campus has decorated the external ambience with green plants. This not only enhances the aesthetic look of the campuses but also helps in circulation of fresh air. Engineering campus has around 1100 trees. This has resulted in green and eco-friendly campus.
5. Check dam construction:
It is a project undertaken by the Department of Civil Engineering of Jain University. A series of these check dams are made across selected nala sections such that the flow of surface water in the stream channel is impeded and water is retained on pervious soil/ rock surface for longer period Nala-Bunds are constructed across bigger nala or second order streams in areas having gentler slopes. A nala bund acts like a mini percolation tank with water storage confined to stream course. To improve the groundwater status of the region, thematic layers such as Stream network, Slope of the region, Soil characteristics, hydro- geomorphological features of the study area are considered. To arrive at the potential groundwater recharge locations thematic data integration is carried out using overlay techniques in GIS and finally suitable recharge locations are identified. The project supported by the Government of Karnataka has been concluded in Kumudvathi Watershed.
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CONSTRUCTION OF NALA BANDS
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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 uni versity.
Innovations in Research
l Low Cost Reusable Micro Air Vehicle
As part of the NPMICAV programe of GoI funded by DST and DRDO, Center for Emerging Technology has developed a low cost MICAV for reconnaissance and surveillance using different polymer materials. The 330 mm MICAV is made from a combination of PET, PP and PC fused with Roah cell. Systems can be produced at a very low cost in batch production mode. The systems are produced through a combination of hot pressing, thermo vaccum forming and injection molding.
l Amphibian:
A prototype mini amphibian capable of being used for studying marine life as well as for underwater surveillance has been developed based on the funding received from DRDO by the Center for Emerging Technology
l Novel Additive for Lubricant
An additive namely zirconium oxychloride has been developed by Center for Emerging Technology to be mixed with base oils to act as a lubricant for surfaces in relative motion. The additive developed exhibits very less stick-slip and frictional behavior desirous of good lubricants.
l Fire research:
The Center for Disaster management designed a 2.16 m x 2.16 m Heptane pool fire studies to test performance of firefighting foams for Underwriters Laboratories as per UL 162. These tests are aimed at qualifying new foam formulations or checking the potency of aged foams in user facilities. Over 70 fire tests have been conducted in an outdoor facility. The data generated is being analyzed to understand the behavior of firefighting foams. The tests conducted at Jain University for characterization of 4 m x 4 m pool fire is considered as an achievement by BARC.
l Fire retardant materials development:
Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) is a false roof material commonly used in commercial establishments and presents a fire risk. A gypsum based coating is developed to protect existing EPS false roofs during fire incidents. The coating is subjected to liquid pool fire assault up to 300 kW in a full scale facility and is found to be effective.
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l Biomass Stoves:
Ejector action of combustion air can be utilized to obtain clean combustion in biomass stoves. Two new biomass combustion technologies based on ejector action: Improved Ejector Induced Gasification and Enhanced Hybrid Ejector Reverse Downdraft Stove (Consisting of additional air supply to grate bottom to enhance biomass gasification, EHERS stove are developed at Jain University based on ejection concept. These technologies use conditioned biomass fuel and/or pellets and have exhibited exemplary performance at power levels from 1 to 100 kg/h. Concept of utilization of food waste as a binder for production of biomass pellets is tested with success.
l Seismic Hazard Mapping:
CDM is working with NDMA, Government of India on seismic hazard mapping.
l Microbial fuel cell (MFC):
Suitable for Micro Air Vehicle application, supported by a DRDO grant, is also a presently ongoing innovative project. MFC is a renewable bioenergy source, representing a novel method for simultaneous bioelectricity generation and pollutants treatment over conventional methods. MFCs are energy sources with no net carbon dioxide emission, because the energy obtained from the oxidation of organic matter comes from the environment itself. If MFCs can be made extremely light weight, they can be used in Micro Air Vehicles as power source. Getting the required current and voltage to support the necessary pay-load in a MAV offers, however, major design challenge. A collaborative research project between CPGS and the Center for Emerging Technologies (CET) of Jain University is presently ongoing which is directed towards addressing these challenges
l Projects on Energy conservation :
Center for Nano and Material Sciences, a dedicated research center of the university has taken up projects on sustainable development to meet societal demands with respect to energy production, water treatment and health issues. Some of its innovative projects include, design and development of
v a photoactive float for disinfection of water and elimination of emerging contaminants (pharmaceuticals, personal care products and endocrine disruptive chemicals).
v a nanofiltration and reverse osmosis membrane based panels for
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complete elimination of heavy metals of serious concern such as cadmium, chromium, lead and arsenic.
v a photo switchable membrane based micro fluidic devices for detection of cancer tumor cells.
Innovation in Admission:
The software “ERP package” covers the entire spectrum of the university activity right from the time the student send in his application for joining the course till the final degree certificate is issued. The package covers the complete academic activity including the student placement activity along with the administrative activities of the University. The modules covered are: 1. Students Module. 2. Academic Module. 3. Examination Module. 4. Finance Module. 5. Hostel Management. 6. Transportation system.
1. Students Module. A student registers for the courses offered by the university. The data is accessed by the approving authorities to check the eligibility and credentials of the students. The approval is done online and an USN is allocated to the student automatically by the system which signifies the unique identification of the student throughout his carrier. All the extracurricular activities of the students gets updated as he progresses through his carrier.
2. Academic Module. This module help track the activities related to the student attendance and performances during the course of his study. The daily attendance can be marked in various ways including by way of sending an SMS to the server of the list of students absent.
3. Examination Module. This module handles all the activities involved in conducting an examination.
All the analytical information is readily available right till the performance analysis of the section subject level.
4. Finance Module. System has a provision to pay the regular fee or examination fees using online payment portals.
5. Hostel Management. This integrates the student hostel activities with their administration process.
6. Transportation System. This more for managerial performance analysis. This integrates with the 3rd party software to track all the routes and De bottleneck the bus routes and load.
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Innovation in Examination:
l The university has brought about an innovation in the conduct of practical examinations so as to do away with the conventional practical examinations. To give more thrust on the performance evaluation of each experiment conducted by the student, the university introduced Continuous Assessment in all Lab courses across the university in 2013. Marks of final lab test is also taken into consideration. This reform has seen that the students have taken the practicals more seriously.
l The software “ERP package” covers the entire spectrum of the university activity right from the time the student send in his application for joining the course till the final degree certificate is issued. Examination Module in the EPR package handles all the activities involved in conducting an examination.
l The latest reform is the use of exhaustive question bank for setting up question papers.
Innovation in Teaching Learning process:
The University has a Center for Virtual Learning and Innovation which caters to the needs of students with the help of web portal where they can access notes, digital lectures, question banks and assignments at the click of a button. Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) provides vital resources to integrate educational and information technologies into the academic environment. It enhances the mobility and flexibility of the learning process and enables greater responsiveness to the needs of a new generation of learners.
Innovative Programmes:
The University has devised 12 UG & 19 PG programmes in emerging and innovative areas including PG Diplomas in the domains of technology, basic physical and life sciences, commerce and management, liberal arts and the social sciences.
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UG Programmes
Sl. Programme Innovation no. Faculty of Engineering and Technology • Activity based learning B.Tech. (all branches) • Modules on Disaster Mitigation & Green Technology • Syllabus developed after interaction with Aeronautical Industry like HAL, NAL, ADE etc. 1 • Includes courses in Helicopter Technology and Space Technology B.Tech in Aerospace • Compulsory flight testing laboratory Engineering • Project work carried in areas relevant to aerospace industry & visit to various aerospace organizations in every semester. • Electives course on Aircraft & Systems – industry perspective is given Faculty of Sciences Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) (Course revised to offer • The curriculum is aligned towards industry-integrated International certification which helps specialization streams) the students to further qualify themselves. These certifications help a lot as their career (Specialization: advances (Eg : CCNA, Red Hat certification) 2 Data analytics • It also encompasses latest on-demand courses and Technology like Data mining, Data modelling, Data Management / warehousing, Hadoop, Pig, Hive, Mahout, Information Security Casandra, HBase, Neo4j,etc. It also teaches & Cloud Technology / about Statistical tools like R and SAS. Mobile Applications & Security) • The unique feature of the course is to get real life projects, work experience in the field and Bachelor of Interior getting practice with professionals. 3 Design (BID) • The projects referred by clients are being designed and executed to the satisfaction of the client. • Unique Pedagogy comprising web based technologies, film production projects 4 B.Sc in Animation ,internship with animation production studios in final semester • and in-house film production studio • Course provides skills in communicating 5 B.Sc. in Visual Effects ideas through visual techniques in two and three dimensional spaces of cinematic media
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Faculty of Commerce • Course focuses on specific industry verticals or professions: capital markets, company B.Com secretary, chartered accountant, cost/ (Course reorganized 6 management accountant, logistics, banking and revised to render it and finance, gems and jewellery, HR and industry-integrated) consulting through choice based “ADD ON” certificate courses B.Com. (Honours) (Specialization • Curriculum updated and bench marked to : Corporate CA/CS levels 7 Secretaryship • Course delivery support from KPMG for / Management programme on Corporate Accounting Accounting / Corporate • CA/CS coaching on campus Accounting) • The course is embedded with Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) curriculum and helps the student to be in worldwide demand for having the right B.Com. (Honours) in skills with employer as ACCA is recognized 8 International Finance globally. and Accounting • Course provides specialized skills in the field of Global Finance and Accounting with balanced advanced knowledge in Commerce which creates higher levels of specialized career opportunities. • The course is embedded with Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) curriculum and helps the student to be highly employable, equipped with a wide variety of skills which is recognized globally. B.Com. (Honours) in 9 • Course helps in understanding application Risk Management of accounting techniques in order to facilitate business decisions & promote efficient & effective use of business resources, appreciating the risks & uncertainty inherent in business & controlling those risks. Faculty of Management
Bachelor of Business • The Curriculum has been reengineered to Administration (BBA) focus on entrepreneurship and functional 10 (Course revised to areas such as investments, operations, align with functional strategic operations, event management and areas of industry) HRM
• Specialization with Focus on Financial Bachelor of Services Sector Management Studies • Specialization with Focus on International 11 (BMS) (Specializations Business : Financial Services, • International Business) Inputs in trade policies, strategic planning, public policy
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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences • Modules concentrate on Print, Television, Radio and New Media • Training in Media Software BA (Journalism and 12 • State of the art labs for audio, video and Mass Communication) computer based work • Assured placement with leading industry media houses in television, radio and print PG Programmes Faculty of Engineering and Technology • Industry relevant special streams and not a generic masters • Compulsory flight laboratory experiments & visit to aerospace industries in every semester M.Tech in Aerospace • Project work done in association with 1 Engineering (Aerospace aerospace industry in relevant fields Structures) • Specialization in the Aerospace Structure is being carried out in the second semester onwards so that the candidates are directly useful to industry. • Industry relevant special streams and not a generic masters • Compulsory flight laboratory experiments & visit to aerospace industries in every semester M.Tech in Aerospace • Project work done in association with 2 Engineering (Avionics) aerospace industry in relevant fields • Specialization in Avionics is given starting from first semester so that the candidates can be absorbed the R&D labs without internship. • Syllabus developed after discussion with R&D M.Tech in Aerospace and industry experts 3 Engineering • Visit to Aerospace industry every semester (Propulsion) • Project to be done in association with R&D labs. M.Tech in Aerospace Engineering (for Working Executives) • For working professionals with industry (Specialization : relevant specializations 4 Aerospace Structures • M.Tech. Program is more research oriented. / Aerodynamics / • Will be more useful to their organization Manufacturing & after acquiring the higher degree. Maintenance / Avionics / Aircraft Propulsion) M.Tech in Energy • 5 An industry-academia initiative Engineering • Offered with an industry partner – TUV M.Tech in Energy Rheinland Management & • Facilities of industry partner made available 6 Climate Change to students Technology • Students sponsored and absorbed by industry
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M.Tech in Building Science & Technology • A multi-disciplinary programme in association with Indian Green Building (Multidisciplinary with Council (IGBC) 7 Civil Engineering, • Platform for technology transfer Electrical & • Curriculum from emerging and innovative Electronics Engineering technology areas and Mechanical Engineering)
M.Tech. in Food Science & Technology • Under MOFPI’s innovative HRD schemes • industry oriented research project 8 (Multidisciplinary • A focus on inculcating entrepreneurship with Engineering • Curriculum developed in assistance with & Technology and CFTRI & MOFPI Sciences) Faculty of Sciences
• Course provides inputs in industry standard M.Sc. in Information 9 programming languages and operating Technology systems
• Course provides in-demand IT security management skills M.Sc. in Information across IT, banking, Financial services, 10 security management defence, police, education, railways and services judiciary sectors, deployment of NCRB NATGRID, CBDT, UIDAI and Customs’ as added urgency
• Course delivers skills for use in product 11 M.Sc. in Animation development for entertainment industry
• Course needs for skilled professionals M.Sc. in Storage and 12 in virtualisation, data center and storage cloud technology technologies with related certification
• One of the first M.Sc. Biotechnology courses in India which is in direct partnership with a leading Biotech Industry. • Course integrates strong foundations in modern biology, exposure to tools and techniques practiced in biological research M.Sc. in Industrial 13 and hands on training at the industry to Biotechnology produce industry ready talent. • A paper on entrepreneurship development in biotechnology is aimed at producing entrepreneurs who can set up their own small or medium scale biotech industry and contribute to national growth.
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Faculty of Commerce
• It is designed, to bridge the gap between the knowledge gained by the students at M.Com graduation and post-graduation level and the (Specialization: Industry’s expectations for the accounting Financial Analysis) job, be it for manufacturing, telecom, retail, 14 financial or IT companies, BPOs and KPOs. (Multidisciplinary with • This course provide the students the practical Commerce, Finance & insight, working knowledge of accounting Management) standards as required for accounting jobs in various industries. • There is demand for such a programme
Master of Management Studies (MMS) • Focus of curriculum on financial analytics (Specialization : • Course includes delivery of advanced Financial Management technical tools / International 15 • Course includes primary and secondary Business) research work • Course includes practical projects on (Multidisciplinary with international trade Commerce, Finance & Management)
Faculty of Management
• Targeted at students whose families are already in business MBA in • Incubation support, mentorship, exposure 16 Entrepreneurship to relevant industry verticals, VC/angel funding and participation in the 21-step entrepreneurial development process
M.B.A. in Aviation • Emerging multi disciplinary area of study Business Management • Project work is carried out in association 17 with industrial partners, BIAL, CIAL etc. (Multidisciplinary • Program is so structured that graduating with Engineering and students are industry ready Management)
• The MBA is supplemented with practical Post Graduate inputs in the art and science of starting a 18 Diploma in Enterprise business enterprise, mentoring, coaching, Management training and field activities
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
MA in Journalism & • Intensive industry oriented specializations 19 Mass Communication which lend themselves equally to Research
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7.3 BEST PRACTICES
7.3.1 Give details of best practices which have contributed to better academic and administrative functioning of the university.
The following are the chosen five best practices of the Jain University.
BEST PRACTICE -1
SHORT, SILENT EDUCATIONAL AND THEME BASED FILMS AND DOCUMENTARIES
Objectives of the Practice: • To develop critical thinking skills such as keen observation, non- judgmental assessment, comprehension, comparing, summarizing and interpreting • To enable students to overcome stage fear and instill the vitality of team work • To teach them the art of communication / presentation. • To enhance their ability of creative thinking. • To help students to learn how to observe, analyze, interpret and face various situations in their everyday life. • To sow the seeds of social change in the young minds. • To teach the students about initiative and leadership qualities through group activities. • To teach students how to critically analyze and present their views • To impart skills on discussion and debating issues • To develop the value of empathy • To create new perspectives on important social issues
Actual Practice • Film analysis is as a group activity • Critical viewing of short films • Analysis co-ordination and crisp presentation • Observation of characters expression and music • Intense focus thinking team spirit and creativity • Impact of the Practice: • Awareness about Indian culture and heritage. • Focused thinking, team spirit and creativity. • Enhanced observation and concentration. • Co-ordination in groups. • New perspectives on important social issues. • Long standing impressions on young minds. • Correctives to wrong attitudes and notions. • Wiping away Pseudo-modern concepts. • Ability to correct mistakes and tackle issues
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A short film titled “Why conserve natural resources?” has been selected to be aired in Doordarshan Channel on 29th August 2015 as a social responsibility initiative.
Problems Encountered • Clearance from government and governmental agencies • Time consuming process
Resources Required • Finance • Technical equipment of broadcast quality • Non-commercial artist
BEST PRACTICE – 2
RADIO ACTIVE CR 90.4 MHz
TITLE OF THE PRACTICE: Social outreach through community engagement
Objective of the practice • Engaging the community with sustained campaign • Aiming at enriching the lives of people • Involving the staff and students of the university to become a part of solutions to issues faced by the society
Actual practice • Weathering the Change- planting of saplings and distribution of CFL in villages • Aashithru- The Disability Show-challenged individuals-issues faced and provisions available for them. • Making the City Cleaner- sensitizing public and intensifying the crusade against waste management. • Solid Waste Management- collection, segregation, recycle and disposal in a safe manner. • Supporting Women Entrepreneurs- training and exhibition to market their products. • Right to Education- Awareness programmes • Universalization of Pension- briefing and bringing unorganized sectors • Training Programme for Scrap Dealers • Single Mothers Network • Animal Rights- Stray Pals- awareness of adoption and animal related issues • Community Women Broadcasters Workshop- voice of women related issues • Giving Voice to right based issues of Sexual Minorities
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• Project Axshsya- community gathering to create awareness on TB with domestic workers • Utsaha- motivate the children to participate in activities
Impact of the practice • Maintaining rich and strong tradition to reach out to the community. • Enrichment of the lives of people to varied programmes. • Interaction with large section of society. • Social networking creation of a strong platform to discusses critical issues. • Useful and impactful discussion on health waste management environment, scientific awareness, women and children issues, civic and social issues.
Problems Encountered • Sensitizing the community • Creating awareness
Resources Required • Interested Faculty & Students
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ABBREVIATIONS
ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers AUAP Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific BARC Bhabha Atomic Research Centre BoE Board of Examiners BoS Board of Studies BRNS Board of Research in Nuclear Sciences CAHC Center for Ancient History and Culture CAT Common Admission Test CDM Center for Disaster Mitigation CERSSE Center for Research in Social Sciences and Education CET Center for Emerging Technologies CFTRI Central Food Technological Research Institute CII Confederation of Indian Industry CIMA Chartered Institute of Management Accountants CNMS Center for Nano and Material Sciences CRCE Chenraj Roychand Center for Entrepreneurship CSDS Centre for the Study of Developing Societies CSIR Council of Scientific & Industrial Research DAE Department of Atomic Energy DBT Department of Biotechnology DFID Department for International Development DOS-ISRO Department of Space- Indian Space Research Organisation DRDO Defence Research & Development Organisation DST Department of Science & Technology EU-FP7 European Commission - Research: The Seventh Framework Programme FKCCI Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce & Industry GoK Government of Karnataka GRE Graduate Record Examination GTRE Gas Turbine Research Establishment HAL Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. IAS Institut Aéronautiques et Spatial ICAR Indian Council of Agricultural Research ICHR Indian Council of Historical Research ICSSR Indian Council of Social Science Research IGBC Indian Green Building Council IIA Indian Institute of Astrophysics IIAAT International Institute for Advanced Aerospace Technologies IIAEM International Institute for Aerospace Engineering and Management IIMB Indian Institute of Management, Bengaluru IISc Indian Institute of Science INAE Indian National Academy of Engineering
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INSA Indian National Science Academy IQAC Internal Quality Assurance Cell ISSAC International Students and Scholars Advisory Centre JICA Japan International Cooperation Agency KPMG Klynveld Peat Marwick Goerdeler KSCST Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology KSRTC Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation LMS Learning management system MAT Management Aptitude Test MNRE Ministry of New and Renewable Energy MOFP Ministry of Food Processing Industries MOFPI Ministry of Food Processing Industries MoU Memorandum of Understanding NAL National Aerospace Laboratories NCC National Cadet Corps NET National Eligibility Test NGO Non-Governmental organization NKN National Knowledge Network NPMICAV National Programme on Micro Air Vehicle NPTEL National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning NRB Naval Research Board NRDC National Research Development Corporation NSS National Service Scheme PGCET Post Graduate Common Entrance Test QMC Quality Monitoring Cell RDC Research Development Cell RDU Research Development Units RRI Raman Research Institute SERB Science and Engineering Research Board SIATI Society of Indian Aerospace Technologies & Industries SLET State level Eligibility Test STEP Support to Training and Employment Programme TBI Technology Business Incubator TEL Technology Enhanced Learning TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language UGC University Grants Commission UL Underwriters Laboratories UPSC Union Public Service Commission VGST Vision Group on Science and Technology VLSI Very Large Scale Integration VTU Visvesvaraya Technological University XAT Xavier Aptitude Test
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