SELF Study REPORT (SSR) FOR NAAC ACCREDITATION OF Cycle II
RAJAGIRI SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY, Rajagiri Valley, Kakkanad, Kochi 682 039 Kerala INDIA Tel: +91 484 2660999 Fax: +91 484 2426241
SUBMITTED TO NATIONAL ASSESSMENT AND ACCREDITATION COUNCIL Bangalore, India INDEX
Letter addressed to the Director, NAAC Executive Summary 1
PART B : Profile of the Affiliated / Constituent College 6
PART C : Criteria - wise Inputs 18
CRITERION I: CURRICULAR ASPECTS
1.1 Curriculum Planning and Implementation 19 1.2 Academic Flexibility 26 1.3 Curriculum Enrichment 32 1.4 Feedback System 38
CRITERION II : TEACHING – LEARNING and EVALUATION
2.1 Student Enrolment and Profile 40 2.2 Catering to Diverse Needs of Students 47 2.3 Teaching-Learning Process 52 2.4 Teacher Quality 65 2.5 Evaluation Process and Reforms 71 2.6 Student performance and Learning Outcomes 78 CRITERION III : RESEARCH, COUNSULTANCY & EXTENSION 3.1 Promotion of Research 92 3.2 Resource Mobilization for Research 108 3.3 Research Facilities 114 3.4 Research Publications and Awards 119 3.5 Consultancy 128 3.6 Extension Activities and Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) 131 3.7 Collaboration 139
CRITERION IV : INFRASTRUCTURE AND LEARNING RESOURCES
4.1 Physical Facilities 157 4.2 Library as a Learning Resource 171 4.3 IT Infrastructure 176 4.4 Maintenance of Campus Facilities 183 CRITERION V : STUDENT SUPPORT AND PROGRESSION
5.1 Student Mentoring and Support 186 5.2 Student Progression 204 5.3 Student Participation and Activities 206
Criterion VI : Governance, Leadership and Management
6.1 Institutional Vision and Leadership 218 6.2 Strategy Development and Deployment 229 6.3 Faculty Empowerment Strategies 235 6.4 Financial Management and Resource Mobilization 237 6.5 Internal Quality Assurance System (IQAS) 238
CRITERIA VII : INNOVATIONS AND BEST PRACTICES
7.1 Environment Consciousness 245 7.2 Innovations 246 7.3 Best Practices 248
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure No Figure Name Page No
2.1 Admission Process for government seats 42
2.2 Admission process for Management seats 42
2.3 Faculty Feedback Questionnaire 64
2.4 Faculty Feedback Questionnaire 71
2.5 Assessment of program outcomes 82
2.6 Assessment of program outcomes 85
6.1 Implementation of quality policy and plans 220
6.2: Internal organizational structure and decision making processes. 232
LIST OF TABLES
Table Page Table Names No No
1.2.1 List of UG Electives 28
1.2.2 List of PG Electives 29
1.4.1 New Programmes 38
2.1.1 Table showing first and the last ranks admitted to each program of the institution 44
2.1.2 Number of seats reserved under various categories per division of 120(60) seats 45
2.1.3 Admission statistics for various B.Tech programmes in the institution 46
2.1.4 Admission statistics for various M.Tech programmes in the institution 47
2.2.1 Dropout percentage for last four academic years 51
2.3.1 Number of Journals and Books available in the library 63
2.4.1 Number of faculty and their highest Qualifications 67
2.4.2 Incentives for research works published in journals with respective impact factors 69
2.6.1 Result analysis: Pass percentage 80
2.6.2 No. of University Ranks in each academic year for B.Tech course 80
2.6.3 No. of University Ranks in each academic year for M.Tech course 81
2.6.4 Programs conducted by the Placement & Training cell 84
2.6.5 Course Assessment Tools 89
2.6.6 Course Assessment Rubric 89
2.6.7 Sample for Course Outcome Feedback Analysis 90 Sample for Program Outcome Feedback Analysis using Course Outcome 2.6.8 90 Feedback 3.1.1 Faculty pursuing PhD 94
3.1.2 Criteria for Incentives for Publications 96
3.1.3 Funds Received for Internal Projects 96
3.1.4 Beneficiaries of Remuneration for Paper Publication & Registration Charges 97
3.1.5 Faculty Involved in Research Activities and Consultancy 100
3.1.6 Events Organized by the Institution 100
3.1.7 Events Organized by the Departments 103
3.1.8 Guest Lectures Organized by the Departments 103
3.1.9 Research Areas and Expertise 103
3.1.10 Number of Best Academicians Visited 106
3.2.1 Budget for Research 108
3.2.2 Interdisciplinary Student Projects 110
3.2.3 Courses Conducted Utilizing the Lab 112
3.2.4 Grants Received from Government Bodies 112
3.2.5 Fund received under MODROB scheme 113
3.3.1 Online Research Journals Subscribed 116
3.3.2 Scholarly Research Journals Subscribed 117
3.3.3 Collaborative Research Facilities Developed 118
3.4.1 Research Contributing to Product Improvement 119
3.4.2 Research Studies Benefiting the Community 119
3.4.3 Student Projects Benefiting the Community or Improving the Services 120
3.4.4 Research Inputs Contributing to Social Development 121 3.4.5 Publication per Faculty 122
3.4.6 Number of Publications Department Wise 125
3.4.7 Chapters in books 126
3.4.8 Books Published by Faculty 126
3.5.1 Consultancy Works 129
3.6.1 IQAC Committee 133
3.6.2 Activities of NSS in 2014 -15 135
3.6.3 Systems Donated by the Institution 136
3.7.1 Partnership with Industries 140
3.7.2 Eminent Scientists/Academicians as Speakers in Conferences (Last 4 years) 142
3.7.3 DAC Representatives 145
3.7.4 Industry Participation for Designing Curriculum 146
3.7.5 Visiting Faculty from Industry 146
3.7.6 Faculty Exchange 147
4.1.1 Infrastructure Facilities for Academic Activities 158
4.1.2 Administrative area 158
4.1.3 Amenities Area 159
4.1.4 Library Details 159
4.1.5 Library Books 160
4.1.6 Infra structural details of Physical Education Department 162
4.1.7 Physical Education Department facilities 163
4.1.8 Gymnasium Equipment Details 164 4.1.9 Facilities Developed 166
4.1.10 Placement Cell Facilities 170
4.2.1 Amount Spent for Library Facilities 174
4.3.1 Number of computers 177
4.3.2 Details of Hardware in CCF Lab 177
4.3.3 Details of Software in CCF Lab 177
4.3.4 Details of Hardware in Heisenberg lab 178
4.3.5 Details of Software in Heisenberg lab 178
4.3.6 Details of Hardware in Hercules lab 178
4.3.7 Details of Hardware in Quantum lab 179
4.3.8 Details of Software in Quantum lab 179
4.3.9 Details of Hardware in Bohr lab 179
4.3.10 Details of Software in Bohr lab 180
4.3.11 Details of Hardware in Klienrock lab 181
4.3.12 Amount spent on maintenance and up gradation of ICT 182
4.4.1 Amount spent on maintenance of campus facilities 183
4.4.2 UPS Details 184
5.1.1 Scholarship Details 187
5.1.2 Scholarships by the Institute 187
5.1.3 Details of Fee Reimbursement from State/ Central Government 188
5.1.4 Specific Supports/ facilities 188
5.1.5 Details of scholarship forStudents of SC/ST, OEC 189 5.1.6 Number of students who have qualified GATE Exam 190
5.1.7 List of students Entrepreneurs 191
5.1.8 Details of students who qualified Competitive Exams 194
5.1.9 Details of campus placements 195
5.1.10 Details of Alumni Office bearers 202
5.2.1 Details of percentage of students progressing to higher education or employment 204
5.2.2 Details of the programme wise pass percentage 205
5.3.1 Details ofSports facilities available in the college 206 Details of students who have participated inTechnical Fest/ Quizes- Intercollegiate 5.3.2 208 State Level Events Details of students who have participated inCultural- Intercollegiate State Level 5.3.3 209 Events Details of students who have participated inGames & Sports Intercollegiate State 5.3.4 210 Level Events 5.3.5 Details ofstudentsrepresented in International level 213
5.3.6 Details of students represented in National level 214
6.1.1 Position and Functions of management, Principal and Faculty 220
7.3.1 Table of contents for course file-Theory 254
7.3.2 Table of contents for course file-Practical 255
7.3.3 List of files for academic audit 255
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Executive Summary Rajagiri School of Engineering & Technology (RSET) was established in 2001, under the aegis of the Rajagiri Educational and Charitable Trust of the Sacred Heart Province of the Carmelites of Mary Immaculate congregation. RSET is located in the Rajagiri Valley which is set on the banks of the river Chitrapuzha, in Kakkanad. The campus lies in close proximity to the industrial belt of Kerala, the Infopark, and the proposed Smart City.
The college has a sprawling campus of 28.73 acres. The total built up area is 30,996 sq m out of which about 15638 sq m is for academic activities, 685 sq m for library, 2,341 Sq m. for administration, 12331 Sq m for other amenities.
The college offers seven disciplines of undergraduate programmes (B.Tech) in engineering, (viz. Applied Electronics & Instrumentation (AEI), Computer Science & Engineering (CSE), Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE), and Information Technology (IT), Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE), Mechanical Engineering(ME) and Civil Engineering(CE)) and six programmes in M.Tech (viz. Computer Science & Information Systems (CSIS), VLSI & Embedded Systems (VAES), Signal Processing (SP), Industrial Drives & Control (IDAC), Network Engineering (NE), Communication Engineering (COME)).
All the academic programs offered by the institution are in line with the institutional goals and objectives. The institute also conducts additional courses beyond syllabus to meet its educational objectives.
The current student strength of the institution is 2440; while there are 156 teaching and 71 non-teaching staff members on the rolls.
50% seats are filled by the Kerala state Government based on State wide common entrance tests called (KEAM) ranking on merit cum preference basis following the reservation policy of the state government including differently abled, children of Armed Personnel and Sports, NCC etc. The remaining 50% of seats are filled by the management by merit among the seekers from within the state and other States.
Teaching learning process is given utmost importance by training the faculty, preparing course files with comprehensive teaching material in digital format. The institution also conducts remedial classes, bridge courses, communication skills development programs, pre-placement training, group discussions etc., for overall development of the students. It also conducts Workshops and Guest Lectures by inviting experts from the academia and the industry to upgrade the technical skills of the students.
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The institute has a staff selection committee comprising experts from the college, for recruitment of faculty. The evaluation of teachers is done by well-established feedback system in the college. The college has well qualified, highly committed and dedicated faculty. The faculty members are encouraged to organize international conferences, seminars and workshops, undertake research and consultancy work and also publication of research papers in standard reputed professional national and international journals.
The institution has a student welfare officer who provides counseling to the students on personal and academic problems. The campus also has a medical centre which takes care of emergencies. A doctor is available for 3 days in a wek and a full time nurse is also available. An ambulance is available in the campus to take care of emergencies.
There are about 13 faculty members with Ph D qualification and around 34 faculty members are pursuing PhD. The institute encourages faculty to acquire Ph.D. in their respective subjects by giving relaxation in the workload and also extending special leaves. 100% of the faculty members are ratified by the affiliating university. A well equipped library with more than 26,000 books and about 264 journals and 7 e-journals caters to the needs of the faculty and students. In addition to this, each department is also provided with departmental library.
Industrial training is provided to the students to facilitate exposure to emerging trends in the industry, and the Industry-Institute Interaction Cell provides various avenues for bridging the gap between the academics and industry.
The college has provided staff rooms, common room facilities for girls, spacious constructed sheds for vehicle parking, mineral plant for drinking water facility, a well-furnished canteen, ATM facility, and post-office facility and on the campus health center, medical center. It has also provided hostel facility for boys and girls separately in addition to transportation facility for both students and staff.
The institution promotes extension services and has constituted an exclusive committee for Administrative and Managerial Monitoring of Sponsored research Projects(AMMSRP) involving all the departments. The departments organize national and international seminars and also depute the staff for various national, international conferences/workshops. The faculty of the college has produced more than 366 research papers published in reputed journals and conferences during the last 3 years. The institute has also received grants from AICTE, UGC, DRDO, DST, ONGC for R&D, and modernization of the laboratories.
The college has an academic track record of about 75% of overall result in all the branches of engineering at the university examinations and the students have consistently scored university ranks.
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On the extracurricular and co curricular front, the students of RSET have won various medals at inter college literary, cultural events and university level sports meets and games.
The College has a fully functional Placement and Training Cell Office. The institute has an envious placement record of more than 95%. About 10% of students are pursuing PG courses.
Placement and Training Cell offers soft-skills training, personality development program, and career development program by the Training and Placement department and english department. The students are also encouraged for their participation in various cultural events, sports, NCC, and social service camps & blood-donation camps etc., organized by the respective sections.
Placement and Training Cell hones the professional skills of the students, helps the students to identify the right opportunities and presents them for campus recruitment. RSET has continued to maintain impressive placement records right from the very first batch that appeared for placements in 2005. The total number of offers for the 2015 pass-out batch is 688.
The college has formed various committees for managing the day to day activities and the system is fully streamlined. At the department level, there are various committees to look after the academic activities and to promote research and consultancy.
The quality of the teaching faculty is improved based on the feedback reports of the students and by deputing them to attend various conferences, symposia, workshops, orientation programs, and refresher courses for updating their technical knowledge. It is also achieved by adhering to academic schedules/almanac, conducting seminars, workshops involving students and ICT facilities.
The college has best of the facilities, such as excellent infrastructure, state of art laboratories, spacious library, in addition well-qualified and highly dedicated faculty, institute of repute with high percentage of results with university ranks, good placement record, various training programs, research activities, excellent sports and games facilities.
RSET was accredited by NAAC in 2009 and also 5 of our departments are accredited by NBA for 2 years in 2014. The institution has the highest pass percentage amongst the engineering colleges under Mahatma Gandhi University with 58 ranks in ten years. RSET also occupies the second position amongst all the engineering colleges in the state as per the result analysis of the Directorate of Technical Education, Kerala State.
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SWOT ANALYSIS
STRENGTH The institution is situated in the prime locality of Kochi. The institution has sound infrastructure facilities. We have well qualified and motivated faculty. The institution is supported by a proactive management. Serene atmosphere and superb ambience of the institutions. NBA Accreditation.( 100% UG courses (eligible) are accredited by NBA) Excellent placement record of graduates across all programs Well equipped central library Smart class room equipped with state of art audio visual amenities. Prevalence of open environment, teachers counseling via structured students‟ mentorship program
WEAKNESS Presence of non enthusiastic students on the increase. Non availability of senior faculty members with PhD qualification Incommensurate content delivery methods. Inadequate long-term academic budget planning Insufficient sponsored research from industry needs and demand driven PG programmes Limited initiatives for need based planning and development of research. Inadequate collaborative research with institutes of repute. Insufficient innovations and creativity in student projects.
OPPURTUNITIES Student and faculty exchange programme with foreign universities. Organized effort in setting up Cloud computing using open stack, with a view to establish a HPC facility for collaborative research. International initiative in collection of weathering data- Speedcol. To become an autonomous institution. Availability of experts for FDPs/Seminars /Workshops.
THREAT Mushrooming growth of technical education in the vicinity, with no corresponding change in school education, leading to insufficient number of good students. Lucrative offers from industries to the graduating students, reducing drastically the availability of students for Post graduates studies.
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Part B: Profile of Affiliated College
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1. Profile of the Affiliated / Constituent College
1. Name and Address of the College:
Name : Rajagiri School of Engineering & Technology
Address : Rajagiri Valley P.O, Kochi-682039
City : Kochi Pin : 682039 State : Kerala
Website : www.rajagiritech.ac.in
2. For communication: Telephone Designation Name with STD Mobile Fax Email code Dr. A. 0484- 91 484 principal@rajagiritec Principal Unnikrish 9446416148 2427160 2426241 h.ac.in nan Vice Dr. John 0484- 91 484 johnmg@rajagitech. Principal & 9847272789 M George 2428237 2426241 ac.in Dean
3. Status of Institution:
i. Affiliated College
ii. Constituent College
4. Type of Institution
(a) By Gender: Co-education (b) By Shift: Regular
5. Is it a recognized minority institution?
Yes No
Religious If yes specify the minority status (Religious/linguistic/ any other)
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6. Source of funding
i. Government
ii. Grant-in-aid
iii. Self-financed iv. Any other
7. a) Date of establishment of the college:
Day Month Year
27 6 2001 b) University to which the college is affiliated (If it is an affiliated college) or which governs the college (If it is an constituent college)
M G University, Kottayam KTU (from 2015 onwards) c). Date of UGC recognition:
Under Section Date, Month & Year Remarks (If any) (dd-mm-yyyy)
(Enclose the Certificate of recognition u/s 2 (f) and 12 (B) of the UGC Act) d) Details of recognition /approval by statutory / regulatory bodies other than UGC
AICTE approval letters
Date of Under Academic AICTE Approval Letter Approval Section Year Letter 21 – Apr - Engineering 2015 - 16 F.No. South-West/1-2451105936/2015/EOA 2015 04 - Jun - Engineering 2014 - 15 F.No. South-West/1-2011196042/2014/EOA 2014 19 – Mar - Engineering 2013 - 14 F.No. South-West/1-1384663692/2013/EOA 2013
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10 - May - Engineering 2012 - 13 F.No. South-West/1-695255451/2012/EOA 2012 01 - Sep - Engineering 2011 - 12 F.No. South-West/1-415305508/2011/EOA 2011 F.No:South-West Region/1- 23 – Aug - Engineering 2010 - 11 1691341/2010/EOA 2010 28 – May - Engineering 2009 – 10 F.No. : 770-54-032(NDEG)/ET/2001 2009 02 – May - Engineering 2008 – 09 F.No. : 770-54-032(NDEG)/ET/2001 2008 11 – May - Engineering 2007 – 08 F.No. : 770-54-032(NDEG)/ET/2001 2007 06 – June - Engineering 2006 – 07 F.No. : 770-54-032(NDEG)/ET/2001 2006 01 – July - Engineering 2005 – 06 F.No. : 770-54-032(NDEG)/ET/2001 2005 14 – May - Engineering 2004 – 05 F.No. : 770-54-032(NDEG)/ET/2001 2004 30 – Apr - Engineering 2003 – 04 2003 05 – June - Engineering 2002 – 03 F.No. : 770-54-032(NDEG)/ET/2001 2002 27 – June - Engineering 2001 - 02 F.No. : 770-54-032(NDEG)/ET/2001 2001
8. Does the University Act provide for conferment of autonomy (as recognized by UGC), of its Affiliated Colleges?
Yes No
If yes, has the college applied for autonomy?
Yes No 9. Is the college recognized?
by UGC as College with Potential for Excellence (CPE): -No- for its performance by any other governmental agency: -No-
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10. Location of the Campus and area in acres/sq.mts:
Location Semi-Urban Campus Area in Sq m 28.73 acres Built-up area in Sq m 30,996 sq m
11. Facilities available on the campus (Tick the available facility and provide numbers or other details at appropriate places) or in case the institute has an agreement with other agencies in using any of the listed facilities provide information on the facilities covered under the agreement.
Auditorium/seminar complex with infrastructural facilities: Available Sports facilities play ground: Available swimming pool: Not Available gymnasium: Available
Hostel
Boys hostel: Available i. Number of hostels : Three ii. Number of inmates: 450 iii. Facilities (mention available facilities): Common study room in each floor, uninterrupted power supply, Internet, Filtered drinking water, Hot water. Laundry, Gymnasium, Newspaper and periodicals Girls hostel: Available i. Number of hostels: Three ii.Number of inmates: 350 iii.Facilities (mention available facilities) Internet, Filtered drinking water, Hot water, laundry, Gymnasium, Newspaper and periodicals.
Working women‟s hostel: Not Applicable i. Number of inmates ii.Facilities (mention available facilities)
Residential facilities for teaching and non-teaching staff : For RSET Bachelor faculties Cafeteria -- Available Health centre –Available
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First aid, Outpatient, Emergency care facility, Ambulance. Health centre staff –Available Qualified doctor Full time Part-time Qualified Nurse Full time Part-time
Facilities like banking, post office, book shops: Stationery shop, ATM and courier service Available Transport facilities to cater to the needs of students and staff: Available Animal house: Available Biological waste disposal: Available Generator or other facility for management/regulation of electricity and voltage : Available Solid waste management facility: Available Waste water management: Available Water harvesting: Available
12. Details of programmes offered by the institution: (Give last year‟s data) 2014-15
Sl. Progr Name of the Du Entry Medium Sanctio Number No amm Programme / rati Qualification of n of of e Course on instructi student students Level on strength admitted 1 B.Tech (AEI) 4 10+2 English 60 63 2 B.Tech (CSE) 4 10+2 English 120 126 3 B.Tech (ECE) 4 10+2 English 120 4 UG B.Tech (EEE) 4 10+2 English 60 5 B.Tech (IT) 4 10+2 English 60 65 6 B.Tech (ME) 4 10+2 English 120 7 B.Tech (CE) 4 10+2 English 60 1 M.Tech-Signal 2 B.Tech AEI, English 18 18 Processing B.Tech ECE, B.Tech EEE, B.Tech E&I 2 M.Tech- 2 B.Tech CSE, English 24 16 Computer B.Tech IT PG Science & Information System 3 M.Tech-VLSI 2 English 18 & Embedded systems 4 M.Tech- 2 English 18
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Communication Engineering 5 M.Tech- 2 24 Industrial drives & Control 6 M.Tech- 2 B.Tech CSE, English 18 Network B.Tech IT engineering
13. Does the college offer self-financed Programmes? Yes No 13 If yes, how many?
14. New programmes introduced in the college during the last five years if any?
Yes No Number 6
15. List the departments: (respond if applicable only and do not list facilities like Library, Physical Education as departments, unless they are also offering academic degree awarding programmes. Similarly, do not list the departments offering common compulsory subjects for all the programmes like English, regional languages etc.)
Particulars UG PG Research Science Nil
Arts Nil Nil Nil Commerce Nil Nil Nil B.Tech Applied Electronics M.Tech Communication & Instrumentation Engineering B.Tech Civil Engineering M.Tech Computer B.Tech Computer science & Science & Information Any Other Engineering Systems not B.Tech Electronics & M.Tech Industrial Drives covered communication engineering & Control above B.Tech Electrical & M.Tech Network Technical Electronics Engineering Engineering B.Tech Information M.Tech Signal Processing Technology M.Tech VLSI & B.Tech Mechanical Embedded System Engineering
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16. Number of Programmes offered under (Programme means a degree course like BA, BSc,MA,M.Com…)
a. annual system Nil b. semester system B.Tech-7, M.Tech-6 c. trimester system Nil
17. Number of Programmes with a. Choice Based Credit System [NO] b. Inter/Multidisciplinary Approach [AEI, IT] c. Any other (specify and provide details) [NO]
18. Does the college offer UG and/or PG programmes in Teacher Education?
Yes No
If yes, a. Year of Introduction of the programme(s)…………….(dd/mm/yyyy) and number of batches that completed the programme b. NCTE recognition details (if applicable) Notification No.: …………………………………… Date: ……………………………(dd/mm/yyyy) Validity:……………………….. c. Is the institution opting for assessment and accreditation of Teacher Education Programme separately?
Yes No
19. Does the college offer UG or PG programme in Physical Education?
Yes No If yes, a. Year of Introduction of the programme(s)…………….(dd/mm/yyyy) and number of batches that completed the programme b. NCTE recognition details (if applicable) Notification No.: …………………………………… Date: ……………………………(dd/mm/yyyy) Validity:………………………..
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c. Is the institution opting for assessment and accreditation of Physical Education Programme separately? Yes No 20. Number of teaching and non-teaching positions in the Institution Positions Teaching faculty Non- Technical Professor Associate Assistant teaching staff Professor Professor Staff *M *F *M *F *M *F *M *F *M *F Sanctioned by the UGC / University / State Government Recruited Yet to recruit Sanctioned by the Management/society or 13 1 2 2 68 69 28 4 39 2 other authorized bodies Recruited Yet to recruit
*M-Male *F-Female
21. Qualifications of the teaching staff: Associate Assistant Highest Professor qualification Professor Professor Total Male Female Male Female Male Female Permanent teachers Ph.D. 6 0 1 0 3 0 10 PG 5 1 1 2 54 64 127 M.Phil./MS 2 0 0 0 10 5 16 C UG 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 Temporary teachers Ph.D. M.Phil. PG Part-time teachers Ph.D. M.Phil. PG 1 1
22. Number of Visiting Faculty /Guest Faculty engaged with the College.
Two adjunct professors from Germany(Dr. Ing Jurgen Trost & Dr. Ing Harold Driickt). One guest faculty in Department of Basic Sciences & Humanities
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23. Furnish the number of the students admitted to the college during the last four academic years. Categories Year 1 2013-14 Year 2 2012-13 Year 3 2011-12 Year 4 2010-11
Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female SC 44 31 18 21 ST 1 1 0 1 OEC 24 19 8 6 General 945 1148 783 1061 750 1036 695 984 Others/OC
24. Details on students enrollment in the college during the current academic year: Type of students UG PG M. Phil. Ph.D. Total Students from the same state 1927 225 2152 where the college is located Students from other states of India NRI students 288 288 Foreign students Total 2215 225 2440
25. Dropout rate in UG and PG (average of the last two batches)
UG 0.62% PG 1.77%
26. Unit Cost of Education (Unit cost = total annual recurring expenditure (actual) divided by total number of students enrolled)
(a) Including the salary component 92209
(b) Excluding the salary component 42780
*values are based on the audit report of 13-14
27. Does the college offer any programme/s in distance education mode (DEP)?
Yes No
If yes,
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a) is it a registered centre for offering distance education programmes of another University
Yes No
b) Name of the University which has granted such registration.
c) Number of programmes offered
d) Programmes carry the recognition of the Distance Education Council.
Yes No
28. Provide Teacher-student ratio for each of the programme/course offered
B.Tech
(i)Applied Electronics & Engineering : 1: 15 (ii)Computer Science & Engineering : 1 : 15 (ii)Electronics & Communication Engineering : 1 : 18 (iii)Electrical & Electronics Engineering : 1: 14 (iv) Information Technology : 1 : 14 (v) Mechanical Engineering : 1 : 14 (vi) Civil Engineering : 1 : 13
M.Tech
(i)Signal Processing : 1 : 12 (ii)Computer Science & Information system : 1:13 (iii)VLSI & Embedded systems : 1:13 (iv)Communication Engineering : 1:13 (v) Industrial drives and Control : 1:11 (iv) Network Engineering : 1:14
29. Is the college applying for
Accreditation : Cycle 1 Cycle 2 Cycle 3 Cycle 4
Re-Assessment:
(Cycle 1refers to first accreditation and Cycle 2, Cycle 3 and Cycle 4 refers to re- accreditation)
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30. Date of accreditation* (applicable for Cycle 2, Cycle 3, Cycle 4 and re-assessment only) Cycle 1: 31/12/2009 Accreditation Outcome/Result: Grade B
* Kindly enclose copy of accreditation certificate(s) and peer team report(s) as an annexure.
31. Number of working days during the last academic year.
132
32. Number of teaching days during the last academic year (Teaching days means days on which lectures were engaged excluding the examination days)
119
33. Date of establishment of Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) IQAC : 07/10/2008
34. Details regarding submission of Annual Quality Assurance Reports (AQAR) to NAAC.
AQAR (i) ……………… (dd/mm/yyyy) AQAR (ii) ……………… (dd/mm/yyyy) AQAR (iii) ……………… (dd/mm/yyyy) AQAR (iv) ……………… (dd/mm/yyyy)
35. Any other relevant data (not covered above) the college would like to include. (Do not include explanatory/descriptive information) :
The following programs offered by the college have been accredited by the National Board of Accreditation, NBA New Delhi.
B.Tech-Applied Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering B.Tech-Computer Science & engineering B.Tech- Electronics & Communication Engineering B.Tech-Electrical & Electronics Engineering B.Tech- Information technology
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PART – C Criteria - wise Inputs
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CRITERION I: CURRICULAR ASPECTS
1.1 Curriculum Planning and Implementation
1.1.1 State the vision, mission and objectives of the institution, and describe how these are communicated to the students, teachers, staff and other stakeholders.
Vision
To evolve into a premier technological and research institution, moulding eminent professionals with creative minds, innovative ideas and sound practical skill, and to shape a future where technology works for the enrichment of mankind.
Mission
To impart state-of-the-art knowledge to individuals in various technological disciplines and to inculcate in them a high degree of social consciousness and human values, thereby enabling them to face the challenges of life with courage and conviction.
Objective
The institution has the broad objective of being an active agent of change by responding to the needs and challenges of the times. This is achieved basically through the process of education, training and research.
The vision, mission and values of the college are presented prominently on the college website, which is accessible to everyone including the students, faculty, staff, parents, Alumni and other stakeholders. The vision and mission of the college are also appropriately reflected in the following policy documents of the college: Academic handbook Staff policy
In addition, these are also communicated to specific target audiences as per details given below:
Admission seekers: Vision, Mission and Objective statements are printed in the 'Prospectus' for the benefit of new admission seekers and their parents.
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Students: Framed posters containing Vision, Mission and Objective statements are placed at strategic locations such as the library, conference halls, students common room. Vision, Mission and Objective statements are also included in the student handbook. These are given to the students for easy reference. Sharing of Vision & Mission is also done through inductive programme Teachers: One framed poster containing Vision and Mission statements is displayed inside the staff room. These are also included in the faculty handbook, copies of which are given to the staff for easy reference. Sharing of Vision & Mission is also done through inductive programme
Staff: Framed posters containing Vision, Mission and Objective statements are displayed inside the Principals room. One Vision Mission and Objective statement is also displayed at prominent and strategic location at the entrance of the college.
Other stakeholders : The opening pages of the college website shows the vision mission and objectives statements
1.1.2 How does the institution develop and deploy action plans for effective implementation of the curriculum? Give details of the process and substantiate through specific example(s).
The institution meticulously develops action plans for effective implementation of the curriculum. Teachers are encouraged to impart the curriculum through innovative teaching methods such as presentations, assignments, discussions, workshops, seminars, industrial visits apart from the regular/traditional chalk and talk methods.
The detailed process is as given below:
Curriculum and academic calendar are prescribed by the University. Each student is provided with a copy of the curriculum. Students are also provided with the academic calendar and the same is followed with some required changes to cater to the local situations if needed.
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Allocation of the subjects to the faculty is done taking into consideration, the faculty qualifications, subjects‟ specialization, experience and their willingness. Teaching plans are prepared by individual teachers for the subjects they are handling, including the labs within the ambit of the academic schedule. The academic schedule is strictly followed as per the almanac. Detailed course files are prepared by the faculty which includes comprehensive class notes, teaching material and PPT slides. The progress of syllabus coverage is monitored periodically at various levels. Class attendance registers are scrutinized by the HOD and the Principal. In addition to the curriculum, students are educated about the latest developments in their respective fields by arranging for guest lectures by industry experts, industrial and field visits etc., Periodical feedback is obtained from the students on aspects of teaching-learning. Regular Class Committee meetings are held by the Head of the Department to review the teaching learning process, academic progress of the students, grievances if any, and suitable remedial measures are taken as and when necessary. Standard evaluation methods are followed by all the staff members of all the departments uniformly while allowing individual innovations. Evaluation schedules are prepared by the Academic and Examination Cell of the college keeping in view the almanac of the University for Different Courses.
The institution has an Internal Quality Assurance Cell that ensures regular audit of Attendance Registers, Internal Examination Question papers and answer sheets and all other files at the end of each semester.
1.1.3 What type of support (procedural and practical) do the teachers receive (from the University and/or institution) for effectively translating the curriculum and improving teaching practices?
The institution follows the curriculum prescribed by the affiliating university, M G University. The curriculum is well transacted to the students after serious preparation as well as critical thought by the teachers concerned. Being an affiliated institution, we are always updated with the latest norms and guidelines laid down by the affiliating university. The institution encourages the faculty to keep themselves updated by enrolling for refresher courses, orientation programs and workshops to keep the knowledge and teaching aptitude of the teachers updated. The faculty members of the college are also encouraged to come up with suggestions, remedies etc., to improve the curriculum and teaching – learning methods during the meetings of the College Academic Council.
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The College also encourages the teachers to participate in the Orientation/Refresher Courses/ Workshops/ Seminars organized by the affiliating university to update the knowledge and to improve the teaching practices. The college provides ample books and other teaching and reference material like journals, magazines, teaching models and software to enable its teachers to ensure effective delivery of curriculum. The Institution supports the process of enhancing the ability of the teachers to effectively translate the curriculum in the following manner.
The faculty members are encouraged to attend National and International symposia and conferences and present their research findings. The faculty members are encouraged to attend Staff Development Programs arranged by the UGC Academic Staff College. The faculty is encouraged to apply for projects for research grants to different funding agencies such as AICTE, DST, UGC etc., which help to enhance professional competence and increase promotional avenues to the staff. Supporting the growth of programmes, particularly at postgraduate level, that focus on identified areas of academic strength, and which will include provision for employer-led, work-based learning and continuing professional development. In order to cater to needs of the research activities by different departments the management has established R&D groups in all departments The faculty is also encouraged to publish their research findings in National and International journals and the publication. Research facilitation package is given to the faculty members which helps the faculty members to complete the PhD programs. All the faculty members of various departments are encouraged to participate in National/International Conferences, Seminars, Training Programs, and also to organize National/International Conferences. Note: Research papers and publications are shown in individual departmental profiles.
1.1.4 Specify the initiatives taken up or contribution made by the institution for effective curriculum delivery and transaction on the Curriculum provided by the affiliating University or other statutory agency. The institution is taking special efforts for the professional development of its faculty to facilitate effective curriculum delivery.
Detailed course schedules and course material are prepared by the faculty for the subject allotted to them. Modern teaching aids are provided to the faculty. All the class rooms are provided with LCD projectors.
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Institution has exclusive air conditioned seminar halls for guest lectures. Lesson plans are prepared by the faculty. Appropriate numbers of hours are allocated for tutorial work. The attendance registers are scrutinized weekly by the Head of the department and monthly by the Principal to ensure the consistent attendance in the class. Coverage of topics as per syllabus and teaching schedules are continuously monitored online by the Head of the department and the Principal. Regular Class Committee meetings are held by the Head of the Department to review the teaching learning process, academic progress of the students, grievances if any, and suitable remedial measures are taken as and when necessary. Faculty is encouraged to pursue Ph D programs and also to take up the research work individually or in collaboration for improving their professional skills. The faculty is encouraged to apply for projects for research grants to different funding agencies such as AICTE, DST, UGC etc., which help to enhance professional competence and increase promotional avenues to the staff. The faculty is regularly encouraged to attend National and International symposia and conferences and present their research findings. The faculty also is encouraged to publish their research findings in national and International journals. All the faculty members of various departments are encouraged to participate in national/international conferences, seminars, training programs, and also to organize national/international conferences. This is evident from the number of research papers and publications published by the faculty of various departments.
1.1.5 How does the institution network and interact with beneficiaries such as industry, research bodies and the university in effective operationalisation of the curriculum?
Industry: The institution has a strong bonding and network with various industries for effective implementation of the curriculum. In order to bridge the gap between the academia and the industry and to give the students the real practical picture that exists in the outside world, regular industrial visits are arranged which give the students a clear idea of the industrial practices, latest developments, practical knowledge etc, Experts from the industries are also invited to deliver guest lectures on topics in the curriculum as well as outside the curriculum. Experts from industry are included in the Department Advisory Board for expert advices on the curriculum.
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Research Bodies: To keep the research temper alive in the campus, researchers and scholars from various fields are invited to the college to motivate the students to take up research projects in their further studies. The faculty members of the college are also motivated to take up research projects sponsored by governmental funding agencies. All the faculty members being a member of the professional bodies like IEEE, ACM, IETE, CSI, ISTE attend the conferences which in turn helps them in effective operationalization of curriculum.
University: The faculty members of the college regularly keep in touch with their counter parts at the affiliating university and keep themselves updated with the latest information regarding their respective subjects.
1.1.6 What are the contributions of the institution and/or its staff members to the development of the curriculum by the University?(number of staff members/departments represented on the College Academic Council, student feedback, teacher feedback, stakeholder feedback provided, specific suggestions etc.
The curriculum design and development process is carried out by the affiliating university based on the needs of the society. A few faculty members are actively involved in the development of the curriculum. The college collects the feedback during the formal and informal meetings with the stakeholders, viz., students, parents, faculty, recruiters etc. The suggestions proposed are analyzed and the recommendations are communicated to the affiliating University on regular basis for implementation in the curriculums.
1.1.7 Does the institution develop curriculum for any of the courses offered (other than those under the purview of the affiliating university)by it? If „yes‟, give details on the process (‟Needs Assessment‟, design, development and planning) and the courses for which the curriculum has been developed.
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1.1.8 How does institution anlayse/ensure that the stated objectives of curriculum are achieved in the course of implementation?
The first step to curriculum design and development is the articulation of programme objective which leads to the evolution of a Programme Structure that includes all the courses to be taught in the programme.
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Objectives and course outcomes of each course unit define the depth and breadth of each course, which leads us to decide what the course contents should be and the pedagogy to be adopted. The internal assessment and evaluation methodology is decided keeping in mind the parameters to be measured and the desired emphasis during the delivery of a programme.
The curricular design and model adopted for the various engineering courses as prescribed by the affiliating university includes foundation courses, core courses, and electives covering the different knowledge segments, including Sciences, Humanities, Cultural Education, etc. This model has evolved after perusing the curricula of reputed institutions in India and abroad. In each programme structure, the importance of each course unit is defined in terms of credit units attached to it. The credit units attached to each course are defined by the affiliating university, students are also required to work in terms of library, self-study, work on project and term paper etc. which is ensured by the faculty by giving appropriate assignments and by following appropriate evaluation scheme.
All the academic programs although developed by the university are in line and tune with the regional and national goals. In the curricula development process, the staff of the affiliated colleges are closely associated and play a prominent role. To identify the gaps with the requirements of both industry and society, technical experts drawn from industry and society are included in the Advisory committee of each department. Advisory committee gives suggestions on the courses which need to be added to bridge the gap.
Further, the students of the college are encouraged to participate in various programs like clean & green and plantation programs, blood donation programmes, AIDS awareness programmes organized by the students. In order to have value orientation and to increase the career opportunities the students are trained in pre-placement training and soft skill programs. The computer based courses have all the technical exposure to ICT within the curriculum, while students admitted in other courses have C programming included as a part of their lab work. It may be stated here that the students of RSET are groomed to stand in the competitive global market in their respective fields and this is evident from the track record of their placements in several MNCs at home and abroad.
Regular feedback of all the stake holders such as the employers, alumni, parents, students reports are taken into consideration to assess the extent to which the Programme Objectives are met. The important bodies of the institute such as governing body, IQAC and academic committees take necessary corrective actions.
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1.2 Academic Flexibility
1.2.1 Specifying the goals and objectives give details of the certificate/diploma/ skill development courses etc., offered by the institution.
The Goals set by the Institution are:
Long term goals
To go for the Deemed University status. Establishing centre of excellence for all departments as per their relevant research areas. To strengthen Industry – Institute interaction by undertaking industry oriented projects by students and faculty members To be among top ten leading institutes in India and abroad and be recognized as the best institute in terms of research and innovation. To create more number of entrepreneurs To introduce industry relevant programmes in association with leading industries and corporates.
Short term goals
To become an autonomous institution Motivate faculty and students to participate in Seminar/Conference/Workshop and further share their knowledge, experience with faculty and students To motivate faculty and students to present/publish/Research paper in reputed national & international journals. Encouraging faculty members for Ph.D. programs. Crafting a research center to facilitate the faculty members to pursue their higher studies leading to the doctoral degrees. To start research programme that is funded by national &international research bodies. Motivate faculty and students to design and fabricate and implement viable functional projects for the benefit of institution and country. Improve the eligibility of the students regarding placement To improve the performance of the students in University examination
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To have consultancy and collaborative programs with other institute and industries To upgrade the qualification of all the faulty members To enhance the participation of students and staff members in National and International seminars and conferences To motivate the faculty to remain exposed to the Industrial processes & activities. To go for the energy auditing of the whole campus. To conduct programmes for students to acquire soft and hard skills and inculcate leadership qualities, research orientation and technical skills. To conduct continuing education programs and workshops/ conferences for knowledge sharing with outside world. To improve academic performance of students using innovative and creative methods of teaching. To increase industry institution interaction. To conduct international conference in once in every year. To encourage students to improve entrepreneurship development skills. Strengthen the institute through network of alumni. Enhancing academic performance of the students. Improving students‟ performance in campus recruitments. Improving the number of students taking up competitive examinations like GATE, GRE, TOEFL etc. Continuously improving the academic standards and Teaching - Learning methodology. Supporting the faculty in improving their qualification and pursue research in their area of interest. To have more collaboration with leading industries and provide consultancy. To modernize present laboratories. To convert the institute EDC cell into one of the most professional EDC cells at the national level in next two years.
1.2.2 Does the institution offer programmes that facilitate twinning /dual degree? If „yes‟, give details.
NO
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1.2.3 Give details on the various institutional provisions with reference to academic flexibility and how it has been helpful to students in terms of skills development, academic mobility, progression to higher studies and improved potential for employability. Issues may cover the following and beyond:
Range of Core / Elective options offered by the University and those opted by the college Choice Based Credit System and range of subject options Courses offered in modular form Credit transfer and accumulation facility Lateral and vertical mobility within and across programmes and courses Enrichment courses
a. Core options: Under the Four Year Degree Programme, a student can specialize in any one of the following fields: Applied Electronics and Instrumentation, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical & Electronics and Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Mechanical, Civil Engineering and Information Technology
b. Elective options: The Elective options available to students enrolled in the four Year degree Programme are as follows:
All the students have the choice of selecting their own elective Subjects from the list of subjects offered by the affiliating University.
List of UG Electives
Sl. Name of the Semester Number of Total No Department Electives 1 AEI-SP 6 EI – 6 24 7 EII – 6 EIII – 6 8 EIV - 6 2 CSE-CSIS 6 EI – 6 24 7 EII – 6 EIII – 6 8 EIV – 6 3 ECE-VLSI & 6 EI – 6 24 ES 7 EII – 6 EIII – 6 8 EIV – 6
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4 ECE- CE 6 EI – 6 24 7 EII – 6 EIII – 6 8 EIV – 6 5 EEE-IDAC 6 EI – 6 24 7 EII – 6 EIII – 6 8 EIV – 6 6 CE 6 EI – 6 24 7 EII – 6 EIII – 6 8 EIV – 6 7 ME 6 EI – 6 24 7 EII – 6 EIII – 6 8 EIV – 6 Table 1.2.1 : List of UG Electives
List of PG Electives
Sl. Name of the Number of Total Semester No Department Electives EI - 4 12 1 EII - 4 1 AEI-SP EIII - 4 2 EIV - 4 EI - 4 12 1 EII - 4 2 CSE-CSIS EIII - 4 2 EIV - 4 EI - 4 12 1 ECE-VLSI & EII - 4 3 ES EIII - 4 2 EIV - 4 EI - 4 12 1 EII - 4 4 ECE- CE EIII - 4 2 EIV - 4 EI - 4 12 1 EII - 4 5 EEE-IDAC EIII - 4 2 EIV - 4 Table 1.2.2 : List of PG Electives
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In addition to the elective subjects, the students also do project work during the sixth and eighth semester that provides an opportunity for them to prove their technical skills.
Choice Based Credit System and range of subject options: No Courses offered in modular form: No Credit transfer and accumulation facility: No Lateral and vertical mobility within and across programmes and courses: No
Enrichment courses
c) Add on courses:
The College offers Bridge courses to students from non computer background Personality Development Programmes Communication Skill Development Programmes Specialized Soft Skill Training to students in Aptitude and Attitude to enable them to perform well on the campus recruitments. Language Lab Sessions for improving communication
The feedback from the students for the add-on courses is very much encouraging.
d) Interdisciplinary courses:
All the undergraduate courses are inter-disciplinary courses. While Physics, Chemistry, English, Mathematics and IT Courses are common to all the courses offered, depending on the combinations of courses, some courses in Engineering Drawing, Workshop, Electronics, Thermodynamics and Heat transfer are inbuilt in the syllabus and are being handled by different departments in the college.
e) Flexibility to pursue the programme with reference to the time frame
Duration of the Programmes
As per the affiliating University norms: UG Course - duration 4 years PG Course - duration 2 years
The norms of the affiliating University are as follows:
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The course for the B.Tech degree shall extend over a period of four academic years comprising eight semesters. The course leading to the degree of master of technology will span over a period of four semesters (two years).
Ideally every student is expected to attend all classes and secure 100% attendance. However in order to give provision for certain unavoidable reasons such as medical, participation in sports etc, the student is expected to attend at least 75% of overall attendance taking into account the total number of periods in a semester within total no of working days in all courses put together attended by the candidate as against the total number of periods in all courses offered during the semester.
1.2.4 Does the institution offer self-financed programmes? If „yes‟, list them and indicate how they differ from other programmes, with reference to admission, curriculum, fee structure, teacher qualification, salary etc.
YES All the Programmes are self-financed programmes.
RSET offers the following undergraduate and post graduate courses. B.Tech Applied Electronics & Instrumentation (AEI) B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) B.Tech Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE) B.Tech Information Technology (IT) B.Tech Mechanical Engineering(ME) B.Tech Civil Engineering(CE) M.Tech Computer Science & Information Systems (CSIS) M.Tech VLSI & Embedded Systems (VAES) M.Tech Signal Processing (SP) M.Tech Industrial Drives & Control (IDAC) M.Tech Network Engineering (NE) M.Tech Communication Engineering (COME)
1.2.5 Does the college provide additional skill oriented programmes, relevant to regional and global employment markets? If „yes‟ provide details of such programme and the beneficiaries.
Yes. The institution offers skill oriented programmes relevant to regional and global employment markets as follows. Specific programs are organized in the departments,
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besides adding additional contents to some of the individual subjects to enhance the skills of the students
Soft skill development programs Quantitative, Logical and Analytical skill development program Computer based skill development programs. Value added courses in core areas Workshops Seminars Conferences Expert lectures Extension lectures Industrial training and Industrial tours Industry oriented projects.
These programmes ensure that the students are adequately skilled and more employable. While designing these additional programmes it is ensured that they suit the global employment market demands as well as the local demands.
1.2.6 Does the University provide for the flexibility of combining the conventional face-to- face and Distance Mode of Education for students to choose the courses/combination of their choice” If „yes‟, how does the institution take advantage of such provision for the benefit of students?
NO
1.3 Curriculum Enrichment
1.3.1 Describe the efforts made by the institution to supplement the University‟s Curriculum to ensure that the academic programmes and Institution‟s goals and objectives are integrated?
In line with the institution goals and objectives of providing a comprehensive education to diverse sections of society in engineering, RSET offers the following undergraduate and post graduate courses.
B.Tech Applied Electronics & Instrumentation (AEI) B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)
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B.Tech Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE) B.Tech Information Technology (IT) B.Tech Mechanical Engineering(ME) B.Tech Civil Engineering(CE) M.Tech Computer Science & Information Systems (CSIS) M.Tech VLSI & Embedded Systems (VAES) M.Tech Signal Processing (SP) M.Tech Industrial Drives & Control (IDAC) M.Tech Network Engineering (NE) M.Tech Communication Engineering (COME)
The institute supplements the universities curriculum by conducting following academic programmes to achieve institutions goals and objectives
(a) Conduct of value added courses (b) Conduct of workshops and seminars (c) Coverage of topics beyond syllabus in theory subjects (d) Conduct of experiments beyond syllabus in practical subjects. (e) Conduct of long term training in soft skills (f) Conduct of long term training in logic and Analytical skills (g) Conduct of training in computer based subjects (h) Conduct of expert lectures
All the academic programmes of the RSET follow the curricula prescribed by its affiliating university. Adopting the curricula, RSET strives to develop its students into:
Independent thinking individuals Lifelong learners Contributing members of the society
Self-Development The College creates an environment for student participation in co- curricular activities like debates, quizzes, seminars, workshops etc which inculcate confidence, self- discipline Sportsman spirit Management skills Quick response to any problem Problem solving capacity
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Team spirit Social abilities Overcome stage fear Boost leadership qualities
The students are also facilitated with an on-campus coaching in personality development, aptitude and communication skills. The Training and Placement Cell of RSET caters to the needs of the students from the first year onwards. It provides the necessary training, in developing the soft skills, so as to equip them to excel in the job market and face the interview committee with confidence. Also, campus interviews are conducted, on regular basis by well known industries.
Community & National Development: RSET conducts conferences, workshops and seminars to enhance the development of working skills in the field of engineering and technology in the national scenario. Through its efforts in imparting a holistic education, RSET prepares students to contribute to their community and the national development. As mentioned earlier this is done along with imparting knowledge and academic excellence, by providing opportunity to the students to participate in co-curricular and extra- curricular activities, such as: Blood donation Camps AIDS awareness programs Welfare programs for the students of the nearby Schools Donations to the Blind Cultural Activities Bharatham Techkshethra Abhiyanthriki Voice Hunt Ranabhoomi
Value Orientation Through its initiatives in gender equality, community service and environmental care, the college seeks to give value orientation to its curriculum by teaching beyond the syllabus.
ICT Introduction The college has well-equipped state-of-the-art computer laboratories to encourage its students to pick up ICT skills.
1.3.2 What are the efforts made by the institution to enrich and organize the curriculum to enhance the experiences of the students so as to cope with the needs of the dynamic employment market?
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As mentioned earlier, the college strictly adheres to the syllabus designed by parent university but while delivering this syllabus content to the students, our faculty enrich it with their own expertise and experience so that the students also gain employable qualities that enable them get jobs in this highly competitive world. The training and placement cell of the college regularly interacts with the HR managers of companies and collects first hand information about the demands and expectations of the corporate sector regarding skill set of students. These demands of the companies are then communicated to the feedback committee which in turn formulates add on courses and extra classes which are then conducted to make up the deficiencies in the students to make them employable. The task of framing of curriculum of the college, as stated earlier, is in the hands of its parent affiliating university i.e. M.G.University, Kottayam, Kerala. The institution can only enrich and organize the curriculum by supplementing it with courses like
Conduct of value added courses Conduct of workshops and seminars Coverage of topics beyond syllabus in theory subjects Conduct of experiments beyond syllabus in practical subjects. Conduct of long term training in soft skills Conduct of long term training in logic and Analytical skills Conduct of training in computer based subjects Conduct of guest lectures
The institution has taken measures to cater to the global market needs based on the true assessment of strengths and services offered in the campus. To develop the required skills, brainstorming sessions are held for the faculty to design the tools in the areas of Spoken English, use of computers and providing in-depth knowledge in the respective subjects. Under the guidance of various committees, special training and tailor made orientations are conducted to enable the students to achieve the global standards. The institution is completely computerized at the administration and academic levels. Computer labs are well equipped with latest computers. Internet facility is made available at the library. Computers, LCD Projectors have been used for effective communication and teaching. The affiliating University modifies the curriculum once in five years taking into account of industry needs and technological developments.
1.3.3 Enumerate the efforts made by the institution to integrate the cross cutting issues such as Gender, Climate Change, Environmental Education, Human Rights, ICT etc., into the curriculum?
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ICT Information and Communication Technology is an integral part of the undergraduate curriculum prescribed by the affiliating University and is being adopted by the Institution. The College offers specialized Computer Literacy programs for the students, who are lacking in computer literacy throughout the academic session, in an attempt at enabling students to acquire basic computer skills and use ICT tools to access learning resources. The College has sought to integrate ICT into curriculum delivery by initiating the process of creating an asynchronous learning network to support learning interactions outside the classroom and to encourage them to pick up ICT-skills.
Provision for laptops to faculty members, internet, smart classrooms with LCD projectors for ICT application in teaching-learning, computerization of library, academic monitoring, evaluation works etc is available in the institution .
The syllabus is revised for the students to compete in global employment markets. Special courses are offered to students, as a part of syllabus, to enhance their managerial abilities and communication skills. In addition to the IT related courses, special courses are being offered to students to make them equipped for placements. The success of meeting the global employment requisite, by the students of RSET, is clearly reflected in the number of students getting employed in the multinational companies, in particular the soft ware industry. More than 38 MNCs have recruited students in their respective companies over the years. More than 90% of the outgoing students are placed in campus recruitments. The number of RSET students placed in different organizations is growing every year.
1.3.4 What are the various value-added courses/enrichment programmes offered to ensure holistic development of students? . moral and ethical values . employable and life skills . better career options . community orientation
Enrichment courses / Add on courses:
The College offers . Bridge courses to fill the gap . Personality Development Programmes . Communication Skill Development Programmes . Specialized Soft Skill Training to students in Aptitude and Attitude to enable them to perform well on the campus recruitments.
The feedback from the students for the add-on courses is very much encouraging. The value added courses include subjects on
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Employable and life skills
Training Program on soft skills Training program on Logic and Analytic skills Personality Development Programs
Better career options
Skill development programs and Revision courses in Core subjects
Community orientation
Blood donation programs, Tree plantation Community Service
1.3.5 Citing a few examples enumerate on the extent of use of the feedback from stakeholders in enriching the curriculum?
Oral responses are considered to collect responses on curriculum from the stakeholders. Special formats are used for alumni and parents to register their views during meetings. The head of the department is responsible for collecting feedback from the different stake holders through periodic meetings pertaining to the department. The department analyses the reports and initiates interventions. The Head of the departments collect the exit level feedback from the graduates regarding learning processes after the end of academic session every year. The inputs are obtained from the stake holders regularly and further used to improvise the overall competency of the students for employability.
1.3.6 How does the institution monitor and evaluate the quality of its enrichment programmes?
The enrichment programs conducted by the institution are evaluated on the basis of students results, placements and students performance in the competitive examinations, feedback from the stake holders. All these aspects are examined from time to time to modify the programs.
The Institution makes sure that the programmes offered in the curriculum and outside the curriculum include contribution to national development, fostering global competencies among students, inculcating a value system among students, promoting the use of technology and quest for excellence. The College‟s efforts to ensure that the curriculum bears a thrust on these core values include the initiative for Contribution to national development. The college uses education as the tool for empowering women and through
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the transaction of the curriculum it has adopted, it seeks to address the all round development of the students enrolled in the various academic programs if offers.
1.4 Feedback System
1.4.1 What are the contributions of the institution in the design and development of the curriculum prepared by the University?
The institution is an affiliated college to the MG University and therefore there is no scope for framing institution‟s curriculum on its own. However, a systematic mechanism is installed in the institution to look after the affairs of the feedback process. The university expert teams visit the college a couple of times in a year for the purpose of extension of affiliation and affiliation of new courses.
1.4.2 Is there a formal mechanism to obtain feedback from students and stakeholders on Curriculum? If „yes‟, how is it communicated to the University and made use internally for curriculum enrichment and introducing changes/new programmes?
NO
1.4.3 How many new programmes/courses were introduced by the institution during the last four years? What was the rationale for introducing new courses/programmes?) Any other relevant information regarding curricular aspects which the college would like to include.
Sl. No Academic year Program Introduced 1 2013-14 B.Tech in Civil Engineering 2 2011-12 B.Tech in Mechanical engineering 3 2011-12 M.Tech in Network Engineering 4 2010-11 M.Tech in Industrial Drives and Control 5 2010-11 M.Tech in Signal Processing Table 1.4.1 : New Programmes Any other relevant information regarding curricular aspects which the college would like to include. Best Practices in Curriculum Aspects
Use of feedback on academic program and teaching from various stake holders. Use of ICT in delivering and learning process. Mandatory presence of external examiners for UG/PG practical examinations to ensure quality. Emphasis on enhancing computer and internet facility.
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Faculty members participate in workshops, seminars, conferences, symposia by participating at National and International levels organized by RSET and other institutions. The faculty members enhance their ability and knowledge by attending orientation programmes and FDPs. Publication of articles in magazines and journals, authoring and co-authoring of books and course material are the various ways in which the curricular quality is sustained and enhanced. The faculty members upgrade their qualifications through QIPs and thereby strive for quality enhancement of curriculum. In addition to curriculum, recent advancements and innovations are brought to the notice of students and faculty members through seminars, assignments and guest lectures Educational Tours and Industrial visits undertaken by various departments are a part of academic culture of the institution. The College has set up a Feedback Evaluation Unit for proper and timely analysis of feedback, including feedback on curriculum, so that the information can be used to advice and implement in curricular modifications by the university. The college has Course handout for the various courses of studies. This is expected to achieve greater integration of instruction and make lesson plan more meaningful and timely completion. Maintaining professional work ethics, inculcating human values. Introduction of computer lab, Language lab. Introduction of Job oriented training. Subscription to e-journals. Seminars, workshops, refresher and orientation courses are conducted and attended by the faculty. Extension/Guest lectures are arranged for the students in various disciplines by inviting eminent personalities. Assignments, project work, group discussions, oral presentations form a part of the curriculum. Awareness programmes for students and staff organized by the institution. The Placement Cell organizes campus interviews for UG and PG students by inviting a number of companies from the corporate sector. Faculty development programmes for the staff. Remedial classes/ tutorial classes conducted for improving the performance of academically weaker students.
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Computer and Internet access, on-line teacher training and orientation for faculty members.
CRITERION II TEACHING – LEARNING and EVALUATION
2.1 Student Enrolment and Profile
2.1.1 How does the college ensure publicity and transparency in the admission process?
The college ensures publicity and transparency in admission process by following means:
a. Through common prospectus published by the Kerala Catholic Engineering Colleges Association. b. Institutional Website. c. Advertisement in Regional/ National Newspapers. d. Electronic media. e. Institute Industry Interaction f. School Visits - Technical events conducted at different schools all over Kerala
The Admission process is controlled by the Kerala State Government by a well-tested regulation for various courses for 50% of the seats and 35% is made by the Institute under management quota on merit basis and the remaining 15% is reserved for NRI quota.
The admission of students to different B.Tech programmes under the management quota is made as per the procedure detailed below.
1. Issue of Notification published in the leading dailies and college website along with the important dates. 2. Distribution of the college prospectus along with the application form. 3. Preparation of merit list after the normalization process based on the XIIth std. PCM marks, KEAM score and reservation policy if any. 4. Prepared Rank list published in the college website and college notice boards. 5. First allotment and counselling according to the rank list and chance to submit higher options if any. 6. Commencement of Classes as per MG University, KTU and AICTE notification.
Website : www.rajagiritech.ac .in
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The admission to 50% of the seats is controlled by the Kerala State Government and allotted by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations on merit basis. Admission to 35% of the seats by the management is done as per the procedure detailed above. Special reservation claims for Christian communities, Dalit Christians and CMI SH province alumni.15% of seats within sanctioned intake is provided for NRI category and is given on the basis of marks obtained for PCM in XIIth standard.
Prospectus
The following details are published in the admission brochure provided by the college.
The Vision, Mission and Objective of the institution. Branch wise distribution of the total number of seats for both Undergraduate and Post Graduate courses. Fees structure Categories eligible for Reservation Scholarship details Transport Facilities
Academic Eligibility Criterion
B.Tech
Students who have passed their XIIth board exams with 50% marks in Mathematics separately, and 50 % marks in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry put together are eligible for admission in the government merit seats.
However candidates who have passed Higher Secondary Examination, Kerala, or Examinations recognized as equivalent thereto, with 45% marks in Mathematics separately and 45% marks in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry put together are eligible for admission under Management Quota.
M.Tech
Candidates should have a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in BE / B.Tech in the respective discipline. For SC/ST candidates a pass in the above mentioned degrees is sufficient. They must have valid GATE score.
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Each Department offering a PG course, conducts a departmental entrance exam for admission to M.Tech programme and prepares the rank list. In case of absence of GATE qualified students, admissions are based on this rank list. Candidates who have qualifying degree awarded from universities other than M.G. University shall submit Eligibility Certificate from Mahatma Gandhi University as well as Migration Certificate at the time of admission. Candidates who have appeared for final examination of any of the qualifying examinations may also apply provided he/she has passed all the subjects up to and including VIIth semester. Selection of such candidates shall be subject to the production of qualifying degree at the time of admission. Candidates who have completed the Bachelor‟s Degree at RSET will be eligible for 5% weightage in calculating index mark/merit.
Thus the admission process for government seats can be summarized as: Centralized Allotment Process(CAP) conducted by Commisioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala through Single Window System.
Ranklist published considering Equal weightage of 50:50 to the KEAM entrance score, and the XIIth standard marks. Candidates submit their options online for interested course and college in their preference order.Online Centralized Allotment Process will be done by CEE, Kerala with the technical support of National Informatics Centre (NIC) as per the provisions of allotment.
Registered options are processed and the allotment to different courses are published in their official website. Allotment of seats to different programs is done at the institution according to the published ranklist.
Thus transparency in admission process is ensured.
Figure 2.1: Admission Process for government seats Admission process for Management seats can be summarized as:
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Eligible students submit their application form and course options in the preference order along with their XII th marklist and KEAM score card and other certificates claiming for any reservation.
Rank list prepared and published by the college based on the submitted applications.
First allotment and counselling according to the rank list and chance to submit higher options if any.
Thus transparency in admission process is ensured.
Figure 2.2: Admission process for Management seats 2.1.2 Explain in detail the criteria adopted and process of admission (Ex. (i)merit (ii) common admission test conducted by state agencies and national agencies (iii) combination of merit and entrance test or merit entrance test and interview (iv) any other) to various programmes of the Institution.
This institution is offering 7 UG and 6 PG professional courses. The admission to 50% of the seats is controlled by the Kerala State Government and allotted by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations on merit basis, 35% by the college management on merit basis and 15% for NRI candidates.
Students who have passed their XIIth board exams with 50% marks in Mathematics separately, and 50 % marks in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry put together are eligible for admission in the government merit seats. Equal weightage of 50:50 shall be given to the score obtained in the Entrance Examination for Engineering (Paper I & Paper II put together), and the grade/marks obtained in the final year of the qualifying examination for Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry put together. Rank list is published and the allotment is done based on their ranks and options submitted for preferred course and college.
For the college management seats which is also allotted on merit basis, students are asked to submit their application forms either online or by post or directly to the college office. Equal weightage of 50:50 shall be given to the score obtained in the Entrance Examination for Engineering (Paper I & Paper II put together), and the grade/marks obtained in the final year of the qualifying examination for Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry put together. Rank list is published and the allotment to different branches is done based on their ranks and submitted options. Under management scheme, special reservations for Christian Community, Syro-
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Malabar Catholic, Syro-Malankara Catholic, Latin Catholic, Dalit Christian, and CMI SH Province Alumni are made.
The institution does not offer any General, Lateral Entry or Vocational courses.
2.1.3 Give the minimum and maximum percentage of marks for admission at entry level for each of the programmes offered by the college and provide a comparison with other colleges of the affiliating university within the city/district
The following table gives a comparison of the first and the last rank of the Kerala State Entrance Examination admitted to each program in the institution:
YEAR BRANCH FIRST RANK LAST RANK 2014-2018 AEI 4919 42673 CE 4211 46367 CSE 1877 54617 ECE 3460 55075 EEE 264 53235 IT 14233 49451 ME 2190 39536 2013 - 2017 AEI 8758 39489 CE 6020 45372 CSE 2512 52219 ECE 283 57620 EEE 817 51313 IT 11637 53718 ME 161 32592 2012 – 2016 AEI 7995 59776 CSE 3129 60552 ECE 2914 54578 EEE 5927 47069 IT 9855 58860 ME 2366 36734 Table 2.1.1 : Table showing first and the last ranks admitted to each program of the institution
2.1.4 Is there a mechanism in the institution to review the admission process and student profiles annually? If yes‟ what is the outcome of such an effort and how has it contributed to the improvement of the process?
YES, Although the admission process is not in the control of the institution and is
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governed by the state government according to predefined rules and regulations, the student profiles are analysed every year after admission. This mechanism helps us to understand the social, economic and academic background of the students so that special attention can be given to academically weaker students and scholarships, fee waivers, concessions are offered to the students from economically weaker sections.
Academically weaker students are identified through this mechanism and special coaching classes and remedial sessions are organised. Mentoring process is structured such that special care can be given to these academically and economically backward students. Orientation programs are conducted for the newly admitted students. Bridge courses are offered to students so as to prepare them prior to the commencement of the course.
2.1.5 Reflecting on the strategies adopted to increase/improve access for following categories of students, enumerate on how the admission policy of the institution and its student profiles demonstrate/reflect the National commitment to diversity and inclusion of
*SC/ST *OBC *Women *Differently abled *Economically weaker sections *Minority community *Any other
State Government of Kerala has framed the reservation policy for professional courses to accommodate students from economically weaker sections and minority communities to ensure social justice. Number of seats reserved under various categories per division of 120(60) seats are as shown below:
Allotted by Total 60 (30) Commissioner Open Merit 42 (21) for Entrance SC/ST 6 (3) Examination, Christian Community 12 (6) Kerala Total 42 (21)
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Open Merit Christian Syro Syro Latin Community Malabar Malankara Catholic Catholic Catholic College Merit 12 (6) 10 (5) 10 (5) 2 (1) 2 (1) Dalit Christian 2 (1) CMI SH Province Alumni * 4(2) *Students who studied for Plus 2 in schools under CMI SH Province Table 2.1.2: Number of seats reserved under various categories per division of 120(60) seats
2.1.6 Provide the following details for various programmes offered by the institution during the last four years and comment on the trends .i.e. reasons for increase/ decrease and actions initiated for improvement.
The college has a track record of almost 100% admissions for BTech compared to the approved intake by AICTE. The statistics has been recorded as shown below:
B.TECH PROGRA 2014 2013 2012 M Appro Admit Demand Appro admitt Demand Appro admitt Demand ved ted Ratio ved ed Ratio ved ed Ratio Intake Intak Intak e e
AEI 63 62 98.4% 63 63 100% 63 56 88.9%
CE 63 63 100% 63 63 100% NA NA NA
CSE 126 126 100% 126 124 98.4% 126 126 100%
ECE 126 123 97.62% 126 124 98.4% 126 125 99.21%
EEE 63 60 95.24% 63 62 98.4% 63 60 95.24%
IT 63 63 100% 63 63 100% 63 54 85.71%
ME 126 125 99.21% 63 62 98.4% 63 62 98.4%
Table 2.1.3: Admission statistics for various B.Tech programmes in the institution
High Demand Ratio – increasing each academic year Academic excellence
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High pass percentage and excellent placement records cater to the high demand ratio. Publicity ensured through advertisements in newspapers, electronic media, technical fests, school visits etc.
However, a decreasing trend is observed in the admission for M.Tech courses. The undue delay in the declaration of M.Tech results by the MG University has led to vacant M.Tech seats in the college.
M.TECH PROGRA 2014 2013 2012 M Appro Appro Appro Admit Demand Admit Demand Admit Demand ved ved ved ted Ratio (%) ted Ratio ted Ratio Intake Intake Intake CE 24 19 79.2 24 24 100 NA NA NA
CSIS 24 16 66.67 24 24 100 24 23 95.83
IDAC 24 24 100 24 21 87.5 24 23 95.83
NE
SP
VAES 24 20 83.33 24 24 100 24 18 75
Table 2.1.4: Admission statistics for various M.Tech programmes in the institution
2.2 Catering to Diverse Needs of Students
2.2.1 How does the institution cater to the needs of differently-abled students and ensure adherence to government policies in this regard?
The institution completely adheres to governmental policies regarding the needs of differently-abled students.
The approach adopted by the institution to cater the needs of differently-abled students is specific to each individual as per their requirements. Class in-charge and Associate class in-charge take care of their specific needs and mentor them whenever in need.
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Mentors assigned to these students will ensure that their academic needs as well as social and emotional needs are catered.
Special Counselling sessions and extra lectures are also arranged for such category of students. As per university rules and regulations, these students are given forty five minutes extra time in the university and internal examinations.
2.2.2 Does the institution assess the students‟ needs in terms of knowledge and skills before the commencement of the programme? If „yes‟, give details on the process.
The qualifying marks and the overall ranking in the merit list of the student gives an idea about the knowledge of the student, which is known as entry level analysis.
An interaction session is organized for the students along with their parents with the Heads of the Departments (HOD‟s) and senior faculty to assess their needs and to give them a deeper insight of the respective B.Tech programmes. An opening session- named Deeksharambham is organized by the institution at the beginning of every academic year for the freshers and their parents. In the session, speakers including chief guest, principal, HODs will highlight the importance of the professional courses, course schedule, curriculum coverage, examination pattern and semester system, assessment method including facilities available at the institution.
2.2.3. What are the strategies drawn and deployed by the institution to bridge the knowledge gap of the enrolled students to enable them to cope with the programme of their choice? (Bridge/Remedial/ Add-on/Enrichment Courses, etc.)
The faculty members assigned to the first year classes interact formally and informally with the students for the first week so as to concentrate on these programmes to train the students in the basics before commencing the regular subject teaching. Assigned Class teachers and Associate Class Teachers will monitor, interact, guide and help them to cope with the program of their choice. In the first year, students are given special training to improve their English Language and Communication skills. In addition to the class In-charges, Mentors assigned to these students .provide personal, academic and social counselling and take special care to monitor, guide and help them improve their skills.
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where they enter into their specialised programs. As students from Bio-Maths stream also enter into engineering program, bridge courses for C programming are offered to help them bridge this gap .Bridge courses are also offered on Electronics and Basic Electronics Lab.
Based on the students internal and university marks, classroom performance, participation in curricular and extra-curricular activities, regularity in submission of assignments, and personal interactions, students may be identified as slow or advanced learners. Remedial classes and extra lectures are organized for these slow learners so that they can cope up with the rate of the other students. Special tutorial sessions and assignments are organized in all departments. The institution provides attention to both the slow and advanced learners. Advanced learners are further motivated by encouraging them to do micro and mini projects and recognizing their effort by means of awards and scholarships. Students in the institution are encouraged to participate in national and international conferences and technical fests and symposia.
2.2.4 How does the college sensitize its staff and students on issues such as gender, inclusion, environment etc.?
This institution with a mission to inculcate high degree of social consciousness and human values, sensitizes its staff and students on issues such as gender inclusion and environment. Due representation for ladies is given in all the committees constituted in the institution. Every year, International Women‟s Day is celebrated in the institution and talks and awareness programs are conducted in this context. To provide for the effective enforcement of the basic human right of gender equality and guarantee against sexual harassment and abuse, RSET had constituted a Women‟s Grievance Redressal Committee (WGRC) in 2009. Later this was renamed as the Complaints Committee against Sexual Harassment (CCASH) to make its purpose more explicit. The services of this committee can be availed of by all female students as well as teaching and non- teaching staff of the college. The committee has as its priorities the following objectives:
1. Prevention of sexual harassment 2. Redressal of any complaints of sexual harassment 3. Organization of talks/workshops on issues which are pertinent to women welfare and empowerment
The campus offers separate hostel facilities for boys and girls with resident wardens to
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look into the welfare of the students and to provide necessary help. 24x7security is provided both in the campus and in the ladies hostel to ensure the safety of ladies.
This institution is open to all aspiring students: Irrespective of their caste and creed, the students are accepted and cherished as they are, and are helped to grow in their cultural, social and religious traditions. The institution practices the spirit of equality where no partiality is shown to students or staff on basis of caste, color or creed. The motto “All for One” and “One for All” is practiced in its true spirit.
This institution celebrates the Rajagiri Environment Week in association with which quiz competitions and other programs are organized with environment centred themes. The institution organizes school visits and interacts with the students on themes such as energy conservation and renewable energy resources and encourages them to come up with innovative ideas for the same.
2.2.5 How does the institution identify and respond to special educational / learning needs of advanced learners?
The students of both the categories namely slow and advance learners are identified on the basis of their marks for internal and university exams, classroom performance, regularity in submission of class works and assignments, punctuality and personal interactions. The college pays equal attention to both the slow and advanced learners.
For Advanced Learners:
1. Advanced learners are facilitated with state of the art facilities in terms of well- equipped library provided with latest edition of books and a digital library that includes links to various sites of academic interest, Public domain materials like Conference Papers, Electronic Theses and dissertations, Technical Reports, FAQ‟s and electronic books, Video lectures procured from NPTEL and C – DEEP IIT Bombay, E-Journal Packages including IEEE/IET E electronic Library, ASCE, Elsevier Science Direct, ASTM , ASME, Springer etc. Students are allowed to use the library till 8pm.
2. Institution has set up labs with modern amenities and tools, and the students are encouraged to use these labs for projects and research.
3. Students included in the merit list are given awards and scholarships.
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4. Students are encouraged to do micro and mini projects and the institution ensures that laboratories are available for this even after the normal working hours.
5. Students are encouraged to participate in national and international conferences and technical symposia and workshops.
6. In certain cases, Field Visits and Invited Talks by experts are organized by the institution.
7. Every department includes a set of Advanced and Design experiments in each laboratory along with the university lab cycle.
8. Tutorial classes and assignment sessions are being implemented in all departments. 9. Soft skill and placement training are imparted.
2.2.6 How does the institute collect, analyze and use the data and information on the academic performance (through the programme duration) of the students at risk of drop out (students from the disadvantaged sections of society, physically challenged, slow learners, economically weaker sections etc.)?
Academic performance of the students from the disadvantaged sections of society, physically challenged, slow learners, economically weaker sections etc. is continuously monitored by the subject teachers, class in-charges and assigned mentor. Class Performance, internal marks and previous university marks are the criterion used to identify slow learners. These students who find it difficult to cope with the pace of teachers and other students during normal classes are advised and counselled by the faculty members and the Head of the department. These students are given special remedial classes, extra assignments and are motivated by providing additional learning material such as text books and make them solve previous exam question papers. Our institution encourages peer group learning/ if required, Student Welfare Officer offers counseling to students on their personal and academic problems.
Drop out % Academic Year Drop out % B.Tech M.Tech 2014-15 0.32 2.22 2013-14 0.93 1.32 2012-13 1.01 1.69 Table 2.2.1: Drop out percentage for last four academic years
In our institution, it is noteworthy that there have been less than 1.01% dropouts in UG
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and less than 2.22% in PG in the last few years as the institute has a sound system of identifying such students and counseling and mentoring them.
A batch of 20 students is assigned to a faculty mentor / counselor. The mentor acts as a Proctor / counsellor and is responsible for the holistic development and welfare of the 20 students. Students are counselled periodically, fortnight / month, about their academic performance, financial problem, hostel problems and other personal problems. This process of continuous evaluation provides a feedback which helps the mentors and the students to review and enhance their academic performance and behaviour.
Student‟s progress report is sent to the parents / Guardians after every internal exam conducted by the college and are called for an open house to inform them about their ward‟s performance. Class in-charges and mentor maintains this record for both internal and university exams for all the semesters and intimates the parents on a regular basis.
2.3 Teaching-Learning Process
2.3.1 How does the college plan and organise the teaching, learning and evaluation schedules? (Academic calendar, teaching plan, evaluation blue print, etc.)
The Teaching Learning process is the most important dimension of any academic system Our institution plans and organises the teaching, learning and evaluation process to ensure that the respective program outcomes are achieved. This framework helps the faculty members as well as the students to plan their lectures, research activities and other extracurricular activities and extension services to achieve the intended learning outcomes.
This institution understands the scope of technology in education and views technology integration from a wider perspective. As an important part of teaching learning process, technology integration is considered in detail along with the issues involved in teaching and learning like developing learning objectives, selecting methods of instruction, feedback, and evaluation and assessment strategies including follow-up activities.
The College publishes an academic calendar including both B.Tech and M.Tech programmes as issued by the MG University. The recent academic calendar is enclosed in annexure. Before the start of each semester, the academic calendar along with the semester plan is distributed to every student and faculty in the institution. This helps the teaching and non-teaching faculty and students to organise the lectures and other extension activities.
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Being an institution affiliated to the Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala, it follows the academic schedule as published by the university. Generally the MG University gives guidelines on the following, Beginning and the last working day of the next academic semester. Stipulated schedule for Theory and Practical examination. Vacation schedule.
Before the start of each semester, faculty in charges handling various courses prepares a course plan for their subject considering the semester plan and the academic calendar. This course plan is continuously updated as the faculty progresses through the course. Series, model and comprehensive exams are scheduled in the academic plan which also specifies the last dates for mark entry in the college website. Considering the academic plan, the institution also organizes college level and national level tech fests, national and international conferences, seminars, guest-lectures, symposium, technical fests, sports day, cultural fest, industrial visit etc. and their probable dates are planned in the semester plan.
All faculty members record and update the attendance and a brief summary of the topic taught in each class in their attendance registers regularly. The attendance is updated in RSMS (Online student management system) immediately so that it is visible to all concerned. Every faculty updates the CIS ( Course Information Sheet) of his/her course before the start of the semester and circulates this to the students to give them an idea about the syllabus, course objectives, course outcomes, references etc.
Each department assigns a Time Table committee which prepares the time table for every B.Tech and M.Tech class after discussion with the other department committees in case of inter department courses. The committee convenor supervises all the department time table committees. The college also has a central exam committee having one representative from each department supervised by an exam committee convenor. This committee prepares the internal exam time tables and coordinates the smooth conduct of all internal and university examinations.
Each course in the B.Tech and M.Tech programmes, is evaluated both internally (by the institution itself) and externally (by the affiliating MG university). Out of a total of 150 marks, 100 marks is awarded by the university examinations and the 50 marks is awarded by the institution on the basis of their series and model examination results.
The internal marks for each course in B.tech is awarded based on the following scheme: Series Examination 15 marks
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Model Examination 15 marks Assignments 10 marks Attendance 10 marks
Total 50 marks
The internal marks for each course in M.tech is awarded based on the following scheme: Series Examination 25 marks Assignments 25 marks
Total 50 marks
2.3.2 How does IQAC contribute to improve the teaching –learning process?
As a measure to promote holistic academic excellence, our institution had set up IQAC (Internal Quality Assurance Cell) to achieve quality enhancement and sustenance. This cell has been documenting all the programmes/activities leading to quality improvement.Initially IQAC developed a set of quality benchmarks/parameters for various academic and administrative activities of the institution. The institution takes regular feedback responses from students, parents and other stakeholders on quality- related institutional processes and analyses them. IQAC has been conducting regular audits in all departments by elected committees to ensure that quality is being sustained and the audit report was submitted to the convenor. Based on all the analysis, IQAC has been preparing AQAR (Annual Quality Assurance Report) every year as per guidelines and parameters of NAAC.
2.3.3 How is learning made more student-centric? Give details on the support structures and systems available for teachers to develop skills like interactive learning, collaborative learning and independent learning among the students?
Our institution takes sincere efforts to promote student centric learning either through active learning (students answer and solve problems, formulate own questions , discuss and debate about them), cooperative learning , in which students work in teams on problems and projects under conditions that assure both positive interdependence and individual accountability and inductive teaching and learning, in which students are first presented with challenges (questions or problems) and learn the course material in the context of addressing the challenges.
All the above learning methods are promoted to engage students as active, involved
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participants in their own education field and encourage them to use and apply knowledge. The core goals are to motivate and interest students and to foster critical thinking skills that employ active rather than passive engagement in the classroom.
Active methods seek to engage students directly and actively with the course content by moving away from memorization of facts delivered unilaterally through a lecture format to a dynamic learning environment that facilitates deeper understanding and the ability to use knowledge beyond the classroom. The role of the faculty becomes that of a facilitator rather than an instructor, and the relationship with the student becomes more like a partnership whose mutual goal is student growth and learning. Active learning methods adopted by the faculty include tutorials, assignments and projects.
Collaborative and cooperative learning methods emphasize the benefits to students of working directly with peers in small heterogenous groups to engage with and material, solve problems and learn in a communal, supportive environment. They purposefully seek to reduce the amount of competition between students. . The various strategies adopted by the institution to ensure learning process to be student centric are:
1. The teacher emphasizes on Presentations and group discussions to ensure maximum participation and to make the discussions entertaining.
2. Assignments prompt the students to apply their knowledge and tutorial sessions help the teachers, interact with the students and probe questions at the right moment to prompt them into thinking deeper thus making learning more student centric.
3. Organisation of industrial visits and visit to institutes of higher education and research.
4. The course hand-outs and the laboratory manuals provided to the students contains assignments, tutorial questions, sample questions, open ended and advanced experiments that encourages the students to apply their knowledge and think deeper about a problem/concept.
5. The institution has a well-equipped library provided with latest edition of books and a digital library that includes links to various sites of academic interest, Public domain materials like Conference Papers, Electronic Theses and dissertations, Technical Reports, FAQ‟s and electronic books, Video lectures procured from NPTEL and C – DEEP IIT Bombay, E-Journal Packages
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including IEEE/IET E electronic Library, ASCE, Elsevier Science Direct, ASTM , ASME, Springer etc. This helps the students to move forward with the learning process.
6. National level symposiums in all departments provide a platform for the students to acquire additional knowledge apart from regular class teaching. More over the students themselves organize and participate in various technical events. These programs are fully “student-centric” and they nurture their organizational and management skills apart from enriching their technical knowledge.
7. Organization of college level and national level symposium and technical fests involving active participation of the students promotes student centred learning.
8. Student enrichment Programs conducted by students coordinated by the staff along with placement training and orientation courses provides a platform for students to participate in Group Discussions, Debates and Seminars.
The emphasis is on helping the students to acquire critical thinking, interpersonal communication skill, listening, problem solving, knowledge management skill, and team work and group interaction all of which motivate the students towards lifelong learning.
2.3.4 How does the institution nurture critical thinking, creativity and scientific temper among the students to transform them into life-long learners and innovators?
The institution with a vision to evolve into a premier technological and research institution, moulding eminent professionals with creative minds, innovative ideas and sound practical skill, takes conscious efforts in the academic and allied activities of the institution to nurture critical thinking, creativity and scientific temper among the students. To sow scientific temper through critical thinking and logical reasoning that can trigger creativity and analytical skills, the institution adopts certain strategies that are enumerated below:
1. Organising Technical paper presentations and poster presentations on latest research ideas and projects along with essays, debates and group discussions on contemporary socio economic issues.
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2. Department Association activities, and Professional society activities organised by both staff and students, encourages critical thinking in students. These include: Guest lectures in latest topics Expert lectures in emerging technologies Student seminars Workshops to enhance technical skills of the students Technical Quiz Paper presentations Mini projects Technical visits Essay writing
3. The institution has constituted an Innovation Promotion Council to identify and promote talented young innovators who also have the prospect of becoming Entrepreneurs. The council consists of the following members:
Prof. Dominic Mathew, Dept. of AEI: Chairman Prof. Rama Varma, Dept. of ECE Mr. L. Unnikrishnan, Dept. of EEE Mr. Robin Cyriac, Dept. of CS Ms. Nikhila T. Bhuvan, Dept. of IT Mr. Sidheek P.A., Dept. of ME – Coordinator Ms. Prathibha P.K., Dept. of EEE
Whenever any student/ a team of students comes out with flying colours in any open competition outside RSET and win a prize money, the Management of RSET may give 10% of the prize money to the student/team provided the student/team present themselves at the contest as official nominees of RSET.
a. Libin Varghese & Mebin Joseph, students of M.Tech IDAC 2012 – 2014 batch of EEE Department, won the third prize at Yuva Mastermind Contest-conducted by Malayalam Manorama. The award was given away by Dr. K. Radhakrishnan, Chairman, ISRO on 29th January 2013.
b. Bivil M. Jacob & Hashim P. Kamal of 2010 – 2014 batch of B. Tech CSE presented a paper in the 7th ACM International workshop on Network-on-chip Architecture (NoCArc – 14) held in conjunction with the IEEE International Symposium on Micro Architecture (MICRO – 2014) at the Cambridge University, UK on 13th December 2014. As a token of appreciation the Management awarded an amount of Rs. 10,000/- each.
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Faculty member guiding the students shall take all efforts to see that the patent application if any, will be filed. RRCC conducts Year Round Poster Competition for first year B. Tech students. The students are grouped into the different research groups. They prepare and present a poster on some topic in that area. The institution has successfully organized an international conference International Conference on Advances in Computing & Communications (ICACC) in the last four consecutive years 2011, 2012, 2013 & 2014 and ICACC 2015 has been announced to be conducted in September 2015. Motivates them to participate in and national level technical fests and national and international conferences. The institution has also organized the following conferences
a. International Conference and workshop on Fractals and wavelets b. First International Conference on Eco-friendly Computing and Communication Systems, ICECCS 2012 All the departments regularly conduct technical workshops and seminars with the support from the institution including financial support. Participation and organisation of Robotic workshops, State and national level technical symposiums gives them a platform to exhibit their skills and innovative ideas. Students have free access to Institutional facilities to carry out research work. Supports and motivates students to publish their papers in conferences and journals. Financial incentives are provided to the faculty and students for presenting research work in a conference. A reward of Rs.3000 is given for presenting papers in national conferences and Rs.6000 for presenting in international conferences, provided the paper is published in conference proceedings with ISBN. Faculty is encouraged to publish their research work in reputed journals and the incentives for the same. The College funds money to short-term and long-term faculty-led student projects. Mini project exhibitions are conducted by some departments in the institution and the best projects are identified and awarded cash prizes. Motivates them to publish their articles in department and college magazine. Motivates and supports entrepreneur activities and ventures. Advanced and open ended experiments are included along with the normal lab experiments to apply their knowledge and ideas to solve practical problems. Even though not included in the curriculum, micro projects are included in the lower
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semesters to encourage them to exhibit their skills and nourish their scientific temper.
2.3.5 What are the technologies and facilities available and used by the faculty for effective teaching? Eg: Virtual laboratories, e-learning - resources from National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL) and National Mission on Education through Information and Communication Technology (NME-ICT), open educational resources, mobile education, etc.
Even though the basic teaching learning method is by lecture method with explanation and Interaction with the students, modern multi-media teaching aids like multimedia projectors and Internet enabled computer systems are employed in every classroom and laboratory.
Integration of ICT into classroom teaching has led to improved student learning and better teaching effectiveness.
The students are also encouraged to use computer software packages /tools for meaningful analyses of the experimental data collected/acquired by them.
The digital library includes links to various sites of academic interest, e-Journal Packages, Public domain materials like Conference Papers, Electronic Theses and dissertations, Technical Reports, FAQ‟s and electronic books and video lectures procured from NPTEL and C – DEEP IIT Bombay.
NPTEL video lectures are available in the library in the form of DVDs and the same are used by the faculty and the students.
Faculty of the institution creates personalised learning environments using learning platforms like Moodle and shares the learning material and assignments to be submitted. Institution has provided special training sessions for the faculty to implement this.
2.3.6 How are the students and faculty exposed to advanced level of knowledge and skills (blended learning, expert lectures, seminars, workshops etc.)?
The institution has an open access library system, Alethea, equipped with 24575 Volumes of books and access to more than 1000 online journals and e-books. It provides uncompromising information and intellectual requirements to its students and
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faculty with a user-friendly approach. It offers a fully integrated and dynamic environment for conducting academic study. Stock updation is continuously monitored to keep pace with the recent developments in various subjects.
Faculty and students are encouraged to participate in international and national conferences, symposium, seminars and workshops for interacting with experts in their field and help them to update with the recent research developments. Invited guest lectures by experts based on recent research developments, helps the faculty members and the students to be updated with the recent developments in different research fields.
The faculty is encouraged to carryout research work within the institution and in collaboration with other institutions and research organizations. Each department in the institution effectively carry forward RRCC activities and conducts department seminars covering latest research developments in their respective fields. Faculty development Programs and Technical workshops are attended and organized by the faculty of various departments in the institution to serve the same purpose.
Over the past many years the faculty have been participating in the conferences and presenting research papers in national and international level seminars and have been encouraging the students to do the same. Topics beyond syllabus and advanced topics for each course helps to seek advanced level of knowledge and recent research developments.
2.3.7 Detail (process and the number of students \benefitted) on the academic, personal and psycho-social support and guidance services (professional counselling /mentoring/academic advise) provided to students?
Mentoring process is structured effectively to ensure that academic, personal and psycho- social support and guidance services can be given to the students. A batch of 20 students is assigned to a mentor, a teaching faculty. The mentor acts as a Proctor / counsellor and is responsible for the holistic development and welfare of the 20 students. Mentors guide and supports both slow learners and advanced learners with equal concern. Every student is also guided and supported by their respective class in charge.
The assigned mentors carry out continuous evaluation and mentoring and provides a continuous feedback providing opportunity for students with to enhance their academic performance and behaviour. At the department level, HOD‟s also mentor
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the students and give appropriate guidance. A Student Welfare Officer has been appointed to counsel the students on their personal and academic problem and motivate them.
Students are counselled periodically, fortnight / month, about their academic performance, financial problem, hostel problem and other personal problems. If required, parents are invited for counselling along with the students. Student‟s progress reports / mentoring details are maintained by the respective mentors from first to final semesters. Parents / Guardians are informed about the student‟s performance after every examination.
This well-defined mentoring mechanism has helped the students to develop strategies for managing conflict and coach them on setting short- and long-term goals. 80% of the students have benefited from this counselling/ mentoring mechanism and helped them identify goals and concrete action steps, work through those goals and actions, and reflect on key learning moments.
2.3.8 Provide details of innovative teaching approaches/methods adopted by the faculty during the last four years? What are the efforts made by the institution to encourage the faculty to adopt new and innovative approaches and the impact of such innovative practices on student learning?
The college encourages the teachers to keep themselves abreast of the latest developments in their respective fields. They are encouraged to integrate ICT into classroom teaching. The faculty are given training in using ICT tools; latest software so that they can themselves create modern teaching aids to be used in their classrooms. Faculty of the institution creates personalised learning environments using learning platforms like Moodle and shares the learning material and assignments to be submitted. Institution has provided special training sessions for the faculty to implement this. The college faculty adopt approaches/methods such as seminars and power point presentations to ensure student centric learning. The faculty members are encouraged to participate in National/International level seminars as well as Faculty Development Programs which gives them an exposure to new and innovative teaching practices. They are provided financial assistance for this purpose. The faculty members who attend such seminars/ conferences share their experience with students and faculty with latest information and talent developments.
Innovative teaching approaches has had a positive, direct effect on students‟ learning
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effectiveness and also has a significant positive effect on learning satisfaction. After the integration of ICT into classroom teaching, students use their multiple sensory modalities, which would make them more motivated to pay more attention to the information presented and retain the information better.
2.3.9 How are library resources used to augment the teaching-learning process?
The institution‟s library is a computerized information system, which has all facilities for information storage and retrieval. It is an open access library system. All the students, faculty and non-teaching staff are members of this library. Separate department libraries are available in each department.
The central Library has 24575 Volumes of books and access to more than 1000 online journals and e books .The library continues to provide the following current awareness services in order to alert users to latest information of their interest.
RSET Digital library includes links to various sites of academic interest, Public domain materials like Conference Papers, Electronic Theses and dissertations, Technical Reports, FAQ‟s and electronic books. Institutional Repository includes
1. Faculty collections: papers/articles/invited lectures. 2. Previous University Question Papers 3. RSET Internal Examination Question Papers. 4. Proceedings of the conferences organized by RSET 5. Student project reports and seminar reports
It also includes a Video Library (Streaming video archive) which contains Video lectures procured from NPTEL and C – DEEP IIT Bombay.
E-Journal Packages available at the library include: 1. IEEE/IET Electronic Library(IEL) 2. ASCE 3. Elsevier Science Direct 4. ASTM 5. ASME 6. Springer 7. J- Gate Plus (JET) 8. McGraw Hill
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The catalogues from different publishers are filed. Faculty members through Heads of departments can order for books from these catalogues. The range of subjects represented by the library collection reflects our institution‟s ever growing zest for newer areas of study and research. Any new books published in the market in core domain area are procured immediately. Faculty and students can also get books issued from their respective department libraries. College has set up enriched department libraries with about 350 books for each department. Some faculty members have their personal collection of a large number of books and they share the books and journals with the fellow colleagues, the PG and UG students round the clock. Majority of staff can efficiently use the internet and they liberally share their knowledge of innovative research topics, reviews, methodology, data gathering and information output with the learners. Students are also encouraged to make use of library services. They are provided with a student library card which enables them to set books issued from the library. A Library hour is included every week in the time table to improve the reading skills and to encourage them towards research.
The college has one of the best stacked libraries in the region. The books and journals available are Number of Titles 11669 Number of Volumes 28986 Number of E-books in digital 550 library No. of Technical magazines and 32 periodicals No.of journals print 90 Table 2.3.1: Number of Journals and Books available in the library
2.3.10 Does the institution face any challenges in completing the curriculum within the planned time frame and calendar? If „yes‟, elaborate on the challenges encountered and the institutional approaches to overcome these.
NO. The college has a well laid down system to plan the schedule in advance and monitor the coverage of syllabus on regular basis to ensure curriculum completion within the given schedule. The affiliating university, MG University, Kottayam, follows semester system and prepares a tight schedule for completing each academic semester.
Before the start of each semester, a semester plan is created by the institution and circulated to every faculty and student in the institution. Faculty in-charges handling various courses prepares a course plan for their subject considering the semester plan
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and the academic calendar. This course plan is continuously updated as the faculty progresses through the course. Series, model and comprehensive exams are scheduled in the academic plan which also specifies the last dates for mark entry in the college website. Considering the academic plan, the institution also organizes college level and national level tech fests, national and international conferences, seminars, guest-lectures, symposium, technical fests, sports day, cultural fest etc. and their probable dates are planned in the semester plan. Thus with careful planning and implementation, curriculum is completed within the time frame fixed by the MG University.
2.3.11 How does the institute monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching learning?
The Institution periodically monitors and evaluates the quality of teaching by several means such as:
University exam Result Analysis Oral feedback from students during regularly conducted class committee meetings comprising of student representatives , faculty in charges and Head of the Department Course outcome feedback and faculty feedback from students at the end of each semester. Student‟s performance analysis in the internal examinations. Evaluation of the faculty based on his / her Self-Appraisal Report
Evaluation of teachers by students:
The institution has an online feedback system to evaluate the teachers by students. Also an online feedback to evaluate the attainment of course outcomes for each course by the students is conducted at the end of each semester. Questions are formulated by the concerned faculty keeping in mind the course outcomes to be attained. Students give their online feedback based on a predefined questionnaire for every course included in the semester. Sample of Faculty Feedback questionnaire is given below.
Their feedback is analysed by the concerned HOD. Based on assessment of performance, HOD gives necessary directions for the improvement in the teaching methods. Principal also monitors the feedback system and takes appropriate corrective actions.
Faculty Feedback Questionnaire Question Excellent Very Good Average Poor Very
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Good Poor Knowledge of the teacher in
1 the subject Clarity and understandability
2 of teacher's explanations Helping mentality of the
3 teacher
Punctuality of the teacher 4 Presentation skill of the
5 teacher 6 Speed of presentation 7 Behaviour of the teacher 8 Sincerity of the teacher 9 Teacher's ability to control
the class 10 Total teaching effectiveness Fig 2.3: Faculty Feedback Questionnaire Rating: Excellent-6, Very Good-5, Good-4, Average-3, Poor-2, Very poor-1 After each academic year, all faculty members submit their Self-Appraisal Report based on a prescribed format. RSET has evolved a standard method of evaluating the teaching research and administrative activities of the faculty. The information furnished by the faculty member will be analysed by the HOD, Principal and the score sheet of each faculty member is recorded and returned.
Institution makes regular effort to enhance the staff skills and their ability by organizing in house- training programs and or deputing the staff to get training in communication skills and other areas of standard methodology. Any short comings identified in theory class or practical sessions, are addressed through extra lectures, tutorial sessions and providing the reference materials (literature or teaching).
Details to be furnished while preparing the Self-Appraisal Report include:
1. Papers allotted 2. Administrative Roles 3. Publications – Papers 4. Publications – Books 5. Paper Presentations 6. Presentation in Faculty Council
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7. Awards/Honours/Fellowships 8. Sponsored Research Projects 9. Research Programmes and Activities 10. Consultancy Works 11. Any other substantial Academic/Administrative/Research Activity 12. Plan of actions for the next one year.
2.4 Teacher Quality
2.4.1 Provide the following details and elaborate on the strategies adopted by the college in planning and management (recruitment and retention) of its human resource (qualified and competent teachers) to meet the changing requirements of the curriculum
RSET completely adheres to AICTE rules and guidelines in selection of faculty members. Just like any institution, RSET, in their recruitment process looks for thorough knowledge of the subjects taught and of relevant supporting subjects, good communication skills, passion for teaching, competency, personal and professional integrity in their candidates. The recruitment process is based on a well-defined procedure: Vacancies are advertised in the college website and leading national newspapers. Application forms can be downloaded from the college website.
AICTE qualification norms are thoroughly followed while the Screening Committee scrutinize the applications.
The screened candidates are called for an interview.
The Staff selection Committee comprises the Director, Principal, Vice- Principal, HOD‟s and senior faculty from each department.
The candidates are asked to demonstrate their teaching skill by way of taking class for few minutes, a presentation on their areas of interest for pursuing research, in the presence of the Interview Committee. A personal cum technical interview will be conducted to assess the knowledge of the candidate.
Based on the performance in the interview, a list of selected candidates is prepared and the appointment order will be issued by the director of the
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institution.
The selected candidate is appointed initially on probation for 18 months.
The management ratifies his / her appointment based on the appraisal report approved by the HOD, principal and Director.
The college has more than sufficient number of qualified and competent teachers to handle the courses offered. The table below shows number of faculty and their highest qualifications.
Highest Professor Associate Assistant Qualification Professor Professor Total
Male Female Male Female Male Female
Permanent teachers 6 0 1 0 3 0 10 PhD 5 1 1 2 54 64 127 M.Tech/M.E./ M.S. 2 0 0 0 10 5 16 M.Phil./ M.Sc. 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 U.G
Temporary teachers ------PhD ------PG ------M.Phil./ M.Sc. ------U.G
Part-time Teachers ------PhD ------1 1 PG ------M.Phil./ M.Sc. ------U.G
Table 2.4.1: Number of faculty and their highest Qualifications
2.4.2 How does the institution cope with the growing demand/ scarcity of qualified
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senior faculty to teach new programmes/ modern areas (emerging areas) of study being introduced (Biotechnology, IT, Bioinformatics etc.)? Provide details on the efforts made by the institution in this direction and the outcome during the last three years.
Even though the institution does not offer programmes such as Biotechnology, the institution conducts invited talks, seminars, and Faculty Development courses related to Biomedical Engineering. This helps to upgrade the technological skill of our faculty. The college has more than sufficient number of qualified and competent teachers to handle the courses offered. The institution also encourages the faculty to attend courses related to these emerging areas of interest at other colleges and universities. Some faculty in the Electronics and Communication and Applied Electronics and Instrumentation programme are doing funded projects and research on the related topics. Details of the Short term courses and funded projects are also given.
2.4.3 Providing details on staff development programmes during the last four years elaborate on the strategies adopted by the institution in enhancing the teacher quality.
The institution organises Faculty Development Programs and encourages the faculty to attend FDP’s at other institutions as a way to improve the quality of academic programs and to respond to emerging faculty, student, program, and industry needs.
Strategies adopted by the institution to enhance teacher quality include: 1. The incentive scheme has been introduced to promote research and publication activities among faculty members. 2. The Institution grants study leave for those faculty who are in final stages of completing their PhD. 3. Organising academic retreat and Faculty Development Programs. 4. Encouraging the faculty to take up funded research projects thus improving th eir skill and quality.
The list of FDP’s and workshops attended and organised by the faculty are cited in the Department Evaluative Reports.
2.4.4. What policies/systems are in place to recharge teachers? (Eg. providing research grants, study leave, support for research and academic publications teaching experience in other national institutions and specialized programmes industrial engagement etc.)
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The institution has taken the following measures to facilitate smooth progress and implementation of research schemes and projects.
1. The institution has a committee for Administrative & Managerial Monitoring of Sponsored Research Projects (AMMSRP). All the project proposals shall be registered with the AMMSRP. Committee shall scrutinize all project proposals and keep track of various stages like i. preliminary presentation at the HOD meeting ii. sanction from the Funding agency iii. periodic reviews and iv. completion
The AMMSRP committee also will monitor the financial status of the project regularly. The committee is constituted as follows
a. Prof. Kuttyamma. A.J., (IT), Chairperson b. Prof. K. Rama Varma, (ECE) member c. Ms. Sonia Paul (BSH), member d. Fr. Mejo Paul, (EEE), member.
Faculty members have free access to Institutional facilities to carry out research work.
Institution bears 50% of the conference registration fee of a conference subject to a maximum of Rs 5000/- in an academic year.
Honorarium is granted to the faculty member who is the principal investigator of a research project funded by national agencies.
Financial incentives are provided to the faculty and students for presenting research work in a conference. A reward of Rs. 3000 is given for presenting papers in national conferences and Rs. 6000 for presenting in international conferences, provided the paper is published in conference proceedings with ISBN. Faculty is encouraged to publish their research work in reputed journals and the incentives for the same is as given below:
Type of Research Quality Type of Article Support Journal
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Refereed Journals International Full Paper Rs. 5000 Impact factor below 1 Full Paper Rs. 10000 Impact factor between Full Paper Rs. 10000 1 and 2 Indexed Journals Impact factor between Full Paper Rs. 15000 2 and 3 Impact factor between Full Paper Rs. 20000 3 and 4 Impact factor between Full Paper Rs. 25000 4 and 5 Table 2.4.2: Incentives for research works published in journals with respective impact factors
Incentives are also granted to the faculty member who takes consultancy project from an industry/research organization if the income from the project exceeds Rs. 2.5 lakhs per year.
Additional facilities in terms of space and infrastructure are also provided for supporting the research and consultancy works.
Labs are equipped with high end facilities and software for taking up and executing research projects
Funds are provided for internal projects.
2.4.5 Give the number of faculty who received awards / recognition at the state, national and international level for excellence in teaching during the last four years. Enunciate how the institutional culture and environment contributed to such performance/achievement of the faculty.
NIL
2.4.6 Has the institution introduced evaluation of teachers by the students and external Peers? If yes, how is the evaluation used for improving the quality of the teaching-learning process?
Yes. The institution has an online feedback system to evaluate the teachers by students. Also an online feedback to evaluate the attainment of course outcomes for each course
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by the students is conducted at the end of each semester. Questions are formulated by the concerned faculty keeping in mind the course outcomes to be attained. Students give their online feedback based on a predefined questionnaire for every course included in the semester. Sample of Faculty Feedback questionnaire is given below.
Their feedback is analysed by the concerned HOD. Based on assessment of performance, HOD gives necessary directions for the improvement in the teaching methods. Principal also monitors the feedback system and takes appropriate corrective actions.
Faculty Feedback Questionnaire
Very Averag Very Question Excellent Good Poor Good e Poor 1 Knowledge of the
teacher in the subject 2 Clarity and understandability of teacher's explanations 3 Helping mentality of the
teacher 4 Punctuality of the
teacher 5 Presentation skill of the
teacher 6 Speed of presentation
7 Behaviour of the teacher 8 Sincerity of the teacher 9 Teacher's ability to
control the class 10 Total teaching
effectiveness Figure 2.4: Faculty Feedback Questionnaire Rating: Excellent-6, Very Good-5, Good-4, Average-3, Poor-2, Very poor-1 After each academic year, all faculty members submit their Self-Appraisal Report based on a prescribed format. RSET has evolved a standard method of evaluating the teaching research and administrative activities of the faculty. The information furnished by the faculty member will be analysed by the HOD, Principal and Director and the score
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sheet of each faculty member is recorded and returned.
2.5 Evaluation Process and Reforms
2.5.1 H o w does the institution ensure that the stakeholders of the institution especially students and faculty are aware of the evaluation processes?
The evaluation process is clearly defined as per AICTE and MG University norms and made transparent by the institution to the stakeholders of the institution including faculty, students and their parents. The evaluation process and the general instructions mentioned in the prospectus of the institution are explained to the students and their parents at the opening session of their fresher course named Deeksharambham. The periodic instructions issued by MG University are promptly communicated to the students. The students are individually provided with copies of the university syllabus which includes the detailed evaluation procedure. Before the start of each semester, students are provided with the semester plan which clearly marks the dates internal and model exams. After each exam, the faculty completes the evaluation on or before declared date. Parents are informed about their ward‟s performance after every internal examination. Open house is conducted so that the parents can personally meet the faculty and interact with them about the student‟s performance. This makes them aware of the criterion of the internal assessment and eligibility criterion to appear in the final examinations. As evaluation is the integral part of teaching learning process, the institution takes special care to make it transparent by displaying the student‟s attendance and marks with clear division So, the institution makes effective arrangements for the smooth application of the rules about the evaluation processes. The college has developed Rajagiri Student Management System (RSMS) to manage the details of every student and faculty which can also be accessed by their parents.
2.5.2 What are the major evaluation reforms of the university that the institution has adopted and what are the reforms initiated by the institution on its own?
The institution affiliated to MG University completely adheres to its norms and guidelines. The whole evaluation process is totally transparent and unbiased. Internal evaluation carried out by the institution consists of a series and a model examination. Considering their total marks, submitted assignments and attendance percentage their internal marks are consolidated to total of 50 marks.
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The internal marks for each course is awarded based on the following scheme:
Series Examination 15 marks Model Examination 15 marks Assignments 10 marks Attendance 10 marks
Total 50 marks
For the external examinations with total marks of 100, students are allotted with roll numbers by the MG University. The internal evaluation is conducted for theory subjects on basis of descriptive, objective tests and assignments.
The university has initiated various evaluation reforms viz.
1. Introduction of internal assessment system.
2. Introduction of multilevel evaluation of answer scripts for external examinations in case of request for recounting or revaluation
3. Introduction of seating plan for internal and external examinations as per the guide lines of the affiliating university .(i.e., not more than 30 students must be invigilated by a single invigilator)
Practical examinations are internally evaluated by continuous assessment and model examinations and the external evaluation is conducted by an external examiner appointed by the MG University. Mini project and Main project evaluation, course viva etc. are also evaluated based on the University evaluation scheme.
The reforms initiated by the institution include:
Institution has developed a student management system that helps in tabulation of internal marks.
The Institution also encourages innovative methodologies for evaluation including Open Book Examinations, lab simulation exercises etc.
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2.5.3 How does the institution ensure effective implementation of the evaluation reforms of the university and those initiated by the institution on its own?
The evaluation process clearly defined as per AICTE and MG University norms are effectively implemented and made transparent by the institution to the stakeholders of the institution including faculty, students and their parents. The evaluation process and the general instructions mentioned in the prospectus of the institution are explained to the students and their parents. The students are individually provided with copies of the university syllabus which includes the detailed evaluation procedure. Before the start of each semester, students are provided with the semester plan which clearly marks the dates internal and model exams. They are also provided course hand-outs before the start of each semester which includes the syllabus, Course Information Sheet, tutorial and assignment question set. The exam committee appointed by the institution effectively conducts the internal and university examinations as per the evaluation reforms of the university and those initiated by the institution on its own. The institution has a question paper scrutiny committee which also seta the format for each question paper. After each exam, the faculty completes the evaluation on or before declared date. Parents are informed about their ward‟s performance after every internal examination. Each student‟s attendance for every subject can be easily viewed in the Rajagiri Student Management System. Open house is conducted so that the parents can personally meet the faculty and interact with them about the student‟s performance. This makes them aware of the criterion of the internal assessment and eligibility criterion to appear in the final examinations.
2.5.4 Provide details on the formative and summative evaluation approaches adapted to measure student achievement. Cite a few examples which have positively impacted the system.
University is the sole authority for implementation of reforms in examination and evaluation but faculty members who are a part of academic bodies of the university actively campaign for reforms. Even then for bringing about a positive change in the evaluation practices, the institution adopts both formative and summative methods of evaluation.
The goal of formative assessment is to monitor student learning and to provide ongoing feedback that can be used by the faculty to improve their teaching and by students to improve their learning. More specifically, formative assessments help students identify their strengths and weaknesses and target areas that need work and help faculty recognize where students are struggling and address problems immediately.
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The most important steps taken by the institution towards formative evaluation process is the introduction of assignments and tutorial sessions in their schedule. This gives an opportunity for the teachers to interact more with students and can directly get a feedback to identify the target areas to be worked upon. Each tutorial session is handled by more than one faculty which helps the faculty to concentrate on lesser number of students and pay more attention to struggling students as personal interaction is more. Other formative approaches adopted by the institution include seminars, group assignments, group discussions and presentations. The concerned teacher may get information about the student and necessary steps regarding his/her improvement can be pondered over.
Summative evaluation involves making judgments about the efficacy of a program or course at its conclusion. This assessment that occurs at the end of the program cycle provides an overall description of the program effectiveness. Summative evaluation mainly includes the internal exams conducted by the college for theory as well as practical courses. Course Outcome Feedback conducted at the end of each semester is a method of summative evaluation which gives us an idea about the attainment of the program and course outcomes and the overall impact of the program. It also indicates the need of improvement and further modification of the overall program structure, and the resources needed to address the program‟s weakness. Faculty feedback by the students is another summative method adopted by the institution.
2.5.5. Detail on the significant improvements made in ensuring rigor and transparency in the internal assessment during the last four years and weightages assigned for the overall development of students (weightage for behavioral aspects, independent learning, communication skills etc.
The evaluation of the student is based on the continuous assessment. The structure for evaluation is as follows.
1. The performance of a candidate in a course will be assessed for a maximum of 150 marks as explained below :
Internal Assessment marks - 50 External Assessment marks - 100
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2. The internal marks are set by the faculty in charge based on the series and model examinations, submitted assignments and attendance percentage and the external marks are based on the exams conducted by the university.
The internal marks for each course is awarded based on the following scheme:
Series Examination 15 marks Model Examination 15 marks Assignments 10 marks Attendance 10 marks
Total 50 marks
The outline for Series and Model Examinations as part of the continuous assessment will be informed to the students in advance. Last dates for completion of evaluation will be declared by the principal and the marks are entered into Rajagiri Student Management System on or before the date. The answer scripts are returned to the students and the copies/ originals of the best, average and worst marks are filed.
End semester examinations of three hours duration for each course shall be conducted by the MG University for each course.
For practical examinations, the internal marks are set based on continuous assessment , Record submission, Attendance and a model lab examination .For the external evaluation, exams are conducted by an internal examiner belonging to this institution and an external examiner appointed by the MG University. A candidate will be assessed on the basis of concept/knowledge, skill, viva and final output and his/her performance will be consolidated to 100. A candidate‟s performance is a sum of all three components and shall be for a maximum of 100 marks.
In case of project evaluation, right from the initial stages of defining the problem, the candidate conducts regular discussions with the guide and has to submit the progress reports periodically and also present the progress in the form of presentations before the project evaluation council. The final presentations will be evaluated by the project in-charges, guide and the HOD.
Parents are informed about their ward‟s performance after every internal examination. Open house is conducted so that the parents can personally meet the faculty and interact
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with them about the student‟s performance. This makes them aware of the criterion of the internal assessment and eligibility criterion to appear in the final examinations. As evaluation is the integral part of teaching learning process, the institution takes special care to make the internal assessment transparent by displaying the student‟s attendance and marks with clear division
2.5.6 What are the graduate attributes specified by the college/ affiliating university? How does the college ensure the attainment of these by the students?
Graduate Attributes specified by the affiliating university are listed below: i. Engineering Knowledge ii. Problem Analysis iii. Design & Development of Solutions iv. Investigation of Complex Problem v. Modern Tools Usage vi. Engineer and Society vii. Environment & Sustainability viii. Ethics ix. Individual & Team work x. Communication xi. Lifelong Learning xii. Project management & Finance
Program Educational Objectives (PEO‟s) are established by taking Vision and Mission of the institution as a basis to interact with various stakeholders, keeping in view these Graduate Attributes. Each Programme Curriculum and administrative system contributes towards the attainment of PEOs. The institution also undertakes co-curricular activities such as short-term add-on courses, workshops, conferences, seminars, guest lectures and student project exhibition towards the attainment of PEOs. If the PEO‟s are met, the institution can assess the extent to which Graduate Attributes are attained.
Program Outcomes describe what students are expected to know or be able to do by the time of graduation from the program. PO‟s are established through consultation process with the stake holders keeping these Graduate attributes as basis. The program outcomes are achieved through curriculum that offers a number of mandatory courses as well as elective courses. Each course has defined course outcomes that are mapped to the program outcomes and a set of performance criteria that are used to provide quantitative measurement of how well course outcomes are
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achieved. The courses are thus directly and quantitatively assessed, and are tied to the program outcomes. Therefore if the course outcomes are met, the program outcomes are met which effectively leads to the attainment of Graduate Attributes.
. 2.5.7 What are the mechanisms for redressal of grievances with reference to evaluation both at the college and University level?
The college has a well-structured and transparent mechanism for redressal of grievances with reference to evaluation both at college and university level. After every internal examination the faculty completes his/her valuation within a declared date and the marks are entered in the RSMS and teacher‟s personal register. Thus it becomes transparent to students, parents and other faculty in the institution. Any complaints/ grievances regarding the evaluation process can be presented before the faculty handling the course and if found genuine, the necessary changes are made. Internal marks once calculated will be displayed in RSMS as well as all notice boards for a few days. Grievance, if any, may be presented before the faculty in charge or the Class in charge. Sincere effort is made from the part of the faculty to solve the problem. Students can also approach the Head of the Department in case of grievances.
In case of grievances regarding external evaluation by MG University, students will have to give their papers for re-evaluation and a re-evaluation fee will be charged. The result will be announced within a specified interval and new mark list will be issued. MG University has a „Vice Chancellor‟s Grievance Cell‟
2.6 Student performance and Learning Outcomes
2.6.1 Does the college have clearly stated learning outcomes? If „yes‟ give details on how the students and staff are made aware of these?
YES. Expected learning outcomes refer to specific knowledge, practical skills, areas of professional development, attitudes, higher-order thinking skills, etc. that the institution expect its stakeholders to develop, learn, or master during a course. When the main goals for a course are articulated, we need to see whether students have achieved them, and then use the results to make our courses better.
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As this institution has already appeared for NBA accreditation process for our 5 UG Engineering programs, it was mandatory to Define, assess and evaluate these learning outcomes for every program offered by the institution and are named as Program Outcomes. In each program, the students and the faculty are made aware of the learning outcomes for each course which is clearly indicated in the curriculum provided to the students. Results of Assessment of program outcomes, are used to evaluate the effectiveness of academic programs and activities, and student services.
Program Outcomes for each Program are established through the consultation process with the stake holders keeping the Graduate Attributes to be attained as basis. Department Vision, Mission and Program Educational Objectives are also kept in view. The professional society‟s guidelines on curriculum and graduate outcomes are also considered.
The Program Outcomes are published at Department webpage of every department in the institution website eg: http://rajagiritech.ac.in/Home/ECE/index.asp Curriculum books Notice boards
Apart from this, Program outcomes are made reachable to all the stakeholders of the program through education, faculty workshops, student awareness workshops, student induction programs and faculty meetings.
2.6.2 Enumerate on how the institution monitors and communicates the progress and performance of students through the duration of the course/programme? Provide an analysis of the students results/achievements (Programme/course wise for last four years) and explain the differences if any and patterns of achievement across the programmes/courses offered.
The institution conducts two series examinations and a model examination for First year courses and one series examination and a model examination during one semester for other semesters. For a particular course, series examination includes part of their syllabus and model examination includes the whole syllabus. The faculty evaluates the students based on these two tests and the submitted assignments. Marks are entered into the Rajagiri Student Management System (RSMS) thus making it transparent to the student, other faculty and parents. The parents are also informed through letters, SMS and even telephonically (for academically weak students). The student‟s performance is closely monitored by their respective class in charges and faculty mentors. The
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mentors interact with the students and records it in their record book. They also interact with the concerned faculty to conduct special assignments, tests and make them solve previous question papers. The record of the whole evaluation process is transparent. The answer books are returned to the students and copies/original of the best, average and worst answer scripts are filed. The student‟s class attendance is also made transparent to the student, parents and other faculty through RSMS.
The evaluation of the student is based on the continuous assessment. The structure for evaluation is as follows.
1. The performance of a candidate in a course will be assessed for a maximum of 150 marks as explained below :
Internal Assessment marks - 50 External Assessment marks - 100
2. The internal marks are set by the faculty in charge based on the series and model examinations, submitted assignments and attendance percentage and the external marks are based on the exams conducted by the university.
Project Evaluation:
Right from the initial stages of defining the problem, the candidate conducts regular discussions with the guide and has to submit the progress reports periodically and also present the progress in the form of presentations before the project evaluation council. The final presentations will be evaluated by the project in-charges, guide and the HOD.
The parents are informed about the performance of the students through progress report, proctor system, counseling, open house, parent teachers meeting, College website, etc. The institution has the highest pass percentage amongst the engineering colleges under Mahatma Gandhi University with 38 ranks in eight years. RSET also occupies the second position amongst all the engineering colleges in the state as per the result analysis of the Directorate of Technical Education, Kerala State. Details have been provided below:
Course 2013-14 2012-13 2011-12
B.Tech(AEI) 71.19 74.58 78.95 B.Tech(CSE) 78.45 82.20 90.60 B.Tech(ECE) 82.91 76.67 84.03 B.Tech(EEE) 77.59 84.75 85.0
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B.Tech(IT) 65.52 52.5 67.24
Table 2.6.1: Result analysis: Pass percentage
BTech Course 2012-13 2011-12 2010-11 AEI 2 1 3 CSE - 1 - ECE 2 - 1 EEE - - - IT - - 1 Total 4 2 5 Table 2.6.2: No. of University Ranks in each academic year for B.Tech course MTech Course 2013-14 2012-13 2011-12 2010-2011 CSIS 1 1 1 3 IDC - - 1 - NE 3 3 - SP 3 3 1 NA VLSI 1 - - NA2 Total 8 7 3 5 Table 2.6.3: No. of University Ranks in each academic year for M.Tech course
2.6.3 How are the teaching, learning and assessment strategies of the institution structured to facilitate the achievement of the intended learning outcomes?
Towards the attainment of PO‟s , different course delivery methods/modes are adopted by the faculty including content delivery methods like Lecture interspersed with discussions, Lecture with a quiz, Tutorial, Demonstration ( Such as model, laboratory, field visit ), Group Discussion, Group Assignment/Project and Presentations. In addition to the syllabus mentioned in the curriculum, the students are exposed themselves as they are provided with the e-content through national and international portals such as:
NPTEL http://nptel.iitm.ac.in Stanford Engineering Everywhere (SEE) http://see.stanford.edu/ MIT Open Courseware http://ocw.mit.edu/index.htm
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Laboratory and project course work carried out as part of the program curriculum, contribute towards attainment of Program outcomes.
The various assessment tools for assessing the attainment of PO‟s are result analysis, graduand exit survey and alumni survey. Yearly assessment is carried out using Direct assessment tools like assignments, online examinations, Internal and External examinations and Indirect assessment tools including Program level statistics and Survey reports (Graduate Exit Survey, Alumni Survey and Employer Survey). Results of evaluation of achievement of the PO‟s have been used for redefining the PO‟s.
The assessment of program outcomes is structured below:
. Figure 2.5: Assessment of program outcomes
2.6.4 What are the measures/initiatives taken up by the institution to enhance the social and economic relevance (quality Jobs, entrepreneurship, innovation and research aptitude) of the courses offered?
The college is organizing a number of outreach activities which relate to academic, social, cultural, community service etc. This helps in building a healthy society. The institution has formulated various clubs and encourages the students for participating in various social activities organized by the clubs. The clubs
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like NSS, nature club, energy conservation and ENCON club organizes several activities every year. The students are encouraged to actively participate in these activities.
The college with the help of many voluntary organizations and NGOs organizes the outreach programs. The institute has conducted several activities like Suchithwa Bodana Yathra, awareness programmes on drug abuse, cybercrimes etc., Blood donation camps, medical camps, organ donation campaigns, orphanage visits, energy conservation campaigns, cleaning programs, tree plantation programmes, literacy programmes etc. The expenditures for the same are generally borne by such organizations.
Talks by alumni who have started their own entrepreneurship activities are organized both at college level and department level. The departments are well equipped with knowledgeable Human resources in the form of members of faculty who by keeping themselves of developments offer guidance to the prospective professionals in addition to the classroom teaching. The Industry-institute Interaction cell and Entrepreneurship development cell have been pushing efforts in this direction.
The institution facilitates career guidance including counseling for higher studies, industry interaction for training/internship/placement, Entrepreneurship cell and incubation facility.
Functions of the Placement & Training Cell:
1. To plan, schedule and conduct the placement drive for final year students. 2. To establish a relationship with companies that visit for recruitment. 3. To provide training program for all students so as to make them prepared for the placement process. 4. To attract core companies to the campus. 5. To provide students with journals, magazines, newspapers etc. through the college library to make them aware of job opportunities abroad and in public sector units.
Career advancement: The Training and Placement cell has been active not only in arranging campus recruitment drives, but also offering awareness and training for the students.
1. Spread awareness about different career opportunities pertaining to different branches of Engineering.
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2. To conduct workshops, lectures, seminars on higher education and career opportunities. 3. Provide coaching for competitive examinations.
The following are the programs conducted by the Placement & training cell for improving the skills of the students.
Sl No. Course/ Status of the Level at Duration Resource Activity Course which it is Persons offered 1 English Co-Academics First One Year Internal Semester 2 Communication Curricular Third One Internal Skills Semester Semester 3 Aptitude Co-Academics Seventh One External Training Semester Semester 4 Personality Co-Academics Seventh One External Development Semester Semester 5 GATE Co-Academics Third and One Year Internal Coaching Fourth Year 6 Workshops Co-Academics All One/Two Internal and Semesters Days External 7 Guest Lectures Co-Academics All One/Two External Semesters Hours Table 2.6.4: Programs conducted by the Placement & Training cell
To inculcate a true spirit of entrepreneurship among the students, the institution has an Entrepreneurship Cell .It provides a platform to encourage the students to start their own commercial ventures.
1. To provide incubation facilities for start-ups 2. To Spread awareness about the benefits of entrepreneurship and the opportunities available for entrepreneurs in form of government schemes. 3. Increase interaction with successful entrepreneurs.
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4. Organize programs during cultural & technical festivals that foster entrepreneurship.
The institution also has an Industry Institute Interaction Cell formed with faculty nominees from each department. The function of the cell is to plan, organize and monitor all activities of the institution with industrial organizations. Various programs are being regularly conducted to expose our faculty and students to the industrial environment. The functions of this cell can be summarized as:
1. Promote interaction between industry and institute for the betterment of engineering education offered at RSET. 2. Provides opportunities to the faculty and students to get familiarized with the practices of industry and its associated activities. 3. Conduct training programs for faculty/students. 4. Organize industry visits and industrial training for students 5. Provide opportunities for students to interact with senior executives from various industries. 6. Develop academic-industry interface by undertaking R&D projects, student projects, consultancy services etc. 7. Organize seminars, workshops and technical talks for faculty and students.
2.6.5 How does the institution collect and analyse data on student learning outcomes and use it for planning and overcoming barriers of learning?
The process involved in Assessment of Program Outcomes is summarized in the figure below.
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Figure 2.6: Assessment of program outcomes
Assessment is carried out yearly. Assessment Tools used are:
1. Direct Assessment Tools
a) Home Assignment-Each and every student is assigned with course related tasks during every course work once or twice and assessment will be done based on their performance. Grades are assigned depending on their innovation in solving/deriving the problems.
b) Assignment - The assignment is a qualitative performance assessment tool designed to assess students' knowledge of engineering practices, framework, and problem solving. An analytic rubric was developed to assess student‟s knowledge with respect to the learning outcomes associated with the scenario tool.
c) Online Examination- Online Examination System is a Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) based examination system that provides an easy to use environment for both Test Conductors and Students appearing for Examination.
d) Sessional - This type of performance assessment is carried out during the examination sessions which are held twice a semester. Each and every sessional is focused on attaining the course outcomes.
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e) Semester End Examination-Semester End examination is a metric for assessing whether all the POs are attained or not. Examination is more focused on attainment of course outcomes and program outcomes using a descriptive exam .
2. Indirect Assessment Tools
a) Program level statistics - At the end of every academic year annual report is developed where the statistics of students who have participated in professional bodies / student chapters / workshops / seminars / conferences / paper presentations / internships / industry visit etc. is prepared. This statement is considered to indirectly assess the PO‟s.
b) Survey reports - Indirect assessment strategies may be easily implemented by embedding them in the end-of-course evaluation form, Alumni Survey and Employer Survey.
After assessment, the collected data are analysed and adopts the following steps to overcome the barrier which hinder PO achievement: Assignments , Extra Lectures and Tutorial sessions are conducted For the better attainment of PO‟s, each Department Advisory Committee identifies the gaps in the syllabus considering the flow of the subject with the syllabus and the recent trends in technology.
a) Measures to bridge the course level gaps include: 1. Addition of few topics beyond the syllabus to the courses. 2. Conduction of new experiments in the labs
b) Measures to bridge program level gaps include: 1. Addition of few add-on topics to the courses as and when needed. 2. Organization of Guest Lectures, Quizzes, Group Discussions, Industrial tours, Seminars and Workshops to supplement student learning for industry readiness. 3. Organization of Communication and Character improvement programmers to improve the soft skills for achieving placements in reputed companies. 4. Organization of short term industry oriented courses by Continuing Education Cell & the respective department.
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2.6.6 How does the institution monitor and ensure the achievement of learning outcomes?
The program outcomes defined for each Program are achieved through curriculum that offers a number of mandatory courses as well as elective courses. Each course has defined course outcomes that are mapped to the program outcomes and a set of performance criteria that are used to provide quantitative measurement of how well course outcomes are achieved. After running the programme as per the above curriculum, the Assessment Committee assesses the attainment of PEOs and reports to the Department Advisory Committee. The Program Educational Objectives are established through meetings of an advisory committee consisting of student representatives, alumni representatives, and representatives of industry, HOD, members of faculty and employer representatives.
Towards the attainment of PO‟s , different course delivery methods/modes are adopted by the faculty including content delivery methods like Lecture interspersed with discussions, Lecture with a quiz, Tutorial, Demonstration ( Such as model, laboratory, field visit ), Group Discussion, Group Assignment/ Project and Presentations. In addition to the syllabus mentioned in the curriculum, the students are exposed themselves as they are provided with the e-content through national and international portals such as:
NPTEL http://nptel.iitm.ac.in Stanford Engineering Everywhere (SEE) http://see.stanford.edu/ MIT Open Courseware http://ocw.mit.edu/index.htm
Laboratory and project course work carried out as part of the program curriculum, contribute towards attainment of Program outcomes.
Assessment is carried out yearly. After assessment, the collected data are analysed and adopts the following steps to overcome the barrier which hinder PO achievement:
Assignments , Extra Lectures and Tutorial sessions are conducted For the better attainment of PO‟s, each Department Advisory Committee identifies the gaps in the syllabus considering the flow of the subject with the syllabus and the recent trends in technology. c) Measures to bridge the course level gaps include:
Addition of few topics beyond the syllabus to the courses. Conduction of new experiments in the labs
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d) Measures to bridge program level gaps include:
Addition of few add-on topics to the courses as and when needed. Organization of Guest Lectures, Quizzes, Group Discussions, Industrial tours, Seminars and Workshops to supplement student learning for industry readiness. Organization of Communication and Character improvement programmers to improve the soft skills achieving placements in reputed companies. Organization of short term industry oriented courses by Continuing Education Cell & the respective department.
2.6.7 Does the institution and individual teachers use assessment/ evaluation outcomes as an indicator for evaluating student performance, achievement of learning objectives and planning? If „yes‟ provide details on the process and cite a few examples.
For every course included in the Program, the faculty handling the course defines a set of course outcomes describing what the students are expected to know after learning each course. Course outcomes are oriented towards achieving the respective program outcomes.
While handling a course, every faculty enters a set of Course Outcome feedback questionnaire online and after the end of the respective semester, each student attempts/evaluates the set of questions entered by the faculty thus providing a measure of achievement of course outcomes.
Online course outcome assessment report is generated and sent to the respective faculty and Head of the Department. The report is evaluated by the HOD and results are discussed in the Staff Department meetings. Necessary steps to improve and maintain a good Feedback is discussed and formulated and are implemented in the following semester. Steps taken are oriented towards achieving the course outcomes thereby achieving the program outcomes.
The process of assessment of each course is based on several assessment tools as detailed below.
Assessment Assessment Criterion Data Faculty CO Tool Collection Responsible
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Course Based on the Course in Outcome evaluation of Course Once in a Charge Feedback Feedback Form semester Continuous Based on their Class Evaluation Performance Once in a (Assignment, Tests, semester Course in Course Seminars..) Charge Name University Based on their Result performance in Once in a Course in University exams semester Charge Table 2.6.5: Course Assessment Tools
The course assessment rubric is also detailed below. Assessment
Methods Excellent Very Good Course Satisfactory(2) Poor (1) with (5) Good (4) (3) weightage No of No of No of Course No of No of Students Students Students Outcome Students Students Selected Selected Selected Feedback Selected the Selected the the Option the Option the Option (20%) Option Option
CO Continuous >40 35 – 40 30 – 35 evaluation 25 – 30 marks <25 marks marks marks marks (40%)
University >80 70 – 80 60-70 50-60 marks <50 marks Result marks marks marks (40%) Table 2.6.6: Course Assessment Rubric
The results of the evaluation process is analysed and the level of attainment of program outcomes is also analysed. Course outcome Feedback Analysis for third semester of Electronics and Communication Program is shown below: Name of the Course Outcome Subject Rating subject Code CO1 CO2 CO3 CO4 CO5 CO6 CO7 CO8 EN0101 Engineering 3.72 3.65 3.75 3.71 301A Mathematics II Economics and EN010 302 Communication 4.09 4.07 3.83 3.77 3.67 3.89 Skills
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EC010 303 Network Theory 3.69 3.65 3.63 3.66 Solid State EC010 304 3.56 3.20 3.30 3.27 3.24 3.25 3.30 Devices EC010 305 Analog Circuits I 3.06 3.17 2.90 2.74 2.88 2.92 2.80 2.85 2.91 Computer EC010 306 3.68 3.68 3.59 3.55 3.43 3.58 Programming Analog Circuits EC010 307 3.38 3.38 Lab EC010 308 Programming Lab 3.63 3.31 3.44 3.18 3.22 3.36 Table 2.6.7: Sample for Course Outcome Feedback Analysis
Programme outcome assessment results for Electronics and Communication Program based on CO feedback of S3 is also detailed below.
Subje Name of the Programme Outcomes ct subject a b c d e f g h i j k l Code EN010 Engineering 3.71 3.71 3.71 3.71 3.71 3.71 1301A Mathematics II Economics and EN010 Communication 3.89 3.89 3.89 3.89 3.89 3.89 3.89 3.89 3.89 3.89 302 Skills Network EC010 3.66 3.66 3.66 3.66 3.66 3.66 3.66 3.66 3.66 Theory 303 Solid State EC010 3.30 3.30 3.30 3.30 3.30 3.30 3.30 Devices 304 Analog Circuits EC010 2.91 2.91 2.91 2.91 2.91 2.91 2.91 I 305 Computer EC010 3.58 3.58 3.58 3.58 3.58 3.58 3.58 Programming 306 Analog Circuits EC010 3.38 3.38 3.38 3.38 3.38 3.38 3.38 3.38 3.38 Lab 307 Programming EC010 3.36 3.36 3.36 3.36 3.36 3.36 3.36 Lab 308
AVERAGE 3.47 3.41 3.47 3.63 3.47 3.89 3.63 3.47 3.47 3.77 3.37 3.77 Table 2.6.8: Sample for Program Outcome Feedback Analysis using Course Outcome Feedback
The institution and individual teachers use these assessment/ evaluation outcomes as an indicator for evaluating student performance, achievement of learning objectives and
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plans various measures to rectify the gaps if necessary. Various steps are taken to ensure the course outcomes are obtained and thereby achieve the Program outcomes.
CRITERION III
RESEARCH, COUNSULTANCY & EXTENSION
3.1 Promotion of Research
3.1.1 Does the institution have recognized research center/s of the affiliating University or any other agency/organization? No
3.1.2 Does the Institution have a research committee to monitor and address the issues of research? If so, what is its composition? Mention a few recommendations made by the committee for implementation and their impact.
Yes. The institution has a committee for Administrative & Managerial Monitoring of Sponsored Research Projects (AMMSRP). The committee is constituted as follows 1. Prof. Kuttyamma. A.J., (IT), Chairperson 2. Prof. K. Rama Varma, (ECE) member
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3. Ms. Sonia Paul (BSH), member and 4. Fr. Mejo Paul, (EEE), member.
All the project proposals shall be registered with the AMMSRP. Committee shall scrutinize all project proposals and keep track of various stages like i. preliminary presentation at the HoD meeting ii. sanction from the Funding agency iii. periodic reviews and iv. completion
The AMMSRP committee also will monitor the financial status of the project regularly. Key responsibilities of Committee for Administrative and Managerial Monitoring of Sponsored Research Projects (AMMSRP): Identifying the avenues for sponsorship of research projects, e.g. DSTE, SERB, UGC, DeitY, AICTE, NRB etc. Making the information about such sponsorships readily available to faculty members interested in taking up research projects Providing administrative support to PIs in preparing project proposals and obtaining sanction from funding agencies Monitoring progress of projects by ensuring timely submission of progress reports by PIs Monitoring financial status of the projects Assisting PIs in requests for extensions as per procedures Ensuring the completion of the project and tabling of closure report by PIs Monitoring consultancy services offered by the faculty members.
Each department has constituted several research groups. The composition of the research groups are given in table 3.1.9.
The college has set up a weekly research hour for every department. Every department has its own strategic plan for the research promotion utilizing the weekly research hour. The student projects for UG and PG courses are conducted in the college under the guidance of the research groups. The research groups are taking up long term and short term research projects. Internally funded research projects are also taken up by the research groups.
Impact of the Departmental Research promotion activity: Several consultancy works have been taken up by the faculty members of various departments. Faculty members have published several research papers in Journals and Conferences.
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Faculty members are pursuing their doctoral programs in reputed institutions. The institution subscribes about 35 print scholarly research journals and e-journal package which includes IEEE/IET Electronic Library (IEL), Springer, Elsevier – Science Direct, ASME, ASCE, J-Gate and ASTM journals. Consultancy works taken up by the faculty members are provided in the table 3.5.1. Research grants received from AICTE and the Govt. bodies are listed in the table 3.2.4.
The list of faculty pursuing PhD is in table 3.1.1 Sl. Name of Faculty Department University No. 1. Mr. Jaison Jacob ECE CUSAT 2. Ms. Rithu James CUSAT 3. Ms. Jisa David CET 4. Mr. Siddharth Shelly Amrita 5. Ms. Dhanya P. M. CSE CUSAT 6. Ms. Elizabeth Isaac VIT 7. Ms. Gopika S. SRM 8. Ms. Jomina John VIT 9. Ms. Mary Priya Sebastian CUSAT 10. Mr. Paul Augustine VIT 11. Ms. Sangeetha Jamal SRM 12. Ms. Shimmi Asokan CUSAT 13. Ms. Sminu Izudheen CUSAT 14. Ms. Tripti C. CUSAT 15. Mr. Varghese S. Chooralil 16. Ms. Meena V AE NIT, Calicut 17. Ms. Hari C. V. NIT, Calicut 18. Mr. Binu R. DBS M.G. University 19. Mr. Yogesh Prasad CUSAT 20. Mr. Balesh K. CUSAT 21. Mr.Darshan Lal M. Nair NIT Calicut 22. Mr. Rejeesh T. Chacko Kerala university 23. Mr. Shibu P.P. Karpagam University Coimbatore 24. Ms. Sonia Paul M.G.University 25. Ms. Anju C. M.G.University 26. Ms. Rinu Alice Koshy EEE NIT Calicut
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27. Mr. Thomas K.P. VIT Vellore 28. Mr. Ginnes K. John Amrita, Coimbatore 29. Mr. Unnikrishnan L. VIT Chennai 30. Mr. Manoj G. Tharian ME Ship Technology, CUSAT 31. Fr. Joel George Pullolil CMI NIT Calicut 32. Mr. Vineeth Krishna P. SRM, Chennai 33. Ms. Aysha Zeneeb Majeed CE IIT, Chennai 34. Mr. Binu A. IT CUSAT 35. Mr. Biju Paul Vels University Chennai 36. Ms. Saritha S. CUSAT 37. Ms. Preetha K. G. CUSAT 38. Ms. Jisha G. Anna University Chennai 39. Ms. Neeba E. A. Vel Tech University Chennai 40. Mr. Mujeebudheen Khan A. I. VIT Chennai 41. Mr. Arun Soman VIT Chennai 42. Ms. Lakshmi K. S. SRM University Chennai 43. Ms. Nikhila T. Bhuvan CUSAT Table 3.1.1: Faculty pursuing PhD 3.1.3 What are the measures taken by the institution to facilitate smooth progress and implementation of research schemes/projects?
The institution has taken the following measures to facilitate smooth progress and implementation of research schemes and projects.
The institution has a committee for Administrative & Managerial Monitoring of Sponsored Research Projects (AMMSRP). All the project proposals shall be registered with the AMMSRP. Committee shall scrutinize all project proposals and keep track of various stages like i. preliminary presentation at the HoD meeting ii. sanction from the Funding agency iii. periodic reviews and iv. completion The AMMSRP committee also will monitor the financial status of the project regularly. The committee is constituted as follows e. Prof. Kuttyamma. A.J., (IT), Chairperson f. Prof. K. Rama Varma, (ECE) member g. Ms. Sonia Paul (BSH), member and
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h. Fr. Mejo Paul, (EEE), member.
Faculty members have free access to Institutional facilities to carry out research work. Institution bears 50% of the conference registration fee of a conference subject to a maximum of Rs 5000/- in an academic year. Honorarium is granted to the faculty member who is the principal investigator of a research project funded by national agencies. Financial incentives are provided to the faculty and students for presenting research work in a conference. A reward of Rs. 3000 is given for presenting papers in national conferences and Rs. 6000 for presenting in international conferences, provided the paper is published in conference proceedings with ISBN. Faculty is encouraged to publish their research work in reputed journals and the criteria for the incentives is in table 3.1.2. The detail of beneficiaries is in table 3.1.4. Incentives are also granted to the faculty member who takes consultancy project from an industry/research organization if the income from the project exceeds Rs. 2.5 lakhs per year. Additional facilities in terms of space and infrastructure are also provided for supporting the research and consultancy works. Type of Research Quality Type of Article Support Journal Refereed journals International Full paper Rs. 5000 Indexed journals Impact factor Full paper Rs. 10000 below 1 Impact factor Full paper Rs. 12000 between 1 and 2 Impact factor Full paper Rs. 15000 between 2 and 3 Impact factor Full paper Rs. 20000 between 3 and 5 Impact factor Full paper Rs. 25000 between 5 and above Table 3.1.2: Criteria for Incentives for Publications
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Labs are equipped with high end facilities and software for taking up and executing research projects
The institution provides funds for internal projects. The details of the funds received are in table 3.1.3.
Amount Period Sl. Depart Principal Name of the Project Sanctio of the No ment Investigator ned project 1 VLSI Design of fast Analog ECE Dr. Jobin K. 5 lakhs 24 to Digital Converter (ADC) Antony Months based on optimal comparators 2 VLSI Design of low power ECE Walter Joseph 5 lakhs 24 high sensitivity CMOS Months voltage frequency converters for wireless sensor networks 3 VLSI Design of Built-In ECE Mr. Rony Antony 5 lakhs 24 Self Test (BIST) for P. Months Multiple Memories in System on Chip (SoC) 4 Development of compact ECE Dr. Deepti Das 8.5 36 micro-strip antennas based Krishna lakhs months on Meta-Materials 5 Measurement of Spectrum ECE Mr .Jaison Jacob 4 lakhs 36 utilisation in Rajagiri Valley months area 6 Medical Image Processing AE Dr. Abraham Rs. 3 2012 – System Based on Thomas lakhs 2017 TMS320C6748 DSP Processor 7 Can filling and case packing AE Prof. Dominic 1.65 3 years system with manipulator Mathew Lakhs (2012- arm Co-investigators: 15) Mr. Krishnakumar K.P. and Mr. Balu Raveendran
Table 3.1.3: Funds Received for Internal Projects
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Year No. of Beneficiaries 2014 7 2013 21 2012 9 2011 2 Table 3.1.4: Beneficiaries of Remuneration for Paper Publication & Registration Charges
3.1.4 What are the efforts made by the institution in developing scientific temper and research culture and aptitude among students?
Our institution follows an outcome based teaching and learning process. The students are encouraged to do research projects. The post graduate students interact with the faculty members and do research projects. A good number of under graduate students also undertake research projects. Many of these works have been published in journals and conferences. The institution encourages the students in all research activities. The following are some of the highlighting features:
The institution has constituted an Innovation Promotion Council to identify and promote talented young innovators who also have the prospect of becoming Entrepreneurs. The council consists of the following members:
a. Prof. Dominic Mathew, Dept. of AEI: Chairman b. Prof. Rama Varma, Dept. of ECE c. Mr. L. Unnikrishnan, Dept. of EEE d. Mr. Robin Cyriac, Dept. of CS e. Ms. Nikhila T. Bhuvan, Dept. of IT f. Mr. Sidheek P.A., Dept. of ME – Coordinator g. Ms. Prathibha P.K., Dept. of EEE
Whenever any student/ a team of students comes out with flying colours in any open competition outside RSET and win a prize money, the Management of RSET may give 10% of the prize money to the student/team provided the student/team present themselves at the contest as official nominees of RSET
a. Libin Varghese & Mebin Joseph, student's of M.Tech IDAC 2012 – 2014 batch of EEE Department, won the third prize at Yuva Mastermind Contest-conducted by Malayalam Manorama. The award was given away by Dr. K. Radhakrishnan, Chairman, ISRO on 29th January 2013.
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b. Bivil M. Jacob & Hashim P. Kamal of 2010 – 2014 batch of B. Tech CSE presented a paper in the 7th ACM International workshop on Network-on-chip Architecture (NoCArc – 14) held in conjunction with the IEEE International Symposium on Micro Architecture (MICRO – 2014) at the Cambridge University, UK on 13th December 2014. As a token of appreciation the Management awarded an amount of Rs. 10,000/- each.
c. Mr. Joffin George of 2010 – 2015 batch of B. Tech Applied Electronics won Best Project Award in the National Technical Model Exhibition held at IIITM, Gwalior for his project “Advanced Crack Detector and Welder Robot”. He was given an amount of Rs. 2,000 as a token of appreciation.
Faculty member guiding the students shall take all efforts to see that the patent application if any will be filed.
RRCC conducts Year Round Poster Competition for first year B. Tech students. The students are grouped into the different research groups. They prepare and present a poster on some topic in that area.
The institution has successfully organized an international conference International Conference on Advances in Computing & Communications (ICACC) in the last four consecutive years 2011, 2012, 2013 & 2014 and ICACC 2015 has been announced to be conducted in September 2015.
The institution has also organized the following conferences
a. International Conference and workshop on Fractals and wavelets
b. First International Conference on Eco-friendly Computing and Communication Systems, ICECCS 2012
All the departments regularly conduct technical workshops and seminars with the support from the institution including financial support.
Students have free access to Institutional facilities to carry out research work.
Financial incentives are provided to the faculty and students for presenting research work in a conference. A reward of Rs. 3000 is given for presenting papers in national conferences and Rs. 6000 for presenting in international conferences, provided the paper is published in conference proceedings with ISBN. Faculty is encouraged to publish their
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research work in reputed journals and the incentive for the same is as given in the table in the section 3.1.3.
The College funds money to short-term and long-term faculty-led student projects.
3.1. 5 Give details of the faculty involvement in active research (Guiding student research, leading Research Projects, engaged in individual/collaborative research activity, etc.
Faculty members guiding student research are listed below
1. Dr. A. Unnikrishnan, Dept. of Electrical & Electronics Engineering, registered guide at Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), Kochi.
2. Dr. John M. George, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, registered guide at Kerala University and Anna University.
3. Dr. Vinodkumar P. B., Dept. of Basic Sciences & Humanities, registered guide at Christ University and Calicut University.
The faculty members have also taken up research projects and consultancy and the same is listed in the table 3.1.5.
Sl. Academic Faculty Name Dept. No Year 1. Dr. Vinodkumar P. B. 2013-2016 DBSH 2011-2014 2. Dr.-Ing. Varghese Panthalookaran 2012-2015 DBSH 2010-2011 3. Dr. Jobin K. Antony 2013 ECE 4. Mr.Walter Joseph 2013 ECE
5. Mr. Rony Antony P 2013 ECE
6. Dr. Deepti Das Krishna 2013 ECE
7. Mr. Jaison Jacob 2013 ECE
8. Dr. Abraham Thomas 2012-2017 AEI
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9. Prof. Dominic Mathew 2012 – 2015 AEI 10. Prof. K. S. Mathew 2011-2012 CSE 11. Prof. J.T. Kuncheria 2014 EEE 12. Mr. Binu A. 2013-2015 IT Table 3.1.5: Faculty Involved in Research Activities and Consultancy
3.1.6 Give details of workshops/ training programmes/ sensitization programmes conducted/organized by the institution with focus on capacity building in terms of research and imbibing research culture among the staff and students.
The institution regularly conducts several workshops, training programmes, seminars, FDPs etc. The detailed list of the events conducted by the institution is in table 3.1.6. Each department also conducts such programmes. The consolidated list of the number of events and guest lectures organized by the departments the last 3 academic years are in the table. 3.1.7 and 3.1.8.
Sl. Targeted Dates Workshop Name Organized By No. Audience 2013-2014 June 281. - 1 Academic Retreat Rajagiri College Of All Faculty 1 29 Social Science, Kalamassery May2 22- Public Oration Skill RSET Chinchu Krishna 2 23 Training S, Divya James, Arun Soman, Mujeebhudeen Khan, Abey Abraham 3 May 3-5 Workshop On Big Data RSET Registered 2014 Analytics Members From All Dept. April2 23- 3-day Workshop On Data RSET Saritha s, Divya 4 25 2014 Mining Tools and its James, Lakshmi Application K S 105 Dec, 16 Faculty Development RSET Registered 5 Dec 2013 Program in Enhanced Members From Teaching Methods Using All Dept. Moodle
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6 29-30 Nov Training Program On Christ University DIT Faculty 2013 Mentoring 7 19th Workshop On Cloud RSET DIT Faculty October Computing On 2013 ANEKHA Platform 8 4th A Talk On Good Eating RSET Faculty October Habits And Nutrition 2013 5-86 July Workshop On RSET DIT Faculty and 2013 Internetworking Lab and Faculty Computer members From Engg. Colleges Affiliated to MG University 2012-2013 1 18-21 Training Program On RSET DIT Faculty June 2013 IBM Rational Seed 2 3rd may to Short Term Training RSET DIT Faculty 10th may Program On Research 2013 Frontiers in Networking, Clustering, & Cloud Computing 3 May 14 SDR 2013 RSET Prof. 2013 Kuttyamma A J 4 25-27 Retreat Christ University, DIT Faculty March Bangalore 2013 5 Feb 22-24 3 Day Workshop On RSET DIT Faculty 2013 Open Source ToolsFor Academic Activities 6 23 Jan Workshop On Network RSET DIT Faculty and 2013 Programming Lab Faculty members From Engg. Colleges Affiliated to MG University 7 3rd Dec FDP On Applications Of RSET 2012 Mathematics 8 Nov 28th A Talk On Nutritional RSET
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2012 Needs Of Youth And Good 9 Nov 17th 23rd annual Convention Seethi Sahib Prof. 2012 Of ISTE Memorial Kuttyamma A J Polytechnic College 10 July 20 Faculty Induction RSET DIT Faculty 2012 Programme joined on or after jan 1,2013 11 July 9th A Talk on”The Heart of RSET DIT Faculty 2012 Multicare Design – Network On Chips” 2011-2012 1 March 2 2012 A Lecture On “ RSET DIT Faculty Rajagiri In Pursuit of Excellence” 2 21st Jan2012 A Talk On RSET All Faculty Excellence in Members Leadership Lecture 3 12-22 Dec Level 2 FDP RSET Registered DIT 2011 Faculty. 4 21-30 Nov Level 1 FDP RSET Registered DIT Faculty. 5 14-22 Nov Faculty Induction RSET DIT Faculty 2011 Programme joined After 1st June 2010. Table 3.1.6: Events Organized by the Institution Events Organised by Faculty (Last 3 Sl. No. Department Name Academic Years) 1 AEI 19 2 IT 30 3 ECE 17 4 ME 6 5 CSE 21 6 CE 1 7 EEE 4 Table 3.1.7: Events Organized by the Departments Sl. No. Department Name Guest Lectures (Last 3 Academic Years) 1 AEI 11 2 IT 42
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3 ECE 27 4 ME 8 5 CSE 37 6 CE 2 7 EEE 9 Table 3.1.8: Guest Lectures Organized by the Departments
Detailed list of the workshops, FDPs, seminars, guest lectures etc. organized by the various departments is given in the Department Evaluation Report.
3.1.7 Provide details of prioritised research areas and the expertise available with the institution
Sl. Research Group Department Faculty Members No. 1 Instrumentation Design & Prof. P. R. Madhava Panicker Development Ms. Shanmugha priya M Ms. Priya S Ms. Aparna George Mr. Anish T Applied Fr. Joseph C. Electronics Fr. Thomas 2 Process Control & Prof. Dominic Mathew Instrumentati Mr. Krishnakumar K.P on Mr. Balu Raveedran Ms. Sukanya R Warier Ms. Mary Hexy 3 Biomedical Instrumentation & Dr. Abraham Thomas Signal Processing Ms. Meena V. Ms. Liza Annie Joseph 4 Computer Architecture Mr. Santhosh K. M. Ms. Deepa John Ms. Elizabeth Isaac Mr. Jayarajan J. N. Mr. Febin P. Jacob 5 Computer Networking Ms. Tripti C. Computer Ms. Anita John Science & Ms. Jyotsna A. Engineering Ms. Diya Thomas Fr. Jaison Paul Mulerickal Mr. Sandy Joseph 6 Computer Security Mr. Biju Abraham N. Ms. Jomina John 7 Data Mining Ms. Sminu Izudheen Mr. Varghese S. Chooralil
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8 Image Processing Ms. Gopika S. Mr. Paul Augustine Ms. Jincy J. Fernandez Ms. Amitha Mathew 9 Natural Language Processing Ms. Dhanya P. M. Ms. Mary Priya Sebastian Ms. Sangeetha Jamal 10 Theoretical Computer Science Ms. Shimmi Asokan 11 Sustainable Energy Research Mr. Jebin Francis Group – Solar PV 12 Power Electronics & Drives Electrical & Mr. Ginnes K John Group Electronics 13 Power Systems Research Engineering Ms. Santhi B Group 14 Energy Management Group Ms. Prathibha P K
15 VLSI & Embedded systems Dr. Jobin K Antony group Mr Anoop Thomas Mr .Bonifus P L Mr Dhanesh M.S Mr JaisonVarghese John Ms. Maleeha Abdul Azeez Mr. Rony Antony Ms Tressa Michael 16 Signal Processing Ms. Harsha A Mr. Sreekumar G. Ms. Rithu James Electronics Mr Jaison Jaicob & Ms Swapna Davis Communicati Ms Anila Kuriakose on Ms. Jisa David Engineering Mr. Delson Therambath Rajanbabu Ms. Preethi Bhaskaran 17 Communication Systems Dr. Deepthy Das Krishna Mr Jaison Jacob Ms Swapna Davis Mr.Walter Joseph Ms.Deepthy .G.S Ms Sunitha Wilson Mr.Abhishek Vishwakumar Mr Jaison Jacob Ms.Santhi Jabarani 18 Energy research – Solar, Dr. John M. George(Lead) Mechnical Thermal systems Mr. Gopalakrishna Pillai A. Engineering Mr. James Mathew
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Mr. Akash James Mr. Micky Basil Mr. John Paul C. D. 19 Computer Aided Engineering – Mr. Manoj G. Tharian (Lead) CFD, FEM Mr. Jithin P.N. 20 Manufacturing Engineering – Dr. Thankachan T. Pullan (Lead) Production, Materials, Mr. Sidheek P.A. Metallurgy, CAM Mr. Uday Sankar K. Mr. Jibin Noble Mr. Vineeth Krishna P. Mr. Mathew Baby Mr. Senjo Manuel Mr. Jeffin Johnson 21 Distributed Computing and Mr. Binu A. System Ms. Kuttyamma A J Ms. Chinchu Krishna 22 Ms. Preetha K. G. Ms. Biju Paul Ms. Jisha G Networks Ms. Mary John Information Mr. Mujeebhudheen Khan Technology Mr. Arun Soman Mr. Abey Abraham 23 Computational Data Science Ms. Saritha S. Ms. Neeba E A Ms. Divya James Ms. Lakshmi S Ms. Nikhila T Bhuvan Table 3.1.9: Research Areas and Expertise
3.1.8 Enumerate the efforts of the institution in attracting researchers of eminence to visit the campus and interact with teachers and students?
The institution conducts conferences, seminars, invited talks, FDPs, workshops, short term courses etc. regularly. Researchers, academicians and experienced people from industry are invited as resource persons for these programmes. Keynote speakers and resource persons who delivered plenary talks in the conferences is listed in the table 3.7.2. The number of best academicians and researchers who have visited our campus in the recent past is listed in the table 3.1.10.
Number of Best Academicians Sl. No. Department Name Visited (Last 3 Years)
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1 AEI 39 2 IT 21 3 ECE 16 4 ME 19 5 CSE 36 6 CE 2 7 EEE 8 Table 3.1.10: Number of Best Academicians Visited 3.1.9. What percentage of the faculty has utilized Sabbatical Leave for research activities? How has the provision contributed to improve the quality of research and imbibe research culture on the campus? No
3.1.10. Provide details of the initiatives taken up by the institution in creating awareness/advocating/transfer of relative findings of research of the institution and elsewhere to students and community (lab to land)
The institution has taken up the following initiatives in creating awareness/advocating/transfer of relative findings of research of the institution and elsewhere. i. Regularly organizing an international conference “International Conference on Advances in Computing & Communications (ICACC)”. The first conference was conducted in 2011, and the fifth conference is scheduled in September 2015.
ii. Organized an international conference “International Conference on Eco-friendly Computing and Communication Systems (ICECCS)” in 2012.
iii. Organized “International conference and workshop on Fractals and Wavelets” in November 2013.
iv. Special invited talks, workshops, seminars etc. are conducted on the recent topics.
v. IEEE All India student conference to be hosted by the institution on August 7-9, 2015.
vi. Bivil M. Jacob & Hashim P. Kamal of 2010 – 2014 batch of B. Tech CSE presented a paper in the 7th ACM International workshop on Network-on-chip Architecture (NoCArc – 14) held in conjunction with the IEEE International Symposium on Micro Architecture (MICRO – 2014) at the Cambridge University, UK on 13th December
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2014. As a token of appreciation the Management awarded an amount of Rs. 10,000/- each.
vii. Encouraging the faculty and students to participate in the national and international conferences held in other institutions and reimbursing 50% of the registration fee for attending such technical conferences.
viii. Funding the internal research activities of the faculty members.
ix. PG student projects are based on the findings in the international publications and the students are encouraged to publish technical papers based on the findings of their final year project work.
x. UG students are also encouraged to do projects based on the findings in the international publications.
xi. Providing access to national and international journals thereby encouraging the faculty to keep themselves updated with the recent developments in their respective areas of research.
The number of faculty publications is provided in the table 3.4.5.
3.2 Resource Mobilization for Research
3.2.1 What percentage of the total budget is earmarked for research? Give details of major heads of expenditure, financial allocation and actual utilization.
Financial Financial Allocation Actual Utilization Year 2013-2014 10,00,000 9,98,347 2012-2013 15,00,000 13,12,188 2011-2012 10,00,000 7,11,299 2010-2011 10,00,000 9,24,320 Table 3.2.1: Budget for Research
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3.2.2 Is there a provision in the institution to provide seed money to the faculty for research? If so, specify the amount disbursed and the percentage of the faculty that has availed the facility in the last four years?
No
3.2.3 What are the financial provisions made available to support student research projects by students?
Research labs are established in every department and are equipped with facilities for the UG and PG students to take project work in the college itself. Institution subscribes 35 print scholarly research journals and a good collection of online research journals including IEEE/IET Electronic Library, Springer, Elsevier – Science Direct, ASME, ASCE, J-Gate and ASTM. Whenever any student/ a team of students comes out with flying colours in any open competition outside RSET and win a prize money, the Management of RSET may give 10% of the prize money to the student/team provided the student/team present themselves at the contest as official nominees of RSET The College funds internal short-term and long-term faculty-led student projects. Mr. Libin Varghese of M. Tech IDAC 2012-2014 batch was given a prize money of Rs. 1,00,000 by the management for winning first prize in Malayala Manorama Yuva Mastermind 2014 a prestigious state level project contest for college students organized by Malayala Manorama from 6 to 9 February 2014 for his project “Vidyuth mithra”. Mr. Arjun B., Mr. Akshay N., Mr. George Antony, Mr. Bibin of B. Tech Mechanical Engineering was given an amount of Rs. 20,000 for the project vortex tube refrigeration. Mr. Joffin George of 2010 – 2015 batch of B. Tech Applied Electronics won Best Project Award in the National Technical Model Exhibition held at IIITM, Gwalior for his project “Advanced Crack Detector and Welder Robot”. He was given an amount of Rs. 2,000 as a token of appreciation. The Rajagiri Incubation Centre (RIC) provides RSET alumni and students with facilities that will help them design and develop the working models of their innovative ideas and concepts. The center is supported by a set of committed and experienced faculty members who provide constant encouragement for new and developmental initiatives.
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3.2.4 How does the various departments/units/staff of the institute interact in undertaking inter-disciplinary research? Cite examples of successful endeavors and challenges faced in organizing interdisciplinary research.
The faculty members of Dept. of AEI and Dept. of ECE have undertaken the project titled “Fractional Model Estimation for EEG Signal”. The details of the project are given below:
Project Investigators: Mrs. Liza Annie Joseph, Mrs. Harsh A., Mrs. Rithu James Duration: 5 years (2013 – 2018) Total Cost: Rs. 5,00,000
Publications: Harsha A., Gopika Gopan, Liza Annie Joseph, “Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Classifier for „Petit Mal‟ Epilepsy Detection using Mean Teager”, IEEE International Conference on Advances in Computing, Communications and Informatics (ICACCI), August 2013, 978- 1-4673-6217-7/13/$31.00_c
Harsha A., Eldho S. Kollilalil, Liza Annie Joseph, “Single Feature-Based Non- Convulsive Epileptic Seizure Detection using Multi-Class SVM”, 2013 IEEE C2SPCA, October CFP13SPF-ART ISBN Number 978-1-4799-1085-4
Harsha A., Gopika Gopan, Eldho S. Kollilalil, Liza Annie Joseph, “Comparative Analysis of Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Classifier and Support Vector Machine Classifier for Epileptic Seizure Detection”, National Conference on Emerging Trends in VLSIES & SP, January 2014
Harsha A., Aaruni V. C., “Classification of EEG Signals Using Fractional Calculus and Wavelet Support Vector Machine”, IEEE International Conference on Signal Processing, Informatics, Communication and Energy Systems 2015, February 2015
Faculty members also guide student research projects across the departments (Details in the table 3.2.2). These works have resulted in publication of the findings in journal/conferences. Faculty members of the various departments also interact for the purpose of knowledge transfer for executing student projects.
Name & Sl. Name & Dept Dept of the Thesis Title Publication Details No. of the Faculty Student 1 Dr. John Jose, Meril Rani A Novel “A Novel source routing Ms. Elizabeth John, ECE Minimally technique for mesh NoCs”, in
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Isaac, Computer Buffered the proceedings of 4th Science Single International Conference on Cycle Advances in Computing and Deflection Communication, ICACC 2014, Router For Kochi, August 2014, pp. 125-129 Mesh Network on Chips 2 Dr. John Jose, Reenu James, Smart Port Routers for Mesh NoCs in the CSE ECE Allocation proceedings of 28th IEEE Dr. Jobin K. in Adaptive International Conference on Antony, ECE NoC VLSI design, Bangalore, January Routers 2015 3 Sijo Cherian, Hareesh M J, Enhanced “System Performance Chinchu Computer PSO evaluation of Para Krishna S. Science Algorithm virtualization, Container for Cloud virtualization and Full Workflow virtualization using Xen, Scheduling OpenVZ and XenServer” The 4 Sijo Cherian, John Paul Task Fourth International Conference Chinchu Martin Dependency on Advances in Computing and Krishna S. Aware Communications (ACC-2014), Selection(T IEEE. DAS) in Cloud “Registry Based Discovery Model for Android Application”, Third International Conference on Advances in Computing and Communications (ACC-2013), IEEE.
“Review on Different IaaS Clouds”, International Journal of Advanced Research in Computer and Communication Engineering.
“A Review on Load Balancing Algorithms in Cloud”, International Journal of
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Computer Technology and Applications.
“Learning Environment as a Service (LEaaS): Cloud”, Fourth International Conference on Advances in Computing and Communications (ACC- 2014), IEEE.
Table 3.2.2: Interdisciplinary Student Projects
3.2.5 How does the institution ensure optimal use of various equipment and research facilities of the institution by its staff and students?
1. The Process Control Laboratory facilitates the students and the staff to have a valuable approach in the different platforms of instrumentation engineering like DCS, PLC, SCADA and DAQ systems. The foremost step taken in this regard was to design a curriculum in consultation with experts from academic institutions and industries like BPCL Kochi refineries, FACT, Binani Zinc, Keltron controls and Synthite industries to train graduate engineers to be directly employable in the process industry. The course offers hands on experience to work with various kinds of instrumentation devices, PLCs as well as to operate highly sophisticated DCS equipments.
2. The institution provides the lab facilities for conducting external exams like that of CAT, GATE, JEEE, DBE, IBPS etc.
3. Every department has a research lab that has facilities for advanced research in the respective field. Faculty and the student use the facilities for their research work.
4. Workshops and faculty development programmes, short term courses etc. are conducted in the recent technologies utilizing the lab facilities outside regular hours. Faculty and PG students from other institutions are also given opportunity to attend these programmes. This helps the faculty and the students to get updated with latest technologies in their field.
Some of the courses conducted utilizing the lab facilities are listed in the table 3.2.3. Course Venue
Introduction to Industrial Automation Process Control Lab
Industrial Automation Process Control Lab Raspberry Pi and Introduction to Python Microprocessor Lab
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programming PSpice and soldering practices Simulation and Measurements Lab Short term course in Python CCF FDP on Computer Architecture CCF A three days workshop on Open Source CCF Tools A three day workshop on Network CCF Simulation with NS2 Workshop on Rational Rose Quantum Lab Table 3.2.3: Courses Conducted Utilizing the Lab
3.2.6 Has the institution received any special grants or finances from the industry or other beneficiary agency for developing research facility? If „yes‟ give details.
Yes. The institution has received grants from the industry and also from Government bodies for research activities. The details are in table 3.2.4 and 3.2.5 Sl. Name of the Amount Governm Progress as Title No. Coordinator Sanctioned ent body on date 1 On Various Notions Dr. 9,80,000 UGC 2013-2016 of Chaos Vinodkumar P. In-progress B. 2 Analysis of Chaotic Dr. 13, 40, 000 DRDO 2013-2016 Modeling of Sea Vinodkumar P. In-progress Clutter B. 3 Design & Dr.-Ing. 34,24,178.00 DST, 2012-15 Development of a Varghese India In-progress Buoyancy Driven Panthalookaran Distillation unit Powered by a Solar Combi-Collector 4 On Infinite Iterated Dr. 10,44,000 DST, 2011-2014 Function System in Vinodkumar P. India Completed Complete Matrix B. Spaces and Fractal ECG Analysis 5 Solar Distillation Dr.-Ing. 4,00,000 ONGC, 2010-2011 Project –Prototyping Varghese India Completed Panthalookaran
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6 A Novel Solar Prof. J. T. 30,000 Centre for 2014 Powered Wheel Kuncheria, Mr. Disability Completed Chair for the disabled Libin Varghese Studies 7 FPGA Based Electric Mr. L. 15,000 KSCSTE 2015 Standing Wheel Unnikrishnan Sanctioned Chair for Physically Disabled Table 3.2.4: Grants Received from Government Bodies
Sl. Principal Name of the Date of Department Amount (Rs.) No. Investigator Agency Approval 1 Dr. Jobin K ECE Rs. 18 Lakhs AICTE 12/07/2013 Antony 2 Prof.Dominic AEI Rs. 19,40,000 AICTE 06/08/2013 Mathew 3 Dr. Abraham Rs. 5,30,000/- AICTE 02/08/2013 Thomas Table 3.2.5: Fund received under MODROB scheme 3.2.7 Enumerate the support provided to the faculty in securing research funds from various funding agencies, industry and other organizations. Provide details of ongoing and completed projects and grants received during the last four years.
The institution nurtures scientific temper among its faculty and motivates them to undertake research projects of the highest quality. Faculty members are encouraged to apply for research funds from various funding agencies. AMMSRP committee shall scrutinize all project proposals and keep track of various stages like i. preliminary presentation at the HoD meeting ii. sanction from the Funding agency iii. periodic reviews and iv. completion The AMMSRP committee also will monitor the financial status of the project regularly. Please refer table 3.2.4 for the ongoing and completed projects and grants received during the last four years
3.3 Research Facilities
3.3.1 What are the research facilities available to the students and research scholars within the campus?
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The following research labs have been established to carry out the various research activities in the respective departments Process Control Laboratory Measurements laboratory Fourier Lab – Signal Processing Lab Turing Lab Heisenberg Lab Industrial Drives and Control Lab Schokly Lab – VLSI & Embedded System Lab Shannon Lab – Communication Lab PCB lab with two layer facility KleinRock - Networks and Mobile Systems Research Lab Hercules - Parallel & Distributed Systems Lab Licensed software like MATLAB, Rational Rose, Cadence tools, PSIM, NI Labview, ANSYS high frequency console etc. and hardware such as FPGA kits and NIUSRP transceiver kits are purchased. These are used for the research work by the faculty and the students. Institution subscribes 35 print scholarly research journals and a good collection of online research journals including IEEE/IET Electronic Library, Springer, Elsevier – Science Direct, ASME, ASCE, J-Gate and ASTM.
Faculty members have free access to Institutional facilities to carry out research work. Institution bears 50% of the conference registration fee of a conference subject to a maximum of Rs 5000/- in an academic year. Honorarium is granted to the faculty member who is the principal investigator of a research project funded by national agencies. Financial incentives are provided to the faculty and students for presenting research work in a conference. A reward of Rs. 3000 is given for presenting papers in national conferences and Rs. 6000 for presenting in international conferences, provided the paper is published in conference proceedings with ISBN. Faculty is encouraged to publish their research work in reputed journals and the incentives for the same. (Please refer table 3.1.2). Incentives are also granted to the faculty member who takes consultancy project from an industry/research organization if the income from the project exceeds Rs. 2.5 lakhs per year. Additional facilities in terms of space and infrastructure are also provided for supporting the research and consultancy works. PG students are trained by librarian on recent trends in accessing e-resources.
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Management provides funds for internal research projects taken up by the research groups.
3.3.2 What are the institutional strategies for planning, upgrading and creating infrastructural facilities to meet the needs of researchers especially in the new and emerging areas of research?
The requirements emerge from the faculty for the construction of facilities for launching new courses, programmes and new research initiatives. The proposals are evaluated in the HOD‟s meeting and subsequently in the academic council. The recommendations of the academic council are submitted to the management for inclusion in the master plan for infrastructure development. Labs and other facilities are also planned based on the suggestions from the faculty. Type of hardware, software and testing facilities required to support P.G. teaching and research are also taken up following the above procedure.
3.3.3 Has the institution received any special grants or finances from the industry or other beneficiary agency for developing research facilities?? If „yes‟, what are the instruments / facilities created during the last four years. Process Control Lab under AEI Department upgraded BPCL, Kochi. BPCL has contributed Yokogawa‟s sophisticated DCS equipment, which was used for training the students. iFM, Germany has contributed sensor devices for the purpose of industry based education including flow rate, photo electric, laser beam and .pressure sensors
Quantum Lab under IT Department upgraded by IBM. Purchased Rational Software Architect.
3.3.4 What are the research facilities made available to the students and research scholars outside the campus/ other research laboratories? The institution facilitates students to do projects in external research organizations and industries like CDAC, NPOL, NIT Suratkal, Bharat Electronics etc.
The institution has taken initiatives to sign MoU with Reutlingen University School of Engineering, Germany for the purpose of faculty and student exchange. The MoU is expected to be signed in October 2015.
3.3.5 Provide details on the library/ information resource center or any other facilities available specifically for the researchers?
The institution subscribes about 35 print scholarly research journals and e-journal package which includes IEEE/IET Electronic Library (IEL), Springer, Elsevier – Science
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Direct, ASME, ASCE, J-Gate and ASTM journals. The online research journals print scholarly research journals and subscribed by the central library is listed in the tables 3.3.1 and 3.3.2.
Publisher E-Content No. of E-Journals Link IEEE/IET Our online 1. 166 IEEE Journal, Electronic subscription includes Magazine and Transaction Library access to the full text titles (IEL) of IEEE Content 2. 1200 conference Titles published since 1988 3. 26 IET Journal and http://ieeexplore.ie with select content Magazine titles ee.org published since 1893 4. 20 IET Conference and seminar digests. 5. Over 2,500 approved and published IEEE Standards, excluding drafts 6. IEEE Standard Dictionary Online 7. 67 VDE VERLAG Conference Proceedings 8. Bell Labs Technical Journals Springer Electrical, Electronics 134 journals http://link.springer and Computer .com Science Engineering Elsevier – Engineering + 275 journals http://sciencedirec Science Computer Science t.com Direct ASME Mechanical 26 e-journals http://asmedigitalc Engineering ollection.asme.org ASCE Civil Engineering 36 e-journals http://ascelibrary.o rg J-Gate J- Gate Engineering 4633 Indexed Journals 1763 http://jgateplus.co and Technology Full text journals m (JET) Online Dictionary of 1400 Ebooks http://enterprise.as ASTM Engineering Science 9 Engineering Journals tm.org and Technology Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical ,Civil, Metallurgical, Petroleum, Instrumentation Table 3.3.1: Online Research Journals Subscribed
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Sl. Scholarly Journals List - 2014 No. 1 IETE Journal of Research 2 IETE Technical Review 3 IETE Journal of Education 4 Indian Journal of Pure and Applied Mathematics 5 Current Science 6 Resonance - Journal of Science Education 7 Bulletin of Materials Science 8 Pramana - Journal of Physics 9 Proceedings (Mathematical Sciences) 10 Sadhana ( Engineering Sciences) 11 Journal of the Instrument Society of India 12 CIGRE India Journal 13 AARO Journal 14 Power Engineer Journal 15 IASH Journal 16 Water and Energy International Journal 17 The Journal of CPRI 18 Journal of Structural Engineering 19 Journal of Engineering & Technology Education 20 Journal of the Indian Institute of Science 21 Indian Journal of Technical Education 22 Journal of Engineering Science and Management Education 23 Defence Science Journal 24 Indian Geotechnical Journal 25 Journal of The Institution of Engineers (India) Series A 26 Journal of The Institution of Engineers (India) Series B 27 Journal of The Institution of Engineers (India) Series C 28 Journal of Scientific and Industrial Research 29 Indian Journal of Chemistry Sec. A 30 Indian Journal of Pure and Applied Physics 31 Indian Journal of Engineering & Materials Sciences 32 Indian Journal of Radio and Space Physics 33 Indian Science Abstracts 34 The American Mathematical Monthly 35 Paritantra : Journal of Systems Science and Engineering
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Table 3.3.2: Scholarly Research Journals Subscribed
3.3.6 What are the collaborative research facilities developed/ created by the research institutes in the college. For ex. Laboratories, library, instruments, computers, new technology etc.
Sl. Facility Lab Organization No. 1 Yokogawa Centum XL DCS, its Process Control BPCL Engineering Station, Control Lab Station and the Marshalling Unit 2 Sensor devices for the purpose Process Control iFM, Germany of industry based education Lab including flow rate, photo electric, laser beam and pressure sensors 3 Rational Software Architect CASE Lab IBM Table 3.3.3: Collaborative Research Facilities Developed
3.4 Research Publications and Awards
3.4.1 Highlight the major research achievements of the staff and students in terms of
Patents obtained and filed (process and product)
Nil
Original research contributing to product improvement Sl. Name of the Faculty/ Name Project Title Dept No. of the Student 1. Dr.-Ing. Varghese Buoyancy-driven Distillation Unit DBSH Panthalookaran/Dr. Antony Powered by Solar Combi-collector – V. Varghese Will be completed by November 2015
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2. Prof. J.T. Kuncheria / Mr. A novel solar powered wheelchair EEE Libin Varghese for the disabled 3. Mr. Unnikrishnan L. / Mr. “Vidyuth mithra” – Safety Helmet EEE Libin Varghese for Line man 4. Fr. Jaison Paul Cloud Setup CSE/IT Mulerickal/Mr. Binu A. 5. Prof. P.R. Madhava Panikar, Crack Detection in Pipelines AE Mr. Naveen N., Mr. Joffin George
Table 3.4.1: Research Contributing to Product Improvement
Research studies or surveys benefiting the community or improving the services Sl. Name of the Faculty/ Name of Paper Details Dept No. the Student 1. Dr. Vinodkumar P. B. “Heart rate variability signal DBSH processing using multi fractal analysis”, International Journal of Bifurcation and Chaos, Vol 18, No. 10, 2012
2. Mr. Uday Sankar Kandolath An incentive scheme to reduce ME traffic congestion in Kochi city
Table 3.4.2: Research Studies Benefiting the Community
Student Projects benefiting the community or improving the services Sl. Name of the Name of the Project Title Dept. No. Faculty Students 1 Mr. Manoj G. Eldho Samuel Coconut De-Husker Tharian Abhilash Antony Gautham Sarang Nebu C. Philip 2 Mr. Jithin P.N. George K. Valavi Biogas as an alternate Mechanical George R. Varughese fuel in a spark ignition Engineering Nibin Showkath engine Nithin B. Thomas 3 Mr. James Alen Sabu Stair Mathew Jims Madhavappallil Climbing wheel chair
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Karthik S. mechanism V. V. Micheal 4 Mr. Akash Divin C. Paul Design of a helical James Jerin Shaji Mathew dehumidifier for a Kiran Jacob Johny gravity driven solar Varghese Vinu distillation unit 5 Dr. Thankachan Roshan F. Konikkara Rubber tapping machine T. Pullan Jeffin Jose Sebin Thomas Mohammed Aboobacker A. 6 Mr. Senjo A. Ananad Kumar Portable car moving Manuel Adhil B. Joseph system with hydraulic Adithya S. Nair jacks Arun Antony 7 Mr. Mathew Jacob Mathews Air powered engine Baby Parappuram Jefin Jacob Jithin John Mathew Michael 8 Mr. Mr. Libin Varghese “Vidyuth mithra” – Unnikrishnan Safety Helmet for Line L. man EEE 9 Prof. J.T. Mr. Libin Varghese A novel solar powered Kuncheria wheelchair for the disabled Table 3.4.3: Student Projects Benefiting the Community or Improving the Services Research inputs contributing to new initiatives and social development Sl. Name of the Faculty/ Name of Project Title Dept No. the Student 1. Prof. J.T. Kuncheria / Mr. Libin A novel solar powered wheelchair EEE Varghese for the disabled 2. Mr. Unnikrishnan L. / Mr. Libin “Vidyuth mithra” – Safety Helmet EEE Varghese for Line man
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3. Mr. Vineeth Krishna P., Mr. Fuel enhancement using hydrogen ME Uday Sankar K., Enson Edison, obtained by Electrolysis Kiran Kumar K.M., Ajmal K.A., Manu Alex Dominic, Chris Francis, Deepak George, Zachariah 4. Mr. Jibin Noble, Albin Simulation of an automobile for Mathewkutty, Sachin George, common man Akhil Jose Antony, Jinu George, Shon John, Abin Mathew, Rahul Raj K., Jijo G. Ukken
Table 3.4.4: Research Inputs Contributing to Social Development 3.4.2 Does the Institute publish or partner in publication of research journal(s)? If „yes‟, indicate the composition of the editorial board, publication policies and whether such publication is listed in any international database?
The institute has published the proceedings of the international conferences conducted in the college. Fractals, Wavelets and their Applications contribution from the international Conference and workshop on Fractals and wavelets, Springer Proceedings in Mathematics & Statistics 92, ISSN 2194-1009, ISBN 978-3-319-08104-5
Editors: Christoph Band, Michael Barnsley, Robert (Bob) Devaney, Kenneth J Falconer, V. Kannan, Vinod Kumar P. B. Proceedings of the Fourth International Conference on Advances in Computing and Communications (ICACC), 2014, published by IEEE Computer Society‟s CPS and available at IEEEXplore.
Publication chair: Kuttyamma A.J, RSET, India Proceedings of the Third International Conference on Advances in Computing and Communications (ICACC), 2013, published by IEEE Computer Society‟s CPS and available at IEEEXplore.
Publication chairs: Jimson Mathew, University of Bristol, United Kingdom, Kuttyamma A.J, RSET, India Proceedings of the Second International Conference on Advances in Computing and Communications (ICACC), 2012, published by IEEE Computer Society‟s CPS and available at IEEEXplore.
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Publication chairs: Jimson Mathew, University of Bristol, United Kingdom, Kuttyamma A.J, RSET, India Proceedings of the First International Conference on Eco-friendly Computing and Communication Systems, ICECCS 2012, Kochi, India, August 9-11, 2012, Publisher: Springer Publishing Company Incorporated. Published as Lecture notes in Computer Science (LNCS) by Springer in the series of Communications in Computer and Information Science (CCIS). CCIS is abstracted/indexed in ISI Proceedings, DBLP and Scopus. The Proceedings of ICECCS is also included in the CCIS electronic book series hosted in the SpringerLink digital library. ISBN3642321119 9783642321115
Authors: Jimson Mathew, Priyadarsan Patra, D. K. Pradhan, A.J. Kuttyamma Proceedings of the First International Conference on Advances in Computing and Communications (ICACC), 2011, published by Springer in Communications in Computer and Information Science Series(CCIS), ISSN: 1865:0929. Conference Chair: Sabu M. Thampi, Rajagiri School of Engineering and Technology, India
3.4.3 Give details of publications by the faculty and students:
Publication per faculty in the last 3 academic years is in table 3.4.5 No. of Publications Name of the Faculty Dept 2014-15 2013-14 2012-13 Ms. Anna Mathew 2 3 1 Ms. B. Santhi 1 Ms. Caroline Ann Sam 1 1 1 Mr. Ginnes K. John 1 Ms. Jani Das 1 3 1 Ms. Jayasri R. Nair 3 Mr. Jebin Francis 1 1 Mr. Karthikeyan K B 2 EEE Ms. Prathibha P K 1 1
Ms. Ragam Rajagopal 1 2 Ms. Renu George 1 Ms. Rinu Alice Koshy 2 3 1 Ms. Salitha K 1 1 Ms. Sreepriya R 2 Mr. Thomas K P 1 1 1 Mr. Unnikrishnan L 4 4 1 Mr. J T Kuncheria 1 1 1
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Mr. Vinu Thomas 2 1 Mr. Biju Abraham 1 Ms. Sminu Izudheen 2 Ms. Shimmi Asokan 2 3 4 Ms. Mary Priya Sebastian 2 5 Ms. Dhanya P M 6 7 3 Ms. Gopika S. 2 3 1 Ms. Sangeetha Jamal 2 4 Ms. Deepa John 2 Ms. Tripti C. 2 3 7 Mr. Varghese Chooralil 2 Ms. Anita John 1 CSE Ms. Elizabeth Isaac 2 1 Ms. Jincy J Fernandez 1 2 Dr. John Jose 3 2 Ms. Amitha Mathew 1 1 Mr. Visakh R 3 Ms. Jomina John 1 Mr. Paul Augustine 2 Ms. Diya Thomas 2 3 Fr. Dr. Jaison Paul 2 Ms. Mintu Philip 4 Mr. Vinod P. Vijayan 1 Mr. Robin Cyriac 1 CSE Ms. Anna Alphy 1 Mr. Janardhanan P.S. 1 Prof. Madhava Panicker 1 Ms. Mary Hexy 1 Ms. Aparna George 1 Ms. Sunkanya R Warier 2 Ms. Priya S 1 Ms. Liza Annie Joseph 4 AEI Ms. M. ShanmugaPriya 1 Mr. Naveen N. 4 2 4 Prof. Dominic Mathew 3 1 1 Mr. Arun A Balakrishnan 1 7 4 Dr. Abraham Thomas 1 Mr. Krishna Kumar K P 1
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Mr. Pravin P S 1 Ms. Asha Joseph 1 1 Mr. Balu Raveendran 1 Ms. Kuttyamma A J 1 1 1 Ms. Saritha S 3 3 1 Ms. Preetha K G 2 6 6 Ms. Divya James 2 3 3 Ms. Nikhila T Bhuvan 2 2 Ms. Abey Abraham 3 2 2 Ms. Chinchu Krishna S 3 2 Mr. Biju Paul 1 2 1 IT Mr. Binu A 6 8 2
Ms. Jisha G 3 2 Mr. Sijo Cherian 1 Ms. Mariam Varghese 1 2 Ms. Neeba E A 1 1 Mr. Arun Soman 4 7 Mr. Mujeebudheen Khan A. I 2 Ms. Lakshmi K S 6 1 Ms. Mary John 1 2 Mr. Manoj G. Tharian 1 1 1 Dr. Thankachan T. Pullan 1 1 Mr. Jithin P.N. 1 1 ME Mr. Vineeth Krishna P. 1 Mr. Mathew Baby 1 Ms. Beena Mary John 1 Ms. Aysha Zaneeb Majeed 1 CE Dr. Jobin K. Antony 2 2 1 Dr. Deepti Das Krishna 2 1 2 Mr. Jaison Jacob 3 2 1 Ms. Rithu James 2 1 Mr. Sreekumar G. 2 Mr. Anoop Thomas 4 3 ECE Ms. Tressa Michael 1 Ms. Harsha A. 2 2 Ms. Jisa David 1 Mr. Rony Antony P. 1 Mr. Rooha Razhmid Ahamed 3
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Mr. Walter Joseph 1 Delson T. R. 1 1 1 Ms. Preethi Bhaskaran 1 Ms. Swapna Davies 1 Mr. Bonifus P.L 2 Mr. Dhanesh M. S. 5 Mr. Sudheesh P. G. 2 Ms. Anila Kuriakose 1 Mr. Jaison Jacob 1 Table 3.4.5: Publication per Faculty
Number of papers published by faculty and students in peer reviewed journals (national / international) Total No. of Publications Dept 2014 - 2015 2013 – 2014 2012 - 2013 AEI 7 27 16 CE 1 - - CSE 24 29 42 ECE 13 28 11 EEE 26 23 8 IT 24 45 33 ME 4 3 3 DBS - 4 6 Table 3.4.6: Number of Publications Department Wise Number of publications listed in International Database (for Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.) Nil
Chapter in Books Year Name of the Dept Details of the Book of Faculty Publication IT Mrs. Nikhila T Data Mining and Warehousing (ISBN : 2015 Bhuvan 9788131525869, (Author of Chapter 2 and Chapter 14) ME Dr. Ajith “Numerical Simulation of Electrospray Droplets 2011
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Kumar Dynamics”, Dr. Jordi Grifoll i Taverna, Ajith Kumar Arumugham-Achari, Dr. Joan Rosell- Llompart; V Reunión Española de Ciencia y Tecnología de Aerosoles (RECTA 2011) / CIEMAT (Madrid) ISBN: 978-84-7834-662-2 Resulting Publication: “Unsteady flow behind a blunt based POD model”, Dr. SD Sharma, A A Kumar; IUTAM Symposium on Unsteady Separated Flows and their Control; Corfu, Greece; 18-22 June 2007/ IUTAM Bookseries, Vol. 14. Table 3.4.7: Chapters in books
Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers Year of Name of the Dept Details of the Book Publicati Faculty on EEE Mr. Ginnes Fundamentals of Electrical Machines and 2014 K John Drives, Elsevier Publication, ISBN : 978 – 93 -5107 – 258 - 4 IT Prof. A. J. Recent Advances in Computing and 2014 Kuttyamma Communication Systems (Proceedings of fourth International Workshop on Advances in Computing and Communication, ISBN-13:978-93-392-1784-6 ISBN-10:93-392-1784-5
Published by McGraw Hill Education (India) Private Ltd) IT Mr. Biju Paul Recent Advances in Computing and 2014 Communication Systems (Proceedings of fourth International Workshop on Advances in Computing and Communication, ISBN-13:978-93-392-1784-6 ISBN-10:93-392-1784-5
Published by McGraw Hill Education (India) Private Ltd)
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IT Binu A. Problem Solving and Computer Programming 2010 Using C, University Science Press, ISBN: 978- 93-80386-67-6 Second Edition in progress EEE Santhi B. Text Book of Solid State Drives, Anuradha 2011 Publications, ISBN: 978-81-8472-152-2 EEE Prof. K. R. Control Systems, Mc. GrawHill, 2010, ISBN: 2010 Varmah 978-00-7067-875-0 Table 3.4.8: Books Published by Faculty
3.4.4 Provide details (if any) of Research awards received by the faculty 1. Prof. J.T. Kuncheria, EEE, guided the project entitled “A novel solar powered wheelchair for the disabled” which won the National Award for the Best M.Tech thesis-2014 in Electrical and Electronics Engineering instituted by L&T Mumbai in association with ISTE. 2. Mr. Unnikrishnan L., EEE, guided the project “Vidyuth mithra” which won first prize in Malayala Manorama Yuva Mastermind 2014 a prestigious state level project contest for college students organized by Malayala Manorama from 6 to 9 February 2014. 3. Dr.John Jose, CSE, received the best paper award for the paper titled “Minimally Buffered deflection NoC routers with dual point injection” in the 20th IEEE International Conference in HIGH Performance Computing 4. Dr. Jobin K. Antony, ECE, received best technical paper award (academics) in the global conference conducted at Fluid Control Research Institute (FCRI) Palakkad.
Recognition received by the faculty from reputed professional bodies and agencies, nationally and internationally 1. Dr. Deepti Das Krishna of ECE received the URSI Young Scientist Award (YSA) in Aug 2010,Berlin, Germany
2. Dr. Jobin K. Antony of ECE was awarded Japanese Student Service Organization (JASSO) scholarship for pursuing research at Kyushu University, Japan.
Incentives given to faculty for receiving state, national and international recognitions for research contributions. Nil
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3.5 Consultancy
3.5.1 Give details of the systems and strategies for establishing institute-industry interface? The institution has an Industry-Institute Interaction Cell and an Entrepreneurship development cell and incubation center that promote the relationship between industry and institution. The institution is providing consultancy services in the areas of website design, building digital repository and project management. Following are the beneficiaries of our consultancy services CSI Cochin University of Science and Technology. Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, Kalamassery, Kerala, India International Centre for Free and Open Source Softwares, Govt. of Kerala,India NeST Group V-Guards Industries Ltd
3.5.2 What is the stated policy of the institution to promote consultancy? How is the available expertise advocated and publicized? The AMMSRP committee also monitors the consultancy works taken up by the faculty.
The institution promotes consultancy by taking up consultancy projects from industries not only for revenue but also to nurture a research oriented relationship between the faculty and the industries.
Rajagiri Software Development Unit has been formed to fulfill all the software needs of RSET. This unit has taken up and successfully completed several consultancy works.
The institution has also taken up free of cost consultancy projects with social impact.
Suitable incentives will be given to person who takes up consultancy projects from industry/research if the income from the project exceeds 2.5 lakhs per year.
The expertise available with the institution is publicized through website of the institution. The faculty members also serve as resource persons for seminars, workshops and staff development programmes conducted at various organizations and institutions.
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3.5.3 How does the institution encourage the staff to utilize their expertise and available facilities for consultancy services? Suitable incentives will be given to person who takes up consultancy projects from industry/research if the income from the project exceeds 2.5 lakhs per year.
The consultancy works taken up by the faculty are considered in the API calculation.
3.5.4 List the broad areas and major consultancy services provided by the institution and the revenue generated during the last four years.
Faculty members take up free of cost consultancy works regularly. The detailed list of consultancy works taken up by the faculty is in table 3.5.1
Principal Project Year Project Name Customer Investigator Value 2014- Digital Resource CSI Binu A. Free of 2015 Centre Cost 2014- Department Research Dept. of CS, CUSAT Binu A. Free of 2015 Portal Cost 2014- International Centre Govt. of Kerala Binu A. Free of 2015 for Free and Open Cost Source Software 2013- Institution Repository Rajagiri School of Social Binu A. Free of 2014 Sciences, Kalamassery, Cost Kerala 2013- RBS Course RBS Binu A. Free of 2014 Management System Cost 2013- Websites of selected Cochin University of Binu A. Free of 2014 departments, Science and Technology. Cost conferences and labs 2012- Digital Resource CSI Binu A. Free of 2014 Centre Cost 2012- Technical Adviser, International Centre for Binu A. Free of 2013 Journal of Free Free and Open Source Cost Software and Free Softwares, Govt. of Knowledge Kerala,India(http://icfoss.o rg/ojs/index.php/foss) 2012- AIEEE Exam TCS Biju 1,27,530 2013 Abraham
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2012- NBE Prometric Testing Pvt. Ltd. Biju 4,39,890 2013 Abraham 2011- Project Management NeST Group Prof. K. S. Rs. 2012 Consultancy for a Mathew 11,67,742 Banking Project (Relieved on Period of consultancy ) work: 1st March 2011 to 29th February 2012 2011- Digital Repository, Rajagiri School of Binu A. Free of 12 Engineering and Cost Technology, Kerala, India 2009 Result Published in V-Guards Industries Ltd. Dr.-Ing. Free of Journal of Electronic Varghese Cost Packing. Vol:132, Panthalookar issue an 3.doi:10.1115/1.40020 0g 2009- Allotment Process Kerala Private Medical Binu.A Free of 2010 College Management Cost Association Table 3.5.1: Consultancy Works
3.5.5 What is the policy of the institution in sharing the income generated through consultancy (staff involved: Institution) and its use for institutional development?
The income generated through consultancy is shared in the ratio 60:40. Also suitable incentives will be given to person who takes up consultancy projects from industry/research if the income from the project exceeds 2.5 lakhs per year.
3.6 Extension Activities and Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR)
3.6.1 How does the institution promote institution-neighbourhood-community network and student engagement, contributing to good citizenship, service orientation and holistic development of students?
All students of the institute undertake a compulsory social service in their third semester. As part it social economic surveys, child right awareness programs etc. are conducted.
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The institution has a very active NATIONAL SERVICE SCHEME unit (TECHNICAL CELL Unit No.232). NSS organises activities like Suchithwa Bodana Yathra, awareness programs on drug abuse, cybercrimes etc., Blood donation camps, medical camps, organ donation campaigns, orphanage visits, energy conservation campaigns, cleaning programs, tree plantation programs, literacy programs etc. are also conducted.
The institution is contributing Rs. 50,000 to sponsor 25 financially backward students for their education.
Study materials, bicycles etc. are distributed to economically backward.
The institution runs Honesty shop which is operated by the student and faculty representatives. Profit from the honesty shop is used to sponsor one financially backward student for education.
3.6.2 What is the Institutional mechanism to track student‟s involvement in various social movements / activities which promote citizenship roles?
The institute has formulated various clubs and encourages the students for participating in various social activities organized by the clubs. The clubs like NSS, nature club, energy conservation and ENCON club and Rajagiri Innovation club organizes several activities every year like Suchithwa Bodana Yathra, awareness programs on drug abuse, cybercrimes etc., Blood donation camps, medical camps, organ donation campaigns, orphanage visits, energy conservation campaigns, cleaning programs, tree plantation programs, literacy programs etc. A website is maintained for tracking NSS activities.
Motivation and ethics classes are given as part of first year B. Tech orientation program.
The honesty shop enables to inculcate moral values in students.
3.6.3 How does the institution solicit stakeholder perception on the overall performance and quality of the institution? The vision and mission of the College are prominently displayed in the college website. They are also displayed in all major parts of the buildings.
PTA meetings and open houses are conducted regularly. The parents are intimated about the meetings through SMS. They also have authorized login to the Rajagiri Student Management System (RSMS) where they can view their ward‟s attendance records and the academic performance.
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Param Tyag Chakra (http://paramtyagchakra.org/) is an initiative by the alumni association of RSET in association with students, staff and management, to honor the dependents of the military martyrs who gave up their lives for India. This is a civilian society initiative to honor the family members and help them build a better tomorrow driven by support from general public, the Government, corporate and the media.
Each department has a department advisory committee which includes people from industry, academia and alumni. They play a major role is setting and evaluating the Programme Educational Objectives and Program outcomes of every course in the institution.
Each class has a class representative and there is class committee which constitutes six students of the class. Class committee meetings are held to collect feedback on the regular conduct of classes and remedial measures are taken accordingly.
Regular staff meetings are conducted at department level and institution level.
The Industry Institute Interaction cell of RSET continues to maintain cordial relations with various reputed industries in the country. The institute has taken care to recruit senior faculty with industry and R& D experience to ensure that linkage with industry and the institution becomes a natural process. The faculty members identified for the P.G. programme have vast experience with high profile industrial organizations.
RSET has associated various industrial organizations from the time of its establishement. A few companies to be named are Eddy Current Control, V-Guard Industries, Kochi, Acrodelon Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Kochi, Arbitron, Infopark, Kochi, Pavizham Rice Mills, Kalady etc.
A renewable energy park had been set up in Rajagiri Campus with financial support from Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE).
RSET has organized short courses on Process Control for engineering graduates. The advisory committee for this course comprises of experts drawn from related industries such as FACT, Kochi, BPCL, Kochi, BinaniZinc, Binanipuram, Kochi, Keltron Controls, Aroor, Alappuzha Dist., Synthite Industries Ltd., Kolencherry, Ernakulam Dist. RSET is a member of the ENCON club organized by BPCL, Kochi. The training program is conducted in association with reputed suppliers of Distributed Control System equipments, Yokogawa India Ltd. An MOU is signed with YIL to conduct of this training program on an annual basis. The other resource providers for this course Travancore Cochin Chemicals Ltd, Udyogamandal, Pace Automation and Controls Pvt
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Ltd for SIEMENS PLCs, Dynamic Control Systems for Mitsubishi PLCs, Foax Control Engineers, Prolific Systems and Technologies Pvt. Ltd for GE-FANUC PLCs.
Faculty development program has been organized for the entire RSET faculty community by Industries such as TCS, Wipro Technologies, Infosys, Trident Tech Labs for LabView training.
All above activities have contributed to increasing the quality of technology education being delivered, enhancing placement opportunities for our students, as well as quality improvement of faculty and staff.
The institution has an Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) which facilitates quality enhancement through quality culture and best practices which in turn takes care of the stakeholders perception. The cell is constituted as in table 3.6.1.
Role Name of the Faculty
Chairman Dr. A. Unnikrishnan, Principal
Vice Chairman Dr. John M. George, Vice Principal
Coordinator Dr. Vinod Kumar P.B.
Secretary Ms. Neeba E.A.
Assistant Coordinators Mr. Manoj Tharian Ms. Sukanya R Warier Mr. Sreekumar G Ms. Sminu Izudheen Mr. Unnikrishnan L Ms. Sindhu U. Ms. Sonia Paul
Members Dr. Antony Varghese Mr. Biju paul Mr. James Mathew Mr. M. T. Kuriakose Mr. Tony Joseph Ms. Bindhu Paul Mr.P.M.Joseph Mr. Jomon P J Mr.Shaibu kurian Mr. Mathachan M J Fr. Joeph C CMI
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Mr.Vivek E K – Alumni representative Mr. Nishanth P R- Employer representative from industry Mr. Suresh Nair- Industrialist Mr. Saji Varghese- Representative, local Society Table 3.6.1: IQAC Committee
3.6.4 How does the institution plan and organize its extension and outreach programmes? Providing the budgetary details for last four years, list the major extension and outreach programmes and their impact on the overall development of students.
The college is organizing a number of outreach activities which relate to academic, social, cultural, community service etc. This helps in building a healthy society. The college with the help of many voluntary organizations and NGOs organizes the outreach programs. The institute has conducted several activities like Suchithwa Bodana Yathra, awareness programs on drug abuse, cybercrimes etc., Blood donation camps, medical camps, organ donation campaigns, orphanage visits, energy conservation campaigns, cleaning programs, tree plantation programs, literacy programs etc. The expenditures for the same are generally borne by such organizations. Every year the college donates Rs. 50,000/- to outreach for the sponsorship of 25 financially backward students for their education. Also the institution disburses an amount for student enrichment program every year.
NATIONAL SERVICE SCHEME {TECHNICAL CELL Unit No.232} List of activities and programs conducted by NSS every year are Plantation programs
Blood and Organ donation programs
Literacy Programs
Awareness programs like AIDS awareness, Environment Awareness, Blood Donation Awareness, Organ donation Awareness, Anti-Drug/ Anti Addiction program, Legal Awareness etc.
Free Tuition and Computer Training for Children
Little more Energy for Tomorrow Campaign
„Punarjjani‟, recreation of healthcare facilities in Govt. Hospitals
Date Programme Duration Beneficiaries
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28/05/2014 School Kit Distribution for the 3 hours 25 school students Sponsored students of adopted village 26/7/2014 Blood Donation 6 hours 55 students of Blood Donation Programme in RSET Association with IMA,Aluva . 15/8/2014 Independence day celebrations 3 hours 120 students
19/8/2014 Anti Ragging Awareness Program 5 hours 480 students
25/8/2014 Anti Drug Campaign 5 hours 500 students {Rajagiri college are also take part in this event) 1/10/2014 Inauguration of National Blood 6 hours 200 students Donation Day 2/10/2014 Gandhi Jayandi –Campus Cleaning 8 hours 120 students 10/10/2014 Anti Drug Campaign 5 hours 500 students+ Public 01/12/2014 AIDS Day Awareness on December 2 hours 60 students 12/12/2014 Little more Energy for Tomorrow 4 hours 100 Public Campaign – 12th December 15/01/2015 Suchita Bhoodana Padhayatra & 5 hours 250 public people Seminar on Suchita keralam 120 students 18/1/2014 Environmental Awareness program 3 hours 60 students 20/1/2015 Run Kerala Run 3 hours students Table 3.6.2: Activities of NSS in 2014 -15
3.6.5 How does the institution promote the participation of students and faculty in extension activities including participation in NSS, NCC, YRC and other National/ International agencies? The institution has formulated various clubs and encourages the students for participating in various social activities organized by the clubs. The clubs like NSS, nature club, energy conservation and ENCON club organizes several activities every year. The students are encouraged to actively participate in these activities.
The institution runs Honesty shop which is operated by the student and faculty representatives. Profit from the honesty shop is used to sponsor one financially backward student for education.
The institution has donated the old systems which were removed as part of modernizing the labs to various organizations. The systems donated where as in table 3.6.3.
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Sl. No. of systems Name of the organization Date No. donated 1 Sevagram, Thalayolaparambu 3 21/03/2015 2 Suvartha Convent, 6 07/04/2015 Palarivattom 3 Rajagiri College of Social 29 17/06/2015 Sciences, Kalamassery Table 3.6.3: Systems Donated by the Institution
The technical team of the CS and IT departments offered a computer literacy program to the women of Kisan colony. The program was conducted at Suvartha convent, Thammanam.
The S3 students of the college spent a whole week in activities such as surveying, cleaning, and mingling with the villagers.
School kits are distributed for the sponsored students of adopted village every year.
The institution encourages the students to participate in blood donation camps.
The students actively take part in tree plantation programs.
The students also participate in organizing programs to bring awareness among the public in neighboring areas on matter like prevention of AIDS, environment awareness, anti- drug/ anti addiction program, legal awareness etc.
The students of the college participated in the Run Kerala Run Program conducted by the Govt. of Kerala in January 2015.
3.6.6 Give details on social surveys, research or extension work (if any) undertaken by the college to ensure social justice and empower students from under-privileged and vulnerable sections of society?
School kits are distribution for the sponsored students of adopted village every year.
The students offered free tuition and computer training for children of villages.
The technical team of the CS and IT departments offered a computer literacy program to the women of Kisan colony which is a vulnerable area. The program was conducted at Suvartha convent, Thammanam.
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The S3 students of the college spent a whole week in activities such as surveying, cleaning, and mingling with the villagers at Edathala and Keezhmadu Gramapanchayath, which are the adopted villages of the college.
The students participate in organizing programs to bring awareness among the public in neighboring areas on matter like prevention of AIDS, environment awareness, anti-drug/ anti addiction program, legal awareness etc.
Literacy programs are conducted to literate the villagers of the adopted villages.
The students participated in the maintenance work done for the Co-operative Municipal Hospital at Trhrikkakara,Kakkanad, under the project Punarjjani (Recreation of healthcare facilities in Govt. Hospitals). As part of Swach Bharath Abhiyan the students cleaned the Municipal library area of Thrikkakara. The institution has donated the old systems which were removed as part of modernizing the labs to various organizations.
3.6.7 Reflecting on objectives and expected outcomes of the extension activities organized by the institution, comment on how they complement students‟ academic learning experience and specify the values and skills inculcated.
Objectives The extension activities of the institution is committed to providing students with a worthwhile and enjoyable learning environment while providing the necessary knowledge and tools to adhere to a lifetime of activity and better health. Students will understand the importance of social activities in the society. Students will be exposed to a variety of physical activities and field works providing them the opportunity to: Empower themselves by setting and working toward realistic individual goals. To provide knowledge and quality based education to the students by inculcating moral values, self esteem, wellbeing and employing state of the art technologies. It aims to pursue excellence towards creating manpower with high degree of intellectual, professional and cultural development to meet the global challenges.
Outcomes The results of the participation in the various socially relevant & competitive activities have resulted in inculcating the feeling of being socially awakened citizens in the students. The students who have been a part of this process have been spreading awareness in the institution and motivating other students as well to stand tall for the cause of physical and social up liftment.
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3.6.8 How does the institution ensure the involvement of the community in its reach out activities and contribute to the community development? Detail on the initiatives of the institution that encourage community participation in its activities?
The institution has taken the initiative to conduct several programs which involved the public like
School Kit Distribution for the Sponsored students of adopted village
Suchita Bhoodana Padhayatra & Seminar on Suchita keralam
Little more Energy for Tomorrow Campaign
Anti Drug Campaign
The institution is organizing an Inter – School tech fest, Techkshetra Junior for the last two years and the third one Techkshetra Junior 2015 is to be conducted on 25th July 2015.
The technical team of the CS and IT departments offered a computer literacy program to the women of Kisan colony which is a vulnerable area. The program was conducted at Suvartha convent, Thammanam.
The S3 students of the college spent a whole week in activities such as surveying, cleaning, and mingling with the villagers at Edathala and Keezhmadu Gramapanchayath, which are the adopted villages of the college.
The National Thanksgiving Day following the canonization of St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara, founder of the CMI congregation, and St. Euphrasia Eluvathingal of the CMC congregation, on November 23, 2014 at Vatican, Rome was celebrated at Rajagiri Valley on November 29, 2014. A huge public gathering attended the function. The staff and students of RSET were actively involved in the conduct of the whole program.
The institution has conducted events like Elders day celebration, Sponsored students get together etc.
Several social economic surveys, tree census etc. are conducted.
3.6.9 Give details on the constructive relationships forged (if any) with other institutions of the locality for working on various outreach and extension activities.
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The college has collaborated with the following organizations to promote various extension activities: Kerala State Aids Control Society & IMA Aluva
Mithradham
Rajagiri Outreach
Home of Faith
3.6.10 Give details of awards received by the institution for extension activities and/contributions to the social/community development during the last four years.
RSET was awarded the Consumer Protection Award for the year 2011-12, for creating consumer rights awareness amongst students. Shri K. Babu, Hon‟ble Minister for Excise, presented the award to Dr. J. Isaac, Principal, RSET on March 26, 2012, in the function organized to celebrate World Consumer Rights Day at the Panchayath Community Hall, Kakkanad.
3.7 Collaboration
3.7.1 How does the institution collaborate and interact with research laboratories, institutes and industry for research activities. Cite examples and benefits accrued of the initiatives – collaborative research, staff exchange, sharing facilities and equipment, research scholarships etc. The institution has collaborated with many companies, industries, R&D organisations and other institutions for faculty development programs, personality development programs for students, sharing of physical resources, research scholarships, Consultancy works, planning the PEO etc., The table 3.7.1 shows the details of some of our partnerships.
Sl. Institution Area of Collaboration Benefits No. 1 FACT, Instrumentation Society of India (ISOI) The faculty members HOCL, whose goal is to share experiences and and students get a BPCL, TCC, discuss issues relevant to chance for participating Cochin instrumentation and process control. in the meetings and Shipyard and interacting with the faculty of industrial experts. The many chapter also conducts academic seminar competition for
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institutions the final year students of Instrumentation with appropriate rewards.
2 BPCL Contributed Yokogawa‟s DCS Setting up Process equipment to RSET Control lab 3 IBM MoU Rational Software Architect 4 V-Guards Consultancy Result Published in Industries Journal of Electronic Ltd. Packing. Vol:132, issue 3.doi:10.1115/1.400200g 5 Oracle Skill enhancement program for the Received Certificate of Academy faculty on Database Design & Completion Programming with SQL Table 3.7.1: Partnership with Industries 3.7.2 Provide details on the MoUs/collaborative arrangements (if any) with institutions of national importance/other universities/ industries/Corporate (Corporate entities) etc. and how they have contributed to the development of the institution.
MoU has been signed with IBM on 02/05/2013 of May, 2013 to set up Rational Software Architect in the CASE lab. The institution is in the process of signing MoUs with Indian Institute of Welding Technology and Reutlingen University School of Engineering, Germany which will be completed by October 2015.
The MoUs provides the institution Opportunity to emerge as one of the competent entities in the academic circles in research and development.
Opportunity to be recognized by the industry and academic circles as one of the preferred locations for acquiring training and skills development in latest technology and software.
Opportunity to utilize the Program to train students on IBM Software products and technologies.
Opportunity for the faculty of Rajagiri School of Engineering & Technology to design world class curriculum capable of delivering the caliber of IT skills required at present and also for the future opportunity for students to avail IBM Certification, which is valid across the globe through the Sylvan Prometric Testing Centre.
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3.7.3 Give details (if any) on the industry-institution-community interactions that have contributed to the establishment / creation/up-gradation of academic facilities, student and staff support, infrastructure facilities of the institution viz. laboratories / library/ new technology /placement services etc.
Companies have contributed to up-gradation in computer labs. Placement services extended to students have been increased due to the interactions. Sensor devices were donated by iFM, Germany to the Process Control lab of AE Department for the purpose of industry based education including flow rate, photo electric, laser beam and pressure sensors.
BPCL, Kochi donated equipments like Yokogawa Centum XL DCS, its Engineering Station, Control Station and the Marshalling Unit to the Process Control lab of AE Department
Quantum Lab under IT Department upgraded by IBM. Purchased Rational Software Architect.
3.7.4 Highlighting the names of eminent scientists/participants who contributed to the events, provide details of national and international conferences organized by the college during the last four years. The institute is highly reputed in the state and is therefore taking great efforts to attract national & international personalities. We have a great number of esteemed personalities who have conducted talks & attended various conferences in our campus. The list of the eminent scientists/academicians is in table 3.7.2. The institution has organized the following conferences 1. Fourth International Conference on Advances in Computing and Communications (ICACC), 2014 2. International Conference and workshop on Fractals and wavelets, 2013 3. Third International Conference on Advances in Computing and Communications (ICACC), 2013 4. Second International Conference on Advances in Computing and Communications (ICACC), 2012 5. First International Conference on Eco-friendly Computing and Communication Systems, ICECCS 2012 6. First International Conference on Advances in Computing and Communications (ICACC), 2011
Sl. Name of Date of Purpose of Place of Work No. Person visit visit 1 Dr. M L IIT Delhi 27/08/2014 ACC‟2014
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Kothari 2 Dr. Mathew Purdue University,USA 27/08/2014 ACC‟2014 Palakal 3 Mr. Joseph CTS 27/08/2014 ACC‟2014 Kora 4 Andrey Gorno-Altaysk State University, November, ICFW Tetenov Russia 2013 5 Christoph University of Greifswald, Germany November, ICFW Bandt 2013 6 G.P.Kapoor IIT Kanpur, India November, ICFW 2013 7 Karoly Technical University of Budapest, November, ICFW Simon Hungary 2013 8 Mariusz University of North Texas, USA November, ICFW Urbanski 2013 9 Michael Australian National University, November, ICFW Barnsley Australia 2013 10 Nathan Fractal Antena Sys. Inc, USA November, ICFW Cohen 2013 11 Ole Technical University of Denmark, November, ICFW Christensen Denmark 2013 12 Peter Technical University November, ICFW Massopust Munich/Helmholtz Zentrum 2013 Munich,Germany 13 Robert (Bob) Boston University, USA November, ICFW Devaney 2013 14 Scott Stony Brook University, USA November, ICFW Sutherland, 2013 15 Varadacharia University of Hyderabad, India. November, ICFW r Kannan, 2013 16 Vladimir Moscow State University, Russia November, ICFW Protasov 2013 17 Mr. Jayan Concordia University, Montreal, 31/08/2013 ACC 2013 Ozhikandathi Canada l
18 Mr. Chirag Ahilya Technologies, Los Angeles, 30/08/2013 ACC 2013 Warty California, USA 19 Dr. NIT, Karnataka 30/08/2013 ACC 2013
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20 Amit IIT, Hyderabad 29/08/2013 ACC 2013 Acharyya
21 Shivashankar I IT Guwahati 29/08/2013 ACC 2013 B. Nair 22 Paul Intel Corporation in Austin, TX ACC 2013 Thadikaran
23 Prof. S. IIT Madras 11/08/2012 ACC 2012 Sundar 24 Prof. IISc Bangalore 11/08/2012 ACC 2012 Govindan Rangarajan 25 Dr K. P. Ray SAMEER, Bombay 11/08/2012 ACC 2012 26 Dr. Tuhina BECS, Calcutta 10/08/2012 ACC 2012 Samanta 27 Mr. Assyst 10/08/2012 ACC 2012 Vijaykumar Nair 28 Dr. S. K. CEDT, IISc, Bangalore 10/08/2012 ACC 2012 Sinha 29 Dr. Rakesh Jaypee University of Information 09/08/2012 ACC 2012 Kumar Bajaj Technology 30 Dr Florian Christian-Albrechts-University, 09/08/2012 ACC 2012 Schatz Germany 31 Dr Raju Civil Supplies Dept. Govt. of 09/08/2012 ACC 2012 Narayana Kerala Swamy, IAS 32 Dr. Paul Hindustan University, Chennai, 24/07/2011 ACC 2011 Rodrigues India 33 Dr. K. Advanced Center for Informatics & 24/07/2011 ACC 2011 Subramanian Innovative Learning, IGNOU 34 Subir Biswas Dept. of Electrical and Computer 23/07/2011 ACC 2011 Engineering Networked Embedded and Wireless Systems (NeEWS) Laboratory,
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Michigan State University 35 Dr. Shyam School of Biotechnology, Amrita 23/07/2011 ACC 2011 Diwakar Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kollam, India 36 Bhadran V K Resource Centre for Cyber 23/07/2011 ACC 2011 Forensics , CDAC - Trivandrum, India 37 Dr. Abhijit ECED, Indian Institute of 23/07/2011 ACC 2011 Mitra Technology Guwahati, India 38 Dr. Junichi Department of Computer Science, 23/07/2011 ACC 2011 Suzuki University of Massachusetts, Boston, USA 39 Dr. Subir IonIdea, Bangalore 23/07/2011 ACC 2011 Saha 40 Dr. Sudip School of Information Technology, 23/07/2011 ACC 2011 Misra Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, India 41 Dr. Joyati Department of Mathematics and 22/07/2011 ACC 2011 Debnath Statistics, Winona State University, USA 42 Dr. Ankur Model Institute of Engineering and 22/07/2011 ACC 2011 Gupta Technology, Jammu, India 43 Dr. Dept. of Electrical and Computer 22/07/2011 ACC 2011 Kaliappan Engineering, Purdue University Gopalan Calumet, USA 44 Dr. Avinash Bloomsburg University of 22/07/2011 ACC 2011 Srinivasan Pennsylvania, USA 45 Dr. Narayan Winona State University, 22/07/2011 ACC 2011 C. Debnath Minnesota, USA 46 Dr K.R. Indira Gandhi National Open 22/07/2011 ACC 2011 Srivathsan University (IGNOU), India
47 Dr. Jaydip Innovation Lab, Tata Consultancy 22/07/2011 ACC 2011 Sen Services Ltd, Kolkata, India 48 Dr. Ajith Machine Intelligence Research Labs 22/07/2011 ACC 2011 Abraham (MIR Labs), USA Table 3.7.2: Eminent Scientists/Academicians as Speakers in Conferences (Last 4 years)
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3.7.5 How many of the linkages/collaborations have actually resulted in formal MoUs and agreements? List out the activities and beneficiaries and cite examples (if any) of the established linkages that enhanced and/or facilitated
a) Curriculum development/enrichment Each department has a Department Advisory Committee (DAC) which includes an industry representative and a representative from the academia as listed in table 3.7.3. The committee monitors the progress of the programme and participates in formulating the PEOs and POs. The committee reviews and analyzes the gap in the curriculum and gives necessary feedback or advice actions.
Sl. Name of the Company Associated Department No. representative 1. Mr. Gopalakrishnan S. B. Graphene Automation Applied Electronics & Mr. Venugopal B. HOCL Instrumentation 2. Mr. Deepak M. K. Accel Frontline Pvt. Ltd. Computer Science & Engineering 3. Dr. Paul Thadikkaran Intel, Bangalore Electronics & Communication Engineering 4. Dr. C. A. Babu CUSAT Electrical & Electronics Mr. Mohanlal Menon BPCL KR Cochin Engineering 5. Mr. S. Thomas VVDN Information Technology Mr. Nishanth P.R. Technovia IT Solutions Table 3.7.3: DAC Representatives The course curriculum for the 3 month intensive training programme in “Process Control and Instrumentation” is designed by a committee consisting of the faculty members of RSET and the people from industry. The details of the industry people involved in the curriculum are as in table 3.7.4. Depart Company Name Name Designation ment
HOCL Dr. Kochu Baby Manager Energy and AE Manooran Environment, Nansen Environment Dr. G. Bindu, Project Scientist Research Centre, Kochi
BPCL Kochi Refineries Mr. K. General Manager Ltd. Krishnakumar, Environment
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Centre for earth science Dr. Ajaya Kumar Distinguished Scientist studies Varma, Inspiration Dr. Jaigopal Rao, Principal Designer and Managing Director Kerala State Pollution Dr. M. S. Mythili Chief Environmental Control Board Engineer Table 3.7.4: Industry Participation for Designing Curriculum
Sl. Company Date of First Name Remarks No. Name Lecture 1 INTEL Dr. Paul Jan 2014- July M.Tech Thesis Guide Corporation Thadikkaran 2014 for 4 students during 2013 Table 3.7.5: Visiting Faculty from Industry
b) Internship/ On-the-job training
Student Internship Every year students of the institution undertake internship in almost 35 different public/private sector companies. Students of the third year undergo internship during their semester break. Almost 480 students go for internship every year. The following are some of the companies visited: Tata Consultancy Services NPOL NEST C-DAC FACT, Aluva Students also do their internships in research organizations like NPOL, ISRO etc. The students also go for industrial visits every year. Some of the industries visited are ISRO, Trivandrum Sunrise Hospital, Kakkanad Munnar/Tea Industry/ Hydralic Power Plant Pallivasal Hydroelectric Power Plant
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Hindustan News Print Ltd. Radio Station Devikulam Startup Village SFO Technologies, CSEZ, Kakkanad Karimtharuvy Tea Factory KSEB 220kV substation, kaniyambetta Kozhikode Idukki Hydro Electric Power Plant Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd, Banglore
d) Faculty exchange and professional development Incorp. Faculty Company Name Com. Sector Date Status Name Apple Information Technology Private Binu A. 3/4/2015 Tata Consultancy Information Technology Private Saritha S. 18/1/2013 Services Tata Consultancy Information Technology Private Abey 18/1/2013 Services Abraham NVIDIA Information Technology Private Binu A. 5/1/2013- 10/1/2013 IBM Information Technology Private Saritha S. 18/6/2013 - 21/6/2013 IBM Information Technology Private Binu A. 18/6/2013 - 21/6/2013 IBM Information Technology Private Jisha G. 18/6/2013- 21/6/2013 IBM Information Technology Private Mary John 18/6/2013- 21/6/2013 IBM Information Technology Private Neeba A. 18/6/2013 - 21/6/2013 IBM Information Technology Private Mujeebudh 18/6/2013- een Khan 21/6/2013 IBM Information Technology Private Chinchu 18/6/2013- Krishna.S 21/6/2013 IBM Information Technology Private Nikhila 18/6/2013- T.Bhuvan 21/6/2013 Table 3.7.6: Faculty Exchange e) Research
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Several faculty members are currently pursuing their Ph. D. with various institutes in and out of the state.
f) Consultancy Prof. K.S. Mathew, Dept. of Computer Science has taken up a Project Management Consultancy with NeST. He did the work for a banking project and the period of consultancy work was from 1st March 2011 to 29th February 2012
g) Extension The college has collaborated with the following organizations to promote various extension activities: Kerala State Aids Control Society & IMA Aluva Mithradham Rajagiri Outreach Home of Faith
h) Publication Mr. Joffin George, Mr. Tony Thomas and Mr. Joe Holmes of S8 „Manipulator Robot for Crack Detection and Welding in Underground Process Pipes‟
i) Student Placement Companies that visited RSET from 2012 to 2014 for campus placement:
CTS, INFOSYS, WIPRO, IBM,SUTHERLAND, TEMENOS, EXPERION TECHNOLOGIES, RUBY SOFTWARE, MUSIGMA, WISCILLA, KGSIL, NEXT EDUCTATION, STANDARD CHARTERED BANK, THOUGHT WORKS, POORNAM, ENVESTNET, TECH MAHINDRA, EASTERN GROUP, FACE, ORION, ACCENTURE, MICROLINE, CADD CENTER, REUBRO, BILTIME, SUNTEC, SOUTH INDIAN BANK, SUYATI, SAVIANCE, SPECTRUM, MPHASIS, NOVENTTO TECHNOLOGIES, FRAGOMEN, REVELATION, VERTEX, WRENCH SOLUTION, DIGITAL NIRVANA, SRIRAM
3.7.6 Detail on the systemic efforts of the institution in planning, establishing and implementing the initiatives of the linkages/collaborations.
The Industry Institute Interaction cell of RSET continues to maintain cordial relations with various reputed industries in the country. The relation is used for the benefit of the academic community of the college. Regular programs were conducted in the year 2012
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until date. The following is a description in chronological order of the activities involving interaction with industries.
Activities in the year 2014
Talk by Mr. Vijayna Pillai, Sc. G, NPOL August 23rd: Mr. S. Vijayan Pillai, Sc. G., NPOL, Kochi talked about “The Engineering Challenges and Experience in installing and commissioning an indigenous R&D system on an operational platform. Talk on Industrial Automation on July 23rd: As part of on training program conducted by DAEI Mr. B. Venugopal, Chief GM (Instrumentation), HOCL gave a talk - “Industrial Automation” on 23rd July 2014. Talk on Internet Privacy on July 4th: The Department of Information Technology organized a talk on “Internet Privacy” by ACM Distinguished Speaker Prof. Partha Dasgupta, School of Computing, Informatics and Decision Systems Engineering, Arizona State University. Talk on Smart Grid on July 1st: Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering organized a talk on “Smart Grid: Where Computing, Communication & Power Systems Meet” by ACM Distinguished Speaker Dr. Sandeep K Shukla of Virginia Tech. Talk by Dr. Stephan Fischer, Thermal Solar Systems, Univ. of Stuttgart, Germany on May 22nd: Dr. Stephan Fischer from Research and Testing Centre for Thermal Solar systems at University of Stuttgart, Germany gave a talk on the project called “SpeedColl” - a research project which is related to the development of accelerated ageing test procedures for solar thermal collectors. Workshop on Big Data Analytics from May 5th to 7th: The Department of Information Technology conducted 3-day workshop on Big Data Analytics in association with IEEE CS Kerala section, CSI Kerala Chapter and ISTE Kerala Chapter. The workshop concentrated state-of the-art in Big Data analytics by bringing together experts from academia and innovative industries like CTS, Wipro that have embraced Big Data in practice. Meeting of ISOI Kochi on April 29th: The Applied Electronics & Instrumentation conducted a meeting of the Instrument Society of India, Kochi Chapter. Various members from the industry participated in the meeting. Workshop on Data Mining Tools on April 23rd to 25th:
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The Department of Computer Science and Engineering conducted 3-day workshop on Data Mining tools and its Applications from 23/4/14 to 25/4/14. The main resource person was Dr. K.P. Soman. Talk by Mr. B. Ramani Director CDAC, TVM on April 3rd: Mr. B. Ramani Executive Director, CDAC, Trivandrum, talked on 'Importance of Indigenous Research and Development' in Kerala. Post graduate students and faculty members participated. Address by DCP, Kochi City Police on Mar 13th The address in connection with International Women's Day was made by Ms. R. Nishandhini IPS. Ms. Nishandhini interacted with our students & faculty and highlighted the increasing need of empowerment of women to drive National Industrial growth. Interaction on PLM on Mar 6th: An interaction with Mr. Johnson Chacko (M/s. Infra, Cochin) was conducted to discuss on Product Life Cycle Management. Faculty members of Applied Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electrical & Electronics and Mechanical Engineering departments attended the program.
Meeting of ISOI Kochi on Feb 25th: The Applied Electronics & Instrumentation conducted a meeting of the Instrument Society of India, Kochi Chapter. Various members from the industry participated in the meeting. Talk on Natural Gas – Fuel of 21st Century on Feb 28th: The Mechanical Dept conducted an a talk by Mr. Tony Mathew, Chief Manager, GAIL,Kochi on Natural Gas as a fuel for 21st century Talk on Entrepreneurship and Iniatives by StartUp Village on Feb 07th: ED club organized a talk on “Entrepreneurship and Initiatives Ms. Meera and Mr. Akash Mathew from Start up Village, Kochi. Talk on Ethical Hacking & Cyber Security on Jan 30th : A talk on "Ethical Hacking & Cyber Security" was conducted by BlueShell Security, Kochi. The event was attended by students and faculty members of all departments.
Training Program on LabView on January 21th: A training program on Lab-view software and C-DAQ hardware conducted was by Trident Tech Labs, Bangalore.
Activities in the year 2013
Five days workshop on Industrial Pollution Control from Nov 25th to Nov 29th
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A 5-day workshop on Industrial Pollution control for teachers from 25-29 November 2013 was organized by the Department of Applied Electronics and Instrumentation. Various experts from the industry and academic institutions participated. Workshop on Variable Frequency Drives Nov 16th: A one day workshop on “Introduction to VFD and its Industrial Applications” was organized on 16th November 2013 (Saturday) at RSET Conference Hall by the department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering . The session was carried out by Mr. Ajith Nair who is an expert in BLDC Drives Training Program on Cadence from Nov 4th to Nov 5th Department of Electronics and Communication organized a two days training program on “Cãdence® IC Design tool” on 4th and 5th of November 2013. Seminar on Solar Heating for Food Processing on Oct 18th: Dr. Albert Esper, an inventor and CEO of the Innotech Engineers Association, Germany conducted a seminar 18th October 2013 on solar heating for food processing and sustainable agriculture. Motivational talk on Entreprenuership on Sep 25th The Dept of Electronics & Communication and Dept of Electrical & Electronics organized a talk on “Motivation for Entrepreneurship “ by Mr.Srinath B of TBI ,Technopark, Trivandrum on 25th September. The talk was followed by a 4 day workshop on PIC & ARM boards for interested students by the TBI team. Talk on Energy Conservation Sep 25th Mr. C. Jayaraman, Senior Manager (Projects), BPCL-Kochi Refinery spoke on the occasion of inauguration of ELUXTRA on 25 th September 2013. ISOI Chapter meeting on Sep 10th: The department of Applied Electronics and Instrumentation conducted the ISOI meeting on 10th of September Seminar on Computer Networks in Ships on Sep 3rd: The department of Applied Electronics and Instrumentation on 3rd September2013 by Mr. Anish S. Nair, Manager, Electrical Outfit Design, Cochin Shipyard on the scope of computer networks in Cochin Shipyard in association with the inauguration of Apptronics
Talk on Rapid Proto Typing & 3D Printing on August 5th Dept of Mechanical Engineering organized a talk on "Rapid Proto Typing-3D Printing Technology" on 5th August 2013 at 1.30pm at the Conference Hall. The speakers were from M/s. Stratasys, Bangalore. Talk on System on Chip on July 19th: Dept of Electronics and Communications organized a talk on System on Chip (SoC) validation and verification on July 19th at 2.00pm at the Conference Hall. The speaker
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was Dr. Paul Thadikkaran (Intel Corporation, USA) and he discussed the evolution of Soc and new trends in industry. Chapter meeting of ISOI on July 9th: Department of Applied Electronics & Instrumentation conducted the 9th meeting of ISOI Kochi chapter on 09/07/2013. The know your industry lecture series was presented by Mr. Sabu Jose, C&I Manager, Binh Son Refinery, Vietnam. Four day Training Program on by IBM from June 18th to June 21st: Department of Information Technology, RSET is organized four day training program on “IBM Rational Seed” from 18th June 2013 to 21st June 2013. The workshop was handled by experts from IBM. Workshop on Mentor Graphic Tools on May 17th: The Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, organized a one day workshop on „Mentor Graphic Tools‟ on 17th May 2013. The workshop is being handled by experts from the company Trident TechLabs Pvt Ltd, Bangalore. Seminar on SDR on May 14th: A seminar of Software Defined Radio was conducted on May 14,, Dr. A. Unnikrishnan, Associate Director, NPOL, Cochin and Dr. Suresh Nair, CTO, SFO Technologies Pvt Ltd, NeST Group, Cochin & IEEE Kochi Section Chair, participated. One workshop on Industrial Pollution Control on April 25th: A one day workshop was conducted on April 25th, at our Board Room, with the participation of experts in the field to discuss and chalk out a plan of action for the November workshop, and to initiate the preparation of a text book on the subject. Mr. R.V.G Menon Former Director ANERT, Dr. Baby Manjooran – Manager BPCL, Mr. Bobby Antony, General Manager HOCL, Dr G. Bindu Project Scientist NERCI, Ms Mythili M.S – CE, KPCB, Dr. Ajay Kumar Varma Director CESS, Dr. Jaigopal Rao, Managing Director - Inspiration, Kochi. Session on Trends in IT industry on April 23rd Information Technology organized a session on the “Trends in IT Industry” by Mr. Sreekanth V. Shenoy (Consultant from TCS) for RSET students on 23rd April 2013 (Tuesday) at Multimedia Hall from 3.00 to 4.30 PM.
Talk on Brief overview of Solar Thermal Technology: on April 18th: The Dept. of Mechanical Engineering organized a talk on Brief overview of Solar Thermal Technology by Mr.Arun Menon, Sr.Engineer, R&D Clique Solar at 3.30 p.m. on 18th April, 2013 at the Conference Hall for S4 ME students. Workshop on Electronic System Design and Manufacturing on April 6th: The Department of Electronics and Communication (DEC), Date : 6th April 2013, organized a talk : "Design & Manufacture of Motor Controls" by Mr. Binu Augustin,
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Director, Ark Power Controls Pvt. Ltd,Cochin, and another : "Mind 2 Market" by Dr. Suresh Nair, Chief Technology Officer, SFO Technologies Pvt Ltd, NeST Group, Cochin Industry Visit on April 7th: Inauguration of CSI activity by DGM FACT on March 14th: Ambika I.S., DGM FACT, Chairperson CSI Kochi visited RSET, Computer Society of India (CSI) student chapter RSET is organizing the inauguration of its activities for the year 2013 on 14th March 2013. Workshop on Open Source Academic Tools on Feb 23rd: The 3 day Workshop on Open Source Academic Tools and ISOI-RSET Student chapter was organized on 23rd Feb, 2013. Mr. Jose Cyriac IAS, Chief Secretary, Kerala state. Mr. K Rajan, Executive Director HOCL, Kochi participated in the inaugural function. Seminar Competition for Student by ISOI on Feb 16th: The ISOI Kochi Chapter, in association with RSET organised a seminar presentation competition for the students of Applied Electronics and Instrumentation February 16, 2013 at RSET. Advances in Manufacturing Systems and Processes on Feb 1st: The Dept. of Mechanical Engineering organized an expert talk on “Advances in Manufacturing Systems and Processes” by Mr. Thankachan Pullan, DGM, HMT Kalamassery, on 1st February 2013 from 2.00 pm to 3.00 pm at the conference hall. Effective Waste Management on Jan 22nd: The Department of Mechanical Engineering conducted a seminar on “Effective Waste Management” today at Gallery Hall from 1.30 PM to 4.30 PM. The seminar was presented by Mr. T. M. Venugopalan, Retd. Senior Supervisor, R&D, HNL, Kottayam. Workshop on Cyber Awarness on Jan 4th: Department of Information Technology in association with Cyber Crime Investigation Cell, Kochi and CDAC, Trivandrum organized a workshop on Cyber Awareness at Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School, Ernakulam for their 11th standard students on January 4th 2013.
Activities in the Year 2012
Workshop – “Labview for faculty members from 5th to 7th – 11 -12 LabVIEW Workshop conducted by Dept. of Applied Electronics & Instrumentation in association with Trident Tech Labs, Bangalore. Talk on “Initiatives of National Innovation Council” on 29th -10-12.
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Mr. Karimpuzha Raman, MD of CARe Kerlalam talked about the initiatives of "National Innovation council" to promote innovation and entrepreneurship among the student community. Interactive session with CEO of Start Up Village, Kochi on 24th -09-12. An interactive session with Mr. Sijo Kuruvilla Geoge, CEO of the Start Up Village, Kochi for B.Tech students. This was organized to motivate B.Tech to take up entrepreneurial activities. Workshop – “Electricity crisis in Kerala and Possible Solutions” on 18-09-12 This program was conducted for the staffs and students of RSET. Eminent engineers from KSEB (Mr. Simon A Akkar - Executive Engineer, Mr. C P George-Dy. Chief Engineer, Mr. Kenny Philip-Assistant Executive Engineer, Mr. Tenson M A-Dy. Chief Engineer, Mr.Ashok Kumar- Senior Assistant) and handled the sessions. This program was organized by Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering. Seminar – “Emerging Trends in the industry of VLSI Design and Embedded Systems” by Wipro on 10-09-12 The seminar was conducted by Project Engineers from Wipro for M.Tech students Emerging Trends in the industry of VLSI Design and Embedded Systems. This program was organized by Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering. Seminar on “Data Acquistion and Telemetry Systems” on 21st – 08-12 Shri A R Krishnan, Adviser to Director, VSSC, ISRO has gave a presentation on Data Acquisition and Telemetry Systems. This program was organized by Department of Applied Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering. Seminar – “Environmental Sensing and Monitoring” on 24-07-12 Dr. Radhakrishna Prabhu, School of Engineering, Robert Gordon University, UK conducted a seminar on Environmental Sensing and Monitoring for B. Tech students. This program was organized by Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering. Inauguration of Instrument Society of India Kochi Chapter on 14-07-12 The inaugural function of ISOI, Kochi chapter was held. The chapter was inaugurated by the Chairman of Kochi Shipyard CMDE, K. Subramaniam, Prof J. Nagaraju of IISc, Bangalore, and Hon. Secretary of ISOI, felicitated, the Keynote address was delivered by Mr. N. Vedachalam, Distinguished Professor, VSSC. This program was organized by Department of Applied Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering. Core group committee meeting on 06-07-12 A core group committee meeting the on inauguration of ISOI Kochi chapter was held. The meeting included faculty members from RSET , Department of Applied Electronics and Instrumentation and working professionals from various industries like HOCL, BPCL, FACT, TCC, Cochin Shipyard etc. This program was organized by Department of Applied Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering.
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Faculty Enablement Program by Infosys form 25th to 29th -06-12. Infosys Campus Connect Deep Dive Faculty Enablement Program (FEP) was planned at Infosys Trivandrum Development Center from 25 - 29 June 2012. Mr. Biju Abraham N. is designated to attend the FEP. “Training Program on Process Control & Instrumentation” from 21-06 to 25-06 -12 The AEI department organized a 3 months intensive training program on Process Control and Instrumentation. This program was conducted in association with Yokogawa India Ltd and other reputed process oriented companies such as BPCL-Kochi Refineries, PACE Automation, Foax Controls Ltd, HOCL etc. This program was organized by Department of Applied Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering. Demonstration of CAD/CAM software on 15th -05-12 The Dept. of Mechanical Engineering organized a demonstration of CAD/CAM software, Siemens Solid Edge and Cam Express by Tridax Engineering Software Pvt.Ltd. Workshop – “Modern Trends in Industrial Automation” from 23rd to 27th -04-12 A four day workshop was conducted for faculty members of various colleges on Modern Trends in Industrial Automation. Reputed industries namely Honeywell, Yokogawa, Silverra consultants, Rockwell, MIL controls and HOCL, BPCL Kochi participated in this workshop. This program was organized by Department of Applied Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering. Formation of ISOI – Kochi Chapter on 13th – 04-12. The Dept. of AEI is organized the second meeting of the representatives from the industry and academics for discussions on the formation of Instrument Society of India (ISOI). Signing of MoU with VVDN on 02nd -04 -12 An MoU with Voice & Video Data Networking Technologies Pvt Ltd, Rajagiri Valley, Kochi-39. The signing of MOU is expected to benefit our post graduate programmess in Signal Processing and VLSI and Embedded Systems. This event was organized by jointly by Departments of Applied Electronics & Instrumentation and Electronics & Communication Engineering.
Preliminary Meeting of formation of ISOI – Kochi Chapter on 23rd– 03-12. A meeting was held to discuss the formation of Instrumentation Society of India – Kochi Chapter. Representatives from various process control industries in Kochi participated. This program was organized by Department of Applied Electronics & Instrumentation. Seminar by Orell Techno Systems on 14th -03 -12
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Orell Techno Systems conducted a seminar on Campus Management System for the member of Academic Institution Management Software teams. Workshop – “Adobe Photoshop” on 6th & 7th 03-12 Technovia Info Solutions in association with i-Trax, organized a workshop on Adobe Photoshop for B.Tech students. This program was organized by Department of Information Technology. Seminar – “Advanced Networking” on 05-03-12 A seminar in advanced networking by Mr. Sebin Joe, Training Manager, Logic Software Solutions (P) Ltd, Kochi for the CS and IT students. This program was organized by Department of Computer Science and Information Technology. Seminar - “Net Programming” on 03-03-12 A session on .Net Programming by Mr.Shalvin P D, Software Architecture, UST Global for 6th semester CS students. Competition - “BPCL - Encon Club competition on Environment Conservation” on 03-03-12 The ENCON club of Rajagiri School of Engineering and Technology (RSET) and BPCL Encon club jointly conducted Essay, Painting, Pencil-Sketch competitions on Environment and Energy Conservation at the college campus for the student members. The prizes are sponsored by BPCL Kochi Refinery in connection with Oil & Gas Conservation Fortnight celebrations Talk by Mr. Javed Hussan Chairman, Nest group of Companies on “Innovative Thinking” on 24-02-12 Mr. Javed Hussan talked to the first semester students of the post graduate courses and explained the need of innovative thinking among engineering professionals. Seminar - “Process Safety & Industrial Automation: An Introduction” on 30-01-12 This program was conducted by Mr. Sujith Panikker from Silverra consultants – Singapore. He described in details the relevance new safety standards implemented in Process control industry. This program was organized by the department of Applied Electronics and Instrumentation. CRITERION IV
INFRASTRUCTURE AND LEARNING RESOURCES
4.1 Physical Facilities
4.1.1 What is the policy of the Institution for creation and enhancement of infrastructure that facilitate effective teaching and learning?
Adequate infrastructure facilities are the key for effective and efficient conduct of the educational programmes. RSET focuses on developing good infrastructure like modern classrooms, well equipped laboratories, Canteen, Transport facility, Wi-Fi campus,
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Library with reading rooms, Play grounds, Power Backup, separate hostels for Boys & Girls etc. The requirement of new infrastructure and facilities are proposed by the concerned departments and the Principal recommends the proposal to the Director and the Director approves it.
RSET has a sprawling campus of 28.73 acres of Land. The built up floor space is 30996 m2. The Academic blocks consist of Conference Room, Seminar Halls, Drawing Halls, Class Rooms, Central Library, Department Libraries, Examination section etc.
4.1.2 Detail the facilities available for a) Curricular and co-curricular activities – classrooms, technology enabled learning spaces, seminar halls, tutorial spaces, laboratories, botanical garden, Animal house, specialized facilities and equipment for teaching, learning and research etc.
All the departments have the necessary infrastructure to meet the ever increasing requirements with adequate class rooms, seminar halls, tutorial halls, laboratories and sufficient space for hosting all academic activities, as shown below.
Spacious, well ventilated and well furnished class rooms Central Library and Department libraries Air-conditioned Computer Labs Digital Library Seminar Halls Conference Room Board Room Auditorium Ladies waiting Room Staff rooms. Well equipped laboratories. Workshops Spacious drawing halls Examination Cell Separate Hostels for boys and girls
For the transportation of students and faculty RSET has 16 buses & the College also uses additional 6 contract carrier buses on rented basis. The college has a canteen & Cafeteria, a stationery shop with reprographic facilities, a medical assistance room etc to cater the needs of the students and staff. We also have a post office, the South Indian Bank and ATM very close to the college.
A. Infrastructure Facilities for Academic Activities
Sl Details Available Area in sq.m
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No. Numbers 1 Class rooms 47 3946.49 2 Laboratories 46 6799.44 3 Drawing Hall 1 183.2 4 Seminar Hall 5 890.42 5 Tutorial Hall 9 629.34 6 Workshops 3 438 7 Computer Centre (CCF) 1 156.8 8. Central Library 1 685.21 9 Department Library 2 165.6 10 Auditorium 1 1098.92 Table 4.1.1: Infrastructure Facilities for Academic Activities
B. Administrative area – Infrastructure facilities
Sl No Details Number Area,sq.m 1 Director Room 1 78.40 2 Principal Room 1 76.34 3 Vice Principal Room 1 27.50 4 BoardRoom 1 91.26 5 Adm office Room 1 91.26 6 Administrator Room 1 22.66 7 Staff Room 18 1550.6 8 Store Room 6 148.47 9 Maintenance 1 52.00 10 Security 1 2.50 11 Pantry for staff 1 6.20 12 House Keeping 1 8.55 13 Placement Cell 1 196.2 14 Students welfare 1 37.6 Table 4.1.2: Administrative area
C. Amenities Area – Infrastructure Facilities
Sl No Details Number Area,sq.m 1 Toilets Ladies & Gents 27 588.06 2 Boys Common Room 2 105.4 3 Girls Common Room 2 112.6 4 Canteen 1 677.9 5 Stationary Stores / 1 13.7 Reprographic Facilities 6 First Aid / Sick Room 1 24.8 7 Fitness Centre 2 1000 Table 4.1.3: Amenities Area
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Central library with more than 685 Sq m is available with the following facilities:
Details of Books and journals and their value in central library ( As on 31st March 2014)
No. Value Text Books 23357 7364548.5 Reference Books 3374 3935353.5 e-Books 363 220887 Journals 264 750004 e-Journals 7 e-Journal Packages 4230574 Digital Database NPTEL Video Lectures , Institutional Repository CD & Video 841 Others (specify) – Back Volumes 1629 Back Volumes Table 4.1.4: Library Details
Number of books added for the year 2014-15
No. of Titles – 999
No. of Volumes – 1847
Print Journals - 90
Total number of books as on August 2015
Item Number
Total number of books 28986
Total number of Titles 11669
Table 4.1.5: Library Books
Classrooms:
The institution has sufficient number of well-furnished, well ventilated, spacious classrooms for conducting theory classes. Class Rooms are spacious and ergonomically designed so that proper ventilation, lighting is provided with good acoustics.
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All the class rooms of individual departments are at close proximity in order to have better access for the students.
Technology enabled learning rooms:
Each department in the college is provided with technology enabled classrooms to facilitate engaged and active learning. Each room has a seating capacity of 63 and provided with LCD projector, Wi-Fi and LAN enabled internet connectivity, public addressing system etc. The Classrooms are also ideal for small seminars and workshops where the audio- visual facilities available help make presentations with a greater impact.
Seminar Halls:
The college has 5 seminar halls to conduct conferences, workshops and symposia for students and faculty. All the seminar halls are equipped with LCD projector, LCD screen, white board and public addressing system. Tutorial classrooms:
The institute has four shared tutorial Rooms to help students who are lagging in the subjects and to address the personal level doubts and queries of the students. One period per week is assigned as tutorial period for each subject.
Laboratories:
The college has enough well-equipped labs, used for whole the year on timetable basis to meet the curriculum requirements. Labs are equipped with sufficient hardware and licensed software to run program specific curriculum and off program curriculum. Lab facility is available for students after normal working hours as necessary. All labs are provided with Un-interruptible power supply (UPS). Students are encouraged to use the labs and workshops for their academic project works.
Botanical Garden:
RSET maintains a botanical garden that contains various plants.
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Animal house:
There is an animal house in the campus. Horses, Emu, ducks etc are in the animal house.
Specialized facilities and equipment for teaching, learning and research:
The college has a well equipped language lab with ETNL Language Lab Software. The lab has an area of 78.14 sq.m. The lab can accommodate 29 students at a time. An intranet facility Rajagiri Information Centre for providing e-journals, video lectures, syllabus based class notes etc. is also provided. Course materials shared in intranet repository can be accessed by students from Advanced Resource Centre or Central Computing Facility All students are provided with Gyan (Lecture notes, previous question papers, NPTEL videos etc.) credentials as e-learning platform. Students can check their marks and attendance through an internet facility (Rajagiri Student Management System).
Apart from the central library, department libraries with good collection of books are available.
b). Extra–curricular activities: sports, outdoor and indoor games, gymnasium, auditorium, NSS, cultural activities, Public speaking, communication skills development, health and hygiene etc.
The college puts forward efforts to realize total development of the student. In addition to academics, literary, cultural and sports activities are conducted which offer leadership qualities, decision making abilities, team spirit, precision, analytical capabilities, socio- psychological awareness etc. which make an individual intellectually mature being.
Infrastructure Facilities for Co-curricular activities
We have a literary forum functioning in the campus. The literary forum provides the students with opportunities to develop and hone their creative skills, and conducts literary workshops, seminars and discussions on literature and creative writing. Arts club: The RSET arts club encourages the artistic talents of the students, provides them with the opportunity to hone their organizational skills and develop a spirit of sportsmanship and cooperation. It organizes the annual Arts Festival „Bharatham‟.
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Music club: The RSET music club is formed with the active participation of students from all batches. The club encourages the students to generate new horizons to their music dreams.
Sports, outdoor and indoor games, gymnasium:
The college promotes sports and games and offers the individual an opportunity to enhance self knowledge, expression, personal development, courage and social interaction. To develop team spirit, leadership qualities and organizing abilities among the students, Sports & Games meets are organized regularly in the college. Students of all departments participate and prove their talents.
Games and Sports facilities, and qualified sports instructors
Qualified sports instructors : 1. Mr. Shibu P.P MPES, M.Phil., Assistant Director 2. Mr. Rejeesh T.Chacko, Assistant Professor
Details of Department of Physical Education
Infra structural details of Physical Education Department
Sl Name of the Area Plinth Area in Sq.Mtrs No.
1 Basketball Courts with Floodlight Facility 2050 Sq.Mtrs
2 Football Field 5850 Sq.Mtrs
3 Cricket Ground 9000 Sq.Mtrs
4 Volleyball Courts 400 Sq.Mtrs
5 Throw ball Court 200 Sq.Mtrs
6 Tennis Court 600 Sq.Mtrs
7a Fitness Centre Gents 500 Sq.Mtrs
7b Fitness Centre Ladies 500 Sq.Mtrs
8 Play Ground consist of 200mtrs Athletic Track, Long Jump Pit, Shot-put, Discus Throw pits and Javelin 6000 Sq.Mtrs sector.
9a Department Room 40 Sq.Mtrs
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9b Sports Store 40 Sq.Mtrs
10a Indoor Badminton Court 1000 Sq.Mtrs
10b Table Tennis Area 175 Sq.Mtrs
Table 4.1.6: Infra structural details of Physical Education Department
Physical Education Department facilities
Availability Sl No. Name of the facility for usage Basketball Courts with Floodlight 1 2 Facility 2 Football Field 2 3 Cricket Ground 1 4 Volleyball Courts 2 5 Throw ball Court 1 6 Indoor Badminton Court 1 7 Tennis Court 1 Play Ground consist of 200mtrs Athletic Track, 8 Long Jump Pit, Shot-put, Discus Throw pits and 1 Javelin sector. 9 Table Tennis Board 2 Fitness Centre Gents 15 Individual stations 10 1 Multi station Fitness Centre Ladies 15 Individual stations 11 1 Multi station Table 4.1.7: Physical Education Department facilities
Gymnasium Equipment Details
Sl No. List of Equipment in Gymnasium
1 Tread Mill 2 Spinning Cycle 3 Smith Machine 4 Multi Purpose Bench 5 Leg Extension & Leg Curl Machine 6 5 Station Multi Purpose Machine 7 Cable Cross Over
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8 Latt Pull Down & Row Machine 9 Pec-Dec Machine 10 Abdominal Crunch Bench 11 Adjustable bench 12 Seated Shoulder Press Machine Dumbells, Barbells, Weight Plates & Dumbell /Plate 13 Racks 14 Digital Weighing Machine 15 T-Bar 16 Automatic Body Massager 17 Music System with Home Theater
Table 4.1.8: Gymnasium Equipment Details
Auditorium
An auditorium with a seating capacity of 750 is available to host literary and cultural activities. The auditorium is equipped with enough lights & fans and good ventilation. An auditorium with a seating capacity is planned in the proposed KE block .
NATIONAL SERVICE SCHEME (NSS)
NSS unit (Technical Cell Unit No.232) is available in the campus with Mr. Rejeesh T. Chacko as co-ordinator and students as members. The unit actively undertakes social and humanitarian projects. The college NSS team regularly organizes social camps in surrounding areas and villages to create awareness among the public community on various social, moral, ethical principles and ways of life. The NSS Unit of the college involves the students in social service activities by arranging special camps in nearby villages and towns. The unit helps the villages near the college by sponsoring educational needs of their children. It also organizes blood donation camps frequently.
Cultural activities
Arts Festival : The arts Club organizes the annual „Arts festival‟ – „Bharatham‟ , which encourages the artistic talents of the students, provides them with opportunity to hone their organizational skill and develop a spirit of sportsmanship and cooperation. „Bharatham‟ consists of 69 events and was divided into 2 categories- literary events and the main events. The literary events and the main events are subdivided into various categories viz. musical, theatre and dance events. The fest is conducted house wise with names Spartans, Vikings, Aryans , Mughals and Rajputs. The Arts Fest unveils young talents in the field of music, dance, and various other literal and cultural activities.
Communication skills development
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A full time English teacher is appointed to take care of the development of communication skills of the students in their first year of study itself. Along with regular subjects, one period per week is allotted to each branch for training on communication skills development. The college has a well equipped language lab with ETNL Language Lab Software. The lab has an area of 78.14 sq.m. The lab can accommodate 29 students at a time. The focus is on training the students speak fluent, intelligible, appropriate, and functionally correct English through coaching in phonetics, role plays, describing exercises and debates.
Health and hygiene
The campus has a medical centre which takes care of emergencies. A doctor is available 3 days in a week and a full time nurse is also available. An ambulance is available in the campus to take care of any emergencies. College buildings are being maintained ensuring maximum levels of safety and hygiene.
4.1.3 How does the institution plan and ensure that the available infrastructure is in line with its academic growth and is optimally utilized? Give specific examples of the facilities developed/augmented and the amount spent during the last four years (Enclose the Master Plan of the Institution/ campus and indicate the existing physical infrastructure and the future planned expansions if any).
Since its inception in 2001, the college has been keeping pace with the changing needs and requirements to meet its academic growth. To keep pace with the needs and requirements, additional infrastructure is being added from time to time. In the last four years, many facilities including a new building have been constructed/ renovated. The details of the facilities which have been added are as under:
Facilities Developed in the last four years and the amount spent:
Items Expenses in Expenses in Expenses in
2013-2014 2012-2013 2011-2012
Acquisition of 77576883 29586132 34462685 land; & new buildings and infrastructural built-up Library Books & 1785326 664365 524857 Equipment
Library E- 1430668 1647800 1285666 Journal, Print Journals &
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Magazines Laboratory 21503743 13320176 2300298 Equipment & Software
Games and Sports 1036694 309609 594095
Buses & Cars 20575 185168 902788 purchase
Furniture 3113758 1969474 1554947
Administrative 197350321 182783582 150451645 and other Expenditure Table 4.1.9: Facilities Developed
4.1.4 How does the institution ensure that the infrastructure facilities meet the requirements of students with physical disabilities?
Wheel chair and lift are available for physically disabled students. A ramp is provided at the PG centre for the physically disabled students.
4.1.5 Give details on the residential facility and various provisions available within them:
Hostel Facility: The college has separate hostel facilities for boys and girls
a. capacity of the hostels (to be given separately for boys and Girls) Capacity of the boys hostel is 450 Capacity of the girls hostel is 350
b. Occupancy Occupancy of the boys hostel is 450 Occupancy of the girls hostel is 350
c. Rooms in the hostel (to be given separately for boys and Girls)
There are 214 rooms in the boys‟ hostel. There are 203 rooms in the girls‟ hostel.
d. Recreational facilities
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Television with cable connection facility.
e. Sports and Games (Indoor and Outdoor facilities) The Hostel has provision for the following i. Table Tennis ii. Carom iii. Chess The Hostel also has the following facilities for use by the students and staff.
WI-FI enabled Facilities for medical emergencies: An ambulance is available within the campus for any medical emergencies. Recreational facility-common room with audio-visual equipments. Constant supply of safe drinking water. 24 hours Security
4.1.6 What are the provisions made available to students and staff in terms of health care on the campus and off the campus?
The college has the facility for medical assistance. There is a medical centre functioning in the college with a doctor available for 3 days in a week and a full time nurse. An ambulance is available within the campus for any medical emergencies.
4.1.7 Give details of the Common Facilities available on the campus – spaces for special units like IQAC, Grievance Redressal unit, Women‟s Cell, Counseling and Career Guidance, Placement Unit, Health Centre, Canteen, recreational spaces for staff and students, safe drinking water facility, auditorium, etc.
IQAC Details A cell is constituted as per AICTE Guidelines to ensure consistency in high quality academic delivery and outcomes. An exclusive room is provided for day to day activities of IQAC.
Grievance Redressal unit
A Grievance Redressal cell with following member is formed as per the suggestion of the AICTE to redress events if any of staff members or any students of the campus.
1. Prof. A J Kuttyamma (Convenor) 2. Prof. Gopalakrishna Pillai. A. 3. Ms.Jayasri R. Nair. 4. Mr. Binu R.
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5. Mr.sidheek P. A.
Functions of Grievance Redressal Cell
Action Taken Report (ATR) on the complaints registered tobe maintained. Students / Staff complaints regarding the amenities / facilities to be brought to the notice of the higher authorities. Maintain a harmonious atmosphere in the campus with a feel of concern and sense of belonging. Issues related to general problems in the campus / hostels that are brought to the notice of this committee are to be recorded.
Women‟s cell
In compliance with the Supreme Court Judgment and guidelines issued in 1997 as well as the „Sexual Harassment of Women at Work Place (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Bill 2006‟, to provide for the effective enforcement of the basic human right of gender equality and guarantee against sexual harassment and abuse, RSET had constituted a Women‟s Grievance Redressal Committee (WGRC) in 2009. The afore said bill was enacted in April 2013 and keeping with the spirit of the Act, the WGRC has been renamed as the Complaints Committee against Sexual Harassment (CCASH) to make its purpose more explicit. The present committee consists of the following members who represent the faculty, administrative staff, students and a sociologist.
NAME Department
1. Dr. Deepthy Das Krishna - Dept. of ECE (Chair person) 2. Ms. Santhi B -Dept. of EEE (Convener) 3. Ms. Priya S - Dept of AEI 4. Ms. Anitha Varghese - Dept. of CE 5. Ms. Jisha G -Dept. of IT 6. Ms. Anita John - Dept. of CSE 7. Prof. Gopalakrishna Pillai - Dept. Of ME 8. Ms. Bindu V. A - Dept of BS 9. Mr. Reji V.V - Administration 10. Dr. Celine Sunny - Sociologist and Research head, RCSS (ex-officio member) 11. Ms. Aparna George - Student Council Vice Chair person (ex-officio member)
Objectives of the committee
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1. To act as an inquiry authority on a complaint of sexual harassment
2. Deal with cases of sexual harassment in a time bound manner, aiming at ensuring support services to the victimized and termination of the harassment.
3. Take proactive measures to sensitize the staff, faculty and students about gender issues, sexual harassment and its legal implications through awareness seminars, campaigns, talks etc.
Counseling
The institution has a student welfare officer who provides counseling to the students on personal and academic problems. An office with an area of 37.60 sq. m is provided in the main block for this purpose.
Career Guidance Cell
The career guidance cell organizes lectures, presentations and seminars; and acts as an information source on higher education and career opportunities. It helps the students analyze their aptitude, and make the best choice from the available alternatives.
Placement & Training Cell
A dedicated Placement & Training Cell is working round the year to provide efficient and effective training and employment opportunities for all students. The placement cell keeps track of openings within the country and abroad, and brings in companies for campus recruitment. It prepares students for recruitment by providing training through aptitude tests, group discussions and mock interviews.
Functions of the Placement & Training Cell:
1. To plan, schedule and conduct the placement drive for final year students. 2. To establish a relationship with companies that visit for recruitment. 3. To provide training program for all students so as to make them prepared for the placement process. 4. To attract core companies to the campus. 5. To provide students with journals, magazines, newspapers etc through the college library to make them aware of job opportunities abroad and in public sector units. 6. Spread awareness about different career opportunities pertaining to the different branches of Engineering.
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7. To conduct workshops, lectures, seminars on higher education and career opportunities. Provide coaching for competitive examinations.
Infrastructure and Facilities available in the placement cell:
Facility Number Number of interview rooms 5
Number of GD rooms 3
Number of chambers for HR 2 personnel Number of guest rooms for HR 10 personnel Table 4.1.10: Placement Cell Facilities
A total area of 196.2 sq m is provided for placement cell.
Members of Placement Cell:
• Full-time Officers: 3 (1 TPO & 2 ATPO) Full-time Trainers: 1 (Soft skills & Personality Development) Office staff: 1 Student Volunteers attached to placement cell: 21
Health centre
The campus has a medical centre with an area of 24.80 sq.m which takes care of emergencies. A doctor is available 3 days in a week. A full time nurse is also available.
Canteen
The College has canteen facility of over 600 sq m area with a seating capacity of 300.
Recreational facilities for students
Both Boy‟s and Girl‟s hostels are equipped with the recreational facilities for the students.
Safe drinking water facility
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The College has Reverse Osmosis Plant (1000 liter/hr capacity) to serve the drinking water requirement in the campus. Storage capacity of drinking, washing and watering facilities is about 1,75,000 liters. Aqua guards and other water purifies are attached to as many as 10 water coolers for fresh and purified water supply to students and staff.
Auditorium
An auditorium with a seating capacity of 750 is available to host literary and cultural activities. The auditorium is equipped with enough lights & fans and good ventilation.
4.2 Library as a Learning Resource
4.2.1 Does the library have an Advisory Committee? Specify the composition of such a committee. What significant initiatives have been implemented by the committee to render the library, student/user friendly?
YES. Since the Library has to cater to the needs of variety of users such as faculty, post graduate and under graduate students, and non teaching staffs, a wide range of subject fields are to be represented in our book stock with prime thrust for meeting the needs of students and faculty members. Besides this, for smooth functioning of the library and safe guarding the interest of all sections of the library users, formation of policies, rules & regulations and implementing the library policies in a judicious manner, an infrastructure is needed for the library. To meet all the above objectives the Central Library is advised by a Library development Committee with the following composition and representatives.
Composition of the committee
Secretary
Prof. K. A. Ouseph
Members
1. Dr. A. Unnikrishnan, Principal 2. Dr. John M. George Vice Principal 3. Dr. P.B. Vinod Kumar (Prof., DBSH) 4. Ms. Liza Annie Joseph (HoD, AEI) 5. Mr. Ajith S (HoD, CSE) 6. Mr. Jaison Jacob (HoD, ECE) 7. Ms. Jaysree R Nair (HoD, EEE)
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8. Mr. Manoj G Tharian (HoD, ME) 9. Ms. Kuttyamma A J (HoD, IT) 10. Dr. Antony V. V. (HoD, DBSH) 11. Dr. Jobin Antony 12. Ms. Aparna George 13. Ms. Shimmi Ashokan 14. Mr. Binu A 15. Mr. Jobin Jose 16. Mr. Tony Joseph 17. Ms. Sunitha Wilson 18. Mr Binu R 19. Mr. James Mathew 20. Ms. Joseena Joseph 21. Ms. Rinu Alice Koshy
Significant Initiatives of the Committee:
1. Library working hours have been extended up to 8.30 PM on working days. 2. Any suggestions/grievances are invited from the users through suggestion box and action is taken accordingly after discussion in the meeting of the committee. 3. Users can access publications and previous question papers. 4. Digital library has been set up with high speed network connectivity to access all e-resources and video streaming e-learning programme.
Its major responsibilities are:
Advise or suggest new programs/development for the growth of the library Evaluate progress and functioning of the library Scrutinize financial proposals for capital expenditure, major purchase and recommend for sanction them Other matters of importance and interest concerned with the growth, development and welfare of the library
4.2.2 Provide details of the following:
Total area of the library (in Sq. Mts.) : 685.21 sq. m
Total seating capacity : 201
Working hours (on working days, on holidays, before examination days, during examination days, during vacation)
on working days : 08:00 A.M. to 08:30 P.M.
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on holidays : 09:30 A.M. to 04:00 P.M.
on before examination days : 08:00 A.M. to 08:30 P.M.
during examination days : 08:00 A.M. to 08:30 P.M.
during vacation : 08:00 A.M. to 08:30 P.M.
4.2.3 How does the library ensure purchase and use of current titles, print and e-journals and other reading materials? Specify the amount spent on procuring new books, journals and e-resources during the last four years.
Material Selection and Purchase
Library should purchase at least 650 titles and 3000 volumes in a year to satisfy AICTE norms.
It should make sure that these books confirming to the syllabus and quite relevant in our context.
Purchase can be done only after getting approval of the books selection committee
Observance of GOC norms is must in library purchase
Purchase Procedure
Before the commencement of each semester all departments are requested to submit the request for the purchase of books, and after verification for duplication by the library staff the requests are submitted to the library committee for approval. After obtaining the approval the quotations are invited from the suppliers. In their quotation they quote the price and discount for each book. Then order is placed with the supplier whose price after discount is lowest. The order for purchase is sanctioned by the Director. Major publishers send catalogues of current titles and various departments use these catalogues while preparing their request for the purchase of books
Amount spent on procuring new books, journals and e-resources during the last four years
Amount Spent in Rs Item 2013-14 2012-13 2011-12 Text Books 653228 387172.3 240614.9 Reference Books 1,132,098 277192.7 284242.1
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e-Books 115545 115545 105342 Journals 222416 230407 180168 e-Journals 1176780 1303848 1000156 Table 4.2.1: Amount Spent for Library Facilities
4.2.4 Provide details on the ICT and other tools deployed to provide maximum access to the library collection?
Library is enabled with OPAC through which users can search the library catalog principally to locate books and other material available at the library.
All students are provided with Gyan credentials as e-learning platform.
Students have access to various e-journal packages like IEEE xplore, Science Direct, Springer, ASME, ASTM, ASCE etc.
RSET Institutional Repository is a digital service that collects, preserves, and distributes digital material. It provides Competitive Examination Question Papers, Conference Proceedings, Department Publications, Faculty Collections, Internal Examination Question Papers - Post Graduate & Under Graduate programmess, Main Project Reports - Under Graduate, Maters Thesis Reports - Post Graduate, Seminar Reports of Post Graduate & under Graduate programmes, University Question Papers etc.
Wi-Fi enabled reading hall.
Computers for internet browsing and digital library.
RSET Digital Library serve‟s Campus wide access to video lectures – (Video lectures from NPTEL Phase I and Phase II and C- DEEP IIT Bombay).
High end reprographic machine.
J-Gate is an electronic gateway to global e-journal literature provides seamless access to millions of journal articles available online.
4.2.5 Provide details on the following items:
Average number of walk-ins : 240 per day
Average number of books issued/returned : 115/107
Ratio of library books to students enrolled : 11 books per student
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Average number of books added during last 3 years : 5349 (1st April2012 – 31st March 2015)
Average number of login to opac (OPAC) : 90
Average number of login to e-resources : 669
Average number of e-resources downloaded/printed : 325
Number of information literacy trainings organized : 1
Details of “weeding out” of books and other materials : Nil
4.2.6 Give details of the specialized services provided by the library.
Reference: The Library has a separate reference section in which 4274 books are available. Reprography: Reprography facility is available in the library for the benefit of the faculty and students. Information deployment and notification: Yes, (Through Orientation program, New Arrivals Board, email, notice board, Reference service, Website). A notice board at the entrance of the library displays all the important and latest notifications. User orientation and awareness program has been conducted for students and staff. Download: Yes Printing: Yes
4.2.7 Enumerate on the support provided by the Library staff to the students and teachers of the college.
The library staff assists the staff and students for accessing of books and e-journals in case of difficulty. Also to facilitate the ease of access the library staff ensures that arrangements are made to display new arrivals in a special rack and the list of books is displayed at the ends of the rack. The new books are kept for 10-15 days as a display.
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4.2.8 What are the special facilities offered by the library to the visually/physically challenged persons? Give details.
Institute does not have visually/physically challenged persons so far. However necessary arrangement will be made if need arises.
4.2.9 Does the library get the feedback from its users? If yes, how is it analysed and used for improving the library services. (What strategies are deployed by the Library to collect feedback from users? How is the feedback analyzed and used for further improvement of the library services?
Suggestions and feedback collected through suggestion box. A complaint box is provided at the library, in which the students/ faculty may drop complaints or suggestions. Any such complaint/ suggestion received is addressed by the library development committee immediately and informed to the Principal if necessary.
4.3 IT Infrastructure
4.3.1. Give details on the computing facility available (hardware and software) at the institution.
Number of computers with Configuration (provide actual number with exact configuration of each available system):
Item Number Number of Desktop computers 821 Number of Laptops 99 Number of Servers 16
Table 4.3.1: Number of computers
Details of the computing facility (hardware and software) in each lab is given below
CCF - Hardware
Sl Name of Equipment / Quanti Total Remarks No. Brief specification ty Count
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1. Computer System (with HDD :160 GB (62) /500 GB (4) specifications) 66 RAM : 2Gb (62) ,4 Gb (4) Processor:AMD Athlone™ 1) Hp dx 2355 60 Dual core Processor 5200b 2.71Ghz (60) ,INTEL® Core™ 2) Dell Optiplex390 4 i3 2120 CPU @ 3.30Ghz (4), AMD ATHLONE™ 64 x2 Dual 3) Dell Optiplex740 2 Core Processor 5800+3.00Ghz (2) 2. Windows 2008Server 1 1 Table 4.3.2: Details of Hardware in CCF Lab
CCF- Softwares
Sl SOFTWARES QUANTITY No. 1 Ms Windows Xpl Genuine 63 2 Windows 7 genuine 2 3 Windows 2008 Genuine 1 4 Ubuntu 11.10 61 5 Microsoft Office 2007 Professional 66 6 Adobe Reader 66 7 Anti virus (free ware) 66 8 Masam 63 9 Turbo C++ 63 10 Flex 60 11 Bison 60 Table 4.3.3: Details of Software in CCF Lab
Heisenberg lab - Hardwares
Sl Name of Equipment / Quantity Total Remarks No. Brief specification Count 1. Computer System (with 69 latestspecifications)
1) Sunray thin clients 39 HDD :70 GB (26) /500GB (3) RAM : 512 26 2) Wipro desktop mb DDR2 above RAM :4 GB DDR3 P4 3 processor /i3 processor 3) Dell pc 1
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4) Compaq Table 4.3.4: Details of Hardware in Heisenberg lab
Heisenberg lab - Softwares
Sl No. SOFTWARES QUANTITY 1 Ms Office 2007/2010 Professional 2 2 Online UPS(6KVA) 1 3 Ubuntu 20 4 Windows 8 3 5 Windows 7 1 6 Windows Xp 6 Table 4.3.5: Details of Software in Heisenberg lab
Hercules lab - Hardwares Sl Name of Equipment / Quantit Remarks No. Brief specification y 1. PC Specifications to be followed: Computer System (with HP Compaq Processor: AMD latestspecifications) 5 ATHLON XR5200 RAM: 2 GB or better HDD: 160 GB SATA Monitor: Color TFT Table 4.3.6: Details of Hardware in Hercules lab
Quantum lab - Hardwares Sl Name of Equipment / Brief Qua Remarks No. specification ntity 1. Computer System (with latest PC Specifications to be followed: specifications) Processor: Core 2 Due, 2.0 GHz OR SUN MICROSYSTEMS 2 Dual Core ULTRA 20 HP COMPAQ RAM: 3 GB or better 6005 PRO MICROTOWER 61 HDD: 320 GB SATA Dell Optiplex Monitor: Color TFT Total 4 OS: Genuine Windows 7 Professional or Home Premium or Windows 7 67 Ultimate Antivirus: User License for one year
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Table 4.3.7: Details of Hardware in Quantum lab
Quantum lab - Softwares
Sl SOFTWARES QUANTITY No. 1 Windows 2008 Server or Latest version (10 user 2 License) 2 IBM Rational Rose 30 User 3 Ms Office 2007 Professional or latest version 64 Nodes (20 user license) 4 Online UPS(5KVA) 1 Table 4.3.8: Details of Software in Quantum lab
Bohr lab - Hardwares
Sl Name of Equipment / Brief Quantity Remarks No. specification 1. Computer System (with latest 8 specifications)
Processor: Core 2 Due, 2.0GHz 1) Sunfirex2100 2 OR Dual Core or better. RAM: 3 GB or better . 2) Sunfirex2200 2 HDD: 320 GB SATA or better. Monitor: Color TFT 4 3) SunfireV20z 1 4) IBMp-series 1 5) IBM e-series 6) Sunfirev490 1
7) Hp Desktop 5
8) Compaq Presario 2
9) Dell optiplex 3
10) Dell poweredge T410 1
1 11) Sunfirex4170 2. Windows 2003 Server or 1 Microsoft Volume licensing Latest version Table 4.3.9: Details of Hardware in Bohr lab
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Bohr lab - Softwares
Sl SOFTWARES QUANTITY No. 1 Ms Office 2007/2010 Professional 2 Windows 2003 server 4 3 Windows 2008 server 3 4 Debain 4 5 Ubuntu 2 6 Windows 8 7 Windows 7 1 8 Xp 2 9 Fluent 10 Msql 11 Solaris 4 12 Matlab 2007 20 13 Matlab 2009 10 14 Matlab2011 50 15 Oracle 9 1 16 Visual studio 1 Table 4.3.10: Details of Software in Bohr lab
Klienrock lab - Hardwares
Sl Category Processor RAM HDD DVD Monitor Total No 1 WORKSTATION Xeon(3.10 8 GB 250 16 19 '' 1 SERVER(DELLT1 Ghz) DDR3 GB XDVD LED 600) SATA W/R 2 DELL CORE i5 CORE 4 GB 460 16 18.5 '' 10 i5(3.10Ghz) DDR3 GB XDVD LED SATA W/R 3 DELL CORE i3 CORE 4 GB 460 16 18.5 '' 10 i3(3.30Ghz) DDR3 GB XDVD LED SATA W/R Table 4.3.11: Details of Hardware in Klienrock lab
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Total No. of Printers: 32
4.3.2 Detail on the computer and internet facility made available to the faculty and students on the campus and off-campus?
120 MBPS Internet facility is provided for students & staff
The entire campus is wifi enabled and faculty/ students who wish to access the facility can do so with prior permission.
4.3.3 What are the institutional plans and strategies for deploying and upgrading the IT infrastructure and associated facilities?
The college has Cloud Computing Facility. The existing Cloud Computing facility is an Open Stack 3 node architecture installation. It consists of a management node, network node and 3 computer nodes having 18 cores.
At least 5 M Tech projects are registered to use this facility currently and staff members also use it for cloud research. A paper has been already accepted for publication in ACC 2015 and another one is accepted for ACC workshop 2015.
As a second step we are planning to set up a basic high performance installation. It will be a pre- cursor to the proposed Rajagiri Supercomputing Facility which is aspired to become a node in the National HPC Grid.
RSET is also planning to develop national and international HPC consulting collaborations. We are trying to find Government funding for the HPC setup (DST, DyST, UGC, AICTE, etc).
4.3.4 Provide details on the provision made in the annual budget for procurement, upgradation, deployment and maintenance of the computers and their accessories in the institution (Year wise for last four years).
Amount spent on maintenance and up gradation of ICT
Academic Year Maintenancen and upgradation (in Lakhs) 2013-14 19.84 2012-13 22.17 2011-12 19.48 Table 4.3.12: Amount spent on maintenance and up gradation of ICT
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4.3.5 How does the institution facilitate extensive use of ICT resources including development and use of computer-aided teaching/ learning materials by its staff and students?
Faculty are encouraged to use computers in class rooms for power point presentations and for preparing lesson plans and learning materials.
Smart class rooms with LCD projectors, and WIFI connectivity are available.
Staff rooms are facilitated with computers and Internet.
4.3.6 Elaborate giving suitable examples on how the learning activities and technologies deployed (access to on-line teaching - learning resources, independent learning, ICT enabled classrooms/learning spaces etc.) by the institution place the student at the center of teaching-learning process and render the role of a facilitator for the teacher
Faculty are encouraged to refer NPTEL video materials. Students are also provided with on line NPTEL video materials.
Well equipped computer Labs, LCD projectors and OHPs are available to the faculty for conducting seminars, workshops, computer aided training, faculty development programs and conferences.
The e-Journal and e-Library facility is available for both students and faculty members to gain knowledge.
The campus and the hostels are fully enabled with Wi-Fi access to avail internet facilities. The faculty is always available for any need based assistance in the use of ICT.
4.3.7 Does the Institution avail of the National Knowledge Network connectivity directly or through the affiliating university? If so, what are the services availed of?
Yes.
4.4 Maintenance of Campus Facilities
4.4.1 How does the institution ensure optimal allocation and utilization of the available financial resources for maintenance and upkeep of the following facilities (substantiate your statements by providing details of budget allocated during last four years)?
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Description 2013-14 2012-13 2011-12
A Building 141.63 50.18 54.61 B Furniture C Equipment 3.33 4.17 1.69 D Computers 19.84 22.17 19.48 E Vehicles 20575 185168 902788 F Any Other 2.24 1.32 1.52 Table 4.4.1: Amount spent on maintenance of campus facilities
4.4.2 What are the institutional mechanisms for maintenance and upkeep of the infrastructure, facilities and equipment of the college? We have a centralized maintenance department for the entire campus with full time salaried employees.
Infrastructure: A maintenance register is being kept in the reception of the administration block. All complaints and recommendations registered are being checked by the respective staff on a daily basis and the necessary steps are taken.
Maintenance of academic infrastructure • Maintenance cell is in place to take care of civil, electrical and furniture routine check-ups and repairs. • Schedule of routine inspection and check-ups is prepared. • Central complaint register is maintained. • Minor repairs are carried out by in-house staff. • Electrical Staff: 04 Workshop Staff: 02 Plumber: 01 • Major repairs are outsourced. • Maintenance cell meets once in a month to take review and discuss any major problems. • Energy audit of institute is carried out in-house. • Routine cleaning of premises including toilet blocks by contract labors. • Routine cleaning of water tanks, coolers and filters is carried out as per schedule. 4.4.3 How and with what frequency does the institute take up calibration and other precision measures for the equipment/instruments?
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• Calibration of the instrumentation equipment is taken up by the respective departments as and when required basis. 4.4.4 What are the major steps taken for location, upkeep and maintenance of sensitive equipment( voltage fluctuations, constant supply of water etc.)? Electricity and power backup • The college has two 1000 kVA (11kV/430V supply) transformer installed in the campus by Kerala State Electricity Board catering to the energy needs of the campus. • As a backup, the institute also has standby Diesel generators of 650 kVA, 500 kVA and 320 kVA amounting to equal backup support i.e., 1470 kVA in the event of power failures • Institute has trained staff for maintenance of UPS. UPS Details
Sl No Item Description Quantity 1 20 KVA UPS 02 2 6 KVA UPS 12 3 3 KVA UPS 01 4 1.5 KVA UPS 01 5 500 VA UPS 10 Table 4.4.2: UPS Details
Any other relevant information regarding Infrastructure and Learning Resources which the college would like to include. • Spacious, sprawling and eco-friendly campus. • Over 26000 sq. m. of built up area. • Central computing Facility with internet facility on all the days with extended hours. • WIFI enabled campus and hostels. • Adequate number of spacious class rooms, laboratories, seminar halls, meeting halls, Tutorial rooms, Auditorium etc. • Seminar halls, audio-video facilities & Digital library Internet browsing center. • LCD equipped smart class rooms. • Excellent indoor and outdoor sports facilities, grounds and gymnasium. . • Health center facilities for students and staff.
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CRITERION V
STUDENT SUPPORT AND PROGRESSION
5.1 Student Mentoring and Support
5.1.1 Does the institution publish its updated prospectus/handbook annually? If “yes”, what is the information provided to students through these documents and how does the institution ensure its commitment and accountability?
YES. The institution publishes its updated handbook annually. The handbook contains
College Profile The Vision and Mission Statements
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Governing Body Managing Committee, College & Academic Council & Ethics Committee Courses Offered Facilities in college Code of Conduct Rules of Attendance Tests and Examinations Library Rules Co-Curricular and Extra Curricular activities The Parent Teachers Association List of Class Teachers Academic Calendar Semester Plan Staff List College Timing
In addition to the prospectus, the college Newsletter called “RSET NEWS” published annually which provides the information about the important events that happened during the semester. The same is distributed among student and faculty for their reference. The institution website is also updated regularly to provide the latest information to the stake holders.
5.1.2 Specify the type, number and amount of institutional scholarships / free ships given to the students during the last five years and whether the financial aid was available and disbursed on time? The toppers in the merit list for admission whose entrance rank is below 1000 will be given scholarships. The scholarship amount will be decided by the management from time to time. The scholarship will continue in the second and subsequent years provided the students maintain good conduct and keep their academic position within the top 20% of the class based on sessional/ University exam marks. Students belonging to economically weaker sections, who secure admission based on the allotment by the Commissioner of Entrance Examinations, will be granted 100% fee concession, provided they possess BPL card or other documentary evidence. The number of scholarships is limited to ten. Institution spends significant amounts for the benefit of students in the form of scholarship and free ships. The scholarships being awarded are:
Sl. No. Items No. of Students a. Poverty-cum-Progress 566 Scholarships
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b. Tuition Fee Waiver 128 Table 5.1.1: Scholarship Details
No of students awarded scholarships by the Institute
CFY CFY CFY CFY CFY CFY Description (2014– (2013- (2012- (2011- (2010- (2009- 2015) 2014) 2013) 2012) 2011) 2010) Total - 25 25 61 45 42 Numbers Total - 15,65,000 13,91,750 35,59,000 18,92,200 14,41,400 Amount Rs. Table 5.1.2: Scholarships by the Institute
5.1.3 What percentage of students receives financial assistance from state government, central government and other national agencies?
In addition to the institutional scholarships mentioned above the institution also arranges for Government scholarships for the students. About 6% of students receive financial assistance from the centralGovernment and the whole amount will be transferred to the student‟s bank account directly as DBT by the Ministry of Minority Affairs, New Delhi.
Fee reimbursement from State/ Central Government:
CFY CFY CFY CFY CFY CFY Description (2014- (2013- (2012- (2011- (2010- (2009- 2015) 2014) 2013) 2012) 2011) 2010) Total 249 144 119 132 112 123 Numbers Total 1,29,94,697 49,15,810 30,88,371 19,40,846 18,72,061 26,32,043 Amount Rs. Table 5.1.3: Details of Fee Reimbursement from State/ Central Government
5.1.4. What are the specific support services/facilities available for?
Students from SC/ST, OBC and economically weaker sections Students with physical disabilities Overseas students
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Students to participate in various competitions/National and International Medical assistance to students: health centre, health insurance etc. Organizing coaching classes for competitive exams Skill development (spoken English, computer literacy, etc.,) Support for “slow learners” Exposures of students to other institution of higher learning/Corporate / business house etc. Publication of student magazines
Sl. Items Remarks No. Students from SC/ST, College Fees Waiver OBC and 1 Help to get scholarship from central and state economically weaker government sections Students with College wheel chair 2 physical disabilities Lift facility is provided Students to Duty leaves are given to the students for participating participate in various the different competitions 3 competitions/National Travel Allowance is given and International 4 Overseas Students No overseas students at present Medical assistance to There is a Clinic students: health Full time Nurse 5 centre, health insurance etc. Doctor visit 3 days a week Availability of Ambulance Organizing coaching GATE coaching classes are conducted by 6 classes for departments after the regular college timings. competitive exams Study materials are also provided Support for “slow Remedial class 7 learners” Mentoring Skill development Communication skillsan English language is offered. (spoken English, Bridge courses for C Programming is arranged after computer literacy, the first year during the semester break etc.,) Value added courses such as CATIA, AUTOCAD, 8 LabVIEW Raspberry Pi etc. Expert lectures Industrial Visits Industrial Training
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Personality development classes Industrial training allowed for fifth semester B.Tech Exposures of students students and M.Tech students to other institution of Interaction with the corporate world 9 higher Students are encouraged to publish and present paper learning/Corporate / in international & national conference and journals business house etc. Different training programs are arranged in various departments during the semester break Departmental Magazines every year like 10 Publication of student Cyberblitz, the BIT, Electro Vision, Apptronics, magazines Mechazine, Eluxtra Table 5.1.4: Specific Supports/ facilities
The institution helps the students of these categories in applying for scholarships from state and central governments. The details of students who have received the scholarships during the academic year 2009-2014 are as follows:
Description SC ST 0EC
CFY AMOUNT 45,71,075 4,71,261 36,17,861 (2014-2015) RS. CFY AMOUNT 20,18,990 1,25,115 12,71,705 (2013-2014) RS. CFY AMOUNT 10,33,777 87,010 6,12,722 (2012-2013) RS. CFY AMOUNT 1,04,596 - - (2011-2012) RS. CFY AMOUNT 2,81,561 - - (2010-2011) RS. CFY AMOUNT 9,03,998 - 3,74,045 (2009-2010) RS. Table 5.1.5: Details of scholarship forStudents of SC/ST, OEC
The following are the details on the number of students who have qualified coached and appeared in GATE examinations.
SL. Competitive No. of Students Qualified No. Exam 2013-14‟ 2012-13‟ 2011-12‟ 2010-11‟ 2009-10‟ 1 GATE 35 59 28 59 22
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Table 5.1.6: Number of students who have qualified GATE Exam
5.1.5 Describe the efforts made by the institution to facilitate entrepreneurial skills, among the students and the impact of the efforts.
The college has set up an Entrepreneurship development cell to mould them to become good entrepreneur. The Entrepreneurship Development Cell has been set up with the objective of inculcating an entrepreneurial culture in the students, and to sensitize them to the real economic and industrial development scenario. The ED Cell organizes interactive sessions with successful entrepreneurs, workshops and debates, and interaction with promotional agencies. Some of the activities are as follows: 1. Organize interactive sessions with successful entrepreneurs. 2. Organize „Best Entrepreneur event‟ in association with Abhiyantriki‟12 3. Encourage students to participate in events conducted by other institute to promote entrepreneurship. The event such as „DreamSpark yathra, IndustryYus conducted by FISAT,Technoprenuer conducted by Model engineering college, Brilliance are few examples where RSET students have participated and won prizes. 4. Accenture organized, Accenture Career day for final year students of RSET to educate them about the company environment. 5. CII along with Surge Forth Technologies has launched „Innovator 2011‟ event aimed at identifying and showcasing the innovative ideas of students. Many RSET students have participated in the event. A presentation was held by Yi team and HR manager of CTS for RSET students to encourage them to participate in such events and cultivate entrepreneurship qualities in them 6. The cell has conducted a talk on „Basic steps to become successful Entrepreneur‟ by Mr. Suresh K, Nodal officer, National small industries Corporation 7. A seminar on Creativity was held by Mr. Jayaprakasan Ambali, Principal engineer at the Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority 8. A talk on “National Innovation Council for promoting innovation and Entrepreneurship among Students” by MD of Care Keralam was held in the college 9. Many CEOs and CFOs from various multinational companies visit our campus and deliver guest lectures, thus motivating our students to develop entrepreneurial skills. Some of the Entrepreneurs are listed below
Sl. No. Name Batch Name of company 1 Akash C. A 2012 – 2016 Inzane Designerz, Jan 2014 Joseph Biju (DCSE)
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2 Antony Pathadan 2009 -2013 Aditive Solutions, Jan 2014 Ashwin Chacko (DCSE) Kiran Kurias 3 Varghese 2006 – 2010 Insta Software Solutions, Thomsley (DCSE) Trissur Mathew John 4 Gils James 2011 – 2015 Development of a social (DAEI) networking platform for technology wizards (Mepits) 5 Syamjith S. 2012 – 2016 iTronix (app and hardware Arjun Menon (DAEI) development) 6 Syamjith S. 2012 – 2016 QPlay Tech Pvt. Ltd. (app and Arjun Menon (DAEI) hardware development) 7 Nishanth P R 2005-2009 Technovia Solutions (DIT) 8 Ashwin Thomas 2009- Slash0.Incorporated Najath K N 2013(DIT) Rony Thomas Midhun Devassy 9 Mathew John 2006 -2010 Smart Energy Solutions (DEEE) 10 Joseph Babu 2008 – 2012 Raify (DEEE) 11 Jijo Paul 2012 – 2014 Resnova Technologies (DEEE) 12 Akash Mathew 2009-2013 CIED Technologies (DECE) 13 Ashik Kallingal 2009-2013 Addictive Innovations Anto Varghese (DECE) 14 Jithin Joji 2010-2014 Probuk India Sony Mathew (DECE) Table 5.1.7: List of students Entrepreneurs
5.1.6 Enumerate the policies and strategies of the institution which promote participation of students in extracurricular and co-curricular activities such as sports, games, Quiz competitions, debate and discussions, cultural activities etc.
Arts Festival:
Bharatham
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The ARTS Club organizes the annual „Arts festival‟ – „Bharatham‟, which encourages the artistic talents of the students, provides them with opportunity to hone their organizational skill and develop a spirit of sportsmanship and cooperation. Bharatham consists of 69 events and was divided into 2 categories- literary events and the main events. The literary events and the main events are subdivided into categories- musical, theatre and dance events. The fest is conducted house wise with names Spartans, Vikings, Aryans, Mughals and Rajputs. The events are conducted in the Chavara Hall, Pareeksha Bhavan and Gallery Halls. The Arts Fest unveiled young talents in the field of music, dance, and various other literal and cultural activities. The following committees are formed for the smooth conducting of Bharahtham. They are Discipline Committee, Programme Committee, Time Management Committee, Appellate Committee, Judges committee, Announcement Committee, Certificate Committee, Finance Committee, Technical Support, Hall Arrangement committee with staff and student in charge. The active involvement of the students and Staff in the events organized, made the three days fest a grand success
Co-curricular activities: Two full time Physical Directors have been appointed. Sports and games are well encouraged by the college. Director of Physical Education takes care of training and coaching the students. Different cultural activities have been performed along with sports activities at institution level, inter-collegiate, inter-university, inter-state and national level. Large number of students have participated in different sports events on interuniversity; inter-group, intercollegiate level.
Ranabhoomi Ranabhoomi, the annual sports meet held in the month of March, gives our students a chance to test their mettle in the track and field events. The much-awaited day witnesses fierce competition, the emergence of new champions, and the setting of new records every year.
Abhiyanthriki Abhiyanthriki, RSET's national level technical fest, is one of the most popular amongst the technical festivals hosted in the country, as evidenced by the increasing contestant turn up every edition. Engineering knowledge and imagination combine to manifest in the technically challenging and creative competitions, ranging from the fun to the serious academic-oriented ones. Abhiyanthriki is held once in two years.
Techkshetra Techkshetra, the one-day technical fest, features a variety of technical contests, designed to test technical knowledge and aptitude to the hilt. A crowd-puller with college students across the state, the fest is held every alternate year.
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Literary Forum The Literary Forum provides the students with opportunities to develop and hone their creative skills, and conducts literary workshops, seminars and discussions on literature and creative writing.
Quiz Club
The chief objective of this club is to encourage students to develop both their Engineering and General knowledge, by participating in various intra and inter college competitions. Right from its inception, the quiz club has won laurels for the college with its various achievements.
5.1.7 Enumerating on the support and guidance provided to the students in preparing for the competitive exams, give details on the number of students appeared and qualified in various competitive exams such as UGC-CSIR- NET, UGC-NET, SLET, ATE / CAT / GRE / TOFEL / GMAT / Central /State services, Defence, Civil Services, etc.
The institution encourages the students to prepare for various competitive examinations through special coaching and training. The placement and training cell concentrate to achieve the above goals by giving additional informative classes. Moreover to train the students those who are interested in higher studies, coaching for competitive exams like CAT, GATE, etc. are given. The college also offers various courses in communication skills in English and Proficiency tests on the lines of appearing for various competitive examinations.
SL. Competitive No. of Students Qualified No. Exam 2013-14‟ 2012-13‟ 2011-12‟ 2010-11‟ 2009-10‟
1 GATE 35 59 28 59 22
Table 5.1.8: Details of students who qualified Competitive Exams
5.1.8 What type of counselling services are made available to the students (academic, personal, career, psycho-social etc)
The student welfare officer (SWO) of the college provides counselling services to the students with personal and psycho-social problems. The students are advised to approach the SWO on their own if they require counselling services. Further, any teacher can refer the students to the SWO, if they feel the need. As a rule of thumb, academically backward students are usually referred to explore for stress factors in the students life and to help
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them out in coping with the stress factors or resolving the stressful situations. Depending upon the nature of problems, the students are given different types of therapy like cognitive behaviour therapy, assertive training, social skills training, supportive therapy etc. The students are free to call up the SWO any time and discuss issues over telephone or through texting as well. In order to establish rapport with the students, the SWO is allotted 4 – 5 sessions with the first year students every year.
5.1.9 Does the institution have a structured mechanism for career guidance and placement of its students? If „‟yes‟‟, detail on the services provided to help students identify job opportunities and prepare themselves for interview and the percentage of students selected during campus interviews by different employers (list the employers and the programmes)
YES. The College has established a separate Training and Placement Cell with a full time Placement Officer. It invites reputed companies for campus placements by sending the profile of the college. The Training Cell at Rajagiri School of Engineering & Technology is headed by Prof. Jose Mathew. As part of preparing students for campus placements, all students attend personality development classes taught by Prof. Jose Mathew which includes Interview Training, Group Discussion and Public Speaking.
The Training and Placement Cell caters to the needs of the students by providing, the necessary training, in developing the soft skills, so as to equip them to excel in competing in the job market and face the interview committee with confidence in the final year of their course. The students are facilitated with an in-campus coaching in personality development, aptitude and communication skills. Also every faculty member takes initiative to guide the students for career opportunities, competitive examinations, placement and higher courses in the respective subjects.
Detail of the student placements in the previous years is given below:
Package per Academic annum Rs. Placement Sl. No. Name of the company Year lakhs Offers
1 CTS 3.2 167 2 INFOSYS 3.12 149 3 WIPRO 3.25 142 4 SUTHERLAND 1.8 92 5 DRD SOFTWARE 1.7 1
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2014 - 2015 6 KATALI 1.8 3 7 MUSIGMA 4.5 11 8 EASTERN GROUP 3 3 9 QBURST 2.8 1 10 RUBY 7 2.8 3 11 KGISL 1.8 5 12 HCL 2.8 1
13 MPHASIS 2.9 1
14 GRACE LINE SYSTEM 1.8 1 15 MUTHOOT FINCORP 4.5 1 16 NEST 4.25 1 17 TEMENOS 4.5 15 18 SCB 4 7 19 WISILLICA 4.5 3 20 VERIZON 4.5 3 21 ENVESTNET 4.5 1 22 TECHMAHINDRA 3.1 2 23 IBM 3.25 6 24 EXPERION 1.9 1 TECHNOLOGIES 25 IVTL INFOVIEW 4.5 1 26 POORNAM 2.5 1 27 IBS 2.8 4 28 UST 2.8 4 29 NEXT EDUCATION 3.5 4 30 FINGNET 2.8 1 1 AMAZON 12.50 2 2 FRESHDESK 4.20 2 3 VERIZON 4.5 6 4 SUNTEC 3.50 7 5 SOUTH INDIAN BANK 5.10 6 6 HCL 3.80 2 2013 - 2014 7 ACCENTURE 3.20 31 8 COGNIZANT 3.10 120 9 INFOSYS 3.20 154 10 WIPRO 3.25 107 11 ORION 2.5 6 12 FACE 4 3 13 TCS 3.25 2
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14 IBM 3.25 13 15 PLATINO CLASSIC 1.8 2 16 MICROLINE SYSTEM 1.8 17 17 UST 2.8 6 18 RUBI 7 STUDIOS 3 4 19 POORNAM 2.5 5 20 CADD CENTER 2.5 3 21 OLIVE 2.5 1 22 REUBRO 2.3 3 23 E & Y 2.9 1 24 SOUTHERLAND 1.8 3 25 BIZTIME 1.8 7 26 STANDARD 4 8 CHATERED BANK 27 SUYATI 2.9 4 28 SAVIENCE 2.3 5 29 SPECTRUM 2.4 1 30 IBS 2.8 3 31 MPHASIS 2.9 4 32 NILE 1.9 1 33 VVDN 4 1 34 NOVENTTO TECH 3 1 35 6D TECH 3.2 1 36 FRAGOMEN 3 1 1 CTS 3.10 140 2 VGUARD 3.25 1 3 ERNEST & YOUNG 2.50 1 4 INFOSYS 3.20 92 5 WIPRO 3.25 111 6 HCL 3.60 134 7 IBS 2.80 5 8 SAMSUNG 7.50 2 9 CHAYOWO 3.00 1
10 MUSIGMA 3.60 1
11 REVELATION 2.2 1 12 IN KOCHI 1.8 2 13 WRENCH SOLUTION 3 1 14 INVENSYS 3.2 2 15 SUTHERLAND 1.8 7 16 UNISYNC 1.9 1 17 POORNAM 2.5 6 18 MPHASIS 2.9 2 19 MUZARIS 3 1
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20 UST 2.8 5 2012 – 2013 21 TELENOVA 2 4 22 SRIRAM 1.8 4 23 SUBEX 4 3 24 COLAN 2 4 25 SIEMENS 3.5 1 26 ARICENT 4 3 27 GET YOUR SOLN 1.8 4 28 RMESI 3.5 2 29 DIGITAL NIRVANA 1.5 1 30 CALPIN 3 1 31 AUXBRI 1.5 1 32 TECH MAHINDRA 3.1 1 33 ICE SOFTWARE 2 1 34 SUNTEC 3.5 7 35 VERTEX 2.5 4 36 CORREL 3.25 1 37 EXCEL SOFTWARE 2 1 38 ELVEERA 2.5 1 39 ALIANZ 3.2 2 40 NEST 3 2 41 MOBME 4 1 42 TURNERS 2 1 1 ROBERT BOSCH 4.00 25 2 SOUTH INDIAN BANK 5.10 10 3 ACCENTURE 3.20 166 4 SUBEX 3.50 1 5 COGNIZANT 3.10 249 6 WIPRO 3.25 179 7 INFOSYS 3.20 203 8 STANDARD CHARTED 3.20 5 BANK 2011 - 2012 9 SUNTEC 3.50 2 10 HCL 3.6 139 11 I GATE PATNI 2.5 9 12 UST 2.5 4 13 SOURCE BITS 3 7 14 ARBITON 3.2 6 15 FACE 3.5 1 16 REUBRO 2.3 1 INTERNATIONAL 1 ACCENTURE 3.10 4 2 ERNEST&YOUNG 2.50 1
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3 HCL 3.60 66 4 INDIAN NAVY - 1 5 MICROSOFT 12.00 2 2010 - 2011 6 MPHASIS 2.60 5 7 ROBERT BOSCH 3.90 38 8 TCS 3.10 146 9 SUNTEC 3.00 1 10 VISUAL IQ 3.15 7 11 WIPRO VLSI 3.15 35 12 IBS 2.8 9 13 CSS CORP 2.2 12 14 UST 2.8 25 15 PATNI 2.2 29 16 SUTHERLAND 1.8 9 17 SYNTHEL 3.3 5 18 NEST 2.8 13 19 ARBITRON 3.5 8 1 INFOSYS 3.00 131 2 HCL 3.10 18 3 TCS 3.10 100 4 MPHASIS 2.60 20 5 NEST 2.00 3 6 WIPRO 3.00 3 2009 – 2010 7 UST 2.90 24 8 ARBITRON 2.70 8 9 CHAYOWO 2.60 1 10 JRG 2.00 1 11 CALPINE 2.9 1 12 MANERIC NOBLE 1.8 2 SOFTWARES TOTAL 3479 Table 5.1.9: Details of campus placements
5.1.10 Does the institution have a student grievance redressal cell? If yes, list (if any) the grievances reported and redressed during the last five years.
YES. The mechanism takes care of the complaints and difficulties of the student community. At the primary level, the teacher-in-charge listens to the problem in detail. If it is an academic matter, the faculty member of the concerned subject is consulted to sort out the case. If the situation demands, the teacher-in-charge will also contact the parent/guardian/ hostel warden. The teacher-in-charge refers unresolved cases to the HOD. The two members can
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avail the services of the Student Welfare Officer if needed. At the appellate level, the Principal will redress all the unresolved cases in consultation with the College Council and the Director.
5.1.11 what are the institutional provisions for resolving issues pertaining to sexual harassment?
In compliance with the Supreme Court Judgment and guidelines issued in 1997 as well as the „Sexual Harassment of Women at Work Place (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Bill 2006‟, to provide for the effective enforcement of the basic human right of gender equality and guarantee against sexual harassment and abuse, RSET had constituted a Women‟s Grievance Redressal Committee (WGRC) in 2009. The afore said bill was enacted in April 2013 and keeping with the spirit of the Act, the WGRC has been renamed as the Complaints Committee against Sexual Harassment (CCASH) to make its purpose more explicit.
Objectives: 1. To act as an inquiry authority on a complaint of sexual harassment. 2. Deal with cases of sexual harassment in a time bound manner, aiming at ensuring support services to the victimized and termination of the harassment. 3. Take proactive measures to sensitize the staff, faculty and students about gender issues, sexual harassment and its legal implications through awareness seminars, campaigns, talks etc.
Procedure for Lodging a Complaint with the Committee A written complaint of sexual harassment may be lodged by the aggrieved woman (who can be a teaching or non-teaching staff or a student of RSET) or a third party with any member of the complaints committee within a period of three months from the date of sexual harassment or in case of a series of incidents within a period of three months from the date of last incident. An inquiry will be conducted soon afterwards and during the pendency of the inquiry the aggrieved woman will be provided with all the necessary support as deemed fit for the situation on her request. According to the Supreme court guidelines, sexual harassment can be defined as “unwelcome” sexually determined behaviour (whether directly or by implication) such as: Physical contact and advances; Demand or request for sexual favour Sexually coloured remarks
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Showing pornography Other unwelcome physical, verbal or non-verbal conduct of a sexual nature. (Vishaka judgment by Supreme Court) The following are also sexual harassments and are covered by the committee: Eve-teasing, Jokes causing or likely to cause awkwardness or embarrassment, Innuendos and taunts, Gender based insults or sexist remarks, Unwelcome sexual overtone in any manner such as over telephone (obnoxious telephone calls) and the like, Touching or brushing against any part of the body and the like, Displaying pornographic or other offensive or derogatory pictures, cartoons, pamphlets or sayings, Implied or explicit promise of preferential treatment in her employment in exchange for sexual favours Implied or explicit promise of threat/detrimental treatment in her employment on refusal of sexual favours
5.1.12 is there an anti-ragging committee? How many instances (if any) have been reported during the last five years and what action has been taken on these?
Yes. Anti-ragging Cell is in operation under the overall charge of the Principal. Students are advised to bring cases of ragging (either on the college campus or in the hostel) to the notice of the Principal/ members of anti-ragging committee/teachers/hostel wardens. The Anti-Ragging committee maintains a strict vigil in the campus, at bus-stops and buses to prevent ragging. No instances of ragging have been reported in the last five years.
5.1.13 Enumerate the welfare schemes made available to students by the institution.
Subsidized Canteen facilities are available to all the students Student motivational schemes like personality development program including soft skill and communication skills, with the help of specially trained counsellors Free comprehensive placement training Free medical aid on the campus. Free bus facilities Scholarships like Poverty-Cum-Progress Scholarships and Total Fee Waiver
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5.1.14 Does the institution have a registered Alumni Association? If “yes”, what are its activities and major contributions for institutional, academic and infrastructure development?
YES. The RSET Alumni Association has been active ever since its inception in 2005. Activities include annual Alumni Day celebrations at the RSET campus, alumni group get together in different cities in India; a database of alumni information and a website to interact with alumni. For the college, the true worth of its activities, in the long run, is the success of its alumni. For the alumni of RSET who have had a good learning and social experience during their RSET years, and who are now unsure of how to continue their pleasant association with the college, the RSET Alumni Association provides the perfect forum.The Alumni Association offers alumni the chance to keep abreast of the happenings at RSET and interact in more than one way, such as: technical collaboration in projects, professional network and academic collaboration. The Alumni association also helps alumni to maintain contact with other alumni
(a) Office bearers of Alumni Association
Sl. Name Batch Position No. 1 Mr. Vivek George 2001 - 2005 President 2 Mr. Tiju Thomas 2001 - 2005 Vice President George 3 Mr. Rijin John 2002 - 2006 General Secretary 4 Mr. Hans Paul Antony 2004 - 2008 Joint Secretary 5 Mr. Arun Ghosh 2002 - 2006 Executive Committee member 6 Mr. Pradul Divakar 2002 - 2006 Executive Committee member 7 Mr. Binu K. B. 2002 - 2006 Executive Committee member Table 5.1.10 Details of Alumni Office bearers
Alumni Touch Points
Alexy Jacob (2001 –2005 Batch) Bhavya C. (2003 –2007 Batch) Aby Babu (2003 –2007 Batch) Ashwin Mohan (2003 –2007 Batch) Motty Paul (2005 –2009 Batch) Rafzal K. R.(2005 –2009 Batch) Kiran Jose (2006 –2010 Batch)
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Ananthu Krishnan (2007 –2011 Batch) Vivek E. K. (2008 –2012 Batch) Aswin Krishnan (2008 –2012 Batch)
Alumni Chapter Meetings
Annual Alumni Meet Organized annual homecoming of alumni from 2005 – 2011 (continuing)
Chennai Chapter Organizes regional alumni meets once in every 2 years (2006/2008/2010/2012)
Bangalore Chapter Organizes regional alumni meets once in every 2 years (2006/2008/2011)
Kerala Chapter Alumni meets are generally part of annual alumni meet. Has conducted 2 separate alumni chapter meets (2006/2008)
UAE Chapter Started the Alumni Chapter in 2010 with a participation of 30 alumni members (2010/2012)
Online Presence 1900 Members connected on Facebook Facebook groups for Chennai, Bangalore, US, UAE Chapters Online job referrals for alumni members RSET Alumni Website
Alumni Database An alumni database is available with up to date contact information of around 460 members A committed team is constantly updating the rest of the member details The alumni executive has drawn up plans which were earlier presented to the college management to involve final year students to update the database
Placement Related Activities Alumni members who are searching for jobs can send their resumes to [email protected] and the alumni team tries to identify job opportunities from the alumni network
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Regularly updated Alumni Job referral page with latest Job Opportunities Connected the final year students to alumni member who are looking for advise on companies where they are placed Referred more than 50 alumni members for various job opportunities through the placement helpline Conducted pre placement interview guidance sessions and telephonic interviews for the final year students Have provided placement contacts and support to Placement cell
Charitable Activities RSET Alumni partners with Rajagiri Sahrudaya for helping the education of needy children. The alumni members are part of the Sahrdaya Sponsorship Program and sponsors the education of 7 children
Rajagiri Alumni Connect The RSET Alumni has taken initiatives to connect the Alumni of ROSA, OYSTER and Rajagiri Public School meetings at the alumni executive level were conducted to strategize and plan the connect Joint alumni meets were held in UAE We are currently in the process of building the platform to develop the alumni bonding to the next level
Other Activities The RSET alumni members have visited the final year students and addressed them every year starting from 2008. The final years students were involved in organizing the annual alumni homecoming program since 2008 Conducted industry interaction sessions with alumni from core industry Instituted star awards for students (2012) Conducted Alumni Vs Final Years games in 2009 Instituted Alumni Trophies for Sports and Arts Alumni gifts for final years address book (2009), Group Photos (2011) Pre placement support for final year students (Mock Interviews)
5.2 Student Progression
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5.2.1 Providing the percentage of students progressing to higher education or employment (for the last five batches) highlight the trends observed.
Sl. No. Student Progression % 1 UG to PG 5% 2 PG to PhD 1% 3 Employed Campus Selection 86.07%
Table 5.2.1: Details of percentage of students progressing to higher education or employment
5.2.2 Provide details of the programme wise pass percentage and completion rate for the last five years (cohort wise/batch wise as stipulated by the university)? Furnish programme-wise details in comparison with that of the previous performance of the same institution and that of the Colleges of the affiliating university within the city/district.
Courses 2013-14‟ 2012-13‟ 2011-12‟ 2010-11‟ 2009-10‟ % % % % % B.Tech(AEI) 76.27 74.57 78.95 60.34 48.27 B.Tech(CE) - - - - - B.Tech(CS) 78.33 91.59 88.33 85.83 65 B.Tech(ECE) 82.9 77 87 69.2 83.02 B.Tech(EEE) 77.58 84.74 85 87.06 80.7 B.Tech(IT) 66 54 70 72 62 B.Tech(ME) - - - - - M.Tech(AEI – SP) 88.89 72.22 44.44 - - M.Tech(CS – IS) 95.65 100 72 88.88 - M.Tech(EC- VLSI) 94.44 88.9 94.44 66.67 - M.Tech(EE – 95.6 88.8 100 - - IDAC) M.Tech(IT) 94 94 - - - Table 5.2.2: Details of the programme wise pass percentage
The pass percentages of other institutes are not provided to the public by the university. However the institution has the reputation of producing excelling academic results and is one of the leading institutions in the state of Kerala.
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5.2.3 How does the institution facilitate student progression to higher level of education and/or towards employment?
GATE coaching Industry Interaction Industrial Training Placement Training Campus Recruitment
5.2.4 Enumerate the special support provided to students who are at risk of failure and drop out?
Dropout rate is very less and is about 0.62% for UG and around 1.77% for PG.After identifying the vulnerable students the concerned teachers help them out with the subjects by taking remedial classes. If the teachers sense some underlying issues affecting the students, they are referred to the Student Welfare Officer (SWO) for counselling services. The SWO explores the possible stressors or factors leading to lack of motivation and help the students to resolve stress or indifference as is the case with each individual. If the students are diagnosed with psychiatric problems which require medication they are referred to a psychiatrist
In addition to these, Periodic interaction of Parent-Teacher Association. For slow learners remedial classes are conducted. Tutorial classes are made part of the regular time-table for the analytical subjects in UG programmes wherever there is scope. Special classes after regular college hours are conducted in those subjects where some students are not able to cope with. Separate counselling is made to build the confidence in them and to concentrate on studies.
5.3 Student Participation and Activities
5.3.1 List the range of sports, games, cultural and other extracurricular activities available to students. Provide details of participation and program calendar.
Sports facilities available in the college
SL .No. Game Number OUTDOOR FACILITIES
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1 Basketball – Cemented court with 2 Courts fibre boards 2 Football 2 Fields 3 Throw ball 1 Court 4 Volleyball 2 Courts 5 Cricket 1 Field 6 Athletics 200 Meters Track 7 Tennis Court 1 Court 8 Playground consists of Long jump pit, Shot put, Discus Throw pits and Javelin sector INDOOR FACILITIES 1 Badminton 1 Court 2 Chess 10 No‟s 3 Caroms 5 No‟s 4 Fitness Centre (Gents & Ladies 15 Individual Stations separately) 1 Multi station Table 5.3.1: Details ofSports facilities available in the college
Department Physical Education Tournaments Organized:
2013 – 2014
Rajagiri Champions Trophy -All Kerala inter-collegiate Cricket Tournament Chavara Cup-Inter Rajagiri Basketball Tournament
2012 – 2013
Rajagiri Trophy- All Kerala Inter-Collegiate Basketball Tournament Chavara Cup-Inter Rajagiri Basketball Tournament
2011 – 2012
Rajagiri Trophy- All Kerala Inter-Collegiate Basketball Tournament Chavara Cup-Inter Rajagiri Basketball Tournament
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2010 – 2011
Rajagiri Trophy- All Kerala Inter-Collegiate Basketball Tournament Chavara Cup-Inter Rajagiri Basketball Tournament
2009 - 2010
Rajagiri Trophy- All Kerala Inter-Collegiate Basketball Tournament Chavara Cup-Inter Rajagiri Basketball Tournament
5.3.2 Furnish the details of major student achievements in co-curricular, extracurricular and cultural activities at different levels: University / State / Zonal / National / International, etc. for the previous five years.
Some of the details of major student achievements in co-curricular, extracurricular and cultural activities at different levels: University / State / Zonal / National / International, etc.
Technical Fest/ Quizes- Intercollegiate State Level Events
Academic Sl.No. Name of the game Position Organized by Year Auto Quiz First Mahindra Auto Quiz, 1 State level competition, TVM Auto Quiz Runner up Mahindra Auto Quiz, 2 State level competition, TVM Maths Quiz Second Mathematics Association, BCM 3 College Kottayam, JAN 2015 2014- 2015 Maths Quiz Third Maths Fest, Dept of 4 Mathematics, St. Teresa‟s College, EKM Maths Quiz First Mathematics Quiz 5 Competition, FEB 2015 at RSET- Kochi Tech Fest- Azzembleia Second IGNITION- FEB 2015, 6 National Level Technical Fest- SJCET , Palai
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ENCON CLUB- Essay Third BPCL Kochi Refinery in Competition connection with Oil & 7 Gas Conservation Fortnight Celebrations ENCON club Quiz First BPCL, kochi Refinery 8 competition National Science Day First Post graduate Celebration 2014 Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture and 9 Post graduate and Research Department of Botany St. Albert‟s College, Ernakulam Auto Quiz Third Runner Mahindra Auto Quiz- up 2013 State level 1 competition, at Trivandrum Maths Quiz First Mathematics
2 Association, BCM
College Kottayam 2013- 2014 Maths Quiz Third Fr. John Therezhath
Endowment All Kerela Inter collegiate Quiz 3 Competition in Mathematics, SH College Thevara, Kochi Paper presentation Third AVANZA‟13 organised 1 Competition by AISAT- kochi, Feb 2013 The IEEE Kochi Represented IEEE –SB subsection organised motivational sessions for the students which 2012-2013 were handled by Ms. 2 Mini Ulanat, student coordinator, IEEE Kerala and Dr. Suresh Nair, Chair, IEEE Kochi subsection.
RSET Decennial Inter Third Organized by RSET 1 Collegiate Quiz 2010-2011 Competition All Kerala Inter Collegiate First Organized by RSET 2 Quiz Competition Table 5.3.2: Details of students who have participated inTechnical Fest/ Quizes- Intercollegiate State Level Events
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Culturals- Intercollegiate State Level Events
Academic Sl. Name of the Position Organized by Year No. game Dance Second STEP UP, Baratham FEB 2015 at 2013-2014 1 Competition FISAT- KOCHI
1 Folk Dance A Grade M G University Youth Festival Nostalgia First Brahma Art‟s Fest 2013, Adi 2 2012-2013 Shankara College, Kalady 3 ADZAP Second Dhwani ‟13, CET, Trivandrum BADMAASH First Dhwani ‟13, CET, Trivandrum 4 COMPANY Photography Third Lumiere 2012, College of 2011-2012 1 Engineering, Kidangoor
1 Choreonite Third Raagam 2010, NIT Calicut
2 Choreography First Saintgits College, Kottayam Thematic Dance Second National Level Techno – Cultural 2009-2010 3 Fest, RIT, Kottayam Table 5.3.3: Details of students who have participated inCultural- Intercollegiate State Level Events
Games & Sports Intercollegiate State Level Events
Academic Sl. Prizes/ Event Organized by Year No. Position
Chess Winners MG University 1 Table Third M G University 2 Tennis 2013 - Football Winners St. Josephs Trophy All Kerala Inter 2014 Collegiate Football Tournament at St. 3 Josephs College of Engg.&Technology, Pala
4 Football Runners MBC Engg College, Peerimedu
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Football Winners KMEA Engg.College,Edathala 5 Volleyball Runners RCBS, Kakkanad 6 Men Winners Kochi games 7 swimming Participation M.G University Inter-Collegiate 1 Football Football Tournament (September 2012) Football St. Josephs Trophy All Kerala Inter Runners-Up Collegiate Football Tournament at St. 2 Josephs College of Engg.&Technology, Pala (February 2013) Football Participation SNG Cup All Kerala Inter-Engineering 3 Tournament at SNGCE, Kadayeruppu (February 2013) Basketball 4th Place in M.G University Inter-Collegiate 4 (Men) South Zone Basketball Tournament (August 2012)
Basketball Runners-Up St. Josephs Trophy All Kerala Inter (Men) Collegiate Basketball Tournament at 5 St. Josephs College of Engg.&Technology, Pala, (February 2013) 2012-2013 Basketball Participation FISAT Trophy All Kerala Inter-Engg. 6 (Men) Basketball Tournament at FISAT, Angamali (April 2013) Basketball Amal Jothi Trophy All Kerala Inter- (Men) Participation Collegiate Basketball Tournament at 7 Amal Jothi College of Engg, Kanjirapally (January 2013) Basketball Rajagiri Trophy All Kerala Inter- (women) Runners-Up Collegiate Basketball Tournament at 8 Rajagiri School of Engg., Kakkanad (March 2013)
Table 3rd Place in M.G University Inter-Collegiate Table Tennis the MG Tennis Championship (men & women) University (October 2012) 9 Inter-Zone Championship s. (women)
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Cricket Participation M.G University Inter-Collegiate 10 Cricket Tournament (December 2012) International College Premier League 11 Cricket Participation 20-20 Cricket Tournament at Jain University, Bangalore (2012) St. Josephs Trophy All Kerala Inter- Cricket Participation Collegiate Cricket Tournament at St. 12 Josephs College of Engg., Pala (February 2013) Shuttle M.G University Inter-Collegiate 13 Badminton Participation Shuttle Badminton championship. (September 2012) Saint Gits Trophy All Kerala Inter- Volleyball Participation Collegiate Volleyball Tournament at 14 Saint its College of Engg. Kottayam. (February 2012)
Football Participation M.G University Inter-Collegiate 1 Football Tournament (September 2011) Football Winners St. Josephs Trophy All Kerala Inter Collegiate Football Tournament at St. 2 Josephs College of Engg &Technology, Pala. (January 2011)
Basketball Participation M.G University Inter-Collegiate 3 Basketball Tournament (August 2011)
Basketball Participation St. Josephs Trophy All Kerala Inter
Collegiate Basketball Tournament at 2011-2012 4 SJCET, Pala (February 2011) Basketball TocH Trophy All Kerala Inter- Winners Collegiate Basketball Tournament at 5 TocH Institute of Technology, Arrakkunnam (January 2012)
Basketball Rajagiri Trophy All Kerala Inter- Runners Collegiate Basketball Tournament at 6 Rajagiri School of Engg.& Technology, Kakkanad (February 2012)
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Table Participation M.G University Inter-Collegiate Table 7 Tennis Tennis Championship (men & women) (October 2011) Cricket Participation M.G University Inter-Collegiate 8 Cricket Tournament (December 2011) Shuttle M.G University Inter-Collegiate 9 Badminton Participation Shuttle Badminton championship, (August 2011) Volleyball St. Josephs Trophy All Kerala Inter- Participation Collegiate Volleyball Tournament at 10 St. Josephs College of Engg. Pala. (January 2012) Football Participation M.G University Inter-Collegiate 1 Football Tournament (September 2010) Basketball Participation M.G University Inter-Collegiate 2 Basketball Tournament (September 2010) Basketball Runners-Up CHAVARA Cup Inter-Rajagiri 2010-2011 3 Basketball Tournament (October 2010)
Table Participation M.G University Inter-Collegiate Table 4 Tennis Tennis Championship (men & women),October 2010 Shuttle M.G University Inter-Collegiate 5 Badminton Participation Shuttle Badminton championship., November 2010 Basketball Runners RSET, Kakanad 2009-2010 1
Table 5.3.4: Details of students who have participated inGames & Sports Intercollegiate State Level Events
INTERNATIONAL REPRESENTATIVE
Sl. Name Class Represented in No. 1 Bivil M. Jacob & B. Tech Presented a paper in the 7th ACM Hashim P. Kamal CSE2010 – International workshop on Network-on- 2014 batch chip Architecture (NoCArc – 14) held in conjunction with the IEEE International Symposium on Micro Architecture (MICRO – 2014) at the Cambridge University, UK on 13th December
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2014. 2 Serene Leo S5 EEE Paper Presentation ‟13 – IET India Scholorships 3 Libin Varghese M.Tech-IDAC Paper Presentation IEEE AICERA 2012-14 batch /ICMiCR
4 Akash Mathew B. Tech 2009 - Paper based on project hawk idea was 2013 batch accepted for an international conference ( IEDEC 2012 ) at Santa Clara, CA, USA 5 Akash Mathew B. Tech 2009 - First winners of the annual SVSquare – 2013 batch an initiative to send a five-member student team from Startup Village to Silicon Valley 6 Libin Varghese M.Tech-IDAC First prize - IEEE Industrial 2012-14 batch Application Society (IAS) Graduate Student Thesis Contest 2015, To be held at Texas, USA from 18 to 24 October 2015 7 Libin Varghese M.Tech-IDAC Runner UP -IEEE Global humanitarian 2012-14 batch Engineering Project Award 2013 -Only Student Representation from INDIA IEEE Global humanitarian Technology Conference, Silicon Valley, USA.
Table 5.3.5: Details ofstudentsrepresented in International level
NATIONAL REPRESENTATIVE
Sl. Name Class Represented in No. 1 Libin Varghese M.Tech-IDAC Yuva Master Mind (2012-2014)
2 Mr. Joffin George B. Tech 2011 Best Project Award at National Technical Mr. Tony Thomas – 2015 Batch Model Exhibition MOM – 2K15 (Mind Mr. Joe Holmes Over Matter) on “Innovations & Sustainability” organized by Indian Institute of Information Technology & Management (IIITM), Gwalior 3 Libin Varghese M.Tech-IDAC National Award for the instituted (2012-2014) by L&T Mumbai in association with ISTE. Best M.Tech thesis-2014 in Electrical and Electronics Engineering 4 Jijo Paul M.Tech-IDAC Best student Award-Senior category
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(2012-2014) (Young Engineers)-From Dr.A.P.J. Abdul kalam. For the Project-Xerobot-A Multipurpose Process Automation Robot organized by Science &Techfest-2014 –Online Competition through Brahmand.com – 5 Libin Varghese M.Tech-IDAC 1) Technical icon of the year 2012 (2012 -2014) 2) Best project of the year 2012 By Institution of Engineering and Technology Table 5.3.6: Details of students represented in National level
5.3.3 How does the college seek and use data and feedback from its graduates and employers, to improve the performance and quality of the institutional provisions?
The institute has a clearly set and defined mechanism of obtaining the feedback from the students and stake holders to improve the performance and quality of the institutional provisions. Following feedbacks are taken so as to assess attainment of Program Objectives and Programme Education Objectives. Semester End feedback from the students Exit feedback from graduating students Alumni feedback Employers feedback Parents feedback Faculty feedback The feedback is analysed and efforts are taken by the management to implement viable recommendations for improving the quality of the infrastructure and other facilities.
5.3.4 How does the college involve and encourage students to publish materials like catalogues, wall magazines, college magazine, and other material? List the publications/ materials brought out by the students during the previous five academic sessions.
The college takes all efforts to encourage the creativity and other artistic skills of the students by providing them ample opportunities. The College Magazine and Departmental Magazines are avenues for the students to display their literary and artistic skills. Also the first year students are encouraged to do wall posters about any of the relevant topics under the guidance of Dr.-Ing. Varghese Panthalookaran.Departmental Magazines like Cyberblitz, the BIT, Electro Vision, Apptronics, Mechazine, and Impulse are published annually under the guidance of faculty members under each department.
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5.3.5 Does the college have a Student Council or any similar body? Give details on its selection, constitution, activities and funding. YES. The college has a student council in which the selection is based on election process based on parliamentary mode. Two class representatives are selected from each class and they are elected to the college student council in different posts such as chairperson, vice chairperson, General Secretary, Sports Secretary, cultural secretary, Magazine Editor, etc.
Activities such as sports day, Arts day, all celebrations, etc. are carried out by the student council members. A budget is proposed by the council and the management will approve accordingly. To guide them faculty advisors are there.
5.3.6 Give details of various academic and administrative bodies that have student representatives on them.
Student Council Class Representatives Hostel Mess Committee Magazine Committee Arts Club Literary Forum Music Club IEEE Student Chapter Departmental Associations
5.3.7 How does the institution network and collaborate with the Alumni and former faculty of the Institution.
The Alumni Association meets every year. Issues are discussed regarding communication with alumni, role of the alumni in the development of the college; job opportunities to the students.
The alumni have immensely contributed to the development of the college in the following ways:- Providing guidance to the current students for the higher education and employment opportunities.
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Updating the current trends in the job markets Motivate the students to become entrepreneurs. Providing study materials Sharing and Passing their experiences Honorary guest lectures To help the college in bringing more companies and industries for campus placements. To review the changes and trends in the industry and giving inputs for design of curriculum. The alumni help in bringing industries and companies for campus placements and provide employment opportunities to the students. As few members of the alumni are entrepreneurs, they play an important role in motivating the students to become entrepreneurs.
The alumni association paves way for the present students to have informal meets and interactions with the alumni which motivates and channelizes their concentration in various areas of knowledge and skills that need to be improved or enhanced. The institution maintains a cordial relationship with the former faculty and distinguished former faculty are invited as guest of honour for annual day, traditional day, technical workshops, key note speakers of technical seminars, session chairs for national and international conferences etc.
Any other relevant information regarding Student Support and Progression which the college would like to include.
Best Infrastructure facilities for all-round development of students Financial assistance to needy students Scholarships for meritorious students. Career and Counselling service On Campus Health service State of the art equipment and computers Sports and cultural activities Field work and case studies Well maintained Hostels Free transportation to all parts of the city and suburbs Student friendly administration Study trips and field trips Participation in national/international seminars/workshops Well stacked library with more than 28, 000 books Digital Library Online Institutional Repository (Previous year question papers, NPTEL)
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Online publication of internal assessments, results, and marks lists Institution website is student friendly Online journals Internet facilities Research Guidance Subsidized Canteen Student welfare department Green campus with an excellent academic ambience for learning and progress Counselling system Award for best outgoing students Cash prizes and rewards to outstanding students. Training and Placement cell Value added courses
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Criterion VI Governance, Leadership and Management 6.1 Institutional Vision and Leadership
6.1.1 State the vision and mission of the Institution and enumerate on how the mission statement defines the institutions distinctive characteristics in terms of addressing the needs of the society, the students it seeks to serve, institutions traditions and value orientations, vision for the future, etc.?
VISION
To evolve into a premier technological and research institution, moulding eminent professionals with creative minds, innovative ideas and sound practical skill, and to shape a future where technology works for the enrichment of mankind
MISSION
To impart state-of-the-art knowledge to individuals in various technological disciplines and to inculcate in them a high degree of social consciousness and human values, thereby enabling them to face the challenges of life with courage and conviction
OBJECTIVE
The institution has the broad objective of being an active agent of change by responding to the needs and challenges of the times. This is achieved basically through the process of education, training and research
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Core values Staff policy : pg 6, 7
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6.1.2 What is the role of top management, Principal and Faculty in design and implementation of its quality policy and plans?
Figure 6.1: Implementation of quality policy and plans
Position Functions To look after the overall development of institute Director Mobilize external resources to strengthen the institute Plan & provide for necessary facilities / equipment for development. Instill confidence and devotion in every member of the institute Principal Define delegate responsibilities of various positions in the organization Ensure periodic monitoring & evaluation of various processes & sub- processes Execute quality policy and objectives Prepare annual budget Conduct periodic meeting of various bodies such as Governing Body, Management Committee, Academic Council, Library
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Committee, Women‟s Grievances Redressal Committee etc. Public relations Resource Generation through research Prepare and execute academic calendar Oversee the teaching-learning process Carry out result analysis and suggest corrective measures to Initiate supplementary teaching measures Formation of student council Student health care Student orientation Quality Assurance Cell Establish, implement and maintain quality management system Initiate recruitment process Maintain minutes of meeting (all) New proposals Identifying training needs of staff Notify the staff about various staff development programs Arrange staff development programs Monitoring of lectures and practicals Students feedback Co-ordinate the activities of class teachers Vice Principal Assist Principal in day-to-day academic and administrative responsibilities Student Hostels Students Discipline AICTE Compliance Reports to AICTE, DTE, Affiliated University Committee Liaisoning with AICTE, DTE and Affiliated University Compliance with AICTE, DTE & University Head of Responsible for efficient functioning of the Departments Department/Centre with reference to its goals and objectives- conduct the department in a professional manner.
Develop and schedule the activities of the department for the academic year- preparation of departmental calendar.
Ensure judicious class/job allocation to the faculty members.
Ensure that all faculty members complete their role responsibilities in a timely manner.
Ensure leave management of teaching and non- teaching staff of the department, in such a way that no
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prescribed class hours are lost.
Ensure harmonious working environment to nurture a healthy academic community and assist in resolving differences.
Review and approval of all relevant records of concerned faculty members by HoD.
Periodic independent review of faculty performance individually and suggest remedial tips
Initiate opportunities and avenues for developing faculty knowledge and capability. Ensure that each faculty member take turn to present a recent article from a leading international journal to his fellow colleagues in the department at least once in a month.
Encourage regular academic discussions for subject exposure among the relevant faculty members in and outside the department, to facilitate knowledge sharing and updating.
Identify and arrange specialist lectures for different subjects in consultation with the concerned faculty.
Inspect concerned department classes at least once in a semester.
Maintain overall student discipline in the department as per college policy and guideline, with due coordination with the Class Teachers, with regard to attendance, uniform, attitude, conduct, assignment completion etc.
Resolve difficulties faced by the students, academic and non- academic, in due consultation with the class teacher and referring essential cases to the Counselor, with a discrete note of reference.
Take all efforts from the department side for enhancing employability and placement readiness of the students in the department.
Ensure that there is an interaction with expert team and departmental faculty members and students at least once in a month for the 5th and 6th semester students.
Convene regular faculty meetings to assess and review the progress of planned activities.
Convene class committee meeting to get students feedback on
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teaching.
Conduct pre-examination and post examination reviews with the Faculty members concerned with regard to quality of questions, answers, rectification measures etc to improve the student performance/results. Comply with the reporting requirements and submissions as may be specified.
Finalization of the work load/allotment and timetable for the next semester immediately on completion of the current semester.
Develop proposals for improved, teaching methods, curriculum enhancement, new academic programs of practical significance etc.
Prepare and monitor the time and cost budgets for the department.
Inspect concerned classrooms at least once in a semester.
Explore the avenues for enhancing the placement readiness of converting the department into a value centre.
Prepare and submit half yearly feedback about the staff members to Principal as per the students evaluation form in Appendix I & teaching staff self appraisal form in Appendix II(a & b).
Convene meetings as per the regulations.
Faculty members Staff policy pp 10, 11
Table 6.1.1: Position and Functions of management, Principal and Faculty
6.1.3 What is the involvement of the leadership in ensuring: . the policy statements and action plans for fulfillment of the stated mission . formulation of action plans for all operations and incorporation of the same into the institutional strategic plan . Interaction with stakeholders . Proper support for policy and planning through need analysis ,research inputs and consultations with the stakeholders . Reinforcing the culture of excellence . Champion organizational change
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In accordance with the mission statement of the institution, the Principal in consultation with the Heads of the department frames the policy statements and draws action plans in the beginning of any academic year and they are approved by the top management.
The ways and means of implementing the action plans are formulated by the faculty members of individual departments and the stages of implementation are monitored by the Head of the department.
The stakeholders namely, the students, their parents, the alumni, executives from the companies recruiting students and the employers are interacted now and then by the Principal and the Heads of the departments in order to know the requirements and expectations of these stake holders for the development of the institution in terms of performance and in updating the curriculum relevant to the needs of the industry as well as society.
The aim of the institution is to make it a centre with potential for excellence in every faculty and accordingly not only the members of faculty and also the students are motivated and encouraged to concentrate in research, participate and present papers in seminars and conferences, take up various projects which would be useful to the society so that the institution would excel in research and consultancy
Implementing outcome based teaching methodology. Providing prizes for the students for achievement in academics. Appreciating the faculty and students for their achievements. Organizing the orientation, research, continuous development, and career guidance programs for students and faculty. Giving incentives to faculty members for attending research oriented programs such as workshops, conferences and seminars. Inspiring people and creating culture of involvement, ownership, empowerment, improvement and accountability at all levels. Assessing the progress and suggesting changes at regular intervals.
Involvement of the leadership in ensuring champion organizational change:
The Principal, in consultation with the HODs plans the activities to bridge the knowledge gap through industry oriented add- on courses, guest lectures by leading academicians and industrialists, and frequent visits of students to industries.
The Principal, HODs and faculty members encourage the students to represent the institution at various conferences, technical paper presentations organized at various prestigious institutions and industry institution interaction meetings.
Fulfilling staff requirement as per growing needs of various departments.
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Upgrading infrastructure facilities and resources needed for improving teaching and learning process.
6.1.4 What are the procedures adopted by the institution to monitor and evaluate policies and plans of the institution for effective implementation and improvement from time to time?
The Institution mainly believes in spreading technical knowledge to the students to prepare them to meet the global requirements in terms of employability, research orientation and entrepreneurship etc., accordingly quality policy is developed.
The mission is created to give thorough knowledge on engineering concepts to the students along with reasonably good amount of hands on skills.
Academic council, College Council, Governing bodies and Department Advisory committee is responsible to monitor the policies.
To improve analytical skills tutorials are introduced.
The effective improvement of students in terms of academics is measured through percentage of marks obtained with reference to earlier situation. The rise in percentage of marks is again reviewed in Heads of the Departments meeting for further improvements.
Assessment of the Programme Educational Objectives is carried out at least once in an academic year using indirect assessment tools such as surveys from: a) Students graduated from the institute (Alumni Feedback) b) Employers of the graduate students (Employer Survey)
The feedback on the academic activities, extra-curricular activities and administrative efficiency from students and all stake holders is taken regularly. It is analyzed in the regular meetings of the teaching and non-teaching staff, discussed and decisions are taken on various issues. The performance of faculty is assessed regularly through self- appraisal reports, reports on the academic activities, examination results, college annual, annual social gatherings, co-ordinators reports meetings, visits and observations. The management is informed of any deviations, any disciplinary actions, achievements, requirements and important events by the head of the institution, Principal.
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6.1.5 Give details of the academic leadership provided to the faculty by the top management?
The faculty members are encouraged to take up leadership roles, by nominating them as members of different institution committees and giving them necessary freedom to put forth their innovative ideas and to achieve better results. In the committee meeting, head of the institute and some faculty members nominated are also present to provide information and suggestions if any. Committee meets frequently and the problems and issues related to college development, administration, appointment and infrastructural needs and student disciplines are discussed. In the meetings responsibilities are defined and communicated to the staff through the head of the institution. Heads of the Departments are in-charge of executing the policies. Under the leadership of the Principal, chairpersons of various committees & course coordinators are engaged in assigning, delegating, co-coordinating and communicating responsibilities to the staff members as per the established system.
6.1.6 How does the college groom leadership at various levels?
The management is always encouraging and supporting the involvement of the staff in the improvement of the effectiveness and efficiency of the institutional process. The staff members are involved by way of constitution of various Committees.
At HOD Level:
1. Adapting decentralization strategies in order to bring out transformational leadership in faculty. 2. Self-appraisal is done annually to analyze their progress. 3. Encouraged to improve the syllabus and style of the program. 4. Advised to provide focus in positioning the department to attain greater academic heights. 5. Encouraged to travel and visit numerous establishments to find out how they are functioning, observe their practices and implement them if necessary.
At FACULTY Level:
1. Are given opportunities in various committees to conduct varied programs that indicate their talents.
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2. Given freedom to suggest the changes required in the syllabus, introduce new teaching methodologies and have their own teaching set up. 3. Inspired to develop leadership skills by being in charge of assorted tutorial, co curricular and extracurricular activities. 4. Inspired to conduct industrial tours. 5. Inspired to possess tie-up with trade consultants and organize seminars and workshops. 6. Arranging get together meets among the faculty members with their families through staff club activities. Every year a tour is organized by the staff club for faculty and staff members separately. Teachers day is celebrated every year and faculty members attending the program with their family members.
At STUDENT Level:
1. Encouraged unceasingly to prepare numerous programs to bring their leadership qualities to limelight. 2. Organize continuous leadership development programs like role plays, soft skills and educational program. 3. Encourage to empower themselves through experimental learning. 4. Extra & co curricular activities are promoted 5. Promote entrepreneurs through a specialist entrepreneurship development cell that has tie-ups with numerous industrialists.
Collaboration within the institution:
There is close coordination among the various departments and sections for exchange of information through on-line information systems. Various departments collaborate to share information regarding
1. Monthly Attendance details of the students 2. Academic performance levels of the students (Internal and External examination performance) 3. Projects being pursued 4. Seminars, Workshops and Guest Lectures being organized. 5. Developmental activities of the department 6. Latest achievements by staff and students of each department
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7. Latest placements in recent campus recruitment drives conducted. This Sharing of information creates transparency within the organization and facilitates cooperation among different departments and sections
6.1.7 How does the college delegate authority and provide operational autonomy to the departments / units of the institution and work towards decentralized governance system?
The Head of the Departments regularly conduct departmental meetings in which the important aspects of the requirements of the Departments such as equipment, laboratory materials, books, journals and others are discussed. This is brought to the notice of the Head of the Institution who in turn takes it up to the Management for further action. Before the beginning or at the end of the academic year the Head of Departments‟ meeting for Annual Operation Plan (AOP) is convened by the management and requisition for budgetary provisions are collected. The management approves budget in Finance Committee and the Principal communicates to the Departments. Various functional committees are formed every year and their responsibilities and functions are earmarked. The conveners of these committees are responsible for its successful functioning. The quantum of work and the nature of committees‟ job are assigned to the staff concerned which is communicated to them. Thus, the college decentralizes the authority and provides operational autonomy to the committees. The HODs have been delegated the financial power to the tune of Rs. 10000/- to rectify emergency breakdown and for consumables.
6.1.8 Does the college promote a culture of participative management? If „yes‟, indicate the levels of participative management.
YES. The College promotes a culture of participative management. The Principal is the academic and administrative head of the Institution. The Heads of Departments are responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Departments and report directly to the Principal. Additionally, the College has a number of Committees, formed with the approval of the Governing Body, which play an important role in various institutional functions.
Administrative Office Admission Committee Discipline Committee Disciplinary Action Committee Website Management Committee Examination Cell Alumni Association Maintenance Committee
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Award and Scholarship Committee Training and Development Cell Library Committee Grievance Redressal Cell Purchase Committee Complaints Committee Against Sexual Harassment (CCASH) Examination Monitoring Cell Time Table Committee Result Analysis Committee Right to Information Committee Counseling Cell Anti- Ragging Committee Placement Cell Student Council Magazine Arts Club Music Club Literary Forum Mathematics Club Quiz Club Nature Club NSS Sports Club Entrepreneurship Development IEEE Student Chapter ISTE Chapter CSI Chapter IETE IEI Young India Film Club Energy Conservation Club ELUXTRA ELECTRONAUTS
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APPTRONICS CYBERBLITZ I-TRAX IIIC (Industry-Institute Interaction Cell) Real Mechanica (Mechanical Association) Civil Engg. Association ISOI Ethics Committee Quality Monitoring & Assurance Cell These committees meet regularly and discuss the agenda items as per their terms of reference. The minutes of these meetings are recorded and sent to the management for consideration and implementation.
6.2 Strategy Development and Deployment
6.2.1 Does the Institution have a formally stated quality policy? How is it developed, driven, deployed and reviewed?
YES. The Institute‟s quality policy is well conveyed from its vision and mission statements. Strategic plan and action plan are designed in such a manner that this quality policy is driven and deployed during every process. Each process is regularly reviewed by a monitoring mechanism associated with each process.
Strategy to develop competences to serve the ever changing needs of the industry and society and strategy to empower the faculty, staff and aspiring engineers with essential technical knowledge and skills:
Applying the innovative teaching learning methods such as Cooperative learning, Group discussions, Quiz, Seminars, Industrial Visits and Lab Demonstrations. Arranging industrial visits, inplant trainings, guest lecture for students. Organizing orientation programs, courses related to the curriculum. Use of teaching aids such as Models, Video Films, Multimedia Presentations, NPTEL video lectures etc. Introduction of on line academic monitoring systems -Modular object oriented dynamic learning environment (MOODLE), software to assess and regulate the academic process.
Strategy to strengthen collaborative research and consulting environment with industry and other institutes:
Establishing research labs in departments imparting PG programmes.
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Encouraging the faculty for research publications. Motivating the students for research by organizing paper and project competitions. Appreciating the research of students/ faculty. Forming MOUs with industries and other institutes.
Strategy to inculcate social and ethical values:
Establishing NSS cell and organizing various social programs/ activities through this cell. Establishing community and ethical value based cells and organizing sensitization and awareness programs on various ethical issues through these cells.
6.2.2 Does the Institute have a perspective plan for development? If so, give the aspects considered for inclusion in the plan.
Yes; the institute has a perspective plan for development. It is developed by Principal under the guidance of governing council and HOD‟s of various departments. Based on the academic schedule given by the affiliating university, academic calendar was prepared by the Academic Affairs Committee The Academic calendar includes the list of pre-planned programs of various departments and exam schedules prepared with the knowledge of HOD‟s. To ensure development of the college, all the planning and execution are monitored regularly. Provision of adequate annual budget in the plan. The aspects to be included in the perspective plan will be drawn from the following committee recommendations with priority, Governing Council Academic Affairs Committee Student Council Human Resource and Development Cell Entrepreneurship Development Cell Internal Quality Assurance Cell Institute- Industry Interface Cell Student Counselling Mentors External and Internal Quality Audit Anti –Ragging Committee Plan and Welfare Committee Alumni Association Library Committee Research Committee Hostel Committee Women Cell
6.2.3 Describe the internal organizational structure and decision making processes.
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Figure 6.2: Internal organizational structure and decision making processes.
6.2.4 Give a broad description of the quality improvement strategies of the institution for each of the following
The Institution executes all quality improvement strategies through the formation of an IQAC.
a) Teaching & Learning
Our college delivers curriculum using an innovative "blended approach" that includes development of programs and courses based on industry and academics inputs, classroom teaching coupled with web based contents, continuous assessment, organized feedback from students and further improvisation of teaching techniques. Course plan, Course materials and notes. Black board presentation, OHP Presentation, Power Point Presentation, Study on Model. Group Discussions, Tutorial classes, Individual student seminars. E-learning resources like NPTEL and other video lectures. Library references, journals, DELNET and internet facilities. Guest lectures, Workshops, Seminars. Assignments, Slip Tests, Quizzes etc.
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Industrial visits, In-plant trainings, internship, in-house projects. Class committee meetings and counselling hours.
The subjects are allotted to the faculty before the semester begins based on their specialization and experience. The Faculty members are then asked to submit the course plan, notes and question bank to the HOD. Faculty maintain the subject log books, records of daily lectures delivered and practical‟s conducted. This is reviewed by the HOD weekly and counter signed by Principal monthly. Internal tests are conducted to students and their results are analysed.
Based on the results, the following remedial measures are taken: Guiding the students on the preparation and presentation in exams. Arranging tutorial classes. Conducting remedial classes. Conducting additional tests. Offering counsel to the students. Encouraging the students to attend workshops, conferences and seminars. Providing assorted references material.
b) Research and Development
Faculty is encouraged to pursue research by providing them the facilities by research committee. The above mentioned committee is framed to motivate the faculty and students to promote research and development activities and registering for patents. Further also encourages technical publications, submission of research proposals to various funding agencies. Faculty is allowed for on-duty leave to attend the seminars, research activities with financial aid etc.
c) Community engagement
Institute conducts the Community Programs like NSS, NCC, Red Cross, Health Centre, Blood Donation, Awareness Programs, and Interact with the community. Entrepreneurship Development Cell focuses on development of Entrepreneurs. The students of the college get an opportunity to imbibe the basic principles of serving society.
d) Human Resource Management
Our Institution has a HRD cell which liaises with prospective employers to recruit the qualified students on the basis of their performance in the campus interviews. The requirement of faculty is given by the HODs to the Principal well in advance. The HR consolidates all the requirements and sends an open advertisement in the dailies. Then, the received applications in response to the advertisement are shortlisted and recruited through staff selection committee.
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e) Industry Interaction
Industry interaction is necessary to understand the current trends in industries. MOUs are signed with industries to get our students trained through in-plant training and eventual placement. The industry interaction made by the following, Industrial Visits In-plant Training Guest Lectures by professionals from industry Institute - Industry Interface Cell Entrepreneurship Development Cell Professional bodies like IEEE, CSI, ISTE, ISOI.
6.2.5 How does the Head of the institution ensure that adequate information (from feedback and personal contacts etc.) is available for the top management and the stakeholders, to review the activities of the institution?
Grievances committee is formed by the Head of the Institution to monitor the Complaints received from faculty and students and subsequent remedial measures adopted. The feedback from the students is collected twice a semester. Based on the feedback the Principal/HOD conduct the faculty meeting to discuss the students‟ grievances. Class committee meeting is conducted twice a semester by HOD and Principal. All grievances of students and faculty are ironed out. Parents‟ meeting is conducted every year to interact and receive the feedback. The review of suggestions received through the suggestion boxes from the staff and students. Alumni association / meet help to get the feedback from the alumni and improve the quality of students. The feedback from the above committee is collected and analyzed by the Principal and conveyed the issues to management to full fill the needs of all stakeholders. Actions taken on feedbacks are communicated to all stakeholders Interaction with the potential employers when they visit for campus interviews.
6.2.6 How does the management encourage and support involvement of the staff in improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the institutional processes?
The Management has given total academic freedom for the Principal and the Heads of the Departments in teaching learning process, adding new equipment to conduct more number of experiments. Updating computational facilities by upgrading computers and internet connectivity. Additional rooms were created for conducting tutorials and quizzes.
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The Management is also generous in providing funds for sports and cultural activities, incentives are given to the staff in the form of appreciation letters, upgradation of the position etc., Management sponsors staff for STTPs, conferences, workshop and orientation programs Students are provided with Medals, cash awards, scholarships to the deserving partially contributing to provide value added courses like ( pre placement training programmes, extra coaching for sports, conducting workshops etc.,) Encouragement to the faculty to undertake R&D and consultancy work. The institute provides platform for interaction with eminent personalities
6.2.7 Enumerate the resolutions made by the Management Council in the last year and the status of implementation of such resolutions.
The governing body of the college meets once in a year to review the progress, the academic performances of faculty and students and to take major decisions pertaining to the development of the college. The resolutions/minutes passed in the governing body meeting will be implemented.
6.2.8 Does the affiliating university make a provision for according the status of autonomy to an affiliated institution? If “yes”, what are the efforts made by the institution in obtaining autonomy?
No, The affiliating University does not have a provision for according the status of autonomy for an affiliating institution.
6.2.9 How does the Institution 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 College has an effective Grievance Redressal Cell, CCASH for its employees. There is a set procedure for receiving and addressing the grievances of both teaching and nonteaching staff. Grievances of all staff are addressed to the Principal. The Principal usually deals with the problem but may refer a grievance to the Grievance redressal committee and all employees can also appeal directly to the Grievance redressal committee. Most of the Grievances are understood through the feedback given by the staff, students, industries and parents. All the grievances concerned during the academics are discussed with the concerned Heads of the Departments and resolved at the earliest. The grievances concerned to the policy matters are discussed with the Management and they are addressed immediately, if the nature of grievance is not involved with any financial commitment.
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6.2.10 During the last four years, had there been any instances of court cases filed by and against the institute ? Provide details on the issues and decisions of the courts on these?
No 6.2.11 Does the Institution have a mechanism for analyzing student feedback on institutional performance? If “yes”, what was the outcome and response of the institution to such an effort?
Yes. The advisory committee consisting of the Head of departments and class coordinators or senior teachers collects the exit level feedback from the graduates regarding learning processes. Feedback is also taken during the Alumni meet regularly organized by the institute. The PG departments have developed a format to obtain the feedback of its students, who are employed in various organizations. In addition to this, suggestion boxes are kept in each department for taking students feedback on institutional performance. The feedback is conveyed to concerned faculty or staff, organizational section, IQAC and the top management. Corrective measures are taken by the Institute.
6.3 Faculty Empowerment Strategies
6.3.1 What are the efforts made by the institution to enhance the professional development of its teaching and non teaching staff?
The newly appointed staff is exposed to interact with the senior staff and Heads of the Department frequently in preparing the lesson plans, teaching notes, teaching methodology and class room control etc., Faculty induction programs will be conducted for newly appointed faculty members . Faculty makes use of NPTEL video lectures prepared by IIT experts to improve teaching learning process. The teaching staff is permitted to attend faculty development programs conducted within the college and outside the college. Incentives are given to staff members to enhance their professional knowledge by presenting and publishing the papers in national and international conference/ journals. Non teaching staff is guided by the senior staff in the upkeep of the laboratories and handling the equipment. Skill development programs are conducted for Non teaching staff to update their technical knowledge.
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6.3.2 What are the strategies adopted by the institution for faculty empowerment through training, retraining and motivating the employees for the roles and responsibility they perform?
Faculty development programs. Industrial visit by Faculty Members. Conceptual understanding sessions. Industrial training. Participation and presentation in various conferences and seminars. Attend UGC/AICTE/Industry Sponsored quality improvement programmes. Training courses for Technical staff. The institute deputes the faculty for training organized by other organizations. For example, refreshers courses, orientation programs, summer/winter short term schools (SWSS), etc. The institute invites resources persons such as industrialists, researchers and academicians for interactions with the staff. Incentives are given to staff members to enhance their professional knowledge by presenting and publishing the papers in national and international conference/ journals.
6.3.3 Provide details on the performance appraisal system of the staff to evaluate and ensure that information on multiple activities is appropriately captured and considered for better appraisal.
The performance appraisal system consists of self appraisal and appraisal by HoD. Performance Appraisal form comprises multiple activities concerned to academic achievements, administrative activity & over all performances.
6.3.4 What is the outcome of the review of the performance appraisal reports by the management and the major decisions taken? How are they communicated to the appropriate stakeholders?
Based on the Performance Appraisal staff is given performance grade card For certain achievements appreciation letters are given. The achievements are announced to the concerned staff through letters or in appropriate meetings. Performance score of faculty is available to stakeholders as per their requirement/ request
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6.3.5 What are the welfare schemes available for teaching and non teaching staff? What percentage of staff have availed the benefit of such schemes in the last four years?
RSET staff welfare association is active in campus. Many activities are carried out under this welfare association like Family get- together, Festival programs etc. Facilitation of faculty participation in programs for professional development, organized by the College and also other agencies, through grant of leave and providing financial incentives. Low Interest loans for staff members who completed minimum 2 years in RSET. Outdoor activities including recreational tours for staff. Medical facility at the institute Subsidised transport to staff
6.3.6 What are the measures taken by the Institution for attracting and retaining eminent faculty?
Experienced and qualified faculty is appointed as and when it is identified. The institute provides functional office infrastructure and other space to carry out their work effectively The College funds seed money to short-term and long-term faculty projects. Institutional support is provided to teachers who undertake funded projects. Decentralized academic environment, good governance and flexibility in the teaching – learning process provided in this institute. Due to these factors, the faculty gets full job satisfaction in their field.
6.4 Financial Management and Resource Mobilization 6.4.1 What is the institutional mechanism to monitor effective and efficient use of available financial resources?
The financial resources of the institute are managed in a very effective and fool proof manner. There is fully computerized accounts department in the institute. The following three types of accounts are created: Income & Expenditure Accounts. Balance Sheets Receipts and Payments.
Each and every transaction is supported by the vouchers or bills. All the collections are in the bank and all expenditure, recurring and non-recurring are incurred through cheques. Only duly authorized persons can operate through the bank.
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For effective check on the accounts, the two-tier system is followed ----- the internal and the external audit on a continuous basis.
6.4.2 What are the institutional mechanisms for internal and external audit? When was the last audit done and what are the major audit objections? Provide the details on compliance.
The management committee appoints a Chartered Accountant who along with his team conducts external audit regularly. The external audit is up to date. It has been completed on the last financial year 2013-14. The income and expenditure of the institution is audited by “P.V. Chacko & Co”, which is fully external auditing system. There are not major audit objections. To audit the daily routine transactions, internal audit is done by Senioir Accounts Officer. Internal audit is done regularly
The audit reports for the last three years are enclosed as Annexure
6.4.3 What are the major sources of institutional receipts/funding and how is the deficit managed? Provide audited income and expenditure statement of academic and administrative activities of the previous four years and the reserve fund/corpus available with Institutions, if any.
Major Sources of institutional receipts/funding: Student fee AICTE grants under MODROBS Funding from external agencies like DST The deficit is managed through the parent society.
6.4.4 Give details on the efforts made by the institution in securing additional funding and the utilization of the same (if any). Institute has received grants from AICTE, New Delhi and funding agencies. Institute also receive funding from state government & Central government on scholarship basis
6.5 Internal Quality Assurance System (IQAS)
The internal quality assurance systems of RSET, aims at continuous improvement of quality and achieving academic excellence. The institution has mechanisms for academic auditing. The institution adopts quality management strategies in all academic and administrative aspects. The institution has an IQAC that adopts a participatory approach in managing its provisions.
6.5.1 Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)
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Yes, the College is having its IQAC. The cell works towards improving and maintaining the quality of education, identifying and suggestive new ways of using teaching aids, developing suitable infrastructure and offering suggestions for add on courses. IQAC has an effective and efficient internal coordinating and monitoring mechanism. The IQAC plays a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the quality of the institution and suggests quality enhancement measures to be adopted. The IQAC meets every quarterly to plan, advice, execute and evaluate the teaching, research, administrative and publication activities in the College. The sub-committees dealing with various activities and departments implement the IQAC guidelines and report the feedback. b. How many decisions of the IQAC have been approved by the management/ authorities f or implementation and how many of them were actually implemented?
Most of the decisions of the IQAC have been approved by the Management. Our College has become fully aware of the need for quality and keeping in line with this it was decided by the IQAC. To sustain and grow in this competitive world, it is of utmost necessity to have uniform standards and compliance to the same in order to facilitate our efforts to provide the best possible education to our students. All the required stages of the internal and external audits were implemented in a time bound manner. c. Does the IQAC have external members on its committee? If so, mention any significant contribution made by them.
Yes. IQAC cell has been constituted based on the recommendations given by NAAC. There are external members also who are involved in motivating and guiding various quality parameters. The composition / members of the current IQAC cell (from 1st January 2015 onwards) is given below:
1. Chairman - Dr. A Unnikrishnan,Principal 2. Vice Chairman - Dr. John M George, Vice Principal 3. Coordinator - Dr. Vinod kumar 4. Secretary - Ms. Neeba E A
Assistant Coordinators:
5. Mr. Manoj Tharian 6. Ms. Sukanya R Warier 7. Mr. Sreekumar G 8. Ms. Sminu Izudheen
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9. Mr. Unnikrishnan L 10. Ms. Sindhu U. 11. Ms. Sonia Paul
Members:
12. Dr. Antony Varghese 13. Mr. Biju paul 14. Mr. James Mathew 15. Mr. M T Kuriakose 16. Mr. Tony Joseph 17. Ms. Bindhu Paul 18. Mr.P.M.Joseph 19. Mr. Jomon P J 20. Mr.Shaibu kurian 21. Mr. Mathachan M J 22. Fr. Joseph C CMI 23. Mr.Vivek E K – Alumni representative 24. Mr. Nishanth P R- Employer representative from industry 25. Mr. Suresh Nair- Industrialist 26. Mr. Saji Varghese- Representative, local Society d. How do students and alumni contribute to the effective functioning of the IQAC?
The students express their views in enhancing teaching – learning process and conduct of various co-curricular / extra-curricular activities in the institute during the class committee and the suggestions are recommended to improve the above said areas. The alumni also give input to the Placement Officer and necessary mock training and new methods of improving the employability have been brought in. Alumni are sensitizing the students by conducting several interactive sessions. e) How does the IQAC communicate and engage staff from different constituents of the institutes?
Internal audit is carried out by the members drawn from all the departments and communicate the same to IQAC. The IQAC constituted different sub committees in which most of the staff members are involved in formulating and executing the decisions of IQAC. The decisions of IQAC are widely communicated to staff members through circulars / notices.
6.5.2. Does the institution have an integrated framework for quality assurance of the academic and administrative activities? If yes, give details on its operationalisation.
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Yes. IQAC and the various process measures have been well defined and effective implemented. The actual composition of the College IQAC is given at appropriate places.
The University provides guidelines for the course syllabi, pattern of examination and passing criteria. As per the course design, College arranges sem wise / year wise activities and plan for classes. The faculty ensure syllabus completion in particular academic year as per plan. The college authority with the help of different committees plan for the activities as listed below:
Term/ Annual academic calendar Term wise teaching plan Workload plan and allocation of resources Class wise time table. Examination schedule including tutorials. Annual seminar / workshop schedule Annual plan for sports and extracurricular activities. The College authority evaluates delivery effectiveness of teaching methods. The knowledge absorption / assimilation by students is also gauged suitably. Teaching Plan and Learning Process. Teaching plans are prepared for a term. These get verified / checked at different stages in accordance with syllabus and scheme of examination given by University. The teaching – learning process is facilitated through qualified, trained and experienced faculty with support from office staff. Apart from class-room teaching, students are encouraged to use library and internet facilities. The teaching staff maintains diaries and records their daily instructions delivered, practical conducted and other such activities performed. Any short term responsibilities (Extra lecture, duties for seminar etc.) are properly recorded and informed to concerned authorities. The Teaching Learning process is reviewed by HOD for the concerned teaching faculty and feedback communicated. The concerned faculty then plans for improvements which are monitored on a regular basis for their effectiveness. The effectiveness of teaching – learning process is reviewed on a regular basis. The inputs for such review may be from: a. Students feedback b. Results of internal tests c. Quality of assignment submitted. d. Final results of term / year.
The students educational needs and college administrative needs are managed through various operational committees. These committees have representation from faculty, staff
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and students. Each committee frames plans for its activities, schedules and monitors these activities to meet stipulated requirements. In this way the College has an integrated framework for quality assurance of the academic and administrative activities.
6.5.3 Does the institution provide training to its staff for effective implementation of the Quality assurance procedures? If yes, give details enumerating its impact.
Yes, the staff members of the College participate in training programs conducted in the form of orientation courses & refresher programs and the required teaching – learning quality assurance procedures are imported. The college encourages the selected faculty on a regular basis to undergo the audit courses to enable them to perform the internal audit impartially. Further employees are also trained at the department level.
6.5.4 Does the institution undertake Academic Audit or other external review of the academic provisions? If yes, how are the outcomes used to improve the institutional activities?
Academic audit is carried out by the IQAC team. The academic audit comes out with the pros and cons of the teaching methodology as well as means to overcome the same. All the junior faculty are randomly and continuously monitored in this regard. This audit is done in three stages. All the teaching staff members submit semester plan for conduct of theory and practical classes to their respective Head of Departments. Monthly reports are collected from the teaching staff where in teachers gave information regarding coverage of syllabus during that particular month. In cases where syllabus is not covered as per schedule, the teachers are accordingly advised. At the end of the semester (during the internal audit) the teaching staff submits the Course file which includes all the details of the course. It is checked whether the entire portion has been completed as per the initial planning and appropriate steps initiated. The teaching staff was asked to take corrective action with the feedback received. Since students are the important stakeholders a copy of the course handout is prepared and the is given for their reference and to make the entire procedure transparent. Feedback of students has helped teachers modify teaching techniques to suit student„s requirements. Latest technology is used in the classroom to keep abreast with global requirement. People from the industry are invited to address students on the latest industry trends. Examination results are audited and based on result analysis; course teachers take remedial actions such as one-to-one tutorials or extra remedial classes. Revision classes are taken before exams where doubts of students are solved.
6.5.5 How are the internal quality assurance mechanisms aligned with the requirements of the relevant external quality assurance agencies/regulatory authorities?
Every six months an audit is carried out by internal auditors. The observation , opportunity for improvement and non conformity cited by the auditors are rectified at the earliest. It is pertinent to mention no serious non conformity has been cited over the last few years.
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6.5.6 What institutional mechanisms are in place to continuously review the teaching learning process? Give details of its structure, methodologies of operations and outcome?
The mechanisms is to continuously review the teaching learning process at the departmental level. HOD allots the subjects to the faculty as per their specialization. The faculty are requested to submit the Teaching/Lesson Plan before the commencement of the semester this will be verified by the HOD. Continuous Assessment Test (CAT), Assignments, seminars as a part of the timetable and parent teacher communication/meeting, Class counseling and Class Committee meeting are the measures in vogue to review the teaching learning process. HOD„s are also analyzing the following: Semester wise result analyses of University exams Performance in continuous internal assessment –each of the components of the internal assessment is considered and semester wise performance is accordingly evaluated. performance (in assignment writing, seminar class etc.) is evaluated and the corrective actions are taken into account. Participation of students in extension activities – activeness, total time of active participation, team work willingness & ability are noted and accordingly evaluated etc. Monthly review of student PG projects by the guides. Feedback received by the teachers concerned from students as to assess the teaching. Student performance in internal tests – reflects the effectiveness of teaching etc. Assessment of the teacher„s teaching ability based on the performances shown by the students in the respective subjects.
6.5.7 How does the institution communicate its quality assurance policies, mechanisms and outcomes to the various internal and external stakeholders? Any other relevant information regarding Governance Leadership and Management which the college would like to include.
Through the Vision, Mission statement, parent teacher meeting and also through the website, whenever appropriate changes are made. The College communicates its quality assurance policies mechanisms by placing quality policy board at various places in the college premises for internal stakeholders (i.e. students and staff) and also through the College Website quality policies and outcomes are published for external stakeholders. The institution constantly looks for opportunities leading to improvement in Quality Management System. Data from various sources are collected, analysed and actions initiated. The following are reviewed after collecting data: Quality Policy, Quality Objectives and its monitoring. Audit findings (External and Internal). Management review meetings.
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Corrective and Preventive action. Students feedback. Based on above data action plans are initiated and their status is monitored.
Communicating Quality assurance policy:
The institution communicates its policy of ensuring a better quality round the year and it starts with ensuring that all the faculty positions are filled during each semester and the teacher- student ratio is maintained to the required level. Quality policies of the College go hand- in- hand with the policy of the university with respect to higher education. University conducts semester exams with high fidelity, confidentiality, fool-proofness. The question papers are set by faculty members belonging to other Universities, exams are conducted effectively, evaluation of answer scripts done through a central evaluation system by external examiners etc all together reflect higher quality.
Outcomes: The research outcomes of the faculty members are published in national / international journals. The milestone activities of each department are publicized during College Annual Day celebrations as the Annual Report. The sports & cultural achievements are publicized during College Annual Day celebrations. The College websites have been serving as effective mode of communication to inform policy matters and their outcomes to the internal and external stakeholders.
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CRITERIA VII INNOVATIONS AND BEST PRACTICES 7.1 Environment Consciousness
7.1.1 Does the Institute conduct a Green Audit of its campus and facilities?
Environment consciousness is of great concern in the campus so the institute maintains the pristine purity and beauty of the college with plantations to provide a congenial atmosphere for the academic and non-academic pursuits. The college NSS unit and the nature club are actively involved:
To monitor the existing trees and for planting new trees as and when required. To enable proper waste reduction and recycling practices through education and communication efforts. To regularly conduct programs to create awareness to establish eco friendly atmosphere on the campus and hostel areas. How ever the college has planned to conduct a green audit of its campus and facility in the near future.
7.1.2 What are the initiatives taken by the college to make the campus eco-friendly?
Energy conservation
The college has been conscious about the energy conservation for which it constituted Energy Conservation and ENCON club to promote energy conservation awareness among students and society. Energy auditing has been carried out by Energy Conservation and ENCON club as and when required. The college is replacing the CRT monitors with LED monitors thus conserving energy to the extent required. College also promotes procurement and installation of efficient electrical systems to save electricity.
Use of Renewable Energy
The College has a tie-up with Renewable Energy Centre MITHRADHAM Chunangamveli, which promotes solar energy awareness among student community. Bio-Gas plant is established at hostel and canteen to produce cooking gas from bio- degradable waste. Solid-waste management unit is functional to segregate plastic, glasses, papers etc
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Water harvesting
A network of ponds is maintained in the campus to ensure continuous recharging of ground water table.
Plantation
Each block of the building and playgrounds are surrounded by large green lawns, and plants which maintain healthy and balanced environment. RSET TREE (Together Restoring Environment Effectively) Nature club organizes nature conservation activities, study trips, Quizzes, Bird watching trips etc.
Hazardous waste management
There is no hazardous waste material produced in the institute.
7.2 Innovations
7.2.1 Give details of innovations introduced during the last four years which have created a positive impact on the functioning of the college.
Innovations on Curricular Aspects
Administrative setup to monitor outcome based education Faculty members are insisted to practice the best content delivery methods to attain program outcomes through course outcomes Faculty members are requested to implement the best assessment tools to evaluate the performance of students in attaining course outcomes. Course handout of all UG programmes uploaded on the website.
Innovations on Teaching-Learning and Evaluation
GYAN -Institutional repository is linked with RSMS as intranet facility and made access to students and faculty. Online course feedback reports from students are generated using RSMS. Faculty workshop for virtual learning was conducted and students are encouraged to prepare e-assignments and e-notes using MOODLE.
Innovations on Research, Consultancy and Extension
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Every department coordinates research activities through various research groups in different core engineering areas working for institutional / industrial projects and consultancy. Each research group consists of faculty members and students who work on specialized areas of engineering. Rajagiri Innovation Club supports and guides student ideas for transforming feasible designs with the aid of cutting edge technology into viable products. Rajagiri software development unit has been formed to fulfill all the software needs of RSET. This unit also carries consultancy works.
Innovations on Infrastructure and Learning resources
Wi-Fi facility provided within campus and hostels. All classrooms are supported with ICT enabled instruction delivery. Digital Library includes various sites of academic interest, public domain materials like conference papers, electronic theses and dissertations, technical reports and electronic books. Institutional repository includes faculty collections, papers/articles/invited lectures, previous university question papers, internal examination question papers, student seminar and project reports, conference proceedings. E-Journal Packages: IEEE/IET Electronic Library (IEL), Elsevier Science Direct Springer, ASCE, ASTM, ASME, J-Gate, McGraw Hill (Access Engineering Library -E- books) RSET language Lab provides language tutorials for students to overcome language deficiencies and improve their command over the language.
Innovations on Student support and progression
Student‟s council encouraging student participation in institutional planning and conduct of programs. Student enrichment programs are conducted for personality and aptitude development, developing industrial oriented skills, coaching for competitive exams like GRE, GATE etc, and communication skills development. Professional bodies - IEEE, ISTE, CSI, IETE, IEI, and Young Indians are functional in the institution for developing their professional skills and updates in recent technology and research developments. Career guidance cell and Placement cell to analyze student aptitude and train them for campus recruitment and best career opportunities.
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Entrepreneurship Development Cell & Incubation Center, Industry-Institute Interaction Cell for inculcating entrepreneurial culture in students and interaction between industry and institute for the betterment of engineering education offered at RSET. The extracurricular and co-curricular activities of students are enhanced through the various clubs like Arts Club, Mathematics Club, Nature Club, Quiz Club, Music Club, Literary Forum, NSS, Sports Club, Film club, Rajagiri innovation club. The different Branch associations organize the training programs, workshops, conferences and guest lectures in various domains to the students by experts from industry and academia for the holistic development and technical awareness of students. Mentoring system to monitor the regularity and performance of student.
Innovations on Governance, Leadership and management
The RSET website and associated framework for automating the Rajagiri Students Management System (RSMS), RSET Digital library system RSET payroll management system RSET online examination system Admission automation system Exam automation system and Maintenance management system has been upgraded for smooth functioning of the institution.
7.3 Best Practices
7.3.1 Elaborate on any two best practices as per the annexed format (see page .. ) which have contributed to the achievement of the Institutional Objectives and/or contributed to the Quality improvement of the core activities of the college.
Format for Presentation of Practice
1. Title of the Practice:
RAJAGIRI STUDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (RSMS)
2. Goal:
One of the important innovations which RSET has introduced is Rajagiri Student Management System (RSMS). Rajagiri Student Management System is a web- based semi-automated framework, designed to provide a sophisticated, state of the art web technology, aimed at bringing about total quality in education
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management. The Main objective of RSMS is to provide an easy way to automate all functionalities of the institution, thus reducing human effort and paper work. RSMS focuses on excellent coordination between faculty, parents and students to keep track of the day-to-day activities such as attendance management, internal assessment management, reports generation. RSET provides information about staff and students through the website: www.rajagiritech.ac.in
3. The Context
Enhanced interaction among the different stakeholders of the institution for various types of education management related service, operations and high level of efficiency in recording and information dissemination is the context which necessitates RSMS.
RSMS is designed and implemented with the following features:
Semi-automation of operations accessible from anywhere in the world. Client side installation not necessary Security based on active directory Centrally stored information with zero redundancy Best possible resource optimization. Enhanced interaction with teachers, parents and students Access to attendance, timetable, marks, and examination schedule Freedom to browse through library books catalogue and to find the circulation status of the book(s). Prior information about university events and holidays
The effectiveness of RSMS is measured based on the overall benefits to the Management, Faculty, Parents and Students.
4. The Practice
The features of RSMS together create a blended learning environment, easy data access and effective communication for students and teachers alike.
The following are some of the highlighting features of RSMS:
RSET Event management, Accreditation management Stock management, Office management-report generation Complaint register, Faculty-Suggestions / Grievances
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Hostel automation-Fee collection, Room allocation and Attendance Information about Academic activities- Semester plan, Course plan -execution and status Student related services: Academic and Personal information, Attendance management, Sessional marks, Student Feedback-Course & Faculty. Faculty related services: Personal information, Faculty attendance, On-line leave application, Salary-particulars, Exam-duty submission and swapping, Self-appraisal, Faculty Feedback, Course feedback Staff-Credit Union management Access to GYAN-the institutional repository facilities and Library-OPAC.
1. The RSMS allows getting information about all the details of a student like personal, academic etc. 2. The attendance marking and calculating system in RSMS is very user friendly. 3. The online leave submission, duty leave submission, medical leave submission and their corresponding approvals are decentralized. 4. The late attendance entry, internal assessment correction/ deletion go through automated hierarchical approvals. 5. The attendance and the internal marks are transparent and can be viewed by students, parents, teachers and HOD‟s. 6. Once a data is corrected correspondingly all the reports are updated. 7. Uniformity in assessment as the system is transparent.
5. Evidence of Success
Paper forms for various day-to-day affairs within the institution are stacking over years. Accounting ledgers filling file space on shelves. Difficulty in timely monitoring of student performance and delay in implementing remedial measures due to manual approach .Teachers and staff waiting to have their salary and service records updated. This slow pace processing environment makes any college out of step with the smart and dynamic world outside. The RSMS in RSET is a semi- automated system that fulfils most of the needs in an education institution. This helps the institution to function smoothly, reduce human error and handle critical tasks intelligently.
After introducing RSMS, the following improvements have been observed: Timely planning ,execution and monitoring of academic activities of students and faculty
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Structured monitoring has imbibed in student‟s good code of conduct which reflects in improvement of their attendance percentage and academic performance. Ease of access to student details and monitoring helps faculty to improve their rapport with students. Enhancement in time management of faculty in resource handling.
6. Problems Encountered and Resources Required:
As the college is affiliated to the university, any change in regulations necessitates change in RSMS coding but the problem encountered is manageable within a particular timeframe. Problem in accessing the database, when network is down. When data files get corrupted, the entire management system gets collapsed. Compatibility with new set of software is a problem.
7. Notes (Optional): Nil
8. Contact Details:
Name of the Principal: Dr. A. Unnikrishnan Name of the Institution: Rajagiri School of Engineering and Technology City: Kochi Pin Code: 682 039 Work Phone :+91 484 2427835, Fax:+91 484 2426241 Website: www.rajagiritech.ac.in , E-mail : office@ rajagiritech.ac.in Mobile:9446416148
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Format for Presentation of Practice
1. Title of the Practice: ACADEMIC AUDIT
2. Goal To ensure every faculty member is performing well in academic activities. To give feedback to faculty members on areas which need improvement. To monitor the success of course outcomes and program objectives. To monitor the overall academic performance of students including co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
Intended Outcome
Students are trained well in academics. Quality of teaching-learning process improves. Problems related to teaching-learning are brought to the notice of decision makers for solutions.
Underlying Principles / Concepts of this practice.
Work culture and output improve when there is monitoring. Best Practices of other Institutions are brought into RSET through the suggestions given through Auditing processes. Through continuous development, the quality of the institution is improved.
3. The Context
Educational institutions around the globe are growing at a rapid rate. Educational providers from overseas are interacting with institutions in India. The academic audit helps the institution to improve quality in educational programs.
Challenging issues in designing and implementing Audits:
More number of auditors are required be appointed for verifying the files of each department.
4. The Practice
Academic Audit is conducted at the end of every semester.
Auditing team is formed to audit these files and give their feedback to faculty, HOD and the Principle. External academic experts are invited if required to audit the files to maintain standards.
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As soon as one audit is completed, the suggestions for improvement are to be implemented to achieve the desired results. The documents in course files are to be arranged in order and checklists are to be provided to check whether all required documents are filed. Faculty members are to be motivated to receive the feedback from the auditor with a open mind and to improve his/her teaching/ research skills. Every faculty member maintains course files for the theory as well as Laboratory subjects. The following are placed in course files (Theory)for audit:
Table Of Contents 1 University Scheme & Syllabus 2 Semester Plan 3 Course Structure 3.1 Course Information Sheet 3.2 Course Plan 3.3 Time Table 4 Course Material- Hand notes, PPT 5 Previous University Question Papers 6 Unit Wise Question Bank 7 Course Assessment Methods 7.1 Tutorial Sheets 7.2 Assignments/Quizzes/Class Test 7.2.1 Sample Assignment Sheets 7.3 Mid Term, Model & Comprehensive Exams 7.3.1 Question Paper 7.3.2 Answer Key 7.3.3 Sample Answer Sheets 7.4 Remedial Classes/Exams (If Any) 8 Gaps & Plans For Add-On Programmes 9 Topics Beyond Syllabus 10 Course Outcome Assessments 10.1 Course Outcome Feedback Form 10.2 Course Outcome Feedback Analysis 11 Assessment Results 11.1 Subjectwise Attendance 11.2 Internal Marks 12 Details Of Add On Programmes/ Guest Lectures/Make Up Tests. Etc. (If Any) Table 7.3.1: Table of contents for course file-Theory
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The following are placed in course files (Lab)for audit:
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 University Scheme & Syllabus 2 Semester Plan 3 Course Structure 3.1 Course Information sheet 3.2 Course plan & Lab Cycle 3.3 Experiment Questions 3.4 Open Questions 3.5 Advanced Questions 3.6 Time Table 4 Lab Manual 4.1 Teachers Lab Manual 4.2 Students Lab Manual 5 Course Assessment methods 5.1 Daily Evaluation sheets 5.2 Model Examination Questions 5.3 Model Examination Viva Questions 5.4 Model Examination Sample Scripts 6 Course Outcome Assessments 6.1 Course Outcome Feedback Form 6.2 Course Outcome Feedback Analysis 7 Assessment Results 7.1 Subjectwise Attendance 7.2 Internal Marks Details of the Add On Programmes / Guest Lectures / Makeup Test 8 Etc..(If Any) Table 7.3.2: Table of contents for course file-Practical
The following files are also audited to keep track of the performance of students in academic including co-curricular and extra-curricular activities and also to enhance the professional activities of faculty.
Sl.No File Name 1. List/number of students who have cleared the programme in four years (data from the last three years) 2. CGPA (last three years data of students‟ CGPA/ percentage)
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3. Professional society activities, events, conferences organised , etc 4. List of students‟ papers along with hard copies of the publica tions; professional society publications/magazines, etc.
5. Faculty details with their service books, salary details, sampl e appointment letters, promotion and award letters/certificates 6. Faculty list with designation, qualification, joining date, publ ication, R&D, interaction details 7. List of faculty publications along with DOIs and publication/ citation details 8. List of R&D and consultancy projects along with approvals and project completion reports 9. List and proofs of faculty interaction with outside world 10. List of short-term courses, workshops arranged, and course modules developed 11. Rubrics developed to validate the POs 12. Remedial Classes 13. Elective List 14. Time table and Workload 15. Mentoring Files 16. Faculty Profile(Personal File) Table 7.3.3: List of files for academic audit
Constraints and Limitations
As the institution is affiliated to university, certain recommendations given by the auditors has practical constraints while implementing
5. Evidence of Success
The Evidence for success is seen in the feedback received through subsequent audit reports. Some of their comments are given below:
The audit system has improved the performance of the faculty members and teaching quality and their integrity. Significant improvement in teaching –learning process especially with regard to course content delivered and usage of teaching aids. Improvement in the ability of the faculty to identify the gaps in syllabus and to deliver the contents beyond syllabus. Enhancement in the usage of e-learning facilities and resources.
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Overall performance of the students in their written exam is satisfactory which exhibits the effective and innovative teaching methodology of the faculty. With regard to the preparation of assignments, the students have excelled in their creative skills.
6. Problems Encountered and Resources Required
The auditing process is usually scheduled during end semesters wherein practical difficulties in smooth conduct of auditing may be affected by the absence of faculty in campus as they may be engaged in other academic activities like valuation, NSS, Club activities etc . For department with more number of batches the auditing and arriving at proper consensus may be difficult for an individual course. Common course subjects like first year papers, Mathematics, the auditing and arriving at proper consensus may be difficult.
7. Notes (Optional) : Nil
8. Contact Details:
Name of the Principal: Dr. A. Unnikrishnan Name of the Institution: Rajagiri School of Engineering and Technology City: Kochi Pin Code: 682 039 Accredited Status: NAAC with B grade Work Phone :+91 484 2427835, Fax:+91 484 2426241 Website: www.rajagiritech.ac.in , E-mail : office@ rajagiritech.ac.in Mobile: 9446416148
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