Department of Geology

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology

Department of Geology School of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences University of Madras

1 Name of the Department Department of Geology 2 Year of establishment 1952 3 Is the Department part of a School Of Earth & Atmospheric School/Faculty of the university? Sciences 4 Names of programmes offered (UG, PG, M.Sc. Geology (CBCS) - M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Semester Integrated Ph.D., D.Sc., D.Litt., etc.) M.Phil. Geology (CBCS) - Semester Ph.D. Geology (CBCS) - Semester 5 Interdisciplinary programmes and --- departments involved 6 Courses in collaboration with other --- universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. 7 Details of programmes discontinued, if --- any, with reasons 8 Examination System: Annual/ Semester/ Semester – Choice Based Trimester/Choice Based Credit System Credit System 9 Participation of the department in the ----- courses offered by other departments

10. Number of teaching posts sanctioned, filled and actual (Professors/Associate Professors/Asst. Professors/others) Sanctioned Filled Actual (including CAS & MPS) Professor 1 1 1 Associate Professors 1 - - Asst. Professors 4 4 4 Others - - -

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology 11. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, area of specialization, experience and research under guidance Name Qualifica Designation Specialization No. of No. of tion Years of Ph.D./ Experience M.Phil. students guided for the last 4 years Stratigraphy, M.Sc., Micropaleontology Professor & Ph.D. – DR.S.P.Mohan M.Phil., Marine Ecology, 31 Years Head 3 Ph.D. Sequence Stratigraphy Igneous and Metamorphic Ph.D. – DR.V. Ram M.Sc., Petrology, 4 Professor 28 Years Mohan Ph.D. Environmental M.Phil.: Geology, 10 Geochemistry Sedimentology, Ph.D.-1 M.Sc., Sedimentary DR.S.Ramasamy Professor 25 Years M.Phil- Ph.D. Petrology, 4 Marine Geology Estuarine Ecology, Biodiversity & Ph.D. – M.Sc., Biogeography of Assistant 3 DR.S.M.Hussain M.Phil., Ostracod studies, 12 Years Professor M.Phil.: Ph.D. Sequence 6 Stratigraphy, tsunami studies Environmental Micropaleontology, M.Sc., Placer Mineralogy Ph.D. – DR.M. Suresh Assistant M.Phil., & Coastal 8 Years M.Phil.: Gandhi Professor Ph.D. Geomorphology 4 Beach Placer Minerals

12 List of senior Visiting Fellows, adjunct -- faculty, emeritus professors 13 Percentage of classes taken by temporary 12hrs per week for taking classes faculty – programme-wise information 14 Programme-wise Student Teacher Ratio I M.Sc.-13 Students -5 Faculty II M.Sc-20 Students -5 Faculty M.Phil- 14 Students -5 Faculty Ph.D. - 48 Students -5 Faculty - Full time=41, Part time=7

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology 15 Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff: Sanctioned Filled Actual 1 1 1 Vacant from 2010 3 2 2 – 1 Vacant

16. Research thrust areas as recognized by major funding agencies a) Micropaleontology – Micropaleontology & Coastal/Marine Ecology b) Petrology (all branches) - Petrology (All branches),Tamil Nadu

17. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) national b) international funding agencies and c) Total grants received. Give the names of the funding agencies, project title and grants received project-wise. Name of the Amount Funding Title of the project and duration Investigator Sanctioned Agency Post-Tsunami Coastal Geomorphic Changes in Northern Tamil Nadu: CSIR, Dr. V. Ram Rs. 16.00 Impact of shore protection measures New Delhi Mohan Lakhs and Vulnerability to Extreme events (August 2007 to July 2010) V.Ram Mohan Processing analysis and preparation (Principal of inundation maps for modeling & Investigator) mapping under the project & Establishment of National Early Rs.55.75 MoES, New M.Suresh Gandhi Warninig System for tsunami and Lakhs Delhi (Co - stroms surges in Indian ocean Investigator) (Dec, 2006 to March 2012)

“Geochemistry and clay mineralogy Dr.S.Ramasamy of Long cores of Bengal Fans” 10 Lakhs DOD (Completed in 2007) “Sedimentological and structural Dr.S.Ramasamy studies of badami sediments of (Principal Kaladgi Super Group, in and around Investigator) DAE-AMD, Deshnur area, Belgaum dist., 19.8 Lakhs & Mumbai Karnataka, to explore unconformity M.Suresh Gandhi related uranium mineralization” (Co -Investigator) (Ongoing (2009-2012))

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology “Physico-Chemical Controls on Localising Epigenetic Sulphide UGC-New Dr.S.Ramasamy Mineralisation In Mid-Proterozoic 9.65 lakhs Delhi Coarse Clastic Sequence Of Kaladgi Basin, Karnataka” (2012 – 2015) DST–PURSE Programme University of Madras DST– Dr.S.Ramasamy Rs.80,000/- (DST-PURSE March – (October PURSE 2010) “Holocene Climate Change and its TamilNadu Dr.S.Ramasamy Implications on Sea levels and State Rs.6000/- (Student Project) Mangroves of Tamil Nadu Coast” Council of (2011-2012) Technology DST – PURSE Programme of DST- Dr.S.M.Hussain University of Madras March to Rs.60,000/- PURSE October , 2010 Distribution and morphological variabilities of Recent Freshwater Ostracods from southern India: Rs.8.73 (UGC-New Dr.S.M.Hussain Ecology, biodiversity and lakhs. Delhi) biogeographical implications” (Principal Investigator). (Feb., 2011 to Jan., 2014) “High resolution paleoclimatic studies in the Bay of Bengal” (Principal (MoES – Dr.S.M.Hussain Rs.15 Lakhs Investigator). (July, 2012 to June New Delhi) 2014) DST Purse Programme Dr.M.Suresh (Principal Investigator) 80,0000/- DST Gandhi Completed 2012 Evolution of coastal landforms and micropaleontological studies in Palk Dr.M.Suresh Strait, East cost of India 7,00,000/- UGC Gandhi (Principal Investigator) On- going – 2011-2013

UGC-CPEPA “ Centre on Mangrove Ecology” Rs. 2.3 crore sanctioned and released to School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences consisting of Geology, Applied Geology and Geography Departments.

Prof. S.Ramsamy- Co-Ordinator, Department of Geology Name of the Title of the project and Amount Funding Agency Investigator duration Sanctioned Climate change impact on Mangroves in parts of Dr. V. Ram Mohan Cuddalore, Nagapattinam Rs. 12.00 Lakhs UGC-CPEPA and Thirvallur Districts (2011-2016)

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology Response of Mangroves to Dr.S.Ramasamy Differential Sedimentation Coordinator-UGC Rates and Accretion/Erosion Rs. 12.00 Lakhs UGC-CPEPA CPEPA Events in Tamil Nadu Coast (2011-2016) Holocene Stratigraphy, Dr.S.Ramasamy Palynodebris and Diatom Coordinator-UGC Rs. 12.00 Lakhs UGC-CPEPA Analysis of TamilNadu CPEPA Mangrove Areas(2011-2016) “Distribution of Ostracoda in the sub surface samples of Pulicat Mangrove Dr.S.M. Hussain Rs.12.00 lakhs UGC-CPEPA ecosystem- implication for sea level variations” (2011 – 2016) “Palynological Studies in the Mangrove Ecosytem of Pichavaram and Muthupet Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi region-A tool for sea level Rs.12.00 Lakhs UGC-CPEPA variation and Paleoenvironment reconstruction” (2011-2016)

18. Inter-institutional collaborative projects and associated grants received a) National collaboration -

b) International collaboration – “Late Pleistocene-Holocene Palyno- chronostratigraphy in north-eastern part of Cauvery delta: Implications in Palaeoclimatic and sea-level studies” (DST – New Delhi) Rs. 16.40 lakhs (April, 2009 to March, 2012) Awarded to Dr.Anjum Farooque, P.I., Scientist, BSIP, Lucknow DR.S.M.Hussain (Co-Investigator).

19. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC-SAP/CAS, DPE; DBT, ICSSR, AICTE, etc.; total grants received.

a. The Department of GEOLOGY was awarded the UGC through its SPECIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMME under DSA- LEVEL I for Research and Development programmes and sanctioned an amount of Rs. 56 Lakhs for the period 2007-2012.

b. The Department of GEOLOGY was awarded the FIST PROGRAMME (Phase – I) by the Department of Science of Technology, New Delhi for the years 2003- 2008 with a grant of Rs. 60.0 Lakhs.

c. The Department of GEOLOGY was awarded the FIST PROGRAMME (Phase – II) by the Department of Science of Technology, New Delhi for the years 2012- 2017 with a grant of Rs. 1.50 Crores.

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology d. The SCHOOL OF EARTH AND ATMOSPHERIC SCIENCES was awarded Centre with Potential of Excellence in Particular Area (CPEPA) by UGC with a grant of Rs. 2.30 Crores (Department of Geology is one of the Three Participating Departments.)

20. Research facility / centre with · state recognition : ----- · national recognition : ----- · international recognition: -----

21. Special research laboratories sponsored by / created by industry or corporate bodies ------

22. Publications: * Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national / international) : 66 * Monographs : 3 * Chapters in Books : 3 * Edited Books : 1 * Books with ISBN with details of publishers : 6 * Number listed in International Database (For e.g. Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.) : * Citation Index – range / average : * SNIP : * SJR : * Impact Factor – range / average : * h-index :

23. Details of patents and income generated - Nil

24. Areas of consultancy and income generated - Nil

25. Faculty selected nationally / internationally to visit other laboratories / institutions / industries in India and abroad

Dr.V.Ram Mohan Visited Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Mexico City, Mexico and delivered an invited Lecture “Landslied Susceptibility zonation for Nilgiris, South India using GIS” as a part of 75th Anniversary celebration of the Institute (June 11 - 21, 2012)

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology Dr.S.M.Hussain Visited DHAKA, BANGLADESH to present a paper entitled, “Diversity and Distribution of Recent benthic Ostracoda from the Bay of Bengal, off Karikkattukuppam (near Chennai), southeast coast of India” in the International Conference on "The Role of Natural Resources and Environment in Sustainable Development in South and Southeast Asia (NESDA) during 17-21 January, 2003.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Visited BANGKOK, THAILAND to present a paper entitled, “Ostracoda from December, 2004 Tsunamigenic sediments between Ennore and Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu coast, Southeast coast of India –Implications for sediment provenance” in the 4th Annual Meeting of Asia Oceania Geosciences Society (AOGS) during 31st July – 4th August, 2007.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Visited OLUVIL, SRI LANKA to present a paper entitled, “Recent benthic Ostracoda in the Mullipalam creek, near Muthupet, Tamil Nadu, India” in the International Symposium on “Post-War Economic Development through Science, Technology and Management” held at South Eastern University of Sri Lanka during 19th 21st April, 2011 and Chaired a Technical Session.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Visited SINGAPORE to present a paper entitled, “Distribution of Recent Ostracoda and sediment characteristics of core samples of Gadilam river estuary, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, southeast coast of India: Environmental implications” in the Asia Oceania Geosciences Society (AOGS) and American Geophysical Union (AGU) joint assembly held during 13th to 17th August, 2012 and visited Nanyang Technological University, Singapore.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Visited MIRI, SARAWAK, MALAYSIA to initiate a collaborative research project with the Department of Applied Geology, Curtin University and to deliver an invited talk during 19th to 22nd August, 2012.

26. Faculty serving in National committees b) International committees c) Editorial Boards d) any other (please specify).

Dr.S.P.Mohan as a Special Officer – University of Madras Dr.S.P.Mohan as a Former Member Syndicate – University of Madras Dr.S.P.Mohan as a Former Director , Guindy Campus – University of Madras Dr.S.P.Mohan as a Chairperson – School of Earth & Atmospheric Science - University of Madras Dr.S.P.Mohan as a Chairperson – Board of Studies in Geology Dr.S.P.Mohan as a Coordinator – UGC – SAP – DSA Programme Dr.S.P.Mohan as a Coordinator – DST – FIST Programme Dr.S.P.Mohan as a Vice President, Geologists Association of Tamil Nadu Dr.S.P.Mohan as a Vice President, Paleontological Society of India, Lucknow. Dr.S.P. Mohan – UGC Expert – Project Review Committee. DR.S.P.Mohan – Expert Review Committee – Geological Survey of India.

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology Dr.Ram Mohan as a Member of Working Group to draft Standard Operation Procedure for Biological Attacks formulated by Government of Tamil Nadu. Dr.Ram Mohan as a Expert to review the Programmes carried out by Geological Survey of India, Operations : Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Puducherry. Dr.S.Ramasamy as a Member of the International Association of Sedimentologists, USA Dr.S.Ramasamy as a Member Board of Examiners for Ph.D. Thesis and viva voce for the following IIT and Universities, viz., IIT Kharagpur, IIT Bombay, Mumbai; Pondicherry University, Anna University, Chennai; Presidency College, Chennai; National College, Trichy; Periyar University, Salem; Annamalai University, Chidamparam; Tamil University, Tanjore; and Served as External Reviewer for Ph.D. research and Public Viva-Voce Examination.

Dr.Hussain as a Executive Council Member of the Paleontological Society of India, Lucknow for the year 2010-2012.

Dr.Hussain as a Executive Council Member of the Gondwana Geological Society of India, Nagpur for the year 2010-2012.

Dr.Hussain as a Member of the International Editorial Advisory Board of International Journal of Earth Sciences and Engineering (ISSN 0974-5904).

Dr.Hussain as a Member Board of Examiners for Ph.D. Theses and viva voce for the following Universities, viz., Bangalore University, Bangalore; Kuvempu University, Shimoga; Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur; Periyar University, Salem; Kerala University, Thiruvananthapuram and Nagpur University, Nagpur and Served as External Reviewer for Ph.D. research projects on “Annual Review of Research at LIFE, 2010-2011” held at Loyola College, Chennai.

Dr.Suresh Gandhi as a Animal Ethical Committee member (2012 onwards-at Sairam Siddha College, Tambaram) – nominated by Ministry of Environmental and Forest, New Delhi.

Dr.Suresh Gandhi Served as a Advisory board member in interview for Junior Technical Assistant, Geology Geological survey of India, Southern Region, Chennai during 2011. By Staff Selection Commission, Chennai.

Dr.Suresh Gandhi Served as a Advisory board member in interview for Senior Technical Assistant, Geology Geological survey of India, Southern Region, Chennai during 2011. By Staff Selection Commission, Chennai. Dr.Suresh Gandhi Served as International Editorial Advisory committee member in the Internal Journal Of Earth Sciences and Engineering from 2010 onwards Dr.Suresh Gandhi Served as a Advisory board member in interview for Assistant Archaeology at Archeological survey of India, Southern Region, Chennai during 2010, By Staff Selection Commission, Chennai.

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology 27. Faculty recharging strategies (UGC, ASC, Refresher / orientation programs, workshops, training programs and similar programs).

Dr.S.M.Hussain Participated in the one day UGC sponsored Orientation programme on "Right to Information Act" held at University of Madras, Chepauk and organized by Dept. of Legal Studies and Dept. of Adult and Continuing Studies, on 29th March, 2007.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered a lecture on "Importance of Ostracoda in geological studies: Case histories on environmental aspects from east and west coast of Tamil Nadu" at the monthly meetings of GEOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF INDIA, Bangalore, on 26.12.2007.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Participated in the three party (Kyoto, Madras and Middle East Technical Universities) collaboration “Training of Trainer workshop on Disaster Management” supported by World Bank Institute, USA and UN-ISDR, Geneva held at Centre for Natural Hazards and Disaster Studies from 25th to 28th Sep., 2007.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Participated and presented a research paper “Ostacoda from December, 2004 Tsunamigenic sediments between Ennore and Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu coast, Southeast coast of India –Implications for sediment provenance” in the 4th International Meeting of Asia Oceanica Geosciences Society (AOGS), Bangkok (SE-21, p.240) (July – Aug., 2007).

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Participated in the Orientation course on GENERAL BATCH- 79 held at Academic Staff College, University of Madras, Chennai during 16.5.2007 to 12.06.2007.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Participated in the Science seminar on Basis Sciences: Scope and Hope organized by University of Madras in commemoration of Sesquicentennial year on 23rd August, 2007.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Participated in the International workshop in Disaster Management (TOT) Training of Trainer programme held for five days during 25th to 29th September, 2007. organized by Center for Natural Hazards and Disaster studies, University of Madras

Dr.S.M. Hussain Attended the Refresher course (21 days) on “Environmental Management (Multidisciplinary subject)” organized by Academic Staff College, University of Madras (sponsored by UGC, New Delhi) from 06-02-2008 to 26-02- 2008.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered a lecture on "Utility of Ostracods in the Geo-environmental Studies with reference to the coast off Chennai" in the Environmental Sciences Refresher course organized by Centre for Environmental Studies at University of Madras, Chennai on 15th Sep., 2008.

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered a lecture on "Significance of Ostracoda in Earth Science Studies: Case histories from off Chennai and Andaman Islands" in the Life Sciences Refresher course organized at Department of Botany, Nagpur University, on 28.02.2008.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Delivered a lecture on Applications of foraminifera in environmental studies In the International conference on “Environmental Micropaleontology, Microbiology, Miobenthology” held at Dept. of Applied Geology, University of Madras during February 18-22, 2008.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Delivered a lecture on Applications of Scanning Electron Microscopic studies In the Refresher course on “Environmental Management” ,organized by Dept. of Geography & Centre for Environmental studies, University of Madras during February 21, 2008.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Delivered a lecture on “Scanning Electron Microscopic studies: Its Applications on Recent Research”. In National Workshop on Recent Trends in Biotechnology and Analytical Instrumentation held at Dept. of Plant biology and Biotechnology, Presidency College, Chennai during March 5-8th 2008.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Delivered a lecture on “Scanning Electron Microscopic studies: Its Applications”. In the refresher course held at Dept. of Physical Chemistry, University of Madras , Chennai during 2008.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Participated in the National workshop on Applied Geochemistry in Environmental studies, held at Centre for Natural hazards and Disaster Studies, University of Madras, Guindy Campus, Chennai during February 8th and 9th, 2008.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Participated in the Refresher course on Environmental Management (multidisciplinary Subject, held at Academic Staff College, University of Madras, Chennai during February 6th to 26th, 2008.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Participated in the National Workshop on Applied Geochemistry In Environmental Studies & AGM 2008, ISAG 8th-9th February, 2008, University of Madras, Chennai -25

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Delivered a lecture on Introduction to Physical geology- an overview study at Department of Civil Engineering, Satyabama University, Chennai during August, 2008.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Delivered a lecture on “Placer Mineral Distribution and its environmental impact assessment” in the Refresher course on Environmental Sciences organized by Centre for environmental sciences, Dept. of Applied Geology Chennai during –Feb-2008.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Delivered a Lecture on Earth and its resources- “Earth Day – Organized by CSIR, Adayar & Department of Botany, University of Madras during October, 2008.

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered a lecture on "Ostracoda as an indicator of environmental conditions” in the Environmental Sciences Refresher course organized by Centre for Environmental Studies at University of Madras, Chennai on 27th Oct., 2009.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered a lecture on "Fossils through different geological times and their applications in the Geo-environmental Studies" in the Orientation Programme for the newly recruited Lecturers under TRB organized by Academic Staff College, University of Madras, Chennai on 20th July, 2009.

DR.M.Suresh Gandhi Participated in the National Workshop on Application of Micropaleontology in Environmental and Energy resource studies, held at National College, Trichy during December 14th- 15th 2009.

DR.M.Suresh Gandhi Delivered a Lecture on “Earth and its resources; environmental pollutions – in the refresher courses organized by Geography Department, University of Madras during July, 30th, 2009.

DR.M.Suresh Gandhi Delivered a Lecture on Mineral resources and its importance” – in the Refresher course on Environmental Sciences- organized by Center for Environmental Sciences, Dept of Applied Geology, University of Madras during October- 24th 2009.

DR.M.Suresh Gandhi Delivered a lecture on Refresher course organized by Economics department, University of madras on “Mineral Resources and its environmental conditions’ during 28th November, 2009

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered lectures (as a Mentor) on Earth Sciences under Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research (INSPIRE) Internship programme sponsored by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, New Delhi organized by Vel Tech College of Technology, Avadi, Chennai on 28-12-2010.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered lectures (as a Mentor) on Earth Sciences under Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research (INSPIRE) Internship programme sponsored by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, New Delhi organized by K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology, Tiruchengode, Tamil Nadu during November 22-26, 2010.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered an invited talk on “Modern Technology, Geology and Environment” in the 8th Hundai Vendor Forum for the benefit of the staff and customers of M/s Premium Steering Pvt. Ltd., Chennai held on 24th July, 2010.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Participated and presented a research paper Identification of Paleotsunami Deposits based on the distribution of Ostracoda and Foraminifera assemblages from trench/geo-slicers sections collected along the Collinpur Mud Flats, SouthAndaman Island, A&N Islands in the 7th Annual meeting and International conference of Asia Oceanica Geosciences Society (AOGS), Hyderabad (SE-11, A-004, p.315) (July, 2010).

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Delivered the keynote address on “ Role of foraminifera in Environmental , pollution and climate change studies” in the National conference on Natural hazards and climate changes held at Department of Geology, University of Madras, Guindy Campus, Chennai – 600 025 during March 11to 13th 2010.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Delivered a lecture on “Life Through the Ages” at Tamil Nadu Govt Museum, Chennai during September 2010.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Participated and organized one day workshop on “ Coastal Environments” held at Department of Geology, University of Madras, Guindy Campus, Chennai during 24th March 2010.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Participated in the International Seminar at Department of Geography, University of Madras and Chaired a Technical Session on 26th Feb., 2011.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Participated and presented an Invited talk on “Distribution of ostracoda as a proxy for interpretation of environment and tsunami events: Examples from the coast of Tamil Nadu and Kerala, India” in the Humboldt Kolleg and International Conference on Recent advancements in Earth resources research: The road to the future (Earth – Future) held at Periyar University, Salem from 7-9 September, 2011 (page.94).

Dr.S.M.Hussain Participated in the International Conference held at Department of Geography, University of Madras and Chaired a Technical Session on 3rd Dec., 2011.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Participated and presented a research paper in the XXIII Indian Colloquium on Micropaleontology and Stratigraphy held at Department of Geology, Bangalore University, Bangalore and also delivered a talk as Resource Person during the Pre-Colloquium Workshop (8th to 11th Dec., 2011).

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered a lecture on "Ostracoda and their utility in various environmental studies” in the Pre-Colloquium Workshop of the XXIII Indian Colloquium on Micropaleontology and Stratigraphy held at Department of Geology, Bangalore University, Bangalore on 8th Dec., 2011.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Participated in the AICTE sponsored short-term training programme on “New insights on scales in Geo-data analysis to seismic interpretation” organized by the Department of Ocean Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai, from 10th to 14th October, 2011.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered an invited lecture on "Ostracods and their distribution: Implication for environment and tsunami studies: Case studies from off Chennai and Andaman islands” in the Environmental Sciences Refresher course organized by Academic Staff College, at University of Madras, Chennai on 13th Sep., 2011.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered an invited lecture on "Ostracods and their applications" in the Two day Workshop on Micropaleontological techniques with special reference to Foraminifera and Ostracoda organized by Department of Applied Geology, University of Madras, Chennai on 30th and 31st March, 2011.

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered an invited talk on “Renewable and non-renewable energy conservation and environmental implications: An overview” National Conference on Green energy for sustainable development, held at Loyola college, Chennai on 8th January, 2011.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Participated in the Indian Science Congress at SRM College, Chennai during January 1- 7th 2011.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Participated in the DST- Inspire Camp at KSR College Thirucengode, Erode District during Feb 8&9, 15&16, 2011.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Participated in the National Seminar on Basins and Earth Resources of India, held at Annamalai University during Feb 17&18th 2011.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Delivered an invited lecture on "Foraminifera and their applications" in the Two day Workshop on Micropaleontological techniques with special reference to Foraminifera and Ostracoda organized by Department of Applied Geology, University of Madras, Chennai on 30th and 31st March, 2011.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Delivered an invited lecture on "Geology and their applications in Environmental studies" in the “Training Programme for School Children” organized by (LIFE) Loyallo College, Chennai May, 2011

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Participated and delivered 5 lectures in the DST- Inspire Camp at KSR College Thirucengode, Erode District organized by NanoScince Dept, during Feb 8&9, 2011.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Participated and delivered 5 lectures in the DST- Inspire Camp at KSR College Thirucengode, Erode District organized by Nano Science Dept, during Feb 15&16, 2011.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Delivered a special Lecture on “Evolution and Extinction of Dinosaurs – during the “Madras Day” held at Govt. Museum, Govt.of Tamil Nadu during August 25th 2011.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Delivered 8 lectures in the DST Inspire programme from October 13-17, 2011, December 22-26, 2011, Feb 2-6, 2012, August 17 – 21, 2012, Oct13-17, 2012, Dec 22-126, 2013 & Feb 2-6, 2013 onwards on Application of Earth Sciences and its importance organized by Department of Geology, University of Madras.

Dr.S.M. Hussain Participated in the Industry-Academia Workshop on “Technology Imperatives for Exploration and Production of Oil & Gas” Organised by Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited, Petroleum Federation of India and LKMTLovraj Kumar Memorial Trust held at ONGC Rajahmundry from 26-29 March 2012.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Participated and presented an invited research talk entitled, “Distribution of Ostracoda and characteristics of sub-surface sediments samples of Kaduvaiyar estuary, near Velanganni, Nagapattinam District, Tamil Nadu India” in the International Open Science Conference – Global Environmental Change: Challenges

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology and Innovations, also Co-chaired a technical session held at Department of Applied Geology, University of Madras, Chennai (21-23 Feb., 2012).

Dr.S.M.Hussain Participated and presented a research paper in the 9th International joint Meeting of Asia Oceanica Geosciences Society (AOGS) and American Geophysical Union (AGU), Singapore (IWG16, p.286) (August, 2012).

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered lectures (as a Mentor) on Earth Sciences under Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research (INSPIRE) Internship programme sponsored by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, New Delhi organized by Jerusalem College of Engineering, Chennai on 28th Nov., and 01st Dec., 2012.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered lectures (as a Mentor) on Earth Sciences under Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research (INSPIRE) Internship programme sponsored by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, New Delhi organized by Selvam Arts and Sciences College, Namakkal on 08th and 09th Nov., 2012.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered a lecture on "Significance of Ostracoda in Environmental Studies" in the Environmental Sciences (interdisciplinary) Refresher course organized at Department of Geology, SGB Amravati University, Amravati, on 11th Oct., 2012.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered a lecture on "Micropaleontology and application of microfossils in Earth Sciences” for the P.G. students and research scholars of the Department of Geology, Alagappa Govt. Arts and Science College, Karaikudi, on 05th Oct., 2012.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered an invited lecture on "Ostracoda as a proxy and indicator of environmental conditions and tsunami deposits” in the Environmental Sciences Refresher course organized by Academic Staff College, at University of Madras, Chennai on 3rd Sep., 2012.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered an invited lecture on “Off-shore and onshore geological sampling techniques” in the UGC Research Methodology Course organized by the Department of Adult and Continuing Education, University of Madras, Chennai on 31- 03-2012.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered lectures (as a Mentor) on Earth Sciences under Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research (INSPIRE) Internship programme sponsored by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, New Delhi organized by Department of Civil Engineering, Jerusalem Engineering College, Chennai on 02-03-2012.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered lectures (as a Mentor) on Earth Sciences under Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research (INSPIRE) Internship programme sponsored by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, New Delhi organized by Department of Geology, University of Madras, Chennai during the DST- INSPIRE INTERNSHIP SCIENCE CAMPS – October 13- 17, 201, December 22- 26, 2011 and February 2- 6, 2012.

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Participated and delivered the lecture in the DST inspire camp On Earth Sceince and its Importance, held at DMI College, Palanchur, Chennai – 123 during May 3rd, 2012.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered a Lead talk on “Ostracods proxy environmental indicators: Case study from the Tamil Nadu Coast” on 23rd April, 2013 in the 8th International Congress on Climate Change, Territorial Classification & Socio Economic Crisis, held at Centre for Remote Sensing and Department of Economics, Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, India and chaired a Technical Session.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Delivered an invited talk on “Ostracods and coastal environments” in the National Seminar on Recent Perspectives on Lakes, Rivers adnd Coastal wetlands (LARCO-2013) held at Dept. of Earth Sciences, Annamalai University, Annamalai Nagar on 25th March, 2013 and chaired a Technical Session.

Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi Participted and presented the feedback at the DST Inspire Organizers meeting held at Dept of Ocean Studies and Marine Biology, Pondichery University, Brookshabad Campus, Port Blair, Andaman, 744112 during 10-12, April, 2013.

28. Student projects percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental projects – 100%

percentage of students doing projects in collaboration with other universities / industry / institute – 100%

29. Awards / recognitions received at the national and international level by Faculty – Received DST Young scientist Award under DST under SYS Scheme - Dr.M.Suresh Gandhi (2004 to 2008)

· Doctoral / post doctoral fellows - · Students - Name of Student Awards Courses Ms.P.Elakkiya DST-INSPIRE Fellowship Ph.D. Ms. Cory Lalbiakzuali Maulana Azad Memorial Fellowship M.Phil. Ms.A.Sonianathan Rajiv Gandhi Fellowship Ph.D. Mr. Ramghaiwamo Rajiv Gandhi Fellowship M.Sc Dr. David Lalmingliana Rajiv Gandhi Fellowship Ph.D. Mr.Madahavan TNSCST Student Project Award M.Sc., Mr. R.Saravanan Student Project Award, Tamil Nadu M.Sc., State Council for Science & Technology, Chennai

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30. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized and the source of funding (national / international) with details of outstanding participants, if any. (Details furnished in Appendix II)

31. Code of ethics for research followed by the departments - UGC regulations on minimum standard and procedure for the award of M.Phil/Ph.D. degree – 2009 are followed. Field Work Monthly Seminars Frequent Discussion with Supervisors Research objectives suited to the Society Scientific Relevance and output Recommendations to planners and state holders

32. Student profile programme-wise:

Name of the Programme Applications Selected Pass percentage M.Sc Geology received Male Female Male Female 2007-2008 26 4 6 100 2008-2009 20 7 0 100 2009-2010 50 3 7 100 2010-2011 28 13 5 100 2011-2012 54 14 6 100 2012-2013 100 6 7 100

Name of the Programme Applications Selected Pass percentage M.Phil. Geology received Male Female Male Female 2007-2008 7 2 3 100 2008-2009 5 3 1 100 2009-2010 10 3 4 100 2010-2011 6 2 0 100 2011-2012 10 3 4 100 2012-2013 16 11 5 100

Name of the Programme Applications Selected Pass percentage Ph.D. Geology received Male Female Male Female 2007-2008 1 1 0 100 2008-2009 5 4 1 100 2009-2010 12 9 3 100 2010-2011 8 5 3 100 2011-2012 2 1 1 100 2012-2013 19 16 3 100

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Name of the % of students % of students % of students % of students Programme from the same from other from from other M.Sc Geology university universities universities countries within the State outside the State 2007-2008 -- 70 30 -- 2008-2009 -- 85.72 14.28 -- 2009-2010 -- 40 60 -- 2010-2011 11.11 66.66 22.22 -- 2011-2012 -- 15 85 -- 2012-2013 7.14 7.14 85.71 --

Name of the % of students % of students % of students % of students Programme from the from other from universities from other M.Phil. Geology same universities outside the State countries university within the State 2007-2008 80 -- 20 -- 2008-2009 75 -- 25 -- 2009-2010 100 ------2010-2011 50 -- 50 -- 2011-2012 85.72 -- 14.28 -- 2012-2013 85.72 7.14 7.14 --

Name of the % of students % of students % of students % of students Programme from the from other from from other Ph.D. Geology same universities universities countries university within the State outside the State 2007-2008 100 ------2008-2009 100 ------2009-2010 58.33 41.66 -- -- 2010-2011 62.5 37.5 -- -- 2011-2012 100 ------2012-2013 63.15 21.05 15.80 --

34. How many students have cleared Civil Services and Defence Services examinations, NET, SET, GATE and other competitive examinations? Give details category-wise.

1. Rakhinath.R , II M.Sc. - CSIR-NET Qualified December 2011 2. S.Narayanan, M.Phil - CSIR-NET Qualified December 2011 3. C.Suresh Kumar, Ph.D - CSIR-NET Qualified December 2011 4. Sonia Nathan .A, Ph.D - CSIR-NET Qualified August 2012 5. Raj Kumar.A, Ph.D - CSIR-NET Qualified December 2012 6. P.Elakkiya, Ph.D - SLET Qualified 7. Selvasundaram, Ph.D - SLET Qualified

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology 35. Student progression

Student progression Percentage against enrolled UG to PG -- PG to M.Phil. 80% PG to Ph.D. 20% Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral -- Employed · Campus selection -- · Other than campus recruitment 100% Entrepreneurs

36. Diversity of staff Percentage of faculty who are graduates of the same university 60% from other universities within the State 40% from universities from other States -- from universities outside the country --

37. Number of faculty who were awarded M.Phil., Ph.D., D.Sc. and D.Litt. during the assessment period All the Faculty hold Ph.D. Degree

38. Present details of departmental infrastructural facilities with regard to a) Library - 1000 Books b) Internet facilities for staff and students - Yes – Provided by the University c) Total number of class rooms - 2 d) Class rooms with ICT facility - 1 Remote Sensing and GIS Lab e) Students’ laboratories -1 f) Research laboratories -1

39. List of doctoral, post-doctoral students and Research Associates : Ph.D: 48 a) from the host institution/university b) from other institutions/universities

40. Number of post graduate students getting financial assistance from the university. - Merit Scholarship, All Endowment Scholarships, SC-ST Scholarships, BC / MBC Scholarships

41. Was any need assessment exercise undertaken before the development of new programme(s)? If so, highlight the methodology. ------

42. Does the department obtain feedback from a. Faculty on curriculum as well as teaching-learning-evaluation? If yes, how does the department utilize the feedback? YES – updating of Syllabi to meet the demands of the Society & Industries

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology b. Students on staff, curriculum and teaching-learning-evaluation and how does the department utilize the feedback? YES – IQAC – University of Madras

c. Alumni and employers on the programmes offered and how does the department utilize the feedback? YES – Representation from Industries are members of the Board of studies in Geology

43. List the distinguished alumni of the department (maximum 10)

NAME DESIGNATION / ADDRESS Dr.J.Madhavaraju Professor, University of Mexico Dr.K.Selvaraj Professor, China Dr.J.Armstrong Altrin Sam Professor, University of Mexico Dr.M.P.Jonathan Professor, University of Mexico Dr.R.Nagarajan Professor, Curtin University, Malaysia DR.R.Kalyana Sundar United Kingdom Associate Professor, Geology Department, Dr.S.Srinivasalu Anna University, Chennai. Head, Department of Geology, Presidency College, Dr.R.Sivakumar Chennai Senior Scientific Officer, Central Arid Zone Dr.P.Raja Research Institute, Jodhpur, Rajasthan Dr.J.N.Rao Chief Geologist, ONGC, Chennai Dr.Seetharam Sethupathi INFOSYS, USA Head, Dept of Petroleum Engineering, Rajiv Dr.Stephen Pitchaimani Gandhi Engineering College, Chennai Ms. P.Nagasudha Superdent Geologist, ONGC, Chennai

44. Give details of student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) involving external experts.

Special lectures on various aspects of Geology Students Seminar / Workshops Ø PROF. VILADKIN, RUSSIAN ACADEMY OF SCIENCES, RUSSIA COLLABORATED WITH OUR FACULTY ON ALKALINE MAGMATISM, JULY 2008 AND JULY-AUG.2010

Ø DR.JONATHAN, UNIVERSITY OF MEXICO COLLABORATES WITH FACULTY ON MARINE POLLUTION STUDIES

Ø DR.S.SELVARAJ, XIAMAN UNIVERSITY, CHINA COLLABORATES WITH FACULTY ON MARINE GEOCHEMISTRY

Ø PROF. GERTA KELLER, PRINCETON UNIVERSITY, USA, WITH MICROPALEONTOLOGY MARCH 2012

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Ø DR.MADHAVARAJU, UNIVERSITY OF MEXICO, COLLABORATES WITH FACULTY ON K/T BOUNDARY, ISOTOPE STUDIES AND REE GEOCHEMISTRY OF SEDIMENTARY ROCKS

Ø PROF.SURENDRA P.VERMA, UNIVERSIDAD NACIONAL AUTONOMA, de MEXICO , (UNAM), MEXICO

Ø ONE DAY WORKSHOP ON “MANGROVES AND WETLAND ECOSYSTEMS” 22, MARCH, 2012.

Ø ONE DAY WORKSHOP ON COASTAL ENVIRONMENTS, 23RD MARCH,2010

Ø EARTH SCIENCE OLYMPIAD FOR CLASS X AND XI STUDENTS, JANUARY 22, 2012

Ø DST-INSPIRE FELLOWSHIP REVIEW MEETING, 2ND JULY, 2012.

Ø NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON NATURAL HAZARDS AND CLIMATE CHANGE ORGANIZED BY DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGY AND CNHDS, UNIVERSITY OF MADRAS, 11-13TH MARCH, 2010.

Ø DST INSPIRE PROGRAMME FOR XI CLASS STUDENTS OCT.2011

Ø DST INSPIRE PROGRAMME FOR XI CLASS STUDENTS DEC.2011

Ø DST INSPIRE PROGRAMME FOR XI CLASS STUDENTS FEB.2012

Ø DST INSPIRE PROGRAMME FOR XI CLASS STUDENTS AUG.2012

Ø DST INSPIRE PROGRAMME FOR XI CLASS STUDENTS OCT.2012

Ø DST INSPIRE PROGRAMME FOR XI CLASS STUDENTS DEC.2012

Ø DST INSPIRE PROGRAMME FOR XI CLASS STUDENTS FEB 2013

45. List the teaching methods adopted by the faculty for different programmes.

Teaching method adopted by the faculty 60% of teaching and 40 % of practical’s and participatory learning – innovative method sis followed. OHP, Video, CDs, Slide show, PowerPoint presentation, Group discussion, Skip, maps, Fieldwork, Field trip, Guest lectures, Seminar and on the spot study.

Whole syllabi are divided into different units. The topics covered under each unit are supplied to all the students along with the list of text books and reference books to be referred. The teaching plan includes delivering lecture and fruitful discussion on the taught topic. Over head projector and other teaching aids are extensively used for clear illustration. Lecture notes for specific topics were provided. Tests were conducted periodically.

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Questioning and explaining

Testing and questioning are always known to be effective methods due to its interactive nature.

Sometimes the experiences can also be shared as a part of knowledge that would work as a source of inspiration for the students.

Modeling

Modeling is a type of visual aid for teaching as well as learning. Preparing the Geological time scales, modeling of dinosaurs, crystallographic models help the students for better learning.

Assignments were given to both M.Sc. and M.Phil. students, valued and discussed individually

Demonstration

With the help of demonstrative teaching, students get an opportunity to explore the various aspects and understand the theory easily. Demonstration is a step by step explanation along with their reasons and significance for the better understanding of the students.

Collaboration

By creating teamwork, a contemporary form of collaboration. The students are taught to work in a group that makes the instructing easier for teaching. This method of teaching promotes a sense of mutual responsibility among the students.

Audio visual Teaching

Making presentation of the particular subject by documentary film, by LCD power point presentation, using computer, internet are also introduced in my teaching. Apart from this, students are exposed to educational trips, conferences, workshops, seminars. These new methods have increased the zeal and pace of learning and understanding much better than the book reading in geology.

Under the CBCS Programme, tests were conducted periodically and the answer papers were valued with more care and mistakes committed by the students were explained. If necessary, special coaching is given after class hours to improve their knowledge in the particular field. Assignments were given and were assessed and improvements suggested. The students are trained to undertake literature survey in library.

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46. How does the department ensure that programme objectives are constantly met and learning outcomes are monitored?

Learning outcomes are monitored.

Every month the departmental committee scrutinized all the research work carried through assessment.

Regularly conducting the examination other than the sessional tests. The dissertations submitted by M.Sc. and M.Phil. Students were evaluated

Curriculum is being updated periodically in accordance with the latest developments in the field. Syllabuses from various universities have also been taken into account while framing the same.

The teaching methods include lectures followed by discussions, assignments, tests, seminars, quiz and counseling.

Laboratory experiments were designed in accordance with the scientific developments published in standard text books, manuals and journals.

The evaluation methods include assignments, tests, seminars, quiz and group discussions.

Resource materials were prepared periodically with the aid of scientific publications, manuals and internet.

Special coaching classes were conducted to weak students after class hours.

Multiple choice questions in all related topics in Geology were collected and supplied to students for preparing UGC, CSIR, SLET, GRE and TOEFL examinations. In addition, all possible steps have been taken to improve the standard of the teaching as well as students.

Conducting seminars for students:

Assignments and seminars are conducted for all students.

External Experts monitor the works done by the students once in a month.

Examination results

Percentage of students going for higher education

Monitoring and guiding for Placement of students

Feedback from students

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology 47. Highlight the participation of students and faculty in extension activities.

Dr.S.M.Hussain delivered a popular geo-scientific lecture to the school students of B.V.M.GLOBAL at Perungudi to enlighten on the fossils and their significance in the Earth Science studies on 21-11-2012.

Dr.S.M.Hussain delivered a special lecture on “Origin of life and life through different geological periods” for the benefit of 8th, 9th and 10th standard school children organized by Nehru Children’s Cultural Association, Chennai. About 40 students attended the lecture and interacted on various topics of geological events and phenomenon.

Dr.S.M.Hussain served as "Executive Committee Member” to conduct the National Science Day Celebrations being organized by Dr.ALM Basic Sciences Centre, University of Madras, Chennai on 28th Feb., 2012.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Engaged in literacy drive in rural areas and neighbourhood. Participated in cleanliness education. Canvassed for small family adoption slum areas. Disseminated knowledge about scientific temper in rural communities through lectures and demonstations in schools.

The Department of Geology regularly organises Awareness programme on Earthquake and natural hazards for School and College students. Dr.S.M.Hussain as a part of UGC programme delivered the lecture on earth quake and natural hazards in the UGC lecture series.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Served as Additional External Chief Superintendent (Observer) of Institute of Distance Education of University of Madras at Don Bosco Degree College, Hyderabad Centre to monitor UG Degree May-2011 Examinations held from 20-05-2011 to 31-05-2011.

Dr.S.M.Hussain Served as Co-ordinator to conduct English quiz as part of UNIFEST’09 for the Guindy Campus, and actively taken part to successfully organize Centenary Celebrations of University Students Advisory Bureau (USAB), University of Madras for the period 2008-2009. The service rendered during UNIFEST is highly appreciated by Prof.V.D.Swaminathan, then the Director of USAB.

Serving as Co-ordinator for the soft skill courses for the P.G. students of the Guindy Campus, University of Madras for the Even Semester period from 2012- 2013onwards.

48. Give details of “beyond syllabus scholarly activities” of the department. Participation in inter- collegiate competition are encouraged I M.Sc & II M.Sc students participate in the cultural activities and as volunteers in the Inspire science camps.

49. State whether the programme/ department is accredited/ graded by other agencies? If yes, give details. ------

NAAC Reaccreditation - Evaluative Report School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department of Geology 50. Briefly highlight the contributions of the department in generating new knowledge, basic or applied. Updating of Syllabi Internship Programme with Government Organisations and Industries

51. Detail five major Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Challenges (SWOC) of the department. Strengths Generating Major Funds from the funding agencies like UGC, DST, DOD, MoEF by the faculty members Faculties frequently visit other countries for collaborative research. Organization of seminars, conferences, Science camps regularly by the faculty members. Department procured major scientific instruments like AAS, SEM, XRD, and Total stations with very good infrastructure facilities for students and research scholars. Students are encouraged to get a campus interview for their carrier development.

Weakness For field oriented studies Field Van is not available in the Geology department

Opportunities Every year Students take part in the industrial training Every year II M.Sc students undertake Geological Instructional tour as par of their curriculum. Campus Interview conducted every year Students gained by attending special lectures conducted by the Department. Department provides Microscopes and Internet facilities for all the students

Challenges To increase the pass percentage in competitive examinations like CSIR, UGC, etc., Generating more funds through research activities To publish the research Papers in Peer reviewed National / International journal

52. Future plans of the department. To upgrade the Department to the level of UGC-CAS To offer Consultancy services To plan for integrated course/ Certificate course/ Diploma course/PG Diploma Course To conduct exhibition on Geology Museums To strengthen the infrastructure of all the labs in the Department