Vishwakarma university

Theme: Indigenous technologies for Viksit Bharat 

Institute Theme: Science for Sustainable future

Introduction:  

National Science Day, celebrated annually on February 28th in India,  commemorates the discovery of the Raman effect by physicist Sir C.V.  Raman in 1928. This event serves to promote scientific awareness  and innovation through lectures, exhibitions, competitions, and  demonstrations. It brings together scientists, researchers, educators,  and the public to celebrate science, discuss recent advancements,  and inspire future generations in the pursuit of scientific knowledge  and discovery.

Event Overview 

The National Science Day event was held on 28-2-2024 at  Vishwakarma university. The event featured a diverse range of  activities aimed at celebrating scientific achievements and fostering  innovation among participants. 

Inauguration Ceremony (Building Number 1, 10:30 AM): 

The event commenced with an inauguration ceremony in Building  Number 1 at 10:30 AM. Eminent guests were felicitated, followed by  a guest lecture highlighting the significance of scientific research and  innovation. 

Poster Presentations (11:15 AM): 

At 11:15 AM, each class representative presented posters showcasing  their research projects and findings.  

Prompt Engineering Competition "AI Canvas" (Lab, 11:15 AM - 1:00  PM): 

A prompt engineering competition named "AI Canvas" took place in  the lab. Students competed to develop innovative AI solutions to  real-world problems, demonstrating their technical skills and  creativity.

Project Exhibitions (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM): 

Following the poster presentations and engineering competition,  students showcased their ongoing projects on real-world applications 

Fun Games and Robotic Games (2:15 PM - 4:00 PM): 

Participants engaged in fun games and robotic competitions from  2:15 PM to 4:00 PM.  

Prize Distributions (Valedictorian Session, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM): 

The event concluded with a valedictorian session from 4:00 PM to  5:00 PM, during which prizes were distributed to the winners.

Inauguration Event: 

The inauguration event commenced with an address by Dean Nitin Satpute,  who shared insightful words on the significance of the National Science Day  event. 

Following Dean Satpute's remarks, attributes of the event were shared with the  students, highlighting the key objectives and activities planned for the day. 

The ceremony proceeded with the felicitation of the esteemed chief guest by  Vice President Sir, acknowledging their valuable presence and contribution to  the event. 

The chief guest then delivered a captivating guest lecture, focusing on the  challenges encountered in research and the innovative solutions devised to  overcome them. 

Vice President Sir concluded the inauguration event by sharing inspiring words  on the importance of National Science Day, emphasizing its role in fostering  scientific curiosity and innovation among students and society at large.

Theme and Objective:  

National Science Day Theme: "Indigenous Technologies for a  Developed India" 

Objective: This theme underscores the pivotal role of indigenous  technologies in shaping a Developed India ("Viksit Bharat"). It aims to  promote self-reliance by advocating for the utilization of locally  developed solutions across various sectors. Furthermore, the theme  seeks to foster innovation and preserve traditional knowledge  systems, aligning with the goal of addressing societal challenges. By  empowering local communities and leveraging homegrown  innovations, the objective is to drive sustainable development and  propel India towards a prosperous future.

About the Chief Guest 

Dr. Suraj Abdan 

(Head of research and  

development  

at Kirloskar pneumatics)

Activities

Poster presentation: 

Class representatives presented posters on coding practices like  memory allocation, saddle points, and magic squares. 

Each class was assigned a specific coding practice theme. 

Students showcased their project posters, illustrating real-world  applications of coding principles. 

The session offered insights into diverse coding techniques and their  practical implementations. 

Attendees gained knowledge about various coding practices and their  significance. 

Discussions around the posters promoted learning and exchange of  ideas among participants.

Project Demonstrations: 

Students enthusiastically presented their ongoing projects, offering  insightful glimpses into their innovative endeavors. 

These projects served as practical manifestations of scientific  theories and technological innovations, showcasing their real-world  applicability. 

Presenters engaged attendees with captivating demonstrations,  providing in-depth explanations of project objectives, methodologies,  and outcomes, fostering lively discussions and knowledge exchange.

Fun games and Robotics fun games 

Hydraulic Maze Game: 

A highlight of the fun games was the Hydraulic Maze, offering an interactive  and challenging experience. 

Robotic Arm: 

Participants engaged in challenges involving a robotic arm, testing their  precision and control. 

Tasks may have included picking up objects, assembling components, or  navigating obstacles. 

Robotic RC Car: 

The Robotic RC Car segment offered participants the opportunity to showcase  their skills in remote-controlled vehicle operation. 

Participants competed in races, obstacle courses using robotic RC car.

Prize distribution:  

The Valedictorian Event marked the culmination of National Science  Day. 

Winners of the best posters and prompt engineering competitions  were honored. 

Respected faculty members from the Department of Science and  Technology presided over the prize distribution ceremony. 

Winners received recognition for their outstanding contributions and  achievements. 

The event inspired participants to continue their pursuit of excellence  in scientific endeavors.

Conclusion: 

In conclusion, the success of the National Science Day event owes much to the  dedication and tireless efforts of our volunteers, faculty members, and student  coordinators. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to each and every  individual who contributed their time, expertise, and enthusiasm to make this  event a resounding success. 

We are also immensely grateful to our esteemed chief guest and dignitaries for  gracing us with their presence and sharing their insights with us. Their  presence added immense value to our event, inspiring all participants and  enriching our discussions on the importance of science and technology in  shaping our society. 

As we reflect on the enlightening discussions, engaging activities, and  memorable moments of this National Science Day celebration, let us carry  forward the spirit of curiosity, innovation, and collaboration that it embodies.  Thank you once again to everyone who contributed to the success of this  event.

Date: 15/12/2023

Venue: VU Building No.2

National Mathematics Day is celebrated on 22nd December every year all over India to mark the birth anniversary of legendary mathematician, Srinivasa Ramanujan. The Department of Engineering Sciences under the Faculty of Science and Technology had organized National Mathematics Day on Friday, 15th Dec 2023 to pay tribute to Ramanujan and his work. The event was planned for the F.Y.B.Tech. students of our University and the specific date was chosen being it the last day of instructions as per the academic calendar. The theme for the event was “Mathematics for Everyone”. We had invited the students from other institutions under BRACT as well for the event.

As a part of the celebration, we conducted the following activities.

1. Online guest lecture by Dr. Neeta Shinde, Head Department of Mathematics, COEP Technological University, Pune. Topic: Applications of Engineering Mathematics
2. Online guest lecture by Dr. Trupti Rathi, International Logical Games- Brain booster trainer, Mind Stuff (for all ages). Topic: Importance of logic in life
3. Poster making competition
4. 3D mathematical model making competition
5. Sudoku competition
6. Fun activities open to all, like Rubik cube solving, Logical games, etc.   

We intended to involve all the students/faculties in the event through these activities in alignment to our theme-`Mathematics for Everyone’. We feel that these activities boosted interest in Mathematics and also the celebration proved to be a stress buster for the students at the end of a hectic semester and made them afresh to face the following end semester examinations. 

Participation of all F.Y.B.Tech. students of our University was kept mandatory as the students were graded for their third project based CIE as per the participation and performance in the celebration of National Mathematics Day. It was mandatory for them to participate in poster/model making competition, Sudoku competition and attend the online guest lectures from their respective classrooms. All the students participated enthusiastically in the event. One student from T.Y.B.Sc. also participated in the Sudoku competition. More than 400 students participated in the celebration.

We gave medals and e-certificates to the winners of poster making completion, Sudoku solving competition. We also gave consolation prizes to the students in the poster making competition and a token of appreciation to the single group in the 3D model making competition. The posters and model were evaluated by external evaluators from reputed institutes. The Prize distribution was done at the hands of Honorable Vice-president Dr. W. N. Gade, Dean Dr. Nitin Satpute and Associate Dean Prof. Sanjesh Pawale.

Mathematics being an important subject in all sciences and especially in engineering, we think that these activities will prove to be beneficial for the students and will help to remove the fear of mathematics from their minds. 

We got valuable guidance from our Dean, Associate Dean, Head of the Department and enormous support from all the faculty colleagues in conducting the program. Student volunteers proved to be a strong pillar in the whole event, right from decoration, displaying posters, conduction of the inauguration and valedictory programs, Sudoku competition and lending support in technical issues as well.

Overall, we feel the event was successful and at the end all the stakeholders were satisfied.

Enclosures:

1. Feedback form Link: https://forms.gle/JdMzLwo6hzMhb8ym9

2. Link of geotagged photographs: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Jh6-MfJ2yH_8HjRlPl7nzxZlbHdnrfxu?usp=drive_link

3. Link of recordings of online inauguration and guest sessions: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1gLDfH298IgewjjioOyw1yj6MLxx1dOfE?usp=drive_link

The mentioned session was organized by Placement & Career Progression Office, VU in association with faculty of science & technology on Monday, 18th march 2024. The guest of honour was Mr. Amey Karmarkar working in Jash Data Sciences on the designation Data Engineer III. The session was conducted by students of FYMSc CS and attended by all students of Computer Science Department. The session provided invaluable insights into the dynamic and rapidly evolving landscape of these fields. Amey sir shared their experiences and outlined the diverse career paths available, emphasizing the growing demand for skilled data scientists and engineers. Attendees were introduced to key skills and competencies needed for success, including proficiency in programming languages, data analysis, and machine learning techniques. The session also highlighted the importance of continuous learning and staying updated with the latest technological advancements to thrive in this competitive sector.

Date: 20thSeptember 2022

Time: 02:30 PM to 03:30 PM

Class: SYBSc, TYBSc, SYMSc

Venue: Zoom Meeting

On 20thSeptember 2022, The Department of Computer Science had organized a Parent Teacher Meeting Online using Zoom platform. PTM was arranged for the parents of mentioned classes of Computer science department. The aim of the meeting was to bridge the gap between parents and teachers that will ultimately help in enhancing the performance of students. 

Meeting started with welcome speech given by Dr. Madhuri Pant, followed by the address from Head of the Department Dr. Pooja Kulkarni to the parents. She also gave the presentation on various academics and extracurricular activities. She briefly described the university pattern and syllabus. She also introduced all the teaching staff to the Parents. CIE 1 marks of 3 classes were displayed to parents by the respective class teachers. For SYBSc Comp Sci - Dr. Sonali Powar, TYBSc Comp Sci - Ms. Shriprada Chaturbhuj, SYMSc Comp Sci - Dr. Pooja Kulkarni have shown the marks. After the completion of presentation, question answer session was held with the parents. All the parents interacted with the staff members regarding the internal paper marks, class test performance and attendance of the students. The University Song was played. Vote of thanks was given by Ms. Ishita Dixit. Total 55 parents attended the meeting.

Parents individually interacted with the subject in charges regarding the attendance and performance of their ward. At the end of the session, feedback was taken regarding suggestions from the parents.

Date: 16 April 2024

Venue: Auditorium, Main Building, Vishwakarma University, Department of Computer Engineering and Artificial Intelligence

Attendees: TY Computer Engineering and Artificial Intelligence Students

Introduction:

On April 16, 2024, Vishwakarma University's Department of Computer Engineering and Artificial Intelligence held a guest session for Third Year students on the benefits and logistics of studying abroad, particularly in Computer Science and AI/Data Science. The event, coordinated by Professor Swati Shriyal, featured a keynote by Mr. Rohit Runwal, founder of Mad Learning. Held in the university's auditorium, the session began with introductions from Dr. Sandip Thite and Dr. Pratibha Mahajan, heads of the Computer Engineering and AI departments respectively, emphasizing the academic and professional growth that international education offers.

Mr. Runwal discussed the diverse advantages of studying abroad, including exposure to different cultures, access to top-tier research facilities, enhanced language skills, and valuable networking opportunities. He also outlined the key challenges such as navigating visa processes, financial planning, adapting to new academic and cultural environments, and managing emotional wellbeing. The session highlighted popular destinations and universities in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, and Germany, known for their programs in machine learning, data science, cybersecurity, and robotics.

Real-life experiences and testimonials from alumni who have studied abroad were shared, giving insights into the personal and professional benefits and challenges encountered. The session was interactive, featuring discussions, a Q&A segment, and sharing of resources like study guides and scholarship information, which helped address students' concerns and aspirations regarding international education.

Overall, the session was informative and inspiring, encouraging students to consider pursuing their higher education abroad to enhance their career prospects in the rapidly evolving tech industry. The comprehensive presentation by Mr. Runwal, combined with active participation from students, made the event a success, motivating them to explore global education opportunities.

Key Highlights:

Benefits of Studying Abroad:

Exposure to diverse cultures and global perspectives.

Access to cutting-edge research facilities and expert faculty.

Enhancing language proficiency and communication skills.

Networking opportunities with international peers and professionals.

Explore the differences between B.Arch and B.Planning programs after 12th. Understand program focus, career opportunities, course durations, and how to choose the best path for your future in architecture or urban planning.

Applications are invited from all the eligible candidates for Ph.D. programme for AY 2026 –27. Candidates should check the research interests/domains of available supervisors before applying for admission. The admissions shall be made based on Vishwakarma University Ph.D. Entrance Test (VUPET) Examination followed by Interview.
Eligibility Criteria 
The following are eligible to seek admission to the Ph.D. programme:

(1) Candidates who have completed:

A 1-year/2-semester master's degree programme after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme or a 2-year/4-semester master’s degree programme after a 3-year bachelor’s degree programme or qualifications declared equivalent to the master’s degree, with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed. or equivalent qualification from a foreign educational institution accredited by an assessment and accreditation agency which is approved, recognized or authorized by an authority,established or incorporated under a law in its home country or any other statutory authority in that country to assess, accredit or assure quality and standards of the educational institution.
A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade is allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS).

Provided that a candidate seeking admission after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme should have a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade on a point scale wherever the grading system is followed. A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS).

(2) Candidates who have completed the M.Phil.

programme with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed or equivalent qualification from a foreign educational institution accredited by an assessment and accreditation agency which is approved, recognized or authorized by an authority,established or incorporated under a law in its home country or any other statutory authority in
that country to assess, accredit or assure quality and standards of educational institutions, will be eligible for admission to the Ph.D. programme. A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent
grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently- Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS).

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Steps to apply for Ph.D. Admission

• Candidates should check the eligibility mentioned above before applying for Ph.D.admission.
•  Fill up the application form by clicking the link below. 

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• Pay Ph.D. admission form fee Rs. 1200/- (Rs. 1000/- for reserve category candidates).
•  Download and Print the submitted application form for your reference. Do not send us form and documents via courier or email.

Note: Applicants qualifying Master's Degree in 2026 can apply for Ph.D. admission. Applicants need to submit the Master's Degree result on or before July 30, 2026, in person or through the confidential document. Applicants needs to fulfil the eligibility criteria mentioned above at the time of Ph.D admission.

*Please Note:

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