Mahindra Auto Quotient 2012

Mahindra's Auto Quotient for the year 2012 Chennai city round was held in Hindustan University. IT was jointly organized by the Department of Automobile Engineering and the Department of Placement.

There were nearly 500 students with 250 teams from various colleges in and around Chennai participated. There were two rounds: written test and from that top six teams were selected for the final round on stage.
The event was inaugurated by Dr. A. Joseph Stanley, Director (Academics). Mr.Siddarath Patankar, the popular broadcast business journalist and news anchor, NDTV’s Car & Bike Show was the Quiz Master.

The city finals consisted of five rounds of questions and six teams had participated. Out of the six teams selected, PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore was placed first and Sri Sairam Engineering College won the second place. The next round will be the South Zone finals, which will take place in Mumbai in the month of November.

Mr. Ashok Verghese, Director presented memento to Mr.Siddarath Patankar; Dr.Illavazhagan Director (Research) presented memento to Mr.Madave Nane, Marketing Head M&M Mahindra. Dr.K.Sarukesi, Vice Chancellor presented memento to Mr.Anjan Mahindra official.

The Director presented the winner’s trophy to the PSG team and the Vice Chancellor Dr K.Sarukesi presented the runners up trophy to Sri Sairam team.

Prizes and gifts were distributed to the other four teams by the Director Mr. Ashok Verghese, the Vice-Chancellor Dr.K.Sarukesi, the Director (Research) Dr.Illavazhagan and the HOD (Auto) Dr.M.Subramianian.

Science Meet - 2012

The School of Applied Sciences organized the SCIENCE MEET on 15 October 2012 at 10 am in the

    

Dr. A. Joseph Stanley, Director Academic gave an insight about the importance of Physics and Chemistry for engineering students. The inaugural address was given by Dr. P. Sai Prasad, Deputy Director, Entrepreneurship Development and Institute, Chennai. The students were open to the various current environmental issues through his speech.

The valedictory address was given by Dr. T. S. Natarajan, Professor of Physics, IIT, Chennai in K. S. Moorthy Hall at 12.30pm. He spoke on "Learning Physics through Experiments". The students were inspired by the practical methodology applied by him. It was a thought provoking lecture. By handling many practical and day to day examples he made it as an interactive one.

As a part of the Science Meet 2012, Quiz Competition and Debate were conducted.

Fiesta 2012

The reverting beat of something new in the air, a hop in the walk, a curiosity to know and explore the world hit the crescendo for the freshers, as the formal ice-breaking ceremony of FIESTA 12 jingled through the ambience of the University. In queue was the talent of the future auroras waiting to be hoisted on the University platform.

The programme commenced with a word of prayer by the Student Chaplain, Rev. Joby Samuel, and an Invocation dance by Nithya & Saranya. The welcome address was given by the Vice Chancellor Dr. K. Sarukesi who asked the students to be goal-oriented, and wished them a joyful journey of four years.

The cultural extravaganza saw the Band Error 404 performing renowned covers and leaving the audience asking for more

Performance by Band “Error 404”

Raw Rhythm Creed (a group dance by girls) left the audience spell-bound by their integrated style of lyrical hip hop, rock and roll and the traditional folk.

Performance by “Raw Rhythm Creed”

The first batch of Fashion Design & Arts set the ramp on fire with their iconic paper designs fashioned and styled, keeping in mind the Japanese paper art Origami in mind

Designed by the “School of Fashion Design and Arts”

Mr. Ashok Verghese, Director Hindustan University, stated in his Presidential Address that youth can validate their time to mould and chisel their soul and mind. This is the most appropriate time, he said, to inculcate values, ethics, and a positive thought-process and create an environment for learning and to accumulate knowledge so as to gain an edge for competitiveness. He also stated that the fresher should be well-versed with their subject matter and aim for the best placements possible.

Presidential Address by Mr. Ashok Verghese, Director Hindustan University

The Chief Guest for the event, Mr. Thomas Verghese Simon, Vice-President and Global Head - Talent Engagement, Tata Consultancy Services, was impressed by the power show of talent where he felt he saw a blend of MTV & FTV. He stated that in today’s competitive world it is important to adapt or face the danger of being extinct. He emphasized the importance of 3R-Reform, Recoup & Rethink that will spin the wheel of change. Human values like compassion and humility are constant in this seasonal world and help us anchor the most difficult and terrific times. He concluded his remarks by encouraging the students to ask 3 questions before they hit the pillow so as to make their life meaningful and purposeful. Have I lived, loved and laughed?

Chief Guest, Mr. Thomas Verghese Simon, Vice-President and Global Head - Talent Engagement, Tata Consultancy Services

The vote of thanks was delivered by Dr. Joseph Stanley Director Academic.

3rd Annual Convocation 2012

Hindustan University organised its 3rd Annual Convocation on 06 October 2012 for conferring Post Graduate and Under Graduate degrees on successful graduating students of its Engineering, Technology and Management programmes held at MGR Hall, University campus.

The Annual Convocation started with the traditional academic procession at 2:30 PM, followed by the invocation.

The convocation was declared open by Dr. Mrs. Elizabeth Verghese, Chancellor, Hindustan University. The welcome address and report on Convocation 2012 was presented by the Vice-Chancellor, Dr. K. Sarukesi. A total of 1296 students had graduated in the academic year 2012 after having successfully passed the university examinations. Among the conferred degrees, 2 were Ph.D., 9 M.Phil. 450 PG and 773 UG across different disciplines.

Prof. K. V. Thomas, Honourable Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution (Independent Charge), Govt. of India presided over as the Chief Guest on the occasion. In his convocation address, he said the purpose of education is to transform the individuals and the society and he considered education as an instrument of change. He mentioned that universalisation of education is required and there should be a path towards inter-disciplinary knowledge and skills. Towards the end of his speech he recalled his association with Dr. K. C. G. Verghese and mentioned his vision and realisation of imparting the quality and the best education to all.

The Degrees of Doctorate of Letters (Honoris Causa) was conferred upon the Guests of Honour Mr. M. Narendra, Chairman and Managing Director, Indian Overseas Bank and Ms. Mallika Srinivasan, Chairperson and CEO, Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited [TAFE] in person. They were given away by Prof K. V. Thomas, Honourable Minister & Chief Guest and Dr. Mrs. Elizabeth Verghese.

In his acceptance speech, Dr. Narendra, Guest of Honour (Honoris Causa) expressed his pleasure of having received the award of Doctorate of Letters and dedicated the same to the contributions of whole family of Indian Overseas Bank. He reposed faith in the education imparted to the students at Hindustan University and said that all have high hopes pinned on them towards contributing to society and nation as a whole. He said the role of faculty is also equally significant as that of the institution in shaping and making them socially responsible.

In her acceptance speech, Dr. Mallika Srinivasan, Guest of Honour (Honoris Causa), with all gratitude expressed and dedicated her achievement to the service for the society (farming). She congratulated Hindustan University and the top management for having followed the foot-prints of late Founder & Chairman Dr. K.C.G Verghese in realising the vision statement towards betterment of many. In her message to the graduating students she urged them to have positive attitude towards goal orientation, maintain the core values, follow the principle of life, perseverance towards excellence which are key factors of success.
32 students from different disciplines of Post Graduate programmes and 17 students from Under Graduate programmes conferred upon with medals and certificates for distinction of securing ranks. Dr. A. J. Stanley, Director-Academics, Hindustan University gave away the medals and certificates. All the students were awarded the certificates by the respective Deans. In all a total of 870 students received the degree certificates in-person and 426 students will receive in-absentia.

Members at Convocation 2012. From left: Dr. K. Sarukesi, Vice-Chancellor, Hindustan University, Dr. M. Narendra, Chairman & Managing Director, Indian Overseas Bank & Guest of Honour (Honoris Causa), Mr. Ashok Verghese, Director, Hindustan University, Prof. K. V. Thomas, Honurable Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution (Independent Charge), Govt. of India and Chief Guest – Convocation 2012, Dr. Mrs. Elizabeth Verghese, Chancellor, Hindustan Univerity, Dr. Mallika Srinivasan, Chairperson and CEO, Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited [TAFE] and Guest of Honour (Honoris Causa), Dr. Aby Sam, Director, Hindustan Group of Institutions.

Convocation address by Prof. K. V. Thomas, Honourable Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution (Independent Charge), Govt. of India and Chief Guest.

Dr. M. Narendra, Chairman & Managing Director, Indian Overseas Bank & Guest of Honour and recipient of Doctorate of Letters (Honoris Causa) at 3rd Annual Convocation of Hindustan University.

Recipient of Doctorate of Letters (Honoris Causa) Dr. Mallika Srinivasan, Chairperson and CEO, Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited [TAFE].

School Of Architecture - Tree Walk

A group of 30 students from semester V went for tree walk at the Nageswara Rao Park, Mylapore on September 21, 2012. This was a joint venture with Nizhal, NGO, working on various greening activities around the city. The purpose of the walk is to educate people. Trees form a long term symbiotic relationships with their surroundings. Avenue trees are the biggest blessing for places like Chennai. Mrs Latha, a trustee at Nizhal who conducted the tree walk emphasized to learn about trees and its history. Trees! They give a little architectural tips and hints too! Wide at the base, Tapered to the top! And with buttresses!? Plant sensitively, think properly, GO GREEN!

Two day National Workshop on "Network Simulator-2"

Department of ECE

Two day National Workshop on “Network Simulator-2” 

Two day National Workshop on “Network Simulator-2” (Hands-on Training) was conducted by the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering during 27th & 28th September 2012 in the Networks lab. Faculty and Students from various Technical Institutions had registered and participated in the programme. Dr.A.B.Chandramohan, Visiting Professor and Educational Consultant, Anna University was the chief guest. The Head of the Department, Prof.Aby.K.Thomas welcomed the gathering. Dr. Devanathan, Dean-Electrical Sciences inaugurated the workshop. Ms.Vallikannu, Asst.Professor, ECE department briefed the program. First day Dr.A.B.Chandramohan, familiarized the participants with Hands-on experience of wired network protocols and their simulation. Second day he presented wireless communication network protocols and its simulation techniques. The workshop came to an end with the Valedictory function.

FORMULA SAE INTERNATIONAL, ITALY 2012

About Formula SAE:

Every year 100 teams are selected to design and build a prototype formula-style, open-wheel race car to compete against international engineering schools in SAE-sponsored design competition. The event scenario is a fictional manufacturing firm which has given task for the students to produce a race car as a potential production item, with a target market of the non-professional weekend autocross racer. The events in each competition are setup to determine not only the race car performance but also the manufacturability, cost, and sales potential.

THE CHALLENGE:

Students have to assume that a manufacturing firm has engaged them to produce a prototype car for evaluation. In addition to technical skills, students acquire management, marketing and people skills - so vital across all sectors of employment.

By encouraging teams to be innovative and to work on both the technical and business aspects of the project, Formula SAE gives students from around the world the ideal opportunity to learn new skills and showcase their talent.

Benefits:

The Formula SAE is a great learning experience. Students combine what they learn in the classroom with hands-on experience in design, manufacturing, and testing, and develop critical Interpersonal skills while working as a team. They learn project management, marketing, budgeting, communication, and other vital management skills. Students active in Formula SAE become better prepared for their professional careers as engineers. These valuable experiences would not be possible without the generosity of corporate and private sponsors.


Hindustan University FSAE TEAM:
Hindustan University is one among the 3 teams represented INDIA at Formula SAE Italy in September 2012. The team had worked on the car for more than a year to build a FSAE car that is competitive in the static events as well as the dynamic events. We had partnered with MRF Tyres, Motul Lubricants, Ricardo Software, NSK Bearings, Hindustan University Research Department and many more companies that extended their technical support and helped the students to develop a competitive car for 2012.

3rd Annual Convocation 2012

Hindustan University organised its 3rd Annual Convocation on 06 October 2012 for conferring Post Graduate and Under Graduate degrees on successful graduating students of its Engineering, Technology and Management programmes held at MGR Hall, University campus.

The Annual Convocation started with the traditional academic procession at 2:30 PM, followed by the invocation.
The convocation was declared open by Dr. Mrs. Elizabeth Verghese, Chancellor, Hindustan University. The welcome address and report on Convocation 2012 was presented by the Vice-Chancellor, Dr. K. Sarukesi. A total of 1296 students had graduated in the academic year 2012 after having successfully passed the university examinations. Among the conferred degrees, 2 were Ph.D., 9 M.Phil. 450 PG and 773 UG across different disciplines.

Prof. K. V. Thomas, Honourable Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution (Independent Charge), Govt. of India presided over as the Chief Guest on the occasion. In his convocation address, he said the purpose of education is to transform the individuals and the society and he considered education as an instrument of change. He mentioned that universalisation of education is required and there should be a path towards inter-disciplinary knowledge and skills. Towards the end of his speech he recalled his association with Dr. K. C. G. Verghese and mentioned his vision and realisation of imparting the quality and the best education to all.

The Degrees of Doctorate of Letters (Honoris Causa) was conferred upon the Guests of Honour Mr. M. Narendra, Chairman and Managing Director, Indian Overseas Bank and Ms. Mallika Srinivasan, Chairperson and CEO, Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited [TAFE] in person. They were given away by Prof K. V. Thomas, Honourable Minister & Chief Guest and Dr. Mrs. Elizabeth Verghese. 

In his acceptance speech, Dr. Narendra, Guest of Honour (Honoris Causa) expressed his pleasure of having received the award of Doctorate of Letters and dedicated the same to the contributions of whole family of Indian Overseas Bank. He reposed faith in the education imparted to the students at Hindustan University and said that all have high hopes pinned on them towards contributing to society and nation as a whole. He said the role of faculty is also equally significant as that of the institution in shaping and making them socially responsible.
In her acceptance speech, Dr. Mallika Srinivasan, Guest of Honour (Honoris Causa), with all gratitude expressed and dedicated her achievement to the service for the society (farming). She congratulated Hindustan University and the top management for having followed the foot-prints of late Founder & Chairman Dr. K.C.G Verghese in realising the vision statement towards betterment of many. In her message to the graduating students she urged them to have positive attitude towards goal orientation, maintain the core values, follow the principle of life, perseverance towards excellence which are key factors of success. 

32 students from different disciplines of Post Graduate programmes and 17 students from Under Graduate programmes conferred upon with medals and certificates for distinction of securing ranks. Dr. A. J. Stanley, Director-Academics, Hindustan University gave away the medals and certificates. All the students were awarded the certificates by the respective Deans. In all a total of 870 students received the degree certificates in-person and 426 students will receive in-absentia.

Members at Convocation 2012. From left: Dr. K. Sarukesi, Vice-Chancellor, Hindustan University, Dr. M. Narendra, Chairman & Managing Director, Indian Overseas Bank & Guest of Honour (Honoris Causa), Mr. Ashok Verghese, Director, Hindustan University, Prof. K. V. Thomas, Honurable Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution (Independent Charge), Govt. of India and Chief Guest – Convocation 2012, Dr. Mrs. Elizabeth Verghese, Chancellor, Hindustan Univerity, Dr. Mallika Srinivasan, Chairperson and CEO, Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited [TAFE] and Guest of Honour (Honoris Causa), Dr. Aby Sam, Director, Hindustan Group of Institutions.

  Convocation address by Prof. K. V. Thomas, Honourable Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution (Independent Charge), Govt. of India and Chief Guest.

Dr. M. Narendra, Chairman & Managing Director, Indian Overseas Bank & Guest of Honour and recipient of Doctorate of Letters (Honoris Causa) at 3rd Annual Convocation of Hindustan University.

Recipient of Doctorate of Letters (Honoris Causa) Dr. Mallika Srinivasan, Chairperson and CEO, Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited [TAFE].

Mahindra Auto Quotient 2012

Mahindra's Auto Quotient for the year 2012 Chennai city round was held in Hindustan University. IT was jointly organized by the Department of Automobile Engineering and the Department of Placement.

There were nearly 500 students with 250 teams from various colleges in and around Chennai participated. There were two rounds: written test and from that top six teams were selected for the final round on stage.

The event was inaugurated by Dr. A. Joseph Stanley, Director (Academics). Mr.Siddarath Patankar, the popular broadcast business journalist and news anchor, NDTV’s Car & Bike Show was the Quiz Master. 

The city finals consisted of five rounds of questions and six teams had participated. Out of the six teams selected, PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore was placed first and Sri Sairam Engineering College won the second place. The next round will be the South Zone finals, which will take place in Mumbai in the month of November. 

Mr. Ashok Verghese, Director presented memento to Mr.Siddarath Patankar; Dr.Illavazhagan Director (Research) presented memento to Mr.Madave Nane, Marketing Head M&M Mahindra. Dr.K.Sarukesi, Vice Chancellor presented memento to Mr.Anjan Mahindra official.

The Director presented the winner’s trophy to the PSG team and the Vice Chancellor Dr K.Sarukesi presented the runners up trophy to Sri Sairam team.

Prizes and gifts were distributed to the other four teams by the Director Mr. Ashok Verghese, the Vice-Chancellor Dr.K.Sarukesi, the Director (Research) Dr.Illavazhagan and the HOD (Auto) Dr.M.Subramianian.

Ponnonam 2012

Hindustan University celebrated ONAM - ‘PONNONAM 2012’ in all its pomp and glory on Saturday, 25th August 2012. The function was inaugurated by the famous music director and playback singer, Sri Sarath, in the presence of the Management, the Vice Chancellor, Directors, Deans, faculty members and the students of the University. The special guests of the function were the children of the New Life Vision Orphanage, Chennai.

ONAM, being an important festival for every Malayalee, this whole-day get-together was a joyous occasion for the sons and daughters coming from their homeland, Kerala. The festival banishes all the barriers of caste and religion and unites the people to live in unison and in prosperity. This year the students of Hindustan University brought to life their culture with their new ‘setu mundu’ and saries, and ‘mundu’ and shirt. It was a pleasure watching them flaunt their new apparel as they went about organizing the items.

The celebrations for the Onam festival commenced with the exquisite variety of ‘Athapookalam,’ the traditional floral carpet, designed in various corners of the college by the students from all batches. Various cultural programs like dance, songs, fashion show, skit, and the festive dance, ‘Thiruvathira’, were displayed on stage by the students and faculty members.

What brought immense happiness was the presence of our special guests of the function -- the children of the New Life Vision Orphanage, Chennai. Contributions for the children were made by the Management and the Chief Guest. The Management provided them with a special kit which included of number of items purchased as per their requirement and desire. As the kids went up the stage to collect the gifts, there was a thunderous applause by the audience which welled up tears in the eyes of many a beholder.

The program also included the most enjoyable and irresistible beats of the ‘Chendamelam’ bringing everyone into the festive mood. This 30-member group invited from Thrissur, the cultural capital of Kerala, enthralled the audience by leaps and bounds. It was an exciting experience to watch the girls in groups dancing graciously in tune to the ‘Chendamelam’ while the boys joined the rhythmic steps in their own boyish style.

A unique and unbelievable sight was the orphanage girls and boys dancing individually in their own places when the university students invited the little ones to join them in the group. Forgetting all differences in age, class and education, the mixed group danced enthusiastically, to which the ‘Chendamelam’ responded passionately. Seeing this, one of the foreign students said, “I will never forget this scene – Hindustan has made me understand that these kids of the orphanage are our own siblings.”

The function was followed by ‘Onam sadya,’ the traditional meal of Kerala served on the day of Onam with about twenty curries, ‘pappadam,’ ‘pazham’ and ‘payasam’ served for all. The kids of the orphanage participated in it with such relish that it was obvious from their expression that their joy was enhanced by the importance given to them by the institution.

The program was a tremendous success indeed. Thanks to the commitment, coordination and cooperation of the students for which they had been doing the spade work weeks ahead. Gratitude to the Management in general, for their invaluable support for the smooth conduction of the programme. As the function came to a close, there was the smile of satisfaction on every lip for bringing in a touch of Kerala in their hearts and a long lasting memory of happiness in their minds. “Thanks to Hindustan University for bringing our home to us at a time when we are far away from home,” said a Keralite.  

India’s 1st and World’s 14th Andro humanoid

SAM The Robot V0.0

India’s 1st and World’s 14th Andro humanoid

Shyam .R. Nair M. E. EIE Dept.

Creation of SAM the Andro Humanoid was a dream of Mr. Shyam. R. Nair of EIE department that come true for him. Fourteen months of dedicated and sincere work at the lab established in his residence, helped him to accomplish this project. The concept of inventing an Andro humanoid was embedded in his mind as a result of a particular incident that happened in North India 2 years ago. The incident shocked the nation and it exposed the lack of use of technology and the stark reality of the dangers engulfed around the soldiers of our soil. He recalls the incident wherein the soldiers were on a mission to encounter the terrorists who were in a hide-out. The Indian army battalion based on the information went on amission to ambush the terrorists, but unfortunately they lost their lives due to a bomb blast planted by the terrorists. Unfortunately this was a trap for the Indian army that shook the whole nation.

Mr. Shyam was depressed that our heroes shouldn’t have attained such a fate, when there is so much of advancement in technology such casualties and accidents shouldn’t occur in future. Thus this incident inspired him to do something for the nation to help our soldiers who guard the nation against the terrorists. It pepped up his innate talents and encouraged him to think out of the box to use his technical knowledge and contribute for the nation to save our soldiers.

He started developing the protocol which integrates computational intelligence with human intelligence and named it as “Cascaded Computational Intelligence”. At the initial stages he created a humanoid and then developed a robot model for executing the protocol and finally decided to create the Andro humanoid.

Once he finished the work of andro humanoid, he then decided to publish it in paper. He ended up with 10 international publications of which 6 are journals and 4 are conference papers.

Thereafter he came to know from various reliable sources that his Andro humanoid was the first of its kind in India and 14th in the world.

Features of SAM:
SAM V0.0 is an Andro Humanoid with 32 DOF (Degrees Of Freedom).
He can move in a plain surface using wheels.
He can be controlled by voice commands.
He has unbounded wireless control that make him controlled by me round the world. For example, if SAM is in America and I am at Chennai, I can control him by my voice commands through internet.
He can be used as an Astronaut, in Defense, emergency rescue operation etc in future.

HITS Dept. of Research on Seminars (July through August)

20.07.12  
Topic: Difference in Research Culture in India and U.K


The Department of Research, Hindustan University, organized a Seminar on “Difference in Research Culture in India and U.K” on 20.07.2012 (Friday) 9.30 A.M at K.S.Moorthy Seminar Hall. The seminar was attended by research scholars, Deans, HODs and Research supervisors. Dr.D.G.Roychowdhury, Dean (Research) welcomed the participants. The Inaugural Address was given by by Dr.G.  Ilavazhagan, Director Research (Funded and Sponsored). He spoke on the need for research and the varied fields where research can be carried out. He later introduced the guest speaker of the day Dr.P.Shanmugam, Principal Scientist, Central Leather Research Institute (CLRI), Adyar. Dr.Shanmugam delivered an enlightening speech on the research culture existing in India and focused on areas for improvement. He also emphasized the planning and execution of a smart PhD. After the presentation there was an interactive session wherein the participants clarified their queries. The seminar ended with the vote of thanks by Dr.A.Anitha, Research Coordinator, and HITS.

03.08.2012
Topic: Occupational Safety and Health in Research Labs and Shop Floors

The Department of Research, Hindustan University, organized a Seminar on “Occupational Safety and Health in Research Labs and Shop Floors” on 03.08.2012 (Friday) 9.30A.M at K.S.Moorthy Seminar Hall. The Inaugural Address and Introduction of Guest Speaker, Dr.M.Surianarayanan, Cell for Industrial Safety and Risk Analysis, CLRI was given by Dr.G. Ilavazhagan, Director Research (Funded and Sponsored), HITS. Dr.M.Surianarayanans presentation focused on the importance and safety measures that one has to follow while doing experiments. He also supported his views by slideshows of real life accidents. Queries raised by the participants were clarified by the speaker. At the end Dr.D.G. Roy Chowdhury, Dean Research concluded the seminar with vote of thanks.

10.08.2012
Topic: How to be an effective researcher

The Department of Research, Hindustan University, organized a Seminar on “How to be an effective researcher” on 10.08.201 (Friday) 9.30 A.M at K.S.Moorthy Seminar Hall. Inaugural Address was given by Dr.G. Ilavazhagan, Director Research (Funded and Sponsored), HITS. He later introduced the Guest Speaker Dr.R.R.Krishnamurthy, Professor, Department of Applied Geology, and University of Madras. Dr.Krishnamurthy emphasized the need for developing skills and confidence in communication, time management, planning, problem solving, leadership and assertiveness. The seminar ended with vote of thanks by Dr.P.Raghavan, Research Co-coordinator, and HITS. 

Shrishti'12 Symposium - Dep.t of Civil Engg.

Invocation  

A National Level Technical Symposium SHRISHTI 12 was organized by the department of Civil Engineering on 18th August 2012. Dr.V.SUBBIAH Dean (P.G. Studies) welcomed the gathering. Er.R.Radhakrishnan. Secretary General, ICI, Chennai was the Chief Guest. Dr.S.V.Srinivasan Scientist, Department of Environmental technology, CLRI, Chennai was the Guest of honour. The traditional Lamp was lighted by the dignitaries. Dr.K.Sarukesi (Vice Chancellor) addressed the gathering with his valuable speech. The chief guest delivered a thought provoking speech about the modern trends in Civil Engineering. The guest of honour delivered a wonderful speech about the present Environmental techniques in Civil Engineering. Around 100 students from various colleges enthusiastically participated in the symposium.

Dr.V.SUBBIAH Dean (P.G. Studies) welcoming the gathering

After the Inaugural ceremony the first session of the technical symposium started with paper presentation by the students of various colleges. There were two parallel technical sessions. One session had 7 papers related to Structural Engineering and the other session had 4 papers related to Environmental, Transportation and Water Resources Engineering. Other events such as Modeling were held simultaneously. There was active participation from the students of various colleges for all the events. The first session of the symposium ended with the lunch break.

Lightning of Kuthuvilakku by the Vice-Chancellor The second session started with Technical Quiz, Cadd Quest and Fun Games like Adatune, Treasure Hunt, Think different and fear factor. Prizes were distributed by Dr.P.S.Jonna(Professor) for the winners. Mrs.S.Durgadevagi (Staff-coordinator) delivered the vote of thanks.

Address by the Chief Guest Er.R.Radhakrishnan. Secretary General, ICI, Chennai  

Address by the Guest of Honor Dr.S.V.Srinivasan Scientist, Department of Environmental technology, CLRI, Chennai

Participation of students from various colleges