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Criterion – I
CURRICULAR ASPECTS
Curriculum design and development
1.101 Curriculum design is aligned with the Institu tional goals and objectives
All the academic programmes have been designed on the campus so as to
accommodate the Institutional goals. In this regard, Value Added Courses and
Certificate Courses were introduced in addition to the University curriculum. These
value added courses were framed with great care by the Curriculum Development
cell (CDC) of our College. In this context, mention must be made about the two
innovative University Certificate Courses, ‘Certificate Course in Industrial Safety’ and
‘Certificate Course in Matches and Fireworks’, designed by the CDC to meet the
requirements of the rural community in and around Sivakasi.
The college research committee monitors the research activities on the campus to
ensure that the needs of industries in and around Sivakasi are duly met in
accordance with our institutional goals.
1.103 Curriculum design is suitable for meeting the overall development of the students
The Institution offers
• Interdisciplinary courses – B.Sc. and M.Sc. (Biotechnology)
and M.Sc. (Pharmaceutical Chemistry)
• A Job oriented degree course – B.Sc. Hotel Management and
Catering Science
• Computer courses – B.C.A., B.Sc.(I.T), B.Com.(C.A),
B.Sc. and M.Sc. (Comp. Science)
To meet the local industrial needs, we offer
• The Certificate Course in Industrial Safety
• The Certificate Course in Matches and Fireworks
To make the learners become job creators, we offer
• Value Added Courses
To mould them to good citizens and good leaders, we offer
• Value education, environmental based education and Certificate and Diploma
courses in Gandhian Thought
1.105 Developing global competencies is evident in the curriculum design
The highest priority is given to accommodate the changing global trends in the
curriculum in the following ways:
• By providing computer literacy to all non-computer major students
• By offering innovative programmes on global thrust areas like
a) B.Sc., M.Sc. and M.Phil. Courses in Biotechnology
b) Pharmaceutical Chemistry at the post -graduate level
c) B.Com. with Computer Applications
• By offering subjects on thrust areas like ‘Information Technology’ and ‘E-
Commerce’
• By taking up research projects keeping in mind the global trends
• By introducing a course ‘English for Competitive Examinations’ for all first year
postgraduate students
• By honing the communication skills of students through the Language Lab and
making them employable
• By offering Certificate Courses on Computer Applications, Communicative and
Functional English, Matches and Fireworks, Industrial Safety, Advertising, Sales
Promotion & Sales Management and Gandhian Thought so as to develop the
global competencies of students on the campus and help them face the outside
world
To equip the students to meet the global demands the College provides
• Computer training to all students
• Free internet facility to post graduate students, research scholars and
staff. The students use the internet for browsing / E-mail.
• Using CDs for computer aided teaching
• E-assignments
• Helping the students to create E-mail ID
1.106 Curriculum has aspects on value based educati on The Institution promotes value based education in the following ways:
• Offering choice based Value Added Courses apart from the regular
curriculum.
• Imparting personal, social and religious values by floating a Certificate course
on Value Education
• Promoting values through a Certificate course on Gandhian Thought
• Enrolling students for the examination in ‘The Ideals of Swami
Vivekananda and Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa’ organised by the
Vivekananda Kendra, Kanyakumari
• Motivating students to appear for the Examination in ‘Gandhian Thought’
conducted by The Valliammal Institution, Gandhi Museum, Madurai
1.109 Faculty takes initiative (formally / informal ly) in curriculum development process
Though the curriculum prescribed by the University is followed for all courses, the
College plays a significant role in the curriculum development process in the
following ways:
• By representing in the Academic Council of the Madurai Kamaraj University,
Madurai
S.No. Name of the Staff Name of the University Peri od
1. Dr.P.Theriappan Madurai Kamaraj University 2006 to 2009
• By serving as members of the Boards of Studies in Madurai Kamaraj
University, Madurai
S. No. Name of the Staff Subject Period
1 Dr.P.Theriappan Biotechnology
(U.G. & P.G.)
2007-2010
2 Dr.V.Pandidurai Biotechnology
(M.Phil.)
2007-2008
• By acting as members of the Boards of Studies in autonomous colleges
S.No. Name of the Staff Subject Name of the college Perio d
1. Mrs.N.Nalayini Commerce S.F.R. College, Sivakasi 2005-2008
• By framing the curriculum for the following University offered Certificate Courses
i) The Certificate Course in ‘Industrial Safety’ and
ii) The Certificate Course in ‘Matches and Fireworks’
• By designing three additional Value Added Certificate Courses (VAC) through the
Curriculum Development Cell (CDC) of the College to meet the requirements of
the learners and to modify the existing curricula for Value added courses
based on the feedback obtained from students, course teachers and alumni
• By getting the feedback from the students and our staff on the existing curriculum
prescribed by the University and sending the feed back to the parent university
for necessary follow-up action
1.2 Academic flexibility 1.201 Institution offers a number of program option s leading to different degrees, diplomas and Certifica tes ( UG / PG / Diploma Certificate)
• The Institution is offering twelve under-graduate programmes, six post-
graduate programmes and two M.Phil. programmes.
• This year, the following courses are introduced
1. Certificate Course in Journalism
2. Diploma Course in Gandhian Thought
1.202 The curriculum offers a number of elective op tions
The scope for elective options in the regular programmes is limited. However, the
elective option is introduced in value added courses (VAC).
1.204 Options are available for students to take ad ditional / supplementary / enrichment courses along with their regular curricula (Eg. UG degree + a certificate P G degree + diploma)
Students are permitted to do courses like PGDCA and DCA through distance mode
of education of Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai.
• Programme for ICWAI qualifying examinations in association with Madurai
Chapter of Cost Accountants
• Programmes like Tally, Cell phone servicing, .Net etc.
The table showing the number of students benefited during 2007-08
S.No. Enrichment courses No. of students benefited
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Diploma in Computer Applications
Diploma Course in Gandhian Thought Certificate
Course in Matches & Fireworks
Certificate course in Safety methods to be
followed in Fireworks
Certificate course in Salesmanship
Certificate Course in Communicative and
Functional English
Certificate Course in Gandhian Thought
Certificate Course in Journalism
ICWAI
Tally
66
13
22
8
67
94
61
47
4
23
11.
12.
Cell phone servicing
.Net
49
16
1.205 Number of Value added courses offered ( Eg. A course on entrepreneurship, personality development etc.
The college offers as many as twenty Value Added and Job Orientated Certificate
Courses to all second year and third year under- graduate students giving them a
wide range of choice to select according to their interest and aptitude. The duration
of a certificate course is one semester (60 contact hours). A student of Sri Kaliswari
College leaves the Institution with at least four Certificate Courses in addition to
his/her degree at the time of the completion of the course.
The following were the twenty Value Added Courses offered by the college:
1. Basic Catering Management
2. Biotechnology for Beginners
3. Chemistry in day-to-day life
4. Communicative English
5. Computer Fundamentals
6. Creative Literature (Tamil)
7. Drugs and Diseases
8. Electricity and Electrical Appliances
9. Entrepreneurship
10. Hindi
11. Journalism (Tamil)
12. Karate
13. Office Automation
14. Maths Coaching for MCA entrance examination
15. Mushroom culture & Vermi-composting
16. Personality Development
17. Retailing
18. Tourism
19. Value Education
20. Yoga and Meditation (Boys)
1.207 choice- based credit system and semester syst em initiated in the Institution
Semester system is followed in eleven under-graduate programmes, six post-
graduate programmes and two M.Phil. programmes.
1.3 Feedback on curriculum 1.301 Feedback from students
At the end of academic year, feedback on the existing curriculum was obtained from
the outgoing students by administering a questionnaire.
1.302 Feedback from alumni
In the alumni meeting, feedback Proforma was circulated, and their opinion on the
curriculum which they had undergone was collected.
1.303 Feedback from parents
The feedback from parents was obtained at the time of Parent – Teacher
Association Meetings.
1.304 Feedback from employers
Employer’s feedback was available through informal sources at the time of Industrial
visit, campus interviews and personal contact.
1.4 Curriculum update
1.401 Frequency of curriculum revision
The University revised the syllabi once in three years for all courses. The last
revision of syllabi was made for those who joined in June, 2006.
1.402 National and International curriculum modules are referred for curriculum update
The last revision of syllabi was need -based and as per UGC guidelines.
1.403 Curriculum has emerging thrust areas includin g interdisciplinary areas
The Institution offers the following interdisciplinary courses as they provide rich
potentiality for research activities and job opportunities.
S.No. Name of the Course nature
1. B.Com. with Computer Applications Interdisciplinary
2. B.Sc. Biotechnology Thrust area
3. M.Sc. Biotechnology Thrust area
4. M.Sc. Pharmaceutical Chemistry Interdisciplinary
5. M.Phil. Biotechnology Thrust area
1.404 Faculty takes initiative in the curriculum re vision, based on feedback from stakeholders
The feedbacks obtained from various sources were transmitted to the University for
necessary follow-up action.
1.5 Best practices in curricular aspects
Best practices in curricular design and development / academic flexibility / feedback on curriculum / curricular update / or any other quality initiative the Institution practices
• The choice based Value added courses designed by our college curriculum
development cell are offered to all UG students to supplement the University
prescribed syllabus.
• The two certificate courses
1. The Certificate Course in Industrial Safety and
2. The Certificate Course in Matches and Fireworks
are offered by the College to satisfy the needs of local industries.
• The overall development of all learners is taken care of by providing value added
courses and value education
• The feedbacks obtained from students, parents, alumni and employers were
consolidated and representations were made in the proper forum for further
action.
• To increase the employability of our rural based students additional certificate
and diploma courses are offered.
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Criterion – II
TEACHING – LEARNING AND EVALUATION
2.1 Admission process and student profile 2.101 Wide publicity and transparency in the admiss ion process
The admission process is highly transparent and made in consonance with the state
policy. The students were selected for admission through the following procedures:
• By advertising in leading newspapers and website
• By participating in educational and job fairs
• By displaying advertisements regarding the courses offered in the catchment
area
• By erecting hoardings to attract public attention at vantage points
• By following the proceedings of the Director of Collegiate Education,
Chennai
• By strictly following the Government reservation policy
2.102 Admission process is systematically administe red based on predetermined criteria
• By constituting admission committee to assist the Principal in processing the
application forms
Admission committee for 2007-2008
Dr.S.Kanmani, Principal
- Chairperson
Prof.A.Rajendran, Vice-Principal
- Convenor
Mrs.Pichaikani Prabakaran, H.O.D. of Maths -
Member
Mr.S.Karuppiah, H.O.D. of Physics - Member
Mr.P.Periyavar, Lecturer,Tamil Department - Member (Representing SC/ST)
• By assessing the performance in the qualifying examination for all the courses
• By taking into consideration the performance in the entrance test for P.G. and
M.Phil. courses
• By conducting personal interview
2.103 Admission process caters to access and equity considering the applicable norms including applicable reservati on policies The reservation policy of the State Government is strictly followed. Special care is
taken to admit disadvantaged communities such as SC/ST, first generation learners,
rural, economically and socially backward classes.
The particulars of admission for the academic year 2007-2008:
No. of Applications Sold - 2,243
No. of Applications Received - 1,246
No. of students admitted - 870
(i.e.,477 Boys and 393 Girls)
Course-wise break-up is given below:
Admitted strength Courses Boys Girls Total
B.Com. 93 53 146
B.Com. (CA) 31 22 53
B.B.A. 98 38 136
B.Sc. Computer Science 48 43 91
B.Sc. Information Technology 28 23 51
B.C.A. 52 39 91
B.Sc. Mathematics 24 18 42
B.Sc. Biotechnology 11 27 38
B.Sc. Chemistry 11 09 20
B.Sc. Physics 13 08 21
B.Sc. Hotel Management & Catering Science
10 -- 10
B.A. Tamil 25 23 48
M.Com. 06 06 12
M.Sc. Computer Science 04 11 15
M.Sc. Mathematics 02 05 07
M.Sc. Pharmceutical Chemistry 01 09 10
M.Sc. Biotechnology 08 24 32
M.A. Tamil 07 10 17
M.Phil. Commerce 01 10 11
M.Phil. Biotechnology 04 15 19
Total 477 393 870
Community-wise Break-up is as follows:
Community Boys Girls TOTAL Overall
percentage
OC 148 123 271 31
BC 144 142 286 32.9
MBC/DNC 121 72 193 22.1
SC/ST 69 51 120 14
2.104 Institution ensures due representation from d ifferent strata gender to locale
a) Women
The ratio of women to men is on the increase in the College and exceeds the
prescribed minimum of 30:70. The ratio of women to men for the academic year
2007-2008 is 42 : 58.
b) Physically challenged
3% of the allotted seats is meant for the physically challenged as per the
proceedings of the Directorate of Collegiate Education, Chennai. Eleven
physically challenged students have been studying on the campus as a whole.
c) Economically Weaker Sections of the Society
The economically weaker sections of the society are given access to higher
education
• By extending monetary assistance through Students’ Aid Fund
• By granting fee-concession, free meals to the needy by the
Management besides the government scholarship
2.2 Catering to diverse needs
2.201 Assess the students’ learning level after adm ission and conduct appropriate remedial classes
The students’ knowledge, skills and needs are assessed before the commencement
of the teaching programme in the following manner:
• An orientation programme was organised for all first year UG students before
the commencement of the teaching programme
• Entry level tests in English and major subjects were conducted to all first year
under- graduate students
• Based on the performance of students, slow learners were identified and
remedial classes were arranged for them
2.202 Adopt appropriate strategies for advanced lea rners
The advanced learners are encouraged to be participative and interactive in the
following ways:
• By encouraging the students to take seminars in regular classes
• By initiating them to prepare models and charts pertaining to their subjects
• By conducting group discussions, brainstorming sessions, games, quizzes,
etc.
• By permitting the students to participate inter collegiate programmes
conducted by other colleges
• By encouraging students to participate in various inter departmental
programmes and competitions
• By encouraging the fast learners to carry out summer projects
Table showing summer-projects undertaken by the stu dents during 2007-2008
Student Course Place Amount granted
N.Suresh Kumar
P. Krisnaveni
II B.Sc.
Biotechnology
II B.Sc.
Biotechnology
Indian Institute of
Science, Bangalore
Indian Veternary
Research Institute,
Izatanagar (U.P)
Rs.10,000/=
Rs.10,000/=
2.203 conduct tutorial classes
All the courses are having the tutorial classes. The Institution functions for six
periods per day instead of five periods.The tutorial session is conducted for all first
year UGand PG students during the sixth hour on all working days. Twenty
Certificate Courses under Value Added Courses are conducted for all the second
and third year UG students.
Table showing the details of work assigned and impl emented in the tutorial session during 2007-2008
Courses Nature of work assigned and Implemented
Tamil Creative writing and translation
English communication skills
Commerce Accountancy practical
Chemistry Equation deriving and problem solving
Mathematics Solving problems of higher objective
Management Studies Case analysis
Physics Problem solving
Pharmaceutical Chemistry Problem solving
Biotechnology Learning methods
2.204 The Institution is blessed with a mechanism f or mentoring students
The academic progress of each student is monitored in the following ways:
• By preparing the academic progress report along with Students’ attendance and
sending the same to the parents at the end of each cycle test and model test.
Whenever attendance is poor, parents are invited and a discussion is held
• By organising ward meetings every month to discuss the academic performance
of the students in class tests and cycle tests
• By giving home assignments to monitor and develop students’ skills and
knowledge
• By making submission of leave letters to the teacher in charge compulsory to
monitor student’s attendance and check unnecessary absenteeism
• By convening Parent- Teacher association meetings and taking steps for the
academic progress of the students
• By meeting the students individually, the teacher tries to assess the strength and
weakness of the students
2.3 Teaching learning process 2.301 The teaching programme schedule and methodolo gies are planned and organized in advance
The Institution plans and organises the teaching learning evaluation schedule into
the total scheme in the following ways:
•••• By convening the College Council, the decision making authority of the
institution, well ahead of the beginning of an academic year to prepare the
teaching learning evaluation schedule
•••• By preparing and distributing an academic calendar well in advance and strictly
following it
•••• By working 92 days per semester with no cancellation of classes.
•••• By preparing a comprehensive teaching plan as per the schedule.
•••• By maintaining the portions covered registers
•••• By getting endorsement from students for covering the entire syllabus/
Practicals
•••• By unitising the syllabus and distributing them into a number of lectures based on
the teaching plan
2.302 Experimental learning methodologies for parti cipative learning are used
The lecture method is supplemented with other teaching methods to provide much
scope for learner–centred activities. They are as follows:
The Table showing the various Learner-centered acti vities carried out by
various departments during the year 2007-2008
S.No. Programme Subject
1 On the spot study B.Sc. (Hotel Management & Catering Science), B.Sc.
(Chemistry), B.B.A., B.Com.(R), and B.Com.(C.A)
2. Project B.Sc., M.Sc. & M.Phil. (Biotechnology), B.B.A.,
B.Com.(C.A), B.C.A., and B.Sc.(I.T.)
B.Sc. (Hotel Management & Catering Science), M.Sc.
(Computer Science), M.Com., M.Phil. (Commerce) and
M.Sc. (Pharmaceutical Chemistry)
3. Industrial
Training
B.Sc.(Hotel Management & Catering Science),
B.B.A. and B.Com. (C.A)
4. Case study B.B.A.
5. Field study B.B.A.
• The number of projects / dissertations carried out during the year 2007-2008
under review are:
By M.Phil scholars - 30
By PG students - 69
By UG students - 292
• By organising Guest lectures, seminars and symposia through the eleven
associations of our College (Appendix – I)
• By participating and presenting papers in national seminars and conferences
(Appendix – II)
• By arranging special lectures inviting experts from various fields through Faculty
Academic Forum
2.303 Educational technologies are effectively used (Audio visual aids)
Apart from chalk and talk method, the following modern teaching aids are used in
classroom instructions.
• Liquid Crystal Display Projector (LCD)
• Over Head Projector (OHP)
• Computers
• Educational CDs
• Models
• Charts
• Tape-recorder
• Display of newspaper cuttings
2.304 Problem-solving approach as a teaching method ology is adopted
All Science Ddepartments and the Commerce Department adopt the problem
solving approach as a powerful tool in teaching-learning process.
• Problem solving technique is used in regular hours
• Home work and problem assignment are given regularly
• Project work carried out by students
• Deciphering Poetic meter and pattern by students in Tamil
Poetry
2.305 Computer aided information retrieval and teac hing methodology is adopted
Students and faculty keep pace with the recent developments in the subjects in the
following manner:
• By surfing the internet
• By publishing research articles
• By pursuing research and higher studies
• By using the library
a) Computers
• The Computer Science Department organises an orientation programme on
computers to all the staff members in the beginning of the academic year
• Every Department is equipped with a computer and a printer
b) Internet/ Information Technology
• Free internet facility is provided to all the staff and research scholars
c) Computer Aided Packages
Computer aided packages are used to make the learning process easier and
interesting. Every department is equipped with computer aided packages.
2.306 Library resources are effectively used to aug ment teaching learning process
• The library hours were incorporated into regular UG curriculum
• Open Access System was followed to encourage students to go through
various subject books
• Students borrowed books from library and used them for a period of fourteen
days
• Students made use of 09 international journals and 124 national magazines
which were available in LRC.
• Delnet Library System was also available and used.
All the post-graduate departments were equipped with departmental libraries.
Number of Books in Department Library
S.No. Department No. of Books
1. Commerce 0298
2. Biotechnology 0168
3. Mathematics 0281
4. Tamil 0236
5. Computer Science 0074
6. Pharmaceutical Chemistry 0135
Total 1192
The College Library functions from 9.00 a.m. to 06.00 p.m. on all working days. It
is also functioning during semester holidays.
2.307 Use laboratory equipment / field experiences effectively to maximize the teaching – learning process
• The laboratories are well equipped with sufficient quantites of test and measuring
instruments, chemicals,glassware and electrical wiring with circuit breakers
• The lab equipment are all in working condition and if they go out of order they are
repaired then and there and put in order
• Students are allowed to do individual experiments
• Computer laboratories are fully air conditioned and the computers are networked
through servers
• Separate system is provided to each student for computer practical
• Practical classes are conducted regularly as per time table.
• Students keep records and observation notebooks which are periodically verified
by the respective staff-incharge
• Periodic tests are conducted to evaluate the practical skills of students
• The Final year Physics students did group projects using the facilities available in
the lab.
• The Department of Chemistry is using their laboratory for testing fireworks
chemicals for industries and outsiders as per Government norms
2.308 Use wide range of techniques, materials and experiences to engage student interests
• Each department is furnished with OHP
• Research departments are furnished with LCD projectors
• The Biotechnology department is provided with separate internet facility
• Students are trained to prepare the reagents used in the laboratory
2.4 Teacher quality 2.401 Percentage of teachers with Ph.D. qualificat ion
It works out to 14% during 2007-2008 2.402 Percentage of teaching positions filled agai nst sanctioned posts
100% 2.403 Adherence to UGC /State Govt. / University no rms with reference to teacher qualifications for recruitmen t
With reference to teacher qualifications for recruitment, we follow the UGC
norms.
2.404 Faculty recruitment process is systematic an d rigorous
When there is a vacancy for teaching staff, our college is following the
undermentioned systematic and rigorous approach for recruitment.
• Applications are called for through advertisements in newspapers stating the
basic qualification required
• Applications received are screened on the basis of the candidates’ academic
qualifications and experience and then the selected candidates are called for
personal interview
• A selection committee comprising subject experts is constituted.
After the personal interview, the suitable candidate for the existing
vacancy is selected as per the recommendation of the selection
committee.
Substitutes are recruited following the same procedure that we adopt for recruiting
staff for regular vacancies.
Part time lecturers have been appointed for Part - I Hindi, French and Karate as per
the details given below:
S.No. Name of the Staff Programme/Subject
1. Mrs.A.Shymala Selvan French
2. Mr.KAS.O.Marimuthu Hindi
3. Mr.V.R.Appadurai Karate
For VAC course subjects, the subject experts are appointed on a part time basis to
keep the students and faculty abreast of the recent developments in the following
fields. They are paid, on hourly basis.
Table showing subject experts appointed
S.No. Name of the Staff Programme/Subject
1. S.Mariappan Yoga and Meditation
2. R.Padma Hindi
2.405 Faculty development programs are initiated an d utilized
Tables showing the activities of Faculty Academic F orum for the academic year 2007-08
S.No. Date Name of the Speaker Designation Topic
1. 8-06-07 Dr.Ilamathian
Ilangovan Director UGC Staff College, University of Madras, Chennai
2. 9-06-07 Dr.S.Swaminatha Pillai UGC visiting Professor Department of Education Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli
Techniques in Teaching
3. “ Dr.Stars Jasmine Professor, Dept. Humanities and social Studies, Anna University, Chennai
“
4. 31-10-07 Prof.P.Advaitham
Founder and President Integratged Life style modification and Stress management Training center of India
Medical aspects in Stress Management
03-12-07 Prof.A.Thangamani Retired Professor and Head, Dept. of Zoology ANJA College, Sivakasi
A Journey towards Excellence
2.406 Incentives/ awards/ recognitions are received by faculty
•••• Dr. P.Dhasarathan, Dept. of Biotechnology has won the Professor E.P. Odum
Gold medal in the year 2007 for his outstanding contributing in the field of
contemporary Biology, Environmental issues and sustainable developments.
•••• Dr. (Mrs). S. Kanmani, Principal has been honoured with the prestigious Indira
Gandhi Excellence award presented by the International Business Council, New
Delhi.
2.407 Faculty demonstrate creativity and innovation in teaching methodology
Teaching innovations made in the academic year 2007-08 are as follows:
•••• Teaching through computer assisted language lab with CDs for British and
American accents
•••• Encouraging the students to submit the assignments through the E-mail
•••• Encouraging the students to have email id for ‘e-learning’
•••• Using audio-visual aids to supplement chalk and talk method
•••• Preparation of Models and charts are also encouraged among the students
for better understanding of the subjects.
•••• Apart from the regular curriculum the mini projects were carried out by the
biotechnology students in a successful manner.
2.5 Evaluation process and reforms 2.501 Provision for continuous evaluation and monit oring student’s progress
The Institution continuously monitors the students’ performance and prepares them
for final exams in the following ways:
• By conducting class tests, two cycle tests and one model test every semester.
• By making available all university question papers to students
• By giving remedial coaching to slow learners
• By giving revision with previous university question papers before the model test
• By discussing students’ performance in the model test
• By organising class seminars to train the Post-graduate students and M.Phil.
Scholars for Viva voce
2.502 Conducts mid-term / semester evaluation
All the PG courses have both internal and external assessments
• Internal 40% (with internal tests 25%, Seminar 10% and Assignments 5%)
• External 60%
There is no internal assessment for UG students. However, the college
conducts centralised cycle tests and model tests to assess the performance
of the under graduate students continuously.
2.507 Student grievances regarding evaluation resul ts are addressed
Redressal of grievances regarding evaluation is met in the following ways:
• By informing then and there the discrepancies in the university question
papers to the University authorities
• By providing the facility to apply for revaluation
• By conducting a re-test for absentees and poor performers in the cycle and
model test
By distributing the valued answer scripts of cycle tests and model test and helping
them to avoid the mistakes in future
Transparency is made in the valuation
• By giving information about the evaluation process at the beginning of the
semester
• By stating the method of internal assessment
• By returning the valued answer scripts of cycle tests and model test to
students and discussing with them
• By intimating the results of the cycle tests and model test and university
examinations to parents
• By providing a facility to obtain a photo-copy of the valued answer scripts for
the university examinations
2.6 Best Practices in teaching learning & evaluatio n Best Practices in Admission process / catering diverse needs / Teaching – learning Process / Teacher quality / Evaluation process and reforms / or any other quality initiative the institution practices.
• Admission process is very open and transparent
• Providing higher education to rural students
• SC/ST students are admitted more in number than the prescribed percentage
• Identification of slow learners by conducting Entry Test. Special steps are taken
to enhance their skill and knowledge.
• Fast learners do project work, present papers
In seminars/symposia and attend workshops
• Free internet facility is provided to research scholars and staff
• Permitting the staff to attend summer courses/ orientation courses/ workshop/
and permitting the staff to pursue their higher studies
• The registration fee is met by the Management for the staff to attend and to
present papers in seminars/ conferences/ workshop.
• The students’ skill and result in the practicals are monitored at the end of each
practical hour.
• Students submit their assignments through e-mail.
• Students’ academic performance is monitored through Cycle Tests/ Model
Examinations and the progress of stuents is duly informed by post.
• There is no cancellation of class and the college works for 92 working days per
semester
• Apart from the regular working hours, the college works for an extra hour, for
value added courses
• Students’ attendance is monitored regularly and suitable steps are taken to
minimise their absence
• Incentives are given by the management in various forms to improve the quality
on the campus
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pursuea through the academic programmes in the following manner:
By providing facilities to carry out project work and thesis writing for post graduate and
M.Phil. scholars
By giving able guidance to access to research resources such as internet to post-
graduate and M.Phil. scholars to complete their research projects within a stipulated
time
By giving guidance to obtain financial assistance from funding agencies
By organising programmes for honing the research aptitude of the students
By providing well equipped infrastructure and lab facilities
By encouraging them to undertake field work and projects
By organising state and national level seminars, conferences, and symposia
By motivating them to attend and present papers in the national and international
seminars, conferences and symposia
3.102 Provision for research facilities in terms of laboratory equipment,
research journals and research incentives
The research activities in the Institution are catalysed by the availability of modern
infrastructure. The following major research facilities in a developed condition are
available on the campus.
Laboratory facilities:
• Well equipped Biotechnology laboratory
• Animal tissue culture laboratory
• Microbial Culture Maintenance facility
• Plant tissue culture laboratory
• Pharmaceutical laboratory
Industrial chemical testing laboratory
Animal house
The major research instruments available on the campus:
� Bio-safety laminar flow
� Slit-fermenter
� walk in cold room
� Central instrumentation with ultra freezers
� PCR
� ELISA readers
� Gel-documentation system
� Lyophilizer
� Refrigerated microfuge
� Nicon fluorescent and phase
� UV and visible spectrophotometer
� Flame Photometer
� Photo electric colorimeter
� Analgesiometer
� Rotorod
� Electro Convulsometer
� Plethesmograph
� Polarimeter
� Sherrington Rotating Drum
� Dissolution apparatus
� Disintegration apparatus
� Spectrometer
� Incubator
� Laminar Air flow Chamber
� Clinical centrifuge, Microwave Oven, Magnetic Stirrer
� Transilluminator
� Conductivity meter
� pH meter, Potentiometer
� Orbital Shaker
� Mechanical Shaker
� Refractometer Cryobath
� Vacuum pump
� Heating mantle
� Melting point apparatus
� Temperature controlled water bath
� Double Distillation Unit
� Deionizer
� Co2 incubator
� Fume cupboard
The number of Journals/Magazines subsc ribed:
Journals/ Magazines
No. of Journals
subscribed International level Journals 09
National level Journals 27
National Magazines 97
Total 133
• Online DELNET Library
Research Incentives:
Our Management is extending financial support by way of offering incentives to the
staff members and students to promote research on the campus.
• By setting up a separate research committee to promote research culture
among the staff
• By giving an increment of Rs.1,000/- for staff with Ph.D.
• By encouraging the staff to do M.Phil. and Ph.D. Programmes
• By meeting the registration fee for presenting papers in the national and
international seminars, conferences, and symposia
• By meeting the expenditure for publishing research articles
• By providing the facility of Sabbatical leave for pursuing research activities
abroad
• By organising programmes to know the recent trends in various disciplines
• By permitting the faculty members and students to participate and to present
papers in seminars and conferences
• By offering M.Phil. programmes in Commerce and Biotechnology to promote
research culture among students
• By publishing a research journal ‘Trends in Kalis Research’
• Free internet lab facility to all Post-Graduate, M.Phil. scholars and staff
members
• By providing Chemicals free of cost
3.103 Encourage and promote research culture (e.g. Teaching work load remission, opportunities for attending con ferences etc.)
• The Institution permits the staff to do collaborative research.
• Sabbatical leave is also provided to them.
• By meeting the registration fee for presenting papers in the national
and international seminars, conferences, and symposia for staff members.
3.105 Faculty recognition for guiding research
Many members of staff of this Institution are qualified to guide research work. The
following members of staff are recognized as guides of M.Phil. programme of their
Parent University and other Universities.
Dr. K. Ramesh Kannan - Dept. of Biotechnology
Dr. V. Pandidurai - Dept. of Biotechnology
Dr. P. Theriappan - Dept. of Biotechnology
Dr. P. Dhasarathan - Dept. of Biotechnology
Mr. V. Sudhakar - Dept. of Commerce
Mr. S. Chandra Bose - Dept. of Commerce
Dr. K. Sadeeshkumar - Dept. of Commerce
Dr. V. Richard Paul - Dept. of Commerce
Mr. M. Anbalagan - Dept. of Commerce
Mrs. N. Nalayini - Dept. of Commerce
Mr. S. Karuppiah - Dept. of Physics
3.106 Establishing research committees for promotin g and directing research
A Research Committee has been constituted to facilitate and monitor research
activities of the staff and students.
Members of the Research Committee :
Dr. (Mrs) S.Kanmani, Principal - Chairman
Dr. P. Dhasarathan - Convenor
Dr. K. Ramesh Kannan - Member
Dr. V. Pandidurai - Member
Dr. P. Theriappan - Member
Dr. N. Ramesh - Member
Dr. S. Parvathi - Member
Dr. D. Sangaiya - Member
Dr. M. Karpagam - Member
Mr. L. Sakthi Kumar - Member
The functions of the committee are:
• To motivate the staff and students to undertake research projects
• To mobilize resources from the funding agencies
• To monitor the research activities on the campus
• To conduct seminars for students and staff members
• To publish the research journal ‘Trends in Kalis Research’ every year
3.107 Establishment of specific research units/cent ers
A separate Animal Tissue Culture Lab is established 3.2 Research and publication output
3.201 Significant faculty involvement in research
Particulars of papers and books published during 20 07-2008
S.No. Author Title of the paper Journal / books with date of publication
1. Dr.P.Dhasarathan &
Ms.M.Madhumitha
Immuno Modulation of numooral Immune response by carbosulfur in Swiss Albino mice
‘National Journal of Current Science’, 10(2)679-682
2. Dr.P.Dhasarathan
Microbial diversity in fire work chemical exposed soil and water samples collected in Virudhunagar Dist., Tamilnadu
Accepted for publication in ‘Indian Journal of Microbiology’
3. Dr.P.Theriappan
Microbial diversity in fire work chemical exposed soil and water samples collected in Virudhunagar District, Tamilnadu
Accepted for publication in ‘Indian Journal of Microbiology’
4. Dr.P.Dhasarathan
Effect of Organochlorine pesticide endosulfan on immune response of swiss albino mice
Accepted for publication in ‘Pollution Research’
5. Ms.S.Jeyaseeli Subavathi
Modified simultaneous perturbation learning algorithm in Training Feed forward Newel network
‘Trends in Kalis Research’ 29.02.2008
6. Ms.G.Hemamala
EDTA Assisted removal of Aluminium by the adsorption on CAC
ANJAC Journal of Science, Sivakasi
7. Mr.V.Sudhakar
Role of Management in Environmental Issues
Green Productivity in Small and Medium Enterprises
8. Mr.M.Anbalagan
Financial Accounting - II Financial & Corporate Accounting
Book (2007) Book (2008)
9. Mr.R.Murugan Banking Theory Law & Practice
Book
10. Mr.R.Murugan & Dr.V.Madasamy
Project Guidelines (For M.Com. & M.B.A. Students) Corporate Accounting-I
Book
3.203 Significant number of major and minor researc h projects
• A.Visalatchi of II M.Sc., (Biotechnology) received a research grant of Rs.5,000/-
from Tamilnadu state council for Science and Technology, Chennai
• N.Suresh Kumar of II B.Sc., (Biotechnology) received a stipend of Rs.10,000/-
and carried out a two-month summer project in Indian Institute of Science,
Bangalore
• P.Krisnaveni of II B.Sc., (Biotechnology) received a stipend of Rs.10,000/- and
carried out a two-month summer project in Indian Veterinary Research Institute,
Izatanagar (U.P)
3.204 receives significant quantum of research gran ts from external agencies
A.Visalatchi II M.Sc. Biotechnology received a research grant of Rs.5,000/- from
Tamilnadu state council for Science and Technology, Chennai.
3.205 Output in terms of M. Phil, Ph.D. students i s significant M.Phil. Biotechnology degree awarded to sixteen scholars
M.Phil. Commerce degree awarded to nine scholars 3.206 The institution has received research recogni tion and awards (including patents)
Dr. P. Dhasarathan, Dept. of Biotechnology received Prof.E.P.Odum Gold Medal
2007 from the International Society for Ecological Communication.
3.207 The institution‘s research has contributed to the industry’s requirements/ Productivity
The analytical section of the Chemistry Dept. analyzed the raw materials from the
Fireworks industries in and around Sivakasi and submitted the report to enhance the
quality of their products.
No. of Industries who sent their samples - 7
No. of samples analyzed - 49
3.208 Research facilities are enhanced through rese arch projects
• A.Visalatchi of II M.Sc., (Biotechnology) received a research grant of Rs.5,000/=
from Tamilnadu state council for Science and Technology, Chennai.
• N.Suresh Kumar of II B.Sc., (Biotechnology) received a stipend of Rs.10,000/-
and carried out a two-month summer project in Indian Institute of Science,
Bangalore
• P.Krisnaveni of II B.Sc., (Biotechnology) received a stipend of Rs.10,000/- and
carried out a two-month summer project in Indian Veterinary Research Institute,
Izatanagar (U.P)
3.209 Significant number of research articles publi shed in reputed /refereed journals
List of Research Papers published by the staff
S.No.
Staff Title of the paper Journal/ books with date of publication
Dr.P.Dhasarathan Dept. of Biotechnology
Microbial diversity in fire work chemical exposed soil and water samples collected in Virudhunagar Dist., Tamilnadu
National Journal of current Science 10(2)679-682
L.Sakthikumar, E.Anjugam, S.Dileepkumar and R.Pandiselvam
Sar studies based C N S depressant activity of Nitroketene dithioacetal derivatives
Advances in Pharmacology and Toxicology vol.3 (1) 127-129, 2008
3.210 Published books and proceedings based on rese arch work
Books entitled
1. ‘ Basic Concepts of Share Market’ by P.Vijay Anand, III B.com.(CA)
2. ‘Creatures’ by J.Jeyanthkumar, III B. Com.(CA)
3.211. Citation Index / Impact Factor
Impact Factor two
3.3 Consultancy 3.301 Publicize the expertise available for consult ancy services
The Institution publishes the expertise available for consultancy services through
wide displays and on website.
3.302 Render consultancy services to industries
The Department of Chemistry provides the services at nominal cost.
No. of fireworks industries consulted: 7
(by analysing 49 samples from 7 industries) 3.303 Render consultancy services to the government
The following faculty members of our college served as resource persons in the
training programmes organized by Block Development Officer, Sivakasi and
Sriviliputtur to Women Self Help Groups.
S.No. Date Name of the Faculty Place
1. 18.10.2007 Mr.R.Murugan Sivakasi Panchayat Union
2. 19.10.2007 Mr.R.Murugan Vembakottai Union
3. 07.01.2008 &
31.01.2008
Mr.P.Kannan Srivilliputtur
4. 08.01.2008 Mr.P.K.Balamurugan Sivakasi
5. Mr.V.Vijay Sankar Srivilliputtur
3.304 Render consultancy services to Non- Governmen t organizations / community/ Public
S.No. Date Department Venue Activity 1. 05.10.07 Hotel Management M.S. Chellamuthu Free demonstration
& Catering Science Trust and Research Foundation (Institute of Mental Health & Rehabiliation), Madurai
and training to prepare Bakery
2. 24.10.07 to
03.11.07
Hotel Management & Catering Science
Sri Kaliswari College, Sivakasi
Prepared 3,800 kgs of Sweets for the employees in various Fireworks industries in Sivakasi
3. 18.12.07 Hotel Management & Catering Science
Sri Kaliswari College, Sivakasi
Free demonstration and training to prepare Bakery to members of M.S. Chellamuthu Trust and Research Foundation (Institute of Mental Health & Rehabiliation), Madurai
4. Mr.R.Damodharan, Faculty in Hotel Management & Catering Science
Seethalakshmi Ramasamy College, Trichy
Food Preservation and Carving training to 200 students of SRC, Trichy
3.305 Resources (financial and material) generated through consultancy services
Revenue generated through consultancy service: Rs.4,900/=
This amount is spent on purchasing chemicals 3.306 Mutual benefits accrued due to consultancy
Revenue generated through consultancy services: Rs.4,900/-
(by analysing 49 samples from 7 industries)
Industries benefited are:
1. Anand Traders, Sivakasi
2. Classic Serpent Eye Industries, Sivakasi
3. Yuvaraj Factory, Madurai
4. Sri Kaliswari Fireworks, Sivakasi
5. A.R.D Fireworks, Sivakasi
6. Sunflower Chemicals, Sivakasi
7. The Vivekananda Match Company, Sivakasi
3.4 Extension activities 3.401 Promotion of extension activities
The Institution offers Outreach programmes under the following banners:
1. Junior Jaycee Wing
2. Rotaract Club
3. Eco Club
4. Youth Red Cross
5. Various Departments of the College
Date Programme Name of the School / Place
18.07.07 Blood donation camp conducted by YRC
– Sixty one students donated blood
Sri Kaliswari College, Sivakasi
22.07.07 Clean Environment V.Muthuramalingapuram
29.09.07 Clean Environment Ayyanar Temple at
Pavalakurichi
29.09.07 Visited the old age home offering solace
and eateries
Old Age Home, Kullursandai
26.10.07 ‘Plan your Future’ to +2 students Government Higher Secondary
School, Amathur
29.10.07 ‘Plan your Future’ to +2 students Annai Velankanni Hr. Sec.
School, Sivakasi
30.10.07 ‘Plan your Future’ to +2 students S.R.N.M. Govt. Hr. Sec. School,
Thiruthangal
31.10.07 ‘Plan your Future’ to +2 students Govt. Hr. Sec. School,
Poovanathapuram
31.10.07 ‘Plan your Future’ to +2 students Government Higher Secondary
School, Sankaralingapuram
06.11.07 ‘Plan your Future’ to +2 students N.P.A.S. Rathna Vilas Hr. Sec.
School, Sivakasi
06.11.07 ‘Plan your Future’ to +2 students Government Higher Secondary
School, Sinnakamanpatti
13.11.07 ‘Plan your Future’ to +2 students Kamak Hr. Sec. School,
Krishnaperi
13.11.07 ‘Plan your Future’ to +2 students Government Higher Secondary
School, M.Mangalam
30.11.07 One day free training programme in
‘Maintenance and servicing of Home
appliances’ to +2 students
Seven schools of Virudhunagar
District participated
18.12.07 Free demonstration and training to
prepare Bakery to the members
M.S. Chellamuthu Trust and
Research Foundation (Institute
of Mental Health &
Rehabiliation), Madurai
06.01.08 (i) Establishment of Long Jump pit
(ii) Conducted sports events and
distributed prizes
(iii) Dinner provided to the inmates
The expenditure for the above events
Rs.11,000/- was borne by the students
and faculties of the Department of
Management Studies
Elwin Centre for the Mentally
Retarded, Satchiapuram,
Sivakasi west
Student volunteers rendered their
services by regulating the devotees of
Thiruvannamalai Temple during the
festival of Purattasi Saturdays
Thiruvannamalai Temple near
Srivilliputtur
Planting saplings carried out Vadmalapuram village
Planting saplings carried out Naranapuram village
03.02.08 Cleaning Sivakasi Railway Station in
collaboration with Rotary Club, Sivakasi
Railway Station, Sivakasi
3.402 Organize need- based extension programme
Date Programme Name of the School / Place
17.11.07 ‘Plan your Future’ to +2 students K.N.U.P.R. Matric. Hr. Sec. School,
Nilakottai
Food Preservation and Carving
training to 200 students of SRC,
Trichy
Seethalakshmi Ramasamy College,
Trichy
Blood donated by P.Sakthivel of
II B.Com.(R) to the needy patient
Government Hospital, Sivakasi
Blood donated by S.Ramkumar of
II B.Com.(R) to the needy patient
Government Hospital, Sivakasi
3.403 Participation of students and faculty in exte nsion programs
Date Programme Name of the School / Place
22.07.07 Cleaning programme - Removal of weeds
and thorny bushes
V.Muthulingapuram
26.08.07 Social Harmony Rally Sivakasi
Red Ribbon Club
Date Programme Chief Guest / Resource person
04.07.07 3 hour awareness
programme on
‘Gynaecology’
Dr.Nandhini Pandian M.D.,DGO.,
Madurai
19.09.07 10 hour module
programme about the
awareness of HIV / AIDS
Mr.P.V.Selvaraj
Field Officer, RRC,
Virudhunagar District
The Institution ensures social justice and empowerment to under-privileged sections
in particular, women and children in the following ways:
• By establishing Gender Cell
• By organising legal awareness programmes for women
• By creating health awareness among physically weak students
• By giving counselling on personal, health and legal problems
• By promoting Self-help Groups activities
3.404 Organize NSS/NCC activities
The Institution promotes the participation of the students and faculty in extension
activities of NSS, YRC, Rotaract, Jaycees, Eco club, etc.
• By enrolling the students as volunteers or members
• By selecting the students as president, secretary, etc
• By appointing the staff as co-ordinators and members
• By reviewing the activities of each unit at the beginning of every academic
year
• By organising programmes regularly
NATIONAL SERVICE SCHEME (NSS) UNIT NO.192 & 209 (B OYS)
NSS Units 192, 209 and Youth Red Cross of our college in association with
V.Dhanasamy Parimaladevi Medical Trust Blood Bank, Virudhunagar, organized a
'Blood Donation Camp' on our campus on 18th July, 2007. Sixty-one NSS Volunteers
donated blood.
A one-day programme on 'Clean Environment' was organized at V.Muthulingapuram
on 22nd July, 2007. 45 NSS volunteers participated in the programme and removed
the unwanted plants and shrubs in and around the village.
'An Orientation Programme on NSS' was conducted at S4 Seminar Hall on 27th July,
2007. The entire first year NSS Volunteers participated. Dr.G.Rangasamy, NSS
Programme Officer, S.R.N.M. College, Sattur, motivated the NSS Volunteers to
render selfless service to the public.
A 'Social Harmony Rally' was taken out at Sivakasi, on 26th August, 2007.
Dr.K.Radhika Devi, B.D.S., Chairperson, Sivakasi Municipality, flagged off the rally.
73 NSS volunteers took part in the rally.
A special guest lecture on 'Service to Man is Service to God' was organized on 7th
August, 2008, to highlight the values of selfless service.
Dr.T.A.Pasupathi exhorted the volunteers to lead life by expressing humanity and
divinity.
A special training programme on 'Kayakalpam' was organized on the 8th of
September, 2007. Mr.A.Lakshmanan, Professor, Sivakasi Manavalakalai Mandra
Trust, trained the NSS Volunteers to control the senses.
A Ten-day Special Camp was organized on the theme 'Healthy Youth for Healthy
India' at Vadamalapuram village between 16.12.2007 and 25.12.2007. 84 NSS
Volunteers along with the programme officers participated. The following activities
were carried out by the NSS Volunteers during the Camp.
1. Planting Saplings
2. Free Eye Medical Camp
3. White-washing the School building
4. Repairing the damaged road
5. Removing the waste paper and used polythene bags.
A one-day Camp was conducted to keep Sivakasi Railway Station clean in
association with Rotract club, Sivakasi on 3rd February, 2008. Forty NSS Volunteers
collected the pieces of waste paper and used-polythene bags littering around the
platform and kept the Campus clean.
On 8th February, 2008, a guest lecture was arranged on 'Natural Food and
Employment Opportunities' for NSS unit No.192. Thiru.G.Maran Prakash, the
Resource person, advised the volunteers to develop the habit of consuming natural
food.
On 18th March 2008, a one day seminar on the topic 'Job opportunities' was
organized in association with Virudhunagar District Employment Exchange,
Virudhunagar. All II and III Year NSS Volunteers (200) of our college participated in
the Programme.
On 20th March 2008, a guest lecture programme on the topic 'Career Guidance
regarding higher education and interview tips' was conducted. All the II and III year
NSS Volunteers (120) of our college participated in the programme. The Chief Guest
Mr.M.Jeganathan, Principal, ICFAI National College, Rajapalayam, gave an
informative speech on 'Higher Education in India' through LCD projection.
NATIONAL SERVICE SCHEME (NSS) UNIT NO.193 (GIRLS)
• NSS Unit No.193 (Women's Wing) in association with Eco Club celebrated
'World Environmental Day' on 20th June, 2007. Mrs.Shyamala Thangamani,
Lecturer (Retd.), S.F.R College, Sivakasi, delivered a talk on 'Environmental
Awareness'. 50 NSS volunteers attended.
• 'An orientation on NSS' was organized on 28th July, 2007. Dr.G.Rangasamy,
NSS P.O., SRNM College, Sattur, explained the objectives of NSS.
• On 27th August, an awareness programme on Anaemia was organized for all II
year students. Dr.V.K.Kathiravan, M.B.B.S., explained the causes of anaemia
and the way to recover from this disease. 181 students attended.
• In association with Government Hospital, Sivakasi, a Blood Donation Camp was
organized on 10th September, 2007. Dr.Kathiresan, Medical Officer, inaugurated
the Camp. 41 students and one staff member donated blood. Mrs.J.Premalatha,
NSS P.O. (Women's Wing) attended a one-day awareness programme on
'Nutrition and Health' organized by Fatima College, Madurai, on 12th September,
2007.
• 10 NSS Volunteers of this Unit attended a one-day awareness programme on
'Nutrition' organized by V.V.V College, Virudhunagar on 21st September, 2007.
• To develop the life-skills of our Women NSS Volunteers, a special training
programme on 'Art and Craft' was organized on 22nd September, 2007. Tutors of
New Bharathi Art and Craft School gave instructions for preparing Paper Ribbon
Flower. 57 students benefited. Our NSS Unit organized a one-day cleaning
activity at Pavalakuruchi Ayyanar Temple on 29th September, 2007. Nearly 60
Volunteers of the Women's Wing attended.
• A special guest lecture on 'Nutritional Food and Youth Health' was organized on
6th October, 2007. Mr.R.Muthumani, Proprietor, Abis Coffee, advised the
volunteers to take nutritious food in required proportion and to do some
Yoga exercises.
• From 21st December, 2007 to 30th December, 2007, 44 NSS Women's Wing
Volunteers attended a Ten-day Special Camp at Naranapuram on the theme
'Healthy Youth for Healthy India'.
• Mrs.J.Premalatha, NSS P.O. attended a meeting at NSS office, Madurai Kamaraj
University, Madurai, on 8th January, 2008, to discuss the activities and
procedures to be followed by NSS Units.
• Twenty girl volunteers were engaged in marketing Handloom Sarees to alleviate
the problems of Weavers in a three-day Co-optex Exhibition cum sales
conducted from 30.01.2008 to 01.02.2008 at S4 Seminar Hall.
• Also they organised a guest lecture on 'Women and Law' on 31st January, 2008.
Mr.V.Chandrasekaran, Lawyer, Thiruthangal, explained the laws helpful to
promote Women's upliftment. 65 students benefited. On 3rd February, 2008, 65
volunteers of NSS Unit No.193 attended a one-day special Camp at
Naranapuram for planting saplings.
• Twenty-five women volunteers assisted the Government Officers engaged in the
distribution of Polio drops at Naranapuram on 10th February, 2008.
• On 27th February 2008, Mrs.J.Premalatha, NSS P.O. attended a one day State
Level Seminar on the topic 'Healthy Youth for Healthy India' held at Sourashtra
College, Madurai.
• Mrs.J.Premalatha and Mrs.L.Sugirtha attended in UGC sponsored five day
workshop on 'Capacity Building for Women Managers in Higher Education' held
at Lady Doak College, Madurai, from 17th September 2007 to 21st September
2007.
• To develop the skills of our women NSS Volunteers, a training class on 'Kolam'
was organized on 8th March 2008, Mrs.S.Umarani, Kolam Trainer, Sivakasi gave
instructions for drawing Sand Kolam, Kanniya Kolam and Salt Kolam. 42
students benefited from this programme.
3.405 Awards and recognition received for extension activities
• Dr. (Mrs). S. Kanmani, Principal has been honoured with the prestigious Indira
Gandhi Excellence award presented by the International Business Council, New
Delhi.
• Appreciation for blood donation from Dhanasamy Parimaladevi Medical Trust
Blood Bank, Virudhunagar
• Appreciation for extension activities at Elwin Centre, Sivakasi
3.406 Impact of extension activities on the communi ty: evaluation, review and upgrading the extension program mes
The impact of the extension activities on the community is as follows:
• Creating awareness on deadly diseases like AIDS, malnutrition, safe drinking
water and emphasising the necessity of healthy and hygienic life style among the
rural populace
• Minimizing road accidents through the establishment of traffic signs and rule
boards displayed at the crowded areas of the town
• Reducing occurrence of accidents out of ignorance through the Programmes on
‘safety measures’ for the employees of fireworks
• Helping Self-help Groups to become entrepreneurs
• Helping the public to keep the area pollution free through environmental
programmes
3.407 establish partnerships with industry, communi ty and NGOs for extension activities
• Blood donation camp organized jointly with Lions Club, Sivakasi.
• Cleaning Sivakasi railway station undertaken jointly with Sivakasi Rotary Club
• A personality development camp for school children conducted for three days in
collaboration with Jaycees.
3.5 Collaborations
3.501 Institution level / local
• The Department of Mathematics is a member in Virudhunagar District Cluster
of Colleges Joint Faculty Programme constituted by the eleven colleges
offering PG Maths programme. For our part, a Guest lecture was arranged in
our college on 4th August, 2007 on the topic Finite Abelian Groups by
Dr.T.Tamilchelvam, Head, Dept. of Maths, M.S. University, Tirunelveli.
• The Physically Challenged Students care wing of Sri Kaliswari College
conducted a Free medical camp for the physically challenged students of our
College in collaboration with PAMC Hospitals, Madurai.
• In collaboration with Waves Institute of Cell phone Servicing, a one month
Cell phone servicing course was conducted for 40 students of our College
from 27.9.2007.
• The department of Hotel Management and Catering Science conducted a one
months’ spoken English course for their final year students in collaboration
with Celta Centre, Srivilliputtur.
• The Department of Computer Science joined hands with TANDEM Institute of
Technology, Madurai, for conducting DotNet course for 16 students during the
month of September, 2007. The classes for the second batch of 17 students
started in February, 2008.
3.502 National/State
• The department of commerce collaborated with ICWAI and conduct class for
foundation course for Cost Accountant.
• A two day National seminar on 22nd and 23rd Nov. 2007 was organized and
conducted by the Department of Tamil on ‘Thirumangai Alwar’ in collaboration
with Thirumalai Thiruppathi Devasthanam, Thiruppathi, on SKC campus
• The Department of Chemistry and the Department of Pharmaceutical
• Chemistry jointly organized a two day workshop on ‘Pharmaceutical Chemistry
and Drug Design’ on 11th and 12th February, 2008 in collaboration with Indian
Academy of Science, Bangalore, The Indian National Science Academy, New
Delhi and The National Academy of Science, Allahabad. An amount of
Rs.60,000/- was sponsored by the IAS, INSA and NAS.
3.503 International
A two day international seminar was organized on May 31st and 1st June 2008 by the
Department of Tamil in collaboration with International Society for Tamil Culture and
Society.
3.504 Industry /Service sector / Agriculture
Department of Chemistry
The Department of Chemistry collaborated with 7 Industries for sample analysis.
Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry
M.Sc. Pharmaceutical Chemistry students are doing projects in:
1. Syngene Informational Ltd., Bangalore
2. Orchid Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals, Chennai
3.6 Best practices in research consultancy and exte nsion
Best practices promotion of research/ Research and publication output/consultancy Extension activities Collaborations/ or any other quality initiative the institution practises.
• By establishing a separate research cell to monitor and promote research
activities on the campus.
• Research Division of our college encourages the staff to publish their research
articles in ‘Trends in Kalis Research’.
• Registration fee to participate / present papers in National, International
Conferences and workshops is met by the Management.
• Free Net access is provided to the staff and M.Phil. Scholars to foster the
research culture.
• A special incremental incentive of Rs.1,000/- is granted to Ph.D. Degree holders.
• A special incremental incentive of Rs.500/- is granted to M.Phil. Degree holders.
• Leave on Duty is granted to participate and to present papers in seminars/
conferences/ workshops.
• Publishers of books, both students and staff members are honoured with
Mementos on the occasion of College Day celebrations.
• We subscribe to various International costly journals for the benefit of research
scholars/ staff/ students.
• Lab facilities and costly chemicals are made available to pursue research by the
staff and students.
• Funds are provided to the tune of Rs.2,89,223/- by the Management to carry out
the extension activities.
• Free transport facilities are made available to carryout the extension activities.
• By having linkage with various service organisations to serve the society at large.
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Criterion IV
INFRASTRUCTURE AND LEARNING RESOURCES
4.1 Physical facilities 4.101 The Institution provides necessary facilities or classrooms (furniture and fixtures) Class room
a. Spacious and well ventilated rooms fitted with ceiling fans and tube-lights
b. Comfortable desks and benches with back support
c. Provided with Glass boards and Provision for LCD and OHP
Table showing the area and number of classrooms
Main Block: Area of the
Classroom in Square feet (Sq. ft.)
No. of Classrooms
630 21 238 4 397.5 3 459.51 3 270 2 531.38 2 596.58 2 661.78 1 331.14 1 300.58 1
Total 40
MBA Block: Area of the
Classroom in Square feet (Sq. ft.)
No. of Classrooms
840 3 1068 3 225 1 298.5 1 328.5 1
300 1 657 1 316.41 1
Total 12 4.102 The Institution provides necessary facilities for laboratories (Furniture, fixtures, equipment and good laboratory practices) Laboratories
• Computer Laboratory with internet: (4,751 sq ft)
There are two air conditioned centralised computer laboratories with 244
computers connected with LAN on the campus. A separate internet centre is
dedicated to the teaching staff for internet surfing.
• Electronics Laboratory: ( 978 sq ft)
The Laboratory is well equipped to carry out Electronics and Microprocessor
experiments for Computer Science and Physics students. The Laboratory is
furnished with equipment like CRO, Function Generator, IC Trainer kits for
analogue and digital experiments and 8085 & 8086 Microprocessor kits. With the
available facilities, Electronics and Microprocessor based project works are
carried out by the students.
• Biotechnology Laboratory: (3,700 sq ft)
There are two laboratories for biotechnology. One is devoted for plant tissue
culture lab and the other for animal cell culture. The labs are equipped with state
of the art facilities which include microbial culture maintenance facility, bio-safety
laminar flow, slit-fermenter and walk-in cold room. The following are the advance
lab equipment constantly in use.
1. Ultra freezers
2. PCR
3. ELISA readers
4. Gel-documentation system
5. Lyophilizer
6. Refrigerated microfuge
7. Nikon 50i epi fluorescent unit with dark field phase contrast fluorescent
and phase contrast microscope
8. Five computers with internet facility
• Physics Laboratory: (1440 sq ft)
The Laboratory is well equipped to carry out major and ancillary physics
practical. Solar Photo Voltaic kit to study solar radiation at a specific location is
also available. The frequently used equipment are Students’ Spectrometer,
Travelling Microscopes, Ballistic Galvanometers, Spot Galvanometers, IC Trainer
kits, Regulated Power supplies and Newton’s Ring apparatus.
• Chemistry Laboratory: (1850 sq ft)
The Lab is well equipped to analyse the percentage of purity of chemicals
and to estimate the strength of solutions. The lab has equipment like
double distilled water glass apparatus, pH meter, Potentiometer, Flame
photometer, mechanical shaker, centrifuge tube, deioniser, automatic air
oven, Fume cupboard, electric water bath etc.
It has a separate section to
• analyse water samples
• test the purity of raw materials and the finished products used in
matches and fireworks industries.
• Pharmaceutical Laboratory: (1,850 sq ft)
Pharmaceutical Chemistry Lab is well equipped with the following instruments for
doing practical, project and research in the fields of Organic synthesis, Drug
synthesis, Antibacterial activity, Anti- inflammatory activity, CNS activity using
Digital Actophotometer, Analgesiometer, Rotorod, Electro-Convulsometer,
Plethesmograph, Polarimeter, Sherrington Rotating Drum, Dissolution apparatus,
Disintegration apparatus, Visible Spectrometer, Incubator, Laminar air flow
Chamber, Flame photometer, Clinical centrifuge Microwave oven, Magnetic
Stirrer, UV – viewer chamber, Photo electric colorimeter, Conductivity meter, pH
meter, Potentiometer, Orbital Shaker, Mechanical Shaker, Refractometer,
Cryobath, Vacuum pump, heating mantle, melting point apparatus, Temperature
controlled water bath, Double Distillation Unit, Deionizer and Fume cupboard.
• Hotel Management and Catering Science Lab:
� Front Office (630 sq.ft)
A well furnished room with a decorated receptionist cabin and modern furniture.
� Bakery & Confectionery: (630 sq.ft)
It has the an imported German oven and a Dough mixer with marble working
tables.
� Basic Training Kitchen: (1,923.6 sq.ft)
It is equipped with modern working tables, electric oven, salamander, juicer,
coffee maker, microwave oven, table top wet grinder, blender, electric deep fryer,
pasta machine and separate Butchery table.
� Guest Room : (630 sq.ft)
The Guest room is well furnished with the washing machine, detachable
bathroom with WC, double bed and television.
� Training Restaurant : (1,278.9 sq.ft)
It is a modern training restaurant in a 1,278.9 sq. ft room with a bar and pantry
with equipment like Bain-marie, spoon sterilizers, guerdon trolley and plate
warmer.
� Quantity Advanced Training Kitchen : (978 sq.ft)
Quantity Advanced Training Kitchen is furnished with all the equipment that are
necessary for the preparation of quality food.
• Language Laboratory:
Language lab has twenty computers with a server. It is equipped with Re-
net software, a computer aided audio visual.
• Library: (4,751 sq. ft)
� Well furnished reading rooms
� Reprographic section
� Internet
� DELNET
4.103 Provides sports facilities for students /facu lty The physical and infrastructure facilities available for the sports and physical
education are the following:
Courts:
d. Cricket field
e. 55 yards circumference
f. Foot-ball field
g. Track field - 200m
For boys For Girls
Standard volley ball court (2Nos.) Standard volley ball court (1 No)
Badminton court Ball badminton court
Kabadi court Kabadi court
Kho – kho court Kho – kho court
Tennikoit court Tennikoit court
Basket ball court (with free zone)
Indoor games
Table tennis
Carom
Chess
Instruments available in Physical Education Departm ent
Dumbbells
Lezium
Wands
4.104 The Institution has necessary facilities for general computer education of students
The Institution has a centralised Computer Centre. At the end of each semester,
time schedule allotting timing to students of various departments is prepared well in
advance. The staff members are allowed to use the lab whenever it is free.
Computer Centre is kept open from 9.00 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. Computing facility
including internet are provided free of cost to the staff and research scholars.
Internet facility is available to under-graduate students at a very nominal cost of
Rs.10/- per hour.
A number of 97 Computer terminals and 3 servers are added to the department on
the campus in addition to the existing number.
4.105 Infrastructural facilities are augmented from time to time
The academic growth of the Institution has been spectacular since its inception. To
keep pace with the academic growth the following steps were taken during the year
under review:
• Sufficient resources were allotted to meet additional facilities required without
compromising on the quality of education
• Four additional sections were started in the following subjects – B.Com., BBA,
B.Sc.(Computer Science) and BCA during 2007-2008.
• Four additional rooms with all facilities to house the additional sections were
constructed.
• An additional computer lab to house the additional section was constructed.
• Animal Tissue Culture Lab was established.
• Two additional buses were provided for transport.
• Additional Chemicals and apparatus were also provided at a cost of
Rs.7,70,957.82
4.106 Infrastructure facilities are being utilize d optimally
On working days the infrastructure is optimally used as follows:
� The classrooms and labs are used for conducting University Certificate
and Diploma courses after the regular academic activities.
Infrastructure facilities were utilized after regular class hours and during vacation for
conducting contact seminar for MBA and MCA (Distance Education by Madurai
Kamaraj University, Madurai)
� Library was kept open during vacation also
� Organizing National Symposiums and Conferences
� A/C Conference Hall was made available to conduct Fireworks labourers’
meeting
4.107 additional facilities for sports and extra cu rricular activities
(Gym, swimming pool, auditorium etc.) are provided
• A/C Conference Hall : 1,802.78 sq ft
• Seminar Hall : 1,802.78 sq ft 4.108 Adequate facilities for Women
The Institution provides the following facilities:
• Separate Non Resident Student Centres
• Canteen
• Xerox Centres
• The rest rooms
• A Physical Directress is appointed
• Separate courts for girls – Volley ball, Kho-Kho, Ball badminton and Tennikoit
4.109 Appropriate facilities for differently abled students
• Classrooms and exam centre are provided at the ground floor for the
convenience of the differently abled.
• A separate cell is constituted to take care of the interests of the differently
abled.
• A free medical check-up programme was launched for them.
4.2 Maintenance of Infrastructure 4.201 The Institution has a maintenance budget fo r the physical facilities through existing / mobilized resources
The Institution maintains infrastructure in good working condition by appointing a
team of engineers, technicians and unskilled labourers. The Estate Maintenance
Department looks after the repair and maintenance of the college properties. The
total budget allocation and actual expenditure incurred for the maintenance during
the year 2007-08 is as follows:
Budget allocation - Rs.18,00,000.00
Actual expenses - Rs.20,48,955.13
4.202 Utilizes the funds allocated for maintenance
The total budget allocation and actual expenditure incurred for maintaining during
the year 2007-08 are as follows:
Table showing allocation of Budget and Actual
Particulars Budget Actual
Equipment 3,00,000.00 3,60,230.50
Computers 4,00,000.00 4,20,275.22
Transport 9,00,000.00 10,15,363.86
Repair 2,00,000.00 2,53,085.55
18,00,000.00 20,48,955.13
4.203 Adequate systems for maintaining and utilizin g physical facilities
AMC facilities are available for UPS.
• The maintenance and repair work is carried out by Estate Maintenance
Department headed by a qualified Civil Engineer with plumbers and
electricians.
• The Institution has a workshop for designing, maintaining and repairing
furniture. This workshop functions under the Estate Maintenance Department
of the college.
4.204 Adequate systems for maintaining and utilizin g library and information facilities
• Open access system is followed for lending books
• The issue of books is computerized with bar code scanner and only ID card
holders can borrow books
• The reference book-section is maintained
• A separate periodical section with reading room is available
• The damaged books are sent for binding
• Physical stock verification is carried out annually
• The Semester Exam Questions papers are bound
• Valuable Journals are preserved in binding form in the Library
• Separate Issue Registers are maintained for the staff and students
• DELNET facilities are available
• Access to British Council Library available
• Educational CDs are available
4.205 Adequate systems for maintaining computer and network facilities
The routine work of maintenance of computers and the network facilities is
undertaken by appointing lab technicians. The UPS, printers and A/c machines are
maintained through AMC. Lab technicians are appointed to service computers and
network connections. The service of lab equipment not under the purview of AMC is
carried out on call basis.
4.3 Library as a learning resource 4.301 Number of titles of books in the library
There has been a gradual increase in the number of books every year and at
present it has a total volume of 17,040 books.
Table showing the number of books purchased and amo unt spent so far
Year Number of volumes Amount in Rs.
2000-2007 15040 36,76,140
2007-2008 2000 2,65,077
Total 17040 39,41,217
4.302 Number of journals (national+ international) and other library resources (i.e CDs/ Cassettes etc.)
Similarly, the number of journals subscribed has also been increased from 115 to
124.
Table showing total number of National & Internatio nal
Periodicals subscribed
Year National International Total Cost in Rs.
Upto 2007 105 8 113 1,28,429
2007-2008 115 9 124 1,14,458
4.303 Library resources are augmented every year wi th newer editions and titles
New titles added this year - 1,331
4.304 Effective and user-friendly library operation s (issue of books, getting the necessary references, e tc)
The following facilities are available in the Library:
• For research scholars : The free print of catalogue is available on request
• Computers: The library is fully computerised with the bar code facility through
the computers. On-Line Public Access is available through computers
• Internet: Internet facility is available in the library and students can access
after getting permission from the librarian
• Inter Library Loan (ILL)
The College Library has been enrolled as a member in the following
organizations:
� British Council Division Library: Ten tickets are available for the staff to
borrow books from British Council Division Library
� DELNET
The Library collection meets the requirements of the users in the following ways:
• By ensuring the availability of University prescribed text books
• By procuring reference books recommended by University syllabus
• By providing resources for preparing for competitive examinations reading
general books, journals and newspapers to enrich student’s knowledge
• By procuring books for research scholars
To ensure easy access, use and security of material, the following system is being
adopted:
• Books are arranged in the Dewey Decimal Classification
• Library is fully computerized and automated with Bar Coding
• On line public access catalogue is available
Open access system is provided in the library for the staff and students
Library is kept open between 9.00 A.M. and 6.00 P.M.
Number of Books lent to M.Phil. Scholars – 4
Number of Books lent to PG. students – 3
Number of Books lent to UG students – 2
Number of Books lent to staff members – 10 4.305 Reading room facility for faculty and student s
Two reading rooms for faculty and students
• One reading room for periodical section
• The other for Reference section
4.306 Reprographic facilities
This facility is available on payment of a concessional rate per page.
4.307 Internet facility for information retrieval
• The Internet service is available to the students and staff.
• The student can access the internet after the regular college hours.
• The staff members can access during their free hours.
• There is an online public access catalogue.
• The software packages and utilities in CDs are available in the Library
4.308 Library Advisory committee and its effective functioning
The library is assisted by an advisory committee which consists of the following
members:
Dr.S.Kanmani, Principal -
Chairman
Mr.S.Mari Murugan (Librarian) -
Convener
Ms.N.Dhanya (Commerce) -
Member
Ms.R.Kalpana Devi (IT & BCA) -
Member
Ms.M.Raziasulthana (C.S.) -
Member
Mr.S.Rajkumar (Mgmt. Studies) -
Member
Dr.M.Karpagam (Tamil)
- Member
Ms.M.Durga (Chemistry) -
Member
Ms.N.Manjula (Maths)
- Member
Mr.A.Kuberaraja (Physics) -
Member
Mr.R.Venkatraman (HM & CS) -
Member
The functions of the committee are:
• To provide the best service to students and faculty members
• To watch keenly the college news and other important notifications published in
newspapers and pass on the information to the department concerned, students,
the Management and the administrative staff
• To advise on procurement of the latest books and relevant journals and their
proper display
• To monitor the overall activities of the library and increase the facilities
depending on the need of the staff and students
4.309 Computerization of library and networking wit h other libraries
An Audio system is available with headphones. Students can play the cassettes
which are available on the rack. It has an online public access catalogue.
• Inter Library Loan (ILL)
The college library has been enrolled as a member in the following organizations:
� British Council Division Library: Ten tickets are available per head to the staff
to borrow books from British council division library
� DELNET: This facility is made available to both students and the staff. The list
of journals and articles available through DELNET is made known to the
students and staff.
4.4 ICT as learning resources 4.401 Has adequate / up to date computer facilities
The facilities available to the faculty to prepare computer aided teaching/learning
materials are as follows:
• A computer and printer facility in every department
• Five separate Internet connections for students, staff, office, library and
research scholars
• LCD facility for teaching
• Well equipped Seminar hall and Conference hall with LCD facility
• Educational CDs
4.402 Provides access to computers for the faculty
The Institution is committed to provide effective and contemporary computer
education to the faculty in the following ways:
• By providing a computer and a printer facility to each and every department
• By permitting all staff to use the facility available in the computer centre
• By establishing an internet centre exclusively for the staff
• By giving a separate internet line at the computer centre and biotechnology
laboratory
• Online Public Access Catalogue section helps the faculty to reserve their
warranted books themselves. They get their reserved books on the noted
date and at noted time
4.403 Provides access to computers for the students
The Institution has three Computer Centres. At the end of each semester, time
schedule allotting timing to students of various departments is prepared well in
advance. The staff members are allowed to use the lab whenever it is free. The
Computer centre is kept open from 9.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. Computing facility
including internet are provided free of cost to the research scholars. Internet facility
is available to under graduate and post graduate students at a very nominal cost of
Rs.10/- per hour. One extra Computer is added to the Department of Commerce for
the M.Phil. research scholars of commerce.
• By introducing a paper on fundamentals of computer with two hours practical
per week to all non- computer major students like students of Tamil and
Biotechnology.
• By allotting two hours per week to M.A. Tamil and B.Sc. Hotel Management
and Catering Science students to get trained in browsing and using the
internet.
• By providing computer facility to students of Computer Science, Information
technology, Computer Applications, Commerce with computer applications,
Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Business Administration, Pharmaceutical
Chemistry and Hotel Management and Catering Science who have at least
one computer allied paper in their regular curriculum.
4.404 Provides internet facility for faculty and st udents
• Free Internet facility for the staff and research scholars
• Provides Internet facility to the UG & PG students at a nominal rate of Rs.10/-
per hour
4.405 Institution has a website facility, updated r egularly
College Website: www.kaliswari-college.com.
The website is updated regularly.
4.5 Other facilities 4.501 Staff rooms
Separate staff room for each and every department with all facilities like light, fans,
tables with drawers & cupboards, chairs, racks, bureaus and computer.
4.502 Common rooms for students
• A/c conference hall at the ground floor
• A seminar hall at the first floor
• Vehicle parking shed for students
• Students store
• Two canteens
• Xerox centre
• Two PCO, STD facilities
• Mini Gym
• Open air Gym
• Mineral Water Plant
• Grievance Redressal Cell
• Language Laboratory
4.503 Rest room and toilets
• Non-Resident Students Centre (Boys)
• Non-Resident Students Centre (Girls)
• Number of Toilets – 45 for girls, 50 for boys
4.504 Health centre
� Dr.P.Ponmoorthyraja,M.B.B.S., visits the college on all working days.
� Free medicine and consultation for students and the staff
� The Health Centre has a bed with first aid materials.
� Information Manual about blood donors
4.505 Vehicular parking
Separate parking place for two-wheelers and four-wheelers.
4.506 Hostels
Separate Hostels for boys and girls. Hostels are two storeyed buildings built with all
modern facilities imbibed in them.
Boys’ hostel
a. The number of rooms in
(17’6” x 18’0”) 316.8 sq ft : 63
b. The number of inmates : 170
c. The number of staff : 6
Girls’ hostel
d. The number of rooms in
(18’0”x17’6”) 316.8 sq ft
with attached toilet : 52
e. The number of inmates : 230
f. The number of staff : 11
The facilities provided in the hostel are as follows:
• News papers
• Gas cooking
• Steam cooking
• Purified Mineral water plant
• Reading room
• Recreation facilities such as audio and video equipment
• Indoor games
• Health care - Dr.P.Ponmoorthyraja, M.B.B.S., visits the boy’s hostel thrice a
week and the girl’s hostel thrice a week from 5.30 P.M. to 6.30 P.M.
• Freezer and Fridge
• Generators (separate)
• A Beautician visits the girls’ hostel during Sundays.
• A Dhobi visits both the hostels daily
• A flower vendor visits the girls’ hostel daily
4.507 Guest houses
One guest room is available in the MBA Block with attached bathroom and furniture.
4.508 Canteen
Two canteens are available. 4.509 Communication facilities (Telephone ; STD; I SD)
• Telephone and STD facilities are available in both the hostels and the college
office.
• Two STD connections are provided for the benefit of the day scholars also.
• FAX and E-mail facilities are available in the college office.
• One Post -box is available in the college.
• Intercom facility with 32 terminals is available to facilitate the inter-departmental
activities and the official proceedings.
4.510 Electricity and lighting
• An uninterrupted power supply is ensured with two power generators of total 200
KV capacities in the College.
• Separate generators for the boy’s hostel and girl’s hostel are also provided.
• Sufficient tube lights inside the classrooms, laboratories and library.
• Sufficient lights in the corridors and Sodium vapour lamps for the roads inside the
campus.
• 400 fans inside the classrooms, staff rooms, laboratories and library.
• 27 Air conditioners are available inside the campus.
4.511 Transport
• 5 buses are available for the students and the staff from Virudhunagar, Sivakasi,
Sattur, Rajapalayam and Srivilliputhur
• 3 two-wheelers are available for the non-teaching faculty who indulge in
purchase things for College
4.512 landscape (approach roads /gardens and genera l ambience)
The college is situated 8 kms North of Sivakasi on the main road connecting
Sivakasi and Virudhunagar. Though it is a dry barren area, the campus is green with
trees and lawns to maintain greenery. To maintain the garden and to provide
uninterrupted water supply, there are 6 bore wells and 4 water tanks. The
architecture of the buildings gives a palatial look.
4.6 Best practices in development of infrastructure and Learning resources Best practices in Physical facilities for learning/ Maintenance of infrastructure/ Library as learning resource/ ICT as learning resources / other facilities / or Any Other quality initiative the Institution practices.
• Well ventilated laboratories and class rooms
• Safety precautions by providing twenty five fire extinguishers in all
laboratories and power room
• Uninterrupted power and water supply
• Security guards service is available to the college and hostels for 24 hours
• Free Mineral water supply to all the students, the staff in the college and
hostels
• Steam cooking in the boys’ hostel
• Free medicine and consultation for the students and staff in the college and
the hostels
• Each student is provided a separate computer for doing practical at a time
• A Language Lab with twenty computers and software is used by the students
of all the disciplines
• Free Internet facility to the staff and research scholars
• Free transport facility for the teaching and non-teaching faculties
• Free transport facility for students to carry out Co-curricular and Extra-
curricular activities
• A separate Estate Maintenance Department is available inside the campus to
maintain the infrastructure
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Criterion V
STUDENT SUPPORT AND PROGRESSION
5.1 Student progression 5.101 Monitors student progression The progress of the students is monitored at various levels as follows:
• A staff member who is handling a class is nominated to be in-charge of the class.
Besides, a counselling tutor is assigned to a group of about twenty students to
discuss their problems which hinder their progress. Tutorial classes are also
arranged periodically.
• After every test, the progress made by the students is monitored and reported to
the parents in the progress card. Remedial measures are taken in consultation
with the parents in person/ through phone. Two hours per week are allotted for
coaching the weak students after the regular college hours.
• Students’ attendance is monitored every fifteen days and reported to the parents
while sending the mark statement. Frequent absentees are given counselling to
maintain regularity in attendance.
• A students’ affairs committee is constituted to look into the grievances/ to monitor
the students’ progress/ to maintain discipline.
• For holistic development of the students the following cells and committees are
functioning effectively:
� Examination Wing
� Curriculum Development Cell
� Holistic Development Centre
� Publication Section
� Physically Challenged Students’ Care Wing
� Planning Forum
� Quiz Forum
� Competitive Examination Cell
� Eco Club
� Study Circle
� Human Resource Development Cell
� Institutional Animal Ethical Committee
� Entrepreneurship Development Cell
� Gender Cell
� Placement Cell
� Parent - Teacher Association
� An Array of eleven Departmental Associations
5.102 Makes efforts to reduce the drop-out rate
The total number of students who discontinued their studies this year is forty. They
discontinued due to various reasons like opting technical education, getting Job,
Police recruitment and Military Selection, Health problem, Personal reasons etc. The
efforts taken to reduce drop-out rate are as follows:
• Economically weak students are given financial assistance by the Management
to continue their education.
• Counselling is given to the students by the class teacher, the HOD, Counselling
tutor, the Vice-Principal and the Principal to continue their studies
• Earn – while - Learn opportunities are given to deserving students with good
attendance and good marks. Two students availed this opportunity
• Teaching faculties donate funds to bale out financially weak students
5.103 percentage progression to higher studies From UG to PG, from PG to research
Department UG to PG PG to Research Placed Commerce (R) 31 4 46 Tamil 16 2 1 Management Studies 7 - 14 Physics 16 - - Maths 25 1 - Information Technology 20 - 4 Computer Science 25 - 7
Computer Applications 31 - 4 Biotechnology 42 3 26 Hotel Management and Catering Science
- - 15
Pharmaceutical Chemistry - 1 6
5.104 Average Institutional academic performance in relation to the university average
The performance of our students in the University Examinations has been
consistently very good since the inception of our College. The results of the
academic year 2007-2008 are no exception. We have secured cent percent results
in six courses. In five courses the pass percentage is above 80. Sixteen students
have secured ranks at the Madurai Kamaraj University level.
Table showing the details of the results of our stu dents in the academic year 2007-2008
No. of Students Class Courses
Appeared Passed %
First Second Third UG Courses
B.A (Tamil) 27 22 81 20 2 - B.Sc (Maths) 24 20 74 15 4 1 B.Sc (Physics) 21 17 81 15 2 - B.Sc (B.T) 47 47 100 41 6 - B.Sc (H.M & C.S) 16 15 94 7 8 B.Sc (I.T) 34 28 82 28 - - B.Com (C.A) 39 33 85 26 7 - B.Com (R) 59 39 66 11 24 4 B.B.A 25 18 72 5 12 1
PG Courses M.A (Tamil) 4 4 100 4 - - M.Sc (Maths) 13 10 77 10 - - M.Sc (P.C) 21 11 52 11 - - M.Sc (B.T) 25 24 96 24 - - M.Sc (C.S) 10 10 100 10 - - M.Com 9 4 44 3 1 -
Research Courses M.Phil (B.T) 9 9 100 9 - - M.Phil (Commerce) 11 11 100 11 - -
5.105 Facilitate progression to employment
A Placement Cell is actively functioning in our College. It arranges on-campus
interviews for our students. Placement training is given through seminars on group
discussion, communication skills and facing interviews. Students are encouraged to
attend off-campus interviews.
Programmes conducted to facilitate placement for th e year 2007-2008
S.No. Date Activities Company Name /Resource Person
Participants
1. 25.07.07 Project Trainee
Celestial V Solutions, Bangalore and SRM Infotech, Sivakasi
All the students of Computer Science
2. 06.08.07
Demo on 'Communication Skill and Soft Skill Development'
Mr.Suresh babu Mr.Anand Kumar Everon System, Madurai
All PG students and final year UG students
3. 20.08.07
Seminar on 'How to face the interview'
S.Anand Dibus System Pvt. Ltd, Chennai
All PG students
4. 12.09.07
Seminar 'Importance of Group Discussion in an interview'
Mrs.A.Shyamala Lecturer in French, Sri Kaliswari College, Sivakasi
84 Students
5. 24.01.08
Seminar on 'Placement Training Programme'
Mr.P.Thirumeni Celta Centre, Srivilliputhur
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5.2 Student support 5.201 Ensures institutional information access and dissemination
The prospectus is updated annually. The prospectus provides clearly the following
details:
• Postal, E-mail and Website address of the College with phone and fax
numbers
• Brief history of the College
• Vision and Mission of the College
• List of various courses offered
• Fee structure
• Perspectives and Practices
• Special features
• Placement and Career Guidance Cell
• Laboratories and Library with photos
• Hostel Facilities and Health Centre
• Conveyance
• Eligibility norms for specific courses
• Information on documents to be produced during Admission
• Cost of the Application
• Infrastructure available
The contents of the handbook are given below:
• Prayer
• Profile of the College
• College Crest
• College Motto & College Flag
• Guidelines to the Students
• Secret of Victory
• Members of the Trust
• Members of the College committee
• List of Teaching Staff
• List of Non-Teaching Staff
• Courses offered
• Curriculum design
• Prizes and Awards
• Scholarships
• Fees Details
• College Rules
• Rules and Regulations for taking Leave
• Code of Conduct
• The Library
• College Calendar
• Class Time Table
• Test performance record
• Time Table for University Examination
• Absent Record
• Late Arrival Record
• No Dues Slip
5.202 Adequate student welfare measures (scholarshi ps, free ships, insurance etc.)
The financial aids available to the students are:
• State Government’s Adi Dravidar Department - SC/ST Post Matric
Scholarship
• Scholarship for the Children of Tamilnadu Agricultural Labourer
• Scholarship for Minority Communities
• Madurai Kamaraj University’s Endowment Scholarship to the meritorious
students
Above all the Management of the College provides financial support services to
encourage economically weaker students to complete their courses. They are as
follows:
• Free accommodation in the hostel for two students
• Free meals in the hostel for three students
• Free education for the entire course for eight students
• 50% concession in the payment of the Tuition fee for three students
• Financial support for Sports persons
The particulars of scholarship from the Government, other agencies and
Management aid-fund for the year 2007-2008 are given below:
Government Scholarship:
• SC/ST students scholarship (57 boys + 29 girls) (Rs.2,59,610.00)
• SC/ST Higher Educational Special Scholarship (4 boys + 6 girls)
(Rs.66,500.00)
• SC/ST students scholarship fresh (50 boys + 38 girls) (Rs.2,29,710.00)
• Minority Scholarship (3 boys) (Rs.14,050.00)
Other Agencies:
• University Endowment scholarship (2 boys + 8 girls) (Rs.10,500.00)
• Children for Agricultural Labour (1 girl + 7 boys)
• Marudhupandiyar Ara Kattalai and Maaveeran Sundarlingam Ara Kattalai
Scholarship from Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai (8 girls + 2 boys)
• Tamilnadu Police Centenary Scholarship
• Central Wakf Council Scholarship and Coffee Board Scholarship
• Aids from various Mahalir Mandram
• Nadar Mahajana Sangam
• Chennaivazh Thiruthangal Nadar Uravinmurai Dharma Fund
• Sornammal Trust
• Beedi Workers’ Association
• Cardamom Plantation Works Association
• Employees’ Welfare Funds from various industries in and around Sivakasi
Management Aid-Fund:
Our Management advanced an amount of Rs.34,900/- towards Management Aid-
Fund.
Fees Concession - 8
Free Meals - 3
Half Fee Concession - 3
Free Accommodation - 2 5.203 Adequate counselling services
• For the development of the students, tutorial classes were arranged. One
member of staff was nominated to be in-charge of each class. Besides the class
teacher, a counselling tutor was assigned for a group of about twenty students to
discuss their problems which hinder their progress.
• All the faculty in the Institution participate in academic counselling. The sixth
session of last VI Day order of every month was exclusively earmarked for this
purpose. Generally they discuss with students on their studies, discipline, and
other related problems.
Periodic meetings for counselling during the year 2 007-2008
S.No. Date Activities 1. 26.06.07 Instructions to the students about their behaviour inside the
campus
2. 05.07.07 Time wasted is Life wasted
3. 12.10.07 Behaviour of Kaliswarians outside the campus
4. 29.12.07 To elevate human relationships
5. 31.01.08 Profile of the students collected by the class teachers
6. 26.02.08 Performance in cycle tests
7. 28.03.08 Energy boosters to win Examinations
5.204 Adequate placement services
The services provided to the students through placement and counselling are as
follows:
• Providing career counselling
• Arranging seminars & training programs like mock interviews, personality
development programmes to enhance the soft skills of the students
• Conducting campus interviews
During the year 2007-2008, Career Guidance and Placement Cell of our College
arranged,
(i) On-campus interviews - 3
(ii) Off-campus interviews - 8
(iii) No. of students selected for placement – 48
Table showing the details of On-campus and Off-camp us interviews
during the year 2007-2008
S. No.
Date Activities Company Name /Resource Person
Participants Members selected
1. 04.07.07 &
06.07.07
Off-campus interview
Chemplast Sanmar Ltd. & Cipla Nurture Chennai held at
5 --
S.V.N. College, Madurai
2. 16.09.07 &
17.09.07
Off-campus interview
TCS Chennai held at Lakshmi Ammal Polytechnic College, Kovilpatti
84 Students from different disciplines
4
3. 16.10.07 Off-campus interview
Slash Support India Pvt. Ltd., Chennai, held at A.K. College of Arts and Science, Krishnankoil
120 Students from different disciplines
2
4. 19.11.07 On-campus interview
Hotel Le Royal Meridian
K.Robin Joel and S.Ragavendiran
2
5. 09.12.07
Off-campus interview first phase of interview ie. written test
Infosys Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore, held at Fathima College, Madurai
18 students from different disciplines
7
6. 11.12.07 On-campus interview
GRT Group of Hotels, Chennai
Renji Rajan and M.Jeyapal
2
7. 22.12.07
Off-campus interview final phase of Interview.-H
Infosys Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore held at Fathima College, Madurai
7 students from different disciplines
3
8. 31.01.08
First Phase of Interview ie. Extempore
Sutheriand Global Services, Chennai held at SFR College, Sivakasi
120 students from different disciplines
10
9. 05.02.08
Off-campus interview
IBM (BPO), Chennai held at S.V.N. College, Madurai
65 students from different disciplines
--
10. 08.02.08
On-campus interview
Vi-Microsystem, Chennai held at Sri Kaliswari College, Sivakasi
65 students from different disciplines
16
11. March 2008
Off-campus interview
Moralix, Virudhunagar
S.Sindhuja (III B.Sc (B.T) S.Manjula Devi (III B.Sc (Maths)
2
5.205 Provide health services optimally
• Mini Gym is provided to develop the physique of students
• Open Gym is used by the hostellers
• Gymnastics, Yoga classes and meditation classes were conducted
• Dr.P.Ponmoorthyraja, M.B.B.S., visits the college on all working days. Whenever
the need arises, students are also taken to the Doctor
• Health care - Dr.P.Ponmoorthyraja, M.B.B.S., visits the college boys’ hostel and
girls’s hostel regularly
• Awareness programmes on HIV were conducted by the RRC
Activities of Red Ribbon Club during the year 2007- 2008
Date Programme Chief Guest / Resource person
04.07.07 3 hour awareness programme on
‘Gynaecology’
Dr.Nandhini Pandian,
PAMC Hospitals, Madurai
19.09.07 10 hour module programme about
the awareness of HIV / AIDS
Mr.P.V.Selvaraj
Field Officer, RRC,
Virudhunagar District
• Two doubt boxes are installed (one in girls rest room and another in boys rest
room) to make queries about HIV. Mr.P.V.Selvaraj, Field Officer for RRC, used to
open the boxes and clear the doubts periodically
• Free medical camp was arranged for physically challenged students on 19th
December 2007
• UV treated Mineral water is supplied to all the students, teaching and non-
teaching staff members, to hostels and to canteens for drinking and cooking
• Periodical games classes are conducted. Well maintained play grounds, volley
ball courts, ball badminton courts, cricket ground, TT court are available.
• In the girls’ hostel two courts are available for tennikoit and shuttlecock
• Annual Sports Meet was conducted on 26th January 2008
5.206 Make the campus safe for students with adequa te security and lighting
• Uninterrupted power supply was provided
• Sufficient tube lights inside the classrooms, laboratories, library and inside the
campus
• Twenty-five Fire extinguishers are available in specific places inside the campus
• Lightning arrester is installed in the main building
• Security guards are employed for round the clock service
• Fencing is erected around the campus
• Earth Leakage Circuit Breakers and Miniature Circuit are provided for safe
handling of mains/ switches/ plugs
5.3 Student activities 5.301 Organize student cultural activities
• A Department-wise Talent show was conducted during the month of July 2007.
• A mega cultural show was arranged by the alumni of our college on 29th
December 2007 to the students of Sri Kaliswari College as an inter-departmental
activity. Kolam (white), Rangoli, Poem recitation in English, Tongue Twister
(English), Story telling (English), Light music (solo) were conducted. The prizes
to winners were sponsored by the Alumni Association.
• INFOSEA 2007 – an inter-collegiate cultural meet was organised by the
Department of Computer Science on 14th and 15th February 2007.
Mr.E.R.Naganathan, Reader & Head, Department of Computer Science,
Alagappa University, Karaikudi, was the chief guest of the meet. Totally twelve
colleges of Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai and Manonmaniam Sundaranar
University, Tirunelveli, participated in the meet. Nine events such as Quiz,
Software Marketing, Collage, etc. were conducted.
• On 28th December 2007, Ramanujam Day was celebrated as an inter-collegiate
programme. Thirteen batches of students from seven colleges exhibited their
mathematical models. A.K. Dharma Raja College, Rajapalayam won the first
prize.
• On 1st February 2008, a one day inter-collegiate competition was conducted by
the Department of Biotechnology. Six competitions were conducted – Pencil
drawing, Essay Writing, Quiz, Dumb-charade and Poster presentation were
conducted. Sadak Abdullah Abbah College bagged the shield.
• On 29th February 2008, the College Day was celebrated. A skit in English was
staged. An invocation dance (solo) and a group dance were also performed.
5.302 Access to and use of recreational / leisure t ime activities to students
• Playgrounds, courts, gymnasium, reading room, magazine section, TV in the
hostel, FM radio, Dish antenna
5.303 Sports and games facilities to students i) in door ii) out door Indoor games
• Table tennis
• Carom
• Chess
Out door games
o Standard volley ball court (3Nos.) - 36 m x 25m, 9684 sq ft
o Basket ball court(with free zone) - 30m x 18m, 5810 sq ft
o Ball badminton court (2 courts) - 24m x12m, 3098 sq ft
o Cricket field - 55 yards
circumference,
1,26,025 sq ft
o Tennikoit court (2 courts) - 40 ft x 18 ft, 720 sq ft
o Badminton court - 13.40m x
6.10m, 679.52 sq ft
o Kho – kho court - 29m x16m,
4992 sq ft
o Foot ball field - 60m x
115m,74,269 sq ft
o Track field - 200m
o Kabbadi court - 12.50mx10m, 1345 sq ft
5.304 Students participation in institutional sport s events
Table showing students’ participation in inter-coll egiate sports during the year 2007-2008
MEN
S.No. Date Name of the Game participated
Venue No. of students
participated 1. 27.08.07
to
29.08.07
M.K. University Inter-collegiate
‘D’ zone Men Cricket
Tournament
Sri Kaliswari
College, Sivakasi
16
2. 22.09.07 District level Inter-collegiate
Chess Tournament
Sri Kaliswari
College, Sivakasi
2
3. 28.09.07 M.K. University ‘D’ zone Hand
Ball Tournament
P.K.N. Arts
College,
Thirumangalam
12
4. 01.10.07 Inter-zone Basket Ball
Tournament
M.K. University
Gym, Madurai
1
5. 04.10.07 M.K. University Inter-collegiate
‘D’ zone Volley Ball
Tournament
Sports Stadium,
Virudhunagar
12
6. 08.10.07 M.K. University Inter-zone
Volley Ball Tournament
M.K. University,
Madurai
3
7. 12.10.07 ‘D’ zone Inter-collegiate Chess
Tournament
Ayya Nadar Janaki
Ammal College,
Sivakasi
4
8. 16.10.07 M.K. University Inter-collegiate
Athletic Meet 2007-08
M.G.R. Stadium,
Madurai
13
Table showing students participation in inter-colle giate sports during the year 2007-2008
WOMEN
S.No. Date Name of the Game participated
Venue No. of students
participated 1. 09.08.07 Women ‘B’ zone Kabaddi, Yadava Men 12
M.K. University Inter-collegiate College, Madurai
2. 14.08.07 Independence Day Mini
Marathan
Madurai Kamaraj
University, Madurai
5
3. 03.09.07 M.K. University ‘B’ Zone Inter-
collegiate Ball Badminton
Sri Kaliswari
College, Sivakasi
5
4. 03.09.07 M.K. University ‘B’ Zone Inter-
collegiate Chess Tournament
Sri Kaliswari
College, Sivakasi
2
5. 17.09.07 M.K. University ‘B’ Zone Inter-
collegiate Kho-Kho
Tournament
Madurai Kamaraj
University, Madurai
12
6. 20.09.07 M.K. University Inter-Zone
Kho-Kho Tournament
Madurai Kamaraj
University Gym,
Madurai
2
7. 22.09.07 A.M.S.G. Vijayakumar District
level Volley Ball Tournament
A.M.S.G.
Vijayakumar Volley
Ball Academy,
Sivakasi
6
8. 03.10.07 M.K. University ‘B’ Zone Inter-
collegiate Volley Ball
Tournament
Devanger Arts
College,
Aruppukkotai
6
9. 16.10.07 to
18.10.07
M.K. University Athletic Meet M.G.R. Stadium,
Madurai
3
5.4 Best practices in student support and progressi on
Best practices in student progression /student supp ort/ student activities/ or any other quality initiative in the institution.
• Cycle Tests and Model Examinations were conducted and evaluated within a
week
• Monitoring the students progress by tutorial meetings
• Progress cards were sent to the parents after each cycle test and model exam
• Marks obtained in the University Examinations by each student were intimated to
the parents by post
• Special guest lectures by experts in the field were arranged for the benefit of
students
• Credit of attendance was given to fast learners for presenting papers and
participating in seminars
• Cash awards were given to the winners of inter-collegiate competitions
• Two students by name P.Vijayanand, III B.Com (CA) and J.Jeyanthkumar, III
B.Com (CA) were honoured in our college day function for publishing the books
entitled “Basic concepts of Stock market” and “Creatures” respectively.
• Meritorious first generation learners from remote rural areas were identified and
felicitated on College Day as ‘Rural Stars’
• Financial assistance was provided by the Management and other industries in
and around Sivakasi
• Free term fees, free hostel mess fees under sports quota, concession in term
fees and free meals were provided by the Management to the students
• Free medical treatment and medicines were provided to the students
• Special meetings were conducted to improve the performance of slow learners
• Counselling was given to students to the wholesome development of their
personality
• Tutorial classes were arranged for the development of the students.
• After every test, the progress made by the students was monitored and reported
to the parents by post.
• Remedial measures were taken in consultation with the parents in person/
through phone.
• Two hours per week were allotted to improve the standard of slow learners after
the regular college hours.
• Students’ attendance was monitored and reported to the parents along with the
mark statement.
• Counselling was given to the frequent absentees to maintain regularity in
attendance.
• A students affairs committee was constituted to look into the grievances and to
maintain discipline.
• The following cells and committees were functioning effectively for the holistic
development of the students:
� Examination Wing
� Curriculum Development Cell
� Holistic Development Centre
� Publication Section
� Physically Challenged Students’ Care Wing
� Planning Forum
� Quiz Forum
� Competitive Examination Cell
� Eco Club
� Study Circle
� Human Resource Development Cell
� Institutional Animal Ethical Committee
� Entrepreneurship Development Cell
� Gender Cell
� Placement Cell
� Parent-Teacher Association
� An Array of eleven Departmental Associations
*****
Criterion VI
GOVERNENCE AND LEADERSHIP
6.1 Institutional vision and leadership 6.101 Vision, mission and goals of the institution in tune with the objectives of higher education
The Vision of the Institution is
“To impart Quality Higher Education to produce highly talented youth capable of
developing the nation”
The Mission of the Institution is
• Ensuring quality in all aspects of the activities
• Developing the latent skills of the rural youth
• Providing value based education – to instil courage and confidence
• Nurturing the entrepreneurial skills of the rural youth
• Fostering competency among the students to meet global challenges
• Imbibing social awareness and social responsibilities
6.102 Demonstration of effective leadership in inst itutional governance
• The Secretary of our College Managing Committee makes periodic visits to the
Institution to ensure that the infrastructure and other facilities are adequate to
impart quality higher education in this remote area.
• The academic, co-curricular and extra curricular activities of the Institution are
planned ahead and carried out systematically by the Head of the Institution.
• The Secretary is briefed of the proceedings of the Institution by the Principal and
the valuable suggestions by the Secretary are sought to run the Institution
effectively.
• Academic performance of the teaching faculty scrutinized by the subject expert
under video coverage is viewed by the Secretary and action is taken accordingly.
6.103 Management by fact, information and objective s
• The Management acts on the basis of the facts and information furnished by the
Head of the Institution
• By providing adequate infrastructural facilities, adequate members of staff,
adequate fund to carry out curricular and extra-curricular activities
• Easy accessibility of Secretary to carry out our activities on the campus
• Guiding the staff by e-mail communication
• Financial assistance to the staff and students
6.104 Reforms in education (structure and resources )
• Certificate Course on Journalism and Certificate Course on Gandhian Thought
were introduced.
• Additional sections in B.B.A., B.Com.(Regular), B.Sc.(Computer Science) and
B.C.A. were started to meet the demand for such courses
• Exclusive Departments were set up for Information Technology, Computer
Science and Computer Applications to ease the administration
• An additional Computer Laboratory with 97 systems was installed to provide
hand–on experience to all computer science students
• Tissue Culture Lab in Biotechnology was installed to enhance research activity
on the campus
• Additional rooms were built to accommodate additional sections
6.105 Valuing employees (faculty and non teaching s taff)
• The academic competance of the teaching staff was scrutinized by subject
experts under video coverage and valuable suggestions were offered for better
performance
• Feedback was obtained from the staff about the HOD
• Feedback was obtained from the HOD about the staff
• Feedback was obtained from the Principal about the HOD
• Feedback was obtained from the staff about the Principal
• Feedback was obtained from the non-teaching staff about the teaching faculties
6.2 Organizational arrangements 6.201 Structural organization as per norms
Flow chart showing the Organisational structure of the Institution
Members of Sri Kaliswari Trust:
Thiru.A.S.Rajappan - Chairman
Thiru.A.S.Chinna Nadar - Member
Thiru.A.N.Palanichamy - Member
Thiru.A.N.Shenbagamoorthy - Member
College Managing Committee
Secretary
Principal
Head of the Department
Administrative Officer
Teaching Staff
Office Superintendent
Non-Teaching Staff
Sri Kaliswari Trust
Conveners of various quality circles
College Council Committee
Vice-Principal
Thiru.A.P.Selvarajan - Member
Objectives of Sri Kaliswari Trust:
a) To establish, organise, maintain and run a Charitable Institution for providing
relief to the poor and needy by organising free/ subsidised food and clothing.
b) To establish, organise, maintain Institutions like orphanages, homes, for
the benefit of children in aiding their educational environmental and cultural uplift
and rehabilitating them properly in the society.
c) To establish, manage and run institutions for the benefit of the destitute
women and aged persons ensuring their special security and in aiding
their educational, cultural and social uplift.
d) To establish, manage and administer educational institutions, like schools,
colleges, technical institutions etc. on modern lines to impart sound
education to children, youth and grownups as the times would
require it.
e) To establish, organise and administer medical Institutions like hospitals,
clinics, laboratories, to treat all diseases on modern lines utilising the
latest techniques and advancement.
f) To establish, organise and run scientific research Institutions and to carry
out extensive and intensive studies of all or any of the objects mentioned
above.
g) To carry out charity activities, distribute alms, presentations, donations,
contributions, stipends, scholarships, loans and to do all other things to help the
poor and the needy as the resources of the trust would permit.
h) To acquire, construct, maintain, places of public utility, particularly
community centres, etc., for the social, cultural and spiritual
advancement and benefit of the people at large.
i) To establish, manage, administer, carry on and conduct all other activities,
educational charitable, social and cultural activities and do all such other
things as are incidental and conducive to enlarge the scope and activities
of the trust and its objectives.
j) The Trust shall carry out the objectives within India.
k) The Trust shall not carry out any business activity.
l) The Trustees shall not be paid any remuneration, share in profits or
otherwise, except any payments by way of reimbursement of actual
expenses incurred in the course of carrying out the activities
of the trust.
Members of the College Managing Committee:
Thiru.A.S.Rajappan - President
Thiru.A.N.Shenbagamoorthy - Vice-President
Thiru.A.P.Selvarajan - Secretary
Thiru.A.N.Ramasamy - Treasurer
Thiru.A.S.P.Arumugaa Selvan - Joint Treasurer
Thiru.A.S.Chinna Nadar - Member
Thiru.A.N.Palanichamy - Member
Thiru.A.N.Annamalaichamy - Member
Dr.(Mrs.) S.Kanmani, (Principal) - Member
Dr. R. Ramaraj, - University Representative Reader, Dept. of Physical Chemistry, School of Chemistry, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai. (01.04.2007 to 31.03.2009)
The functions of the College Managing Committee are :
• Planning the ways and means to achieve the vision of the institution
• Taking all administrative and academic decisions
• Approving the college Budget
• Deciding the infrastructural development as per the requirement
• Approving the courses to be introduced as per the suggestions given
by the Principal
The functions of the College Council are:
• All kinds of disciplinary actions to be discussed and actions to be taken
• Organization and execution of all important functions at the college level
• Redressal of grievances of students and staff members
• Periodic reporting about the development of the College to the
Secretary
• Governing and monitoring the activities of the various committees
• Framing the rules and regulations, and code of conduct and amending
them with prior approval from the Secretary
• Planning the introduction of new courses
• Monitoring the syllabus completion as per the plan given by the
departments
• Getting the syllabus completion letters from the faculty
6.202 Informal arrangements and committees
The meetings held and the decisions made during the last year are given here
under:
• Finance:
The Proposals and the budgets for each department for the academic year were
received and the total budget was prepared and sent to the college committee of
Management. It convened a meeting at the beginning of the academic year. This
year the committee met on 27.05.2007. The members discussed and approved
the budget. Short term budget for organising seminars and conferences was
approved by the Management as and when the proposal was submitted by the
department.
• Infrastructure:
At the end of every academic year, the proposal for infrastructural developments
pertaining to new courses to be introduced is submitted by the College Council to
the College Managing Committee and it meets and discusses to approve the
proposal.
• Faculty:
Whenever there is a vacancy for teaching staff, the concerned department head
would inform the Principal and the Management. The Management, in
consultation with the Principal, grants permission to fill up the vacancy.
It is the convention of the institution to have faculty meetings under the banner of
Faculty Academic Forum. The matters to be discussed with and conveyed to
faculty are carried out in the meetings. The Management meets the faculty
through this forum four times in an academic year. Principal – Faculty
meetings, Management- Faculty meetings and all other programmes and
meetings relating to faculty are held through this forum. Every meeting is held
under the presidentship of the Principal. A Staff Club is functioning to develop
good relationship among all the faculties and to facilitate easy conveyance of
message.
• Academic Research Committee:
The Institution has a committee for developing and monitoring academic
research activities of the institution. The following faculty members are
actively involved as Academic Research Committee members.
Dr.(Mrs) S.Kanmani, Principal - Chairman
Dr. P. Dhasarathan - Convenor
Dr. K. Ramesh Kannan - Member
Dr. V. Pandidurai - Member
Dr. P. Theriappan - Member
Dr. N. Ramesh - Member
Dr. S. Parvathi - Member
Dr. D. Sangaiya - Member
Dr. M. Karpagam - Member
Mr. L. Sakthi Kumar - Member
Besides the research committee we have seventeen quality circles and an array of
eleven associations.
Sri Kaliswari College
Curricular Wing
General Body
Non-curricular Wing
6.203 Decentralization and participative management
The College Management Committee has authorised the Secretary to act on behalf
of the Committee. The Secretary is the overall authority of the institution. The
Principal is vested with all administrative and academic powers. The Principal
together with the College Council decides the academic activities of the
Institution. For effective functioning of the College, the Principal delegates certain
administrative and controlling powers to Heads of Departments and Administrative
Officer. The Administrative Officer is vested with the power to look into the
functioning of the office. The Principal, the Chief-warden, delegates powers to the
wardens to look after the day to day affairs of the hostel and inmates. The Principal,
the Chairperson of all committees functioning in the institution, empowers the
convenors of the committees to execute the activities.
6.206 Effective functioning of Grievance cell
1. Initiating future vision circle 2. Human relation bridge circle 3. Study circle 4. Keep fit circle 5. Publications circle 6. Public relation circle 7. Tapping the hidden talents circle 8. Holistic development circle 9. Knowledge enriching circle
Academic Centre Non-academic Centre Buffer Zone
1. Active Vigilance circle 2. Array of 11 associations
1. Academic performance Grading circle 2. Students welfare circle
1. Estate Maintenance circle 2. Homely residence circle 3. Faculty improvement circle 4. Student support services 5. Admission circle
Service motto circle
A suggestion box has been installed for the benefit of the students, so that they may
express their grievances. The box is opened once in a week and appropriate steps
are taken to solve their problems.
Grievances and suggestions are heard in the tutorial meetings also.
• Revision of bus fare
• Revision of hostel menus
• Constructing overhead tanks to distribute drinking water
• Adding fans and light to the classrooms
• Changing the colour of the paint on the walls of the lab
• Installing extra windows in the classrooms and labs etc.
are some of the grievances redressed by the Grievance Cell.
6.207 Cell for preventing sexual harassment
The Gender Cell and the Students Affairs Committee are ready to take care of the
complaints regarding sexual harassment. Anyhow no such complaints are received
inside the campus.
6.3 Strategy development and deployment 6.301 Perspective plan documents
Report on work load for each semester is received from the Heads of the
departments and the vacancies are filled up duly. At the commencement of each
semester work plan is prepared by each department and submitted to the Principal
for the effective functioning of the academic activities.
6.302 Strategic action plan and schedules for futur e development
• To construct additional classrooms and one Computer Lab in anticipation of the
additional sections in Computer Science, Commerce, BBA and BCA.
• To construct an Audio-Visual room.
• To enhance the number of college buses in addition to the existing three.
• To establish one more canteen
• To construct additional rooms and overhead tank in the girls’ hostel
• To conduct .Net courses for the students in collaboration with TANDEM Institute,
Madurai
• To conduct spoken English classes for the students of Hotel Management &
Catering Science in collaboration with Celta Centre, Srivilliputhur
• To conduct Cell phone servicing class for enthusiastic students
6.303 Deployment with systems perspective
Department requirements and activities were discussed at department level. The
proceedings were forwarded to the Secretary through the Principal. The Secretary
concedes the requirements and routed them through the Principal. Similarly all other
committees/ cells/wings also adopted the same procedure.
6.304 Institutional approach to decision making
• All the academic and administrative decisions were taken after discussion in the
council meeting.
• The minutes of the meeting are forwarded to the Secretary for approval and
implementation
• Fourteen council meetings were conducted during the year 2007-2008
6.4 Human resource management 6.401 Institutional initiatives in planning the man power (teaching and non teaching staff)
The work load of each Department was assessed for the academic year 2007-2008
as per the University norms. The detailed report of the work load and the need for
staff recruitment were sent to the Head of the Institution well in advance.
Based on the requirement, teaching and non-teaching staff members were
appointed.
No. of teaching staff newly appointed - 19
No. of non-teaching staff newly appointed - 5
6.402 Institutional initiatives to fill up vacancie s
Whenever there is a vacancy for teaching staff,
• Applications are called for through advertisements in newspapers stating
the basic qualifications required
• Applications received are screened on the basis of the candidates’
academic qualifications and experience and then the selected
candidates are called for personal interview
• The Selection Committee comprises the Secretary, Principal, Vice-Principal, a
subject expert and the HOD.
• After the personal interview, a suitable candidate for the existing vacancy is
selected as per the recommendation of the Selection Committee.
6.403 Compliances of GOI/ State Govt. policies on r equirement (access, equity, gender sensitivity and differentl y-abled)
Appointments are made purely on the basis of merit. The number of staff members
serving this Institution for the year 2007-2008:
Teaching staff
Male staff - 53
Female staff - 64
Differently-abled staff - 01
Non-teaching staff
Male staff - 35
Female staff - 21
6.404 Conducts self appraisal of teaching and non- teaching staff
Self-appraisal forms duly filled in by staff members and verified by the respective
HODs were collected at the end of the academic year.
The Institution appraises the performance of the teaching staff on the basis of the
self-appraisal reports.
6.405 Conducts performance appraisal regularly
The performance appraisal is conducted regularly at the end of every academic
year.
6.406 Specific complaints/ legal enquiry about the Institution functioning
NIL 6.407 Continuously makes efforts to improve the ove rall organizational effectiveness, capabilities, development, acti on and review
Table showing the plan proposals initiated and impl emented
Proposals initiated Implemented
� Certificate in Journalism
� Additional sections in four UG
courses
� MBA course
� University Diploma course in
Gandhian Thought
� Separate toilets designed to the
needs of physically challenged
students
• University Diploma course in
Gandhian Thought
• University Certificate in
Journalism
• Additional section in four
under-graduate courses
6.408 Conducts programme for professional developme nt of staff
Faculty Academic Forum organised Faculty Improvement programmes to update the
knowledge and expertise of the teaching staff.
• A One-day orientation programme on ‘Faculty Improvement for quality
education’ (with special reference to self-financing colleges) was organized at
the Conference Hall on 8th June, 2007. Dr.Ilamathian Elangovan, Director,
UGC Staff College, University of Madras, was the Resource person.
• A one-day workshop on 'Techniques in Teaching' was organized at the
Conference Hall on 9th June 2007. Dr.S.Swaminatha Pillai, UGC Visiting
Professor, Department of Educational Technology, Bharathidasan University,
Tiruchi and Dr.Stars Jasmine, Dept. of Humanities and Social Studies, Anna
University, Chennai, were the Resource persons.
• An 'Awareness programme on NAAC Re-accreditation' was organized on 10th
August, 2007. Mr.V.Sudhakar, Head, Dept. of Commerce and
Mr.P.K.Balamurugan, Head, Dept. of Management Studies, Sri Kaliswari
College, were the resource persons.
• On 3rd December 2007, Mr.A.Thangamani, Head of the Zoology Dept. (Retd),
Ayya Nadar Janaki Ammal College, Sivakasi, delivered a lecture on 'Journey
Towards Excellence'.
6.5 Financial management and resource mobilization 6.501 Budgetary provisions for academic and administrativ e activities (including maintenance)
Annual Income for the year 2007-2008 - Rs.2,13,29,902.82
Total Expenditure for the year 2007-2008 - Rs.2,47,00,221.28
6.502 Optimal utilization of budget
Total Budget for the year 2007-2008 - Rs.2,00,00,000.00
Utilisation of the budget - Rs.2,47,00,000.00
6.503 Monitoring financial management practices thr ough internal audit
Since it is a self-financing Institution, the Institution has only an internal audit system.
There has not been any audit objection so far.
6.504 Regularity in external audit
Being a self-financed Institution, there is no provision for external audit.
6.505 Institutional initiatives for mobilization of resources
Financial resources are mobilized only through the Trust. Donations were not
collected from any other source.
Table showing the Fee structure for various courses for the academic year 2007-2008
Courses
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B.Com. (R) 25 3000 290 -- 200 100 195 3810 B.Com. (CA) 25 2000 290 2000 200 100 195 4810 B.B.A. 25 3000 290 -- 200 100 195 4310 B.A. (Tamil) 25 2000 290 -- 200 100 195 2810 B.Sc. (C.S) 25 2000 290 2000 200 100 195 4810 B.Sc. (I.T) 25 2000 290 2000 200 100 195 4810 B.C.A. 25 2000 290 2000 200 100 195 4810 B.Sc. (Maths) 25 2000 290 -- 200 100 195 2810 B.Sc. (Physics) 25 2000 290 1000 200 100 195 3810 B.Sc. (Biotechnology)
25 3000 290 4000 200 100 195 7810
B.Sc. (HM & CS)
25 12000 290 -- 200 100 195 12810
B.Sc. (Chemistry)
25 2000 290 1000 200 100 195 3810
M.Com. 25 4000 290 -- 300 200 195 5010 M.Sc. (C.S) 25 3000 290 4000 300 200 195 8010 M.Sc. (Biotechnology)
25 8000 290 10000 300 200 195 19010
M.Sc. (Pharma. Chemistry)
25 4000 290 5000 300 200 195 10010
M.Sc. (Maths) 25 2000 290 -- 300 200 195 3010 M.A. (Tamil) 25 2000 290 -- 300 200 195 3010 M.Phil. (Commerce)
25 2000 290 -- 300 200 195 3010
M.Phil. (Biotechnology)
25 2000 290 5000 300 200 195 8010
The fees are revised annually.
6.6 Best Practices in governance and leadership
Best practices in Institutional vision and leadership/ Organizational arrangements/ Strategy development and depl oyment / Human Resource Management / Financial Management and Resource Mobilization / or any other quality initiat ive the institution practices.
The Institution has a noble vision and perspective to provide quality education
especially to the rural people in and around Sivakasi. This ambition has become
a reality because of the great efforts taken by the Management in the form of
• Providing adequate financial resources for infrastructure and all constructive
academic programmes
• Recruiting sufficient number of staff for better activities on the
campus
• Constituting separate committees with the Principal as Chairperson, a senior
staff member as Convenor and the staff as members
• Discussing all matters pertaining to the College development with the
members of various committees
• The students are involved in executing departmental activities
• Nominal course fee is collected from the students
The faculty is involved in decision-making process in the following manner:
• By taking all vital academic decisions in the College Council consisting of
the Principal and all Heads of Departments
• By planning academic and department activities in staff meetings and
department staff meetings respectively and executing them as per the
decision taken
• By delegating authorities and responsibilities to the staff as convenors,
coordinators and members in various committees
• By giving due representation to staff members in all decision making bodies
and committees.
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Criterion VII
INNOVATIVE PRACTICES
7.1 Internal quality assurance system 7.101 System structure
Members of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell:
Sri.A.P.Selvarajan, Secretary
- Patron
Dr.(Mrs.) S.Kanmani, Principal -
Chair Person
Prof.A.Rajendran, Vice-Principal -
Co-ordinator
Mr.P.Arumugam, Administrative Officer -
Member
Prof.S.Karuppiah, HOD of Physics -
Member
Prof.S.Alagappan, HOD of Chemistry -
Member
Prof.Pitchaikani Prabhakaran, HOD of Mathematics - Member
Prof.V.Chandrabose, HOD of English -
Member
Prof.V.Sudhakar, HOD of Commerce -
Member
Prof.P.K.Balamurugan, HOD of Management Studies - Member
Dr.S.Sampath, Trichy
- Advisor
Prof.E.Gorden, Sivakasi
- Advisor
7.102 System Functions
• To enhance academic quality
• To monitor the administrative procedure and academic activities on the campus
• To introduce innovation in teaching and learning process
• To introduce more enrichment programmes to cater to the needs of the local
community
• To offer suggestions to remove drawbacks
• To conduct extra curricular activities effectively after regular working hour
7.103 Students participation in quality enhancement / quality assurance
Students were involved in
• Doing project work and thesis writing
• Presenting papers in national and international seminars, conferences, and
symposiums
• Organising state/national seminars, conferences, symposiums and association
meetings
• Presenting their feedback regarding the completion of the syllabus,
performance of staff, quality of laboratories, library and infrastructure
• Various committees of hostels
7.104 Institutional initiatives in institutionalizi ng and internalising best practices and innovation
The Institution strives hard to achieve the goals and objectives by taking all
measures to create a conducive atmosphere for effective teaching – learning.
Nineteen Quality Circles are formed to monitor the activities and to promote
academic excellence on the campus by
• Maintaining a calm atmosphere on the campus
• Taking all initiatives for an excellent infrastructure augmentation to match the
academic growth
• Equipping all departments with state-of-the-art equipment
• Utilising the available resources in an optimal way
• Encouraging staff members to pursue higher studies, to attend seminars,
workshops, conferences, symposiums, faculty development programmes and to
undertake consultancy services
• Decentralizing the power and responsibilities in all academic and administrative
work in a scientific way
• Providing student support services like curricular support services, co-curricular
support services, financial support services, non-financial support services,
career support services, welfare support services etc.
• Maintaining discipline on the campus as well as in the hostel
• Conducting department association meetings to share the knowledge gained by
any faculty member who has attended conference/ seminar/ workshop/
symposia.
• Honouring the teaching faculties who have 100% attendance in the academic
year.
• Honouring the teaching faculties and students who have published books on the
college day stage.
• Honouring the teaching faculty who have published papers in international
Journals
7.105 Continuously add value to students through en hancement in quality of education.
Enhancing the quality of education by
• Introducing as many as twenty Value Added Courses
• Introducing one more University Diploma Course in Gandhian Thought
in addition to the existing other certificate courses
• Introducing one more University Certificate Course in Journalism
• Conducting competitive examinations in Thirukkural
• Conducting Tutorial meetings
• Introducing computer enrichment courses for non-computer students
• Enhancing communication skills, by giving training to students in the language
lab
• Conducting career enrichment programmes such as Jewel making, Embroidery,
Glass painting and Cloth embossing
7.2 Inclusive practices 7.201 Practices to facilitate inclusion and academi c performance of socially disadvantaged groups.
The following activities are carried out to improve the academic performance of the
socially disadvantaged groups by:
• Conducting remedial classes for SC/ST students
• Entitling them to borrow additional number of books from the Library at a time
• Providing extra coaching for those with arrears in the previous Semester
Examinations
• Arranging special lecture on ‘Scholarship and Employment’ to create awareness
of the job opportunities and various financial assistance
7.202 Special initiatives to promote empowerment of students from rural / tribal area
The following are the activities carried out to promote empowerment of students
from rural area by:
• Conducting career enrichment programmes such as jewel making, embroidery,
Glass painting and Cloth embossing
• Enhancing communication skills by training students in the language lab
• Identifying the first generation meritorious learners and honouring them as the
‘Rural Stars’ on the occasion of College day celebration.
• Plying college buses to remote rural areas at nominal fare.
• Extending financial assistance to rural students like T.Ramalakshmi, M.Com.,
and P.Ayyanar, M.A.(Tamil) through ‘earn while you learn’ scheme
• Exposing the rural school students (students from Sankaralingapuram Govt. Hr.
Sec. School) to all the labs and mathematical models on our campus
7.203 Institutional sensitivity towards gender and differently-abled wards.
We don’t have a gender audit and gender related sensitizing courses for the
staff/students. However we are organising
• Legal awareness programmes
• Computer literacy programmes
• Self-employment programmes
• Women’s day celebrations
Differently-abled students are accommodated in ground floor itself for taking the test
for their convenience.
7.204 Incremental academic growth of the students a dmitted from disadvantaged sections
The total number of SC students who have completed the undergraduate course
during the academic year 2007-2008 is 19 girls and 30 boys. Out of the total 49
students as many as 35 students have secured first class. Among those who have
secured around 50% in Higher Secondary examinations, 8 students have secured
first class marks (60% and above) in their Degree Examinations. Besides they have
undergone four Value Added Certificate Courses offered by the Institution and
passed them also.
7.3 Stakeholder relationships
7.301 Societal perception of stakeholders (includes – parents, alumni and others)
Parent- Teacher meeting:
• By interacting with parents to apprise them of their children’s performance on
the campus
• By briefing them of various measures taken in the interest of the students
• By responding to the Parent’s positive suggestions for the betterment of their
wards
No. of meetings held at various levels:
College level (27.06.2007) - 1
Department level -
10
Boys’ hostel
- 2
Frequent meetings separately with parents & teachers by HODs, Vice-Principal and
Principal
The functions of Alumni Association were:
• To collect e-mail addresses of our alumni to know their positions
• To take suitable steps to assist the economically poor students of our College
• To conduct intra-collegiate competition to enhance the skill of the students
• To donate the old books to the Department Library
• To help the final year students for better placement and for higher studies
7.302 Focus on social responsibilities
Students are involved in helping the society by,
• Donating blood
• Planting saplings
• Conducting eye medical camp
• White-washing the school building
• Repairing the damaged road
• Removing the waste paper and used polythene bags
• Offering career guidance to the higher secondary school students in and
around Sivakasi
• Conducting Co-optex exhibition-cum-sales on our campus
• Regulating the devotees in
(i) car festival function at Srivilliputhur
(ii) Thiruvannamalai temple festival in the month of Purattasi
• Erecting Bus timing information at Sivakasi Bus stand and Traffic rule
hoardings in various terminals of Sivakasi
7.303 Evidences for student satisfaction
Feedbacks were obtained from the final year students regarding the completion of
the syllabus, performance of the staff, the quality of laboratories, library and
infrastructure. A good number of students expressed their satisfaction.
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