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The course on food processing emphasizes practical skills for addressing hygiene challenges and promoting community health. The experienced faculty, aged 27 to 50, are pursuing PhDs and have significant industrial experience, offering strong support in core subjects. Course assessments include internal marks evaluated 2 out of 3 times in CAT exams and a balanced 50:50 evaluation in the final semester. Attendance is crucial. The manageable fee structure includes Rs. 1,00,000 annually for government counseling students and Rs. 1,25,000 for management quota students, with no additional charges throughout the course.
Hostel fees are Rs. 80,000 annually, covering food, stay, and snacks. Bus fees have recently increased by Rs. 2,000 due to petrol price hikes. The college boasts a robust placement record, with over 90% of students securing jobs, though opportunities are more abundant in the IT sector compared to Food Technology. Students start placement preparations in the 6th semester, with the highest package at Rs. 10 lakh per annum and an average of Rs. 4 lakh per annum.
Internships in companies like Meghraj and Intersnack offer stipends of Rs. 7,000 and Rs. 9,000 per month, respectively. Scholarships are available, including Rs. 10,000 per year for agriculture students and Rs. 8,000 for BC students, alongside SC/ST and BC/MBC scholarships from the Tamil Nadu government. Additional scholarships exist for hostel residents, and a central government post-merit scholarship is offered. Students can earn credits through NPTEL or language courses, with final-year projects available in collaboration with companies.
Tuition fees have remained stable over five years, though donations vary by department, being higher for IT and CS.
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