Prof. N. Sivanesan is the Principal of Sri Krishna Engineering College, Chennai. He has pursued a B.E. degree from Bharath Institute of Science & Technology, an M.E. degree from Jerusalem College of Engineering, and has also done a Doctor of Philosophy from Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies. Additionally, he has more than 23 years of experience in teaching and research and has published many research papers.

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In what ways do you attempt to adopt an aspect of realism in subjects and introduce more and more industry-type ideas?

Yes, at Sri Krishna Engineering College, the teaching-learning process is designed practically by incorporating modules and projects that are more inclined towards the professional world. Through agreements, we work with major companies to jointly develop course materials that reproduce existing practices and tools. Facilities contained in the centers are well equipped, comprising labs, workshops, and live projects to make the students engage in practices. We also help guide our students into internships and co-op programs so that students can get the actual feel of real-life experiences. To achieve this, we invite guest speakers from industries and organize industry visits that assist the students in not only being informed but also being professionals who can apply solutions in practice.

Regarding the question of how you go about planning the curriculum, how frequently is it revised to be advantageous for the students?

The curriculum strategy in Sri Krishna Engineering College depends on relevance and excellence. The reviews are biannual, where we integrate a committee of university scholars, industry professionals, and our alumni. This committee evaluates the flow in the market and the needs of the industry to guarantee that our courses are relevant. We also take feedback from the students and employers to find out the deficit and the scope required. New elective courses and specialized courses as per the system of Anna University are added as per the requirement of technology. Such an arrangement signifies that our students get continuous input that prepares them for their professional careers.

What procedures recommended by the department have to be followed by the students to be equipped with the required skills?

Much the same way our department in Sri Krishna Engineering College employs the following solvers to enable the student to develop necessary skills: Operationalizing fun in learning, we encourage the use of group projects and peer mentoring. These research facilities for efficient and academic experiments and research are open for students to work with. We also provide programs for skills (hard and soft) training, including coding boot camps, leadership training, and other communication training. Both national and international competitions, like Smart India Hackathons, are conducted to imbibe the ethos of competition and develop practical problem-solving skills. Such impressions affirm the fact that programs, courses, departments, and colleges operate to make sure that our students are marketable.

What difficulties have you come across/are coming across in your endeavor to raise the standard of education in your department?

I agree because one of the most important problems that Sri Krishna Engineering College faces is the problem of updating the curriculum and learning-teaching approaches due to the fast rate of technological advancement. Moreover, there is the problem of the conflict of academic theories with practical experiences; thus, constant reinforcement with sophisticated equipment and research centers is called for. Searching for talented and skilled faculty who can teach from academic and practical knowledge is also a challenge. To counter these, we have strategic alliances with leading industries, the endowment of infrastructure and development, and the comprehensive faculty development program implemented. All these efforts assist in keeping up as well as enhancing the standard of learning even if the situation looks hard and repellent.

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What was your vision when you joined the college and how are you attempting to achieve that productive vision currently?

When I first set foot into Sri Krishna Engineering College, the dream that was brewing in my mind was to build an institution that would be a producer of technically sound and innovative engineers for society. For this, with the help of advanced technology and effective teaching methods, we have to improve the curriculum of our schools. We have developed a culture of research and engaged in an interdisciplinary teamwork approach to finding solutions to real-life issues. Building close industry relations and offering sufficient opportunities for students’ internships and placements have also been done. This vision has not been very far from becoming a reality due to the daily efforts at improving our infrastructure and the kind of culture that we are cultivating at our company.

In what manner does the curriculum of your college protect the significant practices of the industry?

In this regard, at Sri Krishna Engineering College, our curriculum is well articulated for it to meet the general trends of the market. Industry specialists are regularly involved in our programs’ development and their reviews for it so that our courses incorporate the latest industry practice and developments. The use of practical training modules, industry-sponsored projects, and real-world case studies is our curriculum’s key part. Besides, their collaborations with prominent enterprises enhance guest speakers, internships, and research work that help the learners to get an actual picture of what goes on in business. Achieving this goal is advisable through adopting a holistic view; this helps to ensure that by the time our graduates are readily competent in the market and at par with the ever-rising standards.

How does the college improve faculty’s competencies and equip them appropriately for the market?

The professional growth and development of our faculty members is highly regarded at Sri Krishna Engineering College. We are continued in association with the development programs, workshops, and seminars that are compatible with the industrial modalities and burgeoning. The faculty is required to take internships in industries, attend conferences, and also to be involved in research projects with industries. We also help the faculty members in their endeavor to undergo higher studies and course certifications for enhanced knowledge. This way, our outstanding faculty is trained to provide education that complies with the highest standards of practice in the industry, ensuring that our students receive the very best.

How are you supposed to identify the college’s major assets and how can they be enhanced?

Accounting for the many courses offered, one of the biggest assets is the pragmatic exposure and industry interaction at Sri Krishna Engineering College. Having substantive contacts with top organizations and possessing modern infrastructure is the sound foundation for students to acquire practicum. To enhance these strengths even more, it has been deemed necessary to develop more research activities and boost our investment in advanced technologies. Focusing on the alumni and using them and their connections in industries as sources of mentoring and job placements can also greatly develop our college. This way, strengthening the infrastructure and making people embrace change, staying devoted to developing the best practices, and thus achieving constant high performance.

What great tips can you give the students so that they may have a fruitful future in their careers?

I would like to advise the students of Sri Krishna Engineering College to be active and curious learners. Be open to innovative technologies and it’s imperative to learn new methods in the given occupation as it is constantly growing. Join applied projects, internships, and research experiences to apply what is learned to real-life situations. There will also be established effective communication, and teamwork skills always prove so important in most organizations. Also, cultivate a professional network and find a mentor within the course and/or alumni of the particular college or university. Finally, remember to stand firm, because only in this way can you be flexible and ready to adapt to your profession.