Dr. Ch.V. Phani Krishna has been working as the Head of Computer Science and Engineering Department at Teegala Krishna Reddy Engineering College, Hyderabad, Telangana. He has a wonderful 19 years of work experience in the field of Teaching and Research.

He has done PhD from Acharya Nagarjuna University in 2013 and has published 60 research papers in various International Journals. Dr. Ch.V. Phani has authored 4 text books and has 5 Patents on his name. He is also a proud member of CSI, ISTE and IAENG etc. His interest areas are Software Engineering and Data Science and 2 research scholars have completed their PhD in Computer Science and Engineering from KL University under his valuable guidance.

Teegala Krishna Reddy Engineering College

How does your department enhance students' skills and make them ready for the outside world?

The prime objective of our Computer Science and Engineering Department is to ensure that the curriculum of our courses remains up-to-date with industrial trends. Hence emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Data Mining, Cloud Computing and IoT have been made an integral part of it in the form of value added programs. We also provide numerous opportunities to students for hands-on learning in collaboration with industry partners and encourage them to work on real-world projects. Our college has also maintained good partnership with leading companies, for the purpose of facilitating internships and co-op programs to students.

Guest lectures and workshops are regularly conducted by us where we invite corporate experts to have an interactive session with young and ambitious youths on cutting-edge technologies and industry best practices. Last but not the least, industry oriented certifications including ICT, Edunet, TNG and others are provided by us to them and we too motivate them from time to time to be a part of research projects, publish research papers and attend conferences to gain exposure to the academic and research community.

Which factors make the programs of your institution worth pursuing for students?

The very first factor which makes our program unique is our industry driven and up-to-date curriculum, which is further integrated with trends of the corporate sector and emerging technologies. In addition to this, the curriculum covers a wide range of IT topics, including programming, Artificial Intelligence, Data Mining, IOT, cloud computing, computer networking, Project Process Management and many more. We also have an amazing academic team of highly qualified and experienced faculty members. Other than this, students are provided finest quality practical exposure through labs experiments, projects and real-world applications. 

Last but not the least, our collaborations with IT companies, tech startups, and industry organizations provide a plethora of opportunities to students to access learning resources, interact with mentors and find lucrative job opportunities. Hence all these factors together makes our Colleges programs unique and worth pursuing for students.

What are some of the best practices of the programs that students are pursuing from your college?

Our college offers specialized and specific training programs and amazing internships to students in the domain of latest technologies. In addition to this, students are given practical knowledge of various kinds of tools and techniques which are used in the competitive corporate world.

What are some valuable insights of your college courses that it is offering to young and ambitious youths ?

Our college provides a broad range of IT courses related to programming, cyber security, data science, cloud computing, networking, and software development and IOT and this in return gives numerous options to students to choose a specialization that suits their interest and passion. Then there are dedicated training sessions for them to improve their communication, problem-solving, leadership and project management skills and learn the importance of teamwork.

Also, in order to expose students to the trends, technologies, development and demands of the outer world, we organize events and activities such as workshops, seminars. Another objective here is to help students better prepare for interviews and learn professional networking and etiquettes.

Apart from this, we regularly collect feedback from students to assess the effectiveness of courses and make necessary improvements when and where required. Lastly, we provide complete support to students for placement and also arranges career guidance sessions from time to time.

How do the programs of your institute ensure the future readiness of students?

For the purpose of making students industry ready, we have adopted a very dynamic and flexible curriculum, which encompasses diverse fields of IT and specializations to cater to diverse interests and evolving career opportunities. And this flexibility in choosing a suitable specialization for them allows students to align their studies with defined career goals.

In addition to this, students are free to opt joint programs or courses with other departments and the aim here is to prepare them to work efficiently in cross-functional teams and tackle complex real-world problems. College also motivates students to work on innovative ideas and pursue Entrepreneurship as a career option, and all kinds of support and guidance is available for student-led startups and initiatives which ultimately foster a culture of creativity and problem-solving.

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What are you most proud of in your career so far?

I am most proud of successfully managing a team for 14 long years and the reason for this pride is none other than the dedicated efforts of every person who works tirelessly to make sure the department runs smoothly. 

And due to the same reason, we have been recognised for our work input by the higher-ranking associates. And I consider supervising this amazing team as my greatest accomplishment because of the growth and work produced by them. Working with them also taught me how to be a better Department Head and employee in the same period.

Being the Department Head, what strategies have you employed for building an efficient work team?

I strongly believe that collaboration in the workplace and teamwork are vital for achieving common goals. Hence, I have ensured that in our department, everyone regularly communicates with each other to build mutual trust and strong professional relationships, so that flow of ideas and initiatives can happen smoothly and people can collaborate effectively. And then we have fostered the culture of diversity and inclusiveness so that more innovative solutions can be brought to the table. 

But this doesn't mean that efficient teamwork is easy to accomplish, because faculty members now have to play multiple roles including teaching, research work, student mentoring, accreditation work, examination work and continuing learning. But with everyone's support and efforts, we are leading day by day.

What challenges do you usually face in day-to-day working and job responsibilities?

I believe that managing the academic affairs of a Department in itself is a very challenging task. Because we as an educator are engaged in designing and updating the curriculum, to ensure that courses are relevant and up-to-date and then we have to coordinate with faculty members on a regular basis to maintain high teaching standards.

Apart from this, handling faculties issues and students matters related to discipline and academic and non-academic grievances, is also very complex. Also, academic counseling can be emotionally draining and time-consuming sometimes. Last but not the least, managing the department's budget, allocating resources efficiently, finding funding for research and infrastructure upgrades, maintaining and improving the education quality of college to meet accreditation requirements and encouraging and supporting faculty and students in research and innovation activities, securing research funding, and ensuring that the department remains competitive in the academic world can be few of the most difficult task.

What do you find most difficult about being Head of Department and how can they be overcome in your opinion?

As we all know that in today's highly competitive environment, every organization normally expects its employees to perform their best and meet goals on time. And while it is common for employees to go through periods of time where they are less productive and motivated, there are always ways to help them feel motivated again. But if issues are left unattended, a decrease in productivity can affect the performance of other team members as well and delay the process of goal achievement. 

Hence I would suggest to everyone to set clear work targets, implement work processes, assign specific tasks to each member of the department, and provide constructive feedback if they fall short of the expected performance. Because by addressing issues early on, it is possible to avoid more problems arising in a later stage.

Any insights which you would like to give to the current youth and aspiring students?

It's known to everyone that the world is constantly changing and learning does not stop even if someone finishes his/her formal education. Hence I would advise my dear students and youths of our society to embrace the concept of lifelong learning. 

Also, learn new things and regularly improve your knowledge and skills, then be it through formal education, online courses, books or hands-on experiences. Define your short-term and long-term goals and having a clear direction can help you make informed decisions and stay motivated. 

And if your goals are too big, break them down into smaller and manageable steps, build a strong professional network that can open up opportunities and provide necessary support when you need it. Attend events, conferences, and join clubs or organizations related to your interests. Consider volunteering or getting involved in community service, because giving back not only benefits others but also brings a sense of fulfillment and purpose to your life.