NAAC - Self Study Report for Assessment and Accreditation - Anil

266 Pages·2014·3.47 MB·English

ANITS NAAC-Self Study Report

CONTENTS
Description Page Nos.
Covering letter
Part-I Institutional Data
Executive Summary 3
Profile of the College 11
Part II Criterion-wise Evaluation Reports
1. Criterion I : Curricular Aspects
1.1 Curriculum Planning and Implementation 23
1.2 Academic flexibility 26
1.3 Curriculum Enrichment 31
1.4 Feedback System 32
2. Criterion II : Teaching-Learning and Evaluation
2.1 Student Enrolment and Profile 34
2.2 Catering to Student Diversity 41
2.3 Teaching-Learning Process 44
2.4 Teacher Quality 49
2.5 Evaluation Process and Reforms 58
2.6 Student Performance and Learning Outcomes 61
3. Criterion III : Research, Consultancy and Extension
3.1 Promotion of Research 64
3.2 Resource Mobilization for Research 76
3.3 Research Facilities 80
3.4 Research Publications and Awards 81
3.5 Consultancy 85
3.6 Extension Activities and Institutional Social Responsibility 87
3.7 Collaborations 89
4. Criterion IV : Infrastructure and Learning Resources
4.1 Physical Facilities 93
4.2 Library as a Learning Resource 98
4.3 IT Infrastructure 101
4.4 Maintenance of Campus Facilities 107
5. Criterion V : Student Support and Progression
5.1 Student Mentoring and Support 111
5.2 Student Progression 120
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5.3 Student Participation and Activities 123
6. Criterion VI: Governance and Leadership & Management
6.1 Institutional Vision and Leadership 133
6.2 Strategy Development and Deployment 138
6.3 Faculty Empowerment Strategies 143
6.4 Financial Management and Resource Mobilization 145
6.5 Internal Quality Assurance System (IQAS) 146
7. Criterion VII: Innovations and Best Practices
7.1 Enviornment, Consciouness 150
7.2 Innovations 151
7.3 Best Practices 152
Part-III Evaluation Reports of the Departments
1. Computer Science Engineering 157
2. Electronics and Communication Engineering 176
3. Electrical and Electronics Engineering 188
4. Mechanical Engineering 199
5. Information Technology 214
6. Chemical Engineering 225
7. Civil Engineering 239
6. Science and Humanities 245
Declaration by Head of the Institution 255
Part-IV Annexures
1. UGC Recognition of the college under 2(f) & 12(b) 257
2. AICTE Latest Permission 258
3. NBA Accreditation 262
4. AU Permanent Affiliation 264
5. NAAC – LOI status
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PART –I
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

THE GENESIS OF THE INSTITUTE:
Anil Neerukonda Institute of Technology & Sciences, ANITS, was established in the year
2001 by Anil Neerukonda Educational Society (ANES). This society was founded by the NRI
philanthropist Dr.N.B.R. Prasad, a practicing physician settled in Chicago, U.S.A, in memory of
his son, Late Anil Neerukonda, with an aim of providing quality education on a sound basis and
on non-commercial lines. The other institutions / establishments started by ANES are
 A 300 bed „NRI General Hospital‟, started in the year 2006.
 College of Nursing offering a 3-year B.Sc. (Nursing) Course, started in the year 2007.
 NRI Institute of Medical Sciences offering courses in MBBS and BDS was started in the year
2012.
The management of Anil Neerukonda Institute of Technology & Sciences, is looked after
by the Chairman of the Society, Dr.N.B.R. Prasad and the Secretary Sri V.Thapovardhan.
THE PROGRESSION:
The college was started in the year 2001 with only four branches – ECE, EEE,CSE and IT with a
moderate intake of 220. Over the years the college has made great strides and grown by leaps and bounds
with the development of infrastructure, addition of new courses at both UG and PG levels, induction of
talented and experienced faculty and creating an ambience where academics take the top most priority. At
present it is offering 7 UG programs in ECE, EEE, CSE, IT, Chemical, Civil and Mechanical with a total
intake of 660, and five PG programs in Communication Systems (ECE), Computer Science &
Technology (CSE), Control Systems (EEE), Machine Design (Mech) and Biotechnology with an annual
intake of 18 for each specialization. The institute has always strived to provide quality education and got
accreditation for five UG Programmes. The college has also been granted Permanent Affiliation by
Andhra University and was recently recognized as Research Center by Andhra University.

Course 2001 2002 2003-04 2005 2006-07 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013

ECE 60 60 90 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120

EEE 40 60 60 60 60 60 120 120 120 120 120
C SE 60 60 60 60 60 120 120 120 120 120 120
I T 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 60
B T 0 30 30 60 60 60 60 60 60 0 0
MECH. 0 0 0 60 60 60 120 120 120 120 120

MCA 0 0 0 0 60 60 60 60 60 60 0

M.Tech -CST 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 18 18 18 18

M.E -Con. Sys 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 18 18 18 18

M.E. – 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 18 18 18
C omm.systems
Civil Engg. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 60 60 60

Chem. Engg. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 60 60

M.Tech. (BT) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 18 18

M.Tech. MD) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 18 18
Total 220 270 300 420 44 80 540 660 696 774 810 750

INCREASE OF SANCTIONED INTAKE OVER THE YEARS
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THE HUMAN RESOURCES:

01. FACULTY:
The academic programmes and all academic activities of the Institute are supported by a strong contingent
of about 190 well-qualified and experienced faculty members. Out of the 190 faculty members, 24 have
Ph.D degrees, 113 have Masters degree, and 18 have B.E/B.Tech degree, 14 M.Phil. degree and 21 other
PG degree. The college maintains a faculty student ratio of 1: 14.55 ANITS has adopted scientific
methods of recruitment, appraisal & training of its faculty to ensure that this key segment of the institute is
strengthened.
1-5
PhD 4%5%
5%
18 24 6-10
1
14 ME/ M.Tech 12% 44%
11-15
17
B. Tech
16-20
M . Phil
21-25
31%
MBA
115
>30
MSc / MCA
,

Faculty distribution- Qualification wise Faculty distribution- Experience wise
02. THE STUDENTS:
The students are admitted through a process based on the guidelines of AP State Council for Higher
Education. Under Category-A, 70% of the seats in the Institute are allocated basing on common entrance
test rank and intermediate marks in case of UG admissions. The admissions to PG courses is based on
PGCET/ GATE scores. The remaining 30% of the seats which come under Category-B (Management /
NRI quota ) are filled by the Institute as per the guidelines given by the APSCHE and the Govt. of Andhra
Pradesh. Apart from this, an additional 20% of the sanctioned intake for each program for admission into
the II year in UG courses will be filled by the convener of ECET. The admissions are based on the
reservation policy of the Govt. of Andhra Pradesh for all courses.
The college has good blend of students from rural and urban background and also different categories.
20% 20%
OC
Rural
50% BC
Urban
SC
30%
80%

Rural-Urban Distribution Category wise distribution
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THE INFRASTRUCTURE:
To ensure high quality technical education to the students, the college provides best possible
infrastructure facilities in the campus. The college is located in serene atmosphere, in an area covering 12
acres and has a built-up area of over 3.00 lakh sq.ft of RCC Buildings. Apart from regular class rooms,
labs, auditoriums, waiting halls and other amenities, facilities are provided for sports activities like cricket,
basketball, Gym and Indoor Games.
SLNO BLOCK DEPARTMENTS/OFFICE AREA IN Sq.ft.
Administrative Block
1 A - Block Examination Hall 39,943.00
A Centralized A/C Seminal Hall
Common facilities and first instruction
2 B - Block ECE Department 28,898.00
3 C - Block CSE Department 28,898.00
4 D - Block Biotechnology Department 21,650.00
5 E - Block Electrical Department 28,898.00
6 F - Block Mechanical, Civil and Library Department 50,189.00
IT & MCA Department, Mechanical Workshop,
7 G - Block Hydraulic, Mechanical Engg. Labs, Chemistry lab, 39,761.00
Language Lab and Centre for Soft Skills Training.
8 H - Block Canteen, Civil engineering labs 52,000.00
9 Sheds Store Room, Security Office, Gym & Sports room 11,040.00
Total Built-up Area 301,277.00
Library:
The college has a central library with carpet area of 600 sqm. with all modern facilities. The library has
7308 titles, 31431 volumes, 2085 CD Roms, 1150 e-journals and 96 print journals. The library also
provides e-learning facility, digital library, reading room and reference section. All the library operations
have been computerized.
Computers, LAN and Internet:
The college has very good support facilities in the form of state-of-the-art computer laboratories, a
campus-wide Local Area Network and a wireless internet connectivity of 10 Mbps(1:1),40 Mbps
broadband and also Wi-Fi facility. The college has 917 systems with a computer student ratio of 1:4 for
UG and 1:1 for PG. The college has its website, www.anits.edu.in designed by its own faculty members
THE PROCESSES AND ACTIVITIES:
Teaching-Learning process:
Clearly understanding that the diversity of learners in respect of their background, abilities and
other personal attributes will influence the extent of their learning, the college has initiated some
measures and integrated them into the regular teaching-learning processes such as:
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 Course plans by the faculty for each subject
 Usage of ICT facilities
 Covering topics beyond curriculum both in theory and practicals
 Remedial classes for slow learners
 Bridge courses for I year students
 Class work review committee meetings twice in a semester.
 Guest lectures and seminars
 Counselling through proctorial system
 E-learning resources like NPTEL etc.
 Industrial visits and tours
Co-curricular and extra curricular activities:
The management and the administration of the college sincerely believe that active participation
by the students in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities is essential for the holisitc
development of their personality and success in life. The college ensures this through various
processes such as
 Encouraging students to participate in seminars / workshops
 Formation of student chapters of professional bodies like IETE, ISTE, IEEE, ISHRAE IE
and CSI.
 Student associations/ clubs for co-curricular activities.
 In house training for enhancing aptitude and advanced soft skills training with built-in
mechanism.
 Guest lectures
 Personality development programmes
 Industrial visits and industrial training.
 Organizing tech-fests
 Sports and cultural activities
 NSS activities
 Entrepreneurship Development cell
Student empowerment:
The management and administration of ANITS firmly believes in creating a wonderful place of
learning where there is a scope for students to enrich their knowledge and ideas which in turn will
strengthen the system. To make the campus more participative in nature, the college empowers
the students to be more interactive through various means such as
 Class work review committees
 Proctor system for counselling
 Feed back system
 Grievance redressal committees
 Library committee
 Various student chapters / associations
Research and development:
The college supports and encourages faculty and students in creating a perfect research culture in
the college. The college research committee headed by Director (R & D) helps in enhancing
Research work in the college. The faculty are actively involved in research activities and about
139 papers were published by them during 2012-13 in various international and national journals
and publications. The college was recognized by the Andhra University as a research center in
2013.The support mechanism for research activities consists of
 Incentives to the faculty for publishing paper both in journals and conferences.
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 Encouraging and Supporting faculty to attend conferences / workshops in emerging
technologies
 Sponsoring faculty for higher education
 Support to apply for research projects
 Encouraging interdisciplinary research.
 Budgetary provision to support research activities.
Faculty empowerment / encouragement:
Qualified and dedicated faculty is the strength of the institute. Their commendable work is
supported and they are encouraged by
 Sponsoring for higher education
 Offering incentives for paper publications in journals / conferences
 Sponsoring to workshops and faculty development programmes
 Organizing FDPs within the college during the commencement of academic year.
 Encouraging them with awards for both teaching and research.
 Providing medical facility and medical insurance through Mediclaim policy and PPF
THE OUTCOMES:
Some of the indicators which show that the outcome is in tune with the aims and objectives of
college are
 The pass percentage of the students is highest amongst all affiliated colleges of the
university.
 Placements are good and supposed to be the best in the region.
 Students bring laurels by winning prizes and accolades at national level in the various
contests organized by reputed companies like TCS, Infosys etc., and reputed institutions.
 Good number of publications by the faculty.
 MOUs with about 14 organizations.
 Students winning prizes at various co-curricular, cultural and sports competitions at
University, state and national levels.
SUPPORT FACILITIES
 Sporting facilities for outdoor games such as Cricket, Volleyball, Throw ball, Tennicoit, Ball
Badminton and Basketball and indoor facilities for Board games, Table tennis and a gymnasium.
 Waiting halls for students.
 Seminar halls in each department, conference hall and centrally Air-conditioned auditorium.
 Medical facilities through the 300 bed hospital being run by the Anil Neerukonda Educational
Society.
 Communication through 8 DOT lines and a 64-line Panasonic EPABX (extendable to 180
lines) and a FAX.
 Fleet of 15 buses
 A modern cafeteria
 Hostel facilities with a capacity to accommodate 175 boys and 140 girls.
 Generators with a capacity of 400kVA

GOVERNANCE AND GENERAL ADMINSITRATION

The Governing Body of the college is constituted as per the guidelines of the AICTE. The
Secretary and Correspondent acts as Executive Head of the institute and the Principal is
Academic as well as the Administrative Head of the institution. On academic matters, he is, in
general, guided by the rules and regulations as well as the norms laid down by the AICTE and
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Andhra University from time to time. He is assisted by the Academic monitoring committee,
Director (Admn.), Director (R & D), Heads of the Departments, Dean (Training and Placement),
Librarian and the Administrative Officer. The committees constituted for various activities are
(1) Library Committee
(2) Finance and Budget Committee
(3) Grievances Redressal Committee
(4) Awards Committee
(5) Staff Development Council
(6) Purchase committee
(7) Academic Monitoring Committee.
POINTS OF PRIDE:
 ANITS is in the Top-Ten Most Preferred Colleges out of 700+ private Engineering
Colleges in the state of AP (as per APSCHE bulletin, apex body of the state which
conducts engineering admissions).
 Careers360, India's premier career counseling organization, has rated our college „AAA’ in their
May 2013 edition (http://www.engineering.careers360.com/top-engineering-colleges-andhra-
pradesh-2013).
 Accredited by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS-Hyderabad), Infosys, Capgemini India
(Hyderabad), Silver Partner of Keane India (now NTTDATA), L&T(ECC), Mahindra Satyam
(now Techmahindra), Hyundai, BGR Energy, Oracle (results awaited) for their Campus
Recruitments of fresh engineering talent.
 Awarded “Centre of Excellence” by Infosys Technologies Ltd in the year 2010-11.
 ANITS students stood national 2nd position in CodeVita2013, a coding contest conducted by Tata
Consultacy Services (Bombay).
 ANITS students stood as National Champions in ASPIRATIONS-2020, a programming contest
conducted by Infosys Technologies during years 2012-13. Competing with IITs, NITs and 512
engineering colleges across the nation, ANITS students emerged Winners at State Level for the
year 2013-14.
 ANITS students team was one of the 7 teams that were finalized in the contest ACM ICPC
(Asian Programming Contest) and will be participating in the final round in Russia during June
2014.
 ANITS CSI Student Branch bagged Best Student Branch Award consecutively for 2 years 2011-
2012, 2012-13 in entire Andhra Pradesh & Karnataka region (Region-V).
 Highest pass percentage among all the engineering colleges that are affiliated to Andhra
University AU for the last six consecutive years in all the depts of engineering.
 One of our 2014 batch student (CSE dept) is offered internship-cum-PPO by Direct-i
Internet Solutions (B‟lore) with a CTC of Rs.20.6L per annum which is highest offered to
any fresh engineering graduate in this region.
THE SWOC ANALYSIS
Strengths:
 Responsiveness to student and educational needs
 Academically able and high performing students.
 Effective teaching by experienced faculty with background of industrial and academic work
experience
 Proven track record as quality education provider as all the courses are accredited by NBA and
recognition as research centre by Andhra University.
 Good retention ratio of faculty particularly at higher cadre.
 Good demand for all courses and all seats being filled up except in Chemical engineering.
 Fiscally good and well-managed institution.

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Weaknesses:
 Research and development, consultancy and extension activities are to be strengthened.
 Industry – institution interaction not coming forth to the expected levels.
 Inability to bring quick changes in curriculum on technological advances and the industry needs as
the college is affiliated to university which has a rigid structure.
Opportunities:
 The demand for reputed colleges is on the rise as people are looking for good colleges rather than
a particular branch.
 To apply for more research funds from funding agencies like AICTE, UGC, DST,CSIR ISRO etc..
 Use of technology and ICT to make teaching learning process more student centric to elicit
interest.
 Commencement of new programmes to meet the emerging needs.
 More interaction with industry is possible as Visakahpatnam is the second largest city in the state
which is industrially developed .
 Competitive edge basing on the reputation of the institute gained over the last decade.
Challenges:
 Rapidly advancing technology may require more human resources and equipment.
 Unethical competition with mushrooming of colleges posing a challenge in retaining good
faculty.
 Government policies in fixing the fees structure and admission process.
 Quality of intake is coming down as good students are opting for deemed universities within and
outside the state of A.P., due to prolonged delay in the admission process which is a consequence
of poor decision making by the government.

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