Faculty Development Programme
Faculty Empowerment Series- Faculty Responsibilities & Department Thrust Areas
Date: 06 July 2026
As part of the Faculty Empowerment Programme, Kristu Jayanti Institute of Technology (KJIT) organized Session 3 on 06 July 2026 at the P1 conference hall from 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM. The session, titled "Faculty Responsibilities and Department Thrust Areas," was delivered by Dr. Muruganantham A, Head of the Department. The programme focused on familiarizing faculty members with their academic and administrative responsibilities while highlighting the department's vision, strategic thrust areas, and institutional expectations. The session provided valuable guidance on aligning individual faculty contributions with departmental goals, fostering professional excellence, enhancing teaching effectiveness, and promoting collaborative efforts towards the overall growth and quality standards of the institution.
Faculty Empowerment Series- “Documentation Review of 2025–26 and Targets for 2026–27 for Skill-Based Activities”
Date: 06 July 2026
As part of the Faculty Empowerment Programme organized by Kristu Jayanti Institute of Technology (KJIT), Session 5 on "Documentation Review of 2025–26 and Targets for 2026–27 for Skill-Based Activities" was conducted on 6 July 2026 at the P1 Conference Hall. The session was delivered by Dr. Bharathi V, Associate Professor, who highlighted the significance of maintaining comprehensive documentation for skill-based activities and ensuring compliance with institutional quality standards. She reviewed the documentation practices followed during the 2025–26 academic year, identified areas for improvement, and outlined the targets and action plans for 2026–27. The session emphasized systematic record maintenance, evidence-based reporting, continuous monitoring, and strategic planning to enhance the effectiveness and impact of skill-based initiatives across the department.
Faculty Empowerment Series- “Planning, Execution and Monitoring for Skill-Based Activities”
Date: 06 July 2026
As part of the Faculty Empowerment Programme organized by Kristu Jayanti Institute of Technology (KJIT), Session 4 on "Planning, Execution and Monitoring for Skill-Based Activities" was conducted on 6 July 2026 at the P1 Conference Hall. The session was led by Dr. R. Velmurugan, Programme Coordinator, who emphasized the importance of systematic planning, effective execution, and continuous monitoring in organizing skill-based initiatives for students. He shared practical strategies for designing outcome-oriented activities, tracking student progress, ensuring quality implementation, and aligning skill development programmes with industry expectations and institutional objectives. The session provided faculty members with valuable insights into enhancing student engagement through well-structured skill-based learning initiatives and promoting continuous improvement in academic practices.
Faculty Empowerment Series- “Institutional Vision, Growth and Strategy”
Date: 06 July 2026
The Kristu Jayanti Institute of Technology (KJIT), under Kristu Jayanti (Deemed to be University), organized the second session of the Faculty Empowerment Programme on 6 July 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the P1 Conference hall. The session, titled "Institutional Vision, Growth and Strategy," was delivered by Dr. R. Kumar, Professor and Dean. The resource person highlighted the institution's long-term vision, strategic priorities, and growth initiatives aimed at achieving academic excellence, fostering research and innovation, strengthening industry collaborations, and enhancing institutional quality. The session provided valuable insights into aligning individual faculty contributions with the institution's strategic goals, inspiring participants to actively support the university's mission through excellence in teaching, research, and professional development.
Faculty Empowerment Series-Happy Student, Happy Teacher & Happy Nation
Date: 06 July 2026
Kristu Jayanti Institute of Technology (KJIT) organized the Faculty Empowerment Programme on 06 July 2026 from 9.00 AM to 12.30 PM at the P1 Auditorium for the faculty members of KJIT.
The programme was delivered by Dr. Vijayakumar R, Dean, School of Commerce, Accounting and Finance, on the theme "Nurturing Life Skills: Happy Student, Happy Teacher & Happy Nation." The session emphasized the significance of nurturing life skills, fostering positive teacher-student relationships, and promoting value-based education to create a healthy academic environment and contribute to nation building.
The session covered key aspects such as emotional intelligence, effective communication, empathy, positive classroom culture, student engagement, teacher well-being, and strategies for developing responsible and compassionate learners. Through insightful discussions and practical examples, the resource person highlighted the role of educators in inspiring students and creating a supportive learning ecosystem.
The programme concluded with an interactive discussion and question-and-answer session, where faculty members actively shared their perspectives and clarified their queries. The session successfully enhanced the participants' understanding of holistic education and reinforced the importance of life skills in fostering happy students, motivated teachers, and a progressive society.
International FDP on Harnessing Generative AI and Prompt Engineering for Innovative Teaching and Research
Date: 11 to 16 May 2026
The Kristu Jayanti Institute of Technology (KJIT), Kristu Jayanti (Deemed to be University) successfully organized an International Faculty Development Programme (FDP) titled “International FDP on Harnessing Generative AI and Prompt Engineering for Innovative Teaching and Research” from 11th May 2026 to 16th May 2026. The FDP aimed to equip academicians, researchers, and educators with advanced knowledge and practical exposure to Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), prompt engineering, AI workflows, and their applications in teaching and research.
The programme featured eminent industry experts and academicians from India and abroad. The inaugural session on “Large Language Model Systems Architecture, Orchestration and Evaluation” was delivered by Dr. Ratan Lal from Northwest Missouri State University. Subsequent sessions included “Smart Prompts to AI Workflows” by Dr. Revathi Soundarrajan, “EduPrompt: From Prompt to Classroom Impact” by Arun Vasudevan, and “Prompt Engineering in Academic Research Workflows” by Dr. K. Kavitha. The fifth day featured an insightful talk on “Prompt Engineering for Educators” by Suhas Ramesh. The last day technical session on “Generative AI: LLMs, RAG & AI Agents Theory and Practical” was handled by Haranadha Reddy Busireddy from the United States.
The FDP provided participants with hands-on exposure to AI-powered teaching tools, research methodologies, prompt optimization strategies, and AI-driven academic workflows. Faculty members, research scholars, and students actively participated and benefited from the interactive sessions and practical demonstrations.
The programme was effectively coordinated by Dr. R. Gayathri and Arati Mohapatro, whose dedicated efforts ensured the successful execution of the international FDP. The event concluded with positive feedback from participants, highlighting its relevance in transforming modern education and research through Generative AI technologies.
Faculty Development Programmes (FDP)
Date: 16 to 23 May 2025
Session, Name and Details of the Resource Persons:
Session 1: Mr. Vijayarajan Ramanathan, Project Manager, Subversive, Chennai
Session 2: Mr. J. Pandeeshwaran, Lead UX Designer, EPAM Systems, Chennai
Session 3: Mr. Vengadesh P, Security Analyst, Hackup Technology, Coimbatore
Session 4: Mrs. Sowmiya Shyam, Senior Front-end Web Developer, Centene (USA)
Session 5: Mr. Sabaresh, Senior Application Support Specialist, DHL IT Services, Chennai
Session 6: Dr. Sarathamani, Associate Professor, Brainware University, Kolkata
Session 7: Mrs. Sandhiya, Senior Engineer, Quadra Systems.net, Chennai
The Department of Computer Science [PG] consistently hosts Faculty Enrichment Activities to foster research and discover innovative methods for continuous knowledge enhancement. Among these initiatives are Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs), which gather emerging researchers to share and discuss their latest findings with the global community. In line with this mission, the department organized an International Level FDP from May 16th to 23rd, 2025, themed "Virtual and Augmented Reality," conducted in a virtual format. The FDP was inaugurated by Dr. R Kumar, Head, Department of Computer Science (PG). Dr. R Kumar spoke on the importance of immersive technologies and how these FDPs serve as a platform to explore new dimensions in the field. The FDP spanned for 7 days from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, with each resource person highlighting the various applications of Virtual and Augmented Reality to the attendees and engaging with them on emerging trends, tools, and transformative use-cases in this evolving domain.
The first session was delivered by Mr. Vijayarajan Ramanathan, Project Manager at Subversive, Chennai. The topic of discussion was “Metaverse Development: Tools and Application.” He offered a comprehensive overview of the essential tools and platforms driving metaverse development, shedding light on how developers can harness these technologies for building immersive and scalable virtual environments.
The second session was taken by Mr. J. Pandeeshwaran, Lead UX Designer at EPAM Systems, Chennai. His session titled “Role of UI and UX in Metaverse” delved into the pivotal role that user interface and user experience design play in shaping user engagement in virtual spaces. Participants learned how thoughtful UX/UI enhances navigability, interaction, and realism within metaverse environments.
The third session was led by Mr. Vengadesh P, Security Analyst at Hackup Technology, Coimbatore. The topic, “Digital Forensics and Cybercrime Investigation using VR,” introduced participants to the innovative integration of VR tools in the field of cyber forensics. He emphasized how virtual environments can simulate crime scenes and aid in effective analysis and evidence gathering.
The fourth session featured Mrs. Sowmiya Shyam, Senior Front-end Web Developer at Centene (USA), who presented on “Impact of VR on Physical Health.” The session discussed both the therapeutic and potential adverse effects of prolonged VR usage. She highlighted VR’s utility in physical rehabilitation and mental health, while also addressing the ergonomic and cognitive considerations.
In the fifth session, Mr. Sabaresh, Senior Application Support Specialist at DHL IT Services, Chennai, addressed “Future Trends in Virtual Reality.” He explored the evolving landscape of VR, highlighting emerging technologies such as VR cloud streaming, AI-driven simulations, and the growing influence of VR in logistics, education, and training.
The sixth session was conducted by Dr. Sarathamani, Associate Professor at Brainware University, Kolkata. Her presentation on “Applications of VR & AR: Transforming Technology and Human Experience” offered an in-depth look at how VR and AR are revolutionizing industries ranging from healthcare to manufacturing, focusing on immersive learning and virtual prototyping.
The final session of the FDP was taken by Mrs. Sandhiya, Senior Engineer at Quadra Systems.net, Chennai, who spoke on “AR & VR in Social Media & Communication.” She illustrated the role of immersive media in enhancing online communication, virtual social presence, and content creation, emphasizing how AR and VR are reshaping digital interaction dynamics.
