Session Details: | WEBINAR on “FUNDAMENTALS OF DEEP LEARNING” | ||
Title of the session | FUNDAMENTALS OF DEEP LEARNING | ||
Date : | 25th September, 2023 | Duration : 09.00AM to 11.00AM | |
Activity Category: | Self Driven Activity | Nature of the Session : Online | |
Theme : | Awareness in Trends and Technology | ||
Expert / Speaker Details: | |||
Name: Dr.V.Karpagam M.E.,Ph.D., | Designation: Professor/HoD (AI&DS) | ||
Organisation: Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College, Coimbatore. | |||
Brief about Expert/Speaker:
Dr. V. Karpagam is currently serving as the Professor and Head of the Department of Artificial Intelligence Data Science at Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College, Coimbatore. With 25 years of academic experience, she completed her Ph.D. in the field of Information and Communication Engineering from Anna University, Chennai, in 2014. She earned her Master’s degree in Software Engineering from Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College, Coimbatore, in 2008 and obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science & Engineering from Kumaraguru College of Technology, Coimbatore, in 1996. Dr. Karpagam is a recognized Anna University Supervisor and is currently guiding five scholars in the domains of Artificial Intelligence, Medical Image Processing, and Cyber Security. Her research and teaching interests encompass Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Database Technologies, Cyber Security, and Health Analytics. |
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Objectives of the activity:
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Outcome of the activity:
Students were able to
Develop familiarity with deep learning, a field where computer models learn to perform classification tasks directly from various data types, including images, text, or sound. Gain awareness of the current trends, support, and resistance within the deep learning domain. Understand that deep learning models can achieve state-of-the-art accuracy, sometimes surpassing human-level performance, through technical and fundamental analysis, especially in the stock market. Understand that deep learning models can achieve state-of-the-art accuracy, sometimes surpassing human-level performance, through technical and fundamental analysis, especially in the stock market. Comprehend that deep learning relies on a multi-layered structure of algorithms known as neural networks, which are designed based on the structure of the human brain. |
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Key Highlights:
Dr. V. Karpagam delivered a comprehensive presentation on the Fundamentals of Deep Learning and actively engaged with students. She provided insights into the career opportunities available in the field of deep learning. Students exhibited enthusiasm by actively participating, asking questions, and seeking clarification on their doubts. |
Board of Studies Meeting
- Dr.S.Praveen Kumar – University Nominee
- Mrs. G. Usha – Academic Expert
- Arunkumar M – Industrial Expert
- Mr.P.Muthukumar– Alumnus
The Department of Marine Catering and Hotel Management conducted Board of Studies meeting via online on 13.10.2023 at 2.30 p.m. Dr.S.Praveen Kumar, Assistant Professor, Centre for Tourism and Hotel Management, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai, chaired the session as the University Nominee, Mrs. G. Usha, Assistant Professor, Department of Catering Science and Hotel Management, PSG College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore, has been invited as the Academic Expert, Mr. Arunkumar M, HR Manager, Courtyard by Marriott, Madurai, served as the Industrial Expert and Mr.P.Muthukumar, Demi Chef De parte, Costa Cruise Line, attended the meeting as an alumnus. Mr. C. Sureshkumar, Head of the Department, chaired the session along with his faculty members. A student and his parent were invited to share their feedback and recommendations for finalizing the syllabi for the academic year 2023-24 (even semester).
INDUSTRIAL VISIT
The Department of Marine Catering and Hotel Management organized an industrial visit for the first-year students on 4.10.2023, at the Hotel Courtyard by Marriott Madurai. The students were able to see and observe the functions of different departments. They have learned the theoretical part of hospitality in classrooms. The practical experience of a hotel has made them understood basic practical concepts. At the end of the visit, students have got the opportunity to interact with the managers. To put in a nutshell, it was an overwhelming experience for the students. Totally, 31 students and 2 faculty members participated in this visit.
SICA Culinary Challenge & Exhibition 2023
The students from the Department of Marine Catering and Hotel Management participated in the “SICA Culinary Challenge & Exhibition 2023” hosted by the South Indian Culinary Association (SICA) in the Trade Center, Chennai, on 15.09.23 to 17.09.23. A total of seven students from III MCHM participated in this competition. Mr.Divyadarshan A. and Mr. R. Akash participated in the Live Innovative Briyani Cooking Competition and received the merit certificate. Mr. Samuel M. and Mr. K. B. Karthick Babu participated in a cocktail and mocktail competition and got the participant certificate. Mr. A. Kasinathan actively participated in the fruit and vegetable carving competition, and he got the participant certificate. Mr. Prejith Kumar S. and Mr. Ragul participated in the Live Creative Skilled Paratha competition, and they won the bronze. This competition motivated and encouraged the students, providing a memorable experience.
CELEBRATION OF UNIVERSAL CHILDRENS DAY
D. P. Roy Choudhury Association, Department of Animation celebrated theCELEBRATION OF UNIVERSAL CHILDRENS DAY on 20.11.2022 by instructing the students to design the posters in the theme of Universal Children’s Day 2022.
Ms. Jeyabharathi from III year B.Sc. Animation has designed a wonderful poster and it was uploaded it in the department official Social Media Pages.The main objective of this event is to promote international togetherness, awareness among children worldwide, and improving children’s welfare.Universal Children’s Day is celebrated on 20th November, every year. This date was chosen as a day to celebrate childhood. Prior to 1959 Children’s Day was universally celebrated in the month of October. This was first celebrated in the year 1954, as decided by the UN General Assembly. Basically this day was instituted with the only aim of promoting communal exchange and understanding among children, as well as to bring about beneficiary action to promote the welfare of children, all over the world. The date 20th November was chosen as it marks the anniversary of the day in 1959, when the Declaration of the Rights of the Child was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly.
Children’s Day is all about celebrating the wonderful, pure and innocent childhood. On this day, the department is happy to conduct the Celebration of Universal Children’s Day. It is basically all about giving the child the right kind of knowledge and freedom to enjoy, so that they can grow as healthy and educated citizens of the country.
PARENTS TEACHERS MEET
Department of Marine Catering and Hotel Management organized Parents Teachers Meet for I and II year on 09.09.2023 at 2.00 P.M. The main objective of the meeting is to create a common platform, where teachers and parents come together to discuss student’s performance and devise ways to enrich their learning experience. The class in-charge explained the student’s attendance, CIA- I marks and discussed on the semester course implementation and progress. The progress report of I and II year students was intimated to the parents. The PTA meeting came to an end with the conclusion that the progress and development of the students depends on the joint effort of parents and teachers. Totally, 45 students came with their parents and attended the PTA meet.
Live Cooking Challenge 2023
The students from the Department of Marine Catering and Hotel Management participated in the “Live Cooking Challenge 2023” hosted by the South Indian Culinary Association (SICA) in IHM, Chennai, on September 4th and 5th, 2023. Mr.Divyadarshan A, Mr. Samuel M, Mr. Prejith Kumar S, and Mr. K. B. Karthick Babu, from the third year, actively participated in the competition. Mr. Prejith Kumar S won the bronze medal in this competition, and others received a recognition certificate for their participation. This competition motivated and encouraged the students, providing a memorable experience.
SLCS-Samaaj Seva – Extension Activity – Awareness program on “Role of Teachers in School Education”
Teacher’s Day in India is celebrated every year on September 5 to mark the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. As part of this celebration, the Department of Marine Catering and Hotel Management conducted SLCS-Samaaj Seva (Extension activity) and awareness program based on the role of teachers in school education” on 05.09.23 at Nedu Madurai School, Madurai. 13 students from the second and third years and three staff members actively participated in this program. They addressed the school students about how teachers play an essential role in everyone’s life. Towards the end of the program, the school students showed their love and respect for their teachers and gave them a lot of good wishes with sweet acts. This program has given them a memorable experience.
Teachers Day Celebration
Teaching is a profession that teaches all other professions. A day is set aside to remember all the teachers. This day is celebrated in commemoration of Dr. Radhakrishnan, who was a staunch believer in education and was a well-known diplomat, scholar, and above all, a teacher. To carry forward this tradition, the Department of Marine Catering and Hotel Management organized a Teacher’s Day celebration at the Training Restaurant on September 5, 2023. 65 teaching and non-teaching staff members took part in this celebration. Students expressed their gratitude and appreciation for their teachers on this day. Various gifts were given as a token of love to all the faculty members. Towards the end of the session, refreshment was provided by the department of MC&HM. The efforts of the students were appreciated by all the teachers.
Extension Activity -SLCS Samaj Seva “Awareness Programme on Recent Technologies
On September 14, 2023, Mrs. N.P. Rajeswari, from the Department of Networking, along with a team of twenty students from the Networking Department, conducted an Extension Activity (SLCS Samaj Seva) for the students of De-Nobile Matriculation Higher Secondary School in K. Pudhur. The objective of this activity was to provide valuable information to the school students on several relevant topics. The discussion revolved around IoT, describing how it represents the network of physical objects embedded with sensors, software, and other technologies. These objects connect and exchange data with other devices and systems over the internet. Students were introduced to the concept of cloud computing, emphasizing how it enables businesses to harness the vast amount of data generated by IoT. The students were educated on ethical hacking, which involves using the same tools, tricks, and techniques that malicious hackers employ but with the permission of authorized individuals or organizations. A basic understanding of software piracy was provided. Software piracy was defined as the illegal use, copying, modification, distribution, sharing, or sale of computer software protected by copyright laws. The discussion clarified that anyone who intentionally or unintentionally commits these illegal acts can be considered a software pirate, and hacking skills are not required for such activities. This Extension Activity aimed to provide foundational knowledge to the school students in these areas, helping them to grasp essential concepts and principles. A total of 50 students from De-Nobile Matriculation Higher Secondary School benefited from this extension activity. It served as an opportunity for them to gain insights into emerging technologies and ethical considerations related to the digital world. The engagement and participation of both the organizing team from our college and the enthusiastic school students made this initiative a success.