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= CAMPUS OVERVIEW =<div>[https://www.vvce.ac.in/ Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering (VVCE)] is one of India's leading educational institutions for engineering. VVCE is a part of the Vidyavardhaka Sangha (VVS) which is a reflection of the vision of Late Sahukar Channaih and Late K. Puttaswamy (Former Minister of Karnataka) to impart quality education to all sections of the society. There are ten educational institutions starting from nursery to post graduation courses all belonging to the community of VVS. At present, VVS is under the able guidance and leadership of Sri Gundappa Gowda, President, Sri Shivalingappa B, Vice President, Sri P. Vishwanath, Secretary and Sri Srishaila Ramannavar, Treasurer.</div><div><br/></div><div>With the aim to be a leading Institution in engineering and management education enabling individuals for significant contribution to the society, VVCE has grown leaps and bounds sicne its inception in 1997 to become one of the leading educational institutions of the country. The college is affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, approved by AICTE, New Delhi and recognized by Govt. of Karnataka. VVCE functions through its Board of Governors constituted as per AICTE guidelines. It has been accredited by the [https://www.nbaind.org/ National Board of Accreditation (NBA)] India and has been awarded with A grade by the [http://www.naac.gov.in/ National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)] India.</div><div><br/></div><div>The college is under the able leadership of Dr. B. Sadashive Gowda as [https://www.vvce.ac.in/principal/ Principal], who has rich experience in industry and education field both in India and abroad. Five UG programs are accredited by National Board of Accreditation, New Delhi. The college has excellent infrastructure coupled with qualified and passionate faculty team to provide a perfect learning ambience. The college has also taken stringent measures as per AICTE norms to prevent any incidents of ragging.</div>
= PROMOTING STUDENT INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP =
VVCE offers an impressive array of educational programs and options inclusive of some of the best engineering divisions. It supports the students not only in terms of academics but also in overall personality development. To make sure that students are clear about their fundamentals, VVCE provides a plethora of subjects, extra curricular and co curricular activities which improves the I&E. The institution also encourages the students to participate in various clubs and extra curricular activities to improve the all-round development of the students. During the 21 days induction program for the freshman students, separate slots are provided for all the clubs so that the students have a better idea about the different aspects of the institution. It also permits students to make use of laboratories 24/7.
*'''[http://osl.vvce.ac.in Open Source Lab]''' which is a 24/7 access lab for students who are interested in learning and implementing their ideas on projects.
*'''''V Innovate'<nowiki/>''' is one of the peer tutoring organization which is currently associated with CL Educate Research.''*'<nowiki/>'''E-Yantra'''' is a platform for students to enchance thier practical knowledge.*'<nowiki/>'''Pixel Hut'''' is the club which captures the magical moments of the event in the college.*'<nowiki/>'''AutoMatrix'''' is a community which supports mechanical growth.*'<nowiki/>'''Bookads'''' is a community for readers to gather and ponder on the fiction & discuss the reality.*'<nowiki/>'''[[Tedxvvce.com|TEDxVVCE]]'''' is a program where ideas worth spreading across the globe are given exposure to inspire the students to work towards improving themselves and their community,
*'[http://www.dscvvce.in <b>Google Developer Student Club</b>]' is a club which gives students a platform to grow their knowledge on developer technologies and more through peer to peer workshops and events and gain relevant industry experience.
*‘[http://aspera.in/ <b>Aspera</b>]’ the Entrepreneurship-cell of the college conducts various events related to entrepreneurship and gives a path for students to explore the same.
*''''Vrutanth' '''is a club which educates the students about nature and creates an awareness about the importance of wildlife.
*'<nowiki/>'''Toastmasters'''' which provides a great platform for the students to develop their leadership and public speaking skills.
*‘'''Incubation centre'''’ where the college allows students to have their experience in startup and entrepreneurship.
Academically, subjects like [http://www.vvce.ac.in/mechanical_dept/ Elements of Mechanical Engineering], [http://www.vvce.ac.in/cse/ Programming in C and Data structures], [http://www.vvce.ac.in/dept_of_ee/ Basic Electrical Engineering], [http://www.vvce.ac.in/civil_engineering/ Elements of Civil Engineering], [http://vvce.ac.in/electronics-and-communication-eng Basic Electronics] and Basic Sciences ([http://www.vvce.ac.in/department-of-physics/ Physics], [http://www.vvce.ac.in/department-of-chemistry-2/ Chemistry], [http://www.vvce.ac.in/department-of-mathematics-2/ Maths]) are taught to the first year students to strengthen their foundation. There are subjects like Software Engineering, Entrepreneurship and Management which are one of the very informative subjects required by an individual who aspires to be an entrepreneur. The [http://www.vvce.ac.in/mba_new/ MBA] department also provides various courses, helps budding managers and entrepreneurs.
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= ENCOURAGING FACULTY INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP =
The faculties at VVCE are also encouraged in innovation and entrepreneurship. They are encouraged to attend workshops, seminars, etc. and later share their learning experience and concepts with the other faculties and students as well. Research, idea generation and paper presentation are given priority and the management ensures flexible working hours for those doing research. The main idea is to improve faculty experience and encourage them to come up with solutions of problems.
The previous cohort of the Univeristy Innovation Fellows conducted a Design Thinking Workshop for the all teh faculty members of the institution with positive attendance and feedback from the faculty.
= ACTIVELY SUPPORTING THE UNIVERSITY TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER FUNCTION =
The university technology transfer function provided to the students at VVCE consists of
*'''Companies in the Incubation Centre (Dvizira, Design Infuse etc.)'''
= FACILITATING UNIVERSITY-INDUSTRY COLLABORATION =
VVCE has current tie-ups with various companies like '''Infosys, IBM, HP, Sankalp Group, Brigade Group''' and many more. It is also tied-up with others organizations such as '''Princeton Review, Wurth Electronics, IEEE, ACM, SMIE and CL educate'''. The training and placement department works in close co-ordination with the Industry Relations Executives and the Department Placement Coordinators (DPC) which comprises of both students and faculty members nominated from individual departments. Faculties are also encouraged to build their network off-campus by attending workshops conducted in various industries and teaching and sharing their experience with the students.
= ENGAGING WITH REGIONAL AND LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS =
The college has always encouraged both it’s students and faculties for developmental efforts towards the society. Few of projects that the students and faculties are working on are traffic control, agricultural related and also device for the physically challenged. Various other research activities and papers are being worked on by students and faculties.
Recently the college has even adopted a small village by the name Hirikyathanahalliś with the aim of improving the infrastructure and the lifestyles of the people living there.
= Related Links =
[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Vidyavardhaka_College_of_Engineering_Student_Priorities VIDYAVARDHAKA COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING - STUDENT PRIORITIES] (2018 & 2019)
[[Anushree Rao]]
[[Fellow:Apoorva Singh|Apoorva Singh]]
[[DHRUV NRUPESH PATEL]]
[https://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Fellow:Numaan_Ahmed_Daulatabad Numaan Ahmed Daulatabad]
[https://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Fellow:Avinash_Arun_Nadig Avinash Arun Nadig]</div>
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