Department of Information Technology

About The Department

The Department of Information Technology (IT) at Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology is committed to excellence in teaching, research, innovation, and professional practice. The department focuses on developing competent, ethical, and industry-ready IT professionals equipped to address the challenges of the rapidly evolving digital world.

The Department offers B.Tech. in Information Technology, with a curriculum that integrates strong foundations in Information Technology with emerging domains such as Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Data Science, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Internet of Things, Big Data Analytics, Computer Networks, and Web and Mobile Application Development. The curriculum is continuously enhanced in consultation with academic experts, industry professionals, alumni, employers, and other stakeholders to meet evolving technological and professional requirements.

The department is supported by highly qualified and experienced faculty members actively engaged in teaching, research, publications, patents, funded projects, consultancy, curriculum development, and student mentoring. Faculty members continuously upgrade their professional expertise through FDPs, STTPs, MOOCs, NPTEL, industry training, workshops, and seminars, ensuring contemporary and technology-enabled learning.

A vibrant research and innovation culture is promoted through faculty and student participation in emerging areas including AI & ML, Cyber Security, Cloud Computing, Data Science, IoT, Blockchain, Big Data Analytics, and Computer Vision. Research publications, patents, sponsored projects, consultancy, and interdisciplinary collaborations contribute to the department's academic and research ecosystem.

The Department follows the Outcome-Based Education (OBE) framework aligned with NBA guidelines and Washington Accord graduate attributes. Student-centric and experiential learning practices such as project-based learning, internships, professional certifications, NPTEL courses, hackathons, coding competitions, technical events, and industry-supported programs strengthen students' technical, analytical, communication, and professional skills.

The department is equipped with modern IT laboratories, computing and networking facilities, cloud platforms, cybersecurity resources, and digital learning environments that provide students with extensive opportunities for hands-on experimentation and real-world problem solving. Strong industry and academic collaborations further enhance exposure through expert interactions, internships, training, industrial visits, and collaborative initiatives.

The Department places strong emphasis on career development and placement readiness, with systematic training in programming, competitive coding, problem solving, aptitude, communication, and emerging technologies. Continuous mentoring and career guidance prepare students for diverse opportunities in software development, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, AI, IT services, higher education, research, and entrepreneurship.

Through continuous improvement, stakeholder feedback, outcome attainment analysis, research, innovation, and industry engagement, the Department of Information Technology strives to create graduates who are technically proficient, innovative, adaptable, socially responsible, and prepared for lifelong learning, enabling them to excel in industry, research, higher education, and entrepreneurship at national and global levels.

Vision & Mission

Our Vision

To emerge as a centre of excellence in Information Technology that fosters competent professionals, advances cutting-edge research, and promotes innovation for societal development.

Our Mission

M1 To strengthen outcome-based education aligned with current and frontier Information Technologies to develop competent professionals for industry and society.
M2 To promote interdisciplinary research and innovative practices for solving real-world challenges.
M3 To expand global academic partnerships and promote a diverse, inclusive ecosystem ensuring equitable participation.
M4 To foster ethical responsibility, leadership qualities, teamwork skills, and a strong commitment to lifelong learning among IT professionals.

Recent Updates

SEP 16-19

Hands-on Workshop on Generative AI and Prompt Engineering: Tools & Applications
OCT 05

Six Days FDP on Exploring Cloud Infrastructure and Services with AWS: Foundations to Advanced Practices
AUG 29

International Conference on Recent Trends in Information Technology (ICRTITA’22) held at Vel Murugan Auditorium
JUL 18

Six Days FDP on Full Stack Application Development successfully conducted for faculty members
JUN 10

IEEE Computer Society student chapter organized national-level symposium with 350+ student participants
MAY 22

Computer Society of India (CSI) Chapter conducted Technical Quiz and Coding Challenge events
APR 08

Wipro Centre of Excellence launched for advanced training in enterprise technologies and digital transformation
MAR 15

Capgemini Centre of Excellence inaugurated to enhance industry-academia collaboration and student placement readiness

SEP 16-19

Hands-on Workshop on Generative AI and Prompt Engineering: Tools & Applications
OCT 05

Six Days FDP on Exploring Cloud Infrastructure and Services with AWS: Foundations to Advanced Practices
AUG 29

International Conference on Recent Trends in Information Technology (ICRTITA’22) held at Vel Murugan Auditorium
JUL 18

Six Days FDP on Full Stack Application Development successfully conducted for faculty members
JUN 10

IEEE Computer Society student chapter organized national-level symposium with 350+ student participants
MAY 22

Computer Society of India (CSI) Chapter conducted Technical Quiz and Coding Challenge events
APR 08

Wipro Centre of Excellence launched for advanced training in enterprise technologies and digital transformation
MAR 15

Capgemini Centre of Excellence inaugurated to enhance industry-academia collaboration and student placement readiness

Head of Department

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

After 3-5 years from the year of graduation, our graduates will:

PEO1: Formulate and apply mathematical, scientific, and engineering principles to solve problems in the information technology domain.
PEO2: Leverage modern IT technologies to address societal expectations and fulfill professional responsibilities.
PEO3: Showcase problem-solving ability along with strong communication, teamwork, leadership, and ethical values to work effectively in the Information Technology domain.
PEO4: Pursue higher studies at reputed institutions globally, build careers in IT core companies and commit to lifelong learning.

Program Outcomes (POs)

On successful completion of the Programme, the Graduates will be able to:

PO1: Engineering Knowledge: Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, computing, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization to develop solutions for complex engineering problems.
PO2: Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions.
PO3: Design/Development of Solutions: Design creative solutions for complex engineering problems and design/develop systems to meet identified needs with consideration for public health and safety.
PO4: Conduct Investigations of Complex Problems: Conduct investigations using research-based knowledge including design of experiments, modeling, analysis & interpretation of data.
PO5: Engineering Tool Usage: Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources and modern engineering & IT tools, including prediction and modeling.
PO6: The Engineer and The World: Analyze and evaluate societal and environmental aspects while solving complex engineering problems for sustainability.
PO7: Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics, human values, diversity and inclusion; adhere to national & international laws.
PO8: Individual and Collaborative Team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse/multi-disciplinary teams.
PO9: Communication: Communicate effectively and inclusively within the engineering community and society at large.
PO10: Project Management and Finance: Apply knowledge of engineering management principles and economic decision-making to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.
PO11: Life-Long Learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability for independent and life-long learning and adaptability to new technologies.

Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs)

PSO1: Acquire the basic knowledge of algorithms and recent tools for developing real-time software solutions related to the IT industry.
PSO2: Apply suitable methodologies and use innovative ideas to solve real-world complex problems in society.
PSO3: Be a competitive employee in the industry or an IT entrepreneur to face local and global challenges.

Curriculum and Syllabi

Research Areas

Big Data Analytics
Cloud Computing
Data Mining
Information & Network Security
Internet Technology
Mobile Computing
Wireless Sensor Networks

Research Labs

Patents / Publications / Consultancy

Centre of Excellences

Courses Offered

Undergraduate Courses

B. Tech. - Information Technology

Specialization in:

Cloud Computing
AI & ML

Postgraduate Courses

M. Tech. - Information and Cyber Security

Advanced postgraduate degree focusing on cyber security, data privacy, and modern defense systems.

Doctor of Philosophy

Ph. D. - Information Technology

(Full time with stipend / Part time)

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Value Added Courses

Cryptography in IT Security and Hacking
R Data Structures
Introduction to Computer Architecture
Network Function Virtualization Fundamentals
Software Engineering and Agile Software Development
Data Structures & Algorithms in Python: Sorting Algorithms
Data Structures and Algorithms using Python
Advanced Artificial Intelligence Projects with Python
Machine Learning Implementation
Machine Learning Fundamentals
Techniques for Big Data Analytics
Internet of Things 101
NodeJS Case Study - Movie App on Node JS and MongoDB
Azure IoT - the Complete Guide
Multithreading in Java
Core Java Programming Revisited

ICT and ALM

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Events Organized / Professional Societies and Activities

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Student Clubs

Discover vibrant student-led clubs in the Department of Information Technology including Coding Club, ECO Club, Innovation Club, Magazine Club, Fusion & Fashion Club, and Yoga Club.

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Faculty Continuing Education Programmes

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Notable Alumni

Batch of 2024

Prashant Kumar Singh

Security Engineer

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Batch of 2023

Surya Srinivasan

Decision Scientist

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Batch of 2022

P. Bhavishya

Lead - Data and AI

Tiger Analytics

Batch of 2016

Gayathri Manoj

Gen AI Developer

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Batch of 2021

Sachin Soni

Head of Business & Strategy

WhatNext Overseas

Batch of 2020

Sai Hemanth

Technical Account Manager

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