Monday, November 29, 2010

Tamil Virtual University

 About University

 Tamil Virtual University (TVU) is a web based University with its headquarters at Chennai in Tamil Nadu state. The University, established by the Government of Tamil Nadu, functions under the guidance of a Board of Directors and is administered by a full time Director. The University aims to develop and deliver Internet based learning material in Tamil language, literature and culture to global Tamil Communities and others interested.

Educational Streams

Major academic activities of Tamil Virtual University include imparting Internet based educational programmes, digital library and development of Tamil computing. Educational programmes offered by the University include courses on Tamil literature from alphabets to advanced research through internet. Courses on Tamil for tourists and other programs on Tamil culture and art are also included in the University’s curriculum. The lessons are developed in such way that these create interest and provide motivation for learning in self learning mode. The use of multimedia contents include audio, video, animation, pictures, text, etc.

It offers certificate course for the beginners to learn Tamil from alphabets. The curriculum covers Tamil study up to 6th standard under three levels, namely Basic, Intermediate and Advanced levels that include a primary programme with rhymes and moral stories. The higher level programs offered by the University include courses on Tamil Language, Culture, Literature, history, art etc. from introductory level to a higher level viz. Diploma, Higher Diploma, Graduate and Post Graduate and Research programs that lead to Ph.D. The degrees are awarded by the Tamil University, Thanjavur. The higher level programme degrees are awarded by the Tamil University, Thanjavur on completion of prescribed requirements.

Facilities

Tamil Virtual University has developed a digital library for the benefit of the students of TVU and for the Tamils living abroad. The digital library includes three sections, namely, books, dictionaries and other references. The University also facilitates Tamil scholars pooled out from the Universities in Tamil Nadu for guiding the Ph.D. scholars pursuing research in Tamil language, literature, history, culture, art, etc. through the University.

History

Established in February 1999, Tamil Virtual University (TVU) was established by the Government of Tamil Nadu for meeting the emerging needs of the Tamil Community and others interested in Tamil studies. The University aims to offer academic programs in Tamil Language, literature and culture for audit and to award appropriate Certificate/Diploma/Degree through Tamil University, Thanjavur.

Contact Details:

amil Virtual University
Module 44, 4th Floor,
Elnet Software City
Taramani
Chennai - 600 113
Tamil Nadu
Phone: +91--+ 91 - 44 - 22541010, 22541012, 22541013
Fax: +91--+ 91 - 44 - 22541011
tamilvu@vsnl.com
www.tamilvu.org

Vinayaka Missions University


 About University

Vinayaka Missions University (VMU) is a prominent name in the field of professional education related to Medical, Dental, Homoeopathy, Paramedical, Engineering and Management sciences. Vinayaka Missions University was founded by the Ministry of Human Resources Development (India) to help the locals get the fruits of higher education.

Educational Streams

Vinayaka Missions University provides a conducive environment for the students to achieve excellence in their chosen field of specialization. It has established many institutions in India and abroad, under its banner that offers certificate, diploma, postgraduate diploma, undergraduate degree, postgraduate degree and M Phil programm with remarkable facilities and guided by professional and experienced faculties.

The University has been successfully imparting education in the fields of medicine, dentistry, nursing, allied health sciences, engineering, management, computer science applications and basic sciences. The engineering undergraduate degree programmes offered by the University are accredited by national agencies such as UGC, NBA and Institution of Engineers (India). The University has also been able to establish international collaborations with reputed international universities in Thailand, Canada and a medical school in Belize. Recently, it has also made its presence felt in the United States with a medical campus in the state of Maryland near the city of Hagerstown.

It has established a separate wing for distance learning education known as the Directorate of Distance Education with the objective of widening the access of higher to diversified learners at national and global levels.

Facilities
The University houses four blocks of twelve-storey air-conditioned / non-air-conditioned hostel accommodation, well-equipped with furniture, computer with internet, cafeteria and mini-mart. These hostels are equipped with all modern facilities that are available in the campus. Apart from imparting education, the University considers the overall development of its students and thereby promotes extracurricular activities like National Service Scheme (NSS) and National Cadet Corporation (NCC). It has also established a Career Development Cell that helps the students during their final term of study helping them to develop soft skills, attitude and personality.

History

Vinayaka Missions University, formerly known as Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation, is a Deemed University established in the year 2001. Later, in the year 2006, it was renamed as Vinayaka Missions University and conferred the degree of a full-fledged University by the University Grants Commission (Under Section 3 of the UGC Act 1956).

Faculties/Departments:

Faculty of Allied Health Sciences
Faculty of Dentistry
Faculty of Homeopathy
Faculty of Nursing
Faculty of Pharmacy
Faculty of Physiotherapy
Faculty of Engineering Technology and Management
Faculty of Arts and Science
Faculty of International Medicine
Faculty of Education
Faculty of Physical Education
Faculty of International Dentistry

Contact Details:

Vinayaka Missions University
NH-47, Sankari Main Road
Ariyanoor
Salem - 636 308
Tamil Nadu
Phone: +91-427-3987000
Fax: +91-427-2477903
vmtrust@vinayakamission.com
www.vinayakamission.com

Vel Tech University

 About Univ

 Vel Tech Technical University located in Chennai, is a private co-educational University offering a number of courses. The University has established state-of-the-art infrastructural and technological facilities to ensure that the students get the best exposure to face the world with confidence. Apart from imparting education and knowledge, Vel Tech University focuses on the overall development of the students.

Educational streams

VEL Tech Dr RR & Dr SR Technical University has established several institutions under its educational banner and has been successfully conducting a range of courses. The VEL TECH Engineering College established by the University is known for its standard of education. It offers more than 25 courses approved by All India Council for Technical Education, AICTE, New Delhi. It offers programs leading to the award of BE, BTech, ME, MTech, MSc, MBA degrees.

The university has structured its educational programs and categorized them into groups. Students can choose from University core, Faculty core, Area core, Area elective, and University elective courses. The University has established international associations with various renowned organizations like Oklahoma State University Stillwater Campus (America), Construction Industry Development Council (Canada) and British Council.

Facilities

Apart from imparting quality education amongst the students, Vel Tech University provides all required facilities to its students. It has maintained more than 50 well equipped laboratories, computer facilities with 24 hours internet connectivity, aided by dynamic web support system accessible to every student and parent. University hostels accommodate the outstation students and offer a healthy and conducive environment to study. The University library has vast resources to meet every student’s requirement of books for the full course.

History

Established in 1990 by a well known industrialist, VEL TECH group of educational institutions is known for imparting quality education. It has been declared as Deemed to be University under section u/s 3 of the UGC Act1956 by the UGC and notified by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India, New Delhi.

Faculties/Departments:

Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Information and Computing
Management
Built Environment
Technology
Science and Humanities

Contact Details:

VEL Tech Dr RR & Dr SR Technical University
42 & 60, Avadi-Vel Tech Road,
Avadi
Chennai - 600 062
Tamil Nadu
Phone: +91--26841601, 26840896, 26840869, 26840249
Fax: +91--26840262
admission@vel-tech.org, veltech@vsnl.com
www.vel-tech.org

Anna University Tirunelveli

 About Univ

Anna University Tirunelveli was established by the Tamilnadu Government to facilitate better outflow of knowledge resources in the region. It is currently functioning from the campus of Government College of Engineering, Tirunelveli which is located 3 Km. from Palayamkottai in NH 7 towards Kanyakumari.

Educational Streams

Anna University Tirunelveli grants affiliation to colleges conducting graduate and post graduate courses related to engineering, technology and management. The University offers undergraduate programmes BE./BTech in a number of technical disciplines. Post -graduate technical courses are offered in Applied Electronics, Computer Science and Engineering, Engineering Design, Power Electronics and Drives, Structural Engineering etc.

All courses conducted by the University are available full time as well as part time. The University has introduced some new undergraduate degree programs in its curriculum as an attempt to provide the youth with the required competitiveness and challenges and guide them to explore their excellence.

History

nna University Tirunelveli was formed as a result of quadrafurcation of Anna University into four universities, namely, Anna University Chennai, Anna University Trichy, and Anna University Coimbatore and Anna University Thirunelveli. The University imparts education in Bachelor of Engineering, Master of Engineering and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D), and all these programs are available with full time and part time study options.

Faculties/Departments:

Aeronautical Engineering
Computer Science and Engineering
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Automobile Engineering
Marine Engineering
Instrumentation and Control Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
Information Technology
Bio Technology
Polymer Technology

Contact Details:
Anna University Tirunelveli
Tirunelveli - 627 007
Tamil Nadu
Phone: +91-462-2554255
Fax: +91-462-2552877
www.annauniv.edu.in

Anna University Tiruchirappalli

About Univ

Anna University Tiruchirappalli (Trichy), situated along Tiruchirappalli-Pudukkottai Highway, has been established as a technical University by the Government of Tamilnadu. Educational jurisdiction of the University spreads across the districts of Ariyalur, Cuddalore, Dindigul, Nagappattinam, Perambalur, Pudukkottai, Ramanathapuram, Sivagangai, Thanjavur, Tiruchirappalli, Tiruvarur, and Theni. The University has affiliated several Government, self-financing, and standalone institutions.

Educational Streams

Anna University Tiruchirappalli is an affiliating university with a number of colleges under it. The university offers undergraduate engineering degree programs in the faculties of Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering and Computer Science and Engineering. Post-graduate engineering courses are also offered in a number of disciplines through Modular Based Credit Banking Scheme. Besides this it has also established a Department of Management Studies that offers regular and Integrated MBA courses in its main campus with specializations in Finance, HR, Marketing, System & Operations. There is an integrated MSc course (Computer Science) of five year duration.

The University has also established a Centre for University Industry Collaboration (CUIC) that serves as a channel for the flow of expertise and knowledge between the University and Industry, by developing educational programs for the benefit of students, faculties, research scholars, placement and training officers as per industrial expectations.

Facilities

Besides offering educational programs the University also encourages the students to participate in extra-curricular activities. The National Service Scheme (NSS) at Anna University has been functioning regularly. The overall objective of NSS is to provide service to the community. It is a student centred programme where the NSS volunteers establish close collaboration with the clientele community and enabling the students to get proper exposure.

History

Anna University was formerly known as School of Engineering and Technology or the Bharathidasan Institute of Technology. In December 2007, the institute was converted into an affiliating university, absorbing almost all engineering colleges in the district of South under its administration.

Contact Details:

Anna University Tiruchirappalli
India
Tiruchirapalli - 620 024
Tamil Nadu
Phone: +91-431-2407946, 2407975
www.tau.edu.in

Anna University Coimbatore

  About Univ

Anna University Coimbatore came into being in 2007 after the bifurcation of Anna University Chennai. It is an affiliating University which has brought in a number of colleges conducting graduate and post graduate courses under its umbrella. The University is particularly known for its professional courses which include more than 40 degree programs. Territorial jurisdiction of the University spreads to the districts of Coimbatore, Dharmapuri, Erode, Karur, Krishnagiri, Namakkal, Salem, and Nilgiris.

Educational Streams

  • Anna University Coimbatore provides teaching and research facilities in higher education in the fields of Engineering, Technology, Management and allied Sciences relevant to the current and future needs of the society. Apart from promoting research activities and disseminating knowledge, it fosters co-operation between the academic and industrial communities. The University has affiliated more than 100 colleges that include government, aided, self financing and stand alone institutions.
  •  The full time undergraduate courses offered by Anna University include B Arch (Architecture), Bachelor’s (BE) in Aeronautical Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Bio-Medical Engineering, Software Engineering, Bachelor’s (B Tech) in Bio Technology, Chemical Engineering and B Sc - Information Technology. Postgraduate degree courses like Master of Business Administration (MBA) with specialization in Airline & Airport Management, Banking and Insurance Management, Master of Computer Applications (MCA), M Sc in Bio-Technology, Computer Science, Computer Technology, Network Engineering and M Tech in Real-time & Embedded System are conducted by the University.
  History

Anna University Coimbatore was formed as a result of quadra-furcation of Anna University into four universities, namely, Anna University Chennai, Anna University Trichy, and Anna University Coimbatore and Anna University Thirunelveli. Anna University Coimbatore is an affiliating type of university established under Anna University, Coimbatore Act, 2006, by the Government of Tamilnadu.

Faculties/Departments:

Department of Civil Engineering
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering
Department of Computer Science and Engineering
Department of Information Technology
Department of Computer Applications
School of Management Studies

Contact Details:


Anna University Coimbatore
GCT Campus
Thadagam Road
Coimbatore - 641 013
Tamil Nadu
Phone: +91--2451212
Fax: +91--2453838
info@annauniv.ac.in
www.annauniv.ac.in