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Last quarter has been quite eventful as far as the insti-tution is concerned. I could feel tremendous improve-ment in institutional activities because of the shift from individualistic Laissez-Faire to transformational leader-ship style. As the captain of the GECBH team, I am proud of the changes and achievements of the institu-tion.
First and foremost is long cherished dream of the estab-lishment of the Personal Growth Centre. In the days to come it will act as a game changer for the institution by helping individuals in the professional and personal development. I thank Prof. K. Gopalakrishnan nair and Prof. K. Viswambharan who helped us in conceptualizing and executing the idea. Another remarkable achievement is from the GECBH-TBI in which 4 incu-batees are already in operation within an year and 3 more are waiting. The MoU signed with Goethe- Zentrum helped in the conduct of the workshop on ‘Cradle to Cradle Design’ by Mr. Christian Schueten from Germany and also for German classes for students. I thank Dr. Syed Ibrahim, Director, Goethe Zentrum, Trivandrum for the assistance. Six more organizations are lining up for MoU with GECBH (BOSCH, ADTECH Power, VATSAA Energy, REGEN, SILK, KSSTM). Its going to be handful of projects for all departments. Especially the Movable Bridge and Portable planetarium offer major design challenges.
As usual our students have fared exceptionally well in the University exam,
with ECE students bagging top 4 ranks out of 5. I congratulate the students,
teachers and parents who made this success possible. With new Kerala
Technological University coming into existence we are entering into a new
era in technical education. GECBH could do our own contribution by live
streaming the presentation by Prof. V. Radhakrishnan on Curriculum and
syllabus to 154 institutions. The opening of Clean Technology club, SPV Lab,
Vegetable garden and medicinal plant garden will go a long way in imbibing
sustainability and love for nature in the young minds. The valuable inputs
given by Mr. K. P. Moorthy, consultant BOSCH and Prof. Chem Nair, Curtin
University is thankfully acknowledged.
Jewel in the crown of GECBH is the newly started M.Tech programme in
Translational Engineering which is offered in collaboration with Columbia
University, University in Montreal and IIT Madras. The course will definitely
mould engineers with social commitment and ethical values who can trans-
late research ideas to solve practical problems. I wish the TPLC team led by
Dr. Suja all success for the novel endeavor. The opening of SFC and Library
facilities in the Ladies hostel has helped the inmates in a big way. I take this
opportunity to thank Lions Club of Space City who have contributed books
to the Library and conducted a Lions Quest programme for the students.
With the Accreditation visit round the corner, its time that the departments
shift gears to fine tune the documents and facilities for achieving best re-
sults. I request one and all in the institution to whole heartedly involve in
accreditation related activities.
Wish all the stake holders a happy and prosperous Onam.! Dr. B. Anil
Government Engineering
College ,Barton hill,
Trivandrum-35 , Kerala
Phone: +91-471-2300484,
+91-471-2300485
Web: www.gecbh.ac.in
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A U G 2 0 1 5 V O L U M E 2 I S S U E 3
Principal’s Message
For Internal Circulation Only
Printed and published by
Principal,
Government Engineering
College, Barton hill,
Trivandrum-695035
Sponsored by
TEQIP Phase—II
Editor & Designer:
Prof. Josna V.R.
Asst. Professsor,
Information Technology
Mission
• Impart engineering knowledge and
skills • Mould professionals with integ-
rity • Nurture the spirit of innovation,
creativity and sustainability to address
needs of society • Collaborate with in-
dustry, academic and research institutions
of repute
Vision
A centre of higher learning in engineering
that nurtures inquisitive young minds,
fosters innovative research and reaches
out to the society, while incessantly im-
proving itself.
NEWSLETTER
Don’t take rest after your first victory. Because if
you fail in second, mere lips are waiting to say that
your first victory was just luck– Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam
Best Wishes Dr.GR
Government Engineering College, Barton hill, Thiruvananthapuram
Our beloved Dean and
professor of ME depart-
m e n t , D r . G .
Ramachandran got
retired from his service
on May 31st 2015. His
service to this institute
as Dean (UG and PG ) is
incomparable. His sin-
cere, simple and silent work cannot be forgot-
ten by GECBians . During his long 9 years ser-
vice at GECBH, he played a vital role in many
decision makings and has witnessed the growth
of this institute. Staff club arranged a send off
party on May 31st. GECBH wish him health,
wealth and happiness.
I N S I D E T H I S I S S U E
12th BoG Meeting
Goodbye Dr. GR
KU Rank Holder
Digital India
Clean Technology Club
KTU Curriculum Workshop
Personal Growth Center
KTU -Admission 2015
Hostel SFC and Library
Sargam Stage Inauguration
R& D Activities
APJ Abdul Kalam—Memory
STTPS
It is my pleasure to introduce the college
newsletter’s third issue of this year. I would
like to dedicate this issue to the great scien-
tist , Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam .
This issue covers the academic, extra curricu-
lar, research achievements and activities of
the college during the June , July and first
week of Aug 2015 . It is found that the insti-
tute achieved so many feathers to its crown
during the last quarter. Inauguration of Per-
sonal Growth Center , KTU Curriculum Work-
shop, Digital India Quiz were a few among
them. The efforts taken by the
Principal, faculty , staff and stu-
dents to reach this success is
commendable. Hope the success
sustain!
From Editors Desk
TBI-GECBH
Workshops and STTPs
P A G E 2
As part of World Environment Day Celebrations, GECBH inaugurated its
Clean Technology Club on June 5th 2015. Mr. Sridhar Radhakrishnan,
Program Director, Thanal was invited as the resource person. A total of
78 participants attended the workshop – 41 students and 37 staffs
(teaching and non-teaching). Prof. Mala JB , Asst. Professor, IT was the
coordinator of the programme. As part of the programme following
activities were organised
A Poster Exhibition on Clean Technology
Inauguration of Environmental Engineering Lab for Civil Engg Dept)
Environmental Quiz Competition (was open to all staff and students)
Planting of Tree saplings ( as part of Green Cam-
pus campaign)
Campus cleaning (As part of Litter free campus
campaign)
Many students , faculty and staff members partici-
pated in all the events and the program was great
success
KTU– Admission 2015
World Environment Day- Clean Technology Club
A Quiz programme on “Digital India” for the Engineering College Stu-
dents of Kerala was held at Government Engineering College, Barton
hill, Trivandrum at 10 am on 3rd July 2015.Two teams from a college
was made to participate in the event. The Quiz pro-
gramme was sponsored by Department of Communica-
tions and Information Technology (DEITY) and National
Informatics Centre(NIC). Principal was the quiz master
for the final round. The First Cash Prize of Rs.5000/- was
awarded to the team from M.A College, Kothaman-
galam.The Second Cash Prize of Rs.3000/- was awarded
to the team from Mohandas College of Engineering and
Technology, Trivandrum.The Third Cash Prize of Rs.2000/
- was awarded to the team from Mar Baselious Institute
of Technology, Trivandrum. Prof. Sangeetha U, AP ,IT was
the coordinator of the program.
“All of us do not have equal talent. but allof us have an equal opportunity to develop our
talents. “ Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam
Ms. Deepa
S with CGPA
9 . 5 2
grabbed the
Kerala Uni-
versity first
rank in
electronics
and com-
munication engineering branch.
There are many more rank hold-
ers in ECE, ME EEE and IT, who
have got 3rd and 4th rank from
university in their respective
branches.
Digital India Quiz
Clean Technology Club Inaugu-
ration
Digital In-
dia—
Program at
Zoom IT
KTU Admission
G E C B A R T O N H I L L N E W S L E T T E R
The twelfth Board of Governance
meeting was conducted on 29th
May 2015 at college conference
hall . Apart from institute nomi-
nees, Dr. Idy Chndy , BoG Chair-
man, Dr. K. Vijayakumar , DTE, Dr.
Kurian Issac, Professor, IIST, were
present. The BoG appreciated the
college TEQIP activities and ap-
proved the future action plans .
KU Rank Holder
12th BOG Meeting
The Principal addressed the students
and parents of UG and PG pro-
grammes who got admission in the
newly formed Kerala Technological
University on 3rd Aug 2015. The Prin-
cipal explained the various activities
and achievements of the college
during his presentation, All HOD’s
and faculty members were present
during the occasion.
The Sargam stage of GECBH, constructed at a cost of Rs.10 lakh
with the assistance of MLA Fund was inaugurated by Sri.K. Mura-
leedharan MLA on 4th August 2015. Principal, PTA Members, Smt.
Mary Pushpam , Ward Councilor were present on the occasion.
The whole event was funded and organized by PTA. Prof. Satheesh
kumar and Prof. Christy James Jose were the coordinators.
P A G E 3 V O L U M E 2 I S S U E 3
It is well known attitude drives the behaviors. Hence the students
need to be resourceful processors of strongly built behavior to deliver
peaceful, truthful and dignified results. Only an ingoing process of
application of personality building techniques can mend the m for
success. Centre for Personal growth can pave the way for a happy
climate. This centre engage in the conduct of a set of activities aimed
at the faculty, students and other staff enjoying physical health and
mental maturity. A happy, powerful and resourceful existence of the
centre is the healthy participation and patronage of the management
of the institution at all levels. This new idea is the brain child of
two retired professors, Prof. Viswambharan and Prof.
K.Gopalakrishnan Nair. The Personal Growth Centre was inaugu-
rated on July 2015. Prof. Satheebhai PR, Coordinator of the centre
welcomed the gathering . Principal gave the precedential address.
The center was formally inaugurated by Dr. Thomas Mathew
Principal, Govt. Medical College, Trivandrum . Dr. Rema , Rtd.
DME and Prof. Viswambharan shared their experience during
felicitation. Dr. Suresh HOD ECE proposed the vote of thanks.
SFC & Library for LH
Personal Growth Centre Inauguration
Sargam Stage Inauguration
The opening of Library facilities in the Ladies hostel was 29th
July 2015. Lions Club of Space City has contributed books to the
Library and conducted a Lions Quest programme for the stu-
dents on the same day. The function was coordinated by Prof.
Manju R, Warden and AP,IT. A Student Facilitation Centre was
also inaugurated for the inmates .
“ No matter what is the environment around you, it is always possible to maintain your brand of integrity”.
Dr. Rema, Former DMO during her felicitation
Prof. Viswambharan sharing his experience
KTU Curriculum and Syllabus Awareness Workshop
- D r . A P J A b d u l K a l a m
GECBH did our own contribution by live streaming the presentation by Prof. V.
Radhakrishnan on Curriculum and syllabus Awareness Workshop of Kerala
Technological University to 154 institutions all over Kerala. This is done by making use
of the video conferencing facility at ZOOM IT. Many faculty members from various
institutions came to the institute to listen to Prof. V. Radhakrishan .They clarified
their doubts about KTU and shared their inputs and views about the university . Dr. KP.
Issac , Vice Chancelor of the university was present during the session. Prof. S. Sheela,
In Memory of Former President Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam
“ It is very easy to defeat someone, but it is very hard to win someone.”-Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam
P A G E 4
TBI-GECBH
Workshops and Short Term Training Programmes
R & D Activities
The Kerala University Union in collaboration
with GECBH Union organized a commemo-
rative meeting in honor of our former Presi-
dent of Inida Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam at college
Mini auditorium on 10th August 2015 . For-
mer Minister Mr. MA Baby was the chief
guest. Dr. Kalam’s old friend and owner of
Guruvayoorappan hotel Mr. Parameswaran
and Mr. Radhakrishnan, Deputy Director
VSSC shared their good moments with the
great man. College union arranged a poster
presentation showcasing Dr. Abdul Kalam’s
great words at the main entrance.
A Technology Business Incubator (TBI) has been established in
the month of June 2014 with focus on software development
as an important facility of Government Engineering College
Barton Hill. Presently, four companies are registered and
started functioning in TBI-GECBH and have Signed MoU with
the GECBH-TBI.
CAIRUZ --MoU Signed On 28th April 2015
LOTUSBUTTON --MoU Signed On 23rd July 2015
MEAR ENTERPRISES --MoU Signed On 3rd August, 2015
KRACKiT -- MoU Signed On 3rd August, 2015 .
Some of them are current students entrepreneurs and some
are alumni of this institute. All startups are incubates of TBI-
GECBH and follows startup policy of Kerala Government.
The R& D committee of GECBH organized a Workshop on
“Technical Writing “ for the PG students of the institute dur-
ing 10-12 Aug 2015. The sessions included Measuring aca-
demic research, Role of Journal Indexing and scientometrics,
Introduction to Latex and Beamer, Reading research papers,
Research guidance. The workshop was coordinated by Prof.
Jayasree P, AP,IT.
Dr. Jiji Anna Varughese , AP, CE organized an STTP on "Effective Communication" during 10-13 June 2015
Dr. Suja R , AP, CE organized a workshop on “Academic Initiatives of KTU” for faculties on 22 June 2015
Dr. Dorothy Asso.Prof. ECE coordinated a programme on "Personality Development through Yoga" during 22nd June to
17th July 2015
Prof. Anoop S K M, AP,IT organized a Programme on” Awareness to regional language literature” on 19th June 2015
Prof. Satheebhai PR Asso.Prof, IT and Prof. Mala J B, AP, IT coordinated an STTP on "Scripting Languages"
during 29 th June - 1 July 2015
Dr. S J Shabu, AP(Phy. Edn) organized a workshop on "Enhancing Mental and Physical Harmony through Sports on 14th July 2015
Prof. Sangeetha U AP, IT organized a Workshop on "Comprehensive Induction Programme" for new faculty during 9-11, July 2015
Prof. Sindhu N Ap, ECE coordinated a Workshop on "Design for circular economy innovation in product design driven by ecology"
during 17 & 20-21, July 2015
Dr. Suresh , Professor, ECE organized a Talk on NAAC Accreditation on 27th July 2015
Prof. Satheebhai P R, Asso. Prof, IT organized a Talk in connection with inauguration of Personal Growth Centre on 27th July 2015