ECS Events

ECS Department in collaboration with SAKEC IDEA Lab organized a six-day skilling program titled “Maker Lab: Imagine. Innovate. Inspire.” for school students. The objective of the program was to introduce young learners to emerging technologies through hands-on learning and practical exposure. The sessions focused on Robotics, 3D Printing, Laser Cutting, Electronics, IoT, and Design Thinking.
Total 31 children participated in the program.
Mr. Santosh Kamble, Ms. Manjusha Kulkarni and Ms. Anita Nalawade were the trainers for the skilling program.

A field visit was organized on 22/03/2026 for SY1 ECS students under the Entrepreneurship Development Lab (EDL) at Dadobaa oils OPC private limited under the guidance of Faculty Coordinators Ms. Jayashree Dhawale and Dr. Renuka V. Chimankare.

The purpose of the visit was to provide practical exposure to real-world entrepreneurial practices and business operations. Students were introduced to the functioning of a small-scale industry focused on cold-pressed oil production. The organization demonstrated traditional oil extraction techniques and explained the importance of maintaining product quality. Students also learned about sourcing raw materials, packaging, and marketing strategies.

An interactive session allowed students to understand challenges faced by entrepreneurs and startup growth. The visit helped in enhancing their knowledge of innovation and management in business. All students actively participated and showed enthusiasm throughout the visit. Necessary safety measures and discipline were maintained under the supervision of the faculty coordinators. Overall, the visit was informative and successful in achieving its objective of promoting entrepreneurial learning.

On 7th April 2026, an interactive 6-hour session was conducted on drone fundamentals, flight mechanics, applications, and practical flying.

The session provided students with an engaging, activity-driven, and hands-on experience. From understanding how drones work to real-time flying, the event effectively combined learning with active participation.

This session was conducted by our Final Year student Siddharth Gugaliya and Second Year student Rajat Adsule.

We appreciate their efforts in delivering an insightful and practical learning experience for all participants.

On 13^th April 2026, a demonstration session on the Unicorn Simulator (USIM) was conducted as part of the Entrepreneurship Development Lab to provide students with practical exposure to startup modeling and entrepreneurial decision-making. The session was delivered by Mr. Bhavey associated with the Unicorn Simulator platform from Cybranex Pvt. Ltd.

The primary objective of the session was to introduce students to the concept of startup simulation, where various business parameters such as revenue, costs, growth rate, and funding are analyzed to understand how a startup can scale into a unicorn.

The session aimed to bridge the gap between theoretical learning and real-world entrepreneurial practices by providing a hands-on understanding of business modeling tools.

The IEI-SAKEC Student Chapter, in collaboration with the ECS Department of Shah & Anchor Kutchhi Engineering College, successfully organized a One-Day Workshop on “Prompt Engineering – Where Pedagogy Meets AI Precision” on 7th March 2026.

The session was led by Ronak Parikh, Co-Founder of Techinfinity, Techinfinity Studios, Bespoke Bliss, and Technobotics, a 30 Under 30 recognized entrepreneur, whose ventures have also been featured among the Top 60 Startups of Maharashtra under MSSIDC.

Through insightful discussions and live demonstrations, participants explored:
 Fundamentals of Prompt Engineering
 AI-assisted productivity and teaching techniques
 Practical applications of AI tools in real-world workflows

The workshop highlighted how the right prompts can unlock the true potential of Artificial Intelligence, making it a crucial skill for students, educators, and professionals alike.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Hemant Shah and Shreyas Vinchu for their constant support and encouragement in making this initiative possible.

A big thank you to all the participants for their enthusiastic involvement and curiosity to learn. Looking forward to many more such knowledge-sharing initiatives! 

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An insightful technical session was conducted on 13th February 2026 by Ms. Purva Ambre, BTech student of Electronics and Computer Science focusing on the Anatomy of Drones, Aerodynamics, and ESP32 Applications in UAV Systems. The session provided students with an in-depth understanding of the structural and functional components of drones, including frame design, propulsion systems, flight controllers, sensors, and communication modules. Special emphasis was given to aerodynamic principles such as lift, drag, thrust, and stability that govern drone flight performance.
We appreciate Ms. Purva for her commendable effort and contribution towards enhancing technical knowledge among students.

A Training Session was conducted in online mode by Mr. Bhavey Mittal from Cybranex Centre of Excellence (CoE) team for SY ECS students on 8th January 2026 at 12:00 p.m. The speaker introduced the students about the Unicorn Simulator sponsored by Cybranex team CoE which is helpful for the students to run and understand the startup journey they learn in the Entrepreneurship and Development Lab subject in their curriculum.

A total of 71 students attended the session and played the simulator as per the instructions given by the speaker.

A workshop on “Dealing with Peer Pressure” was conducted by Ms. Hitakshi Joshi on 22nd January 2026 for the students of the Electronics and Computer Science (ECS) Department.
The session aimed to create awareness among students about the nature of peer pressure and its impact on personal choices, academic performance, and emotional well-being. Ms. Joshi engaged the students through interactive discussions, relatable real-life scenarios, and practical strategies to help them make confident and responsible decisions.
Students were encouraged to express their thoughts, share experiences, and learn healthy ways to handle external influences while staying true to their values and goals. The workshop helped students develop better self-awareness, decision-making skills, and confidence in handling social and academic pressures.
The session was well received by the students and proved to be insightful, engaging, and beneficial for their personal growth and overall development.

A highly informative session on “Basic Drone Designing” was successfully conducted on 11th February 2026 by our Electronics and Computer Science (ECS) Second Year student, Mr. Rajat Adsule.

The session provided valuable insights into the fundamentals of drone technology, including basic components, working principles, design considerations, and practical applications. Participants gained a clear understanding of drone structure, flight control mechanisms, and emerging opportunities in the field of unmanned aerial systems.

The session was interactive and engaging, encouraging the SY students to explore innovation and hands-on learning in drone development. Such peer-led initiatives reflect the technical enthusiasm and growing research culture within the ECS department.

We appreciate Mr. Rajat Adsule for his commendable effort and contribution towards enhancing technical knowledge among the SY ECS students.

The IEI Student Chapter, in collaboration with P2P Foundation, successfully organized an interactive workshop on Crypto and Web3 titled “Earn · Invest · Spend” on 2nd February 2026 at 201 Lab.
The workshop was designed to provide students with practical exposure to cryptocurrency and real-world Web3 applications, moving beyond theoretical concepts. The session covered crypto fundamentals, common mistakes and scams, earning and investment mechanisms, and everyday use cases of digital assets.
A key highlight of the event was the live interaction and hands-on learning experience, which included quizzes, user-generated content challenges, and a real-time application walkthrough. Selected students also received an opportunity to experience crypto usage in a controlled environment.
The session was conducted by Mr. Sarthak Pawar from P2P Foundation, who shared valuable industry insights and engaged students through interactive discussions. The workshop witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, fostering awareness, analytical thinking, and industry readiness.
This collaborative initiative reflects the institute’s commitment to exposing students to emerging technologies and strengthening industry academia interaction.

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Parent–teacher meeting of ECS department was held on 4th Oct 2025, from 1.00 pm onwards in 2nd-floor classrooms.

Dr. Asha Durafe, Head of the Department welcomed all & gave a brief idea about the department achievements, results, attendance rules and revised curriculum structure and its benefits. She also informed details about exam rules, exam scheme, exam conduction, as well as passing criteria for all exams.

🌟 Industry Expert Session on Linux Skill-Based Lab 🌟

The Department of Electronics and Computer Science (ECS), SAKEC, in collaboration with the IEI SAKEC Student Chapter, successfully organized an Industry Expert Session on “Linux Skill-Based Lab – Industry Perspectives” on 24th September 2025.

The session was conducted by Mr. Nikhil Gaikwad, from XL Dynamics India pvt Ltd. who shared valuable insights on Linux fundamentals, practical command-line usage, and industry applications, giving students hands-on exposure to essential tools and techniques.

Students gained a deeper understanding of how Linux skills are applied in real-world industry scenarios, helping them strengthen both their technical knowledge and employability. The interactive discussions and live demonstrations made the session engaging and highly impactful.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Mr. Nikhil Gaikwad for sharing his expertise and inspiring our students.

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🌟 Successful High Tea & Networking Get-Together at SAKEC! 🌟

The Electronics & Computer Science Department and Electronics & Telecommunication Department in collaboration with IDEA LAB of Shah and Anchor Kutchhi Engineering College (SAKEC) recently hosted a highly enriching High Tea & Networking Get-Together on 13th September 2025 at the Idea Lab.

This special session was designed exclusively for students yet to be placed, with the key objectives of:
✔️ Fostering meaningful connections with peers and faculty
✔️ Sharing valuable guidance and motivation to boost placement readiness
✔️ Creating awareness about upcoming opportunities and effective preparation strategies

We were delighted to see active participation from students and their parents, contributing to vibrant discussions and exchanging ideas to enhance career prospects.

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 Department of Electronics and Computer Science (ECS), SAKEC presents CompTIA Certification Courses! 

The Department of Electronics and Computer Science, Shah & Anchor Kutchhi Engineering College (SAKEC), in collaboration with the Global Cyber Security Association
(GCA), is excited to offer globally recognized CompTIA Certification Courses at more than 50% discount — exclusively for our students!

Courses Offered:

CompTIA A+
CompTIA Security+
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA Data+
☁️ CompTIA Cloud+
CompTIA Tech+
CompTIA SecurityX
…and many more specialized certifications designed to build your Cyber Security and IT infrastructure expertise!

Why Enroll?
✅ Internationally recognized certifications
✅ Enhance employability and technical competence
✅ Hands-on, skill-based learning
✅ Limited seats available — grab your spot now!

Registration link: https://forms.gle/buY4YV4CcgDzffjMA

For more details, contact:
Dr. Asha Durafe
Head of Department, ECS, SAKEC
Member, Global Cyber Security Association (GCA)

Department of Electronics & Computer Science organized an Industry Expert talk for second year and third year students on 17th January 2025 during 2pm to 3:30pm. The speaker, Mr. Pravin Jogdand, Industry Expert from SemTech, Pune gave valuable insights into the transformative role of embedded systems in the AI era. Dr. Asha Durafe from the Department of Electronics & Computer Science coordinated the event.

Key Highlights of the Lecture:

1. Introduction to Embedded Systems and AI: The session began with an overview of embedded systems and their integration into modern technology.

2. Applications and Use Cases: Real-world examples were presented, including AI-powered IoT devices, autonomous vehicles, smart appliances, and industrial automation.

3. Technological Challenges and Opportunities: Challenges such as hardware constraints, energy efficiency, and real-time processing were discussed.

4. Future Trends: The talk explored emerging trends, such as edge computing, neuromorphic chips, and the role of AI in improving security and scalability in embedded systems. The event received an overwhelming response, with 82 participants including staff and students actively attending. Feedback from attendees praised the speaker’s ability to simplify complex concepts and provide actionable insights.

We are thrilled to announce that the Electronics & Computer Science Department successfully organized an Alumni Talk on Career Growth on 23rd August 2025, featuring our proud alumna, Dr. Gauri Koli, Analog IC Design Engineer at Texas Instruments, Silicon Valley.

From sharing her journey from SAKEC to Silicon Valley to guiding students on skill-building, higher studies, industry trends, and career planning, the session was packed with insights and inspiration!

💡 Key Highlights:

🔹 Real-life experiences & challenges from SAKEC to Texas Instruments

🔹 Tips on higher studies, scholarships, and research opportunities

🔹 Skill-building strategies beyond classroom learning

🔹 Resume, interview & networking tips

🔹 Motivation to dream big and aim higher 🌟

Students were engaged, curious, and inspired throughout the session! The Q&A segment was buzzing with interesting discussions and practical advice straight from the expert.

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On 19th July 2025, Ms. Preethi Warrier(ECS Department) and Ms. Deepshikha Chaturvedi (Department of Computer Engineering) conducted a session on Advanced Pedagogical Techniques for the staff members of ECS and Computer Engineering.

Ms.Preethi Warrier and Ms. Deepshikha Chaturvedi presented the Teaching Learning techniques they learnt from NITTTR Bhopal and the session was extremely fruitful and informative. The session was held at 10;00am on 19th July 2025 in Lab 607.

IEI in collaboration with the ECS Department offered a 10 days internship / skill development  program on “Data Science with Power BI” from June 16^th to June  26^th , 2025 at Lab 103 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Prof. Deepika Patil and Prof. Keerthana T were the speakers for this event.

The internship was designed for staff and students, to impart both theoretical understanding and practical exposure, in the domains of Python programming, Machine Learning, and Business Intelligence using Power BI. Each day was structured with a detailed agenda progressing from foundational Python to hands-on project implementation.

On 11th April 2025, Shah & Anchor Kutchhi Engineering College organized an industrial visit to Prismtech Technologies, Mahape, via the ECS Department IEI-SAKEC Student Chapter.

A total of 41 students from ECS, CS, AIDS, ACT, and EXTC departments participated. The visit aimed to provide practical exposure to modern manufacturing and smart automation systems. Students toured advanced machinery including Flow Wrap, VFFS, Blister Packing, and Bottle Filling Lines. Technologies like PLCs, HMIs, and various sensors were demonstrated. Students learned about SLAM-based 3D mapping and Cognex barcode systems.

The integration of AI and automation in real-world production was a key highlight. An interactive session with Prismtech engineers offered career and industry insights. Prof. Manjusha Kulkarni and Prof. Anita Nalawade coordinated the successful visit. The visit bridged academic learning with industrial experience, inspiring the students

The SAKEC Robo Club, in collaboration with the ECS Department, organized a session, “Mobile App Development using Flutter” on January 25, 2025, at Lab 202 from 10:00 am to 4 pm. Mr. Manohar Acharya was the speaker of this event and Prof Manjusha Kulkarni was the Event Coordinator.

Students learned Dart Language from scratch in this session, which forms the foundation of App Development using Flutter. The session covered how the mobile applications work behind the scenes, with practical demonstrations of API Testing. In addition, version controlled systems like Git and GitHub were introduced, teaching the students how to collaborate efficiently on app development projects.

The program facilitated hands-on experience and deepened the understanding of mobile app development using Flutter.

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Our team along with guide Prof. Shikha Singh of “Hybrid Solar Inverter” project, under Research Cell, had the opportunity to visit a Solar Manufacturing company namely Solace Cogen Pvt Ltd, a Solar Photovoltaic Power plant manufacturing Company on 1st Oct 2024 from 10:00 am.
We were welcomed by Sir Mahesh Rane who is the CEO of the company. After a brief introduction of the company, Mahesh Sir took us to a nearby site where they had installed solar panels. He explained the whole process to us in detail, how they’re installed, how do
solar panels work, and what all procedures we need to follow while installing them.
In all, the session touched upon various essential aspects related to solar energy in the field.

A guest Lecture was arranged by IKS CELL, in collaboration with the ECS Department for the Students of the second Year on 16th August 2024. The session was conducted for 3 hours (morning 9:00 am to 12 pm)
The speaker was Rtr. PP. P. H. Tyagaraju from BARC.
The session was conducted on Phonetics pronunciation and Deep knowledge about Swaras and Vynjanas for the Subject – Indian Knowledge Systems, Sem -3 ECS .
The session was organized

by IKS subject Faculties Prof. Jayashree B., Prof. Urmila B., Prof. Deepika P., and Prof. Smitha A.

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On 4th July 2024, SAKEC Counselor, Ms. Hitakshi Joshi conducted a session for Final Year Electronics and Computer Science students, to develop their Professional Skills.

She guided the students on how to face the interviewer confidently, also equipping them with verbal & non-verbal communication skills. This training would help them to work in the future with fellow colleagues. It is very essential to gain professional skills before entering into the corporate world, so the importance of focusing on not just on their attitude, but also their presentation, was discussed.

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Parent – teacher meeting of our department was held on 6^th July 2024 , from 10.30 am onwards in 3^rd floor classrooms.

Dr Subha Subramaniam, HOD  of the department welcomed all & gave a brief idea about the autonomy curriculum structure and its benefits. Department Examination Committee (DEC) informed details about exam rules, exam scheme, exam conductions as well as passing criteria for all exams.

Our Department organized a session “Project and Publication Guidance”, on 18^th July 2024 at 2 PM, for all students of ECS department. Total 181 students attended the session. The venue for this session was 7th-floor Auditorium.

This session was organized to guide the students in proper selection of project problem statement. This will give more reliable solutions to real-life and societal problems. The main aim was to encourage students to do more hardware/software projects which will help them to develop a practical skill set.

The session was conducted by Mr. Aaditya Aurobindo and Dr. Sarika Bukkawar.

Mr. Aadity Aurobindo, a Researcher at IIT, guided students about the importance of projects in improving their employability skills for a fruitful career. He interacted with the students by sharing his experience of handling different research projects under IIT Kanpur and IIT Bombay. Various aspects related to proper literature review, and selection of components/software for projects was discussed. Dr. Sarika Bukkawar talked about publication of project work. She thoroughly guided them about how to do literature survey and find gaps in recent research as problem statement. She shared information about benefits of good publications, good journals and also how to find suitable publisher for your problem statement.

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On September 11th, 2023, the Department of Electronics and Computer Science, in collaboration with
IIC 6.0, organized the event titled “Inception: A Portal to AR-VR.” The first official launch of the
Tech Magazine, Radiant, was also celebrated at the same event.
The event commenced with a lovely rendition of the Saraswati Vandana. After seeking the blessings
of Ma Sarasvati, our beloved and respected Principal, Dr. Bhavesh Patel, addressed the students in the
domain of AR-VR and also extended his address to the chief guest, Mr. Vyan Gandhi, CEO of
Augmentables. Following this, the magazine was officially launched by the Principal, Chief Guest,
Head of the Department, Dr. Subha Subramaniam, and Dean Academics, Prof. P. Khedkar, along with
other magazine team members.
The session was then handed over to the dynamic and young CEO, Vyan Gandhi, who conducted an
interactive and engaging session with the audience. He showcased numerous hands-on and hands-off
demos to both students and faculty, leaving them in awe. These demos included 3D videos and
interactive games, all of which were broadcasted live on the screen.
Students and faculty alike later enjoyed a small game organized by the student team. Even the faculty
found themselves lively and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The event coordinator, Prof. Nirmol
Munvar, later delivered the vote of thanks and concluded the session.

Department of Electronics and Computer Science successfully conducted a Hands-On Workshop on “C Programming for Data Structures” on 25th July 2023 for students of Second Year ECS Department. Prof. Nirmol Munvar explained the Concept of Arrays and their usage in Data Structures. Prof. Pooja Polshetwar introduced the fundamental concept of pointers and their applications in Data Structures. Prof. Pooja Polshetwar and Prof. Nirmol Munvar conducted and delivered the event under the guidance of Convenor Dr.Subha Subramaniam, HOD, Electronics and Computer Science department.

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SAKEC Robo Club in collaboration with Electronics and Computer Science Department & SAKEC IIC 5.0, conducted a one-day Hands-on workshop on “Introduction to PLC with ladder diagram programming and PID Controller”.
The event was conducted on 24th March 2023. After completing the workshop participants got the basic knowledge regarding Programmable Logic Controllers, ladder diagrams, and PID Controllers. Participants also gained knowledge regarding Ladder diagram programming and interfacing with Delta PLC, Control, and Instrumentation Systems. The session was conducted by Prof. Santosh Kamble.

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Counseling workshops were conducted for both T.E and S.E students of our department, on 23rd March and April 3rd, 2023, respectively. The title of the session for T.E students was Goal Setting and for S.E students was, How to Deal with Peer Pressure and Addiction.

Both sessions were conducted by our in-campus counselor, Ms. Hitakshi Joshi Vyas, in offline mode for 1.5 hours. The topics discussed were:

Positive and Negative aspects of peer pressure, Effects of negative and positive peer pressure, Reasons for getting influenced, Identifying the students, Effective ways of dealing with negative peer pressure, What is Addiction and its types, Science behind addiction, What are Goals, Why are goals important, What do we need to do to achieve our goals, Techniques for setting a goals, Fears and setbacks that demotivates us to pursue our goals, What is the Motivation, What is procrastination, etc.

The feedback from the students was extremely positive. Students liked the videos which were shown to them. Over all students were very happy with the speaker and the sessions.

Orientation Program on Skill-based lab: Linux Server Administration Lab (ECL604), Sem VI, Electronics and Computer Science revised 2019 C syllabus scheme was held on 7th January 2023, organized by Electronics and Computer Science department. The orientation was conducted by Prof. Vaibhav Godbole, Assistant Professor, Fr. CRCCE. Discussions were made regarding the syllabus, assessment methods, and scope of enhanced learning The session was
interactive, and information regarding the experiments set up and Hands-on was discussed in detail. Total of 11 faculty members across engineering colleges of Mumbai University attended this orientation.