To be recognized as a center of knowledge dissemination in Computer Science and Engineering by imparting value-added education to transform budding minds into competent computer professionals.
The department was started in the year 2001 to offer under graduate degree programme i.e. Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Computer Science & Engineering (CS&E). The department also offered post graduate programme in engineering i.e. MTech in Computer Science Engineering (CS&E) from 2011 to 2021. The department has dedicated, qualified and experienced faculty members to guide the students in academics. The faculty members are actively involved in teaching, product development and research. The faculty members have published number of research and review papers/articles in referred International journals and reputed International conferences which are archived at IEEE/ACM/Springer and other renowned digital libraries.
The department frequently organizes training programmes for the faculty, technical staff and students. The faculty frequently attends staff development programmes (SDP/FDP/Seminar) to update themselves in technological advancements and conferences to present research findings.The department aims at building the students’ career by placing special emphasis on all-round development through continuous interaction with Industry. Interactive sessions with experts from academia, research laboratories and industry are constantly held so as to enable students to gain knowledge on diverse and emerging fields. The campus placement has been scaling higher and higher peaks right from its inception with multinational companies recruiting students in large numbers. To increase the opportunity of placements to students, the department conducts soft skills training programmes, technical skill development activities and initiatives on self-learning (Spoken Tutorial programmes by IIT Bombay).
The department promotes extracurricular activities under the umbrella of the students’ association & SPECS. The department brings out Annual technical magazine and newsletter which provides an opportunity for the students and staff to publish innovative ideas, programming tips and articles on current trends in computing and technology. The students’association and National Service Scheme (NSS) wing frequently conducts various programmes to strengthen leadership skills, teamwork and communication; and awareness on protection of environment and social responsibilities.
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| Head of the Department | Chairman |
| Expert from Academia | Member |
| Expert from Industry | Member |
| Project Coordinator | Member |
| Seminar Coordinator | Member |
| Four Senior Faculty Members | Member |
| Programme Coordinator | Member Secretary |
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| Head of the Department | Chairman |
| SIX Senior Faculty Members | Members |
| Programme Coordinator | Member Secretary |
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| Head of the Department | Chairman |
| Programme Coordinator | Member |
| Professional Society Coordinator | Member |
| Facility Coordinator | Member |
| Budget / Purchase Coordinator | Member Secretary |
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| Head of the Department | Chairman |
| Programme Coordinator | Member |
| Seminar Coordinator | Member |
| Research Coordinator | Member |
| Project Coordinator | Member Secretary |
"Greetings from the department of Computer Science and Engineering (CS&E)"
It gives me pride and pleasure to introduce the department and its Web pages. I hope you will browse our OBE (Outcome Based Education) driven teaching-learning process, student achievements and activities. Our primary goal is to provide quality technical education in Computer Science and Engineering enriched with values. The process of learning is extremely important in life and it plays a crucial role in developing one's intellectual capability, besides career. We follow outcome based teaching-learning process that bridges the theory - practice gap while remaining grounded in the core of computer science and engineering. Nowadays the technology is changing rapidly, especially in the field of computing. To face this challenge, we equip our students for problem-solving and expose them to the state-of-the-art in computer science and information technology. We also work hard to help students to improve their verbal and written communication abilities, analytical thinking, and soft skills so that they may flourish in the corporate world. We believe that, our students who are clear and thorough in computer fundamentals coupled with practical experience can adapt to rapid changes in technology or software industry easily. The department has produced hundreds of competent professionals and has established a name for itself in the region. Thanks to the efforts of our Management, affiliating University (VTU), faculty, alumni, parents and the students.
Dr. Karthik Pai B H
Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Computer science & Engineering (CS&E) programme is affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belgaum, Karnataka. This programme is offered with a blend of theory and practical courses and projects that help its students to cope up with the recent advancements in the computer industry. The department conducts the following bridge courses for the BE students to make them industry ready and thereby improve placement opportunities.
Engineering graduates in Computer Science and Engineering will be able to:
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering is equipped with full-fledged laboratories and well-furnished classrooms with Projectors.
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| Alok Ranjan | Verdine Noronha | Annapurna M | Babitha Ganesh Kulal |
| Saritha Suvarna | Shatananda Bhat P | Kavya A M | Saritha M |
| Kishor Shivathaya S | Sukshma Shetty | Janardhana Bhat K | Sowmya K |
| Aruna Kumari G K | Sushma | Ravikumar D Kodadal |
| Sl.No | Product | Year | Team Members | Team Leader |
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| Institue Mangament System for 15 Educational Institutions | Shatananda Bhat P | Alok Ranjan | ||
| Placement Department Automation System 2.0 | Shatananda Bhat P | Alok Ranjan | ||
| Inter College Fest Online Event Registration Application | Nagaraj | Alok Ranjan | ||
| CHSA Hall Booking | Shatananda Bhat P | Alok Ranjan | ||
| CHSA Website | Shatananda Bhat P | Alok Ranjan | ||
| Website 4.0 | Shatananda Bhat P | Alok Ranjan | ||
| CAN-SYS (Institution Information System) 4.0 | Shatananda Bhat P | Alok Ranjan | ||
| Central Digital Library System 2.0 | Shatananda Bhat P | Alok Ranjan | ||
| CEC Hostel Outpass System | Shatananda Bhat P | Alok Ranjan | ||
| Canara Institution HR Solutions | Shatananda Bhat P | Alok Ranjan | ||
| College Fee Management System | Shatananda Bhat P | Alok Ranjan | ||
| Canara Assets Management System Software | Shatananda Bhat P | Alok Ranjan | ||
| VTU Result Extractor | Ms. Lavanya,Mr. Abhinav Mr. Aniket,Ms. Lisha |
Dr. Sunil Kumar B L | ||
| Library Visit Monitoring System | Mr. Hejamadi Sumith Shenoy Mr. Harivardhan D Mallya ,Mr.Christy Sojan |
Dr. Demian Antony D'Mello |
| Industry Visit to Niveus Solutions on 28-02-2026 by VI Sem C Section Students (28-02-2026) |
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An industry visit was conducted on 28-02-2026 for the VI Semester C Section students to Niveus in association with the Training, Career Guidance, and Placement Cell. A total of 29 students participated in the visit. Ms. Pavithra D S served as the faculty in-charge, along with the Placement Officers, Mr. Keerthan Kini and Ms. Panchami Prabhu. During the visit, students were briefed on current industry technologies and the company’s work culture. The visit was highly beneficial, as it helped students gain insights into modern technologies and the latest working trends in the corporate world. |
| Industry Visit to Novigo on 24-02-2026 by VI Sem C Section Students (26-02-2026) |
An industry visit was conducted on 26-02-2026 for the VI Semester C Section students to Novigo in association with the Training, Career Guidance, and Placement Cell. A total of 32 students participated in the visit. Ms. Saritha Suvarna served as the faculty in-charge, along with the Placement Officer, Mr. Keerthan Kini. During the visit, students were briefed on current industry technologies and the company’s work culture. The visit was highly beneficial, as it helped students gain insights into modern technologies and the latest working trends in the company |
| Industry Visit to Pace Wisdom on 26-02-2026 by VI Sem A Section Students (26-02-2026) |
An industry visit was conducted on 26-02-2026 for the VI Semester A Section students to Pace Wisdom in association with the Training, Career Guidance, and Placement Cell. A total of 30 students participated in the visit. Mr. Aditya M served as the faculty in-charge, along with the Placement Officer, Mr. Prasad Pai. During the visit, students were briefed on current industry technologies and the company’s work culture. The visit was highly beneficial, as it helped students gain insights into modern technologies and the latest working trends in the corporate world. |
| Industry Visit to Novigo on 25-02-2026 by VI Sem B Section Students (25-02-2026) |
An industry visit was conducted on 25-02-2026 for the VI Semester B Section students to Novigo in association with the Training, Career Guidance, and Placement Cell. A total of 29 students participated in the visit. Ms. Bhavana D served as the faculty in-charge, along with the Placement Officer, Mr. Keerthan Kini. During the visit, students were briefed on current industry technologies and the company’s work culture. The visit was highly beneficial, as it helped students gain insights into modern technologies and the latest working trends in the corporate world. |
| Industry Visit to Pace Wisdom on 25-02-2026 by VI Sem A Section Students (25-02-2026) |
An industry visit was conducted on 25-02-2026 for the VI Semester A Section students to Pace Wisdom in association with the Training, Career Guidance, and Placement Cell. A total of 30 students participated in the visit. Mr. Janardhana Bhat K served as the faculty in- charge, along with the Placement Officer, Mr. Prasad Pai. During the visit, students were briefed on current industry technologies and the company’s work culture. The visit was highly beneficial, as it helped students gain insights into modern technologies and the latest working trends in the corporate world. |
| Industry Visit (24-02-2026) |
Industry Visit to Novigo on 24-02-2026 by VI Sem B Section Students An industry visit was conducted on 24-02-2026 for the VI Semester B Section students to Novigo in association with the Training, Career Guidance, and Placement Cell. A total of 26 students participated in the visit. Ms. Kavya A M served as the faculty in-charge, along with the Placement Officer, Mr. Keerthan Kini. During the visit, students were briefed on current industry technologies and the company’s work culture. The visit was highly beneficial, as it helped students gain insights into modern technologies and the latest working trends in the corporate world. |
| Guest talk on "Ground Realities of Waste and Environmental Challenges: A Call for Engineering Innovation" (23-02-2026) |
The Department of Computer Science & Engineering, CANARA Engineering College, organized an invited talk on “Ground Realities of Waste and Environmental Challenges: A Call for Engineering Innovation” on 23 February 2026 for the 4th semester CSE students. The resource person for the session was Mr. Nagaraj Bajal, Project Manager, Hasiru Dala. A total of 131 students participated in the program. During the session, Mr. Nagaraj highlighted the various problems faced by society due to improper waste management practices and emphasized the need for innovative engineering solutions. He encouraged students to utilize modern technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and application development to address real-world environmental challenges. He also mentioned that financial support would be provided for promising innovative projects in this domain. The program was conducted in the presence of Dr. Karthik Pai, HoD, Department of CSE, and was coordinated by Ms. Babitha Ganesh Kulal. The session provided valuable insights into ground-level challenges and motivated students to explore socially relevant project ideas. |
| Professional Integrity (14-02-2026) |
A session on “Professional Integrity” was organized by the Department of Student Welfare on 13th February 2026, in association with the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, CEC, Benjanpadav, exclusively for the 3rd-year ‘A’ Section students. The session was coordinated by Dr.Lavanya.D.Kateel. The session was conducted to help students realize the importance of ethical conduct, sincerity, accountability, and consistency in their actions, emphasizing their relevance in both academic pursuits and professional practice. The session included real-life case studies highlighting ethical dilemmas, professional conduct, workplace ethics, honesty, accountability, and social responsibility. Students actively participated in discussions and shared their viewpoints on various ethical situations. The interactive approach helped students understand the importance of integrity in building trust, credibility, and long-term professional success. The session effectively sensitized students to ethical responsibilities and encouraged them to practice ethical values in academic and professional life. |
| Professional Integrity (13-02-2026) |
A session on “Professional Integrity” was organized by the Department of Student Welfare on 13th February 2026, in association with the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, CEC, Benjanpadav, exclusively for the 3rd-year B Section students. The session was coordinated by Dr. Lavanya.D.Kateel . The session was conducted to help students realize the importance of ethical conduct, sincerity, accountability, and consistency in their actions, emphasizing their relevance in both academic pursuits and professional practice. The session included real-life case studies highlighting ethical dilemmas, professional conduct, workplace ethics, honesty, accountability, and social responsibility. Students actively participated in discussions and shared their viewpoints on various ethical situations. The interactive approach helped students understand the importance of integrity in building trust, credibility, and long-term professional success. The session effectively sensitized students to ethical responsibilities and encouraged them to practice ethical values in academic and professional life |
| Professional Integrity (13-02-2026) |
A session on “Professional Integrity” was organized by the Department of Student Welfare on 13th February 2026, in association with the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, CEC, Benjanpadav, exclusively for the 3rd-year 'C' Section students. The session was coordinated by Dr.Lavanya.D.Kateel .The session was conducted to help students realize the importance of ethical conduct, sincerity, accountability, and consistency in their actions, emphasizing their relevance in both academic pursuits and professional practice. The session included real-life case studies highlighting ethical dilemmas, professional conduct, workplace ethics, honesty, accountability, and social responsibility. Students actively participated in discussions and shared their viewpoints on various ethical situations. The interactive approach helped students understand the importance of integrity in building trust, credibility, and long-term professional success. The session effectively sensitized students to ethical responsibilities and encouraged them to practice ethical values in academic and professional life |
| Problem Solving using Java Bootcamp: Series 1-3 (26-11-2025) |
The sessions were conducted on the following dates:05/11/2025,12/11/2025, and 26/11/2025 from 2:00-4:00 PM in their respective classrooms for 5th semester CSE students. The topics covered were: data types, classes and objects with examples, four pillars of object-oriented programming: encapsulation, polymorphism, inheritance and abstraction with examples, different types of constructors and their importance, Polymorphism, Inheritance, Abstract classes, Super Keyword, Dynamic method dispatch and Interfaces with examples. Practice problems and common placement interview questions with respect to Inheritance and Polymorphism, Exceptions with examples, Final keyword with examples, Wrapper classes & it's key benefits, Autoboxing & Unboxing with examples. Dr. Rakshith M D coordinated the event. About 15 students attended the sessions. |
| Student Enablement Program: Problem Solving Bootcamp Series(1-5) (26-11-2025) |
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering in association with Coding Club at Canara Engineering College organized a session on Student Enablement Program: Problem Solving Bootcamp Series(1-5) for third semester CSE students in their respective class rooms on 24-09-2025,15-10-2025,29-10-2025,5-11-2025 and 26-11-2025. The Resource Persons led hands on session on Problem Solving with Operators and Conditionals,different problems on patterns by using the concepts of loops,functions, recursion and its application, strings and hashing. |
| Student Enablement Program: Problem Solving Bootcamp Series – 4 (05-11-2025) |
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering, in association with the Coding Club, organized a session on “Student Enablement Program: Problem Solving Bootcamp Series – 4” on 05th November 2025, exclusively for 3rd semester CSE students. The hands-on session focused on Problem Solving on Recursion and its application was led by Ms. Abheeshta P, Mr. Bangera Praveen Sudhakar, and Mr. Hejamadi Sumith Shenoy, with assistance from Mr. Vivek S A of the 7th semester. Their engaging approach and peer-to-peer learning made the session highly interactive and impactful. A total of 146 students actively participated, gaining practical exposure and strengthening their problem-solving skills. The event was successfully coordinated by Mr. Adithya M. |
| Student Enablement Program: Problem Solving Bootcamp Series – 3 (29-10-2025) |
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering, in association with the Coding Club, organized a session on “Student Enablement Program: Problem Solving Bootcamp Series – 3” on October 29, 2025, exclusively for 3rd semester CSE students. The hands-on session, focusing on Problem Solving on strings and hashing, was led by Ms. Abheeshta P, Mr. Bangera Paveen Sudhakar, and Mr. Hejamadi Sumith Shenoy of the 7th semester. Their engaging approach and peer-to-peer learning made the session highly interactive and impactful. A total of 95 students actively participated in the session, gaining practical insights and strengthening their problem-solving skills. The event was successfully coordinated by Mr. Adithya M. |
| Student Enablement Program: Problem Solving Bootcamp Series – 2 (15-10-2025) |
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering, in association with the Coding Club, organized a session on “Student Enablement Program: Problem Solving Bootcamp Series – 2” on 15th October 2025, exclusively for 3rd semester CSE students. The hands-on session focused on solving pattern-based problems using the concepts of loops and was led by Ms. Abheeshta P, Mr. Bangera Praveen Sudhakar, and Mr. Hejamadi Sumith Shenoy, with assistance from Mr. B. M. Yashwanth and Mr. Harivardhan D. Mallya of the 7th semester, Dept. of Computer Science and Engineering. Their engaging approach and peer-to-peer learning made the session highly interactive and impactful. A total of 143 students actively participated, gaining practical exposure and strengthening their problem-solving skills. The event was successfully coordinated by Mr. Adithya M, Asst.Prof., Dept. of Computer Science and Engineering. |
| Branch Entry 2025 (09-10-2025) |
The Branch Entry Programme was organized by the Cultural & Arts Committee of Canara Engineering College (CEC) for the 3rd semester students. The event took place at the Dr. P. Dayananda Pai – P. Sathish Pai Main Stage.The programme was inaugurated by Dr. Nagesh H. R., Principal of CEC, who addressed the gathering and encouraged the students to actively participate in cultural activities along with academics. Around 40 students from the Computer Science branch took part in various events showcasing their talents. The programme featured solo and group singing, dance performances, and skits, creating a lively and enthusiastic atmosphere. |
| Ayudha Pooja (30-09-2025) |
Ayudha Pooja was celebrated in the department of Computer science and Engineering as a aprt of Dussehra to seek the divine blessings of Lord Saraswati which will give more positive power to all the members in the department to prosper. Students showcased their creativity with vibrant Rangoli designs. The Faculty, staff & students of the department arranged the Bhajanas and decorated the Mantap with flowers and other offerings as prasada. The Pandit visited the department laboratory MicroProcessor Lab to perform the pooja and wished the department to have more admissions and placements in future. Following the Pooja, We distributed prasada to all participants, symbolizing unity and gratitude. |
| Data Dive: The SQL Bootcamp Series:1-3 (24-09-2025) |
The sessions were conducted on the following dates:03/09/2025,17/09/2025, and 24/09/2025 from 2:00-4:00 PM in their respective classrooms for 5th semester CSE students. The topics covered were: Design of database, Need of entity relationships, Types of keys & their usage with examples, Cardinality ratio, Creation of library database, SQL queries for managing and retrieving data, Aggregate functions with examples. Dr. Rakshith M D coordinated the event. About 95 students attended the session. |
| Student Enablement Program: Problem Solving Bootcamp Series – 1 (24-09-2025) |
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering, in association with the Coding Club, organized a session on “Student Enablement Program: Problem Solving Bootcamp Series – 1” on September 24, 2025, exclusively for 3rd semester CSE students. The hands-on session, focusing on Problem Solving with Operators and Conditionals, was led by Ms. Abheeshta P, Mr. Bangera Paveen Sudhakar, and Mr. Hejamadi Sumith Shenoy of the 7th semester, Dept. of Computer Science and Engineering. Their engaging approach and peer-to-peer learning made the session highly interactive and impactful. A total of 167 students actively participated in the session, gaining practical insights and strengthening their problem-solving skills. The event was successfully coordinated by Mr. Adithya M, Asst.Prof., Dept. of Computer Science and Engineering.. |
| Self Analysis (02-09-2025) |
A talk on "Self Analysis" was organized by the Department of Computer Science and Engineering on 2nd September 2025 in association with the Department of Student Welfare, CEC Benjanapdav. The session was well-structured and logically organized, and began with real-life examples. The speaker effectively explained the key concepts of self-reflection and personal growth. The speaker encouraged deep self-enquiry, personal reflection, and participation. and also explained how it affects the self and how we can build self-esteem |