An exam strategy session was organized for second-semester EC branch students to alleviate exam fears. The session began with an open house discussion where students shared personal experiences and effective tips, fostering a constructive environment to mitigate poor preparation. Additionally, the session elucidated the mind-body connection, providing students with confidence-building strategies and sharing numerous helpful ideas. Furthermore, students were encouraged to maintain balance in their academic and personal lives. Valuable and straightforward tips were offered for students to apply both in their academics and daily routines.

A session on peer relationships and self-esteem was organized for second-semester IS branch students. The session commenced with a brainstorming activity, incorporating real-life examples to examine their self-esteem. Importance was placed on understanding the significance of relationships in life and how to maintain healthy connections with others. Students were guided to grasp why peer relationships matter significantly, aiding in retention, and were encouraged to cultivate qualities such as politeness, empathy, truthfulness, and authenticity.

The session aimed to foster healthy peer relationships among second-semester students in the CS branch. It began with the sharing of inspirational real-life stories. The session highlighted common barriers to building healthy relationships, such as frequent arguments and avoidance behaviors. Students were encouraged to value the feelings and emotions of others, find happiness in life, and express appreciation for others. They were advised to show empathy, demonstrate tolerance, respect others, and offer help during critical situations. The resource person motivated them to prioritize happiness in life.

A session on “Password to Happiness” was organised by Department of science and humanity department under the student induction programme. Dr. Sushil Chugh ( Sutapa Dasa), HOD, Physical medicine and rehabilitation K S Hegde hospital Mangalore and committee member ISKON Mangalore was the resource person. In his talk he explained the methods to be followed to be overcome the stress and be happiness. He instructed the students to take studies seriously and search for happiness. The session was conducted on 23/3/2024 in AC seminar hall in two batches. The session was coordinated by Mr. Vinod Kumar B, SIPC Member. Dr. N satheesh kumar HOD, B&S was also present.

MS.Savitha Acharya, Assistant  Professor, Dept. of ECE, gave insight on the importance of a massive open online course (MOOC) and a soft skills program. VTU launched a web portal to earn credits to obtain a major or minor degree. And she also explained the minimum criteria to obtain the same. There is a faculty coordinator for soft skills, guiding the students to complete the courses via different online platforms.

The Department of Science and Humanities organized sessions on "Opportunities for Year-long Industry Internship Leading to Project/Research Work" as part of the student induction program phase 2. Dr. Uday Kumar Shenoy, Dean of Research and Development, served as the resource person, emphasizing the significance of undertaking internships from the first year onwards. He highlighted how internships contribute to the quality of projects in pre-final and final years, as well as their impact on securing better placements. The sessions were conducted in three batches on March 18th, 19th, and 20th, 2024. Coordination for each day was overseen by Mr. Prashanth Somayaji, Mr. Ramesh E., and Ms. Shyamala Rao, with overall session coordination by Mr. Vinod Kumar B., an SIPC member.

As a part of student Induction programme Phase 2, Visveswaraya Technological University in association with Department of science and Humanity organised a talk on " Exploring the potential of UHV in Technical education" by Prof. T G Seetharam, Hon'ble Chairman, AICTE New Delhi in Online Mode. The talk was organised on 14/03/2024. In his talk, he emphasized students to inculcate human values in their student life as well as in professional life. He ely.also urged students to take part in forth coming election and cast their vote sincerly. A, B, D section students were participated in talk. Mr. Vinod kumar B coordinated the event

Universal Human Values-1 was conducted for first year students on 13/3/2024 and 15/3/2024 from 9.00 to 1.00PM in their respective class rooms. This event was conducted under a part of student induction programme Phase-2. on 13/3/2024, sections F,G,H,I,J and on 15/3/2024 sections A,B,C,D,E. First year Faculty members who undergone 3 days FDP on Universal Human Values-1 were the resource persons on both days. following topics were discussed. 1.Introduction to Value Education 2. Harmony in human being 3. Harmony in family 4. Harmony in society 5. Harmony in nature and existence. 2 days events were coordinated by Mr. Vinod Kumar B

The Training, Career Guidance, and Placement Cell organised an Employability Skill Enhancement Training programme for first-year students as a part of student induction programme from 11/03/2024 to 16/03/2024. The sessions were conducted by expert trainers from Ethnus, Bengaluru, covering a wide range of topics such as speed math, articles and propositions, presentation skills, communication skills, and more. This comprehensive training program was attended by approximately 600 students and was effectively coordinated by the faculty team of the Training Cell.

To celebrate National Science Day-2024, a quiz programme was arranged exclusively for first year students. About 25 questions related to Physics,Chemistry and Mathematics were framed to enhance the knowledge of the students. Top three from each class were honored . Quiz was conducted by first year class advisors.

The Internal Committee, in association with Gavel Club, organised a debate competition on the occasion of International Women's Day 2024 with the topic "Equal Opportunities for Women in India" on March 6, 2024. 15 students (two teams) participated with good enthusiasm. The competition was judged by Mr. Ganesh Kamath, Assistant Professor, and Ms. Ashwini J. Shetty, Assistant Professor from the Department of Science & Humanities. The winning team and best speakers (first & second) were selected. Ms. Vidyalakshmi P. B., Assistant . Professor, Department of Science & Humanities, coordinated the event.

A lecture on “Retrospection and Reflection for the refinement of Human Being” was conducted in online mode on 15/12/2023 at AC seminar Hall 1. Prof. P Nagabhushan, Vice Chancellor, Vignan Univesrity, Andhrapradesh was the resource person. Session was scheduled at 3.00PM. In his lecture, he talk on forget, ignore concepts. He also put rights in background, duties in middle distance, chances of doing a little more duty in foreground. He also explain about the To see, To Own , The way by quoting words of Swami Jagadatmananda, A P J Abdul Kalam etc. He insisted to know the importance of parents in our life. In his talk he explained about what is education, purpose of education.

The department of Science and Humanities, in association with the Coding club, organized a Hands-on session on “HTML, CSS and various technologies used for Web development” on 06/12/2023. The main objective of this program is to understand the basics of web development, the process of creating a website, and additional resources to learn about development. Krisha(2nd Year ISE) and his team, along with his Codding club members, helped to create and understand the fundamentals of CSS, Bootstrap and the basics of JavaScript. A total of 68 students participated in this event. Mr. Ramesh E Asst. Professor dept of ECE coordinated this event.

On November 16, 2023, Canara Engineering College, Mangalore, celebrated its Freshers' Day, marked by a spirited variety competition involving all ten sections of the first-year cohort. Each group was allotted 20 minutes to present their event, showcasing a fusion of creativity and skill. The competition highlighted the diverse talents of the students, fostering a sense of camaraderie and enthusiasm among the new batch. In this closely contested event, the AIML G section secured the first place with their innovative presentation. They were followed by the CSE B section, who earned the second place with their impressive display of creative abilities.

A lecture on “Human values and Technological values: Harmonious Integration” by Prof. K. Chidananda Gowda former, Vice chancellor Kuvempu University, organised on 10/11/2023 at 3.00pm in AC seminar Hall 1 (online mode). This event is organised by Department of science and Humanities in association with VTU Human values cell for the first year students under student induction programme. In his talk, he explained the concepts of values and ant values, Definition of Human Values, Definition of Technological Values, clash of values, Importance of Harmonious integration, strategies for integration. with some case studies of foreign and Indian. This event is coordinated by Mr. Vinod Kumar B. SIP coordinator. Dr. N Satheesh kumara HOD Basic science, and class advisors of same sections were also present.

On October 31, 2023, Canara Engineering College observed the auspicious occasion of Ayudha Pooja with great reverence and enthusiasm. The celebration took place within the realms of the Department of Chemistry and Physics under the Science and Humanities faculty. This traditional event, deeply rooted in cultural heritage, was marked by a series of rituals honoring the tools and instruments used in these scientific disciplines.

Basics of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power point, Canva were taught by faculty members for the first year students as self-learning activity. This event was conducted on 18/10/2023 and 25/10/2023 from 2 to 4.30PM. Assigned faculty members briefly explained basics of above application software. Students were given assignments/tasks and informed to complete the assignments using learnt concepts. Ten faculty members took class for ten sections. Students were learn this software through their personal laptops. Mr. Narayanamoorthy was coordinator for the self-learning activities. Mr. Vinod Kumar B SIP coordinator, Dr, N Satheesh Kumar Chief SIP coordinator, were also coordinated the activity.

As part of first year induction programme -2022 ,self learning activity is conducted for newly admitted 2023 batch students. Students learned MS WORD,MS EXCEL,MS POWERPOINT and CANVA..Faculty of Science &Humanities were the resource persons . Activities are coordinated by Prof.Narayana Moorthy S

Solo,duet, group singing competition was organised for first year students on 4/10/2023 in AC seminar hall. Mr. Ramesh Naik, Mrs. Shilpa B and Ms. Yojana were the judges. Total 32 students were participated in the event, This event was coordinated by Ms. Rajashree, Mr. Mohith prasanna, Ms. Sylvia. Solo,duet, group dancing competition was organised for first year students on 11/10/2023 in AC seminar hall. Ms. Pooja kini Mrs. Tara B B and Ms. Geethalaksmi were the judges. Total 26 students were participated in the event, This event was coordinated by Ms. Rajashree, Mr. Mohith prasanna, Ms. Sylvia. Mr. Vinod Kumar B SIP coordinator, Dr. N satheesh Kumar, SIP chief coordinator were present.

Soft skill Training was organised for newly joined BE students as a part of student Induction programme from 25/09/2023 to 30/9/2023 from 9Am to 4.15PM. Mr. Arjun Vellal well known soft skill trainer trained the students. He explained the students about benefit and importance of soft skills, taught personal traits, attitudes, social abilities, emotional intelligence, non technical qualities that affect one’s ability to work and interact with others. These include problem-solving, critical thinking, leadership, teamwork, time management, and adaptability skill with some activities. On first and second day, students of A,B,C sections were trained. On third and fourth day sections of D,E ,F and fifth and sixth day sections of G,H,I,J students were trained. All students were actively participated in activity conducted by the trainer. Feedback of the training programme was taken. Two faculty members on each day coordinated the whole session. Mr. Vinod Kumar B, SIP Coordinator and Dr. N satheesh Kumar, Chief SIP coordinator coordinated the whole training programme.

A Talk on “Role of students in Accreditation process and NEP” was organised on 23/9/2023 at college seminar hall. Dr. N. Venkatesh, Dean Accreditation was the resource person. He highlighted the importance of accreditation and the benefits of a college being accredited, the role of students in NEP 2020 and the benefits of NEP 2020. In his talk he explained the students about NAAC, NBA, Washington accord and its benefits. The event was coordinated by Mr. Narayana Swamy and Mr. Ramesh E. Mr. Vinod Kumar B., SIP coordinator, and Dr. NSK, HOD Science & Humanities, were present.

The Department of Science and Humanities organised a session on "Placement and Training Facilities" on September 23, 2023, as a part of the student induction program for the first semester students of the A, B, C, D, and E sections. Mr. Divyesh Divakar explained the students about the Training facilities available in college and role of students when they are participating in training and utilize opportunity. Mr. Raghavendra Shetty and his team explained the students about the placement opportunity available and rules to be followed during placement process, preparation to be done during placement. The event was coordinated by Mr. Narayana Swamy and Mr. Ramesh E. Mr. Vinod Kumar B., SIP coordinator, and Dr. NSK, HoD Science & Humanities, were present

3 Days session on “ISHA Hatha Yoga”was organised from 13/9/2023 to 15/9/2023 from 9 am to 4PM in College Seminar Hall. Mr. Praveen Kumar and his team were the resource persons. Topics covered are introduction to Yoga, or Hata Yoga, different practices in Isha Hatha Yoga, Teaching some practices from first part of Isha Hatha Yoga, and Yoga for physical and mental well being. Students actively participated in each session. Mr. Padmanabha Kamath and Mr. Ramesh E were coordinated on first day, Mr. Mohith Prasanna and Mr. Sandeep S coordinated on second day. Ms. Rajashree and Mr. Vinod kumar B coordinated on third day. Dr. N Satheesh Kumar, Head of science and Humanity department was chief coordinator.

Dr. N Satheesha Kumara, HOD, department of Science and Humanities addressed the first-year newly admitted students in AC seminar Hall. Following topics were addressed to the students. Academic terminology used, Choice based education (CBE) and outcome based education (OBE), Curriculum of first year, different types of courses, Elective courses, and Credit system, Calculation of SGPA, CGPA, Procedure of CIE and SEE, Attendance requirement. He also explained previous semester academic performance of top rank students and informed students to perform better in their academics. He briefly explained the procedure of formation of group for Student Outreach Programme (SOP) activities as per AICTE and VTU regulations and activities to be conducted to get activity points. The session was conducted in 2 batches.

Poster Making competition is conducted for newly joined BE students. Students were divided into 10 sections based on their chosen Programme. Students were asked to bring A3 drawing sheets, crayons, pencil, and eraser whatever required drawing poster/pencil sketch well in advance. They were asked to form group themselves and told to prepare a poster with color sketch or pencil drawing. The theme given for them is “Chandrayana-3”. Students were permitted to do the sketches individually. One faculty member is assigned to monitor the event in each section.

Cultural activity was conducted for newly joined BE students on 12/9/2023.Students were divided in to 10 sections based on their chosen programme. In each section, students were asked to form 4 groups. Each group was given a time of 45 min. to prepare for any cultural activities like singing, dancing, group singing, group dancing, mime, skit with a theme. After scheduled time, each group performed for a period of 15 min. in the class room stage. One faculty member is assigned to monitor the students and asked to judge the group. Each student showed their talents and participated enthusiastically.

College Campus visit session was organised for newly admitted students in the afternoon session. Students were divided in to 10 sections. Two faculty members accompanied each section of students and shown different places in college campus. A specific campus visit chart was prepared and circulated to faculty member guides. Places visited are Hostels both men and women, cafeteria, college playground, community health centre. First year labs, principal office, placement department, washrooms, ATM, bank etc.

Head of departments of respective programme addressed the students. They introduced their department and their faculty members. They explained the process of running the department. Department vision, mission, Programme outcomes were explained to the students. Types of courses, number of courses. Head of department explained the students about NBA process for accreditation. Importance of accreditation, Types of accreditation. Role of students in accreditation process etc. Students were introduced different laboratories, research centres by respective department. Computers science students were addressed in AC seminar Hall, Information science students were addressed in New seminar Hall, Artificial Intelligence and machine learning students were addressed in EC seminar Hall. Other courses were conducted in respective class rooms.

All the admitted students were divided into ten sections based on their choosen Programme. Class advisors are appointed for each class. Class advisors delivered information about What is Engineering? Semesters, course details, course code, evaluation methods, weightage of marks. Discipline in college, Rules and regulations of college etc.

Student Induction Programme 2023-24 for the first semester BE students was organised in T V Ramana pai conventional centre Mangalore on 10/9/2023. Induction Programme was inaugurated by lighting the lamp by Hon. Secretary and Correspondent of CEC,Sri. M Ranganath Bhat and Mr. M Padmanabha Pai, Vice president CHSA and other Management members. Principal, Dr. Ganesh V Bhat welcome all dignitaries, Parents and students. Hon. Secretary CHSA and Correspondent-CEC, Mr. M Ranganath Bhat addressed the New batch students and their parents. Mr. M Padmanabha Pai, Vice president CHSA gave presidential address. General guidelines about Academics was given by Dr. Demian D’mello, Dean-Academics. General guidelines about student activities and student welfare was given by Dr. Priya frank, dean SW. Mr. Praahas Amin, Faculty Department of CSD gave the vote of thanks. Prizes were distributed for the students who won in various activities/competitions conducted through virtual mode. Mrs. Tara B B and Mrs. Pooja kini were host.