RBVRR WOMEN’S COLLEGE(Autonomous)Narayanguda, Hyderabad.

A Report on Induction Programme for MSc(Computer Science,DataScience, Chemistry,

Mathematics ) First Years for the Academic Year 2021-2022

INTRODUCTION

RBVRR Women’s College Organized One Week Online Student Induction Programfor the fresh entrants to MSc Computer Science, MSc Data Science, MSc Chemistryand MSc Mathematics Programs .The Objective of the program was to familiarizethe students to the new environment and get them acquainted with the institutionculture and to make all students passionate, and aware regarding various schemesand programs running in college which will be helpful for influencing their career

During the Six day Induction program College invited different eminent speakerswho are proficient in their precise fields to deliver motivational, informative talks tothe students and also interrelate with them to elucidate their uncertainties andhesitancy.

Around 85 students participated in this program which was conducted from 1st – 6th

March 2021. Faculty and student volunteers from across programs workedextensively to ensure that the induction was well organized. The following reportincludes the schedule and brief notes on the various events conducted as part of theinduction program.

INDUCTION PROGRAM SCHEDULE

DAY-1: INAUGURATION ( 1st March 2021)

1. Welcome Address Ms. T. Vamshi Mohana

Head, Dept. of Computer Science

2. Prayer Song Ms. Varsha,

MSc DataScience Final Year

10:00AM – 10:10AM

3. About College Dr. J Achyutha Devi, Principal 10:15 AM – 10:30AM

4. Address by Prof. K.Muthyam Reddy,Secretary,HMVS

10:30 AM – 10:45AM

5. Address by Prof. G. Sudarshan Reddy, 10:45 AM – 11:00AM

Secretary cum Correspondent

6. IQAC Dr. B.Anupama, Coordinator,IQAC 11:00 AM – 11:15AM

7. Examination Branch Ms. K. Swapna, CoE 11:15 AM – 11:30AM

8. UGC Coordinator Dr. BinduCoordinator,UGC

11:30 AM –11:45 AM

9. MOOCs Ms. Vijitha Malini,Assistant Professor,Dept. of Computer Science

11:45 AM –12:15 PM

10. Interaction with Students 12;15 PM -1:00 PM

11. Vote of Thanks Ms. Shweta Srivastava

Head, Dept. of Mathematics

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DAY-2:( 2nd March 2021)1. Personality Development &

Soft SkillsMs. SangeethaConnect the Dots

10:00AM –11:30AM

2. Counselling Ms. ShobanaCoordinator, Sahita-PsychologicalCounselling Centre

11:30 AM –12:15 PM

3. Placement Ms. K. Samyukta,Placement Officer

12:20 AM –12:40 PM

4. Library Librarian 12:45 PM – 1:00PM

DAY-3:( 3rd March 2021)

1. Human Value & Ethics Prof. V.Viswanadham,

Retd. Prof. of Osmania & GuestFaculty, Vivekananda Institute ofHuman Excellence, RamakrishnaMatt.

10:00AM –11:30AM

2. Industry Expert Department Specific 11:30 AM –12:30 PM

DAY-4:( 4th March 2021)

1. Yoga & Meditation Dr T Venkat Rajaiah

Founder-Former Director CELT

10:00AM –11:30AM

Sr.Prof of English Univeristy Collegeof Technology.OU

2. Research Methodology Dr. V. Jayathirtha Rao,

CChem, FRSC,FTASc, EmeritusScientist, CSIR-Indian Institute ofChemical Technology, India

11:30 AM –12:30 PM

DAY-5:( 5th March 2021)

1. Stress Management Dr.P. Swathi

Assistant Professor

Head, Department of Psychology,Osmania University, Hyderabad

10:00AM –11:30AM

2. Industry Expert Department Specific 11:30 AM –12:30 PM

DAY-6(6th March 2021)TALENT PRESENTATION BY STUDENTS

INDUCTION PROGRAM DETAILS

DAY 1

The programme begins with a prayer song rendered by Ms.Varsha,MSc II Year DataScience student.

Dr.J.Achyutha Devi , Principal of RBVRR Women’s College in her address to thestudents said that RBVRR Women’s College would provide every student a muchexpected opportunity of boundness growth through an integrated structure ofcurricular and extra curricular activities.

Dr.B.Anupama , IQAC Coordinator ,RBVRR Women’s College has emphasized onthe role of the student in quality enhancing of the institution and explained aboutNAAC,asked to participate in Student Satisfaction Survey(SSS),MandatoryCommittees ,enrolment in MOOCs courses,etc.

Prof.G,Sudershan Reddy sir, Secretary-cum-Correspondent told the students about thehistory of the College and also said that this college has visited by many number ofdignitaries of India namely Pt.Jawahar Lal Nehru,Indira Gandhi,Sarve Pali RadhaKrishnan,Dr.Abdul Kalam, etc.He said several activities are offered by our Institutionlike Cells,Centres, Committees,etc so that every aspect and need of the student istaken care of like communication and soft skills,employability,etc

Prof.K.Muthyam Reddy sir, Honorary Secretary of Hyderabad Mahila Vidya Sangamhas said that many people fail in life because people copy others without realizing thateveryone has different question papers to solve.

Dr.Bindu , UGC Co-Ordinator,RBVRR Women’s College,asked the students to orientthemselves in research Programmes.She said that students should be aware of all thefunding agencies/Institutes so that they can approach and avail the funding to doresearch work.

Mrs.Swapna,Controller of Examinations ,RBVRR Women’s College explained aboutevaluation pattern ,how certificates will be issued,Grades pattern,Revaluation andRecounting Procedures, Promotion rules in CBCS system.

Mrs.Vijitha Malini, Asst.Prof. explained about the MOOCs courses,how to enroll in it,its importance,MOOCs providers-India . Dr.V.Jeevan Jyothi,Head ,Department ofChemistry , Mrs.Shweta Srivastava,Head,Department of Mathematics and Mrs.VamsiMohana,Head,Department of Computer Science and Data Science has brieflyintroduced their Departments. Mr.Alok Singh,Industrial Expert,Impact India brieflyexplained about different Career Opportunities after doing MSc Course. Mrs.ShwetaSrivastava,Head,Department of Mathematics proposed vote of thanks for inauguralday.

DAY 2

On the 2nd day, i.e. the 2 nd March, 2021, distinguished speakers interacted with theenthusiastic freshers Virtually .The programme began with the highly interactive and motivating talk on ‘PersonalityDevelopment and Soft Skills ‘by Ms Sangeeta Murthy

Ms.Sangeetha Murthy is a post graduate in English Literature and Business Management.

She has overall 26 years of experience in the training domain in various multinationalcompanies and reputed educational institutions.

Her core competency includes programs on Soft Skills, Business Communication,Corporate Etiquette and Grooming, Personality Development, Goal Setting, Motivation,Team Work, Leadership Skills. She is also an empanelled master trainer with IBM,Qualcomm and several IT companies.

She has started her own Training Institute “Connect The Dots”, offering Training and HRservices to various corporate’s and IT companies.Madam spoked on how to develop communication skills, personality development and itsimportance in life. She explained how soft skills are not only dream jobs but also life skillsneeded to be used throughout your life. And how Soft skills are also important to the successof most employers. How organizations seem to expect people to know how to behave on thejob and the importance of skills such as taking initiative, communicating effectively andlistening, which often is not the case.

And how most interactions with other people require some level of soft skills. At a companyyou might be negotiating to win a new contract, presenting your new idea to colleagues,networking for a new job, and so on. We use soft skills everyday at work and developingthese soft skills will help you win more business and accelerate your career progression.

On the other hand, a lack of soft skills can limit your potential, or even be the downfall ofyour business. By developing strong leadership, delegation, teamwork, and communicationabilities, you can run projects more smoothly, deliver results that please everyone, and evenpositively influence your personal life by improving how you interact with others.

Mam also discussed how Soft skills are linked to emotional intelligence, but also includeskills such as communication and listening, conflict resolution, positive relationships,collaboration and cooperation, likeability, civility and openness to feedback. In contrast,“hard skills” are such things as technical analysis and various machine operations, specifictask competencies, administrative details and trainable ability to perform the job successfully.

Mam also discussed how Soft skills provide students with a strong conceptual and practicalframework to build, develop and manage teams. How they play an important role in thedevelopment of the students’ overall personality, thereby enhancing their career prospects.how it training provides strong practical orientation to the students and helps them in building

and improving their skills in communication, the effective use of English, businesscorrespondence, presentations, team building, leadership, time management, groupdiscussions, interviews, and inter-personal skills. And also how it helps students in careervisioning and planning, effective resume writing and dealing with placement consultants andheadhunters.

Mrs.Shobana ,Co-ordinator Sahita Psychological counseling centre ,spoke about how tounderstand the students and how to help them Psychologically or mentally and how tocounsel them to cope up.

Mrs. Samyuktha ,Placement officer,spoke about the importance of career planning and skillswhich are needed for career planning,brief explanation about all personal development skills.

Mrs.Saraswathi ,Librarian,RBVRR Women’s College explained about theCollege Library,availability of books , N-List ,how to enroll in it and its importance.

DAY 3

On the 3 rd Day of Induction Program i.e., 3 rd March 2021 the programme began with thehighly interactive and motivating Session on ‘Human Values and Ethics’ by Prof.V.Viswanadham, Retd. Prof. of Osmania & Guest Faculty, Vivekananda Institute of HumanExcellence, Ramakrishna Matt. It was to encourage the participants to be able tounderstand and appreciate the importance and need for Human Values and Ethics both inProfessional and Personal Lives .Sir has explained the need for Harmony within ourselves in

the Family , in the society and in the nature Understand and being in Harmony is veryImportant.

He Stressed on Human Values and Ethics which serve the ultimate purpose of making youEmotionally more balanced, Morally more strengthened Spiritually more awakened andSocially more responsible. Hence There is an urgent need to ensure Harmony, sustainingPeace and Prosperity to ensure safe continuance of human progeny

Sir also focused on Self-management which is nothing but Time and Life Management Ourgoals and Life Purpose are grounded in our personal values. When we honour our values,Life is Good, and Life is Fulfilling.

Sir has given a clear picture of what Human Values Should Comprise of, they should reallyinclude Character, Integrity ,Objectivity ,Pursuit of truth ,Concentration , purity ,truthfulness , patience ,self-mastery , commitment and punctuality, cleanliness etc.,

He also discussed Four Stages of Human Life Brahmacharya which means Studentship,Gruhastha a Householder, Vanaprastha purely Retirement age and Sanyasa renunciation ofthe world and the Four most important Four Purusharthas [Goals / Ends of Human Life]are: Dharma- duty to be performed Dharma is appropriateness in thought, action andattitude Artha- economic security, Kama - desires / seeking pleasure and Moksha-freedom from desire and rebirth

Sir also focused on Ethics which include the set of values like honesty, accountability,choosing right versus wrong, Attitude, behavior, Respect , communication, and interactionwith others etc.,

Department Specific Sessions:

❖ MSc Computer Science and MSc Data Science

On 3rd Mar 2021 Department of Computer Science organized one Guest lecture forM.Sc Computer Science and Data Science students by Mr.Praveen Bahl VicePresident at Harappa Education , Sir has rich experience of 13 plus years at IBMplaying different roles, In his Lecture sir shared his Valuable Knowledge on variouscourses and Benefits of the programs like Micro Learning ,Gamification ,Access tocloud ,IBM cloud lite ,and Introduction to Data Science and Analytics A completeSnapshot on IBM program was given and technology at harappa recommends tocontinue to skill building ,building their own self presence ,problem solvingThe second speaker Mrs.Anuka in her discussion explained how technology can helpthe students in their academics and career growth towards the Trends and TechnologyWhat are the digital courses available for students and also suggested to enroll forthe subscription of various courses for 10 months access.

❖ MSc Chemistry

On 3rd Mar 2021 Chemistry Department organized one Guest lecture for M.Sc chemistrystudents by welcoming Dr. K Rjendra Reddy who is working as a Principal Scientist inInorganic & Physical Chemistry Division in IICT Hyderabad. Dr. Reddy’s classified hislecture in three parts:Part 1: Sustainable Development Goals & Green ChemistryPart 2: CSIR-IICT contribution for Covid-19Part 3: C-H bond activations oxidative cross coupling our approachDuring his lecture he elucidated that as day by day our needs are cumulative which lead ustowards unsustainable development. So he was emphasizing on sustainable developmentapproach which is related to Green Chemistry and he motivated students to live in a healthyenvironment and try to fix problems by acquiring more knowledge of chemistry. As aChemist it’s our accountability to solve societal problems by embracing natural ways ofliving which can be helpful to save our planet. He validated that you all students are going tobe Master’s in Chemistry then they should know how to use their acquaintance in a bestpromising way as fossils fuels are deteriorating increasingly because of large level ofconsumption. He also elaborated seventeen Sustainable development goals among studentswhich are defined by United Nation for the advancement of life in all aspects in a verydetailed way so that students can be aware about the significance of life as well as how to useand try to regenerate the available resources around us with equality among all human beings.He enlightened the actual definition of Green Chemistry for superior understanding and alsoencouraged students to work in a valuable way to avoid various problems related tomalnutrition, pollution, infections, scarcity and other crises. He gave a root message tostudents that Education is an integral part of life everyone should be educated and getknowledge in every phase of life which are required in any condition by coating example of“Online Education” during Covid-19 that how students of remote sensing area did theirstudy with limited access.

Dr. Reddy’s talkreflected that

Chemical Science is a Central Science to all sciences because of its applications in various

fields as without chemistry nothing is possible. In which he explicated the existence andcreation of life related to chemistry as well as he verified that Chemistry is an essential driverfor lifecycle which is a highly imperative factor among students who are going to pursue theircareer in Chemistry. His lecture also enclosed principles involved in Green Chemistry and itsbenefits for safer chemistry which is favorable for the environment. In the last segment of histalk he demonstrated the evolution and causes of Covid-19 and what are the essentialprecautions all have to take.

He also summarized theworking of CSIR IICT-Hyderabad for Covid-19cure in a brief manner forthe benefit of mankind bycontributing to differentHealthCare’s. He alsodemonstrated the support ofresearch scholars of CSIRlabs in making sanitizergel’s across India. In the lasthe gave a core message to

all students that hard work is the only key for success there is no short cut. So, please followyour path with honesty and preserve nature for future generation also by implying sustainabledevelopment by following all the precautions for Covid-19 including mask wearing andsocial distancing.

❖ MSc

Mathematics

On the 3rd day of MSc induction Programme from 11.30am onwards Department ofMathematics interacted with students , shown the course structure ,discussed briefly

about the semester – wise papers ,practicals using Mathematics software ,Summerinternship and projects.

DAY 4

As a part of 4th day of One Week Online Student Induction Program for the M.Sc. previousstudents, an interactive lecture on “Yoga and Meditation”

Dr. T. Venkat Rajaiah sir, Founder- Chairman of Sri Aurobindo Mother Yoga Institute ofIntegral Personality, was the invited guest speaker for the above interactive session. Sir hadenlightened all the faculty and student participants about the importance of Yoga andMeditation in one’s life. Sir had explained how Yoga is the union of mind and body. Sir hadalso quoted a famous teaching of Sri Aurobindo that “Modern mind is highly divisive, but ifone goes beyond mind, then that is meditation.” The 8 paths or limbs of Patanjali’s AshtangaYoga, namely Yama (abstinences), Niyama (observances), Asana (postures), Pranayama(breathing), Pratyahara (withdrawal), Dharana (concentration), Dhyana (meditation), andSamadhi (absorption) were discussed during the session with suitable examples. Students hadgot awareness about the importance of planning and balancing all the activities as well asfood consumed during the day. Students were delighted to realize the health benefits and theability to cure various health problems related to women, by practicing different types andtechniques involved in Pranayama-breathing exercises like Bhramari, Suryanadi,Chandranadi, etc and their related postures and gestures.

As the session proceeded towards the end, the participants were shown a few interestingaudio-video demonstrations (online) of Dr. T. Venkat Rajaiah sir and his students about thevarious Yoga postures and their importance. The program had finally concluded with aninteractive session with the speaker and thanking him for sharing his valuable suggestions.All the participants appreciated the organizing team for all the pain as well as pleasure theyhad taken in organizing such a wonderful session. The session was an eye-opener to all thestudents as well as the faculty. Indeed, the session had provided a great platform to furtherlearn and implement the various aspects of Yoga and Meditation.

Youtube (live streaming) link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvadcqZ4Wes

Session on Art of Proposal Writing: Opportunities & Perspectives

Prof. V. Jayathirtha Rao, Emeritus Scientist from CSIR-IICT delivered a talk on ResearchMethodology between 11.30 AM to 1 PM on 4 th March 2021.

The actual goal of research proposal is to present a research idea that you have and think inorder to execute it practically in which way this research should be conducted. This topicgives students insight into types of proposal, research plan and resources for proposal writing.How to avoid pitfalls through the advice of experienced researchers and research advisors arewell taught to students. From the introduction to final i.e., till the dissemination everything tobe maintained through a clear road map was well delivered.

This enables the students to think about each stage of research process that helps themdevelop clear and detailed plan. Finally this lecture has been established as a good platformfor the students to highlight their new knowledge generated and will be in a stage to explainresults in a proper way.

DAY 5

On the 5 th Day of Induction Program i.e., 5th March 2021 the programme began with thehighly interactive and motivating Session on Stress Management by Dr.P. Swathi

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The session is to Envision the goals and look into positive aspects of our life so that we everfeel stress and control over the situation . Stress is the reaction people have to excessivepressures or other types of demand placed upon them .It rises when they worry and endswhen they can’t cope .

She has differentiated Four Types of stress Over stress (too much), Under stress (too littlestress), Eustress (good stress, balance right ), and Distress (balanced stress).Characteristic ofpositive stress could be Motivate yourself , focus energy, could be short-term ,perceived aswithin our coping abilities, feel exciting, improve performance. Characteristic of negativestress can cause anxiety or concern, can be short or long term, perceived as beyond copingabilities. Feel unpleasant decreases performance and can lead to mental and physicalproblems.

She has explained internal and external stressors , internal sources of distress could be Fears.respective thoughts patterns worrying about future events and unrealistic or perfectionistexpectations . Habitual Behaviour patterns that can lead to stress are over scheduling ,failingto be assertive ,failing to set and maintain healthy boundaries and failing to plan ahead

Lastly and the most important is how to manage stress by a six stage cycle positive copingmechanism Brain tends to fill in details on its own to make sense of things and thisknowledge can be used to be aware and check if the thoughts that bother us at times are realor perception of brain .

Stress reduction methods are Meditation ,Self-Hypnosis, Biofeedback ,Creative Imagery,Time Management, Social Groups , Proper Nutrition ,Breathing Exercises, Relaxation andQuiet and Peaceful Environment

Department Specific Sessions:❖ MSc Computer Science and MSc Data Science

On 5th Mar 2021 , Department of Computer Science organized one Guest lecture forM.Sc Computer Science and Data Science students by inviting guest Mr. PratapChilukuri a Sun Certified Java Professional who received FIMC award forproviding best solution in one of the projects, sir also won Trailblazer award (Bestproject in the BU) and received several commendations from the customer forresolving critical issues, on time delivery, best planning and execution in the projects.Trained several thousands of students in Java, C# and Project Development

In his talk sir explained the first step of understanding the real time orientation , to

understand the project environment for the project development and the approach that

makes you appropriate as a software engineer .The entire world is Business world in terms of

Software Concepts for example Writing and Listening are the two main Activities ofEducational Business. Every Business has Data with defined Business activitieswhich should be performed fast for that machine should perform some Activity thatmeans Manual Process should be replaced by machine doing process called asAutomated Process

Sir made it clear to the students that as a software developer they should understandwhere exactly the Software development is involved in the Automated Process

❖ MSc Chemistry

On the fifth day (5th Mar 2021) of induction program, Department of Chemistrydirected one lecture for M.Sc Chemistry students by inviting guest Dr. K. GSudersan, Associate Vice President, Corporate Quality Assurance, Hetero labs,Hyderabad.

Dr.Sudersan delivered his talk on the topic “Chemistry: A driving force & future ofthe Pharma Industry) during his lecture he gave a comprehensive statistics about thegrowth and development of pharma industry in India to make students attentive aboutthe evolution and need of that kind of industry by enlightening various phases ofpharma industry over the years. He also expounded the significance of pharmaindustry in the existing scenario by covering examples of Covid-19.

He also accentuated on various career opportunities available these days in pharmaindustries and also stimulated students to get proper conceptual and basic knowledgeof chemistry with thorough study and focus towards subject which will be beneficialfor them to make correct choice in terms of career according to their own interest andactiveness. In his lecture he explained about the driving force and future by sayingthat “the chemical structure of a compound is responsible for parameters thatdetermine the feasibility of a substance to eventually become a drug includingpotency, selectivity, absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion, toxicity, synthesisfeasibility and patenting. Further, Chemistry has been playing a vital role in the fieldof diagnostics and has created an impetus to the development of biomarkers.” Hencepharmaceutical companies have realized that there is no future for pharma R&Dwithout chemistry and hence this vibrant subject has created broader opportunities forstudents pursuing the same.

He validated briefly about the mechanism and synthesis of various compounds, drugtarget interaction, mechanism etc. He moreover elaborated about the regular growth ofpharma industry and by providing information about the manufacturing procedure involvedin the formation of a drug and its dosage system from the initial to the final step. Heelucidated the involvement of chemistry in various other fields like forensic science,biochemistry, agricultural science, atmospheric science, environment, solid state physics andmany more. He validated about the career opportunities in research and development sectorof pharma industries and their increased demand these days also encouraged students to joinformulation and development sector in future. During his talk he gave information about

various research funding schemes by government and to qualify JRF and SRF for pursuingPh.D in chemistry from various universities and research institutes. In last, he gave a rootmessage to students to study with hardwork and pursue their career in pharm industry for thebetterment of society.

❖ MSc Mathematics

On the 5th day of MSc induction Programme from 11.30am onwards Department ofMathematics conducted a lecture on “Mathematics Student’s Role and Goal” byDr.K.Annapurna madam,Former Head ,Department of Mathematics, RBVRR Women’sCollege. MSc Mathematics First and Second year students attended this lecture along withthe faculty.Madam said that lots of effort is needed by the students rather than the teachersand students should excel in their careers and goals.

DAY 6On the 6 th Day of Induction Program It began with Talent Show i,e, Talent Presentations by

MSc I year students of Computer science ,Data Science, Chemistry and Mathematics

The main intention behind the talent show was to promote bonding amidst the new comers

among themselves, with their seniors and with the faculty.

The students were given a plethora of options from which they could have registered in one

or more art forms. The art forms that were made available were singing, performing adance, playing a musical instrument, painting , group discussion, perform a magic act andmany more .