Department of

AI & DS

Department of Artificial Intelligence & Data Science

The Department of Computer Applications was started in the year 2010 with the launch of the B.C.A. (Bachelor of Computer Applications) programme. Since its inception, the department has steadily grown in academic strength, quality teaching, and student achievements.

The department shares access to two advanced computer laboratories, equipped with 120 high-configuration systems and full air-conditioning, to support effective practical learning for undergraduate students.

With a team of experienced and dedicated faculty members, the department continuously engages in teaching, research, and student development activities. Faculty members have actively published research papers in various national and international journals. The department includes 7 teaching and 2 non-teaching staff, several of whom are pursuing higher research degrees.

Students of the B.C.A. programme have performed exceptionally well, contributing to the department’s overall record of 2 gold medals, 18 university ranks, and strong placement outcomes. The department regularly organizes seminars, guest lectures, workshops, exhibitions, and cultural events to enhance students’ academic and personal development.

Graduates of the B.C.A. programme have established successful careers as Software Developers, System Administrators, Web Designers, IT Executives, Researchers, and Academicians both in India and abroad.

The Department of Computer Applications continues to focus on building IT competency, programming skills, and preparing students for a wide range of industry-oriented careers.

Eligibility B.Sc. Computer Application

A candidate who has passed the Higher Secondary Examination with Mathematics, Business Mathematics, Computer Science, or Statistics (Academic or Vocational stream) as one of the subjects under the Board of Higher Secondary Examination, Tamil Nadu, as per the norms set by the Government of Tamil Nadu, or an examination accepted as equivalent thereto by the syndicate, subject to such other prescribed conditions, is eligible to apply for the Bachelor of Computer Applications degree. Eligible candidates are permitted to pursue the programme and appear for the B.C.A. degree examination of this university after completing three academic years of study.

M.C.A. Computer Application

OBJECTIVE

The student will gain essential laboratory skills for software development, programming, and the interpretation of software design applied to real-world applications.
The student will build a strong foundation in computer applications, enabling them to understand and critically evaluate software and IT-related literature.
The student will develop effective communication skills to present software concepts, project work, and research results in written and oral formats.
The student will learn professionalism, collaboration, and ethical practices necessary for a successful IT career.
To motivate staff members to participate in seminars, workshops, and academic activities.
To encourage faculty research and publications in reputed national and international journals.

Vision

To empower women through education by equipping them with the skills, confidence, and knowledge required to contribute to societal and technological development.
To produce innovative and ethical computer application professionals through high-quality teaching, training, and exposure to the latest technological trends.
To promote advancement in computer applications by engaging in applied research, publishing impactful papers, and contributing to emerging technological solutions.
To create awareness of IT products and applications among the local and national communities.
To shape students into innovators who apply computer application knowledge to solve global challenges and improve quality of life.

Mission

To provide high-quality education and promote practical, multidisciplinary learning in the field of Computer Applications.
To equip students with the infrastructure, tools, and environment needed for academic and professional growth.
To conduct training programmes, seminars, workshops, conferences, extracurricular activities, and placement support to help students reach and surpass their potential.
To strengthen students’ technical knowledge through modern programming languages, application development skills, and industry-relevant training.
To help students build the competence required to address real-world IT and software challenges.
To instill ethical values in the responsible use of technology and foster awareness of the social impact of IT solutions.

Pass Percentage (2018-2025):

Year	BCA
2018-2019	97%
2019-2020	100%
2020-2021	100%
2021-2022	100%
2022-2023	100%
2023-2024	100%
2024-2025	100%

University Gold Medalist: 02 (2013-2022)

S.No	Programme	Name of the Gold Medalists	Rank	Year
1	BCA	PRAVEENA G	1^st– Gold Medal	2017
8.	BCA	SRI VIDHYA C	1^st– Gold Medal	2023

University Rank Holders 52

S.No	Course	Name	Rank	Year
1	BCA	DEVI S	III	2014
2	BCA	MONIKA M	IV	2015
3	BCA	SAKIROON K	X	2015
4	BCA	VISHNUPRIYA V	IX	2019
5	BCA	ABIRAMI P	X	2019
6	BCA	SINDHU V	III	2020
7	BCA	TAMILSELVI M	V	2020
8	BCA	JAYAPRIYA K	IX	2020
9	BCA	HAJIRA BEGAM S	VII	2021
10	BCA	GAYATHRI A	IX	2021
11	BCA	VARSHINI A	II	2023
12	BCA	ESWARI A	III
13	BCA	DIVYA P	IV
14	BCA	VINITHA T	VI
15	BCA	ALAMELUMANGAI R	VII
16	BCA	HEMA M	VIII
17	BCA	DEVIVAVALLI V	IX
18	BCA	MYTHILI S	IX

Ph.D.,Awarded / Ongoing from the Department

S.No	Name of the Ph.D., Scholars	Name of the Guide	Title of the Thesis / Broad Field of Research	Awarded / Ongoing
1	B.Sindhupiriyaa	Dr.D.Maruthanayagam	Minimize the Delay Constrain in Wireless Ad Hoc Networks Using Maximum Weight Scheduling	Awarded
2	D.Pharkkavi	Dr.D.Maruthanayagam	Enhance the Data Security in Cloud Computing Environment	Awarded
3	S.Aravindhan	Dr.D.Maruthanayagam	Enhance the Clustering Techniques in Data Mining Using Efficient Algorithm	Awarded
4	V.Shanmugapriya	Dr.D.Maruthanayagam	The Enhanced Efficient Data Processing in Big Data by Implementing Map Reduce Frame Work	Awarded
5	S.Sivakumar	Dr.D.Maruthanayagam	Advance Resource Reservation in Grid Computing Environment	Awarded
6	K.RanjithSingh	Dr.D.Maruthanayagam	Efficient Secure Routing Mechanism in MANET Using Trust Model	Awarded
7	K.Vimala	Dr.D.Maruthanayagam	Improved and Proficient Trusted Routing Mechanism utilizing Bio-inspired Techniques to enhance Quality of Service in MANET	Awarded
8	V.Sherine Vargheese	Dr.D.Maruthanayagam	Cloud Computing	Ongoing
9	K.Vinothkumar	Dr.D.Maruthanayagam	Edge Computing	Ongoing
10	S.Bharathi	Dr.D.Maruthanayagam	Internet of Things	Ongoing
11	Dr.N.Kowsalya	R.Priyavani	Cryptography	Ongoing
12	Dr.N.Kowsalya	E.Jansirani	Cryptography	Ongoing

List of Faculty Members in Institution Level Committees / Board of Studies / Various University Bodies

Dr.D.Maruthanayagam

Details of Membership & Activities

Dr.N.Kowsalya

Details of Membership & Activities

Board Of Studies Member – Sadakathullah Abba College, Tirunelvelli (From 2019 to 2025)
Question Paper Setter – Sadakathullah Abba College, Tirunelvelli (From 2019 to Till Date)
Theory Paper Valuation Examiner in Periyar University from 2011 to till date.
Practical External Examiner in Periyar University from 2011 to till date.

Awards Won by Faculty Members

S.No	Faculty Name	Year	Award	Organization Unit
1	Dr.D.Maruthanayagam	2019	International Research Ratna Award	World Research Council and World Medical Council

Facilities

Facilities	Laboratories	Class Rooms	Seminar Hall	Computers	LCD/ Projector	Books in Library	Journals in Library
Number	2	12	1	120	3	1247	6

Lab facilities in Computer Science Department

We provide ample computing facility to the students. Students have an unlimited Internet access from 9.30 AM to 4 PM. All computers in the lab have LAN facility. CS Department has following Software facilitiesin our labs as per the curriculum. Our two labs have good air conditions facilities.