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GOVERNMENT OF KARNATAKA

DEPARTMENT OF COLLEGIATE EDUCATION

GOVERNMENT FIRST GRADE COLLEGE

HOLEHONNUR

NAAC RE-ACCREDITATION REPORT

2014


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GOVERNMENT OF KARNATAKA

DEPARTMENT OF COLLEGIATE EDUCATION

GOVERNMENT FIRST GRADE COLLEGE,

HOLEHONNUR577227

SHIMOGA DISTRICT

REACCREDITATION REPORT

Track ID: KACOGN13713

Submitted to,

NAAC2014

Website- www.gfgcholehonnur.in


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CONTENTS

Page No.

Part A: Cover letter from the Head of the Institution 2

Part B: Executive summary 5 - 8

Part C: Part 1 Profile of the college 10 - 18

Part 2 Criterion wise inputs 19 - 84

Criterion- I Curricular aspects 19 - 25

Criterion- II Teaching, Learning and Evaluation 26 - 38

Criterion-III Research, consultancy and Extension 39 - 51

Criterion- IV Infrastructure and Learning Resources 52 - 60

Criterion- V Student support and Progression 61 - 71

Criterion- VI Governance, Leadership and Management 72 - 80

Criterion- VII Innovation and Best Practices 81 - 84

Part D: Evaluative Reports of the Departments 85 - 116

Part E: Post Accreditation Initiatives 117 - 118

Part F: Annexures 119


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PART - A


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VISION:

To become a leading educational institution that caters to the needs of the rural youthto train them to be able to compete confidently with their counter parts in urban institutions.

MISSION:

To provide educational opportunities to the rural poor and the marginalized sections of

the society.

To impart knowledge to empower the youth to assert their identity and self-respect.

To make students employable after graduation.

To inculcate the spirit of humanity and a sense of morality among the students.

OBJECTIVES:

To cater to the higher educational needs of rural students especially the girls.

To develop the values of self-respect, truthfulness and democratic citizenship among

students. To provide guidance and support for all round development of the students to help them

accomplish their goals


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PART B

PART B : THE EVALUATION REPORT

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

According to Swami Vivekananda, Real education is that which enables a person to

stand on his own legs. With this in mind the Government First Grade College, Holehonnur


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was established on 26thAugust 1991 to fulfil the long standing need of the people of this region.In the beginning the college was housed in the social welfare department hostel at Holehonnur

with just 45 students from the Arts and Commerce departments. Due to lack of students

strength the Commerce department was forced to be closed in the year 1997. Once the college

shifted to its own building in 1992 to the outskirts of the town, the intake of students increased

from year to year and more courses were offered. With assistance from the State governmentand the UGC, the college now has sufficient classrooms, a well equipped computer lab, a

network resource center and a library with over 22,000 books. Internet facility is also provided

to teachers and students. At present the strength of the college is 533 of which almost 60% are

girls. The college offers 3 UG courses B.A, B.Com and B.B.M. Due to poor intake the B.Sc

course introduced in the year 2009-10 had to be discontinued in 2012-13. However, efforts are

on to revive the course. We are proud to declare that three students of our college have obtained

ranks in the Humanities section at the university level.

The college has already undergone the process of NAAC accreditation in the year 2009

and was awarded the C grade. The college has been recognized under section 2(f) and 12(b)

of the UGC act in 2001.

Criterion 1: Curricular aspects

The curriculum is the foundation of the educational system. It provides a framework

for the educational activities to be conducted systematically in an institution.The curriculum is designed by the boards of studies of the Kuvempu University to

which the college is affiliated. Some of our teachers have also worked as members of the board

of studies and textbook preparation committees. The teachers air the feedback given by the

students on the curriculum in their respective teachers forums.

Various committees, formed by the principal, at the beginning of every academic year

assist in effective implementation of the curriculum.

Criterion 2: Teaching, learning and evaluation

The students are offered three UG courses- B.A,B.Com and BBM. All students who seek

admission are given admission according to the University guidelines. Students opting for B.A

course can choose from three combinations- HEP, HEK and HES. Studentsparticipation in

learning is encouraged by guiding them to write assignments and present papers in the

classroom. State level seminars have been organized wherein students have had the experienceof organizing and presenting papers in a seminar. A number of special lectures have helped the

students obtain various soft skills essential for employability and to develop themselves into

better human beings. The teachers have also attended seminars, workshops, conferences andtraining programmes to hone their teaching skills.

Criterion: III Research, Consultancy andExtension

Research has always been encouraged in our institution though we offer only UG

courses. Four of our teachers have been awarded Ph.D. and two more have already registered

for research. Four of our teachers have taken up minor projects and one a major project. Thus

students are also encouraged to present papers in the classroom and seminars organized in the

college.

Free consultancy is offered by the Commerce department in matters relating to income tax. Our

teachers have also contributed as resource persons in coaching candidates for NET/SLET.


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Counselling related to personal problems, difficulty in studies and career guidance is offeredfree to students.

Our students participate with enthusiasm in all curricular and co-curricular

activities. NSS and The Red Cross Society organize blood donation camps. Our students have

donated blood whenever required. The students have also participated in various awareness

programmes.

Criterion: IV Infrastructure and Learning Resource

From a five room building the college has grown into a spacious one with 18 class rooms, 3

staff rooms, a principal chamber, a library, an office room, a computer lab, a Physics lab, 2

sports rooms, an auditorium and a ladies rest room. We have sufficient furniture. Basic

amenities such as drinking water, separate toilets for women and a canteen is available.

The college has procured 57 computers to help students become computer literates.

A network resource centre and internet facility is also available. Interactive boards and LCD

projectors are used for teaching. A diesel generator and UPS have been installed for

uninterrupted power supply.

Criterion: V Student Support and Progression

The students are provided guidance right from admission to a course in the college to whatafter graduation. The prospectus of the college offers information about courses available,

details of fees to be remitted and facilities provided The Admission committee helps the

students choose the course. After admission an orientation programme is organized for the new

entrants. They are introduced to the staff who provide information about their department, NSS,

library, sports and the function of various committees. The students welfare officer receives

the grievances of the students and redresses it with the help of the staff. The warden of the

government hostels are invited to provide information about admission and facilities available.

Details of scholarships students can avail are also made known. The library resources and the

network resource center can be utilized by the students. Special training is given to students

interested in sports and our students have performed well in inter college sports meet at the

university level.

Recruiters from Shimoga provide information on job opportunities and train

students to face interviews. A few of our students have been employed and some who received

offer letters have preferred to continue their studies. On an average 20% of our students pursuehigher studies of which 40% are girls.

Criterion VI: Governance, Leadership and Management

Ours being a government college the management is in the hands of the principal

assisted by the staff, who form the College Council. Students representatives are also involved

in decision making by nominating them to various committees. A College Development

Committee is constituted with the local MLA as its ex-officio chairman and members

nominated by the MLA as per government rules. This body helps in the development of the

college by involving the local bodies.

Various committees formed by the principal contribute to effective management.

Criterion VII: Innovation and Best Practices


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The college has always strived to adopt innovations in teaching. Some of the bestpractices introduced by the college include blood donation camps, awareness programmes ,

women empowerment, special coaching classes for slow learners and financial assistant to poor

students.


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PARTC

Part C : Institutional data

1. Profile of the College

1. Name and Address of the College:

Name: GOVERNMENT FIRST GRADE COLLEGE HOLEHONNUR

Address: BHADRAVATHI TALUK

City: SHIMOGA Pin: 577227 State: KARNATAKA

Website:

www.gfgcholehonnur.in

2. For communication:
http://www.gfgcholehonnur.in/http://www.gfgcholehonnur.in/http://www.gfgcholehonnur.in/


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Designatio

n

Name Telephon

e withSTD code

Mobile Fax Email

Principal Dr. K. R.Bhogeswarapp

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O: 08282235410

R:

9449474353

08282

235410

[email protected]

Vice

Principal

NA NA NA NA NA

Steering

committee

Co-

Ordinator

S.B.Tara O: 08282

235410

R: 08182

249397

944922352

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08282

23541

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[email protected]

3. Status of the Institution:Affiliated College

4. Type of Institution:

a. By GenderCo-Education

b. By ShiftRegular

5.It is a recognized minority institution?

No

6. Sources of funding:

Government

7. a. Date of establishment of the college: 26/08/1991

b. University to which the college is affiliated /or which governs the collegeKuvempu University, Shimoga

c. Details of UGC recognition:

Under section Date, month and year Remarks(if any)

1. 2(f) 01/01/2001 -

2. 12(b) 01/01/2001 -

Certificate of recognition u / s 2 (f) and 12 (b) enclosed in annexure no.1


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d.Details of recognition/approval by statutory/regulatory bodies other than UGC

(AICTE, NCTE, MCI, DCI, PCI, RCI etc.)Not applicable.

8. Does the affiliating university Act provide for conferment of autonomy (as recognizedby the UGC), on its affiliated colleges?Yes

If yes, has the College applied for availing the autonomous status?

No

9. Is the college recognized

a. by UGC as a College with Potential for Excellence (CPE)?No

b. for its performance by any other governmental agency ?

No

10. Location of the campus and area in sq.mts:

Location Rural

Campus area in sq.mts 18615.5

Built up area in sq.mts 1700

11. Facilities available on the campus (Tick the available facility and provide numbers or

other details at appropriate places) or in case the institute has an agreement with other

agencies in using any of the listed facilities provide information on the facilities covered

under the agreement.

AuditoriumAvailable

playground - available

not available

MOU with gymnasium in Bhadravati

Hostel facilities provided by the department of social welfare and the

department of BCM for boys.i. SC/ST hostel26 students


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ii. BCM hostel20 studentsiii. Facilities availableindoor games, internet facility, TV and solar lights.

irls hostel

Not available.

Not available.

-teaching staff

Not available.

Cafeteria

Available on the campus.

Health centre

First aid service available in the college.

Local government hospital services available in case of emergencies.

Not available on the campus

All private buses that ply between Shimoga and Channagiri cater to the transport needs of the

students and staff. Concession in bus fares is available for students.

No

No

ion of electricity and voltage

Diesel generator and UPS are installed.

NO

No

Yes

12. Details of programmes offered by the college.


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Sl.

No

Programme

level

Name of

the

programme

or course

Duration Entry

Qualification

Medium

of

instruction

Sanctioned

students

strength

No. of

students

admitted

1. UG BA 3 yrs6 sems

PUC EnglishandKannada

I B.A-90II B.A-90III B.A-90

898969

B.Com 3 yrs

6 sems

PUC English

and

Kannada

I B.Com-90

II B.Com-

90

III B.Com-

90

92

73

53

BBM 3 yrs6 sems

PUC Englishand

Kannada

I BBM-90II BBM-90

III BBM-90

1932

22

13. Does the college offer self-financed Programmes?

No

14. New programmes introduced in the college during the last five years if any?

Yes.Number02 B.Com & B.SC

15. List the departments:

Particulars UG PG ResearchArts BA- History, Economics,

Political Science, Sociology,Kannada[ Elective&

Language], English[offers

only language]

Nil Nil

Commerce&Management

B.Com& BBM Commerce &Management Nil Nil

16. Number of Programmes offered under

a. annual system

b. semester system

c. trimester system

17. Number of Programmes with

a. Choice Based Credit System

03

NA


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b. Inter/Multidisciplinary Approach

c. Any other ( specify and provide details)

18. Does the college offer UG and/or PG programmes in Teacher Education?

NO

19. Does the college offer UG or PG programme in Physical Education?No

20. Number of teaching and non-teaching positions in the Institution

Positions Teaching Faculty Non-

teaching staff

Technical

staffProfessor AssociateProfessor

AssistantProfessor

M F M F M F M F M F

Sanctioned by theUGC/University/State

governmentRecruited

03 02 06 01 01+02 02

Yet to Recruit

Sanctioned by the

management/Society

or other authorized

bodies

Recruited

Yet to Recruit

MMaleFFemale

21. Qualifications of the teaching staff:

Highest

Qualification

Professor Associate

Professor

Assistant

Professor

Total

Male Female Male Female Male Female

Permanent teachers

D.Sc./D.Litt.

Ph.D. 02 01 01 04

M.Phil. 01 01 05 01 08

PG

NA

NA


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Temporary teachers

Ph.D.

M.Phil.

PG

Parttime teachers

Ph.D.M.Phil. 02 [ 1M 1F]

PG 12 [ 3M 9F]

22. Number of Guest Faculty engaged with the College.

Fourteen

23. Furnish the number of the students admitted to the college during the last four

academic years

24. Details on students enrollment in the college during the current academic year:

Type of students UG PG M.Phil. Ph.D. Total

Students from the same state where the

college is located

538 NA NA NA 532

Students from other states of India Nil - - - -

NRI students Nil - - - -

Foreign students Nil - - - -

Total 538 - - - -

Category Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4

Male Female Male Female Male

Female Male Female

SC 34 11 42 17 46 31 64 32

ST 11 16 15 14 15 16 19 21

OBC 135 140 146 144 123 167 139 184General 09 04 04 05 26 08 10 25

Others PH 01


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25. Drop out rate in UG (average of the last two batches)

UG

8%

26. Unit Cost of Education

(Unit cost = total annual recurring expenditure (actual) divided by total number of studentsenrolled )

Unit cost of education for the year 2013- 2014

(a) including the salary component Rs.29,677/-(b) excluding the salary component Rs.5,014/-

27. Does the college offer any programme/s in distance education mode (DEP)?NO

a) is it a registered centre for offering distance education programmes of anotherUniversity

Nob) Name of the University which has granted such registration.

NAc) Number of programmes offered

NAd) Programmes carry the recognition of the Distance Education Council.

No

28. Provide Teacher-student ratio for each of the programme/course offered

B.A 1:17[7 permanent & 5 guest lecturers]B.Com& BBM 1:17 [6 permanent & 11 guest lecturers]

18%

10%

61%

11%

STUDENT ENROLLMENT

SC ST OBC GM


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29. Is the college applying for Accreditation

Cycle 2

30. Date of accreditation* (applicable for Cycle 2, Cycle 3, Cycle 4 and re-assessment

only)Cycle 1: 26/8/2009 (dd/mm/yyyy) Accreditation Outcome/Result.C....

Cycle 2: (dd/mm/yyyy) Accreditation Outcome/Result.....

Cycle 3: (dd/mm/yyyy) Accreditation Outcome/Result.....

Copy of accreditati on certi f icate enclosed in annexure 1

Peer team report also enclosed. Annexure 2

31. Number of working days during the last academic year.288 days

32. Number of teaching days during the last academic year(Teaching days means days on which lectures were engaged excluding the examination days)

194 days

33. Date of establishment of Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)IQAC 07/03/2012 (dd/mm/yyyy)

34. Details regarding submission of Annual Quality Assurance Reports (AQAR) to

NAAC.

AQAR (i) 22-08-2010 (dd/mm/yyyy)

AQAR (ii) 25-09-2012 (dd/mm/yyyy)

AQAR (iii) 25-09-2012 (dd/mm/yyyy)

AQAR (iv) 16-09-2013 (dd/mm/yyyy)

35. Any other relevant data (not covered above) the college would like to include. (Do

not include explanatory/descriptive information)NONE


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PART 2: CRITERIA WISE ANALYTICAL REPORT

CRITERION I: CURRICULAR ASPECTS

1.1.1 Curriculum Planning and Implementation

1.1.1 State the vision, mission and objectives of the institution, anddescribe how these are

communicated to the students, teachers, staff and other stakeholders.

The vision mission and objectives of the institution are displayed prominently in thecollege. They are also made available in the website of the college. An orientation programme

is organized at the beginning of each academic year wherein the new entrants and their parents

receive information about the vision, mission and objectives of the college.

1.1.2 How does the institution develop and deploy action plans for effective

implementation of the curriculum? Give details of the process and substantiate through

specific example(s).

The curriculum is designed by the university to which the college is affiliated. The head

of the institution forms various committees for effective implementation of the curriculum. The

time table committee prepares the time table for each semester. The examination committee

comprising of a co-ordinator and members conducts Internal Assessment tests as per the

university guides. Each department prepares a plan of action. Examinations are conductedaccording to the university guidelines and time table.

1.1.3 What type of support (procedural and practical) do the teachers receive (from the

University and/or institution) for effectively translating the curriculum and improving

teaching practices?

The curriculum is provided by the university. The teachers are encouraged and

permitted to attend workshops organized by the university or other educational institutions to

improve teaching practices. The Board of Studies of the concerned disciplines provides

assistance wherever necessary for effective implementation of the curriculum.


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1.1.4 Specify the initiatives taken up or contribution made by the institution for effective

curriculum delivery and transaction on the Curriculum provided by the affiliating

University or other Statutory agency.

The institution forms the time table committee and the Examination Committee well in

advance for effective curriculum delivery.1.1.5 How does the institution network and interact with beneficiaries such as industry,

research bodies and the university in effective operationalisation of the curriculum?

Two of our teaching staff have been members of the Board of Studies and all teachers

are members of Teachers Forums of different disciplines. Five teachers have worked as

members of Boards of Evaluation and four as members of Text book Committees. Thus there

is constant interaction with the university.

1.1.6 What are the contributions of the institution and/or its staff members to the

developmentofthecurriculumbytheUniversity(numberofstaffmembers/departmentsrepresented on the Board of Studies, student feedback, teacher feedback, stakeholder

feedback provided, specific suggestions etc.

Teachers contribute as

Members of Board of Studies- 02

Members of Teachers Forum all teachers of their respective forums.

The department provided an opportunity for students to interact with Prof. D.S Manjunath, a

member of the English Board of Studies.

1.1.7 Does the institution develop curriculum for any of the coursesoffered (other thanthose under the purview of the affiliatinguniversity)by it? If yes, give detailson the

process (NeedsAssessment, design, development and planning) and thecourses for

which the curriculum has been developed.

No

1.1.8 How does institution anlayze/ensure that the stated objectivesof curriculum are

achieved in the course of implementation?

Each teacher maintains a work dairy and attendance of students. The Head of

Department goes through the work diary once a week and the principal once a month. Feedbackis collected from final year and pre final year students to ensure proper implementation of the

curriculum.

1.2 Academic Flexibility

1.2.1 Specifying the goals and objectives give details of thecertificate/diploma/ skill

development courses etc., offeredby the institution.

The institution does not offer any Certificate/Diploma or skill development courses.

The curriculum of some departments include skill development activities. It is mandatory for

the commerce students to prepare a project in the final year. To prepare students for competitive

exams the commerce students study Logical Reasoning as a prescribed paper. The Board of


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Students in English has incorporated writing skills, communication skills and interview skillsfor students.

1.2.2 Does the institution offer programmes that facilitate twinning/dual degree? If yes,

give details.

No.

1.2.3 Give details on the various institutional provisions withreference to academic

flexibility and how it has been helpful to students in terms of skills development, academic

mobility,progression to higher studies and improved potential for employability. Issues

may cover the following and beyond:

and those opted by the college

programmes and courses

The college offers the following elective options:B.A :

B.Com:BBM:

B.Sc.: course has been temporarily suspended due to poor admissions. However efforts are onto revive the course.

Choice based credit system range of subject options.

Range of subject options- B.A- HEP,HES,HEK. However, B.Com and BBM

students have no such facility.

Courses offered in Modular form: NO

Credit transfer and accumulation facility: NO

Lateral and Vertical mobility within and across programme and courses-

During admissions for UG courses the science students can take up any

course. Commerce students are admitted to any other course other than B.Sc. The Arts students

can also seek admission for Commerce and Management courses. Lateral mobility is available

for a short period after admission to the first semester, wherein a student can opt for a course

of his/her choice. Once the applications are dispatched to the university only vertical mobilityis possible. For readmission to any course the permission of the affiliating university is

mandatory.

Enrichment courses

Sahayog A training programme in how to face interviews forfinal year students

Angla A course in spoken English for first year studentsVikasana Personality development for second year students

Star ProgrammeA programme to help students become employableNaipunya Nidhi Communication skills for first year students

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1.2.4 Does the institution offer self-financed programmes? If yeslist them and indicate

how they differ from other programmes, with reference to admission, curriculum, fee

structure, teacher qualification, salary etc.

No. However, programmes sponsored by UGC and state government are implemented

effectively.

1.2.5 Does the college provide additional skill oriented programmes,relevant to regional

and global employment markets? If yes provide details of such programme and the

beneficiaries.

No such programmes are provided. However with a view to increase the employability

potential of the students they are trained in preparation of resume and facing interviews through

special training programmes by experts involved in recruitment for BPOs and IT companies.

Students interested in learning computer are offered free training.

1.2.6 Does the University provide for the flexibility of combining theconventional face-to-

face and Distance Mode of Education for students to choose the courses/combination of

their choiceIf yes, how does the institution take advantage of such provision for the

benefit of students?

A student unable to continue the course after admission can join the Distance mode of

education offered by the university. Such students are made aware of the options available and

information regarding admission to such courses.

1.3 Curriculum Enrichment

1.3.1 Describe the efforts made by the institution to supplement theUniversitys

Curriculum to ensure that the academic programmes and Institutions goals and

objectives are integrated?

The principal and the teachers do make efforts to supplement the Universitys

curriculum. The work diaries maintained by teachers are scrutinized once a week by the Headof Department and once a month by the Principal. Teachers give assignments and tests,

encourage student seminars, peer teaching and organize special lectures to integrate academic

programmes and Institutions goals and objectivies.

1.3.2 What are the efforts made by the institution to enrich andorganize the curriculum

to enhance the experiences of the students so as to cope with the needs of the dynamic

employment market?

Students are guided to present papers in the class and in the seminars organized by the

departments within and outside the college. Special lectures are arranged to train students in

preparation of resume and facing interviews. Our students have attended job melas organized

in Sagar and Shimoga and a few received offer letters. Career guidance programmes are also

conducted in collaboration with the university, private recruiters and other educational

institutions. The science students of our college have participated in Science exhibitions.


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1.3.3 Enumerate the efforts made by the institution to integrate thecross cutting issues

such as Gender, Climate Change, Environmental Education, Human Rights, ICT etc.,

into the curriculum?

Study of Environmental Science and Indian Constitution is mandatory for students of

all courses. The Human Rights Forum of the college organizes lectures and debates frequently.The Womens Forum and the Department of Sociology have organized programmes on

Women and Law to empower our women students who come from remote rural areas.

1.3.4 What are the various value-added courses/enrichmentprogrammes offered to

ensure holistic development of students?

Value added programmes are conducted frequently.

Moral and ethical valuesSpecial lectures are arranged on Swami Vivekananda, Dr. Ambedkar and Mahatma Gandhi to

inspire students. A special lecture and demonstration programme on Yoga was organized bythe Sports Department of the college.

Employable and Life Skills

Spoken English and basic computer classes are conducted.

The college also conducts the various programmes offered by the State Government under the

Hosa Hejje Programme.

Sahayog and STAR programme - a training programme in job skills for Final year UG

students.

Vikasana and Naipunya Nidhi offers training in social and life skills for second year UG

students.

Angla and Naipunya Nidhia programme to enhance students knowledge of English language

and Communication skills for first year students.

Better Career Options

Lectures on career opportunities are conducted for the final year studentsof all courses with the help of the University Career Guidance Cell and private recruiters from

Shimoga. Campus selections are organized by the college. Students have attended job melas

conducted at Sagar and Shimoga Community Orientation

Through NSS students participate in various community oriented programmes, such as blooddonation, health and social awareness programmes and preservation of environment.

1.3.5 Citing a few examples enumerate on the extent of use of thefeedback from

stakeholders in enriching the curriculum?

The English Department provided an opportunity for the students to interact with Prof.

D.S. Manjunath, a member of Board of Studies of English. Through the Forum of English

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1.3.6 How does the institution monitor and evaluate the quality ofits enrichment

programmes?

The IQAC, the Principal and the Head of Departments monitor and evaluate the quality

of its enrichment programmes through discussions in the staff meetings and interaction withstudents.

1.4 Feedback System

1.4.1 What are the contributions of the institution in the design anddevelopment of the

curriculum prepared by the University?

Some of our teachers have worked as members of the Board of Studies and Board of

Evaluation.

Members of Board of Studies- 02Members of Board Of Evaluation- 05

Members of Text book Committees- 04

1.4.2 Is there a formal mechanism to obtain feedback from students and stakeholders on

Curriculum? If yes, how is itcommunicatedto the University and made use internally

forcurriculum enrichment and introducing changes/new

programmes?

A feedback on the curriculum is obtained from the final year students and the

suggestions are discussed in College Council meetings and teachers who are members of

Boards of Studies bring it to the notice of the university.

1.4.3 How many new programmes/courses were introduced by theinstitution during the

last four years? What was the rationale for introducing new courses/programmes?)

B.Sc.to cater to the economically weak students who come from remote villages

around the college.B.comDue to great demand from the students and parents.


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CRITERION II: TEACHING - LEARNING AND EVALUATION

2.1 Enrollment and Profile

2.1.1 How does the college ensure publicity and transparency in the

admission process?

The principal and a few senior teachers visit the PU colleges in the vicinity to provide

information about courses and other facilities available in the college. Banners are displayed

in prominent places in the town. Admission details are also displayed on the college NoticeBoard.

2.1.2 Explain in detail the criteria adopted and process of admission(Ex. (i) merit (ii)

common admission test conducted by state agencies and national agencies (iii)

combination of merit and entrance test or merit, entrance test and interview (iv) any

other) to various programmes of the Institution.

As ours is a government college, no entrance tests are conducted. All candidates with

the required minimum qualification are admitted according to the rules of the affiliating

university.


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2.1.3 Give the minimum and maximum percentage of marks foradmission at entry level

for each of the programmes offered by the college and provide a comparison with other

colleges of the affiliating university within the city/district.

Sl.No Course Minimum Maximum

1. B.A 35% 84%

2. B.Com 35% 86%

3. BBM 35% 76%

2.1.4 Is there a mechanism in the institution to review the admissionprocess and student

profiles annually? If yes what is the outcome of such an effort and how has it

contributed to the improvement of the process?

An admission committee constituted by the Principal helps in the admission process by

verifying the application and documents enclosed by the candidates. The members of the

committee also counsel the students regarding courses and combinations available. This has

certainly helped the students to select a course suitable for them. The performance of students

has also proved. This has proved that the committeehas indeed helped them to make the right

choice.

2.1.5 Reflecting on the strategies adopted to increase/improve accessfor following

categories of students, enumerate on how the admission policy of the institution and its

student profiles demonstrate/reflect the National commitment to diversity and inclusion

At the UG level students of all categories are admitted without any reservations

whatsoever.

2.1.6 Provide the following details for various programmes offered by the institution

during the last four years and comment on the trends. i.e. reasons for increase / decrease

and actions initiated for improvement.

2010- 2011

Programmes Number ofapplications Number of studentsadmitted Demand Ratio


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B.A 256 256 All students were

provided admission

B.Com BBM 93 93 Same as above

-B.SC 13 13 Same as above

Total 352 352

2011-2012

Programmes Number ofapplications

Number of studentsadmitted

Demand Ratio


provided admission


B.SC 13 13 Same as above

Total 381 381

2012-2013

Programmes Number of

applications

Number of students

admitted

Demand Ratio


provided admissionB.Com BBM 164 164 Same as above

B.SC 13 13 Same as above

Total 434 434

2013-2014

Programmes Number of

applications

Number of students

admitted

Demand Ratio

BA 260 260 All students were

provided admission


B.SC 00 00 No admissions

Total 495 495


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The intake of students has risen significantly over the years.

2.2 Catering to Student Diversity

2.2.1 How does the institution cater to the needs of differently- abled students and ensure

adherence to government policies in this regard?

The needs of differently abled students are taken care off according to rules and

regulations.

A student studying BBM was hard of hearing as one of his ears was not fully developed.

This student was allowed to sit nearer to the lecturer during lectures and was also given extra

coaching after class hours. He was helped to apply for a scholarship which he received. A girl

student was also guided on how she could avail a scholarship. Ramps are constructed wherever

possible for free movement of physically handicapped students.

2.2.2 Does the institution assess the students needs in terms ofknowledge and skills beforethe commencement of theprogramme? If yes, give details on the process.

There is no mechanism to assess the students needs in terms of Knowledge and skil lsbefore the commencement of the programme. It has become a tradition to use the first fortnight

after commencement of classes to assess the needs of the students and prepare them for the

course.

2.2.3 What are the strategies adopted by the institution to bridge theknowledge gap of the

enrolled students (Bridge/Remedial/ Add-on/Enrichment Courses, etc.) to enable them to

cope with the programme of their choice?

The first few classes of the first semester are converted into remedial classes to enable

students to bridge the knowledge gap. As students opt for subjects other than what they have

studied at the PU level such remedial classes are essential to introduce students for the course.

As a majority of the students are from rural background the Department of English starts the

first semester by revising elementary grammar topics. The Department of Commerce and

Management also introduce the students to the basics of the subject.

2.2.4 How does the college sensitize its staff and students on issuessuch as gender,

inclusion, environment etc.?

0

100

200

300

400

500

600

Year 10-11 Year 11-12 Year 12-13 Year 13-14 Year 14-15

352 381434 495

538

students

students


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It is mandatory for 4thsemester BA and 2ndsemester B.Com and BBM students to studyEnvironmental Science. Similarly 2ndsemester BA and 4thsemester B.Com and BBM students

study Indian Constitution. Special lectures are also organized to create awareness on

environmental problems.

There is no gender discrimination. All students are treated equally by the staff. Girls

and boys are given equal opportunities both in curricular and co-curricular activities.

2.2.5 How does the institution identify and respond to special educational/learning needs

of advanced learners?

Active participation in classroom activities, good performance in tests and seminars

help teachers identify the advanced learners. Such learners are encouraged to present papers,

prepare project reports in the class and teach their weaker classmates(peer teaching). The top

scorers in all subjects are awarded prizes.

2.2.6 How does the institute collect, analyze and use the data andinformation on the

academic performance (through the programme duration) of the students at risk of dropout(students from the disadvantaged sections of society, physically

challenged, slow learners, economically weaker sections etc.who may discontinue their

studies if some sort of support is not provided)?

The performance of the students is assessed by their performance in InternalAssessment tests and exams.

Students from the disadvantaged sections of the society and economically weaker

sections are encouraged to pursue their studies. The government provides fee concessions,

scholarships and hostel facilities for such students. The college utilizes UGC funds to conduct

remedial coaching classes.

The physically challenged students are given extra attention. Guidance is provided onhow they can avail benefits from government schemes.

The slow learners are identified and special classes conducted in subjects in which their

performance is very poor.

2.3 Teaching-Learning Process

2.3.1 How does the college plan and organise the teaching, learningand evaluation

schedules? (Academic calendar, teaching plan, evaluation blue print, etc.)

The institution follows the academic calendar provided by the university regardingcommencement of the semesters, Internal Assessment tests and exams to be conducted and the

last working day of semesters. Within the college the teaching and learning activities take placeaccording to the time table. The college council and the IQAC chalk out programmes to be

conducted in the academic year.

2.3.2 How does IQAC contribute to improve the teaching learningprocess?

At the beginning of the academic year the IQAC prepares a perspective plan. The IQAC

encourages teachers to conduct various academic and non-academic activities in the college.

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2.3.3 How is learning made more student-centric? Give details onthe support structures

and systems available for teachers to develop skills like interactive learning, collaborative

learning and independent learning among the students?

Learning is made more student-centric by encouraging student participation in classes.

Project work, debates, paper presentations and group discussions help students develop variousskills thus increasing their confidence and competence. The students are also encouraged to

read newspapers and books which equip them to appear for competitive exams. They are also

trained in the use of the internet.

2.3.4 How does the institution nurture critical thinking, creativityand scientific temper

among the students to transform them into life-long learners and innovators?

Critical thinking is nurtured by conducting debates and seminars on current issues by a

number of departments. Creativity is identified by conducting a talent search programme at the

beginning of the year. Various awareness programmes are organized. For instance, to induce

scientific temperament a special lecture was organized on benefits of blood donation andanother on AIDS. A lecture was also arranged on preservation of snakes and first aid for snake

bites. Such programmes have helped our students develop a scientific temper.

2.3.5 What are the technologies and facilities available and used bythe faculty for

effective teaching? Eg: Virtual laboratories, e-learning - resources from National

Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL) and National Mission on

Education through Information and Communication Technology (NME-ICT), open

educational resources, mobile education, etc.

The following resources are available:

LCD projector

EDUSAT

Internet facility

Interactive board

2.3.6 How are the students and faculty exposed to advanced level ofknowledge and skills

(blended learning, expert lectures, seminars, workshops etc.)?

The students are encouraged to present papers in the classroom. They are assigned project

work. Expert lectures are arranged. State level seminars have been organized by the Kannada

and Political Science Departments.

The teachers are also encouraged to attend refresher courses, seminars, workshops and othertraining programmes to advance their level of knowledge and develop their skills. Four teachers

have taken up minor projects and one a major project.

2.3.7 Detail (process and the number of students \benefitted) on theacademic, personal

and psycho-social support and guidance services (professional

counseling/mentoring/academic advise) provided to students?

The college runs a counselling centre called Santvana to provide students with

academic, personal guidance and psycho social support. Three teachers who have undergone

training at NIMHANS, Banglore work as counsellors. Wherever necessary professionalcounsellors are also invited to provide guidance.


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2.3.8 Provide details of innovative teaching approaches/methodsadopted by the faculty

during the last four years? What are the efforts made by the institution to encourage the

faulty to adopt new and innovative approaches and the impact of such innovative

practices on student learning?

All the departments of the college have adopted innovative teaching methods in the last

four years. Some teachers make use of the LCD projector and the interactive boards. Students

are also encouraged to use the internet facility for preparation of assignments and paper

presentations.

2.3.9 How are library resources used to augment the teachinglearningprocess?

Students make optimal use of the library resources which include books for reference,

dictionaries, journals, newspapers and magazines. Internet facility is also available.

2.3.10 Does the institution face any challenges in completing thecurriculum within the

planned time frame and calendar? If yes, elaborate on the challenges encountered and

the institutional approaches to overcome these.

The semester system has hindered students participation in co-curricular activities. The

focus is on completion of syllabus, internal assessments and exams.Yet the institution has been

encouraging students to participate in co-curricular activities and our students achievement in

sports is appreciable.

2.3.11 How does the institute monitor and evaluate the quality ofteaching learning?

Students feedback on teachers and students results are the main sources of evaluation

of the quality of teaching- learning. Students feedback has helped the institution improve the

standards of teaching and learning.

2.4 Teacher Quality

.4.1 2Provide the following details and elaborate on the by the college in planning and

management recruitment and retention) of its human resource (qualified and competent

teachers) to meet the changing requirements of thecurriculum

As ours is a government college all appointments and transfers are taken care of by the

government. All lecturers appointed fulfil required qualification.

Permanent teachers:

Highest

Qualification

Professor Associate

Professor

Assistant

Professor

Total

M F M F M F

D.Sc/D.Litt


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Ph.D 02 01 01 04

M.Phil 01 01 05 01 08

PG

2.4.2 How does the institution cope with the growing demand/scarcity of qualified senior

faculty to teach new programmes/ modern areas (emerging areas) of study being

introduced (Biotechnology, IT, Bioinformatics etc.)? Provide details on the efforts made

by the institution in this direction and the outcome

during the last three years.

No new programmes have been introduced. Teachers are transferred or deputed by the

government. A large part of the workload is managed by appointing guest lecturers.

2.4.3 Providing details on staff development programmes during thelast four years

elaborate on the strategies adopted by the institution in enhancing the teacher quality.

The institution permits the staff to attend staff development programmes.

a) Nomination to staff development programmes

Academic Staff Development Programme Number of faculty nominated

Refresher courses 04

HRD programmes 03

Orientation programmes 06

Staff training conducted by university

Staff training conducted by other institutions 06

Summer/Winter schools, workshops etc. Nil

b) Faculty Training programmes organized by the institution

to empower and enable the use of various tools andtechnology for improved teaching-learning

materials

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and use


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is expected to possess a scientific temper. The college imparts knowledge essential forgraduates to become good citizens and good human beings.

2.5.7 What are the mechanisms for redressal of grievances withreference to evaluation

both at the college and University level?

At the college level any grievances related to valuation are redressed by the concerned

Head of the Department. At the university level the students can obtain the Xerox copies of

their answer scripts and also apply for revaluation. A few students have obtained more marks

after revaluation.

2.6. Student performance and Learning Outcomes

2.6.1 Does the college have clearly stated learning outcomes? If yesgive details on how

the students and staff are made aware of these?

Yes.

The Internal Assessment marks are displayed on the notice board. The exam results areavailable online. Each department is asked to assess the performance of students. Each teacher

is also asked to provide details of students performance in their subject. Top scorers in allsubjects are honored.

The students are provided feedback on their performance by the teachers. Students

feedback on teachers helps improve teaching. Transparency is maintained in assessment of

Internal Assessment. The university provides opportunities for redressal of grievances

regarding evaluations in exams.

2.6.2 Enumerate on how the institution monitors and progress and performance of

students through the duration of the course/programme? Provide an analysis of the

students results/achievements (Programme/course wise for last four years) and explain

the differences if any and patterns of achievement across the programmes/courses

offered.

During the course the students performance and progress are monitored by conductingtests, giving assignments and projects. The teachers provide feedback on the students

performance. Slow learners are identified and special classes are conducted to improve their

performance.Results of the college for the last four years

Year B.A B.Com BBM B.SC

2010- 2011 90% - 100% -

2011-2012 91% - 85% 60%

2012-2013 81% 76% 100% 100%

2013-2014 93% 79% 64% -

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We are aware that teaching, learning and assessment are interdependent. The

quality of teaching is assessed through students feedback on teachers. The amount of learning

that takes place is evident in the students performance in tests,internal assessments and exams.

Each department analyses the performance of students and takes appropriate steps to improve

the performance.

2.6.4 What are the measures/initiatives taken up by the institutionto enhance the social

and economic relevance (studentplacements, entrepreneurship, innovation and research

aptitude developed among students etc.) of the courses offered?

To improve the quality of teaching the institution deputes teachers to attend workshops,

training programmes and seminars. Students are encouraged to participate in class seminars

and present papers to develop research attitude in them. Job opportunities are displayed on the

notice board. Career guidance programmes are organized and students are provided

opportunities to attend job melas and campus selection drives.

2.6.5 How does the institution collect and analyse data on studentperformance and

learning outcomes and use it for planning and overcoming barriers of learning?

Students performance in tests and exams is the main source available. Every semester

the Results Analysis Cell collects and analyses the performance of students. The Head of

Institution conducts staff meetings to plan how barriers of learning can be overcome.

2.6.6 How does the institution monitor and ensure the achievementof learning outcomes?

The top scorers in each class are honored to motivate them and the other students to

perform better. Rank holders of the college are felicitated. The slow learners are identified and

special coaching classes are conducted to help them achieve good results. The Heads of

Departments and the Principal inspire teachers to work with dedication and bring better results.

2.6.7 Does the institution and individual teachers use assessment/evaluation outcomes as

an indicator for evaluating student performance, achievement of learning objectives and

planning? If yes provide details on the process and cite a few examples.

The institution evaluates students performance on the basis of their results in exams. Barriers

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CRITERION III: RESEARCH, CONSULTANCY AND EXTENSION

3.1 Promotion of Research

3.1.1 Does the institution have recognized research center/s of theaffiliating University or

any other agency/organization?

The institution has no recognized research centre yet two of our Associate Professorshave obtained guideship.

3.1.2 Does the Institution have a research committee to monitor andaddress the issues of

research? If so, what is its composition?Mention a few recommendations made by the

committee forimplementation and their impact.

The college does have a Research Committee which comprises of a co-ordinator and

members. The committee encourages teachers to take up research activities such

as minor and major research projects. Students are also involved in social surveys and trained

in research methodology.

3.1.3 What are the measures taken by the institution to facilitatesmooth progress andimplementation of research schemes/projects?


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-off, reduced teaching load, special leave etc. to

teachers

certificate to the funding authorities

One Assistant Professor of the Commerce Department has been awarded a minor

research project and an Assistant Professor in the sociology department has applied for FIP.

Two of our teachers have registered for Ph.D. and four teachers have already been awarded

Ph.D.

The institution provides all facilities as per UGC and state government guidelines to

promote research. Four of our teachers have been awarded minor research projects and one amajor research project. The submission of utilization certificate is the responsibility of the

concerned teacher.

3.1.4 What are the efforts made by the institution in developingscientific temper and

research culture and aptitude amongstudents?

Special lectures are organized on research methodology. Students participate and

present papers in seminars. They are also assigned project work to introduce them to research

methodology.

3.1. 5 Give details of the faculty involvement in active research(Guiding student research,

leading Research Projects, engagedin individual/collaborative research activity, etc.

Four teachers have already been awarded P h .D andtwo morehave registered for Ph.D.

Four teachers have taken up minor research projects and one major research project has been

submitted. Two of our faculty are guiding research scholars. A number of papers have beenpublished in various journals. .

3.1.6 Give details of workshops/ training programmes/sensitization programmesconducted/organized by theinstitution with focus on capacity building in terms of

researchand imbibing research culture among the staff and students.

. A special lecture was organized by the Department of Sociology on research

methodology for interested students and teachers. The Innovative Club/Research Committee

of the college involves students and teachers in research activities.

3.1.7 Provide details of prioritised research areas and the expertiseavailable with the

institution.

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3.1.8 Enumerate the efforts of the institution in attracting researchersof eminence to visit

the campus and interact with teachers and students?

All the departments of the college have invited eminent people to interact with the

students and the teachers. Some of the persons who visited the college in the past five years:

1.

Dr. Chidanand-Department of Political Science, Shivalingeshwara Swamy FirstGradeCollege, Channagiri

2. Dr. Omkarappa-Department of Political Science, Kamala Nehru College, Shimoga

3. Prof. Javed- Department of Political Science, Kuvempu University

4. Dr. Shanmukha- Department of Political Science, Kuvempu University

5.

Dr. Shekar - Associate professor of sociology, GFGC ,Shiralkoppa

6. Dr. Jagadish - Principal, National law College, Shimoga

7.

Sri .Na dsouza Eminent Kannada writer

8. Dr. Srikantha - Retd. Professor of Kannada, Kuvempu University

9.

Dr. Rajendra Chenni Prof. of English, Kuvempu University

10.Smt. Savitha NagabhushanKannada Writer

11.

Sri. S.V ThimmaiahSecretary, National Education Society, Shimoga12.

Prof. D.S ManjunathMember of B.O.S, [English], ATNCC, Shimoga

13.Prof. William d souza Principal, Hoysala college of Management, Shimoga14.

Dr. Prabhakar Rao - Associate Prof. of History, Indira Gandhi govt.Womens

college,Sagar15.

Dr. Narayana Rao - Dept. of Economics, GFGC, Bhadravathi

16.Sri B.M Kumaraswamy- Retd. Prof. of Economic,Budget Analyst & Environmentalist

17.Dr. Ramegowda- Dept. of Sociology, Kuvempu University

18.Prof. Guruligayya -- Dept. of Sociology, Kuvempu University

19.Dr. Basavarajappa. B- Associate Prof. of Commerce, GFGC Bhadravathi

20.Sri. Mohan - Assistant Manager,Vijaya Bank, Shimoga

3.1.9 What percentage of the faculty has utilized Sabbatical Leavefor research activities?

How has the provision contributed to improve the quality of research and imbibe

research culture on the campus?

One of the teachers has applied for FIP for research work. Two more teachers have

evinced interest in taking up research.

3.1.10 Provide details of the initiatives taken up by the institution increating

awareness/advocating/transfer of relative findings of research of the institution andelsewhere to students and community (lab to land)

No such initiatives have been taken up by the institution.

3.2 Resource Mobilization for Research

3.2.1 What percentage of the total budget is earmarked for research?Give details of major

heads of expenditure, financial allocation and actual utilization.

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3.2.2 Is there a provision in the institution to provide seed money tothe faculty for

research? If so, specify the amount disbursed and the percentage of the faculty that has

availed the facility in the last four years?

There is no provision for the institution to provide seed money for research. However

UGC funds have been utilized by 30% of the faculty.

3.2.3 What are the financial provisions made available to supportstudent research

projects by students?Students have been provided financial assistance to prepare project reports.

3.2.4 How does the various departments/units/staff of the instituteinteract in undertaking

inter-disciplinary research? Cite examples of successful endeavors and challenges faced

in organizing interdisciplinary research.

As the college offers only UG courses there is no provision for interdisciplinary

research.

3.2.5 How does the institution ensure optimal use of variousequipment and research

facilities of the institution by its staff and students?

Library resources, internet and computers are always available for the use of students

and teachers.

3.2.6 Has the institution received any special grants or finances fromthe industry or other

beneficiary agency for developing research facility? If yes give details.

Financial assistance is provided by UGC and the state government. No other grants are

received.

3.2.7 Enumerate the support provided to the faculty in securingresearch funds from

various funding agencies, industry and other organisations. Provide details of ongoing

and completed projects and grants received during the last four years.


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Details of minor and major research projects.

Nature of

the project

Duration Funding

agency

Grant

Sanctioned Received

Minor

Researchproject 2008 to

2010

Women

empowermentthrough dairy co-

operatives withspecial reference

to SHIMUL

Dr. Jayanthi J

UGC Rs. 65000/- Rs. 65000/-

Minor


2012

Women

empowermentthrough

Panchayathrajinstitutions

Dr. K.M.Kumar

UGC Rs. 95000/- Rs. 95000/-

MinorResearch

project

2008B.Krishnappa-Dalit movements

and relatedwritings.

Dr.A.B.Umesh

UGC Rs. 67000/- Rs 40000/-

MinorResearch

project

2014

The Role ofEntrepreneurs in

development ofPoultry Farming

with specialreference to

Shimoga District.

Prasanna S.H

UGC Rs.97000/- Rs. 77500/-

Major


2013

Problems and

Prospects of Arecanut Growers in

Western Districts

of Karnataka

Dr.M.C Duggappa

UGC Rs. 6,00200/- Rs. 5,51,800/-


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3.3 Research Facilities

3.3.1 What are the research facilities available to the students andresearch scholarswithin the campus?

All the facilities available like library, internet, computers and Xerox are provided to

students and staff for research.

3.3.2 What are the institutional strategies for planning, upgradingand creating

infrastructural facilities to meet the needs of researchers especially in the new and

emerging areas of research?

The institution plans to update the library resources such as number of journals and e-

journals and provide more computers with internet facility. We also intend to involvemorestudents and teachers in research projects with guidance from the College Research Committee.

3.3.3 Has the institution received any special grants or finances fromthe industry or other

beneficiary agency for developing research facilities?? If yes, what are the instruments

/ facilities created during the last four years.

The institution received grants only from the UGC and state government.

3.3.4 What are the research facilities made available to the studentsand research scholars

outside the campus / other research laboratories?

Research scholars are granted leave/permission to visit the university library or libraries

of other colleges where material related to their research is available.

3.3.5 Provide details on the library/ information resource center orany other facilities

available specifically for the researchers?

The research scholars are allowed to make use of the books and journals available in

the library. They can also avail internet facilities available in the college.

3.3.6 What are the collaborative research facilities developed/created by the research

institutes in the college. For ex. Laboratories, library, instruments, computers, new

technology etc.

The institution shall definitely explore such possibilities in future.

3.4 Research Publications and Awards

3.4.1 Highlight the major research achievements of the staff andstudents in terms of

Patents obtained and filed (process and product)

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Research inputs contributing to new initiatives and social Development

No patents obtained and filed.

Four lecturers have been awarded Ph.D

Students research projects to be taken up very soon.

3.4.2 Does the Institute publish or partner in publication of research journal(s)?

No

3.4.3 Give details of publications by the faculty and students:

02

peer reviewed journals (national / international)

listed in International Database

(for Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International

Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences

Directory, EBSCO host, etc.)

0206

Index

-index

3.4.4 Provide details (if any) of

professional bodies and agencies, nationally and

internationally

n to faculty for receiving state, national and

international recognitions for research contributions.

No awards have been received so far.

3.5 Consultancy

The Commerce Department provides information on income tax calculation to all the college

staff and any outsiders who approach them. Some of our senior lecturers have also contributedas resource persons in NET/SLET coaching classes and also for conducting contact

programmes for Distance Education wing of the university.

3.5.1 Give details of the systems and strategies for establishinginstitute-industry

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3.5.2 What is the stated policy of the institution to promoteconsultancy? How is the

available expertise advocated and publicized?

The institution encourages the staff to provide free consultancy whenever approached.

However, the available expertise is not advertised.

3.5.3 How does the institution encourage the staff to utilize theirexpertise and available

facilities for consultancy services?

The institution has always encouraged the staff to utilize their expertise and available

facilities for consultancy. Our teaching staff have been members of Board of Studies and Board

of Evaluation and have also contributed as resource persons in seminars and workshops. Some

have also worked as members of textbook committees.

3.5.4 List the broad areas and major consultancy services providedby the institution and

the revenue generated during the last four years.

Teachers of the Commerce department provide free consultancy on income tax calculation forall who approach them. Some of our teachers also work as resource persons whenever invited

by other institutions.

3.5.5 What is the policy of the institution in sharing the incomegenerated through

consultancy (staff involved: Institution) and its use for institutional development?

As we provide free consultancy no income is generated.

3.6 Extension Activities and Institutional Social Responsibility

(ISR)

3.6.1 How does the institution promote institution neighborhood communitynetwork and

student engagement, contributing to good citizenship, service orientation and holistic

development of students?

NSS unit of the college adopts a village every year. Awareness programmes regardinghealth, hygiene and education are conducted.

An annual special camp of a weeks duration isorganized by the NSS unit. During the

camp various programmes are organized to provide useful information to the residentsof the village.

Blood grouping and blood donation camps have been organized and a number of

students voluntarily donate blood in case of emergencies.

With a view to promote social service our students are encouraged to collect and donatefunds for social causes such as flood/draught relief, to orphanages and so on.

3.6.2 What is the Institutional mechanism to track studentsinvolvement in various soci al

movements / activities which promote citizenship roles?

NSS and Red Cross Society promote citizenship roles. Volunteers of NSS and Red

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3.6.3 How does the institution solicit stakeholder perception on theoverall performance

and quality of the institution?

Students feedback provides the stakeholders perception on the overall performance andquality of the institution.

3.6.4 How does the institution plan and organize its extension andoutreach programmes?

Providing the budgetary details for last four years, list the major extension and outreach

programmes and their impact on the overall development of students.

The extension activities are conducted with the help of the NSS, The Red Cross Society

and Rangers and Rovers unit of the college. The college has organized blood donation camps.

All these programmes are conducted with funds received from the University and the

Government. Such programmes have helped our students to understand the problems faced bythe economically backward sections of the society and develop an urge to serve the society.

3.6.5 How does the institution promote the participation of studentsand faculty in

extension activities including participation in NSS, NCC, YRC and other National/

International agencies?

At the beginning of each academic year applications are received from the students andNSS volunteers are selected based on their participation in NSS activities and individual talent.

An orientation programme is organized for these volunteers. Our NSS volunteers have

participated in various University camps and programmes organized by other educationalinstitutions.

3.6.6 Give details on social surveys, research or extension work (ifany) undertaken by the

college to ensure social justice and empower students from under-privileged and

vulnerable sections of society?

Attempts are made to involve students in such activities. Surveys have been conducted

with the help of students.

3.6.7 Reflecting on objectives and expected outcomes of the extensionactivities organized

by the institution, comment on how they complement students academic learning

experience and specify the values and skills inculcated.

The extension activities conducted by the institution have exposed the students to

various problems of the society. Our students have acquired life skills which cannot be taught

within the classrooms. These activities have also helped in overall development of our students.

3.6.8 How does the institution ensure the involvement of thecommunity in its reach out

activities and contribute to the community development? Detail on the initiatives of the

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activities?

The local police, Government hospital staff, blood banks in Shimoga, The Lions Club,

The Bar Association of Bhadravathi, Kannada sahitya and Samskruthi department and Youth

Clubs are involved in awareness programmes organized by NSS and Red Cross Unit of the

college.]

3.6.9 Give details on the constructive relationships forged (if any)with other institutions

of the locality for working on various outreach and extension activities.

Taluq Kannada Sahitya Parishadto organize special lectures and seminars.

Kannada and Cultural Department to train our students in folk dance form called

Kamsale and our students participated in State level folk dance competition and

obtained Third place.

The Bar Association of Bhadravati to conduct legal awareness programmes for girls on

legal assistance available to them.

Blood banks of Shimoga to conduct blood donation camps.

3.6.10 Give details of awards received by the institution for extensionactivities

and/contributions to the social/community development during the last four years.

No awards have been received so far.

3.7 Collaboration

3.7.1 How does the institution collaborate and interact with researchlaboratories,

institutes and industry for research activities. Cite examples and benefits accrued of the

initiatives collaborative research, staff exchange, sharing facilities and equipment,

research scholarships etc.

The institute shall explore such possibilities in future.

3.7.2 Provide details on the MoUs/collaborative arrangements (ifany) with institutions of

national importance/other universities/ industries/Corporate (Corporate entities) etc. and

how they have contributed to the development of the institution.

The college has organized a number of programmes with the help of the

Kannnada Sahitya Parishad, Lions Club, Rotary club and Red Cross society.

3.7.3 Give details (if any) on the industry-institution-communityinteractions that have

contributed to the establishment /creation/up-gradation of academic facilities, student

and staff support, infrastructure facilities of the institution viz.

laboratories / library/ new technology /placement services etc

The following private recruiters have helped in placement services by providing training in

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2. Christ Management Solutions, Shimoga

Students have also attended job melas arranged in Shimoga by the Department of Collegiate

Education, Bangalore.

3.7.4 Highlighting the names of eminent scientists/participants who

contributed to the events, provide details of national and

international conferences organized by the college during the

last four years.

The institution has organized two state level seminars. The following eminent persons

participated in the seminars:

1. Dr. Srikanta Kudige Retd. Prof. of Kannada, Kuvempu University

2.

Dr. Rajendra Chenni Prof. of English, Kuvempu University

3. Dr. Siraj Ahmed Dept. of English, Sahyadri Arts & Commerce

College, Shimoga4.

Dr. Meti Mallikarjun Dept. of Linguistics, Sahyadri Arts &

Commerce College, Shimoga.

3.7.5 How many of the linkages/collaborations have actually resultedin formal MoUs and

agreements? List out the activities and beneficiaries and cite examples (if any) of the

established linkages that enhanced and/or facilitated

a) Curriculum development/enrichment

Curriculum is designed by the university. Our teachers have contributed as members of

the Board of Studies and Forums like FOCET(Forum of College English Teachers).

b) Internship/ On-the-job training

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C)Summer placement

Campus selections have been conducted in the college and students have availed jobs by

participating in job melas conducted by the Department of Collegiate Education, Bangalore.

D] Faculty exchange and professional development

Experienced teachers from other institutions have been invited by all departments for

special lectures and our teachers have also visited other colleges for the same. Teachers have

been deputed to training programmes and workshops for professional development.

e) Research

Research scholars have been invited to provide information on Research Methodology.

f) Consultancy

Our teachers have provided free consultancy services whenever approached.


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g) Extension

Though there is no formal collaboration the NSS unit has conducted blood donation

camps with the help of various blood banks. Literary and cultural programmes have been

conducted with assistance from the Kannada and Culture Department and bodies such as theKannada Sahitya Parishat. Law awareness programmes have been organized in collaboration

with the Free legal aid cell of Bhadravati.

h) Publication

I) Student Placement

Student placement is through campus selections and job melas conducted by theDepartment of Collegiate Education. A few recruiters have visited the college for campus

selection.

j) Twinning programmes

Not available

k) Introduction of new courses

Introduction of new courses is possible only after permission is obtained from theaffiliating university.

l) Student exchange

No such programmes have been possible so far.m) Any other

3.7.6 Detail on the systemic efforts of the institution in planning,establishing and

implementing the initiatives of the linkages/collaborations.

No such efforts have been made so far yet initiatives shall be taken in future.


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CRITERION IV: INFRASTRUCTURE AND LEARNING RESOURCES

4.1 Physical Facilities

4.1.1What is the policy of the Institution for creation andenhancement of infrastructurethat facilitate effective teachingand learning?

The Head of the Institution seeks assistance from the government and the UGC for

enhancement of infrastructure. We have received funds for construction of classrooms, ladieswaiting room, computer lab and so on.

4.1.2 Detail the facilities available for

a) Curricular and co-curricular activities classrooms,technology enabled learning

spaces, seminar halls, tutorialspaces, laboratories, botanical garden, Animal house,specialized

facilities and equipment for teaching, learningand research etc.

No. of classrooms18

Multiutility hall with EDUSAT facility01

Physics lab01

Computer lab with digital board and computers01

Network resource centre01

Number of computers58 and 04 laptopsLCD projector01

b)

Extracurricular activitiessports, outdoor and indoorgames, gymnasium, auditorium,NSS, NCC, culturalactivities, Public speaking, communication skillsdevelopment, yoga, health

and hygiene etc.

Auditoriumfor cultural activities, seminars and special lectures.

There are two rooms for sports

1. for indoor games such as chess, caroms etc2.

room with wrestling mats for practicing wrestling.

Volleyball, hand ball, football courts are available in front of the college. Though awell-equipped gymnasium is not available on the college campus, the interested


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students get trained at a private gymnasium in Bhadravati which is 18kms fromHolehonnur. A proposal has been submitted under RUSA for construction of a well

equipped gymnasium.

There is one NSS unit of 80 volunteers. A proposal has been sent for permission to start

a second unit.

A proposal has been submitted to start an NCC company. Public speaking,communication skills development, yoga and health and hygiene are taken care by

government sponsored programmes such as Naipunya Nidhi and Star programme.

4.1.3 How does the institution plan and ensure that the availableinfrastructure is in line

with its academic growth and is optimally utilized? Give specific examples of the facilities

developed/augmented and the amount spent during the last four years (Enclose the

Master Plan of the Institution / campus and indicate the existing physical infrastructure

and the future planned expansions if any).

The available infrastructure is optimally utilized. With increase in admission and

introduction of new courses more classrooms have been constructed and furniture purchased,

all funded by the state government and the UGC. A proposal has been sent to RUSA for thefollowing

1.

A separate building for library and an auditorium.

2. Construction of a gymnasiumFor example:

As girls comprise about 70% a separate rest room with recreational facilities is

being constructed.

A well equipped Computer lab has been constructed to make our students

computer literates.

A network resource centre is established to help students access information.

A copy of the master plan of the college is enclosed in annexure no. 2

4.1.4 How does the institution ensure that the infrastructure facilities meet the

requirements of students with physical disabilities?

Though no such students have sought admission to the college so farramps are provided

for mobility.

4.1.5 Give details on the residential facility and various provisions available within them:Hostel Facility

Recreational facilities, gymnasium, yoga center, etc.

Computer facility including access to internet in hostel

emergencies

Library facility in the hostels

Internet and Wi-Fi facility

Recreational facility-common room with audio-visual equipments

Available residential facility for the staff and occupancy Constant supply of safe

drinking water

Security

Students are accommodated in Government SC/ST hostel which is near the college and

the Government BCM hostel in Holehonnur.

Recreational facilities such as indoor games are available.

Internet facility in hostel Not available


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First aid facility is available and emergencies are referred to the Government hospital

in Holehonnur.

Library facilities in hostels. Not available

No residential facility is available for staff on the campus.

As the hostels are run by the government, security is provided as per government

provisions.4.1.6 What are the provisions made available to students and staff in terms of health care

on the campus and off the campus?

First Aid kit is available in the sports room. Health awareness programmes are

organized every year. In case of emergencies treatment is available at the government hospital

in Holehonnur town which is about 1 km from the college.

4.1.7 Give details of the Common Facilities available on the campusspaces for special

units like IQAC, Grievance Redressal unit, Womens Cell, Counselling and Career

Guidance, Placement Unit, Health Centre, Canteen, recreational spaces for staff and

students, safe drinking water facility, auditorium, etc.

Separate rooms are provided for IQAC, Womens cell, Counseling centres, CareerGuidance and placement cell. Computers are provided in staff rooms. Canteen is available,

Indoor sports room and a TV room provide recreation for staff and students. An Auditorium isavailable. A water cooler provides safe drinking water.

4.2 Library as a Learning Resource

4.2.1 Does the library have an Advisory Committee? Specify thecomposition of such a

committee. What significant initiatives have been implemented by the committee to

render the library, student/user friendly?

A reading room committee constituted by the Head of the Institution comprises of allHeads of Departments. The committee meets often to decide the books to be purchased and the

journals, newspapers and magazines to be subscribed for the use of students.

The committee has also suggested library automation, which is in progress right now.

Students are provided Xerox facility and internet facility in the library.

4.2.2 Provide details of the following:

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10 A.M to 5 P.M on all days except Sundays and general holidays.

the library

Space is provided for students to read newspapers and magazines and refer books. Four

computers with internet facility are available for accessing e - resources.


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4.2.3 How does the library ensure purchase and use of current titles,print and e-journals

and other reading materials? Specify the amount spent on procuring new books, journals

and e-resources during the last four years.

The library advisory committee suggests books to be purchased on the basis of students

needs and change in syllabus.Library

holdings

2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13

Number Total

cost

Number Total

cost

Number Total

cost

Number Total

cost

Text books 1894 333414 3535 822395 2505 73216 403 9363

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Reference

books

36 11335 21 5368 77 20536 4 3900

Journals/

Periodicals 12 7000 08 1500 25 9000 32 2400

0

e- resources

Any other

4.2.4 Provide details on the ICT and other tools deployed to providemaximum access to

the library collection?

Available.

Management package for e-journalsNot available.

DatabasesNot available.

Not available.

-house/remote access to e-publications

Available.

In progress, 60% automation accomplished.

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Nil

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Not available.

or e-learning

No.

Not available.

4.2.5 Provide details on the following items:

-ins

180 per day.

200 per day.

library books to students enrolled44:1

2500

80

-resources

50

-resources downloaded/printed

35%

1 program.

Every year about 20 books on an average are weeded out on the recommendations ofthe stock verification report.

4.2.6 Give details of the specialized services provided by the library

Not available.

More than one thousand books are available for reference.


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4.2.9 Does the library get the feedback from its users? If yes, how isit analysed and used

for impr

Documents

NAAC Final Report