Dharmsinh Desai University
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| DD University | |
| Type | State University[1] |
|---|---|
| Established | 2005 |
| Chancellor | Dr. N.D.Desai |
| Vice-Chancellor | Dr. H.M.Desai |
| Undergraduates | 600 (2005) |
| Postgraduates | 100 |
| Location | , , |
| Campus | Urban |
| Website | Dharmsinh Desai University |
History
Dharmsinh Desai Institute of Technology (DDIT) was founded in 1968 by Dharmsinh Dadubhai Desai, who then was a Member of Parliament, as an institution of higher learning in the field of Engineering and Technology. It achieved an 'Autonomous' status under Gujarat University in 1991 . It received a Deemed University status in June 2000[2]. In April 2005, Dharmsinh Desai Institute of Technology achieved full University status and was renamed as Dharmsinh Desai University (DDU). Under the flagship name of DDU, the university has also started a bachelor's course in Dental Surgery from 2005. It was known as Dharamsinh Desai College until granted university status in 2005.
Status
DDU[3] achieved autonomous university status in 1991 which meant it could conduct exams and not follow the parent university Gujarat University examination schedule (though the degree certificate awarded still retained the name of Gujarat University). It achieved a Deemed University status in June 2000, which meant that the degree certificates show that they are awarded from DDIT. In April 2005, DDIT achieved full University status and is renamed as DDU which is an abbreviation for Dharmsinh Desai University. Under the flagship name of DDU, the university has also started a bachelor's course in Dental Surgery from 2005.
Prof. H.B Dave was the first head of computer science department. One of its flagship branch “Computer Engineering”, Computer engineers graduated under Prof. H B Dave, are working around the world in recognized companies including Microsoft, GE, Oracle, Infosys, TCS, Wipro etc.
The Faculty of Technology of DDU was formerly known as DDIT, is headed by Dr P A Joshi as Dean. He is an alumnus of DDIT, UDCT Mumbai, IIT Bombay and IIM Ahmedabad. The Faculty of Technology is having very high reputation and has been recognised as Anchor Institute for Chemical and Petrochemical Sector by Industries Commissionerate of Gujarat State. Very recently, it has established Shah-Schulman Centre for Surface Science and Nanotenlogy with Prof. D O Shah (Professor Emeritious-University of Florida, USA) as its Founding Director. The centre has been sanctioned Rs.35 Million by Department of Industries and Mines, Government of Gujarat and has giant industries like Asian Paints Ltd. and Sun Pharmaceuticals Ltd. as its Industrial Founding Members. The Faculty has several links with industries such as Reliance Industries Ltd for R & D, KHS Germany for training students abroad, Infosys for students training under campus network. It also has a MOU with University of Iowa, USA for BE+MS 5 year integrated program.
Mission
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Faculty of Technology
Under Graduation Courses
- Chemical Engineering (B.Tech)
- Electronics & Communication Engineering (B.Tech)
- Computer Engineering (B.Tech)
- Instrumentation & Control Engineering (B.Tech)
- Information Technology (B.Tech)
- Bachelors in Computer Applications (BCA)
Post Graduation Courses
- Instrumentation and Control Engg (M.Tech)
- Chemical Engineering (M.Tech)
- Electronics & Communication Systems (M.Tech)
- Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engg.) (M.Tech)
- Civil Engineering (Structural Engg.) (M.Tech)
- Civil Engineering (Water Resourse Engg.) (M.Tech)
- Computer Engineering (M.Tech)
- Masters in Computer Applications (MCA)
Faculty of Business Administration
Under Graduation Courses
- Bachelors in Business Administration (MBBA)
Post Graduation Courses
- Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
Faculty of Commerce
Under Graduation Courses
- Bachelor of Commerce(B.Com)
Faculty of Dental Science
Graduation Courses
- Bachelor of Dental Sergery (B.D.S.)
Faculty of Pharmacy
Under Graduation Courses
- Bachelor in Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
Doctoral Programme
The University offers Doctoral Programme in the fields of Engineering / Technology, Management and Applied Sciences.
Sources
- ^ "List of Universities in Gujarat". University Grants Commission of India. Retrieved 2007-06-27.
- ^ DDU University profile
- ^ DDU University profile
External links
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