Asan Memorial College of Arts & Science

The Asan Memorial College of Arts & Science was established in 1994.

It is a co-educational institution of repute which offers courses in Arts, Science, Commerce,Business Administration and Hotel Management.

The College was formally inaugurated by His Excellency K.R. Narayanan, the Honourable Vice President of India in December 1994.


















Principal:-

The College is headed by Dr.P.V. Mathew, B.Tech. Ed., MBA., Ph.D.,. He has specialized in Management Studies and was awarded Ph.D from the School of Management Studies, Cochin University of Science and Technology in 1983. He was also conferred Overseas Fellowship from Economic Development Institute of the World Bank, Washington in 1984.

He has over 30 years experience in Academics and Industry. He has worked with reputed Institutions such as School of Management Studies under Cochin University of Science & Technology, Vaikunth Mehta National Institute of Co-operative Management, Pune and Power Management Institute of NTPC, New Delhi.


Additional Principal:-

Dr.Lalitha Ramamurthi . obtained her Doctorate Degree from the University of Madras in 1986. She has about 30 years of teaching and research experience as Assistant Professor in Pondicherry and as Reader in All Saints’ College, Trivandrum. She is the Recipient of the Best Teacher Award in the State and Dr.Mathias Award for the Most Innovative College Teacher.

She has national and international publications to her credit. Her books include A History of English Language, Macmillan, Madras, Joseph Conrad – An Anthology of Recent Criticism, Pencraft International, New Delhi and An Introduction to Literary Theory, University of Madras. She has participated in international conferences in Germany, Poland, Malaysia, Hungary, Jerusalem, Canada, Taiwan and Thailand.
































COURSES of STUDY
    U.G Courses
       Post Graduate And Research Courses
B.Sc. Biochemistry M.Sc. Biochemistry
B.Sc. Microbiology M.Sc. Applied Microbiology
B. Sc.Hotel and Catering Management
B.Sc Computer Science M.C.A(Master in Computer Applications)
B.Sc Visual Communication M.B.A (Master of Business Administration)
B.Com.,  
B.B.A ., M.Phil.Biochemistry
















Salient Features of the College
  • Youngest College in Chennai Accredited by NAAC
  • Large and beautiful campus, well laid out gardens, play grounds and sports facilities.
  • Excellent infrastucture facilities including Indian Bank , College Canteen and Auditorium.
  • Highly experienced and qualified faculty with M.Phil/Ph.D .
  • Excellent Academic Infrastructure, well equipped Laboratories, Training Kitchens, Restaurants and other modern facilities
  • Spacious and well stocked Central Library and Departmental Libraries with latest books and journals
  • Excellent acadmic performance with several students securing University ranks every year.
  • Active Student Clubs and Units for N.S.S, Rotaract, Youth Red Cross, Planning Literary and Fine Arts activities.
  • Excellent Campus Placements in Five Star Hotels, Banks and Multinational Companies.
  • Excellent Sports & games activities with Inter Departmental Competitions, Inter Collegiate Tournament and Annual Sports Meet.
  • College hostels separately for boys and girls with in the campus.
  • College bus facility covering major areas of Chennai City.




































DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY


The Department offers Three programmes:

1). B.Sc., Biochemistry 2). M.Sc., Biochemistry 3). M.Phil Biochemistry

Eligibility for B.Sc Course:

A Pass in the H.Sc. examination or an examination recognized as equivalent with Biology / Botany / Zoology / Computer Science / Chemistry as one of the subjects of Study.

Eligibility for M.Sc Course:

A candidate shall be admitted to the course provided he/she has passed a B.Sc in Biochemistry or Chemistry or Microbiology or Life Sciences or Nutrition and Dietetics of any recognized University.

Eligibility for M.Phil Course:

A candidate shall be admitted to the course provided he/she has passed a M.Sc in any field of Life Sciences with Minimum of 55% marks from any recognized University.

Highlights of the Course and Department


1. Well equipped Spacious Laboratory.

2. Experienced faculty members.

3. Subject with wide scope, applicable for various fields of study.

4. Students are well placed in reputed hospitals and multinational companies

5. Biochemistry Association conducts various co-curricular activities at inter collegiate level.

6. Updated syllabus for modern world of Biotechnology.

7. Conducting Regular awareness programme like Cancer Awareness, Diabetes Awareness and extension activities in neighbouring Villages
List of Activities:

1.National Seminar-6thFeb 2008 - The Department of Biochemistry organised a One-day National Seminar on "Recent Trends & Challenges in BioSciences on 06.02.2008.More than 130 students from 17 different colleges have participated, around 40 papers were presented.
2. Miss Sree Vidya of II M.Sc Biochemistry won the first prize Ethiraj College for Women , Chennai for Paper Presentation

3. Dr.T.P.Shastry of CLRI gave a guest lecture on "Prosthetic Bone Materials on 23 Jul 2008"

4. Miss K. Sonia of M.Phil( 2007 - 2008 batch) Presented a Research Paper at International Conferance on " Frontiers in Chemical Science" on 2 nd Oct conducted by Madras Christian College Chennai


University Rank holders of the Department:
M.Sc.Biochemistry

  1. Smitha Annie Mathew (2003 - 2005), 10th University Rank
  2. Usha Kiran (2003 - 2005), 12th University Rank
  3. Nithya S (2004 - 2006), 4th Rank.
  4. Asha G (2005 - 2007), 14th Rank in Biochemistry.
  5. Praveena P (2005 - 2007) , 6th Rank in English.
 





























































































DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY


The Department offers Two programmes:-

1). B.Sc., Microbiology 2). M.Sc., Applied Microbiology

Eligibility for the B.Sc. Microbiology:

A Pass in Higher Secondary ( H.Sc., / AIISC ) with Biology / Botany / Zoology as one of the main subjects as one of the main subjects.

Eligibility for the M.Sc., Applied Microbiology:

A candidate shall be admitted to the course provided he/she has passed a B.Sc., in Zoology, Botany, Chemistry or Biochemistry / Microbiology or Home Science of any recognized University.


Highlights of the Course and Department


Semiprofessional Course comprising the basic & applied aspects of various branches of Microbiology (viz. Clinical, Agricultural, Environmental, Food Industrial Microbiology, Biotechnology etc.,)

1.Well prepared & updated syllabus covering current topics Bright scope for higher educations in emerging branches of Life scienceS & Basic Medical ScienceS in India and abroad

2.Well equipped Laboratories with Excellent infrastructure

3. Qualified staff with rich teaching experience and research skill

4. Academic training programme at reputed Research Institutes and Hospitals.

5. Seminars, Symposia, Work Shops, Intercollegiate competitions organized every year.

6. Assistance for recruitment in reputed multinational Companies, Hospitals, Pharmaceuticals, etc

Academic Excellence:

  1. 2004 - University 1th Rank & 4 Other Ranks in Malayalam
  2. 2005 - University 5 Ranks including 2nd Rank in Malayalam
  3. 2007 - University 2nd Rank in English, Rank in Microbiology and 3rd & 7thRank in French
 
































































DEPARTMENT OF HOTEL AND CATERING MANAGEMENT


Eligibility for B.Sc Course:

A Pass in H.Sc.Examination or any other equivalent examination recognized as equivalent.


Highlights of the Course and Department:

1. B.Sc., Degree in Hotel and Catering Management is a three-year course with both theoretical and practical aspects.

2. An Excellent infrastructure with digital class rooms.

3. Well equipped Basic Training and Advanced Training kitchens and bakery



a). 50 Cover Training Restaurant, Mock bar and Pantry

b). Mock Single and Twin bed rooms.

c). Well equipped Front office Reception with the latest software used in the Hotel Industry.

4. Compulsory 4 months of Industrial Exposure Training at various world renowned star hotels to equip the students with job oriented skills.

5. Theme Luncheons centered on special themes are organized by the students of all the three years to hone the authentic cooking skills and technologies.

6. In the Final year, a Mega Food Festival is conducted by the students where the Management knowledge and Culinary skills acquired by the students are showcased.

7. The Educators not only just comply with the University norms but are much more experienced and learned. The passion to impart knowledge is the prime motive of the educators which enhance talents of the students.


8. National Level Seminars & workshops are organized by the department every year.

9. The department has a separate training and placement cell. Students are placed through campus placements in Star Hotels, Cruises, Airlines and other Hospitality industries successfully

 

University Rank holders of the Department:

    Mr.Deepak P 2nd Rank,2007

    Mr.Nishanth N, 3rd Rank ,2007

    Mr.Mohan K 4th Rank, 2007

    Ms.Thivyalakshmi T 1st Rank Gold Medal, 2006

    Mr.Tharun Menon K, 3rd Rank,2006

    Mr.M.Karthik, 2nd Rank,2005

    Mr.S.VinothKumar,5th Rank,2005.

    Ms.Sree.C.S. 1st Rank Gold Medal,2004

    Mr.Sriram.A , 4th Rank,2004
 

Placements:

Taj, Oberoi, Courtyard Marriott, Park Sheraton, Le Meridien, Residency, G.R.T., The Accord Metropolitan, Green Park, Radha Regent, Jet Airways, K.F.C., etc. are the hotels who have conducted placement interviews in our campus.

Academic Excellence:

In April 2008, the Graduate pass percentage of the students were 99%

Extra Curricular Activities:

The department takes great interest to hone the skills in the extra curricular activities. We conduct Workshops in Flower arrangement, Cocktail , Sweets and Personality Development to improve the skills. Quiz Competitions, Chef competitions are conducted regularly. Our students have won several prizes in various National level competitions. We undertake hotel trips and Industrial visits also for the students to impart the practical aspects of the industry.We have conducted 12 Food Festivals in our department.

1. Mediterranean Food Festival 1997.

2. Oriental Food Festival 1998.

3. Mexican Food Festival 1999.

4. Egyptian Food Festival 2000

5. Italian Food Festival 2001

6. Singapore Food Festival 2002

7. South African Food Festival 2003

8. Hindustani Food Festival 2004

9. Dakshin Food Festival 2005

10.Yokoso Nippon - Japanese Food Festival 2006

11.Thinnai - Chettinad Food Festival 2007

12.Sukothai - Thai Food Festival 2008


National Level Seminars:

Last Seminar Report: 7th National Level Seminar on “TECHNIQUES TO CREATE EMPLOYABLE HOTELIERS” was conducted on 30th September 2008. 160 students from 30 Mgmt colleges participated in this Seminar. There were 3 technical sessions and quiz competitions

Food Festivals :- Flower Arrangement

Decorated Counter in Food Festival:




















































































































































































DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

History of the Department:

With the IT corridors awning open to suck in young talents and with the liberalization policy of Government of India, the software definitely had to find its place in a well established institution like ours. The college chose to offer the latest in technical knowledge, and to this end, enrolled students for a degree in Computer Science. The Department has done exceedingly well since its inception and the placement cell bears testimony to the same.

Courses Offered and Eligibility for Admission:















PROGRAMMEEligibility:
B.Sc. COMPUTER SCIENCEStudents with a pass in any of the following: 10 + 2 / 11 + 1 with Computer Science / Mathematics / Business Mathematics






Head of the Department:
        (1) Mr. G.Ravichandran M.Sc.,PGDCA


Faculty:

S.NoNameQualificationDesignation
1Mr. B.Shaji M.Sc., M.PhilLecturer
2Ms.T.SuganthiM.Sc(IT)., M.PhilLecturer
3Mrs.P.ShanthiM.Sc., M.PhilLecturer
4Mr.C.Sajeev Christin Singh MCALecturer












Infrastructure :

  • Updated Computer Lab
  • Microprocessor Lab
  • Reference Library
  • Digital Electronics Laboratory



    • Association

    Cache IT– Computer Science association had its beginning in this academic year. Various eminent personalities from Computer field were invited to deliver lectures on the latest developments in Computer field. Different seminar was conducted by NIIT on resume preparation and Group discussion. Various tips were given to the students about the do’s and don’ts in a group discussion. Aptitude tests were conducted regularly to improve the analytical and logical skills.

    Achievements:

    Rank Holders - UG:

    2000 - 2003 Batch University Rank - 1 in Malayalam and in French
    2004 – 2007 Batch University Rank - 1 in Malayalam

    Course Content:
    SemesterPaper No. Title of the paper
    .1Digital logic fundamentals
    . 2Programming in C
    . 3Programming in C++ and Data structures
    . 4Microprocessors and its applications
    . 5Operating systems
    . 6Database management systems
    . 7Visual programming
    . 8Computer architecture and organization
    . 9Data communication and networking
    . 10Software engineering
    . 11Programming in Java
    . 12Web technology



    DEPARTMENT OF VISUAL COMMUNICATION

    Eligibility for the B.Sc Course:

    A Pass in the Higher Secondary Examination Conducted by Government of Tamilnadu or any other examination recognized as equivalent thereto by the Syndicate of the University of Madras


    Highlights of the Course and Department :

    This is a media related course, which is suitable for those who are interested in Film, Television, Advertising, Graphics, Animation and Photography. It gives a complete exposure to visual and Print Media.

    Practical Aspects:

    I year students are taught Drawing and Graphics design. This foundational Subjects will help them to do computer graphics and Multimedia in the second year and third year.

    II year students have practical photography and Computer graphics. Multimedia, Television Production and Advertising Photography are taught in III year. They can learn Preproduction and Post Production works.


    They are

    1. Script Writing
    2. Camera Handling
    3. Film Recording
    4. Audio Recording
    Career Opportunities:
    1. Print Media
    2. Visual Media
    3. Cyber Media

    B.Sc., Visual Communication Students are wanted for the following Posts:

    1. Reporter (News paper and Television)
    2. Photographer
    3. Magazine or News Editor
    4. Copy Writer
    5. Visualizer
    6. Television Producer
    7. Graphic Designer
    8. Event Manager

    University Rank holders of the Department in 2007:
    1. Mr.Sooraj.K. 12th Rank in (Major)
    2. Mr.Sooraj.K. 3rd Rank in Hindi.
    3. Mr.Rameez.A. 7th Rank(Hindi)
    4. Mr.Shyamjith.G.G. 2ND Rank in (Malayalam)
    5. Mr.Mithun.K.V. 3RD Rank in (Malayalam)
     


    DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE


    History of the Department:

    The Commerce Department was established in the year 1995. The Departmrnt aims at developing knowledge, skill, attitudes and values through dynamic and Interactive methods of learning.


    Eligibility for B.Com course:

    A Pass in Higher Secondary Examination Conducted by Govt . of Tamilnadu or any other Examination recognised / approved as equivalent.

    Highlights of the Course and Department:
    • The Department is well equipped with qualified and experienced staff.
    • Library with adequate number of books for reference
    • Guest Lectures are arranged for all the practical oriented subjects and experts are invited.

    • Regularly organises State Level/National Level Seminars on current topics.
    • Inter Collegiate Co-curricular competitions are organised every year.
    • Organises Workshops for Self development
    • Under the Choice based Credit System students are given with the opportunity to gain knowledge on various subjects

    Faculty:

    1. Mrs.T.S.Santhi M.Com.,M.Phil.,B.Ed.,M.B.A., H.O.D. of Commerce
    2. Mrs.T.Aryamala M.A.,M.Phil.,Lecturer in Economics
    3. Mrs.M.Jaya M.Com.,M.Phil.,PGDFM,PGDCA., Lecturer in Commerce
    4. Mr.S.Damodaran M.Com.,M.Ed.,M.Phil.,M.B.A.,PGDFM.Lecturer in Commerce
    5. Mr.D.Baskar M.Com.,M.Phil.,M.B.A.,Lecturer in Commerce
    DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION


    Eligibility for B.B.A. course:

    A Pass in Higher Secondary Examination Conducted by Govt . of Tamilnadu or any other Examination recognised / approved as equivalent.

    Highlights of the Course and Department:
    • Well qualified, experienced and comitted faculty Members
    • General library with books of 400 topics in management
    • Department Library with more than 200 books
    • Well Equipped Computer Lab for II year students
    • Good consistent Results
    • Industrial Training for Practical knowledge
    • Industrial visits for field exposure
    • Enjoyable educational Tours and Picnics
    • National level Seminars, Intercollegiate Competitions, Workshops and Guest Lectures
    • Personality Development / Soft Skills Workshop
    • Training on Employability Skills
    • Good Placement Support / Campus Recruitment
    • Compulsory Project Work for Final years
    • Alumni occupy Higher positions in Corporate Sector

    University Rank holders:

    1. Ms.M.S.Seetha   - University   11th Rank - 2000
    2. Ms.Aryajothi       - Malayalam    1st Rank - 2006
    3. Mr.Meyo Mohan - Hindi          16th Rank - 2006
    4. Mr.Meyo Mohan - English        17th Rank - 2006
     






































































































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    ASAN MEMORIAL COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCE
    Velachery - Tambaram Road, Jaladampet, Chennai - 600 100.
    Ph:-044- 22461418, 22460216, 22460032
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