J.N.N Institute of Engineering strives to lead the transformation of engineering and management learning experience to educate the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs. The Institution aims to achieve academic excellence by developing a culture of curiosity and creativity that will challenge the frontiers of teaching/learning, stimulate research, increase analytical reasoning and inquiry, and enable students to acquire leadership, human relations, communication, and technology skills.

The Institution was established to graduate engineering innovators who will be leaders in addressing today’s and tomorrow’s pressing challenges and serve as a resource to address various social causes. 

J.N.N Institute of Engineering has always prioritised the education of students from rural and less privileged backgrounds. Our objective is to instil a lifelong love of learning in our students and to prepare them to succeed as citizens in a challenging world. The emphasis is on the holistic development of the students and strengthening their capacities. To enable the new generation of students who rely on technology to drive their information and learning, the Institution has adopted the CAMU Campus Management System to provide a seamless transition between the physical and digital world and thereby improve their learning outcomes.

Campus Management System

Through the CAMU Campus Management System, the Institution handles curriculum design, content delivery, assessment, and evaluation of our education process. This system facilitates easy accessibility to various academic and non-academic activities like teaching online, maintaining attendance, uploading course materials, managing course registrations, exam cell duties etc. Outcome-Based Education (OBE) and Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) are two international pedagogy systems that focus on student learning and their choice of subjects as per their interest to enhance holistic development. These systems guide the students to find their unique place in the professional world and hone their competitive edge. The CAMU Campus Management System enables the Institution to manage OBE and CBCS.

Integrated Learning Management System (LMS) and Student Information System (SIS)

In the traditional pen and paper-based form of functioning, managing campus-wide tasks was a huge challenge, and it drains time and energy. By integrating the LMS and SIS, all the J.N.N Institute of Engineering stakeholders are able to communicate seamlessly, avoid duplication of various academic and non-academic processes, and ensure data is constantly updated and thereby enable faster decision making. The system offers visibility and transparency in the teaching-learning process.

Learning Management System (LMS)

Through the Learning Management System, various academic activities of the Institution such as managing Programs, Courses, Departments, Classes, Sections, Subject mapping etc., are handled. Time tables are designed, and the facilities (Classrooms, Smart Rooms, Seminar halls) can be assigned automatically through the system. Apart from this, the list of other activities that are managed through the LMS are as follows,

– Assignments

– Academic Planning

– Attendance

– Examinations

– Online Quizzes

– Lecture Notes

– Question Bank

– Video Conferencing

– Chat Room

– Student Activities

– Feedback System

– Projects & Internships

– Policies & Regulation

Student Information System (SIS)

The Student Information System streamlines access to all the information right from Admission to Graduation. Students can fill in Application forms for course registration and get notified digitally. After admission, students have access to various information such as,

– Enrolment

– Course Registration

– Elective Registration

– Proctored Exams

– Surveys

– Attendance Records

– Academic Records

– Fee Management

– Grievance Redressal

– Student Services

– Activity Management

– Alumni management is also done through the Student Information System.

Admissions Management

The entire admission process has been digitalised to bring in transparency. Through automated email alerts and collaboration via the Application Portal, prospective students can track applications and collaborate with the admissions team.

Attendance Management

Through the mobile app, faculty can mark attendance in the classroom. If a student is absent, the information is communicated to Parents in real-time through SMS. Attendance reporting can be done in various ways using flexible techniques to gain insights into attendance trends.

Exam Management

The Internal Assessments Tests and Online Quizzes are conducted through the Learning Management System. With digital learning and assessment leading the way, students can take the quizzes using their mobile phones. This improves digital literacy among the students and provides confidence in using technology, which is the way forward. 

Student Services 

Students can use the mobile app to provide feedback or raise complaints. The LMS coordinator then forwards the query/issue to the concerned committee to resolved the matter. Using the LMS, there is complete transparency for all the stakeholders, and the Institution can monitor and manage feedback, grievances, and complaints and solve them immediately.

Document Management 

In order to promote environmental consciousness and restrict paper usage on campus, most of the documents are managed digitally using the Campus Management System. All student records, right from admission to graduation, are maintained digitally. A document is printed

only when it is vital.

Fee Management 

Students can access their accounts and make fee payments online. This aids in complete transparency for the parents and students.

Measurable Performance Outcomes

Institution

– Optimal Infrastructure Usage – 95% occupancy achieved.

– Materials and mobility savings – administrative processes conducted digitally.

– Improved relationships and fewer conflicts between stakeholders.

– Higher accountability and discipline in following rules.

Faculty

– Timetable creation, subject allocation, attendance marking are all done digitally.

– Easy access to resources and student information at a click of a button.

– Easy logging of student’s Internal Assessment and end semester examination marks.

– Critical feedback and constructive criticism to and from students.

Students

– Autonomy to choose their elective courses and faculty.

– Easy tracking of performance by checking their attendance, grades and feedback. 

– Increased mobility and choice due to digital learning and processes.

– Easy adaptability to online learning due to prior experience in using the LMS/SIS.

By implementing the CAMU Campus Management System, the various functions of the Institution have been digitalised. The LMS and SIS modules make the teaching-learning process easier for the students and faculty, thereby ensuring a cordial relationship. Implementation of a Campus Management System has given a distinctive advantage for our Institution and has immensely aided in the Institution’s performance. This aligns with the Institution’s objectives of making quality technical education accessible to our students and ensuring their holistic development. 

Decentralization

J.N.N Institute of Engineering encourages and motivates a culture of decentralization and participative management. The faculty members involve themselves in various administrative roles and responsibilities. They associate themselves with various committees, namely Disciplinary Committee, Class Committee, Grievance Redressal Committee, Women Empowerment Committee, Internal Quality Assurance Cell and many more. The faculty members are involved in driving a change through the Institution’s Mission to identify and design the road map to attain the Institution’s Vision.

Participative Management

Participative management is at the core of decision making at J.N.N Institute of Engineering. The Management, Principal, Faculty and students are encouraged to participate in all activities to better the Institution’s functioning.

Decision Making Level: The Governing Council, Principal and HOD’s play a key role in formulating Policies, Regulations, Admission guidelines, Training & Placements, Grievance Redressal etc., The various Committees are headed by HOD’s or other faculty members who contribute to the Institution’s sound functioning.

Functional Level: The faculty members are actively involved in the discussions of academic interest and provide their suggestions to the Principal and HOD’s. They play an active role in the various Department activities, including budget preparation, purchase of essentials for laboratories etc.

Implementation Level: The Principal, HOD’s and the faculty members play a crucial role in policy implementation. The Governing Council and Management set the standards and expectations as per the Institution’s Vision and Mission. The Administrative Officer and staff have a significant part in the Institution’s day-to-day affairs. Ultimately, students play a significant role in providing feedback about the functioning of the Institution.

Case Study: International Women’s Day

Women’s empowerment and promoting women’s rights have emerged as a significant global movement in recent years. Our Institution celebrates International Women’s Day to advance the cause of Women’s empowerment. Every year, the Institution celebrates International Women’s Day. On this occasion, cultural events are held to highlight the importance of women’s empowerment. This day is celebrated to acknowledge the economic, political, social, and cultural contributions of women from all walks of life. This day is a beautiful way for our Institution to express our appreciation and admiration for female students, faculty, and staff members. The event instils a sense of empowerment and equality in the female community and a sense of gratitude and respect.

The Women’s Empowerment Committee organizes and facilitates the successful conduct of this event every year. The Committee members coordinate and are delegated various roles, including stage arrangements, designing the invitation, planning cultural events, compering etc. The committee members plan various events and activities, and students are requested to participate in all events. On this day, the various women achievers are recalled, and their success is cherished. This event motivates the students to aim higher and compete to achieve their dreams. Meticulous planning goes into arranging the event, and adequate care is taken to ensure the event achieves its intended purpose. This event is an excellent example of decentralization and participative management at J.N.N Institute of Engineering.

The following factors are effectively scrutinized in the appraisal system for teaching staff. The Student’s feedback, University Examination results, Attitude, involvement, commitment, and achievement of a faculty concerning his/her non-academic secretarial activities, Feedback, and review of performance from other faculties in peer groups. The faculty rejuvenated through attending various programs and presenting the same to the colleagues in turn of their feedback. The duly filled Self-appraisal form is received from each faculty at the end of every semester.

According to the classroom teaching, presentation techniques, course delivery, evaluation of test papers, syllabus coverage, and fulfilling the academic commitments in time; the performance of a faculty is assessed based on the mark allocation to the above criteria, The outcome of the performance appraisal will reflect in the annual increment, incentives and the promotion of the faculty. An effective performance appraisal system helps the faculties in improvising their performance, enhancing their professional growth, and contributing to institutional performance. The performance appraisals provide the information useful for promotion/increment determinations and at the same time, it offers an opportunity for evaluation and discussion of employee weaknesses and strengths.

The faculty appraisal process is based on a Self-appraisal report; Providing information about academic performance, Research activities, developmental activities of the department and institute. The student’s feedback is based on online and oral in-class committee meetings. The HOD’s evaluation is based on the above analysis subsequently the following actions are implemented, Faculty members are encouraged to evaluate and identify their strengths and weaknesses aspects. Faculty members are encouraged to incorporate changes suggested by the appraisal committee, to strengthen the quality deliverables.

The pace of their deliverables as per the students’ requirements is satisfactorily matched by the faculty members. The completion of the syllabus on time is done by the faculty members based on the suggestions given to them and extra lecture classes are arranged if necessary. The result analysis of internal assessment are done regularly and the remedial classes are arranged to low performing students about the academic progress of the students. Faculty members are encouraged to undertake R&D projects, consultancy work and apply for research grants. Financial support will be provided for filing patent/copyrights.

Encouragement is given to the faculty members, to participate in conferences and publish the research papers in the international / national journals. By granting OD to the faculty members based on their competency requirement, are counselled to attend FDP, STTP and workshops organized by the reputed Institutions / universities. The faculty members are encouraged to organize national / international seminars / guest lecturers / workshops/conferences by sponsoring such events from the institute.

Periodically appraisal interviews are conducted to evaluate the teaching skills, depth of subject knowledge. The performance of the faculty is observed by a team of subject experts, the Head of the department, and the Principal. The assessment results and concluding remarks are taken for the promotion, increments, recognition, and service continuation consideration. The report of the heads of the department is considered for the performance of non-teaching staff members.

Because of these measures, the academic results and placement have improved. The competency of the students increased. Students confidently participate in various events organized by industry and other organizations and win prizes bringing reputation to the college.

The Institution has a transparent and well planned financial management systems in which Management are the main sources of funds. The Resource mobilization policy focuses on achieving the goals and target of the institution ensuring accountability and transparency. The harmonized Governing body coordinates and monitors the optimal utilization of the funds for the promotion of learner-centric ecosystem.

– The Institution is a centrally managed with honorary governing body members which ensures the income generated is spent optimally in the institution itself.

– A financial advisory body is in place to manage the managed funds.

– Funds are provided to meet the infrastructure requirement of the institution while starting new programmes and centres of excellence.

– The management provides financial supports to Seminars/Workshops /Conferences/ Expert talks /Association activities/ Faculty Development programmes, etc.,

– The extracurricular activities of the students are a major concern and adequate funds provide for Sports and Cultural activities.

– Scholarships are granted to the deserving students under Alamelu Ammaal Educational Trust.

– Provident fund (PF) benefits are provided to the Management appointed staffs.

– Financial Resources of the institution are

– Tuition fee

– Hostel Fee

– Grants From individuals, philanthropist

– College Development Fund

– Tuition fee and grant is used for the infrastructure and academic activities

– Government funds are optimally used for which it is sanctioned

– Transparency and accountability is ensured by conducting an annual audit of the statements

– Financial support provided by the university and funding agencies are audited by the respective departments.

Financial Audit of Grant

The Finance officer conduct their periodic verification of all the accounts sanctioned by the Government. Their suggestions and directions are also incorporated in the further utilization of the funds. He manages and records the resource mobilization carried out in the Institution.

Grants and funds sanctioned by Management

1. The Institution has a strong financial advisory board for Management of accounts and all the accounts sanctioned are audited internally as well as externally. On behalf of the Management, all daily transactions are verified by the finance manager of the Institution.

2. The internal audit of Management accounts is done periodically. They verify all financial transactions and submit a detailed report of observations based on the observations given by internal auditor. The financial officer of the Institution stores the statements of accounts.

3. The Management has appointed the external auditor of the Management accounts. At the end of every financial year, they prepare annual financial statements and audit reports.

STRATEGIC PLAN EFFECTIVELY DEPLOYED IN OUR INSTITUTION

J.N.N Institute of Engineering has a strategic plan based on the Institution’s Vision and Mission. The strategic plan encompasses improvements in the teaching-learning process, promotion of research and development, adherence to quality improvement measures, enhancement of infrastructure and facilities. The Management, Governing Council and Principal are committed to the rigorous implementation of the strategic plan. The Institute possesses knowledgeable faculty who work on the strategic plan and make it a reality.

The Strategic Plan of J.N.N Institute of Engineering for the 5 year period of 2018-2023 is as follows.

SUCCESSFUL IMPLEMENTATION

Centre of Excellence for Civil & Mechanical Engineering

A Centre of Excellence for Computer-Aided Design & Analysis was established in 2018 in partnership with i-Value Tech Solutions and Autodesk. An MOU was signed between the Institute and Industry for delivering training and certification of the latest design and analysis tools to the students of Civil and Mechanical Engineering departments. With this Centre of Excellence, the Institution aims to provide job-ready skills to the students and meet the demands of the industry. 

Core Objectives of the Centre of Excellence

The Centre of Excellence has developed an integrated roadmap to implement the state of the art of Building Information Modelling (BIM) technologies across research, industry and education to augment the BIM capability of the Indian Construction Industry. Mechanical Engineering students are trained and certified on products from the Autodesk suite, such as Fusion 360. 

The Centre of Excellence will assist the J.N.N Institute of Engineering students by participating in the local construction and design industries workforce and achieving productivity improvement by transforming the way people design, deliver, and manage projects. To achieve this goal, the students trained in this Centre of Excellence will be embarking on a series of in-house projects to develop and implement best practices.

OTHER SUCCESSFUL IMPLEMENTATIONS OF THE STRATEGIC PLAN

Research & Development Cell

The Research & Development cell was established in 2018 and proactively engages with the faculty and students to perform research. They are encouraged to publish journals, attend workshops and seminars. Faculty are stipulated to attend FDP, STTP and apply for patents.

Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)

In line with the strategic plan, the IQAC was established in 2019. The IQAC plays a crucial role in monitoring teaching-learning process, academic planning and implementation of quality measures.

Industry – Institute Interaction 

Our Institute encourages the students, faculty members to interact with industry in all possible ways with the spirit of deriving mutual benefit. The College has strengthened the Department of Training & Placement activities through interaction with industries.