Orientation Session “IMPORTANCE OF MICROSOFT CERTIFICATIONS”

The Department of Computer Science of S.A College of Arts & Science organized an orientation session on “IMPORTANCE OF MICROSOFT CERTIFICATIONS” on 16th September 2022 in Computer Graphics lab.

The resource person was Mr.B.Thangapandian, CEO, CertifyTN, Certiport, India.

Around 75 students of BCA and B.Sc. Computer Science attended the session.

Mr.P.Chandrasekar, Head, Department of Computer Science welcomed the gathering and introduced the guest to the gathering.

 

The Programme began with the introductory session by the Guest. He highlighted on what is really lagging in our students and what the industry expects from the students.

 

He illustrated the use of macros in Excel with various examples. Then he explained various situations where students struggled in facing interviews and pointed the importance of specifying the objectives in the resume.

 

He asked the students to be careful in entering the technical knowledge in the resume.

Later he explained about various certification courses offered by Microsoft and the value of each and every certificate.

Finally, the session ended with vote of thanks given by Mr.Snehan Tony James from III-year BCA.


Awareness Session on “DIGITAL GUARDIAN”

The Department of Computer Science of S.A College of Arts & Science, organized an Awareness Session on Digital Guardian on 2nd September 2022 in St. George Arts and Science College located in Shenoy Nagar, Chennai.

 

 Ms. Pavithra G from III BSc.CS welcomed the gathering and introduced the Student Speakers Ms. Rajeswarii Janavikulam of III BCA and Mr. Zubair Ahmed of III BSc.CS to the gathering.

 

The Programme began with the introductory session by  Ms. Rajeswarii Janavikulam. She highlighted about Cyber Space  and also she created an awareness for Women Safety on Internet like Cyber Bullying, Cyber Stalking, Sexting, Child Pornography, Women Safety tips on Internet.

 

Next Mr. Zubair Ahmed emphasized about Cybercrimes and gave a practical demonstration about Hacking, Phishing, Financial Fraud, Shoulder Surfing. Lastly he concluded how to file a complaint in Cybercrime. 

 

Finally, the Program ended with vote of thanks given by Ms. Janavi Sree of III BCA.

     


NATIONAL LEVEL CODING CONTEST

The Skill Elevation Club of the Department of Computer Science & Applications of S.A College of Arts & Science in association with CSI Chennai chapter conducted a “NATIONAL LEVEL CODING CONTEST” on 28th  January 2023 in Computer Science Lab.

Coding contests, also known as programming competitions or hackathons, are events where participants compete to solve problems using a specific programming language or technology. 

Coding contests are a great way for participants to showcase their skills, learn new techniques, and network with other like-minded individuals. Many companies also use coding contests as a way to identify and recruit top talent for internships or full-time positions.

Keeping this in mind, The Skill Elevation Club of the Department of Computer Science & Applications of S.A College of Arts & Science in association with CSI Chennai chapter conducted a “NATIONAL LEVEL CODING CONTEST”.

 

Mr. P. V. Subramanian, Former chairman CSI, Mrs.Mythili ,Vice Chairman and Dr.Kavitha ,MC member, CSI joined as a guest of honor. 

Around 42 students from 20 colleges participated in the event. 

The prize winners of this event were

  • First prize: Mr.G. Prakash Raja from Gurunanak College
  • Second Prize: Ms.P. Swetha from Queen Mary's College
  • Third Prize: Mr.Vignesh C from S.A College of Arts & Science. 

Winners were appreciated with Cash prizes and gift vouchers.

Participation certificates were issued to all participants.