Department of Mathematics
Overview
The department of Mathematics came into existence along with S.I.T in 1963. Right from its inception the department has striven to set high standards of teaching. The department has succeeded in this endeavor over the years.
The department of Mathematics offers programs for both graduate and post graduate students, by providing the foundation in mathematics that is crucial to the education of engineering students.
At present the department has 13 committed teaching faculty members, among them 10 are with doctorial degree, 02 of them are pursuing for Ph. D degree and one member on its non-teaching staff. The department continuously reviews and monitors the curriculum of its academic programs.
In the coming decade, apart from strengthening the existing areas, the department intends to develop areas related to mathematical aspects of scientific computing in all its manifestations. The efforts in these directions will lead to greater collaboration with other disciplines of the Institute at a level higher than at present.
Short Range Goals
To achieve excellent results in examinations, to create awareness among students in recent trends in mathematics by organizing quizzes and Olympiads, to take up sponsored projects from funding agencies such as VTU, AICTE & DST and to have more interdisciplinary interaction to pursue applied research.
Long Range Goals
The department has a long range goal of getting recognition as a leading department in curriculum development and professional activities at the regional and national level.
Program Details
The department of Mathematics has a research center under VTU.
- The Mathematics R&D center so far produced 13 Ph.D. scholars.
- Currently 05 Scholars are pursuing their doctoral degree.
- Active research is being pursued in the areas of Fluid dynamics, Magneto Hydrodynamics, Graph Theory, Fuzzy Topology, Soft Topology, Finite Element methods, Natural convection problems, Heat Mass transfer, Finite difference Method, Hydrodynamic lubrication, Complex Analysis, Differential Geometry, and Manifolds.
- Faculty members in the department collaborate with other research groups in the college.
Vision & Mission
Vision
Mathematics being the fundamental subject that provide the foundation for all Engineering subjects, we all have a task to do the best, nothing less.
Mission
To provide every under graduate and post graduate student of SIT, the required mathematical knowledge for their professional career and further study in engineering.
Student Life & Activities
Mathematics Club – Organizes quizzes, problem-solving contests, and guest lectures to engage students.
Workshops & Conferences – The department hosts seminars, workshops, and national conferences on contemporary mathematical topics.
Interdisciplinary Projects – Encourages students to work on projects integrating mathematics with engineering and sciences.
The department has organized:
- National conference on “Recent Trends in applied mathematics” (RTAM-2013) during 7th and 8th of June 2013
- An invited talk on “Distinguishable sets in graph theory” by Dr. P.J. Slater, Professor, Dept. of Mathematical sciences and computer science, University of Alabama, USA on 15th June 2013.
- One day National Workshop on “Graph Theory and Applications” (NWGTA-2015) held on 17, October 2015.
- Workshop on “Recent Advances in Signed Graphs and their Applications”, Sponsored by TEQIP-II during 6-8 June 2016.
- International Conference on “Discrete Mathematics-2016 and Graph Theory Day-XII”, Sponsored by TEQIP-II, SERB, ISRO, DRDO, during 9-11 June 2016.
- An invited talk on “Invisibility and Meta Materials” by Dr. Harsha Hatridurga, Dept. of Mathematics, Imperial College of London, London on 17th January 2018.
Infrastructure & Facilities
The Mathematics Department is equipped with modern resources to support both teaching and research:
Mathematical Computing Lab – Equipped with software like MATLAB, R, Python, and Mathematica for computational mathematics and research.
Research Center – Dedicated space for Ph.D. scholars and faculty research.
Library & Digital Resources – Access to research journals, e-books, and mathematical databases.
Faculty
The department comprises highly qualified and experienced faculty members specializing in diverse fields such as algebra, mathematical modeling, computational mathematics, and statistics. Faculty members actively engage in research, interdisciplinary projects, and international collaborations.
No. of Ph.D’s: 10
No. of Masters : 03
Professors-02 –
Associate Professors-02
Assistant Professors-09
Total no. of Professors (teachers): 13
Academic Programs
Undergraduate Program:
- B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering – A robust 4-year program covering all aspects of computing, from hardware to software development.
Postgraduate Program:
- M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering – A specialized program designed to deepen knowledge and skills in advanced computing areas.
Ph.D. Program:
- Research opportunities in various fields, including AI, machine learning, data science, and more.
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) - UG
Graduates of the Mathematics program will:
Develop a deep understanding of mathematical theories and applications.
Engage in lifelong learning and research in mathematics and its applications.
Apply mathematical concepts in solving real-world industrial and scientific problems.
Exhibit leadership, communication, and teamwork in professional settings.
Program Outcomes (POs) - UG
Graduates will be able to:
Apply advanced mathematical concepts to solve complex problems.
Utilize computational and analytical techniques for real-world applications.
Conduct independent research and publish in reputed journals.
Demonstrate effective problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
Uphold ethical and professional standards in research and academics.
Industry Collaboration & Placement
The department has collaborations with industry and research institutions, providing students with opportunities in data analytics, artificial intelligence, finance, cryptography, and scientific computing. Graduates find placements in leading IT firms, research labs, and financial organizations.
Achievements & Recognition
The department has published numerous research papers in reputed international journals.
Faculty members have received grants for research projects in applied mathematics and computational sciences.
No. of Journal Papers:100
No. of Conference Papers: 04
Awards for Research Publications(ARP); Year 2020-2021 from VISION GROUP ON SCIENCE AND TECHNOI.(VGST)
Completed Project Title: Mathematical Properties of Graph based Molecular Descriptors and their Applications from TEQIP Competitive Research Grant, Visvesvaraya Technological University
Alumni Success
Our alumni have excelled in academia, research, and industry. Many hold prestigious positions in universities, software firms, financial institutions, and R&D organizations worldwide.
Admissions
The department offers M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs in Mathematics. Admissions are based on academic performance and entrance tests. For more details, visit the Admissions Page.
