Adi Shankara Institute of Engineering & Technology, Kalady

By Dr. S. G. Iyer, Director
Necessity is the mother of invention and the students of Adi Shankara Institute of Engineering & Technology have proved the adage through tireless work in their respective fields.

'Early detection of Alzheimer's disease using Local measure on MRI scan images'is one of the topics of research activities in Adi Shankara Institute of Engineering & Technology following many such topics that tend to deal with relevant issues challenging the field of engineering and technology.

"˜Automated Cervical Cancer Detection through RGVF segmentation and SVM Classification' and various other researches clearly elaborate the amount of seriousness and dedication given to bring in technical solutions to various health hazards. These projects providing solutions to various technical and societal issues are addressed by the collaboration of reputed institutes and organization proving instrumental in enhancing the skills of students and faculty members thereby making these research works successful.

In order to enhance research further, MoUs with Infosys and TCS have yield better expertise of students required as per industrial requirements. Likewise, a number of collaboration with IEEE, ICT, SAP, and Start-up-village has been made to benefit the internal stakeholders. In return, these ventures have bagged many awards and accolades to the institute such as Active Centre Award from Infosys, Active Centre Certification from Shriram Group of Companies and various certifications from IEEE, IAAP, Indian Society of Mechanical Engineers and ICGS Samar.

With a number of reputed organizations such as Ernst & Young, UST Global, SAP, TCS, Infosys visiting the campus every year, the 95 per cent placement record is considered as the best so far and revered among other institutes in the region in terms of placement standards. It is believed by the institute that one could easily find Alumnus of Adi Shankara Institute of Engineering & Technology in almost all the MNC's across the globe. The institute with the vision to provide innovation and research along with an ideal ambience enriches excellence for future generation of the region.

Though innovation and research has been given immense importance in the institute, the academics are equally taken care of through various learning methodologies with a special focus on self learning. The faculty members of Adi Shankara being well versed in their fields of expertise encourage the students in developing their efficiency maintaining a balance between theory and practical studies associated with concepts. The institute believes in giving constant guidance to inculcate better understanding which induces basic foundation of innovation.

DIRECTOR'S MESSAGE


"We aim at earning our institution an international reputation for excellence and developing it into a choicest destination for engineering education developing the overall personality of an individual through true education." -Dr. S. G. Iyer

Having witnessed the presence of prominent personalities such as Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam: Former President of India, Sri E. Sreedharan: Principal Advisor of DMRC, Dr. Tessy Thomas: Project Director of DRDO and many more by the students, it has been very beneficial and impactful in inspiring the bright minds of the institute. In order to keep the students grounded to their aspirations, ASIET conducts various seminars and workshops with national and international institutes keeping them updated with the latest academic and industrial requirements.

As students await the annual festival "˜Brahma', the institute is all set to explore the inter- -change of ideas in areas of technical, non technical and cultural front. The institute organizes this event with a view to allow their student for exposure which thereby increases relation with other institutes showcasing each of their expertise and student talents. Nurturing these young talents and keeping them abreast of the latest developments in industry and their respective fields make them industry ready while they are still pursuing academics.

With a vision of imparting "˜Innovation, Empowerment and Excellence' to students, Adi Shankara stands as a strong pillar in facilitating higher education. Established in 2001, the institute has gained a reputation from "˜good' to "˜best' institution of the region with time by including facilities and building better infrastructure enhancing research and innovation as their strongest factor for a student's choice to opt for higher education here. The institute continues with the efforts realizing their mission by enlightening the individual carriers of growth and development of the country- youths.