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At IBRAD School, semester pattern is followed. An academic year consists of two semesters. The first Semester begins in June and the second Semester in December. The academic schedule mentioned in the academic calendar will be strictly followed. All the fee has to be paid before the semester begins.
Classroom Teaching :
Qualified faculty members assigned with various theory subjects prepare course/lesson plans using the standard format provided by the institute with emphasis on 'learning' of the students. The instructional or lecture delivery of the faculty will be through a set of Educational Technology / Tools opted by the faculty. The lectures lay emphasis on the following:
- Knowledge content (topics in the curriculum)
- Utility value - application in real life, through skill building
- Latest developments, as reference point
The classroom sessions are interactive and encourage the students to think independently and inspire their creativity. The faculty ensures that the students in the class have assimilated the content projected. High level of discipline is maintained in the classroom. The faculty members are empowered to curb any disturbance and ensure that the time is used fruitfully. To this effect, students are expected to maintain decorum and refrain from causing any disturbance in the classroom. Camera cell phones are prohibited in the campus. Students are advised not to use cell phones in the corridor, classrooms and laboratories. Library or any part of campus building.
Classroom instructions are supplemented by students' presentations and / or guest lectures by external/internal experts.
Attendance is taken by the faculty concerned at the beginning of each class. All the classes begin on time and the students coming late is not given attendance.
Continuous Learning :
Students are continuously assessed throughout the course and due weight-age for this is given in the final assessment. Assignments / Mini Projects / Seminars by students form part of continuous evaluation for both theory as well as lab classes. Faculty members inform the students about the topics and due dates for the assignment / mini project / seminar well in advance and motivate the students to complete in time. Evaluation for these will be based on the following:
- Originality
- Creative Ideas
- Research Papers Referred
- Presentation Skills
- Technical Contents
Students doing exemplary mini projects, preferably working models will be suitably rewarded with additional awards / prizes.
Project Assignments :
- The projects can be done in-house (IBRAD campus) or in any industry. It is preferred that students take up in-house projects and fabricate working models which have a long-lasting value for the Institute and give a sense of satisfaction to the students. However, when a student is particular in doing the project in an industry, he/she can do so after getting the prior approval from the Principal.
- If the project is done in an industry, there should be an External Guide in the industry where the project is being done.
- The Internal Guide will visit the project site at least once during the course of the project. The Internal Guide should also have constant interaction with the External Guide and monitor the progress of the student.
- Students have to finalize their project title, the guide, their batch mates, the place of work and the schedule of work along with 'Gantt Chart' (activity chart) and submit to the Principal by the end of the 2nd semester, following norms of WBUT.
- A project Diary will have to be maintained by every student. The project work is intended to inculcate the following in the students.
- Project planning & scheduling skills (Project Management)
- Practical experience
- Team working
- Creativity and research orientation
- Report writing skills
The project Guides would ensure that the students are trained well in the above competencies.
- Final Year project work will be done individually and in a group not exceeding 4 students.
- Considering the intellectual capacity and creativity of the students of IBRAD school, it is suggested that the students aim for patentable projects. They shall ensure that there is research component in every project.
- There should be continuous evaluation of the students' performance in the project work too. There will be 3 Project Reviews conducted during the project period. During the project review, the students will be evaluated on the following:
| Criteria* |
REFERENCE |
WEIGHTAGE |
| The Presentation Skill |
From presentation of the student |
30% |
| The Progress made as per the plan |
Compare with the schedule given and the work completed |
30% |
| Knowledge gained on the subject of the project |
By conducting viva-voce |
40% |
* The review dates and schedule would be informed well in advance (a minimum of 20 days). Criteria of evaluation will be based on WBUT norms.
* Each student has to submit Project Review Reports and Final Project Report individually highlighting his specific contribution to the Project Work.
* Project review and evaluation will be jointly done by the Project Guide, the Project Co-ordinator and the Principal.
* The final viva-voce will be conducted as per the schedule given by the WBUT. The evaluation during the final viva-voce will be done by the external examiners appointed by the WBUT.
Active Participation :
Students must involve themself actively in the learning process, which involves two-way communication between faculty and students. It is also important that students learn as much as they can from their peers, who possess a wide range of practical knowledge, skills and experience.
In view of above following policy-rules have been framed
- All the students are advised to attempt to 100% attendance.
- Leave of Absence due to
- sickness,
- attending family functions,
- participation, paper presentation in conferences / symposia / seminars / workshops
- participation in cultural and sports events and social activity should not exceed 25 % of the classes, need priour approval, in writing.
- A minimum of 75% attendance is necessary to write the projects Examinations.
- No student with less than 75% attendance will not be permitted to write the University Examinations for any reason.
- Students with less than 75% attendance in a semester will have to Re-register in the next academic year.
No Compromise Zone :
IBRAD is known for the exemplary fellowship, human values, discipline among the faculty, students and all staff. IBRAD believes that without values and self imposed norms it would not be possible to win academic laurels.
- Any student found indulging in ragging (any kind of physical or mental harassment) will be EXPELLED from the INSTITUTE and could be handed over to police (Penalty: 2 years in prison as per Government rules).
- Students indulging in eve teasing will be expelled.
- SMOKING AND DRINKING is prohibited inside the campus.
- Cleanliness of the campus is important. Students should throw the garbage only in the dust-bins provided and should not spit on the walls and floor. Students responsible for loss of damage of the institute property will be severely punished.
- It is mandatory for the students and the staff using two wheelers to wear Helmets [including pillion rider].
- Students are required to maintain not only good academic progress but also high discipline in the campus.
It is the responsibility of the students:
- To maintain the campus eco-friendly.
- To maintain decent dress code.
- Not to deface or write anything on the walls / furniture.
- Not to sit on the parapet walls and flight of steps.
- To switch-off the Cell Phones during Class Hours, Laboratory Sessions, Library, and meeting places.
- To be punctual for all theory and laboratory classes as well as for guest lectures and meetings.
- To stay till the end of the Meetings & Seminars.
- To give due respect to prayer song, national anthem, faculty, staff and other elders.
- To extend good hospitality during programmes.
- To maintain a cordial relationship with others especially maintaining harmony in a multicultural environment.
- To conserve energy by switching off fans and lights when not in use.
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