RNS Institute of Technology

The Agile Advantage: CSE and Emerging Technology Hubs

Introduction

• Specialized Labs: The department features Agile Labs and specialized Centers of Excellence for Machine Learning. These labs facilitate over 650+ projects annually, including breakthroughs like the "C Code Visualizer" and "SafeNav—The Rastha Predictor."


• Generative AI Workshops: In 2024, the department hosted an intensive workshop on Generative AI, covering GANs and AI-generated content. This ensures students are not just using AI but are building the creative potential of future industries.


• The Al-Go-Rhythm Episode 9: The 2025 edition of this technical-cultural fest integrated "Code Quest" and "AMA Sessions" (Ask Me Anything) with alumni who have successfully navigated the transition from campus to corporate.


• NPTEL "Discipline Stars": RNS Institute of Technology students are frequently recognized as "NPTEL Stars" for completing massive open online courses, contributing to the institute's high ranking in the National Digital Library consortium.


• The "My Mike" Series (MBA): A unique management initiative where students practice high-stakes communication by addressing the entire department on current economic and social affairs to build public speaking confidence.


• Automated PC-Based Labs: The Electronics and Instrumentation (EIE) labs are now equipped with PC-based Level, Temperature, and Flow controllers using SCADA and LabVIEW, providing a simulated environment for industrial process control.


• Global Collaborations: With MoUs involving organizations like ISAC, the department ensures its cybersecurity track is benchmarked against global standards, preparing students for the high-stakes world of digital defense.

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