Innovations by the Faculty in Teaching and Learning
Lecture method and Interactive learning:
The faculty mainly uses chalk and board and audio visual aids in teaching. Students are also encouraged to actually interact during the lecture hour by getting the doubts clarified on the spot. Faculty using models, charts for interactive teaching for various subjects like 3D models demonstration for Chemistry, Unit operations, Design of drugs, Animal simulator software etc.,
Cognitive Load Theory:
Based on this theory a student can learn at the maximum of 7 new concepts per a session therefore, faculties are advised to plan the session accordingly.
Project-based learning:
Students during their 3 and 4 year, are encouraged to take-up many real time projects. They are guided by both faculty and Industry/Research experts.
Computer-assisted learning:
The college has required number of computers, printers, LCD projectors in learning halls. These are effectively used for teaching. The students are also encouraged to present seminars, reports/findings for their projects.
Computer aided drug design (CADD):
The institution has Computer aided drug design (CADD) facility with Schrodinger software. Faculty will utilise facility to explain drug receptor integrations, QSAR studies and pharmacophore modeling identification to the students.
Mind mapping exercise:
A mind map is a graphical way to represent ideas and concepts to the students. It is a visual thinking tool that helps structuring information, helping you to better analyze, comprehend, synthesize, recall and generate new ideas in students.
Optimization techniques using Sigma tech:
Optimization techniques are using to explain and design the drug formulation