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Events 2023-24

Guest Lecture on “Industries Synthesis Guest Lecture on “Industries Synthesis of Polymers – Polyolefins” by Dr. Poondi Srinivasan – 29.04.2024

Department of Polymer Engineering organized a Guest Lecture on 29th April 2024. Dr. S. Shamshath Begum, Associate Professor and HOD (i/c) welcomed the gathering. The Guest Lecture was coordinated by Dr. Basanta Kumar Behera, Associate Professor (Sr.Gr). He introduced the speaker. Dr. Poondi Srinivasan, Consultant, Chennai, delivered a talk on “Industries Synthesis of Polymers – Polyolefins”. Students participated interacted with the speaker and industrial experience of Dr. Poondi Srinivasan was shared among the attendees.


Webinar on “Effect of Additives on Structure Development in Semicrystalline Polymers and Associated Properties”

On 28th March 2024, the Department of Polymer Engineering, BSACIST, Chennai organized an webinar on the topic entitled “Effect of Additives on Structure Development in Semicrystalline Polymers and Associated Properties” by the eminent speaker Prof. Dr. S. Radhakrishnan through online mode. The lecture through online mode was a part of guest lecture organized by the department to engage the students with eminent personalities on Polymer Engineering. The webinar was attended by the B.Tech. Polymer Engineering and also the students from other Institutions providing Polymer/Plastic Engineering course all across India. Students from CIPET Bhubaneswar, CIPET Balasore (Odisha), CIPET Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Department of Polymer Engineering, MIT, Aurangabad, Maharashtra also attended the webinar


National Level Technical Symposium “MACRON 2024”

Department of Polymer Engineering organized the National Level Technical Symposium, “MACRON 2024” on 1st March 2024. Dr. T. Murugesan, Vice Chancellor delivered the presidential address. Dr. N. Thajuddin, Pro-Vice Chancellor delivered the inaugural address, Dr. H. Siddhi Jailani, Dean (School of Mechanical Sciences) delivered the felicitation address. Dr. S. Shamshath Begum, Associate Professor and HOD (i/c) welcomed the gathering. The symposium was coordinated by Dr. J. Shahitha Parveen, Assistant Professor (Sel. Gr). Dr. R. Rajesh Babu, Divisional Head – Compound Development Apollo Tyres, Chennai was the chief guest of the National Level Technical Symposium. Student Magazine “POLYLINKS 2k24” was released by the chief guest. He delivered a talk on “Sustainability in Tyre Industries”. Students from various colleges participated in various events such as paper presentation, poster presentation, technical quiz and non-technical events. The certificates and prizes were distributed to the participants.

 

National Level Seminar “Recent trends in Tyre and Rubber Product Manufacture” – 8th November 2023

The Department of Polymer Engineering organized a seminar on “Recent Trends in Tyre and Rubber Product Manufacture” on 08.11.2023. The event aimed at providing comprehensive overview of the current state of the tyre industry focusing on market dynamics, technological advancements, industrial manufacturing process and performance. Three distinguished speakers shared their expertise, each offering a unique perspective on various aspects of tyre industry. The seminar was open to all the members of the institute.

Dr. S. Shamshath Begum, Associate Professor & HoD (i/c) the convenor of the seminar extended a warm welcome at the gathering. In her opening address, she expressed gratitude to the distinguished speakers, Mr. T. Selva Kumar, Mr. A. Sajesh Chandran, and Mr. K. Gopi. She expressed her warm welcome to the Registrar, Dr. Raja Hussain Dr. H. Siddhi Jailani, Professor & Dean, Dr. S. S. M. Abdul Majeed, Professor & admissions director, and also the participants of the seminar. Dr. N. Raja Hussain, Registrar, delivered the presidential address. He shared his insights on department activities and the importance of the seminar. Dr. S. S. M. Abdul Majeed, Director of admissions, delivered the felicitation.

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Association of Polymer Engineers Inauguration by Mr. G. Ananda Kumar, Deputy Manager, Stahl India Private limited – 05.10.2023

The Department of Polymer Engineering organized Association of Polymer Engineers inaugural function on 05.10.2023. Dr. S. Shamshath Begum, Head of the Department (i/c) welcomed the gathering and dignitaries with a warm gesture. Mr. G. Ananda Kumar, Deputy Manager, Stahl India Private limited, Chief Guest has shared the importance of industry expectations, and opportunities of polymer engineers. Dr. N. Raja Hussain, Registrar, delivered the presidential address and shared his insights on department activities platform, best practices, and encourage the exchange of ideas that will drive innovation and excellence in polymer field. Dr. H. Siddhi Jailani, Professor & Dean, delivered the felicitation. Dr. J. Shahitha Parveen, AP, coordinated the event.

 
 

Guest Lecture on “Changing Lanes: The Transformation of Transportation and the Automotive Industry” by Mr. Sandeep Kumar Shukla, Lead Engineer, Materials Technology (Polymer), Mahindra Auto Division, Chennai – 05.10.2023

Department of Polymer Engineering organized a Guest Lecture on 05th October 2023. Dr. S. Shamshath Begum, Associate Professor and HOD (i/c) welcomed the gathering. The Guest Lecture was coordinated by Dr. J. Shahitha Parveen, Assistant Professor (Sr. Gr). She introduced the speaker. Mr. Sandeep Kumar Shukla, Lead Engineer, Materials Technology (Polymer), Mahindra Auto Division, Chennai, delivered a talk on “Changing Lanes: The Transformation of Transportation and the Automotive Industry”. Students participated interacted with the speaker and industrial experience regarding the current development, technologies of Mr. Sandeep Kumar Shukla, was shared among the attendees.

 
Events 2022-23

National Level Technical Symposium “MACRON 2024”

Department of Polymer Engineering organized the National Level Technical Symposium, “MACRON 2024” on 1st March 2024. Dr. T. Murugesan, Vice Chancellor delivered the presidential address. Dr. N. Thajuddin, Pro-Vice Chancellor delivered the inaugural address, Dr. H. Siddhi Jailani, Dean (School of Mechanical Sciences) delivered the felicitation address. Dr. S. Shamshath Begum, Associate Professor and HOD (i/c) welcomed the gathering. The symposium was coordinated by Dr. J. Shahitha Parveen, Assistant Professor (Sel. Gr). Dr. R. Rajesh Babu, Divisional Head – Compound Development Apollo Tyres, Chennai was the chief guest of the National Level Technical Symposium. Student Magazine “POLYLINKS 2k24” was released by the chief guest. He delivered a talk on “Sustainability in Tyre Industries”. Students from various colleges participated in various events such as paper presentation, poster presentation, technical quiz and non-technical events. The certificates and prizes were distributed to the participants.


Seminar on “Career Opportunities for Polymer Engineers” – 27th March 2023

Department of Polymer Engineering organized a Seminar on “Career Opportunities for Polymer Engineers” on 27th March 2023. Dr. S. Shamshath Begum, Assistant Professor (Sr. Gr) and HOD (i/c) welcomed the gathering. Dr. N. Raja Hussain, Registrar, Dr. H. Siddhi Jailani, (Professor & Dean), School of Mechanical Sciences and Dr. S. S. M. Abdul Majeed, Professor & (Director Admissions) delivered the felicitations. The Seminar was coordinated by Mrs. R. Daulath Banu, Assistant Professor and she introduced the chief guest to the gathering. Mr. V. Balachandar, Chief Executive, Techcellent Engineers, Chennai was the Invited Speaker. Dr. J. Shahitha Parveen, Assistant Professor delivered the vote of thanks. More than 60 students from CIPET, Chennai and 90 students from B S A Crescent Institute were participated in the seminar. This event was published in Murasoli E paper, Makkal Ullatchi Kural and NEWS7 Tamil channel.

 
 

Technical Webinar on Automation and Industry 4.0 in Polymer Industries on 09.10.2022

Department of Polymer Engineering organized a webinar on “Automation and Industry 4.0 in Polymer Industries” by T.Nandakumar, Director, Wittmann Battenfield, India, Pvt. Ltd. on 09.10.2021.

Discussion to sign MoU with Rubber, Chemical, and Petrochemical Skill Development Council on 05.08.2022

Department of Polymer Engineering arranged a discussion with Ms.Annama Jacob Regional Manager (South), to sign MoU with Rubber, Chemical, and Petrochemical Skill Development Council on 05.08.2022


Events 2021-22

National Level Technical Symposium, “MACRON 2022” on 01.06.2022

Department of Polymer Engineering organized National Level Technical Symposium, “MACRON 2022” on 01.06.2022. Dr.Raja Hussain, Additional Registrar over the event. Dr.S.Rasool Mohideen, Dean(SMS) felicitated the event. Dr.Revathi Purushothaman, HOD welcomed the gathering. The symposium was coordinated by Mrs.R.Daulath Banu, Assistant Professor. The Chief guest of the National Level Technical Symposium was Mr. Dharm Vahalia Managing Director, Ascend Performance materials India Pvt. Ltd., South Asia. Student Magazine “POLYLINKS 2k22” was released by our chief guest. He delivered a talk on Advance Polymeric Nanomaterials and placement opportunities in various sectors. Students from various colleges participated in various events. Paper presentation, Poster presentation, Technical Quiz and Photography events were conducted and prizes were distributed to the winners.

National Level Technical Symposium, “MACRON 2022” was organized by Department of Polymer Engineering on 01.06.2022 and was published in Dinamani Newspaper.

Technical Symposium for Diploma Students on 13.05.2022

Department of Polymer Engineering organized Technical Symposium for Diploma Students on 13.05.2022. Dr.A.Azad, Registrar presided over the event. Dr.N.Raja Hussain, Additional Registrar and Dr.S.Rasool Mohideen offered their felicitation. Mr.Basanta Kumar Behera coordinated the event. Students from various parts of India such as Guwahati, Bhopal, Assam, Gwalior, Imphal, Odisha, Kerala and Chennai participated in paper presentation, poster presentation, quiz and won prizes

 

Guest lecture on “Fibre Reinforced Polymer Composites” on 17.05.2022

Department of Polymer Engineering organized a guest lecture on “Fibre Reinforced Polymer Composites (An Emerging Alternative material for Structural Application)” by Dr.Rajesh Kumar Prusty, FRP Composite Lab, Department of Metallurgic and Materials Engineering on 17.05.2022

Ecological and Environmental Science

Dr.Revathi Purushothaman, Chairperson and Dr.J.Shahitha Parveen , Convenor convened the conference session for under Theme 11- Ecological and Environmental Science Research during Indian Social Science Congress held between 28th March and 1st April 2022. Dr. Rana Pratap Singh, outstation chairman chaired the session. Scholars and faculty members from various parts of India participated and presented research papers.

Technical Webinar on Automation and Industry 4.0 in Polymer Industries on 09.10.2022

Department of Polymer Engineering organized a webinar on “Automation and Industry 4.0 in Polymer Industries” by T.Nandakumar, Director, Wittmann Battenfield, India, Pvt. Ltd. on 09.10.2021.
 

Talk on “Career Opportunities in Polymer Research”

Department of Polymer Engineering in association with Department of Chemistry organized a talk on “Career Opportunities in Polymer Research” by Dr.M.Alagar, Research Consultant, PSG group of Institutions, Coimbatore on 08.09.2021.

Webinar on “Opportunities in Polymer Research” on 15.09.2021

Department of Polymer Engineering in association with Department of Chemistry organized a webinar on “Opportunities in Polymer Research” on 15.09.2021. Dr.M.Alagar, Research Consultant, PSG group of Institutions, Coimbatore. In addition 10 Alumni of Department Polymer Engineering shared the Opportunities in Polymer Research in various sectors.

 

Webinar on “Higher studies opportunities for Polymer Engineering Graduates”

 
Department of Polymer Engineering organized a webinar on “Higher studies opportunities for Polymer Engineering Graduates” by Mr.Jayant Kumar Lodha (Ph.D scholar), IMEC( InterUniversity Microelectronics Centre), Belgium on 19.09.2020.
 

Webinar on Recent Advancements in Polymer Packaging and Career Opportunities in Packaging

 
Department of Polymer Engineering and Indian Institute of Packaging, Chennai jointly organized a webinar on 26.09.2020. Mr.N.B. Lalwani, Deputy Director and Regional Head and Mr.R.Pon Kumar, Assistant Director delivered a talk on “Recent Advancements in Polymer Packaging and Career Opportunities in Packaging”.
 

Webinar on “Employability Plus” on 10.10.2021

Department of Polymer Engineering organized a webinar on “Employability Plus” on 10.10.2021. Mr.B.Ganesh, Divisional Head-HR, Global R and D, Asia gave a talk on the recruitment preparation and various placement opportunities.

Webinar on Compound Design on gave a talk “Compound Design for general and special purpose elastomer

Department of Polymer Engineering organized a webinar on 22.05.2021. Mr. Santhanam Ganesh, Director and Head of Asia Pacific Macrochem Poland “Compound Design on gave a talk “Compound Design for general and special purpose elastomer”.

Webinar on New Developments and Innovations in Plastics Technology

Department of Polymer Engineering and Indian Plastics Institute – Chennai Student’s Chapter organized a webinar on 29.04.2020. Ms.Ranjani, Managing Director, Quality Containers, Chennai delivered a lecture on “New Developments and Innovations in Plastics Technology”
 
Events 2020-21
One day Webinar on “Employability +”

Department of Polymer Engineering organized one day Webinar on “Employability +” on 10.10.2020 at 11:00 am online using Google meet by Mr.B. Ganesh, Divisional Head-HR, Global R&D Centre Asia, Apollo Tyres Ltd, Chennai.

One day Webinar on “Recent Advancements in Polymer Packaging and Career Opportunities in Packaging”

Department of Polymer Engineering organized one day Webinar on “Recent Advancements in Polymer Packaging and Career Opportunities in Packaging” on 26.09.2020 at 3 pm with Indian Institute of Packaging – Chennai online using Google meet by Mr.N B.LALWANI Deputy Director and Regional Head of Indian Institute of Packaging, Chennai and Mr.R.Pon Kumar, Assistant Director at Indian Institute of Packaging, Chennai.

One day Webinar on “Higher Studies Opportunity for Polymer Engineering Graduates”

Department of Polymer Engineering organized one day Webinar on “Higher Studies Opportunity for Polymer Engineering Graduates” on 19th at 2.30 pm (IST) online using Google meet by Mr.Jayant Kumar Lodha.

Events 2017-18
2 days National Conference on “Sustainable Clean Water Technology SCWT17” during 21-22 Sep 2017

Department of polymer engineering and polymer nanotechnology center organized 2 days National Conference on “Sustainable Clean Water Technology SCWT17” during 21-22 Sep 2017 at B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science & Technology

Events 2016-17
One day workshop on “Composite design” and “Paper Presentation” during Crestech 2017 on 24 – 25 March, 2017

Association of Polymer Technologist (APT) organised a one day workshop on “Composite design” and “Paper Presentation” during Crestech 2017 on 24 – 25 March, 2017. More than 50 participants and 30 teams from various technical universities and engineering institutions were participated.

Workshop on “Clean Water through Advanced and Affordable Materials” on 8th August, 2016

Department of Polymer Engineering and Polymer Nanotechnology Center organized an INDO-UK Workshop on “Clean Water through Advanced and Affordable Materials” on 8th August in Convention Centre, B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology funded by Newton, the British Council.

Events 2013-14
International Conference on “Nanomaterials: Science, Technology and Applications” during 5-7 December, 2013

Department of Polymer Engineering and Polymer Nanotechnology Center organized an International Conference on “Nanomaterials: Science, Technology and Applications” during 5-7 December, 2013 jointly with Deakin University, Australia and University Technology, MARA, Malaysia. 25 invited lectures were given by the experts from India, USA, UK, Australia, Malaysia, Brazil, South Africa and France participated.

Events 2012-13
One day National Seminar on “Advanced Materials and Composites for Marine Applications” 18th July, 2012

Department of Polymer Engineering and Polymer Nanotechnology Center organized one day National Seminar on “Advanced Materials and Composites for Marine Applications” 18th July, 2012.

Events 2010-11

The Silver Jubliee of the institution was celebrated on 12th and 13th February 2011. The Department had participated in the Inhouse Exhibition on “Major applications of Polymers in domestic and industrial applications” on 12 -13 February, 2011 in the Department. More than 1000 students participated and were benefited by knowing the latest advancement in the polymer industries.

Events 2009-10
Two days National Conference on ‘Frontiers in Polymer Nano Materials and Composites’ was organised during 18-19 March, 2010

Department of Polymer Engineering and Polymer Nanotechnology Centre organized two days National Conference on ‘Frontiers in Polymer Nano Materials and Composites’ during 18-19 March, 2010.

Events 2008-09

The Department organized a one day programme on “Catch them Young – handling of plastic waste for clean environment” for Government school children in Sep 2008. More than 800 school children participated.

Events 2005-06

The Department has organized a one day awareness programme on “Polyvision 2005” – an exposition of materials of the millenium – polymer materials and their applications in science, engineering and technology” on October 15, 2005 for the benefit of HSC students. The chief guests of honour were Mr. Krish S. Iyengar, Regional Manager, Reliance Industries Ltd., and Mr.P.B. Raman, Chief Executive, Hydro S & S Industries Ltd.

Events 2004-05
Two day national Seminar on “Emerging Trends on Biodegradable Plastics” on 15-16 September, 2004

The Department has organized two days National Seminar on “Emerging Trends on Biodegradable Plastics” during 15-16 September, 2004 at the Thaikapa Auditorium. The seminar was partly supported by All India Council for Technical Education, New Delhi and Tamil Nadu State Council for Science and Technology, Chennai. Dr. Sushil K.Verma, Director General of CIPET inaugurated the function with his introductory lecture on “Biodegradable Plastics: An alternate solution for waste management”. More than 250 across the state registered and participated in the seminar.