Crescent Sustainability Initiatives

Partnerships for the Goals (SDG 17)

Education for SDGs – Specific courses on sustainability

EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: INTEGRATING SUSTAINABILITY INTO CURRICULUM

In today’s rapidly changing world, the pursuit of sustainable development has become imperative, necessitating educational institutions to play a crucial role in equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to address complex sustainability challenges. To meet this demand, many academic institutions have introduced dedicated courses that focus on sustainability, ranging from full degree programs to elective offerings. These courses are specifically designed to align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), encouraging students to engage with key sustainability concepts and apply their learning to real-world issues.

A prime example of such integration can be found in the civil engineering department, which offers courses like “Environmental Studies” and “Water and Wastewater Engineering.” These courses are mapped to SDG 6, which emphasizes clean water and sanitation as a fundamental human right. By studying these subjects, students gain a comprehensive understanding of water management principles and engineering practices that aim to tackle urgent issues such as water scarcity and pollution. This practical education not only enhances their academic background but also prepares them for careers focused on addressing environmental challenges.

In addition to engineering, courses like “Social Entrepreneurship” within the management studies framework contribute significantly to achieving SDG 8, which focuses on decent work and economic growth. This course empowers students to create sustainable business models aimed at addressing social issues, fostering economic empowerment, and promoting social change. By integrating sustainability into the curriculum, educational institutions cultivate innovative thinkers who can align economic growth with principles of equity and social responsibility, ultimately inspiring future leaders.

Furthermore, the introduction of courses such as “Industrial Waste Water Treatment” and “Hazardous Waste Management” highlights the urgency of sustainability literacy within engineering disciplines. These courses are aligned with SDG 12, which focuses on ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns. Through education in these critical areas, students learn the significance of effective waste management and the environmental implications of industrial practices. This knowledge instills a sense of responsibility in students, equipping them with the tools needed to tackle global waste challenges in their future careers.

Interdisciplinary courses such as “Green Design and Sustainability” and “Smart Cities” emphasize the collaborative nature of addressing sustainability challenges. By encouraging students from various departments to work together, these programs foster a culture of sustainability across the institution. They ensure that future professionals are well-prepared to approach environmental, social, and technological challenges holistically. This collaborative learning environment not only enriches students’ educational experiences but also empowers them to craft innovative solutions that contribute to a more sustainable future.

In conclusion, the integration of sustainability-focused courses across diverse academic disciplines is vital for preparing a generation capable of meeting the challenges posed by the SDGs. By providing a robust foundation in sustainability principles, educational institutions contribute significantly to fostering a sustainable future. Through these dedicated courses, students not only develop academic expertise but also emerge as empowered individuals ready to make meaningful contributions to their communities and the world at large.

Table XVII (4.2) – 1: Specific Courses that address sustainability and the SDGs offered by various Departments/Schools with sample syllabus

S. No.	Name of the Course	Course Code	Mapped with SDGs	Offering Department
1	Environmental Studies	GEC 1212	11,12	Civil Engineering
2	Computer Programming II	GEC 1213	4
3	Building Construction and Practices	CEC 1212	7
4	Water and Wastewater Engineering	CED 2104	6
5	Social Entrepreneurship	MSC 3182	8	Management Studies
6	Communication and soft skill I – Career Choice	ENC 3181	4	English
7	Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures	CEC 3102	7	Civil Engineering
8	Structural Analysis – II	CEC 3211	4
9	Industrial Internship	CEC 4105	9
10	Safety in Construction	CECX 04	7,12
11	Air & Noise Pollution and Control	CECX 11	11
12	Industrial Waste Water Treatment	CECX 16	6
13	Hazardous Waste Management	CECX 17	6
14	Industrial health and Safety	CECX 20	3
15	Urban Design	CECX 21	11
16	Water proofing of RCC structures	CECX 22	6
17	Advanced Concrete Design	CECX 31	7
18	Repair and Rehabilitation of Structures	CECX 32	7,11,12
19	Housing, Planning and Management	CECX 35	9,11
20	Building Services	CECX 36	7
21	Environmental Risk Assessment	CECX 38	13
22	Earthquake Engineering	CECX 46	13
23	Ground Water Engineering	CECX 51	6
24	Environmental Impact Assessment	CECX 52	15
25	Building Information Modeling	CECX 56	7
26	Storm Water and Flood Management	CECX 59	13
27	Urban & Indoor Air Quality Management	CECX 60	11
28	Contract laws and Regulations	CECX 61	16
29	Smart Cities	CECX 62	11
30	Electrical materials and batteries	CHCX 03	7	Chemistry
31	Fuels and combustion	CHCX 05	7	Chemistry
32	Green technology	CHCX 07	7,11
33	Polymer science and technology	CHCX 09	4
34	Discrete Mathematics and Graph Theory	MACX 01	4	Maths
35	Law for Engineers	SSCX 06	16	Social Science
36	Disaster Management	GECX 101	13	Civil Engineering
37	Energy Studies	GECX 103	7, 13
38	Knowledge management	GECX 110	4
39	Vehicle Maintenance	GECX 116	7
40	Green Design and Sustainability	GECX 201	11
41	Industrial Safety	GECX 205	9
42	Advanced Materials	GECX 212	7
43	National Service Scheme	GECX 213	16
44	Automotive Pollution and Control	GECX 214	7
45	Advanced Entrepreneurship	GECX 219	8
46	Electric Vehicles	GECX 220	7
47	Introduction to Aeronautical Engineering	AEC 1211	4	Aeronautical Engineering
48	Aircraft Component Modeling & Drafting Laboratory	AEC 1212	4, 8
49	Aircraft Structure Repair Laboratory	AEC 1213	4, 8
50	Solid Mechanics	AEC 2101	4
51	Engineering Thermodynamics	AEC 2102	4
52	Fluid Mechanics	AEC 2103	6
53	Basic Electrical and Electronics Engineering	EIC 2181	4	Electronics & Instrumentation
54	Air Breathing Propulsion	AEC 2213	11	Aeronautical Engineering
55	Aircraft Systems and Instruments	AEC 2214	11
56	Solid Mechanics Laboratory	AEC 2215	4, 8
57	Propulsion Laboratory	AEC 2217	4, 8
58	Compressors and Turbines	AEC 3101	4, 8
59	Aircraft Structural Design and Analysis	AEC 3102	4, 8
60	High Speed Aerodynamics	AEC 3103	4, 8
61	Aerodynamics Laboratory	AEC 3104	4, 8
62	Aircraft Structural Analysis Laboratory	AEC 3105	4, 8
63	Rocket Propulsion	AEC 3211	4, 8
64	Flight Dynamics	AEC 3212	4, 8
65	Aircraft Materials and Processes	AEC 3213	4, 8
66	Aircraft Design Project – I	AEC 3214	4, 8
67	Avionics	AEC 4101	4, 8
68	Finite Element Method	AEC 4102	4, 8
69	UAV and MAV Systems	AEC 4103	4, 8	Aeronautical Engineering
70	Aircraft Design Project – II	AEC 4104	4, 8
71	CFD-Structural Analysis Laboratory	AEC 4105	4, 8
72	Internship	AEC 4106	9
73	Project Work	AEC 4211	4, 8
74	Optical Flow Diagnostics	AECX 01	4, 8
75	Hypersonic Aerodynamics	AECX 02	4, 8
76	Industrial Aerodynamics	AECX 03	4, 8, 9
77	Grid Generation	AECX 04	4, 8, 9
78	Wind Tunnel Model Design	AECX 05	7
79	Theory of Elasticity	AECX 06	4, 8, 9
80	Fatigue and Fracture Mechanics	AECX 07	4, 8, 9
81	Structural Analysis Tools (NASTRAN and PATRAN)	AECX 08	4, 8, 9
82	Smart Structures	AECX 09	4, 8, 9
83	Aircraft Structural Testing and Qualification	AECX 10	4, 8, 9
84	Measurement Systems	AECX 11	4, 8, 9
85	NDT techniques for Aircraft Structures	AECX 12	4, 8, 9
86	Airframe Repair and Maintenance	AECX 13	11
87	Behavior of Materials at High Temperatures	AECX 14	4, 8, 9
88	Heat Transfer	AECX 15	4, 8, 9
89	Advanced Propulsion Systems	AECX 16	4, 8, 9
90	Micro Propulsion	AECX 17	4, 8, 9
91	Cryogenics	AECX 18	4, 8, 9
92	Air Traffic Control and Aerodrome Design	AECX 19	4, 8, 9
93	Aviation Rules and Regulation	AECX 20	4, 8, 9
94	Experimental Aerodynamics	AECX 21	4, 8, 9
95	Computational Fluid Dynamics	AECX 22	4, 8, 9
96	Viscous Flows	AECX 23	4, 8, 9
97	Aero-acoustics	AECX 24	4, 8, 9
98	Wind Engineering	AECX 25	13
99	Composite Materials and Structures	AECX 26	4, 8, 9
100	Experimental Techniques For Aircraft Structures	AECX 27	4, 8, 9
101	Vibration and Aero Elasticity	AECX 28	4, 8, 9
102	Hyper Mesh	AECX 29	4, 8, 9
103	Combustion	AECX 30	4, 8, 9
104	Rockets and Missiles	AECX 31	4, 8, 9
105	Aircraft Cooling Systems	AECX 33	4, 8, 9

Sample Syllabus denoting the specific courses on sustainability

GECX101	DISASTER MANAGEMENT	L	T	P	C
SDG 13		3	0	0	3
OBJECTIVES:
To introduce the concept of various environmental hazards and its management measures. To give exposure on the natural disasters causes and prevention strategies. To give exposure on various man-made disasters causes and prevention strategies. To make them understand the different segments of disaster management. To introduce the concept of different relief measures to be adopted in the time of disaster. To give exposure to various environmental policies & programs in India for disaster management
MODULE I	ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS				7
Environmental hazards, Environmental Disasters and Environmental stress- Meaning and concepts. Vulnerability and disaster preparedness.
MODULE II	NATURAL DISASTERS				7
Natural hazards and Disasters – Volcanic Eruption, Earthquakes, Tsunamis, Landslides, Cyclones, Lightning, Hailstorms, Floods, Droughts, Cold waves, Heat waves and Fire.
MODULE III	MAN-MADE DISASTERS				7
Man induced hazards & Disasters – Soil Erosion, Chemical hazards, Population Explosion
MODULE IV	DISASTER MANAGEMENT				8
Emerging approaches in Disaster Management- Preparing hazard zonation maps, Predictability / forecasting & warning, Preparing disaster preparedness plan, Land use zoning, Communication. Disaster resistant house construction, Population reduction in vulnerable areas, Awareness – Rescue training for search & operation at national & regional level – Immediate relief, Assessment surveys, Political, Administrative, Social, Economic, Environmental Aspects.
MODULE V	NATURAL DISASTER REDUCTION & MANAGEMENT	8
Provision of Immediate relief measures to disaster affected people, Prediction of Hazards & Disasters, Measures of adjustment to natural hazards
MODULE VI	ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES & PROGRAMMES IN INDIA	8
Regional survey of Land Subsidence, Coastal Disaster, Cyclonic Disaster & Disaster in Hills with particular reference to India. Ecological planning for sustainability & sustainable development in India, Sustainable rural development: A Remedy to Disasters, Role of Panchayats in Disaster mitigations, Environmental policies & programmes in India- Institutions & National Centers for Natural Disaster reduction, Environmental Legislations in India, Awareness, Conservation Movement, Education & training.
Total Hours –45
REFERENCES:
Satender, “Disaster Management in Hills”, Concept Publishing , New Delhi, 2003. Singh, B. (Ed.), “Environmental Geography”, Heritage Publishers, New Delhi,1990. Savinder Singh, “Environmental Geography”, Prayag Pustak Bhawan,1997. Kates, I. and White, G.F., “The Environment as Hazards”, Oxford University Press, New York, 1978. Gupta, K., (Ed), “Disaster Management”, University Press, India, 2003. Singh, B.,“Space Technology for Disaster Mitigation in India (INCED)”, University of Tokyo, 1994. Bhandani, K., “An overview on Natural & Manmade Disaster & their Reduction”, IIPA Publication, CSIR, New Delhi, 1994. Gupta, M.C., “Manuals on Natural Disaster management in India”, National Centre for Disaster Management, IIPA Publication, New Delhi, 2001.
OUTCOMES:
At the end of the course, the students will be able to Describe the origin, changes and management of environmental Develop the knowledge on natural Develop the knowledge on man-made disasters. Discuss the different segments of disaster Explain the concept of different disaster relief Achieve sufficient knowledge on the National Policy on Disaster
SDG 13 : Climate change is a crisis that will affect every part of society, and every country. Universities need to be at the forefront of action to reduce the impact of climate change, especially amongst the poorest who will be the most affected.

CED 2104	WATER AND WASTEWATER ENGINEERING	L	T	P	C
SDG: 6		3	0	2	4
COURSE OBJECTIVES: The objectives of the course are to impart knowledge on
COB1: The population forecasting, water sources, intake structures, water quality and its treatment
COB2: The advanced water treatment methods, water storage facilities and distribution network
COB3: The sewerage systems, estimation of wastewater flows & storm runoff, wastewater characterization and its primary treatment
COB4: The secondary treatment of wastewater
COB5: The methods for wastewater disposal & sludge handling.
MODULE I	WATER TREATMENT				9
Design Period – Population forecasting – Types of water demand -Sources of water – Intakes – Characteristics of water – Standards for drinking water – Principle, function and design of water treatment units – sedimentation, coagulation & flocculation, Filtration – theory & principle of disinfection methods.
MODULE II	ADVANCED WATERTREATMENT, STORAGE & DISTRIBUTION				9
Water softening – Iron, Manganese and Phosphorus removal, Defluoridation – Desalination – Membrane filtration – Water storage facilities – Distribution networks & analysis.
MODULE III	PRIMARY TREATMENT OF WASTEWATER				9
Sewerage systems – Sewage flow estimation – Storm runoff estimation – Sewer materials – Hydraulics of flow in sewer – Sewer appurtenances – Characteristics of sewage – Unit operations and processes – Primary treatment – Principles, functions and design of sewage treatment units – Screens – Grit chamber.
MODULE IV	SECONDARY TREATMENT OF WASTEWATER				9
Introduction to Aerobic and Anaerobic treatment process – Functions and design of Activated sludge process and trickling filter – Principles and functions of Membrane Bioreactor, Sequential batch reactor, Waste stabilisation pond, UASB reactor – Onsite sanitation – septic tanks
MODULE V	WASTEWATER DISPOSAL & SLUDGE TREATMENT	9
Standards for disposal into water bodies – Self-purification of river – Oxygen sag curve – Sewage farming and methods – Sludge thickening & Digestion – Biogas recovery – Sludge conditioning and Dewatering – Sludge drying bed.
PRACTICALS
List of experiments Determination of pH and Turbidity Determination of Dissolved oxygen Determination of Solids (Total, Suspended and Dissolved solids) Determination of Conductivity Determination of Sodium, Potassium and Calcium Determination of Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) Determination of Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) Determination of Hardness Determination of Chlorides and Residual Chlorine Determination of Optimum Coagulant Dosage by Jar Test Determination of Alkalinity Determination of Nitrate Determination of Phosphate Heavy metals determination using AAS (Demo)
L – 45; P – 30; Total Hours – 75
TEXT BOOKS:
GargSK, “Water Supply Engineering”, Khanna Publications, 27th Edition, 2015 Mackenzie L. Davis, Ph.D., P.E., BCEE. Water and Wastewater Engineering: Design Principles and Practice, Second Edition (McGraw-Hill Education: New York, 2020 Metcalf and Eddy, “Wastewater Engineering Treatment, Disposal and Reuse”, Tata McGraw Hill, 2007 Modi.P.N., “Sewage Treatment and Disposal and Wastewater Engineering”, Standard Book House, New Delhi, 2008
COURSE OUTCOMES: At the end of the course the student will be able to
CO1: forecast population, estimate quantity of water demand, characterize water quality and design treatment units
CO2: describe advanced treatments for water, water storage facilities and analyze distribution network
CO3: explain the sewerage systems, estimate wastewater flows & storm runoff, characterize quality of wastewater and design the primary wastewater treatment units
CO4:describe the secondary treatment of wastewater
CO5: describe the methods for wastewater disposal & sludge handling.
Board of Studies (BoS) : 16th BoS of Civil held on 05.01.2022.			Academic Council: 18th Academic Council held on 24.02.2022

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Note: L – Low Correlation M -Medium Correlation H – High Correlation

SDG No.6 : Clean Water and Sanitation

The understanding of water and wastewater treatment leads to the development of sustainable technologies for treatment and management of water and wastewater.

CSCX 167	CYBER LAWS AND ETHICS	L	T	P	C
SDG 16		2	0	0	2
OBJECTIVES :
To give awareness about the building blocks of Cyber crime. To learn about the ethical values of Internet To learn the theoretical and practical aspects of cyber law To provide an insight knowledge on Intellectual property rights To explore the Computer Security concepts To acquire the knowledge of various Case laws relating to IT
MODULE I	INTRODUCTION				10
Cyber crime – Categories – kinds– Internet Security- Computer Security and legal aspects– Copyright – Cyber Space Jurisdiction.
MODULE II	CYBER LAW				10
Internet Governance- IT ACT – Scope and Application – Cyber Contraventions- Adjudication- Appellate Tribunal and Offences -Case laws relating to IT ACT.
MODULE III	CYBER ETHICS				10
Internet and ethical values – Ethics of blogging-Facebook threat– Free speech and content controls in cyber space – Intellectual property in cyber space.
L – 30;TOTAL HOURS-30
REFERENCES :
1.	Sushma Arora and Raman Arora, ―Cyber Crimes & Laws‖, Taxmann Publications, ISBN: 9789350719879, 2016.
2.	Richard A. Spinello, ―Cyber Ethics-Morality and Law in cyberspace‖, Jones and Bartlett Learning, 6th Edition, ISBN: 9781284081398, 2017.
3.	Joan Ruttenberg, Paige von Mehren and Julie Yen ―, The OPIA Insider‘s Guide to Intellectual Property And Cyberlaw‖, Bernard Koteen Office of Public Interest Advising Harvard Law School, 7th Edition, ISBN: 978813170205, 2013.

OUTCOMES :

Students who complete this course will be able to

Comprehend the concepts and categories of cyber crime
Design and implement ethical laws for Internet
Develop skills of using IT ACT for solving practical problems.
Apply the appropriate ethics while using social networks
Analyze the importance of Intellectual property in cyber space.
Identify the appropriate laws and ethics required to secure computers.

SDG 16:The rule of law and development have a significant interrelation and are mutually reinforcing, making it essential for sustainable development at the national and international level.

AUC X33	POWER PLANT ENGINEERING	L	T	P	C
SDG 7		3	0	0	3
OBJECTIVES:
Know the functions of various auxiliary combustion equipment Understand the thermal power plant systems. Familiarize with operation of nuclear, Diesel and gas turbine power Plants. Familiarize with renewable energy sources and power plant economics.
MODULE I	FUEL COMBUSTION EQUIPMENTS				8
Types of combustion, stokers, fuel and ash handling equipments. Draft – forced, induced and balanced drafts. Selection of fans. Heat recovery equipmentseconomisers, air preheaters and reheaters, different types of superheaters and desuperheaters. Emission control, flue gas cleaning, particulate and gaseous emission control methods.
MODULE II	THERMAL POWER PLANT SYSTEMS				8
Steam generators – forced circulation, high-pressure boilers and super critical boilers, fluidized bed boiler, boiler accessories and mountings. Boiler testing. Condensers: Different types, design factors, air removal, performance calculation. Cooling towers – natural and mechanical draft types.
MODULE III	NUCLEAR POWER PLANTS				7
General nuclear fuels used in reactors, elements of nuclear reactor, moderator, control rods, coolants, description of different types of reactors. Radiation hazards, radioactive waste disposal.
MODULE IV	DIESEL AND GAS TURBINE POWER PLANTS				7
Diesel power plant – Classifications, components, selection of engine type. Gas turbine plant – closed and open cycles. Combined power cycles
MODULE V	RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES				8
Solar energy – measurement, methods of utilization, flat plate and concentrating collectors, water heater, air driers, photovoltaic cell. Wind energy – Horizontal and vertical axis wind turbines. Geothermal plants, tidal power plant, biomass and biogas plants, OTEC plants.
MODULE VI	POWER PLANT ECONOMICS	7
Plant load factor and utilization factor, cost economics – Tariff rates, demand changes, load distributions. Energy conservation and audit. Maintenance aspects of power plants.
Total Hours – 45
TEXT BOOKS:
P.K, “Power Plant Engineering”, Tata McGraw Hill, New Delhi, 3rd edition, 2008. Arora.S.C and Domkundwar.S, “Power Plant Engineering”, Dhanpat Rai & Sons, New Delhi, 2001.
OUTCOMES:
The student should be able to Analyze various sub-systems in power plant. Design the power plant sub-system. Analyze entire power plants and its efficiency. Design and develop low cast power plant components.
SDG 7: We are exploring how universities promote and support clean energy, both through research, outreach, and also in their own behaviour and usage.

BLDX 002	HEALTH LAW	L	T	P	C
SDG 3		3	1	0	4
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this course, the students will be able to : The Health Law is designed to look into the essential aspects of Right to Health and its implications in the present legal system The problems that are recently encountered in attributing the right to health are modern challenges of biotechnology, patenting etc. Though health is a State subject, it is an imperative that the students are familiar with the basic aspects of Health and healthcare and essential role of state in formulating legal norms and principles for institutionalizing the health care delivery throughout the nation. The course is designed to provide a better platform for the students to recognize key legal issues in health sector To make them understand the need for possible solutions for the reformation of the sector.
MODULE I	INTRODUCTION				12
Concept of health – Different Systems of Medicine- – Right to health and Role of State- Healthcare as a state function – Human Rights perspective of health – International human rights documents on Health- WHO- Indian Constitutional perspective on health – Role of Law Reforming Commissions and Committees on health- Role of Indian Judiciary in securing right to health
MODULE II	RIGHTS AND DUTIES IN HEALTHCARE: ETHICAL AND MORAL CONSIDERATIONS				12
Doctor- Patient Relationship- Rights and Duties of Practitioners and Healthcare Service providers- Healthcare Models- Medical Ethical theories: Hedonism, Utilitarianism, Intuitionism, Emotive theory, Moral and non-moral actions – Professional Ethics and standards- Professional Negligence & Abuse- Issues of Confidentiality -Relevance of Consent- Informed Consent – Laws on Healthcare Service Providers- Clinical Establishments Act 2010- Liability under Tort and Contract- Consumer laws on health services- Judicial Expositions

MODULE III	MEDICAL LAWS IN INDIA	12
General Laws – Medical Profession – National Commissions on all forms of Medicine – All Laws related to Medical Council- Central Council Act- Dental Council- Nursing Council -Pharmacy Council- Rehabilitation Council of India Act, 1992- and other statutory councils in healthcare Other Allied Medical Laws – Drug & Cosmetics- Magic Remedies Act- Narcotics & Psychotropic substances act- – Organ transplantation, Neo-Natal Care Laws- Mental Health – Disabled – old age, geriatric care – Medico- legal perspectives and judicial response- Epidemic Diseases Act
MODULE IV	RIGHT TO HEALTH: LEGAL PERSPECTIVES	12
Criminal Law and health- Relevant provisions of Evidence Act and IPC as applicable to the medical and healthcare professionals Environment Protection Laws and Health- Food laws and health measures- Occupational health Laws- Labour Legislations- Maternity Benefits Act- Health of Women & Children
MODULE V	CONTEMPORARY CHALLENGES IN HEALTH LAW	12
New Dimensions & Challenges in Health- New Drugs & Drug Validation- Clinical Trials- Biotechnology- Use & Abuse- Legal and ethical implications of stem cell research and therapy, cloning and genomic medical interventions, impact of genetic engineering in healthcare, patenting life forms- Patents and medical & surgical procedures- Novel Epidemics Diseases- Surrogacy etc. – Bio medical waste Management- Health insurance L:45; T:15; TOTAL HOURS – 60
REFERENCES A. ACTS The Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 The Drugs and Magic Remedies Act, 1955 The Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 Indian Medicine Central Council Act The Transplantation of Human Organs Act, 1994 Infant Milk Substitutes, Feeding Bottles and Infant Foods (Regulation of Production, Supply and Distribution Act, 1992 Maternity Benefits Act, 1961.

OUTCOMES :

On successful completion of this course, the students must be able to :

Familiarize and understand different areas of health law and related social
Examine the problems in identifying the legal and ethical obligations of doctors, patients and such other allied professionals and to provide plausible remedies for the same
To understand related provisions under constitution and other health related laws in framing the jurisprudence of
Analyse the applicability of medical laws in the day-to-day life
To familiarize public health and the related attributes of human rights

SDG 3: Ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being at all ages is essential to sustainable development. There is an urgent need to fully eradicate a wide range of diseases and address many different persistent and emerging health issues.

CAD 8106	SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP	L	T	P	C
SDG 8		3	0	0	3
OBJECTIVES:
To understand the fit between individual and their entrepreneurial To identify the customers and find a problem worth solving. To create a business model for solving the problems of customer, forming solution and present the Business Model Canvas To develop a solution for customers’ problem and analyze the problem solution fit & product market fit. To build and demonstrate a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) for startup. To analyze and understand the impact of social entrepreneurship on society and cases.

MODULE I	SELF & OPPORTUNITY DISCOVERY	9
Finding the flow, Effectuation, Entrepreneurial Style, Business Opportunities, Problem Identification, Design Thinking, Potential solutions, Presentation of the problem- Case Study
MODULE II	CUSTOMER , SOLUTION AND BUSINESS MODEL	9
Customers and Markets, Identification of Customer Segment, Niche Segment, Customers Jobs, Pain and Gain, Early Adopters, Value Proposition Canvas, Basics of Business Model and Lean Canvas, Risk and Assumptions.
MODULE III	VALIDATION AND MONEY	9
Blue Ocean Strategy, Solution Demo, Problem – Solution Fit, Minimum Viable Product- Product Market Fit, Prototype – Case Study. Cost, Revenues, Pricing, Profitability Checks, Bootstrapping, Initial Financing and Pitching.
MODULE IV	TEAM BUILDING, MARKETING, SALES& SUPPORT	9
Shared Leadership, Hiring, Fitment , Team Role and Responsibilities , collaboration Tools and Techniques, Positioning and Branding, Channels – Sales Planning, Selling Skills, Project Management, Project Tracking, Basic of Business Regulation, Startup.
MODULE V	IMPACT OF SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP ON SOCIETIES AND CASES	9
Impact of Social Entrepreneurship, NGO vs For-Profit Companies vs. Social Entrepreneurship. Procedures for registration of small scale industry, Overview of venture capital and angel investment, Social entrepreneurship report preparation by students. Case Study of Social Entrepreneurs
Total Periods- 45

TEXT BOOKS

Entrepreneurship Rajeev Roy oxford, 2012
Learn wise platform – Wadhwani Foundation, 2018
“Social Entrepreneurship and Social Business” Christine K Volkmann, Springer Gabler 2012
The Process of social value creation: A multiple case study on Social Entrepreneurship in India, Archana Singh Springer 2016

REFERENCES

Social Entrepreneurship” Manuel London, Routlege, 2012
The Process of social value creation: A multiple case study on Social Entrepreneurship in India, Archana Singh Springer 2016
“Anatomy of Business Plan” – Linda Pinson, OMIM publication, Seventh Edition, 2008

OUTCOMES:

On completion of the course, students will be able to

Build an entrepreneurial mindset and reach out the customer to identify the problem using design thinking process
Craft solution to the problem through value proposition canvas and develop a business model using lean canvas
Provide product solution demo and deliver a minimum viable product
Work as a team and create brand strategy marketing for product/service
Prepare, make an outstanding sale pitch for
Showcase the impact of Social Entrepreneurship on society and

SDG 8: The rise of precarious employment, modern slavery, and uneven growth has created threats to a sustainable future. Universities as employers can lead the way, as teachers can educate for the future, and as innovators can develop new and fairer ways of working.

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Policy for Partnerships for the Goals

Issue: 04; Revised on 2023

Policy Created on	July 2009
1^st Revision amended on	IQAC Meeting held on 27^th October 2017
2^nd Revision amended on	IQAC Meeting held on 31^st March 2021
3^rd Revision amended on	IQAC Meeting held on 16^th June 2023

17.1. OBJECTIVE

The primary objective of this policy is to establish and strengthen partnerships among universities, government bodies, NGOs, and the private sector to promote sustainable development through collaborative efforts, knowledge sharing, and resource mobilisation.

17.2 STATEMENT OF POLICY

The following metrics and indicators will guide the implementation of this policy.

Research into Partnerships for the Goals: Increase the proportion of academic publications co-authored with low or lower-middle-income countries to foster global collaboration.
Relationships to Support the Goals: Develop mechanisms to gather data on SDG progress and promote best practices through cross-sectoral dialogue.
Publication of SDG Reports: Institutions must commit to publishing data on their performance against each of the 17 SDGs, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Education for SDGs: Ensure a commitment to meaningful education around the SDGs across all university programs relevant to all students.
Collaboration for SDG Best Practices: Engage in international collaboration to review and develop best practices for tackling the SDGs.

17.3 RESPONSIBILITIES

Establish Collaborative Frameworks:
- Create Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with local and international organizations, NGOs, and government agencies to formalise partnerships.
- Engage in joint research initiatives that align with SDGs
Enhance Sustainability Literacy:
- Integrate sustainability concepts into the curriculum across all disciplines, ensuring that students acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and values to contribute to sustainable development.
- Implement workshops and training sessions for faculty and students to enhance understanding of the SDGs and their interconnections.
Promote Cross-Sectoral Dialogue:
- Organize annual conferences and seminars that bring together stakeholders from academia, industry, and government to discuss progress, challenges, and innovative solutions related to the SDGs.
- Facilitate platforms for knowledge exchange, such as webinars and collaborative projects, to share best practices and successful case studies.
Monitor and Evaluate Partnerships:
- Develop a robust monitoring and evaluation framework to assess the effectiveness of partnerships and their contributions to achieving the SDGs.
- Utilize data collected from partnerships to inform policy decisions and improve collaborative efforts.

17.4 IMPLEMENTATION

Short-term (1-2 years): Establish partnerships, integrate sustainability literacy into the curriculum, and initiate cross-sectoral dialogues.
Medium-term (3-5 years): Expand collaborative research projects, publish annual SDG reports, and evaluate the impact of partnerships.
Long-term (5+ years): Foster a culture of sustainability within the institution and the community, ensuring ongoing commitment to the SDGs.

17.5 DISSEMINATION OF POLICY

. A. Signage and Visual Communication

Campus Signage:
- Display clear and informative signage throughout the campus highlighting key aspects of the Partnerships for the Goals policy, focusing on sustainability practices.
- Utilize engaging visuals and infographics that effectively capture attention and communicate important messages.

B. Awareness Programs

Regular Workshops and Seminars:
- Conduct awareness programs at regular intervals, including workshops, seminars, and training sessions to educate the campus community about the importance of partnerships for sustainability.
- Use interactive formats to promote engagement, encourage dialogue, and facilitate knowledge sharing among participants.
Student and Faculty Involvement:
- Involve students and faculty in planning and executing awareness programs, fostering a sense of ownership and responsibility towards the policy’s implementation.
- Encourage student-led initiatives that promote collaboration and sustainability practices across campus.

C. Digital Communication

Website Updates:
- Post the Partnerships for the Goals policy on the Institute’s official website, ensuring easy access for all stakeholders.
- Regularly update the webpage with new information regarding events, initiatives, and progress related to the policy.
Social Media Engagement:
- Utilize social media platforms to raise awareness about the policy, share success stories, and promote upcoming events related to partnerships and sustainability.
- Create engaging content, including videos, infographics, and testimonials, to reach a broader audience and enhance visibility.

D . Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Track the effectiveness of dissemination strategies through metrics.

17.6 ENFORCEMENT OF POLICY

a) The Dean of Schools and Head of the Departments monitor compliance and address breaches.

b) Awareness of the policy among students, staff, and visitors is essential.

c) Breaches may lead to disciplinary action per the Institute’s code of conduct.

REGISTRAR

SDG 17 – Policy for Partnerships for the Goals

Internal Quality Assurance Cell

Crescent Sustainability Initiatives

Partnerships for the Goals (SDG 17)

EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: INTEGRATING SUSTAINABILITY INTO CURRICULUM

Sample Syllabus denoting the specific courses on sustainability

Policy for Partnerships for the Goals

EDUCATION FOR SDGS: SPECIFIC COURSES ON SUSTAINABILITY

ADMISSIONS

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CONNECT

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WHY CRESCENT?

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