Dr.S.Arumugam has been working as Principal in GRT Institute of Engineering and Technology, Tiruttani since 2013. He obtained B.E degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Bangalore University, Bangalore. Later, he did his M.E degree in Power Electronics and Industrial Drives from Sathyabama University, Chennai. He also received his Ph.D degree in the area of Inverter based Induction Heating systems from Bharath University, Chennai in 2011. He has more than 20 years of teaching experience in various engineering colleges. He has been the chief Superintendent of Anna university examinations since 2009. Dr. S. Arumugham held various admin positions like Dean in academics, administration and examination in various engineering colleges. He delivered special Guest Lectures at various engineering colleges in the field of Electrical, Electronics, High Voltage, Renewable Energy systems and Industrial Automation etc. He organized various National and Internal conferences at Ganadipathy Tulsi’s Jain Engineering college and GRT Institute of Engineering and Technology. He is a life member of Indian Society of Technical Education (ISTE), and International Association of Engineers (IAE). He published more than 40 Research Oriented Technical Papers in National and International Journals.With his able guidance, 3 Research scholars obtained their Prestigious Ph.D degrees. He published Text books on Electrical Machines and Basic Electrical and Electronics Engineering. 

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What are the key factors that keep you connected with the education sector?

“Academic service, student upliftment and passion connects me with the education sector”

Academic Service is akin to the Service of God. We uplift the students through the light of wisdom. They can attain Self-content because of selfless service.

What are the plans that you are currently designing for the institute's international activities?

“Scientific research, future trends and industrial skills for students are planned by us”

We encourage the faculty to do scientific research in the future trends. Motivating the faculty and the students to publish their research papers in well-reputed International Journals are planned by us. We reward the GRTIETians for their successful patents.

How do you tend to establish a healthy environment in GRT Institute of Engineering and Technology?

“Provide tranquil ambience, art sports facilities and ensure ventilated classrooms for pupils”

We provide a serene and green Campus with properly ventilated classrooms. Tranquil ambience and state of the art sports facilities which act as best stress busters for students. We always ensure a balanced relationship between the learned and the learners.

How does the institute enhance the skills of the faculty?

“Provide FDP, and motivate faculty through expert sessions organized on campus”

We conduct Faculty Development Programs periodically. Great Personalities and Scholars from divergent fields are being invited to motivate faculty through their mesmerizing speeches.

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What do you see as the greatest strengths of GRT Institute of Engineering and Technology?

“Qualified faculty, management and students are our greatest strengths”

One of the greatest strengths is everlasting support rendered by the management for academic progress. Qualified faculty and the students are other assets of campus. They nurture their science as well as academic research.

What are the challenges you faced while uplifting the quality of education?

“Lack of communication skills among decentralized background students”

Students from decentralized backgrounds with poor communication skills is a great challenge. Another one is adapting technical ideas by the students as per industrial standards. 

What can an inbound student gain from studying in GRT Institute of Engineering and Technology?

“Soft skills, knowledge, and technical knowledge are acquired by each student in our campus”

Attainment of soft-skills along with core-skills are accessed by a pupil. We see a constant urge in the hearts of the students to update and upgrade their skills. Knowledge, wisdom and interest to serve the society nurture the nature of pupils. 

How does your college welcome students of different economic backgrounds?

“Maintain healthy relationships, and value education to all students without any economic background”

Inculcation of value education among all the students is our primary aim. We motivating the students to be fair and not to be judgemental in maintaining healthy relationships.

What is the top priority of your college for the next 3 or 5 years?

“To impart quality education for students is the top priority for upcoming years”

One of our top priorities is to become top among the best academic excellences in Tamil Nadu specifically. We also provide value education to the economically weaker sections of the society.

How do you tend to establish a healthy relationship in GRT Institute of Engineering and Technology?

“To maintain fraternal relationships and quality interaction with faculty assist us to maintain a healthy environment” 

We maintain a fraternal relationship among the students. Our campus ensures quality interaction between faculty and students for fulfilling the academic thirst of the students.

Have you introduced any new programs at your college and give us a brief highlight of the same?

“Artificial intelligence, data science and other programs are introduced on campus”

Our campus gives new programs for students in the upcoming years. Artificial Intelligence and Data Science are unveiled in GRTIET for catering the demands of modern industries. 

Any suggestions do you like to give for the aspiring students?

“Work hard, achieve your dream and learn new skills”

Never allow the fire in your belly to blink and get doused off. Always work hard and learn new skills. 

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What was your vision for upcoming years? How far are you from achieving it or have you Achieved?

“Necessity of education for students is our primary aim”

Uplifting the academic interest of the students from the rural areas of Tiruvallur and Vellore districts is our primary aim. Most of the people from these two districts were educationally backward. We have helped the people realize the necessity of education as an important tool in bringing them up in social progress.