VIT Jaipur: Er. Dhiraj Singh, Vice-Principal

Er. Dhiraj Singh is currently working as vice principal of Vivekananda Institute of Technology Jaipur. He is a very young, dynamic, and enthusiastic person who believes in the overall development of the students. He has done his graduation and post-graduation in electrical engineering. And also serving as HOD in the Department of electrical engineering. He has 7 years of experience in academics and administration. He is also a member of the ISTE, IEEE. He has transformed VIT Jaipur concerning Placements, Academics, research & development.

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How is the University tackling the operational challenges posed by COVID?

“The impact of COVID-19 has been transformative that scrambles the education system”

The pandemic that has destroyed economies around the world has also battered education systems in developing and developed countries. VIT Jaipur has been tackling all the challenges that came after COVID in the best possible manner since the very beginning of the pandemic. Universities adopted online operations very fast so that their students do not suffer. All the finance-related work was already in online mode. University has introduced its assessment tool for the exams, mid-terms, final exams which are very fast and convenient to students and faculty. VGU has seen remarkable growth during this pandemic while other universities are still struggling in various operations. VIT Jaipur also has a very good presence on social media.

What are the challenges of distance learning amid the pandemic?

“To ensure continuous education for students even during the pandemic through distance learning”

The challenges of distance learning amid the pandemic consist of adaptation of the virtual classes, communication with the faculty and classmates, time management, over workload, and different types of distraction. Students are physically away from the classroom environment. It is really difficult to convert the virtual classroom to the physical classroom. However at VIT Jaipur, we have developed an interactive online teaching learning process to hold the interest of students

How do you ensure the quality of education in online mediums?

“A well-coordinated and experienced team with well-equipped facilities to provide online classes”

We are living in a world full of technology. Due to the presence of various technological mediums, we can help the students by providing them with the facilities of distance learning. Distance learning allows the students to pursue education from their homes. The disruptions from the latest COVID-19 pandemic have escalated its importance even further.

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What will be the impact of COVID on the industry 5 years down the line?

“Pandemic has had a vast impact on the interest of the students”

There will be a drastic change especially in the education sector after the pandemic some of the changes are listed below

Students will prefer online education in various subjects.
Institutes will provide both options to students whether he/she wants to attend physical classes or online.
Jobs in online operations will increase and people will be more technology-friendly.
Various urgent meetings will be called online and monitoring will be easy.
Student's and universities' approaches will be broad as they can contact foreign experts and universities.
IT industry work from home culture will be adopted.

How does the program ensure that students are being prepared for the future?

“To make students familiar with the changing demands of the industries”

The program would prepare the students for the future by creating an innovative workplace. Five essential conditions for creating an innovative workplace. The conditions include dedicated time for creative projects, rewarding innovation, and divergent ideas, empowering employees to make decisions, allowing for failure, and measuring what matters most. Students will begin to see learning as a process, rather than a finite learning experience. These five types of learning experiences that would facilitate this transition consist of Project-based learning, Artificial intelligence, Maker education and coding, Place-based learning, and Entrepreneurial skills and courses.

How do you tend to build an industry connected with this program?

“To bridge the gap between the practical and theoretical skills of students”

The collaboration between the University and Industry requires the best management. In certain technological fields, universities may face brain drain if they do not proactively collaborate with industry. At the top of many people’s minds is the keen interest of industry in recruiting academic experts in fields like artificial intelligence, data science, and other hot technologies.

What are your views on the hybrid education model?

“Hybrid Education model is the best model of the Future”

Hybrid instruction refers to classes that are a planned blend of both traditional classroom instruction and online learning activities. It is the combination of types of education systems. Students make a meaningful connection with their instructors, as well as other students. Nowadays many companies are following the concept of the Hybrid Model. It is the best for the educational institutes also as it would blend the positive effects of traditional as well as online learning.

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What are the benefits and career options after pursuing a B.Tech course?

“B.Tech opens an array of scopes for students in various fields”

B.Tech is the most popular graduation course that opens innumerable opportunities for students. It gives freedom to students and allows them to pursue either engineering or any other stream of their choice. An engineering degree teaches students problem-solving techniques. This is the most useful technique that helps students in every field of life. The most suitable career options available in front of B.Tech graduates are as follows: