Coorg Institute of Technology

Shaping your Tomorrow: Essential Life Lessons for a Strong Future
2026-03-03 09:30 - 16:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
Resource Person: Col C P Muthanna (Retd)
Army Officer and Environmentalist
Col. C. P. Muthanna presenting a souvenir featuring the poem “If” by Rudyard Kipling to the Principal, Dr. M. Basavaraj, to inspire and motivate the students.

Col. C. P. Muthanna addressing the students, encouraging them to lead a safe, sincere, and hardworking life while planning their future responsibly

Yoga and Mental Health Guidance
2026-03-03 09:30 - 16:30 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
Resource Person: Ms. Lochana Bopanna
Counsellor and Yoga Therapist
Virya Foundation, Gonikoppal
Ms. Lochana Bopanna delivering an insightful talk to students on the significance of mental health and the need for awareness and self-care

First-year engineering students being guided to practice simple yogic practices on a daily basis.

From Blueprint to Battlefield: Role of Engineers in Defence
2026-03-02 09:30 - 17:00 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
Resource Person: Dr Jayaprakash Rao
Former Chief PRO, ADA,Bangalore &DRDO
Ministry of Defence, Govt of India, New Delhi
Resource Person Dr Jayaprakash Rao, Former Chief PRO, ADA, Bangalore &DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Govt of India, New Delhi addressing the first year engineering students on the pivotal role of engineers in the field of defence

A Benevolent Gesture: Dr Jayaprakash Rao presenting a Souvenir to the Principal Dr. M. Basavaraj

Communication Skills and Techniques for Professional Success
2026-03-02 09:30 - 16:30 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
Resource Person: Mr. Gautham
Content Head, Quiklrn Communication Software Lab, Bangalore

Mr. Gautham addressing the students on the importance and uses of communication, and how language laboratories enhance communication skills.

Inauguration of Certification Course on Deep Learning using PyTorch and TensorFlow
2026-01-27 09:30 - 17:00 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, under the AVINYAM Student Association, inaugurated a six-day certification course on “Deep Learning using PyTorch and TensorFlow” on 27th January 2026 at the 3rd Floor AI & ML Lab, in association with Thaniya Technologies, Mangaluru. The inaugural session was graced by Mr. Shailesh Shetty S, Director of Thaniya Technologies, as the Chief Guest, and Mr. Srinivas P. M, Chief Technology Officer of Thaniya Technologies, as the Guest of Honour. The function was presided over by Dr. M. Basavaraj, Principal, CIT. The program aimed to equip students with practical knowledge of deep learning frameworks and their real-world applications. The session marked the beginning of an intensive learning experience focused on emerging technologies and industry-relevant skills. The department expresses its sincere gratitude to the dignitaries and industry experts for their support and guidance in making the inauguration a successful and enriching event.

five-day hands-on workshop on “GenAI: Transforming Data into Innovation”
2025-12-24 - 2025-12-28 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department organized a five-day hands-on workshop on “GenAI: Transforming Data into Innovation” from 24/12/2025 to 28/12/1025. The workshop was conducted by Mr. Vaishak C, an expert in Artificial Intelligence and Data-driven Innovations. They encouraged participants to actively engage in the sessions to gain practical insights into the rapidly evolving field of AI.

CAREER GUIDANCE PROGRAM – “FUTURE FOCUS”
2025-12-01 10:30 - 16:00 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department under the banner of TECHNOVA – Students’ Association, organized a Career Guidance Program titled “Future Focus” on Monday, December 1st, 2025, at 10:30 AM in the Second Floor Seminar Hall. The event aimed to enlighten students on emerging career opportunities, industry expectations, and the skills required to excel in the rapidly evolving technology sector. The session began with a warm welcome extended to all the dignitaries, faculty members, and students by the members of Technova. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from pre-final year and final-year students of the department. The resource person for the program was Mr. Sooraj K Babu, Scientist at Dr. Moopen’s iNEST, and Founder of NueBiom Labs and an AgriTech Startup. Dr. M Basavaraj , Principal, Prof.Daina K K, HOD and Prof. Kirthan K M, Coordinator, Technova were also present on the stage during formal function.

Student Development Program on “Fundamentals Of Data Structures”
2025-12-01 - 2025-12-03 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department organized three days Student Development Program on “Fundamentals Of Data Structures” from 1st December 2025 to 3rd December 2025. The program was organized for second year students. The resource persons of the event was Dr. M S Sunitha Patel, Assistant Professor, Dept. of CS&E SJCE, Mysuru and Prof. Ambika V, Assistant Professor, Dept. of CS&E (Data Science) ATMECE, Mysuru.

Assisting the Marketing of Rural Produce
2025-11-29 09:30 - 16:30 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department organized an Outreach Programme titled “Assisting the Marketing of Rural Produce” at Kaveri Nisaradhama, Kushalnagar on Saturday, 29th November 2025. The programme was conducted for the students of 3rd and 4th year with the objective of creating awareness about rural entrepreneurship and providing practical exposure to the methods of marketing locally produced goods.

SCR - An Heritage Tour
2025-11-29 08:00 - 17:00 | Parassinikadavu Temple
A visit to Mamana Temple , Parassinikadavu Temple , was organized for the 3rd-semester students of AI & DS on 29th November 2025. The purpose of this visit was to provide students with the history of the heritage places which enriched Spiritual knowledge of the students.

INDUSTRIAL VISIT TO U R RAO SATELLITE RESEARCH CENTRE [URSC], & HAL, BENGALURU
2025-11-27 08:00 - 17:00 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
Department of Computer science and Engineering (Cyber Security) organized Industrial visit to ISRO and HAL-Bangalore on 27/11/2024.

Our industrial visit to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Bengaluru, provided an insightful experience into India’s aerospace and defense manufacturing sector.

Technical Talk on Parallel Computing: Concepts and Applications
2025-11-11 09:30 - 17:00 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, under the AVINYAM Student Association, organized a technical talk on “Parallel Computing: Concepts and Applications” for fourth-year students on 11th November 2025 at MLH 101. The session was delivered by Dr. Raju K, Professor, Department of CSE, NMAMIT, Nitte, who served as the chief guest. The talk focused on the fundamental concepts of parallel computing, its practical applications, and its significance in solving complex computational problems in modern technology. The session provided students with valuable academic and industry-oriented insights, encouraging them to explore advanced computing techniques. The department extends its sincere gratitude to the chief guest and dignitaries for their guidance and appreciates the active participation of students, which contributed to the success of the event.

Technical Talk on Robotic Process Automation using UiPath
2025-11-11 09:30 - 17:00 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, under the AVINYAM Student Association, organized a technical talk on “Robotic Process Automation using UiPath: Applications for Career Readiness” for third-year students on 11th November 2025 at MLH 202. The session was delivered by Mr. Lohith B, Team Lead and Senior Software Engineer at Novigo Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Mangalore. The talk focused on the fundamentals of robotic process automation, practical applications of UiPath, and the importance of automation skills in enhancing career opportunities. Students gained valuable industry-oriented insights and hands-on knowledge relevant to emerging technologies. The department extends its sincere gratitude to the chief guest and dignitaries for their guidance and appreciates the enthusiastic participation of students, which contributed to the success of the event.

Technical Talk on Data Structures & Applications
2025-11-11 09:30 - 17:00 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, under the AVINYAM Student Association, organized a technical talk on “Data Structures & Applications: Developing Skills for Professional Success” for second-year students on 11th November 2025 at MLH 201. The session was delivered by Dr. Sunil Kumar B. L., Professor, Department of CSE, Canara College, Mangalore, who served as the chief guest. The talk emphasized the importance of data structures in real-world applications and highlighted essential skills required for professional growth in the field of technology. Students gained valuable insights into practical problem-solving techniques and career-oriented learning strategies. The department expresses its sincere gratitude to the chief guest and dignitaries for their guidance and appreciates the active participation of students in making the session informative and successful.

Technical Talk on Problem Solving: Skills and Strategies
2025-11-11 09:30 - 17:00 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, under the AVINYAM Student Association, organized a technical talk on “Problem Solving: Skills and Strategies” for first-year students on 11th November 2025 at LH 301. The session was delivered by Dr. Demian Antony D’Mello, Chairperson BOS (CSE), Academic Senate Member, VTU, and Vice Principal of Canara Engineering College, Mangalore. The talk focused on enhancing students’ analytical thinking, effective problem-solving approaches, and strategic learning techniques essential for academic and professional growth. The session was highly interactive and insightful, motivating students to develop a structured approach to tackling challenges. The department expresses its sincere gratitude to the chief guest and dignitaries for their presence and guidance, and appreciates the enthusiastic participation of students in making the event a valuable learning experience.

STUDENT ASSOCIATION (AVINYAM) DAY
2025-11-06 10:00 - 17:00 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Student Association Day, AVINYAM, along with the Branch Entry Programm for second-year students, was celebrated with immense enthusiasm and grandeur on Wednesday, 6th November 2024 at 10:30 AM in the Third Floor Seminar Hall. A notable highlight of the event was the official release of the second edition of the department magazine, SAMVID 2.0, unveiled by
Dr. Chengappa, showcasing student articles, departmental achievements, and creative works. Adding intellectual depth to the celebration, an expert talk titled “Consensus for Change: Decentralised Approaches for a Sustainable Tomorrow” was held from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The event concluded on a high note, leaving students inspired, motivated, and better informed about their roles as future contributors to a sustainable and innovative world.

Vidhwath 3.0 – Quiz Competition Final
2025-11-06 09:30 - 17:00 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, under the AVINYAM Student Association, conducted the final round of “Vidhwath 3.0”, an intra-college general quiz competition, on 6th November 2025 at the 3rd Floor Seminar Hall. The final round featured intense competition among the top teams, highlighting students’ knowledge, quick thinking, and teamwork. After an engaging and competitive session, Team LH 301 secured the First Place, Team Light House achieved the Second Place, and Team Street Smarts earned the Third Place. The event successfully fostered intellectual curiosity and a spirit of healthy competition among participants. The department appreciates the efforts of the quiz host, organizers, and students for making the final round a grand success.

DECODEX – Decode and Conquer
2025-11-06 - 2025-11-07 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, under the banner of the DATAVERSE Student Association, successfully organized DECODEX – Decode and Conquer, an exciting two-day technical event designed to enhance students’ analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork skills. The events were held on 6th and 7th November 2025.

ICONIQ – Logo Identification Challenge
2025-11-04 10:00 - 17:00 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The event ICONIQ was conducted on Tuesday, 4th November 2025 as an interactive and engaging challenge focused on identifying logos of AI tools, technology brands, and prominent personalities. The activity aimed to test participants’ visual memory, brand recognition skills, and quick reasoning using descriptive clues instead of actual images.

Vidhwath 3.0 – Intra College Quiz Competition
2025-10-30 09:30 - 16:30 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, under the AVINYAM Student Association, successfully organized “Vidhwath 3.0”, an intra-college general quiz competition, on 30th October 2025 at the 3rd Floor Seminar Hall. The event aimed to promote knowledge sharing, critical thinking, and teamwork among students. Participants enthusiastically competed across multiple rounds, demonstrating impressive awareness and analytical skills. Team LH 301, comprising Nanaiah K.G and Jnanesh Bopanna A S (4th Year, AI & ML), secured the First Place. The Second Place was won by Team Street Smarts represented by Tarun R and Varun R (4th Year, AI & ML). Team GT, with Garv Appanna K G and Thushar Thimmaiah K M (2nd Year, CSE-CY), achieved the Third Place, while Team Light House, consisting of Srujan K S and Srujan Gowda B M (2nd Year, AI & ML), earned the Fourth Place. The event concluded successfully, encouraging intellectual engagement and healthy competition among students.

Industrial Visit to Infosys, Mysuru
2025-10-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Mysore Infosys, mysore, mysore, karnataka
An industrial visit to Infosys Limited, Mysuru, was organized for the 7th-semester students on 30th October 2025. The purpose of this visit was to provide students with practical exposure to the working environment of a leading IT company and to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world industry practices.

Five-day certification course on “cyber security and ethical hacking”
2025-10-27 - 2025-10-31 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science organized a five-day certification course on “Cyber Security and Ethical Hacking” for III semester students from 27th October 2025 to 31st October 2025. The program aimed to enhance students’ knowledge and practical skills in the rapidly growing domain of cybersecurity and ethical hacking.

Guest Talk on Water Conservation and Rain Water Management
2025-10-15 09:30 - 16:30 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, under the AVINYAM Student Association, organized a guest talk on “Water Conservation and Rain Water Management” on 15th October 2025 at MLH 201. The session was delivered by Mrs. Ramya H. N., Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, who served as the resource person for the event. The talk provided valuable insights into sustainable water management practices, the importance of conserving water resources, and practical methods of rainwater harvesting. The session was highly informative and interactive, encouraging students to develop awareness and responsibility towards environmental sustainability. The department expresses its sincere gratitude to the resource person for sharing her expertise and to the participants for their active involvement, making the event a meaningful and enriching experience.

National Level Hackathon Hacknova
2025-10-15 - 2025-10-16 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department under the banner of its Students’ Association – Technova, organized a 24-hour National Level Hackathon – Hacknova 1.O on 15th and 16th October 2025. The event, themed “Think Fast, Build Faster, Innovate Forever,” brought together talented innovators from across the country to design and develop solutions in the domains of Robotics, Internet of Things (IoT), and Artificial Intelligence (AI).The Hackathon was coordinated by Prof. Kirthan K M.The jury panel for the hackathon comprised eminent personalities — Dr. Shiva Prakash S. P., Professor and Head, Department of IS&E, JSS STU, Mysuru; Dr. Sanjay Kumar C. K., Associate Professor and Head, Department of MCA, NIE, Mysuru; and Mr. Brijesh C. A., CEO of Just Robotics, Bengaluru. The winner prize of Rs. 25,000 was bagged by team Justice Gang of JSS STU Mysuru and the runner up of the Hacknova was team Mall Matrix of BMS and Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering Bengaluru and was rewarded with Rs. 15,000. Team GCEK of Government College of Engineering Kerala secured best innovation prize of Rs. 5000 and team AURA of JSS STU Mysuru received Best problem statement cash prize of Rs. 5000.

Information Search and Presentation (ISAP) – Event Report
2025-10-14 - 2025-10-15 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, under the AVINYAM Student Association, organized the Information Search and Presentation (ISAP) program for 3rd semester students on 14th and 15th October 2025 at MLH 201. The event was conducted with the presence of Prof. Thimmaiah A G, HoD Of Mechanical Engineering, as the Chief Guest. The program aimed to enhance students’ research abilities, presentation skills, and confidence by encouraging them to explore and present innovative ideas. Participants actively engaged in information gathering and effective communication, demonstrating creativity and analytical thinking. The event served as a valuable platform for skill development and knowledge sharing. The department appreciates the efforts of the organizers and participants for making the program a successful and enriching learning experience.

30 Yard Cricket Tournament 2025
2025-10-11 09:30 - 17:00 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, under the AVINYAM Student Association, successfully organized the Grand 30 Yard Cricket Tournament 2025 on 11th October 2025 at CIT College Ground 1. The tournament witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, showcasing remarkable teamwork, competitive spirit, and sportsmanship. After a series of exciting matches, Team #Respect, led by Captain Dharshan A M, emerged as the winners of the tournament, while Team Alpha, captained by Charan Chengappa, secured the runners-up position. Individual excellence was also recognized, with Deekshith Rai B U (CS&E) being awarded Batsman of the Tournament and Charan Chengappa (CS&E) receiving the title of Bowler of the Tournament. The event concluded on a high note, celebrating unity, talent, and the spirit of healthy competition among students.

Lagori Competition
2025-10-10 09:30 - 17:00 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning successfully organized the Lagori Competition on 10th October 2025 at CIT College Ground 1 under the banner of the AVINYAM Student Association. The event brought together students in a lively display of teamwork, coordination, and sportsmanship, reviving the nostalgic spirit of the traditional game. Participants demonstrated remarkable energy and enthusiasm, creating an engaging and competitive atmosphere throughout the event. Team Royal Warriors secured the First Prize, while Team Dataverse achieved the Second Prize for their outstanding performance. The department congratulates the winning teams and extends its appreciation to all participants and organizers for making the event a memorable and successful celebration of unity and sportsmanship.

6. Saraswathi Pooja
2025-09-27 10:00 - 17:00 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science organized a Saraswathi Pooja for the students on 27th September 2025.

Rangilo RAAS – Cultural Event
2025-09-27 10:00 - 16:30 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science organized a Cultural Event for the students on 27th September 2025. The program aimed to enhance students’ Performance in Dance, songs and upheld the cultural functions in the college.

Add on Course on “Artificial Intelligence: A Practical Guide to AI tools for Engineers”
2025-09-22 - 2025-09-27 | CIT Ponnampet,kodagu, halligattu village and post, ponnampet, karnataka, 571216, India
The Department organized six days Add- on course on “Artificial Intelligence: A Practical Guide to AI tools for Engineers” from 22nd September 2025 to 27th September 2025.The program was organized for second year students. The resource persons of the event was Mr. Karthik Jothi Murugan, Technical Trainer, ATOM, Bangalore. The add course enabled the students to build mini projects by using the datasets available in google colab.
