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Department of Computer Science & Engineering (IoT and Cyber Security including Block Chain Technology)

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering (IoT, Cybersecurity including Blockchain) at P. A. College of Engineering was established in 2023 with an intake capacity of 60 students. This undergraduate program focuses on providing students with a strong foundation in Computer Science while specializing in the cutting-edge fields of the Internet of Things (IoT), Cybersecurity, and Blockchain Technology.

In today’s connected digital world, IoT has emerged as one of the most significant technologies, enabling automation and seamless communication between devices across the globe—from smart homes to large-scale industrial applications. This program introduces students to various aspects of IoT, such as device communication, data management, and network integration, making them capable of developing and managing IoT systems in diverse sectors like manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, transportation, and logistics.

Alongside IoT, the program places a strong emphasis on Cybersecurity, a specialized area that focuses on protecting digital infrastructure from unauthorized access and cyber threats. The course equips students with essential skills to safeguard data, devices, and networks, preparing them for real-time challenges in industries that require high levels of security, such as finance, healthcare, and government sectors.

The program also includes a comprehensive focus on Blockchain Technology, a revolutionary field that ensures data integrity, security, and transparency through decentralized ledgers. Blockchain is crucial for sectors like finance, supply chain management, secure healthcare systems, and any domain requiring secure, tamper-proof transaction records.

Message from HOD

Dr. Shamna N. V

Head
Department of Computer Science & Engineering (IoT and Cyber Security including Block Chain Technology)

Welcome to the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (IoT, Cybersecurity including Blockchain) at P. A. College of Engineering.

In today’s digital era, our curriculum combines a strong foundation in computer science with specialized training in these cutting-edge domains. We focus on a balanced approach to learning, where theory meets practice through hands-on experiences, collaborative projects, and industry-driven research. Our team of dedicated faculty members, equipped with both academic and industry expertise, guides and mentors students to become innovative thinkers and problem solvers.

To complement our academic offerings, we are planning a variety of activities aimed at fostering personal growth and professional development for our students. These plans include organizing workshops, seminars, hackathons, and technical competitions to keep students abreast of the latest industry trends and challenges. We are also working towards establishing state-of-the-art laboratories and research facilities to provide a platform for students to experiment, innovate, and bring their ideas to life. Our goal is to create a learning environment where theory seamlessly integrates with practical experience, ensuring students are well-prepared to meet future technological demands.

The world of IoT, Cybersecurity, and Blockchain is filled with endless possibilities, and our goal is to prepare our students not just to be part of this world but to shape it. We aim to cultivate a spirit of entrepreneurship, innovation, and ethical practice among our students, equipping them to become the next generation of leaders and change-makers in the technology domain.

I invite you to embark on this exciting journey with us at P A College of Engineering. Together, let us explore, innovate, and build a future where technology serves humanity in profound and transformative ways. Let’s strive to create a community where learning is a lifelong passion, and every student finds their unique path to success.

  • Dr. Shamna N.V

    Associate Professor

    Qualification : B.E, M.Tech, Ph.D
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    • Dr. Shamna N.V

    Associate Professor

    B.E, M.Tech, Ph.D

    [email protected]

    Educational Details

    Degree : BE
    Year : 2004
    University : VTU
    PG Degree : M.Tech
    Year : 2011
    University : VTU

    Teaching Experience

    15 years

    Industry Experience

    nil

    Specialization PG

    Computer Science & Engineering

    Subjects teaching at Under Graduate level

    Logic Design , Cryptography and Network Security, Advanced computer architecture, Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Computer Organisation, C programming

    Subjects teaching at Post Graduate level

    Cryptography and Network Security

    Technical Interest

    Image processing

    Skill Set

    C, C++, MATLAB

    International journals


    Papers Presented in National Conference

    3

    Papers Presented in International Conference

    1. Presented a paper entitled “An Adaptive Image Steganographic technique using Pixel Pair Matching and AES ” at the international conference on recent innovations in electrical, electronics, computer engineering (ICEECE) held at Bangalore on 1st June 2014.
    2. Presented a paper entitled “Simulation of Invisible Image Watermarking using Pixel Pair Matching and DWT technique” at the international conference on recent advances in “Electrical Engineering, Power Control, Electronics and Communication Technology” (EEPCECT) held at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi on 31st May 2014.
    3. Presented a paper entitled “Removal of noise from MRI using spectral subtraction” at the international conference on recent advances in “Electrical Engineering, Power Control, Electronics and Communication Technology” (EEPCECT) held at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi on 31st May 2014.
    4. Presented a paper entitled “Secure and improvised edge based steganography” in the International Journal of science and Research on 4th April 2015.
    5. Presented a paper entitled “RFID Fusion Based Enhanced Encryption Using 128Bit Advanced Encryption Scheme” in the international journal of Ethics in Engineering &Management Education on 6th June 2015.
    6. Presented a paper entitled “Predicting optimal features in the context of medical image retrieval with the aid of support vector machine (SVM)” at the international conference on SURF - 19 at Bearys Institute of Technology on 27th April 2019.

    Number of academic projects guided

    UG : 18
    PG : 5

    Workshop Attend

    1. One day workshop on “Gamification for learning and development” at CUSAT on 7th September 2019.
    2. Three days workshop “EUREKA” organised at PACE from 1st September 2019 to 3rd September 2019.
    3. Three days MDP on “Gamification for learning and development” at CUSAT from 8th August 2019 to 10th August 2019.
    4. One day international workshop on “Research writing and publication in reputed journals” organised by CERI, PACE Mangalore, on 27th July 2019.
    5. FEP ON “Technical writing, research proposals and applying for research fund” at PACE on 14th March 2016.
    6. 6 days faculty development programme on “Research – Methodology, Process and Tools” at Canara Engineering College, Mangalore from 18th January 2016 to 23rd January 2016.
    7. 3 days workshop on “Digital Signal Processing using MATLAB and SIMULINK” conducted at PACE, Mangalore from 13th March 2014 to 15th March 2014.
    8. 3 days workshop on “Advances in Signal Processing and its Implementation using VLSI” conducted at PACE, Mangalore from 22nd January 2014 to 24th January 2014.
    9. One day Student Empowerment Program “Mind power and careers in Engineering education” at PACE, Mangalore on 9th January 2013.
    10. Workshop on “Video Processing” conducted at PACE Mangalore on 8th April 2011.
    11. Faculty Enablement Program at PACE, Mangalore during March 2011.
    12. One day workshop on “Mobile Trends and Technology” at Bangalore (2004)

    Administrative Responsibilities

    Admission Coordinator, NBA  Criterion 1 coordinator, Module coordinator, Graduation coordinator

    Interests / Hobbies

    Reading, music

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  • Mrs. Afeefa Nazneen N. Z.

    Assistant Professor

    Qualification : B.E, M.Tech
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    • Mrs. Afeefa Nazneen N. Z.

    Assistant Professor

    B.E, M.Tech

    [email protected]

    Educational Details

    Degree : B.E.
    Year : 2015-2019
    University : Visvesvaraya Technological University
    PG Degree : M.Tech
    Year : 2020-2022
    University : Visvesvaraya Technological University

    Specialization PG

    Computer Science and Engineering

    Subjects teaching at Under Graduate level

    Digital Design and Computer Organization, Data Visualization with Python

    Skill Set

    Mathematics
    Teaching
    Technical Writing
    Presentation
    Machine Learning
    Deep Learning
    Python
    DBMS and
    C

    International journals

    ·         Afeefa Nazneen N Z, Dr. K S Shreedhara, “Image Caption Generation using Convolutional

    ·         Neural Network and Long Short Term Memory”, International Journal of Information

    ·         Technology and Electrical Engineering (ITEE), Vol. 11, No. 4, August 2022. This ITEE journal is

    ·         listed under the University Grants Commission Consortium for Academic and Research Ethics

    ·         (UGC-CARE). ITEE::Image Caption Generation using Convolutional Neural Network

    ·         (iteejournal.org)

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