An invited talk on “Solar Photovoltaic Technology” by Mr. Vittal Bhat M, Assistant Professor, Department of E&C Engg., PACE, Mangalore, was organized on 24th November 2022. The key points of discussion include- importance of renewable energy sources to reduce carbon footprints, solar energy as an effective source of power generation using photovoltaic technology, connection of solar panels in different configurations to obtain the desired output and site survey prior to the installation of solar panels.

A 12 weeks training programme on “Python Programming - Basics and Fundamentals” by Prof. Varun Hegde and Prof. Mohammed Kareemullah, Assistant Professors, Mechanical Engineering Department, PACE, was organized during September to November 2022 for the final year ME students. Both theory and hands-on sessions were included in the training programme. The trainers explained the fundamentals of python programming to build the programming skills.

A 2 weeks training programme on “Object Oriented Programming using Python” by Prof. Varun Hegde and Prof. Mohammed Kareemullah, Assistant Professors, Mechanical Engineering Department, PACE, was organized in the month of December 2022 for the final year ME students. Both theory and hands-on sessions were included in the training programme.

An invited talk on “Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Mechanical Engineering” by Mr. Sufiyan Ahmed U K, Founder and Managing Director, ‘The Mechanic’ and ‘Oxyline Technologies’, Uppala, Kasargod (PACE Alumnus), was organized on 10th December 2022. The talk focused on the different areas in which a mechanical engineer can become a successful entrepreneur, and stressed the need of time-sense, patience, punctuality, hardworking and communication skills & a positive attitude along with technical proficiency to become a successful entrepreneur.

A technical talk on "Application of Agile Methodology in Project Management" by Mr. Nazem, Project Manager, Thought focus, Bangalore, was organized on 2nd March 2023. Agile methodology for project management, its importance, applications and recent research developments were discussed in the talk.

A demonstration session of the “Kitchen Waste Compost System” by Mr. C V Pujar, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, PACE, was organized on 15th March 2023. The highlights of the session include importance of waste management, conversion of kitchen waste into compost and the need to create awareness on waste reduction through social connect & responsibility programmes.

An expert talk on ‘Equal Channel Angular Pressing of Aluminium and Its Alloys’ by Dr. James Valder, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, St. Joseph Engineering College, Vamanjoor, Mangalore, was organized on May 04, 2023. The speaker highlighted the various research works carried out in this area and also pointed out the opportunities to carryout future research.

An Invited talk and interactive session on ‘Career Opportunities in Oil and Gas Sector’ by Mr. Ibrahim Thajir and Mr. Salman Farish (PACE Alumni), from Expertise Contracting Company, Saudi Arabia, was organized on 24th May 2023. The talk focused on job opportunities for mechanical engineers in petrochemical sector in the areas of erection, maintenance and process handling, safety precautions and the prerequisite knowledge base required to find a career in the oil and gas sector.

A Webinar on ‘The Opportunities for Mechanical Engineers in Aerospace Domain’ by Dr. Madeva Nagaral, Manager (Design), Aircraft Research and Design Centre, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Bangalore, was organized on June 7, 2023, The speaker urged the students to develop a thorough knowledge in strength of materials, design of machine elements, Finite Element Analysis, failure modes, etc., to grab ample opportunities available for mechanical engineers in the areas of aircraft research and design.

An invited talk on “Opportunities in AEC Industry” by Mr. E. Sunil Kumar, Director and Mr. Chaitanya Nanguluri, Associate, Vedanth MEP Training Institute, Bangalore, was organized on 10th December 2021. The basic requirements and opportunities for mechanical engineers in the field of Architectural, Engineering and Construction, especially in the Middle East were highlighted. The talk covered important areas such as HVAC, Fire- fighting, PHE and Electrical Systems.

A training programme on “Python Programming-Basics and Fundamentals” by Dr. Asif Afzal, Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering Department, PACE, was organized for the final year Mechanical Engineering students during October to December 2021. Both theory and hands-on sessions were included in the training programme.

A two weeks training programme on “Object Oriented Programming using Python” by Dr. Asif Afzal, Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering Department, PACE, was organized for the final year Mechanical Engineering students during January 2022. Both theory and hands-on sessions were included in the training programme.

An invited talk on ‘Career Opportunities in Merchant Navy’ by Mr. Raj Mohan M, Dean, R.L. Institute of Nautical Sciences, Madurai, was organized on Thursday, 19th May 2022. Mr. Raj Mohan explained how merchant navy could be an attractive career option and the career prospects at sea for the mechanical and electrical engineers. He compared the career prospects for a mechanical/electrical engineer and a marine engineer in terms of job position, age limits and monetary benefits.

An invited talk on ‘NextGen Supply Chain Management’ by Prof. Mohammed Avvad, Department of Mechanical Engineering, PACE, Mangalore, was organized on 28th May, 2022. Prof. Avvad explained the basic concepts of supply chain management (SCM) and also gave an overview of NextGen supply chain management. He informed the students to carry out research work by integrating SCM with the latest technology developments such as blockchain, IoT, Artificial Intelligence, etc.

An invited talk on ‘Application of Minitab Software for Optimization Problems’ by Dr. Raghavendra M J, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, SIT, Mangaluru, was organized on Tuesday, 31st May 2022. The resource person explained the concept of optimization and various statistical tools available to carry out data analysis. He gave an in-depth view of the Minitab software, its salient features and how effectively it can be used in statistical data analysis.

An invited talk on ‘Career Opportunities in Indian Navy’ by Mr. Vinayak M Kalas, Assistant Commandant, Indian Navy, was organized on 22nd July 2022. Mr. Vinayak is the PACE Alumnus (2009 batch-Mechanical Engineering) and is currently posted in ICGS Vikram Ship, New Mangalore division, India. The resource person explained how Indian Navy could be an attractive career option for the mechanical engineers and also will be a chance to serve the Nation.

Mechanical Engineering Association(MEA),PACE organised an invited talk on "FUEL CELLS" for 3rd year mechanical students on 21st March 2016 at 3:25pm in Multipurpose Hall.Mr. Yathin Krishna, Project associate of Prof. Yoshinobu Yoshishara Ritsumeikan university, Japan, delivered the talk.. The talk Highlighted how "FUEL CELLS" can be utilised for increasing efficiency, reducing pollution & as an alternative for IC Engine in the near future.

On February 23rd, Mr. Mithun from the Petrocon Institute of Piping Engineering, Mangalore was invited to P.A. College of Engineering, Mangalore to deliver a lecture on “Opportunities in Piping Industries” which was organized by the Mechanical Engineering Association (MEA) in the Multi-Purpose Hall. The audience were final year Mechanical Engineering Students.The program started with an initial address of Dr Ramis M K, who emphasized on the need of acquiring a skill in any of the industry oriented domains during their course, which will help the students to place themselves by the time they are out. During the seminar, Mr. Mithun threw a limelight on various aspects of piping courses offered by the Petrocon Institute of Piping Engineering and the opportunities that are available in piping industries after completion of the course. Side by side he gave a brief introduction on how the softwares and training manuals are exercised during the period of training. Some of them included applying parameters as per rules and regulations given by certain institutions like ASME & ASTM, development of piping layout, development of GA Drawings, Piping isometrics etc. The lecture turned out to be very beneficial to the students present over there, many of whom decided to malign their interests in this section of engineering.

Mechanical Engineering Association organized an Invited Talk on "ELECTRIC CURRENT INDUCED LONG RANGE FLOW OF LIQUID METALS-TAKING SERENDIPITY TO TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT FLOW" on 6th -February 2016. Speaker of the day was "DR PRAVEEN KUMAR"(Asst. Professor at Dept of Materials Engineering; IISc Bangalore). The program was hosted by Mr. Ahad of VI Sem. Dr Sharief (Principal), Dr. Ramis M.K (Vice Principal), Dr. Zahid Ansari (Dean-Research) were the other dignitaries present. The talk highlighted the importance of serendipity in technological development and discoveries.The vote of thanks was delivered by Mr. Muhammad ibn Abdul Nasar of VI Sem.

On February 3rd, a renowned personality and former Principal Dr. S.A. Khan visited P.A. College of Engineering, Mangalore to deliver an Invited Talk on “Recent Advancements In Defence and Space Resources”. Dr. S.A. Khan who is currently a Professor at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Kuala Lampur has also worked in Defence Research And Development Organisation (DRDO). During his seminar, he threw a limelight on concept of micro-jets to control the base pressure and jet noise, missile modifications for enhanced performance, unguided rockets etc. Dr. Khan also gave a brief overview of his contribution to the DRDO such as the alterations he made in the missile and rocket to adapt longer trajectories. At the end, he talked about his ongoing research at IIUM, and developments being made with the rise in modern era of science and technology. The programme was then followed by Principal Dr. Abdul Sharief‘s speech. He thanked Dr. Khan for giving his valuable time out of his busy schedule and parting with his great knowledge. The Director of Academics Prof. SurfrazHashim, Dean Research Dr. Zahid Ansari also gave their concluding remarks. The Vice Principal & HOD of Mechanical Department Dr. Ramis M.K. finally thanked the esteemed guest for sparing his time and knowledge for the sake of students present over there.

A series of workshops entitled “Catalyst: preparing for the capstone project” were conducted by Dr. Zahid Ansari, Dean (Research), P.A. College of Engineering from 14th to 20th October 2015, to motivate the final year students of CSE/ISE, E&C,EEE, Bio-Tech, Civil and Mechanical engineering departments, to do the quality project and unleash their skills. The series of program culminated on 20th October 2015 with the last workshop at Mechanical department with wise words for the students to improve the quality and bring innovation by the HOD Mechanical and Vice-Principal Dr. Ramis M.K.. The Valedictory of the program witnessed the words of Principal Dr. Abdul Sharief for the funding aspects and IT tools, in presence of Vice-principal Dr. Ramis M.K, Director (Academics) Prof SurfrazHashim J, Dean (Research), Dr. Zahid Ansari and Prof. Ahmed Rimaz R. Faizabadi.

A three day workshop on Industrial Automation was held on 2nd,3rd and 4th of October 2015 for the pre-final and the final year. The training was conducted by Mr. Himanshu Kumar, INDWELL Institute of technology.

Mechanical Engineering Association [MEA] of PACE organized Techxpo 2015, an Automobile Engineering Show (Technically Oriented Exhibition, Seminar and Workshop) on May 8th and 9th, 2015. The main intention of the event was to exhibit the advances in the automobile industry and provide a platform for technically inclined students /others to interact, sharpen and share their ideas. The seminars, workshops, stalls and exhibits during the program focused on this theme. The audience were students from 25 engineering colleges, around Mangalore, mechanics, technicians and automobile consultants in this region. Also the venue provided an opening for people interested in the latest technologies in automotive industry, to study and explore the market. The total number of participants were in the range of 1000+, which included students from other engineering colleges, invitees from garages in and around Mangalore. Indoor Exhibits on Latest Technologies in Automotive Industry, Outdoor Exhibits and Stalls on Modified and Vintage Cars, High Performance Lubricants and Turbine Technology was the major attraction of the event. The. Free Auto Diagnostic Scanning for New Generation Cars (Cars with OBD 2) was a major event open for the public.. Mr. Sushil Chandra Mannagudda (GM, MRPL) inaugurated the function and the Technovation Award and Techxhibit Award was distributed for the best project and best car, respectively by Mr. U.T Khader, Honble Minister for Health, Govt. of Karnataka, during the valedictory function. The bike stunt show cased by Zero Gravity was the major attraction witnessed by thousands of audience during the valedictory function.

LAUNCH, the leaders in automotive diagnostics, and Mobil 1, the world’s largest synthetic oil and Candour Auto Tech (CAT), a team of passionate automobile engineers who are specialised in vehicle diagnostics were the official partners of the event. Mr. Schichun Tao (Sales Director, Asia Pacific, Middle East, North Africa and Latin America, Launch Tech Pvt. Limited),Mr. Joy Yan (Sales Manager, Launch Tech Pvt. Limited, India), Mr. Sasi Menon (Retail Head, Mobil 1) and Mr. Shamnas Mohammed (Technical Expert and Managing Director, Candour Auto Tech Pvt. Limited) were the representatives of the official partners who were actively present throughout the program. The following seminars were conducted during the event.

• Seminar - 1 : High Performance Lubricants-Technology Behind by Mr. Sasi Menon (Retail Head, Mobil 1
• Seminar-II : Seminar on Automobile Diagnostics - The Evolution, by Mr. Schichun Tao (Sales Director, Launch Tech Pvt. Limited)
• Seminar-III : Automative Diagnostics - The Future Mr. Shamnas Mohammed (Technical Expert and Managing Director, Candour Auto Tech Pvt. Limited)

ENTICE 2015, inter-college technical fest organized by MEA was conducted simultaneously with TECHXPO-2015. Its main aim was to give students a platform to showcase their technical talents. The events included Paper Presentation, Technical Quiz, Technical Dumb Charades and Robo Wars.

A three day workshop/training on STAR CCM software was conducted by CD Adapco, giants in the field of CFD software during 6th,7th and 8th of January 2015 for pre final year and final year students.

A seminar on diagnostic techniques in automotive industry was conducted by Mr. Shamnas, consultant to automotive industries on 5 November 2014. The session was for the 3rd and the 4th year students.

Two weeks certified training program was conducted by Manjunatha design and solutions on “CATIA-Version 5.0 – Basics, Designing, Modeling and Analysis” during January 1-15, 2014 for pre-final year and final year students.

FDP on Advances in CFD and Nanotechnology, 7- 9th April 2011, P. A College of Engineering, Sponsored by VTU-VGST (Govt. Of Karnataka)