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6.5 Internal Quality Assurance System
6.5.1 Does the University conduct an academic audit of its Schools? If
yes, give details.
The University conducts academic audit of its Schools through IQAC
regularly to assess the following. In spite of the fact that many of the
academic processes have been computerized, the IQAC conducts audit for
many of these processes.
Parameters for Internal Auditing at School Level
Proof for having sent the CAT (Continuous Assessment Test) marks to the
parents
Industrial visits, project work (and also the review process) and industrial
internships of the students
Guest lectures arranged
Utilization of the resources such as classrooms, laboratories and computer
facilities
Quality Circle Meetings and their follow-up activities
Parameters for Internal Auditing at Faculty Level
Attendance record of students
Course material and transparency in evaluative methods
Question papers, answer sheets and assignments
Syllabus coverage
Laboratory records / manual
Use of Educational Technology Tools
Special efforts taken for slow learners
Innovative teaching (both laboratory and classroom) practices adapted
6.5.2 Based on the recommendations of the academic audit, what
specific measures have been taken by the University to improve teaching,
learning and evaluation?
Academic auditing carried out on a regular basis helps in identifying
shortcomings, if any, and helps to suggest measures for corrective actions.
Measures like improving the syllabus, curriculum, teaching
methodologies have been carried out.
Suggestions are being given to Schools, Centres, Administrative
Departments, Faculty and Staff to improve on teaching, learning, research and
governance.
Feedback from the Faculty and Staff are well considered to facilitate
improvement.