Seminar On Emerging Automotive Technologies

Objective

To expose students to emerging trends in automotive engineering, industry expectations, and advanced vehicle technologies, thereby bridging classroom learning with current industrial practices.

Brief Introduction

The Department of Automobile Engineering organized a technical seminar on Emerging Automotive Technologies to enrich students’ domain knowledge and industry readiness. The programme was conducted at the Hyundai Professional Development Center Laboratory and featured an industry expert as the chief guest, aligning with the department’s NBA-focused outcome-based education practices.

Detailed Report

The seminar began with a welcome address by the department faculty, followed by the introduction of the chief guest from the automotive industry. The resource person delivered an insightful presentation covering contemporary developments in vehicle systems, digital transformation in manufacturing, and skill requirements for diploma graduates. Students observed practical discussions related to training, human resource perspectives, and industry–institute collaboration. Interactive sessions enabled learners to clarify career-related queries and understand workplace competencies. Mementos and tokens of appreciation were exchanged, marking the formal academic hospitality of the department. The event concluded with a vote of thanks and collection of feedback for continuous improvement. Faculty coordinators ensured proper discipline, attendance recording, and photographic documentation for departmental website and accreditation portfolios.

“The seminar helped me understand what industries expect from automobile diploma students beyond textbooks.”

Student Participation Details

More than 120 Automobile Engineering students actively participated in the seminar. The session provided valuable insights and enhanced students’ professional awareness, technical curiosity, and communication confidence. Participants engaged with the resource person through questions on placements, training pathways, and emerging automotive domains.

Outcomes / Benefits

• Improved understanding of emerging automotive technologies and industry trends.
• Strengthened industry–institute interaction under departmental academic activities.
• Enhanced student motivation toward skill development and placement preparation.
• Useful evidence generated for NBA continuous improvement and departmental records.

Coordinator Details

Programme Coordinator: Er. M. Balaji, Lecturer / Automobile. Organizing Secretary: Er. T. Satheeswaran, Lecturer / Automobile. HoD: Er. S. Sivakumar.

Chief Guest / Resource Person: Mr. Sakthi Sathish, Group Head – HR, Training & BI, Volkswagen / Ramani Group of Companies, Coimbatore