Science Day 2012 was celebrated with usual fervor on 28th & 29th of February 2012. Our Chancellor Dr. R. Vasanthakumar presided over the function. Dr.R. Murugesan, Vice Chancellor, AUT Madurai was the chief guest and Dr.E.B. Perumal Pillai, Registrar, AUT Madurai was the special guest. Dr. G. Karuppusami, Dean, Faculty of Engineering felicitated the gathering.
Various competitions were conducted which had active participation from students community. It served as a platform wherein students exhibited their talents. All the events where framed in such a way that helped students to invest a lot on their potentials and use it in a productive way.
1. EXPOTECH 2012 – WORKING MODEL COMPETITION
Expotech 2012 focused on revolutionary innovations in the field of Science and Technology. Many students displayed their exhibits which focused on the various attributes of Science and Technology.
2.REPLICA
Replica gave a better platform to students to showcase their creativity and aesthetics in form of miniature models. Life on Mars, Important Land Marks in Coimbatore & Global village were the themes given and all the models based on the application and importance of these themes were displayed.
3. DOCUMENTARY FILM
Documentary film brought in to light the achievement, contribution and success story of many behind the scenes to the forefront. It portrayed the life of many which appeared synonymous to the theme.
4. POSTER PRESENTATION
Poster presentation laid thrust on various themes like Drug Abuse, Road Safety & First Aid, Preservation of Indian Culture & Tradition and Fast Food Slow Poison. It aimed to create an awareness on the significance and the relevance of the themes in today’s context.
5. ZERO WASTE
Zero Waste stressed on the importance of waste management. Several exhibits based on the theme “Wealth out of Waste” were exhibited which enabled the students to exploit their creativity and talents.
VALEDICTORY FUNCTION
Mrs.Hema Karunakaran IPS Presided over the function and gave away the prizes.
She spoke on women’s empowerment and the awareness that each youngster should have today.