Overview
About the Department
The Department nurtures industry-ready professionals with strong foundations in computing, innovation, and problem-solving. The department emphasizes experiential learning, emerging technologies, and ethical practices to prepare graduates for dynamic global careers and impactful research.
Vision
To be a centre of excellence in computer science education, research, and innovation addressing societal and industry needs.
Mission
- To impart strong foundations in computer science and engineering principles.
- To enable students to design scalable and secure computing solutions using emerging technologies.
- To promote lifelong learning, research, and ethical professional practices.
Programme Core Courses
- Digital Logic and Design
- Network and Communication
- Java Programming
- Computer Architecture and Organization
- Database Management Systems
- Operating Systems
- Microprocessor and Interfacing
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Design and Analysis of Algorithms
- Theory of Computation
- Software Engineering
- Internet and Web Programming
- Parallel and Distributed Computing
- Basic Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Discrete Mathematics and Graph Theory
- Applied Linear Algebra
Programme Elective Courses
- Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Technologies
- Compiler Design
- Embedded System Design
- Internet of Things
- Robotics and its Applications
- Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Graphics and Multimedia
- Content Based Image and Video Retrieval
- Data Visualization
- Social and Information Networks
- Web Mining
- Large Scale Data Processing
- Game Programming
- Principles of Cloud Computing
- Information Security Analysis and Audit
- Information Security Management
- Cyber Security
- Digital Forensics
- Virtualization
- High Performance Computing
- Human Computer Interaction
- Image Processing
- Machine Learning
- Natural Language Processing
- Mobile Programming
- Object Oriented Software Development
- Applications of Differential and Difference Equations
Infrastructure
Computer Programming Lab: Dell 3020 systems with Intel i5 processors and 8GB RAM, supporting tools such as Keil, Altera Quartus II, Visual Studio .NET, and MATLAB 2015a.
Software Systems Lab: Facilities include C, C++, Java, Oracle 11g, MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Rational Rose, and Cisco Packet Tracer.
Intel Multicore Lab: Intel Core 2 Quad and i5 processors with Visual Studio .NET for parallel computing.
Open Source Lab: Dell R740 systems with Python, MySQL, Eclipse, NetBeans, Anaconda, Wireshark, and GNUSIM8085.
Artificial Intelligence Lab: NVIDIA RTX 4070 GPUs, 32GB RAM, OpenCV, Python, MongoDB, Cassandra, and Neo4J.
Scope of Employment
Computer software engineers are trained to design, develop, test, and evaluate software systems using computer science and mathematical principles. The field evolves rapidly, allowing graduates to specialize in emerging and high-demand technology domains.
Faculty
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Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Graduates can pursue careers as Software Engineers, Full-Stack Developers, Data Engineers, Cloud Architects, Cybersecurity Analysts, DevOps Engineers, and Systems Analysts. Opportunities also exist in product development, startups, research organizations, higher studies, and entrepreneurship across IT, fintech, healthcare, and emerging digital sectors.
Fests
Resoenance 2025: A National level Techno-cultural fest
The School of Engineering (SOE), St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) hosted the inaugural edition of Resoenance 2025, a national-level intercollegiate technical fest and science exhibition that celebrated innovation, creativity, and scientific inquiry. The event witnessed participation from over 150 students representing institutions across Karnataka and Kerala.
The inaugural ceremony was presided over by Dr Praveen Martis SJ, Vice-Chancellor, with Rajendra Kalbavi Rao, Executive Director, Dakshina Kannada Nirmiti Kendra, as the Chief Guest. The ceremony marked the formal commencement of the fest with the unveiling of the championship trophies.
A diverse range of competitions were conducted across venues, including IdeaJam (Ideathon), BrainWave (Quiz), Trashformers (Wealth out of Waste), ReelGear (Reel Making), Ctrl+Alt+Esc (Escape Room), KartKraft (Build-a-Car), and Encore (Variety Event), showcasing the creativity, technical skills, and collaborative spirit of the participants.
The valedictory ceremony was presided over by Dr Ronald Nazareth, Registrar, where winners were felicitated, and St Aloysius PU College was declared the overall champion of Resoenance 2025.
Resoenance 2025 reflected the School of Engineering’s commitment to fostering innovation, collaboration, and experiential learning among students.
Engineers Day: Intra-School Techno Cultural Fest
The School of Engineering (SOE) celebrated its first Engineers’ Day, commemorating the legacy of Bharat Ratna Sir M. Visvesvaraya, with a series of academic and cultural activities. The programme was presided over by Dr Praveen Martis SJ, Vice-Chancellor, with Dr T. Lazar Mathew, former Chairman of Scientific Committees, Government of India, as the Chief Guest. Neil Rodrigues, Programme Manager – Global Delivery, Infosys Ltd, and Dr Ronald Nazareth, Registrar of the University, were the Guests of Honour. Also present were Dr S. Ruban, Dean – School of Engineering, and the event coordinators Dr Geetha Pinto and Aarathi.
The celebration began with a prayer service and a thematic dance portraying the life and contributions of Sir M. Visvesvaraya. Addressing the students, the dignitaries highlighted the importance of adaptability, interdisciplinary thinking, ethical leadership, and innovation. Emphasis was laid on embracing emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and aligning engineering education with societal needs, inspired by the Jesuit ideal of service.
Following the inaugural session, Dr T. Lazar Mathew delivered a special talk on Innovations That Changed India, encouraging students and faculty to focus on grassroots innovations and product-oriented research.
The celebrations continued with student-centric competitions including an Ideathon, Internal Smart India Hackathon, and Quizttica, and concluded with a vibrant cultural programme showcasing the talent and creativity of SOE students.
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