Basic Science & Humanities Department - OCT Bhopal

About

Basic Science Department is devoted to foster the fundamental principles and understanding of different subjects to enhance the students’ basic knowledge of Engineering. The objective of the department is to provide value-based education to the budding scientists and engineers. The Department comprises of different subjects of study namely Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and English. Well-experienced and highly qualified faculty members of the department have made consistent and strenuous efforts to improve the students learning, research and development processes. Besides academics the Department is actively involved in the development of students’ personality, communication and soft skills to boost them in the modern and globally competitive environment.

There are well equipped laboratories for the practical of Engineering Physics, Engineering Chemistry and Communication Skills, where students learn subject through practical experience, with the help of advance equipments, apparatus and software. The Department has always been on a high growth path industry oriented outlook for the students with the current trends. It also encourages students to take up challenging projects and internships at the National and International level in order to fine-tune their technical skills.


Our vision

To become a world class professional in the field of engineering through quality education, knowledge, research and skill development for solving complex problems of engineering physics, engineering chemistry, engineering mathematics and communicative English.



Mission

  • M1: Enhance professional skills through quality teaching, research and leadership.
  • M2: Enhance individual and collective excellence through effective communication in science, engineering and technology.
  • M3: Groom the entrants with employability traits.
  • M4: Transfer details of projects, reports and presentation to the grass root level for their implementation.

Department Facilities

Facilities in Department

  • Engineering Chemistry Lab
  • Engineering Physics Lab
  • Language Lab with internet facility
  • Basic Mechanical Engineering Lab
  • Basic Computer Engineering with internet facility
  • Basic Civil Engineering and Mechanics Lab
  • Manufacturing Practice Lab (Work-Shop)
  • Basic Electrical & Electronics Lab

Other Facilities

  • Well-furnished classrooms & tutorial rooms
  • Class rooms with CCTV
  • Personality Development classes

 

Faculties

Prof. (Dr.) Narender Singh
OCT-Bhopal

Qualification: BA, PhD (Management)
Area of Expertise: Marketing, HR, Communication
Experience: 46 Years (Academics & Industry)
Publication: 47
Research Guide: 7 Scholars are currently doing PhD.
Book Authored: Marketing Management, Dreamtech Publication, 2010.
Dr. P.K. Chopra was Director/Principal of VNS Institute of Management Bhopal for about 14 years. As a member of Board of Studies of Management at Barkatullah University (1999-2009), he has been responsible for designing the courses curricula & detailed syllabi of Management courses. He is often a nominated Member on Various Govt. & University Committees. Prof. P.K. Chopra visited Nairobi, Kampala & UAE to comprehend the overall scenario of Higher Education in East African & Middle East countries.


Prof. (Dr.) Rajesh Khattri
OCT-Bhopal

Designation: Professor in Mathematics Department of Basic Science
Qualification: Ph. D (Some Investigation in the Electrical Circuits by Fuzzy Logic) RRR CSIR AMPRI , RGPV Bhopal
Teaching and Research Experience: More than 30 Years
Special Achievements: Got the Man of Year Award A.B.I (American Bibliography of Institute)
Total No of Research Publications:20 in Reputed International / Indian Journals/Conferences


Prof. (Dr.) Sonendra Gupta
OCT-Bhopal

Designation: Head Department of Basic Sciences & Professor in Mathematics
Qualification: Ph.D (Mathematics) SVU, Merrut, UP M.Phil (Maths), Maduari Kamaraj University, Madurai M.Sc.(Maths) MVM, Barkatullah University, Bhopal (MP)
Teaching and Research Experience: More than 20 Years
Special Achievements: Author of 18 Text Books of B.Tech./B.Sc./B.Pharma through Shri Sai Publication, Merrut & Dhanpat Rai Publishing Company(P), Ltd, Delhi
Total No of Research Publications:13 in Reputed International / Indian Journals/Conferences


Dr. Shivali (Atre) Verma
OCT-Bhopal

Designation: Professor in Basic Sciences (Engg.Physics)
Qualification: Ph.D (Space Physics) Barkatullah University, Bhopal M.Sc.(Physics) Barkatullah University, Bhopal Senior Member of Union Radio -Scientifique International (URSI)
Teaching and Research Experience: More than 20 Years
Special Achievements: 1. Attended and Presented research Paper in workshop on Use of Ionospheric GNSS Satellite Derived Total ElectronContent Data for Navigation, Ionosphericheld in Abudus Salam international center for theoretical physics Trieste, Italy from 20-25, June,2016 (Granted)
2. Attended and Presented research Paper 19th International Beacon Satellite Symposium held in Abudus Salam international center for theoretical physics Trieste, Italy from 22 June-2 July,2016(Granted)
3. Invited to give a paper presentation in The International Reference Ionosphere Workshop 2017 at National Central University (NCU), Taiwan, on 13-17 Nov.2017.
4. Invited to give paper presentation in the 5th Asia-Oceania Weather Alliance (AOSWA)workshop 2018 held in Bandung, republic of Indonesia on 19-21 September 2018.
5. Attended and Presented research Paper 20th International Beacon Satellite Symposium at the University of Mazury in Olsztyn on 19-23 August 2019.(Granted)
Total No of Research Publications:20 in Reputed International / NationalJournals/National and International Conferences


Prof. (Dr.) Shilpa Kapoor
OCT-Bhopal

Designation: Assistant Professor (Physics)
Qualification: Ph. D (Physics) UTD, BU Bhopal M. Phil (Physics) UTD, BU Bhopal
Teaching and Research Experience: More than 10 Years
Special Achievements: UGC (SAP) fellowship awarded in March (2015), University Grant Commission, New Delhi. Designation: JRF [UGC (SAP)] from 2015-2017 and SRF [UGC (SAP)] from 2017-2019.

Best Paper Award

National conference on Recent Trends in Advance Science and Technology 20-21 May 2016, Bhopal [M.P.] India.
International conference on Recent Advancement in Science and Technology 5-7 May 2017, Bhopal [M.P.] India.
Ph.D Scholars Guidance: 0 Students
Total No of Research Publications:20 in Reputed International / Indian Journals/Conferences

Departmental Activities

S.No. Date Topic
1. 22-Feb-20 An educational visit organized for first year students to Bhopal Smart City Model.
2. 08-Feb-20 A seminar for students of II semester on the topic "Digital Marketing as a career".

INDUSTRIAL VISITS

Oriental College of Technology# Basic Science# Industrial Visit # Regional Science Center, Bhopal
#29th February 2020

An educational visit was organized for the first year B.Tech CSE-A branch students of Oriental College of Technology to Regional Science Center on 29th February 2020. The students got a chance to see various science experiments based on mechanics, optics, thermodynamics, etc. The objective was to inspire the students in using the knowledge for doing projects in the future. Prof. Pushpraj Gupta and Prof. Asha Gaur accompanied 45 students. Director OCT, Dr. K K Dwivedi congratulated the co-ordinators and motivated them to organize such visits in the future.


Oriental College of Technology# Basic Science# Industrial Visit # Smart City Bhopal
#22nd February 2020

An educational visit was organized by Oriental College of Technology for first year EC students on 22nd February 2020 to Bhopal Smart City Model. The purpose of this visit was to familiarize the students with the Bhopal Smart City Model. The students also got a chance to enhance their knowledge about startups at B- Nest Startup Incubation Center. This will help them in doing their projects in higher classes. 50 students were accompanied by Prof. Pushparaj Gupta and Dr. Shailja Pandit. Director, OCT Dr. K. K. Dwivedi congratulated the faculty co-ordinators and motivated them to organize such visits in the future.


Oriental College of Technology# Basic Science# Industrial Visit # United Engineering Limited, Govindpura
#15th February 2020

An industrial visit was organized for the students of 1st year B.Tech Mechanical & Civil branch of Oriental College of Technology to United Engineering, Govindpura on 15th February 2020. It was a great experience as they got exposure to manufacturing of heavy machinery & fabrication, steel bridge girders, fabricated assemblies for HT/LT motors etc. This visit helped in enhancing the technical knowledge of the students. Prof Kiran Gupta and Prof Kamlesh Sahu accompanied the 37 students.


Oriental College# Basic Science# CII-YI # Expert Lecture
#8th February 2020

A workshop was organized by CII-YI Yuva Chapter, Bhopal in co-operation with Basic Science Department, Oriental College of Technology on 8th February 2020 for CII-YI students on the topic, "Campus to Corporate". Ms. Shweta Kataria conducted the expert lecture. The students got an insight into the future of working in a corporate world.


Oriental College# Basic Science# Educational Visit # Crisp
#6th February 2020

On 6th February 2020, 55 students of the IT-B Basic Sciences Department went for an industrial visit to CRISP. It was an uplifting experience for each of them as they got real-time exposure to deal with machinery. The visit to CRISP gave them an overview of how to develop technical skills to succeed in the technical field. The students are required to deal with new technologies in today's techno-savvy world. The students visualized a glimpse of mechanization and telecommunication. The advent of such collaboration would spark opulence that perks to the peak.


Oriental College# Basic Science# Educational Visit # Regional Science Center
#25th January 2020

Basic Science Department of Oriental College of Technology organized an Educational visit to Regional Science Centre for IT A Second-semester students on 25th January 2020. The Regional Science Centre, Bhopal (RSCB) is located in the Shyamla Hills. The students got exposure to various science experiments based on mechanics, optics and thermodynamics. Prof. Pushparaj Gupta and Dr.Shilpa Kapoor accompanied total 50 students.


Oriental#Department of Basic Science#Educational Visit# Shaurya Smarak #Oriental College of Technology
#13th January 2020

The Basic Science department of OCT organized an educational visit to Shaurya Smarak for the CSE B students on 13th January 2020. Prof. Kamlesh Sahu and Prof. Amar Jain accompanied 44 students. Shaurya Smarak is a war memorial established by the government of Madhya Pradesh and is situated at Arera hills. It is sprawled over an area of 12 acres. It has interesting architectural installations depicting the sacrifices of the soldiers. There is a 62 feet high sculpture signifying the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force. The objective was to make students aware of struggles and seasoned life of armed forces, many students got the inspiration to join the forces.


Oriental#Basic Science#Education Fair#Modal Higher Secondary School Bhopal #Oriental College of Technology
#11th January 2020

The Basic Science department of Oriental College of Technology participated in the education fair held at Model Higher Secondary School, Bhopal on 11th January. Dr. Sonendra Gupta (HOD) and Dr. Shivali Atre interacted with more than 600 students who were very keen to know about the different career options and the tricks for IIT-JEE Maths. The Orientalites got an opportunity to interact with Cabinet Minister for Law and Legal Affairs, Shri. P C Sharma.


Basic Science Department#Educational Visit#MP Tribal Museum #Oriental College of Technology
#12th October 2019

An educational visit organised by Oriental College of Technology on 12 October 2019 for CSE branch students to Tribal Museum Bhopal. Students were enthusiastic and eagerly went there to know the standard of living of tribal arena Students got the idea of tribal and ruler culture with an understanding of ruler lifestyle clothing, craft, tools plus a space for events and performance. Overall, the visit was very informative, educational and students get to know many things about tribal and rural peoples.


Basic Science Department#EducationalVisit#Regional Science Centre #Oriental College of Technology
#4th October 2019

An Educational trip to Regional Science Centre, Bhopal for first Semester EC branch students was organized by Oriental College of Technology today. Students saw many scientific instruments and phenomena in the form of models. Officials of Regional Science Centre enlightened the students on various experiments based on mechanics, optics and thermodynamics. The trip was very useful, informative & good learning experience for #Oriental students.


Basic Science Department#OrientationProgramme#CII-YI #Oriental College of Technology
#21st Sept. 2019

Oriental College of Technology, Bhopal, an orientation programme regarding awareness on confederation of Indian Industry (CII) young India (YI) was meticulously organised at Ex Seminar hall in Oriental Collage of technology on 21st of September at 2:00 pm. All the students of CS, IT and EC branch attended the session. Mrs Shweta KatariaYuva chair CII-Yi, Bhopal addressed the student about working and benefits of Yi chapter.MrsKuhoo Sharma environmental vertical chair CII-Yi also addressed the student and gave the information regarding compost making. Moreover, session was very interactive and informative.


Oriental College# BS# IMD #Educational Visit
#11th March 2019

An industrial visit was organized at Indian Meteorological Department for the students of CSE branch, II Semester, Oriental College of Technology on 11th March . They got a chance to elevate their knowledge in the field of weather forecasting and methods of earthquake detection. Industrial Visit proves to be the most tactical method of teaching and the students made the best out of the visit.


Oriental College# Basic Science # Crisp #Educational Visit
#08th March 2019

An industrial visit was organized for the students of branches CE, ME AND EC students, II Semester, Oriental College of Technology on 8 March. They got a chance to elevate their knowledge in the field of Industrial Automation, Manufacturing Technology, Weather Forecasting and Satellite Communication, etc. Industrial Visit proves to be the most tactical method of teaching and the students made the best out of the visit.


Oriental College# Basic Science # CII-YI #Expert Lecture
#09th Feb. 2019

A workshop on Novice in Corporate World was organized on 9th February 2019 at Oriental College of Technology by CII-YI (Confederation of Indian Industry-Young India) Student Chapter in association with Basic Science Department, OCT. The event was enlightened by the presence of Mr. Vivek Jude, Director, SUBRA Initiatives, Bhopal. The aim of this program was to guide the students wisely so that their initial step into the professional world will become smooth.


Oriental College# Basic Science # Educational Visit #Crsip
#31st Jan. 2019#CSE-A

Oriental College of Technology organized an industrial visit for the first year students of Basic Science Department. The students were taken to The Centre of Research and Industrial Staff Performance (CRISP) on 31st January 2019. As, theoretical and the practical aspects were covered altogether. Students attended an interactive session.


Oriental College# Basic Science # Pariksha Pe Charch 2.0 # live interactive session
#30st Jan. 2019

The Oriental College of Technology organised live interactive session on "Pariksha Pe Charcha 2.0" as per the instructions of All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE). It was telecasted live to the students, from Talkator Stadium, New Delhi. The event was organised by Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) and was addressed by our hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi The motive of this event was to resolve general problems faced by the students before exams like stress, anxiety, pressure etc. It proved to be quite beneficial for the students as it emphasized on self confidence, hard work and determination, which not only helped to resolve their problems but also increase their morale. The students were exhilarated and thus were active throughout the duration of the event. They were encouraged by the wisdom and thoughts of our prime minister. The duration of the event was well over an hour and was attended by the students of Basic Science Department.


Oriental College# Basic Science # Voters Day# Awareness Program
#25th Jan. 2019

A General Awareness program on National Voters Day was conducted on 25th January 2019 by Basic Science Department at Oriental College of Technology. The event was graced by the presence of Shri. Pushpendra Pal Singh, OSD, Madhya Pradesh Madhyam and Mrs. Vandana Sharma, ADM(home), MP government. The moto of the initiative was to creat general cognizance and acknowledgement on Right to Vote. According to the statistics, voting has never surpassed 76% in any of the elections conducted in our country. The proportion will gradually rise with the involvement of youth with their active participation in coming years. This plan of action encouraged all first year students to use Right to Vote, as many of them will vote for the first time. This event helped them in understanding the importance of vote and their roles in the development of the country.


Oriental College# Basic Science# Educational Visit # Crisp
#18th Jan. 2019

On 18th January, students of Basic Science Department went for an industrial visit to CRISP. It was an uplifting experience for each of them as they got real time exposure to deal with machinery. The visit to CRISP gave them an overview about how to develop technical skills to succeed in technical field. The IT-A students are required to deal with new technologies in today's techno-savvy world. A glimpse of mechanization and telecommunication was visualized by the students. Advent of such collaboration would spark opulence that perks to peak.


ISTE OCT Student Chapter

Expert Lecture on Digital Marketing as a career (08.02.2020)

ISTE Student Chapter of Oriental College of Technology organized a seminar under the guidance of faculty advisor Dr. Sonendra Gupta on 8th February 2020 for students of II semester on the topic "Digital Marketing as a career". Mr. Yash Sharma, Co-founder and Ritesh Jain of Digital High Line conducted the seminar. The students got an exposure to digital marketing as a career.


Chimera-X, National-level Quiz Competition (18.01.2020)

Oriental College of Technology hosted a Zonal level Quiz Competition CHIMERA-X, which was organized by the Students’ Chapter of ISTE (Indian Society for Technical Education) of the College and their counterpart from MANIT was the co-organizer. Conducted in two rounds including the Audio-Visual quiz, this event gave spark to the bright minds to showcase their intelligence in all dimensions like technical and current affairs. Around 120 students from different colleges like LNCT, TIT, SIRT, RGPV, IISER, Bansal, and Trinity participated in the competition. Biplav Agarwal and Siddhant Shetty from IISER were declared the zonal winners and runners-up were Tameeshem Pandya and Sandarv Singh from UIT RGPV. The event organized by faculty Advisor of ISTE Student Chapter Dr. Sonendra Gupta and team.  Appreciating the ISTE Student Chapters of Oriental and MANIT, the Director OCT Dr. K.K Dwivedi and Asst Director Dr. Netra Pal Singh congratulated the winners, hoping for a long-term, fruitful association between the students of premier institutes. 


Chimera-X, National-level Quiz Competition (19.01.2019)

Oriental College of Technology hosted a National level Quiz Competition CHIMERA-X, which was organized by the Students’ Chapter of ISTE (Indian Society for Technical Education) at the College. Their counterpart from MANIT was the co-organizer of this event. Conducted in two rounds including the Audio-Visual quiz, this event gave spunk to the bright minds to showcase their intelligence in all dimensions whether it is technical or current affairs. Students got to stand on a platform where they could judge their technical knowledge and general awareness. This quiz gave an idea to the students about their technical, competitive and promoting skills. Having a wide participation from around 250 students from about 10 engineering colleges, Mr Ashwin R. and Mr Rishikesh K were declared as zonal winner, getting an attractive prize, also qualifying for the final round. Appreciating the ISTE Student Chapters of Oriental and MANIT, the Oriental Chairman Shri Praveen Thakral and CEO Shri RK Sahni congratulated the winners, hoping for a long-term, fruitful association between the students of premier institutes.


Inaugural Program and Expert Lecture (05.10.2018)

The Basic Science Department of Oriental College of Technology inaugurated ISTE student Chapter on 5th October 2018. In the Chapter 251 students are enrolled of all branches. The Program was enlightened by the presence of Dr. Prashant Baredar, Faculty advisor ISTE, MANIT, Bhopal, Chief Guest, Dr. Sabha Kant Dwivedi, IEHE, Bhopal, Guest of Speaker and Ms. Neeraj Ghai Madam, Chairperson, OCT and Dr. Sonendra Gupta, Faculty Advisor ISTE, Oriental College of Technology, Bhopal. The Students were encouraged by the golden words poured by our Chief Guest Dr. Prashant Baredar and also informed about the importance of ISTE membership. Dr. Sabhakant Dwivedi sir gave the expert lecture and explained “Laplace Transform and their Applications”. At the end of the event, Chairperson, OCT, Mrs. Neeraj Ghai Madam, presented Memento to the Guests.

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