Alagappa Chettiar College of Engineering and Technology facts for kids
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ACCET
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The main building of ACCET
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ACCET, ACGCET, A.C. Tech |
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| Type | Autonomous |
| Established | 1952 |
| Location | , , |
| Affiliations | Anna University, Chennai |
| Website | https://www.accet.co.in/ |
Alagappa Chettiar Government College of Engineering and Technology, also known as ACGCET-Karaikudi, is a college for engineering in Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu, India. It was started in 1952 and is run by the state government.
The college is "autonomous," which means it has the freedom to create its own courses and rules. It is also part of a special program called TEQIP (Technical Education Quality Improvement Programme), which helps improve engineering education in India.
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History of the College
A kind man named Dr. RM. Alagappa Chettiar wanted to help the town of Karaikudi grow. He started a trust to build schools and turn the area into a center for learning.
On July 21, 1952, the college opened with three main subjects: Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical and Electronics Engineering. The first stone for the main building was placed by India's president, Rajendra Prasad, on February 19, 1953.
Over the years, the college grew and added more courses.
- 1966: The college was given to the government of Tamil Nadu to manage.
- 1969: A new course, Electronics and Communication Engineering, was added.
- 1983: The college started offering advanced master's degrees.
- 1988: A Master's degree in Computer Application (MCA) was introduced.
- 2001: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Engineering was started.
In 2008, the college was named the best engineering college in Tamil Nadu for the 2006–2007 school year. Today, it is connected with Anna University in Chennai.
Life on Campus
The college campus has many buildings and services to help students learn and have fun.
Student Center
The Non-Resident Students Centre is a special building for students who live off-campus. It has large dining halls and rooms where students can relax or hold meetings for their clubs.
Hostels
For students who come from far away, the college has hostels, which are like dormitories where students can live. There are separate hostels for boys and girls. To make sure everyone feels safe, each year has its own hostel building.
Sports and Games
The college has great facilities for sports. Students can play outdoor games like cricket, hockey, football, and basketball. There are also courts for badminton and tennis. For indoor fun, there are places to play table tennis and chess.
There is a 400-meter track for running and equipment for athletics. The college even has an indoor stadium and a gym. Every year, the college holds a sports competition to encourage students to be active.
Other Facilities
- Co-op Store: There is a store on campus run by students and staff. It sells things that students need for their classes and daily life.
- Medical Help: A small clinic, or dispensary, is on campus to help students and staff if they get sick. A doctor and a pharmacist are there to provide care.
- Auditorium: The college has a large hall called the Dewan Bahadur Murugappa Hall. It can seat 600 people and has a big stage for events like plays, concerts, and ceremonies.
- Post Office: There is a post office right on campus, making it easy to send and receive mail.
- Bank ATMs: Students can easily get cash from several bank ATMs located near the campus.
Student Life
Clubs and Activities
To help students explore their interests outside of class, the college has many clubs and associations. These include a fine arts club for creative students and a "Tamil mandram" for those interested in Tamil culture and language.
Alumni Association
The college has an alumni group called ACCETOSA. "Alumni" are students who have graduated from the college. This group helps former students stay in touch with each other and with the college. The alumni also hold a project contest called Thirann to help current students show off their technical skills.
Getting a Job After College
Many big companies visit the college to hire students for jobs. This is called "campus placement." The college works hard to help students connect with industries. For example, the Civil Engineering students of the 2008 graduating class all got jobs through campus placements. The college has also partnered with companies to give students real-world experience.
Famous Graduates
Many students from ACCET have gone on to do amazing things. Here are a few of them:
- George Joseph: A famous space scientist who helped India develop technology for taking pictures of Earth from space. He received the Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest awards.
- Narayanan Sankar: A successful businessman who was the chairman of the Sanmar group, a large company in India.
- Vaidyanatha Ganapati Sthapati: A master architect who designed and built traditional Hindu temples. He was also the head of a college of architecture.
- Chezhiyan: A filmmaker and director of photography known for his work in Tamil movies. He has won awards for his films.
- J. K. Rithesh: An actor and politician who served as a Member of Parliament in India's government.
See also
- List of Tamil Nadu Government's Educational Institutions
- List of Tamil Nadu Government's Engineering Colleges
