Sameera Khan is working as an Assistant Professor in Computer Science Department at Amity University. She has 10+ years of teaching and research experience. She is currently pursuing her doctorate from one of Chhattisgarh’s Universities. Her research interests include biometric technology, machine learning, artificial intelligence and digital image processing. She has published 20+ research papers in various international journals and conference proceedings. She has also published two book chapters under Taylor and Francis publication and IGI-global publication. She is a member of the International Association of Engineers and the Institute for Engineering Research and Publication. She is the reviewer of various reputed journals like the International Journal of Computer Science Trends and Technology, the International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts and Machine learning and Data Analytics. She is a trained Robotics Process Automation (RPA) professional licensed from Automation Anywhere Inc. She is a Certified Trainer on RPA licensed from Automation Anywhere Inc. and UiPath. 

Amity University, Raipur

What keeps you connected with the education sector?

“My passion of acquiring and spreading knowledge among youths”

As we all are well aware of the fact that Teaching-Learning is a continuous process. My desire to keep learning is what binds me to the education sector. I need to regularly update my skills in order to match new technologies and also the level of students. My experience with Amity University Chhattisgarh has been very nice till date. I have learned a lot from my colleagues who are highly experienced and have the exposure to collaborate with industries too. 

What are your roles and responsibilities?

“To make students able to apply their existing skills and gain new ones”

Being the Assistant Professor, apart from Academics, I need to streamline the knowledge and expertise of students in a productive manner. And to ensure this, I engage them in projects, research work, state and national competitions, hackathons, etc. Also, I make sure to be available for students whenever they need my guidance and suggestions.

What extracurricular activities are conducted to enhance the skills of the students?

“Technical, cultural activities and guest lectures are organized in this respect”

As far as co-curricular activities are concerned, we have 5 technical clubs (Club, IOT Club InTechgrity), Web Development Club (AppTown), Ethical Hacking Club (Piratage), Google Developer Students Club) and one cultural club. And through these clubs, we regularly organize webinars, training, hackathons, expert talks, research activities and competitions. 

How does the curriculum of your college ensure the future preparedness of students?

“It is based on Industry 4.0 parameter”

The curriculum is strictly based on Industry 4.0. The curriculum. It is designed by keeping the requirements of industries in mind. Also, it is revised every 3 years to inculcate newer industry demands.

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How do you introduce a practical and industry-oriented approach towards subjects?

“Through Apprenticeship, hands-on projects and training programs”

To enforce a practical and industry-oriented approach, I do follow various practices and some of the prominent ones are that we have made projects and Internships in the industry (after every even semester) a mandatory part of the curriculum, which helps us to make a strong base of students to work in industries. Also, training is provided to students in their lab sessions and via special workshops to brush up their skills.

What are the approaches you bring in apart from curriculum to teach the students?

“We conduct regular training to upgrade faculties to enhance their existing skills”

Regular training for both students and faculties are organized on regular basis. And faulty development programs are also part of our method to teach students in a better way. 

What makes your college unique in comparison to others?

“Our relationship with our industry partners and infrastructure makes us different”

Our college provides a good environment to work and to learn. I am glad to announce that we are one of the best T- Schools in Central India. We have been awarded Best T-School in the DQ-CMR survey in years 2020 and 2021 consistently. Regular interaction with top industry people is organized which gives us an idea to mold our students into better industry professionals.

What do you see as the greatest strengths of Amity University?

“Our students and their achievements make us strong”

Our strength is derived by various factors such as our industry-driven curriculum in association with Red-Hat and UiPath and Automation Anywhere, positive and open environment for everyone, national-level achievements of our students, etc.

What are some of the biggest challenges you see for higher education in general?

“Limited support to learn latest technologies”

The biggest issues that most institutions are facing with respect to higher education are restricted local opportunity in the IT Sector and commercialization of technology support.

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Any suggestions you would like to give to the current youth and the aspiring students?

“Acquire new skills and make some good connections in college”

I would like to suggest our aspiring students and the young generation keep learning and updating their knowledge base, as knowledge is the only thing that makes them different from others. Be patient and take good care of yourself, have strong connections in personal and professional life.