About the Department
The Department of Information Technology at Ganapathy Chettiar College of Engineering and Technology offers a future-focused and industry-driven academic environment. It is committed to producing IT professionals who are skilled, adaptable, and ethically grounded. The department is equipped with highly qualified faculty, modern computing resources, and a strong industry-academia interface. It promotes a dynamic learning environment that fosters creativity, innovation, and technical excellence.
About the Course & Curriculum
The B.Tech. in Information Technology is a 4-year undergraduate program that blends computer science fundamentals with applications in information systems, software development, and data technologies. The curriculum is aligned with the latest trends in digital transformation and industry requirements.
Structured under Anna University and approved by AICTE, the program emphasizes a balance of theory, hands-on lab sessions, industry internships, certifications, and final year project work.
Key subjects include
- Mobile Application Development
- Information Security and Cyber Laws
- Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
- Cloud Computing and Internet of Things (IoT)
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Data Analytics and Business Intelligence
About the Laboratory Facilities
The IT department has state-of-the-art computer labs with advanced software and high-speed internet to support all practical components of the curriculum.
Major labs include:
- Programming Lab
- Database Lab
- Web and Mobile Application Lab
- Network and Security Lab
- AI and Data Analytics Lab
- Cloud and Virtualization Lab
- Software Engineering Lab
- Open Source Technology Lab
Students also have access to cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud), virtual labs, and tools like Git, Jenkins, MySQL, MongoDB, Tableau, and Power BI.
- To deliver high-quality education in information technology through industry-aligned curriculum and practical exposure.
- To develop innovative, responsible, and globally employable IT professionals.
- To foster research, collaboration, and entrepreneurial skills in the digital domain.
To become a leading department in imparting cutting-edge knowledge and solutions in the field of information technology, empowering students to transform the future with digital innovation.
Information Technology graduates are highly sought-after in a wide range of industries and sectors:
- Software Development & App Development
- Database Administration & Data Analytics
- Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking
- Web and Full Stack Development
- Cloud Computing and DevOps
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- IT Consulting and Business Analysis
- Government & Public Sector (NIC, DRDO, TNPSC, UPSC)
- Startups and Digital Product Companies
- Higher Studies (M.E., M.Tech, MBA, MS) and Research Abroad
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 (HSC) or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Admissions are through Anna University’s TNEA counseling process or Management Quota, following Tamil Nadu Government regulations.