Introduction
The Department of Chemistry launched its journey in 1998 as General subject. Currently it is running ahead with several subjects in combination such as Physics, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, Biotechnology along with Microbiology, to educate the local as well as foreign students to reach the poor people of society. By which the education level of the poor familiar was enhanced by making available at very minimum economic conditions. There is demand amongst students for opting Chemistry as Honours subject. There are at present Around 250 sanctioned seats for including various mentioned combinations. There are 3 full time teachers (College sponsored) in the Department. The Department has produced innumerable students throughout the years. Many students of the Department have established themselves in various sectors, especially as accomplished teachers in various Schools and Colleges, MNC’s, Research, Pharmaceuticals, etc and keep touch with the Department as Alumni. Chemistry has raising interest in the daily life of all people to create an awareness chemistry as one major subject is introduced. Besides teaching, the Department organizes extension activity, industrial visits, workshops, a bridge to industrial knowledge, guest lectures class wise seminar, debate and prepares students for Quiz competition and Group discussion, so that they can keep pace with the time. The students can express their views independently through their writing in the wall Magazine and teachers guide them properly in this regard. Above all, the faculty members are always ready to render all possible assistance and guidance to students within and outside the campus as and when required. Consequently, students get through the final examination with flying colours every year and go for further higher studies.
Courses offered
B.Sc with Curricular combinations of
- Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics (PCM)
- Chemistry, Botany & Zoology (CBZ)
- Microbiology, Chemistry & Zoology (MCZ)
- Biotechnology, Chemistry & Botany (BCB)
- Biotechnology, Chemistry & Zoology (BCZ)
Course Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters)
Departmental Highlights
- DEPARTMENTAL LIBRARY: Department has got well established library with a No of 72 books. A Record of Library books and Issue Register is maintained library books are regularly used by the staff members and the students of chemistry department. Separate issue register is maintained for students and staff members.
- DEPARTMENT LABS: Three separate labs are available as Organic, Inorganic, and Physical. Complete week labs will be engaged morning and afternoon sessions. Labs are also utilized for approved student’s research projects. The equipment’s used are modern and updated.
- E- RESOURCES AVAILABLE:
- Hindawi: Journal of Chemistry
- Science direct: Food chemistry
- Elsevier journals: Biophysical-chemistry
- Science direct: Trends in analytical chemistry
- Springeropen
- Trade Science: Analytical chemistry
- Research Activity – Many Students are working on Minor Projects under the Potential Guidance of Faculties. Students are encouraged to do extra project works and given exposure to national/international conferences where they expose their research work through poster presentations, oral presentations etc. in the year 2019-2020 our students have presented many posters and papers in national and state level conferences and bagged prizes.
- Mr. Glanish Jude Martis of II B.Sc BCZ Won Silver Medal in National level oral paper presentation at Goa university “Preparation of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles and its application in Dental Science” Under the Guidance of Dr. Jenita E P, Mrs. Divya S Nayak, And Dr. Praveen Mugali.
- Mr. Subramanya Hegde Of III B.Sc BCZ Won First Place in Poster Presentation at FMKMC College Madikeri, “Antioxidant And Antimicrobial Activities of Annona muricata” Under the Guidance of Dr. Vishwanatha and Mrs. Divya S Nayak.
- Apart from this many students have presented their work in national level conferences, and also our faculty members have attended National, International and State Level Seminars, Conference, Workshops Etc.
Teaching Faculties
| Name | Designation | Qualification | Experience | Photo |
| Mrs. Akshatha | Asst. Professor & HOD | M.Sc, KSET | 07 Years |  |
| Mrs. Priya | Asst. Professor | M.Sc, KSET | 05 Years |  |
| Ms. Shilpa Kumari | Asst. Professor | M.Sc, B.Ed | 06 Years |  |
Academic Achievements
| Batch | Name | Course | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Arpeetha Basappa Kattimani | PCM | 7th |
| Nireeksha | BCB | 8th | |
| 2019 | Samreen Tayyaba MS | PCM | 6th |
| 2018 | Vidyashree Shripal Badiger | PCM | 8th |
| 2016 | Rollin Preethavaz | PCM | 3rd |
| 2015 | Shruthi | PCM | 7th |
| 2013 | Sahana TG | PCM | 3rd |
| Radhika Rao | PCM | 10th | |
| 2012 | Aruna | PCM | 2nd |
| Swathi. N | PCM | 4th |
Cocurricular Achievements
Placements
Departmental Activities
- An extension and SEE program was conducted by Chemistry (UG) department at Jain Junior College MoodubidIreon 28/12/2024 on the topic “An practical approach to theoretical knowledge” by 15 students of B.Sc. under the guidance of Mrs. Akshatha and Mrs. Priya. Where students have presented several activities for PUC students such as Quiz, Chem-Magic, Mind Games and also provided them with basic knowledge in Chemistry.
Contact
Mrs. Akshatha (HOD): 9743428375
chemistry.ug@alvascollege.com
