The Faculty of Computer Applications and Information Technology (FCAIT) at GLS University is committed to fostering holistic development in its students by blending academic learning with practical industry exposure. Recognizing the importance of real-world experience in shaping well-rounded professionals, FCAIT actively encourages students to participate in industrial tours as a component of their education.
On 13th-14th August 2024, second-year students from FCAIT embarked on an educational industrial visit to two notable locations in Gandhinagar: Dandi Kutir and the Bhaskaracharya Institute for Space Applications and Geoinformatics (BISAG-N). This visit aimed to provide practical exposure to students, complementing their academic curriculum with real-world insights into cultural heritage preservation and geospatial technologies. The students were deeply engaged by the digital recreation of the Dandi March, which demonstrated how technology can be applied to preserve and present historical narratives in a captivating manner. This visit highlighted for students the role of IT in making history more accessible and relevant to contemporary audiences, inspiring them to consider creative uses of technology in their own fields. The next stop was BISAG-N, a leading institute under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, known for its work in space applications, geoinformatics, and remote sensing.
On 5th and14th September 2024, first-year students visited the Amul Plant in Anand and the Amul Chocolate Plant in Mogar. This visit was designed to give students practical insights into the functioning of one of India’s most iconic brands in the dairy and chocolate manufacturing industries. The visit to the Amul Plant introduced students to the processes involved in milk collection, processing, packaging, and distribution. Plant officials provided an in-depth explanation of the technology and machinery used, giving students a comprehensive understanding of the operations that drive a large-scale dairy industry.
The combined visits to Dandi Kutir, BISAG-N, and the Amul plant in Anand and Mogar successfully enriched students’ learning experiences by bridging the gap between theory and practice. These industrial tours not only enhanced the students' understanding of cutting-edge technologies but also inspired them to explore innovative applications in their future work. This initiative serves as a key element in the department’s mission to cultivate technologically adept and socially conscious graduates, ready to make meaningful contributions in their respective fields.