FAQs

I am a XII standard student and plan to take up ECE (electronics and communication engineering). Can you list the advantages of this group over computer science, and in what way is it different from the latter. What can I do after my graduation? What are the necessary requirements to pursue a postgraduate degree in IIT?

Madhan Arora

New Delhi

Both the options, ECE and computer science in engineering are good. You need to decide and choose the option most convenient and suitable to your interest.

The general eligibility criterion for a postgraduate course in IIT will be based on the GATE percentile (where applicable) and the performance in a test and/or an interview to be conducted at the institute.

Candidates with a B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg.)/M.Sc. degree or equivalent in appropriate branches and a high GATE score are eligible to apply for various programmes in M.Tech.

I am a postgraduate teacher in commerce teaching accountancy at level two. In order to improve my knowledge of the subject, I would like to take-up some diploma course or certificate courses related to accountancy. Would you please give me the details about such programmes and the institutes offering those courses, which are recognised by the government?

M. Rajeev

Patna

You can opt for any of the specialisations such as CA, CS, ICWA, CMA and MBA. These are professional courses that will further augment your qualification.

You can pursue MBA either by qualifying through the CAT exam or by applying to any other local college or university. Pursuing the same through correspondence is another option available.

You can correspond with the concerned institutes at the following addresses: For CA, you can write to: The Joint Director of Studies, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, 16/77 Civil Lines, Kanpur-208001.

For ICWA, you can correspond with: Eastern Regional Council of the ICWA, ICWA Bhawan, 84, Hrishikesh Mukherjee Road, Calcutta- 700025.For CS, you can write to: 'ICSI House,' 22 Institutional Area, Lodi Road, New Delhi-110003.

You can otherwise subscribe to journals of professional bodies such as CA, CWA where government rules, regulations and current issues are highlighted.

CFA journals like CFA Analyst; ICFAI Reader and Effective Executive deal with various issues in the financial sector along with accountancy issues. You can also subscribe to similar websites to enhance your knowledge base.

I am a 12th standard student and interested in drawing cartoons. Can you kindly list the names and addresses of institutions offering training courses in cartooning?

John Daneal

Goa

You can opt for various diploma and graduate courses that train you in the art. Vishva-Bharati at Shantiniketan offers a graduate course (Bachelor of Fine Arts).

The duration of the course is for five-years and those who have completed their higher secondary (intermediate or plus two) can apply for the study programme.

The institute also offers a diploma course in graphic arts, fine arts and crafts design, and drawing and painting, the duration of which is also of five-years.

The eligibility criterion is similar to that of the graduate course. Institutes such as ZICA at Mumbai and the Heart Animation academy in Hyderabad provide training in computer animation and graphics. Apart from these institutions, you could garner information about local institutes and polytechnics that offer similar training programmes.

I am a 2nd year B.Tech (Mechanical) student. What are the future prospects of the course? Is there any scope for further studies after the course? I would also like to take-up some computer courses that would be beneficial to me.

Vikram Thomas Rajan

Andamans

Mechanical engineers probably have the maximum number of employment opportunities. In the government sector, some of the largest employers include the Indian Railways and the Armed Forces.

In the public and private sector almost all industries require mechanical engineers. Maximum openings exist in the sectors of power generation, automobile, and machine tools. There are various options open to you after completion of the course.

You can pursue an M.Tech in mechanical, aeronautical, aerospace, or automobile engineering. CAD and CAM are some of the computer courses that will enhance your mechanical engineering background.

These courses are offered at Aptech and NIIT. For further course details, you can correspond with the nearest Aptech or NIIT centre.

I am pursuing a postgraduate diploma in library automation and networking through distance education. I want to know what the job opportunities are in this field after completion of the course? Also let me know the course I need to take up to enhance my present educational qualification?

Kiruthiga

Via Email

You can opt for jobs in public and special libraries. Industries, IT companies, management and consulting companies provide a wide scope for librarians. Most of the libraries have begun to use computers.

You can further learn Web-based courses in addition to your course on LAN. By actively participating in library associations like the Indian Library Association (ILA), or the one in your state, like the Tamil Nadu Librarian's Association (TLA), Madras Library Association (MALA), you can update yourself on the professional front and the job opportunities available.

I am a Physics (Hon) graduate and want to take-up M.Sc in plasma physics. Please list the universities offering the course?

Raghwan

New Delhi

Plasma Physics is the basic subject underlying astrophysics and space physics. It utilises classical mechanics, electromagnetic theory and statistical physics.

Most of the universities offer physics and plasma physics as an optional subject in the second year of M.Sc. Punjabi University, Patiala offers M.Sc in physics with plasma physics as an optional in the second year.

If you are keenly interested in the subject, you can pursue a doctorate (Ph.D.) course in the same. A research course in the subject is offered at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Physical Research, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad and the Institute of Plasma Research, Gandhi Nagar. You can write to the respective institutes for further details.

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