College Premises Research Articles

Analysis and Design of Superstructure of Bridge Built Through Engineering College Premises

Abstract: The earlier publication from the authors focused on “The bridge through the college” which highlights how contracts and agreements signed many decades ago have to still be respected and fulfilled. A public highway planned to originally be laid on top of a filled-out irrigation canal passing through the campus of a college that commenced in 1977 was later replaced with an elevated bridge that was completed in 2023 and is now open to the public. The first part of the two-stage manuscript elaborated on the conception of the bridge, the general layout, geometry, and construction of this reinforced concrete girder bridge. The challenges associated in the process of engineering and construction as well as the opportunities missed were discussed. The second part of this study details the analysis process of the girders, the static and dynamic bridge loads considered, the code specifications and guidelines followed. The results of the analyses present the strength and service level member forces the bridge girders and slab are subjected to, and the design governing load combination envelopes. The study presents the superstructure girder designs, slab designs and the design methodology followed overall.

Factors affecting Quality of Life (QOL) in students during study in medical institution.

Objective: To determine factors affecting quality of life of the students of medical college and to assess the stress levels, sources of stress, and other determinants of their wellbeing. Study Design: Descriptive Cross–sectional study. Setting: CMH Kharian Medical College, Kharian Cantt. Period: April 2022 to September 2022. Material & Methods: 302 undergraduate MBBS students from 1st Year to final year were selected by nonprobability convenient sampling. Data was collected by self–structured questionnaire. Results: Most of the students enrolled are satisfied with college schedule but the tensions owing to college environment are reason for stress. The extracurricular activities do balance the stress at times. Financial dependence is major stress factor amongst students as well. Most of students are satisfied with facilities in lecture theaters, yet students feel fatigued and need more breaks during their college hours. Another reason for anxiety amongst medical scholars is lack of proper cafeteria and healthy refreshments at college premises. Many students complain of overeating and excessive caffeine intake to relieve stress. Despite various stressors, most are coping with stress. The main factor which is destroying their quality of life is lack of sleep. Loneliness and limited family socializing is enhancing depression in students. The students do find console in fact that they are pursuing medical profession and have no regrets to their decision of becoming a doctor. Conclusion: Our study concludes that medical studies effect quality of life of medical students in terms of less resting time, and limited socializing and other leisure activities. Stress and increased work load are supplementary reasons for disordered eating habits. Financial dependence is also a big factor in increasing stress level. Quality of life (QOL) can be improved by better institutional backing, supportive faculty, student centered curricula and engagement in extra–curricular activities. Quality improvement tools can enhance students’ motivation, as most of the student despite stressful triggers, do not regret their decision of pursuing medical profession.

Morphological and Morphometrical Studies on the Radius and Ulna of Indian Elephant (Elephas maximus indicus)

Background: The fore and hind limbs of the elephant are arranged in an almost vertical position under the body, similar to a pillar or leg of a table rather than being in the angular position seen in many other quadruped mammals to support great weight. The aim of this study was to elucidate the morphological and morphometrical outline on the radius and ulna in Elephants, thereby making more contribution in filling the gap of knowledge and skills framework in this field. Methods: For the present study, the materials from three Indian elephants were used. Some of the specimens were available at the Department of Veterinary Anatomy, Mhow. Few skeletons were dug out from the ground which was buried from the last 5-10 years in the premises of college. Result: The radius was situated obliquely in the anterior aspect of forearm region. Radius had two extremities proximal and distal extremity and a shaft. The distal end of the radius was thick, flattened and slightly prismatic in shape. The ulna was more massive than radius. It had two extremities and a body.

Virtual Tour with Voice Assistant using Extended Reality

We are all aware that virtual reality is a new emerging technology in the modern era. Virtual reality has enormous potential across many industries like Education, Hospitality, Gaming, Army, Tourism, etc. It is the medium of creating our own world, our own customized reality. In this paper, we discussed the extended reality concepts to make the virtual tour of the college campus with real voice assistant service that based on IoT concept. It is the key to experiencing, feeling and touching the college premises, using VR Technology. With this project any of guests want to visit the college premises, He/She can do virtually with our assistant service. In hectic schedules, colleges are facing difficulties during visiting the college to the parents because all faculty members have their other work to do. With this problem, the virtual tour is a solution. So we make the virtual tour with unique voice assistant facility on the concept of IoT technology which will provide the information regarding the place where the visitor will enter for visit by the help of VR Headset.

Evaluating the Undrained Shear Strength of Kalimati Soil Using Field Vane and Unconfined Compression Test; a Study on Applicability of Bjerrum’s Correction Factor

Rapid urbanization and geological challenges in Kathmandu have made it crucial to understand the geotechnical properties of the soil in the region. This study here focuses on the undrained shear strength of silty clay in Kalimati, Kathmandu, and investigates the applicability of Vane Shear tests and its parameters over other shear strength tests from other methods. Geotechnical investigations were carried out at three locations within the Kathmandu Engineering College premises and in-situ and laboratory tests were conducted on undisturbed and disturbed samples. Then the study compared the field vane shear strength, undrained strength from unconfined compression tests, and laboratory vane shear strength of the samples. For the field vane shear test the correction factor as suggested by Bjerrum was used and the results indicate that this method overestimates the shear strength in Kalimati soil, indicating no adjustment is necessary. The findings of this study have important implications for the design and construction of structures in the region, and contribute to a better understanding of the geotechnical properties of Kathmandu soil.

Review of air quality monitoring : Case study of Peenya Industrial area

Increased levels of industrial activity, high growth rates in automobiles and emissions from various sources have caused deterioration in the ambient air around us leaving a deep, harmful impact on our health. In this study we take Peenya industrial area , Bangalore to study meteorological monitoring with different techniques and methodologies, by using advanced sophisticated instruments equipped with digital display and data loggers to produce very accurate data which enables us to provide reports within a short course of time. We are targeting environmental monitoring with respect meteorological monitoring , ambient air and indoor air quality for road projects, hospitals & school/ college premises, pharma industries, MNC’s and software companies to take necessary precautionary measurements on what could be basis to reduce the levels of pollutants which cause various health hazards to human beings.

Concerns Among Parents of Dental Profession Students During Covid -19 Pandemic

Aim: This study was undertaken to assess the concerns of the parents of dental profession students during the COVID-19 pandemic. Materials and methods: In this survey a structured questionnaire was sent to all the participants through Google Fforms. The questionnaire was designed into five sections. The complete questionnaire consisted of 19 questions. In the first section, participants needed to answer demographic information (five Questions). The second part of the questionnaire (four questions) assessed anxiety of parents and the third part was related to their professional career (three questions), the fourth part asked about effective disinfection practices (four questions) in the college premises and hostel, while the fifth part questioned about learning mode (three questions) during COVID-19 pandemic. Results: The total response rate in this present survey was 78.02%. 52.2% of parents stated that they are really anxious and have disturbed mental health. Significant percentages (more than 80%) of the parents were worried about their son/daughter’s career advancement and dental profession but, 87.7% of the parents were not ready to change their son/daughter’s profession. 53.2 % of the parents believed that their wards were unable to learn efficiently without attending college and 44.9 % of the parents were not satisfied in online assessment during COVID- 19 pandemic. Conclusion: Within the limitations of this present study, it was concluded that majority of the parents expressed fear and anxiety about their children’s profession. Regarding the mode of learning, half of the parents expressed concern that their wards were unable to learn efficiently without attending college and clinics and also, they were unsatisfied with online assessment.

​Osteological Study on the Humerus of Indian Elephant (Elephas maximus indicus)

Background: The fore and hind limbs of the elephant are arranged in an almost vertical position under the body, similar to a pillar or leg of a table rather than being in the angular position seen in many other quadruped mammals to support great weight. The aim of this study is to elucidate the osteological outline on the humerus of Elephants, thereby making more contribution in filling the gap of knowledge and skills framework in this field. Methods: For the present study material from three Indian elephants were used. Some of the specimens were available at the Department of Veterinary Anatomy, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Mhow. Few skeletons were dug out from the ground which were buried from last 5-10 years in the premises of College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Mhow. Result: Humerus has a proximal and a distal extremity and a shaft. The shaft was consisted of four surfaces. The cylindrical shaped shaft of humerus was consisted of four surfaces. The Musculo spiral groove was limited by the lateral epicondyloid crest at the posterior surface of the shaft. The deltoid tuberosity was present in the proximal third of the shaft. The proximal extremity was consisted of the head, neck, two tuberosities and the intertubular groove. Distal extremity consisted of two condyles which were unequal in size and separated by a ridge.

Morphological Studies on the Metacarpals of Indian Elephant (Elephas maximus indicus)

Background: The fore and hind limbs of the elephant are arranged in an almost vertical position under the body, similar to a pillar or leg of a table rather than being in the angular position seen in many other quadruped mammals to support great weight. The aim of this study was to elucidate the morphological and morphometrical outline on the metacarpals in Elephants, thereby making more contribution in filling the gap of knowledge and skills framework in this field. Methods: For the present study, the material from three Indian elephants were used. Some of the specimens were available at the Department of Veterinary Anatomy, Mhow. Few skeletons were dug out from the ground which were buried from the last 5-10 years in the premises of college. Result: There were five metacarpal bones lying between the carpal bones (above) and the digits (below). Metacarpals were long bones and each metacarpal consisted of a shaft and two extremities i.e., proximal and distal extremely. The 3rd metacarpal bone was the longest and well developed, while the 2nd and 4th metacarpals were almost equal in length and slightly shorter than the 3rd one.

Smoking habits, attitudes and determinants among university aged population: Comparison of pharmacy and non-pharmacy students from a private university in Lebanon

Objective: To assess the prevalence of smoking among pharmacy students and to analyse how smoking affects pharmacy students’ attitudes towards smoking cessation practices. Methods: An online questionnaire was distributed to students from five schools at the Lebanese International University as part of a cross-sectional study. It looked into sociodemographic identities, smoking attitudes and beliefs, and pharmacy students’ smoking cessation consultation procedures. Results: A total of 1372 students were enrolled in the study (159 pharmacy students and 1213 non-pharmacy students). Almost half of the participants (45.0%) were current smokers, with males accounting for the majority. There was a substantial correlation between knowledge of smoking's health implications and smoking status (p = 0.021). Nonsmoking pharmacy students were more likely than smokers to offer cessation advice (p < 0.0001). Conclusion: A high smoking prevalence was determined among students, which should be addressed by boosting tobacco awareness efforts and enforcing strict anti-smoking policies on college premises.

Question Paper Generator System

Abstract: In this modern world e-book has become a basic requirement for the candidates to appear and prepare for their competitive exams within college premises. In this paper we are proposing a model system for smart question paper generation of universities. The mechanism behind this system is that many random question papers are generated along with the difficulty level of the questions in terms of percentage. After generation that particular quest ion is then mailed to the respective university. In this system administration of the database inputs set of question paper with an option of check box to tick th e correct answer. More ever weightage of the particular question in terms of marks and hours and the complexity of the question is determined. After this process whole question paper along with the weightage is stored in the database. In order to make question paper for 100 marks, admin sets all the weightage and difficulties to solve the problem. As soon as the difficulty and weightage is specified a pre doc file as per selected format will be downloaded to the admin and an electronic mail will be triggered. Range of difficulty may vary from easy, medium and hard.

Effect of Integrated Nutrient Management on Vegetative Growth and Floral Attributes in Gladiolus

The present experiment was conducted to study the effect of nutrient management on vegetative growth and floral attributes in gladiolus cv. saffron at college premises, Horticultural Research cum Instructional farm, College of Agriculture, Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur during the year 2021–22. The experiment was laid out in Randomized Block Design (RBD) with three replications having ten treatment combinations. The result showed that T5 [75% RDF + FYM@12.5 t/ha + 0.3% foliar spray of WSF 13:0:45(Once)] recorded earliest 50% sprouting of corms (12.67d), more number of shoots per plant (1.40), maximum plant height 34.20 cm and 69.07 cm at 25 and 50 DAP respectively) and more number of leaves (2.93 and 5.53 at 25 and 50 DAPrespectively). Similarly in flowering attributes, earliest in spike emergence (69.20d), first floret open (75.40d), more number of spike per plant (1.40), Maximum spike length (78.50 cm) and rachis length (46.23 cm) was observed in treatment T5 (75% RDF + FYM@12.5 t/ha + 0.3% foliar spray of WSF 13:0:45).

Knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding food hygiene among food handlers of eating establishments of a medical college, Pune, Maharashtra: A cross-sectional study

Background: Food handler is any person who handles food, regardless whether he/she actually prepares or serves it. The chances of food getting contaminated depend on their knowledge of food hygiene and its application. Any incidence of food-borne diseases that affect medical students and doctors can result not only in sickness absenteeism but also in case of transmission of pathogen to patients and their relatives which ultimately affect the health care services to a great extent. Therefore, the present study was conducted to assess knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of food hygiene and safety among food handlers of eating establishments of medical college and attached hospital. Materials and Methods: A present, cross-sectional study conducted among all the food handlers of food establishments in the premises of Medical College and attached General Hospital in Pune in June–July 2017 selected by the universal sampling method. They were interviewed with prestructured questionnaire. The data were entered in MS excel and analyzed using Epi Info version 7.2. Results: A total 105 food handlers, mean age of 29.4 ± 11.02 years were enrolled. Maximum study participants 71 (67.6%) had good knowledge, 74 (70.5%) had favorable attitude, and 82 (78.1%) had good practice. There was positive relationship between both knowledge and attitude, knowledge and practice, also attitude and practice. It can be anticipated that as knowledge will increase, attitude, and practice will improve accordingly. Conclusion: Education, training, and the development of food safety certification examinations are the key components in the process of ensuring that food handlers are proficient in and knowledgeable about food safety and sanitation principles.

A analytical study of wind speed distribution at Government first grade college premises in Hosadurga, India

Modelling of wind speed distribution (WSD) has become a necessary step in estimating the wind energy potential of a specific location. The statistical analysis of the potential for wind speed distribution at Government First Grade College [Lat. 13.79° N and Long. 76o28′ E] in Hosadurga city (Karnataka, India) is presented in this article. Over the course of a year, the wind speed at this location was recorded at the elevation of 60 m over ground. The annual WSD have been modelled using the scale parameter (c) and shape parameter (k) from the Weibull probability distribution (WPD). Weibull and normal approaches were used to compute the frequency distribution, which were found to be equivalent. Furthermore, the capacity factors (CFs) for commercially available wind energy conversion systems (WECS) have been evaluated to accomplish the efficient electrical power production in a given location.

An outbreak investigation of dengue in medical students and health care workers in a tertiary care hospital, Pune

Dengue is fast emerging mosquito borne viral disease. There was sudden outbreak of dengue cases among Medical students and Health Care Workers in tertiary care hospital from September to November 2019. Therefore, outbreak investigation carried out and corrective actions taken to halt the outbreak. Study Objectives are to investigate outbreak of dengue cases in medical students and Health Care Workers and to take corrective actions to halt the outbreak.The outbreak investigations of Dengue cases was done as 28 cases were admitted which includes medical students and Health Care Workers in tertiary care hospital from September to November 2019. A thorough search for breeding sites of Aedes mosquito was done in premises of hospital, college and residential area. 5 teams were made consisting of Sanitary Inspector, interns, resident doctors and lecturer. House to house surveys were done for container index in Resident quarters and employees quarters. Health education on prevention of dengue was given to Medical students and Health Care Workers including interns, resident doctors, undergraduate students. Antilarval measures like abating, fogging and spraying of oildone.The mean age was 27.2 years, ranged for 14-68 years. Males 15(53.5%) and Females 13(46.4%). Out of 28,12(42.8%) Undergraduate students, 9(32.1%) Resident doctors and 7(25%) employees. 22(78.5%) NS-1positivecases and 16(57.1%) IgM dengue positive cases. The most common symptom found in this was fever (100%). Thrombocytopenia was most common abnormal laboratory finding which was present in 22(79%) patients out of 28 patients. Out of 22 patients having thrombocytopenia, platelet transfusion was done to 4 patients. Mean duration of stay in the hospital was 4 days.With the corrective measures taken, no new case of dengue was notified in November 2019 among Medical Students and Health Care Workers.

Determinants of physical activity participation among university sport science students

The aim of this study was to identify the possible psychosocial and environmental factors that influence physical activity participation and to collect suggestions for increasing physical activity and reducing inactivity in a representative sample of college sport science students. The study was conducted through qualitative research design. By using a semi-structured questioning method, eight focus group discussions on 100 college sport science students aged 18-30 years (50 females, 50 males) was conducted on College premises. The data collected were analyzed in an inductive method. Study participants pointed out numerous barriers such as self-efficacy, enjoyment of physical activity, parental support/modeling, participation in sport teams, sport facilities, peer pressure, residency, busy class schedule, self-discipline, lack of time and skills to be significant correlates of physical activity participation. Sport Science professionals and researchers can use the information obtained from this study to plan and implement interventions, strategies and policies for encouraging engagement in physical activity and reducing sedentary activities. Future physical activity programs such as fulfilling sporting facilities in college premises, recruiting students based on their interest and sporting abilities, facilitating campus yoga practice, and encouraging student sporting races. These encourage the creation of effective and tailored action strategies to increase physical activity and reduce inactivity among sport science students.

Front Desk Humanoid Officer Using CNN Algorithm

This paper presents an example of using front desk humanoid officer that is a receptionist at college. A Raspberry pi-based face recognition, face mask detection is provided. When this robot used in check in process reduces cost and can be used as a great alternative for human receptionist in this growing pandemic era. This system provides security by avoiding possible unauthorized people entering into college premises and also assist visitors with route map to department.

Visual status among undergraduate students: Findings from an emerging university in Saudi Arabia.

BackgroundRefractive error is an important preventable cause of visual impairment and blindness worldwide. In adult life, reduced vision can potentially affect the academic performance, choice of occupation and socio-economic status. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of refractive errors and related visual impairment among undergraduate male students in Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University in Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia.MethodsA descriptive cross-sectional study was employed in the current work. After obtaining an informed consent; each eligible student was asked to fill a self-constructed survey and have screened in the college premises for visual acuity and refractive error. Candidates detected with defective vision have been referred for further examination at well-equipped ophthalmology clinic in the University Hospital.ResultsA total of 420 undergraduate students, with age ranged from 18 to 30 years, have participated in the current study. About 25.0% of the participants have used spectacles at the time of examination. Positive family history of spectacles use was found in 71.4%. Our study showed that visual acuity in the better eye was low in 34.76% of the participants. Seventy-eight students (18.6%) of the total participants reported defective vision and have fulfilled refractometric examination. Of the examined students 83.3% were found to have refractive errors. Astigmatism, 52.6%, was the most frequently encountered refractive error among the participants; followed by myopia, 26.9%; and hypermetropia 2.6%.ConclusionThe current study confirms that refractive error is an important preventable cause of visual impairment. Significant portion of the examined participants were found to have refractive errors recommending further work to improve visual status in undergraduate students.

Analysis of Biochemical Parameters and APTI of Neem (Azadirachta indica) and Sajina (Moringa oleifera) Plants during Monsoon and Winter Seasons in Purulia Town, WB, India

A survey was undertaken to evaluate the biochemical parameters like chlorophyll, carbohydrate, ascorbic acid, APTI of Neem (Azadirachta indica) and Sajina (Moringa oleifera) plants and sample leaves were collected during two different seasons like monsoon of 2019 and winter of 2020, from ten different sites of Purulia town like Nistarini College premises, Deshbandhu Road near Raghabpur more, Station para (near Maheswari lodge), Railway station and surrounding areas, Bus stand to Taxi stand, Gopal More, Zilla School More, Bhatbandh, Goshala More, Bongabari. All of these areas are either in the vicinity of heavily vehicle burdened roads or railway station. Neem (Azadirachta indica) and Sajina (Moringa oleifera) plants were selected as these plants are very commonly found in this area. Carbohydrate in Neem leaves were significantly higher during monsoon at all sites excluding Station Para, Gopal More and Bhatbandh where no significant differences were noticed. Carbohydrate levels were reduced during winter in Nistarini College Premises, Railway Station, Bus Stand to Taxi Stand, Bhatbandh and Goshala More but reverse results were observed during winter in leaves samples collected from Station Para and Zilla School More. Air Pollution Tolerance Index (APTI) indicates the tolerance capacity of plants species to air pollution and can be calculated to categorize sensitive, intermediate and tolerant species. Lowest and highest APTI value for Neem leaves during monsoon were recorded from Gopal More (13.88) and Goshala More (17.84) respectively while during winter season lowest APTI value of same species was observed in Deshbandhu Road (5.96) but highest value was experienced from Zilla School More (20.56). In case of Sajina leaves, during monsoon, maximum APTI was noticed in Nistarini College premises (15.97) and minimum value was recorded from Goshala More (12.72). In winter season lowest APTI was noticed in Bus stand to Taxi stand area (10.12) and highest value was from Station para near Maheswari Lodge (16.59).

Entry Monitoring System

In many times we have encountered the entry of strangers pretending as parents, entering into college premises and creating issues. To avoid these kinds of issues, security guards and surveillance cameras alone are not enough and this cannot be controlled unless the entry of people record is computerized and details of the person are recorded. In this computerized system, software is created to enter the details and the reason for the visitor to visit. In this software, the details of the visitor will be updated in a secure manner and be stored for any future reference. If the visitors have vehicles, the vehicle details are also should be given in the request page. In this computerized method, all the details will be given in prior by the guest and will be saved securely for future reference. The entry monitoring system will import details from the administrative data processing office, the affirmed work power database as an essential inquiry table. In the end, we can know all the details about the visitors like their purpose to visit, the person they like to meet, the duration of their stay inside the campus, everything stored in our database securely in case of ant future needs.