ABOUT THE COLLEGE AICTE Training and Learning

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE Sona College of Technology, one of the top-ranking

Chief Patron
engineering colleges in India, has achieved global [ATAL]
identity through its involvement in research in recent
Mr. C. Valliappa, Chairman, technology and successful completion of projects and
Sona f Institutions, Salem products. Situated in Salem, Tamilnadu, the southern
part of India. The college offers Bachelor of Engineering,
Patrons
Master of Engineering and Doctoral Degree (Ph.D) in all
Mr. Chocko Valliappa, Vice-Chairman,
Sona Institutions, Salem major disciplines. Sona, which is an ISO Certified
Mr. Thyagu Valliappa, Vice-Chairman, Institution, is known for its rich tradition and high Six days Faculty
Sona Institutions, Salem values bestowed upon it by its Founder Chairman,
Thiru. M.S. Chockalingam. The "AICTE – CII Award for Development Programme
Best Industry – Linked Technical Institute in India” for
President six times and an acclaimed 'A++' grade by 'NAAC' stand
on
Dr.S.R.R. Senthil Kumar, Principal,
Sona College of Technology, Salem
testimony to the commitment of the college to impart
quality education. Sona is a proud recipient of
“Advancing Healthcare with
Coordinator
“Edupreneurs Award” from MHRD, New Delhi, for Robotics : Rehabilitation
Emerging Global Destination for Education. It is yet
Dr. S. Prabakar, Professor & HOD,
Department of Biomedical Engineering,
another milestone in the success story of the institute. Therapy & Sports
All eligible Undergraduate and Post Graduate
Sona College of Technology, Salem
prabakar.bme@sonatech.ac.in programmes are accredited by NBA. Sona College of Medicine”
Technology is equipped with world class infrastructure
Co-Coordinators and highly qualified and experienced faculty members. 09.12.2024 To 14.12.2024
With Lecture Capture System, Blackboard and other
Mr.V.Loganathan, Assistant Professor,
advanced e-learning tools. With over 36+ R&D Centres,
Dept. of Biomedical Engineering / 9629236236 the college nurtures research culture in all evolving Organized by
loganathan.bme@sonatech.ac.in areas of science and technology. Department of
Mr.K.Manikandan, Assistant Professor,
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
Biomedical Engineering
Dept. of Biomedical Engineering / 9940175742
manikandan.bme@sonatech.ac.in The department of Biomedical Engineering was
established in the year 2019. The department
constitutes skilled faculty professionals with high
Coordinator
academic records. The various lab facilities like
Six days Faculty Development Programme on
Biochemistry & Human Physiology laboratory,
“Advancing Healthcare with Robotics: Pathology and Microbiology laboratory, Biomedical
Rehabilitation Therapy & Sports Instrumentation laboratory, Digital Signal Processing
Medicine” laboratory, Medical Image Processing, Diagnostic and SONA COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
Department of BME Therapeutic Equipment laboratory were constructed (An Autonomous Institution)
with the state of art equipment and best infrastructure (Approved by AICTE, New Delhi, & Affiliated to Anna University, Chennai)
SONA COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY NAAC Accredited ‘A++’ Grade, 2(f) & 12(B) Status by UGC, ISO
(An Autonomous Institution) facilities which influences the learning abilities of the 9001:2015 Certified, NBA Accredited,
(Approved by AICTE, New Delhi, & Affiliated to Anna University, Chennai) students. The department has regular interactions with FIST Funded (DST) SIRO (DSIR)
NAAC Accredited ‘A++’ Grade, 2(f) & 12(B) Status by UGC, ISO leading hospitals and renowned Medical Equipment Junction Main Road, Salem – 636005.
9001:2015 Certified, NBA Accredited, FIST Funded (DST) SIRO
(DSIR), Junction Main Road, Salem – 636005. industries Training, Internship, Projects, and Research.
ABOUT ATAL GENERAL GUIDELINES Vision and Mission of the Department
The AICTE Training and Learning (ATAL) initiative is 1. The faculty members, Research scholars & PG
designed to support and enhance the professional Scholars of the AICTE approved institutions and VISION: To excel in Biomedical Engineering education and
development of faculty members in technical institutions. It multidisciplinary research and produce competent
Industry Personnel are Eligible to Participate. biomedical professionals to cater to the needs of industry
aims to provide faculty with the tools and resources
necessary to improve their skills and knowledge needed 2. NO REGISTRATION FEE is required for and society in a changing and challenging world.
and enhance their teaching practices to stay current with Participants.
advancements in their fields. MISSION:
3. The certificates shall be issued to those participants  To produce next generation biomedical professionals
who are registered on ATAL portal
ATAL focuses on establishing training centres and https://atalacademy.aicte-india.org/ and attend the who have successful career and provide clinically
resources in technical institutions to facilitate ongoing program with minimum 80% attendance and score translatable solutions with ethical values for the global
learning and development, ultimately aiming to elevate the minimum 70% marks in the test. needs.
overall quality of technical education. Through its various  To foster discovery centered environment by nurturing
4. After registering, please submit a scanned copy of
programmes and support structures, ATAL helps faculty the completed registration form to the co-coordinator the integration of engineering, life-sciences, and
members achieve their goals and better serve their (loganathan.bme@sonatech.ac.in) medicine for empowering the graduates.
students.  To establish Centres of Excellence in the emerging
5. The program runs online from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
areas of Biomedical Engineering and state-of-the-art
FDP Objectives 6. Minimum 100 participants and Maximum No Limit infrastructure for triggering the inherent talents of our
for the FDP. students and leveraging applied research.
 Gain knowledge of the latest advancements in robotic
technology and their applications in healthcare, 7. Feedback must be shared by participants through  To inculcate and cultivate the entrepreneurial attitude
including the capabilities and limitations of current portal available on their login. and leadership through the knowledge and skills in
robotic systems. cutting edge technologies through alliances with
IMPORTANT DATES
industry and research organizations.
 Acquire practical skills and strategies for Last date for Registration: 05.12.2024
incorporating robotic technologies into clinical SCOPE OF THE FDP:
practice, including training and workflow integration Intimation of Selection : 06.12.2024
for healthcare professionals. Date of FDP: 09.12.2024 – 14.12.2024 (6 Days)
This FDP Encompasses a broad range of topics to provide a
 Explore the ethical and regulatory issues surrounding comprehensive understanding of robotics in healthcare. It
the use of robotics in healthcare, including patient RESOURCE PERSONS begins with an overview of the history and current trends
consent, data privacy, and the impact on the The program features distinguished experts from top- of robotic technologies, as well as future prospects in the
healthcare workforce. tier national institutes including IITs, NITs, CSIR Labs, field. Participants will explore technological innovations,
Super specialty Hospitals, Relevant Core Industries including surgical, diagnostic, and rehabilitation robotics,
 Learn to assess the clinical outcomes and benefits of and leading medical research labs. Resource persons and learn about their integration into existing healthcare
robotic-assisted procedures and rehabilitation, are also drawn from top NIRF-ranked institutions as
systems. The program also covers practical aspects, such as
focusing on patient safety, efficacy, and quality of well as advanced computing technology organizations.
care. developing training programs for healthcare professionals
TARGET AUDIENCE and incorporating robotics into clinical workflows. Ethical
 Develop a comprehensive understanding of how Faculty from the faculty members, Research scholars & and regulatory considerations, including patient consent
robotics is integrated into various healthcare PG Scholars of the AICTE approved institutions and and data security, are examined to address the broader
settings, including surgical procedures, patient Industry Personnel in relevant science and implications of robotics in healthcare. Finally, the FDP
engineering fields can participate. looks at ongoing research, interdisciplinary collaboration,
rehabilitation, and diagnostic imaging.
and future directions to prepare participants for the
evolving landscape of healthcare robotics.