Mathematics

Innovative Learning & Student Engagement

• We provide strategic planning, budgeting, and a comprehensive induction program to ensure students are well-prepared for academic life, with a bridge course to ease transitions into advanced topics.
• Regular meetings, diagnostic surveys, and assessments track student progress, identify learning gaps, and enable timely interventions for continuous improvement.
• Assignments, student research projects, and the departmental library encourage critical thinking, independent learning, and intellectual curiosity, allowing students to explore and showcase their achievements.
• Remedial sessions and special attention for slow learners ensure that every student gets the support they need to master key concepts and succeed academically.
• Research and technology integration through student and junior research projects, along with tools like LCDs and CAL packages, inspire students to innovate and apply their learning to real-world problems.
• A wide range of assessments, including unit tests and question banks, ensures thorough preparation and gives students the opportunity to reflect on their learning through constructive feedback.
• Faculty mentorship provides personalized guidance to students, supporting both academic and personal growth while fostering an engaging learning environment.
• Parent-teacher communication builds a strong support network, ensuring that students receive holistic care and guidance throughout their academic journey.
• Co-curricular activities and workshops expose students to career opportunities in mathematics, helping them connect academic learning to real-world professions.
• The department encourages regular participation in seminars, guest lectures, and workshops to broaden students’ horizons and introduce them to new ideas and trends in mathematics.
• Interactive platforms like TED lectures, short-term certificate courses, and power point presentations help deepen understanding while stimulating intellectual curiosity and global perspectives.
• We promote student engagement through group discussions, quizzes, study circles, and other activities that foster teamwork, critical thinking, and creative expression.

Holistic Student Development and Engagement

• The curriculum is designed to be relevant and engaging, linking classroom learning to real-world applications.
• TED Talks, research videos, and short-term certificate courses deepen students’ understanding and expand their global perspectives.
• Value education helps shape well-rounded individuals by instilling essential ethics, responsibility, and respect.
• Interactive classroom activities such as seminars, quizzes, and PowerPoint presentations enhance leadership, public speaking, and critical thinking skills.
• Study circles and group discussions promote collaborative learning, making complex concepts easier to understand through peer interaction.
• Extra-curricular activities encourage creativity, teamwork, and personal development beyond academics.
• The SIGMA Association provides a platform for students to collaborate, share projects, and showcase their mathematical talents.
• Guest lectures, alumnae interactions, and national seminars keep students connected to industry trends and offer mentorship and career insights.
• Extension activities engage students in community outreach, applying mathematical knowledge for social impact.
• The "Maths for Schoolchildren" program ignites curiosity and passion for mathematics in young minds, helping shape future leaders in the field.

Best Practices

• Regular parent-teacher and one-on-one interactions provide personalized guidance and ensure continuous support for academic and personal growth.
• Value presentations and showcasing the contributions of renowned mathematicians inspire students to aim for excellence and contribute meaningfully.
• Feedback from stakeholders helps refine teaching methods, ensuring an improved learning experience for students.
• Group discussions and current affairs presentations connect mathematical concepts to real-world challenges, broadening student perspectives.
• Community empowerment initiatives encourage students to apply their mathematical knowledge to create a positive social impact.

Webinars and Motivational Talks

• Department of Mathematics and IQAC in association with Manipal Institute of Technology organized One Day National Seminar on “Computational Mathematics: in Navigating Complex Real World Issues"  on 29th August 2024.
• One day National seminar was organized on “Scientific Heritage of India” in association with Dept. of Physics, Dept. of Sanskrit, and Centre of Excellence for Indian Knowledge Systems, IIT Kharagpur with support of AICTE-IKS division New Delhi, Physics Teachers association of Mangalore University on 26-02-2024.
• Organized a webinar on "Mathematics and Common Sense" in association with Pilikula Regional Science Centre, Mangalore, on 9th December 2022.
• Under MoU  the Department of Mathematics organized a webinar on “ALGORITHMS AND MATHEMATICS” in Association with the Department of Mathematics, St. Joseph Engineering College, Mangaluru on 12/02/2022 in Online mode.
• Hosted a motivational talk on "Indian Culture and Its Significance in Real Life" by Mr. Thirumalesh Rao N. K on 3rd November 2022 under the SDM Social Responsibility Initiative.
• Arranged a program on "Bhagavad Gita and Life Values" by Dr. Ramachandra Purohit, Assistant Professor, Department of Sanskrit, on 13th December 2021 as a part of its social responsibility efforts.

 Workshops and Skill Development

• On 10-02-2024  a workshop on “ Know about-M.S.Word “ was organized in Computer Lab. Mr. SatheeshChandra P.D was the Chief Guest of the Programme, he emphasized the importance of the computer skills in getting an employed in IT Industry.
•  Conducted a 20-day workshop on Python programming to enhance technical skills.
• Hosted a district-level workshop, "Unique Workshop for 8th to 10th Std Students of Belthangady, Puttur, and Bantwal," on 9th February 2012.
• Organized a “One-Day Workshop on Mathematics and Origami” for B.Sc. students on 7th March 2013.
• Conducted a one-day program for National Mathematical Year (NMY) 2012 on 14th December 2012.

Student Engagement and Community Outreach

• B.Ganesh Nayak has delivered a talk on “Mathematics application in Real Life” as a part of “Expand Lecture Series” at SDM Secondary High School, Ujire on 30-12-2024.
• Ms. Akshatha B has delivered a talk on “Matrices and its applications in daily life” as a part of  “Expand Lecture Series” at SDM Secondary High School, Ujire on 30-12-2024 
• Ms. Akshatha B has delivered a talk on “History of Graph Theory and it’s Applications in Real Life” as a part of “Expand Lecture Series” at SDM High School, Belal on 19-12-2024.
• share lecture series programme arranged to SDM Kannada Medium  School, Dharmasthala. HOD Mr. B.Ganesh Nayak delivered a talk on “Easy Mathematics” on 3/11/2023.  
• Mr. B.Ganesh Nayak has delivered  a talk on ‘EASY –MATH’ Techniques’ to Government High School students of Badanaje village, Belthangady Taluk under Share lecture series programme on 23-12-2021.
• B.Sc. students gave a demonstration on mathematical models to pupils of SDM State English Medium School, Ujire, on 24th July 2020.
• Conducted a guest talk on “Application of Matrices” by Ms. Akshatha, B., for 8th Std. students of SDM Kannada Medium School, Belal, on 18th February 2020.
• Guided high school students in preparing three mathematics projects under the "SDM Incubator Program" from 31st March to 5th April 2017.

 Expert Sessions

• Organized a guest lecture on " The Role of Mathematics in Civil Engineering" by Dr. Raveesh Padumale  Head and Associate Professor of  Civil  dept, SDMIT, Ujire on 24-12-2024
• Organized a guest lecture on "Application of Mathematics in Engineering and Real Life" by Dr. Sandeep R, Professor, Dept. of ECE, SDMIT, Ujire on 12/07/2024.
• Organised a guest lecture on “Matheamtics is  the Language of Universe” by Dr. Harsha A.J  Assistant Professor in Mathematics, St. Joseph Engineering College, Vamanjoor, Mangaluru, on the eve of National Matheamtics Day celebration on 12-02-2024.
• Organized the a Guest Lecture on “ Application of Mathematics in Engineering” by Dr. Subrahmanya Bhat, Assistant Professor, SDMIT College, Ujire on 01 September 2023.
• Organized guest lecture by Prof. T. Prakash Prabhu on the topic “Maths, Music and Fun” was organized on 26-11-2021.
• Hosted a guest talk by alumnus Mr. Narashima Shenoy, Senior Principal Engineer at Collins Aerospace, Bangalore, on "The Relevance of Mathematics in Industry" on 7th December 2019.
• Inaugurated the “SIGMA Association” with a guest lecture on "Number Theory – Results on Quotient Residues" by Dr. Shivaraj Kumar from NIT Mysore on 10th July 2019.

Special Initiatives and Add-on Courses

• On 10-02-2024 a Workshop on “Know about- Google Suit “ was organized in Computer Lab. Mr. SatheeshChandra P.D was the Chief Guest of the Programme.
• Organized a one-day workshop “Learn Math through Origami” to commemorate the birth anniversary of Srinivasa Ramanujan, where Dr. Adelaide D’sa demonstrated constructing mathematical models through paper folding on 22/12/2022.
• Conducted an add-on course on SCILAB & MAXIMA for B.Sc. students on 8th January 2020, where 25 students successfully completed the program under the guidance of Ms. Akshatha, B., and Ms. Poojitha Varma Jai

• Ganesh Nayak B, published in the Asian Journal of Multimedia Research (UGC recognized) with an impact factor of SJIF 2013, 4.708, focuses on advancing teaching, learning, and research through the introduction of General Mathematics.
• Ganesh Nayak B, featured in Pertinent Probes – Research Articles (ISBN: 978-93-84539-12-2), highlights the empowerment of knowledge through skill development in this multidisciplinary work.
• Ganesh Nayak B, published in Innovation and Digitalization – Strategies for Global Collaboration (ISBN: 978-93-84734-83-1) by St. Agnes College, Mangalore, examines the impact of digital transformation on higher education in leading degree colleges of Belthangady Taluk.
• In 2024, Ms. Akshatha B authored a paper titled "Magic Sigma Coloring of Bridged Graphs". It was published in the Recent development in the MATHEMATICAL SCIENCE, ISBN-13. 978-8197424410 , pages: 76-89.

• Ganesh Nayak B, published in ANVESAK, Sardar Patel Institute of Economic and Social Research (Volume: 52, Issue: 8(1), Pages: 74–83, ISSN: 0378-4568, Impact Factor: 6.20), explores the impact of Covid-19 on the mental health of faculties and students of higher education institutions in Dakshina Kannada District.
• Ganesh Nayak B and Akshatha B, published in the AEGAEUM JOURNAL (Volume: 09, Issue: 6, Pages: 220–225, ISSN: 0776-3808, Impact Factor: 6.1), present a study on the inculcation of ethnomathematics in mathematics education.
  Ganesh Nayak B and Akshatha B, featured in the International Journal of Multidisciplinary Educational Research (Volume: 09, Issue: 11(1), Pages: 62–69, ISSN: 2277-7881, Impact Factor: 6.514), provide a perspective analysis on the changing scenario of employability in India.
• B Ganesh Nayak, published in Pertinent Probes (Issue: 1, Pages: 40–49, ISBN: 978-93-84539-12-2), highlights a multidisciplinary approach for empowerment of knowledge through skill development.
• B Ganesh Nayak, published in the Asian Journal of Multimedia Research (Volume: 06, Issue: 07, Pages: 78–82, ISSN: 2278-4853, Impact Factor: 4.708), emphasizes the introduction of General Mathematics in teaching, learning, and research beyond the curriculum.

SEP (I and II sem) Mathematics