Zagdu Singh Charitable Trust’s Thakur College of Engineering & Technology (TCET), located in Mumbai, Maharashtra, is an autonomous institution known for its structured academic rigor and commitment to fostering technical excellence. Established in 2001, the college maintains a strong focus on professional development for both its students and its substantial faculty body.
Teaching Staff Details
TCET employs a diverse and highly qualified faculty dedicated to multidisciplinary engineering and technology education. As of the latest reporting, the institute maintains a total faculty strength of 112, supported by a broader team of over 500 employees, ensuring a robust administrative and academic support system. The faculty includes Professors, Associate Professors, and Assistant Professors, many of whom have been associated with the institution for over a decade, contributing to a stable and experienced academic environment.
Qualifications and Experience
The faculty members at TCET are predominantly highly qualified, with a significant majority holding PhDs or advanced Master’s degrees (M.E./M.Tech) in their respective fields. Many educators possess extensive teaching experience ranging from 15 to 20+ years, often complemented by industry experience in sectors such as wireless networking, software engineering, and telecommunications. Senior professors frequently hold specializations in emerging areas like machine learning, cybersecurity, and IoT, ensuring the curriculum remains relevant to current industry demands.
Teaching Methods
Since achieving autonomy, TCET has adopted a "System-Driven-Student-Centric" approach, emphasizing blended learning and continuous assessment. Key pedagogical initiatives include:
Faculty List
The following table highlights a selection of faculty members across various departments:
Name
Department
Designation
Qualification
Dr. B. K. Mishra
Administration
Principal
PhD
Dr. Rajesh Bansode
Information Technology
Professor & HOD
PhD, M.Tech, BE
Dr. Sangeeta Vhatkar
Computer Science
Professor
Dr. Payel Saha
E&TC Engineering
Dr. Aruna Pavate
Associate Professor
PhD, M.E., B.E.
Dr. Rahul Neve
Dr. Neha Patwari
Computer Engineering
Assistant Professor
PhD, M.Tech, B.E.
Ms. Pranjali Kasture
Ph.D. (Pursuing), M.E., B.E.
Mr. Niket Amoda
M.E.
Ms. Purnima Chandrasekar
Note: The faculty list provided is a partial sample. For the complete directory and updated profiles, please visit the official TCET Mumbai website.
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