University Polytechnic, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)

The University Polytechnic, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, is a premier institution imparting technical education to the students since its establishment in 1937. It is committed to foster technical excellence critical thinking in the students a cal excellence critical thinking in the students along with adherence to the vision of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan. Its roots can be traced back to 1930, when Mr. Obaidullah Durrani started industrial training in motor mechanics and machinist trade to meet the growing demands for technical education at Aligarh. Mr. Durrani supervised this technical institute from 1936-1940, which later became University Polytechnic. For many years, the Polytechnic was looked after by a senior teacher designated as Superintendent, Polytechnic. In 1961, University Polytechnic became an independent institution under the Faculty of Engineering & Technology and Mr. S. A. Abbas was appointed as its first Principal. Initially, diploma was awarded in three branches only- Civil, Electrical and Mechanical. Presently, the Polytechnic offers the following Diploma in engineering courses: About 80 faculty members serve the Polytechnic. Most of them have a masters degree while some have doctorate degrees as well. Many teachers also teach B.E. (Evening) degree level classes. The Polytechnic is providing consultancy services in civil engineering, material testing and civil works etc. Moreover, the Polytechnic being a part of a central university and being directly governed by the MHRD & UGC, has developed and maintained highly specialized labs of its own such as- Work Shop with CNC machines, Environmental Engineering Lab with Spectro Photometer and Atomic Absorption equipment's, Survey lab with Total Station, Food Technology lab with 50 Lacs grant, Footwear Technology lab, Computer lab, Common Facilities Centre, Library besides the usual laboratories and drawing halls catering to different disciplines. In addition to the diploma courses, the Polytechnic boasts of having a number of job oriented courses/training programs under the following schemes. The vision of polytechnic is to endeavor for total quality management. The university polytechnic strives to achieve this vision by: · Developing a team of dedicated and competent staff inappropriate learning environment. · Inculcating the qualities of leadership, personality development and good citizenship in the students. · Strengthening industry-institution relationship through mutually beneficial and constructive interaction. · Strengthening community services through Human Resource Development, Technical services and Support centers. The University Polytechnic aims at: · Offering best quality technical education to students. · Producing skilled technical manpower meeting international standards and global requirements. · Ensuring optimal utilization of available resources. · Providing transparent and efficient administration. · Conducting job-oriented courses in appropriate technologies for benefit of society. · Interacting with industries, alumni and society by offering mutually beneficial services, creating unshakeable trust and maintaining high moral standards. · Providing innovative environment to learn, innovate and create new ideas for the betterment of oneself and society.