The Department of Computer Science organized an academic session titled “Embedded Systems – Bridging Electronics and Computer Science” for the students of First Year B.Sc. (Computer Science).
The session was conducted by Dr. Madhavi Gambhire, Assistant Professor, Fergusson College,Pune. She is an expert with extensive academic and practical experience in the field of electronics and embedded systems. The primary objective of the session was to familiarize students with the fundamentals of embedded systems and to explain the integration of electronics hardware with computer science concepts in real-world applications. Vice Principal Dr.Anand Buddhikot welcomed and felicitated Dr, Gambhire. Hod Mrs.Chitra Alawani and B.Sc.CS Coordinator Mr.Nilesh Nemade were also present on dias. Mrs.Shilpa Kannade compered the session and Mrs.Ashwini Deshmukh presented vote of thanks for the session.
During the session, Dr. Gambhire elaborated on the core components of embedded systems, including microcontrollers, sensors, actuators, and embedded software. She highlighted the growing significance of embedded systems in modern technology and discussed their wide-ranging applications in areas such as automation, Internet of Things (IoT), consumer electronics, healthcare devices, and industrial control systems. The session effectively helped students understand the interdisciplinary nature of embedded system development, combining programming, electronics, and system design.
The resource person adopted a student-friendly approach by using simple explanations and real-life examples, making the concepts easily understandable for first-year students. The interactive format of the session encouraged active participation, and students’ queries were addressed clearly and effectively. Additionally, students gained valuable insights into career opportunities and future learning pathways related to embedded systems and interdisciplinary technologies.
Overall, the session was informative, engaging, and highly beneficial, significantly enhancing students’ technical knowledge and interdisciplinary understanding. The program successfully achieved its objectives and received positive feedback from the participants. The Department of Computer Science expressed its sincere gratitude to Dr. Madhavi Gambhire for delivering an insightful and enriching session.The session enabled students to gain a clear understanding of the fundamentals and core components of embedded systems and helped them comprehend how electronics and computer science integrate in the design and development of embedded solutions. Participants were introduced to real-world applications of embedded systems across various domains, which enhanced their conceptual clarity regarding hardware–software interaction. The session also created awareness about career opportunities, emerging trends, and future learning pathways in the field of embedded systems. Additionally, the resource person motivated students from a career-oriented perspective by emphasizing the importance of electronics, mathematics, and statistics in computer science and highlighting the essential skill sets required for shaping a successful career in embedded and interdisciplinary technologies.
