Workshop on Hands-On Knowledge Sharing: OBE Practices and SAR Preparation
On February 14, 2025, the School of Science and Engineering (SSE) at Chittagong Independent
University (CIU) organized a workshop on Outcome-Based Education (OBE) titled "Hands-
On Knowledge Sharing: OBE Practices and SAR Preparation." The session featured Dr.
Muhammad Golam Kibria, SMIEEE, Professor at the Department of Computer Science and
Engineering, University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB), as the key resource person.
During the workshop, Professor Kibria provided a comprehensive overview of OBE, Key
Performance Areas (KPA) (Cognitive, Psychomotor, and Affective) mapping, and Self-
Assessment Report (SAR) preparation for accreditation by the Board of Accreditation for
Engineering and Technical Education (BAETE). Professor Kibria demonstrated how to
define Course Outcomes (COs) and map them to Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) set by
BAETE. He also explained the process of selecting dominant courses through culmination to
effectively achieve PLOs.
The workshop encouraged active participation from esteemed SSE faculty members and
concluded with an interactive question-and-answer session, providing valuable insights into
OBE practices and accreditation process.
IITIR hosts Seminar on Python and Machine Learning with SkillZone Experts
On February 6, 2025, the School of Science and Engineering (SSE) at Chittagong Independent University
(CIU) organized a seminar titled "Machine Learning with Python." The event was hosted by the Institute
of Information Technology and Industrial Research (IITIR) in collaboration with Skill-Zone, a professional
IT skill development firm. The seminar was conducted by Mr. Maruf Ahmed, a Microsoft and Python-
certified lead trainer at Skill-Zone.
During the seminar, Mr. Maruf delivered an insightful presentation on the promising career
opportunities available through proficiency in Python and Machine Learning (ML). He specifically
emphasized the application of ML with Python in solving various real-world problems. Additionally, he
explored different ML algorithms and their practical implementations.
he seminar encouraged active participation and proved highly beneficial for the attending students. It
concluded with an interactive question-and-answer session, where students gained valuable insights
into the practical applications of ML solutions in relation to career opportunities. The esteemed Dean of
SSE, Director of IITIR, and respected faculty members of SSE were also present at the event.
Additionally, Mr. Neaj Morshed, Founder and CEO of Skill-Zone, and Mr. Kaisar Sharif, Deputy Manager
of Sales and Marketing at Skill-Zone, attended the seminar along with other distinguished guests.
Career Buildup Program 2025: Empowering Future Leaders at Chittagong Independent University
On 9th January , 2025, Chittagong Independent University's School of Science and Engineering launched the year with its first major event, the "Career Buildup Program." The event featured an impressive lineup of speakers who inspired and motivated students.
Sufi Mohammed Mizanur Rahman, Founder and Chairman of PHP, opened with an uplifting speech that energized the audience. Prof. Dr. Farzana Alam, Associate Dean of European University Bangladesh, followed with insights on inner engineering, emphasizing self-development for career success.
The keynote speaker, Prof. Dr. Mohammad Kaykobad, delivered an engaging and interactive session, inspiring students to embrace creativity and innovation. Professor Dr.Taufique Sayeed of the CSE Department of Premier University highlighted the event's significance in shaping future leaders.
The event concluded with Dr. Aseef Iqbal, professor of SSE expressing heartfelt gratitude to the speakers, underscoring the importance of mentorship. The Career Buildup Program left students motivated and ready to embark on their professional journeys. All the Faculty members including Dean and students of various departments joined this event.