- Name : Prof. A. Rama Naga Hanuman
- Designation : Head of the Department
- Phone : 9603168881
- Email: head.humanities@andhrauniversity.edu.in
PROFILE
The Department of Humanities and Basic Sciences encompasses six disciplines: English, Management, Economics, Soft Skills, Mathematics, and Physics. Committed to an interdisciplinary approach, it caters to undergraduate and postgraduate students across engineering branches. Physics, initially established in 1966, provides foundational support; Mathematics, established in 1980 from Mathematical Physics, is one of the fundamental subjects in Engineering; and Humanities and Social Sciences, established in 1980, includes English, Management, and Economics in its diverse curriculum. All the above have been merged to form the Department of Humanities and Basic Sciences.
The department has been home to numerous projects and value additions to the College of Engineering over the years of its existence in various divisions. It acts as a supporting department for the core departments of Engineering.
The Department of Humanities and Basic Sciences at Andhra University College of Engineering offers interdisciplinary education, combining technical skills with societal understanding. Focusing on critical thinking, communication, and ethics it empowers engineering students. Mathematics and Physics provide a robust foundation, enhancing analytical and innovative capacities. The department significantly contributes to research using computational modeling, theoretical physics, Management, and English studies. Supported by the university administration, senior professors hold critical roles in academics and administration. This legacy reflects Andhra University's dedication to producing well-rounded professionals. The Department of Humanities and Basic Sciences is an interdisciplinary education beacon, equipping students with intricate global challenge
Mission: To be a catalyst for holistic education, shaping future engineers to be intellectually curious, socially responsible, and adaptable in a technologically evolving world.
Vision: To invigorate interdisciplinary collaboration, transcend traditional boundaries, and promote the holistic development of students.
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Programs
| Sr.no | Programs Offered |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ph.D in English |
| 2 | Ph.D in Management |
| 3 | Ph.D in Economics |
| 4 | Ph.D in Mathematics |
| 5 | Ph.D in Physics |
| Name | Designation | Qualification | Specialization |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prof. T. Linga Raju | Professor & Chairman Combined Board of Studies |
Ph.D. | Fluid Mechanics |
| Prof. Yajjala Rama Krishna |
Professor | Ph.D. | Nuclear Physics, Material Science |
| Prof. P. Vasudeva Reddy | Professor | Ph.D. | Cryptography |
| Prof. A. Prasad | Professor | M.B.A., M.Phil, PhD | Marketing Management |
| Prof. Ch. Santhi Sundar Raj | Professor | Ph.D. | Lattice theory and its applications |
| Prof. A. Rama Naga Hanuman | Professor & Head of the Department |
M.A., PGDJ(Symbiosis), PGDTE (EFLU), PhD | Postwar American Fiction, Cultural Studies and ELT |
| Prof. S. Kalesha Vali | Professor | PhD | Algebra,lattice Theory, Mathematical Modelling |
| Prof.B.Madhukar Patnaik | Professor (A) | Ph.D. | |
| Prof.S.S.V.N. Sakuntala | Professor (A) | Ph.D. | |
| Dr. C. Balakotiah | Associate Professor | M.A.,PhD | Economics |
| Dr. B. Swarnalatha | Associate Professor | PhD | Physics |
| Dr. N. Sri Vidya | Assistant Professor (C) | M.A.,PhD | English |
| Dr.A. Ramesh Babu | Assistant Professor (C) | M.A.,PhD | English |