The Department of Computer Science and Technology, Department of Technology, Shivaji University, Kolhapur, is dedicated to imparting quality technical education and promoting excellence in research, innovation, and professional development. Established with the objective of producing competent computer science professionals, the department provides a strong foundation in computing principles while emphasizing emerging technologies and industry-oriented learning. The curriculum is designed in accordance with Outcome Based Education (OBE) principles and is regularly updated to meet the evolving needs of the IT industry and society.

The department offers a vibrant academic environment supported by highly qualified and experienced faculty members, well-equipped laboratories, modern computing facilities, and advanced software resources. Students are encouraged to participate in project-based learning, internships, technical workshops, coding competitions, research activities, and industry interactions that enhance their technical and professional skills. The department actively promotes innovation through research projects, expert lectures, skill development programs, and collaborations with industries and premier academic institutions.

With specialized focus on areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Cyber Security, Cloud Computing, Internet of Things (IoT), Big Data Analytics, and Software Engineering, the department strives to prepare students for successful careers in industry, higher education, entrepreneurship, and research. The department takes pride in its strong placement record, distinguished alumni, and commitment to nurturing socially responsible professionals capable of contributing effectively to technological advancement and nation building.

Through a blend of academic excellence, practical exposure, research orientation, and industry collaboration, the Department of Computer Science and Technology continues to empower students with the knowledge, skills, and values required to excel in the rapidly changing global technological landscape.

Vision

To be a centre of academic excellence and research in the field of Computer Science and Technology by imparting knowledge to students and facilitating research activities that cater the needs of industries and society.

Mission

To provide a learning environment that help students to enhance problem solving skills, be successful in their professional career and to prepare students to be lifelong learners by offering theoretical foundation in Computer Science and Technology.

To prepare students in developing research, design, entrepreneur skills and employability capabilities.

To establish Industry Institute Interaction to make students ready for industrial environment.

To educate students about their professional and ethical responsibilities.

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) and Program Outcomes (POs):

The B. Tech. in Computer Science and Technology programme has following Program Educational Objectives (PEOs), Program Outcomes (POs) and Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs) of the Program

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PEO1:-To create graduates with basic knowledge of Computer Science and Technology who can contribute towards propagating Science and Technology..
PEO2:-To create graduates with adequate abilities in Computer Science and Technology who can progress to bedevelopers, designers and researchers to fulfill the necessities of Computer Industries.
PEO3:-To develop amongst students the capacity to figure, formulate, analyze and solve real life problems confronted in Software Enterprises.
PEO4:-To exhibit professionalism, ethical attitude, communication ability collaboration in their profession and adapt to current trends throughlifelong learning.

Program Outcomes (POs)

PO1:-Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
PO2:-Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
PO3:-Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
PO4:-Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.
PO5:-Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modeling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.
PO6:-The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice. 
PO7:-Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development. 
PO8:-Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice.
PO9:-Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
PO10:-Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
PO11:-Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments. 
PO12:-Life-long learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.

Program Specific Outcomes(PSOs)

PSO1:-Provide effective and effiicient knowledge of technology and free open source software (FOSS)through IIT Bombay Spoken Tutorial Project.
PSO2:-To create the awareness of foreign language among students to meet global needs and look for oppetunities in multinational companies.
PSO3:- Provide platform to students to develop a new and innovative project which will improve local industry needs.