PDIT Principal Dr SM Shashidhar, is a renowned academician with over 30 years of experience, as educator and administrator; Students are the prime focus of all his effort in work. He sincerely believes that real education lies way beyond books.
He served V.V.Sangha Engineering Colleges in various capacities since 1988. At PDIT as HOD of E&CE dept during 2005-14 and also as Principal during 2014-15. He also worked at RYMEC, Ballari as Professor, HOD(EEE) and Dean (R&D). He had also been a guest faculty in Ballari University and is known for his expertise in the simulation of mineral processing systems.
His area of specialization is Power Electronics and got doctorate from SVU, Tirupati. He has to his credit over 20 research publications in International Journals and over 25 papers in International Conferences. He is guiding 6 PhD research scholars under VTU. He has rich experience of conducting faculty development programs, workshops and international conference.
He has served as the member of Board of Studies in Gulbarga University and VTU, Belagavi. He is a member of IEEE , served ISTE as Karnataka Managing committee member for two terms. He is the President of Ärt of Teching Foundation which strives to transform teachers into leaders. He is the recipient of Marque's Lifetime achievement award.
At PDIT, Your son/daughter is under the care of an outstanding educationist and an excellent human being. Rest assured!