Role and Functions

Role and Functions of the Computer

1. To provide a central computing facility with Network Server for all the students and staff of the University.
2. To make the facility available and also offer possible assistance in conducting their research, analysing their data etc.
3. To organise and conduct short term courses for the students and staff of the University.
4. To assist various Departments in the University in computerising their activities.
5. To establish, coordinate, maintain and administer campus-wise Network including Internet and allied services.
6. To work as co-ordinating centre in networking with computer centres of other universities for exchange of expertise and software.
7. To promote and also to undertake Consultancy/Contractual work relating to use of computer facilities or developing software on payment basis, for generating revenue for upkeep/upgrading of computer centre facilities, as per the rules/ Statutes/ Ordinances of the Universities. Such work can be carried out either independently or as a joint venture with other professionals from public or private sectors.
8. To keep track of the latest developments in Computer Hardware/Software technologies internet technologies and collect information, acquire and impart knowledge to the university staff, to collect and collate information/data to facilitate staff and students.
9. To develop human resource in the field of Information and Communication Technology.

Over and above the functions described by the UGC, computer centre of  Sardar Patel University plays an important role in Pre-Examination, On-Examination and Post Examination work and Pre ans On Admission activities.