Computational Thinking and Problem Solving (Library Binding) (ISBN-13: 9781779569660)

Dr. Punit Bajpai is an experienced academician with 29 years of total experience, including 25 years in teaching and 4 years in industry. Currently serving as Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Computer Science, with additional responsibility as IQAC Coordinator at MGM's College of Computer Science & IT, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai (affiliated to University of Mumbai, NAAC B++, Cycle 1, 2024). Expertise in Computer Science education and academic administration. Education - Ph.D. (Computer Science) Shri JJT University, Rajasthan (2020) - M.Sc. (Computer Science) GJ University of Science and Technology, Hisar, Haryana (2007) - B.Sc. (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry) Agra University, Uttar Pradesh (1984) - Diploma in Computer Technology (Polytechnic) MSBTE, Maharashtra, Pravara Nagar (1989) - X & XII UP Board, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh (1985) Professional Experience MGM's College of Computer Science & IT, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai Assistant Professor & HOD, Computer Science (April 2008 - Present) - IQAC Coordination: Apart from coordination with other criteria team owners, handled Criterion 6, Developed POs, COs and formulated Attainment calculation, Designed HR Policies for the institute. - Subjects taught: C Programming, Data Structure, Operating System, Soft Skills, Computer Networks, Combinational Circuits, Cyber Forensics, Cyber Law & IPR, Project Management Hiltron CALC Center Manager (Aug 2002 - Mar 2008) Senior Faculty (Mar 1999 - Aug 2002) Vision Computers (MCED) Senior Faculty (Dec 1994 - Oct 1998) Usha Rectifier Corporation Customer Support Executive (Jan 1993 - Dec 1994) MGM's College of Engineering & Technology Systems Programmer (Jan 1992 - Dec 1992) Research & Publications - Designing and Implementing Parallelism in Solution Techniques of Transport Model, Vol-11, Centum, Special Issue, 2231-1475 (2019) - Green Computing: New horizon of efficient energy and E-waste minimization, Centum, Vol-10, Issue 2, 2017, ISSN 2231-1475 (2017) - Cloud Computing: The technology, Models and, Implementation, Centum, Vol-9, Issue 1, 2016, ISSN 2231-1475 (2016) - Green Computing: To initiate for improvement of Environment and Ecology, EBSCO, Nov. 2013 - Cloud Computing, EBSCO, Feb 2013 Professional Development & Participation - Participated in seminars and FDPs on topics including Green Technology, Research Management, ICT-enabled teaching, E-content development, Digital Learning, Innovation, IPR, NEP, and more (2015-2024) - Attended workshops and training on examination committee roles, NEP preparedness, concept mapping, and youth festivals Key Skills - Computer Science Education - Academic Administration: Served as In-Charge Principal from 2016 to 2019. - Curriculum Development: VAC such as Basic / Advance Excel, Cyber Security & IT infrastructure, IPR, Recent Trends in Computation. - IQAC Coordination - Project Management: Guided final year students for their Projects