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Dr. Shankar Duraikannan, a Chartered Engineer (Engineering Council - UK), has over two decades of extensive experience in outcome-based engineering education, contributing in various capacities to prestigious institutions such as Asia Pacific University (Malaysia), Garyounis University (Libya), VIT University (India), and KIST (Rwanda). He holds a PhD in Communication and Networks Engineering from University Putra Malaysia, an M.Tech in Laser and Electro-Optical Engineering from Anna University, and a B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering from the University of Madras, establishing a solid foundation for his contributions to academia and industry.
Dr. Shankar Duraikannan has developed and delivered more than 25 undergraduate and postgraduate courses in electrical, electronics, communication, and networks engineering, specifically designed for online and hybrid learning environments. As a researcher, he specializes in Optical Networks, Analog IC Design, 5G/6G Networks, RF Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Design Thinking, with over 30 peer-reviewed publications in indexed international journals and conferences.
As a Subject Matter Expert and Trainer at Larsen & Toubro EduTech, Dr Shankar Duraikannan developed industry-standard educational products, trained professionals, and supported initiatives such as the Government of Tamil Nadu's Naan Mudhalvan Initiative. In his role as Research Coordinator and Project Manager, he oversaw research activities for B.Eng., M.Eng., M.Phil., and Ph.D. students, guiding them through their projects to achieve high standards and enhance the institution's research ratings.
Dr. Shankar Duraikannan organized the annual international conference “Sustainable Innovation in Engineering and Technology” from 2019 to 2022, coordinating keynote speakers, overseeing paper submissions, and facilitating expert discussions. He published over 28 volumes of the newsletter “Engineers Insight,” which provides insights into current engineering trends, and served as editor for over 20 issues of the “Journal of Advanced Technology and Innovation,” maintaining rigorous academic standards for high-quality research dissemination. His expertise includes organizing over 100 industrial visits and more than 200 seminars, webinars, and workshops, enriching the learning experience for students and professionals. Additionally, Dr Shankar Duraikannan is proficient in navigating accreditation processes, with two decades of experience in NBA, AICTE, EAC, ABET accreditations, and ISO audits.