Computer Literacy Programme (CLP)
Providing practical computer skills to undergraduate students from non-Computer Science disciplines through structured theory and hands-on laboratory learning.
About the Computer Literacy Programme
The Computer Literacy Programme was initiated by the Government of Tamil Nadu in government colleges in the academic year 2000–2001 to improve computer literacy among undergraduate students from non-Computer Science disciplines. The programme is intended to provide students with the computer knowledge and skills needed for academic progress and employment opportunities.
Initially, a separate laboratory with 25 computers and supporting equipment was established. A certificate course was conducted in collaboration with NIIT, Vridhachalam, for a contractual period of five years. In 2005–2006, the laboratory and its equipment were handed over to the college by NIIT. Since then, the college has continued providing computer literacy training to eligible first-year undergraduate students.
According to the supplied CLP programme document, the one-year course fee is ₹1,000 and the course comprises 90 hours of practical training and 60 hours of theory. An examination is conducted by the Directorate of Collegiate Education, Chennai, upon completion of the course, and successful students receive a certificate.
Benefits of CLP
- All first-year undergraduate students except B.Sc. Computer Science students undergo this training.
- Classes are conducted with six qualified staff members.
- A common statewide examination is conducted annually by the Directorate of Collegiate Education.
- Qualified students receive certificates that can be registered with the Employment Exchange.
- The programme aims to enhance students’ employment opportunities.
- The CLP laboratory is equipped with 25 computers and internet access for CLP students.
- A committee comprising three staff members and the Principal administers the programme.
2026–2027 enrolment: 1,260 students are listed as enrolled in the supplied CLP document.
Syllabus for CLP Course
The following syllabus is reproduced from the college's supplied CLP document (including the named software and operating-system versions).
CLP Staff Members
| S. No. | Name | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | P. Murugavel | M.Sc., M.Phil., SET |
| 2 | T. Govindasamy | M.A., MCA., M.Phil. |
| 3 | C. Kalanithi | M.Sc., M.Phil. |
| 4 | M. R. Anand | M.Sc., M.Phil. |
| 5 | S. Mangaiyarkarasi | M.Sc., M.Phil. |
| 6 | A. Sheelasarasu | M.Sc., M.Phil. |
Computer Literacy Programme – Photo Gallery
Photographs of the CLP laboratory and practical sessions.
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College Contact
Thiru Kolanjiappar Government Arts College (Grade-I), Junction Road, Vriddhachalam, Tamil Nadu – 606001.
tkgac_vri@yahoo.co.in | 04143 – 260243