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Opportunities for diploma engineers in the industry

With technology being the economy’s force and influencing industries across domains, there is an exponential need for skilled professionals at different levels to power enterprises involved in design, production and manufacturing of various goods. The larger an organisation grows, the better equipped it is to leverage from its size and scale which in turn demands technical professionals with various levels of proficiency and skills – from operators to technicians to engineers. This translates to a demand for professionals with varied levels of skills - 1 year certification from recognised training centres who could work as machine operators – lathes, cutting, turning and grinding equipment for example; 3 year diploma holders or 4 year engineering degree holders. All of them have critical roles in powering the engineering ecosystem that empowers our economy and community.

Diploma in engineering

A diploma in engineering has been one of the most popular, sought after courses for decades in India and elsewhere. A diploma is designed to equip students with a basic knowledge of engineering, scientific skills, computing, mathematical techniques and a good amount of understanding of the device or machinery they are to operate.

The aim is to produce professionals at an undergraduate level to function as operators, technicians, service professionals, maintenance staff, or at a similar level. A large section of these would be required considering that enterprises across domains are involved in large scale production.

Advantages of a diploma program

At an individual level, a diploma offers the student a couple of distinct advantages. An engineering degree generally requires 4 years of full-time study and is a little more expensive in terms of course fees and other expenses. Also, the engineering program needs the student to study for 12 years in school before he/ she qualifies for admission for the 4 year degree. On the other hand, a student can enrol for a diploma program right after the school leaving certificate, which means the student can get into the job market in 3 years. Also, there are more job opportunities available for diploma holders and this gives them an opportunity to earn and gain valuable work experience. Bengaluru has several reputed institutions that offer courses in Diploma in Engineering in various streams.

DSIT - a leading name in diploma in engineering courses

Dayananda Sagar Institute of Technology (DSIT) is among the most prominent institutions in this space offering 3 year Diploma in Engineering programs in different streams. Started in 1980, DSIT is part of the Dayananda Sagar Group of Institutions, one of India’s best established names in higher education across disciplines. Currently, DSIT offers 3 year diploma programs in:

Civil engineering Computer Science Engineering Electrical and Electronics Engineering Information Science Engineering Mechanical Engineering Electronics & Communication Engineering.

Divided into 6 semesters, the program is comprehensive and encourages students to be proactive in terms of understanding the concepts imparted and equip themselves to deliver in competitive industry environments. DSIT boasts of experienced faculty and excellent infrastructure including well-equipped classrooms, labs and computer facilities that help students get a good grasp of the subject, preparing them to deliver in their chosen domains.

Opportunities for diploma holders

As one of the fastest growing cities, Bengaluru has several leading scientific and technological industries such as BEML, BEL, HAL, ITI, IBM, L&T, MICO and Research & Development of organisations such as CMTI, DRDO, ISRO, IISC and Raman Research Institute. This apart, is the city’s formidable IT landscape consisting of International Tech-parks, Software Technology parks and leading software development centres such as Infosys, Wipro, IBM, Tatas, Motorola, Texas Instruments and Hewlett Packard. These and several other medium and large enterprises across domains have a constant need for technicians and diploma holders from prestigious institutions such as DSIT are always in demand.

DSIT has strong associations with the industry and an active placement initiative ensuring deserving students are placed in leading organisations of their choice.

Excellent career roadmap

Candidates holding a diploma in engineering can pursue promising careers and attain positions of high responsibility in their organisations. Not just this, they can pursue further education to earn an engineering degree. Several leading engineering colleges offer a separate admission quota for diploma holders. Students are also given exemption in certain subjects which means they can complete their engineering degree in less time.

So summing up, a diploma in engineering is an excellent career option for students post their school leaving certificate/ equivalent qualification, something they can pursue at DSIT to realise their career dreams. For further details on the diploma in engineering program at DSIT, visit/ contact: