Dr. Kalam Computing Centre MIT Campus, Anna University
Dr. Kalam Computing Centre administrative building

About the Centre

Welcome to Dr. Kalam Computing Centre

A trusted digital backbone for learning, research, connectivity, automation, and institutional services at MIT Campus since 1983.

Centre Evolution and Institutional Role

From a pioneering PDP 11/60 setup to a full-scale high-performance digital facility, Dr. Kalam Computing Centre has grown with the academic and institutional needs of MIT Campus.

Established in 1983

Computer Centre at Madras Institute of Technology began with the PDP 11/60 Computer System serving the entire campus. In 1998, the platform was modernized with desktop PCs and advanced server infrastructure to support academic and administrative workloads at scale.

Today, the Centre provides computing facilities to students and faculty through high-end servers, updated software ecosystems, and curriculum-aligned training for first-year students across all branches, using languages and tools prescribed by current regulations.

Digital Operations and Services

Beyond classroom support, the Centre establishes and manages campus networking and telecommunication systems using reliable, industry-aligned technologies. It is entrusted with automating institutional activities, maintaining digital platforms, and delivering structured training for students, staff, and service-sector professionals.

Dr. Kalam Computing Centre functions on the second floor of the administrative building with an area of approximately 10,000 square feet, including four dedicated laboratories, an exclusive server room, and a telecommunication room housing core and distribution network systems and SIEMENS IP-PBX UNIFY OpenScape 4000 Eco server infrastructure.

Presently headed by Dr. S. Muthurajkumar.

Vision

Dr. Kalam Computing Centre shall strive towards facilitating state-of-the-art infrastructure for high-performance computing solutions, communication using modern technologies, and digitally enabled pedagogical teaching-learning processes.

Digitally Empowered Academic Excellence

The Centre envisions a future-ready campus where every learner, researcher, and faculty member can access dependable digital infrastructure, collaborative platforms, and high-performance systems to innovate with confidence.

It aims to create an integrated ecosystem that continuously adapts to modern pedagogical methods, data-driven research, and secure digital governance across institutional functions.

Mission

High Performance Infrastructure

Render high-performance computing and networked storage facilities to all stakeholders of the institution.

Programming and Innovation

Impart robust programming skills to nurture creative students and innovative researchers capable of solving real-world problems efficiently.

Reliable and Secure Connectivity

Provide high-speed, reliable, and secure network connectivity for internet access and institutional communication.

Web and Information Systems

Contribute to web portal design, development, and maintenance for effective information sharing and day-to-day institutional activities.

Automation and Digitization

Develop digital solutions by automating institutional operations and digitizing resources for stronger data management.

Capacity Building

Train professionals, teachers, and students through periodic hands-on short-term courses in emerging areas to support educational, economic, and social development.