Facilities at IHE, University of Delhi

Anjani Chaand

Updated On: September 20, 2016 01:39 pm IST

Institute of Home Economics is one of the premier institutes of Delhi. The Institute is well equipped with all the facilities.Library-The
Facilities at IHE, University of Delhi

Institute of Home Economics is one of the premier institutes of Delhi. The Institute is well equipped with all the facilities.

Library:

The Institute of Home Economics Library System consists of a Central Library and 11 departmental libraries and maintains a well-stocked library. It is open to all students and staff. It has a well-equipped Reading Room, which subscribes to dailies, periodicals, weeklies, and journals.

In fact, the library is an integral part of the academic setup of the college, the major aim of which is to acquire, collect and organise books and other allied reading materials for use by students and faculty members and thus to support the teaching programme of the college.

Right now the library has a collection of 22,500 resource materials which includes textbooks, reference books and thesis and back volumes of journals in the field of Home Science. The Library subscribes to 40 National and International Journals and has a Book Bank with 615 volumes.

The Library uses an integrated multi-user library management system that supports all in-house operations of the Library. The database of books available in the Library is updated every day with details of recently acquired books.

The library has 24 hours has 24-hour ERNET connection and access to many databases viz: EBSCO, INGENTA, J- STORE, SCOPUS databases, and other online journal subscribed by Delhi University Library System.

DULS has provided 12 nodes to access e-format information and knowledge from the DULS as well as access to several other online databases such as:

  • Union catalogue of books
  • Union list of current periodicals in Delhi libraries
  • Union catalogue of periodicals in Delhi libraries
  • Database of periodical articles
  • CD-ROM databases
  • Database of theses and dissertations
  • Database of publications of Indian languages
  • Indian Specialists database
  • Books in print: New titles from Indian publishers

As far the membership is concerned, all the students enrolled in the undergraduate and postgraduate course of study, Teaching faculty and Non-teaching staff are members of the library.

There is also provision for research scholars to be enrolled as members by paying Library fee of Rs. 700.00 per annum and Rs. 1,000.00 as library security. Even outside readers are also given membership on the daily basis (referral services only) on the payment of Rs.50.00 per day.

Library Timings- Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Laboratories:

The Institute has several laboratories such as Chemistry, Physics, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Therapeutic Nutrition, Apparel Designing, Clothing Construction, Human Development, Resource Management, Communication and Extension. There are separate labs for post-graduate students. All the laboratories are very well ventilated, naturally lit spacious and well-equipped. They are also provided with computer facilities and the internet for the benefit of the staff and students.

Computer Lab:

The Institute has excellent facilities as regard computer lab is concerned. All the three computer labs are equipped with 120 computers loaded with the latest software and internet connectivity for use by students, research scholars and faculty. All computers are regularly upgraded to meet the requirements of changing technology. Many classes of undergraduates and post-graduate students that require the use of computers are held in the computer lab. The computer labs are manned by technically qualified professionals and Internet facility is available to the faculty as well as students free of cost

Audio Studio:

The audio studio of the Institute is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and is housed in twin sound proof rooms. It is equipped with 16 channel analog audio mixer, audio-monitor, speakers & two track sound card. The studio serves as a laboratory to train students of the institute specialising in the Communication and Extension stream, in various aspects of radio journalism. Besides that recording and editing of radio programmes and editing of video films and documentaries is also undertaken in the studio. Short term courses on radio jockeying are also organised by the Department of Communication and Extension for the benefit of students.

Wi-Fi Connectivity:

The entire campus of the institute is Wi-Fi enabled to facilitate academic and research work by faculty and students. All the academic and administrative aspects of the Institute including attendance and internal assessment are fully automated and integrated. Some of the functions are integrated into the college website. Each student is issued a RFID enabled card, that works not only as an identity card but also the library card. The students can also check their attendance at the end of every month and the internal assessment at the end of every semester on the college website.

Conference Room:

As far conference room is concerned it is one of the pride possessions of the institute. It is spacious, air-conditioned, fitted with modern audio-visual facilities for conducting conferences and workshops. The students and faculty present seminars & make research-related presentations & hone their communications skills. Besides that seminar to acquaint the students with new trends and developments in academics and the industrial sector is a regular feature.

Games and Sport facilities:

Table-Tennis

The College has a Table Tennis Hall with the capacity of two T.T Tables.

Sports Multipurpose Activity Hall 1

The college has a big hall, where yoga, Zumba/aerobics classes are held for students on a regular basis. Meditation, Stress Management and Diet Counselling sessions are also organised in the hall.

Sports Multipurpose Activity Hall 2

There is also facilities for playing Chess and Carrom.

Volley-Ball

The college has one Volley Ball court where inter-house and Throw Ball matches are organised

Canteen:

The canteen of the institute is the favourite hangout of the students during college hours. The canteen serves a wide variety of snacks and beverages at affordable prices. Of late, the canteen has been renovated with an increased seating capacity for students to sit and eat or chat with their friends and relatives. A kiosk for coffee, iced tea, milkshakes and soups is the latest attraction.

Bookshop & Photocopy Station:

A bookstore is an essential requirement for any college and keeping this fact in mind, the college bookshop was established within the college premises. All the books, stationery & other materials required by the students for their practical work are available. It is open throughout the college working hours. Besides, that photocopying and printing services are available at the Institute to facilitate the academic work of students on all working days.

Gymnasium:

The college has an Air Conditioned Gymnasium. It is , well equipped with the latest equipment to cater the needs of students interested in fitness workouts. It provides several facilities like -

  • A Four Station Gym
  • Cross Trainer
  • Sports Treadmills
  • Steppers
  • Rowing Machine,
  • Leg exerciser
  • Horse ,Height & Weight Scale

Under the guidance of an experienced gym trainer. The gymnasium is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for use by staff & students.

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