Christodoss Prasanna

         

About

Faculty in the department of Information Technology at University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Shinas, Sultanate of Oman. As a teacher in Information Technology, I hold a great passion in programming especially in the field of Web Designing having widespread familiarity in ASP.Net (C#) & MS SQL server. My research interest centre on improving the performance of routing algorithms in networked computer systems and in Ad Hoc Networks, mainly through the application of Genetic Algorithm, also in the applications of Machine Learning, and Internet of Things. An active member in the Research Committee of University and the chairperson of the Department’s Research Committee, hold the responsibility of planning and implementing various Workshops, Seminars and Conferences towards promoting quality research and funded research projects.

Personal Information.

Obtained Ph.D. in Computer Science from Bharathidasan University, Trichy, India in Dec 2017.

  • Nationality: Indian
  • Website: www.cprasanna.com
  • Phone: +968 9565 0645, +91 90030 72594
  • City: Sohar, Sultanate of Oman
  • Residence: Sultanate of Oman
  • Degree: Doctorate in Computer Science
  • official Email: prasanna.christodoss@shct.edu.om
  • Per. Email: lectcs@gmail.com

Received B.Sc., (Computer Science) M.Sc., (Computer Science), M.Phil., (Computer Science) and Ph.D. in Computer Science from the Bharathidasan University of India. After completion of my Post Graduation, joined as a Lecturer in the Department of computer science of Urumu Dhanalakshmi College in Trichy, during the period June 1997 to June 1999. From 1999 to 2006 served as Lecturer and Coordinator of MCA Department at Bishop Heber College, Trichy-India. During this period I also served as Assistant coordinator of IGNOU (Indira Ghandi National Open University) Study Centre administrating contact classes for students studying under the Open University.

Presently a Faculty in the department of Information Technology at University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Shinas, Sultanate of Oman since October 2011 handling courses at Foundation, Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Bachelor level. During this period, I have served as Department Quality Assurance Coordinator of IT Department from January 2012 to September 2013 ensuring best practices in teaching and learning. Now being the Coordinator of Research Committee from September 2016, I hold the responsibility of planning and implementing various Workshops, Seminars and Conferences towards professional Research and development.

Facts

Has a great passion for teaching and has been teaching from the start of his carrer. Authored and coauthored book chapters and published research articiles in various International, National conferences, Symposiums and Journals. Has been awarded as BEST TEACHER for three consecutive years at University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Shinas, Sultanate of Oman.

Book Chapters

Research Publications

Years of Experience

Best Teacher Awards

Patents

Resume

Innovative and passionate about instilling a love for learning in others. Experienced and committed educator and leader and has been involved in education for 25 years.

Sumary

Christodoss Prasanna

The purpose of education is to make good human beings with skill and expertise... Enlightened human beings can be created by teachers. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

  •    Sohar,North Al Batinah , Sultanate of Oman
  •    (968) 9565-0645
  •    lectcs@gmail.com

Education

Doctorate in Computer Science

2013 - 2017

Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, India

Thesis: Thesis title: Optimized Routing Algorithms to Increase Packet Delivery Ratio in Mobile Ad Hoc Networks

Master of Philosophy in Computer Science

2002 - 2004

Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, TamilNadu, India

Evolutionary and Non-Evolutionary Algorithms in Combinatorial Optimization.

Master of Science in Computer Science

1995 - 1997

Urumu Dhanalakshmi College

Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, TamilNadu, India

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

1992 - 1995

Bishop Heber College (Autonomous)

Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, IndiaY

Professional Experience

Associate Professor of Computer Science

Aug. 2024 - present

Messiah University, Grantham, Mechanicsburg, PA, USA 17055

  • A dedicated member of faculty in the Computing, Mathematics & Physics (CMP) Department.
  • Publications: Authored numerous research papers and book chapters in reputable journals and conferences, addressing topics such as Evolutionary Optimization methods, Image Processing, Machine Learning, and Network Optimization.

Faculty & ChairPerson - IT Research

Oct. 2011 - July 2024

University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Shinas, Sultanate of Oman

  • Chairperson of IT Research in the department, planning, and implementation of Research Symposiums, Worshops, and promote quality research in the field of Information Technology
  • For teaching, as well as imparting training in software development and carrying out various applied projects involving graduate students.

Assistant Professor in Computer Science

Sep. 2007 - Mar. 2011

Al Jabal Al Gjarby University, Al Gharyan, Libya

  • For teaching, as well as developing course modules, in computers science and applications
  • Imparting training in software development and carrying out various research and applied projects involving graduate students.

Senior Programmer

Dec. 2006 - Sep. 2007

Allsec Technologies, Chennai, India

  • Played multiple roles in designing, developing and documenting a Web-based HR product and Client - server using ASP.net, XML, SQL Server 2000, and Webservices technologies. Was involved extensively in its development and deployment.

Lecturer in Computer Science & Applications

Jun. 1999 - Dec. 2006

Bishop Heber College, Tiruchirappalli, India

  • For teaching Computer science to MCA students. Has also been the administrator of the department looking after the faculty, students, and subjects’ allotment. In addition, I was also teaching the final year students Soft Skills, providing them personal and professional developmental assistance.

Lecturer in Computer Science

Jun. 1997 - Jun. 1999

Urumu DhanalakshmiCollege, Tiruchirappalli, India

  • For teaching Computer Science at graduate and post-graduate levels.

Research Publications

"I believe in innovation and that the way you get innovation is you fund research and you learn the basic facts."- Bill Gates

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PATENT

India Patent: Application No.202341011294 A

  • Patent entitled: “ “ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND MACHINE LEARNING BASED INFORMATION MANAGEMENT RESEARCHES IN THE FIELD OF DISASTER AND EMERGENCIES””, Christodoss Prasanna Ranjith Syed Khaja Mohideen, Calduwel Newton & Jayakkumar M. India. Patent No.202341011294 A, filed Feb 19, 2023 and issued Mar 17, 2023. International classification:G06K 096200, G06N 030800, G06N 200000, G06Q 502600, G08B 211000

BOOKS/CHAPTERS

Handbook of Research on Technologies and Systems for E-Collaboration During Global Crises

  • Book chapter entitled: “Chapter 4: Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Analytics Contemporary-Generation Wireless Network (pages 299-312)” in the book "Emerging Advancements in AI and Big Data Technologies in Business and Society”, Christodoss Prasanna Ranjith Thamarai Selvi Vaidhyanathan, Vaidhyanathan Pandian, Syed Khaja Mohideen S., Karthikeyan T.. IGI Global, 2024. DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-0683-3.ch017

  • Book chapter entitled: “Chapter 4: An Efficient Feature Selection in Classifying Diabetes Mellitus: Global Research (pages 1-14)” in the book "Handbook of Research on Advancements in AI and IoT Convergence Technologies”, Christodoss Prasanna Ranjith Rajesh Natarajan, Syed Khaja Mohideen, Justus Selwyn and Anandapriya B. IGI Global, 2023. DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-6971-2.ch003

  • Book chapter entitled: “Chapter 1: Deep-CNN Model for Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) Classification Using Microscopic Blood Images: Global Research (pages 1-14)” in the book " Handbook of Research on Technologies and Systems for E-Collaboration During Global Crises”, Christodoss Prasanna Ranjith and Rajesh Natarajan, IGI Global, 2022. DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-9640-1.ch001

  • Book chapter entitled: “Chapter 3: Multilingual Novel Summarizer for Visually Challenged Peoples : Global Research (pages 27-46)” in the book " Handbook of Research on Technologies and Systems for E-Collaboration During Global Crises”, Amalraj Irudayasamy, Christodoss Prasanna Ranjith and Rajesh Natarajan, IGI Global, 2022. DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-9640-1.ch003

JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS

CONFERENCES/SYMPOSIUMS

  1. Participated and presented a paper, “IMAGE PROCESSING USING FEATURE-BASED SEGMENTATION TECHNIQUES FOR ANALYSIS OF MEDICAL IMAGES", International Conference on Recent Advances in Science and Engineering RAiSE-2023, MAHE, Dubai – 4th & 5th October 2023, Organized by Manipal Institute of Technology, MAHE, Manipal, India & School of Engineering and IT, MAHE, Dubai, October 2023.

  2. Participated and presented a paper, “Impact of Internet Technology on the Social Behavior Issues among Children in Al Batinah Governorate during 2021-2022 “, International Multidiciplinary Conference, Dubai – 21st March 2022, Organized by Shri Shankarlal Sundarbai Shasun Jain College, S.P. Jain School of Global Management and Sangamam Global Academy, March 2022.

  3. Participated and presented a paper, “A Study on Distance Parameters of Middle Graph “, International Multidiciplinary Conference, Dubai – 21st March 2022, Organized by Shri Shankarlal Sundarbai Shasun Jain College, S.P. Jain School of Global Management and Sangamam Global Academy, March 2022.

  4. Participated and presented a paper, “Good Nearest Neighbour for Minimizing the Duplication in RREQ for MANET“, Technology and Economy for Sustainable Development (TESD‘2017) – 20 – 22nd March 2017, Organized by Department of Information Technology-IBRI College of Applied Sciences, Oman in association with Chamber of Commerce, Al Dhahirah Brach, Sultanate of Oman, March 2017.

  5. Participated and presented a paper, “xMIDURR: A Quality of Service Technique to Save Energy in Mobile Ad hoc Networks“, International Conference on Computing Communication and Information Science - July 2016, Organized by P.G & Research Department of Computer Science and Applications, Bishop Heber College, Trichy, India, July 2016.

  6. Participated and presented a paper, “Location Aware Routing for MANET using Genetic Algorithm “, International Conference on Computing Communication and Information Science - July 2016, Organized by P.G & Research Department of Computer Science and Applications, Bishop Heber College, Trichy, India, July 2016.

  7. Participated and presented a paper, “A Secured and Optimized Routing in MANET using Genetic Algorithms “,The 2nd International Conference on Applied Information and Communications Technology and El Seiver Publications, Organized by Middle East College, Muscat, Oman, April 2014.

  8. Participated and presented a paper, “A Study on Optimizing Routing in MANET using Genetic Algorithm “,The National Symposium in Business and IT – NSBIT-2009, Organized by the Faculty of IT and Business, Al Musanna College of Technology, Oman, Feb 2014.

  9. Participated and presented a paper, “A Parallel Genetic Algorithm for Combinatorial optimization on cloud computing platforms“, The International Conference on Knowledge Management & Resource Sharing, Organized by WALJAT College of Applied Sciences in Academic Partnership with Birla Institute of Technology, Ranchi - RUSAYL, Muscat Sultanate of OMAN, 27 – 28th February 2012.

  10. Participated and presented a paper, “ ICT from a Student’s Perspective A study based on Al Jabal Al Gharby University“, The Libyan Arab International Conference On Electrical and Electronic Engineering - LAICEEE, Organized by the Faculty of Engineering, Al Fatah University, Tripoli, Libya, 25 – 27th April 2009.

  11. Participated and presented a paper, “A Queue Management Backward Congestion Control Algorithm“, The 3rd National Conference on fundamental Science, Organized by the Faculty of Science, Al Jabal Al Gharby University, Libya, 25 – 27th April 2009.

  12. Participated and presented a paper, “Stress Sensor – A Bionic Tool“, The 3rd National Conference on fundamental Science, Organized by the Faculty of Science, Al Jabal Al Gharby University, Libya, 25 – 27th April 2009.

  13. Participated and presented a paper, “Genetic Algorithm in Shortest Path Routing Problem“, International Conference on Network & Mobile Computing (NMC2006), Organized by the INTI College, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 28th & 29th August 2006.

  14. Participated and presented a paper, “Evolutionary Divide & Conquer Method in Combinatorial Optimization“, National Conference on Emerging Trends in Algorithms, Organized by Department of Comp. Sc. & MCA, St. Xavier’s College, Palayamkottai, India, 2nd & 3rd March 2006.

  15. Participated and presented a paper, “The Impact and Issues of ICT in Higher Education“, ICSSR Sponsored International Conference on Socially Relevant Higher Education in India, Organized by CPA College, Bodinayakanur, India , 21st to 23rd February 2006.

  16. Participated and presented a paper, “Pedagogical Perspectives on ICT Use in Higher Education“, ICSSR Sponsored International Conference on Socially Relevant Higher Education in India, Organized by CPA College, Bodinayakanur, India , 21st to 23rd February 2006.

  17. Participated and presented a paper, “Distributed Genetic Algorithm in Combinatorial Optimization“, UGC Sponsored National Conference On Analysis on Computer Algorithms, Organized by Department of Computer Science & Engineering, Annamalai University, Chidambaram, India, 19-20th March 2005.

  18. Participated and presented a paper, “MANET - a Study“, National level Seminar on Emerging trends in Communication & Networking , Organized by Department of Computer Science St.Joseph’s College, Kudalore, India, 5 – 6th March 2005.

  19. Participated and presented a paper, “Parallel Genetic Algorithms on Combinatorial Optimization“, National Conference on Networks & Distributed Systems, Organized by Department of Computer Science & Engineering, Osmania University, Hyderabad , India, 25th & 26th Feb 2005.

  20. Contributed a paper, “Issues in Biometrics and its Future“, National Symposium on Recent Trends in Bio-Technology, Organized by Department of Bio-Technology, Bishop Heber College, Trichy, India, 25th & 26th Feb 2005.

  21. Participated and presented a paper, “GA in Combinatorial Optimization“, UGC Sponsored National Conference on Computational Mathematics, Organized by Gandhigram Rural Institute – Deemed University, Gandhigram, India, 18h and 19th March 2004.

  22. Participated and presented a paper, “An Innovative Approach in Solving TSP“, UGC Sponsored National Conference on Computational Mathematics, Organized by Gandhigram Rural Institute – Deemed University, Gandhigram, India, 18h and 19th March 2004.

  23. Participated and presented a paper, “A Non-Dynamic Congestion Control Strategy“, UGC Sponsored Seminar on “Cyber Impact on Society”, Organized by Seethalakshmi Ramaswami College (An Autonomous Institution Accredited by NAAC), Trichy, India, 11h and 12th February 2004.

  24. Participated and presented a paper, “Dynamic QOS Routing Schemes“, UGC Sponsored Seminar on “Cyber Impact on Society”, Organized by Seethalakshmi Ramaswami College (An Autonomous Institution Accredited by NAAC), Trichy, India, 11h and 12th February 2004.

  25. Participated and presented a paper, “Challenges and opportunities for Disabled Women and their access to Information Technology – A Study“, International Conference on Women in the Digital Era : Opportunities and challenges, Organized by Annamalai University & Software Technology Parks of India, Chidambaram, India, 10th – 12th December 2003.

Awards & Appreciations

outstanding 2017-18

Outstanding Contribution

In recognition of his outstanding contributions during the year 2017-2018

Staff of the Year

In recognition of his exemplary contributions as Staff of the Year in IT Department for the AY 2016-2017

Most Outstanding Staff

In recognition of his most extraordinary contributions and commitment through his remarkable performance during the AY 2015-2016

Convenor - SITAM 2017

For his untiring efforts and dedication as Convener of 1st Symposium on Information Technology and Applied Mathematics - SITAM 2017

Services

"I believe in innovation and that the way you get innovation is you fund research and you learn the basic facts."- Bill Gates

RECOGNITIONS

  • Chief Editor - International Journal of Information Technology and Applications eISSN: 2583 5343- IJITRA". IJITRA
  • Associate Editor - International Journal of Data Informatics and Intelligent computing eISSN: 2583-6250 - IJDIIC". IJDIIC
  • Convener 3rd Symposium on Information Technology and Applied Mathematics, SITAM 2022 24th May 2022, University of Technology and Applied Sciences,Shinas, Sultanate of Oman.
  • Convener 2nd Students' IT Research Exposition, SITREX 2022 31st Mar 2022, University of Technology and Applied Sciences,Shinas, Sultanate of Oman.
  • Convener 1st Students' IT Research Exposition, SITREX 2022 7th Dec 2021, University of Technology and Applied Sciences,Shinas, Sultanate of Oman.
  • Convener 2nd Symposium on Information Technology and Applied Mathematics, SITAM 2019 6th Nov 2019, University of Technology and Applied Sciences,Shinas, Sultanate of Oman.
  • Convener 1st Symposium on Information Technology and Applied Mathematics, SITAM 2017 15th Mar 2015, University of Technology and Applied Sciences,Shinas, Sultanate of Oman.
  • External examiner to evaluate the Ph.D. thesis at Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies (VISTAS), Chennai, India.
  • Adjudicator for evaluation of the Ph.D. thesis at Sri Siddhartha Institute Of Technology (SSIT) University in Tumkur, India.
  • Peer Reviewer Ministry of Higher Education Research and Innovation (MoHERI), Sultanate of Oman.
  • Member Ministry of Higher Education Research and Innovation (MoHERI), Sultanate of Oman.
  • Reviewer Ministry of Higher Education Research and Innovation (MoHERI), Sultanate of Oman.
  • Reviewer International Journal of System Assurance Engineering and Management (IJSA) - SPRINGER.
  • Reviewer Journal of Uncertain Systems (JUS) - SPRINGER.
  • Reviewer IJIE Editor International Journal of Integrated Engineering
  • ReviewerActa Geophysica Official Journal of The Institute of Geophysics, PAS and Polish Academy of Sciences.
  • ReviewerMicroprocessors and Microsystems, ElSeiver.
  • ReviewerInternational Journal of Intelligent Computing and Cybernetics (IJICC)
  • ReviewerInternational Conference on Computational Intelligence NCCI 2021, Kristu Jayanthi College (Autonomous), Bangalore, India.
  • ReviewerFourth National Conference on Sustainable Advanced Computing ICSAC 2021, India.
  • Research Advisorto Guide M.Phil. Scholars of Bharathidasan University.
  • Member of Post Graduate Board of Examination of Bharathidasan University.
  • Member in the Academic Council of Bishop Heber College(Autonomous).

INVITED TALKS

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING/COURSES/CERTIFICATION

Workshop on "21st Century Skills in Teaching" on 6th November 2018 organized by Staff Professional Development Committee, IT Department – Shinas College of Technology, Ministry of Manpower, Sultanate of Oman.

short course on "Blockchain" on 2nd April 2018 organized by e.Oman, Sultanate of Oman.

Certificate Course in “Foundations of Psychology” by RMIT University, Managed by Open Universities Australia – April 28th 2016.

Certificate Course in “User Experience for the Web” by Open to Study Managed by Open Universities Australia – April 28th 2016.

workshop on "Understanding Institutional Standards Assessment" on 3rd April 2013 organized by Quality Assurance Department – Ministry of Manpower, Sultanate of Oman.

workshop on "Developing Strategic Plans for Colleges of Technology" on 2nd April 2013 organized by Quality Assurance Department – Ministry of Manpower, Sultanate of Oman.

Completed CCNA-1 Exploration: Network Fundamentals course as part of the CISCO Networking Academy.

Completed CCNA-2 Exploration: Routing Protocols & Concepts course as part of the CISCO Networking Academy.

Completed ICDL certification - international standard in end-user computer skills.

Contact

Location:

Sohar, North Al Batinah, Sultanate of Oman

Call:

+968 9565 0645