Humanities and Applied Sciences
The Department of Humanities and Applied Sciences plays a pivotal role in the academic framework of an engineering institution by delivering foundational courses in basic sciences and humanities to students across all engineering disciplines. Its primary objective is to establish a strong academic base in core subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Professional Communication & Ethics. These disciplines are essential for developing the analytical, conceptual, and communication competencies required for a successful engineering education.
The department comprises a team of highly qualified and experienced faculty members, including five Ph.D. holders. Our faculty is well-regarded not only for delivering the complete prescribed curriculum but also for inspiring students to go beyond textbooks, fostering a deeper theoretical and practical understanding of the subject matter.
At MHSSCOE, we take pride in our committed and dynamic faculty who consistently strive to address and resolve student queries with dedication and empathy. Their goal is to nurture the intellectual and personal growth of each student, preparing them to graduate as well-rounded, industry-ready professionals.
Given that the department primarily engages with first-year engineering students, special emphasis is placed on creating a unified academic environment for learners from diverse social, linguistic, and economic backgrounds. Our faculty members take proactive measures to guide students in adapting to the professional academic setting by encouraging punctuality, academic discipline, appropriate vocabulary, and responsible conduct.
In addition to academic instruction, the faculty also plays a vital advisory role in familiarizing students with the university’s credit and grading systems, as well as other institutional rules and procedures—often encountered by students for the first time.
The department employs a well-rounded teaching methodology that includes lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions, and remedial classes as needed. Innovative teaching strategies, engaging lectures, regular assignments, and active student-teacher interaction are all integral parts of our pedagogical approach.
Through a combination of academic rigor, personalized mentorship, and ethical guidance, the Department of Humanities and Applied Sciences ensures that students are well-prepared for the challenges of their engineering journey and beyond.
Humanities and Applied Sciences
Dr. Iqbal Ahmed Shaikh
In-charge F.E.
The Applied Science Department at M.H. Saboo Siddik College of Engineering is anchored by a team of highly qualified, experienced, and dedicated faculty members committed to nurturing academic excellence. Each faculty member plays an active role in ensuring that students not only grasp the fundamentals of the university curriculum but are also well-prepared to meet the challenges of an increasingly competitive world beyond the classroom.
Recognizing the transition students undergo from higher secondary education to an engineering curriculum, the department implements a structured support system. Faculty Mentors are assigned to each student of First-Year Engineering to guide and address the academic and personal needs of students during this crucial phase.
Through continuous academic monitoring, personalized mentorship, and a focus on foundational knowledge, the department empowers students to adapt effectively, build strong conceptual understanding, and perform with confidence in their university examinations.
Language Lab
Location: Central Building, 4th Floor
Area: 86.19 sq. Mtr
Resources/ Equipments: The Language Lab
The English Language laboratory exists to help the students to use technology efficiently to communicate. It aids in acquiring a sensibility for the sounds and rhythm of a language where the students are guided to hear the best samples of English Language which thereby helps them to enhance their communication skills. It has some of the most basic facilities. This includes a room spanned over a carpet area of 86.19 Sqr Metres with, 25 PCs and chairs for students, a white board, 3 web cams and headphones.
Chemistry Lab
Location: Main Building, 4th Floor
Area: 120 sq. Mtr
Resources/ Equipments: Applied chemistry
Lab is equipped with all the required equipments for conducting first year practical. The lab has a capacity of 25 students. It is equipped with deioniser, hot air oven, Able’s and Pensky Marten flash point apparatus, heating mantles and water baths.
Physics Lab
Location: Main Building, 4th Floor
Area: 123 sq. Mtr
Resources/ Equipments:
Applied Physics lab is equipped with all the required equipments for conducting first year practicals.The lab has a capacity of 25 students.It is equipped with Spectrometer, Laser source, Planck’s Constant set up , Newtons Ring set up, diode trainer kit, diffraction grating etc..
National Voters Day
We are pleased to announce that the NSS Programme Officer of our college, Dr. Asrar Pathan was honored by the Election Commission of India, 184 Byculla Constituency, on the occasion of National Voters Day, celebrated on 25th January 2025 at Maharashtra College, Mumbai. This recognition was bestowed upon him for his active participation and contribution of our NSS Unit during the Loksabha and Vidhansabha Elections 2024 under the ELC and SVEEP programs.
Adwitiyah Naari-2025
Dr. Ratna Panvekar was presented with the “Eminent Scientist in Physics Award”, Adwitiyah Naari-2025, by SIDVI Society for Research and Development (SSRD) registered under Govt. of Telangana on International Women’s Day dated 8th March 2025. She has contributed to academia through her roles on interview panels at TISS Mumbai and as Head Evaluator for the Civil Services Main Examination at JPSC Jharkhand.
NEP-2020
Dr. Jawed Shaikh was a part of NEP-2020 curriculum design committee(2024) for first year engineering for Applied Mathematics.
Appointed as the Convener of Syllabus Revision under NEP 2020, by University of Mumbai
Dr. Iqbal Ahmed Shaikh was appointed as the Convener of Syllabus Revision under NEP 2020, by University of Mumbai for the subjects ‘Applied Physics’ and ‘Elective Physics’. Dr. Shaikh has played a pivotal role in curriculum development at the university level and has authored multiple textbooks on Applied Physics for Mumbai University, SPPU, and DBATU.
