Industry Connect - Real-World Alignment of the B.Tech (IoT) Program

The Department of IoT maintains robust industry partnerships to ensure the curriculum remains aligned with current technologies and future market needs. Continuous interaction with industry professionals supports curriculum refinement, introduction of new electives, and enhancement of lab and project components.

Expert talks, technology sessions, and hands-on workshops provide students with exposure to cutting-edge IoT, AI/ML, Cloud, Cybersecurity, and Embedded platforms. Alumni and industry leaders regularly share insights on career pathways, real-time projects, and evolving industry expectations. This strong industry connect ensures that the program remains practice-driven, skill-oriented, and highly relevant to employer needs.

Next Generation of IoT-QNX RTOS

An expert talk on “Next Generation of IoT-QNX RTOS” was held on 23rd August 2025 at Rose Hall, organized by the Department of IoT, KL University. The session focused on real-time operating systems for IoT, covering industry use cases and advancements in QNX technology. It was delivered by Mr. V. Murali Krishna, Director of Software Engineering at BlackBerry QNX, who shared his expertise in embedded systems and IoT software solutions.

Career Guidance: Build Your Future in Embedded & IoT

An industry expert talk on “Career Guidance: Build Your Future in Embedded & IoT” was held on 20th September 2025 at Jasmine Hall, organized by the Department of IoT, KL University. It was delivered by Mr. Sreenath Jayaram, Software Engineer - Braking Software Architecture at ZF Guangzhou, China. The session provided students with insights into career paths, required skills, and global opportunities in Embedded Systems and IoT.

From Bitcoin to Smart Contracts: Your Gateway into the Blockchain Revolution

An expert talk on From Bitcoin to Smart Contracts: Your Gateway into the Blockchain Revolution was held on 26th July 2025 at the R&D Block. Delivered by Mr. Mamidi Bala Sai Charan from Zebpay, the session introduced students to blockchain fundamentals and its evolution from Bitcoin to smart contracts. The talk highlighted real-world applications and emerging industry opportunities in blockchain technology.

Alumni Expert Talk: Breaking into Secure- Hacking Meets the Internet of Things

An Alumni Expert Talk was organized on 14th August 2025 at Room R004, featuring Ms. R. Lakshmi Prasanna Sai, Senior Security Researcher at Quick Heal and distinguished alumna of KL University. She provided deep insights into IoT security, ethical hacking methodologies, and emerging cyber threats. The session offered students valuable exposure to real-world cybersecurity challenges and best practices.

Internships, Projects and Placements

• The department actively collaborates with companies to provide internship opportunities where students work on real-time projects and gain industry exposure.
• Final-year and capstone projects are often co-mentored by industry professionals, ensuring that problem statements are relevant and solutions are deployable.
• Strong industry relations support high-quality placements, with students being recruited into domains such as IoT development, Embedded Systems, AI/ML, Automation, Cloud, and related areas.

Outcome and Impact

Through these structured initiatives, the Industry Connect of the Department:

• Makes the curriculum contemporary and application-driven.
• Enhances student readiness for professional roles.
• Promotes innovation, problem-solving, and product thinking
• Builds a strong pipeline from classroom learning to industry practice

This holistic engagement with industry demonstrates the department's commitment to delivering a professionally relevant and future-ready B.Tech (IoT) program.