Department of Home Science

History

The department of home science was established in 1970 to cater to need of empowering rural and urban women to contribute to family and economy and improving their quality of life. The department came into existence with a mission to provide education with practical experience to the female youths of the society. Realizing the need and important role played by women in raising standard of living of family and happiness of home the college imparts home science as an optional subject in B.A.-I. The department is well equipped with three laboratories viz.Home science integrates arts and science. It covers all the aspects of human living physical, biological, chemical, social and environments. The students can further study and work as Garment manufacture technologist, Fashion designers, Merchandisers, Interior designers, Dieticians, Bakers, Confectioners, Food preservers. They can start their own entrepreneurial ventures in bakery, boutique, art and craft.

  • Food and nutrition laboratory: This lab has equipmentsfor weighing, measuring, cooking, baking, microwaving and serving food. The dry groceries are provided to the students from the lab itself.
  • Clothing and textile laboratory: This lab has equipments for stitching, embroidery, taking measurements, drafting, dyeing, and printing.
  • Home management laboratory: This lab has equipments for making Rangoli, vases of different styles for flower arrangement, flannels, vacuum cleaner, color wheel models etc.

Faculty Profile

  • Mrs. Ruchi Kalra
  • Specialization :Food and Nutrition
  • Email :Ruchipathela.kalra@gmail.com
  • Designation :Head & Assistant Professor
  • CV :View

Program Offered

Name of course Duration No of seats
B.A. (homescience) 3 years 60
Certificate Course in Food processing and preservation 6 months 60
Cooking and baking course 45 hours 30
Food preservation and baking 45 hours 30

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