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College Placement System: A Project Report for Computer Science and Engineering, Schemes and Mind Maps of Software Engineering

This project report provides a detailed analysis of a college placement system (cps) designed to automate and streamline the placement process for students in computer science and engineering. The report explores the challenges of traditional manual placement systems, outlines the key features and functionalities of the cps, and discusses its potential benefits for students, recruiters, and educational institutions. The report also addresses important considerations such as database management, security features, integration capabilities, and training requirements.

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College Placement System
A Major Project Report Submitted To
Rajiv Gandhi Proudhyogiki Vishwavidyalaya, Bhopal
Towards Partial Fulfilment for The Award of
Bachelor of Engineering
In
Computer Science and Engineering
Submitted By:
Aman Pandey (0817CS211003)
Aryan Gawali (0817CS211007)
Under the Supervision of:
Mrs. Srasthi Thakur
Lakshmi Narain Collage of Technology and Science, Indore
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College Placement System

A Major Project Report Submitted To

Rajiv Gandhi Proudhyogiki Vishwavidyalaya, Bhopal

Towards Partial Fulfilment for The Award of

Bachelor of Engineering

In

Computer Science and Engineering

Submitted By:

Aman Pandey (0817CS211003)

Aryan Gawali (0817CS211007)

Under the Supervision of:

Mrs. Srasthi Thakur

Lakshmi Narain Collage of Technology and Science, Indore

Estd. CERTIFICATE

This is certified that project called “Collage Placement System”

submitted by Aman Pandey (0817CS211003) and Aryan Gawali

(0817CS21100 7 ) is a satisfactory account of the Bonafide work done

under our supervision and is recommended towards partial fulfilment

for the award of the degree Bachelor of Engineering in Computer

Science and Engineering/ Information Technology to Rajiv

Gandhi Prodhyogiki Vishwavidyalaya, Bhopal (M.P)

Date: 16 - 11 - 2024

Endorsed By:

Mrs. Srashti Thakur Mr. Bahrani Prakash

Project Guide (HOD, CSE/IT) Principal, LNCT

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Every endeavour I understand takes an indomitable urge, perseverance, and proper guidance especially when it is most needed. Internally motivated to undertake some appreciable work as my degree project. Unsure though but with a hope and then I was introduced to this project work to be completed, initially when I had ever thought of, the kind of work I was going to do. A sincere gratitude to my guide Mrs. Srashti Thakur for providing all the necessary requirements, moral support, and other staff members for their valuable guidance. Their fruitful suggestions, valuable comments and support were of immense help for continuation dissertation work. He/she gave me the opportunity to complete the project under his/her guidance and supervision. I also owe my sincere thanks to Mrs. Srashti Thakur (HOD, CSE/IT) and to Mr. Bahrani Prakash (Principal, LNCT Indore) for helping me in each aspect of my academic activities and all the teaching and non-teaching staffs of Department of Computer Science and Engineering/Information Technology who have been always ready with a helping hand. I am really indebted to Shri. Suprabhat Chauksey (M.D, LNCT Indore) for providing all the facility and infrastructure to complete my work. And, I thank my parents and my entire family member for their unlimited support and strength. Without their dedication and dependability, I could not have completed my minor project work. Last, but not the least, I thank all the peoples, who have helped me directly or indirectly in accomplishing this work. It has been a privilege to study at Lakhmi Narain College of Technology, Indore. Aman Pandey (0817CS211003) Aryan Gawali (0817CS211007)

1. Introduction/Overview

From a student’s perspective, placements represent a critical milestone in their academic journey, offering invaluable opportunities for career growth and providing a direct link to the professional world. It is one of the most anticipated and defining moments of a student's educational experience. Efficient management and execution of the placement process is, therefore, crucial for educational institutions. Traditionally, many colleges still rely on manual methods to handle placement activities, which can be both labor- intensive and time-consuming. Manual systems require significant human intervention, leading to increased workloads, higher chances of errors, delays, and inconsistency in handling student data, tracking recruitment progress, and coordinating communication between students, faculty, and recruiters. The major challenges of manual placement systems include difficulties in maintaining up-to-date student records, tracking application statuses, and generating real-time reports for both students and companies. The lack of automation can cause ambiguity, confusion, and inefficiencies, which not only frustrate students and recruiters but also affect the overall reputation of the institution’s placement process. To overcome these challenges, we have developed a comprehensive and scalable College Placement System. Our system automates key aspects of the placement process, reducing the reliance on manual effort, and significantly cutting down on administrative burden. By automating tasks such as student data management, resume submission, job application tracking, and recruiter coordination, the system ensures smooth and error- free operations.

The college management admin can log in using their credentials. They can view both the ongoing as well as all the company recruitment list along with the details. They can view the students by choosing the course, branch, and section. They can view the list and search for a student by their username. They can view the student details as well. They can check the statistics based on the branch. They can view the graphical representation as students placed vs unplaced, student’s vs the number of jobs offered, companies and categories. They can view the off- campus application of the students who have been placed by choosing the course, branch and section. They can view the list of students and even search for a particular student using the username or status (places, etc.). They can even check the policy page. They can log out anytime they want. Note: There would be 3 categories – Mass, Core and Dream. If you are placed in a higher category, you cannot apply for the lower one. Also, you cannot apply anywhere if you have been placed in 2 companies on campus.

3. Feasibility Study

Objectives of the Study:

The primary objective of this feasibility study is to determine the viability of creating a College Placement System that:

  • Automates manual tasks, thereby improving operational efficiency.
  • Reduces errors and inconsistencies in student and company data management.
  • Enhances the experience for students, faculty, and recruiting companies.
  • Ensures scalability, flexibility, and user-friendliness.

A. Technical Feasibility:

The technical feasibility of the CPS depends on the availability of appropriate tools and technologies to support its design and deployment. Some key considerations include:

  • Software Platform: The system will be developed using modern web technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (React or Angular for front-end), and a back-end framework like Python Django.
  • Database Management: The system will require a robust database management system (DBMS), such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB, to store student, job, and recruiter data securely.
  • Cloud Infrastructure: To ensure scalability, the system will be deployed on cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, which will allow easy scaling based on usage demand.
  • Security Features: Given the sensitivity of student data, the system will implement encryption protocols (e.g., SSL/TLS) and access control mechanisms to ensure privacy and security.
  • Cost-Benefit Analysis: By automating key tasks, the CPS will reduce the workload of placement officers and administrative staff, leading to cost savings. Additionally, the system will increase placement efficiency, potentially improving placement rates and enhancing the institution’s reputation, leading to long-term financial benefits.

D. Legal Feasibility:

Legal feasibility concerns ensuring that the system complies with relevant laws and regulations, particularly with respect to data privacy and security.

  • Data Privacy: The CPS must adhere to data protection laws such as GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) in Europe or CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) in the United States. Student data must be stored and processed securely, with appropriate consent obtained from students.
  • Data Security: The system must implement strong encryption, user authentication, and secure access controls to protect sensitive student and recruiter data from unauthorized access or breaches.

4. System Description

The system comprises 2 major modules with their sub-modules as follows:

❖ Student:

  • Registration:
    • The student will require to register by adding their personal and academic details.
  • Login:
    • The student can log in using their email/username and password.
  • Profile:
    • They can view their personal/academic details and even update them in their profile.
  • Change Password :
    • The student can change their password if they want.
  • Homepage:
    • The student can view the ongoing company recruitments along with the details and can apply if eligible.
    • They can also view all company recruitments along with the details and can apply if eligible.
  • Placements:
    • The student can view the list of the companies they have applied to and details about their status.
  • Off-campus:
    • They can add/view off-campus jobs they have applied for and details about their status.
  • They can add/view off-campus applications and details about the status.
  • Statistics:
  • They can view the statistics based on branches.
  • The graphical representations as placed vs unplaced, student vs number offered, companies and categories.
  • Policy (static page):
  • They can view the policy.
  • Logout:
  • The admin can log out anytime they want ❖ College management:
  • Login:
  • The college management admin can log in using their credentials.
  • Homepage :
  • They can view the ongoing company recruitment lists along with the details.
  • They view all the company recruitment lists along with the details.
  • View students:
  • They can search the students by choosing a course, branch and section.
  • They can view the list of students by filtering by USN.
  • They can view the student details.
  • Statistics:
  • They can view the statistics based on branches.
  • They can view the graphical representations as placed vs
  • unplaced, student’s vs the number of jobs offered, companies and categories.
  • Off-Campus:
    • They can view the off-campus applications by choosing a course, branch, and section.
    • They can view the list of jobs by filtering by USN / status (placed etc.)
    • They can view off-campus applications of only those students who have been placed.
  • Policy (static page):
    • They can view the policy.
  • Logout:
    • They can log out whenever they want.
  • Advanced AI Features:
    • AI-based job recommendations, skills matching, or predictive analytics will not be part of the initial release.
  • Mobile App Development:
    • While the system will be responsive for mobile browsers, a standalone mobile app is outside the scope for the first version.
  • Off-Campus Placement Management:
    • The system will focus primarily on on-campus placement activities. Off-campus placement support may be considered in future releases.

6. Benefits of the College Placement System (CPS)

Automation of Routine Task:

  • Finding :
    • Automating key tasks such as job posting management, application submission, and interview scheduling will significantly reduce administrative overhead.
  • Insight :
    • By automating routine processes, the CPS will free up valuable time for placement officers to focus on strategic activities like student counselling and recruiter engagement. Automation will also eliminate human errors related to manual data entry, leading to a more reliable system.

Improved Communication and Collaboration:

  • Finding :
    • The CPS provides a centralized platform where students, recruiters, and placement officers can interact seamlessly.
  • Insight :
    • By providing real-time communication tools, the system will streamline interactions, ensuring that important updates (e.g., interview invitations, feedback, application status) are delivered promptly. Notifications and alerts will reduce the risk of missed opportunities and foster more transparent communication among stakeholders.

Real-Time Data Tracking and Transparency:

  • Finding :
    • The ability to track applications, interview statuses, and job offers in real time is one of the most valuable features of the CPS.

7. System Requirements

Hardware Requirement:

  • I 3 processor system or higher
  • 4 GB RAM or higher
  • 100 GB ROM or higher

Software Requirement:

  • Front End : HTML, CSS, JAVASCRIPT
  • Backend: MySQL
  • Framework: Django

8. Conclusion

The College Placement System (CPS) represents a significant leap forward in transforming how educational institutions manage their placement processes. The challenges of manual systems—such as inefficiencies, communication breakdowns, lack of transparency, and high administrative workloads—are addressed through the automation and centralization offered by CPS. By streamlining tasks such as job posting, application tracking, and interview scheduling, the system will save time, reduce errors, and improve overall operational efficiency. The CPS will enhance communication between students, recruiters, and placement officers, providing a unified platform that ensures transparency and real-time updates. Students will benefit from greater visibility into their application status, while recruiters will have an efficient tool for managing their hiring process. Placement officers will be able to monitor progress, generate reports, and make data-driven decisions, ultimately improving the overall effectiveness of the placement process. Furthermore, the system’s scalability ensures it can grow with the institution, accommodating an increasing number of students, job postings, and recruiters. By delivering a user-friendly and secure platform that fosters better engagement and simplifies administrative tasks, CPS will not only improve the placement experience for all stakeholders but also contribute to an institution’s reputation as a leader in career services.