Doubts regarding smart manufacturing
Hi everyone! I recently got allotted Smart Manufacturing at IIITDM Kancheepuram through JoSAA. I'm seriously considering joining, but I have a few doubts. I'd really appreciate honest answers from current students or alumni.
How is the Smart Manufacturing branch overall?
What is the future scope of this branch in India
What kind of roles do graduates usually get (core, software, analytics, automation, robotics, etc.)?
What companies visit for placements specifically for Smart Manufacturing students?
What are the average, median, and highest packages for this branch?
What is the placement percentage for Smart Manufacturing?
Are students allowed to sit for software placements?
If yes, what percentage of students usually get software roles?
How easy or difficult is it to get a core job compared to ECE/Mechanical?
When do internships usually start (2nd year or 3rd year)?
Are internships mostly on-campus or off-campus?
Are internships generally paid or unpaid? What is the typical stipend range?
How difficult is the branch academically?
Is the workload manageable alongside coding and competitive exam preparation?
Are there enough labs, projects, and hands-on learning opportunities?
Is there any branch change option after the first year? If yes, how difficult is it?
How active are the coding culture, technical clubs, hackathons, and robotics clubs?
Do students usually pursue higher studies (MS/MTech) or placements after graduation?
Looking back, would you choose Smart Manufacturing at IIITDM Kancheepuram again? Why or why not?
I'd really appreciate honest opinions—the positives as well as the negatives. Thanks in advance!