The Faculty of Science has initiated this programme with the name “Industrial Training and Research Committee (ITRC)” in 2005 aiming to improve and enhance the knowledge and skill set of Science Students. Moreover, it boosts the performance of students and helps them to meet career objectives. The following committee members significantly contributed to establish and develop this programme with the help of faculty members.
In 2005
(Period: 2005-2012)
Dr. Janak R. Wedagedera (Convener/Department of Mathematics)
Dr. Prasad M. Jayaweera (Department of Computer Science)
Dr. Hemali Munasingha (Department of Zoology)
Dr. Pubudu Samarasekara (Department of Physics)
Dr. Vajira Bulugahapitiya (Department of Chemistry)
Mr. P.S. Kariyawasam (Department of Botany)
Dr. M.K. Abeyratne (Department of Mathematics)
Dr. J.A.P. Bodhika (Department of Physics)
Dr. J.A.P. Bodhika, Department of Physics was appointed as the coordinator of the programme in 2012 and the programme was renamed as “INDUSTRIAL TRAINING & RESEARCH COORDINATION CENTRE (ITRCC)” under Quality and Innovation Grants (QIG). Dr. Bodhika served for eight consecutive years (2012-2019) as the coordinator of ITRCC and could connect with more than 20 industries. High number of opportunities could be created for science Students right through.