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Dhaka Polytechnic Institute

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Dhaka Polytechnic Institute
ঢাকা পলিটেকনিক ইনস্টিটিউট
Former name
East Pakistan Polytechnic Institute

East Bengal Polytechnic Institute

Dacca Polytechnic Institute
Motto"Technology is the advancement"
TypePublic
Established1955; 71 years ago (1955)
AccreditationInstitution of Diploma Engineers, Bangladesh
Academic affiliations
Bangladesh Technical Education Board
PrincipalSahela Parvin[1]
Academic staff
116[2]
Students9,200
Address
Shaheed Tajuddin Ahmed Avenue, Tejgaon Industrial Area
,
Dhaka
,
1208
,
Bangladesh

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CampusUrban, 27 acres (11 ha)
LanguageBangla
Education systemCoeducation
Demonymdpians
ColoursWhite   Black  
Websitedhaka.polytech.gov.bd
Dhaka Polytechnic Institute
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Dhaka Polytechnic Institute (Bengali: ঢাকা পলিটেকনিক ইনস্টিটিউট, also known as DPI) is a government technical institute in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It is the largest and the oldest polytechnic academia in modern Bangladesh.

History

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"East Pakistan Polytechnic Institute, Dacca" was established in May 1955 by Oklahoma State University-Stillwater with funding from the Ford Foundation.[3] By the mid-1960s, it had become "Dacca Polytechnic Institute".[4]

Directorates

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The institute operates under the executive control of the Ministry of Education acting through the Directorate of Technical Education.[5] The academic programs and curricula are maintained under the regulation of the Bangladesh Technical Education Board (BTEB).[6] BTEB functions under the Directorate of Inspection and Audit, which in turn functions under Chief Accounts Office.

Campus

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A small ground of Dhaka Polytechnic Institute

The main campus is a large four-storied building. A branch of the Sonali Bank has been established for the DPI students' banking facilities, which is located at the northern corner of the main building. A large auditorium is also located inside the main campus for various events and cultural activities. The southern corner houses a Shaheed Minar.

Workshop

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A large well-equipped workshop is located on the main campus to enhance students' practical skills. Practical classes for Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Automobile and Refrigeration, Chemical, and Chemical (Food) are frequently held in the workshop.[citation needed]

Library

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DPI library[7] has a collection of 20,000 books and 10,000+ bound periodicals. Besides, 37 titles are in the current subscription list of journals. The main reading room of central library can accommodate 100 students at a time to provide reading facilities of rare and out of print books, ready reference and prescribed textbooks.[citation needed]

Medical center

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The institute has a medical facility with a full-time medical officer (Diploma in Pharmacy) and other supporting staff. The center provides free treatment to the students and faculty.[citation needed]

Dhaka Polytechnic Post Office

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Dhaka Polytechnic Post office is a famous post office at Tejgaon. It's located at Battala mor just after the workshop building.[8]

Stadium

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DPI has a stadium located close to Tejgaon Nabisco junction. The stadium is a venue for different kinds of events and matches including physical education classes for DPI students.[citation needed]

Cafeteria and gymnasium

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There is a cafeteria within the institute premises for light refreshment of students, staff and teachers;the institute possesses a gymnasium equipped with necessary facilities.[citation needed]

Hostels

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Dhaka Polytechnic Institute has following hostels:[9]

Quarters

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  • Dhaka Polytechnic Staff Quarter
  • Dhaka Polytechnic Teacher's Quarter

Contiguous College & school

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Dhaka Polytechnic Institute Central Mosque

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Dhaka Polytechnic Institute has a central mosque just beside the main building. It also has a two-storey mosque beside the Latif Hostel. Also, has a market named Dhaka Polytechnic Mosque Market (near BITAC).[citation needed]

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Dhaka Polytechnic Institute Central Mosque

Dhaka Polytechnic Institute playground

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Dhaka Polytechnic Institute Playground is so small that students can play only volleyball and cricket.[citation needed]

Grading system

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The academic year consists of eight semesters. Academic courses are based on a credit system. Each semester held 6 months. First 7 semesters based on academic education and last semester is Industrial Attachment (6 month).[citation needed]

Academics

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Dhaka Polytechnic Institute has the following departments of technology:

  • Faculty of Civil Technology
    • Department of Civil Technology
    • Department of Apparel and Textile Technology
    • Department of Environmental Technology
  • Faculty of Mechanical Technology
    • Department of Mechanical Technology
    • Department of Chemical Technology
    • Department of Food Technology
  • Faculty of Electrical and Electronics Technology
    • Department of Electrical Technology
    • Department of Electronics Technology
    • Department of Computer Technology
    • Department of Power Technology (Automobile & RAC)
    • NonTech Department[2]

Short designation

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Student organizations

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  • Architectural Innovation and Development Club (AIDC)
  • DPI Bondhumohol-ডিপিআই বন্ধুমহল
  • BASIS Student Forum - DPI Chapter
  • Team Shadow
  • DPIAN'S DIARY
  • DPI Rover Scout Group
  • DPI Sports Association
  • DPI Drama Society
  • DPI Blood Donation
  • DPI Journalist Society
  • Team Karigor - An Innovative Team of Dhaka Polytechnic Institute
  • DPI Debating Society
  • DPI Cultural Club
  • Dhaka Polytechnic Alumni Association[12]

Notable alumni

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See also

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References

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