Department of Information Technology
Bringing people, information and technology together to create a positive change
Being a pioneer department of the Faculty of Information Technology, the Department of Information Technology takes pride in offering both undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes geared towards bringing people, information and technology together to create and disseminate knowledge for making a positive change aligned with national priorities.
Our academic staff and students are engaged in research spanning multimedia technologies, geographic information systems, data communication and networks, database systems, software engineering, mobile technologies and human-computer interaction, with projects presently funded by the National Research Council (NRC). Students have secured championships in major IT competitions for several consecutive years, and graduates enjoy a high rate of employability recognised across the industry.
At a Glance
Head of Department
Dr. C.R.J. Amalraj
Head, Department of Information Technology
Our department combines rigorous foundations with hands-on engineering practice. Every undergraduate completes an industrial placement and a substantial research or development project, and our staff are deeply engaged in problem-driven projects with both academia and industry partners.
Vision
To build a strong culture of research and teaching excellence that responds dynamically to the challenges of Information Technology in the 21st century.
Mission
- •Provide quality education in both theoretical and applied Information Technology, training students to apply their knowledge and skills to solve emerging technological problems.
- •Conduct research to advance the state of the art in Information Technology and apply research findings to improve quality of life.
- •Provide expert services in Information Technology to state organizations, industry and society as a premier academic department.
- •Contribute to sustainable, scientific, technological, social, and economic development in Sri Lanka.
Research & Innovation Areas
Programmes & Learning Platforms
Staff Directory
Dr. C.R.J. Amalraj
Head of the DepartmentSenior Lecturer Grade I
Prof. (Mrs.) S. Ahangama
Professor
Dr. M.F.M. Firdhous
Senior Lecturer Grade I
Mr. B.H. Sudantha
Senior Lecturer Grade I
Dr. S.C. Premaratne
Senior Lecturer Grade I
Dr. L. Ranathunga
Senior Lecturer Grade I
Mrs. G.T.I. Karunaratne
Senior Lecturer Grade I
Dr. C.P. Wijesiriwardane
Senior Lecturer Grade II
Dr. T.M. Thanthriwatta
Senior Lecturer Grade II
Mr. R.A.D.M.P. Ranawaka
Lecturer (Probationary)
Mrs. D.A.I.D. Devendra
Lecturer (Probationary)
Mrs. M.N. Chandimali
Lecturer (Probationary)
Mrs. W.M.R.M. Wijesuriya
Lecturer (Probationary)
Ms. A. Pirapaharan
Lecturer (Probationary)
Mr. P.K.K.N.S. Jayathilake
Lecturer (On Contract)
Ms. K.C.T. Manawathilake
Lecturer (On Contract)
Ms. M.G.N.N. Premadasa
Lecturer (On Contract)
Ms. R.M.D.P. Rathnayake
Lecturer (On Contract)
Ms. W.A.G. Nilnuwani
Lecturer (On Contract)
Ms. A.K.B. Nanayakkara
Lecturer (On Contract)
Ms. B.A.E. Madhushika
Lecturer (On Contract)
Ms. B.L.P. Sankalpana
Lecturer (On Contract)
Ms. H.K.B.K. Kumari
Lecturer (On Contract)
Ms. M.M.A.M.J. Megasuriya
Lecturer (On Contract)
Ms. P.H. Githmi
Lecturer (On Contract)
Ms. J.A.C. Chanuki
Lecturer (On Contract)
Mrs. S.C.P. De Silva
Instructor (Computer Technology)
Mrs. P.A.S. Fernando
Training Engineer Grade II
Mr. H.N. Wanniarachchi
Temporary Instructor
Mr. K.O.U.S. Dayarathna
Temporary Instructor
Mrs. D.G.S.M. Karunathilake
Temporary Instructor
Mrs. M.L.S.K. Mahawela
Temporary Instructor
Ms. C.I.M. Fernando
Temporary Instructor
Ms. J.A.D.S. Lakshani
Temporary Instructor
Ms. L.P.T. Dimalsha
Temporary Instructor
Ms. M.A.L.S.K. Manchanayaka
Temporary Instructor
Ms. M.S. Liyanage
Temporary Instructor
Ms. N.G.C.P. Neelawala
Temporary Instructor
Ms. S.H.O.O. Gayathri
Temporary Instructor
Ms. W.A.N. Chathurani
Temporary Instructor
Mrs. I.U. Saseepali
Staff Technical Officer
Mrs. M.R.M. Peiris
Staff Technical Officer
Mr. M.D.C.N. Abeynayaka
Technical Officer
Mr. S.T.K. Gamhewage
Staff Technical Officer
Mr. W.A.P.S. Fernando
Technical Officer
Ms. R.D. Wageeshani
Technical Officer
Mr. G.H.M.C.S. Herath
Technical Officer
Mrs. S.M.C.J. Ishanka
Technical Officer
Mrs. A.S. Liyanagoda
Staff Management Assistant
Mrs. D.M.P.T. Gunasekara
Management Assistant Grade III
Ms. K.M.K. Karunanayaka
Management Assistant
Mr. W.A.K. Silva
Lab Attendant
Mr. C.S.P. Haputhanthri
Lab Attendant
Mr. Y.D.S. Nandasiri
Lab Attendant
Mr. U.K.S. Viraj
Lab Attendant
Mrs. U.M.R. Chathurangani
Lab Attendant
Mr. A.M.R.L.B. Alahakoon
Lab Attendant
Mr. K.I. Madusanka
Lab Attendant
Mr. L.B.H. Kumara
Lab Attendant
Mr. L.H.G.V. Dilan
Lab Attendant
Mr. E.D.C. Jayanatha
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