As a result of diverse elements like outdated learning methodology and imbalance of theoretical and experimental knowledge, over 75% of engineering graduates in India are not readily employable. They do not possess real-world skills needed by the corporations. This research discusses strategies for a combined approach of project based learning (PBL) and student social responsibility (SSR) to reinforce real-world skills among undergraduate students. A comprehensive case study carried out by IEEE Madras Section Special Interest Group on Humanitarian Technology (SIGHT) on students from multiple institutions based on these strategies have been illustrated in this paper. Furthermore, the outcomes of the case study relating to student proficiency development and its social implications are presented.
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