The computer centre of Alagappa University was established in 1989. The Computer Centre stands as one of the Centralised facility in the University campus.

Since its inception Computer Ccentre started offering distance learning Diploma and Post Graduate Diploma Courses. This is the first institution in India started offering Post Graduate Diploma Courses in Computer Applications in distance learning mode. Apart from conducting distance learning programmes various short term programmes are also conducted for the employees of various government services.

Faculty members of Computer Centre are specialised in teaching as well as in programming. Apart from teaching the faculty members are also engaged in automation of various data processing activities in the University Administration. The Computer Centre also look after the Internet and Web Site maintenance for the University.

Future Plan

Computer Centre is planning to extend its activities by conducting multimedia awareness programmes, achieving complete automation of Administrative activities and establishing the class room teaching with the video conferencing facilities.