The department of Information Technology was established during the year 2000, with a vision to produce competent technologists capable of adding value to professional standards. Technologies are changing at a rapid pace and touching every corner of our lives. The Department of IT is dedicated towards grooming students and making them ready to meet the requirements of this competitive and rapidly evolving sector. The department has well qualified faculty members with considerable experience in academics, research. The laboratories of the department are well equipped with latest software and tools as per Anna University requirements to conduct various labs like Operating Systems Lab , DBMS Lab, Compiler Lab , Data mining Lab, Security Lab etc. The department emphasizes on the development of hands on skill of the students to complement their theoretical knowledge and as such the department organizes periodical training programs and workshops to train students with the latest technologies apart from the regular curriculum. The department has a vibrant learning environment where all the students and faculty members nurture the spirit of innovation, creativity and contribute effectively to the advancement of technology. The department has produced large number of highly accomplished alumni since its inception. They are spread across the globe as professionals in reputed multinational companies, pursuing higher education and into research and development. The department of Information Technology at SMIT continues the tradition of transforming fresh young students into successful professionals.