St. Joseph’s College of Engineering
Vertical : Education Sector
Objective
St. Joseph’s College of Engineering aspired to enhance its Wi-Fi infrastructure to support over 11,000 students and faculty members. The institution required smooth and secure connectivity across academic buildings, research centres and hostel facilities to improve access to online learning resources, research materials and virtual classrooms.
Approach
The institution partnered with Quantum Networks to implement an advanced Wi-Fi solution that delivers high-speed internet access, ensuring uninterrupted connectivity across the campus.
Statistics
Quantum Networks enterprise-grade Access Points and Switches were deployed with a cloud-based monitoring system for real-time network management and security.
Challenges
Key connectivity challenges affecting students and faculty included:
Slow Speeds: The existing wired network struggled to handle the increasing number of users, resulting in lagging speeds.
Limited Coverage: Key areas like labs, libraries and hostels had inadequate Wi-Fi access.
User Experience Issues: Students and researchers faced difficulties accessing e-books, research papers and large file-sharing platforms.
Solution
Quantum Networks deployed a campus-wide Wi-Fi infrastructure with enterprise-grade access points and controllers to ensure high-speed connectivity. The solution included:
Site Survey: Identifying problem areas and optimizing network design.
Advanced Equipment: High-performance Wi-Fi hardware installed across the campus.
Cloud-based Monitoring: Ensuring network security and performance optimization.
Outcomes
The new Wi-Fi infrastructure led to significant improvements:
Expanded Coverage: Reliable Internet access across classrooms, research centres and hostel facilities.
Enhanced User Experience: Faster speeds, smoother connectivity and improved access to academic resources.
Security Management: Enforced access control, encryption and real-time monitoring to safeguard user data.
Faculty Feedback
The Quantum Networks Wi-Fi infrastructure has transformed the digital learning experience. Faculty members highlighted the increased efficiency in research collaboration and online learning, enabling students to access educational content without disruptions. St. Joseph’s College of Engineering’s commitment to technological advancement has strengthened its academic offerings, providing students with a superior digital learning environment.