AR 2020 English

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Board of Governors of the University -2020 ............................................................................ 175

2. Members of the Academic Council -2020 ................................................................................ 176
3. University Profile ....................................................................................................................... 178
3.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 178
3.2 Vision........................................................................................................................................ 178
3.3 Mission ..................................................................................................................................... 178
3.4 The Objectives of the University .............................................................................................. 179
4 Student Profile ............................................................................................................................ 180
4.1 Capacity for Degree Programmes ............................................................................................ 180
4.2 Capacity for Diploma Programmes .......................................................................................... 181
4.3 Facilitation for Students ........................................................................................................... 181
4.3.1 Student Services Unit & Technical Services Unit ............................................................. 181
4.3.2 Library .............................................................................................................................. 182
4.3.3 Hostel Facilities ................................................................................................................ 182
5 Faculty of Engineering Technology .......................................................................................... 183
5.1 Student Intake – 2020 .............................................................................................................. 183
5.2 Inauguration Ceremony For the student intake 2020/2021 .................................................... 184
5.3 Examinations conducted for the faculty in 2020 ..................................................................... 185
5.4 Visiting Lecturers in 2020 ......................................................................................................... 185
5.5 Exemptions granted for B. Tech Students ............................................................................... 186
5.6 Work Based Industrial Training ................................................................................................ 186
5.7 Faculty Board Meetings ........................................................................................................... 186
6 Faculty of Education .................................................................................................................. 187
6.1 Inauguration, Orientation and the Foundation Programme ................................................... 187
6.2 Faculty of Education-Our Reaction to COVID 19...................................................................... 187
6.3 Examinations Conducted by the Faculty in 2020 ..................................................................... 188
6.4 General Convocation - 2020 .................................................................................................... 188
6.5 Details of Academic Staff ......................................................................................................... 189
6.6 Summary of Visiting Staff of the Faculty in 2020 ..................................................................... 190
6.7 Exemptions Granted for B. Tech students ............................................................................... 190
6.8 Industrial Training .................................................................................................................... 191
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6.9 Industrial Liaison Committees.................................................................................................. 191
6.10 Curriculum Revision of the Degree Programmes..................................................................... 191
6.11 Research ................................................................................................................................... 191
6.13 Details of Student Representatives.......................................................................................... 193
6.14 Student Activities/Achievements............................................................................................. 193
6.15 Targets in 2021......................................................................................................................... 193
6.16 New Programs .......................................................................................................................... 194
6.16.1 Postgraduate Programs.................................................................................................... 194
6.16.2 Degree programs ............................................................................................................. 194
6.16.3 A Scholarship Program for TVET Trainers ........................................................................ 194
6.16.4 Certificate Courses in Languages ..................................................................................... 194
7 Faculty of Industrial Technology.............................................................................................. 194
7.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 194
7.2 Student Intake- Academic Year -2020/2021 ............................................................................ 195
7.3 Inauguration Ceremony for the Student Intake 2020/2021 .................................................... 196
7.9 Participation in Exhibitions and Competitions ......................................................................... 199
7.10 General Convocation- 2020 ..................................................................................................... 199
7.11 The process of online delivery of Degree programmes ........................................................... 199
7.11.1 Operating mechanism ...................................................................................................... 199
7.11.2 Online Delivery Portal ...................................................................................................... 199
7.11.3 Support and Concessions Provided for Online Learning and Teaching ........................... 199
7.11.4 Status of Online delivery .................................................................................................. 199
7.11.5 Level of success in delivery of programs online............................................................... 200
7.11.6 New Opportunities Created Through COVID-19 and Challenges Faced Related to Online
Delivery of Programs ........................................................................................................................ 200
7.11.7 Challenges faced ................................................................................................................... 201
8 Faculty of Information Technology ......................................................................................... 202
8.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 202
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8.2 Student Intake- Academic Year -2020/2021 ............................................................................ 202
8.3 Inauguration Ceremony For the student intake 2020/2021 .................................................... 203
8.9 Participation in Exhibitions and Competitions ......................................................................... 206
8.10 General Convocation- 2020 ..................................................................................................... 206
9 Continuing Education Centre ................................................................................................... 207
9.1 Higher National & National Diploma Programmes .................................................................. 207
9.2 Short Term Programme ........................................................................................................... 207
9.2.1 Training of Assessors Programmes (TOA) ........................................................................ 207
9.2.2 Developing Quality Leaders in TVET sectorable............................................................... 207
9.2.3 9.3 : Details of Quality Leaders programmes ................................................................... 207
10 Admission, Accreditation and Quality Assurance Division ................................................... 208
10.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 208
10.2 Concise Quality Assurance Framework .................................................................................... 208
10.3 Accreditation ............................................................................................................................ 210
10.4 Quality Assurance .................................................................................................................... 210
10.5 Providing leadership for Quality Enhancement in the TVET Sector ........................................ 211
11 Establishments Unit ................................................................................................................... 211
11.1 New Recruitments -2020 ......................................................................................................... 211
11.2 Resignations/Vacation of Post/ Termination of Contract and Retirement of services 2019 .. 211
11.3 Local Trainings for Non Academic/Academic Staff - 2020 ...................................................... 212
12. Administration Division and Duties ......................................................................................... 214
12.1 Transport Division .................................................................................................................... 214
12.2 Cleaning Service ....................................................................................................................... 214
12.3 Security .................................................................................................................................... 214
12.4 Maintenance Division .............................................................................................................. 215
12.4.1 Construction Projects Commenced in 2019 and Completed in 2020 .............................. 215
12.4.2 Ongoing Construction Projects Commenced in 2017 ...................................................... 215
13. Revised Financial Statements ................................................................................................... 215
13.1 Statement of Financial Position ............................................................................................... 216
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13.2 Statement of Financial Performance ....................................................................................... 217
13.3 Cash Flow Statement ............................................................................................................... 218
13.4 Statement of Changes in Net Assets ........................................................................................ 219
13.5 Statement of Comparison of Budget and Actual Amounts - 2020 .......................................... 220
13.6 Notes to the Financial Statements........................................................................................... 221
13.6.1 Significant Accounting Policies......................................................................................... 221
13.6.2 Assets & Bases of their valuation ..................................................................................... 222
13.6.3 Provision for Retiring Gratuity ......................................................................................... 224
13.6.4 Government Grants & Subsidies ...................................................................................... 224
13.6.5 Financial Performance Statement ................................................................................... 224
13.7 Notes to the Financial Statements........................................................................................... 226
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 5.1: Capacity for Degree Programmes ........................................................................................... 180

Table 5.2: Capacity for Diploma Programmes ......................................................................................... 181
Table: 6.1 Student Intake – Faculty of Engineering Technology for the academic year 2020/2021
Weekdays ................................................................................................................................................. 183
Weekends ................................................................................................................................................ 183
Table: 6.3 Student Intake – AL qualifications considered as entry qualification for different degrees. 183
Table: 6. 4 Student Intake – Distribution of intake between NVQ and AL for different degrees .......... 184
Table: 6.5: Total Student population ....................................................................................................... 184
Table 6.6: Examinations conducted for the Faculty in 2020 .................................................................... 185
Table 6.7: Visiting Lecturers in- 2020 ....................................................................................................... 185
Table 7.1 : Student Intake 2016 - 2019 .................................................................................................... 188
Table 7.2 : Examination Details-2020 ...................................................................................................... 188
Table 7.3 : Convocation............................................................................................................................ 188
Table 7.4 : Academic Staff Details............................................................................................................ 189
Table 7.5 : Summary of Visiting Staff ....................................................................................................... 190
Table 7.6 :Research Paper Details............................................................................................................ 191
Table 7.7 :Faculty Board Meetings .......................................................................................................... 193
Table 8.1: Degree programmes are offered by the Faculty ..................................................................... 194
Table:8.2 : Student Intake – Faculty of Industrial Technology for the academic year 2020/2021
Weekdays ................................................................................................................................................. 195
Table: 8.3 Student Intake – Faculty of Industrial Technology for the academic year 2020/2021
Weekends ................................................................................................................................................ 195
Table: 8.4 Student Intake – AL qualifications considered as entry qualification for different degrees. 196
Table: 8.5 : Student Intake – Distribution of intake between NVQ and AL for different degrees (2020/21)
196
Table: 8.6 Total Student population ........................................................................................................ 196
Table: 8.7 Examinations conducted for the Faculty in 2020 .................................................................. 197
Table: 8.8 Visiting Lecturers in- 2020 ....................................................................................................... 197
Table: 9.1 Student Intake – Faculty of Information and Communication Technology for the
academic year 2020/2021 Weekdays ...................................................................................................... 202
Table: 9.2 Student Intake – Faculty of Information and Communication Technology for the
academic year 2020/2021 Weekends...................................................................................................... 203
Table:9. 3 Student Intake – AL qualifications considered as entry qualification for different degrees. 203
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Table:9.4 Student Intake – Distribution of intake between NVQ and AL for different degrees (2020/21)
203
Table: 9.5 Total Student population ........................................................................................................ 204
Table: 9.6 Examinations conducted for the Faculty in 2020 .................................................................. 204
Table: 9.7 -Visiting Lecturers in- 2020 ..................................................................................................... 205
Table 10.1 : Details of Higher National Diploma-2020 ............................................................................ 207
Table 10.2: Details of Assessor Programmes -2020 ................................................................................. 207
Table 10.3 : Details of Quality Leaders programmes ............................................................................... 207
Table 12.1: New Recruitment - 2019 ....................................................................................................... 211
Table 12.2: Summary of Resignation/Vacation of post/termination of contract/Retirement for – 2020
212
Table 12.3: Summary of Local Trainings for Non Academic /Academic Staff for – 2020 ........................ 212
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 5.1: University Entrance Path ....................................................................................................... 180
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1. Board of Governors of the University -2020
Senior Professor Ranjith Premalal De Silva Vice Chancellor, University of Vocational Technology
Dr. D D D Suraweera Former Dean, Faculty of Engineering Technology
Dr. R L Koggalage Dean, Faculty of Engineering Technology
Mr. L W S Kularatne Former Dean, Faculty of Education Technology

Mr. S A Liyanage Dean, Faculty of Education Technology
Mr. H A Senevirathne Dean, Faculty of Information Technology
Ms. Malkanthi Thenabadu Dean, Faulty of Industrial Technology
Senior Professor H D Karunaratne Department of Economics, Faculty of Management & Finance,
University of Colombo
Ms. T C Mahanama Chief Accountant, Ministry of Higher Education, Technology

and Innovation
Mr. S P Liyanarachchi No. 547, Akuregoda Road, Thalangama South, Pelawatta,

Battaramulla
Mr. A N Hapugala Additional Director General, Department of Management
Audit of the Ministry of Finance
Mr. S L H Gamage Director (Infrastructure), Ministry of Higher Education,

Technology and Innovation
Mr. Ajith Abeysekara Director General, Department of External Resources of the

Ministry of Finance, Economy and Policy Development
Mrs. P N K Malalasekara Director General, Department of Technical Education and
Training
Mr. C Jayasuriya Additional Secretary (Administration), State Ministry of Skills
Development, Vocational Education, Research & Innovation
Mr. Damitha Wickramasinghe Chairman, Sri Lanka Vocational Training Authority
Mr. Tharanga Naleen Gamlath Chairman, National Apprentice and Industrial Training
Authority
Eng. K M S B Rekogama Institution of Incorporated Engineers, Sri Lanka (IIESL)
Eng. Jayavilal Meegoda The Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka (IESL)

Ms. K G M Ranasinghe Senior Deputy Director (Human Resources), Board of
Investment of Sri Lanka
Mr. Chandrarathna Vithanage Senior Assistant Secretary General, The Ceylon Chamber of
Commerce
Major General Milinda Peiris Vice Chancellor, General Sir John Kotelawala Defense
University
Eng. (Mr.) Sanath Panawennage Director General & CEO, Arthur C. Clarke Institute for Modern
Technologies
Mr. G V P G Amarasinghe Nominee of Minister
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Dr. Tissaweera Jinasena Director, Jinasena Group of Companies
Mr. Jayantha De Silva Nominee of Minister
Mr. Nujjith R. Samarawickrama Managing Director/CEO, SPRYN Logistics (Pvt) Ltd
Mr. B A D P S Samaranayake Deputy General Manager, Ceylon Shipping Corporation
Ms. A K E Chamila Deputy Director (Planning), Ministry of Education
Mr. S A Liyanage Academic Council Nominee

Ms. J K Kanthi Academic Council Nominee
Professor Chandana Jayalath Academic Council Nominee
Eng. S P A R S Jayathilake Academic Council Nominee
2. Members of the Academic Council -2020

Snr.Prof. R.P.De Silva Vice Chancellor, University of Vocational Technology (Chairman)
Mrs. N. Diyabedanage Director General, University of Vocational Technology
Dr.D.D.D. Suraweera Dean ,Faculty of Engineering Technology, UNIVOTEC

Mr.L.W.S.Kularatne Dean, Faculty of Education, UNIVOTEC
Mrs. M.Thenabadu Dean, Faculty of Industrial Technology , UNIVOTEC
Mr. H.A Seneviratne Dean, Faculty of Information Technology, UNIVOTEC
Eng.(Mrs.)J.K.Kanthi Director ,Admission Accreditation & Quality Assurance,

UNIVOTEC
Prof. (Mrs.) G.I.C Gunawardena Outside Faculty Nominee – Emeritus Professor in
EducationOUSL.(External Member )
Eng..P.D Sarath Chandra Outside Faculty Nominee – Former Senior Lecturer Mechanical
Eng.)/HOD (Agricultural &Plantation Engineering)-OUSL.
(External Member )
Professor (Ms.)Shironica P.Karunanayaka Professor in Educational Technology/Dean, Faculty of

Education,Open University of Sri Lanka (External Member)
Dr.L.Ranathunga Senior Lecturer, Department of Information Technology, Faculty
of Information Technology, University of Moratuwa (External
Member)
Dr.J.K.C Dissanayake Consultant
Mr.M.J.R David Consultant
Prof. K.K.D.S Ranaweera Professor , Department of Agriculture & Food Technology/FIT
Prof.Chandana Jayalath Professor ,Department of Quantity Surveying /FIT
Dr.R.L.W Koggalage Head, Department of Electrical & Electronics Technology/FET

Dr. Jayalal Wetthasinghe Head, Department of Manufacturing Technology/FET
Dr. (Miss) R.S Palliyaguru Head ,Department of Quantity Surveying /FIT
Dr. Kasun Nandapala Head, Construction Technology /FET
Eng..H.P.A.I Pathirana Head, Department of ICT/FIT
Mr. R.M.C.A.B Rathnayake Head, Department of Network Technology
Mr. U.A.S.K Edirisinghe Head, Department of Agriculture & Food Technology/FIT
Mrs. Y.S Manathunga Head , Department of Education & Training /FE
Mrs.U.Sivachelvy Head, Department of Management Studies/FIT
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Mrs. Dilini Ranasuriya Head, Department of Language Studies / FE
Mrs. Madhavee Perera Head, Department of Building Services Technology /FET
Mr.R.M.D.P Rathnayake Head , Department of Film & Television Production
Technology/FIT
Ms.Padmashanthi Y. Gamage Senior Lecturer ,Department of Education & Training / FE
Eng.(Mrs)W.C.C.Sumathiratne Senior Lecturer , Department of Building Services Technology

/FET
Eng.S.P.A.R.S. Jayathilaka Senior Lecturer, Department of Electrical & Electronics
Technology/FET
Eng. (Mrs.)T.K Malwatta Senior Lecturer, Department of ICT/FIT
Mr.S.A Liyanage Senior Lecturer , Department of Language Studies / Head,ITTD
/FE
Eng.(Mrs.)Gayanthi Alahapperuma Senior Lecturer, Department of Manufacturing Technology /FET
Dr. A.S.K Warahena Senior Lecturer, Department of Manufacturing Technology / FET
Mrs. N.L.B Oshadie Senior Lecturer, Department of Management Studies /FIT
Dr.S.D.A Sanjeewa Senior Lecturer , Department of Electrical & Electronics
Technology/FET
In Attendance
Ch.QS. (Mrs.)K.A Gunasekara Senior Lecturer, Department of Quantity Surveying/FIT
Mr.P.H.S.S Wijayarathna Head, Continuing Education Center /UNIVOTEC
Mrs. Indrachapa Gunasekara Lecturer (Probationary), Hotel Management /FIT
Mr.M.G Dharmasiri Senior Assistant Registrar, Examination & Evaluation Centre
Ms. G.W.G Upamalika Senior Assistant Librarian
Mrs.W.P.G.C Pramila Assistant Registrar/Faculties (Secretary to the Academic Council)
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3. University Profile
3.1 Introduction
The University of Vocational Technology was established under the Parliament Act No.31 of 2008, to the
need and the national importance of making available opportunities for achieving a higher educational
qualification who have acquired Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). In order to ensure
that the higher educational qualifications obtained by those who pursue such studies will earn a qualification
recognized within and outside Sri Lanka.
At present, the University of Vocational Technology enrolls students with NVQ level 5 or relevant equivalent
qualifications. Persons having said qualifications are different from G.C.E Advanced Level qualified students
as they have gone through a diploma level technology programme with substantial industry exposure. Thus,
within the undergraduate programmes, students are given higher theoretical knowledge in their
specialization and are exposed to gain practical experience with new technological equipment in
laboratories. They also achieve an industrial training of six months as undergraduate trainees during the fifth
semester of the programme. Having been technologically enriched through these activities, students will
complete a project during the final semester which would be product oriented and mostly based on industry
requirements.
Since 2017, students are enrolled to facilitate the higher education avenue to those who have followed GCE
A/L in Technology Stream.
3.2 Vision
To be The Leader in Vocational and Technological University Education and Research in South Asia.
3.3 Mission
I. To provide lifelong learning opportunities for all with aspirations to achieve professional
excellence.
II. To network with global TVET sector, academia and industry.
III. To be a catalyst in sustainable socio-economic development of the country.
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3.4 The Objectives of the University
 To assist in the progressive development of students in TVET system based on their aptitudes and
abilities to acquire university education.
 To provide pedagogical training for those undergoing training while serving in the Technical and
Vocational Education sector and industry.
 To assist in the development of course curricular for Technical and Vocational Education and
Training.
 To provide courses of study for middle level technical personnel having qualifications acceptable for
admission to the University.
 To provide courses of study for those with National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) to upgrade their
competency and acquire academic qualifications.
 To provide extension courses on continuing professional development.
 To provide extension services to the public including institutions, in the construction, manufacturing
and service sector.
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4 Student Profile
Figure 5.1: University Entrance Path

University of Vocational Technology enrolls students with NVQ level 5 or equivalent qualifications
and G.C.E Advanced Level qualification in the specified streams. Within the undergraduate
programmes, students are given higher theoretical knowledge in their specialization and are
exposed to gain practical experience with new technological equipment in laboratories. They also
achieve an industrial training of six months as undergraduate trainees during the fifth semester of
the programme. Having been technologically enriched through these activities, students will
complete a project during the final semester which would be product oriented and mostly based on
industry requirements.
4.1 Capacity for Degree Programmes

Table 4.1: Capacity for Degree Programmes
Degree Programme Weekdays (B1) Weekend(B2) Total
B. Tech. In Media Art Production
1 Technology 40 00 40
2 B. Tech in Film & Television Technology 00 40 40
3 B. Tech. In Manufacturing Technology 40 40 80
4 B. Tech. In Building Services Technology 40 40 80
5 B. Tech. In Food Process Technology 40 40 80
B. Tech. In Construction Technology &
6 Resource Management 40 40 80
B. Tech. In Industrial Management
7 Technology 40 40 80
8 B. Tech. In Software Technology 40 40 80
9 B. Tech. In Network Technology 40 40 80
10 B. Tech. In Multimedia & Web Technology 40 40 80
11 B. Tech. In Mechatronics Technology 40 40 80
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12 B. Tech in Quantity Surveying 00 40 40
13 B.Ed. In Technology 00 40 40
14 B. Ed. In English Language Teaching 40 40 80
15 Bachelor of Hotel Management 00 40 40
Total 440 560 1000
4.2 Capacity for Diploma Programmes

Table 4.2: Capacity for Diploma Programmes
# Programme Name Capacity
1 National Diploma in Teachers Training Education 260
2 Training of Assessors 250
3 Industrial Training Management 120
4 Training Centre Management 120
5 TOT Developing Quality leaders in TVET System 125
4.3 Facilitation for Students
4.3.1 Student Services Unit & Technical Services Unit

The main objective of these Units is to facilitate students with effective & efficient supportive
services to continue their studies in fruitful manner. Both Units are opened every Academic-day of
the year to provide following services.
Student Services Unit Technical Services Unit
 Maintenance of personal records  Allocation of class rooms and laboratories

 Issuing following/ studentship confirmation  Facilitating learning materials for class
letters rooms
 Issuing ID cards  Issuing lockers for students
 Maintenance of attendance records  Providing Technical assistant for Academic
 Processing for medicals activities
 Dissemination of information/statistics for
relevant parties
 Maintenance of the EMIS
In addition to above services, Student Services Unit maintains an Information Desk in order to
provide all required information on degree programs to public individuals who visit University.
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4.3.2 Library
The UNIVOTEC library is an academic library that serves tertiary education. It is one of the most
comprehensive technical libraries in Sri Lanka. Providing access to over 27730 volumes and some
journals, it functions as the primary information sources for students, staff, professionals and two
faculties of the university. With a view to providing an ever improving service , the knowledge base
as well as the access and facilities of the library are continually enriched.
The library is easily accessible and study areas, facilities and information services are design to
create a reader friendly atmosphere. Knowledgeable library staff members are available to assist
readers, whether they are looking for in depth database research, or simply a book or any other
reference needs.
Members
Full Time Student 1130

Part Time Students 1536
Academic Staff and Academic 50
Supportive Staff Members
Non Academic Staff Members 120
Staff of the Library
Director Media and Information Services- 01

Senior Assistant Librarian- 01
Assistant Librarian- 02
Management Assistant - 03
Collections
o Collection of Books
o Periodicals Collection
o Collection Students Projects Reports
o Collection of Statistical Department publications
 Electronic Library was established with 20 amounts of new computers.
 The Koha Library Circulation module was successfully launched in this year. now its functioning
for students and staff.
4.3.3 Hostel Facilities

The university has two hostels to offer accommodation. These hostels are situated in the university
premises. Hostel facilities are provided for a limited number of students by the university. First year
students are given priority in the selection process in order to be of more assistance to their studies.
Hostels are offered on full time basis as well as daily basis. Hostels are administered by two
members of the academic staff and two sub-wardens. In addition, there are other staff members to
help in the administration. All hostels are equipped with able staff to handle daily services.
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5 Faculty of Engineering Technology
5.1 Student Intake – 2020
Aptitude test to select students for the two batches (Weekday and Weekend) of the programmes of
B. Tech. in Manufacturing Technology, Mechatronics Technology, Building Services Technology,
Construction Technology & Resource Management was conducted on 24th February 2020. Based on
the performance of the Aptitude test students were admitted for the academic year 2020/2021.
Details are given in Table 6.1 and 6.2. In this academic year for weekday batches after giving priority
to student having National Vocational Qualification level 5 / 6 or equivalent qualifications available
vacancies were filled with students with GCE Advanced level qualifications to run the programme in
full capacity. GCE A/L students were selected based on their Z-score. Details of Advanced level
streams considered as entry qualifications for the respective degrees and number of students
admitted are given in the table 6.3. Number of students admitted form NVQ and GCE (A/L) are given
in the Table 6.4. Total of 305 students were admitted for Academic Year 2020/2021 for the Faculty.
Weekdays
No. of Students
# B. Tech. Degree Programme
registered
1. B. Tech. in Building Services Technology 22
2. B. Tech. in Mechatronics Technology 32
3. B. Tech. in Manufacturing Technology 24
4. B. Tech. in Construction Technology & Resource Management 45
Grand Total registered in the Faculty of Industrial and Vocational Technology for
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week day programmes
Weekends
# B. Tech. Degree Programme No. of Students registered
1. B. Tech. in Building Services Technology 52
2. B. Tech. in Mechatronics Technology 47
3. B. Tech. in Manufacturing Technology 47
4. B. Tech. in Construction Technology & Resource Management 36
Grand Total registered in the Faculty of Industrial and Vocational Technology 182
Table: 5.3 Student Intake – AL qualifications considered as entry qualification for different degrees
# B. Tech. Degree Programme AL Stream considered
1. B. Tech. in Building Services Technology Engineering Technology
2. B. Tech. in Mechatronics Technology Engineering Technology
3. B. Tech. in Manufacturing Technology Engineering Technology
4. B. Tech. in Construction Technology & Resource Management Engineering Technology
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Table: 5. 4 Student intake – Distribution of intake between NVQ and A/L for different degrees
# B. Tech. Degree Programme NVQ A/L
Weekday
1. B. Tech. in Building Services Technology 08 14
2. B. Tech. in Mechatronics Technology 32 0
3. B. Tech. in Manufacturing Technology 17 07
4. B. Tech. in Construction Technology & Resource Management 41 04
Weekend
5. B. Tech. in Building Services Technology 52 --
6. B. Tech. in Mechatronics Technology 47 --
7. B. Tech. in Manufacturing Technology 47 --
8. B. Tech. in Construction Technology & Resource Management 36 --
5.2 Inauguration Ceremony For the student intake 2020/2021
Inaugural ceremony and the orientation programme were commenced for weekday & weekend
programmes on 09th March 2021. Gap filling / Foundation programme for selected students of the
weekday programme was integrated to the semester 1.Hence, semester 1 was conducted as an
extended semester which ran for 23 weeks phase 1 (8 weeks) phase 2 (15 weeks). Only a two day
orientation programme was conducted for weekend students before commence in the programme
proper.
Details of students population of B. Tech. degree programmes offered by the Faculty is given in table
5.5.
Table: 5.5: Total Student population

Year of Registration
Title of the Degree
2016 - 2016 - 2017 - 2017 - 2018 - 2018 - 2019 - 2019 -
Course
Weekday Weekend Weekday Weekend Weekday Weekend Weekday Weekend
Building Services
Technology
19 40 37 33 41 58 52 52
Manufacturing Technology 00 22 42 17 42 31 49 30
Mechatronics Technology 21 40 45 22 53 55 40 39
Construction Technology &
Resource Management
-- 61 41 63 45 70 45 65
Batch Total 40 163 165 135 181 214 186 186
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5.3 Examinations conducted for the faculty in 2020
Details of examinations conducted during year 2020 for both weekday and weekend batches are
given in Table 5.6.
Table 5.6: Examinations conducted for the Faculty in 2020
Semester
Year of First
# B. Tech. Degree Programme Mode of conduct End
Registration
Examination
Manufacturing Technology
Building Services Technology
1. Mechatronics Technology 2016 Weekend Semester 6
Construction Technology & Resource Management
Mechatronics Technology
2. 2017 Weekend Semester 4
3. 2018 Weekdays Semester 3
Weekdays &
4. Building Services Technology 2019 Semester 1
Weekend
5.4 Visiting Lecturers in 2020

Faculty is obtaining services of visiting lecturers and resource persons due to the following;
 Shortage of permanent academic staff
 To establish better linkages with industry and academia of other universities and higher
education institutions
Details of visiting lecturers employed by the faculty for all degree programmes are given in Table 5.7.
Table 5.7: Visiting Lecturers in- 2020
# Degree Programme Year of first Mode of Semester No. of Visiting Lecturers
Registration Conduct
01 B. Tech. in Mechatronics 2017/2018 B1 2, Final Year Project
Technology 2017/2018 B1 6 3
2018/2019 B1 4 4
2019/2020 B1 2 3
2016/2017 B2 2, Final Year Project
2018/2019 B2 4 10
2019/2020 B2 2 4
02 B. Tech. in Manufacturing 2017/2018 B1 1, Final Year Project
Technology 2017/2018 B1 6 2
2018/2019 B1 4 5
2019/2020 B1 2 3
2019/2018 B1 3 1
2017/2018 B2 4 1
2018/2019 B2 4 8
2019/2020 B2 2 4
03 Building Services Technology 2017/2018 B1 4 1
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2017/2018 B1 6 7
2018/2019 B1 4 5
2019/2020 B1 2 7
2017/2018 B2 4 3
2018/2019 B1 4 1
2018/2019 B2 4 7
2019/2020 B2 2 9
04 Construction Technology 2017/2018 B1 3, Final Year Project
2017/2018 B1 6 5
2018/2019 B1 4 4
2019/2020 B1 2 6
2017/2018 B2 5 5 Work based Training
2018/2019 B2 4 6
2019/2020 B2 2 6
5.5 Exemptions granted for B. Tech Students

Exemptions were granted to students based on the policy on granting exemptions approved by the
Academic Council. Students were considered to be eligible for exemptions only if they had NVQ 6
diploma or equivalent or higher qualification. Exemptions were granted for modules provided that
the student has successfully completed the equivalent subject at diploma level. Students were
required to produce original transcript of the Diploma as evidence.
Students who sought exemptions had to apply under two categories. Students in Category 01 were
granted exemption from attending lectures and practical classes and all assessments including
semester end examination. However his/her performance in the particular module was considered
to be equivalent to simple pass for the purpose of calculating GPA. Students fell into category 02
were granted exemptions from attending lectures and practical classes. But they were required to
complete the continuous assessments and sit for the semester end examinations. Consequently,
performance levels that the students achieved at those evaluations were counted for their GPA
calculation.
Further, as per exemption policy those students who had applied and got eligible to get exemptions
of the whole semesters were granted. Those who were granted the exemptions for the whole first
year were given chance to join the degree from the second year. Those who were granted the
exemptions for the whole first semester were given chance to join the degree from the second
semester For other students module exceptions were granted base on exemption policy as per
their requests.
5.6 Work Based Industrial Training

Work based industrial training is an important mandatory component of Bachelor of Technology
programs, which lasts for six months. This module is offered in semester 5. Students are placed in
industry in collaboration with National Apprentice & Industrial Training Authority under its
undergraduate training placement scheme. Comprehensive assessment scheme was developed to
assess the work based industrial training of students as this component is considered in calculation
of students Grade Point Average (GPA).
5.7 Faculty Board Meetings

Meetings of the Faculty Board were conducted on each month. Total of 08 meetings were held
during 2020.
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6 Faculty of Education
6.1 Inauguration, Orientation and the Foundation Programme
The inauguration ceremony had to be postponed due to the pandemic (it was held on 09th of March
2021).Similarly, the orientation programme of the Academic Year 2020/2021 also had to be
postponed. (It was held on 15th of March 2021 to 17th of March 2021 for the Batch one and the for
the Batch 2 it has been scheduled to be conducted on the 20th and 21st of March 2021. The
Foundation Programme would commence on the 22nd of March 2021)
6.2 Faculty of Education-Our Reaction to COVID 19

The trauma caused by COVID 19 to the entirety of human activity has been unprecedented and the
whole world has been a standstill resulting in no access to any services and the institutes in the field
of education are no exception.
Faculty of Education too was compelled to shut down. Nevertheless, we wasted virtually no time to
go VIRTUAL and took the challenge in good spirits. The challenge was literally the biggest thus far in
our decade long history as all our courses have been delivered face to face despite blended learning
mode featured occasionally.
Mustering all resources during this difficult hour of the country for this purpose- to go virtual- was a
near impossibility, but we were inspired by the maxim; nothing is impossible to willing mind.
Further, the new leadership set the positive tone, confirming again that “leader matters and it
matters the most. We, the first state Technological University in Sri Lanka, would not allow any
force, regardless of its magnitude, to hinder our functions.
The Faculty resorted to the repeatedly proven four stage approach of PDCA: PLAN DO CHECK ACT
We first understood the imperative: The closure of the institute. Measures were taken to see that
the premises would be clinically ready to welcome the students at the earliest possible moment.
Pool your heads in a crisis for solution. They say. The experts were summoned. Their ideas were
pooled. A committee was established. Ideas travelled to and fro virtually. Curfew was not a
hindrance to the virtual pathways. Deans and the Heads bombarded mails to all and sundry. Others
responded. All have been apart physically, but played a vital part virtually.
With able guidance from the experts, all module coordinators were guided to organize their lessons
to be delivered through the UNI-Moodle facilitated LMS environment. They are performing overtime
to meet the challenge gracefully. They now know before complaining one should comply.
The steps were as follows:

 The LMS Administers designed the “pages” for all modules.
 The Module Coordinators/ Lecturers developed and organized the contents, activities, and
assessments to be delivered through Uni-LMS.
 The ICT Division ensured uninterrupted access and user-friendly interfaces of the UNI –
Website for students and lecturers
 The Heads of Departments with the support of LMS administers ensured that all students
received their user names and passwords for the LMS.
 The Heads of Departments sent Comprehensive set of guidelines on the new mode of
delivery and the revised time table that will ensure the functions of the Faculty on par with
others. Special attention is paid for educating them about online submission of assessments
and related rules.
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 The Experts of Computer Assisted Learning and the Deans are having constant dialogue with
the lecturers on how resources such as simulations be developed for practical components,
and using modern interactive tools for contacting the students for enhanced collaborative
learning , to compensate the unavailability of face to face sessions.
Admin Divisions too are being restructured and reengineered to complement the new digitally
connected working environment.
A summary of student intake for all BEd Tech and BEd ELT degree programmes is given in the
following table.
Table 6.1 : Student Intake 2016 - 2019

2016 2017 2018 2019
Title of the Degree Programme
Week Week Week Week Week Week Week Week
days ends days ends days ends days ends
Education in Technology -- 15 45 16 33 30 -- 24
Education in English Language Teaching -- 38 -- 30 46 48 52 72
Batch Total 53 45 46 79 78 52 96
Year Total 53 91 157 148
6.3 Examinations Conducted by the Faculty in 2020

given below.
Table 6.2 : Examination Details-2020

Year of First Mode of Semester End
# Degree Programme From To
Registration conduct Examination
1. B.Ed. in English Language Teaching 2017 Weekend Semester IV 12.09.2020 26.09.2020
Weekdays
2. B.Ed. in Technology 2018 & Semester III 12.09.2020 26.09.2020
Weekend
6.4 General Convocation - 2020

General Convocation of the University was not held for the year 2020 due to the pandemic and it is
planned to conduct one convocation for both 2020 and 2021. It is expected that there will be 75
graduates from the Faculty of Education. The number of graduands approximately will be as
follows.
Table 6.3 : Convocation

Title of the Degree Course No. of Graduands
Bachelor of Education Technology 50
Bachelor of Technology in English Language Teaching 25
Batch Total 75
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6.5 Details of Academic Staff
The permanent academic staff members of the Faculty shown below were involved in delivering
lectures conducting practical sessions, preparing and evaluating assignments and setting question
papers, marking answer scripts and organizing and implementing all other activities, pertaining to
the educational programs.
Academic Staff of the Faculty involved in Implementation of Degree Programmes in – 2020

Table 6.4 : Academic Staff Details
# Name & Designation Course Module / Subject
1. Mr. S A Liyanage B. Ed. (ELT) 1. ELT Approaches and Methods
Dean
Senior Lecturer Gr. II 2. Computer Assisted Language
Learning
3. Professional Development
4. Communication Skills 1
5. Final Year Projects
2. Dr. J K C Dissanayake B. Ed. (ELT) 1. Poetry

Consultant 2. Drama
3. Mr. L W S Kularatne B.Ed (ELT) 1. Review of Language Learning
Senior Lecturer Gr. II
2. Literature in the Language Classroom
4. Ms. Y G. Padma Shanthi B. Ed. Tech 1. Career Guidance and Counselling

Senior Lecturer Gr. II B. Ed. (ELT)
2. Teaching Learning Methods I
3. Final Project
5. Mrs. Y S Manatunge B.Ed.(ELT) 1. Educational Psychology

Senior Lecturer Gr. II B. Ed. Tech.
Head, Education & Training B.Tech (ICT) 2. Psychology for Professionals
3. Instructional Media
4. Professional Development
5. Research Supervision
6. Ms. L H D L Ranasuriya B.Tech. (ICT)) 1. Language Testing and Evaluation

Senior Lecturer Gr. II B.Ed.(ELT)
Head, Language Studies 2. English for Specific Purposes
3. Advanced Communication
4. Communication Skills
7. Ms. J A M B Karunaratne B.Ed. (ELT) 1. Communication Skills in English I & II

Lecturer (Probationary) B.Tech (MAPT)
2. Teaching Reading
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3. Teaching Practice
4. Applied Linguistics
8. Ms. A A Gunawardhana B.Ed.(ELT) 1. Communication Skills in English

Lecturer (Probationary) B.Tech (ICT)
2. Introduction to Linguistics
3. Introduction to English Language
4. Structure of English
5. Industrial Exposure Supervision
9. Mr. S A N Danushka B.Ed. Tech 1. Philosophical & Social Foundation in

Teaching Assistant B.Ed.(ELT) Education
2. Assessment of Learning
3. Instructional Media
4. Curriculum Development,
Implementation and Evaluation
5. Research Methodology in Education
6. Educational Management
6.6 Summary of Visiting Staff of the Faculty in 2020

Table 6.5 : Summary of Visiting Staff
Year of No. of Visiting
Degree Programme Batch Semester
Registration Lecturers
2018/2019 Weekdays 4 1
2019/2020 2 2
B.Ed. in English Language Teaching
2017/2018 5 1
2018/2019 Weekend 4 5
2019/2020 2 5
6.7 Exemptions Granted for B. Tech students

Policy on granting exemption was developed. Students were considered to be eligible for
exemptions only if they had NVQ 6 diploma or equivalent or higher qualification. Exemptions were
granted for modules provided that the student has successfully completed the equivalent subject at
diploma level. Students were required to produce original transcript of the Diploma as evidence.
calculation.
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6.8 Industrial Training
Industrial training is an important component of Bachelor of Technology programs, which lasts for
six months. After restructuring the curriculum structure, this module is offered in semester 5.
Students are placed in industry in collaboration with National Apprentice & Industrial Training
Authority under its undergraduate training placement scheme. The training that had been planned
during 2020 has to be taken forward to 2021 due to restrictions imposed due to the Pandemic.
6.9 Industrial Liaison Committees

Industrial liaison committee for the Faculty has been formed anew and it is intended to get the
committee’s observations on improvements to be made to the curricula and course delivery.
6.10 Curriculum Revision of the Degree Programmes

The first circle of curriculum revision of all the degree programmes offered by the Faculty has been
completed by the end of year 2017. The revised curricula of all the degree programmes offered by
the Faculty have been implemented from 2019.
6.11 Research
All academic staff members including the newly recruited members of the Faculty have been
conducting research activities. Those who submitted proposals in 2018 have completed their
research and submitted reports to the University. They have submitted new proposals to be carried
out in the year 2019. Some of the staff to engage in submitting papers to local and international
journals as well. Further most of the Faculty staff has supervised research studies undertaken by the
students of the Faculty
Research Symposium
The annual research symposium of the University was not held in 2020, but the Faculty was able to
conduct a ‘Student Research Session” for the first time, and the details of it are as follows.
Table 6.6 :Research Paper Details

# Name Proposal Name
J A M B Karunarathna A Comparative Study of Job Satisfaction among ESL Teachers of Primary and
1.
A M Nowferdeen Secondary Schools
C Jayalath A correlation Analysis between Hostel Environment and Educational
2.
R Rajalojini Performance: A Case of G.C.E. O/L and A/L Students
Y S Manathunge A Study on the Mental Stress of Parents Related to their Adolescent Children's
3.
Sanjaya Gunathilake Education
Y S Manathunge A Survey on Psychological Factors Affecting Speaking in English among Grade
4.
D K Weerarathne Eight ESL Learners
S A Liyanage
5. Assessment of Individual Performance in Group Assignments
S M Thilakarathna
C Jayalath Bridging Short Term Financial Gaps in Meeting Educational Expenses, the Case
6.
P A Mathotaarachchi of Technology Undergraduates
Effects of Assessment Methods on Students' Achievements in Mathematics at
Padma Shanthi Gamage
7. the G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) in Type Two Schools in the Nivithigala Education
W A Ajith Weragama
Zone
L H D L Ranasuriya Students' Attitude towards G.C.E. (Advanced Level) General English: An
8.
S R G Tharanga Exploratory Study
L H D L Ranasuriya Study on the Factors influencing the Selection of A/L Stream in G.C.E. A/L
9.
A W K G Wijesingha Examination in Sri Lanka
L H D L Ranasuriya A Study on Factors Contributing to the Anxiety of Stuednts in Making
10.
G K J Fernando Presentations and Remedies to Overcome it
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A A Gunawardana
11. Enhancing Speaking Skills of Grade Six ESL Learners through Dramatic Activities
T D W Siriwardana
J A M B Karunarathna
Enhancing the Use of Sequence Markers in Narrative Writings through Stories:
12. M A B M Alokabandara
An Experience with Secondary Level English as a Second Language Learners
L H D L Ranasuriya Flashcards: An Innovative Method to Improve English Speaking Skills of ICT
13.
K Calistas Prashanth Students in the Vocational Sector
S A Liyanage Impact of Visual Aids for Strengthening the English Language Learning Process
14.
A M I P Attanayake in Primary Students
A A Gunawardana
15. Improving Essay Writing Skills of ESL Learners through Parallel Writing
S A K Chandralatha
L W S Kularatne Improving Essay Writing Skills of Grade Six English as a Second Language
16.
E M A M Edirisinghe Students through Language Activities
J A M B Karunarathna Integrating Videos in Enhancing Vocabulary among English as a Second
17.
K P Abhisheka Kavindi Language Learners in Grade 9
D D D Suraweera The Impact of Impromptu Speeches to Develop Spoken English in Real Life
18.
D M D N K Dissanayake Situations
A A Gunawardana
19. Use of Multimedia to Enhance Accuracy of Spelling Secondary School Students
P M Suriyarachchi
D D D Suraweera Spelling Changes of English Words due to Textism: A Survey Carried Out
20.
S R C Rangana among Secondary School Students
L H D L Ranasuriya Teachers and Learners on Code – Switching: A Study Carried Out among
21.
W W S D Chandrasena Teachers and Students of ESL
Chandana Dissanayake The Effect of Family Background as an Extra linguistic Determiner for BED (ELT)
22.
Sanjeevi Meegastenna Undergraduates to Select the Field of ELT
L W S Kularatne The Influence of Mother Tongue on Second Language Writing of Sinhalese
23.
A K N Dilrukshi Learners of Secondary Grades
L H D L Ranasuriya The Influence of the Sinhala Language on the English Language in the Field of
24. P M Jayasinghe Communication as Reflected in Selected Sri Lankan English Newspapers and
U M Abeygunawardana Magazines
Chandana Dissanayake
P A Mallawarachchi
25. A Struggle for an Independent Identity of Two: Mrs. Warren's Profession
R L D K K Wijerathna
S K D Eose Virgin
Renuka Rajaratnam A Study of The Portrayal of Women's Suffering Through Two Sri Lankan Novels:
26.
Nuha Fazloon The Village in the Jungle and The Road from Elephant Pass
Nathiya Nathan
Adaption: To what extent the Emotions of Characters are Portrayed in the Film
A Narosha
27. Adaption by Volker Schondorff when Compared to the Text of the Play Death
S Salanja
of a Salesman by Arthur Miller
S Sivamathanki
28. Udara Senarthne Emily Dickinson as an Introvert: Content Analysis of Selected Poems
Harshani Sewwandi
How Lakdasa Wikkramasinha and Kamala Wijeratne Represent Sri Lankan
29. Erandi Weerasinghe
Identity in their Poetic Work
Dilani Ranasinghe
I H H Kavindi How the Victorian Society Treated Gender Roles with Reference to "The House
30.
W I D S Subasinghe of Bernarda Alba and 'Mrs. Warren's Profession'
C Iddagoda
Chandana Dissanayake Review on Relationship between Maud Gonne and Y.B. Yeats Reflected in the
31.
P K D T Sachithra Poem " A Prayer for My Daughter"
Chandana Dissanayake The View of Robert Frost "Poetry Begins in Delight and Ends in Wisdom" is
32.
K G D M Gunawardana Applicable to the Works of Four Other Poets
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The meetings of the Faculty board were not held each month due to the restrictions imposed due to
the pandemic but the Faculty Board met adequately through the online mode and the details are as
follows.
Table 6.7 :Faculty Board Meetings
Faculty Board Month Date of Conduct
Meeting Number
01 February 06-02-2020
02 March 05-03-2020
03 July 02-07-2020-
04 August 13-08-2020-
05 September 10-09-2020
06 October 18-10-2020
07 December 10-12-2020
6.13 Details of Student Representatives

Mr. G.B. Anuranga Wijethunga (B.Ed.ELT) had been appointed as student representative of the
Faculty Board of Faculty of Education.
6.14 Student Activities/Achievements

Other than the Student Research Session: 2020 organized by the faculty there was no any special
activities that the students could participate as the University had been closed for students as well as
teachers most of the time, even though lectures were conducted on line.
6.15 Targets in 2021

As per a policy decision by the University, a new Faculty named Faculty of Information Technology
was established from December 2019 and the degree programs of ICT and Management Studies
were to be offered by the new Faculty. The Departments of Language Studies and Education and
Training remain in the Faculty that was renamed as the Faculty of Education. The degree programs
that are offered by the Faculty in the year 2021 will be offered with more emphasis on quality
assurance and maintenance of provision of maximum benefits to the students. Commencement of
special degree as fourth year of all programs has been planned. The challenges caused by the
Pandemic are being handled quite satisfactorily offering the courses online and arranging physical
sessions of practical and examinations, allowed in the university premises for a limited number of
students and conducted under strict health guidelines.
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6.16 New Programs
6.16.1 Postgraduate Programs

A Masters program in Education Management that was intended to be commenced in the year 2020
was postponed as per a decision taken by the academic council to introduce forth year studies of all
degree programs before introducing Masters level programs. The online mode of delivery of all
academic programs is to be enhanced. The University is taking steps to increase the intake enabling
more students to get enrolled in higher education.
6.16.2 Degree programs

A new degree program, namely Bachelor of Education in Translation Studies will be introduced by
the Department of language Studies in 2021 Academic year. A panel of curriculum Developers has
been identified.
6.16.3 A Scholarship Program for TVET Trainers

It will also be suggested to the Ministry that the Department of Education and Training under the
Faculty of Education is prepared to offer 40 scholarships to the Instructors/ trainers with NVQ Level
5 and 6 qualification to follow the B.Ed. in Technology in the weekday (B1) program from 2021
Academic Year, which is intended to commence in September 2021.
6.16.4 Certificate Courses in Languages

The Department of Language Studies in liaison with Staff Development Centre will take measures to
conduct certificate courses in languages in Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Tamil, German, and French in
the year 2021.
7 Faculty of Industrial Technology

7.1 Introduction
Faculty of Industrial Technology was established December, 2019 and in January 2021 with the
appointment of Dean, functions of the faculty have become formalized.
Faculty has four Departments:
1. Dept. of Agriculture and Food Technology
2. Dept. of Quantity Surveying
3. Dept. of Film and Television Production Technology
4. Dept. of Management Studies
Table 7.1: Degree programmes are offered by the Faculty

# Degree Offer mode
1. B.Tech in Quantity Surveying Weekend Program(B2)
2. B. Tech. in Food Process Technology Both week day (B1) and week end(B2)
3. B. Tech. in Film & Television Production Technology Week end Program(B2)
4. B. Tech. in Media Arts Production Technology Week day program
5. B. Tech. in Industrial Management Technology Both week day (B1) and week end(B2)
6. Bachelor In Hotel Management Week end Program(B2)
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7.2 Student Intake- Academic Year -2020/2021
Aptitude test to select students for the University was conducted on 16th February 2020. Aptitude
test was conducted for NVQ candidates who applied for week day and week end Programs.B.Tech in
Food Process Technology and B.Tech in Industrial Management Technology has both week day and
weekend programmes. B. Tech in Film and Television Production Technology, B.Tech in Quantity
Surveying programmes and Bachelor in Hotel Management are conducted on week end mode at
present. B.Tech in Media Arts Production Technology is a week day program offered under the Dept
of Film and Television Production Technology. Based on the performance of the Aptitude test
students were admitted for the academic year 2020/2021. Due to the onset of COVID-19 pandemic,
student admission and registration process was delayed as per the government regulations. Student
admission process was initiated in September 2020, but again was postponed. Student admission
and registration is completed in March 2021.
Those who have National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ ) level 5/6 are enrolled based on the
aptitude test marks depending on the capacity of the weekend degree programs. Irrespective of
aptitude test marks, NVQ holders are given priority in giving admission to the weekday program.
After giving opportunity to NVQ students, the remaining vacancies are filled with GCE A/L
(preferably technical stream) students based on A/L Z-score. Details of the student intake are given
in the Table 8.2 and 8.3. Details of Advanced level streams considered as entry qualifications for the
respective degrees and number of students admitted are given in the Table 8.4. The number of
students admitted form NVQ and GCE (A/L) are given in the Table 8.5.
Total of 338 students were admitted for Academic Year 2020/2021 for the Faculty.
Table:7.2 : Student Intake – Faculty of Industrial Technology for the academic year 2020/2021
Weekdays
# B. Tech. Degree Program No. of Students registered

1. B. Tech. in Food Process Technology 54
2. B. Tech in Industrial Management Technology 53
3. B.Tech in Media Arts Production Technology 40
Grand Total registered in the Faculty of Industrial Technology for week day
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programs
Table: 7.3 Student Intake – Faculty of Industrial Technology for the academic year 2020/2021
Weekends
# B. Tech. Degree Program No. of Students registered

1. B. Tech. in Food Process Technology 52
2. B. Tech in Industrial Management Technology 50
3. B. Tech. in Quantity Surveying 56
4. B. Tech. in Film & Television Production Technology 21
5. Bachelor in Hotel Management 15
Grand Total registered in the Faculty of Industrial Technology- Weekend
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Table: 7.4 Student intake – A/L qualifications considered as entry qualification for different degrees
# B. Tech. Degree Program A/L Stream considered
1. B. Tech. in Food Process Technology Bio-systems Technology and Biological Sciences
B. Tech. in Media Arts Production Technology Any A/L stream with Communication & Media
2.
Studies as a subject
B. Tech in Industrial Management Technology Commerce, Engineering Technology, Physical
3.
Science
Table: 7.5 : Student Intake – Distribution of intake between NVQ and A/L for different degrees
(2020/2021)
# B. Tech. Degree Programme NVQ A/L
Weekday
1. B. Tech. in Food Process Technology 35 19
2. B. Tech. in Media Arts Production Technology -- 40
3. B. Tech in Industrial Management Technology 8 45
Weekend
1. B. Tech. in Food Process Technology 52 --
2. B. Tech in Industrial Management Technology 50 --
3. B. Tech. in Quantity Surveying 56 --
4. Bachelor in Hotel Management 15 --
5. Film & Television Production Technology 21 --
7.3 Inauguration Ceremony for the Student Intake 2020/2021

Inaugural ceremony for 20/21 academic year was conducted on 09th March 2021, through ZOOM
online platform. The event was streamed live using “YouTube” and “Facebook” social media
application for wider coverage. The orientation program is scheduled on 15th 16th and 17th March
2021 for weekday programs and 20th and 21st for weekend programs. Orientation program was
conducted using online mode using ZOOM platform.
Gap filling / Foundation program for the students of the weekday program (04 weeks) was
conducted and semester I was scheduled to be completed in 15 weeks. Weekend programs were
commenced after the orientation program and scheduled to be conducted for 22 weekends.
Details of students population of B. Tech. degree programs offered by the Faculty is given in table
7.6.
Table: 7.6 Total Student population

2016 2017 2017 2018 2018 2019 2019 2020 2020
Degree Program Wk End WK Day Wk End Wk Day Wk End Wk Day Wk End Wk Day Wk End
Food Process Technology 45 42 44 41 52 49 43 52 54
B. Tech in Industrial 24 42 20 40 33 40 41
53 50
Management Technology
Film & Television
31 -- 36 -- 26 -- 27 -- 21
Production Technology
Quantity Surveying 56 -- 83 -- 63 -- 59 -- 56
Media Arts Production 40 --
-- -- -- -- -- 39 --
Technology
Bachelor in Hotel
-- -- -- -- -- -- 16 -- 15
Management
Batch Total 156 84 183 81 174 128 186 145 196
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given in Table 7.7.
Table: 7.7 Examinations conducted for the Faculty in 2020

Year of First Semester End
# B. Tech. Degree Program Mode of conduct
Registration Examination
Food Process Technology
Industrial Management Technology
Film & Television Production Technology
Quantity Surveying
3. 2018 Weekdays Semester 3
4. Food Process Technology 2018 Weekend Semester 3
Film & Television Production Technology
Quantity Surveying
5. Food Process Technology 2019 Weekdays Semester 1
Media Arts Production Technology
6. Food Process Technology 2019 Weekend Semester 1
Quantity Surveying
7. Film & Television Production Technology
Bachelor in Hotel Management
Details of visiting lecturers employed by the faculty for all degree programs are given in Table 7.8.
Table: 7.8 Visiting Lecturers in- 2020

# B.Tech . Degree Program Year of first Mode of Semester No. of
Registration Conduct Visiting
Lecturers
01 B. Tech. in Food Process Technology 2017/2018 B2 05 -
2018/2019 B2 04 9
2019/2020 B2 02 7
2017/2018 B1 06 3
2018/2019 B1 04 10
2019/2020 B1 02 4
02 B.Tech in Quantity Surveying 2017/2018 B2 05 1
2018/2019 B2 04 9
2019/2020 B2 02 2
03 B.Tech in Film & Television Production 2017/2018 B2 05 -
Technology 2018/2019 B2 04 11
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2019/2020 B2 02 12
B. Tech. in Media Arts Production 2019/2020 B1 02 5
04
Technology 2019/2020 B1 03 5
05 B. Tech in Industrial Management 2017/2018 B2 05 -
Technology 2018/2019 B2 04 7
2019/2020 B2 02 7
2017/2018 B1 06 4
2018/2019 B1 04 4
2019/2020 B1 02 4
06 B.Tech. in Hotel Management 2019/2020 B2 02 5
2019/2020 B2 03 6

academic council. Students were considered to be eligible for exemptions only if they had NVQ 6
required to produce original transcript of the diploma as evidence.
Students who sought exemptions had to apply under two categories. Students in category 01 were
calculation.
exemptions for the whole first semester was given chance to join the degree from the second
semester For other students module exceptions were granted base on exemption policy as per
their requests.


during 2020. Due to COVID-19 pandemic situation numbers of the Faculty Boards were less than the
accepted number.
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7.9 Participation in Exhibitions and Competitions
Due to COVID-19 pandemic situation, the usual exhibitions and completions were not held
7.10 General Convocation- 2020

Although the University Convocation normally scheduled to be on end of the Year, due to COVID-19
situation General Convocation was not held. But results were finalized for the scheduled academic
year to award the degree.
7.11 The process of online delivery of Degree programmes

University of Vocational Technology had taken active measures to shift to online mode of delivery
stating from 23rd of March 2020, which was one of the first Universities that transited to online
delivery of education programs amidst lockdown due to COVID-19.
7.11.1 Operating mechanism

At first, University adopted variety of online delivery platforms including Google Classroom, Zoom,
MS-TEAMS, Moodle, e-mail, WhatsApp etc. Then later moved on to use of LMS (Moodle) and ZOOM
video conferencing facility as tools of online delivery.
7.11.2 Online Delivery Portal

Database driven online delivery portal was introduced at the end of March, which provided an up-
to-date information on programs offered online to anybody by accessing the University Website
.This online program delivery platform, gave access to online dashboard where it is enabled with a
mechanism to monitor working time and captured the physical location of the staff as well. This is a
valuable feature of this system, where University can locate staff mobility and access for
emergencies or any help during the period of lockdown. Students were able to get updated
information on lecture delivery time and Ministry Officials could get current information on online
delivery program through this platform.
7.11.3 Support and Concessions Provided for Online Learning and Teaching
Online courses materials were made available to students through LMS (Moodle)
http://lms.univotec.ac.lk ZOOM video conferencing facility is used for conducting lectures.
Lanka Education and Research Network (LEARN) provided free access to University LMS
collaboration with Telecommunication Regulatory of Sri Lanka (TRCSL).
ZOOM Video Conferencing facility was made available to the University being a member Institute of
LEARN which provided free access for both academic staff and students.
University Academics, both internal and visiting were given the flexibility to offer lectures with the
convenience of their homes. Even though the University closed for physical access during lock down
period, University provided necessary tools to access learning online, allowing remote working for an
extended period with minimal disruption to operations.
7.11.4 Status of Online delivery

With the removal of lockdown and staff were able to report to work on roster basis starting from
mid-May2020, University could strengthen online delivery with LEARN assisted ZOOM Video
Conferencing facility which is available for the respective member institutes with data free access
for both academic staff and students.
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With the recommendation Ministry of Higher Education University commenced exams for final year
students from 11th July 2020 with strict health and safety precautions as per the stipulated health
guidelines. University seek possible reopening of the University giving the priority to examinations
adhering to safety rules and regulations as per the government recommendations.
7.11.5 Level of success in delivery of programs online

There were disparities in access to internet, availability of devices such as computers and
smartphones and economic constraints. The online programs assessments were not made
compulsory to submit on due dates to give concession to students who cannot accesses materials in
time. Recordings of the ZOOM lectures stored in repository and uploaded to YouTube Channels, to
facilitate sharing of material among students.
Technical difficulties are a barrier to the use of online courses. It was observed a digital gap in how
to use new Technology in pedagogically meaningful way to enhancing teaching and learning.
Teachers have to often devote some time to fix technical issues and editing content can become a
complex and time consuming tasks
Amidst above challenges, University observes a success rate of more than 60% in online delivery and
student participation as a whole.
7.11.6 New Opportunities Created Through COVID-19 and Challenges Faced Related to Online
Delivery of Programs
Before the obligatory transition to online delivery, University adopted in pedagogies like blended
learning using LMS. As online classes are now the only option that teachers have to continue
teaching. Although this situation had caused a disruption in the system, its has shown positive
outcomes with regard to teacher enthusiasm in online teachings and student engagement.
Online classes has made University education more flexible, which in turn makes higher education
more inclusive. Many students, particularly adult students or working students need flexibility in
their schedules and module choices in order to access education. Online classes also provide
opportunities for students from traditionally marginalized groups.
Online classes also appeal to newer generations of students, who are comfortable with technology
and are used to ingesting large amounts of digitally provided information.
Studies have shown that online classes are particularly helpful for encouraging collaborative learning
and that asynchronous interactions between teachers and students helps to engage learners and
encourage reflection. Both of these techniques are strongly linked to active learning principles.
The cost of higher education would be greatly reduced as many lecture theatre based courses
would be shifted online and only the practical sessions and field trips would be conducted under
supervision. Therefore, students could study in the safety and comfort of their homes which would
greatly reduce the cost of transport, boarding and lodging.
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7.11.7 Challenges faced
It is feared that the obligatory transition to online classes may cause lower enrollment rates in
universities. Earlier studies show lower completion rate for online classes compared to face-to-face
teaching, although there is a lack of evidence concerning blended learning courses which combine
both styles of teaching. It’s too soon to predict how learner community would behave in the COVID
context as no alternative methods are available other than distant education.
Technical difficulties are a barrier to the use of online courses. Both students and teachers are
frustrated with complications, and these difficulties can lead to students engaging less with the
courses. Instructors must often devote time to fixing technical issues and editing content can
become a complex and arduous task.
Online modules can alienate some students, just as they include others. Blended or online learning
asks that students take more responsibility for their learning, transforming them from passive to
active learners. However, this can be a challenge for some students, particularly those more used to
passive learning . These students may need more motivation, organization and discipline to be able
to be successful.
Lastly, accessibility of online courses is a major problem with full-online learning. The availability of
working internet connection, electronic devices such as laptop or mobile phones or even existence
of a suitable learning environment changes from student to student. The rushed transition to online
teaching can also create mental stress due to other domestic problems due to COVID such as loss of
jobs of parents.
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8 Faculty of Information Technology
8.1 Introduction
Faculty of Information & Communication Technology was established December, 2019 and in
January 2021 with the appointment of Dean, functions of the faculty have become formalized.
Faculty has four Departments:

1. Dept. of Software Technology
2. Dept. of Network Technology
3. Dept. of Multimedia and Web Technology
4. Dept. of Inter-disciplinary studies
Degree programmes are offered by the Faculty:
# Degree Offer mode

1. B.Tech in Software Technology Both week day (B1) and week end(B2)
2. B. Tech. in Network Technology Both week day (B1) and week end(B2)
3. B. Tech. in Multimedia & Web Technology Both week day (B1) and week end(B2)
8.2 Student Intake- Academic Year -2020/2021

Aptitude test to select students for the University was conducted on 16th February 2020. Aptitude
test was conducted for NVQ candidates who applied for week day and weekend Programs. Based on
the performance of the aptitude test students were admitted for the academic year 2020/2021. Due
to the onset of COVID-19 pandemic, student admission and registration process was delayed as per
the government regulations. Student admission process was initiated in September 2020, but again
was postponed. Student admission and registration is completed in March 2021.Those who have
National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ ) level 5/6 are enrolled based on the aptitude test marks
depending on the capacity of the weekend degree programs. Irrespective of aptitude test marks,
NVQ holders are given priority in giving admission to the weekday program. After giving opportunity
to NVQ students, the remaining vacancies are filled with GCE A/L (preferably technical stream)
students based on A/L Z-score. Details of the student intake are given in the Table 9.1 and 9.2.
Details of Advanced level streams considered as entry qualifications for the respective degrees and
number of students admitted are given in the Table 9.3. The number of students admitted form NVQ
and GCE (A/L) are given in the Table 9.4. Total of 241 students were admitted for academic year
2020/2021 for the Faculty.
Table: 8.1 Student intake – Faculty of Information and Communication Technology for the academic
year 2020/2021 Weekdays
No. of Students
# B. Tech. Degree Program
registered
1. B.Tech in Software Technology 40
2. B. Tech. in Network Technology 40
3. B. Tech. in Multimedia & Web Technology 40
Grand Total registered in the Faculty of Information and Communication
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Technology - week day programs
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Table: 8.2 Student intake – Faculty of Information and Communication Technology for the academic
year 2020/2021 Weekends
No. of Students
# B. Tech. Degree Program
registered
1. B.Tech in Software Technology 40
2. B. Tech. in Network Technology 44
3. B. Tech. in Multimedia & Web Technology 40
Grand Total registered in the Faculty of Information and Communication
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Technology - Weekend program
Table:8. 3 Student Intake – A/L qualifications considered as entry qualification for different degrees
# B. Tech. Degree Program A/L Stream considered

1. B.Tech in Software Technology
2. B. Tech. in Network Technology Any A/L stream with ICT as a subject
3. B. Tech. in Multimedia & Web Technology
Table:8.4 Student Intake – Distribution of intake between NVQ and A/L for different degrees
(2020/2021)
# B. Tech. Degree Program NVQ A/L
Weekday
1. B.Tech in Software Technology 17 23
2. B. Tech. in Network Technology 05 35
3. B. Tech. in Multimedia & Web Technology 17 23
Weekend
1. B.Tech in Software Technology 40 --
2. B. Tech. in Network Technology 44 --
3. B. Tech. in Multimedia & Web Technology 40 --
8.3 Inauguration Ceremony For the student intake 2020/2021

Inaugural ceremony for 2020/2021 academic year was conducted on 09th March 2021, through
ZOOM online platform. The event was streamed live using “YouTube” and “Facebook” social media
application for wider coverage. The orientation program is scheduled on 15th 16th and 17th March
2021 for weekday programs and 20th and 21st for weekend programs .Orientation program was
conducted using online mode using ZOOM platform.Gap filling / Foundation program for the
students of the weekday program (04 weeks) was conducted and semester I was scheduled to be
completed in 15 weeks. Weekend programs were commenced after the orientation program and
scheduled to be conducted for 22 weekends.Details of students population of B. Tech. degree
programs offered by the faculty is given in table 8.5.
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Table: 8.5 Total Student Population
Title of the Degree 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Program Week Week Week Week Week Week Week Week Week Week
days ends days ends days ends days ends days ends
Network Technology 32 31 33 41 41 43 29 37 40 44
Multimedia & web 35 38 40 40
26 34 37 36 39 37
Technology
Software Technology 32 27 39 40 33 40 31 32 40 40
Batch Total 90 92 109 117 113 110 95 107 120 121

given in Table 8.6.
Table: 8.6 Examinations Conducted for the Faculty in 2020

Year of First Semester End
# B. Tech. Degree Program Mode of conduct
Registration Examination
B.Tech in Software Technology
1. B. Tech. in Network Technology 2016 Weekend Semester 6
B. Tech. in Multimedia & Web Technology
2. B. Tech. in Network Technology 2017 Weekdays Semester 5
3. B. Tech. in Network Technology 2017 Weekend Semester 4
4. B. Tech. in Network Technology 2018 Weekdays Semester 3
5. B.Tech in Software Technology 2018 Weekend Semester 3
B. Tech. in Network Technology
6. B.Tech in Software Technology 2019 Weekdays Semester 1
7. B.Tech in Software Technology 2019 Weekend Semester 1
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Details of visiting lecturers employed by the faculty for all degree programs are given in Table 8.7.
Table: 8.7 -Visiting Lecturers in- 2020

# B.Tech . Degree Programme Year of first Mode of Semester No. of
Registration Conduct Visiting
Lecturers
01 B.Tech in Software Technology 2017/2018 B2 05 -
2018/2019 B2 04 14
2017/2018 B1 06 4
2018/2019 B1 04 11
02 B. Tech. in Network Technology 2017/2018 B2 05 -
2018/2019 B2 04 14
2017/2018 B1 06 5
2018/2019 B1 04 12
03 B. Tech. in Multimedia & Web Technology 2017/2018 B2 05 -
2018/2019 B2 04 14
2017/2018 B1 06 6
2018/2019 B1 04 12
B.Tech in Software Technology 2019/2020 B1 02 4
04 B. Tech. in Network Technology 2019/2020 B2 02 4

academic council. Students were considered to be eligible for exemptions only if they had NVQ 6
required to produce original transcript of the diploma as evidence.
calculation.
exemptions for the whole first semester was given chance to join the degree from the second
semester. For other students module exceptions were granted base on exemption policy as per
their requests.
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during 2020. Due to COVID-19 pandemic situation numbers of the Faculty Boards were less than the
accepted number.
8.9 Participation in Exhibitions and Competitions

Due to COVID-19 pandemic situation, the usual exhibitions and completions were not held.
8.10 General Convocation- 2020

Although the University Convocation normally scheduled to be on end of the Year, due to COVID-19
situation General Convocation was not held. But results were finalized for the scheduled academic
year to award the degree.
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9 Continuing Education Centre
Continuing Education Centre (CEC) has been coordinating and conducting Diploma, Certificate, short
courses, continuous professional development programs and other extension programs, since the
inception of the University. It is the University arm which continues the activities of preceding
institute, National Institute of Technical Education of Sri Lanka, as empowered by the Act of
Parliament No 31 of 2008. Inter-alia the object as specified in the Article 4 of the Act is to offer
extension courses.Short term professional development programs, Training of Trainers (ToT) and
Training of Assessors (ToA) programs are conducted on the basis of the demand and essentiality in
the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector. These are designed for
professional development of the personnel of various industries and teaching fields of the TVET
sector. Although these programs are small in duration, these are more practically oriented training
programs providing opportunities for experiencing real environment of work. Due to the unforeseen
circumstances of Covid 19 the impact of which could only be foreseen in last March and April, and
the interruptions from time to time to quarantine, distancing and other issues, CEC could not
achieve the progress as desired. The university has been closed down for sometimes and physical
interaction became restrictive. Amidst the foregoing situation, the CEC could somehow rather
manage achieving the results as follows.
9.1 Higher National & National Diploma Programmes

Table 9.1 : Details of Higher National Diploma-2020
Name of the Diploma Programme NVQ Level No: of students registered
Higher National Diploma in Training Centre Management Level 6 30
National Diploma in Technical Teacher Education Level 5 105
9.2 Short Term Programme
9.2.1 Training of Assessors Programmes (TOA)

Table 9.2: Details of Assessor Programmes -2020
Certificate Duration No of Participants
01 ToA 116 20/01/2020-24/01/2020 21
02 ToA 117 05/10/2020-09/10/2020 35
Total 56
9.2.2 Developing Quality Leaders in TVET sectorable
9.2.3 9.3 : Details of Quality Leaders programmes

Certificate Duration No of Participants
01 Quality Leader 30th to 31st January 2020 31
02 Quality Leader 25th to 26th February 2020 26
03 Quality Leader 27th to 28th August 2020 19
Total 76
The function of the CEC is currently falling under the newly established unit named Staff
Development Centre from January 2021.
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10 Admission, Accreditation and Quality Assurance Division
10.1 Introduction
The AAQA Division was established in September 2014. During its first year, it was focusing on
developing and revising the existing necessary documents such as By-laws, Regulations, Rules and
Procedure, and during its 2nd year, it gradually focused on increasing the number of students for
university intakes, accreditation processes and initiating quality assurance measures.
10.2 Concise Quality Assurance Framework

University of Vocational Technology has a quality assurance framework. The features and functions
of the framework are to assure the quality of the university in the following areas:
I. The generally accepted standards of legal requirements for a degree awarding institute.
II. The standards of physical resources
III. The standards of degree programs
IV. The competence and qualifications of teachers of the University
V. Research activities
VI. Modes of delivery of educational programs
VII. Assessment procedures
VIII. Student welfare
The UNIVOTEC was established by the parliamentary Act No. 30 of 2008, as a fully-fledged university,
which covers all legal requirements to function as a degree awarding institute in Sri Lanka, as it has
been introduced in its official website
Established in 2008, under the University of Vocational Technology Act Number 31 of 2008, the
University of Vocational Technology has the same legal and academic status as any other national
university in Sri Lanka. According to Section 6 and 7 of the Public Administration Circular No. 16/92,
dated 13.03.92, issued by the Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils & Home Affairs,
the degrees awarded by University of Vocational technology are treated as equivalent to degrees
awarded by any other University under the purview of the University Grants Commission, and the
universities listed in Association of Commonwealth Universities, and / or in the International
handbook of Universities.
The necessary infrastructure which includes, an administrative block, lecture halls, library,
laboratories, auditorium, cafeteria and hostels, have been established and is being developed
according to the requirements with the enhancement of the UNIVOTEC.
The standards of the degree programmes, the prime aim of the UNIVOTEC, are assured by the total
functions of the Quality Assurance Framework which is described in detail in this document.
The aforementioned Act stipulates officers of the UNIVOTEC, their responsibilities, and the
administrative bodies, which are parallel to such bodies of other universities in Sri Lanka, to ensure
the conduct of programmes of study within generally accepted norms and standards.
The Officers of the University are;

I. Vice Chancellor
II. Deans
III. Director General
IV. Director Finance
V. Director Media and Information
VI. Director Admission, Accreditation, and Quality Assurance
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The administrative bodies are;
I. The Board of Governors

II. The Academic Council
III. The Admission, Accreditation, and Quality Assurance Council -
IV. Faculty Boards (The composition of the above bodies has been explicitly mentioned in the
said Act.)
The functions of these bodies are described concisely to explain how required quality is assured.
Study Programs are conducted under four faculties . All matters pertaining to study of programs,
which include the modules, mode of delivery, examinations, assessment, etc., are discussed and
monitored at the faculty boards.
The recommendations and decisions that are taken at the Faculty Boards are forwarded to the
Academic Council for its approval. The Academic Council may seek approval of the Board of
Governors for the matters based on the situation and the magnitude of them. The Academic Council
is tantamount to the Senate of conventional universities in Sri Lanka as far as the composition and
functions are concerned.
The Admission Accreditation and Quality Assurance Council is referred to when decisions are to be
taken about admission procedures, accreditation of programs of study, schemes of recruitments,
academic and administrative matters pertaining to University Colleges, and general quality
assurance processes of the University.
The University has an Examinations and Evaluation Centre, which is responsible for conducting and
monitoring examinations, marking answer scripts, recording the results and issuing certificates. The
procedures are similar to those of other universities in Sri Lanka.
The University also has a Quality Assurance Committee (QAC) which meets monthly to take
initiatives to ensure that programs of study are conducted within the expected norms and standards,
and to enhance related facilities and student welfare. A monthly progress report is put forward to
the Academic Council by the QAC.
All functions of the officers, and bodies mentioned above are governed by a set of by-laws,
regulations, rules, procedures, and policies that have been developed and approved by the
University.
Such documents include:
By -Laws
• By law for the award of degrees, post graduate diplomas and higher degrees by the
University of Vocational Technology.
• By law for conducting of examinations, offences, punishments and appeals procedure
• By-law for the University students’ assembly at the University of Vocational Technology
• By-law for residence and student discipline at the University of Vocational Technology
• By law for the award of certificates of competence, elementary certificates, certificates,
advanced certificates, diplomas and advanced diplomas by the University of Vocational
Technology
• By-laws on the procedure of convocation of the University of Vocational Technology
 By-laws on the procedure of Diploma Awarding Ceremony of University colleges established
under University of Vocational Technology
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Regulations
• Regulations for the award of the degree of Bachelor of Education in Technology by the
University of Vocational Technology
• Regulations for the award of the degree of Bachelor of Technology by the University of
Vocational Technology
• Regulation for the award of certificates of competence, elementary certificates, certificates,
Technology
Rules
• Rules for the award of the degree of Bachelor of Education in Technology by the University
of Vocational Technology
• Rules for the award of the degree of Bachelor of Technology in Industrial & Vocational
Technology by the University of Vocational Technology
• Rules for the election of Dean of a faculty at the University of Vocational Technology
• Rules for the conduct of proceedings of the University of Technology Appeals Board
• Rules for the award of certificates of competence, elementary certificates, certificates,
Technology
Procedures
• Procedure- Admission procedure and registration
• Procedure- Exemptions
• Procedure – Answer scripts re-scrutinizing of results
 Procedure for Exam results release at the Department level
Policies
 Refund Policy
10.3 Accreditation
The following degree programmes received accreditation from the Institute of Engineers, Sri Lanka
(IESL), under the Sydney Accord in 2017.
• Bachelor of Education in Mechatronics Technology

• Bachelor of Technology in Building Services Technology
• Bachelor of Technology in Manufacturing Technology
Arrangements are being made to get ready for next IESL review as per the recommendations
received in the first and two programmes (Construction Technology & Resource Management and
Quantity Surveying) are getting prepared for submitting the application for accreditation by IESL and
IQSSL (Institute of Quantity Surveyors, Sri Lanka) respectively.
10.4 Quality Assurance

AAQA Division of the University is actively participating in enhancing quality enhancement related
programmes in the University as well as programmes conducted by the Ministry of Skills
Development and the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission.
The Division participated actively in processes, functions, and events such as publishing News
Letters, Co-Curricular Activities, Research Symposium, and Aesthetic Programmes, as such activities
directly enhance the quality in an educational institute.
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10.5 Providing leadership for Quality Enhancement in the TVET Sector
The University plays a leading role along with the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission
with the sponsorship of the Skills Sector Development Project in implementing the Quality
Improvement System (QIS).
11 Establishments Unit
Department of Establishments is facilitating the University with the Human Resource Management
of Academic and Non Academic staff of the University. Key functional areas operates by the
department are,
 Annual Man Power planning of the University

 Recruitments/Talent acquisition
 Compensation Management
 Annual Performance evaluation
 Human Resource Development
 Management of Terminal benefits
 Grievance Handling
 Industrial relations
Department ensures the optimal utilization of the existing human resources of the University and
strategic implications are engaging with the acquisition for competent human resources and
maintain the conducing working atmosphere in order to facilitate the Community of the University
for a results oriented workplace.
11.1 New Recruitments -2020

The appointing authority of the University is the Board Governors and the summary for the
Recruitment in year 2020 which approved by the Board as follows,
Table 11.1: New Recruitment - 2019

# Name Designation Date of Appointment
1. Dr. J K C Disanayake Consultant 03/03/2020
2. Mr.S P S G Dayananda Demonstrator (Temporary) 02/10/2020
Senior Prof .Ranjith Premalal Vice Chancellor
3. 07/10/2020
De Silva
Even though the University the process was initiated to recruit suitably qualified candidates to other
vacant positions of the academic, administration and non-academic grades of the approved cadre
the process was not completed onset of the disturbances made by Covid 19 impact.
11.2 Resignations/Vacation of Post/ Termination of Contract and Retirement of services 2019

For year 2020, 13 numbers of staff concluded leave the service of the University while 1 officer
completed the period of contract awarded and 1 office aid was served with willfully vacation of post
and 2 employees in clerical grade and primary level were retired. The summary is tabled in Table:
11.2.
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Table 11.2: Summary of Resignation/Vacation of post/termination of contract/Retirement for – 2020
Name Designation Date of Date of Reason
Appointment Resignation
1. Mr. W K Lankapura Demonstrator 16/03/2018 15/03/2019 Completed
of contract
period
2. Ms. K M P B N Perera Demonstrator 04/09/2018 31/01/2019 Resigned
3. Mr. S A Ranjith Management 12/07/1999 04/04/2019 Retired
Assistant
4. Ms. K P A G De Silva Associate Officer 19/07/2005 30/04/2019 Resigned
5. Ms.N W K D V P Opatha Lecturer 03/10/2014 14/04/2019 Resigned
(Probationary)
6. Mr. D S Hettiarachchi Director (MIS) 20/10/2011 30/04/2019 Resigned
7. Mr. K M S A D Bandara Senior Lecturer II 04/07/2013 04/07/2019 Resigned
8. Ms.A Hamsapriya Demonstrator 26/03/2019 01/08/2019 Resigned
9. Mr. G J Sadun sameera Office Aide 06/07/2015 09/08/2019 Vacation
post
10. Mr. S S Office Aide 15/11/1999 20/08/2019 Retired
Vidanapathirana
11. Mr. Lecturer 02/10/2017 04/10/2019 Resigned
P.K.P.PushpaKumara
12. Ms. M.C.N.Perera Lecturer 02/10/2017 02/10/2019 Resigned
(Probationary)
13. Ms. W K Moramudali Lecturer 01/07/2016 03/10/2019 Resigned
(Probationary)
14. Dr. A M Jazeel Senior Lecturer II 01/11/2017 01/11/2019 Resigned
15. Mr. K.U.M.De Silva Senior Lecturer II 15/03/2019 31/12/2019 Resigned
11.3 Local Trainings for Non Academic/Academic Staff - 2020

In par with the Human Resource Development Policy of the University the opportunity is given for
the staff to undergo with trainings in the sense of knowledge factor, skill component or in focus with
the abilities. These trainings sessions were specifically selected for the stipulated employee with
recommendation of the Heads of the Departments and in accordance with the reviews of their
annual increment forms.
Table 11.3: Summary of Local Trainings for Non Academic /Academic Staff for – 2020
Name of Date Institutio Trainee Designation Course
Training n/ Fee/Rs
Trainer
Title Name
1 Training 1/18/202 CETRAC Mr S D Duminda Driver 3500x2
on 0 Kumara 7000/=
Scientific,
economica Mr D S W Senevirathna Driver
l and safe
driving
2 Training to 1/27/202 IESL Dr. D D D Suraweera Dean/FIVT 5000x7
Prepare 0 Mr L W S Kularatne Dean/FTT 35,000
for IESL Eng. J K Kanthi Senior Lecturer /=
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Accreditati II
on Dr. R L W Koggalage Senior Lecturer I
Dr. Jayalal Senior Lecturer
Wettasinghe II
Ms P M Perera Senior Lecturer
II
Dr. M P K C Nandapala Lecturer
3 Training 2/11/202 PRAG Ms R A N D Rupasinghe Internal Auditor 7000x3
Programm 0 INSTITUT 21000/
e on E Ms P L K Management =
Personal Muthukumarana Assistant
Files Ms N T C Jayampathi Management
Assistant
4 Training 2/14/202 CETRAC Mr K L O Associate Officer 5000/=
on Correct 0 Kodithuwakku
methods
of road
design,
constructi
on and
maintenan
ce
5 Seminar 2/12/202 CIDA Dr. R L W Koggalage Senior Lecturer 4000x2
on " 0 II 8000/=
Designing
of Medium Eng. W C C Senior Lecturer
and Low Sumathiratna II
Voltage
Installation
s"
6 Quality 2020/02/ Universit Mr. T C Jayamuthuge Producer
Leader 25,26 y of Ms. N B W I Udeshika Statistical Officer
Program - Vocation Mr. G D I Associate Officer
Phase I al Pushpakumara
Technolo Ms. N T C Jayampathi Management
gy Assistant
Ms. V V Ranathunga Management
Assistant
Mr. D D W Sirimanna Management
Assistant
7 Training 2020/07/ Skills Ms. R A N D Rupasinghe Internal Auditor
Workshop 20,21,22, Sector
on the 23 Develop
Role of ment Mr. G P L Priyajanaka Associate Officer
Internal Division
Ms. P L K Management
Auditors
Muthukumarana Assistant
Mr. M L A Sanjeewa Office Assistant
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12. Administration Division and Duties
The Administration Division is implemented under the supervision of the Director General with the
assistance of the Assistant Registrar (Administration) to ensure the smooth functioning of the
University. General Administration Division consists with the following sub divisions.
 Transport Division
 Maintenance Division
 Security
 Cleaning Service
12.1 Transport Division

The Transport division of the University of Vocational Technology fulfil the official transportation
requirements of students and staff requirements. An officer in charge and 05 pool drivers are there
to ensure the continued service at the transport division. A daily shuttle service is provided to all
staff and the students from the Borupana junction.
12.2 Cleaning Service

The cleaning services of the University are carried out annually by an outsourcing company,
following the proper tender procedure. The cleaning service provider cleans the university, maintain
the gardens well. Also ensure that all sanitary works are carried out on a regular basis and the
administration division is carrying out regular inspections on a regular basis, monthly and after a
thorough analysis of the work done on a monthly basis the marks will be given for the payment. This
will ensure that the sanitation and sanitation facilities of the University are maintained properly.
12.3 Security
The security services of the University are carried out annually by an outsourcing company, following
the proper tender procedure. The number of security staff for the day shift consists with 17 security
officers and the night shift consists with 16 security officers. To ensure the security at the University
a CCTV system has been implemented since 2011.The security staff has been assigned duties
according to security plan.
After the Easter Attack took place in 2019 several measures were taken to ensure the security at the
University. A security committee was appointed consisted with different layers of the staff at the
University which is chaired by the Director General. As per the recommendations made by the
Security committee measure were taken to place concertina coil on the surrounding walls of the
University. Also, vehicles pass was issued to staff members and all the details were verified before
issuing the vehicle pass. Moreover, to that vehicle pass and bicycle pass were issued for the students
to verify the identity of the outside vehicles enter in to the University.
Apart from these measures metal detectors were purchased and placed at the security to check all
the entrants to the university and vehicle inspection mirrors were placed to check all the vehicles
enter in to the University. Also, security instructions were displayed at the main gate and was
communicated to all students accordingly.
Due to the COVID 19 pandemic in 2020 March onwards considering the sudden closure of the
University ,number of security personnel were reduced and functioned with minimum number of
staff.
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12.4 Maintenance Division
All the construction works and maintenance at the University are carried out by the maintenance
division under the direction of Director General. A summary of the capital work carried out by the
maintenance division is as follows.
12.4.1 Construction Projects Commenced in 2019 and Completed in 2020

a. Additions, Alteration and Renovation of CEC Building at UNIVOTEC, Financial
Investment is Rs.11.7 Mn
b. Supply, Stich up and Fix Curtains for the Old Hostel, Financial Investment is
Rs.0.39 Mn
c. Addition and Alteration of Finance Branch and Stores for Examination Branch,
Financial Investment is Rs.2.76 Mn
12.4.2 Ongoing Construction Projects Commenced in 2017

a. Balance work Design and Construction of Studio & Class Room Complex,
Financial Investment is Rs.75 Mn
13. Revised Financial Statements

 Statement of Financial Position
 Statement of Financial Performance
 Cash Flow Statement
 Accounting Policies
 Notes to the Financial Statements
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13.1 Statement of Financial Position
UNIVERSITY OF VOCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
As At 31st December 2020 2019 (restated)
Note Rs. Rs.

ASSETS
Current Assets
Cash & Cash Equivalents 2 25,755,746 10,439,625

Advances, Deposits Receivable 3 177,420 220,772
Stocks 4,645,719 4,700,196
Pre Payments 4 1,315,466 1,717,372
Staff Loans & Advances 5 6,593,810 6,267,425
Debtors and other Receivables 6 1,723,246 13,328,709
40,211,407 36,674,099
Non - Current Assets
Investments 7 59,532,333 53,509,899
Property, Plant and Equipment 8 1,316,527,561 1,377,263,536

Work in Progress 9 328,364,573 332,425,919
Intangible Assets 10 1,681,320 1,593,635
1,706,105,787 1,764,792,989
Total Assets 1,746,317,194 1,801,467,088
LIABILITIES
Current Liabilities
Accounts Payable & Other Liabilities 11 31,012,126 61,977,436
Short Term Deposits Refundable 12 6,553,850 9,664,160
Lease Obligation 13 2,213,157 1,963,235
39,779,133 73,604,831
Non Current Liabilities
Provision for Gratuity 14 99,883,764 84,398,229

Long Term Deposits Refundable 15 40,601,000 36,511,000
Lease Obligation 16 6,582,444 8,795,601
147,067,208 129,704,830
Total Liabilities 186,846,341 203,309,661
Total Net Assets 1,559,470,853 1,598,157,427
NET ASSETS / EQUITY

Capital Grants 17 1,607,737,816 1,640,989,558
Revaluation Surplus 28,639,667 29,436,320
Accumulated Fund 18 (77,525,942) (72,887,763)
Other Funds 19 619,312 619,312

Total Net Assets / Equity 1,559,470,853 1,598,157,427
The accounting policies on pages 06 to 10 & notes on pages 11 to 23 form an integral part of these financial statements.
Prepared by:
………………………..
G.A.A.K.Dilrukshie
Assistant Bursar
Certification
We certify that the above financial statements give a true & fair view of affairs as at 31.12.2020 and it's Surplus/(Deficit)
for the year ended 31.12.2020
……………………………………………………. …………………………
Senior Professor Ranjith Premalal De Silva Aruni Aluthge
Vice Chancellor Director Finance
The Board of Governors is responsible for the preparation & presentation of these Financial Statements.
These Financial Statements were approved by the Board of Governors and signed on their behalf.
……………………………….. ……………………………
Chandrarathne Vithanage Sanath Panawennage
Member Member
Colombo
th
18 February 2021
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13.2 Statement of Financial Performance
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
For the Year Ended 31st December 2020 2019 (restated)
Note Rs. Rs.

Operating Revenue
Recurrent Grant 341,865,455 325,250,000
Staff Development Grant 131,500 717,990
Skills Sector Development Grant 20 6,033,936 21,461,960
Revenue From Academic Activities 21 604,450 1,409,972
Less-Direct Expenditure on Academic Activities 22 211,950 276,841
Net Income from Academic Activities 392,500 1,133,131
Revenue from Degree Programmes 23 16,606,496 33,083,300
Other Income 24 7,923,451 10,544,923
Amortisation of Deferred Income 25 91,629,588 109,710,340
Total Operating Revenue 464,582,926 501,901,644
Operating Expenses
Employees Cost 26 282,687,114 280,765,429
Travelling Expenses 27 16,957 397,010
Supplies & Requisites 28 6,158,735 8,699,219
Maintenance Expenses 29 6,597,895 6,934,987
Services 30 56,948,338 92,313,955
Depreciation & Amortisation on Property, Plant & Equipment 31 93,156,884 111,373,251
Skills Sector Development Programme Expenses 32 6,033,936 21,461,960
Total Operating Expenses before Provisions & Loss on

Disposal of Fixed Assets 451,599,859 521,945,811
Net Operating Surplus / (Deficit) before Provisions & Loss on

Disposal of Fixed Assets 12,983,067 (20,044,167)
Gratuity Provision 17,621,246 52,266,417
Loss on Disposal of Fixed Assets - 120,542
Net Surplus / (Deficit) After Provisions & Loss on Disposal of
Fixed Assets (4,638,179) (72,431,126)
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13.3 Cash Flow Statement
CASH FLOW STATEMENT
For the Year Ended 31st December 2020 2019 (restated)

Rs. Rs.
Cash flows from operating activities
Deficit / Surplus from ordinary activities (4,638,179) (72,431,126)
Non - Cash Movements

Amortisation of Deferred Income/Capital Grants (91,629,588) (109,710,340)
Depreciation & Amortisation 93,156,884 111,373,251
Profit/Loss on Disposal of Assets - 120,542
Gratuity 17,621,246 52,266,417
Operating Profit Before Changes in W/C 14,510,363 (18,381,256)
(Increase)/Decrease in Stocks 54,477 (417,660)

(Increase)/Decrease in Staff Debtors (326,385) (294,231)
(Increase)/Decrease in Debtors and Receivables 11,605,462 55,437,832
(Increase)/Decrease in Pre-payments 401,906 2,049,066
(Increase)/Decrease in Advances 38,352 1,307,148
(Increase)/Decrease in Deposits Receivable 5,000 294,000
Increase/(Decrease) in Deposits Refundable (3,110,310) 665,485
Increase/(Decrease) in Accounts Payable (30,965,309) (63,373,215)
Gratuity Payment (2,135,711) (2,075,215)

Net cash flows from operating activities (9,922,155) (24,788,046)
Cash flows from investing activities

Buildings (22,647,805) (8,704,027)
Computers (2,171,200) (7,369,774)
Furniture and Fittings (73,872) (995,774)
Office Equipment (1,432,865) (355,900)
Teaching Equipment (4,103,665) (18,914,947)
Plant and Machinery (1,425,735) (3,826,260)
Books - (1,855,524)
Other Assets (762,178) (766,876)
Work in Progress 4,061,346 (17,307,651)
Intangible Assets (687,926) (1,725,191)
Investments (6,022,435) (9,183,322)
Library Deposits 2,045,000 3,570,000
Laboratory Deposits 2,045,000 3,570,000
Hostel Deposit - 97,000
Proceeds from Disposal of Assets - 122,740
Lease Rental (1,963,235) (1,198,814)
Net cash flows from investing activities (33,139,570) (64,844,320)
Cash flows from financing Activities

Capital Contributions - Treasury 46,748,500 77,282,010
Capital Grants 11,629,346 11,802,245
Accumulated Fund - 2,827,874
Other Funds - 17,100
Net cash flow from financing activities 58,377,846 91,929,229
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents 15,316,121 2,296,863
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of the period 10,439,625 8,142,762
Cash and cash equivalents at end of the period 25,755,746 10,439,625
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13.4 Statement of Changes in Net Assets

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2020
(restated)
Rs.
Accumulated Revaluation Other Capital Grants Total
Fund Surplus FUNDS TEDP Treasury GOPA Ministry of YASD DTET NORAD SDP MOF SDD GIZ DIAKIN Deferred Income Net Assets
Rs Rs RS RS RS RS RS RS RS RS RS RS RS RS RS Rs
Balance as at 01.01.2019 (3,563,532) 30,242,875 602,212 53,789,820 8,160,833 3,720 144,389,428 694,992,368 - 2,110,149 6,876 167,660,671 56,416 ######### 1,686,361,059
Adjustments 3,106,895 (806,555) - - - - 498,054 112,689 575,665 1,349,732 4,836,480

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Amortisation - (16,964,986) (2,274,167) (1,860) (12,066,465) (10,006,143) (62,858) (1,096,708) - (1,372,134) (6,600) (140,158) ######### (109,710,341)
-
Additions 17,100 - 10,102,658 - 1,699,588 11,819,345
-
Contributions for the year ######### 77,282,010
-
Surplus /(Deficit) (25,112,634)
-
Under Provision - Gratuity (47,318,492)
-
Surplus /(Deficit) as restated (72,431,126) (72,431,126)
-
Balance as restated at 31.12. 2019 (72,887,763) 29,436,320 619,312 36,824,834 5,886,667 1,860 132,322,963 685,484,279 49,831 1,589,106 6,876 176,391,195 49,816 1,559,430 ######### 1,598,157,427
Balance as at 01.01. 2020 (72,887,763) 29,436,320 619,312 36,824,834 5,886,667 1,860 132,322,963 685,484,279 49,831 1,589,106 6,876 176,391,195 49,816 1,559,430 ######### 1,598,157,427
Amortisation - (796,653) (7,407,493) (1,382,500) (310) (11,811,680) (9,227,316) (49,480) (483,891) (2,974,257) (6,600) (243,111) ######### (92,426,241)
Additions - - 11,629,346 - - ######### 58,377,846

-
Contributions for the year - -
-
Surplus /(Deficit) (4,638,179) (4,638,179)
-
Balance as at 31.12. 2020 (77,525,942) 28,639,667 619,312 29,417,341 4,504,167 1,550 120,511,283 676,256,963 351 1,105,215 6,876 185,046,284 43,216 1,316,319 ######### 1,559,470,853
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13.5 Statement of Comparison of Budget and Actual Amounts - 2020
STATEMENT OF COMPARISON OF BUDGET AND ACTUAL AMOUNTS - 2020
LKR
Original
Category Revised Budget Actual Variance
Budget
Receipts
Government Contribution 349,390,000 349,390,000 341,865,455 7,524,545
University Earnings 30,200,000 24,100,000 24,057,538 42,462

Skills Sector Development
Programme 28,054,000 34,369,000 25,922,520 8,446,480
Total Receipts 407,644,000 407,859,000 391,845,513 16,013,487
Payments
Personal Emoluments 291,580,000 291,370,000 288,697,338 2,672,662
Travelling 150,000 50,000 20,386 29,614
Supplies 7,050,000 5,920,000 5,316,407 603,593
Maintenance 6,000,000 7,200,000 5,901,907 1,298,093
Services 74,010,000 68,650,000 60,004,423 8,645,577
Others 800,000 300,000 225,510 74,490

Skills Sector Development
28,054,000 34,369,000 25,922,520 8,446,480
Programme
Total Expenditure 407,644,000 407,859,000 386,088,491 21,770,509
Net Receipts/Payments 5,757,022
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13.6 Notes to the Financial Statements
13.6.1 Significant Accounting Policies

General Policies
Reporting Entity
University of Vocational Technology (hereafter referred to as the “University”) was incorporated by

Act of parliament No.31 of 2008, and is situated at No.100, Kandawala, Rathmalana.
Financial Period
The financial period of the University is from 01 st January 2020 to 31st December 2020.
Principal Activities
a. Conducting undergraduate programs

b. Development of postgraduate programs
c. Conducting researches relating to TVET Education
d. Developing curricula for TVET institutions
e. Developing degree curricula
f. Developing learning materials
g. Conducting short term training programs, seminars and workshops for professional
development
Going Concern
The University made an assessment of the University and its ability to continue as a going concern
and is satisfied that it has the resources to continue the entity for the foreseeable future. Based on
that the financial statements have been prepared on going concern basis.
Basis of Preparation
a. Statement of Compliance
The Financial Statements have been prepared in conformity with Sri Lanka Public Sector
Accounting Standards. The accounting policies are consistent with those used in the previous
period, except where it is disclosed.
The Financial Statements have been prepared on Going Concern basis since there is no
intention of dissolving the institution in future period (2019).
b. Basis of Measurement
Financial statements have been prepared on historical costs basis and no adjustments are made
for changes in values, except where it is stated.
c. Functional & Presentation Currency

Financial Statements are presented in Sri Lankan Rupees, which is the functional &
presentation currency of the University.
All financial information presented in Sri Lankan Rupees has been rounded to the nearest
Rupee, unless stated otherwise.
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Comparative Information
Comparative information is disclosed in respect of the previous period to enhance the

understanding of the financial statements of the current period.
When the presentation or classification of items in the financial statements have been amended,
comparative amounts have also been reclassified to conform with the current year in order to
provide a better presentation.
Materiality & Aggregation
Each material class of similar items have been presented separately in the Financial Statements.
Items of dissimilar nature or function have been presented separately unless they are immaterial.
Offsetting
Assets, liabilities and revenue , expenses have not been offset unless required or permitted by the
SLPSAS.
13.6.2 Assets & Bases of their valuation

Property Plant and Equipment
a. Recognition & Measurement

Property, Plant and Equipment which were acquired after 12 October 2009 are stated at cost
less accumulated depreciation.
b. Cost
The cost of property, plant and equipment comprises its purchase price and any expenditure
incurred in bringing the assets to its working condition for its intended use. Subsequent
expenditure incurred for the purpose of acquiring, extending, or improving assets of a
permanent nature has been treated as capital expenditure.
c. Depreciation
The provision for depreciation is calculated by using the straight line method on the cost or
valuation of property, plant & equipment, at the following rates over their useful lives.
 Buildings 5%
 Boundary Walls 5%
 Fountain 5%
 Motor Vehicles 25%
 Computers 16.66%
 Furniture & Fittings 10%
 Office Equipment 10%
 Plant & Machinery 10%
 Teaching Equipment 10%
 Books 10%
 Other Assets 16.66%
Depreciation is provided for the full year, for year of acquisition and no depreciation is provided for
the year of disposal of assets, up to 31.12.2013. Depreciation of assets begins when it is available for
use and ceases date on which asset is classified as held for sale/ disposal, from 2013 onwards.
The cost of the Establishment Code developed for the University is identified under Other Assets and
would be written off once it is feasible for implementation.
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Valuation of Assets
a. Revalued Property, Plant & Equipment were stated at revalued amounts less accumulated
Depreciation.
The reassessment of balance useful life time of Property, Plant and Equipment was carried out in
2020, by an appointed committee and depreciated accordingly.
Reassessed Useful Life time
Motor Vehicles 3 Yrs. from 2020 purchased in 2009
5 Yrs. from 2020 purchased in 2011
Office Equipment 3 Yrs. from 2020 purchased in 2011
Furniture & Fittings 3 Yrs. from 2020 purchased in 2009

Other Assets 3 Yrs. from 2020 purchased in 2009

Teaching Equipment 5 Yrs. from 2020 purchased in 2009

Computers 2 Yrs. from 2020 purchased in 2015
Plant & Machinery 3 Yrs. from 2020 purchased in 2010
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Lease – Finance Lease
Lease in terms of which the university assumes substantially all the risks & rewards of ownership is
transferred to the university, classified as Finance Lease. On initial recognition, the leased asset
under Motor Vehicles is measured at an amount equal to the lower of its fair value and the present
value of minimum lease payments. Subsequent to initial recognition the asset is accounted for in
accordance with the accounting policy applicable to the asset.
Minimum lease payments under finance lease are apportioned between the finance expense and
the reduction of the outstanding liability.
Capital Works in Progress
Capital work in progress is stated at cost. These are expenses of capital nature directly incurred in
the construction of property, plant and equipment awaiting capitalization. Capital work in progress
would be transferred to the relevant asset category when it is available for use.
Inventories
Inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realizable value. Net realizable value is the
estimated selling price at ordinary course of business less the estimated cost of completion and
selling expenses.
13.6.3 Provision for Retiring Gratuity

Provision has been made for the retiring gratuity, which may fall due for payment under the
payment of Gratuity Act No. 12 of 1983 for all the employees, those who have been in service in the
University. The liability to an employee arises only on completion of 5 years of continued service.
The total liability is actuarially valued and not externally funded.
13.6.4 Government Grants & Subsidies

Government grants that compensate the University for Expenses incurred are recognized on receipt.
Grants that are in recurrent nature are recognized as income in the statement of financial
performance whereas grants that are of capital nature have been credited to the differed income
and amortized annually on consistent basis over the useful life of the related asset.
13.6.5 Financial Performance Statement

Revenue Recognition
(a) Revenue from recurrent grant is recognized on receipt.

(b) Grant from Skills Sector Development Program is recognized on accrual basis.
(c) Course and Diploma fees are recognized on receipt.
(d) Consultancy income is recognized as revenue on completion of such activity.
(e) Other income is recognized on accrual basis.
Expenditure
All expenditure incurred in day to day operations of the university and in maintaining the
property, plant and equipment in a state of efficiency, has been charged to Income Statement in
arriving at the Surplus/Deficit for the year.
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Cash flow Statement
The Cash flow Statement has been prepared by using the “Indirect Method” Cash and Cash
equivalent comprise of bank balances of the University Bank Accounts.
Disclosures
Events after balance sheet date
There were no events occurring after the Balance Sheet date which require adjustments or
disclosures in the financial statements.
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13.7 Notes to the Financial Statements
Notes to the Financial Statements
For the Year Ended 31st December 2020 2019

Rs. Rs.
Balances at Banks
Bank of Ceylon - Rathmalana A/C 0070308457 7,846,705 6,192,348
Peoples Bank - Rathmalana A/C 080-1-001-3-0003120 7,420,041 3,031,499
Call Deposit-Bank of Ceylon - Ratmalana (TESS Project) 10,489,000 1,215,778
25,755,746 10,439,625
Advances,Deposits Receivable
Advances
Sundry advances 60,000 98,352
60,000 98,352
Deposits Receivable
Sri Lanka Transport Board 117,420 117,420
University of Colombo - 5,000
117,420 122,420
177,420 220,772
Pre-payments
Insurance & Registration fees 420,974 424,675
Rate & Taxes 33,555 -
Mainten.-Computer & Access.,Photocopiers,Printers,UPS,Air Conditioners & Lift 805,025 1,245,465
News Papers & Periodicals 55,912 47,232
1,315,466 1,717,372
Staff Loans & Advances
Distress Loans 6,593,810 6,258,675
Festival Advances - 8,750
6,593,810 6,267,425
Debtors and Receivables
Rental of Property - Hostel 117,000 339,300
Fixed Deposit Interest 687,473 1,857,398
Call Deposit Interest 2,299 359,904
Fixed Deposit Interest - Students Welfare 275,428 358,891
P.M.U.S.Mudalige 3,400 3,400
P.A.K.Gananath 7,000 7,000
C.J.Abeywickrama - 186,374
Skills Sector Development Programme 630,646 10,216,442
1,723,246 13,328,709
Investments (Refundable Deposits of Students)
Peoples Bank- Ratmalana 36,531,329 36,451,355
Bank of Ceylon- Ratmalana 23,001,004 17,058,544
59,532,333 53,509,899
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8 Property,Plant & Equipment
Balance as at Adjustm. Addition Disposals Balance as at
1/1/2020 31/12/2020
Rs. Rs. Rs. Rs. Rs.
8.1 .Rehabilitation & Improvements
Land 4,633,190 - 4,633,190
Buildings 171,545,758 7,311,878 178,857,636
Main Building 17,601,164 - 17,601,164
Motor Vehicles 569,931 - 569,931
Computers 16,500 - 16,500
Furniture & Office Equipment 5,386,336 - 5,386,336
Plant and Machinery 157,052 - 157,052
Boundry Walls 874,486 - 874,486
Books 225,000 - 225,000
Other Assets 432,035 - 432,035
8.2 .Acquisition of Fixed Assets
Land & Land Improvement 609,880,843 - 609,880,843

-
Buildings 558,103,932 - - 558,103,932
-
Univotec Fountain 11,190,627 - 11,190,627
-
Motor Vehicles 45,075,000 - (1,200,000) 43,875,000
-
Lease Vehicle 11,957,650 - 11,957,650
-
Computers 90,349,093 - 2,171,200 - 92,520,293
-
Furniture and Fittings 72,106,452 - 73,872 72,180,324
-
Office Equipment 53,303,973 1,432,865 - 54,736,838
Teaching Equipment 344,035,495 - 4,103,665 - 348,139,160
Plant and Machinery 132,168,143 - 1,425,735 - 133,593,878
Books 40,234,296 - - 40,234,296

-
Other Assets 16,962,844 - 762,178 - 17,725,022
-
-
Sub Total 2,186,809,800 - 17,281,393 (1,200,000) 2,202,891,192
Property,Plant & Equipment - SSD

Balance as at Adjustm. Addition Disposals Balance as at
1/1/2020 31/12/2020
Rs. Rs. Rs. Rs. Rs.
8.1-a .Rehabilitation & Improvements
Buildings 6,992,138 15,335,927 22,328,065
8.2-a .Acquisition of Fixed Assets
Furniture and Fittings 537,342 - 537,342

-
Office Equipment 1,322,720 - 1,322,720
-
Teaching Equipment 2,425,999 - 2,425,999
-
Plant & Machinery 5,496,450 - 5,496,450
Computers 5,780,849 - 5,780,849

-
Other Assets 2,002,336 - 2,002,336
-
Sub Total 24,557,834 - 15,335,927 - 39,893,761
Total 2,211,367,634
227 - 32,617,320 (1,200,000) 2,242,784,953
Balance as at Adjustment Charges for the Disposals Balance as at
1/1/2020 period 31/12/2020
Rs. Rs. Rs. Rs. Rs.
Depreciation
8.3 Rehabilitation & Improvements
Buildings 29,141,725 - 8,884,463 - 38,026,188

-
Main Building 4,943,633 880,058 5,823,691
Motor Vehicles 569,931 - - 569,931

-
Computers 16,500 - - 16,500
Furniture & Office Equipment 1,883,523 538,634 - 2,422,157
Plant and Machinery 122,114 15,705 - 137,819
Boundry walls 568,416 43,724 612,140

-
Books 225,000 - 225,000
Other Assets 484,927 (52,892) - - 432,035
8.4 Acquisition of Fixed Assets
Buildings 262,927,802 773,232 27,131,964 290,832,998

-
Univotec Fountain 5,595,314 559,531 6,154,845
- -
Motor Vehicles 31,211,598 23,420 5,782,795 (1,200,000) 35,817,813
-
Lease Vehicle 1,539,752 2,989,413 4,529,165
Computers 59,234,656 - 7,222,515 - 66,457,170
Furniture and Fittings 47,351,280 - 4,207,089 51,558,368

-
Office Equipment 45,601,430 - 2,403,144 - 48,004,573
-
Teaching Equipment 244,375,396 - 15,804,390 - 260,179,785
- -
Plant and Machinery 45,968,534 - 10,838,078 - 56,806,613
- -
Books 30,577,890 - 1,933,825 32,511,715
-
Other Assets 14,110,843 52,892 347,061 14,510,796
Sub Total
Plant & Machinery 826,450,264 796,652
- 89,582,387 (1,200,000) 915,629,302
Depreciation - SSD
Balance as at Adjustment Charges for the Disposals Balance as at
1/1/2020 period 31/12/2020
Rs. Rs. Rs. Rs. Rs.
8.3-a Rehabilitation & Improvements
Buildings 1,753,980 988,254 2,742,233
8.4-a Acquisition of Fixed Assets
Furniture and Fittings 268,671 53,734 322,405
Office Equipment 661,360 132,272 793,632
Teaching Equipment 1,219,333 242,600 1,461,933

-
Plant & Machinery 1,925,259 549,645 2,474,904
Computers 963,475 963,475
Other Assets 1,825,231 44,276 1,869,507
Sub Total 7,653,834 - 2,974,256 - 10,628,090
Total Depreciation 834,104,098 796,652 92,556,643 (1,200,000) 926,257,392
TOTAL NET VALUE 1,377,263,536 1,316,527,561
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For the Year Ended 31st December Note 2020 2019

Rs. Rs.
9 Work in Progress 328,364,573 332,425,919
Work in Progress-Acquisition of Capital Assets
Buildings - Studio 238,842,027 238,842,027
Software - Finance 1,320,000 1,320,000
Equipment - Studio 65,661,090 65,661,090
Students Hostel 22,541,456 23,600,993
328,364,573 329,424,110
Work in Progress-Rehabilitation & Improvement of Capital Assets
CEC Building -ITTD - 3,001,809
- 3,001,809
10 Intangible Assets
Balance as at Addition Balance as at
1/1/2020 12/31/2020
10.1 Improvements Rs. Rs. Rs.
EMIS 3,400,000 - 3,400,000
-
10.2 Acquisitions -
ELT 1,525,000 - 1,525,000
Video Editing 525,000 525,000
MS Office 1,347,191 - 1,347,191
Library (Koha) 378,000 42,000 420,000
Antivirious Solution 645,926 645,926
-
Total 7,175,191 687,926 7,863,117
Amortisation
Balance as at Amortisation Balance as at
1/1/2020 for the period 12/31/2020
10.3 Improvements Rs. Rs. Rs.
EMIS 3,400,000 - 3,400,000
10.4 Acquisitions
ELT 1,525,000 - 1,525,000
Video Editing 525,000 - 525,000
MS Office 78,740 449,064 527,804
Library (Koha) 52,816 145,868 198,684
Antivirious Solution 5,309 5,309
Total Amortisation 5,581,556 600,241 6,181,797
Total Net Value 1,593,635 1,681,320
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Rs. Rs.
11 Accounts Payable & Other Liabilities 31,012,126 61,977,436
Accrued Expenses
Salaries & Wages - 1,007,872
Cost of Living Allowance - 39,000
Fuel Allocation (Pool Vehicles) 25,210 79,450
Overtime - 514,103
Holiday Payments - 43,517
Honoraium 216,000
Other Allowance-Other 32,000 33,500
Travelling - 3,429
Telephone 54,930 183,286
Internet Service 695,431 1,005,157
Electricity 159,390 1,055,432
Maintenance-Vehicle KH-6725 - 3,360
Maintenance-Vehicle KR-1801 - 28,658
Maintenance-Vehicle 301-1501 - 12,550
Maintenance-Photocopiers,Air Conditioners & Lift 131,944 192,865
Research - 72,135
Water 153 144,249
News papers and Periodicals 11,100 23,930
Security Services 544,022 1,003,321
Meals to Participants - 22,930
Janitorial Services 881,383 702,592
Vehicle Hire - 1,888
Consultancy Training-Other 12,000 -
Legal Charges 295,000
Audit Fee - 610,903
Cell Member Fees-DB 181,547 -
Examination Charges 408,215
Convocation/Award Ceremonies - 132,200
Curriculum Development-DB - 111,370
Assessor Training-DB 59,950 422,100
Social Marketing-DB 249,960 -
Teacher Training Programme - External-DB - 56,000
Teacher Training Programme - Internal-DB 32,000 283,200
Training Center Management-DB 55,000 46,954
Quality Assurance-DB - 68,700
NVQ 5 for TVET Trainers-DB 1,925 445,460
Visiting Lecture Fees -
B.Tech Software Technology-Part Time - 229,205
B.Tech Software Technology-Full Time 28,000 118,453
B.Tech Network Technology-Part Time - 49,330
B.Tech Network Technology-Full Time 28,000 46,064
B.Tech Building Service Technology-Part Time 22,500 376,355
B.Tech Building Service Technology-Full Time 67,500 166,480
B.Tech Mechatronics Technology-Full Time 30,000 170,192
B.Tech Mechatronics Technology-Part Time 109,200 353,644
B.Tech Multimedia Technology-Part Time - 210,906
B.Tech Multimedia Technology-Full Time 28,000 186,692
B.Tech Film & Tele.Production Technology-Full Time - 2,520
B.Tech Industrial Management-Part Time - 102,675
B.Tech Industrial Management-Full Time - 40,520
B.Tech Construction Technology & Resource Management-Full Time 228,750 119,750
B.Tech Construction Technology & Resource Management-Part Time 141,750 365,545
B.Tech English Language Teaching-Full Time - 4,500
B.Tech English Language Teaching-Part Time - 157,820
B.Tech Quantity Surveying Full Time - 5,570
B.Tech Quantity Surveying-Part Time - 432,750
B.Tech Manufacturing Technology-Part Time 7,200 249,282
B.Tech Manufacturing Technology-Full Time 7,500 237,852
B.Tech Food Technology-Part Time 307,125 489,105
B.Tech Food Technology-Full Time 356,600 51,490
B.Tech Hotel Management-Part Time - 177,750
B.Tech Media Art Production-Full Time - 114,000
Bachelor of Education in Technology-Full Time - 15,526
Bachelor of Education in Technology-Part Time - 21,039
5,409,285 12,845,126
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Rs. Rs.
Furniture & Fittings - 463,636
Teaching Equipment - 3,508,519
Books - 598,561
Building- Rehabilitation 2,975,773
Computers - 1,354,500
Computers-DB - 5,780,849
Intangible Assets - 549,030
Work in Progress - 13,363,842
Work in Progress-DB - 3,001,809
Stock in Hand 1,500 909,080
Publicity(Advertising) - 134,385
Miscellaneous - 930
1,500 32,640,914
5,410,785 45,486,040
Other Liabilities
Salary 34,743 201,825
EPF Payable 19,488
ETF Payable 2,923
Payee Tax 91,833 637,755
Withhoiding Tax Payable - 129,533
Receipts in Advance 10,489,641 -
Retention 12,608,816 13,798,845
Provision for Audit Fees 400,000 300,000
Student's Welfare 1,926,377 1,423,438
Payables-Sundries 27,520
25,601,341 16,491,396
12 Short Term Deposits Refundable
Tender Deposits 1,390,850 1,500,160
Hostel Deposits 84,000 100,000
6,553,850 9,664,160
13 Lease Obligation
Vehicle No:CBH 3320
Lessor : Bank of Ceylon
Lease Agreement No:68100201900274700
Vehicle Type:Honda-CRV
Installement due for 2021 3,152,868 3,152,868
Interest in Suspense
Interest due for 2021 (939,711) (1,189,633)
2,213,157 1,963,235
14 Provision for Gratuity restated
Balance as restated at.01.01.2020 84,398,229 34,207,027

Provision for year 2021 17,621,246 4,947,925
Gratuity payment (2,135,711) (2,075,215)
Under Provision - Gratuity 47,318,492
Balance as at.31.12.2020 99,883,764 84,398,229

15 Long Term Deposits Refundable
Hostel Deposits 751,000 751,000
40,601,000 36,511,000
16 Lease Obligation
Vehicle No:CBH 3320

Lessor : Bank of Ceylon
Lease Agreement No:68100201900274700
Vehicle Type:Honda-CRV
Balance as at 01.01.2020 13,925,167 15,764,340
Installment Paid during the year (3,152,868) (1,839,173)
Balance as at 31.12.2020 10,772,299 13,925,167
Interest in Suspense
Balance as at 01.01.2020 3,166,331 3,964,340
Interest Paid during the year (1,189,633) (798,009)
Balance as at 31.12.2020 1,976,698 3,166,331
Non Current Lease Obligation

Lease Obligation 8,795,601 10,758,836
Interest in Suspense (2,213,157) (1,963,235)
Balance as at 31.12.2020 6,582,444 8,795,601
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Notes to the Financial Statements Rs.
For the Year Ended 31st December
17 Capital Grants
Capital Grant -Technical Education Development Project
Value Adjustment Amortisation Balance
Acqusition of Fixed Assets
Building 13,365,794 7,302,302 6,063,492
Fountain 11,190,627 6,154,845 5,035,782
Computers 15,449,850 291,000 14,533,928 624,922
Office Equipment 44,958,211 43,365,573 1,592,638
Teaching Equipment 174,760,907 161,835,156 12,925,751
Furniture & Fittings 31,558,455 29,318,054 2,240,401
Library Books 10,276,876 9,342,521 934,355
Total 301,560,720 291,000 271,852,379 29,417,341
Capital Grant -Treasury
Value Amortisation Balance
Motor Vehicles 25,150,000 20,645,833 4,504,167
Total 25,150,000 20,645,833 4,504,167
Capital Grant -GOPA
Furniture & Fittings 18,600 17,050 1,550
Total 18,600 17,050 1,550
Capital Grant -Ministry of YASD
Land & Land Improvements 2,361,079 2,361,079
Building 234,528,687 117,179,736 117,348,951
Vehicles 758,245 279,076 479,169
Teaching Equipment 6,018,283 5,763,499 254,784
Computers 79,850 79,850 -
Office Equipment 67,300 - 67,300
Total 243,813,444 123,302,161 120,511,283
Capital Grant -DTET
Land 595,500,000 595,500,000
Building 161,003,908 81,444,600 79,559,308
Office Equipment 80,401 29,252 109,653 -
Plant & Machinery 44,792 44,792 -
Furniture & Fittings 2,890,404 468,802 2,939,497 419,709
Computer 170,432 165,286 5,146
Other Assrts 5,806 5,806 -
Total 773,485,357 498,054 97,726,448 676,256,963
Capital Grant -NORAD Value Adjustment Amortisation Balance
Office Equipment 306,823 111,629 418,452 -
Computer 4,479 4,479 -
Furniture & Fittings 1,086 244 1,249 81
Other Assets 317,986 815 318,531 270
Total 630,374 112,688 742,711 351
Capital Grant -SDP
Office Equipment 1,033,344 294,962 1,155,629 172,677
Computer 1,406,234 (722,518) 652,544 31,172
Furniture & Fittings 865,492 158,888 905,425 118,955
Other Assets 276,160 92,524 368,684 -
Total 19,378,211 (176,144) 18,096,852 1,105,215
Capital Grant -WUSE
Computers 1,263,750 1,263,750 -
Total 1,263,750 1,263,750 -
Capital Grant -Ministry of Finance
Computer 232 11,000 4,124 6,876
Total 11,000 4,124 6,876
Capital Grant -SDD

Work in Progress 155,165,385 155,165,385
Building 21,623,293 2,742,233 18,881,060
Plant & Machinery 5,496,450 2,474,904 3,021,546
Office Equipment 1,322,720 793,632 529,088
Computers 5,780,849 963,475 4,817,374
Furniture & Fittings 537,342 322,405 214,937
Other Assrts 2,002,336 1,869,507 132,829
Intangible Assets-Accounting Software 1,320,000 1,320,000
Total 195,674,374 10,628,090 185,046,284
Capital Grant -GIZ -
Office Equipment 66,000 22,784 43,216
Total 66,000 22,784 43,216
Capital Grant -DAIKIN
Teaching Equipment 1,699,588 383,269 1,316,319
Total 1,699,588 383,269 1,316,319
Deffered Income
Balance as at.01.01.2020 600,822,701 587,909,221
Capital Contribution for the year-Treasury 46,748,500 77,282,010
Amortization/Adj.of Depreciation for the year (58,042,950) (64,368,530)
Balance as at.31.12.2020 589,528,251 600,822,701
Grand Total of Capital Grants 1,607,737,816 1,640,989,558
18 Accumulated Fund restated
Balance as restated at.01.01.2020 (72,887,763) (3,563,532)
Adjustments 3,106,895
Surplus/(Deficit) Transferred from F/P (4,638,179) (25,112,634)
Under Provision - Gratuity (47,318,492)
Balance as at 31.12.2020 (77,525,942) (72,887,763)
19 Other Funds
Library Development Fund 128,700 128,700
University Development Fund 170,485 170,485
Staff Development Fund 3,812 3,812
University Fund - Consultancy Services 316,315 316,315
619,312 619,312
20 Skills Sector Development Grant
Recurrent Contributions 6,033,936 21,461,960
6,033,936 21,461,960
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Rs. Rs.
21 Revenue From Academic Activities
Course fees
National Diploma in Video Production Technology - 400
National Diploma in Technical Teacher Education 20,700 6,000
National Diploma in Non Linear Editing - 400
National Diploma in Television Prog. Production Technology - 15,200
National Diploma in Television Post Production Technology - 400
National Diploma in Quantity surveying - 15,600
20,700 38,000
Consultancy Income
Consultancy Curriculum - 2,000
Consultancy Other 583,750 1,369,972
583,750 1,371,972
Total Revenue From Academic Activities 604,450 1,409,972
22 Direct Expenditure on Academic Activities
Consultancy Payments
Training - 3,036
Others 211,950 273,805
211,950 276,841
Total Direct Expenditure on Academic Activities 211,950 276,841
23 Revenue From Degree Programme 16,606,496 33,083,300
B.ed Tech Degree Programme 276,000 293,200
B. Tech Degree Programme

Software Technology-Part Time 561,800 1,821,400
Software Technology-Full Time 154,200 706,000
Network Technology-Full Time 67,200 636,000
Network Technology-Part Time 597,600 1,517,200
Building Services Technology-Full Time 11,300 504,000
Building Services Technology-Part Time 480,400 1,909,000
Manufacturing Technology-Full Time 22,800 330,000
Manufacturing Technology-Part Time 194,400 852,500
Multimedia Technology-Full Time 26,400 433,200
Multimedia Technology-Part Time 614,400 1,914,100
Mechatronics Technology-Full Time 45,600 365,800
Mechatronics Technology-Part Time 618,800 1,792,800
Food Technology-Full Time 56,000 294,800
Food Technology-Part Time 429,800 1,938,000
Screen Play Film & Television Studies-Part Time 233,200 839,800
Industrial Management-Full Time 6,800 240,800
Industrial Management-Part Time 520,000 1,642,400
Construction Technology & Resources Management-Full Time 10,000 197,600
Construction Technology & Resources Management-Part Time 1,218,800 2,536,600
Quantity Surveying-Part Time 1,111,000 3,028,600
Quantity Surveying-Full Time 12,000
Hotel Management-Part Time - 192,000
Media Arts Production - 80,000
English Language Teaching-Part Time 1,094,000 1,846,400
English Language Teaching-Full Time 82,800 268,600
Application Processing Fees 8,161,196 6,902,500
16,330,496 32,790,100
24 Other Income
Loan Interest 240,606 253,301
Sundries 307,417 1,745,607
Fixed Deposit Interest 4,295,519 4,401,975
Call Deposit Interest 81,627 490,611
Proceeds from Sale of Condemned Assets - 102,460
Overhead Charges 872,170 151,130
Rental of Property -
Use of Premises 90,000 110,000
Lecture rooms - 10,625
Auditorium - 36,562
Quarters 1,521,907 1,447,146
Hostel 234 514,205 1,795,506
7,923,451 10,544,923
25 Amotisation of Deferred Income

Acqusition Of Fixed Assets Treasury TEDP-Grant Treasury - Grant GOPA - Grant Ministry - Grant DTET-Grant NORAD-Grant SDP-Grant SDD-Grant GIZ-Grant DAIKIN-Grant Total
Building 5,214,836 668,290 11,760,723 9,049,400 - 26,693,249
Fountain - 559,531 559,531
Motor Vehicles 6,464,707 - 1,382,500 7,847,207
Computers 7,222,515 - - - - - 963,475 - 8,185,990
Office Equipment 760,614 1,413,772 - 12,935 49,363 130,433 132,272 6,600 2,505,989
Teaching Equipment 11,802,278 3,306,346 50,957 113,155 - 282,026 242,600 - 243,111 16,040,473
Furniture & Fittings 3,590,374 525,386 310 - 51,826 27 17,565 53,734 - 4,239,222
Other Assets 265,860 - - 90 53,867 44,276 - 364,093
Plant & Machinery 10,761,174 - 549,645 - 11,310,819
Library Books 999,508 934,168 1,933,676
Intangible Assets 600,241 600,241
Rehabilitation & Improvement - -
Building 8,882,723 988,254 9,870,977
Main Building 880,058 880,058
Furniture & Office Equipment 538,634 538,634
Plant & Machinery 15,705 15,705
Boundry Walls 43,724 43,724
Total 58,042,951 7,407,493 1,382,500 310 11,811,680 9,227,316 49,480 483,891 2,974,256 6,600 243,111 91,629,588
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Rs. Rs.
26 Employees Cost
Salaries and Wages 113,388,926 107,123,808
Cost of Living allowance 16,120,245 16,812,427
Interim Allowance - 814,495
E.P.F. Contributions 25,526,935 23,966,686
E.T.F. Contributions 6,342,690 5,991,672
VC's Entertainment Allowance 263,692 216,459
Entertainment Allowances 673,119 527,303
Gratuity Payment - 29,178
Other Allowances 574,000 1,302,175
Overtime 2,292,213 6,211,490
Holiday Payment 177,089 382,962
Allowances - Governing Council 745,000 258,000
Allowances - Transport 191,300 250,846
Allowances - Staff Transport 3,148,280 2,000,000
Allowances - Other Meeting 122,000 148,500
Academic Allowance 51,389,097 56,160,185
Research Allowance 11,208,542 12,015,448
Special Allowance - 1,211,667
Additional Allowance 20,494,491 19,182,084
Monthly Compensatory Allowance 30,029,495 25,328,968
Adjustment Allowance - 831,076
282,687,114 280,765,429
27 Travelling Expenses
Domestic
Travelling Expenses 16,957 66,856
Foreign
subsistance allowance - 22,000
Incidental - 254,609
Warm Cloth Allowance - 17,627
Others - 35,918
16,957 397,010
28 Supply and Requisites
Stationery 1,698,713 2,694,920
Office Machines Consumables 1,499,839 1,719,565
Fuel Allocation(Vice Chancellor) 381,026 303,892
Fuel Allocation(Director General) 249,100 239,850
Fuel Allocation(Dean Faculty of TT) 197,280 192,120
Fuel Allocation(Dean Faculty of FIVT) 180,805 192,120
Fuel Allocation(Dean Faculty of ICT) 185,613
Fuel Allocation(Dean Faculty of IT) 185,613
Fuel Allocation (Pool Vehicles) 552,025 1,187,372
Fuel Allocation ( Generator) 158,080 585,376
Fuel Allocation ( Director Media) - 61,320
Fuel Allocation ( Director Finance) 197,280 191,880
Fuel Allocation ( Director AAQ) 197,280 192,120
Uniforms 104,000 120,000
Medical Supplies - 17,060
Miscellaneous Consumables 372,081 1,001,624
6,158,735 8,699,219
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Rs. Rs.
29 Repairs and Maintenance of Assets
Vehicles
WPKH 6725 67,000 54,559
301-1501 79,218 47,170
19-6866 300 150
62-3743 29,305 178,986
62-4816 800 90,012
NA-2503 61,739 224,079
Ko-4860 48,557 105,075
KR1801 76,402 247,031
KR-7781 17,466 113,475
NB-3149 134,004 363,085
ND-5057 43,747 27,130
CBH3320 29,772 48,314
Plant, Machinery and Equipment

Computers & Accessories 861,227 758,825
Photocopiers, Air Conditioners & Lift 2,496,999 2,951,353
Teaching Equipment 50,200 640
Office Equipment 186,575 27,140
Others 1,127,535 170,595
Buildings and Structures
Faculty of Training Technology 20,000 -
Studio - 13,596
Hostel 20,000 25,313
Staff Quarters 108,825 886,643
Others 1,138,224 601,816
6,597,895 6,934,987
30 Services
Transport
Vehicle Hire 14,600 15,066
Postage 92,796 163,910
Telephones 1,626,230 1,536,730
Internet Service 7,506,812 6,526,307
Legal Charges 323,615 631,250
Stamps For Receipts 230 -
Postal & Commu.-Others - 450
Electricity 8,448,793 12,590,691
Water 972,225 1,706,246
Taxes 33,555 61,243
Insurance & Registration Fees 640,255 607,485
Curriculum Development 35,015 148,475
Visiting Lecture fees 15,182,467 30,949,212
Cooperate Social Responsibility 800 461,046
Learning Material 76,416 163,071
Award Ceremonies/Convocation (27,860) 2,578,900
Publicity (advertising) 830,580 4,625,173
Staff Development 131,500 717,990
Publications - 173,600
NewsPapers & Periodicals 230,562 321,956
Functions & Donations - 4,900
Janitorial Service 7,873,198 9,206,001
Security Service 8,767,909 11,001,276
Meals to Participants 774,083 1,187,089
Exhibitions 172,740 2,338,522
Examination Charges 408,215
Research 123,875 782,361
Translation 130,255 104,080
Membership 866,491 173,017
Software Updating - 941,905
Financial & Other Charges 1,194,255 798,309
Audit Fees 382,600 969,403
Industrial Training 4,275 27,009
Social Marketing - 137,838
Miscellaneous 131,851 663,444
237 56,948,338 92,313,955

Rs. Rs.
31 Depreciation & Amortisation
Depreciation - Acqui.of Fixed Assets
Buildings 27,131,964 27,438,137
Fountain 559,531 559,531
Motor Vehicles 5,782,795 4,780,447
Lease Vehicle 2,989,413 1,539,752
Computers 8,185,989 12,742,449
Furniture and Fittings 4,260,823 4,895,468
Office Equipment 2,535,416 3,380,545
Teaching Equipment 16,046,989 25,820,579
Books 1,933,825 1,499,792
Plant & Machinery 11,387,723 15,551,119
Other Assets 391,337 1,516,068
81,205,805 99,723,887
Depreciation -Reha.of Fixed Assets
Buildings 9,872,717 8,603,462
Main Building 880,058 880,058
Furniture & Office Equipments 538,634 538,634
Plant & Machinery 15,705 15,705
Other Assets - 52,892
Boundry Walls 43,724 43,724
11,350,838 10,134,475
Total Depreciation for the Period 92,556,643 109,858,362
Amortisation
Amortisation - Acqui.of Fixed Assets
Intangible Assets 600,241 381,556
Amortisation - Reha.of Fixed Assets
Intangible Assets - 1,133,333
Total Amortisation for the period 600,241 1,514,889
Total Depreciation & Amortisation for the period 93,156,884 111,373,251
32 Operating Expenses -SSD
Short Courses for Academics 130,306 291,654

Assessor Training 179,753 1,822,641
NVQ 5 for TVET Trainers 1,105,215 1,337,329
Curriculum Development 1,621,960 1,625,400
Quality Assurance Unit 279,106 552,581
Social Marketing 303,960 3,912,840
Postgraduates 1,054,742 1,391,340
Obtain Recognition-IESL 55,000 376,430
Consultancy Payments -UC - 3,042,795
Cell Member Fees 996,860 1,167,184
Teacher Training Programme - Internal 300,034 4,267,339
Teacher Training Programme - External 7,000 1,674,427
Total Operating Expenses 6,033,936 21,461,960

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National Audit Office
My No:-VTY/B/UVT/FA/2020 Your No:- Date:- 02 April
2021
Vice Chancellor,
Report of the Auditor General in accordance with section 12 of the National Audit Act No.19
of 2018 on financial statements and other legal and regulatory requirements for the year
ended as on 31 st December 2020 of the University of Vocational Technology.
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The above report is attached herewith.
W.P.C Wickramarathna
Auditor General
Copies
1. Secretary : Ministry of Education

2. Secretary : Ministry of Finance
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National Audit Office
My No:- VTY/B/UVT/FA/2020 Your No:- Date:- 07 April 2021
Vice Chancellor,
Report of the Auditor General in accordance with section 12 of the National Audit Act No.19 of
2018 on financial statements and other legal and regulatory requirements for the year ended as
on 31 st December 2020 of the University of Vocational Technology.
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1. Financial statements
1.1 Opinion
The audit of financial statements of the University of Vocational Technology for the year ended
31st December 2020 compromising the statement of financial position as at 31st December 2020
and the statement of financial performance, statement of changes in net asset change and cash
flow statement for the year then ended and a summary of significant accounting policies and
other explanatory information was carried out under my direction in pursuance of provisions in
article 154 (1) of the constitution of the Democratic Socialistic Republic of Sri Lanka read in
conjunction with section 47 (2) of the University of Vocational Technology as amended with
article 154 of the constitution to be read as per the audited under my direction in terms of the
Universities of Vocational Technology act article 154 (6) of the constitution the report will be
tabled in parliament in due course.
In my opinion, the financial statements give a true and fair view of the financial position of the
University of Vocational Technology as at 31st December 2020 and its financial performance and
cash flow for the year then ended in accordance with the Sri Lanka public sector accounting
standards.
1.2 The basis for opinion

I have conducted the audit in accordance with the Sri Lanka Audit standards.
1.3 Other points included in the University's Annual Report- 2020

Other information which is included in the Annual Report 2020 of the University of Vocational
Technology, which included after the date of this audit report, but the financial statements and
information are not included in my audit report on that. Therefore Management is responsible for
this other information.My opinion on financial statements does not cover any other information
and I do not express any opinion which is a guarantee of that.
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My responsibility is to read financial publication and identifying other information which are
available and consider whether other information is quantitatively compatible with financial
publications or audit.
When consider about the universities’ annual report 2020, if found the conclusion is to be
quantitatively erroneous when reading the, those matters should be communicated to the
governing parties. If there are further misconducts, In accordance with Article 154 (6) of the
Constitution, they will be included in the table of Parliament in due course.
1.4 Responsibilities of the parties who are managing and controlling the financial
statements
It is the responsibility of the management to prepare and present these financial statements in
accordance with the accounting standards of the Sri Lankan public sector and to determine the
internal controls required to prepare financial statements which are free from material
misstatement whether due to fraud or errors.
Management is responsible for determining the university’s ability to sustain itself in the
preparation of financial statements, and management also maintains accounting and disclosure
matters related to the continued existence of the university, unless the management intends to
liquidate the university or discontinue operations.
Responsibility for the financial reporting process of the university rests with the governing
parties.The university shall maintain proper books and records on its income, expenditure, assets
and liabilities so as to be able to prepare annual and periodical financial statements in accordance
with sub section of the National Audit Act No. 19 of 2018.
1.5 Responsibilities of the Auditor in relation to the auditing of financial statements.
As a matter of fact, my aim is to provide a fair proof that there are no quantitative
misrepresentation caused by financial statements frauds and errors, and to issue an auditor’s
report that includes my opinion. Fair certification is a high level of certification, but auditing in
accordance with Sri Lanka Audit Standards does not always guarantee that it will be adequately
disclosed by disclosure, and fraudulent and erroneous individual or collective pressures may
result in quantitative disclosures based on these financial statements. It is expected to have an
impact on the economic decision made by users.
I conducted the audit in accordance with the Sri Lanka Audit Standards with professional
judgment and professional skepticism.Appropriate audit procedures were designed and
implemented from time to time to identify and assess the risk of quantitative misrepresentations
in financial statements due to fraud or errors in formulating the basis for the published audit
opinion. The effects of fraud are far greater than the effects of quantitatively accurate statements
made by error, such as by deliberate misrepresentation by deliberate misdirection or by evasion
of internal control.
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An understanding of internal controls was gained in order to design appropriate audit circuits
from time to time, though not with the intention of expressing an opinion on the internal control
efficiency.
Assessed the fairness of the accounting policies and accounting estimates used and the relevance
of the relevant disclosures made by management
Based on the audit evidence obtained as to whether there is a quantitative uncertainty about the
continued existence of the university due to events and circumstances, the relevance of the
institution to the use of the basis of continuity for accounting was determined. Should be done
and if that disclosure is not sufficient then my opinion should be modified however continued
existence may end on future events or circumstances.
The structure and content of the financial statements were evaluated and the transactions and
events on which they were based were evaluated to be appropriate and reasonable in the financial
statement.
Important audit findings identified during my audit informed the governing parties of major
internal governance weaknesses and other issues.
2. Reports on other legal and regulatory requirements.

2.1 The national audit act no.19 of 2018 contains special provisions regarding the
following requirements.
2.1.1 I obtained all the information and explanations required for the audit in
accordance with the requirements of section 12 (A) of the National Audit Act
no.19 of 2018, and according to my examination it shows that the university
had maintained proper financial records.
2.1.2 According to the requirement mentioned in section 6 (I) D (III) of the national
audit act no.19 of 2018, the financial statements submitted by the universities
are correspond to the year of issue.
2.1.3 According to the requirement mentioned in section 6 (I) D (IV) of the national
audit act no.19 of 2018, the recommendations made by me during the last year
are included in the financial statements.
2.2 None of my attention was drawn to the following statements in the action taken and
the evidence obtained are limited to quantitative facts.
2.2.1 In accordance with the requirement of section 12 (D) of the National Audit act
No. 19 of 2018 a member of the board of governors of the university may be
involved in any agreement directly or indirectly outside the normal business
situation.
2.2.2 Failure to comply with any applicable written law or other general or special
directives issued by the board of governors of the university other than the
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following observation as required by section 12(F) of the National Audit act
No.19 of 2018.
2.2.3 That the powers of the university have been inconsistent with the functions
and functions as required by section 12(G) of the National Audit Act No. 19
of 2018.
2.2.4 That the university has not procured and utilized the resources in an efficient
and effective manner in accordance with the relevant rules and regulations in a
timely manner as required by section 12(H) of the National Audit Act No.19
of 2018
3. Other matters
 Rs 927.34 million has been approved for the construction of a workshop, hostels
and canteen for the University as per the decision of the Cabinet of Ministers no.
16/2673/720/030 dated on 3rd January 2017. Although Rs. 281.36 million had
been allocated, only Rs. 22.5 million had been spent on consultancy fees and no
action had been taken to start the project by the end of the year under review.
 The contract for the renovation of the University faculty building was assign to a
private institution for a sum of Rs. 14 506 548 on 10th September 2016, but by
informing that it will be completed within 60 days and sum of Rs 2 901 285 was
take as an advance, Although the work was not completed until the end of the
year under review. The action taken in this regard was not explained to the audit.
 An assistant Lecturer who had taken study leave to go abroad to pursue a
postgraduate degree was considered to have left the service with effect from 01st
January 2013 due to non - reporting after 30th June 2012. Accordingly, the
necessary action had not been taken by the end of the year under review to
recover the bond value of Rs. 1,553,825 due from him.
 Two officers who were not included in the approved staff were hired on contract
basis in the years 2019 and 2020 even without the approval of the Department of
Management Services. Same way an allowance of Rs. 6 944 804 was paid to them
till the end of the year under review.
W.P.C.Wickramarathna
Auditor General
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Answers to the Auditor General's Report for the year ending 31st December 2020 dated 07.04.2021 bearing Audit Query Nos. VTY / B /
UVT / FA / 2020
Number Audit Inquiry Answer

03 Other Facts
As per the decision of the Cabinet of The construction of a university workshop, hostel and restaurant is a Cabinet
Ministers no.16/2673/720/030 dated on decision. All procurement is done by the Ministry. During this period, the
3rd of January 2017, Rs 927.34 million Ministry and the Secretary to the Ministry had on several occasions changed
has been approved for the construction and the procurement process was hampered due to the Corona pandemic.
of a workshop, hostels and canteen for Relevant approval has been received so far and it was proposed to make this in
the university. Although Rs. 281.36 the 2021-2023 medium term budget framework as per the Cabinet
million had been allocated, only Rs. Memorandum. (Annexure No. 01) Also, no funds had been allocated for this
22.5 million had been spent on project during the year under review (2020).
consultancy fees and no action had been
taken to start the project by the end of
the year under review.
The contract for the renovation of the The University faculty building renovation institute has asked for a 403-day
university faculty building was assign to extension of the project due to the corona pandemic. But after analyzing those
a private institution for a sum of Rs. 14 facts, reduced it to 231 days and have estimated the total loss liquidated for the
506 548 on 10th September 2016, but remaining delay and have made arrangements to recover that amount when the
by informing that it will be completed next payment is made. The remaining work is being carried out by the relevant
within 60 days and sum of Rs 2 901 contractors and the project is expected to be completed before the end of the
285 was take as an advance, Although second quarter of this year.
the work was not completed until the
end of the year under review. The
action taken in this regard was not
explained to the audit.
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An assistant Lecturer who had taken As per the instructions given in the letter dated 12/8/2020 of the Attorney
study leave to go abroad to pursue a General's Department, the complaint for recovery of money and all the relevant
postgraduate degree was considered to documents were handed over to Mrs. Sumedha Jayaweera Bandara, Attorney-
have left the service with effect from at-Law on 27/8/2020 for filing a case. The Attorney General's Department
01st January 2013 due to non - stated that a separate case should be filed to recover the value of the equipment
reporting after 30th June 2012. owed to him by the university, and that in doing so, the person should present
Accordingly, the necessary action had evidence that the equipment was taken away, and that it would be
not been taken by the end of the year disadvantageous to recover this loss in respect of the legal costs incurred. He
under review to recover the bond value was sued to recover only the value of the bond as pointed out at the time of
of Rs. 1,553,825 due from him. consultation.
Two officers who were not included in The services of academic lecturers and professional lecturers are essential for
the approved staff were hired on the degree courses relevant to the technical disciplines offered by this
contract basis in the years 2019 and University. Due to the limited number of lecturers working in the University,
2020 even without the approval of the the services of individuals who can contribute to the qualitative and quantitative
Department of Management Services. development of degree courses should be sought. Therefore, action was taken to
Sameway an allowance of Rs. 6 944 obtain the services of these consultants on contract basis until recruitment of persons
804 was paid to them till the end of the with competency skills for the vacant posts of Lecturers considering the need for
year under review. service.
Prepared by ……………………… Checked by ………………………………..

R.A.N.D.Rupasingha Nilmini Diyabedanage
Internal Audit Director General
Signed by ……………………………………
Senior Professor Ranjith Premalal De Silva
Vice Chancellor
Date ………………………
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Board of Governors of the University -2020 ............................................................................ 175

Table 5.1: Capacity for Degree Programmes ........................................................................................... 180

Figure 5.1: University Entrance Path ....................................................................................................... 180

Mr. L W S Kularatne Former Dean, Faculty of Education Technology

Ms. T C Mahanama Chief Accountant, Ministry of Higher Education, Technology

Mr. S P Liyanarachchi No. 547, Akuregoda Road, Thalangama South, Pelawatta,

Mr. S L H Gamage Director (Infrastructure), Ministry of Higher Education,

Mr. Ajith Abeysekara Director General, Department of External Resources of the

Eng. K M S B Rekogama Institution of Incorporated Engineers, Sri Lanka (IIESL)

Eng. Jayavilal Meegoda The Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka (IESL)

Mr. S A Liyanage Academic Council Nominee

2. Members of the Academic Council -2020

Dr.D.D.D. Suraweera Dean ,Faculty of Engineering Technology, UNIVOTEC

Eng.(Mrs.)J.K.Kanthi Director ,Admission Accreditation & Quality Assurance,

Professor (Ms.)Shironica P.Karunanayaka Professor in Educational Technology/Dean, Faculty of

Prof.Chandana Jayalath Professor ,Department of Quantity Surveying /FIT

Dr.R.L.W Koggalage Head, Department of Electrical & Electronics Technology/FET

Eng.(Mrs)W.C.C.Sumathiratne Senior Lecturer , Department of Building Services Technology

II. To network with global TVET sector, academia and industry.

III. To be a catalyst in sustainable socio-economic development of the country.

 To provide extension courses on continuing professional development.

Figure 5.1: University Entrance Path

4.1 Capacity for Degree Programmes

4.2 Capacity for Diploma Programmes

4.3 Facilitation for Students

4.3.1 Student Services Unit & Technical Services Unit

Student Services Unit Technical Services Unit

 Maintenance of personal records  Allocation of class rooms and laboratories

Full Time Student 1130

Staff of the Library

Director Media and Information Services- 01

 Electronic Library was established with 20 amounts of new computers.

4.3.3 Hostel Facilities

5.2 Inauguration Ceremony For the student intake 2020/2021

Table: 5.5: Total Student population

Batch Total 40 163 165 135 181 214 186 186

5.4 Visiting Lecturers in 2020

5.5 Exemptions granted for B. Tech Students

5.6 Work Based Industrial Training

5.7 Faculty Board Meetings

6.2 Faculty of Education-Our Reaction to COVID 19

The steps were as follows:

Table 6.1 : Student Intake 2016 - 2019

6.3 Examinations Conducted by the Faculty in 2020

Table 6.2 : Examination Details-2020

6.4 General Convocation - 2020

Table 6.3 : Convocation

Academic Staff of the Faculty involved in Implementation of Degree Programmes in – 2020

5. Final Year Projects

2. Dr. J K C Dissanayake B. Ed. (ELT) 1. Poetry

4. Ms. Y G. Padma Shanthi B. Ed. Tech 1. Career Guidance and Counselling

5. Mrs. Y S Manatunge B.Ed.(ELT) 1. Educational Psychology

6. Ms. L H D L Ranasuriya B.Tech. (ICT)) 1. Language Testing and Evaluation

7. Ms. J A M B Karunaratne B.Ed. (ELT) 1. Communication Skills in English I & II

8. Ms. A A Gunawardhana B.Ed.(ELT) 1. Communication Skills in English

3. Introduction to English Language

5. Industrial Exposure Supervision