ISHRAE TKMCE Student Chapter
Welcome to the ISHRAE TKMCE Student Chapter — a dynamic platform that brings together passionate engineering students to explore the evolving world of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC&R).
We are affiliated with the Indian Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ISHRAE), a premier national organization founded in 1981 to promote technical excellence, innovation, and sustainability in HVAC&R.
At TKM College of Engineering, our ISHRAE chapter focuses on building industry-academia bridges, nurturing technical competency, and fostering sustainability-driven innovation through workshops, seminars, webinars, industrial visits, competitions, and research-based activities
About the TKMCE Student Chapter
The ISHRAE TKMCE Student Chapter was established with the vision of equipping students with practical skills and industry exposure in HVAC&R technologies.
Our mission is to:
- Develop strong technical foundations in HVAC&R systems
- Promote sustainable energy solutions and green technologies
- Build leadership, teamwork, and communication skills
- Connect students with industry professionals and research communities
Through active engagement in national exhibitions, technical talks, competitions, and industrial visits, our student chapter helps bridge the gap between theory and real-world applications
Executive Committee
2024–25
- President: Aswin Sasidharan
- President Elect: Satvik G
- Secretary: Faheem Ameen
- Joint Secretary: Abishek S
- Treasurer: Akshay Ashok
- Documentation Head : Gautham Sen
- Program Head : Farhan Dileep
- Technical Head: Devadath R S
- Media Head: Redwan Abdul Rahim
- Design Head: Stervin G Solomon
- Publicity Head: Abaan Pallikkadan
- Membership Head: P. S. Souparnika
- Alumni Coordinator: Deepak Anilkumar
2023–24
- President: Godwin Francis
- Secretary: Faheem Ameen
- Treasurer: Ayush Jayaraj
- Documentation : Sarath S S, Gautham Sen
- Program : Gokul G, Farhan Dileep
- Technical : Aravind R, Devadath RS
- Media : Thomas M, Akshay Ashok
- Design : Stervin G, Rahul Samjith
Major Events & Activities
2024–25 Highlights
- ACREX India 2025 – Bangalore (Feb 20–22, 2025)
South Asia’s largest HVAC&R exhibition featuring AI-enabled systems, sustainable refrigerants, and global innovations.
- Talk Session – “Ignite Your Future” (July 3, 2024)
By Noushad Hussain M on sustainable HVAC practices and career prospects.
- Webinar – Indoor Air Quality & Health (Aug 26, 2024)
By Akshay M.V. (Blue Star Ltd.), focusing on IAQ’s health impact and post-COVID ventilation systems.
- Talk – Low GWP Refrigerants (Dec 28, 2024)
Alumni session by Sarath S.S. (Kookmin University) on sustainable refrigerant technologies.
- Career Talk – “Unlock the Power of HVAC” (Feb 1, 2025)
By Mohammed Imran (Johnson Controls India) on HVAC career paths and opportunities.
- CFD Add-on Courses (Jan & Mar 2025)
Sessions by Reby Roy and Sreejan M on ANSYS Fluent, turbulence models, and simulation practices.
2023–24 Highlights
- Reinstallation & Orientation Ceremony (Oct 4, 2023)
Formal induction of the new Execom with expert talks by industry leaders like Er. Shafi (L&T) and Dr. Rijo Jacob.
- REFCOLD India 2023 – Chennai (Oct 12–13, 2023)
Student representatives participated in South Asia’s largest HVACR exhibition.
- Talk Session – “Venture into Ventilation” (Nov 23, 2023)
Technical talk on HVAC fundamentals and air quality management.
- Industrial Visit – Trivandrum International Airport
47 students explored large-scale HVAC operations, chillers, AHUs, and safety mechanisms.
Achievements
- Active participation in ACREX India 2025
- Strong representation at REFCOLD India 2023
- Alumni-led sustainability initiatives on low GWP refrigerants
- Industry collaborations with Blue Star Ltd., Johnson Controls, and HVAC specialists.
- Growth in student participation and membership across departments.
Annual Report
Contact Us
📧 Email: ishraetkmce1@gmail.com
🌐 Website: https://ishraetkmce.weebly.com
📍 TKM College of Engineering, Kollam, Kerala, India – 691005