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Prof. Poonam Sadafal

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Prof. Poonam Sadafal

Assistant Professor | Computer Engineering

Ph.D. Scholar · M.E. in Information Technology · 7.5+ Years of Academic Excellence

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Professional Summary

Assistant Professor with 7.5+ years of teaching experience in Computer Engineering. Expertise in Data Structures, Computer Networks & Security, Cloud Computing, and Blockchain Technology. Strong ability to simplify complex concepts for students with effective communication and academic coordination experience.

Currently pursuing Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University, Pune, while serving as an Assistant Professor at Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Engineering & Innovation, Varale.

Highest Degree Ph.D. (Pursuing)
Current Institution Dr. D. Y. Patil COE & Innovation
Research Area Computer Engineering
Languages English, Hindi, Marathi

Teaching Excellence

Simplifying complex CS concepts with innovative pedagogy and hands-on lab sessions.

Research Focus

Active research in IoT, ML, Blockchain, and Wireless Sensor Networks.

Published Author

Author of "Essentials of Cloud Computing Technology" and 9+ research papers.

Education

Academic Qualifications

Ongoing

Ph.D. in Computer Engineering

Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University, Pune

Currently pursuing doctoral research in Computer Engineering

2013

M.E. in Information Technology

Smt. Kashibai Navale College of Engineering

First Class

2008

B.E. in Information Technology

SRES College of Engineering, Kopargaon

First Class

2005

Diploma in Information Technology

KBP Polytechnic

First Class

Career

Professional Experience

Aug 2018 – Present Current

Assistant Professor

Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Engineering & Innovation, Varale

Internal Test Coordinator NBA Criteria 2 Member Internship Coordinator Project Guide SPPU Exam Coordinator
Feb 2019 – Aug 2018

Assistant Professor

Indira College of Engineering & Management

Teaching Lab Management
Aug 2014 – Oct 2018

Assistant Professor

Sinhgad Institute of Technology & Science

Teaching Result Analysis Mentoring
Aug 2009 – Aug 2014

Technical Assistant

Sinhgad Institute of Technology & Science

Lab Maintenance Technical Support

Subjects Taught

Fundamentals of Programming (FPL-I, II)
Data Structures
Object-Oriented Programming
Software Engineering
Programming Paradigms
Operating Systems
Computer Networks & Security
Cloud Computing
Blockchain Technology
Research

Publications & Research

2025
IEEE Conference

IoT Based Framework for Early Diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease

P. Sadafal

IEEE PuneCon 2025

2025
Journal

Dog Species Identification using Machine Learning

P. Sadafal

Scire Science Multidisciplinary Journal 1(2):195-202

2025
Conference

Enhanced Diabetes Detection using CNN-SVM

P. Sadafal

International Conference

2024
Journal

Currency Detection for Visually Impaired

P. Sadafal

International Journal

2016
Conference

Anycast Technique in WSN

P. Sadafal

Conference

2016
Conference

DRINA: Secure Clustering Algorithm

P. Sadafal

Conference

2013
Journal

Secure Clustering Algorithm for WSN

P.V. Sadafal, R.H. Borhade

Int. Journal of Emerging Science & Engineering

6 Citations
2013
Journal

Secure Routing using Clustering Algorithm

P.V. Sadafal, R.H. Borhade

International Journal of Computer Applications

1 Citation
2013
Conference

Secure Clustering for WSN

P. Sadafal

International Conference

Book Publication

Essentials of Cloud Computing Technology

Publisher: Scientific International Publishing House

ISBN: 978-93-6674-050-8

Registered Copyrights

  • Predictive Maintenance in Industrial Machinery using Machine Learning (Reg No: 12682/2025-CO/L)
  • Currency Detection Application for Visually Impaired People
Professional Development

Certifications & Workshops

Group Photo with Colleagues
Poster Presentation Event
Industry 5.0 & Generative AI Certificate

Industry 5.0 & Generative AI

5-Day Faculty Development Program

Jan 2026
AI and Machine Learning Certificate

Artificial Intelligence & ML

National Level Workshop | SPPU

March 2026
NEP 2020 Certificate

NEP 2020 Orientation

Malaviya Mission Training Programme

June 2025
Modern Agile Principles Certificate

Modern Agile Principles

FDP | VIT Pune & IEEE Pune Section

Dec 2025
Academia-Industry Synergy Certificate

Academia-Industry Synergy

FDP | Vishwakarma Institute of Technology

Jan 2025
Yoga Certificate

Yoga Certificate

International Day of Yoga

June 2025
Registered Copyright Certificate

Machine Learning Copyright

Predictive Maintenance | Industrial Machinery

Reg No: 12682/2025
Expertise

Technical Skills

Programming Languages

C C++ Java

Technologies

Java JSP Servlets

Web Technologies

HTML JavaScript

Databases

MS Access

Operating Systems

Windows UNIX Linux

Tools

Eclipse

Key Responsibilities

Internal Test Coordinator
SPPU Examination PR/OR Coordinator
NBA Criteria 2 Committee Member
Internship Coordinator
Admission Cell Member
Unit Test Coordinator (First Year)
Laboratory Maintenance In-charge
Result Analysis Coordinator
Teacher Guardian (Mentor)
Event & Activity Organizer
Cultural Activity Coordinator
Project Guide for BE Students
Recognition

Achievements & Awards

Best Result in FPL-I

Achieved best result among all STES colleges for three consecutive years (2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17)

2014-15 2015-16 2016-17

Best Result in FPL-II

Achieved best result among all STES colleges for two consecutive years (2014–15, 2015–16)

2014-15 2015-16

Letter of Appreciation

Received Letter of Appreciation from the Principal for outstanding academic contributions and dedication

Contact

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Feel free to reach out for collaborations, research inquiries, or academic discussions.

Address Plot No. 96, Galaxy, Kalpana Housing Society, Varale, Talegaon Dabhade – 410507, Pune
Institution Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Engineering & Innovation, Varale