Section 17 of The Institutes of Technology Act, 1961
- (1)The Director of each Institute shall be appointed by the Council with the prior approval of the Visitor.
- (2)The Director shall be the principal academic and executive officer of the Institute and shall be responsible for the proper administration of the Institute and for the imparting of instruction and maintenance of discipline therein.
- (3)The Director shall submit annual reports and accounts to the Board.
- (4)The Director shall exercise such other powers and perform such other duties as may be assigned to him by this Act or the Statutes or Ordinances.
Summary
- The Director of each Institute is chosen by the Council after the Visitor gives their approval.
- This person serves as the top leader for both academic matters and the daily operations of the Institute.
- They are responsible for making sure the Institute is run properly and that students are taught well.
- Maintaining discipline among the students and staff is a key part of their job.
- They must provide the Board with annual reports and statements of the Institute accounts.
- The Director also handles any other tasks given to them by the Act or the specific school rules known as Statutes and Ordinances.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Who has the final say in appointing a Director?
The Council makes the appointment, but they cannot do so without the prior approval of the Visitor.
2. What are the main areas the Director is responsible for?
They are responsible for academic standards, the executive administration of the school, and keeping discipline.
3. To whom does the Director report their progress?
The Director must submit their annual reports and financial accounts to the Board of Governors.
4. Can the Director be given tasks not explicitly mentioned in Section 17?
Yes, they must perform any other duties assigned to them by the Act, the Statutes, or the Ordinances.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 17 of The Institutes of Technology Act, 1961, who is responsible for the actual appointment of an Institute's Director?
Q2.What is the primary dual role of the Director as defined in Section 17 of The Institutes of Technology Act, 1961?
Q3.According to Section 17 of The Institutes of Technology Act, 1961, what must the Director submit to the Board of Governors?
Q4.Under Section 17 of The Institutes of Technology Act, 1961, whose approval is mandatory before the Council can appoint a Director?