Name: Mr. RPS Kathriarachchi
Position: Senior Lecturer Grade II
E-mail: pathum@kdu.ac.lk
Mobile: 0710-384858
Qualifications
Teaching Areas
Research Interests
Awards & Grants
Involvement with Other Organizations
Executive & Other Positions
Publications
Working Experience
Graduate Supervision
Other Responsibilities
Qualifications
- PhD reading University of Sri Jayawardanapura, Sri Lanka
- MSc In Information Technology Management University of Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
- BSc (Hons) In Computer Networks, University of Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
- Member of British Computer Society (MBCS)
- Member of CSSL (MCS)
- CISCO CCNA Qualified
- CISCO ITE Qualified
- International Computer Driving License qualified – ICDL certified
Teaching Areas
- Computer Networks
- Computer Hardware
- Information and Data security
- Computer Security
- Network Security
- CISCO CCNA and CISCO ITE
Research Interests
- Internet of Things
- Computer Networks and security
- IT/IS Security
- GPS
- Cloud Computing
- NLP and Machine language
Awards & Grants
- Instructor Excellence Advanced 2019
- CISCO Networking academy – Star performer – 2018
- Instructor Excellence Expert 2018
- CISCO 5 Years of Service 2018
- CISCO Networking academy – Star performer – 2017
- Instructor Excellence Expert 2017
- Instructor IoT 2017
- Instructor Excellence Advanced 2016
- Instructor IoT 2016
- CISCO Networking academy – Star performer – 2016
- Advanced Level instructor excellence – 2014
- Master of Science in Information Technology University of Wolverhampton 2014 – Merit pass
- BSc in Computer Network University of Wolverhampton March 2012 – First Class
- BSc in Computer Network University of Wolverhampton March 2012 – Batch Top
- NCC International Advance Diploma In Computer Studies 2008 March – Regional Higher Achiever
- NCC International Advance Diploma In Computer Studies 2008 March – Roll of Honour Award
Involvement with Other Organizations
- University of Kelaniya
- SLIIT
- University of Moratuwa
- University of Ruhuna, University of Rajarata
Executive & Other Positions
- Head of the Department at Department of Information Technology (2018 September – 2022 February ), Faculty of Computing, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, Sri Lanka
- IT Systems Manager – IDM Computer Studies (pvt) Ltd – 2012
Publications
Editorial Work
- KDU Newsletter
Referred Journal Articles
- FOC-IJRC Vol 1: Iss 1
Conference Papers
- Maduranga, M.W.P, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S, (2023) Quad-band GSM/GPRS Enabled Low-Power Sensor Node Design for Outdoor IoT Applications, 3rd International Research Conference of Sri Lanka Technology Campus (SLTC), Sri Lanka.
- Rajapaksha KC, Kathriarachchi RPS and Wijesinghe, P.R.D. (2023) A Web Based Learning system for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test in Sri Lanka. – 16 International Research Conference KDU 2023, September 2023, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana, Sri Lanka.
- Anuradha, K, Lakshan D.P.M, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2022) Ruminations, and Bioethics on AI for Humanity – A Review. 6th SLAAI – International Conference on Artificial Intelligence 2022, December 2022, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka
- Lakmal, H.K.I.S, Weerasinghe, Y.S.P, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S, Maduranga, M.W.P (2022) Machine Learning Based Mobile Robot Localization in Indoor Environments, 15 International Research Conference KDU 2022, September 2022, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana, Sri Lanka
- Jayasuriya, J.A.S.V, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S, Vidanagama, D.U (2022) Challenging Issues of Railway Ticketing System of Sri Lanka, 15 International Research Conference KDU 2022, September 2022, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana, Sri Lanka
- Maduranga, M.W.P, Ganepola, D, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2021) Comparison of Trilateration and Supervised Learning Techniques for BLE Based Indoor Localization. 14 International Research Conference KDU 2021, September 2021, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana, Sri Lanka
- Wijesingha, P.R.D, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2021) Role of Workplace Cyber Incivility and Personality Traits on Employee Knowledge Sharing Behaviour. 14 International Research Conference KDU 2021, September 2021, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana, Sri Lanka
- Anuradha, K, Lakshan D.P.M, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2020) A Study on the Ayurveda Plant Recognition for Remedial Medications Using Image Processing Techniques. 13 International Research Conference KDU 2020, October 2020, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana, Sri Lanka
- Ranasinghe, G.G.A, Kumarasinghe, K.H.N.K, Somasiri, A.H.M.D, Wehella, R.T, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2020) Use of Distance Learning Technologies Efficiently in a Crisis/Pandemic Situation.13 International Research Conference KDU 2020, October 2020, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana , Sri Lanka
- Narasinghe, N, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S, Maduranga, M.W.P (2020) IoT based Health Monitoring and Activity Detection for Elderly Care. 13 International Research Conference KDU 2020, October 2020, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana , Sri Lanka
- Thalawattha, T.A.S.T, Rodrigo, P.H.W.K.T.R, Dissanayake, D.M.D.I, Jayasinghe, K.N, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2020) A comprehensive overview on fortification of IoT (Internet-of-Things): Recent Advancements and Challenges. 13 International Research Conference KDU 2020, October 2020, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana, Sri Lanka
- Weerasinghe, W.P.H.N, Vidanagama, D.U, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2020) Probabilistic model for predicting the probability of no-show in appointments of beauty parlors . 13 International Research Conference KDU 2020, October 2020, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana , Sri Lanka
- Senevirathne, L.B.L, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2020) IoT Based Learning Enhanced Smart Parking Management System: A Smart City Initiative. 13 International Research Conference KDU 2020, October 2020, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana, Sri Lanka
- Abesooriya, M.L, Ramanayake, M, Dissanayake, U, Hashani, K, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2020) The internet of things for health care a comprehensive survey for state-of-the-art architecture. 13 International Research Conference KDU 2020, October 2020, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana , Sri Lanka
- Ekanayake, N.K, Weerasinghe, H.N, Karunarathne, H.M, Perera, P.L and Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2020) Secure Online Families: A Study on The Safety of Children within Cyberspace. The Ninth International Conference on Advancement of Development Administration 2020 Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies (The 9th ICADA 2020 SSIS) Theme: “Development toward Asianization in the Digital Era.”Bangkok, Thailand.
- Ekanayake, N.K, Weerasinghe, H.N, Karunarathne, H.M, Perera, P.L and Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2020) Updated Framework for a Smart, Secure and Convenient Online Banking in Sri Lanka. The Ninth International Conference on Advancement of Development Administration 2020 Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies (The 9th ICADA 2020 SSIS) Theme: “Development toward Asianization in the Digital Era.”Bangkok, Thailand.
- Anuradha, K, Lakshan D.P.M, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2020) Identification of Ayurveda Herbaria by Image Processing of Leaf samples. The Ninth International Conference on Advancement of Development Administration 2020 Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies (The 9th ICADA 2020 SSIS) Theme: “Development toward Asianization in the Digital Era.” Bangkok, Thailand.
- Weerasinghe, W.P.H.N, Ekanayake, W.W.M.N.S.B, Wijekoon, E.M.N.K, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S, Wanniarachchi, W.A.A.M, Wijayarathna, W.M.S.R.B (2019) A Comparative Study of Private and Public Sector E-Banking in Sri Lanka: Analysis of Critical Success Factors. 12 International Research Conference KDU 2019, September 2019, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana , Sri Lanka
- Fernando, W.A.A.M, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2019) IoT Based Smart Solution for Waste Collection and Recycle. 12 International Research Conference KDU 2019, September 2019, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana , Sri Lanka
- Shanaka, S.F, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2019) Hand Gesture Recognition and Voice Conversation System for Dumb People: Sri Lanka Military. 12 International Research Conference KDU 2019, September 2019, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana , Sri Lanka
- Abeykoon, R.M.K.D.L.B, Udara, T, Ganepola, A.D, Fernando, W.A.A.M, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S, Vidanagama, D.U (2018) Impact of Adoption of Homomorphic Encryption: Security Enhance Guideline for Sri Lankan Military System. Eleventh International Research Conference KDU 2018, September 2018, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana , Sri Lanka
- Anjana, K.K.V.S, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S, Kulasekara, D.M.R (2018) Internet of Things based Falls Detection and Heart Attack Detection System for Adults : SMART Wearable. Eleventh International Research Conference KDU 2018, September 2018, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana , Sri Lanka.
- Galahitiyawa, V.O, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2018) A Review of Mobile Technology for Teaching and Learning Mathematics. Eleventh International Research Conference KDU 2018, September 2018, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana , Sri Lanka.
- Halwatura, H.A, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2017) An infrastructure service suggestion system for data communication network : Local area network. Tenth International Research Conference KDU 2017, August 2017, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana , Sri Lanka.
- Weerasinghe,Ldsb, Hettige, B, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S, Karunananda, A.S (2016) Resource Sharing in Distributed Environment using Multi-agent Technology. Tenth International Research Conference KDU 2017, August 2017, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana , Sri Lanka.
- Halwatura, H.A, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2016) Mental Attitude of Ransomware among BYOD users: Awareness Framework in Sri Lanka. Ninth International Research Conference KDU 2016, 08-09 Sep 2016, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana , Sri Lanka.
- Weerasinghe,Ldsb, Hettige, B, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S, Karunananda, A.S (2016) ITray: Multi-agent Solution for LAN Based File SharingItray. Ninth International Research Conference KDU 2016, 08-09 Sep 2016, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana , Sri Lanka.
- Mithrasena, A.H, Senaviratne, S.J, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2016) Low cost mobile embedded hybrid solution for help blind to see: the development of i can see. Ninth International Research Conference KDU 2016, 08-09 Sep 2016, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana , Sri Lanka.
- Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2016) Internet of Everything: Unlock the Potential fear of Sri Lankan Government Sectors. Ninth International Research Conference KDU 2016, 08-09 Sep 2016, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana , Sri Lanka.
- K Chandrasiri, K, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S , Wanniarachchi, A (2016) Class room management system for effective teaching and learning environment. Ninth International Research Conference KDU 2016, 08-09 Sep 2016, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. Rathmalana, Sri Lanka.
- Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2015) Smart Entrance Tracking Using Artificial Neural Network Technology: A Meta-Analysis on universities in Sri Lanka. ICADA National Institute of Development Administration, Thailand 2015, 28 – 30 May 2015, National Institute of Development Administration (NAIDA), Bangkok, Thailand.
- Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2015) Smart Entrance Tracking Using Artificial Neural Network Technology: A Meta-Analysis on Military bases in Sri Lanka. Eighth International conference KDU 2015, 22 – 23 2015, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, Rathmalana, Sri Lanka.
- Silva, G.G, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2015) Developing a web based model for tailor management system. ICADA National Institute of Development Administration, Thailand 2015, 28 – 30 May 2015, National Institute of Development Administration (NAIDA), Bangkok, Thailand.
- Wijewardena, S, Silva, L.H.S, Jayasuriya, J.A,Gunasekara, A.D.A.I, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2015) Automated system to integrate the phases of scientific research methodology.ICADA National Institute of Development Administration, Thailand 2015, 28 – 30 May 2015, National Institute of Development Administration (NAIDA), Bangkok, Thailand.
- Gunasekara, G.G , Gunasekara, A.D.A.I, Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2015) A smart vehicle parking management solution. Eighth International conference KDU 2015, 22 – 23 2015, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, Rathmalana, Sri Lanka.
- Kathriarachchi, R.P.S (2013) Towards a Feasible IS/IT Architecture for Business by Using Cloud and Green Computing: Set of Guidelines for Strategic Management. Unpublished Thesis :University of Wolverhampton, 2013
Working Experience
- Senior Lecturer Gr II (2018 April– to present) at Faculty of Computing, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, Sri Lanka
- Head of the Department at Department of Information Technology (2018 September – 2022 February ), Faculty of Computing, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, Sri Lanka
- Lecturer (2013 to 2018)– at Faculty of Computing, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, Sri Lanka
- Network administrator (2012 to 2013) – General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
- IT Systems Manager – IDM Computer Studies (pvt) Ltd
- Network administrator – IDM Computer Studies (pvt) Ltd
- Assistant Network administrator – IDM Computer Studies (pvt) Ltd
- More than 20 years of experience in a computer networking environment including In-depth knowledge and experience in enterprise network systems planning, design, configuration, effective network troubleshooting, problem solving skills with software, server, hardware devices, network security and firewall configurations, cyber security and Internet of Things
Graduate Supervision
KDU FOC Intake 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38
Other Responsibilities
- Member of QA
- Member of CRD
- Level Coordinator