Mr. D.M. Sarathchandra Bandara

Lecturer

Contact info

bandaradms@is.ruh.ac.lk

About

Mr. D.M. Sarathchandra Bandara received his first degree, B.Sc. (special) in Mathematics from University of Peradeniya in 2010. Further, he has completed his Master of Engineering Degree in Computer Technology in the filed of Elliptic Curve Cryptography from Xiamen University, China in 2018. He joined to Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna as a Mathematics Lecturer by August, 2025 after served following positions;

  • Assistant Lecturer At University of Peradeniya 2010-2012
  • Assistant Lecturer At Wayamba University of Sri Lanka 2012-2014
  • Confirmed Lecturer at Wayamba University of Sri Lanka 2014-2023
  • Assistant Lecturer At University of Peradeniya 2024-2025

Research Areas

  • Linear Algebra
  • Number Theory
  • Cryptography (Elliptic Curves)

Teaching

  • Linear Algebra
  • Ordinary Differential Equations

Publications

Abstract & Extended Abstract

  • Ishara K.M.G.M., Bandara D.M.S., Image Security Method By Combining Of Visual Cryptography And Stegnography, 6th Wayamba University Research Congress, 2022. 43-44.
  • Upekha T.D.K., Bandara D.M.S., Text Encryption And Decryption With Self-Invertible Matrix Generation, 5th Wayamba University Research Congress, 2021, 46-47.
  • Wijesinghe W.A.D.C, Bandara D.M.S., Developing Image Encryption Process Using Self-Invertible Matrix Of Hill Cipher Method, 5th Wayamba University Research Congress 2021, 52-53.
  • Bandara D. M. S, Ekanayake E.M.C.L, Digital Image Encryption Based On Elliptic Curve Cryptography And Multiple Chaotic Systems, Wayamba University Research Congress 2019,19-20.
  • Herath H.M.A.J., Bandara D.M.S., A Survey On Using Facebook As A Teaching And Learning Tool In Universities Of Sri Lanka, Proceeding Of The Wayamba University International Conference-2016, 317.

Journal Publications

  • Bandara D. M. S., Yunqi Lei And Ye Luo, Fingerprint Image Encryption Using A 2D Chaotic Map And Elliptic Curve Cryptography, International Journal Of Computer, Electrical, Automation, Control And Information Engineering, World Academy Of Science, Engineering And Technology. October 2018, Vol. 142(10) 880 – 887.
  • Bandara D. M. S, Ekanayake E.M.C.L, Elliptic Curve Cryptography And Arnold Cat Map On Biometric Images, Global Journal Of Advanced Engineering Technology And Sciences, ISSN 2349-0292, Vol. 5 (12) December 2018, 40-46.

Full Papers

  • Wijethunga A.P., Bandara D.M.S., An Improved Image Encryption Algorithm Based on Chaotic Tent Map, Applied Science, Business & Industrial Research Symposium 13th ASBIRES-2021, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, ISSN 2279-1558, 11-15.
  • Lorence J.K.C., Dharmawardane P.M.N., Bandara D.M.S., Constructing New Formulate for Finding Squares of Positive Integers By Studying Their Own Patterns, Applied Science, Business & Industrial Research Symposium 13th ASBIRES-2021, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, ISSN 2279-1558, 31-35
  • Ishara K.M.G.M., Bandara D.M.S., Forecasting Tea Leaf Harvest of Hill Garden Tea Factory (Pvt) in Galle District, Applied Science, Business & Industrial Research Symposium 13th ASBIRES-2021, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, ISSN 2279-1558, 78-82.
  • Wijesinghe W.A.D.C., Bandara D.M.S., Digital Image Encryption Using Improved Hill Cipher Method, Applied Science, Business & Industrial Research Symposium 12th ASBIRES-2020, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, ISSN 2279-1558, 195-200.
  • Bandara D.M.S., Biometric Image Encryption Using Visual Cryptography, Applied Science, Business & Industrial Research Symposium 12th ASBIRES-2020, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, ISSN 2279-1558, 186-189.
  • Dissanayake M.M.I.S., Bandara D.M.S., Dhanayake S.D., Scheduling Time Table By Using Graph Theory, Applied Science, Business & Industrial Research Symposium 9th ASBIRES-2017, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, ISSN 2279-1558,139-143.
  • Madushani K.P.G., Bandara D.M.S., Karunannanda G.A.C.M., Introducing A House Numbering System, Applied Science, Business & Industrial Research Symposium 9th ASBIRES-2017, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, ISSN 2279-1558, 130-133.
  • Rajapaksha R.M.P.D.T., Appuhamy P.A.D.A.N., Bandara D.M.S., Factor Affecting The Employee Turnover, Applied Science, Business & Industrial Research Symposium 8th ASBIRES-2016, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, ISSN 2279-1558, 56-60.
  • Bandara D.M.S., An Econometric Model, Wayamba Journal Of Management 2014, Dept. Of Business Management, Wayamba University Of Sri Lanka,

Other Contributions

Contributions at Wayamba University of Sri Lanka as a Lecturer (2012-2023):

Followed Certificate Courses:

  • Completed “ Certificate Course on Staff Development” by Staff Development Center, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2014-2015.
  • Participated workshop on “Setting up and maintenance of a Computer Network” Organized by Faculty of Applied Sciences, Wayamba University.
  • Training of Trainers on “Legal Issues on the Conduct of Disciplinary Inquiries/ Investigations” Organized by University Grant Commission (UGC).

Appointments:

  • Content Developer and Lecturer of course ‘Mathematical Theories and Applications on Construction Labour Operations’ on ‘Diploma in Constructive Labour Productivity and Performance Management (DCLPPM)’, Faculty of Technology, Wayamba University.
  • Content Developer of course ‘Linear Algebra for Finance’ for new degree of ‘B.Sc. Honors in Financial Analytics and Risk Management’, Faculty of Business Studies and Finance, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka.
  • Mentor, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2019- 2023
  • Deputy Proctor, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2019-2021
  • Academic Sub Warden Kuliyapitiya Premises, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2014-2016
  • Member of working group for preparation of SER and Member of “Teaching and Learning Group” of Programme Review 2020, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
  • Coordinator of Combined Mathematics Teachers Capacity Development Programme in North Western Province, 2019-2021
  • Member of Organizing Committee of Wayamba International Conference (WinC), Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2014 & 2016.
  • Member of Organizing Committee of ‘Applied Science, Business and Industrial Research Symposium (ASBIRES), Faculty of Applied Sciences, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2016, 2019 & 2020. And Chairperson of sub-committee of ASBIRES 2021 & 2022.
  • Member of organizing committee of 12th Sri Lanka University Games 2016, held on Wayamba University of Sri Lanka.

As a Resource Person (Field of Mathematics):

  • Visiting lecturer in Faculty of Technology, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka 2019-2022
  • Chief Examiner of G.C.E. (A/L) Examination of Combined Mathematics 2019-2022Resource Person of ‘Combined Mathematics Teacher Development Programme’ 2019-2022
  • Resource Person of seminars for school students on Advanced Level Combined Mathematics on North Western Province in several years.
  • Participated to Science Camp 2007-2009 Organized by Science Education Unit, Faculty of Science, University of Peredeniya.

As Reviewer

  • PGIS Research Congress, University of Peradeniya 2021,2022.
  • International Conference of Mathematics and Mathematical Education (ICMME) University of Peradeniya, 2021.

Awards

  • Merit Presenter of Session of Innovations in Applied Sciences, Wayamba University Research Congress, 2019.