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Engineering Chemistry for Civil


CY 1102 BSC 3 0 0 3
Engineering

Course Learning Objectives:

1. To introduce topics about distribution law phase rule, phase diagram


2. To gain the knowledge on fuels, its analysis and determining physical property of
lubricants.
3. To understand potential generation from chemical reaction and corrosion methods
4. To characterize of chemical compounds by using analytical Techniques.
5. To gain knowledge on types of water and problems and solution associated with
water.
6. To understand industrial preparation of commercial materials
Syllabus

UNIT-I: Distribution Law and Phase Rule (10 Hours)


Distribution Law – Nernst Distribution Law – Distribution Coefficient – Explanation and
Limitations of Distribution Law - Modification of Distribution Law – Determination of
Equilibrium Constant from Distribution Coefficient – Applications of Distribution Law
Phase Rule – Terms involved in Phase Rule – Types of Liquids – Derivation of Phase Rule
– Phase Diagrams of One Component System (Water, CO2 and Sulphur systems), Two
Component System – Eutectic Point (Lead Silver System) and three component system.
Applications of Phase Rule

UNIT- II: Fuels & Lubricants (8 Hours)


Fuels - Classification, examples, relative merits, types of coal, determination of calorific
value of solid fuels, Bomb calorimeter, theoretical oxygen requirement for combustion,
proximate & ultimate analysis of coal, manufacture of metallurgical coke, flue gas analysis,
problems. Lubricants - Definition, theories of lubrication, characteristics of lubricants,
viscosity, viscosity index, oiliness, pour point, cloud point, flash point, fire point, additives
to lubricants, Solid lubricants.

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UNIT- III: Electrochemistry and corrosion (10 Hours)


Galvanic cells - Reversible and irreversible cells – Single electrode potential –
Electrochemical series and uses of this series- Standard electrodes (Hydrogen and Calomel
electrodes) - Concentration Cells – Batteries: Dry Cell - Ni-Cd cells - Ni-Metal

hydride cells- Li cells - Zinc – air cells. Corrosion :- Definition – Theories of Corrosion
(chemical & electrochemical) – Formation of galvanic cells by different metals, by
concentration cells, by differential aeration and waterline corrosion – Passivity of metals –
Pitting corrosion - Galvanic series – Factors which influence the rate of corrosion -
Protection from corrosion – Design and material selection – Cathodic protection -
Protective coatings: – Surface preparation – Metallic (cathodic and anodic) coatings -
Methods of application on metals (Galvanizing, Tinning, Electroplating). Fuel cells: -
Hydrogen Oxygen fuel cells – Methanol Oxygen fuel cells

UNIT-IV: Analytical Techniques (12 Hours)


General features of absorption-spectroscopy, Beer-Lambert’s law and its limitations,
transmittance, Absorbance, and molar absorptivity; Single and double beam
spectrophotometers-Application of Beers-Lamberts law for quantitative analysis of - Cr in
K2Cr2O7, Mn in MnSO4- Separation Techniques: Solvent extraction: Principle and
process, Batch extraction, Continuous extraction and counter current extraction, Industrial
Applications. Chromatography: Classification of chromatography methods, Principles of
differential migration Adsorption phenomenon, nature of adsorbents, solvent systems, Rf
values, factors affecting Rf values. High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC):
Principles and Applications. Gas Chromatography (GC): Principles and Applications.

UNIT--V: Water Technology (8 Hours)


Hard water - Reasons for hardness – units of hardness - determination of hardness and
alkalinity - Water for steam generation - Boiler troubles – Priming and Foaming, Scale
formation, Boiler corrosion, Caustic embrittlement - Internal treatments - Softening of
Hard water : Lime – Soda process, Zeolite process, numerical problems based on these
processes and Ion Exchange process. Water use in industry, Industrial water quality
requirements, Classification and characterization of Industrial wastewater, Monitoring of
wastewater flow in industries, Quality and quantity variations in waste discharge.

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UNIT- VI: Industrial Chemistry & Introduction to Nanomaterials and


Nanotechnology (17 Hours)
Glass, Ceramicss, Cement – Classification, ingredients and their role, Manufacture of
cement and the setting process, quick setting cements
Alloys: Classification of alloys, Ferrous and Non-Ferrous alloys, Specific properties of
elements in alloys. Manufacture of Steel (removal of silicon decarbonization,
demanganization, desulphurization dephosphorisation) and surface treatment (argon
treatment, heat treatment, nitriding, carburizing). Composition and properties of different
types of steels
Introduction-Overview-Bottom-up and top-down methods of synthesis-Self-Assembly-
Structure of nanomaterials-Synthesis of nanoparticles: Homogenous nucleation-Types-
Physical and chemical properties of Au nanoparticles
Learning resources
Text Books:
1. Physical Chemistry, Peter Atkins, Julia de Paula, 9th Edition, Oxford University Press,
2011.
2. Chemical Kinetics, Laidler, K. J., 2nd Edition, McGraw-Hill, 1965.
3. Principles of Physical Chemistry, Puri, B. R., L. R. Sharma, M. S. Pathama, Vishal
Publishing Company, 2008.
4. Jain & Jain, Engineering Chemistry, 16th Edition, 2015
Reference Books:
1. L. N. Ferguson, Text Book of Organic Chemistry, 2nd Edition, East-West Press, 2009.
2. Vairam, Engineering Chemistry of Wiley India Pvt. Ltd., edition (second) 2014
3. Shilkha Agarwal, Engineering Chemistry, 2nd Edition, 2019
4. Kapoor, K. L., A Textbook of Physical Chemistry, Macmillan2000.
5. John A. Dean, Van Nostrand Reinhold, Chemical Separation Methods, 1969.
6. Pragati An Introduction to Chromatography, Publishers, 2007.
7. Sastry, M. N., Separation Methods, Himalaya Publications, 3rd Edition, 2005.
8. Finar, I. L., Organic Chemistry, Vol 1, Pearsons, 2002

Web Resoureces:
NPTEL, Chemistry, http://www.nptelvideos.com/chemistry/

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Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to

Identifying factors effecting solubility and extraction method from distribution


CO 1 law. Phase rule enable to classify equilibrium states in terms of phases,
components and degrees of freedom.

CO 2 Analyze fuel property and determine efficiency of different fuels.

Develop ability to construct electrochemical cell and evaluate methods to


prevent corrosion

Isolation and characterize of chemical compound by chromatographic


CO 4
techniques.

CO 5 To gain knowledge about water problems and solution associated with water.

To analyze Glass, ceramics,cement properties and to categorize different


CO 6
types of alloys

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
Assessment Weekly tests Monthly End Semester Total
Tool (In tests Test
semester) (In semester)
Weightage (%) 10% 30% 60% 100%

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MA1101 Differential Equations and


BSC 3-1-0 4
Multivariable Calculus

Course Learning Objectives: The objective of this course is to


1. Discuss the Solutions of first order differential equations
2. Discuss the Solutions of higher order linear differential equations
3. Learn power series representation of functions and its validity

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4. Understand Continuity and differentiability of multi-variable functions and its


applications to discuss maximum and minimum
5. Discuss the convergence Improper integrals and apply Leibnitz rule
6. Setup double and triple integral volume and surface area using

Course Content:
Unit – I (8 Contact hours)

Differential equations of first order and first degree:


Basic concepts, Variable Separable method, homogeneous differential equations, Exact
differential equations, Integrating factor, Differentiable equations Reducible to exact,
Linear differential equations, Bernoulli differential equations.

Unit - II (13 Contact hours)

Linear differential equations of higher order:


Homogenous differentiable equations, Non-homogeneous linear equations of higher order
with constant coefficients with RHS term of the type 𝑒 𝑎𝑥 , 𝑠𝑖𝑛𝑎𝑥, 𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑎𝑥, polynomials in
𝑥, 𝑒 𝑎𝑥 𝑉(𝑥), 𝑥𝑉(𝑥), Method of variation of parameters, Euler Cauchy equation.

Unit - III (8 Contact hours)

Sequences and Series


Definition of Sequences and convergence, Convergence of series, Comparison test, Ratio
test, Root test, Absolute and Conditional convergence, Alternating series, Power series,
Taylor’s and Maclaurin’s series.

Unit - IV (16 Contact hours)

Functions of several variables:


Limit, Continuity and Differentiability of functions of several variables, Partial derivatives
and their geometrical interpretation, Differentials, Derivatives of Composite and Implicit
functions, Chain rule, Jacobians, Derivatives of higher order, Homogeneous functions,
Euler's theorem, and Harmonic functions, Taylor's expansion of functions of several
variables, Maxima and Minima of functions of several variables - Lagrange's method of
multipliers.

Unit - V (5 Contact hours)

Beta and Gamma Function:

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Beta and Gamma functions - elementary properties, differentiation under integral sign, and
differentiation of integrals with variable limits - Leibnitz rule.

Unit – VI (10 Contact hours)

Multiple integrals:
Rectification, Jacobians of transformations, double and triple integrals, computations of
surface and volumes, change of variables in double integrals - integrals dependant on
parameters - applications.

Learning resources

Text book:
1. ERWIN KREYSZIG, ‘Advanced Engineering Mathematics’, Wiley-India, 9th Edition

Reference Books:
1. TOM M. APOSTAL,’ Calculus, Volume II’, Wiley-India, Second Edition,
2. R. K. JAIN AND S. R. K. IYENGAR,’ Advanced Engineering Mathematics’, Narosa
Publishers, 3rd Edition.
3. B.S.GREWAL, ‘Higher Engineering Mathematics’, Khanna Publishers, 42nd Edition.

Web resources:

1. NPTEL, IIT- Madras, 08-June-2017, Introduction to ordinary differential equations


URL: https://nptel.ac.in/courses/111106100/12
2. NPTEL, IIT- Kanpur, 15-March-2016, Differential Calculus of Several Variables
URL: https://nptel.ac.in/courses/111104092/11
3. NPTEL, IIT- Roorkee, 22-December-2017, Multivariable Calculus
URL:https://nptel.ac.in/courses/111107108/
4. MatheMagician, 24–April-2017, Calculus - sequences and series,
URL: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJMXXdEk8kMAeBLj14HX0fhe_LypR
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5.RGUKT Course Content

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Solve first order differential equations.

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CO 2 Solve higher order linear differential equations.

Check the convergence of infinite series and discuss the power series
CO 3
representation of a function at various points.

Explain limits and continuity, differentiability and partial derivatives of


CO 4 functions of multivariable and solve the extremum problems subjected to
constraints.

CO 5 Apply Leibnitz rule and beta gamma functions to evaluate improper integrals.

CO 6 Evaluate surface area and volume by using double and triple integrals.

For Theory courses only:


Course Nature Theory

Assessment Method

Assessment Weekly tests Monthly tests End Semester Test Total


Tool

Weightage (%) 10% 30% 60% 100%

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Programming and Data
CS1109 ESC 3: 0: 0 3 credits
Structures

Course Learning Objectives


1. To deduce adequate knowledge in programming language and problem-solving
techniques.
2. To develop programming skills using the fundamentals of C Language.
3. To recognize the effective usage of arrays, structures, functions, pointers
4. To implement the memory management concepts.
5. To illustrate the usage of pointers and dynamic memory allocation.
6. Explore Data Structures and its applications.

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Course Content:

Unit- I (5 hours)
Introduction
Computer Hardware, Bits and Bytes, History of Programming Languages, Character Set,
Variables and Identifiers, Built-in Data Types. Operators and Expressions, Constants and
Literals, Simple Assignment Statement, Basic Input/output Statement, Simple 'C' Program,
Conditional Statements and Loops.

Unit – II (6 hours)
Arrays
One Dimensional Arrays, Array Manipulation, Searching, Insertion, Deletion of An
Element from An Array; Finding the Largest/Smallest Element in An Array; Two
Dimensional Arrays, Addition/Multiplication of Two Matrices, Transpose of square
Matrix, Inverse of Matrix, Character Arrays, Multi-dimensional arrays.

Unit – III (8 hours)


Functions
Function Declaration, Function Definition, Function Call, Call by Value, Call by
Reference, Recursion, String Fundamentals, String Handling Functions.

Unit - IV (8 hours)
Structure & Union
Structure Variables, Initialization, Structure Assignment, Nested Structure, Structures and
Functions, Structures and Arrays: Arrays of Structures, Structures Containing Arrays,
Unions.

Unit - V (9 hours)
Pointers
Pointer Type Declaration, Pointer Assignment, Pointer Initialization, Pointer Arithmetic,
Functions and Pointers, Arrays and Pointers, Pointer to Pointers, Dangling Memory,
Dynamic Memory Allocations, Storage Classes.

Unit – VI (10hours)
Data Structures

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Linked List, Double Linked Lists, Stack, Stack Implementation Using Arrays, Stack
Implementation Using Linked List, Queues, tree traversals

Learning Resources:

Text book:
1. ReemaThareja, ‘Data Structures using C’, Oxford Higher Education,2nd Edition.

Reference Books:
1. W. Kernighan, Dennis M. Ritchie, ‘C Programming Language’, Prentice Hall India
Learning Private Limited, 2nd Edition.
2. Balagurusamy, ‘Programming in ANSI C’,McGraw Hill Education India Private
Limited; 7th Edition.
3. Yashavant Kanetkar, ‘Let us C’, BPB Publications,14th Edition

Web resources:
1. Prof Satyadev Nandakumar, NPTEL-IIT Kanpur, 'Introduction to Programming in
C', URL: https://nptel.ac.in/syllabus/106104128/
2. Dr P P Chakraborty, NPTEL-IIT Kharagpur, 'Programming and Data Structures'
URL: https://nptel.ac.in/courses/106105085/4
3. URL: https://www.tutorialspoint.com/cprogramming/

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Illustrate the flowchart and design an algorithm for a given problem and to
develop one C program using Operators.
CO 2 Develop conditional and iterative statements to write C Programs.
CO 3 Describe C Programs that use the arrays and its usage.
CO 4 Exercise user defined functions to solve real time problems.
CO 5 Describe C Programs using pointers and to allocate memory using dynamic
memory management functions.
CO 6 Explore different data structures and understand.

Assessment Method

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Assessment Tool Weekly Monthly tests End Semester Total


tests/Assignments (in semester) Test
(in semester)
Weightage (%) 10% 30% 60% 100%

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Engineering Graphics and


CE 1114 ESC 1-0-3 2.5
Computer Drafting

Course Learning Objective

1. To know about emergence of Engineering Graphics as a refined communication tool


and to be aware of International and national standards of practice for uniform
presentation of drawings.
2. To adopt the projection of three dimensional object orthogonally on a set of vertical
and horizontal planes and obtain the views of the frontal and the top surfaces.
3. To describe the position of a point and position of the line with respect to all the planes
of projection and obtain its views.
4. To learn orthographic projections of various simple plane surfaces in simple and
inclined positions.
5. To know about orthographic projections of right and regular solids in simple positions,
when their axes are perpendicular to one reference plane and parallel to the other.
6. To learn about types of cutting planes and to obtain views of simple solids.
7. To learn about different methodologies to be used for obtaining the two dimensional
layout of the lateral surfaces of uncut solids.
8. To learn about computer aided drafting techniques and to be familiarize with one of the
most powerful software ‘AutoCAD’.

Course Content:

UNIT-I:Introduction to Engineering Drawing (Contact Hours -7)


Introduction to Engineering drawing – Tools and Standards, Geometric Constructions,
Scales, Conics and Special Curves - ellipse, parabola, hyperbola, cycloids, involutes.

UNIT-II- Orthographic projections (Contact Hours -6)

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Introduction to Orthographic Projections,Projections of Points, Projection of Lines.

UNIT-III- Projection of Solids (Contact Hours -8)


Projection of Planes, Projections of Solids cube, prism, pyramid, cylinder, cone and
sphere.

UNIT-IV: Section of solids (Contact Hours -8)


Sections of Solids - cube, prism, pyramid, cylinder, cone and sphere. Development of
Surfaces – Parallel line method and Radial line method.

UNIT-V: Introduction to AutoCAD (Contact Hours - 8)


Computer Aided Design – Introduction to AutoCAD, Co-ordinate System (UCS) and their
Commands, Basic Commands of Drawing and Editing, Dimensioning and Text.

UNIT-VI: Computer Graphics (Contact Hours -8)


Drawing practice with AutoCAD – Creating 2D Drawings of Objects from Isometric
views, Creating Isometric views form Orthographic views and Introductions to 3D
drawings.

Learning Resources:

Textbooks:
1. Bhatt N.D., Panchal V.M. & Ingle P.R., (2014), 'Engineering Drawing', 53rd
Edition, 2014, Charotar Publishing House

Reference books:
1. Shah, M.B. &Rana B.C. (2008), 'Engineering Drawing and Computer Graphics',
Pearson Education
2. Agrawal B. & Agrawal C. M. (2012), 'Engineering Graphics', TMH Publication

Web resources
1. Prof Anupam Saxena, NPTEL-IIT Kanpur, 'Engineering Drawing'
URL: https://nptel.ac.in/courses/112104172/
2. Prof Anupam Saxena, NPTEL-IIT Kanpur, 'Computer Aided Engineering
Design'. URL:https://nptel.ac.in/syllabus/112104031/

Course outcome: After the completion of this course, the student will be able to

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CO 1 Student will be aware of International and national standards of practice.

CO 2 Student will be familiar with obtaining the views of the frontal and the top
surfaces of an object.

CO 3 Student will be aware of orthographic projections of right and regular solids


in simple positions, when their axes are perpendicular to one reference plane
and parallel to the other.

CO 4 Student will know about computer aided drafting techniques and will be
familiar with one of the most powerful software ‘AutoCAD’.

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
Assessment Weekly Monthly tests End Semester Test Total
Tool Charts (3)
Average Best of two Max Marks-40
(Min 8 (Max Marks-
charts) 15)
Weightage (%) 30% 30% 40% 100%

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Engineering Chemistry
CY1182 Practicals for Civil Engineering BSC 0-0-3 1.5

Course Learning Objectives:


At the end of this course, the student will be able to
1. To understand the water quality in terms of hardness
2. To know the concentration of acid/base concentration by using titrations methods
3. To study the physical property of chemical substances
4. Estimation metal concentration in alloys and cement
5. To gain the knowledge on fuels, its analysis and determining physical property of
Lubricants.

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Lab Syllabus
List of Experiments:
1. Determination of temporary and permanent hardness of water using standard
EDTA solution.
2. Determination of Iron by a Colorimetric method using thiocynate as reagent.
3. Determination of pH of the given sample solution using pH meter.
4. Conductometric titrations
a. strong acid and strong base.
b. strong acid and weak base.
5. Potentiometric titrations
a. strong acid and strong base.
b. strong acid and weak base.
6. Determination of density and surface tension of liquids against air
i. Determination of viscosities of pure liquids and solutions
ii. Determination of size of the molecule from viscosity measurements
7. Determination of percentage of copper in brass
8. Determination of percentage of Iron in Cement sample by colorimetry
9. Estimation of Calcium in port land Cement
10. Fuel Characterization:
iii. Flash point, Fire point
iv. Ash content
Reference Books:
1. Chemistry Practical Manual, Lorven Publications
2. K. Mukkanti (2009) Practical Engineering Chemistry, B.S. Publication
3. A Textbook of Quantitative Analysis, Arthur J. Vogel.
4. Dr. Jyotsna Cherukuris (2012) Laboratory Manual of engineering chemistry-II,
VGS Techno Series

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to

CO 1 Ability to judge water quality of different places in terms of hardness.

Estimate unknown concentration of acid/base by using potentiometric and


CO 2
conductometric titration methods.

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Derive the physical characterization like size, surface tension and viscosity of
CO 3
chemical substances

CO 4 Find out concentration in alloys & cement

CO 5 Analyze the physical properties of different fuels

Course Nature Practical


Assessment Method
Assessment Experiments related Record Viva-Voce/ Total
Tool Quiz/MCQ/Lab
(In semester) project
Weightage (%) 20% 10% 10% 40%
Assessment Procedure/Description of the Results Viva-Voce
Tool experiment with relevant
(End semester) information and
Discussion on Results
Weightage (%) 30% 10% 20% 60%

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EG1182 English Language Proficiency Lab-1 HSC 0:1:3 2.5 credits

Objectives:

 The sole aim of the course is to make students effective communicators.


 The focus of this course is on communication skills which cover the four major
language skills, namely, reading, listening, speaking and writing besides
Functional English grammar.
 It will improve the language proficiency of the students in English with emphasis
on LSRW skills
 It will develop the communication skills of the students in both formal and
informal situations.

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Unit 1

THEORY – 1 CREDITS - (1.5HRS CONTACT PERIOD IN A WEEK)

1. “Human Resources” - English For Engineers And Technologists – Theory –


1credit

LABORATORY / PRACTICALS 1.5 CREDITS - (3HRS CONTACT PERIOD


IN A WEEK)

Total contact hours = 13.5 hrs

2. LISTENING
2.1Podcasts – 5

3. SPEAKING
3.1 British Council – A1 –level – Modules 1-5
3.2 ESL conversations – 5

4. READING
4.1Introduction to Reading Comprehension Passages
4.2Types of RC passages
4.3Tactics to tackle RC questions

5. WRITING
5.1Rearrangement of Jumbled Words and Sentences
5.2Format of the Questions

6. Essential English Grammar


6.1 I have to (33)
6.2 Do this/Don’t do that!/ Let’s do this (35)

7. Oxford Interactive laboratory – LSRW software – Compulsory Practice

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Unit 2

THEORY – 1 CREDITS - (1.5HRS CONTACT PERIOD IN A WEEK)

1. “An Ideal Family” -Panorama: A Course on Reading– Theory – 1credit

LABORATORY / PRACTICALS 1.5 CREDITS - (3HRS CONTACT PERIOD


IN A WEEK)

Total contact hours = 13.5 hrs

2. LISTENING
2.1Podcasts – 5 – LISTENING SKILLS

3. SPEAKING
3.1 British Council – A1 –level – Modules 6-10
3.2 ESL conversations - 5

4. READING
4.1. Types of RC passages
4.2. Time saving tactics

5. WRITING
5.1Rearrangement of Jumbled Words and Sentences
5.2Format of the Questions

6. Essential English Grammar


6.1 I used to (36)
6.2 There and it (37-39)

7. Oxford Interactive laboratory – LSRW software – Compulsory Practice

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Unit 3

THEORY – 1 CREDITS - (1.5HRS CONTACT PERIOD IN A WEEK)

1. “Transport: Problems and Solutions”– English for Engineers and


Technologists -Theory – 1credit

LABORATORY / PRACTICALS 1.5 CREDITS - (3HRS CONTACT PERIOD


IN A WEEK)

Total contact hours = 13.5 hrs

2. LISTENING
2.1Podcasts – 5

3. SPEAKING
3.1British Council – A1 –level – Modules 11-15
3.2 ESL conversations - 5

4. READING -
4.1. RC Practice Tests – 5

5. WRITING
5.1 Accuracy Building Zone – Exercises 1 – 5

6. Essential English Grammar


6.1. I do – Do you? – So do I – I don’t (40 -43)
6.2. Is it…? – Have you …? – Do they ….? (44-48)

7. Oxford Interactive laboratory – LSRW software – Compulsory Practice

Unit 4

THEORY – 1 CREDITS - (1.5HRS CONTACT PERIOD IN A WEEK)

1. “ War ”– Panorama: A course on Reading-Theory – 1credit

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LABORATORY / PRACTICALS 1.5 CREDITS - (3HRS CONTACT PERIOD


IN A WEEK)

Total contact hours = 13.5 hrs

2. LISTENING
2.1Podcasts – 5 – LISTENING SKILLS

3. SPEAKING
3.1British Council – A1 –level – Modules 16-20
3.2 ESL conversations - 5

4. READING -
4.1. RC Practice Tests – 6-10

5. WRITING
5.1 Accuracy Building Zone – Exercises 6 – 10

6. Essential English Grammar


6.1 Do you know where ….? (49)
6.2 She said that … He told me that …. (50)

7. Oxford Interactive laboratory – LSRW software – Compulsory Practice

Unit 5

THEORY – 1 CREDITS - (1.5HRS CONTACT PERIOD IN A WEEK)

1. “ Evaluating Technology ”– English for Engineers and Technologists -Theory


– 1credit

LABORATORY / PRACTICALS 1.5 CREDITS - (3HRS CONTACT


PERIOD IN A WEEK)

2. LISTENING

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2.1Podcasts – 5

3. SPEAKING
3.1British Council – A2 –level – Modules 1-5
3.2 ESL conversations - 5

4. READING -
4.1. RC Practice Tests – 1-5

5. WRITING
5.1Accuracy Building Zone – Exercises 11 – 15

6. Essential English Grammar


6.1 Doing – do - to do – (51-55)
6.2 Do – make – have – (57 - 58)

7. Oxford Interactive laboratory – LSRW software – Compulsory Practice

Course outcomes

After the completion of this Laboratory course, the students will be able to
CO 1 Critically analyze a text and be more efficient in comprehensions and
vocabulary.
CO 2 Learn writing effectively.
CO 3 Speak confidently and spontaneously.
CO 4 Present the presentations effectively overcoming stress, fear and anxiety.
CO 5 Build a strong ethical personality.
CO 6 Implementing practically the four skills of English besides competency in
functional English.

References
Textual
1. British Council Face 2 Face Instruction Material
2. Objective English by Edgar Thorpe and Showick Thorpe
3. Oxford Interactive Lab Course
4. English For Engineers And Technologists, published by Orient Blackswan Pvt
Ltd
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5. Non-Detailed Text Book: Panorama – A Course On Reading, published by


Oxford University Press India
6. Raymond Murphy: Essential English Grammar: A Self-Study Reference and
Practice Book (CUP)

Web Resources

1. www.Eslfast .com
2. www.British council.org

Assessment Method
Weightage (%) Internal External Marks Total Marks
Marks
40% 60% 100%
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Programming and Data


ESC 0-0-3 1.5
CS 1189 Structures Laboratory

Course Learning Objective:

1. Understand the basic concept of C Programming and Data Structures, its different
modules that include conditional and looping expressions, Arrays, Strings,
Functions, Structures, Files, Stacks and Queues
2. Acquire knowledge about the basic concept of writing a program
3. Purpose of programming language and its application in problem solving

List of Experiments

Exercise-1: Introduction to C, Conditional Statements and Loops


1. C Program to calculate the sum of Natural numbers.
2. C Program to generate multiplication table of a given number.
3. C Program to display Fibonacci sequence (Up to given number)
4. C Program to Check whether a given number is prime or not
5. C Program to make a simple Calculator using switch case
6. C Program to check whether a number is palindrome or not
7. C Program to display factors of a given number

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8. C Program to print Pyramids, Triangles and various patters using loops

Exercise-2: Arrays and Sortings


1. C Program to find second largest Element of an Array
2. C Program to add two matrix using multi-dimensional arrays.
3. C Program to multiply two matrix using multi-dimensional arrays.
4. C Program to find transpose of a matrix.
5. C Program to Sort Elements of an Array using Bubble sort.
6. Using Insertion Sort, Selection Sort
7. Using Counting Sort, Bucket Sort 8. Check whether two strings are anagram of
each other or not.

Exercise 3: Functions and Recursion


1. C Program to check whether given number is prime or not using user-defined
function.
2. C Program to swap two integer values using call by value and call by reference.
3. C Program to find the factorial of a given number using recursion.
4. C Program to calculate length of string without using strlen() function.
5. C Program to print all permutations of a string (abc, acb, bac, bca, cab, cba)
6. C Program to sort elements in Lexicographical order (Dictionary order) using in
built string functions.
7. Sorting using Merge Sort
8. Sorting using Quick Sort

Exercise-4 : Structues and Unions


1. C Program using structures to read and display the information about a student.
2. C Program to read, display, add and subtract two complex numbers.
3. C Program to read and display the information of a student using nested structure
4. C Program, using an array of pointers to a structure, to read and display the data of
students.
5. C Program to demonstrate arrays of Union variables.
6. C Program using structures to maintain a book library (Book is a structure) which
has following operations print various types of books along with their count, author
details, search a book by author name or book name or publisher.

Exercise-5: Pointers and File Handling


1. C Program to demonstrate, handling of pointers in C.

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2. C Program to access array elements using pointers.


3. C Program to find the sum of n numbers with arrays and pointers.
4. C Program to swap two numbers using pointers and function
5. C Program to find sum of n elements entered by user. To perform this allocate
memory dynamically using malloc() function.
6. C Program to read and write a file.
7. C Program to count number of lines and words.
8. Write a c program to copy a data of file to other file.

Exercise-6: Introduction to Data Structures


1. Write a program to create a linked list and perform insertions and deletions of all
cases. Write functions to sort and finally delete the entire list at once.
2. Write a program to create a doubly linked list and perform insertions and deletions
in all cases.
3. Write a program to perform push, pop and peek operations on a stack.
4. Write a program to implement a linked stack.
5. Write a program to implement a linked queue.
6. Write a program to implement binary search tree insertion.
7. Write a program to implement binary search tree traversals (pre-order, post-order,
in-order).

Course outcome: After the completion of this Laboratory course, the student will be able
to
CO 1 Apply and practice logical ability to solve the problems
CO 2 Understand C programming development environment, compiling,
debugging, executing a program using the development environment
CO 3 Analyzing the complexity of problems, modularize the problems into small
modules and then convert them into programs
CO 4 Understand and apply the in-built functions and customized functions for
solving the problems
CO 5 Understand and apply the pointers, memory allocation techniques and use of
files for dealing with variety of problems
CO 6 Understand and apply the structures and unions concept and solving
problems on the same
CO 7 Understand the basic concepts of stacks, queues and applying the same for
basic problems

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Course Nature Practical


Assessment Method
Assessment Experiments related Record Viva-Voce/ Total
Tool Quiz/MCQ/Lab
(In semester) project
Weightage (%) 20% 10% 10% 40%
Assessment Procedure/Description of the Results Viva-Voce
Tool experiment with relevant
(End semester) information and
Discussion on Results
Weightage (%) 30% 10% 20% 60

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HS 1104 Aptitude and Reasoning MC 2: 0: 0 0

Course Learning Objectives:


1. To enable the students for their competitive exams

2. To enhance their capability in aptitude and reasoning.

3. To develop their reasoning skill.

4. To prepare them for all type of competitive exams

Course Contents:

Unit I: (1.5 hours)

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Number system: Base System, Exponents, Factorials, LCM & HCF, Properties of
Numbers, Remainders, Successive Divisions

Sequence & Series: Arithmetic Progression, Harmonic Progression, Geometric


Progression

Unit II: (8 hours)

Arithmetic: Averages, Clocks & Calendars, Simple Interest & Compoud Interest,
Mixture & Alligations, Percentages, Profit, Loss & Discounts, Ratio & Proportion,
Speed, Time & Distance, Time & Work

Algebra: Binomial Theorem, Complex Numbers, Functions, Higher Degree Equations,


Inequalities , Linear Equations, Logarithm, Quadratic Equations

Unit III: (6 hours)

Geometry: Mensuration, Lines & Angles, Circles, Polygons, Triangles, Co-ordinate


Geometry, Trigonometry

Probability & Statistics: Mean, Median & Mode, Permutation & Combination,
Probability Set Theory & Venn Diagram

Unit IV: (7 hours)

Logical Reasoning: Logical Sequence, Premise, Assumption & Conclusion, Binary


Logic, Blood Relations, Linear & Matrix Arrangement, Seating Arrangement, Coding
& Decoding, Statements & Assumptions Puzzles

Analytical Reasoning: Course of Action Fact, Inference & Judgement, Logical


Deduction, Statement & Assumption, Strong & Weak Arguments, Syllogism

Unit V: (4.5 hours)

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Data Interpretation: Charts (Column, Pie & Bar), Tables Graphs (Line & Area), Venn
Diagram, Data Sufficiency. Reading Comprehension

Unit VI: (3 hours)

Verbal Ability: Cloze Test Error Spotting, Fill in the blanks, Sentence Correction, Word
Usage, Para jumbles, Paragraph Completion, Paragraph Summary

Learning resources

Text book:

1. Sarvesh K Verma, 'Quantitative Aptitude Quantum CAT', arihant publications


2. Arun Sharma, Meenakshi Upadhyay, ' Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension'
, McGraw Hill publications
3. Arun Sharma, 'Data Interpretation', McGraw Hill publications
4. Arun Sharma, 'Logical Reasoning', McGraw Hill publications

Reference books:
1. Nishit K Sinha, 'Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation', Pearson publications
2. Arun Sharma, 'Quantitative Aptitude', McGraw Hill publications

Web resources:

1. https://unacademy.com/
Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to

CO 1 Improve aptitude, problem solving skills and reasoning abilities

CO 2 Improve Verbal ability skills, Data interpretation skills

CO 3 Understand the basic techniques required for solving Reading Comprehension

Familiarize with the written tests of competitive exams, campus placements and
CO 4
PSUs

CO 5 Collectively solve problems in teams and group

CO 6 Adopt and acquire new techniques in solving problem

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Assessment Weekly tests Monthly tests End Semester Test Total


Tool
Weightage (%) Nil Nil 100 100

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PY 1202 E1-Engineering Physics- CE BSC 3-0-0 3

Course Learning Objectives:

1. To learn different optical phenomena shown by light waves related to interference and
diffraction and characteristics of coherent radiations with an example and their
application in specific to optic fiber.
2. To learn about working of LASERS and its applications. To learn about introduction
of optical fibers, their applications in our lives and some interesting facts associated
with optical fibers.
3. To gain knowledge on the foundation principles of crystallography in specific to crystal
systems, unit cell and related parameters and to understand about concept of X-ray
diffraction.
4. To gain knowledge on the magnetic and dielectric properties of materials.
5. To gain knowledge on the different forced systems and their resultant and the concepts
of friction.
6. To gain knowledge on the functional materials and its physical significance

Course Content:

UNIT-1: Wave Optics (12 Hours)


Introduction- Coherent sources- Interference in thin parallel film by reflection- Newton’s
rings- Fraunhofer diffraction due to single slit – Diffraction grating (Qualitative)-
Resolving power of grating- Rayleigh criterion for resolving power- Polarization- Double
refraction- Half wave plate –Quarter wave plate.

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UNIT-II: Laser and Fiber Optics (8 Hours)


LASER: Introduction- Characteristics of lasers- Absorption, Spontaneous and stimulated
emission of radiation - Population inversion- Semiconductor laser. Fiber Optics:
Introduction- Principle of optical fiber- Acceptance angle- Acceptance cone- Numerical
Aperture.

UNIT-III: Crystallography (8 Hours)


Introduction- space lattice- basis- unit cell- lattice parameters- Crystal systems- Bravais
lattices- Packing fractions of simple, body centered, face centered cubic structures -
Directions and Planes in crystals- Miller indices- Interplanar spacing- Bragg’s Law of X-
Ray diffraction.

UNIT-IV: Magnetic and Dielectric Properties of Material (12 Hours)


Magnetic Properties: Introduction- Origin of magnetic moment and Bohr magneton-
Classification of magnetic materials- Hysteresis- Soft and hard magnetic materials.
Superconductivity: Introduction- Transition temperature, Critical magnetic field,
persistent currents, Meissner effect), Type I and Type II superconductors, Applications of
superconductors.
Dielectrics: Introduction- Dielectric constant- Electronic, ionic and orientation polarization
mechanisms (qualitative) - Internal field- Clausius-Mossotti relation.

UNIT-V: Principles of Mechanics (10 Hours)


Introduction- System of forces- Resultant of coplanar concurrent & coplanar non-
concurrent forces- Force system in space- Friction- Basic definition- Limiting friction &
Impending motion- Coulomb’s laws of dry friction- Coefficient of friction- Cone of
friction- Types of friction (qualitative).

UNIT-VI: FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS: (12 Hours)


Fiber reinforced plastics, fiber reinforced metals, surface acoustic wave materials,
biomaterials, high temperature materials, smart materials and their applications,
Introduction to nano materials, preparation of nano materials ( bottom up and top down
methods) .

Learning resources

TEXT BOOKS

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1. Suresh Garg, C.K.Ghosh, Sanjay Gupta ‘Oscillations and Waves’ PHI Learning, 10th
edition
2. Gaur and Gupta, ‘Engineering Physics’, Dhanpathrai Publications

REFERENCES
1. Sear’s and Zemansky, ‘University Physics’, Pearson Edition.
2. William T. Silfvast ‘Laser Fundamentals’, 2nd edn, Cambridge University press, New
York (2004)
3. Charls Kittel ‘Introduction to solid state physics’, Wiley Publisher, 7th Edition, Delhi
(2007)
4. Ewa Klodzinska,’Functional Materials: Properties, Performance and Evaluation’,
Apple Academic Press, March 2, 2015

Web resources:

1. Prof. G.D. Varma, Department of Physics, Indian Institute of Technology-Roorkee,


‘Engineering Physics 1’, URL: https://nptel.ac.in/courses/122107035/11
2. Prof. G. Rangarajan, Department of Physics, IIT Madras. ‘solid state physics’
https://nptel.ac.in/syllabus/syllabus.php?subjectId=115106061
3. Prof.Vinay Gupta, Department of Physics and astrophysics, university of Delhi,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBW4max0fuU

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to

CO1. Student will be able to understand the phenomena of interference, diffraction and
polarization exhibited by light waves and the characteristics of lasers with an example and
its application in specific to optic fiber.
CO2. Student will be able to understand the working and construction of LASERS and its
applications in various fields. Student will get knowledge about optical fibers and their
applications.
CO3. The student shall understand about different crystal systems, space lattices, and
parameters of unit cell and the Bragg’s law of X-ray diffraction
CO4. Student shall understand about response of the materials in presence of electric and
magnetic fields
CO5. Student will be able to understand the system of forces (non-equilibrium) and
different type’s frictions.

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CO6. Student will gain knowledge on the functional materials and their applications

Course Nature Theory

Assessment Method

Assessment Tool Weekly tests Monthly tests End Semester Test Total

Weightage (%) 10% 30% 60% 100%

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MA 1201 Mathematical Methods BSC 3-1-0 4

Course Learning Objectives: The objective of this course is to

1. Discuss the properties of vector fields and evaluating integrals by using vector fields.
2. Discuss the linear transformation and its Eigen values and Eigen vectors.
3. Discuss the complex function continuity and differentiability and analyticity.
4. Evaluate integrals using residues and to solving some types of real integrations by
using complex concepts.
5. Discuss numerical methods to find the roots of polynomial and transcendental
equations Interpolating and Fitting the curves for data points.
6. Evaluate integrals by using numerical methods and solving IVP.

Course Content:

Unit – I
Linear Algebra: ( 10 Contact hours)
Vector Spaces, Linear Combinations of Vectors, Linear dependence and Independence,
System of Linear Equations, Rank of a Matrix, Inverse of a matrix, Eigen values and
Eigen Vectors. Properties for various types of matrices (i.e symmetric, skew-symmetric,
Hermitian, Skew - Hermitian, Orthogonal, Unitary matrices and Idempotent matrix)

Unit - II
Vector calculus: ( 15 Contact hours)

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Scalar and vector fields, level surfaces, directional derivative, Gradient, Curl,
Divergence, Laplacian, line and surface integrals,Green, Gauss and Stokes theorems
(without proof) and problems.

Unit - III (11 Contact hours)


Complex variables and Complex integration:
Regions in the complex plane, Limit, Continuity, Elementary functions, Differentiability
and Analyticity of functions, Cauchy-Riemann equations, Line integrals in complex
plane, Cauchy’s integral theorem, Independence of paths, Existence of indefinite integral,
Cauchy’s integral formula, Derivatives of analytic functions.

Unit - IV (9 Contact hours)

Residue and applications:


Taylor’s series, Laurent’s series, Zeros and singularities, Applications of Residue
theorem, Evaluation of real integrals.

Unit - V ( 8 Contact hours)


Numerical solution of transcendental equations, Interpolation:
Roots of polynomial and transcendental equations – bisection method, Regula-falsi method
and Newton-Raphson method, Finite differences, Newton's forward and backward
interpolation formulae, Lagrange interpolation, divided differences.

Unit – VI ( 8 Contact hours)

Numerical integration and numerical solution of IVP:


Trapezoidal rule, Simpson's 1/3rd rule and 3/8th rule for numerical integration, Solution
of IVP by Euler and Runga-Kutta method.

Learning resources
Text book:
1. ERWIN KREYSZIG, ‘Advanced Engineering Mathematics’, Wiley-India, 9th Edition.

Reference Books:
1. R. K. Jain and S. R. K. Iyengar, ‘Advanced Engineering Mathematics’, Narosa
Publishing House, New Delhi, 3rd Edition.

2. Erwin Kreyszig, ‘Advanced Engineering Mathematics’, Wiley-India, 8th Edition.

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3. B.S.Grewal, ‘A Text Book of Higher Engineering Mathematics’, Khanna Publishers,


43rd Edition.

4. J.W. Brown and R.V. Churchill, ‘Complex variables and Applications’, McGraw - Hill
2,8th Edition

Web resources:
1. https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc19_ma11/preview
2. https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc19_ma01/preview
3. RGUKT content

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Able to find various integrals by using vector fields.

CO 2 Finding Eigen values and Eigen vector for a linear transformation

CO 3 Check the Analyticity of the given function, able to find complex integrations.

Able to solve complex integrations, real integrations by using residue and


CO 4
Couchy’s theorems.

CO 5 Approximate the roots of polynomial and transcendental equations.

Approximate the value at a point by using given discrete data. Solve IVP
CO 6
numerically.

For Theory courses only:


Course Nature Theory

Assessment Method

Assessment Weekly tests Monthly tests End Semester Test Total


Tool

Weightage (%) 10% 30% 60% 100%

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EC 1209 Basic Electrical and Electronics ESC 3-0-0 3


Engineering

Course Learning Objectives

1. Impart a basic knowledge of electrical quantities such as current, voltage, power,


energy and frequency to understand the impact of technology.
2. Provide knowledge for the analysis of basic DC and AC circuits used in electrical
and electronic devices.
3. To explain the working principle, construction, applications of DC machines, AC
machines.
4. Realize the importance of electronic devices in the present technology.
5.To understand the semi conducter devices
6.To understand the concept of transistors

Course content

Unit-I (Contact hours: 13)


DC Circuits
Introduction, Basic definitions, Types of elements, Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s Laws, Series,
Parallel circuits, Star-delta and delta-star transformations, equivalent resistance
calculation, Mesh and Nodal analysis, superposition theorem, thevenin’s theorem and
maximum power transfer theorem.

Unit-II (Contact Hours: 07)


AC Circuits
Single-phase: Inductive circuits, capacitive circuits, series RL, RC and RLC circuits,
resonance
Three-phase: star connection and delta connection.

Unit-III (Contact Hours: 09)


DC machines

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Generator: Principle of operation of DC Generator, EMF equation, types, applications


Motor: DC motor types, torque equation, applications, three point starter.

UNIT-IV (Contact Hours: 09)


AC machines
Transformers: Principle of operation of single phase transformers, EMF equation, losses,
efficiency and regulation.
Induction machine: Principle of operation of induction motor, slip-torque characteristics,
applications.

UNIT-V (Contact Hours: 09)


Semiconductor Devices
Diode: types of semiconductors, P-N junction diode, V-I Characteristics, zener diode,
Diode Applications. Rectifiers: Half wave, Full wave and Bridge rectifiers.

UNIT-VI (Contact Hours: 07)


Transistors
PNP and NPN Junction transistor, Transistor configurations, Transistor as an amplifier

Learning Resources

Textbook

1. Kothari and Nagarath Basic Electrical and Electronics Engineering, TMH


Publications, 2nd Edition.

Referencebooks

1. V.K.Mehta, S.Chand & Co Principles of Electrical and Electronics Engineering


2. Kothari and Nagarath Basic Electrical Engineering, TMH Publications, 2nd Edition.

Web Resources

1. Prof T S Natarajan, NPTEL-IIT Madras, 'Basic Electronics'


URL: https://nptel.ac.in/courses/122106025/
2. Prof U Umanand, IISC Bangalore, 'Basic Electrical Technology'.
URL: http://nptel.ac.in/courses/108108076/

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2. Prof S Aniruddhan, IIT Madras, 'Basic Electrical Circuits'.


URL: https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc16_ee03

Course Outcomes

At the end of the course, the student will be able to


CO 1 Predict the behaviour of any electrical and magnetic circuits.

CO 2 Formulate and solve complex AC, DC circuits

CO 3 Identify the type of electrical machine used for that particular application

CO 4 Realize the requirement of transformers in transmission and distribution of


electric power and other applications

CO 5 Utilize the semiconductor devices like diodes and transistors

CO 6 Internlink Knowledge of electrical and electronic circuits to general problems

Assessment Method

Assessment Tool Weekly Monthly End Semester Total


tests/Assignments tests Test
(In semester) (In
semester)
Weightage (%) 10% 30% 60% 100%

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CE 1201 ESC 3-1-0 4
MECHANICS

Course Learning Objectives: The student will be able to

1. Capacity to cognize Newton laws by applying mathematics, science, and


engineering

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2. Ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems using classical


mechanics
3. Skill to apply modern engineering techniques and resources to solve complex
mechanical/civil engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.
4. Capacity to propose and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret
data
5. Ability to analyze plane trusses
6. Ability to realize the Dynamic forces and their corresponding processes that
influence the behavior and response of structural components

Course Content:

UNIT I: Forces &Friction (contact hours -8)


Introduction to Engineering Mechanics- basic concepts, equilibrium of forces, Triangle law
of forces, polygon law of forces, Lami’s theorem, forces in space. Friction-, Sliding friction
and Ladder friction and applications of friction.
UNIT II: Centroid and Centre of Gravity: (contact hours-8)
Introduction-Centroid of plane figures and compound areas; centre of gravity of simple
and composite objects; pappu’s theorem-I and theorem –II
UNIT III: Moment of Inertia (contact hours - 12)
Introduction-Second moment of an area; polar moment of inertia; radius of gyration;
transfer formula; moment of inertia of simple and composite areas; product of inertia of
simple and compound objects- transfer formula for product of inertia; Mass moment of
inertia of simple and compound objects - transfer formula for mass moment of inertia

UNIT IV: Analysis of Trusses (contact hours - 12)


Definition of static determinacy and indeterminacy; Analysis of statically determinate
plane trusses- method of joints and sections; analysis of statically determinate space
trusses- tension coefficient method
UNITV: Kinematics (contact hours - 10)
Rectilinear motion; curvilinear motion-fixed axis rotation- constant and variable
acceleration, equation of motion in both fixed-translation, projectiles-horizontal and
inclined projection at same level and different levels, Relative-motion of two particles
UNIT VI: Kinetics (contact hours - 10)

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Newton’s second law; Translation and Fixed axis rotation; Alembert’s principle; concept
of work energy equation, power and efficiency, virtual work and impulse momentum
equation. Introduction to type springs, introduction to vibrations.

Text Books:
1. A.K.Tayal, Engineering Mechanics Statics and Dynamics, 14th Edition, 2011,
Umesh Publications.
2. S.Timoshenko& D.H Young Engineering Mechanics, 5th Edition,2013, McGraw
Hill publications.
Reference Books:.
1. J. L. Meriam Engineering Mechanics, statics, , 6th Edn , 2006, Wiley India Pvt
Ltd.
2. J. L. Meriam Engineering Mechanics, dynamics, 7th Edn, 2013 Wiley India Pvt
Ltd.
3. I. H. Shames Engineering Mechanics, statics and dynamics, 4th Edition, 2005,
Pearson Publications
4. F. P. Beer & E. R. Johnston Mechanics For Engineers, statics – 10 th Edn, 2012,
McGraw Hill Publ.
5. P. Beer & E. R. Johnston Mechanics For Engineers, dynamics - F– 5th Edn, 2007,
McGraw Hill Publ.
6. E. W. Nelson, C. L. Best & W.G. McLean,Theory& Problems of engineering
mechanics, statics & dynamics –5th Edn, 1998 – Schaum’s outline series - McGraw
Hill Publ.
7. Ferdinand. L. Singer, Harper – Collins Engineering Mechanics, 3rd Edition, 1994,
Indus Publications.
8. A Nelson Engineering Mechanics statics and dynamics, 1st Edition, 2009, McGraw
Hill Publ.
9. S. S. Bhavikatti, K. G. RajashekarappaEngineering Mechanics, 1st Edition, 2016,
New age International Publishers.

Web Resources:
1. Lecture series on Engineering Mechanics by Prof. Manoj Harbola, Department of
Physics, IIT Kanpur.NPTEL,
URL:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LG0YzGeAFxk&list=PL63F5D8638872CC3E

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Course Outcomes: On completion of the course the student will be able to

CO1 Student can able to categorize how the Newton laws work’s in Nature
One can formulate and solve the problems after understanding the classical
CO2
mechanics
Capacity to understand the reasonable constrains while tackling the problems in
CO3
real life
Students can capable decrypt information from charts by utilizing numerical
CO4
procedures
CO5 One can comprehend the response of structure because of dynamic impact
CO6 Student can able to analyze the trusses

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
Assessment Weekly Monthly tests End Semester Total
Tool tests Test
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CE 1202 ENGINEERING GEOLOGY PCC 3-0-0 3

Course Objectives:
The student will be able to
1. Explain the failures of some civil engineering constructions.
2. Relate the types of minerals and their physical properties.
3. Demonstrate the classification of rocks and their texture.
4. Summarize the crystal systems
5. Show the concept of geological maps
6. Interpret the concept of structural geology

Course content:
UNIT- I: Introduction: (Contact hours - 8)

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Importance of geology from Civil Engineering point of view. Brief study of case histories
of failure of some Civil Engineering constructions due to geological drawbacks.
Importance of Physical geology, Petrology and Structural geology.
Weathering of Rocks:
Its effect over the properties of rocks importance of weathering with reference to dams,
reservoirs and tunnels weathering of common rocklike “Granite”.

UNIT- II: Mineralogy (Contact hours - 8)


Definition of mineral, Importance of study of minerals, Different methods of study of
mineral and rock, The study of physical properties of minerals and rocks for megascopic
study for the following minerals and rocks. Study of physical properties of following
common rock forming minerals Feldspar, Quartz, Flint, Jasper, Olivine, Augite,
Hornblende, Muscovite, Biotite, Asbestos, Chlorite ,Kyanite, Garnet, Talc, Calcite. Study
of other common economics minerals such as Pyrite, Hematite, Magnetite, Chrorite
,Galena ,Pyrolusite Graphite, Magnesite and Bauxite.

UNIT III: Petrology: (Contact hours - 7)


Definition of rock: Geological classification of rocks into igneous, Sedimentary and
metamorphic rocks. Dyke sand sills, common structures and textures of igneous,
Sedimentary and metamorphic rocks. Their distinguishing features, Mega scopic study of
Granite, Dolerite, Basalt, Pegmatite, Laurite, Conglomerate, Sand Stone, Shale ,Limestone,
Gneiss, Schist, Quartzite, Marble and Slate.

UNIT-IV: Structural geology: (Contact hours-7)


Out crop, strike and dip study of common geological structures associating with the rocks
such as folds, fault sun conformities, and joints - their important types. Their important CE
In-situ and drift soils, common types of soils, their origin and occurrence in India,
Stabilization of soils.

UNIT- V: Groundwater and Geophysics (Contact hours-7)


Groundwater, Importance of study of ground water, earth quake sand landslides.
Geophysical studies Principles of geophysicalstudybyGravitymethods.Magnetic methods,
Electrical methods, Seismic methods, Radio metric method sand geothermal method,
Special importance of Electrical resistivity methods and seismic refraction methods.
UNIT V: Geology for Engineering Projects (Contact hours-8)
Geological Investigations - Geophysical Investigations - Remote Sensing Techniques
Geological Considerations for Dam Reservoirs, Tunnels and RoadCuts - Practice in

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Geology - Demonstration for Clinometer, Electrical ResistivityMeter, Geological Maps -


Identification of Crystals, Minerals and Rocks.

Learning resources:
Text Books:
1) K.V.G.K. Gokhale , Principals of Engineering Geology , 1st Edition, 2010, B.S
publications.
2) N.Chennkesavulu, Engineering Geology ,2nd Edition, 2009,Macmilan India Pvt Ltd.,

References:
1. F.G.Bell, Fundamental of Engineering Geology , 2016, Butterworths Publications, New
Delhi.
2. Krynine& Judd, Principles of EngineeringGeology&Geotechnics, 1st Edition, 2005,
CBS Publishers& Distribution,

Web Resources:
1. NPTEL HRD, December 31, 2009, “http://nptel.ac.in/courses/105105106/”

Course outcomes:

After successful completion of the course, the learners would be able to…

Site characterization and how to collect, analyze, and report geologic data using
1
standards in engineering practice
2 The fundamentals of the engineering properties of Earth materials.
3 Identify of rocks and their texture.
4 Estimate the crystal systems
5 Analyse the concept of geological maps
6 Understand the concept of structural geology

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
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PY1282 Engineering Physics Laboratory BSC 0-0-3 1.5

Course Learning Objectives:


1. The goal of this experiment is to determine the acceleration due to gravity (g) and radius
of gyration about an axis through the center of gravity by means of a compound pendulum.
2. The goal of this experiment is to determine momentum of inertia of given Flywheel.
3. The goal of this experiment is to determine dielectric constant of given material by
capacitance method.
4. The goal of this experiment is to determine the radius of curvature of a Plano convex
lens by Newton’s Ring experiment.
5. The goal of this experiment is to determine the wavelength of laser light using
Diffraction Grating
6. The goal of this experiment is to determine the Magnetic Hysteresis Loop (B-H loop) of
given magnetic materials
7. The goal of this experiment is to determine the acceptance angle and Numerical Aperture
of given fiber optic cable
8. The goal of this experiment is to determine the magnetic susceptibility of given
paramagnetic sample
9. The goal of this experiment is to study the Hall Effect and to calculate:-(i) The Hall
Coefficient (RH) (ii) The concentration of charge carriers
10. The goal of this experiment is to determine the electrical resistivity of a given
Semiconductor using Four Probe method
11. The goal of this experiment is to determine the Energy Band Gap of a given
Semiconductor using Four Probe method
12. The goal of this experiment is to understand the concept of the normal mode
frequency and beat frequency using coupled pendulum

List of the experiments

1. Determination of ‘g’ by compound pendulum


2. Moment of inertia by Flywheel
3. Dielectric constant and dipole moment of molecules
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4. Determination of the radius of curvature of a Plano convex lens by Newton’s Ring


experiment
5. Determination of the wavelength of laser light using Diffraction Grating
6. B-H Curve tracer
7. To determine the numerical aperture of a given optical fiber and hence to find its
acceptance angle
8. Measurement of magnetic susceptibility by Gouy’s method
9. Hall effect
10. To determine the resistivity of semiconductor by Four probe method
11. To determine the energy gap of a semiconductor
12. To determine the degree of coupling by using normal modes of coupled oscillations

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to

CO 1 How to determine the acceleration due to gravity (g) and radius of gyration
about an axis through the center of gravity using compound pendulum.

CO 2 Learn the concept of momentum of inertial and he will able to calculate


momentum of inertia of given Flywheel

CO 3 learn how to determine the dielectric constant of given material by capacitance


method

CO 4 Calculate the radius of curvature of a Plano convex lens by Newton’s Ring


experiment

CO 5 Calculate the wavelength of laser light using Diffraction Grating and get
knowledge over the phenomena of diffraction.

CO 6 learn the concept of magnetism and student will able to determine the
Magnetic Hysteresis Loop (B-H loop) of given magnetic materials

CO 7 Calculate the acceptance angle and Numerical Aperture of given fiber optic
cable

CO 8 learn how to calculate the magnetic susceptibility of given sample

CO 9 understand the concept of Hall effect and he/she will able to calculate the hall
coefficient, carrier density and carrier mobility of a given semiconductor

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CO 10 Learn the four probe method and its applications in determination of electrical
resistivity of given semiconductor.

CO11 determine the Energy Band Gap of a given Semiconductor

CO12 learn how to determine normal mode frequency and beat frequency using
coupled pendulum. Student will also understand the concept of coupling and
energy transform from one system to other through oscillation.

Course Nature Practical

Assessment Method

Assessment Tool Experiments Record Viva-Voce/ Total


Quiz/MCQ/Lab project

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ME 1285 Workshop ESC 0-0-3 1.5

Course Learning Objectives:


1. To understand different machining operations on different machines
2. To understand the process of preparing the mould cavity for sand casting
3. To understand the preparation and joining of metal work pieces using welding
4. To understand the preparation and assembly of work pieces using fitting
5. To make different products using sheet metal by Tin smithy operation
6. To understand the joining of wood pieces by Carpentry operation
7. To understand wiring connections in different applications

List of Experiments: (Working Hours: 3hours per experiment)


1. Plain Turning, Step Turning and Taper Turning on Lathe Machine
2. Surface Machining and Drilling operations on Milling Machine
3. Preparation of Mould Cavity using Single Piece Solid Pattern

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4. Preparation of Mould Cavity using Split Piece Pattern


5. Preparation of Butt Joint using Shielded Metal Arc Welding
6. Preparation of Lap Joint using Shielded Metal Arc Welding
7. Filling the holes in a given metal work piece using Oxy-Acetylene Gas Welding
8. Preparation of ‘V’ shape joint using Fitting Operation
9. Preparation of ‘L’ shape joint using Fitting Operation
10. Preparation of Tray and Cone by Tin smithy Operation
11. Preparation of Dove tail joint by Carpentry Operation
12. Preparation of ‘T’ joint by Carpentry Operation
13. House wiring for one lamp and two lamps with single switch
14. Staircase wiring connection
15. Go Down wiring connection
Learning resources
Text books:
1. Balasubramaniam, R., “Callister's Materials Science and Enginsseering”, Wiley India
Ltd, 2014. 2nd Edition
Reference books:
1. Groover, M. P., “Fundamentals of modern Manufacturing”, Wiley, 2011.4th Edition.
2. Rao, P. N., “Manufacturing Technology: Foundry, Forming and Welding”, Mc Graw
Hill, 2013. 4th Edition

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to

CO 1 Understand different machining operations on different machines


CO 2 Understand the process of preparing the mould cavity for sand casting
CO 3 Understand the preparation and joining of metal work pieces using welding
CO 4 Understand the preparation and assembly of work pieces using fitting
CO 5 Make different products using sheet metal by Tin smithy operation
CO 6 Understand the joining of wood pieces by Carpentry operation
CO 7 Understand wiring connections in different applications

Course Nature Practical

Assessment Method

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Assessment Experiments Record Viva-Voce/ Total


Tool Quiz/MCQ/Lab
project

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BE 1201 Environmental Studies MC 2-0-0 0

Course Learning Objectives:

1. To provide knowledge about multidisciplinary nature of environment, various


sources of natural energy.
2. Understanding of ecosystem structure and function etc.
3. Knowledge of biodiversity and conservation
4. Understanding of problems caused by pollution and its impact
5. Understanding about the various social issues related to environment.
6. Awareness for the Environment and human health

Course Content:

UNIT-I: The Multidisciplinary Nature of Environmental Studies and Natural


Resources (9 hours)
The Multidisciplinary Nature of Environmental Studies: Definition, scope and
importance; Need for public awareness.

Natural Resources: Renewable and Non Renewable Resources


Natural resources and associated problems.
a) Forest resources: Use and over-exploitation, deforestation, case studies. Timber
extraction, mining, dams and their effects on forest and tribal people. b) Water resources:
Use and over-utilization of surface and ground water, floods, drought, conflicts over water,
dams-benefits and problems. c) Mineral resources: Use and exploitation, environmental
effects of extracting and using mineral resources, case studies. d) Food resources: World

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food problems, changes caused by agriculture and overgrazing, effects of modern


agriculture, fertilizer-pesticide problems, water logging, salinity, case studies. e) Energy
resources: Growing energy needs, renewable and non renewable energy sources, use of
alternate energy sources. Case studies. f) Land resources: Land as a resource, land
degradation, man induced landslides, soil erosion and desertification. Role of an individual
in conservation of natural resources. Equitable use of resoureces for sustainable lifestyles.

UNIT-II: Ecosystems (6 hours)


Concept of an ecosystem, Structure and function of an ecosystem, Producers, consumers
and decomposers,Energy flow in the ecosystem,Ecological succession, Food chains, food
webs and ecological pyramids,Introduction, types, characteristic features, structure and
function of the following ecosystem:-a. Forest ecosystem, b. Grassland ecosystem, c.
Desert ecosystem, d. Aquatic ecosystems (ponds, streams, lakes, rivers, oceans, estuaries).

UNIT-III: Biodiversity and It’s Conservation (6 hours)


Introduction – Definition: genetic, species and ecosystem diversity, Biogeographical
classification of India,Value of biodiversity: consumptive use, productive use, social,
ethical, aesthetic and option values, Biodiversity at global, National and local levels, Inida
as a mega-diversity nation, Hot-sports of biodiversity, Threats to biodiversity: habitat loss,
poaching of wildlife, man-wildlife conflicts, Endangered and endemic species of India,
Conservation of biodiversity: In-situ and Ex-situ conservation of biodiversity.

UNIT-IV: Environmental Pollution (12 hours)


Cause, effects and control measures of:-a. Air pollution, b. Water pollution, c. Soil
pollution, d. Marine pollution, e. Noise pollution, f. Thermal pollution, g. Nuclear hazards,
Solid waste Management: Causes, effects and control measures of urban and industrial
wastes, Role of an individual in prevention of pollution, Pollution case studies, Disaster
management: floods, earthquake, cyclone and landslides.

UNIT- V: Social Issues and the Environment (6 hours)


From Unsustainable to Sustainable development Urban problems related to energy, Water
conservation, rain water harvesting, watershed management, Resettlement and
rahabilitation of people; its problems and concerns. CaseStudies, Environmental ethics:
Issues and possible solutions.• Climate change, global warming, acid rain, ozone layer
depletion, nuclear accidents and holocaust. Case Studies. Wasteland reclamation,
Consumerism and waste products, Environment Protection Act, Air (Prevention and

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Control of Pollution) Act, Water (Prevention and control of Pollution) Act, Wildlife
Protection Act, Forest Conservation Act, Issues involved in enforcement of environmental
legislation, Public awareness.

UNIT-VI: Human Population and the Environment (6 hours)


Population growth, variation among nations, Population explosion – Family Welfare
Programme, Environment and human health, Human Rights, Value Education,
HIV/AIDS, Women and Child Welfare, Role of Information Technology in Environment
and human health, Case Studies.

Learning Resources

Text Book:
1. Erach Bharucha, ‘Textbook of Environmental studies’, UGC

Reference Books:
1. Clark RS, ‘Marine Pollution’, Clanderson Press, Oxofrd (TB).
2. De AK, ‘Environmental Chemistry’, Wiley Eastern Ltd.

Course Outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to

Well understanding about their surrounding natural resources and their


CO1 conservation

CO 2 Able to understand the ecosystem food chain and habitat.

CO 3 Develop the practices for conservation of biodiversity

CO 4 To well understand the pollution courses, impact and prevention from


pollution

CO 5 Able to bring about an awareness of a variety of environmental concerns.

CO 6 It attempts to create a pro-environmental attitude and a behavioral pattern in


society that is based on creating sustainable lifestyles.

For Theory Courses Only:

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Assessment Method

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Managerial Economics and


HSMC 3-0-0 3
BM 2101 Financial Analysis

Course Learning Objectives:

1. To strengthen students managerial skill.

2. To enhance the conceptual clarity in economic concepts.

3. To develop to forecasting capability.

4. It will help to produce multi-disciplinary thought.

5. It will enhance their conceptual and practical/hand on practice in accounting.

6. It will help to implement and understand the uses of ratios.

Course Contents:

Unit I: (6 hours)

Introduction to managerial economics, consumer behavior, demand, demand analysis,


demand forecasting, supply, supply analysis.

Unit II: (7 hours)

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Theory of production, production functions, concept of cost, cost analysis, break even
analysis.

Unit III: (6 hours)

Market structure-monopoly, oligopoly, monopolistic, prefect market; Types of business


organizations-sole proprietorship, partnership, private ltd. Companies and public ltd.
Companies, formation of company.

Unit IV: (8 hours)

Introduction to capital, capital sources, capital budgeting- NPV, IRR, Payback period,
profitability index.

Unit V: (8 hours)

Introduction to financial accounting, rules of debit-credit, Double-Entry Book Keeping,


Journal, Ledger, Trial Balance- Final Accounts (Trading Account, Profit and
Loss Account and Balance Sheet with simple adjustments, Preparation of final account and
other related accounting statements.

Unit VI: (10 hours)

Financial statements, comparative statement analysis, common- size statement analysis,


,ratio analysis, time series (only theories).

Learning resources

Text book:

1. Aryasri, A. R., Managerial Economics & Financial Analysis, McGraw Hill, 2014.

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Reference Books:

1. Siddiqui., Managerial Economics & Financial Analysis, 2e, New Age International
Private Limited, 2017.

2. Pandey, I.M., “Financial Management”, 11e, Vikas Publishing House, 2015.

3. Prasanna Chandra., “Financial Management: Theory and Practice”, 9e, Mc Graw Hill
Education, 2015.

Web resources:

1. Managerial Economics and Financial Analysis, Dr. Trupti , IIT Bombay


http://nptel.ac.in/courses/110101005/

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to

A student will be able to understand basic economics as well as management


CO 1
concepts.

CO 2 This subject will provide implication facilities of concepts.

CO 3 Students can be able to do primary data collection and classification.

Students can also be able to forecast as well as generate trend series by utilizing the
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available secondary data.

CO 5 They have basic knowledge about accounting and its terminologies.

CO 6 They will be able to prepare and understand accounting tables.

For Theory courses only:

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method

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BUILDING MATERIALS
PCC 3-0-0 3
CE 2101 AND CONSTRUCTION

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

The student can be able to

1. Identify and Understand the basic building materials and their functional and mechanical
properties

2. Classify different type of building materials and their practical applications.

3. Understand the details of masonry construction and flat roofs and information about
various types of structural elements - foundation, columns, beams, walls, sloped and flat
roofs.

4. Realize various types of finishing works plastering, painting, varnishes and importance.

5. To perceive the elements of buildings structural & functional.

6. Understand the super structure and sub structure of a building.

Course Content:

UNIT -I: Introduction To Building Materials (Contact Hours:6)


Functions of buildings – Types of building materials – Sustainable materials in
construction - Regulations & Standards – Fundamental properties and selection of
materials.

UNIT –II: Masonry Products & Concrete (Contact Hours:10)


Building stones – classification, processing, characteristics, durability aspects, tests,
application and selection, preservation etc.

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Bricks – classification, manufacturing, characteristics, durability aspects, tests, application


and selection, sustainability aspects, laying etc.
Limes – Cementing action, manufacturing, slaking, storage, properties, classification, tests,
applications etc.
Mortars – Classification, preparation, strength, tests, applications etc.
Concrete – Constituent materials, properties, characteristics, tests, production, properties,
masonry units etc.

UNIT –III: Other Building Materials (Contact Hours :6)


Timber, Glass, Ceramics, Plastics & Metals Introduction – characteristics - manufacturing
– classification, applications.

UNIT –IV: Elements of Building Construction –I (Contact Hours :10)


Foundations, Masonry walls, Framed Buildings Vs. Load bearing wall construction,
Lintels & Arches- Definition, function and classification of lintels, Balconies, chejja and
canopy. Arches; Elements and Stability of an Arch. Flooring & Roofing – Floors;
Requirement of good floor, Components of ground floor, Selection of flooring material,
Laying of Concrete, Mosaic, Marble, Granite, Tile flooring, Cladding of tiles. Roof;-
Requirement of good roof, Types of roof, Elements of a pitched roof, Trussed roof, King
post Truss, Queen Post Truss, Steel Truss, Different roofing materials, R.C.C. Roof.

UNIT –V: Elements of Building Construction -I I (Contact Hours :8)


Doors, Windows & Ventilators: Location of doors and windows, technical terms, Materials
for doors and windows, Paneled door, Flush door, Collapsible door, Rolling shutter, PVC
Door, Paneled and glazed Window, Bay Window, French window. Ventilators. Sizes as
per IS recommendations
Stairs: Definitions, technical terms and types of stairs, Requirements of good stairs.
Geometrical design of RCC doglegged and open-well stairs.

UNIT –VI: Finishing Works and special materials (Contact Hours :6),
Plastering & Pointing, Damp Proof Course, Water proofing, Paints, Distempers, Varnishes,
Asphalt, Bitumen & Tar, Thermal & Sound insulating materials. Scaffolding, Centering
and Form work for concrete structures.

COURSE OUTCOMES: At the end of the course, the student will be able to

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CO1 Perceive various elements of building Construction and their significance

CO2 Understand the tests of basic building materials and interpretation of the
results

CO3 Analyze suitability of all the building materials – selection criterion

CO4 Understand the finishing works of buildings

CO5 Getting knowledge of special materials and their applications

CO6 Selection of materials based on functional requirement

Learning Resources:

Text books:
1. M.L. Gambhir. – Tata Mc. “Building Materials” GrawHillPublishers, New Delhi.
2. Dr. B.C.Punmia ,Building Construction , Laxmi Publications (P) Ltd., New Delhi,
11th Edition 2016.
Reference books:
1. S.C.Rangwala, Building Construction, Charotar Publishing House Pvt.Ltd., 2009,
Gujarat
2. P C Varghese, “Building Material”, PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd, Eighth Printing, 2012.
Web Resources:
1. IIT Delhi, December 31 2009, “Building Materials and Construction” URL:
http://nptel.ac.in/courses/105102088/

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
Assessment Weekly Monthly tests End Semester Total
Tool tests/Assignments (In Semester) Test
(In Semester)
Weightage 10% 30% 60% 100%
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CE 2102 CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY PCC 3-0-0 3

Course Learning Objectives: The student will able

1. Define the concepts of Concrete production and its behavior in variousEnvironments.


2. Distinguish about different types of concrete
3. Identify the production and quality control of concrete
4. Analyze the test procedures for the determination of properties of concrete.
5. Demonstrate durability properties of concrete in various environments.
6. Evaluate the mix design of concrete
Course Content:

UNIT I: Concrete Big Picture (Contact Hours:8)


History and significance of concrete as a construction material.Advantages and
Disadvantages of concrete. Role of concrete in “Sustainable Infrastructure Development”

UNIT II: Concrete Constituent Materials (Contact Hours:8)


Cement- Manufacturing –Basic Cement Chemistry – Hydration – Classification – Tests –
Relevant IS Codes
Aggregate – Classification – Characteristics – Properties of aggregates – Tests on
aggregates and their significance – Grading – Fineness Modulus - Relevant IS Codes
Water – Mixing water, Curing Water – Tests of water - Relevant IS Codes
Admixtures – Functions – Classifications – Types - Relevant IS Codes.

UNIT III: Fresh Concrete (Contact Hours:6)


Workability – definition, tests and interpretation, Rheology of fresh concrete, Effect of
constituent materials on workability, Relevant IS Standards.

UNIT IV: Hardened Concrete (Contact Hours:8)


Strength criterion, Stress-strain characteristics of concrete , fracture mechanics approach,
tensile strength considerations, behavior under compressive strength.
Factors affecting strength of hardened concrete: porosity, gel-space ratio, total voids in
concrete, w/c ratio, degree of compaction, age etc.
Dimensional Stability- Elasticity, Shrinkage and creep

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Permeability & Durability: Permeability, Sulphate attack, attack by sea water, Acid attack,
Alkali- aggregate reaction, corrosion of reinforcement.

UNIT V: Production of concrete and quality control (Contact Hours:8)


Batching of materials, Mixing of concrete materials, transpiration, RMC, placing,
compaction, finishing and curing, form work.
Factors causing variations in concrete quality, field control, advantages of quality control,
statistical quality control.

UNIT VI: Proportioning of concrete mixes (Contact Hours:7)


Basic considerations, factors influencing choice of mix design proportions, methods of
concrete mix designing – IS method, ACI method, British DoE method

Learning Resources:
Text Books:
1. M.S SHETTY “ Concrete Technology Theory and Practice” 8th Edition, 2018,S Chand
Publications.

Reference Books:
1. M.L. Gambhir "Concrete Technology Theory and Practice" 5th Edition, 2017, McGrah
Hill Education (India) Private Limited, 5th Edition.
2. A.M. Niveli& JJ Brooks "Concrete Technology" Pearson Education, 2nd Edition, 2010.

Web Resources:

1. NPTEL 31 December 2009, “Building Materials and Construction”


URL; http://nptel.ac.in/courses/105102088/

Course Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to
Understand the basic concepts of concrete and realize the importance of quality
CO1
of concrete.
Familiarize the basic ingredients of concrete and their role in the production of
CO2
Concrete.
Test the fresh concrete properties and the hardened concrete properties and
CO3
evaluate the ingredients of concrete through lab test results.
CO4 Familiarize the basic concepts of special concrete and their production.

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CO5 Understand the behavior of concrete in various environments


CO6 Design the concrete mix by IS method

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
Assessment Weekly Monthly tests End Semester Total
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CE 2103 MECHANICS OF FLUIDS PCC 2-1-0 3

Course Learning Objectives: On completion of the course the student will be able to

1. To learn the importance, application and inter-relationship of various properties of


fluid like mass density, viscosity and surface tension
2. To determine the forces on plane and curved surfaces in a fluid at rest and the
concepts of buoyancy and metacentre.
3. To study the properties of a moving fluid like velocity and acceleration and the
forces on fluid through the continuity equation, Euler’s and Bernoulli’s equations
4. To study the laminar and turbulent flow in pipes, major and minor losses in pipes.
5. To develop the principles and equations for pressure flow and momentum analysis
6. To study boundary layer along thin plate and its transition

Course Content:

UNIT-I: Introduction (Contact hours: 7)

Dimensions and units – Physical properties of fluids specific gravity, viscosity, surface
tension, vapor pressure and their influences on fluid motion.

UNIT-II: Hydro Statics (Contact hours: 8)

Pressure at a point, Pascal‟s law, Hydrostatic law - atmospheric, gauge and vacuum
pressure- measurement of pressure. Pressure gauges, Manometers: differential and Micro
Manometers. Hydrostatic forces on submerged plane, Horizontal, Vertical, inclined and

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curved surfaces – Center of pressure. Derivations and problems. Buoyancy- Meta centric
height, conditions of Equilibrium of submerged Bodies.

UNIT-III: Fluid Kinematics (Contact hours: 8)

Description of fluid flow, Stream line, path line and streak lines and stream tube.
Classification of flows : Steady, unsteady, uniform, non-uniform, laminar, turbulent,
rotational and irrotational flows – Equation of continuity for one, two , three dimensional
flows – stream and velocity potential functions, flow net analysis.

UNIT-IV: Fluid Dynamics (Contact hours: 8)

Surface and body forces – Euler’s and Bernoull’s equations for flow along a stream line
for 3-D flow, (Navier – stokes equations, Momentum equation and its application – forces
on pipe bend. Measurement of Flow: Pitot tube, Venturi meter and orifice meter –
classification of orifices, flow over rectangular, triangular and trapezoidal and Stepped
notches - –Broad crested weirs.

UNIT-V: Closed Conduit Flow (Contact hours: 7)

Laws of Fluid friction – Darcy’s equation, Minor losses – pipes in series – pipes in parallel
– Total energy line and hydraulic gradient line.Pipe network problems, variation of friction
factor with Reynold’s number – Moody‟s Chart.Characteristics of Laminar & Turbulent
flows. Flow between parallel plates, Flow through long tubes, flow through inclined tubes.

UNIT-VI: Boundary Layer Theory (Contact hours: 7)

Boundary layer – concepts, Prandtl contribution, characteristics of boundary layer along a


thin flat plate, Von-karman momentum integral equation, laminar and turbulent Boundary
layers no deviations BL in transition, separation of BL, control of BL, Flow around
submerged objects-Drag and Lift- Magnus effect.

COURSE OUTCOMES: At the end of the course, student will be able to

Identify how properties of fluids change with temperature and their affect on
CO1
pressure and fluid flow
CO2 Describe fluid pressure and its measurement
Define the relationship between pressure and elevation as it relates to
CO3
manometers, barometers and other pressure measuring devices.
CO4 Calculate forces on a plane submerged in a static fluid

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Use the general energy equation to calculate changes in fluid flow for circular
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and non-circular pipes for in-compressible fluids.
CO6 Derive energy, momentum and displacement thickness for any type of fluid

Learning Resources:

Text Book:
1. P.N.Modi and S.M.Seth., Hydrualics and Fluid Mechanics, 21st Edition, 2017,
Standard Book House,1995.
Reference Books:
1. C.S.P Ojha, R. Berndtsson, P.N Chandrmouli “Fluid Mechanics and machinery”,
1st Edition, 2010, Oxford University Press Publishers.
2. K.L Kumar, Engineering Fluid Mechanics, Eurasia Publishing House PVT Ltd,
NewDelhi,2009.
3. Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines, Dr. R. K. Bansal, 10th Edition, 2018,
Lakshmi Publications.
4. V.L Streeter and E. benzamine Wylie, Fluid Mechanics, 9th Edition, 2017, McGraw
Hill Education.

Web Resources:

1. IIT Bombay, December 31 2009, ‘Fluid Mechanics’, URL:


https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105101082/1
2. IIT Guwahati, December 31 2009, ‘Fluid Mechanics’, URL:
https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105103095/3

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
Assessment Weekly Monthly tests End Semester Total
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CE 2104 MECHANICS OF MATERIALS-1 PCC 2-1-0 3

Course Objectives: The student will be able to

1. Determine the stress, strain, and deflection in structural elements when subjected
to different loads.
2. Evaluate the principal stress and principal plane in material subjected to load
3. Give preliminary concepts of assessment of bending moment and shear force in
Propped cantilevers, fixed beams and continuous beams due to various loading
conditions.
4. Impart concepts of Bending Moment and Shear force for beams with different
boundary and loading conditions
5. Evaluate flexural and shear stresses in elements when subjected to transverse loads
6. Demonstrate concept of torsion in circular shafts.

Course Content:

UNIT-I: Simple Stresses and Strains: (Contact Hours - 6)


Normal stress, shear stress, state of stress at a point, ultimate strength, allowable stress,
factor of safety, normal strain, shear strain, Poisson’s ratio, Hooke’s law, stress-strain
characteristics for mild steel.

UNIT-II: Axial Stress-Strain and Strain Energy: (Contact Hours - 6)


Elastic moduli and the relationship between them, Bars of varying section, temperature
stresses, composite bars, Strain energy, Resilience, Gradual, sudden, impact and shock
loadings.

UNIT-III: Principal Stresses and Strains (Contact Hours - 8)


Normal and tangential stresses on an inclined plane for biaxial stresses, Two perpendicular
normal stresses accompanied by a state of simple shear, Mohr‘s circle of stresses, Principal
stresses and strains, Analytical and graphical solutions.

UNIT-IV: Shear Force and Bending Moment: (Contact Hours - 10)

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Definition of beam, Types of beams, Concept of shear force and bending moment, S.F and
B.M diagrams for cantilever, simply supported and overhanging beams subjected to point
loads, uniformly distributed load uniformly varying loads and combination of these loads,
Point of contra flexure, Relation between S.F., B.M and rate of loading at a section of a
beam.

UNIT-V: Flexural Stresses & Shear Stresses (Contact Hours - 8)


Theory of simple bending, Assumptions, Derivation of bending equation: M/I =f/y = E/R,
Neutral axis, Determination of bending stresses, Section modulus of rectangular and
circular sections (Solid and Hollow), I,T, Angle and Channel sections. Derivation of
formula, Shear stress distribution across various beam sections like rectangular, circular,
triangular, I, T angle sections.

UNIT-VI: Torsion of Circular Shafts: (Contact Hours - 7)


Theory of pure torsion, Torsion equation, Assumptions made in the theory, Theory of pure
torsion, Torsional moment of resistance, Polar section modulus, Power transmitted by
shafts, Combined bending and torsion and end thrust.

Learning Resources:

Text Books:
1. Beer, F.P., and Johnston, JR, E.R., "Mechanics of Materials", 7th Edition, 2014,
McGraw Hill, 1992.
2. S. Ramamrutham & B.Narayanan, “Strength of Materials”, 18th Edition, 2014, Dhanpat
Rai Publishing Company Pvt Ltd.,
Reference Books:

1. Popov, E.P., Mechanics of Materials, 2nd Edition, 2015, Prentice Hall of India Private
Limited, 1976.
2. Punmia B C, Mechanics of Materials, Revised Edition, 2017, Laxmi Publications Ltd,
New Delhi
3. Hibbeler, R.C., "Mechanics of Materials", 10th Edition, 2016, Pearson Education, Low
Price Edition, 2007
4.Bansal, R.K., "Strength of Materials", 6th Edition, 2018, Laxmi Publications (P) Ltd.,
2007

Web Resources:

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1. NPTEL, December 31 2009, “strength of


materials”URL:http://nptel.ac.in/courses/105105108/

Course Outcomes: On completion of the course the student will be able to

Define the fundamental concepts of stress and strain and the relationship
CO1 between both through the strain-stress equations in order to solve problems for
simple tridimensional elastic solids.

CO2 Demonstrate the concept of strain energy

CO3 Evaluate principal stresses and strains in a loaded structure

CO4 Analyze and represent the stress diagrams in bars and simple structures
Examine the problems relating to pure and non-uniform bending of beams and
CO5 other simple structures

Determine the torsional deformation of bars and other simple tri-dimensional


CO6 structures

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Course name Course Category Credits
code P
CE 2105 SURVEYING – I PCC 3-0-0 3

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
The student can able to,
1. Explain the basic principles of surveying.

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2. Distinguish the various methods of linear and angles measuring instruments and
enable the students to use surveying equipments.
3. Identify the different methods of Plane table Surveying
4. Demonstrate the Levelling and different methods of levelling.
5. Examine the Contouring and methods of contouring.
6. Demonstrate the Tacheometry and various tacheometry methods

Course Content:

UNIT–I: Introduction to Surveying (Contact Hours: 10)


Classification of surveying-Principles of Surveying-Linear measurements, direct
measurement. Problems on Base line measurement- -Offsets-Basic problems in chaining-
obstacles in chaining-Problems. Errors and corrections to linear
measurements.Introduction to compass survey Definitions of Bearing. True bearing, True
meridian, Magnetic Meridian, Magnetic bearing. F.B. & B.B of lines – Designation of
bearings – W.C.B. & R.B. – related problems. Theory of Magnetic compass (i.e. Prismatic
compass) – Magnetic dip-Description of Prismatic Temporary adjustments of compass-
Magnetic Declination – Local attraction-Related Problems-Errors in compass survey.

UNIT- II: Plane table surveying (Contact Hours:6)


Introduction-Advantages accessories-Temporary adjustment. Methods of plane tabling-
Plane table traversing-Three point problem – Mechanical method – Two point problem-
Errors in plane tabling.

UNIT- III: Levelling (Contact Hours: 7)


Definitions of terms-Methods of levelling-Uses and adjustments of dumpy level-
Temporary and permanent adjustments of dumpy level leveling, Differential leveling,
profile leveling, Reciprocal leveling, H.I. method-Rise and fall method-Checks-Related
problems- Reciprocal levelling-Related problems-L.S & C.S Levelling-Problems in
levelling-Errors in levelling.

UNIT-IV: Contouring (Contact Hours:7)

Definitions-Interval, Characteristics of contours- methods of locating contours-Direct and


indirect methods-Interpolation of contours-Contour gradient- Uses of contour maps.
Introduction to Auto Level.

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UNIT-V: Theodolite (Contact Hours: 8)


Types of Theodolites – Temporary Adjustments, Measurement of horizontal angle –
Method of repetition, Method of reiteration – Uses of Theodolites, Introduction to Total
Station. Parts of a total Station – Accessories –Advantages and Applications. Open and
closed traverse – Closing errors, balancing the error – Bowditch method – Transit method,
omitted measurements – Gales traverse table.

UNIT-VI: Tacheometry (Contact Hours: 7)


Principle of tachometry – Stadia methods – Fixed hair method – Movable hair method –
Tangential method – Reduction diagrams
Line Ranger, Optical Square, Abney level and Clinometer, Ceylon Ghat tracer, Pantagraph,
Sextant and Planimeter.

COURSE OUTCOMES:

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to


1 demonstrate the basic surveying skills
2 use various surveying instruments.
3 perform different methods of surveying
4 compute various data required for various methods of surveying.
5 integrate the knowledge of contouring and methods of contouring
6 Carryout trigonometric levelling

Learning Resources:
Text Books:
1. Dr. K.R. Arora, Surveying Vo.I, 16th edition, 2018, Standard Book House.
2. B.C. Punmia, Surveying Vol.I, 17th Edition, 2016, Lakshmi Publications.
3. S.K.Duggal, Surveying Vol.I, 4th Edition, 2017,Tata Mcgraw Hill Education.

Web Resources:
1. IIT Kanpur, December 31 2009, “Surveying” URL:
http://www.nptelvideos.in/2012/11/surveying.html.

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method

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Assessment Weekly Monthly tests End Semester Total


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MECHANICS OF MATERIALS
CE 2181 PCC 0-0-3 1.5
LAB

Course Objectives/ Outcomes:


On completion of the course the student will be able to
1. understand the behaviour of stress vs. strain characteristics of mild steel
2. Evaluate impact strength of material
3. Understand basic concepts of stress, strain and their relations based on linear elasticity.
4. Evaluate elastic, rigidity modulus of materials.
5. Understand how to determine hardness of different materials
6. Understand the shear strength of material
LIST OF EXPERIMENTS:
1. Stress-Strain characteristics of mild steel bar in tension
2. Stress-Strain characteristics TMT bar in tension
3. Torsion test on mild steel
4. Brinell hardness test
5. Rockwell hardness test
6. Spring test
7. Izod Impact test
8. Charpy Impact test
9. Shear test- Single shear & Double Shear
10. Flexural Testing Machine on Steel I Section

Course Nature Practical


Assessment Method
Assessment Experiments related Record Viva-Voce/ Total
Tool Quiz/MCQ/Lab
(In semester) project

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Weightage (%) 20% 10% 10% 40%


Assessment Procedure/Description of the Results Viva-Voce
Tool experiment with relevant
(End semester)information and
Discussion on Results
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CE 2182 SURVEYING LAB PCC 0-0-3 1.5

Course Objectives /Course Outcomes:


On completion of the course the student will be able to
1. Explain the Survey of an area by chain survey (closed traverse) & plotting,
Chaining across obstacles.
2. Determine of distance between two inaccessible points with compass
3. Survey of an area by prismatic compass & Surveyor compass (closed traverse) and
plotting after adjustment.
4. Estimate plane table survey by Radiation method, intersection methods
5. Estimate plane table survey by traversing
6. Determine the Levelling by Height of instrument and Rise and Fall method.
7. Evaluate the horizontal and vertical angle using theodolite.
8. Estimate Area, angles using Total Station

List of Experiments:
1. Introduction of instruments used for chain survey, Measurement of distance by ranging
and chaining
2. Distance between two inaccessible points using compass
3. Compass traversing, Closing error correction – Closed traverse (Local Attraction)
4. Plane Table Traversing- Radiation Method &Intersection Method
5. Plane Table Traversing- two point and three Point problem
6. Fly leveling – Height of Instrument method and Rise and Fall method
7. Longitudinal and Cross sectional leveling
8. Contour plan of a given area – Direct method and Grid method
9. Measurement of Horizontal and vertical angles by Theodolite
10. Trigonometric levelling – Height and Distance problem
11. Curve Setting- different methods

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12. Determination Area, Contouring, Traversing using Total station


13. Determination of remote height using total station
14. Distance, gradient,diff, height between two inaccessible points using total station.

Course Nature Practical


Assessment Method
Assessment Experiments related Record Viva-Voce/ Total
Tool Quiz/MCQ/Lab
(In semester) project
Weightage (%) 20% 10% 10% 40%
Assessment Procedure/Description of the Results Viva-Voce
Tool experiment with relevant
(End semester) information and
Discussion on Results
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HS 2201 INDIAN CONSTITUTION MC 2-0-0 0


Course Learning Objectives:

1. The basic objective of the course is to provide knowledge about institutions

2. It help to understands the processes to governing the society in a systematic way.

3. It helps to establish social Justice, Liberty, Equity and Fraternity.

4. The course will introduce the idea of political system in general

5. It provides idea about working process of constitutional institutions.

6. To create awareness about the functioning of the judicial system in India.

Course Contents:

UNIT I: (5 hours)

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Introduction-Constitution’ meaning of the term, Indian constitution sources and


constitutional history, Features: Citizenship, Preamble, Fundamental Rights and duties,
Directive Principles of State Policy.

UNIT II: (5 hours)

Union Government and its Administration-Structure of the Indian Union: Federalism,


centre-state relationship, President: Role, power and position, PM and Council of
ministers, Cabinet and Central Secretariat, Lok sabha, Rajya sabha.

UNIT III: (5 hours)

Election commission- Election commission: Role and functioning, Chief Election


Commissioner and Election Commissioners, State Election Commission: Role and
functioning, Institute and Bodies for the welfare of SC/ST/OBC and women.

UNIT IV: (3 hours)

State Government and its Administration- Governor: Role and position, CM and Council
of ministers, state secretariat: Organization, structure and functions.

UNIT V: (7 hours)

Local Administration-District’s Administration head: Role and importance,


Municipalities: Introduction, Mayor and role of Elected Representatives, CEO of
Municipal Corporation, Panchayati raj: Introduction, PRI: Zilla Panchayat, Elected
officials and their roles, CEO Zilla Panchayat: Position and role, Block level:
Organizational Hierarchy (different departments), Village level: Role of elected and
appointed officials, Importance of grass root democracy.

UNIT VI: (5 hours)

Union Judiciary-Establishment and constitution of Supreme court, Appointment of Judges,


Establishment of State High court, Establishment of common High court for 2 or more
states, WRITS, PIL(Public Interest Litigation).

Learning resources

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Text book:

1. Durga Das Basu, Constitutions of India, 23rd ed, LexisNexis Publication.

Reference Books:

1. ’Indian Polity’ by Laxmikanth

2.’Indian Administration’ by Subhash Kashyap

4.’Indian Administration’ by Avasti and Avasti

5.’Government and Politics of India’ by W.H.Mrrison Jones

6.’Constitution of India’ by J.C.Johari

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to

CO 1 The students will understand their fundamental rules and duties.

CO 2 The students will learn the political system and the system of elections in India.

CO 3 It is to provide the students the institutions and processes to govern themselves in


the manner they prefer.

CO 4 Students can also be able to utilize the laws and facilities provided by constution

CO 5 It will provide over all idea about our legal system.

CO 6 It will enable students more strong in terms of law and practice in


day to day life.

For Theory courses only:

Course Nature Theory


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HYDRAULICS
PCC 2-1-0 3
CE 2201 ENGINEERING

Course Learning Objectives:

1. To discuss the physical processes of fluid flow analytically and empirically


2. To classify the types of flows in open channel and to design open channel sections
in a most economical way with minimum wetted perimeter.
3. To develop gradually varied flow profiles for different slopes
4. To study about non-uniform flows in open channels and to learn about the
characteristics of hydraulic jump.
5. To understand the waves and surges in unsteady flow situation
6. To impart the knowledge about various hydraulic turbines and pumps

Course Content:

UNIT-I: Free Surface Flows (Contact hours: 7)


Introduction, Channels and their Geometric properties, Pipe flow and free surface flow,
continuity equation, energy in free surface flow. Velocity measurement and distribution,
discharge measurement by velocity-area method. Continuity and Momentum equation

UNIT-II: Uniform Flow (Contact hours: 8)


Resistance flow formula, Velocity distribution, Equivalent roughness coefficient, Velocity
coefficients, Uniform flow in rigid boundary channel, Uniform flow in mobile boundary
channel, normal and critical slopes
Energy and Momentum Principle - Concept of Specific Energy, Critical Depth, Alternate
depth, Specific Force, Sequent depth.

UNIT-III: Non-Uniform Flow (Contact hours: 9)


Gradually Varied Flow – basic assumptions – dynamic equation for Gradually Varied
Flow, characteristics of flow profiles in prismatic channels. Computation of length of back

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water curve - standard step method, direct step method Computation of back water profile
using spread sheet.

UNIT-IV: Rapidly Varied flow (Contact hours: 7)


Characteristics of the flow – hydraulic jump – initial and sequent depths; Non-dimensional
equation, practical applications of hydraulic jump; types of jump in horizontal floor, basic
characteristics of the jump – energy loss, efficiency and jump as energy dissipater, stilling
basins

UNIT-V: Unsteady Flow (Contact hours: 6)


Rapidly Varied Unsteady flow and Gradually Varied Unsteady flow – Introduction to
surges and types of shallow water waves. Introduction to transient flow.

UNIT-VI: Hydraulic Machines (Contact hours: 8)


Fundamentals of hydraulic turbine theory; Turbine performance characteristics and
selection of turbines; Design of radial flow and axial flow turbines and Pelton turbines;
Draft tube theory, specific speed; Fundamentals of Rotodynamic pumps – types,
advantages, working, volute and whirl pool chambers, velocity triangles for pumps, NPSH
and specific speed

COURSE OUTCOMES: At the end of the course, student will be able to


1 Understand and be able to use the energy and momentum equations.
Become familiar with open channel cross sections, hydro-static pressure
2
distribution and Manning’s law
3 Determine water surface profiles for gradually varied flow in open channels
4 Estimate the energy dissipation and sequent depth for a hydraulic jump
5 Flood waves/surges magnitude travelling towards upstream/downstream direction
6 To be familiar with different types of turbines and their efficiencies.

Learning Resources:

Texts Book:
1. K.Subramanya, Flow in Open Channels, 3rd Edition, 2008, Tata McGraw Hill
Publication co. Ltd. New Delhi, 1992
Reference Books:

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1. P.N. Modi and S.M. Seth, Hydraulics and Fluid Mechanics, 21st Edition, 2017,
Standard Book House, 1998
2. V.T. Chow, Open Channel Hydraulics, McGraw Hill, 1975
3. K.G. Rangaraju, flow in Open Channels, 1st Edition, 2001,Tata McGraw Hill
Publication Co. Ltd., New Delhi, 1993
4. R.H. French, Open Channel Hydraulics, 1st Edition, 2007, McGraw Hill Book Co.,
New York 1986
Web Resources:
1. IIT Guwahati, December 31 2009, ‘Hydraulics Engineering’, URL:
https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105103096/

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
Assessment Weekly Monthly tests End Semester Total
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MECHANICS OF
PCC 2-1-0 3
CE 2202 MATERIALS-II

Course Objectives: The student will be able toe


1. Evaluate the stresses and strains in thick and thin cylinders
2. Evaluate the allowable loads and associated allowable stresses before mechanical
failure using theories of failures
3. Discuss various types of springs and their deflections
4. Differentiate column and strut and analyze their failure
5. Evaluate the stresses in structure when direct and bending stresses are acted
6. calculate the deflections of beam

Course Content:

UNIT – I: Thin Cylinders & Thick Cylinders: (Contact Hours-6)

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Thin seamless cylindrical shells, Derivation of formula for longitudinal and circumferential
stresses - hoop, longitudinal and Volumetric strains, Changes in diameter, and volume of
thin cylinders, Thin spherical shells. Introduction Lame‘s theory for thick cylinders ,
Derivation of lame‘s formulae – distribution of hoop and radial stresses across thickness,
design of thick cylinders, compound cylinders, Necessary difference of radii for shrinkage
– Thick spherical shells.

UNIT-II: Theories Of Failures: (Contact Hours-6)


Introduction, Various Theories of failures-Maximum Principal stress theory, Maximum
Principal Strain theory, Maximum shear stress theory, Maximum strain energy theory,
Maximum shear strain energy theory.

UNIT – III: Springs: (Contact Hours-6)


Introduction, Types of springs, deflection of close and open coiled helical springs under
axial pull and axial couple, springs in series and parallel, Carriage or leaf springs.

UNIT – IV: Columns And Struts: (Contact Hours-8)


Introduction, Types of columns, Axially loaded compression members, Crushing load,
Euler‘s theorem for long columns, assumptions, derivation of Euler’s critical load formulae
for various end conditions, Equivalent length of a column, slenderness ratio, Euler’s critical
stress, Limitations of Euler’s theory, Long columns subjected to eccentric loading

UNIT-V: Direct and Bending Stresses: (Contact Hours-9)


Stresses under the combined action of direct loading and B.M, determination of stresses in
the case of chimneys, retaining walls and dams, conditions for stability, stresses due to
direct loading and B.M. about both axis

UNIT VI: Deflection Of Beams: (Contact Hours-10)


Bending into a circular arc-slope, deflection and radius of curvature, Differential equation
for the elastic line of a beam - Double integration and Macaulay's methods, Determination
of slope and deflection for cantilever and simply supported beams subjected to various
types of loads, Mohr's theorems, and Moment area method.
Learning Resources:

Text Books:
1. Beer, F.P., and Johnston, JR, E.R., "Mechanics of Materials", 7th Edition, 2014,
McGraw Hill, 1992.
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2. S. Ramamrutham & B.Narayanan, “Strength of Materials”, 18th Edition, 2014, Dhanpat


Rai Publishing Company Pvt Ltd.,
Reference Books:

1. Popov, E.P., Mechanics of Materials, 2nd Edition, 2015, Prentice Hall of India Private
Limited, 1976.
2. Punmia B C, Mechanics of Materials, Revised Edition, 2017, Laxmi Publications Ltd,
New Delhi
3. Hibbeler, R.C., "Mechanics of Materials", 10th Edition, 2016, Pearson Education, Low
Price Edition, 2007
4.Bansal, R.K., "Strength of Materials", 6th Edition, 2018, Laxmi Publications (P) Ltd.,
2007

Web Resources:

1. NPTEL, December 31 2009, “strength of materials”


URL;http://nptel.ac.in/courses/105105108/

Course Outcomes: On completion of the course the student will be able to


Understand behavioral difference between thick and thin cylinders and calculate
CO1
the failure stresses
Calculate the allowable stresses before mechanical failure using theories of
CO2
failures
CO3 Understand the behavior of various types of springs
CO4 Calculate the crushing load for columns and strut
CO5 the behavior of structure when direct and bending stresses are acted
CO6 One can calculate the deflections of beams for different type of loadings

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method

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Course
Course name L-T-P Credits
Course code Category
CE 2203 SOIL MECHANICS PCC 2-1-0 3

Course Learning Objectives:


The student will be able to
1. Demonstrate the concepts of origin of soil, identification and classification of the soils

2. Illustrate the concept of permeability.

3. Distinguish the stresses and seepage through soils.

4. Explain about the compaction of soils.

5. Tell the compressibility and consolidation of the soils

6. Define the shear strength of soils.

Course Content:
UNIT-I: Introduction: (Contact hours: 8)
Soil formation and structure – moisture content – Mass- volume relationship – Relative
density. Index Properties of Soils: Grain size analysis.

UNIT-II: Permeability: (Contact hours: 8)


Soil water – capillary rise – flow of water through soils – Darcy’s law permeability –
Factors affecting permeability – laboratory determination of coefficient of permeability –
Permeability of layered soils.
Stress-analysis:
Effective Stress & Seepage Through Soils: Total, neutral and effective stress – principle
of effective stress – quick sand condition.

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UNIT-III: Seepage through Soils: (Contact hours: 8)


Seepage, Flow nets, Seepage calculations for geotechnical structures,Boussinesq’s and
Westergaard’s theories for point load, uniformly loaded circular and rectangular areas,
pressure bulb, variation of vertical stress under point load along the vertical and horizontal
plane, and Newmark’s influence chart for irregular areas.

UNIT-IV: Compaction of Soils: (Contact hours: 5)


Mechanism of compaction – factors affecting compaction effects of compaction on soil
properties – Field compaction Equipment – compaction quality control.Estimation of
optimum moisture content and maximum dry density.

UNIT-V: Compressibility& Consolidation of Soil: (Contact hours: 8)


Types of compressibility – Immediate Settlement, primary consolidation and secondary
consolidation – stress history of clay; e-p and e-log(p) curves – normally consolidated soil,
over consolidated soil and under consolidated soil – pre-consolidation pressure and its
determination – Terzaghi’s 1-D consolidation theory – coefficient of consolidation: square
root time and logarithm of time fitting methods – computation of total settlement and time
rate of settlement.

UNIT-VI: Shear Strength of Soils: (Contact hours: 8)


Importance of shear strength – Mohr’s– Coulomb Failure theories – Types of laboratory
tests for strength parameters – strength tests based on drainage conditions – strength
envelops – Shear strength of sands – dilatancy – critical void ratio.

Learning Resources
Text Book:
1. Gopal Ranjan, A.S.R. Rao, ‘Basicand Applied Soil Mechanics’, 3rd Edition, 2016
New Age International (P) Limited publishers, India.

Reference Books:
1. Braja M. Das, ‘Principles of Geotechnical Engineering’, Thomson learning Inc, 5th
Edition 2001.
2. K. Terzaghi, R. B. Peck and G. Mesri,‘Soil Mechanics in Engineering Practice’, 3rd
edition 1996 , John Wiley & Sons.

Web resources:

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1. IIT Kharagpur, December 21 2017, ‘Soil Mechanics/Geotechnical Engineering I’.


URL: https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105105168/

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Elaborate concepts of origin of soil, identification and classification of the soils

CO 2 Illustrate the concept of permeability.

CO 3 Analyze the stresses and seepage through soils.

CO 4 Understand concept of compaction of soils.

CO 5 Analyze the compressibility and consolidation of the soils

CO 6 Define shear strength of soils.

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
Monthly End Semester
Assessment Tool Weekly tests Total
tests Test
Weightage (%) 10% 30% 60% 100%

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CE 2204 STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS PCC 3-1-0 4

Course Objectives: The student will be able to

1. Illustrate the basic concepts of structural stability, static and kinematic


indeterminacy
2. Define strain energy, determine deflections using strain energy
3. Evaluate forces and deflections in beams,frames and trusses by force methods

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4. Demonstrate the development of slope deflection equations and to solve application


to continuous beams with and without settlement of supports.
5. Illustrate the concepts of moving loads and influence lines are imparted for
assessment of maximum SF and BM at a given section when loads of varying spans
rolling loads of Pratt and Warren trusses
6. Interpretation of Plastic analysis of structural elements

Course Content:

UNIT –I: Indeterminate Structural Analysis (contact hours - 10)


Indeterminate Structural Analysis –Determination of static and kinematic indeterminacies
–Solution of trusses with up to two degrees of internal and external indeterminacies –Strain
energy in linear elastic system, expression of strain energy due to axial load, bending
moment and shear forces - Castigliano’s first theorem-Deflections of simple beams and pin
jointed trusses.

UNIT –II:
Propped Cantilevers, Fixed Beams and Continuous beams (contact hours - 8)
Analysis of propped cantilevers-shear force and bending moment diagrams-Deflection of
propped cantilevers, Deflection of fixed beams, effect of sinking of support, effect of
rotation of a support. Clapeyron’s theorem of three moments- Analysis of continuous
beams with constant moment of inertia with one or both ends fixed-continuous beams with
overhang, continuous beams with different moment of inertia for different spans, Effects
of sinking of supports-shear force and bending moment diagrams.

UNIT III: Arches (contact hours - 8)


Three hinged arches, Elastic theory of arches – Eddy’s theorem – Determination of
horizontal thrust, bending moment, normal thrust and radial shear – effect of temperature.
Two Hinged Arches, Determination of horizontal thrust bending moment, normal thrust
and radial shear.

UNIT – IV: Slope Deflection and Moment Distribution Method (contact hours - 12)
Derivation of slope deflection equation of supports application to continuous beams
including settlement of supports single bay, single sway, portal frame including side sway.
Stiffness and carryover factors –Distribution factors– Analysis of continuous beams with
and without sinking of supports–storey portal frames –including Sway-Substitute frame
analysis by two cycle.

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UNIT – V: Influence Lines: (contact hours - 12)


Definition of influence line for SF, Influence line for BM- load position for maximum SF
at a section, Load position for maximum BM at a section for single point load, U.D.load
longer than the span, U.D.load shorter than the span, Influence lines for forces in members
of Pratt and Warren trusses.

UNIT-VI: Plastic Analysis (contact hours - 10)


Plastic Analysis: Introduction– Idealized stress– Strain diagram –shape factors for various
sections– Moment curvature relationship–ultimate moment –Plastic hinge –lower and
upper bound theorems –ultimate strength of fixed and continuous beams.

Learning Resources:

Text Books:
1. R C Hibbler,” Sructural Analysis” 10th edition, 2017, Person India
Publication

References:
1. C. K. Wang, Intermediate Structural Analysis, 1st Edition, 2017, McGraw-Hill India.
2. S P Gupta and G S Pandit , Theory of Structures - Volumes 1 and 2, 1st Edition, 2017,
Tata McGraw Hill.
4. Norris, Wilbur and Utku, Elementary Structural Analysis, 4th Revised
Edition, 1991, McGraHill.
5. C.S. Reddy, Basic Structural Analysis, 7th Edition, 1981, Tata McGraw Hill.
Web Resources:

NPTEL, December 31 2009, “structural analysis”


URL:http://nptel.ac.in/courses/105101085/

Course Outcomes: On completion of the course the student will be able to


CO1 Distinguish between the determinate and indeterminate structures.
Identify the behavior of structures due to the expected loads, including the
CO2
moving loads, acting on the structure.
Estimate the bending moment and shear forces in beams for different fixity
CO3
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Analyze the continuous beams using various methods- slope deflection method,
CO4
Moment distribution method and Kani’s method.
Draw the influence line diagrams for various types of moving loads on
CO5
beams/bridges.
CO6 Analyze the strength of structural elements using plastic analysis

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
Assessment Weekly Monthly tests End Semester Total
Tool tests/Assignments (In Semester) Test
(In Semester)
Weightage 10% 30% 60% 100%
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CE 2205 SURVEYING- II PCC 2-1-0 3

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
The student will be able to
1. Explain the triangulation
2. Distinguish the different types of curves and methods of setting curves
3. Determine the Earth work computation
4. Train on utilization of surveying instruments like EDM, Total station and GPS.
5. Demonstrate basics of photogrammetry and mapping process.
6 Throw light on remote sensing elements.

Course Content:

UNIT-I: Triangulation (Contact Hours: 6)


Classification- indivisibility of station – Signals and towers-base line measurements –
Corrections – Satellite station and Reduction to center – Basinet. Trigonometric levelling
– Elevation of top of the tower same plane, Different planes.

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UNIT II: Curves (Contact Hours: 6)


Simple curves – Elements of simple curves – Methods of setting simple curves – Rankin’s
method – Two theodolite method – Compound curves – Elements of compound curves.

UNIT III: Earthwork Computations (Contact Hours: 7)


Embankments and cutting for a level section with and without transverse slopes, Simpson’s
method, Trapezoidal method, determination of the capacity of reservoir.

UNIT IV: Modern Field Survey Systems (Contact Hours: 10)

Principle of Electronic Distance Measurement, Modulation, Types of EDM instruments,


Distomat, Total Station – Parts of a Total Station – Accessories –Advantages and
Applications, Field Procedure for total station survey, Errors in Total Station Survey;
Global Positioning Systems- Segments, GPS measurements, errors and biases, Surveying
with GPS, Co-ordinate transformation, accuracy considerations, Differential GPS,
comparison between GPS and DGPS.

UNIT V: Photogrammetry Surveying (Contact Hours: 10)

Introduction, Basic concepts, perspective geometry of aerial photograph, relief and tilt
displacements, terrestrial photogrammetry, flight planning; Stereoscopy, ground control
extension for photographic mapping- aerial triangulation, radial triangulation, methods;
photographic mapping- mapping using paper prints, mapping using stereo plotting
instruments, mosaics, map substitutes.

UNIT VI: Remote Sensing (Contact Hours: 6)

Introduction –Electromagnetic Spectrum, interaction of electromagnetic radiation with the


atmosphere and earth surface, remote sensing data acquisition: platforms and sensors;
visual image interpretation; digital image processing.

COURSE OUTCOMES :
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to
CO1 Illustrate Earthwork computation by various methods.

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CO2 Determine the distances by using EDM

CO3 Discuss the total station and it’s practical applications

CO4 Carryout surveying using Total station

CO5 Mapping area using triangulation

CO6 Carryout data acquisition and interpretation

Learning Resources:

Text Books:

1. Dr. K.R. Arora, Surveying, Vol. II, 13th Edition, 2016,Standard Book House, Fifth
edition, 2001.
2. Dr.B.C. Punmia, Surveying, Vol. II, 16th Edition, 2016, Laxmi Publications Pvt. Ltd,
3. Dr. A.M.Chandra, Higher Surveying, 2nd Edition, 2006, New Age International
Publishers.

Web Resources:
1. IIT Kanpur, December 31 2009, “Surveying” URL:
http://www.nptelvideos.in/2012/11/surveying.html

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
Assessment Weekly Monthly tests End Semester Total
Tool tests/Assignments (In Semester) Test
(In Semester)
Weightage (%) 10% 30% 60% 100%

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WATER RESOURCES
PCC 2-1-0 3
CE 2206 ENGINEERING

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Course Learning Objectives:

1. To provide knowledge in the hydrologic cycle, precipitation, evapotranspiration,


infiltration and its measures.
2. To be familiarized with the construction of hydrograph for different durations of
rainfall
3. To develop the skills in modeling of flood flows and flood routing
4. To develop skills in the ground water flow, type of aquifers and yield from the well.
5. To impart the knowledge of various irrigation techniques, crop requirements and
different land management practices.
6. To familiarize with water logging and antiwater logging measures.

Course Content:

UNIT – I: Precipitation (Contact hours: 8)

Hydrological cycle, precipitation and its measurement, error in estimation, missing rainfall
data, consistency of rainfall records, intensity-duration-frequency curves, and Probable
Maximum Precipitation (PMP). Evaporation Consumptive Use and Infiltration: process
affecting factors, estimation and measurement techniques. Infiltration indices.

UNIT – II: Runoff (Contact hours: 10)

Runoff, components of runoff, hydrograph analysis, components, peaks flows, unit


hydrograph and its derivation from isolated and complex storms, S-curve hydrograph,
synthetic unit hydrograph, Instantaneous Unit Hydrograph, Runoff analysis.

UNIT – III: Floods (Contact hours: 7)

Types of floods and their estimation by different methods, probability and frequency
analysis, flood routing through reservoirs and channels, flood control measures, economics
of flood control.

UNIT – IV: Ground Water (Contact hours: 8)

Confined and unconfined aquifers, aquifer properties, hydraulics of wells under steady
flow conditions.Groundwater quality, Ground water recharge-necessity and methods of
improving ground water storage.Darcy’s law and its limitations.Formulation of governing
equations for groundwater movement.Hydraulics of flow towards wells.

UNIT – V: Irrigation (Contact hours: 7)

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Irrigation, crop requirements and yields, irrigation scheduling.Estimation of crop water


requirements, methods of irrigation, Micro irrigation and Sprinkler irrigation, Weirs on
permeable foundations. Canals layout, stable channels, and silt control, canal losses.

UNIT – VI: Water Logging & drainage (Contact hours: 5)

Theory of subsurface drainage.Seawater intrusion and its control, approximate


solution.Water logging-causes, effects and its prevention. Salt efflorescence causes and
effects

COURSE OUTCOMES: At the end of the course, student will be able to


CO1 Estimate the hydrological parameters.
CO2 Compute the missing rainfall, consistency and average rainfall of a region.
CO3 Interpret hydrograph, S-Hydrograph, unit hydrograph and IUH
CO4 Carryout statistical and probability analysis of hydrological data
CO5 Visualize and understand the occurrence and movement of ground water.
CO6 Identify the appropriate irrigation technique to increase the crop efficiency.

Learning Resources:
Text Book:
1. K. Subramanyan, “Engineering Hydrology”, Fourth Edition., Tata McGraw Hill,
New Delhi, 2013

Reference Books:
1. Dr. P.N. Modi, “Irrigation, Water Resources & Water Power Engineering”, 9th
ed., Standard Book House, New Delhi, 2014.
2. Dr. B.C. Punmia& Dr. Pande B.B. Lal, “ Irrigation and water power Engineering
“, 16th ed., Laxmi Publications Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 2009
3. K.N Duggal, “Elements of Water Resources Engineering”, New age international
Publishers, 2003
4. R.K. Linsley and J.L.H. Paulhus: Water Resources Engineering, McGraw Hill
Book Co., 1992
Web Resources:
1. IIT Kanpur, December 31 2009, ‘Water Resources Engineering’, URL:
https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105104103/

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2. IIT Kharagpur, December 31 2009, ‘Water Resources Engineering’, URL:


https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105105110/

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
Assessment Weekly Monthly tests End Semester Total
Tool tests/Assignments (In Semester) Test
(In Semester)
Weightage 10% 30% 60% 100%
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CONCRETE
PCC 0-0-3 1.5
CE 2282 TECHNOLOGY LAB

Course objectives/Outcomes:
On the completion of the course student will be able to
1. Determine the consistency and fineness of cement.
2. Determine the setting times of cement.
3. Determine the specific gravity and soundness of cement.
4. Determine the compressive strength of cement.
5. Determine the workability of cement concrete by compaction factor, slump and
Vee – Beetests
6. Determine the specific gravity of coarse aggregate and fine aggregate by Sieve
analysis.
7. Determine the flakiness and elongation index of aggregates.
8. Determine the various strengths like compressive strength, split tensile strength and
flexural strength of the concrete.
Cement Testing:

1. Normal Consistency
2. Initial and Final Setting Time
3. Soundness
4. Fineness of Cement
5. Compressive Strength of Cement

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Aggregate Properties:
6. Grade analysis of Fine and Coarse aggregates
7. Loose and Bulk density of Coarse and Fine aggregates
8. Water absorption of coarse aggregates and Angularity number
9. Specific gravity of Fine and coarse aggregate

Tests on Fresh concrete:


10. Workability (Slump Test)
11. Workability (Compaction factor Test)
12. Workability on self-compacting concrete(V-box, L-box, J- ring test)

Tests on Hardened Concrete:


12. Compressive strength of Concrete
14. Split tensile strength of concrete
15. Flexural strength of concrete
16. Bond strength of concrete

Course Nature Practical


Assessment Method
Assessment Experiments related Record Viva-Voce/ Total
Tool Quiz/MCQ/Lab
(In semester) project
Weightage (%) 20% 10% 10% 40%
Assessment Procedure/Description of the Results Viva-Voce
Tool experiment with relevant
(End semester) information and
Discussion on Results
Weightage (%) 30% 10% 20% 60%

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HYDRAULICS
ENGINEERING PCC 0-0-3 1.5
CE 2281 LABORATORY

Course Objectives /Course Outcomes:

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On completion of the course the student will be able to


1. To provide students with a solid foundation in fluid flow principles
2. Estimate the friction and measure the frictional losses in fluid flow
3. Experiment with flow measurement devices like venturimeter and orifice meter.
4. Predict the coefficient of discharge for flow through pipes
Conduct experiments (in teams) in pipe flows and open channel flows and
5. interpreting date from model studies to prototype cases, as well as documenting
them in reports.
6. The ability to analyze experimental data and develop empirical equations
7. The ability to communicate in written reports

LIST OF EXPERIMENTS
1) Venturi meter and Orifice meter
2) Pitot tube
3) Rota meter
4) Bernoulli’s Experiment
5) Notches and Weirs
6) Orifices and Mouth Pieces
7) Free and Forced Vortices
8) Friction Losses
9) Fransis Turbine
10) Impact of jets

Course Nature Practical


Assessment Method
Assessment Experiments related Record Viva-Voce/ Total
Tool Quiz/MCQ/Lab
(In semester) project
Weightage (%) 20% 10% 10% 40%
Assessment Procedure/Description of the Results Viva-Voce
Tool experiment with relevant
(End semester) information and
Discussion on Results
Weightage (%) 30% 10% 20% 60%

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CE 3101 Advanced Structural Analysis PEC 2-1-0 3

Course Learning Objectives: The student will be able to

1. Familiarize Students with Different types of Structures


2. Understand Concepts of lateral Load analysis
3. Familiarize Cables and Suspension Bridges
4. Analyse the problems using Kani’s method
5. Understand Analysis of Matrix methods
6. Understand concepts of moving loads and influence lines

Course Content:

UNIT-I (Contact hours: 6)


Suspension Bridges: Stresses in suspended loaded cables, length of cable, simple
suspension bridge with 3-hinged stiffening girders for static load, Influence lines for
horizontal and vertical components of tension in the cable, tension in the cable, bending
moment and shear force

UNIT-II (Contact hours: 8)


Moving loads on trusses/girders: Influence line for forces in members of statically
determinate plane framed structures under moving loads for Warren girder, Pratt truss,
and Curved flange truss.

Unit - III: (Contact hours: 5)


Approximate methods of structural analysis, application to building frames. (i) Portal
method (ii) Cantilever method.

UNIT – IV: Kani’s Method: (Contact hours: 8)


Analysis of continuous beams, including settlement of supports and single bay portal
frames with side sway by Kani’s method.

UNIT-V (Contact hours: 9)

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Flexibility Matrix Method: Determination of static and kinematic indeterminacy –


Equilibrium and compatibility conditions-Principles of superposition, Application of
Flexibility Matrix Method to continuous beams, plane-trusses, plane-frames and Ortho grid
structures (Static indeterminacy not exceeding three)-Effect of temperature, Lack of fit and
Pre-stressing forces

UNIT-VI (Contact hours: 9)


Stiffness Matrix Method: Application of Stiffness Matrix Method to continuous beams,
plane trusses, plane frames and ortho grid structures (Degree of freedom not exceeding
three) Construction of stiffness Matrix for frames-Direct Method.

Learning Resources:
Text Books:
1. Devdas Menon, "Advanced Structural Analysis", Narosa Publishing House, 2009.

Reference Books:

1. Amin Ghali, Adam M Neville and Tom G Brown, "Structural Analysis: A Unified
Classical and Matrix Approach", Sixth Edition, 2009, Chapman & Hall.
2. Devdas Menon, "Structural Analysis", Narosa Publishing House, 2nd edition 2018.
3. AsslamKassimali, "Matrix Analysis of Structures", 2nd edition , 2011.
4. R C Hibbler ‘Sructural Analysis’, 9th edition,2017, Person India Publication

Web Resources:
1 IIT Madras, 2012, ‘Advanced Structural Analysis’ by Prof. Devdas Menon,
Department of Civil Engineering, URL:
http://www.nptelvideos.in/2012/11/advanced-structural-analysis.html

Course Outcomes: At the end of this course; the student will be able to
CO1 Differentiate Determinate and Indeterminate Structures
CO2 Carryout lateral Load analysis of structures
CO3 Analyse Cable and Suspension Bridge structures
CO4 Analyse structures using Kani’s method
CO5 Analyse structures using Matrix methods
Analyse the loads in Pratt and Warren trusses when loads of different types and
CO6
spans

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Assessment Method
Assessment Weekly tests Monthly tests End Semester Total
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Design of Reinforced Concrete
CE 3102 PCC 3-1-0 4
Structures

Course Learning Objectives:

The student will be able to

1. Understand the general mechanical behavior of reinforced concrete, design


philosophies, design requirements get introduced to IS:456 code
2. Understand the basic principles of limit state design, assumptions made in design
of flexure
3. Know the procedure for analysis and design of different types of slabs
4. Grasp the fundamentals of analysis and design of beams for shear and torsion,
checking for bond
5. Learn the design and detailing of columns
6. Learn the design and detailing of footings

Course Content:

UNIT-I: Design Philosophies (contact hours - 8)


Working stress method- design constants, singly reinforced beam, Introduction to ultimate
load method. Introduction, Concepts of limit state design, Basic statistical principles,
Characteristic loads, Characteristic strength, Partial load and safety factors, representative
stress-strain curves for cold worked deformed bars and mild steel bars. Assumptions in
limit state design, stress block parameters, limiting moment of Resistance.

UNIT-II- Design of Beams: (contact hours - 12)


Analysis at service and ultimate loads, Limit state design of singly and doubly reinforced
rectangular and flanged sections- T and L.
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UNIT-III-Design of Slabs: (contact hours - 12)


One-way and two way slabs for flexure at ultimate limit state as per IS 456; deflection
control. Introduction of flat and ribbed slabs
Design of stair cases (Limit state method): Types of stairs, Effective span, Distribution of
Loading on stairs, Design and detailing of dog – legged stair cases.

UNIT-IV Design for Shear, Torsion and Bond: (contact hours - 8)


Analysis and design with and without shear reinforcement at ultimate load limit state as per
IS 456, development length, splicing, curtailment, code specifications.

UNIT-V Design of Compression Members: (contact hours - 10)


Short and slender columns – under axial loads, uniaxial bending and biaxial bending,
Braced and un-braced columns, I S Code provisions, introduction to slender columns.

UNIT-VI: Design of Footings (contact hours - 10)


Types of footings, Design of isolated- square, rectangular and circular footings and
combined footing, Type of stair cases, Design of stair case.

Learing resources:

Text Books:
1. .UnnikrishnaPillai & DevdasMenon, ,"Reinforced concrete design" 3rd
Edition,2017, Tata Mc.Graw Hill ,New Delhi.
Reference Books:
1. N Subramanian ,“Design Reinforced concrete structures” , first edition 2013
Oxford Publications, New Delhi.
2. B.C.Punmia, Ashok Kumar Jain and Arun Kumar Jain,“Limit State Design” , first
edition 2007 , Laxmi, publications Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi
3. P.C.Varghese ,“Limit state designed of reinforced concrete” 2nd edition 2008
Printice Hall of India, New Delhi.
4. IS: 456-2000. “Guidelines for Reinforced concrete design” Bureau of Indian
Standards, New Delhi

Web resources:
1. IIT KHARAGPUR, December 31 2009, “Design of reinforced concrete structures”
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Course Outcomes:On completion of the course the student will be able to

CO1 Identify and compute the main mechanical properties of concrete and steel.
CO2 Identify and calculate the design loads and distribution.
CO3 Analyze and design R.C. slabs, Footings and stair cases
CO4 Analyze and design reinforced concrete flexural members.
CO5 Analyze and design for vertical and horizontal shear in reinforced concrete.
CO6 Analyze and design short and slender R.C. columns.

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
Assessment Weekly Monthly tests End Semester Total
Tool tests Test
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ENVIRONMENTAL
PCC 2-1-0 3
CE 3103 ENGINEERING-I

Course Learning Objectives:


On completion of the course the student will be able to

1. To identify the role of environmental engineer


2. To explain the necessity of protected water supply
3. To define and describe water characteristics and water quality standards
4. To explain the process of surface water and ground water treatment.
5. To apply the knowledge of water quality parameters and treatment principles for
designing of water treatment plant
6. To differentiate different types of water distribution networks

Course Content

Unit - I: Water Quality/ Characteristics (Contact hours: 08)

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Introduction to Environmental Engineering, role of environmental engineer.


Importance and necessity of protected water supply systems, objectives of protected water
supply system, wholesomeness and palatability, physical, chemical and biological
characteristics of water, their sources, and drinking water standards.
Water quality monitoring: Estimation of physical, chemical and biological characteristics,
different types of tests and equipments used for examinations.

Unit - II:Water Quantity Estimation (Contact hours: 06)


Water demand for various purposes, Population forecast, Different forecasting methods:
Arithmetic, Geometric, Incremental increase, logistic etc.

Unit – III: General Requirements for water supply (Contact hours: 07)
Flow chart of public water supply system Sources, intake, pumping and conveyance,
Different types of intakes, pumps, Design of conveyance pipe, Distribution reservoirs,
mass curve method.

Unit – IV:Surface Water Treatment for Potable Water Supply (Contact hours: 10)
Basic unit processes and operations for surface water treatment- flow-sheets.
Sedimentation: factors affecting efficiency, design values of various parameters, tube
settlers. Coagulation and flocculation: mechanisms, common coagulants, rapid mixing and
flocculating devices, G and GT values, Jar test, coagulant aids - polyelectrolyte etc.
Filtration: classification, slow and rapid sand filters, dual media filters, sand, gravel and
under-drainage system, mode of action, cleaning, limitations, operational difficulties,
performance, basic design consideration, Disinfection: chlorination, chemistry of
chlorination, kinetics of disinfection, chlorine demand, free and combined chlorine, break
point chlorination, super chlorination, de chlorination, chlorine residual, use of iodine,
ozone, ultraviolet rays and chlorine dioxide as disinfectants.

Unit – V: Ground Water treatment for potable water supply (Contact hours: 8)
Basic unit processes and operations for ground water treatment- flow-sheets.
Aeration: Types of aeration.Water softening: lime soda and Base Exchange methods,
principle reactions, design considerations, sludge disposal.Miscellaneous treatments:
removal of iron and manganese, taste, odour and colour, principles and methods; de-
fluoridation, reverse osmosis.

Unit – VI Water distribution systems and networks (Contact hours: 6)

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Requirements of water distribution, methods of distribution, Types of distribution layouts:


Dead end, Grid iron, radial, ring system, design values of various parameters, Hydraulic
analysis: Hardy cross method.

Learning resources
Text book:
1. Santhosh Kumar Garg, “Environmental Engineering Vo.I”, Khanna publishers,
21st edition, 2012

Reference Books:
1. Howard S.Peavy,” Environmental Engineering”, 1st edition 1985 Mc Graw-Hill
International editions
2. Gerard Kiely, “Environmental Engineering”, Tata McGraw-Hill Indian edition, 2007.
3. G.S. Birdi ,”Water supply and Sanitary Engineering”, Dhanpat Rai & Sons Publishers

Web resources:
1. NPTEL HRD, December 20, 2007,”Water and Waste water Engineering”
URL:http://nptel.ac.in/courses/105106119/#

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 understand the role of environmental engineer
CO 2 explain the objectives of protected water supply
CO 3 define and describe water characteristics and water quality standards
CO 4 differentiate the process of surface water and ground water treatment.
apply the knowledge of water quality parameters and treatment principles for
CO 5
designing of conventional water treatment plant units.
CO 6 compare different types of water distribution networks

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
Assessment Weekly tests Monthly tests End Semester Test Total
Tool
Weightage (%) 10% 30% 60% 100%

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CE 3104 Estimation and Costing PEC 3-0-0 3


Course Learning Objectives:
1. To make the learners to have comprehensive understanding of work book estimation
2. To make the learners appreciate the costing procedures for various construction works
3. To make the learners realize the actual construction process from drawings and vice
versa
4. To study and do valuation by different methods.
5. To understand the specifications and rate analysis.
6. To quantitative estimations for the buildings, roads & CD works.
Course Content:
UNIT-I: Introduction: (Contact hours: 5)
Introduction to Estimation & Costing – Types of estimates Principles in selecting units of
measurement for items, various units and modes of measurement for different trades. Basic
Principles of measurement – Degree of accuracy in measurements, I.S. 1200.Lump sum
and Contingency provisions in Estimates – Classification

UNIT-II: Specifications - Rate analysis: (Contact hours: 8)


Specifications – purpose and basic principles of general and detailed specifications detailed
specifications for various items of work Taking out quantity, Measurement and abstract
sheets and recording Categories of Labourers- Material requirements for different items of
works- Labour requirement for different items of works Standard Data Book- Task or Out
turn of labourers -Cost of materials and wages of labour Schedule of Rates- Revision of
rates- Market Rates Cost of conveyance- Handling charges, Preparation of bills of
quantities – MS Excel as Estimation Tool

UNIT-III: Estimation of buildings: (Contact hours: 8)


Method of Building Estimation: Quantification of various items of construction – Method
of building estimates -Illustrative examples Approximate estimates, purpose, various
methods used for buildings Detailed estimate – Load bearing masonry building Detailed
estimate – Framed structure, Bar bending schedule – Slab, Beam, Column& Footing –
Joinery – Building Services

UNIT-IV: Estimation of roads and CD works: (Contact hours: 10)


Detailed Road Estimation - Earthwork Methods, Metalled Road, CC Roads, Bitumen Top
Roads, Culverts – Pipe, Slab and Simple Bridge, Retaining walls. Microsoft Excel as a tool
for estimation.

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UNIT V: (Contact hours: 6)


Sanctioning of Estimates – Works – PWD Procedure: Organization of Engineering
Department – Works & Contracts Classification – Administrative &Expenditure Sanction
– Technical Sanction - Method of Carrying out works – Measurement Book- Rules &
Methods of Measurement - Public Works Accounting – Power of Sanction – Duties &
Oversee.

UNIT VI: Fundamentals and Methods of Valuation: (Contact hours: 8)


Principles & Purpose of valuation – Types, Mortgage &Lease Problems on valuation,
Valuer and his duties, Form of rent, different types of rent Years’ Purchase – Capital cost,
Method of valuation Reversion value of land, annuity perpetual, whole life Deferred
Depreciation – Obsolescence – Sinking fund.

Learning Resources:

Text Books:
1. B.N. Dutta, ‘Estimating & Costing in Civil Engineering Theory and Practice’, UBS
Publishers & Distributors Limited, New Delhi, 28th Revised Edition, 2016.

Reference Books:
1.Rangawala,‘Estimating, Costing and Valuation”, Charotar Publishing House Pvt Ltd,
17th Edition, 2017.
2. R C Kohli, “A Textbook of Estimating , Costing & Accounts ( Civil)”, S Chand & CompNY Pvt.
Ltd., New Delhi, 13th Edition. 2013.

Web Resources:
1.April 22 2018“Estimation and costing”
URL:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0veqwkJ_o6o

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Understand work book estimation

CO 2 Realize costing procedures for various construction works

CO 3 Execute the actual construction process from drawings and do estimation

CO 4 Preparation of DPRs

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CO 5 Apply MS Excel as a tool for estimation

CO 6 Engage in typical PWD practices of works execution

Assessment Method:
Course Nature Theory
Assessment Method
Monthly End Semester
Assessment Tool Weekly tests Total
tests Test
Weightage (%) 10% 30% 60% 100%

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CE 3105 Transportation Engineering-I PCC 2-1-0 3

Course Learning Objectives:


The student will be able to

1. To understand the highway development in India.


2. To understand concepts of various road cross sectional elements and geometric
design of highways.
3. To be familiarized with various tests on road materials and its suitability for road
construction.
4. To design the flexible pavements.
5. To design the rigid pavements.
6. To understand the construction and maintenance procedures of various types of
roads.

Course Content:

UNIT-I: Highway Development and Planning (Contact hours: 5)


Highway development in India, Necessity for Highway Planning, Different Road
Development Plans, Classification of Roads, Road Network Patterns, Planning Surveys,
Highway Alignment and factors affecting Alignment, Engineering Surveys.

UNIT-II: Highway Geometric Design (Contact hours:8)

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Importance of Geometric Design, Design controls and Criteria, Highway Cross Section
Elements, Sight Distance Elements-SSD, OSD &ISD, Design of Horizontal Alignment:
Super elevation, Extra widening, Transition Curves, Design of Vertical alignment,
Gradients, Vertical curves.

UNIT-III: Highway Materials (Contact hours: 8)


Sub-grade soil: classification by group index method (HRB), Subgrade soil strength:
California bearing ratio, modulus of subgrade reaction. Bituminous materials: types &
desirable properties, Tests on bitumen, Tests on Aggregates, Bituminous paving mixes:
Marshall Method of mix design.

UNIT-IV: Design of Flexible & Rigid Pavements (Contact hours: 8)


Objectives & Requirements of pavements, Types of Pavements, Functions of pavement
components, Design factors, Flexible Pavement Design Methods: CBR method, IRC
37:2012, Burmister method. Design of rigid pavements by IRC:58:2011, Design
Considerations: wheel load stresses, temperature stresses, frictional stresses, combination
of stresses, Design of slabs, Design of joints.
UNIT-V: Highway Construction &Drainage (Contact hours: 8)
Types of highway construction, Earthwork, Preparation of subgrade, Construction of earth
roads, Construction of gravel roads, and Construction of water bound macadam roads,
Construction of bituminous pavements, Construction of cement concrete pavements.
Highway Drainage, surface and sub-surface drainage.
UNIT VI: Traffic Engineering
Introduction, Traffic Characteristics, Traffic Operations, Design Intersections, Design of
Parking Facility, Highway Lighting, Traffic Planning and Administration.

Learning Resources:

Text Books:
1. Khanna& Justo, ‘Highway Engineering’, Nem Chand & Bros, Roorkee, revised
10th edition.

Reference Books:
1. Dr. L.R. Kadiyali& Dr. N.B.Lal, ‘Principles and Practice of Highway
Engineering’, Khanna Publication.2016 edition.
2. ParthaChakraborthy&Animesh Das, ‘Principles of Transportation Engineering’,
Prentice Hall of India Publications.2nd edition.

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3. L.R.Kadiyali, ‘TrafficEngineering’, Khanna Publishers, 7th edition.

Web Resources:
1. IITKharagpur, ‘Introduction to Transportation Engineering’
URL: http://www.nptelvideos.in/2012/11/introduction-to-transportation.html

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Explain the highway development in India.
Determine various road cross sectional elements and geometric design of
CO 2 highways.

Determine various tests on road materials and its suitability for road
CO 3 construction.

CO 4 Design the flexible pavements.

CO 5 Design the rigid pavements.

Improve the construction and maintenance procedures of various types of


CO 6 roads.

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
Assessment Tool Weekly tests Monthly tests End Semester Test Total
Weightage (%) 10% 30% 60% 100%

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EG3183 Employability Skills Lab-2 HSC 0L: 0T: 3P 1.5

Course Learning Objectives:


1. To expose the students to a variety of self-instructional, learner friendly modes of

language learning.

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2. To help the students cultivate the habit of reading passages from the computer

monitor, thus providing them with the required facility to face computer-based

competitive exams such GRE, TOEFL, GMAT etc.

3. To enable them to learn better pronunciation through stress on word accent,

intonation, and rhythm.

4. To initiate them into greater use of the computer in resume preparation, report

writing, format making etc.

Unit 1

Laboratory/Practicals 1.5 credits – 3 hrs Contact Period in a Week

(Total contact hours = 9 hrs)

1. Listening – Learn English Select – British Council


1.1 A Request From Your Boss
1.2 A Voice Mail Message

2. Speaking
2.1 British Council – A 2 – Modules – 6-10 – Text Material
2.2 At The Post Office – Spoken English – EFLU

3. Reading
3.1 Vocabulary Skills

4. Writing
4.1 Curriculum Vitae
4.2 E- Correspondence

5. Essential English Grammar


5.1 I – me – mine – myself ( 59-63)
5.2 Kate’s camera – ( 64)
5.3 a/an and some – (65-68)

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5.4 a/an and the – (69-73)


5.5 Some – any – no – none – (76-77)

6. Oxford Interactive Laboratory – LSRW software – Compulsory Practice -


Intermediate Level

7. Life Skills – Mega living! Achieving Mastery of the mind, body and character
6.1 The Ultimate Challenge

Unit 2

Laboratory/Practicals 1.5 credits – 3 hrs Contact Period in a Week

(Total contact hours = 9 hrs)

1. Listening – Learn English Select – British Council


1.1 Booking A Table
1.2 Business Cards

2. Speaking
2.1 British Council – A 2 – Modules – 11-15 – Text Material
2.2 At The Doctor’s – Spoken English – EFLU

3. Reading
3.1 Eye Reading and Visual Perception
3.2 Prediction Techniques

4. Writing
4.1 Note Making

5. Essential English Grammar


5.1 Someone – anything – nowhere (78-79)
5.2 Every and all – ( 80)
5.3 All – most – some – any – no – none (81)
5.4 Both – either – neither (82)
5.5 A lot – much – many – (a) little / (a) few (83-84)

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6. Oxford Interactive Laboratory – LSRW software – Compulsory Practice –


Intermediate Level

7. Life Skills – Mega living! Achieving Mastery of the mind, body and character
6.1 The Power of Limitless Living

Unit 3

Laboratory/Practicals 1.5 credits – 3 hrs Contact Period in a Week

(Total contact hours = 9 hrs)

1. Listening – Learn English Select – British Council


1.1 Finding The Library
1.2 Meeting A New Team Member

2. Speaking
2.1 British Council – A 2 – Modules – 16-20 – Text Material
2.2 Buying A Shirt – Spoken English – EFLU

3. Reading
3.1 Scanning Skills
3.2 Skimming Skills

4. Writing
4.1 Report Writing
5. Essential English Grammar
5.1 old – nice- interesting – quickly – badly – suddenly - (85 -86)
5.2 older (than) – the oldest – not as old as – (87-90)
5.3 enough and too – (91-92)
5.4 word order – (93-95)
5.5 and – but – or – because – when … - (97 - 98)

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6. Oxford Interactive Laboratory – LSRW software – Compulsory Practice -


Intermediate Level

7. Life Skills – Mega living! Achieving Mastery of the mind, body and character
6.1 The Promise of Mega Living

Unit 4

Laboratory/Practicals 1.5 credits – 3 hrs Contact Period in a Week

(Total contact hours = 9 hrs)

1. Listening – Learn English Select – British Council


1.1 Meeting Other Students
1.2 Meeting people At A Dinner

2. Speaking
2.1 British Council – B1 – Modules – 1-5 – Text Material
2.2 At The Market – Spoken English – EFLU

3. Reading
3.1 Intensive Reading Skills

4. Writing
4.1 Expansion Of Proverbs And Other

5. Essential English Grammar


5.1 If we go and if we went – (99-100)
5.2 A person (who) … a thing (that/which) … - (101-102)
5.3 At – until – before – (103- 105)
5.4 Is – under – through – (106 - 110)
5.5 Good at (doing) – listen to – (112-113)

6. Oxford Interactive Laboratory – LSRW software – Compulsory Practice -


Intermediate Level

7. Life Skills – Mega living! Achieving Mastery of the mind, body and character

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7.1 Excelling With The and Igniting Yourself

Unit 5

Laboratory/Practicals 1.5 credits – 3 hrs Contact Period in a Week

(Total contact hours = 9 hrs)

1. Listening – Learn English Select – British Council


1.1 Ordering In A Cafe
1.2 Organizing A Group Project

2. Speaking
2.1 British Council – B 1 – Modules – 6-10 – Text Material
2.2 In The Library– Spoken English – EFLU

3. Reading
3.1 Reading Practice Exercises

4. Writing
4.1 Describing Pictures

5. Essential English Grammar


5.1 go in – fall off – run away - (114 – 115)
5.2 varieties of English

6. Oxford Interactive Laboratory – LSRW software – Compulsory Practice -


Intermediate Level

7. Life Skills – Mega living! Achieving Mastery of the mind, body and character
7.1 Your Mind And Its Unlimited Potential – Your Commitment To Self
Mastery:Kaizen

Resources

Text

1. British Council A2 Level Book

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2. Spoken English : A Self Learning Guide To conversation Practice –


By: V.Sasi Kumar
PV Dhamija
3. Effective Technical Communication
By: M Ashraf Rizvi
4. English For Empowerment
By: G. Damodar
D. Venkateshwarlu
M. Narendra
M. Sarath Babu
GM. Sundaravalli
5. Mega Living
By: Robin Sharma
6. Raymond Murphy: Essential English Grammar: A Self-Study Reference and
Practice Book (CUP)
7. A Communicative Grammar of English – Geoffrey Leech and Jan Svartvik

Web

1. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/beginner-a1-listening/request-your-boss
2. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/beginner-a1-listening/voicemail-message
3. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/beginner-a1-listening/booking-table
4. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/beginner-a1-listening/business-cards
5. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/beginner-a1-listening/finding-library
6. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/beginner-a1-listening/meeting-new-team-
member
7. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/beginner-a1-listening/meeting-other-
students
8. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/beginner-a1-listening/meeting-people-
dinner
9. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/beginner-a1-listening/ordering-caf
10. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/beginner-a1-listening/organising-group-
project

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Overall Course Outcomes

1. Using English languages, both written and spoken, competently and correctly.
2. Improving Comprehension and fluency of speech.
3. Gaining confidence in using English in verbal situations.

Assessment Method

Weightage (%) Internal External Marks Total Marks


Marks
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CE 3181 Soil Mechanics Lab PCC 0-0-3 1.5

Course Objectives / Course Outcomes:


On completion of the course the student will be able to

1. To identify the engineering properties of given soil

2. To determine the permeability of the given soil

3. To estimate the optimum moisture content and maximum dry density of given soil

4. To determine the compaction and consolidation of given soil

5. To predict the shear strength parameters of given soil

6. To determine the engineering properties of given soil

List of Experiments:
1. Soil Moisture Content
2. Soil Specific Gravity
3. Grain size Analysis – Mechanical Method
4. Hydrometer Analysis
5. Atterberg Limits (Liquid limit, Plastic limit and Shrinkage limit)
6. Vane shear test
7. Compaction test (Standard Proctor test & Modified proctor test)

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8. Consolidation Test
9. Sand replacement method
10. Core cutter Method
11. Direct Shear Test
12. Tri-axial test apparatus
13. Falling head permeability test
14. Constant head permeability test

Course Nature Practical


Assessment Method
Assessment Tool Viva-Voce/
Experiments related Record Total
(In semester) Quiz/MCQ/Lab project
Weightage (%) 25% 5% 10% 40%
Procedure/Description of the
Assessment Tool experiment with relevant
Results Viva-Voce Total
(End semester) information and
Discussion on Results
Weightage (%) 30% 10% 20% 60

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CE 3182 Transportation Engineering Lab PCC 0-0-3 1.5

Course Objectives / Course Outcomes:


On completion of the course the student will be able to
1. To determine the properties aggregates
2. To determine the properties of bitumen
3. To determine the California Bearing Ratio percentage of given soil

List of Experiments:
1. TESTS ON AGGREGATE:
a. Specific gravity
b. Sieve analysis
c. Flakiness index
d. Elongation index
e. Crushing value
f. Impact value

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g. Abrasion value.
2. TESTS ON BITUMEN:
a. Specific gravity
b. Penetration value
c. Softening point
d. Ductility
e. Flash and Fire point.
3. TESTS ON SOILS:
a. California Bearing Ratio

Course Nature Practical


Assessment Method
Assessment Viva-Voce/
Tool Experiments related Record Quiz/MCQ/Lab Total
(In semester) project
Weightage (%) 25% 5% 10% 40%
Procedure/Description of
Assessment
the experiment with relevant
Tool Results Viva-Voce Total
information and
(End semester)
Discussion on Results
Weightage (%) 30% 10% 20% 60

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Building planning and Computer


PCC 1-0-3 2.5
CE 32XX Aided Drawing Lab

Course Learning Objectives:

1. Demonstrate building bye-laws and regulations.


2. Imparting the planning aspects of residential buildings.
3. Implementation of plan, section and elevation of building in AutoCAD
4. Make use of drawing doors and windows in AutoCAD

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5. Improve in drawing and detailing of reinforcement in slabs,beams and columns etc.,


in AutoCAD

Course Content:

UNIT I: (Contact hours:7)


Building Byelaws, Regulations and Residential Buildings
Introduction- terminology- objectives of building byelaws- floor area ratio- floor space
index- principles under laying building bye laws- classification of buildings- open space
requirements – built up area limitations- height of buildings- wall thickness – lightening
and ventilation requirements, Minimum standards for various parts of buildings
requirements of different rooms and their grouping- characteristics of various types of
residential buildings and relationship between plan, elevation and forms and functions.

UNIT II: (Contact hours: 8)


Doors, Windows, Ventilators, Planning And Designing Of Buildings
Sign conventions of all materials brick,stoneetc., DrawPanelled door, panelled and glazed
door, glazed windows, paneled windows, swing ventilators, fixed ventilators. Draw the
Plan, Elevation and Sections of a Residential and Public buildings from the given line
diagram

Lab content:

LIST OF EXPERIMENTS:
1. Introduction to computer aided drafting
2. Software for Auto CAD – Introduction to different software
3. Practice exercises on AutoCAD software and commands with different shapes
(a) Exercise-1
(b) Exercise-2
(c) Assignment-1
4. Drawing of plans of buildings using software a) Single storeyed buildings 2 BHK
building b) multi storeyed buildings
(a) Exercise- 1: Plan of the building
(b) Exercise-2: Section and Elevation of the building plan by representing building
components
(c) Exercise -3: Site plan and building plan

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5. Detailing of building components like Doors and Windows etc., using CAD
software
6. Drawing and detailing of reinforcement in Building Components
(a) Exercise-1- Beams
(b) Exercise-2 – Columns and Footings
(c) Exercise-3 – Slabs
(d) Beam Column junction and non-structural components

Learing resources:
Text Books:
1. Gurucharan Singh and Jagadish Singh,”Planning, designing and Scheduling”2009,
Standard Publishers Distributors
2. M. Chakravarthi ,“Building planning and drawing”.Charotar Publishing House Pvt. Ltd. –
Anand , 7th Revised edition (2013)
References:
1. M G Shah, C M Kale and S Y Patki ,“Building drawing” , 1985, Tata McGraw Hill,
New
Delhi.
2. M G Shah and C M Kale,” Principles of Building Drawing”, Trinity Publications, New
Delhi.
3. B. P. Verma, “Civil Engineering drawing and House planning”, Khanna publishers,
New Delhi.
4. Suraj Singh,“Civil Engineering Building practice”, : CBS Publications New Delhi, and
Chennai.
5. G. C Saha and Joy Gopal Jana, “Building Materials and Construction”, Mcgraw Hill
Education (P ) India Ltd. New Delhi.

Web resources:
1. August-23, 2017, “Auto Cad Tutorials-plan section and elevation”,
URL:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nib02vEKT2M.

Course outcomes:

After successful completion of the course, the learners would be able to…

Adapt the skills of drawing building elements and plan the buildings as
CO 1
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CO 2 able to aware of commands in Auto CAD


CO 3 Develop building plan,section and elevation in AutoCAD.

CO 4 Draw different building components like doors and windows.

Evaluate reinforcement detailing in slabs, beams and columns etc. in


CO 5
AutoCAD.

For Theory + Lab course:

Course Nature Theory + Lab


Assessment Method
Assessment Weekly Monthly tests End Semester Total
Tool Assignments (Theory -3) Test
/Charts/Drawings (Lab +Theory
question)
Average (Min 8 Best of two Max Marks-40
charts) (Max Marks-
15)
Weightage 30% 30% 40% 100%
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DESIGN OF STEEL
PCC 3-1-0 4
CE 3201 STRUCTURES

Course Objectives:

The student will be able to


1. Learn the behavior and design of structural steel components.
2. Familiarize Students with different types of Connections and relevant IS codes
3. Equip student with concepts of design of flexural members
4. Understand Design Concepts of tension and compression members in trusses

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5. Familiarize students with different types of Columns and column bases and their
Design
6. Familiarize students with Plate girder and Gantry Girder and their Design

Course Content:

UNIT – I: Bolted and Welded connections: (contact hours - 14)


Introduction, Advantages and disadvantages of welding- Strength of welds-Butt and fillet
welds: Permissible stresses – IS Code requirements. Design of welds fillet weld subjected
to moment acting in the plane and at right angles to the plane of the joints, beam to beam
and beam to Column connections.

UNIT –II: Tension Members and Compression Members: (contact hours - 10)
General Design of members subjected to direct tension and bending – effective length of
columns. Slenderness ratio – permissible stresses. Design of compression members, struts
etc.

UNIT – III: Beams: (contact hours - 8)


Allowable stresses, design requirements as per IS Code-Design of simple and built-up
beams-Curtailment of flange plates, Beam to beam connection, check for deflection, shear,
buckling, check for bearing, laterally unsupported beams.

UNIT – IV: Design of Built Up Compression Members (contact hours - 8)


Design of lacings and batten. Design Principles of Eccentrically loaded columns splicing
of columns. Design of Column Foundations: Design of slab base and gusseted bases.
Column bases subjected moment.

UNIT - V: Roof Trusses: (contact hours - 10)


Different types of trusses – Design loads – Load combinations IS Code recommendations,
structural details – Design of simple roof trusses involving the design of purlins, members
and joints – tubular trusses.

UNIT – VI: Plate Girder & Gantry Girder: (contact hours - 10)
Design consideration – I S Code recommendations Design of plate girder Welded –
Curtailment of flange plates stiffeners – splicing and connections. Gantry girder impact
factors - longitudinal forces, Design of Gantry girders.

Learning resources:
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Text Books:
1. N Subramanian ,"Design of Steel Structures- Limit State Method" , 2nd edition 2016 ,
Oxford Press, New Delhi
2. K. S. Sairam, “Design of Steel Structures”, 2nd edition 2015, Pearson Education India,
New Delhi.
3. S.K. Duggal, Tata Mcgraw Hill ,"Design of steel structures", 2009 ,New Delhi

References:
1. P Dayaraththam,” Design of steel structures” , S Chand Publication, New Delhi
2. B.C. Punmia “Comprehensive Design of Steel structures”, , Ashok Kumar Jain and Arun
Kumar Jain,2nd edition 2015 , Laxmi Publications, New Delhi.
3. M.Raghupathi, “Design of Steel Structures”, 1995 , Tata Mc. Graw-Hill

Web Resources :
1. IIT MADRAS, December 31 2009, “Design of steel structures”
URL:http://nptel.ac.in/courses/105106112/

Course Outcomes:On completion of the course the student will be able to

Design bolted and welded connections for tension and compression members and
CO1
beams.
CO2 Identify and compute the design loads on a typical steel building.
Identify the different failure modes of steel tension and compression members
CO3
and beams, and compute their design strengths.
Select the most suitable section shape and size for tension and compression
CO4
members and beams according to specific design criteria.
Identify the different failure modes of bolted and welded connections, and
CO5
determine their design strengths.
CO6 Design Plate Girder and Gantry Girder with connection detailing.

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
Assessment Weekly Monthly tests End Semester Total
Tool tests Test

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ENVIRONMENTAL
PEC 2-1-0 3
CE 3203 ENGINEERING-II

Course Learning Objectives:


On completion of the course the student will be able to

1. To define and describe waste water characteristics


2. To list the effluent standards for safe disposal, IS:10500
3. To explain the process of waste water treatment.
4. To apply the knowledge of waste water parameters in design of conventional
waste water treatment plant
5. To design and analyze waste water collection system
6. To impart the knowledge of advanced waste water treatment systems.

Course Content:

UNIT- I: Sewage Characteristics (Contact hours:08)


Characteristics of sewage: composition and chemistry of sanitary sewage, B.O.D, C.O.D,
etc, their sources and examinations, physical, chemical, bacteriological standards for
disposal of effluent.

UNIT –II: Introduction To Sewage Treatment (Contact hours:09)


Sewage treatment: aims, methods of treatment, flow-sheets for preliminary, primary,
Secondary and tertiary treatment. Preliminary treatment: Screening, Skimming, grit
chambers; process and design, disposal of screenings and grit. Primary treatment:
Sedimentation: Process and design

UNIT –III: Sewage Treatment-Biological (Contact hours:10)


Introduction to Microbiology: Microbial ecology and Growth kinetics; Types of
microorganisms; aerobic vs. anaerobic processes Secondary/ Biological treatment
methods; principles, trickling filter operation, re-circulation, activated sludge process and
its modifications, hydraulic design of trickling filter and activated sludge process, sludge

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volume index, operational problems in activated sludge process and trickling filters,
stabilization ponds.

UNIT –IV: Sludge Digestion and Disposal (Contact hours:06)


Sludge digestion: principles of anaerobic digestion, quantity and characterizations of
sludge, design of sludge digestion tanks, disposal of digested sludge, drying beds.

UNIT- V: Advanced Sewage Treatment (Contact hours:06)


Low cost sanitation: septic tanks and Anaerobic Filter - principles, operation and
suitability, design values, disposal of treated effluent. Tertiary Treatment methods, general
description.

UNIT –VI: Design of Sewers (Contacthours:06)


Various design parameters, Hydraulic formulae for design velocities, design of sewers.

Learning resources
Text Books:
1. Santhosh Kumar Garg,” Environmental Engineering Vol.II”, Khanna publishers,24tth
edition, 2012

References:
1. Howard S. Peavy, “Environmental Engineering”,1st Edition,1985, McGraw-Hill
International editions.
2. G.S. Birdi, “Water supply and sanitary Engineering” ,DhanpatRai& Sons Publishers
3. “Waste water Engineering: Treatment, Disposal and reuse “,Metcalf&Eddy, 4th
Edition, 2002, McGraw-Hill Indian editions.

WED RESOURSES:
1. NPTEL HRD, December 20, 2007,”Water and Waste Water Engineering”
URL: http://nptel.ac.in/courses/105106119/#

COURSE OUTCOMES: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 explain physical ,chemical and biological characteristics of waste water
CO 2 list different effluent standards for safe disposal, IS:10500
CO 3 Acquire knowledge to explain the process of waste water treatment.
CO 4 cope up with the basic operation of unit processes for conventional sewage
treatment plant

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CO 5 design different units of waste water treatment plant


CO 6 Analyze sewage network system.

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
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FOUNDATION
PCC 2-1-0 3
CE 3204 ENGINEERING

Course Learning Objectives:


The student will be able to

1. Classify the characterization of soils.


2. Explain the bearing capacity of soils.
3. Design the shallow foundations.
4. Design the deep foundations.
5. Understand the concepts of earth pressure theory and stability of slopes.
6. Demonstrate the stability of slopes.

Course Content:
UNIT-I: (Contact hours: 5)
Methods of soil exploration – Boring and Sampling methods – Penetration Tests – Plate
load test – Pressure meter – preparation of soil investigation report.

UNIT-II: Bearing capacity: (Contact hours: 8)


Bearing capacity of Foundations using general bearing capacity equation – Meyerhof’s,
Brinch Hansen’s and Vesic’smethods. Types of shear failures, correction factors, ultimate
and allowable stresses, Settlements of foundations, immediate, consolidation and creep
settlements.

UNIT-III: Shallow Foundations: (Contact hours: 8)


Types - choice of foundation – Location of depth – Safe Bearing Capacity – Terzaghi,
Meyerhof, Skempton and IS Methods Shallow Foundations - Settlement Criteria - Safe

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bearing pressure based on N- value – allowable bearing pressure; safe bearing capacity -
allowable settlements of structures.

UNIT-IV: Deep Foundations: (Contact hours: 8)


Types of piles – Load carrying capacity of piles based on static pile formulae in different
soils- Dynamic pile formulae – Pile load tests - Load carrying capacity of pile groups in
sands and clays – Settlement of pile groups.

UNIT-V: Earth Pressures: (Contact hours: 8)


Rankine’s theory of earth pressure – earth pressures different soils and layered soils –
Coulomb’s earth pressure theory – Culmann’s graphical method. Retaining Walls: Types
of retaining walls – stability of retaining walls against overturning, sliding, bearing
capacity and drainage from backfill.

UNIT-VI: Stability of Slopes: (Contact hours: 8)


Infinite and finite earth slopes – types of failures – factor of safety of infinite slopes –
stability analysis by Swedish arc method, standard method of slices, Bishop’s Simplified
method – Taylor’s Stability Number Stability of slopes of earth dams under different
conditions.

Learning Resources
Text Book:
1. Joseph E. Bowles, ‘Foundation Analysis and Design’,The McGraw Hill
Companies,Fifth Edition.

Reference Books:
1. Gopal Ranjan, A.S.R. Rao, ‘Basic and Applied Soil Mechanics’, 3rdedition , 2016 , New
Age International (P) Limited publishers, India.
2. Braja M. Das, ‘Principles of Foundation Engineering’, Cengage learning Inc, 7th Edition
2010.

Web Resources:
1. IIT Kharagpur, July 17 2013, ‘Advanced Foundation Engineering’.
URL: https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105105039/

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Understand the characterization of soils.

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CO 2 Understand the bearing capacity of soils.


CO 3 Design the shallow foundations.
CO 4 Design the deep foundations.
CO 5 Elaborate the concepts of earth pressure theory and stability of slopes.
CO 6 Discuss of stability of slopes.

Assessment Method:
Course Nature Theory
Assessment Method
Assessment Tool Weekly tests Monthly tests End Semester Test Total
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CE 3205 Transportation Engineering-II PEC 2-1-0 3

Course Learning Objectives:


The student will be able to

1. Illustrate the development of railways in India


2. Design the track and horizontal and vertical curves of railways.
3. Explain track drainage and signalizations.
4. Categorize the concepts of dock and harbor engineering.
5. Demonstrate the concepts of airport engineering.
6. Explain the concepts of tunnels.

Course Content:
UNIT-I: Railway Engineering-I (Contact hours: 5)
Historical Development of Railways in India, Advantages of Railways, Classification of
Railways, Permanent Way & its components, functions. Track volume and Track capacity.

UNIT-II: Railway Engineering-II (Contact hours: 8)


Rail Joints, Welding of rails and Creep of rails. Track Geometric Design, Gradients,
Horizontal and Vertical curves, super elevation, Negative Super elevation, Coning of
Wheels.

UNIT-III: Railway Engineering-III (Contact hours: 8)

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Turnouts: Left Hand Turnout, Track Junctions, Points and crossings, Tracks Drainage,
Railway Stations and Yards, Signaling.

UNIT-IV: Dock and Harbor Engineering (Contact hours: 8)


Layout of Port, Components and Functions, Classification of Ports, Harbor and its
classification, Site selection of ports &harbors, Natural phenomenon - Tides, Wind, Waves
& Currents, Navigational aids.

UNIT-V: Airport Engineering (Contact hours: 8)


Layout of Airports, Aircraft components and functions, Aircraft characteristics, Airport
site selection, Airport obstructions, Wind rose Diagram, Runway design, Taxiway.

UNIT-VI: Tunnels (Contact hours: 8)


Alignment of tunnels – Cross-section of tunnels – Construction methods of Tunnels –
Tunnel lining – Ventilation – Drainage

Learning Resources:
Text Books:
1. B.L. Gupta and Amit Gupta, ‘Roads, Railways. Bridge, Tunnels & Harbor dock
Engineering’, Standard Publishers Distributors.3rd edition 2011.

Reference Books:
1. S.C. Saxena& S Arora, ‘Railway Engineering', Dhanpatrai Publications, 6th
Edition 2010.
2. Srinivasan, ‘Docks &Harbor Engineering’, Charotar Publishing House, 7th Edition
2012.
3. S.K. Khanna& M.G. Arora& S.S. Jain, ‘Airport Planning & Design’, Nem Chand
& Brothers, 5th Edition 1999.

Web Resources:
1. IIT Roorkee, ‘Transportation Engineering – II’
URL: http://www.nptelvideos.in/2012/11/transportation-engineering-ii.html

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Understand the development of railways in India

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CO 2 Design the track and horizontal and vertical curves of railways

CO 3 Demonstrate the concepts of track drainage and signalizations

CO 4 Analyze the concepts of dock and harbor engineering

CO 5 Discuss about the concepts of airport engineering

CO 6 Predict about the tunnels

Assessment Method:
Course Nature Theory
Assessment Method
Assessment Tool Weekly tests Monthly tests End Semester Test Total
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Communicative Competence
EG3284 HSC 0L: 0T: 3P 1.5
Lab-3

Course Learning Objectives:


5. To expose the students to a variety of self-instructional, learner friendly modes of
language learning.
6. To help the students cultivate the habit of reading passages from the computer
monitor, thus providing them with the required facility to face computer-based
competitive exams such GRE, TOEFL, GMAT etc.
7. To enable them to learn better pronunciation through stress on word accent,
intonation, and rhythm.
8. To initiate them into greater use of the computer in resume preparation, report
writing, format making etc.
9. Soft Skills Will Enable the students become more aware of perfect life and to
improve their quality of their personal and professional lives.

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Unit 1

Laboratory/Practicals 1.5 credits – 3 hrs Contact Period in a Week

(Total contact hours = 9 hrs)

8. Listening – Learn English Select – British Council


8.1 A Morning Briefing
8.2 An Invitation To A Party

9. Speaking
9.1 British Council – B1 – Modules – 6-8 – Text Material
9.2 At The Tailors – Spoken English – EFLU

10.Reading
10.1 A Poster AT Work
10.2 A Poster For Exam Candidates

11.Writing
11.1 Learning About Collocations

12.Communicative Grammar
5.1 Intonation

13.Oxford Interactive Laboratory – LSRW software – Compulsory


Practice - Intermediate Level

14.Life Skills – Mega living! Achieving Mastery of the mind, body


and character
14.1 Your Mind And Its Unlimited Potential
14.2 The nature of The Mind-The Ultimate Super Power

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Unit 2

Laboratory/Practicals 1.5 credits – 3 hrs Contact Period in a Week

(Total contact hours = 9 hrs)

8. Listening – Learn English Select – British Council


8.1 Changing A Meeting Time
8.2 Changing Plans

9. Speaking
9.1 British Council – B1 – Modules – 9-11 – Text Material
9.2 At The Chemists– Spoken English – EFLU

10.Reading
10.1 A Message To a New Friend
10.2 An Email From a Friend

11.Writing
11.1 Grammatical Aspects of Collocations

12.Communicative Grammar
5.1 Intonation

13.Oxford Interactive Laboratory – LSRW software – Compulsory


Practice – Intermediate Level

14.Life Skills – Mega living! Achieving Mastery of the mind, body


and character
6.1 Discipline And Will Power-The Golden Keys

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Unit 3

Laboratory/Practicals 1.5 credits – 3 hrs Contact Period in a Week


(Total contact hours = 9 hrs)

8. Listening – Learn English Select – British Council


8.1 Four Conversations
8.2 Leaving a Message

9. Speaking
9.1 British Council – A 2 – Modules – 12-14 – Text Material
9.2 At The Railway Station– Spoken English – EFLU

10.Reading
10.1 An End of term report
10.2 An Invitation to a Job Interview

11.Writing
11.1 Special Aspects of Collocations

12.Communicative Grammar
12.1 Intonation

13.Oxford Interactive Laboratory – LSRW software – Compulsory


Practice - Intermediate Level

14.Life Skills – Mega living! Achieving Mastery of the mind, body


and character
6.1 The Feel Good Principle And Beliefs: How To Unleash vitality

Unit 4

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Laboratory/Practicals 1.5 credits – 3 hrs Contact Period in a Week

(Total contact hours = 9 hrs)

8. Listening – Learn English Select – British Council


8.1 Missing a Class
8.2 Understanding an Explanation

9. Speaking
9.1 British Council – B1 – Modules – 15-17 – Text Material
9.2 At The Tea Stall – Spoken English – EFLU

10.Reading
10.1 Choosing a Conference Venue
10.2 English Course Prospectus

11.Writing
11.1 Travel and the Environment

12.Communicative Grammar
5.1 Intonation

13.Oxford Interactive Laboratory – LSRW software – Compulsory


Practice - Intermediate Level

14.Life Skills – Mega living! Achieving Mastery of the mind, body


and character
14.1 Mega Things And The Enhancement of Positivity

Unit 5

Laboratory/Practicals 1.5 credits – 3 hrs Contact Period in a Week

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8. Listening – Learn English Select – British Council


8.1 Who’s who in the Office
8.2 A Phone Call From a Customer

9. Speaking
9.1 British Council – B 1 – Modules – 18-20– Text Material
9.2 An Interview– Spoken English – EFLU

10.Reading
10.1 Professional Profile Summaries
10.2 Study Skills Tips

11.Writing
11.1 People and Relationships

12.Communicative Grammar
5.1 Intonation

13.Communicative Grammar
5.1 Intonation

14.Oxford Interactive Laboratory – LSRW software – Compulsory


Practice - Intermediate Level

15.Life Skills – Mega living! Achieving Mastery of the mind, body


and character
15.1 The Magic of Goals: Your Visions of Excellence

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Resources
Text
8. British Council A2 Level Book
9. Spoken English : A Self Learning Guide To conversation Practice –
By: V.Sasi Kumar
PV Dhamija
10.English Collocations in Use – Michael Mc Carthy and Felicity O’Dell
11.Mega Living
By: Robin Sharma
12.A Communicative Grammar of English – Geoffrey Leech and Jan
Svartvik

Web
Listening
11.https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/pre-intermediate-a2-listening/morning-briefing
12.https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/pre-intermediate-a2-listening/invitation-party
13.https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/pre-intermediate-a2-listening/changing-meeting-
time
14.https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/pre-intermediate-a2-listening/changing-plans
15.https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/pre-intermediate-a2-listening/four-conversations
16.https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/pre-intermediate-a2-listening/leaving-message
17.https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/pre-intermediate-a2-listening/missing-class
18.https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/pre-intermediate-a2-listening/understanding-
explanation
19.https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/pre-intermediate-a2-listening/whos-who-office
20.https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/intermediate-b1-listening/phone-call-customer
Reading

1. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/beginner-a1-reading/poster-work
2. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/beginner-a1-reading/poster-exam-candidates
3. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/pre-intermediate-a2-reading/message-new-friend
4. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/pre-intermediate-a2-reading/email-friend

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5. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/pre-intermediate-a2-reading/end-term-report
6. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/pre-intermediate-a2-reading/invitation-job-
interview
7. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/pre-intermediate-a2-reading/choosing-conference-
venue
8. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/pre-intermediate-a2-reading/english-course-
prospectus
9. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/pre-intermediate-a2-reading/professional-profile-
summaries
10.https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/pre-intermediate-a2-reading/study-skills-tips

Overall Course Outcomes

4. Using English languages, both written and spoken, competently and


correctly.
5. Improving Comprehension and fluency of speech.
6. Gaining confidence in using English in verbal situations.
7. Life skills will enable them become decent citizens

Assessment Method

Weightage (%) Internal External Marks Total


Marks Marks
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ENVIRONMENTAL
PCC 0-0-3 1.5
CE 3282 ENGINEERING Lab

Course Learning Objectives/Outcomes:


1. To provide students with a solid foundation in water quality principles

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2. To estimate the physical characteristics of water and sewage


3. To measure the chemical characteristics of water and sewage
4. To predict the optimum chemical dosage for various water treatment processes
5. To analyze water quality by comparing experimental data with IS values
6. To interpret experimental results in reports and graphical forms

List of Experiments:

1. Estimation of pH and Electrical Conductivity


2. Determination of turbidity
3. Estimation of Odour
4. Determination of Total solids
5. Determination of Total volatile solids and Total fixed solids
6. Determination of Suspended solids and Dissolved solids
7. Determination of Chloride by Argentometric Method
8. Estimation of hardness
9. Estimation of alkalinity
10. Estimation of Dissolved Oxygen
11. Estimation of Biochemical Oxygen Demand
12. Estimation of Chemical Oxygen Demand
13. Determination of Optimum Coagulant Dosage

Course Nature Practical


Assessment Method
Assessment Tool Experiments related Record Viva-Voce/ Total
(In semester) Quiz/MCQ/Lab project
Weightage (%) 20% 10% 10% 40%
Assessment Tool Procedure/Description of the Results Viva-Voce
(End semester) experiment with relevant
information and
Discussion on Results
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FINITE ELEMENT
CE XX21 PEC 3-0-0 3
METHOD

Course Learning Objectives:

The objective of this course is:

1. Equip the students with the fundamentals of Finite Element Analysis.

2. Enable the students to formulate the design problems into FEA.

3. Enable the students to solve Boundary value problems using FEM.

4. To learn the theory and characteristics of finite elements that represent engineering
structures.

5. To understand the concepts of trusses, beams and frames by finite element method.

6. To understand the basic concepts of finite element formulation techniques.

Course Content:

UNIT I: INTRODUCTION FINITE ELEMENTAL ANALYSIS (Contact hours: 7)


Approximate solution of boundary value problems--Methods of weighted residuals,
approximate solution using variation method, Modified Galerkin method, Boundary
conditions and general comments.

UNIT II: FINITE ELEMENT FORMULATION TECHNIQUES (Contact hours: 6)


Basic finite element concepts-Basic ideas in a finite element solution, General finite
element solution procedure, Finite element equations using modified Galerkin method,
Application: Axial deformation of bars, axial spring element.

UNIT III: ANALYSIS OF TRUSSES (Contact hours: 10)


Analysis of trusses-Two dimensional truss element, three dimensional space truss element,
Stresses due to lack of fit and temperature changes.

UNIT IV: BEAM ANALYSIS (Contact hours: 8)


Beam bending-Governing differential equation for beam bending, two node beam element,
and exact solution for uniform beams subjected to distributed loads using superposition,
Calculation of stresses in beams, Thermal stresses in beams.

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UNIT V: ISOPARAMETRIC FORMULATION & SOLUTION (Contact hours: 8)


Higher order elements for one dimensional problems-Shape functions for second order
problems, Isoperimetric mapping concept, Quadratic Iso-parametric element for general
one dimensional boundary value problem, One dimensional numerical integration,
Application: Heat conduction through a thin film.

UNIT-VI: BOUNDARY VALUE PROBLEM (Contact hours: 6)


Two dimensional boundary value problems using triangular elements, Equivalent
functional for general 2D BVP, A triangular element for general 2D BVP, Numerical
examples.

Learning Resources:

Text Books:
1. Robert D. Cook, Michael E Plesha ‘Concepts and applications of Finite Element
Analysis’,2001 ,4th Edition, John Wiley & sons Publications.

Reference Books:
1. Tirupati R. Chandrupatla, Ashok D. Belgunda ‘Introduction to Finite Elements in
Engineering’, 4thedition ,2011, PHI publications.
2. Bhatti, M.A., ‘Fundamental Finite Element Analysis and Applications: with
Mathematica and Matlab Computations’, Wiley, 1st edition , 2005.
3. David V. Hutton ‘Fundamentals of Finite Element Analysis’, Tata McGraw-Hill , 1st
edition , 2003 .
4. C.S. Krishna Murthy ‘Finite element Analysis- Theory and programming’, 2013 ,Tata
McGra Hill.

Web Resources:
IIT Madras, July 02, 2012, ‘Finite element analysis’ (NPTEL)
1.http://nptel.ac.in/courses/105106051/

COURSE OUTCOMES:At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Solve simple boundary value problems using Numerical technique of Finite
element method.

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CO 2 Develop finite element formulation of one and two dimensional problems and
solve them.
CO 3 Assemble Stiffness matrices, Apply boundary conditions and solve for the
displacements.
CO 4 Compute Stresses and Strains and interpret the result.

CO5 Formulate the finite element techniques.

CO6 Solve the isoparametric formulations and solutions.

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
Assessment Weekly tests Monthly tests End Semester Total
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STABILITY OF
CE XX22 PEC 2-1-0 3
STRUCTURES

Course Learning Objectives:

1. Concept and characteristics of stability problems.


2. Buckling of columns with remotes end conditions.
3. Importance of torsional and lateral buckling.
4. Buckling of rectangular and circular plates.
5. Approximate methods and application for finite difference methods.
6. Understand the buckling of columns.

Course Content:

UNIT I - INTRODUCTION (Contact hours: 6)

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Concept of stability - Approaches to stability analysis - characteristics of stability


problems.

UNIT-II (Contact hours: 8)


Buckling of Columns: Method of neutral equilibrium, Critical load of the Euler column,
Linear column theory – Eigen value problem, Effective length concept, Higher order
differential equation for columns initially bent columns, Effect of shear stress on buckling,
eccentrically loaded columns, beam columns (Beam columns with concreted lateral
load, distributed, load end moment), Inelastic buckling of columns, Double modulus
theory, Tangent modulus theory, Shanley theory of inelastic column behavior.

UNIT-III (Contact hours: 8)


Approximate Methods of Analysis: Conservation of energy principles, Calculation of
critical loads using approximate deflection curve, Principle of stationary potential energy,
Raleigh-Ritz method, Buckling load of column with variable cross section, Galerkin’s
method, Calculation of critical load by finite differences, Unevenly spaced pivot points,
Matrix stiffness method, Effect of axial load on bending stiffness-slope deflection
equations, Buckling of column loaded along the length using energy methods.

UNIT-IV (Contact hours: 8)


a) Buckling of Frames: Modes of buckling, Critical load of a simple frame using
neutral equilibrium, Slope deflection equations and matrix analysis.

b) Lateral buckling of cantilever and simply supported beams of rectangular and I-sections
and use of energy method and finite differences.

UNIT-V (Contact hours: 7)


Buckling of Plates: Differential equation, Strain energy of bending, Critical load, Finite
difference approach inelastic buckling of plates.

UNIT-VI (Contact hours: 8)


Matrix approach for Frames: Criterion for determination of critical loads, Stiffness
influence coefficients for members without axial load, Derivation of stability functions,
Problem involving Non-sways, Modified stiffness of beams, Frames with sway, Multi-bar
frames.

Learning Resources:
TEXT BOOKS:

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1. Chajes, "A Principles of Structures Stability Theory", Prentice Hall, 1974.

REFERENCE BOOKS :

1. Brush and Almorth, "Buckling of Bars, Plates and Shells",McGraw Hill book
Company, 1st edition , 1975.

2. Seely, F.B, and Smith, J.O,"Advanced Mechanics of Materials", 12th printing Edition,
John Wiley and Sons, Inc., New York. 1967.

3. Timoshenko.S, and Woinowsby - Krieger.S, "Theory of Plates and Shells",2nd Ed.


McGraw - Hill Book Co., New York 1959.

4. Ashwini Kumar, "Stability Theory of Structures", Tata McGraw Hill Co., New Delhi,
1986

Web Resources:

1. IIT Madras, Dec-2017,’Stability of


Structures’,NPTEL“http://nptel.ac.in/courses/10125105105/”

COURSE OUTCOMES:At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO1 Understand the basic concepts of buckling in the columns.
CO2 Analyze the torsional buckling and lateral buckling in the frames.
CO3 Understand the modes of buckling.
CO4 Apply the matrix analysis in the frames.
CO5 Understand the concept of buckling of plates.
CO6 Understand the conservation of energy principles.

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PEC 2-1-0 3
CE XX23 STRUCTURES

Course Learning Objectives:


1. Familiarize Students with concepts of prestressing.
2. Equip student with different systems and devices used in prestressing.
3. Understand the different losses of prestress including short and long term losses.
4. Familiarize students with the analysis and design of prestressed concrete members
under flexure, shear and torsion.
5. Understand the behaviour of composite sections.
6. Determine the deflections in prestressed members.

Course Content:

UNIT I: Introduction &Methods of Prestressing (Contact hours: 7)


Historic development, General principles of prestressing, Pretensioning and post
tensioning, Advantages and limitations of prestressed concrete, Materials, High strength
concrete and high tensile steel their characteristics, Methods and Systems of Prestressing,
Pre-tensioning and post tensioning methods, Different systems of prestressing like Hoyer
System, Magnel System Freyssinet system and Gifford – Udall System.

UNIT – II: Losses of Prestress (Contact hours: 8)


Loss of prestress in pre-tensioned and post-tensioned members due to various causes like
elastic shortening of concrete, shrinkage of concrete, creep of concrete, Relaxation of stress
in steel, slip in anchorage, bending of member and wobble frictional losses.

UNIT – III: Analysis And Design of Sections For Flexure (Contact hours: 7)
Elastic analysis of concrete beams prestressed with straight, concentric, eccentric, bent and
parabolic tendons, Allowable stress, Design criteria as per I.S Code, Elastic design of
simple rectangular and I-section for flexure – Kern – lines, cable profile.

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UNIT – IV: Analysis And Design of Section for Shear (Contact hours: 8)
Shear and Principal Stresses, Design for Shear in beams

UNIT – V: Composite Section (Contact hours: 6)


Introduction - Analysis of stress – Differential shrinkage – General designs and
considerations

UNIT – VI: Deflections of Prestressed Concrete Beams (Contact hours: 8)


Importance of control of deflections, factors influencing deflections, short term deflections
of uncracked member’s prediction of long term deflections.

Learning Resources:
Text Books:
1. Krishna Raju, “Prestressed Concrete”, 5th Edition,2012,Tata McGraw Hill Publishing
Co..

Reference books;
1. Sinha.N.C.and.Roy.S.K, “Fundamentals standardsof Prestressed Concrete”, S.Chand
and Co., New Delhi 1998.
2. IS: 1343-1980, “ Code of practice for Prestressed concrete”, Bureau of Indian

Web Resources:

NPTEL, December 31 2009, ‘prestressedconcretestructures’ “URL


:http://nptel.ac.in/courses/105106117/”

Course Outcomes: At the end of this course; the student will be able to
CO1 Understand the different methods of prestressing.
CO2 Estimate the effective prestress including the short and long term losses.
CO3 Analyze and design prestressed concrete beams under flexure and shear.
CO4 Understand the relevant IS Codal provisions for prestressed concrete.
CO5 Examine composite sections.
CO6 Understand the importance of control of deflections.
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ADVANCED REINFORCED
PEC 2-1-0 3
CE XX24 CONCRETE STRUCTURES

Course Objectives: The student will be able

1. To understand the basic concepts of reinforced concrete members


2. To develop an idea about the design of shear walls
3. To familiarize with design and detailing of flat slabs and flat plates
4. To develop an idea about the design of special R.C. elements
5. To introduce the detailing and strengthening of existing structure
6. To analyze the rectangular water retaining tank.

Course Content:

UNIT I – INTRODUCTION: (Contact hours: 7)


Review of Basic Concepts - Behavior and Design of Reinforced Concrete members
considering flexure, Torsion, combined with flexure and flexural shear, axial compression
deflection and crack width as per IS-456-2000.

UNIT II - DESIGN OF SHEAR WALLS: (Contact hours: 6)


Behaviour and Design of Slender Columns - Design of R.C.Walls - Ordinatry and Shear
walls - Design of Corbels - Deep beams and grid floors.

UNIT III - FLAT SLABS AND FLAT PLATES: (Contact hours: 8)


Design of flat slabs and flat plate - According to ACI method - Design of shear
Reinforcement and Edge (Spandrel) beams - yield line theory & Hiller borg method of
design of slabs.

UNIT IV - DESIGN OF SPECIAL R.C. ELEMENTS: (Contact hours: 8)


Limit Analysis of Concrete beams - moment - rotation curves - moment redistribution in
continuous beams - Baker's method of plastic design - Design of cast in - situ frames.

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UNIT V - DESIGN AND DETAILING OF STRUCTURES: (Contact hours: 8)


Detailing for ductility - Fire Resistance of buildings - Field control of concrete -
Strengthening of existing structures - Design and detailing of structures according to
different codes.

UNIT VI – LIQUID RETAINING STRUCTURES: (Contact hours: 8)


Basic design philosophy, Analysis and design of single cell rectangular water tanks
subjected to hydrostatic loading based on plate theory.

Learning Resources:

Text Book:

1. Varghese.P.C, "Advanced Reinforced Concrete Design", Prentice Hall of India, Second


Edition, 2009

References Books:

1. Pillai.S.V and Menon.D, "Reinforced Concrete Design", Tata McGraw Hill Book Co.,
first Edition, 2002.

2. Purushothaman.P. "Reinforced Concrete Structural Elements", Behaviour, Analysis


and Design. Tata McGraw Hill 1986.

3. Park.R&Paulay.T, "Reinforced Concrete Structures", John Wiley and Sons, 2009

Web Resources:
1. NPETL 31 December 2009 “Advanced Reinforced Concrete Design",
URL;http://nptel.ac.in/courses/10510516205/
2. IIT Madras, 2007, K. Ramesh, e-Book on Engineering Fracture Mechanics,. URL:
http://apm.iitm.ac.in/smlab/kramesh/book_4.htm

Course Outcomes: At the end of this course; the student will be able to

CO1 Understand the behavior of the members under flexure, torsion and combined
CO2 Analyze the shear walls and deep beams
Evaluate the flat slabs and flat plates
CO3

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CO5 Practice the detailing and strengthening of existing structure


CO6 To analyse and design the overhead tank design

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PEC 3-0-0 3
CE XX25 TECHNOLOGY

Course Learning Objectives:


1. Define microstructure of concrete.
2. To understand the behavior of fresh and hardened concrete.
3. To understand factors affecting the strength, workability and durability of concrete.
4. To impart the methods of proportioning of concrete mixtures.
5. Demonstrate NDT methods for concrete.
6. To make aware the recent developments in concrete technology.

Course Content:

UNIT-I: Microstructure of Concrete (Contact hours: 6)


Definition, significance, microstructure of aggregate phase and hydrated cement paste,
interfacial transition zone, microstructure-property relationships

UNIT-II: Strength of concrete (Contact hours: 7)


Definition, strength-porosity relationship, failure modes in concrete, factors affecting
compressive strength –characteristics and proportion of materials, curing conditions,
testing parameters, behavior of concrete under uniaxial compression, uniaxial tension,
shearing stress, biaxial and multiaxial stresses

UNIT-III: Dimensional stability (Contact hours: 8)


Types of deformations, Elastic behavior – Nonlinearity of stress-strain relationship, types

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of elastic moduli, determination of static elastic modulus, Poisson’s ratio, factors affecting
modulus of elasticity, Drying shrinkage and creep, Thermal shrinkage, Extensibility and
cracking

UNIT-IV: Durability (Contact hours: 8)


General observations, Water as an agent of deterioration, Permeability of hardened cement
paste, aggregate, and concrete, various causes of concrete deterioration, Sulphate attack
and its control, Alkali aggregate reaction and its control, Corrosion of embedded steel in
concrete

UNIT-V: Non-Destructive testing methods (Contact hours: 6)


Surface hardness methods (Rebound Hammer), Penetration Resistance Techniques,
Pullout tests, Maturity method, Absorption and permeability tests, Electrical methods,
Electro chemical methods, Electro-magnetic methods (Ultrasonic pulse Velocity Method),
evaluation criteria, Assessment of reinforcement condition.

UNIT-VI: Special Concretes (Contact hours: 10)


Fiber-reinforced concrete- Properties of constituent materials- Mix proportions, mixing
and casting methods, Mechanical properties, applications; Light weight concrete-
Introduction, properties, No fines concrete, design of light weight concrete; High
performance concrete; Self compacting concrete; Sprayed concrete (Shotcrete).

Learning Resources:
Text Books:
1. A M Neville, ‘Properties of concrete’, 5th edition,2011 Person India

Reference Books:
1. P. Kumar Mehta, Paulo J M Monteiro, “ Concrete microstructure, properties and
materials”, 3rd edition, 2014, McGraw-Hill publications
2. RafatSiddique ‘Special Structural concrete’.2000
3. Peter H Emmons ‘Concrete repair and maintenance’1992
4. M S Shetty ‘Concrete technology’2006
5.AR Santha Kumar, ‘Concrete technology’, 2006 Oxford university Press, India

Web Resources:

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1. NPTEL, December 31 2009,‘ ‘Concrete Engineering and


Technology’URL:’http://nptel.ac.in/syllabus/syllabus.php?subjectId=105104030

Course Outcomes: At the end of this course; the student will be able to

CO1 Understanding the testing of concrete materials as per IS code.


Know the procedure to determine the properties of fresh and hardened of
CO2
concrete.
Design the concrete mix using ACI and IS code methods.
CO3

CO4 Select and design special concretes depending on their specific applications.
CO5 Gain ideas on non-destructive testing of concrete.
CO6 Know the different types of concrete.

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CE XX26 Structural Dynamics PEC 2-1-0 3

Course Learning Objectives:


The objective of this course is:
1. To introduce general theory of vibration and solve problems of single degree of freedom
(SDOF) systems
2. To enable the learners to solve dynamic problems in multi-degree of freedom (MDOF)
systems
3. To introduce dynamic analysis of continuous systems
4. To apply structural dynamic principles to the analysis of structures for seismic and wind
loading.
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5. To understand the response for damped and undamped free vibration systems.
6. To understand the basic concept of numerical methods.
Course Content:

UNIT-I: Concepts of Dynamics and Vibrations; (Contact hours: 6)


Discrete and Continuous systems, Free Body Diagramme, D-Alembert’s Principle, Energy
principle, Governing Equation of Motion for Free and forced Vibration, damped and Un-
damped Vibration.

UNIT-II: Free Vibration (Contact hours: 8)


Response for Damped and Undamped free vibration systems, critically damped, under
damped, over damped vibration systems and applications.

UNIT-III: Forced Vibration (Contact hours: 7)


Response for damped and undamped forced vibrations for harmonic, Periodic, Impulse and
Earthquake loading.

UNIT-IV: Numerical Methods (Contact hours: 8)


Numerical Methods for free and forced Vibration Analysis, Central difference method,
New marks method.

UNIT-V: Multi Degree Freedom System (Contact hours: 8)


Governing equation of motion for Multi Degree freedom system, Response of Multi-
degree freedom Systems.

UNIT VI - Analysis for Wind Forces: (Contact hours: 8)


Wind effects on structures - static and dynamic - analysis for wind loads using BIS codes
- quasi static method and gust factor method.

Learning Resources:
Text Books:
1. Anil K Chopra, “Dynamics of Structures- Theory and applications to Earthquake
Engineering”4th edition,2011, person India.

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2. A.K.Jain, “Dynamics of structures with MATLAB Applications” 2016, Pearson


Education India.

References Books:
1. Maria and Paz, “Structural Dynamics- Theory and computation” 5th Edition, 2006
,Springer Publisher.
2. IS 1893 (Part-1)-2002, “Earthquake resistant Design of Structures -Buildings” Bureau
of Indian standards, New Delhi
3. Clough & Penzein "Dynamics of Structures", McGraw Hill 1995.

Web Resources:
IIT Bombay, July 03, 2012, ‘Structural dynamics’,( NPTEL)
URL:http://nptel.ac.in/courses/105101006/

COURSE OUTCOMES: At the end of the course, the student will be able to

CO1 Understand the fundamental theory of dynamic equation of motion.


CO2 Understand fundamental analysis methods for dynamic systems.
CO3 Observe the dynamic properties and behavior of civil structures.
CO4 Apply modeling approach of dynamic response in civil engineering
applications.
CO5 Apply structural dynamics theory to earthquake analysis, response, and
design of structures.
CO6 Understand the numerical methods for free and forced vibration analysis.

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CE XX27 BRIDGE ENGINEERING PEC 2-1-0 3

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Course Learning Objectives:


The objective of this course is to:
1. Familiarize Students with different types of Bridges and IRC standards.
2. Equip student with concepts and design of Slab Bridges, T Beam Bridges, Box, Culverts.
3. Understand concepts of design of Plate Girder Bridges.
4. Familiarize with different methods of inspection of bridges and maintenance.
5. Understand the bridge methodologies.
6. Understand the basic concept of standard loading for bridge design.

Course Content:

UNIT –I: Introduction (Contact hours: 6)


History of Bridges; Components of a Bridge and its definitions; Classification of Road
bridges, related structures, span length, classical examples of each type, history of analysis

UNIT – II: Selection of site and Initial Decision Process (Contact hours: 7)
Geotechnical investigations and implementations, River Bridge: Selection of bridge site
and planning, collection of bridge design data, hydrological calculation, Waterway
calculation, scour calculation, depth of foundation, freeboard Road Bridge: Selection of
bridge site and planning, collection of bridge design data, vertical clearance

UNIT – III: Standard Loading for Bridge Design as per IS codes (Contact hours: 10)

Road Bridges: IRC, BS code, AASHTO code, Dead load, Live load, Impact factor,
Centrifugal force, Wind loads, hydraulic forces, longitudinal forces, seismic forces, earth
pressure: Buoyancy, Lane concept, equivalent loads, traffic load, width of roadway and
footway; Influence lines for statically; determinate structures. Influence lines (I.L.) for
statically indeterminate structures; Transverse distribution of Live loads among deck
longitudinal; Load combinations for different working state and limit state designs.
Railway Bridges: Loadings for Railway Bridges; Railroad data; Pre-design
considerations; Rail road vs. Highway bridges.

UNIT – IV: Super Structure (Contact hours: 8)


Selection of main bridge parameters, design methodologies; Choices of superstructure
types; orthotropic plate theory, load distribution techniques; Grillage analysis; Finite
element analysis (Preferable); Different types of superstructure (RCC and PSC);

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Longitudinal Analysis of Bridge; Slab bridge and voided slab bridge; Beam-Slab bridge;
Box Girder Bridge. Transverse Analysis of Bridge: Slab bridge and voided slab bridge,
Beam-Slab bridge; Box Girder Bridge.

UNIT – V: Sub Structure: (Contact hours: 8)


Pier; Abutment; Wing walls; Importance of Soil Structure Interaction; Types of
foundations; Open foundation; Pile foundation; Well foundation; Examples - Simply
supported bridge, Continuous Bridge.

UNIT – VI: Bearings and Deck joints: (Contact hours: 6)


Different types of bridge bearings and expansion joints; Design of bearings and joints;
Railing for Highway Bridge: Definitions; Classification of Highway Bridge parapets;

Learning Resources:
Text Books:
1. T.R. Jagadeesh and M.A. Jayaram, “ Design of Bridge Structures”, 2nd Edition 2009,
PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd.

References Books:
1. D.J. Victor, "Essentials of Bridge Engineering", 6th Edition 2017,Oxford publications.
2. E.C Hambly, "Bridge Deck Behavior ",2 edition , December 31, 1990 E & FN SPON
Publications
3. R.RAJAGOPALAN, "Bridge Superstructure", Tata McGraw- Hills Publishing
Company Limited.
4. S. PONNUSWAMY, "Bridge Engineering", Tata McGraw - Hills Publishing Company
Limited.

Web Resources:
IIT madras, ‘Bridge Engineering’ (NPTEL) “http://nptel.ac.in/syllabus/105999906/”

COURSE OUTCOMES:At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO1 Explain different types of Bridges with diagrams and Loading standards
CO2 Carryout analysis and design of Slab bridges, T Beam bridges, Box culvers
and
CO3 suggest structural detailing

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CO4 Carryout analysis and design of Plate girder bridges


CO5 Organize for attending inspections and maintenance of bridges and prepare
reports.
CO6 Design the bridges.

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REPAIR AND
CE XX28 REHABILITATION OF PEC 3-0-0 3
STRUCTURES

Course Learning Objectives:

1. Familiarize Students with deterioration of concrete in structures.

2. Equip student with concepts of NDT and evaluation.

3. Understand failures and causes for failures in structures.

4. Familiarize different materials and techniques for repairs.

5. Understand procedure to carryout Physical evaluation of buildings and prepare report.

6. Understand the maintenance and repair strategies.

Course Content:

UNIT –I: Deterioration of concrete Structures (Contact hours: 8)


Physical processes of deterioration like freezing and thawing, Wetting and Drying,
Abrasion, Erosion, Pitting, Chemical processes like carbonation, chloride ingress,

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Corrosion, Alkali aggregate reaction, Sulphate attack, Acid Attack, temperature and their
causes, Mechanism, Effect, preventive measures – Cracks: cracks in concrete, type, pattern,
quantification, measurement and preventive measures.

UNIT – II: Non Destructive Testing (Contact hours: 8)


Non destructive test methods for concrete including rebound hammer, Ultrasonic Pulse
velocity, Rebar locator, Corrosion meter, Penetration resistance and Pull out test, core
cutting- corrosion: Methods for corrosion measurement and assessment including half-cell
potential and resistivity, Mapping of data.

UNIT – III: Failure of buildings (Contact hours: 7)


Definition of building failure-types of failures- Causes of failures- Faulty Design,
Accidental over loading, poor quality of material and Poor construction practices – Fire
damage- Methodology for investigation of failures- diagnostic testing methods and
equipments- repair of cracks in concrete.

UNIT – IV: Materials and Tests (Contact hours: 8)


Materials for repair and rehabilitation- Admixtures- types of admixtures-purpose of using
admixtures- chemical composition- Natural admixtures-Fibres- wraps- Glass and Carbon
fibre wraps- Steel plates- concrete behavior under corrosion, disintegrated mechanisms-
moisture effects and thermal effects –Visual investigation- Acoustical emission methods-
Corrosion activity measurement- Chloride content- Depth of carbonation- Impact echo
methods- UPV- Pullout Tests

UNIT – V: Repair Techniques (Contact hours: 8)


Grouting, Jacketing, Shot creating, externally bonded plates, Nailing, Underpinning and
under water repair; Materials, Equipments, Precautions and Processes

UNIT – VI: Investigation of Structures (Contact hours: 6)


Distress, observation and preliminary test methods. Case studies; related to rehabilitation
of bridge piers, dams, canals, heritage structures, corrosion and erosion damaged
structures.

Learning Resources:
Text Books:

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1. Modi, Poonam I. Patel, Chirag N, “Repair and Rehabilitation of concrete structures”,


2016 PHI learning Pvt. Ltd.

References Books:
1. Allen R.T. & Edwards S.C, ‘Repair of Concrete Structures’, Blakie and Sons, UK ,
1993,1st edition
2. Shetty M.S., “Concrete Technology – Theory and Practice”, S.Chand and Company,
2008
3. P.C.Varghese, “Maintenance, Repair and Rehabilitation and Minor works of
Buildings”, 1st edition 2014.PHI learning Pvt. Ltd.
4. Denison Campbell, Allen and Harold Roper, “Concrete Structures, Materials,
Maintenance and Repair”, Longman Scientific and Technical UK, 1991.

Web Resources :
IIT Kanpur, Feb 13, 2014, ‘Concrete Engineering technology’ (NPTEL)
“https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105104030/”

COURSE OUTCOMES:At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO1 Explain deterioration of concrete in structures
CO2 Carryout analysis using NDT and evaluate structures
CO3 Assess failures and causes of failures in structures
CO4 Carryout Physical evaluation and submit report on condition of the structure
CO5 Explain deterioration of concrete in structures
CO6 Understand the serviceability and durability of concrete.

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CE XX29 Earthquake Resistant Design PEC 2-1-0 3

Course Learning Objectives:

The objective of this course is:

1. Student will able to understand fundamentals of engineering seismology

2. To determine the design lateral forces by means of codal provisions.

3. Understand concepts of seismic design and design philosophies

4. To introduce the concept of ductility and corresponding detailing.

5. To expose the students to base isolation techniques earthquake induced damages.

6. To understand the engineering seismology.

Course Content:

UNIT: I (Contact hours: 6)


Engineering Seismology: Earthquake phenomenon cause of earthquakes-Faults- Plate
tectonics-Seismic waves-Terms associated with earthquakes- Magnitude/Intensity of an
earthquake-scales-Energy released-Earthquake measuring instruments Seismo- scope,
Seismograph, accelerograph-Characteristics of strong ground motions- Seismic zones of
India.

UNIT: II (Contact hours: 8)


Conceptual design: Introduction-Functional planning-Continuous load path-Overall
form simplicity and symmetry-elongated shapes-stiffness and strength-Horizontal and
Vertical members-Twisting of buildings-Ductility-definition-ductility relationships-
flexible buildings-framing systems-choice of construction materials-unconfined concrete
confined concrete masonry-reinforcing steel.

UNIT: III (Contact hours: 7)

Introduction to earthquake resistant design: Seismic design requirements-regular and


irregular configurations-basic assumptions design earthquake loads-basic load
combinations-permissible stresses-seismic methods of analysis-factors in seismic
analysis-equivalent lateral force method-dynamic analysis response spectrum method-
Time history method.
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UNIT: IV (Contact hours: 8)


Reinforced Concrete Buildings: Principles of earthquake resistant deign of RC members-
Structural models for frame buildings Seismic methods of analysis- Seismic deign
methods- IS code based methods for seismic design- Seismic evaluation and retrofitting-
Vertical irregularities- Plan configuration problems- Lateral load resisting systems-
Determination of design lateral forces- Equivalent lateral force procedure- Lateral
distribution of base shear.

UNIT: V (Contact hours: 8)


Masonry Buildings: Introduction- Elastic properties of masonry assemblage- Categories
of masonry buildings- Behavior of unreinforced and reinforced masonry walls Behavior
of walls- Box action and bands- Behavior of infill walls- Improving seismic behavior of
masonry buildings- Load combinations and permissible stresses- Seismic design
requirements- Lateral load analysis of masonry buildings.

UNIT – VI (Contact hours: 8)


Ductility Considerations in Earthquake Resistant Design of RC Buildings: Introduction-
Impact of Ductility- Requirements for Ductility- Assessment of Ductility- Factors affecting
Ductility- Ductile detailing considerations as per IS 13920. Behavior of beams, columns
and joints in RC buildings during earthquakes-Vulnerability of open ground storey and
short columns during earthquakes. Capacity Based Design: Introduction to Capacity
Design, Capacity Design for Beams and Columns-Case studies.

Learning Resources:
TEXT BOOKS:

1. Pankaj Agarwal and Manish Shrikhande,” Earthquake Resistant Design of structures”


2011,Prentice Hall of India Pvt. Ltd.

Reference books

1. T. Paulay and M.J.N. Priestly,’Seismic Design of Reinforced Concrete and Masonry


Building ‘, John Wiley & Sons

2. Anand S.Arya,,”Masory and Timber structures including earthquake Resistant


Design”–2009, Nem chand& Bros

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3. S. K. Duggal, “ Earthquake Resistant Design of structures”, 2007, Oxford University


Press

4. MihaTomazevic, “ Earthquake –Resistant Design of Masonry Building” –, Imperial


college Press.1999

5. C.V.R. Murty.--Earthquake Tips – Learning Earthquake Design and Construction

Reference Codes:

1. IS: 1893 (Part-1) -2002. “Criteria for Earthquake Resistant – Design of structures.”
B.I.S., New Delhi.

2. IS:4326-1993, “ Earthquake Resistant Design and Construction of Building”, Code of


Practice B.I.S., New Delhi.

3. IS:13920-1993, “ Ductile detailing of concrete structures subjected to seismic force”–


Guidelines, B.I.S., New Delhi.

Web Resources:

IIT Bombay, April 5, 2013, ‘Introduction to Earth quake engineering’ (NPTEL)


1. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105101004/

COURSE OUTCOMES:At the end of the course, the student will be able to
1 Understand the seismology, tectonic plates and seismic zones in India.
Apply the concept of Earthquake Resistant Design & concept of lateral load
2
distribution on buildings.
3 Determine the lateral forces generated in the structure due to earthquake.
4 Apply the concept of ductile detailing in RC structures.
5 Design Principles of earthquake resistant of concrete members.
6 Understand the capacity design for beams and columns.

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Pavement Analysis and


CE XX30 PEC 3-0-0 3
Design

Course Learning Objectives:


1. To understand the types of pavements.
2. To understand the stress analysis in flexible pavements.
3. To understand the stress analysis in rigid pavements.
4. To design the flexible pavements.
5. To understand the maintenance of highways.
6. To design the rigid pavements.

Course Content:
UNIT-I: Types of Pavements (Contact hours: 5)
Types of pavement – Factors affecting design of pavements – wheel loads –ESWL
Concept- tyre pressure – contact pressure, Material characteristics – Environmental and
other factors.
UNIT- II: Stresses in Flexible Pavements (Contact-hours: 8)
Stresses in flexible pavement – layered systems concept -one layer system – Business Two
layer system – Burmister Theory for Pavement Design.

UNIT-III: Stresses in Rigid Pavements (Contact hours: 8)


Stresses in rigid pavements – relative stiffness of slab, modulus of sub-grade reaction,
Westergaard’s stresses due to warping, stresses due to loads, stresses due to friction.

UNIT- IV: Flexible Pavement Design (Contact hours: 8)


Pavement design: CBR Method of Flexible Pavement Design- IRC method of flexible
pavement design, AASHTO Method of Flexible Pavement design, IRC:58-2002, IRC:58-
2015.

UNIT V: Rigid Pavement Design (Contact hours: 8)

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IRC method of Rigid pavement design – Importance of Joints in Rigid Pavements- Types
of Joints – Use of Tie Bars and Dowell Bars. AASHTO method of Rigid pavement design.

UNIT VI: Highway Maintenance (Contact hours: 8)


Need for Highway Maintenance- Pavement Failures- Failures in Flexible Pavements-
Types and Causes-Rigid Pavement Failures- Types and causes- Pavement Evaluation-
Falling weight Deflectometer, Benkleman Beam method- Strengthening of Existing
Pavements- Overlays.

Learning Resources:
Text Books:
1. Pavement Analysis and Design by Yong H Huang, Second edition 2002.

Reference books:
1. Yoder and Wit Zork, ‘Principles of Pavement Design’, wiley inter science
publication,2nd edition 1975.
2. C. JotinKhinsty and B. Kent Lall, ‘Transportation engineering’, third edition 2009.

Web Resources:
1. IIT Kharagpur, ‘Introduction to Transportation Engineering’ (Lecture 24 to 40)
URL: http://www.nptelvideos.in/2012/11/introduction-to-transportation.html

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Understand the types of pavements.
CO 2 Understand the stress analysis in flexible pavements.
CO 3 Understand the stress analysis in rigid pavements.
CO 4 Design the flexible pavements.
CO 5 Understand the maintenance of highways.
CO 6 Design the rigid pavements.

Assessment Method:
Course Nature Theory
Assessment Method
Monthly End Semester
Assessment Tool Weekly tests Total
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Urban Transportation and


CE XX31 PEC 3-0-0 3
Planning

Course Learning Objectives:


1. To understand the urban development and travel characteristics.
2. To understand the concepts of trip generations.
3. To understand the concepts of mode choice analysis.
4. To understand the preparation of plans and its evaluations.
5. To understand the urban development and travel characteristics.
6. To understand the concepts of trip distributions.

Course Content:
UNIT-I: Urban Travel Demand (Contact hours: 8)
Urban Development, transport problems and travel characteristics, Need for planning and
overall planning process, Components of travel demand: Independent variables &Travel
Attributes, Demand function and assumptions in demand estimation, Sequential travel
demand modeling, Study Area: Zoning, cordon lines and screen lines
Data requirements for demand estimation: Socio-Economic surveys, Land use Surveys,
Traffic and Transport surveys, Study of reports and proposals.

UNIT-II: Trip Generation (Contact hours: 8)


Trip characteristics, Factors influencing trip production and attraction, Trip rates, Zonal
regression models, Category analysis, Personal trip generation models

UNIT-III: Trip Distribution (Contact hours: 5)


Factors influencing trip distribution, Trip Length-Frequency Diagram, Growth Models:
Growth factor methods, Linear Programming method, Opportunity models, Gravity
opportunity model.

UNIT-IV: Mode Choice Analysis (Contact hours: 8)


Factors influencing mode choice, Zonal regression models, Utility maximization, Discrete
Choice Situation, Binary and multinomial logit models, Probability curves, Probit and
nested logic models.

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UNIT-V: Traffic Assignment (Contact hours: 8)


Need for assignment, Objectives, Diversion curves, Shortest path algorithms Assignment
techniques: all or nothing assignment technique, capacity restraint assignment technique,
multi path assignment technique, Link flows: sufficiency and deficiency analysis.

UNIT-VI: Plan Preparation and Evaluation (Contact hours: 8)


Types of plans: conceptual plans, master plan etc., Short term planning Vs long term
planning, Corridor identification and evaluation techniques, Role of mass transit in urban
transportation, Alternate systems of different mass transit systems, Multimodal integration
and master plan preparation.

Learning Resources:
Text Books:
1. Dr. L.R. Kadiyali, “Traffic Engineering and Transport Planning”, 6 thedition, Khanna
Publishers, 1999.

Reference books:
1. 1. Thirumurthy A.M., “Environmental Facilities and Urban Development in India – A
System Dynamic Model for Developing Countries, Academic Foundations, 1 st Edition,
India, 1992.

Web Resources:
1.IIT Madras, ‘Urban transportation planning’
URL: http://www.nptelvideos.in/2012/11/urban-transportation-planning.html

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Understand the urban development and travel characteristics.
CO 2 Understand the concepts of trip generations.
CO 3 Understand the concepts of mode choice analysis.
CO 4 Understand the preparation of plans and its evaluations.
CO 5 Understand the urban development and travel characteristics.
CO 6 Understand the concepts of trip distributions.

Assessment Method:
Course Nature Theory

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WATERSHED
CE XX32 PEC 3-0-0 3
MANAGEMENT

Course Learning Objectives:

1. To understand the impact of land use changes on various hydrological cycle


parameters and soil erosion.
2. To understand different watershed behaviour.
3. Familiarize with rainfall-runoff modelling
4. To be able to interpret runoff data and quantify erosion by using various modelling
methods
5. To study water quality issues, storm water management and drought management
6. To understand land use classification and impact of land use changes on
hydrological cycle parameters.

Course Content:

UNIT-I: Introduction and Basic Concepts (Contact hours: 7)


Concept of watershed, introduction to watershed management, different stakeholders and
their relative importance, watershed management policies and decision making. Cultivated
and non cultivated lands, watershed committees and post project management.

UNIT-II: Sustainable Watershed Approach & Watershed Management Practices


(Contact hours: 8)
Sustainable integrated watershed management, natural resources management, agricultural
practices, integrated farming, Soil erosion and conservation; Watershed Management
Practices in Arid and Semiarid Regions, Case studies, short term and long term strategic
planning.

UNIT-III: Integrated Watershed Management: (Contact hours: 8)

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Introduction to integrated approach, Integrated water resources management, conjunctive


use of water resources, rainwater harvesting; roof catchment system.
Watershed Modeling:
Standard modeling approaches and classifications, system concept for watershed
modeling, overall description of different hydrologic processes, modeling of rainfall‐runoff
process, subsurface flows and groundwater flow.

UNIT-IV: Social Aspects of Watershed Management: (Contact hours: 8)


Community participation, Private sector participation, Institutional issues, Socio-economy,
Integrated development, Water legislation and implementations, Case studies.
Use of modern techniques in watershed management:
Applications of Geographical Information System and Remote Sensing in Watershed
Management, Role of Decision Support System in Watershed Management.

UNIT-V: Management of Water Quality: (Contact hours: 7)


Water quality and pollution, types and Sources of pollution, water quality modeling,
environmental guidelines for water quality
Storm Water and Flood Management:
Storm water management, design of drainage system, reservoir operation, case studies on
flood damage.

UNIT-VI: Drought Management: (Contact hours: 7)


Drought assessment and classification, drought analysis techniques, drought mitigation
planning
Water Conservation and Recycling:
Perspective on recycle and reuse, Waste water reclamation, community based reservoirs,
village tanks, farm ponds, percolation tanks in water conservation

Learning Resources:
Text Book:
1. Murty, J.V.S. “Watershed Management”, 2nd edition 2017 , New Age Intl., New
Delhi .
Reference Books:
1. Purandare, A.P., Jaiswal A.K., ‘Waterhed Development in India’, NIRD,
Hyderabad, 1995
2. Allam, Gamal Ibrahim Y., ‘Decision Support System for Integrated Watershed
Management’,Colorado State University, 1994.
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3. Murthy, J.V.S., ‘Watershed Management in India’, Wiley Eastern, New Delhi,


1994 .
4. Vir Singh, Raj , ‘Watershed Planning and Management’, Yash Publishing House,
Bikaner, 2000.
Web Resources:
1. IIT Bombay, July 06 2012, ‘Watershed Management’, URL:
https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105101010/

COURSE OUTCOMES: At the end of the course, student will be able to


Understand the concepts of watershed management and its effect on land, water
1
and ecosystem resources
2 Analyze public policies and practices of watershed planning
3 Assess the impact of watershed planning through case studies
4 Develop control and mitigation techniques for watershed problems
5 Suggest drought control measures, water conservation structures, including design
6 suggest water conservation measures for a watershed

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
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IRRIGATION AND
CE XX33 WATERPOWER PEC 3-0-0 3
ENGINEERING

Course Learning Objectives:

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1. To take up the basic concepts of irrigation and familiarize with different types of
irrigation techniques.
2. To know the importance, features and uses of diversion and impounding structures.
3. To explore about the importance of rivers, reservoirs and silt control.
4. To learn about basics of irrigation, consumptive use and design a channel through
kennedy’s theory, lacey’s theory.
5. To explore different types of hydro power plants and their suitability.
6. To familiarize with runoff river plant and pumped storage plant.
Course Content:

UNIT-I: Introduction to Irrigation (Contact hours: 7)


Advantages and ill effects of Irrigation, types of Irrigation, methods of application of
Irrigation water, Indian soils, methods of improving soil fertility, preparation of land for
Irrigation.
UNIT-II: Soil-water-plant relationship (Contact hours: 8)
Vertical distribution of soil moisture, soil moisture constants, soil moisture tension,
consumptive use, estimation of consumptive use, Duty and delta, factors affecting duty,
irrigation efficiencies.

UNIT-III: Canal Structures (Contact hours: 7)


Types of falls and their location, design principles of Sarda type fall, trapezoidal notch fall
and straight glacis fall. Canal regulation works, principles of design of distributary and
head regulators, canal outlets, types of canal modules, proportionality, sensitivity and
flexibility.
UNIT-IV: Canal Design (Contact hours: 8)
Design of a lined canal – Design of best economic channel section – Rectangular and
Trapeziodal channel; Design of unlined canal on Non-alluvial and Alluvial soils –
Kennedy’s regime theory and Lacey’s regime theory.

UNIT-V: Diversion and Impounding Structures (Contact hours: 7)


Weirs – elementary profile of a weir – weirs on pervious foundations, types of impounding
structures, percolation ponds, tanks, sluices and weirs, gravity dams, earth dams, Arch
dams, Spillways, factors affecting location and type of dams, forces on dam, hydraulic
design of dams.

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UNIT-VI: Water Power Engineering (Contact hours: 8)


Water power – types of hydro power schemes – runoff river plant, pumped storage plant,
tidal power plants, hydro power potentials of India. Economic considerations of water
power gross and net head – available power; Estimation of hydro-power; Power duration
curve; assessment of water power potential - Load curve; Load factor; Capacity factor;
Utilization factor; Diversity factor; Load duration curve; Firm Power; Secondary power;
Types of Nhydel schemes; Forebay; Intake structures; Penstocks; Surge tank; Tail race;
Turbines; Selection of suitable type of turbine.

Learning Resources:
Text Book:
1. Dr. B.C. Punmia& Dr. Pande B.B. Lal, “Irrigation and water power Engineering”,
Laxmi Publications Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 12th ed., Laxmi Publication, 1992.
Reference Books
1. S. K. Garg, “Irrigation Engineering and Hydraulic Structures”, 23rd ed., Khanna
Publishers, Delhi, 2009.
2. Asawa, G.L., “Irrigation Engineering”, New Age International Publishers, 2000
3. Dr. P.N. Modi, “Irrigation, Water Resources & Water Power Engineering”, 7th ed.,
Standard Book House, New Delhi, 2008.
Web Resources:
1. IIT Kharagpur, December 31 2009, ‘Water Resources Engineering’, URL:
https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105105110/
COURSE OUTCOMES: At the end of the course, student will be able to
An exposure to irrigation engineering and understanding of calculating water
1
requirement for canal design
2 An understanding of reservoir planning and canal structures
3 Design of unlined canal using silt theories.
4 Understand functions of regulating and cross drainage works.
5 Understand the basic terminology of water power engineering
6 To study about power duration curve, load factor and capacity factor

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method

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ADVANCED
CE XX34 PEC 3-0-0 3
HYDRAULICS

Course Learning Objectives:

1. To understand the physical processes of fluid flow analytically and empirically.


2. To classify the types of flows in open channel and to design open channel sections
in a most economical way with minimum wetted perimeter.
3. To study standard and direct step methods of G.V. F profile computation
4. To study about non-uniform flows in open channels and to learn about the
characteristics of hydraulic jump.
5. To understand the waves and surges in unsteady flow situation
6. To impart the knowledge about various hydraulic turbines and pumps
Course Content:

Unit I: Open Channel Flow: (Contact hours: 7)

Kinds of open channel flow, channel geometry, types and regimes of flow, Velocity
distribution in open channel, wide open channel, specific energy, critical flow and its
computation, Energy in non-prismatic channel, momentum in open channel flow, specific
force.

Unit II: Uniform Flow: (Contact hours: 8)

Qualification of uniform flow, velocity measurement, Manning’s and Chezy’s formula,


determination of roughness coefficients, Determination of normal depth and velocity, most
economical sections, non-erodible channels, Flow in a channel section with composite
roughness, flow in close conduit with open channel flow.

Unit III: Varied Flow: (Contact hours: 8)

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Dynamic equations of gradually varied flow, assumptions and characteristics of flow


profiles, classification of flow profile, draw down and back water curves, profile
determination, graphical integration, direct step and standard step method, numerical
methods, flow through transitions, dynamic equation of spatially varied flow, Analysis of
spatially varied flow profile, computation of spatially varied flow using numerical
integration.

Unit IV: Hydraulic Jumps: (Contact hours: 8)

Hydraulic jump, types of jump, basic characteristics of jump, length and location of jump,
jump as energy dissipation, control of jump, surges, surge channel transitions.

Unit V: Flow Through Non-Prismatic ChannelSection: (Contact hours: 7)

Sudden transition, sub-critical flow through sudden transition, flow through culverts, flow
through bridge piers, obstructions, channel junction.

Unit VI: Turbines: (Contact hours: 7)

Application of momentum principle, impact of jets on plane and curved plates, turbines,
classification, radial flow turbines, Axial flow turbines, impulse and reaction turbines, draft
tube and cavitations, performance of turbines, centrifugal pump, minimum speed to start
the pump, Multistage pumps, jet and submersible pumps, positive displacement pumps,
reciprocating pump, negative slip, flow separation conditions

Learning Resources:

Text Book:

1. V.T. Chow: "Open-channel hydraulics." ,2009, McGraw Hill Publications


(1959,1973)
Reference Books:

1. Rajesh Srivastava: "Flow through open channels".Oxford University Press (2008).


2. K. Subramanya: "Flow in open channels". 3rd Edition, 2008, Tata McGraw Hill
(1997)
3. H. Chaudhury: "Open channel flow". Second Edition. Springer (2008)
Web Resources:

1. IISC Bangalore, April 09 2014, ‘Water Resources Systems (Modelling Techniques


and Analysis)’, URL: http://nptel.ac.in/syllabus/105108130/

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COURSE OUTCOMES: At the end of the course, student will be able to


1 Understand and be able to use the energy and momentum equations.
Become familiar with open channel cross sections, hydro-static pressure
2
distribution and Manning’s law
3 Determine water surface profiles for gradually varied flow in open channels
4 Flood waves/surges magnitude travelling towards upstream/downstream direction
5 To determine efficiency of centrifugal and submersible pumps
6 To be familiar with different types of turbines and their efficiencies.

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
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AIR POLLUTION AND ITS


PEC 3-0-0 3
CE XX35 CONTROL

Course objectives:

1 To provide a solid basis for assembling a common approach focusing on air


pollution control
2 To classify the pollutants and their sources
3 To describe general air pollution problems and episodes
4 To explain the effects of air pollutants on man, material and vegetation
5 To apply the knowledge of meteorology in design of plume dispersion model.
6 To illustrate the theory and working of pollution control devices

Course Content:

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UNIT I: Introduction to Air pollution (Contact hours: 07)


Air Pollution – Definitions, Scope, Significance and Episodes, Air Pollutants –
Classifications – Natural and Artificial – Primary and Secondary, point and Non- Point,
Line and Areal Sources of air pollution- stationary and mobile sources

UNIT II: Effects of Air pollution (Contact hours:07)


Effects of Air pollutants on man, material and vegetation: Global effects of air pollution
– Green House effect, Heat Islands, Acid Rains, Ozone Holes etc.

UNIT III: Thermodynamics and Kinetics of Air pollution (Contact hours:07)


Thermodynamics and Kinetics of Air-pollution – Applications in the removal of gases like
SOx, NOx, CO, HC etc., air-fuel ratio.

UNIT IV: Meteorology and plume Dispersion (Contact hours:08)


Meteorology and plume Dispersion; properties of atmosphere; Heat, Pressure, Wind
forces, Moisture and relative Humidity, Influence of Meteorological phenomena on Air
Quality-wind rose diagrams.

UNIT-V Plume Dispersion Model (Contact hours:08)


Lapse Rates, Pressure Systems, Winds and moisture plume behavior and plume Rise
Models; Gaussian Model for Plume Dispersion.

UNIT-VI Control of Air pollution (Contact hours:08)


Control of particulates – Control at Sources, Process Changes, Equipment modifications,
Equipment’s – Settling Chambers, Centrifugal separators, filters Dry and Wet scrubbers,
Electrostatic precipitators.

Learning Resources:
Text Books:
1. M.N.Rao and H.V.N.Rao , “Air pollution ‘’ 1st Edition, 1989– Tata Mc.Graw Hill
Company.

Reference:
1.R.K. Trivedy and P.K Goel, “An introduction to Air pollution”. by ‘,2nd Edition, 2005,
B.S. Publications.

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2. Wark and Warner “Air pollution” –3rd Edition, 1997, Harper & Row, New York.
Web resources
NPTEL HRD, February 18, 2008 ,’Air pollution &
Control’http://nptel.ac.in/courses/105104099/

COURSE OUTCOMES: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO acquire the knowledge and understanding to evaluate air quality management
1
CO to understand the type and nature of air pollutants
2
CO analyse the general air pollution problems and episodes
3
CO analyse the effects of air pollutants on man, material and vegetation
4
CO to apply the knowledge of meteorology in design of plume dispersion model.
5
CO to illustrate the theory and working of pollution control devices
6

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Advanced Foundation
PEC 3-0-0 3
CE XX36 Engineering

Course Learning Objectives:


1. To Analysis and interpretation of soil exploration data.

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2. To estimate the soil parameters for design of foundations.


3. To design the shallow foundations.
4. To understand the concept of pile foundations.
5. To understand the concept of retaining walls.
6. To understand the concept of reinforced earth.

Course Content:
UNIT –I: Soil exploration: (Contact hours: 5)
Analysis and interpretation of soil exploration data, estimation of soil parameters for
foundation design.

UNIT –II: Shallow Foundations: (Contact hours: 8)


Methods for bearing capacity estimation, total and differential settlements of footing and
raft, code provisions. Design of individual footings, strip footing, combined footing, rigid
and flexible mat, buoyancy raft, basement raft, underpinning.

UNIT –III: Pile Foundations: (Contact hours: 8)


Estimation load carrying capacity of single and pile group under various loading
conditions. Pile load testing (static, dynamic methods and data interpretation), settlement
of pile foundation, code provisions, design of single pile and pile groups, and pile caps.
Well Foundations: Types, components, construction methods, design methods (Terzaghi,
IS and IRC approaches), check for stability, base pressure, side pressure and deflection.

UNIT –IV: Retaining Walls: (Contact hours: 8)


Types (types of flexible and rigid earth retention systems: counter fort, gravity, diaphragm
walls, sheet pile walls, soldier piles and lagging). Support systems for flexible retaining
walls (struts, anchoring), construction methods, stability calculations, design of flexible
and rigid retaining walls, design of cantilever and anchored sheet pile walls.

UNIT –V: Soil-Foundation Interaction: (Contact hours: 8)


Idealized soil, foundation and interface behavior. Elastic models of soil behavior; Elastic-
plastic and time dependent behavior of soil. Beams and plates on elastic foundation;
numerical analysis of beams and plates resting on elastic foundation.

UNIT –VI: Reinforced Earth: (Contact hours: 8)


Geotechnical properties of reinforced soil, shallow foundation on soil with reinforcement,
retaining walls with reinforcements, design considerations equations.

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Learning Resources:

Textbooks:
1. V.N.S. Murthy, "Advanced Foundation Engineering", 2010, CBS Publishers and
Distributors.

References books:
1. A.P.S. Selvadurai, "Elastic Analysis of Soil-Foundation Interaction", 2013, Elsevier
Scientific Publishing Company.
2. Braja M. Das, "Principles of Foundation Engineering", 7th Edition, 2013, PWS
Publishing Company.
3. Joseph Bowles, "Foundation Analysis and Design", 5th Edition, 2001, McGraw‐Hill
Book Company.

Web Resources:
1. IIT Kharagpur, ‘Lecture series on Advanced Foundation Engineering’
URL: http://nptel.ac.in/courses/105105039/16

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Analysis and interpretation of soil exploration data.
CO 2 Estimate the soil parameters for design of foundations.
CO 3 Design the shallow foundations.
CO 4 Understand the concept of pile foundations.
CO 5 Understand the concept of retaining walls.
CO 6 Understand the concept of reinforced earth.

Assessment Method:
Course Nature Theory
Assessment Method
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CE XX37 Ground Improving Techniques PEC 3-0-0 3

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Course Learning Objectives:


1. To understand the concepts of grouting and dewatering.
2. To understand the methods of densification.
3. To understand the soil stabilization techniques.
4. To understand the concepts of earth reinforcement.
5. To understand the concepts of geo synthetics.
6. To understand the problems with expensive soils.

Course Content:
UNIT -I: (Contact hours: 8)
Dewatering: methods of de-watering- sumps and interceptor ditches- single, multi stage
well points - vacuum well points, Horizontal wells-foundation drains-blanket drains-
criteria for selection of fill material around drains –Electro-osmosis.
Grouting: Objectives of grouting- grouts and their properties- grouting methods-
ascending, descending and stage grouting, hydraulic fracturing in soils and rocks- post
grout test.

UNIT-II: (Contact hours: 8)


In-situ Densification: In – situ densification methods in granular Soils– Vibration at the
ground surface, Impact at the Ground Surface, Vibration at depth, Impact at depth. In – situ
densification methods in Cohesive soils – preloading or dewatering, Vertical drains – Sand
Drains, Sand wick, geodrains – Stone and lime columns – thermal methods.

UNIT-III: (Contact hours: 5)


Stabilization: Methods of stabilization-mechanical-cement- lime-bituminous-chemical
stabilization with calcium chloride, sodium silicate and gypsum.

UNIT-IV: (Contact hours: 8)


Reinforced Earth: Principles – Components of reinforced earth – factors governing design
of reinforced earth walls – design principles of reinforced earth walls.

UNIT-V: (Contact hours: 8)


Geo-synthetics: Geo-textiles- Types, Functions and applications – geo-grids and geo-
membranes – functions and applications.

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UNIT-VI: (Contact-hours: 8)
Expansive soils: Problems of expansive soils – tests for identification – methods of
determination of swell pressure. Improvement of expansive soils – Foundation techniques
in expansive soils – under reamed piles.

Learning Recourses:
Text book:
1. Purushotham Raj, ‘Ground Improvement Techniques’, 2nd Edition, 2016, Laxmi
Publications, New Delhi.
References books:
1. Hausmann M.R., ‘Engineering Principles of Ground Modification’, 1st Edition,
1990, McGraw-Hill International Edition.
2. Moseley M.P., ‘Ground Improvement’, 2nd Edition, 2004, Blackie Academic and
Professional, Boca Taton, Florida, USA.
3. Xanthakos P.P, Abramson, L.W and Brucwe, ‘Ground Control and Improvement’,
1st Edition, 1994, John Wiley and Sons.
Web Resources:
1. Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, ‘Group Improvement’
URL: https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105108075/

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Understand the concepts of grouting and dewatering.
CO 2 Understand the methods of densification.
CO 3 Understand the soil stabilization techniques.
CO 4 Understand the concepts of earth reinforcement.
CO 5 Understand the concepts of geo synthetics.
CO 6 Understand the problems with expensive soils.

Assessment Method:
Course Nature Theory
Assessment Method
Monthly End Semester
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CONSTRUCTION PLANNING
CE XX38 PEC 3-0-0 3
AND MANAGEMENT

Course Learning Objectives:


1. Learners shall appreciate the scope and challenges of typical construction projects.
2. To make the learners able to draft the notice inviting tender and tender documents for
projects.
3. To plan the project as well as to execute the project as per the initial plan.
4. To control the project cost overrun and time overrun by proper Scheduling and resource
allocation& leveling.
5. To understand the optimization of resources.
6. To understand the Equipment selection and utilization, Equipment Costs, maintenance
cost.

Course Content:

UNIT- I: (Contact hours: 8)


Introduction to Civil Engineering Project Management: General Scope, Useful Terms,
Life Cycle, Phases of Construction, Challenges, Functions, Responsibility of an engineer
etc.

UNIT- II: (Contact hours: 8)


Contractual Relation and Contract Management: Various parties involved, Contracts-
Types, Stages of awarding contract, Disputes and Arbitration.

UNIT -III: (Contact hours: 8)


Network Based Project Management Techniques: Time Management - Work Break
Down Structure, Project Planning, Events, Activities, Scheduling Techniques, Gantt
Charts, AoN, Time-Cost Trade-offs, Illustrations & Exercises.

UNIT -IV: (Contact hours: 5)


Resource Scheduling, Project Monitoring : Resource- Allocation, Leveling, Applying
Improvement Factor.
Precedence Diagram Method, earned value of money concept, Project Control Process.

UNIT -V: (Contact hours: 8)

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Introduction to Construction Technology: Quality in Construction, Safety in


Construction, Earthwork, Form work, Concreting, Drilling and Blasting, Piling, De-
watering, Guest Lecture by Experts.

UNIT- VI: (Contact hours: 8)


Introduction to Construction Equipment: Equipment selection and utilization,
Equipment Costs. State of the art case studies.

Learning Resources:
Text Books:
1. B.C. Punmia& K.K.Khandelwal, ‘Project planning and control with PERT and CPM’,
4th Edition, 2016, Laxmi Publications Pvt Ltd.,
Reference Books:
1. Schexnayder, C. J. and Mayo, R. E., ‘Construction Management Fundamentals’,2nd
Edition, 2008, International Edition, McGraw-Hill.
2. Peurifoy, R. L., Schexnayder, C. J. and Shapira, A., ‘Construction Planning,
Equipment, and Methods’, 8th Edition, 2010, Tata McGraw-Hill, New Delhi. 7th
Edison.
Web Resources:
1. IIT Madras, ‘Project Planning & Control’
URL: https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105103093/

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to

Learners shall appreciate the scope and challenges of typical construction


CO 1
projects.
Make the learners able to draft the notice inviting tender and tender
CO 2
documents for projects.
CO 3 Plan the project as well as to execute the project as per the initial plan.
Control the project cost overrun and time overrun by proper Scheduling
CO 4
and resource allocation& leveling.
CO 5 Understand the optimization of resources.
Understand the Equipment selection and utilization, Equipment Costs,
CO 6
maintenance cost.

Assessment Method:

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Infrastructure Planning
CE XX39 PEC 3-0-0 3
and Management

Course Learning Objectives:


1. To understand the Basic Concepts Related to Infrastructure.
2. To understand the concepts of organization in the field of Infrastructure.
3. To understand the Private Involvement in Infrastructure.
4. To understand the Successful Infrastructure Planning and Implementation.
5. To understand the Strategies for Successful Infrastructure Project Implementation.
6. To understand the development of infrastructure.

Course Content:

UNIT-I: (Contact hours: 5)


An overview of Basic Concepts Related to Infrastructure:
Introduction to Infrastructure, An Overview of the Power Sector in India, An Overview of
the Water Supply and Sanitation Sector in India. An overview of the Road, Rail, Air and
Port Transportation Sectors in India. An overview of the Telecommunications Sector in
India. An overview of the Urban Infrastructure in India.

UNIT-II: (Contact hours: 8)


Organizations and Players in the field of Infrastructure:An overview of the Rural
Infrastructure in India. An Introduction to Special Economic Zones. The Stages of an
Infrastructure Project Lifecycle. An Overview of Infrastructure Project Finance - I. An
Overview of Infrastructure Project Finance - II.

UNIT III: (Contact hours: 8)

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Private Involvement in Infrastructure:A Historical Overview of Infrastructure


Privatization. The Benefits of Infrastructure Privatization. Problems with Infrastructure
Privatization. Privatization of Infrastructure in India: Case Study of the Tirupur Water
Supply Project. Privatization of Road Transportation Infrastructure in India.

UNIT IV: (Contact hours: 9)


Challenges to Successful Infrastructure Planning and Implementation: Mapping and
Facing the Landscape of Risks in Infrastructure Projects. Economic and Demand Risks:
The Case of the Vadodhara-Halol Expressway. Political Risks - I: The case of the Chand-
Cameroon Pipeline. Political Risks - II: The Dabhol Power Plant Case Study. Socio-
Environmental Risks - I: The Case of Bujagali Dam in Uganda-Environmental Risks - II:
The Case of Conoco's Oil Exploration in America.

UNIT V: (Contact hours: 9)


Strategies for Successful Infrastructure Project Implementation: Risk Management
Framework for Infrastructure Projects.Shaping the Planning Phase of Infrastructure
Projects to mitigate risks. Designing Sustainable Contracts. Introduction to Fair Process
and Negotiation. Negotiating with multiple Stakeholders on Infrastructure Projects.

UNIT VI: (Contact hours: 9)


Development of Infrastructure: Sustainable Development of Infrastructure.
Information Technology and Systems for Successful Infrastructure Management.
Innovative Design and Maintenance of Infrastructure Facilities. Infrastructure Modeling
and Life Cycle Analysis Techniques. Capacity Building and Improving the Governments
Role in Infrastructure Implementation. An Integrated Framework for Successful
Infrastructure Planning and Management - Infrastructure Management Systems and Future
Directions.

Learning Resources:
Text Books:
1. Alvin S. Goodman and Makarand Hastak, ‘Infrastructure Planning Handbook:
Planning, Engineering, and Economic’, 1st Edition, 2006, McGraw-Hill Professional
Publications.

References Books
1. Michael Phiri, ‘BIM in Healthcare Infrastructure: Planning, Design and
Construction’, ICE Publishing , 2016.

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2. Sandro Fabbro, ‘Mega Transport Infrastructure Planning: European Corridors in


Local-Regional Perspective’, 1st Edition, 2015, Springer publications.
3. James V Parkin and Deepak Sharma,’Infrastructure Planning’, 1st Edition, 1999,
Thomas Telford Ltd publications.

Web Resources:
1. IIT Madras, ‘Lecture series on Infrastructure planning and management’
URL: https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105106115/

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Understand theBasic Concepts Related to Infrastructure.
CO 2 Understand the concepts of organization in the field of Infrastructure.
CO 3 Understand the Private Involvement in Infrastructure.
CO 4 Understand the Successful Infrastructure Planning and Implementation.
Understand theStrategies for Successful Infrastructure Project
CO 5
Implementation.
CO 6 Understand the development of infrastructure.

Assessment Method:
Course Nature Theory
Assessment Method
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Construction Economics
CE XX40 PEC 3-0-0 3
and Finance

Course Learning Objectives:


1. To understand the concept quantifying alternatives for decision making.
2. To understand the concepts of Time value of money.
3. To understand the comparison of alternatives.

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4. To understand the concepts of depreciation, inflation and taxes and cost –


estimating
5. To understand the concepts of equipment economics
6. To understand the concepts of introduction to financial management

Course Content:
UNIT-I: (Contact hours: 5)
Introduction: Basic Principles - Time value of money, Quantifying alternatives for
decision making, Cash flow diagrams.

UNIT-II: (Contact hours: 8)


Time Value of money: Equivalence- Single payment in the future (P/F, F/P), Present
payment compared to uniform series payments (P/A, A/P), Future payment compared to
uniform series payments (F/A, A/F), Arithmetic gradient, Geometric gradient.

UNIT-III: (Contact hours: 8)


Comparison of Alternatives: Comparison of alternatives: Present, future and annual
worth method of comparing alternatives, Rate of return, Incremental rate of return, Break-
even comparisons, Capitalized cost analysis, Benefit-cost analysis.

UNIT-IV: (Contact hours: 8)


Depreciation, Inflation and Taxes and Cost – Estimating: Depreciation, Inflation,
Taxes; Types of Estimates, Approximate estimates – Unit estimate, Factor estimate, Cost
indexes, Parametric estimate, Life cycle cost.

UNIT V: (Contact hours: 8)


Equipment economics: Equipment costs, Ownership and operating costs, Buy/Rent/Lease
options, Replacement analysis.
UNIT VI: (Contact hours: 8)
Introduction to Financial management: Construction accounting, Chart of Accounts,
Financial statements – Profit and loss, Balance sheets, Financial ratios, Working capital
management.

Learning Resources:
Text Books:
1. Phillip F. Ostwald, ‘Construction Cost Analysis and Estimating’,1st Edition, 2000,
Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River, New Jersey.

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Reference Books:
1. Peterson, S. J., ‘Construction Accounting and Financial Management’,3rd Edition,
2012, Pearson Education, New Jersey.
2. Peurifoy, R. L., Schexnayder, C. J. and Shapira, A., ‘Construction Planning,
Equipment, and Methods’, 9thEdition., 2018,Tata McGraw-Hill, New Delhi.

Web Resources:
1. IIT Guwahati, ‘Construction Economics and Finance’
URL: https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105103023/

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Understand the concept quantifying alternatives for decision making.
CO 2 Understand the concepts of Time value of money.
CO 3 Understand the comparison of alternatives.
Understand the concepts of depreciation, inflation and taxes and cost –
CO 4
estimating
CO 5 Understand the concepts of equipment economics
CO 6 Understand the concepts of introduction to financial management

Assessment Method:
Course Nature Theory
Assessment Method
Monthly End Semester
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CE XX41 REMOTE SENSING PEC 3-0-0 3


AND GIS

Course Learning Objectives:

1. To study the basic principles of remote sensing, characteristics of the instrument


used for remote sensing

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2. To understand the basic concepts of microwave remote sensing


3. To understand the GIS, background, development and components of GIS
4. To familiarize with vector and raster data analysis
5. To study the analysis of various spatial and non-spatial data in GIS
6. To study the different areas of applications of remote sensing and GIS

Course Content:

UNIT I: EMR and Its Interaction with Atmosphere & Earth Material
(Contact hours: 7)
Definition of remote sensing and its components – Electromagnetic spectrum – wavelength
regions important to remote sensing – Wave theory, Particle theory, Stefan-Boltzman and
Wein’s Displacement Law – Atmospheric scattering, absorption – Atmospheric windows
spectral signature concepts – typical spectral reflective characteristics of water, vegetation
and soil.

UNIT II: Platforms and Sensors (Contact hours: 8)


Types of platforms – orbit types, Sun-synchronous and Geosynchronous – Passive and
Active sensors – resolution concept – Pay load description of important Earth Resources
and Meteorological satellites – Airborne and space borne TIR and microwave sensors.

UNIT III: Image Interpretation and Analysis (Contact hours: 7)


Types of Data Products – types of image interpretation – basic elements of image
interpretation - visual interpretation keys – Digital Image Processing – Pre-processing –
image enhancement techniques – multispectral image classification – Supervised and
unsupervised.

UNIT IV: Geographic Information System (Contact hours: 9)


Introduction – Maps – Definitions – Map projections – types of map projections – map
analysis GIS definition – basic components of GIS – standard GIS softwares – Data type –
Spatial and non-spatial (attribute) data – measurement scales – Data Base Management
Systems (DBMS).

UNIT V: Data entry, storage and analysis (Contact hours: 7)


Data models – vector and raster data – data compression – data input by digitization and
scanning attribute data analysis – integrated data analysis – Modeling in GIS Highway
alignment studies – Land Information System.

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UNIT-VI: Remote Sensing Applications (Contact hours: 7)


Watershed management, Rainfall-runoff modeling, Irrigation management, Flood
mapping, Drought assessment, Environmental monitoring, other applications.

Learning Resources:
Text Book:
1. Anji Reddy, M. (2001). Textbook of Remote Sensing and Geographical Information
System. 4th Edition, 2012, BS Publications, Hyderabad.

Reference Books:
1. Lillesand, T.M., Kiefer, R.W. and J.W.Chipman. (2004). Remote Sensing and
Image Interpretation. 7th Edition, 2015, John Willey and Sons (Asia) Pvt. Ltd., New
Delhi. Pp:763.
2. Lo. C.P.and A.K.W.Yeung (2002), Concepts and Techniques of Geographic
Information Systems, 2nd Edition, 2012, Prentice-Hall of India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.
3. Peter A.Burrough, Rachael A.McDonnell (2000). “Principles of GIS”, 3rd Edition,
2015, Oxford University Press.
4. Ian Heywood (2000). An Introduction to GIS, 4th Edition, 2012, Pearson Education
Asia
Web Resources:

1. IISC Bangalore, April 09 2014, ‘Remote Sensing’, URL:


https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105108077/

COURSE OUTCOMES: At the end of the course, student will be able to


1 Analyze the principles and components of photogrammetry and remote sensing
Describe the process of data acquisition of satellite images and their
2
characteristics
3 Compute an image visually and digitally with digital image processing techniques.
4 Explain the concepts and fundamentals of GIS
5 Develop skills in developing vector and raster datasets.
Compute knowledge of remote sensing and GIS in different civil engineering
6
applications

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Assessment Method
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GROUND WATER
CE XX51 OEC 3-0-0 3
HYDROLOGY

Course Learning Objectives:

1. To understand the sources of ground water, aquifers, water occurrence in different


types of rocks
2. To understand the ground water potential theory and movement of ground water
through Theis’s method and Jacob’s method
3. To study about open well and tube well.
4. To study the evaluation of aquifer parameters through pumping test, recuperation
test and methods of ground water investigation
5. To study the ground water contamination and recharge methods
6. To familiarize with ground water investigations

Course Content:

UNIT-I: Introduction (Contact hours: 8)


Ground water utilization & historical background, ground water in hydrologic cycle,
ground water budget, and ground water level fluctuations & environmental influence,
literature/ data/ internet resources. Origin & age of ground water, rock properties affecting
groundwater, groundwater column, zones of aeration & saturation, aquifers and their
characteristics/classification, groundwater basins & springs, Darcy’s Law, permeability &
its determination, Dupuit assumptions, heterogeneity &anisotropy, Ground water flow
rates & flow directions, general flow equations through porous media

UNIT-II: Advanced Well Hydraulics (Contact hours: 7)

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steady/ unsteady, uniform/ radial flow to a well in a confined/ unconfined /leaky aquifer,
well flow near aquifer boundaries/ for special conditions, partially penetrating/horizontal
wells & multiple well systems, well completion/ development/ protection/ rehabilitation/
testing for yield

UNIT-III: Pollution and Quality Analysis of Ground Water (Contact hours: 7)


Municipal/industrial /agricultural /miscellaneous sources & causes of pollution,
attenuation/ underground distribution / potential evaluation of pollution, physical /chemical
/biological analysis of ground water quality, criteria & measures of ground water quality,
ground water salinity & samples, graphical representations of ground water quality

UNIT-IV: Surface/ Sub-Surface Investigation Of Ground Water(Contact hours: 8)


Geological /geophysical exploration/ remote sensing / electric resistivity /seismic
refraction based methods for surface investigation of ground water, test drilling & ground
water level measurement, sub-surface ground water investigation through geophysical /
resistivity /spontaneous potential /radiation / temperature / caliper / fluid conductivity /
fluid velocity /miscellaneous logging. Concept& methods of artificial ground water
recharge, recharge mounds & induced recharge, wastewater recharge for reuse, water
spreading.

UNIT-V: Saline Water Intrusion in Aquifers (Contact hours: 7)


Ghyben-Herzberg relation between fresh & saline waters, shape & structure of the fresh &
saline water interface, upcoming of saline water, fresh-saline water relations on oceanic
islands, seawater intrusion in Karst terrains, saline water intrusion control.

UNIT-VI: Groundwater Recharge Techniques (Contact hours: 8)


Direct methods: Percolation tank, flooding, stream augmentation, ditch and furrow system,
contour bund and subsurface method of recharge. Indirect methods: induced recharge and
aquifer modification method. Methods and techniques of ground water recharge in urban
and rural areas.

Learning Resources:

Text Book:
1. D. K. Todd and L. F. Mays, "Groundwater Hydrology", 3rd edition 2011 ,John
Wiley and sons.

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Reference Books:
1. Raghunath H.M., ‘Ground Water’ – Wiley Eastern Publications
2. K. R. Karanth, "Hydrogeology", 1st edition 2017 TataMcGraw Hill Publishing
Company.
3. Bower H,’Ground Water Hydrology’,1st edition 2017 McGraw Hill,
Web Resources:
1. IIT Kharagpur, June 11 2015, ‘Ground Water Hydrology’, URL:
https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105105042/
COURSE OUTCOMES: At the end of the course, student will be able to
1 Understand the nature of groundwater and its role in water cycle
2 Understand Darcy’s law and the ground water flow equation.
Use suitable data to calculate the exploitable storage, specific yield and specific
3
retention of an aquifer.
4 Capable of interpreting groundwater field data and identify contamination.
5 Allot ground water usage according to sustainable yield.
6 Learn modelling of ground water and its management

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
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CE XX52 WATER RESOURCES OEC 3-0-0 3


SYSTEMS

Course Learning Objectives:

1. To provide in depth coverage of tools of analysis, namely optimization and


simulation.
2. To forecast and predict problems in hydrology.
3. To formulate and solve flood routing models for linear hydrologic systems

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4. Develop rainfall-runoff models using simulation techniques


5. To provide the theoretical framework for analysis based on economics of water and
the design of water systems
6. To familiarize with multipurpose reservoir operations.
Course Content:

Unit I: Introduction and Optimization (Contact hours: 7)

Definitions and types of systems, Optimization: Functions of a single variable,


Optimization: Functions of multiple variables, constrained optimization and introduction
to linear programming, CPM and PERT Techniques.

Unit II: Linear Programming (Contact hours: 7)

Graphical method, Linear Programming: Simplex method, Linear Programming: Multiple


solutions, Linear Programming: Unbounded and infeasible problems, Linear
Programming: Dual problem

Unit III: Dynamic Programming (Contact hours: 8)

Introduction to Dynamic Programming, Dynamic Programming: Water allocation problem


and reservoir operation problem and Capacity expansion and shortest route problems

Unit IV: Reservoir Simulation and Modelling (Contact hours: 8)

Simulation: Introduction to Multi-objective planning, Multi-objective planning, Reservoir


sizing, Reservoir capacity using Linear Programming, reservoir operations, multi reservoir
systems, Stationary policy using Dynamic Programming and Hydropower generation

Unit V: Basic Probability theory (Contact hours: 8)

Basic probability theory, Chance constrained Linear Programming for reservoir operation
and design and Stochastic Dynamic Programming for reservoir operation.

Unit VI: Reservoir operation (Contact hours: 7)

Fuzzy optimization for water quality control and reservoir operation, Conjunctive use of
ground and surface water, Hydropower optimization, Crop yield optimization, Multi-basin
and multi-reservoir systems.

Learning Resources:

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Text Book:

1. Vedula,S. and Mujumdar,P.P.(2005) ‘Water Resources Systems : Modelling


Techniques and Analysis’, 1st Edition, 2005,Tata McGraw Hill, New Delhi.
Reference Books:

1. Loucks, D.P. and Ellco Van Beek (2005) ‘Water Resources Systems Planning and
Management :An Introduction to Methods, Models and Applications.’, 1st Edition,
2017, UNESCO, Netherlands.
2. Mays L.W and Tung Y-K,(1992) ‘Hydrosystems Engineering and Management’, 1st
Edition,2002, McGraw Hill, USA
3. Simonovic,S.P.(2009) ‘Managing Water Resources : Methods and Tools for a Systems
Approach’, 1st Edition, 2008, UNESCO Publishing, France
Web Resources:

1. IISC Bangalore, April 09 2014, ‘Water Resources Systems (Modelling Techniques


and Analysis)’, URL: http://nptel.ac.in/syllabus/105108130/

COURSE OUTCOMES: At the end of the course, student will be able to


1 Understand the fundamentals of economic theory as applied to water resources
2 Be familiar with optimization and simulation modelling
3 design and solve optimization models of water systems
4 conduct model-based analysis of integrated water resources systems
Understand current issues of importance in water resources management,
5
including water scarcity, ecohydrology and climate change.
6 Develop optimal reservoir operation system

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
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Environmental Management
OEC 3-0-0 3
CE XX53 and Impact Assessment

Course objectives:
1 To provide a basic understanding of the EIA process as it is used for research,
planning, project or program evaluation, monitoring, and regulatory enforcement.
2 To compare and contrast different EIA methodologies
3 To summarize environmental impact assessment of human activities in soil,
surfacewater, air and biological environment.
4 To explain various types of environmental audit, acts and rules.
5 To record environmental Impact assessment statement for various Industries
6. To introduce students to the legal, economic, social, administrative and technical
process preparing and/or evaluating environmental impact documents.

Course Content:

UNIT I: Basic concept of EIA (Contact hours: 7)


Definition, Initial environmental Examination, Elements of EIA, - factors affecting E-I-A
Impact evaluation and analysis, preparation of Environmental Base map, Classification of
environmental parameters.

UNIT II: E I A Methodologies (Contact hours: 7)


Introduction, Criteria for the selection of EIA Methodology, E I A methods, Ad-hoc
methods, matrix methods, Network method, Environmental Media Quality Index method,
overlay methods, cost/benefit Analysis.

UNIT III: E I A in soil, surface water, Air and Biological environment


(Contact hours: 7)
Introduction and Methodology for the assessment of soil and ground water, Procurement
of relevant soil quality, Impact prediction, Assessment of Impact significance,
Identification and incorporation of mitigation measures
Methodology for the assessment of Impacts on surface water environment, Air pollution
sources, generalized approach for assessment of Air pollution Impact.

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Assessment of Impact of development Activities on Vegetation and wildlife,


environmental Impact of Deforestation – Causes and effects of deforestation.

UNIT – IV: Environmental Audit & Environmental legislation (Contact hours: 8)


Objectives of Environmental Audit, Types of environmental Audit, Audit protocol, stages
of Environmental Audit, onsite activities, evaluation of Audit data and preparation of Audit
report.

UNIT-V: Environmental Acts and Rules (Contact hours: 8)


The Environmental Protection Act, The water Act, The Air (Prevention & Control of
pollution Act.), Wild life Act, Water CessAct,The Public Liability Insurance Act
,Environmental Protection Rules, The Hazardous Wastes (Management and Handling)
Rules, EIA Notification, Public Interest Litigations.

UNIT-VI Case Studies (Contact hours: 8)


Case studies and preparation of Environmental Impact assessment statement for various
Industries.

Learning Resources:
Text Book:
1. Y. Anjaneyulu, ‘Environmental Impact Assessment Methodologies’, 2ndEdition, 2010,
B.S. Publication, Sultan Bazar, KAKINADA.
Reference books:
1. Suresh K. Dhaneja by ‘Environmental Science and Engineering’– 2013, S.K.,
Katania& Sons Publication., New Delhi.
2. Dr H.S. Bhatia ‘Environmental Pollution and Control’–2nd Edition, 2018, Galgotia
Publication (P) Ltd, Delhi
3. J. Glynn and Gary W. Hein Ke , ‘Environmental Science and Engineering’, by– 2nd
Edition, 1996, Prentice Hall Publishers

Web resources :

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1. IIT Kharagpur, jan 10 2010,’Environmental Impact Assessment’


http://nptel.ac.in/syllabus/syllabus.php?subjectId=105103024

COURSE OUTCOMES: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
Acquire a better understanding of social impact of development on
CO 1 environment
define the basic concepts of environmental impact assessment
CO 2 Experience environmental planning and auditing activities
Summarize environmental impact assessment of human activities in soil,
CO 3
surface water, air and biological environment.
CO 4 Explain various types of environmental audit, acts and rules.

CO 5 Record environmental impact assessment statement for various industries

CO 6 Participate in interdisciplinary environmental report preparation teams

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method
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Modern Construction
CE XX54 OEC 3-0-0 3
Materials

Course Learning Objectives:


1. To understand the properties of engineering materials.
2. To understand the behavior of concrete and advantages of high strength concrete.
3. To understand the types of steel and advantages of alloy steel.
4. To understand the types of plastic and advantages of reinforced polymers.
5. To understand the concepts of types and properties of water proofing compounds.

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6. To understand the concepts of types & differences between smart and intelligent
materials.

Course Content:
UNIT-I (Contact hours: 5)
INTRODUCTION OF ENGINEERING MATERIALS:
Introduction of Engineering Materials, Properties of the engineering materials, need of
advanced materials in civil engineering.

UNIT-II (Contact hours: 8)


SPECIAL CONCRETES-Concretes, Behavior of concretes – Properties and Advantages
of High Strength and High-Performance Concrete – Properties and Applications of Fiber
Reinforced Concrete, Self-compacting concrete, Alternate Materials to concrete on high
performance & high Strength concrete.

UNIT-III (Contact hours: 8)


METALS -Types of Steels – Manufacturing process of steel – Advantages of new alloy
steels –Properties and advantages of aluminium and its products – Types of Coatings &
Coatings to reinforcement – Applications of Coatings.

UNIT-IV (Contact hours: 8)


COMPOSITES-Types of Plastics – Properties & Manufacturing process – Advantages of
Reinforced polymers – Types of FRP – FRP on different structural elements – Applications
of FRP.

UNIT-V (Contact hours: 8)


OTHER MATERIALS -Types and properties of Water Proofing Compounds – Types of
Non-weathering Materials and its uses – Types of Flooring and Facade Materials and its
application, concrete admixtures and construction chemicals.

UNIT-VI (Contact hours: 8)


SMART AND INTELLIGENT MATERIALS -Types & Differences between Smart and
Intelligent Materials – Special features – Case studies showing the applications of smart &
Intelligent Materials.

Learning Resources:
Text Books:

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1. P.C.Varghese, ‘Building Materials’, 2nd Edition, 2015, Prentice-Hall, India.


Reference Books:
1. William D. Callister Jr., David G. Rethwisch,‘Materials Science and Engineering:An
introduction’, 9th Edition , 2013, John Wiley .
2. V. Raghavan, ‘Materials Science and Engineering’, 6th Edition, 2015, Prentice
HallIndia Learning Private Limited.
3. R.A. Higgins, ‘Properties of Engineering Materials’, 2nd Edition, 1994, Industrial
Press.
4. Eds. J.M. Illston and P.L.J. Domone, ‘Construction materials: Their nature and
behavior’, 4th Edition, 2010, Spon Press.
5. J.F.Young,S. Mindess, R.J. Gray & A.Bentur, ‘The Science and Technology of Civil
Engineering Materials’, 1st Edition, 1997, Prentice Hall.
Web Resources:
1. IIT Madras, ‘Modern Construction Materials’
URL: https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105106053/

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Understand the properties of engineering materials.
Understand the behavior of concrete and advantages of high strength
CO 2
concrete.
CO 3 Understand the types of steel and advantages of alloy steel.
CO 4 Understand the types of plastic and advantages of reinforced polymers.
Understand the concepts of types and properties of water proofing
CO 5
compounds.
Understand the concepts of types & differences between smart and
CO 6
intelligent materials.

Assessment Method:
Course Nature Theory
Assessment Method
Monthly End Semester
Assessment Tool Weekly tests Total
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CE XX55 Green Buildings and OEC 3-0-0 3


Landscape
Course Learning Objectives:
1. To understand the green building trends and technologies.
2. To understand the concept of green energy and its sustainable development.
3. To understand the concept of ecosystems and ecology principles.
4. To understand the concept of landscape.
5. To Design of landscape.
6. To understand the concept global warming.

Course Content:
UNIT-I: (Contact hours: 8)
Green innovation & sustainability: Criteria for choosing appropriate green energy
technologies, life cycle cost; the emerging trends - process /product innovation,
technological environmental leap –frogging; Eco/green technologies for addressing the
problems of water, Energy, Health, Agriculture and Biodiversity-WEHAB (eco–
restoration/Phyto-remediation, ecological sanitation, renewable energy technologies,
industrial ecology, and appropriate green technologies); design for sustainability.

UNIT-II: (Contact hours: 5)


Green energy and sustainable development; The inseparable linkages of life supporting
systems, biodiversity and ecosystem services and their implications for sustainable
development.

UNIT-III: (Contact hours: 8)


Global warming; greenhouse emissions, impacts, mitigation and adaptation; future energy
systems- clean/green energy technologies; international agreements / conventions on
energy and sustainability - United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
(UNFCC); sustainable development .

UNIT-IV: (Contact hours: 8)


Ecological principles: Ecological principles, Concept of ecosystems, ecosystem theories,
energy resources and their inter-linkages, energy flow, the impacts of human activities on
energy flow in major man-made ecosystems-agricultural, industrial and urban ecosystems.

UNIT V: (Contact hours: 8)

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Over view, introduction to landscape: Categories, and materials in landscape, Objective


and professional scope of landscape design.

UNITVI: (Contact hours: 8)


Landscape design: Introduction to history of landscape design. Land form Design.
Behavior of the people.

Learning Resources:
Text Books:
1. George Acquaah, ‘Horticulture Principles and Practice’, 4th Edition, 2008, PHI
Learning Pvt.Ltd. New Delhi.
Reference Books:
1. Brian Hackett, ‘Planting design’, 1st Edition, 1979, McGraw-Hill Book Company.
2. Gordon Halfacre and john A Barden, ‘Horticulture’, 1st Edition, 1979, Mc Graw-Hill
Book Company.
3. G.S .Saini, ‘A Textbook of Ornamental Gardening’, 2013, Aman Publishing House,
Meerut.
4. V.Kumaresan, ‘Horticulture’, 2010, Saras Publication.
5. An illustrative Handbook on Landscape Design prepared by the Instructor and TA as a
part of the environmental research.
Web Resources:
1. IIT Kharagpur, ‘Lecture series on Green buildings and Landscape’.
URL: https:// nptel.ac.in/courses/124107002/

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Understand the green building trends and technologies.
CO 2 Understand the concept of green energy and its sustainable development.
CO 3 Understand the concept of ecosystems and ecology principles.
CO 4 Understand the concept of landscape.
CO 5 Design of landscape.
CO 6 Understand the concept global warming.

Assessment Method:
Course Nature Theory
Assessment Method

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Civil Engineering- Societal &


OEC 3-0-0 3
CE XX56 Global Impact

Course Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

1. Understanding of the impact which CivilEngineering has on the Society at large and on
the global arena.

2. Civil Engineering projects have an impact on the Infrastructure, Energy consumption


and generation, Sustainability of the Environment.

3. Projects have an impact on the Aesthetics of the environment, Employment creation,


Contribution to the GDP, and on a more perceptible level, the Quality of Life.

4. Gain awareness about the importance of Civil Engineering and the impact it has on the
Society and at global levels.

5. Gain awareness about the impact of Civil Engineering for the various specific fields of
human endeavor.

6. Be in a position to think innovatively to ensure Sustainability.

Course Content:

UNIT I: (Contact hours: 8)


Introduction to Course and Overview; Understanding the past to look into the future: Pre
industrial revolution days, Agricultural revolution, first and second industrial revolutions,
IT revolution; Recent major Civil Engineering breakthroughs and innovations; Present day
world and future projections, Ecosystems in Society and in Nature; the steady erosion in
Sustainability; Global warming, its impact and possible causes; Evaluating future

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requirements for various resources; GIS and applications for monitoring systems; Human
Development Index and Ecological Footprint of India Vs other countries and analysis.

UNIT II: (Contact hours: 8)


Understanding the importance of Civil Engineering in shaping and impacting the world;
The ancient and modern Marvels and Wonders in the field of Civil Engineering; Future
Vision for Civil Engineering.

UNIT III: (Contact hours: 7)


Infrastructure - Habitats, Megacities, Smart Cities, futuristic visions; Transportation
(Roads, Railways & Metros, Airports, Seaports, River ways, Sea canals, Tunnels (below
ground, under water); Futuristic systems (ex, Hyper Loop)); Energy generation (Hydro,
Solar (Photovoltaic, Solar Chimney), Wind, Wave, Tidal, Geothermal, Thermal energy);
Water provisioning; Telecommunication needs (towers, above-ground and underground
cabling); Awareness of various Codes & Standards governing Infrastructure development;
Innovations and methodologies for ensuring Sustainability.

UNIT IV: (Contact hours: 7)


Environment- Traditional & futuristic methods; Solid waste management, Water
purification, Wastewater treatment & Recycling, Hazardous waste treatment; Flood control
(Dams, Canals, River interlinking), Multi-purpose water projects, Atmospheric pollution;
Global warming phenomena and Pollution Mitigation measures, Stationarity and non-
stationarity; Environmental Metrics & Monitoring; Other Sustainability measures;
Innovations and methodologies for ensuring Sustainability.

UNIT V: (Contact hours: 8)


Built environment – Facilities management, Climate control; Energy efficient built
environments and LEED ratings, Recycling, Temperature/ Sound control in built
environment, Security systems; Intelligent/ Smart Buildings; Aesthetics of built
environment, Role of Urban Arts Commissions; Conservation, Repairs & Rehabilitation of
Structures & Heritage structures; Innovations and methodologies for ensuring
Sustainability.

UNIT VI: (Contact hours: 7)


Civil Engineering Projects – Environmental Impact Analysis procedures; Waste (materials,
manpower, equipment) avoidance/ Efficiency increase; Advanced construction techniques
for better sustainability; Techniques for reduction of Green House Gas emissions in various

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aspects of Civil Engineering Projects; New Project Management paradigms & Systems
(Ex. Lean Construction), contribution of Civil Engineering to GDP, Contribution to
employment(projects, facilities management), Quality of products, Health & Safety aspects
for stakeholders; Innovations and methodologies for ensuring Sustainability during Project
development.

Learning Resources:

Text Books:
1. Žiga Turk (2014), ‘Global Challenges and the Role of Civil Engineering’, Chapter 3
in:Fischinger M. (eds) Performance-Based Seismic Engineering: Vision for an
Earthquake Resilient Society. Geotechnical, Geological and Earthquake Engineering,
Vol. 32. Springer, Dordrecht

Reference Books:
1. Brito, Ciampi, Vasconcelos, Amarol, Barros (2013) ‘Engineering impacting Social,
Economical and Working Environment’, 120th ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition
2. NAE Grand Challenges for Engineering (2006), ‘Engineering for the Developing
World, The Bridge’, Vol 34, No.2, Summer 2004.
3. Allen M. (2008) ‘Cleansing the city’. Ohio University Press. Athens Ohio.
4. Ashley R., Stovin V., Moore S., Hurley L., Lewis L., Saul A 2010). London Tideway
Tunnels Programme – Thames Tunnel Project Needs Report – Potential source control
and SUDS applications: Land use and retrofit options

Course Outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Understand the importance of Civil Engineering.
CO 2 Know about the ecosystems.
CO 3 Understand the Environmental Impact Analysis procedure.
CO 4 Demonstrate about energy efficient built environment.
CO 5 Gain knowledge about solid waste management.
Gain awareness of various codes and standard governing infrastructure
CO 6
development.

Course Nature Theory


Assessment Method

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MAXX01 Introduction to Probability and


BSC 2-1-0 3
Statistics

Course Learning Objectives:


1. Providing students with a formal treatment of probability theory.
2. Equipping students with essential tools for statistical analysis.
3. Fostering understanding through real-world statistical applications.
4. Develop skills in presenting quantitative data using appropriate diagrams, tabulations.
5. Use appropriate statistical methods in the analysis of simple datasets.
6. Instill the belief that Statistics is important for scientific research.

Course Content:

Unit - I (8 Contact hours)


Permutations and Combinations, Probability introduction through Sets and Relative
Frequency, Experiments and Sample Spaces, Discrete and Continuous Sample Spaces,
Events, Probability Definitions and Axioms, Mathematical Model of Experiments,
Probability as a Relative Frequency, Joint Probability, Conditional Probability, Total
Probability, Bayes’ Theorem and Independent Events.

Unit - II (10 Contact hours)


Random Variable , Bivariate random variable, Mathematical Expectation , Discrete
Probability Distributions, Continuous Probability Distributions , Functions of Random
Variables, Correlation coefficient and Bivariate Normal Distribution.

Unit - III (06 Contact hours)


Definition of population, sampling, statistics and parameters. Types of sampling,
Expected values of sample mean and variance, sampling distribution, standard error,
sampling distribution of mean and sampling distribution of variance.

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Unit- IV (06 Contact hours)


Sampling -Distributions (t, F and Chi-square), confidence interval and interval
estimation.

Unit – V (09 Contact hours)


Definition of Null and alternative hypothesis, critical region. Type I and II errors, power
of the test, one tail, two tail tests, Tests for the single mean, two means, single proportion
and two proportions using Z-test and t-test, tests significance of difference in variances.

Unit -VI (06 Contact hours)


Chi-square test for goodness of fit, ANOVA for one-way and two-way classified data.

Learning resources

Text book:
1 William W. Hines and Douglas C. Montgomery, ‘Probability and Statistics in
Engineering’, Willy Publications, 4th Edition.

Reference Books:
1. Sheldon Ross, ‘A First Course in Probability’, Pearson Publications, 9th Edition.

2. Athanasios Papoulis and S. Unnikrishna Pillai, ’Probability, Random Variables and


Stochastic Processes’, TMH, 4th Edition,.

Web resources:
1. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/117105085/
2. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/111106112/
3. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/111102111/
4. RGUKT Course Content

Course outcomes: At the end of the course, the student will be able to
CO 1 Apply Probability theory via Bayes Rule.

CO 2 Describe the properties of Discrete and Continuous distributions.

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CO 3 Apply problem-solving techniques to solving real-world events.

CO 4 Apply selected probability distributions to solve problems.

Develop problem-solving techniques needed to accurately calculate


CO 5
probabilities.

CO 6 Interpret and clearly present output from statistical analysis.

Probability and Statistics Theory

Assessment Method

Assessment Weekly tests Monthly tests End Semester Test Total


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