ENERGY, ENVIRONMENT & AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING EEA T104

Programme Name : B.TECH - CIVIL ENGINEERING

Programme Code : CE
Semester : FIRST
Course Title : ENERGY, ENVIRONMENT & AGRICULTURAL ENGG
Course Code : EEA T104

I.RATIONALE:-
This comprehensive course is designed to equip civil engineers with the essential knowledge and skills to address the
intricate relationship between energy, environment, and agriculture. By understanding these interconnected elements,
engineers can develop sustainable infrastructure projects that effectively tackle the unique challenges faced by the
Andaman Islands, such as limited resources, natural disasters, and the imperative for sustainable agriculture

II.INDUSTRY / EMPLOYER EXPECTED OUTCOME: -

In Government agencies, Consulting firms, Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and in construction sectors such as
renewable energy, agriculture, and tourism may benefit from the expertise of civil engineers with a strong understanding of
energy, environmental, and agricultural engineering

III. COURSE LEVEL LEARNING OUTCOMES (COS)

Students will be able to achieve & demonstrate the following COs on completion of course based learning
CO1 - Assess India's energy use and its impact on sustainability
CO2 - Explain the principles of electricity generation using various technologies
CO3 - Study the potential and challenges of renewable energy.
CO4 - Examine the causes, effects, and solutions for pollution of air, noise, water, and waste
CO5 - Apply agricultural engineering principles for sustainable irrigation systems and farming practices.
IV.TEACHING-LEARNING & ASSESSMENT SCHEME
Learning Scheme Assessment Scheme
Actual
Contact
Theory Micro Project
Course Course Hrs./Week
Course Title Abbr Credits Paper Total Marks
Code Category/s SLH NLH
Duration (Max)
FA- SA-
CL TL LL Total SA-PR
TH TH
Max Max Max Min Max Min
EEAT BASIC BEE 3 1 0 04 05 4 1 hr 20 50 70 30 30 15 100
103 ENERGY AE
ENVIRONMEN
TAL AND
AGRICULTUR
AL ENGG
Abbreviations: CL- Class Room Learning , TL- Tutorial Learning, LL-Laboratory Learning, SLH-Self Learning
Hours, NLH-Notional Learning Hours, FA - Formative Assessment, SA -Summative assessment, IKS - Indian
Knowledge System, SLA - Self Learning Assessment
Legends: @ Internal Assessment, # External Assessment, *# On Line Examination , @$ Internal Online
Examination
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V. THEORY LEARNING OUTCOMES AND ALIGNED COURSE CONTENT

Suggested
CO's Covered and Estimated Learning content mapped with Theory Learning
Sr.No Teaching-
number of Lectures Outcomes (TLO's) and CO's.
Learning
Pedagogies.
Unit 1: Energy Resources and Sustainability 12Hrs
1 CO1 - Assess India's energy use Present energy resources in India and its sustainability - Lecture,
and its impact on sustainability. Advantage and disadvantage of all sources - Energy Infographics,
demand scenario in India Debates and Case
Studies
Unit - II Electricity Production 12Hrs
Basics of Solar Energy- Solar thermal and Solar Lectures, Exercises,
2 CO2 - Explain the principles Simulation Games
photovoltaic systems - Power and energy from wind
of electricity generation using
turbines - Types of wind turbines – Hydro Power plants
various technologies
– Nuclear Power plants

3 Unit 3: Renewable Energy Sources 12Hrs

CO3 – Study the potential and Introduction to geothermal energy and tidal energy – Classroom
challenges of renewable energy Biomass Resources – Feedstock Pre-processing and Instruction,
Treatments – Biomass conversion Technologies. Documentaries

4 CO4 - Examine the causes, Unit 4: Climate Change and Environmental Impacts-
effects, and solutions for 12 Hrs Lectures, Local
pollution of air, noise, water, and Sources, Effects and Control Measures for Air, Noise and Visits, Expert Talks
waste Water pollution – Drinking water Quality - Municipal
solid waste generation and management. Greenhouse
gases and global warming - climate change – Impacts of
Fossil fuels – Impacts of Industrial and Transport
Emissions.
5 CO5 - Apply agricultural Unit 5: Agricultural Engineering and Practices -12 Lectures, , Local
engineering principles for Hrs Visits, Expert Talks
sustainable irrigation systems Introduction to agriculture engineering -Major crops of
and farming practices. India–Types and categories of crops-Types of farming
and cultivation procedures-Different monsoon seasons-
Types of irrigation systems-Major Draughts
Agricultural machinery-Dairy farming and its economic
importance

Total hours as per syllabus = 60 hours Total Available hours 12x5 = 60 hours

VI.SUGGESTED MICRO PROJECT / ASSIGNMENT/ ACTIVITIES FOR SPECIFIC LEARNING /

SKILLS DEVELOPMENT (SELF LEARNING)

Micro projects (Unit wise):

1. Design and build a small-scale solar-powered water pump for a remote island community
2. Set up a small-scale wind turbine and measure its power output in different wind conditions.
3. Conduct a waste audit of a local community on an island and develop a plan for waste reduction and recycling
4. Monitor coastal erosion rates using simple techniques and assess the impact of climate change on local communities
5. Develop a small-scale hydroponic system for growing vegetables in a controlled environment on an island.
6. Conduct a survey of agricultural machinery used in your local area. Analyze the types of machinery used and their
impact on agricultural productivity.

Assignments (Unit wise):

1. Research and analyze the potential of offshore wind power in the Andaman Islands, considering factors
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such as wind speed, water depth, and environmental impacts.
2. Design a microgrid system for a specific island community in the Andaman Islands, considering factors
such as renewable energy sources, energy storage, and load management
3. Develop a waste management plan for a specific island in the Andaman Islands, addressing issues such
as waste collection, segregation, recycling, and composting
4. Assess the vulnerability of a specific island community in the Andaman Islands to sea level rise and
develop adaptation strategies.
5. Research the impacts of climate change on India, particularly in agriculture, water resources, and coastal areas.

VII.SUGGESTED COS - POS MATRIX FORM

Programme
Specific
Programme Outcomes (POs)
Outcomes*
(PSOs)
Course PO-5
Outcomes PO-1 Basic Engineering
PO-3 PO-7
(COs) and PO-2 PO-4 Practices for
Design/ PO-6 Project Life PSO- PSO- PSO-
Discipline Problem Engineering Society,
Development Management Long 1 2 3
Specific Analysis Tools Sustainability
of Solutions Learning
Knowledge and
Environment
CO1 3 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 3 2
CO2 3 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 3 2
CO3 3 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 3 2
CO4 3 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 3 2
CO5 3 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 3 2
Legends :- High:03, Medium:02,Low:01, No Mapping: -
*PSOs are to be formulated at institute level

VIII: SUGGESTED LEARNING MATERIALS / BOOKS

S.No Author Title Publisher with ISBN Number

TEXT BOOKS:

1. B.1 H. Khan Non-Conventional Energy Resources The McGraw –Hill Second edition, 2009

2. Gilbert
2 M. Masters Introduction to Environmental Prentice Hall, 2nd Edition, 2003.
Engineering and Science
3. H. G. Payne Agricultural Engineering Principles CBS Publishers & Distributors, 2009
ISBN: 9788123914292
REFERENCES:

1. Hadi Saadat Power Systems Analysis Tata McGraw-Hill Education

2 S. P. Sukhatme Solar Energy Engineering PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd., 2014 ISBN:
9788120345967
3 John Houghton Climate Change Science Cambridge University Press, 2015
ISBN: 9781107652754

VII. LEARNING WEBSITES & PORTALS

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Sr.No Link / Portal Description

1 https://www.coursera.org/learn/wind-energy Offshore Wind Energy

https://www.coursera.org/learn/solar-energy-and-electrical-
2 system-design Solar Energy and Electrical System Design

https://archive.nptel.ac.in/courses/105/103/105103205/ Municipal Solid Waste Management

3

4 https://archive.nptel.ac.in/courses/105/106/105106056/ Solid and Hazardous Waste Management

5 https://www.coursera.org/learn/electric-power-systems Electrical Power Systems
https://www.coursera.org/learn/renewable-energy-technology- Renewable Energy Technology
6
fundamentals
https://www.coursera.org/learn/energy-environment-life Energy Environment In Everyday Life
7

VIII. IDENTIFIED SURVEYING NPTEL COURSES :-

1. Introduction to Environmental Engineering and Prof. Brajesh Kumar IIT Kharagpur

Science - Fundamental and Sustainability Dubey
Concepts

2. Urbanization and Environment Prof. Jenia Mukherjee IIT Kharagpur

3. Energy Resources, Economics and Environment Prof. Rangan Bnerjee IIT Bombay
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B.Tech Programme

PEOs of the Department

Graduates three – five years after completing their studies will be able to

1. Execute construction work in both public and private sector or become successful entrepreneurs in the field of
Civil Engineering.
2. Pursue higher education for continuous up gradation for their professional skills.
3. Exhibit leadership and social responsibility skill for sustainable development.

POs & PSOs of the Programme:

1. Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and civil
engineering to the solution of complex Civil engineering problems.
2. Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex problems using principles
of mathematics, natural sciences and civil engineering.
3. Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex civil Engineering problems and design system
components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and
safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
4. Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including
design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid
conclusions for the complex civil engineering problems.
5. Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT
tools including prediction and modelling to complex civil engineering activities with an understanding of the
limitations.
6. The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health,
safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional civil engineering
practice.
7. Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional civil engineering solutions in societal
and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.
8. Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the civil
engineering practice.
9. Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and
in multidisciplinary settings.
10. Communication: Communicate effectively on complex civil engineering activities with the engineering
community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design
documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
11. Project management and finance: Demonstrate the knowledge and the required understanding of the Civil
engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member or leader in a team, to
manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.
12. Life-long learning: Have the ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the context of changing
technological scenario in the field of civil engineering.

Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs):

1. Able to analyse and design components of structural system.

2. Able to analyse and design cost effective pavements.
3. Able to analyse and propose eco – friendly practices in preserving / recycling natural resources.