B.Voc in Civil

Semester 1 (20 Credits) Applied Mathematics (4 Credits) Unit 1 (Linear Algebra): Matrices, Determinants, Eigenvalues, and Eigenvectors. Unit 2 (Calculus): Limits, Differentiation, Integration, and Applications. Unit 3 (Differential Equations): Ordinary Differential Equations and Laplace Transforms. Unit 4 (Probability & Statistics): Descriptive Statistics, Probability Theorems, and Distributions. Applied Physics (4 Credits) Unit 1 (Mechanics): Laws of Motion, Work, Energy, and Power. Unit 2 (Fluid Mechanics): Viscosity, Surface Tension, Fluid Statics, and Dynamics. Unit 3 (Thermodynamics): Laws of Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, and Entropy. Unit 4 (Optics): Reflection, Refraction, Interference, and Diffraction. Engineering Mechanics (6 Credits) Unit 1 (Statics): Force Systems, Equilibrium, and Free Body Diagrams. Unit 2 (Dynamics): Kinematics and Kinetics of Particles and Rigid Bodies. Unit 3 (Structural Analysis): Beams, Trusses, Frames, and Stability. Unit 4 (Friction): Laws of Friction and Applications in Engineering. Surveying (6 Credits) Unit 1 (Basics): Basic Surveying Techniques and Equipment. Unit 2 (Chain Surveying): Principles, Errors, and Corrections. Unit 3 (Compass Surveying): Bearings, Adjustments, and Traverse Surveying. Unit 4 (Leveling): Types of Levels, Methods, and Contour Mapping. Unit 5 (Theodolite Usage): Angular Measurements, Traversing, and Tacheometry. Semester 2 (20 Credits) Basic Workshop Practice (8 Credits) Unit 1 (Introduction to Workshop Practices): Importance of workshop practice in civil engineering, safety rules and regulations, workshop layout, and tools classification. Unit 2 (Hand Tools and Their Applications): Measuring and marking tools, cutting tools (chisels, saws, files), and holding tools (clamps, vices). Unit 3 (Power Tools and Their Applications): Drilling machines, grinders, saws, concrete mixers, vibrators, and power tools for cutting, shaping, and assembling. Unit 4 (Carpentry and Metal Work): Types of joints and fasteners, woodworking techniques and materials, and basic welding and sheet metal work. Unit 5 (Workshop Project and Safety Training): Mini project involving wood, metal, and concrete, alongside safety drills and first-aid procedures. AutoCAD for Civil Engineers (8 Credits) Unit 1 (Introduction to CAD Software): Overview of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Revit; setting up drawings (units, grid, and layers). Unit 2 (2D Drafting and Structural Drawings): Basic commands (line, arc, circle, polyline), dimensioning and annotations, floor plans, elevations, and sections. Unit 3 (3D Modeling and Visualization): Extrusions, lofts, sweeps, rendering, material application, and visualization of structures. Unit 4 (Civil Engineering Applications): Drafting of roads, bridges, and drainage systems; reinforcement detailing of beams, columns, and slabs; site layout plans. Unit 5 (CAD Project and Report): Preparation of a complete construction drawing set and documentation/presentation of a real-world project. Building Materials (4 Credits) Unit 1 (Introduction): Introduction to Building Materials and Their Properties. Unit 2 (Cement): Composition, Grades, and Testing Methods. Unit 3 (Concrete): Properties, Mix Design, and Strength Testing. Unit 4 (Steel): Types, Properties, and Structural Applications. Unit 5 (Timber): Types, Seasoning, Defects, and Treatments. Semester 3 (20 Credits) Advanced Strength of Materials (4 Credits) Unit 1 (Advanced Theories of Stress and Strain): Concepts of stress and strain in three dimensions, principal stresses and strains, and Mohr’s Circle for stress analysis. Unit 2 (Shear and Bending in Advanced Structural Components): Shear force and bending moment diagrams for complex structures, bending of unsymmetrical sections, shear center, and shear flow in thin-walled structures. Unit 3 (Behavior of Materials Under Complex Loading Conditions): Torsion of non-circular shafts, failure theories (maximum stress, strain energy, distortion energy), fatigue, and fracture mechanics. Advanced Structural Analysis (4 Credits) Unit 1 (Analysis of Indeterminate Structures): Methods of solving indeterminate beams and frames, force and displacement methods, and theorem of three moments. Unit 2 (Influence Lines and Their Applications): Influence lines for statically determinate and indeterminate structures, Muller-Breslau Principle, and application to bridges and industrial structures. Unit 3 (Matrix Methods of Structural Analysis): Stiffness method and flexibility method, application to trusses and frames, and introduction to finite element methods in structural analysis. Advanced Fluid Mechanics (6 Credits) Unit 1 (Flow Through Pipes and Channels): Major and minor losses in pipe flow, laminar and turbulent flow analysis, and hydraulic and energy gradient lines. Unit 2 (Open Channel Hydraulics): Types of flow in open channels, specific energy and critical depth, and flow measurements in open channels. Unit 3 (Pump Systems and Applications): Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, performance characteristics of pumps, and design of pumping stations. Unit 4 (Advanced Fluid Behavior in Real-World Applications): Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) introduction, fluid-structure interaction, and application in hydropower and water treatment plants. Construction Site Management (6 Credits) Unit 1 (Project Planning and Construction Scheduling): Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), bar charts and Gantt charts, Critical Path Method (CPM), and PERT. Unit 2 (Labor Management and Productivity Analysis): Workforce planning and allocation, productivity improvement techniques, and case studies on labor-intensive and mechanized construction. Unit 3 (Cost Estimation and Financial Control): Types of cost estimates, budgeting and financial forecasting, and cost control techniques and variance analysis. Unit 4 (Quality Control and Safety Regulations in Construction): Construction quality management systems, safety protocols and risk assessment, and legal and regulatory framework in construction. Unit 5 (Site Visits and Practical Applications): Visits to construction sites for real-world exposure, report writing on best practices and challenges faced, and practical case studies on site management techniques. Semester 4 (20 Credits) Advanced Building Planning & Design (6 Credits) Unit 1 (Principles of Building Planning): Zoning and land use regulations, environmental impact and sustainability considerations, and functional planning and space utilization. Unit 2 (Structural and Architectural Design Integration): Load-bearing vs. framed structures, architectural aesthetics and functional design, and role of Building Information Modeling (BIM). Unit 3 (Advanced Building Codes & Regulations): National Building Code (NBC) standards, fire safety regulations and disaster-resistant structures, and barrier-free and universal design principles. Unit 4 (Sustainable Design & Green Buildings): Passive design strategies, renewable energy integration, and LEED and GRIHA certification. Unit 5 (3D Modeling & Construction Documentation): Software tools (AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp), structural detailing for execution, and project submission and case studies. Advanced Geotechnical Engineering (4 Credits) Unit 1 (Advanced Soil Mechanics & Soil Exploration): Soil behavior under static and dynamic loads, field and lab testing techniques (SPT, CPT, Triaxial tests), and soil classification and index properties. Unit 2 (Foundation Design under Challenging Conditions): Deep foundations (pile and well foundations), foundations in expansive soils and weak subsoils, and seismic considerations in foundation engineering. Unit 3 (Slope Stability & Earth Retaining Structures): Failure mechanisms and stability analysis, retaining walls, sheet piles, and anchored walls, and soil reinforcement and stabilization techniques. Unit 4 (Ground Improvement Techniques): Soil stabilization methods (chemical, mechanical), use of geosynthetics in construction, and compaction, grouting, and drainage techniques. Unit 5 (Field Applications & Geotechnical Case Studies): Geotechnical challenges in mega projects, land reclamation techniques, and smart geotechnical monitoring systems. Advanced Surveying Techniques (4 Credits) Unit 1 (Modern Surveying Equipment & Techniques): Use of drones and LiDAR in surveying, introduction to photogrammetry, and remote sensing applications in civil engineering. Unit 2 (GPS & GIS for Infrastructure Projects): GPS satellite positioning techniques, GIS mapping and spatial analysis, and GIS applications in urban planning and disaster management. Unit 3 (Total Station & Digital Surveying): Advanced functions of total stations, digital terrain modeling and contour mapping, and highway and railway alignment using total station. Unit 4 (Mapping & Large-Scale Survey Projects): Land development and topographical surveys, hydrographic and cadastral surveying, and digital mapping techniques and automation. Unit 5 (Field Work & Survey Project Execution): Real-world surveying exercises, preparation of digital survey reports, and presentation of survey findings. Internship (6 Credits) Hands-on experience with real-time projects, understanding site management and execution workflows, and role of engineers in project execution. Managing resources and labor in large-scale projects, project scheduling and material procurement strategies, and safety compliance and risk assessment on-site. Soil sample testing in labs and field, interpretation of test reports for foundation design, and case studies of geotechnical failures and solutions. Reinforcement detailing and execution, quality control in concrete and steel structures, and on-site problem-solving and innovation. Compilation of site experiences and learnings, final presentation of findings and recommendations, and industry mentor feedback and assessment. Semester 5 (20 Credits) Design of Concrete Structures (4 Credits) Unit 1 (Introduction to Concrete Design): Properties of reinforced concrete, IS 456:2000 code provisions, and working stress vs. limit state methods. Unit 2 (Design of Beams and Slabs): Flexural design of singly and doubly reinforced beams, shear, torsion, and bond considerations, and design of one-way and two-way slabs. Unit 3 (Design of Columns and Footings): Short and long columns under axial and eccentric loading, design of isolated, combined, and raft foundations, and interaction diagrams for column design. Unit 4 (Special Structures and Detailing): Introduction to prestressed concrete, earthquake-resistant concrete structures, and reinforcement detailing for durability and strength. Unit 5 (Concrete Design Projects): Case studies of real-world concrete structures, structural drawing preparation, and computer-aided concrete design using STAAD Pro/ETABS. Transportation Engineering (6 Credits) Unit 1 (Introduction to Transportation Systems): Role and importance of transportation, modes of transportation (road, rail, air, water), and transportation policies and planning. Unit 2 (Traffic Engineering and Flow Theory): Traffic flow characteristics and modeling, capacity and level of service analysis, and traffic signals, control devices, and road safety. Unit 3 (Geometric Design of Roads and Highways): Design elements (alignment, cross-section, gradients), intersections, roundabouts, and flyovers, and highway drainage systems. Unit 4 (Pavement Design and Highway Materials): Types of pavements (rigid and flexible), pavement materials (asphalt, bitumen, aggregates), and maintenance and rehabilitation strategies. Unit 5 (Transportation Project Implementation): Site visits to road/highway construction projects, traffic impact assessment, and sustainable urban transportation planning. Water Resource Engineering (6 Credits) Unit 1 (Fundamentals of Hydrology): Hydrologic cycle and precipitation analysis, surface water and groundwater hydrology, and runoff estimation and hydrographs. Unit 2 (Water Storage and Reservoir Engineering): Reservoir planning and operation, spillways and energy dissipation structures, and sediment transport and reservoir sedimentation. Unit 3 (Water Treatment and Irrigation Systems): Water treatment processes (filtration, chlorination, desalination), irrigation methods (drip, sprinkler, surface irrigation), and canal design and irrigation water management. Unit 4 (Flood Control and Stormwater Management): Flood routing and flood control structures, urban stormwater drainage and floodplain management, and sustainable water resource management strategies. Unit 5 (Practical Applications and Projects): Design of small-scale water distribution systems, groundwater recharge methods, and case studies on major irrigation and water supply projects. Estimation and Costing (4 Credits) Unit 1 (Fundamentals of Estimation and Costing): Principles of cost estimation, factors affecting cost in construction, and types of estimates (preliminary, detailed, revised). Unit 2 (Bill of Quantities and Rate Analysis): Preparation of Bill of Quantities (BOQ), rate analysis for materials and labor, and Standard Schedule of Rates (SOR) and cost indices. Unit 3 (Construction Tendering and Contracts): Tendering process and bidding strategies, types of contracts (lump sum, item rate, EPC), and contract administration and dispute resolution. Unit 4 (Material and Labor Costing): Cost estimation for concrete, steel, masonry, and finishes, productivity analysis and labor management, and use of cost estimation software (Primavera, MS Excel). Unit 5 (Estimation Projects and Case Studies): Real-world project cost estimation exercises, preparing cost reports for residential/commercial buildings, and case studies on cost overruns and budget control. Semester 6 (20 Credits) Environmental Engineering (6 Credits) Unit 1 (Introduction to Environmental Engineering): Importance of environmental sustainability, impact of construction on the environment, and environmental laws and regulations. Unit 2 (Water and Wastewater Treatment): Water quality parameters and standards, conventional and advanced water treatment methods, and wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal. Unit 3 (Air and Noise Pollution Control): Sources and effects of air pollution, air quality management and control technologies, and noise pollution measurement and mitigation. Unit 4 (Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)) : EIA principles and methodologies, case studies on EIA in construction projects, and sustainable design and green building certification. Unit 5 (Sustainable Construction Practices): Use of eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient building design, and waste reduction and recycling in construction. Advanced Water Resource Engineering (6 Credits) Unit 1 (Water Supply and Distribution): Advanced techniques in water sourcing, water demand estimation and supply networks, and pipeline design and pressure management. Unit 2 (Wastewater and Drainage Systems): Advanced wastewater treatment techniques, stormwater drainage design, and sustainable urban drainage systems (SUDS). Unit 3 (Flood Management and Control): Flood risk assessment and prediction models, structural and non-structural flood mitigation methods, and river training and embankment construction. Unit 4 (Groundwater Management and Recharge): Aquifer properties and groundwater flow modeling, artificial recharge techniques, and groundwater contamination and remediation. Unit 5 (Environmental Effects of Water Engineering): Climate change impacts on water resources, water conservation strategies in construction, and water-sensitive urban design (WSUD). Internship (8 Credits) Working with real-time construction projects, application of project management skills, site supervision, and fieldwork. Exposure to structural and environmental design, cost estimation and budgeting in practical scenarios, and learning software tools like Primavera and MS Project. Implementing green building techniques, assessing environmental impacts of projects, and exploring renewable energy integration in construction. Internship documentation and project reports, presentation of findings and learnings, and industry feedback and evaluation.