STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
Structural Engineering
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Master of Technology in Structural Engineering (M.Tech.)
Duration: 2 years, four semesters (Admissions open for the batch 2023-24).
Eligibility:
Candidates passing B.E / B.Tech. Examinations in Civil Engineering with minimum marks of 45% from Engineering Colleges affiliated to AICTE New Delhi are eligible for admission to M.Tech program. For SC/ST candidates, the minimum marks percentage required is 40% in B.E / B.Tech.
About Course:
Master of Technology in Structural Engineering (M.Tech.) program nurtures and develops students as structural engineers. The program lays emphasis on preparing students to become competent Structural Engineers with latest technological knowledge in Structural Engineering as per global needs by building their capabilities, sound technical knowledge, skills and attitude. Master of Technology in Structural Engineering (M.Tech.) program is a two-year post graduate programme. The aim of the Master of Technology in Structural Engineering (M.Tech.) program is to prepare students for successful careers in the field of Structural Engineering as per international standards and to prepare students to become responsible and contributing members of the community.
Course Details :
M.Tech. (Structural Engineering)
Vision and Mission:
Vision
To create Technically sound, Dynamic ,Skilful, Innovative Civil Engineers, imbibed with good entrepreneurial and human virtues, who are quality conscious, efficient and who will be the leaders in building safe, sustainable world for the future generations.
Mission:
Providing Uncompromising Standard of Excellence in Technical Teaching to the students with an excellent Academic Environment to acquire comprehensive knowledge in the Civil Engineering, reinforced with opportunities to develop Skill ,Personality, Entrepreneurship Qualities and Ethical Values.
Special Features of the Program:
- Study material will be provided from the college for every subject according to the syllabus.
- Industry oriented syllabus with special focus on experimental learning.
- Seminars, Technical Talks and Interactions with industrial experts.
- Innovations in examination system with opportunity for personal seeing of evaluated papers.
- Placement support and research-oriented projects for every student.
- Focus on smart skill development & training on Civil Engineering practices.
- Opportunity to visit Civil / Construction Industry and Project Sites.
Programme Educational Objectives:
- To prepare students to meet the industrial requirements at global level competitiveness.
- To develop the students analytical skills to enable them to understand real world problems and formulate solutions.
- To impart basic education to students in the areas of Structural Design, Proof Checking and Analysis of Structures that will enable them to take up higher studies in these areas.
- To allow students to work in teams through group project works and seminars and thus help them achieve interpersonal and communication skills.
- To inculcate the habit of lifelong learning, adherence to ethics in profession, concern for environmental and regard for good professional practices.
Career Opportunities:
Structural Engineers have opportunities in construction / contracting / consultancy companies, evaluation of life and stability of structures, design of multi-storeyed buildings, dams, ports &harbours, airports, smart cities, government departments like Municipalities, Pubic Work Departments, Ministry of Housing, Ministry of Transportation, Electricity and Water Authority Departments, Urban Development or Town Planning Departments, Real Estate Agencies, National Highway Authority etc.
Unique Features:
The Department has been recognized as Research and Development Centre by Srinivas University for carrying out Research activities leading to Ph.D. Degrees. The department offers PG program namely, M.Tech.(Structural Engineering).
Being under a private university we had a feasibility to form our own syllabus. Thus, we have approached several industrialists and have framed the syllabus according to the industry requirements and prepared an Industrial oriented syllabus.
The students of the department will undergo internship in various reputed organizations all over the country. Students participate in various national and international level competitions regularly. The department possesses the state of the art research facilities to support our academic programs and research. Several projects of the students have been funded by the Government of Karnataka.
Our department has a distinguished record in both teaching and research. Faculty members have excellent academic credentials and are highly regarded. They have publications at national and international levels.
Programme Structure:
| SEMESTER 1 | SEMESTER 2 | ||||
| SI No | Subject | Credit/ Marks | SI No | Subject | Credit/ Marks |
| 1 | Mechanics of Deformable Bodies | 4/100 | 1 | Design of Plates and Shells | 4/100 |
| 2 | Advanced Design of RCC Structures | 4/100 | 2 | Design of Industrial Structures | 4/100 |
| 3 | Structural Dynamics | 4/100 | 3 | Earthquake Resistant Structures | 4/100 |
| 4 | Finite Element Method of Analysis | 4/100 | 4 | Computational Structural Mechanics | 4/100 |
| 5 | Design of Concrete Bridges | 4/100 | 5 | Elective II | 4/100 |
| 6 | Elective I | 4/100 | 6 | Elective III | 4/100 |
| 7 | Structural Engineering Lab -I | 2/100 | 7 | Structural Engineering Lab - II | 2/100 |
| 8 | Seminar | 2/50 | 8 | Seminar | 2/50 |
| Total Credit/Marks | 28/750 | Total Credit/Marks | 28/750 | ||
| SEMESTER III | ||
| SI No | Subject | Credit/ Marks |
| 1 | Seminar/Presentation on Internship (After 8 weeks from the date of commencement) |
1/50 |
| 2 | Report on Internship | 2/50 |
| 3 | Evaluation and Viva-Voce | 6/150 |
| Total Credit/Marks | 09/250 | |
| SEMESTER IV | ||
| S. No. | Subject | Credit/ Marks |
| 1 | Project Work Phase: 1 | 1/50 |
| 2 | Report on Project work | 3/50 |
| 3 | Final Evaluation of Project Work and Viva-Voce | 6/200 |
| Total Credit/Marks | 10/300 | |
| SEMESTER 1 | SEMESTER 2 | ||||
| Elective –1 | Elective –2 | ||||
| S.No. | Subject | Credit/Marks | S.No. | Subject | Credit/Marks |
| 1 | Advanced Design of Pre-Stressed Concrete | 4/100 | 1 | Stability Analysis of Structures | 4/100 |
| 2 | Repair and Rehabilitation of Structures | 4/100 | 2 | Design Concepts of Substructures | 4/100 |
| 3 | AI & expert system in structural engineering | 4/100 | 3 | Reliability Analysis of Structures | 4/100 |
| 4 | Optimization Techniques | 4/100 | 4 | Masonry Structures | 4/100 |
| 5 | Ground Improvement Techniques | 4/100 | 5 | Advanced Design of Steel Structures | 4/100 |
| SEMESTER 2 | ||
| Elective –3 | ||
| S.No. | Subject | Credit/Marks |
| 1 | Infrastructure Development | 4/100 |
| 2 | Energy Conservation Techniques in Building Construction | 4/100 |
| 3 | Facilities Planning & Management | 4/100 |
| 4 | Principles of Architecture & Landscaping | 4/100 |
Internship
- Internship: All the students shall have to undergo mandatory internship of 16 weeks during III semester and University examination shall be conducted at the end of 16 weeks. Internship shall be considered as a head of passing and shall be considered for the award of degree. Those, who do not take-up/complete the internship shall be declared as failed and have to complete during the subsequent University examination after satisfying the internship requirements.
- Seminar /Presentation of Internship: Students in consultation with the guide/co-guide if any, shall prepare and present a seminar after 8weeks of Internship. IA marks shall be awarded by a committee comprising of HOD as Chairman, Guide/co-guide if any, and a senior faculty of the department. The IA marks awarded for Seminar/Presentation on Internship, shall be based on the evaluation of Internship Report, Presentation skill and Question and Answer session.
- Evaluation and Viva-Voce: Students in consultation with the guide/co-guide if any, shall prepare relevant Internship report, and present a seminar at the end of 16 weeks. IA marks shall be awarded by a committee comprising of HOD as Chairman, Guide/co-guide if any, and a senior faculty of the department based on the evaluation of Internship Report, Presentation skill and Question and Answer session. Examination marks shall be awarded by External Guide sand the Internal Guide/co-guide if any, based on the evaluation of Internship Report, Presentation skill and Question and Answer session.
Project Work
- Project Phase-1: Students in consultation with the guide/co-guide if any, shall pursue literature survey and complete the preliminary requirements of selected Project work. Each student shall prepare relevant introductory project document, and present a seminar. IA marks shall be awarded by a committee comprising of HoD as Chairman, Guide/co-guide if any, and a senior faculty of the department. The IA marks awarded for project work phase:1, shall be based on the evaluation of Project Report, Project Presentation skill and Question and Answer session.
- Final Evaluation of Project Work and Viva-Voce: Students in consultation with the guide/co-guide if any, shall prepare relevant project report, and present a seminar. IA marks shall be awarded by a committee comprising of HoD as Chairman, Guide/co-guide if any, and a senior faculty of the department based on the evaluation of Project Report, Project Presentation skill and Question and Answer session. Examination marks shall be awarded by External Guide and the Internal Guide/co-guide if any, based on the evaluation of Project Report, Project Presentation skill and Question and Answer session
Fee Structure
(For the Academic Year 2023-24)
| S.No | Courses | Duration | Annual Fee Structure | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non-Karnataka | Karnataka | |||
| 1 |
M.Tech. (Structural Engineering) Eligibility : Pass in B.Tech./B.E in Civil Engineering with 50% aggregate marks (NRI : Rs.25K extra in I Year) (*Conditions apply) |
2 Years (Four Semesters) | Year I : Rs. 83,000 Year II : Rs. 60,500 Total: Rs. 1,43,500 |
Rs. 70,000* Rs. 60,500 Rs. 1,30,500 |
Note :
(1) University Registration Fee, Semester Registration Fee, Eligibility Fee for other State/NRI students,
Examination Fee, Uniform Fee, Hostel Fee, Industry visit fee, Internship fee, Transportation fee, Sports & games
fee, Extra-curricular activity fee, etc., are extra. The course fees mentioned for subsequent years may vary annually
up to 6%.
(2) The University Placement & Training Team will assist the admitted students to get (a) Earn While Learn, (b)
Industry Internship, and (c) Final Job Placement.
(3) Karnataka Quota* : 1. Applicable only to Karnataka students having 50% or more in the applicable subject
combination. 2. To be considered as Karnataka domicile student should have studied last 7 years including
PUC/Degree in the Karnataka
(4) SC/ST/OBC Candidates should submit the Caste Certificate and Income Certificate to become Eligible