Curriculum Overview
The Mechanical Engineering program at Adamas University Kolkata is meticulously structured to offer a comprehensive and progressive learning experience. The curriculum spans eight semesters, integrating core engineering concepts with practical applications and industry relevance.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credits (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MATH101 | Calculus I | 4-0-0-4 | - |
| 1 | MATH102 | Linear Algebra and Differential Equations | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHY101 | Physics I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | CHM101 | Chemistry I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | ENG101 | English for Engineers | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 1 | CS101 | Introduction to Programming | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | ME101 | Engineering Drawing | 2-0-2-4 | - |
| 1 | EE101 | Basic Electrical Engineering | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | MATH201 | Calculus II | 4-0-0-4 | MATH101 |
| 2 | MATH202 | Probability and Statistics | 3-0-0-3 | MATH101 |
| 2 | PHY201 | Physics II | 3-0-0-3 | PHY101 |
| 2 | ME201 | Mechanics of Materials | 4-0-0-4 | PHY101, MATH102 |
| 2 | CHM201 | Chemistry II | 3-0-0-3 | CHM101 |
| 2 | ME202 | Thermodynamics | 4-0-0-4 | MATH102, PHY101 |
| 2 | CS201 | Data Structures and Algorithms | 3-0-0-3 | CS101 |
| 3 | MATH301 | Vector Calculus | 3-0-0-3 | MATH201 |
| 3 | ME301 | Fluid Mechanics | 4-0-0-4 | ME202, MATH201 |
| 3 | ME302 | Mechanics of Machines | 4-0-0-4 | ME201 |
| 3 | ME303 | Manufacturing Processes | 3-0-0-3 | ME201 |
| 3 | ME304 | Heat Transfer | 4-0-0-4 | ME202 |
| 3 | ME305 | Design of Machine Elements | 4-0-0-4 | ME201, ME302 |
| 4 | ME401 | Control Systems | 4-0-0-4 | ME301, MATH301 |
| 4 | ME402 | Computer Aided Design | 3-0-0-3 | CS201 |
| 4 | ME403 | Energy Systems | 3-0-0-3 | ME202, ME304 |
| 4 | ME404 | Advanced Manufacturing | 3-0-0-3 | ME303 |
| 4 | ME405 | Project Management | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 5 | ME501 | Advanced Thermodynamics | 4-0-0-4 | ME304 |
| 5 | ME502 | Computational Fluid Dynamics | 3-0-0-3 | ME301 |
| 5 | ME503 | Robotics & Automation | 4-0-0-4 | ME401 |
| 5 | ME504 | Biomedical Engineering | 3-0-0-3 | ME302 |
| 5 | ME505 | Advanced Materials Science | 3-0-0-3 | CHM201 |
| 6 | ME601 | Aerospace Propulsion | 4-0-0-4 | ME501, ME301 |
| 6 | ME602 | Renewable Energy Systems | 3-0-0-3 | ME304 |
| 6 | ME603 | Design Optimization | 3-0-0-3 | ME305 |
| 6 | ME604 | Smart Manufacturing | 3-0-0-3 | ME303, ME404 |
| 6 | ME605 | Industrial Engineering | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 7 | ME701 | Research Methodology | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 7 | ME702 | Capstone Project I | 4-0-0-4 | ME601, ME503 |
| 7 | ME703 | Advanced Control Systems | 3-0-0-3 | ME401 |
| 7 | ME704 | Environmental Engineering | 3-0-0-3 | ME304 |
| 8 | ME801 | Capstone Project II | 6-0-0-6 | ME702 |
| 8 | ME802 | Internship | 4-0-0-4 | - |
Detailed Elective Course Descriptions
The department offers several advanced departmental electives that allow students to specialize in emerging fields:
- Advanced Thermodynamics: This course explores non-equilibrium thermodynamic systems and their applications in modern energy conversion technologies. Students will study irreversible processes, entropy generation, and the thermodynamic cycle optimization for renewable energy sources.
- Computational Fluid Dynamics: Focused on numerical methods used to simulate fluid flow, this course teaches students how to model complex fluid dynamics problems using software tools like ANSYS Fluent and OpenFOAM. Applications include aerodynamics, heat exchangers, and environmental flows.
- Robotics & Automation: This course combines control theory with robotics fundamentals, covering kinematics, dynamics, sensor integration, and programming of robotic systems. Students will build working prototypes of industrial robots and autonomous mobile platforms.
- Biomedical Engineering: Designed for students interested in the intersection of engineering and medicine, this course explores biomechanics, bioinstrumentation, and tissue engineering. Projects include designing artificial limbs, cardiac monitoring devices, and medical imaging systems.
- Advanced Materials Science: This elective delves into modern materials including composites, ceramics, polymers, and nanomaterials. Students study synthesis methods, characterization techniques, and applications in aerospace, automotive, and biomedical industries.
- Aerospace Propulsion: Covering jet engines, rocket motors, and alternative propulsion systems, this course explores engine design, performance analysis, and fuel efficiency optimization for aircraft and spacecraft.
- Renewable Energy Systems: Students learn to analyze wind turbines, solar panels, hydroelectric plants, and geothermal systems. The course includes both theoretical modeling and practical implementation of clean energy solutions.
- Design Optimization: Using mathematical optimization techniques, students learn how to optimize mechanical components for weight reduction, stress distribution, and cost-effectiveness in product design.
- Smart Manufacturing: This course introduces Industry 4.0 concepts such as IoT integration, predictive maintenance, smart factories, and digital twin technologies. Students work with real-time data analytics platforms to simulate manufacturing environments.
- Industrial Engineering: Designed for students interested in production planning, logistics, supply chain management, and lean manufacturing principles. The course covers workflow analysis, capacity planning, and quality control systems.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The Mechanical Engineering department at Adamas University Kolkata strongly believes in project-based learning as a core component of engineering education. This pedagogical approach emphasizes experiential learning through practical application of theoretical knowledge.
Mini-projects are integrated into the curriculum starting from the second year, where students work in teams to solve real-world problems. These projects typically span 2-3 months and involve research, design, prototyping, testing, and documentation. Faculty members act as mentors, guiding students through each stage of the project lifecycle.
The final-year capstone project represents a culmination of all learning experiences. Students select a topic relevant to current industry trends or personal interests, develop a detailed proposal, conduct extensive research, and present their findings to a panel of experts. The project is evaluated based on innovation, technical depth, teamwork, and presentation quality.
Students are encouraged to seek guidance from faculty members whose expertise aligns with their chosen topics. The department maintains a database of ongoing research projects and offers opportunities for students to contribute to ongoing studies or initiate independent investigations.