Comprehensive Course Structure
The Civil Engineering program at Arunodaya University Papum Pare is structured over 8 semesters with a carefully curated sequence of core, departmental, and science elective courses. This comprehensive approach ensures students develop both foundational knowledge and specialized expertise aligned with current industry trends.
| Year | Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Year | I | MA101 | Mathematics I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| First Year | I | PH101 | Physics I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| First Year | I | CH101 | Chemistry I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| First Year | I | CE101 | Engineering Graphics | 2-1-0-3 | - |
| First Year | I | CS101 | Computer Programming | 2-0-2-3 | - |
| First Year | I | HS101 | English Communication | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| First Year | II | MA102 | Mathematics II | 3-1-0-4 | MA101 |
| First Year | II | PH102 | Physics II | 3-1-0-4 | PH101 |
| First Year | II | CH102 | Chemistry II | 3-1-0-4 | CH101 |
| First Year | II | CE102 | Mechanics of Solids | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| First Year | II | CS102 | Data Structures and Algorithms | 2-0-2-3 | CS101 |
| First Year | II | HS102 | Cultural Studies | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| Second Year | III | CE201 | Surveying | 3-1-0-4 | CE102 |
| Second Year | III | CE202 | Construction Technology | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| Second Year | III | CE203 | Strength of Materials | 3-1-0-4 | CE102 |
| Second Year | III | CE204 | Fluid Mechanics | 3-1-0-4 | MA102 |
| Second Year | III | CE205 | Basic Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| Second Year | III | MA201 | Mathematics III | 3-1-0-4 | MA102 |
| Second Year | IV | CE206 | Structural Analysis | 3-1-0-4 | CE203 |
| Second Year | IV | CE207 | Geotechnical Engineering I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| Second Year | IV | CE208 | Hydraulic Engineering | 3-1-0-4 | CE204 |
| Second Year | IV | CE209 | Environmental Engineering I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| Second Year | IV | MA202 | Mathematics IV | 3-1-0-4 | MA201 |
| Third Year | V | CE301 | Reinforced Concrete Design | 3-1-0-4 | CE206 |
| Third Year | V | CE302 | Steel Structures | 3-1-0-4 | CE206 |
| Third Year | V | CE303 | Transportation Engineering I | 3-1-0-4 | CE201 |
| Third Year | V | CE304 | Geotechnical Engineering II | 3-1-0-4 | CE207 |
| Third Year | V | CE305 | Water Resources Engineering I | 3-1-0-4 | CE208 |
| Third Year | V | CE306 | Environmental Engineering II | 3-1-0-4 | CE209 |
| Third Year | VI | CE307 | Construction Management | 3-1-0-4 | CE202 |
| Third Year | VI | CE308 | Transportation Engineering II | 3-1-0-4 | CE303 |
| Third Year | VI | CE309 | Water Resources Engineering II | 3-1-0-4 | CE305 |
| Third Year | VI | CE310 | Sustainable Infrastructure | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| Third Year | VI | CE311 | Project Management | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| Fourth Year | VII | CE401 | Advanced Structural Analysis | 3-1-0-4 | CE301 |
| Fourth Year | VII | CE402 | Smart City Projects | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| Fourth Year | VII | CE403 | Urban Planning | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| Fourth Year | VII | CE404 | Research Methodology | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| Fourth Year | VII | CE405 | Mini Project I | 2-0-2-3 | - |
| Fourth Year | VIII | CE406 | Final Year Thesis/Capstone Project | 4-0-0-4 | CE405 |
| Fourth Year | VIII | CE407 | Entrepreneurship in Civil Engineering | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| Fourth Year | VIII | CE408 | Internship | 4-0-0-4 | - |
| Fourth Year | VIII | CE409 | Professional Ethics in Engineering | 2-0-0-2 | - |
Advanced Departmental Elective Courses
The advanced departmental elective courses offered in the Civil Engineering program are designed to provide students with specialized knowledge and skills in emerging areas of civil engineering. These courses build upon foundational concepts taught in earlier semesters and prepare students for industry-relevant roles or further academic pursuits.
Reinforced Concrete Design: This course delves into advanced topics such as seismic design considerations, high-performance concrete, prestressed structures, and modern design codes. Students learn to analyze complex structural elements using software tools like SAP2000 and ETABS, ensuring compliance with international standards.
Steel Structures: The course covers advanced steel frame design, buckling analysis, fatigue considerations, and design for special conditions such as earthquakes and wind loads. Practical sessions involve designing real-world structures including industrial buildings, bridges, and towers.
Transportation Engineering II: This course explores intelligent transportation systems (ITS), traffic modeling, public transit planning, road safety analysis, and sustainable mobility solutions. Students engage in simulations using VISSIM and SUMO software to optimize traffic flow and reduce congestion.
Water Resources Engineering II: Advanced topics include hydrological modeling, flood forecasting, watershed management, and water resource planning under climate change scenarios. The course emphasizes the use of GIS and remote sensing technologies for water resources assessment.
Environmental Engineering II: This course focuses on advanced waste treatment processes, air pollution control, hazardous waste management, and environmental impact assessment methodologies. Students gain hands-on experience with laboratory equipment used in environmental monitoring and analysis.
Sustainable Infrastructure: The course addresses sustainability principles in civil engineering design, green building certification systems (LEED, BREEAM), lifecycle assessment of infrastructure projects, and circular economy models. Students work on real-world case studies involving sustainable urban development and renewable energy integration.
Construction Management: This elective covers project scheduling, risk management, cost estimation techniques, quality control procedures, and contract administration. Students learn to use software tools such as Primavera P6 for project planning and Microsoft Project for resource allocation.
Geotechnical Engineering II: Advanced topics include deep foundation design, slope stability analysis, ground improvement techniques, and soil-structure interaction. The course includes field investigations and laboratory testing procedures to evaluate geotechnical properties of soils and rocks.
Smart City Projects: Students explore the integration of information and communication technologies (ICT) in urban planning, smart grid implementation, IoT-based infrastructure monitoring, and digital twin applications. Practical components involve working with city data platforms and developing prototype solutions for urban challenges.
Urban Planning: This course introduces students to urban design principles, zoning regulations, land use planning, and community engagement strategies. It includes site analysis exercises, urban sketching techniques, and participatory planning methodologies used in contemporary cities.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The Civil Engineering program at Arunodaya University Papum Pare embraces a project-based learning philosophy that integrates academic theory with practical application. This approach ensures students develop problem-solving skills, teamwork capabilities, and real-world experience essential for professional success.
The curriculum includes mandatory mini-projects in the third and fourth years that span across multiple engineering disciplines. These projects are designed to simulate actual industry challenges, encouraging students to apply their knowledge creatively and collaboratively. The mini-project in the seventh semester (CE405) involves working on a real-world infrastructure problem under faculty supervision.
For the final-year thesis/capstone project (CE406), students select topics based on current industry needs or research interests. They are paired with faculty mentors who guide them through the research process, from proposal development to implementation and presentation. The project typically involves a significant component of fieldwork, data collection, and analysis.
Evaluation criteria for these projects include technical depth, innovation, feasibility, teamwork, communication skills, and adherence to ethical standards. Students present their findings in both written reports and oral presentations to a panel of faculty members and industry experts.
The department also facilitates internships with leading construction firms and engineering consultancies during the final semester. These placements provide students with opportunities to gain hands-on experience in professional environments and establish connections with potential employers.