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Fees
₹7,44,000
Placement
94.5%
Avg Package
₹5,50,000
Highest Package
₹9,00,000
Seats
120
Students
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Seats
120
Students
1,200
The curriculum for the welding program at Government Polytechnic Shaktifarm is meticulously designed to provide students with a robust foundation in both theoretical knowledge and practical application. The program spans eight semesters, each building upon the previous one to ensure comprehensive understanding and skill development.
The curriculum includes core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory practices. Each semester is carefully planned to balance academic rigor with hands-on experience, ensuring that students are well-prepared for professional challenges in the field of welding.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | WEL-101 | Introduction to Welding Technology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | WEL-102 | Basic Mathematics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | WEL-103 | Applied Physics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | WEL-104 | Chemistry for Engineers | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | WEL-105 | Workshop Practice I | 0-0-2-1 | - |
| 2 | WEL-201 | Welding Metallurgy | 3-0-0-3 | WEL-101, WEL-104 |
| 2 | WEL-202 | Engineering Mechanics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | WEL-203 | Material Science | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | WEL-204 | Basic Electronics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | WEL-205 | Workshop Practice II | 0-0-2-1 | WEL-105 |
| 3 | WEL-301 | Welding Processes I | 3-0-0-3 | WEL-201, WEL-202 |
| 3 | WEL-302 | Industrial Safety & Health | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 3 | WEL-303 | Computer Applications in Welding | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 3 | WEL-304 | Quality Control and Inspection | 3-0-0-3 | WEL-201, WEL-203 |
| 3 | WEL-305 | Laboratory Practice III | 0-0-2-1 | WEL-205 |
| 4 | WEL-401 | Welding Processes II | 3-0-0-3 | WEL-301 |
| 4 | WEL-402 | Automation in Welding | 3-0-0-3 | WEL-301, WEL-204 |
| 4 | WEL-403 | Project Planning and Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | WEL-404 | Industrial Maintenance | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | WEL-405 | Laboratory Practice IV | 0-0-2-1 | WEL-305 |
| 5 | WEL-501 | Advanced Welding Techniques | 3-0-0-3 | WEL-401, WEL-402 |
| 5 | WEL-502 | Structural Engineering | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | WEL-503 | Research Methodology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | WEL-504 | Environmental Impact Assessment | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | WEL-505 | Laboratory Practice V | 0-0-2-1 | WEL-405 |
| 6 | WEL-601 | Capstone Project I | 3-0-0-3 | WEL-501, WEL-502 |
| 6 | WEL-602 | Elective Course A | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 6 | WEL-603 | Elective Course B | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 6 | WEL-604 | Entrepreneurship and Innovation | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 6 | WEL-605 | Laboratory Practice VI | 0-0-2-1 | WEL-505 |
| 7 | WEL-701 | Capstone Project II | 3-0-0-3 | WEL-601 |
| 7 | WEL-702 | Elective Course C | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 7 | WEL-703 | Elective Course D | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 7 | WEL-704 | Internship Preparation | 0-0-2-1 | - |
| 8 | WEL-801 | Industry Internship | 0-0-6-3 | WEL-701, WEL-702 |
| 8 | WEL-802 | Final Year Project | 3-0-0-3 | WEL-701 |
| 8 | WEL-803 | Professional Ethics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 8 | WEL-804 | Technical Communication | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 8 | WEL-805 | Laboratory Practice VII | 0-0-2-1 | WEL-704 |
Advanced Welding Techniques: This course explores cutting-edge welding methods including laser, electron beam, and friction stir welding. Students learn about process optimization, parameter control, and quality assurance in high-tech applications.
Welding Metallurgy: Focused on the metallurgical aspects of welding, this course covers phase diagrams, heat-affected zones, weld defects, and alloy behavior under thermal stress.
Automation in Welding: Students gain hands-on experience with automated welding systems, including robotic arms, computer numerical control (CNC) programming, and industrial automation principles.
Quality Control and Inspection: This course provides comprehensive training in non-destructive testing methods, certification standards, and quality assurance practices used in the industry.
Environmental Impact Assessment: Students analyze the environmental implications of welding processes, focusing on waste reduction, energy consumption, and sustainable practices.
Project Planning and Management: This course equips students with tools for planning, executing, and managing engineering projects, including resource allocation, timeline development, and risk assessment.
Structural Engineering: Emphasizing the structural aspects of welding, this course covers load-bearing capacity, design considerations, and compliance with building codes and standards.
Research Methodology: Designed to prepare students for research-oriented work, this course introduces scientific inquiry, hypothesis formulation, data analysis, and academic writing.
Capstone Project I: An initial phase of the final project where students define their research problem, conduct literature reviews, and develop a detailed project plan under faculty supervision.
Capstone Project II: The advanced stage of the capstone project where students implement their solution, analyze results, and present findings in a formal report and presentation.
Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Encourages entrepreneurial thinking through case studies, innovation workshops, and guidance on starting and managing technology-based businesses.
The department believes in experiential learning as the cornerstone of education. Project-based learning is integrated throughout the curriculum, with students engaging in mini-projects during early semesters and culminating in a comprehensive final-year thesis or capstone project.
Mini-projects are designed to reinforce core concepts and encourage critical thinking. Each student selects a topic relevant to their interest and works closely with a faculty mentor to develop their project from inception to completion.
The final-year thesis/capstone project is a significant component of the program. Students choose from industry-sponsored projects or independent research topics, working under the guidance of a dedicated faculty advisor. The evaluation criteria include originality, depth of analysis, technical competence, and presentation quality.
