Comprehensive Curriculum Overview
The mechanical engineering curriculum at Nagaji Institute of Technology and Management Gwalior is designed to provide students with a robust foundation in both fundamental principles and advanced applications. The program spans eight semesters, with each semester structured to progressively build upon previous knowledge while introducing new concepts relevant to contemporary industry practices.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Pre-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | ME101 | Engineering Mathematics I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| I | ME102 | Basic Electrical Engineering | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| I | ME103 | Engineering Mechanics | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| I | ME104 | Introduction to Programming | 2-0-2-3 | - |
| I | ME105 | Engineering Drawing | 1-0-3-2 | - |
| I | ME106 | Workshop Practice | 0-0-4-2 | - |
| II | ME201 | Engineering Mathematics II | 3-1-0-4 | ME101 |
| II | ME202 | Material Science | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| II | ME203 | Thermodynamics | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| II | ME204 | Fluid Mechanics | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| II | ME205 | Mechanics of Materials | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| III | ME301 | Manufacturing Processes | 3-1-0-4 | ME202 |
| III | ME302 | Machine Design I | 3-1-0-4 | ME205 |
| III | ME303 | Control Systems | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| III | ME304 | Dynamics of Machines | 3-1-0-4 | ME205 |
| III | ME305 | Heat Transfer | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| IV | ME401 | Fluid Machinery | 3-1-0-4 | ME204 |
| IV | ME402 | Machine Design II | 3-1-0-4 | ME302 |
| IV | ME403 | Refrigeration and Air Conditioning | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| IV | ME404 | Industrial Engineering | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| IV | ME405 | Advanced Thermodynamics | 3-1-0-4 | ME203 |
| V | ME501 | Automotive Engineering | 3-1-0-4 | ME302 |
| V | ME502 | Renewable Energy Systems | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| V | ME503 | Computational Fluid Dynamics | 3-1-0-4 | ME204 |
| V | ME504 | Robotics and Automation | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| V | ME505 | Finite Element Analysis | 3-1-0-4 | ME302 |
| VI | ME601 | Advanced Manufacturing Techniques | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| VI | ME602 | Energy Storage Technologies | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| VI | ME603 | Design for Manufacturing | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| VI | ME604 | Systems Engineering | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| VI | ME605 | Project Management | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| VII | ME701 | Mini Project I | 0-0-8-6 | - |
| VII | ME702 | Mini Project II | 0-0-8-6 | - |
| VIII | ME801 | Final Year Thesis/Capstone Project | 0-0-12-10 | - |
Detailed Course Descriptions
The department places significant emphasis on project-based learning, where students are encouraged to apply theoretical knowledge in practical scenarios. The mini-projects undertaken during the seventh semester allow students to work on real-world problems under faculty supervision. These projects often lead to publications or patents and provide valuable experience for future careers.
Advanced departmental elective courses offer deeper insights into specialized areas of mechanical engineering:
- Renewable Energy Systems: This course explores solar, wind, and hydroelectric power generation technologies, including energy storage systems and grid integration challenges. Students engage in designing renewable energy systems for residential and commercial applications.
- Computational Fluid Dynamics: Focused on numerical methods for solving fluid flow problems, this course equips students with tools like ANSYS Fluent and OpenFOAM to simulate complex fluid behaviors in engineering applications.
- Robotics and Automation: Students learn about robot kinematics, control systems, sensor integration, and machine learning algorithms used in industrial automation. Practical sessions involve programming robots using ROS (Robot Operating System).
- Finite Element Analysis: This course teaches students how to model and analyze mechanical components under various loads using finite element software. Applications include structural analysis, heat transfer simulations, and dynamic response studies.
- Advanced Manufacturing Techniques: Covering topics such as 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC machining, and precision manufacturing, this course prepares students for modern industrial environments where flexibility and efficiency are paramount.
The structure of the final-year thesis or capstone project involves selecting a relevant topic under the guidance of an assigned faculty mentor. Students conduct literature reviews, design experiments, collect data, and present findings in both written reports and oral presentations. Evaluation criteria include technical depth, innovation, clarity of communication, and overall impact on the field.