Comprehensive Course Listing Across 8 Semesters
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CM-101 | Introduction to Construction Engineering | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | CM-102 | Engineering Mathematics I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | CM-103 | Physics for Engineers | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | CM-104 | Chemistry for Engineers | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | CM-105 | Communication Skills for Engineers | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 1 | CM-106 | Engineering Graphics & Design | 2-0-2-4 | - |
| 1 | CM-107 | Computer Programming Lab | 0-0-2-2 | - |
| 2 | CM-201 | Engineering Mechanics | 3-0-0-3 | CM-102 |
| 2 | CM-202 | Basic Electrical Circuits | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | CM-203 | Construction Materials Science | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | CM-204 | Surveying & Levelling | 3-0-2-5 | - |
| 2 | CM-205 | Engineering Economics & Cost Estimation | 3-0-0-3 | CM-102 |
| 2 | CM-206 | Introduction to Computer Aided Design (CAD) | 0-0-3-3 | - |
| 2 | CM-207 | Soft Skills & Leadership Development | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 3 | CM-301 | Structural Analysis I | 3-0-0-3 | CM-201 |
| 3 | CM-302 | Geotechnical Engineering I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 3 | CM-303 | Hydraulics & Water Resources Engineering | 3-0-0-3 | CM-201 |
| 3 | CM-304 | Construction Project Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 3 | CM-305 | Environmental Impact Assessment | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 3 | CM-306 | Construction Technology Lab | 0-0-3-3 | - |
| 3 | CM-307 | Research Methodology & Ethics | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 4 | CM-401 | Structural Analysis II | 3-0-0-3 | CM-301 |
| 4 | CM-402 | Geotechnical Engineering II | 3-0-0-3 | CM-302 |
| 4 | CM-403 | Advanced Construction Materials | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | CM-404 | Construction Safety & Risk Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | CM-405 | Sustainable Construction Practices | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | CM-406 | Building Information Modeling (BIM) | 0-0-3-3 | CM-206 |
| 4 | CM-407 | Industrial Visit & Field Study | 1-0-0-1 | - |
| 5 | CM-501 | Project Finance & Economics | 3-0-0-3 | CM-205 |
| 5 | CM-502 | Smart Infrastructure & Urban Planning | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | CM-503 | Disaster Resilient Construction | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | CM-504 | Construction Robotics & Automation | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | CM-505 | Data Analytics in Construction | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | CM-506 | Advanced BIM Applications | 0-0-3-3 | CM-406 |
| 5 | CM-507 | Mini Project I | 0-0-3-3 | - |
| 6 | CM-601 | Infrastructure Project Management | 3-0-0-3 | CM-404 |
| 6 | CM-602 | Digital Twin & Virtual Reality in Construction | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 6 | CM-603 | Construction Quality Control & Assurance | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 6 | CM-604 | Green Building Design & Certification | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 6 | CM-605 | Construction Law & Contract Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 6 | CM-606 | Mini Project II | 0-0-3-3 | - |
| 6 | CM-607 | Research & Innovation Workshop | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 7 | CM-701 | Final Year Thesis I | 0-0-6-6 | - |
| 7 | CM-702 | Advanced Project Planning & Scheduling | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 7 | CM-703 | Public Sector & Government Projects | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 7 | CM-704 | International Construction Practices | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 7 | CM-705 | Entrepreneurship in Construction Sector | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 7 | CM-706 | Final Year Thesis II | 0-0-6-6 | - |
| 8 | CM-801 | Capstone Project | 0-0-12-12 | - |
| 8 | CM-802 | Industry Internship | 0-0-12-12 | - |
Detailed Description of Advanced Departmental Electives
Building Information Modeling (BIM) Applications: This course introduces students to BIM software platforms like Revit, Navisworks, and Tekla Structures. Students learn how to create 3D models, perform clash detection, manage project data, and collaborate with stakeholders using BIM workflows. Practical assignments include designing a multi-story building from scratch using BIM tools, analyzing construction sequences, and generating cost estimates based on model data.
Smart Infrastructure & Urban Planning: Designed to bridge the gap between traditional engineering and modern urban development, this course explores how smart technologies can transform cities. Topics include IoT sensors in infrastructure, traffic flow optimization, waste management systems, energy-efficient buildings, and citizen engagement platforms. Students are encouraged to propose innovative urban solutions for real-world challenges.
Digital Twin & Virtual Reality in Construction: This elective teaches students how to develop digital twins of construction sites using VR/AR technologies. Through immersive simulations, students can visualize potential issues before construction begins, optimize resource allocation, and enhance safety training. Projects include building virtual models of real-world sites, implementing AR overlays during site inspections, and integrating machine learning algorithms for predictive maintenance.
Construction Robotics & Automation: As automation becomes increasingly prevalent in construction, this course examines the latest trends in robotic systems used on construction sites. Students learn about autonomous drones, robotic bricklaying machines, automated concrete pouring systems, and AI-powered quality control tools. Labs include programming robots for site navigation, controlling machinery via smartphone apps, and evaluating automation efficiency.
Data Analytics in Construction: This course equips students with data science techniques specifically applied to construction projects. Using Python, R, or SQL, students analyze historical project data, identify patterns in delays or cost overruns, and build predictive models for future projects. Real-world datasets from major infrastructure firms are used for hands-on analysis.
Disaster Resilient Construction: With climate change intensifying extreme weather events, this course prepares students to design structures capable of withstanding natural disasters. It covers seismic design principles, flood mitigation strategies, hurricane resistance, and post-disaster reconstruction techniques. Students work on case studies involving recent earthquakes or floods in India and around the world.
Sustainable Construction Practices: This course explores environmentally friendly approaches to construction, including green building certifications like LEED and BREEAM, renewable energy integration, waste reduction strategies, and sustainable material selection. Students develop projects that integrate sustainability metrics into their designs.
Construction Quality Control & Assurance: Focused on maintaining high standards throughout the construction lifecycle, this course covers quality assurance frameworks, inspection protocols, testing methods, and compliance auditing. Students participate in mock inspections of construction sites and learn how to document findings and recommend corrective actions.
Green Building Design & Certification: This course delves into the principles of sustainable architecture and the processes involved in certifying buildings as green. Students study energy efficiency standards, water conservation techniques, indoor air quality management, and the lifecycle impact of building materials. They also explore real-world examples of LEED-certified projects.
Construction Law & Contract Management: Understanding legal aspects is crucial for successful project delivery. This course covers contract types, dispute resolution mechanisms, regulatory frameworks, intellectual property rights, and liability issues in construction. Students engage in role-playing exercises to simulate negotiations between parties involved in construction contracts.
Public Sector & Government Projects: Designed for students interested in working with government agencies or public-private partnerships, this course provides insights into procurement processes, funding mechanisms, policy implementation, and regulatory compliance in public infrastructure projects. Case studies include major projects like the Mumbai Metro or Delhi Airport Expansion.
Entrepreneurship in Construction Sector: For those aspiring to start their own ventures, this course covers business planning, financing options, startup structures, risk management, and innovation strategies specific to construction. Students develop business plans for construction-related startups and present them to industry experts.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department's approach to project-based learning is rooted in the belief that students learn best when they apply theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges. The curriculum includes mandatory mini-projects and a final-year thesis/capstone project designed to foster critical thinking, teamwork, and practical problem-solving skills.
Mini Projects: Students begin with two mandatory mini-projects in their third and sixth semesters. In the first mini-project, students work in teams to design a small-scale construction element or solve a practical problem related to site logistics or resource planning. The second project involves collaboration with industry partners to address an actual challenge faced by construction firms.
Final-Year Thesis/Capstone Project: The capstone experience begins in the seventh semester with the selection of a thesis topic aligned with one of our specializations. Students are paired with faculty mentors who guide them through research methodology, data collection, analysis, and presentation preparation. The final project is typically a comprehensive solution to a significant issue in the construction industry.
Project selection involves a proposal submission process where students must demonstrate feasibility, relevance, and potential impact. Faculty members evaluate proposals based on innovation, depth of research, clarity of objectives, and alignment with departmental goals. Selected projects are then reviewed by an advisory committee consisting of industry experts and academic leaders.
Assessment criteria for these projects include documentation quality, oral presentations, peer feedback, and final deliverables. Students are required to submit detailed reports, present findings to peers and faculty, and defend their work against critical questions. This rigorous process ensures that students not only acquire technical skills but also develop communication, leadership, and project management abilities essential for professional success.