Course Structure Overview
The curriculum for the Mechanical Engineering program at North East Frontier Technical University West Siang is meticulously designed to provide a comprehensive education that balances theoretical knowledge with practical application. The program spans four years and consists of 8 semesters, each building upon previous learning while introducing new concepts and skills.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | MATH101 | Calculus I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| I | PHYS101 | Physics I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| I | CHEM101 | Chemistry I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| I | ENG101 | Engineering Drawing | 2-0-2-3 | - |
| I | COMP101 | Computer Programming | 2-0-2-3 | - |
| I | ENG102 | Introduction to Engineering | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| II | MATH201 | Calculus II | 3-1-0-4 | MATH101 |
| II | PHYS201 | Physics II | 3-1-0-4 | PHYS101 |
| II | MATH202 | Linear Algebra and Differential Equations | 3-1-0-4 | MATH101 |
| II | ENG201 | Mechanics of Materials | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| II | ENG202 | Thermodynamics | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| II | MECH201 | Manufacturing Processes | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| III | MATH301 | Calculus III | 3-1-0-4 | MATH201 |
| III | MECH301 | Fluid Mechanics | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| III | MECH302 | Mechanics of Machines | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| III | MECH303 | Heat Transfer | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| III | MECH304 | Machine Design | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| IV | MECH401 | Control Systems | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| IV | MECH402 | Dynamics of Machinery | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| IV | MECH403 | Advanced Manufacturing | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| IV | MECH404 | Project Management | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| V | MECH501 | Renewable Energy Systems | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| V | MECH502 | Robotics and Automation | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| V | MECH503 | Computational Mechanics | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| V | MECH504 | Biomedical Engineering | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| VI | MECH601 | Aerospace Engineering | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| VI | MECH602 | Automotive Engineering | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| VI | MECH603 | Advanced Materials | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| VI | MECH604 | Energy Management Systems | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| VII | MECH701 | Capstone Project I | 4-0-0-4 | - |
| VIII | MECH801 | Capstone Project II | 4-0-0-4 | - |
Advanced Departmental Elective Courses
The program offers a rich selection of advanced departmental elective courses designed to deepen students' understanding and enhance their specialization skills. These courses provide students with opportunities to explore emerging areas in mechanical engineering and engage in research-oriented learning.
Renewable Energy Systems: This course explores the principles and applications of solar, wind, hydroelectric, and geothermal energy systems. Students learn about energy conversion processes, system design, and integration challenges. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical laboratory sessions involving renewable energy components and simulation software.
Robotics and Automation: This elective introduces students to the fundamentals of robotics including kinematics, dynamics, control systems, and sensor integration. Through hands-on projects, students build robotic systems using microcontrollers, actuators, and advanced programming languages. The course emphasizes autonomous navigation, manipulation tasks, and human-robot interaction.
Computational Mechanics: Focused on numerical methods and computational tools for mechanical analysis, this course covers finite element methods, computational fluid dynamics, and structural analysis using software packages like ANSYS, MATLAB, and COMSOL. Students develop skills in modeling complex mechanical problems and interpreting simulation results.
Biomedical Engineering: This interdisciplinary course bridges mechanical engineering with medical sciences. Topics include biomechanics of human body systems, design of prosthetics, surgical instruments, and diagnostic equipment. Students engage in projects involving tissue engineering, biofluid mechanics, and medical device development.
Aerospace Engineering: Designed for students interested in aviation and space exploration, this course covers aerodynamics, propulsion systems, flight mechanics, and spacecraft design. Laboratory experiments involve wind tunnel testing, engine performance analysis, and orbital mechanics simulations.
Automotive Engineering: This course delves into vehicle dynamics, engine performance, powertrain systems, and automotive electronics. Students learn about internal combustion engines, hybrid electric vehicles, autonomous driving technologies, and emissions control systems through theoretical study and practical workshops.
Advanced Materials: This elective explores the structure-property relationships of various materials including metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites. Students study material processing techniques, characterization methods, and applications in engineering design. The course includes laboratory sessions on material testing and analysis using advanced equipment.
Energy Management Systems: Focused on optimizing energy consumption and sustainability practices, this course covers energy auditing, power systems, renewable energy integration, and smart grid technologies. Students work on projects involving energy efficiency analysis, carbon footprint reduction strategies, and sustainable design principles.
Thermal Systems Design: This course emphasizes the design and optimization of thermal systems including heat exchangers, refrigeration cycles, and combustion processes. Students learn about thermodynamic modeling, system performance evaluation, and practical design considerations using industry-standard software tools.
Mechatronics: Combining mechanical engineering with electronics and computer science, this course covers embedded systems, microcontroller programming, automation technologies, and control system design. Students build mechatronic devices that integrate sensors, actuators, and intelligent control mechanisms.
Manufacturing Technology: This elective explores modern manufacturing techniques including additive manufacturing (3D printing), precision machining, computer-aided manufacturing, and quality control processes. Students gain hands-on experience with advanced manufacturing equipment and learn about production planning and cost optimization strategies.
Computational Fluid Dynamics: Designed to provide expertise in fluid flow analysis, this course covers Navier-Stokes equations, turbulence modeling, boundary layer theory, and numerical simulation techniques. Students use CFD software to analyze real-world applications such as aerodynamic design, heat transfer processes, and fluid machinery.
Advanced Dynamics: This course builds upon basic dynamics concepts by exploring complex motion analysis, vibration systems, mechanical oscillators, and multi-body dynamics. Students engage in mathematical modeling of mechanical systems and apply advanced principles to solve engineering problems.
Smart Manufacturing Systems: Focused on Industry 4.0 technologies, this course covers Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence in manufacturing, digital twins, and smart factory concepts. Students learn about automation strategies, data analytics for production optimization, and emerging trends shaping modern manufacturing environments.
Design Optimization Techniques: This course teaches systematic approaches to engineering design optimization using mathematical algorithms, computer simulations, and multi-objective decision-making frameworks. Students apply these techniques to real-world mechanical systems and learn about robust design principles and uncertainty quantification methods.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The program strongly emphasizes project-based learning as a fundamental pedagogical approach that bridges theory and practice. Projects are structured to encourage critical thinking, creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills essential for professional success.
The mini-projects begin in the third year and provide students with opportunities to apply core engineering principles to real-world challenges. These projects typically last 3-4 months and involve small teams working under faculty guidance to design, develop, and test mechanical systems or components.
The final-year thesis/capstone project is a significant culmination of academic learning, requiring students to undertake an independent research or design project that addresses a complex engineering problem. This project spans the entire final year and involves extensive literature review, experimental work, data analysis, and professional presentation skills development.
Students select their projects in consultation with faculty mentors based on their interests and career aspirations. The selection process considers factors such as available resources, industry relevance, research potential, and alignment with program learning outcomes.
Evaluation criteria for projects include technical merit, innovation, feasibility, documentation quality, oral presentation, and team collaboration. Regular progress reviews ensure that students stay on track and receive timely feedback from mentors and peers.