Comprehensive Course Structure
The Welding program at S S S S S P U Government Polytechnic spans eight semesters, offering a balanced mix of foundational sciences, core engineering principles, and specialized elective courses. Below is the detailed breakdown of all courses across these semesters:
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | CH-101 | Engineering Mathematics I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| I | PH-101 | Physics for Engineers | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| I | ME-101 | Introduction to Engineering | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| I | CE-101 | Basic Civil Engineering | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| I | CH-102 | Chemistry for Engineers | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| I | CS-101 | Introduction to Programming | 2-0-2-4 | - |
| I | ES-101 | Engineering Graphics | 2-0-2-4 | - |
| I | EP-101 | Professional Ethics and Values | 1-0-0-1 | - |
| II | CH-201 | Engineering Mathematics II | 3-1-0-4 | CH-101 |
| II | PH-201 | Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer | 3-1-0-4 | PH-101 |
| II | ME-201 | Mechanics of Materials | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| II | CE-201 | Surveying and Mapping | 2-0-0-2 | CE-101 |
| II | CS-201 | Data Structures and Algorithms | 2-0-2-4 | CS-101 |
| II | EC-201 | Basic Electrical Engineering | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| II | EP-201 | Engineering Economics and Management | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| III | ME-301 | Welding Processes I | 3-1-0-4 | ME-201 |
| III | CH-301 | Material Science and Engineering | 3-1-0-4 | CH-102 |
| III | EE-301 | Electromagnetic Fields and Waves | 3-1-0-4 | EC-201 |
| III | CS-301 | Database Management Systems | 2-0-2-4 | CS-201 |
| III | EC-301 | Signals and Systems | 3-1-0-4 | EC-201 |
| III | EP-301 | Environmental Science and Sustainability | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| IV | ME-401 | Welding Processes II | 3-1-0-4 | ME-301 |
| IV | CH-401 | Advanced Material Properties | 3-1-0-4 | CH-301 |
| IV | EE-401 | Control Systems | 3-1-0-4 | EE-301 |
| IV | CS-401 | Computer Architecture and Operating Systems | 2-0-2-4 | CS-301 |
| IV | EC-401 | Digital Communication | 3-1-0-4 | EC-301 |
| IV | EP-401 | Industrial Safety and Risk Management | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| V | ME-501 | Welding Metallurgy | 3-1-0-4 | CH-401 |
| V | CH-501 | Phase Transformations and Heat Treatment | 3-1-0-4 | CH-401 |
| V | EE-501 | Power Electronics and Drives | 3-1-0-4 | EE-401 |
| V | CS-501 | Machine Learning and AI | 2-0-2-4 | CS-401 |
| V | EC-501 | Antennas and Microwave Engineering | 3-1-0-4 | EC-401 |
| V | EP-501 | Project Management and Entrepreneurship | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| VI | ME-601 | Automation in Welding | 3-1-0-4 | ME-501 |
| VI | CH-601 | Nanostructured Materials | 3-1-0-4 | CH-501 |
| VI | EE-601 | Electrical Machines and Drives | 3-1-0-4 | EE-501 |
| VI | CS-601 | Cybersecurity Fundamentals | 2-0-2-4 | CS-501 |
| VI | EC-601 | Optical Fiber Communication | 3-1-0-4 | EC-501 |
| VI | EP-601 | Welding Quality Control and Inspection | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| VII | ME-701 | Advanced Welding Techniques | 3-1-0-4 | ME-601 |
| VII | CH-701 | Materials Testing and Analysis | 3-1-0-4 | CH-601 |
| VII | EE-701 | Renewable Energy Systems | 3-1-0-4 | EE-601 |
| VII | CS-701 | Cloud Computing and DevOps | 2-0-2-4 | CS-601 |
| VII | EC-701 | Wireless Communication Systems | 3-1-0-4 | EC-601 |
| VII | EP-701 | Research Methodology and Project Planning | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| VIII | ME-801 | Capstone Project | 4-0-0-4 | All previous semesters |
| VIII | CH-801 | Special Topics in Materials Science | 3-1-0-4 | CH-701 |
| VIII | EE-801 | Industrial Applications of Power Electronics | 3-1-0-4 | EE-701 |
| VIII | CS-801 | Big Data Analytics and Visualization | 2-0-2-4 | CS-701 |
| VIII | EC-801 | Embedded Systems Design | 3-1-0-4 | EC-701 |
| VIII | EP-801 | Final Thesis and Presentation | 2-0-0-2 | EP-701 |
Advanced Departmental Electives Overview
Our department offers several advanced departmental elective courses designed to enhance students' understanding of specialized areas within welding and related fields. These courses are taught by faculty with extensive industry experience and research backgrounds:
- Robotic Welding Systems: This course explores the integration of robotics in welding applications, including programming, control systems, and automation workflows. Students learn how to optimize welding parameters using robotic arms and develop custom solutions for complex manufacturing environments.
- Welding Inspection and Non-Destructive Testing: Students gain hands-on experience with various inspection techniques such as ultrasonic testing, radiographic testing, and magnetic particle inspection. The course emphasizes safety protocols and industry standards like ASME Section IX and AWS D1.1.
- Advanced Welding Metallurgy: This course delves into the microstructural behavior of welds under different conditions, focusing on heat-affected zones, grain structure evolution, and mechanical properties after welding. It includes laboratory experiments to analyze metallurgical changes during welding processes.
- Laser Welding Technology: Students learn about laser welding mechanisms, beam delivery systems, and process optimization for high-precision applications in aerospace and automotive industries. The course covers both theoretical principles and practical implementation.
- Welding in Renewable Energy Applications: This course addresses the unique challenges of welding in solar panels, wind turbine blades, and energy storage systems. It explores sustainable practices and the role of welding in promoting green technologies.
- Underwater Welding Techniques: Designed for students interested in offshore engineering, this course covers diving safety, underwater equipment, and specialized welding techniques used in marine environments. It includes practical training at designated underwater sites.
- Friction Stir Welding: This advanced topic focuses on solid-state joining processes that are revolutionizing industries like aerospace and automotive manufacturing. Students learn about tool design, process parameters, and quality control methods for friction stir welding applications.
- Composite Materials Joining Techniques: As composite materials become more prevalent in modern engineering, this course explores various joining methods such as adhesive bonding, mechanical fastening, and hybrid techniques. Students conduct experiments to evaluate the performance of different join types.
- Welding Automation and Smart Manufacturing: This course combines principles of industrial automation with welding practices, emphasizing sensor integration, real-time monitoring systems, and machine learning algorithms for predictive maintenance in welding operations.
- Industrial Safety and Risk Management in Welding: A comprehensive overview of safety regulations, hazard identification, and risk mitigation strategies in welding environments. The course includes case studies from major industrial accidents and best practices for ensuring worker safety.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
Our department strongly believes in project-based learning as a cornerstone of engineering education. Projects are structured to mirror real-world challenges, encouraging students to apply their knowledge creatively while developing critical thinking skills.
Mini-projects begin in the third year, where students work in teams to solve practical problems related to welding processes or equipment design. These projects typically last two semesters and require extensive research, experimentation, and documentation. Evaluation criteria include technical feasibility, innovation, teamwork, and presentation quality.
The final-year thesis/capstone project is a major undertaking that spans the entire eighth semester. Students select topics aligned with their interests or industry needs, often collaborating with external organizations. Faculty mentors guide students through every stage—from proposal development to final defense—and ensure that each project contributes meaningful insights to the field of welding.
Project selection involves a rigorous process where students submit proposals outlining their objectives, methodology, expected outcomes, and resource requirements. A panel of faculty members evaluates these proposals based on relevance, innovation, and potential impact. Successful projects often lead to patents, publications, or industry partnerships, providing students with valuable recognition and career opportunities.