Comprehensive Course Listing
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CE101 | Engineering Mathematics I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 1 | CE102 | Basic Mechanics | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 1 | CE103 | Chemistry for Engineers | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 1 | CE104 | Introduction to Civil Engineering | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 1 | CE105 | Computer Programming | 3-0-2-4 | - |
| 1 | CE106 | Physics for Engineers | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 2 | CE201 | Engineering Mathematics II | 3-1-0-4 | CE101 |
| 2 | CE202 | Mechanics of Materials | 3-1-0-4 | CE102 |
| 2 | CE203 | Engineering Geology | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 2 | CE204 | Surveying | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 2 | CE205 | Construction Materials | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 2 | CE206 | Basic Electrical Engineering | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 3 | CE301 | Structural Analysis I | 3-1-0-4 | CE202 |
| 3 | CE302 | Hydrology and Water Resources | 3-1-0-4 | CE206 |
| 3 | CE303 | Geotechnical Engineering I | 3-1-0-4 | CE203 |
| 3 | CE304 | Fluid Mechanics | 3-1-0-4 | CE106 |
| 3 | CE305 | Transportation Engineering I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 3 | CE306 | Environmental Engineering I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 4 | CE401 | Structural Analysis II | 3-1-0-4 | CE301 |
| 4 | CE402 | Geotechnical Engineering II | 3-1-0-4 | CE303 |
| 4 | CE403 | Hydraulic Structures | 3-1-0-4 | CE304 |
| 4 | CE404 | Transportation Engineering II | 3-1-0-4 | CE305 |
| 4 | CE405 | Environmental Engineering II | 3-1-0-4 | CE306 |
| 4 | CE406 | Construction Management | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 5 | CE501 | Advanced Structural Design | 3-1-0-4 | CE401 |
| 5 | CE502 | Foundation Engineering | 3-1-0-4 | CE402 |
| 5 | CE503 | Water Treatment Plant Design | 3-1-0-4 | CE405 |
| 5 | CE504 | Road and Pavement Engineering | 3-1-0-4 | CE404 |
| 5 | CE505 | Urban Planning Concepts | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 5 | CE506 | Project Management | 3-1-0-4 | CE406 |
| 6 | CE601 | Sustainable Construction | 3-1-0-4 | CE501 |
| 6 | CE602 | Smart Infrastructure Systems | 3-1-0-4 | CE502 |
| 6 | CE603 | Climate Resilient Design | 3-1-0-4 | CE503 |
| 6 | CE604 | Digital Mapping and GIS | 3-1-0-4 | CE504 |
| 6 | CE605 | Urban Mobility Solutions | 3-1-0-4 | CE505 |
| 6 | CE606 | Research Methodology | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 7 | CE701 | Advanced Foundation Design | 3-1-0-4 | CE602 |
| 7 | CE702 | Renewable Energy in Infrastructure | 3-1-0-4 | CE601 |
| 7 | CE703 | Building Information Modeling (BIM) | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 7 | CE704 | Advanced Pavement Engineering | 3-1-0-4 | CE604 |
| 7 | CE705 | Smart City Technologies | 3-1-0-4 | CE605 |
| 7 | CE706 | Capstone Project I | 2-0-2-4 | - |
| 8 | CE801 | Advanced Structural Dynamics | 3-1-0-4 | CE701 |
| 8 | CE802 | Integrated Water Management | 3-1-0-4 | CE702 |
| 8 | CE803 | Urban Sustainability Planning | 3-1-0-4 | CE705 |
| 8 | CE804 | Capstone Project II | 2-0-2-4 | CE706 |
| 8 | CE805 | Innovation in Civil Engineering | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 8 | CE806 | Professional Practice | 2-0-0-2 | - |
Detailed Course Descriptions for Departmental Electives:
Advanced Structural Design (CE501)
This course delves into the principles of advanced structural design, focusing on seismic analysis, load path optimization, and performance-based design methodologies. Students learn to apply modern software tools like SAP2000 and ETABS to model complex structures under various loading conditions.
Foundation Engineering (CE502)
Focused on deep foundation systems, this course covers pile design, bearing capacity analysis, and settlement prediction techniques. Practical applications include case studies from real construction projects across different geological conditions.
Water Treatment Plant Design (CE503)
This elective explores the design and operation of water treatment facilities, including coagulation, filtration, disinfection, and sludge handling processes. Students gain hands-on experience through lab simulations and field visits to operational plants.
Road and Pavement Engineering (CE504)
Students study pavement materials, design methods, and maintenance strategies for different traffic conditions. The course includes laboratory testing of asphalt mixtures and performance evaluation using advanced analytical techniques.
Urban Planning Concepts (CE505)
This interdisciplinary course bridges civil engineering with urban planning, covering zoning laws, land use planning, and sustainable development practices in metropolitan areas.
Project Management (CE506)
Designed to equip students with project management skills specific to civil engineering projects. Topics include risk assessment, resource allocation, timeline estimation, and stakeholder communication strategies.
Sustainable Construction (CE601)
This course emphasizes the integration of sustainable practices in construction projects, including green building certification systems, waste reduction techniques, and energy-efficient design strategies.
Smart Infrastructure Systems (CE602)
Students explore how IoT sensors, data analytics, and machine learning can be integrated into civil infrastructure for real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance. Real-world examples include smart bridges and intelligent traffic systems.
Climate Resilient Design (CE603)
Focused on designing infrastructure that can withstand climate-related challenges such as floods, hurricanes, and rising sea levels. The course covers adaptation strategies and resilience metrics used in international standards.
Digital Mapping and GIS (CE604)
This elective introduces students to geographic information systems (GIS) and digital mapping techniques used in civil engineering for site analysis, resource management, and project visualization.
Urban Mobility Solutions (CE605)
Examines the planning and implementation of urban mobility solutions including public transit systems, bike lanes, pedestrian walkways, and multimodal transport hubs to enhance accessibility and reduce congestion.
Research Methodology (CE606)
This course prepares students for conducting independent research by teaching them how to formulate hypotheses, design experiments, analyze data, and present findings in academic and professional contexts.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department's philosophy on project-based learning centers around experiential education that bridges theoretical knowledge with practical application. Mini-projects begin in the third semester and continue through the sixth semester, with each project lasting 6-8 weeks. These projects are designed to simulate real-world engineering challenges and involve collaboration between students from different disciplines.
Final-year thesis/capstone projects span the entire eighth semester and require students to develop a comprehensive solution to a significant civil engineering problem. Projects are selected based on industry needs, faculty expertise, or student interest, with guidance from multiple mentors across various specializations.
Evaluation criteria include technical depth, innovation, documentation quality, presentation skills, peer feedback, and the ability to integrate interdisciplinary knowledge. Students are encouraged to publish their findings in journals or present at conferences to enhance their academic profile and professional credibility.