ME STRUCTURAL - 2019 - Syllabi

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
ALAGAPPA CHETTIAR GOVERNMENT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING &

TECHNOLOGY, KARAIKUDI – 630 003.
CURRICULUM & SYLLABI

of
M.E. STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
Regulations 2019: Autonomous Courses

(For Regular & Part Time Students admitted from 2019 – 2020 onwards)
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M.E. STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
I) To strengthen and enrich the conceptual basis of Structural Engineering, to upgrade the knowledge of
mathematical and computational tools for better understanding of analysis and design of Civil
Engineering Structures and Systems.
II) To provide knowledge in depth on analysis and design methods so as to enable students to solve real
world Structural Engineering problems.
III) To provide conducive academic environment to work both independently and in a team , to initiate
research in demanding areas and to develop a habit of upgrading knowledge of advancements in
technologies for sustainable development
PROGRAMME OUTCOMES
At end of the programme students will be able to
1) apply advanced mathematical concepts to understand and solve Structural Engineering problems
2) demonstrate the knowledge in classical methods of analysis in solving elasticity and plasticity
problems
3) appreciate and successfully deploy modern analysis techniques and software tools to solve complex
and complicated Structural Engineering problems
4) exhibit the knowledge in comprehensive structural design and effectively use it to optimally design
reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete, hot rolled steel, cold formed steel and composite structures
subject to static and dynamic loads
5) develop wide understanding of Indian and International codal standards and its provisions relevant to
structural engineering and design structures conforming to the codal recommendations. Also, recognize
the inherent limitations involved when those standards applied to specific situations and go beyond
those guidelines whenever necessary in the object of improving the structural design and performance
6) equip themselves with necessary tools to independently carry out their research works and contribute
significantly to the field of research in the interest of social welfare
7) possess thorough understanding of behavior of structural materials to use it efficiently in structural
systems. Also, display great concern in exploring new alternative materials and technologies, practices
and system for economical and efficient designs.
8) identify and formulate optimization problems encountered in their profession and adopt appropriate
methods and techniques to find optimal solutions
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M.E. STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING CURRICULUM - SEMESTER COURSES
SEMESTER I
S. Subject
Subject Ctg. L T P C
No. Code
1 19STC11 Advanced Structural Analysis PC 3 0 0 3
2 19STC12 Advanced Solid Mechanics PC 3 0 0 3
3 19STC13 Research Methodology and IPR PC 2 0 0 2
Elective – 1:
Theory and Design of Thin Plates and Shells/ PE 3 0 0 3
4 19STE1X
Advanced Concrete Technology/ PE 3 0 0 3
Theory of Structural Stability PE 3 0 0 3
Elective – 2:
Analytical and Numerical Methods for Structural
PE 3 0 0 3
5 19STE1X Engineering/
Structural Health Monitoring/ PE 3 0 0 3
Structural Optimization PE 3 0 0 3
6 19STL11 Structural Design Lab PC 0 0 3 2
7 19STL12 Advanced Concrete Lab PC 0 0 3 2
8 19STA1X Audit Course AC 2 0 0 0
Total Credits 18
SEMESTER II
S. Subject
No. Code
1 19STC21 FEM in Structural Engineering PC 3 0 0 3
2 19STC22 Structural Dynamics PC 3 0 0 3
Elective – 3:
Advanced Steel Design/ PE 3 0 0 3
3 19STE2X
Analysis and Design of High Rise Structures/ PE 3 0 0 3
Design of Masonry Structures PE 3 0 0 3
Elective – 4:
Design of Advanced Concrete Structures/ PE 3 0 0 3
4 19STE2X
Soil Structure Interaction/ PE 3 0 0 3
Design of Industrial Structures PE 3 0 0 3
Elective – 5:
Advanced Design of Foundations/ PE 3 0 0 3
5 19STE2X
Experimental Methods and Model Analysis/ PE 3 0 0 3
Design of Bridges PE 3 0 0 3
6 19STL21 Numerical Analysis Lab PC 0 0 2 2
7 19STZ21 Inplant Training EEC 0 0 4 2
8 19STA2X Audit Course 2 AC 2 0 0 0
Total Credits 19
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M.E. STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING CURRICULUM – SEMESTER COURSES
SEMESTER III
S. Subject
No. Code
Elective – 6:
Design of Prestressed Concrete Structures/ PE 3 0 0 3
1 19STE3X Corrosion Engineering/ PE 3 0 0 3
Prefabricated Structures/ PE 3 0 0 3
Design of Steel Concrete Composite Structures PE 3 0 0 3
Elective – 7:
Fracture Mechanics of Concrete Structures/ PE 3 0 0 3
2 19STE3X Aseismic Design of Structures/ PE 3 0 0 3
Formwork Engineering/ PE 3 0 0 3
Maintenance and Rehabilitation of Structures PE 3 0 0 3
Open Elective:
Business Analytics/ OE 3 0 0 3
Industrial Safety/ OE 3 0 0 3
Operations Research/ OE 3 0 0 3
3 19STP3X
Cost Management of Engineering Projects/ OE 3 0 0 3
Composite Materials/ OE 3 0 0 3
Probability and Statistics/ OE 3 0 0 3
Design of Experiments OE 3 0 0 3
4 19STZ31 Dissertation Phase I EEC 0 0 16 8
Total Credits 17
SEMESTER IV
S. Subject
No. Code
1 19STZ41 Dissertation Phase II EEC 0 0 32 16
Total Credits 16
 Total Number of Credits to be Earned for the Award of Degree is 70
 The students must undergo Inplant training for a period of 1 month during summer
vocation which is considered as a practical course. A report on the work must be
submitted for the internal evaluation which carries 30 Marks and the same is
evaluated by the External examiner for 70Marks
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ALAGAPPA CHETTIAR GOVERNMENT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY
KARAIKUDI – 630 003.
M.E. STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING CURRICULUM – CATEGORY WISE
Regulations 2019: Autonomous Courses

(For Students admitted from 2019 – 2020 onwards)
 PROFESSIONAL CORE(PC)
S. Subject Preferred
Subject L T P C
No. Code Semester
1 19STC11 Advanced Structural Analysis 3 0 0 3 I
2 19STC12 Advanced Solid Mechanics 3 0 0 3 I
3 19STC13 Research Methodology and IPR 2 0 0 2 I
4 19STC21 FEM in Structural Engineering 3 0 0 3 II
5 19STC22 Structural Dynamics 3 0 0 3 II
Core Lab Courses
7 19STL11 Structural Design Lab 0 0 3 2 I
8 19STL12 Advanced Concrete Lab 0 0 3 2 I
9 19STL21 Numerical Analysis Lab 0 0 3 2 II
 PROFESSIONAL ELECTIVES(PE)
Subject L T P C
No. Code Semester
1 19STE11 Theory and Design of Thin Plates and Shells 3 0 0 3 I
2 19STE12 Advanced Concrete Technology 3 0 0 3 I
3 19STE13 Theory of Structural Stability 3 0 0 3 I
Analytical and Numerical Methods for Structural
4 19STE14 3 0 0 3 I
Engineering
5 19STE15 Structural Health Monitoring 3 0 0 3 I
6 19STE16 Structural Optimization 3 0 0 3 I
7 19STE21 Advanced Steel Design 3 0 0 3 II
8 19STE22 Analysis and Design of High Rise Structures 3 0 0 3 II
9 19STE23 Design of Masonry Structures 3 0 0 3 II
10 19STE24 Design of Advanced Concrete Structures 3 0 0 3 II
11 19STE25 Soil Structure Interaction 3 0 0 3 II
12 19STE26 Design of Industrial Structures 3 0 0 3 II
13 19STE27 Advanced Design of Foundations 3 0 0 3 II
14 19STE28 Experimental Methods and Model Analysis 3 0 0 3 II
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15 19STE29 Design of Bridges 3 0 0 3 II
16 19STE31 Design of Prestressed Concrete Structures 3 0 0 3 III
17 19STE32 Corrosion Engineering 3 0 0 3 III
18 19STE33 Prefabricated Structure 3 0 0 3 III
19 19STE34 Design of Steel Concrete Composite Structures 3 0 0 3 III
20 19STE35 Fracture Mechanics of Concrete Structures 3 0 0 3 III
21 19STE36 Aseismic Design of Structures 3 0 0 3 III
22 19STE37 Formwork Engineering 3 0 0 3 III
23 19STE38 Maintenance and Rehabilitation of Structures 3 0 0 3 III
 OPEN ELECTIVES(OE)
Subject L T P C
No. Code Semester
19STP31/
1 19CDP01/ Business Analytics 3 0 0 3 III
19MNP01#
19STP32/
2 19CDP02/ Industrial Safety 3 0 0 3 III
19MNP02#
19STP33/
3 19CDP03/ Operations Research 3 0 0 3 III
19MNP03#
19STP34/
4 19CDP04/ Cost Management of Engineering Projects 3 0 0 3 III
19MNP04#
19STP35/
5 19CDP05/ Composite Materials 3 0 0 3 III
19MNP05#
6 19STP36 Probability and Statistics 3 0 0 3 III
7 19STP37 Design of Experiments 3 0 0 3 III
 EMPLOYMENT ENHANCEMENT COURSES (EEC)

Subject L T P C
No. Code Semester
1 19STZ21 Inplant Training 0 0 4 2 II
2 19STZ31 Dissertation Phase-I 0 0 16 8 III
3 19STZ41 Dissertation Phase-II 0 0 32 16 IV
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 AUDIT COURSES (AC)
Subject L T P C
No. Code Semester
1 19STA11 English for Research Paper Writing 2 0 0 0 I
2 19STA12 Stress Management by Yoga 2 0 0 0 I
3 19STA13 Constitution of India 2 0 0 0 I
4 19STA14 Pedagogy Studies 2 0 0 0 I
5 19STA21 Value Education 2 0 0 0 II
6 19STA22 Disaster Management 2 0 0 0 II
7 19STA23 Personality Development Skills 2 0 0 0 II
8 19STA24 Ecological Engineering 2 0 0 0 II
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Based on the nomenclature the commonality course are assigned. If the syllabus is different the
nomenclature may be modified and same may be informed accordingly.
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19STC11 ADVANCED STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
The objective of this course is to study the analysis tools for plane and space truss / frame in the matrix
form.
COURSE OUTCOMES
At the end of this course, students will be able to
 CO1:Understand the concept of elementary structural analysis
 CO2:Derive equilibrium and compatibility conditions
 CO3:Derive stiffness and flexibility matrices
 CO4:Analyse plane and space trusses

 CO5:Analyse beams , grids, plane and space frames
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION 9
Introduction; Analysis of support reactions, internal forces in trusses, beams, cables, arches and
frames; Analysis of slopes and deflections in beams. Principle of virtual displacements and virtual
forces; Reciprocal theorems; Energy concepts. Displacement-based and force-based energy
principles; deriving stiffness and flexibility coefficients , Statically Indeterminate Structures: Force
Methods : Statical degree of indeterminacy Method of consistent deformations; Theorem of least
work, Displacement Methods : Kinematic DOF Slope-deflection method; Moment distribution
method.
UNIT 2 MATRIX ANALYSIS OF STRUCTURES 9

Introduction; Coordinate systems; Displacement and force transformation matrices; Element and
structure stiffness matrices; Element and structure flexibility matrices; Equivalent joint loads;
Stiffness and flexibility approaches. Matrix Analysis of Structures with Axial Elements: Axial
stiffness and flexibility; Stiffness matrices for an axial element (two dof), plane truss element (four
dof) and space truss element (six dof). Analysis by stiffness method (two/one dof per element) ,
Analysis by flexibility method. Plane Trusses: Analysis by stiffness and flexibility methods.
UNIT 3 MATRIX ANALYSIS OF BEAMS AND GRIDS 9

Beam element stiffness (four dof); Generation of stiffness matrix for continuous beam; Dealing
with internal hinges, hinged and guided-fixed end supports. Accounting for shear deformations.
Beam element stiffness (two dof); Dealing with moment releases, hinged and guided-fixed end
supports. Flexibility Method for Fixed and Continuous Beams: Force transformation matrix;
Element flexibility matrix; Solution procedure (including support movements). Stiffness Method
for Grids: Introduction; Torsional stiffness of grid element and advantage of torsion release;
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Analysis by stiffness method using grid element with six/three dof.
UNIT 4 MATRIX ANALYSIS OF PLANE FRAMES 9

Stiffness Method for Plane Frames: Element stiffness (six dof); Generation of structure stiffness
matrix and solution procedure; Dealing with internal hinges and various end conditions. Stiffness
Method for Plane Frames: Element stiffness ignoring axial deformations; Dealing with moment
releases, hinged and guided-fixed end supports. Flexibility Method for Plane Frames: Force
transformation matrix; Element flexibility matrix; Solution procedure (including support
movements); Ignoring axial deformations
UNIT 5 MATRIX ANALYSIS OF SPACE FRAMES 9

Stiffness Method for Space Frames: Introduction; Element stiffness matrix of space frame element
with 12 dof and 6 dof; Coordinate transformations. Space Trusses: Analysis by stiffness method.
Total Hours 45
REFERNCES
1. Devdas Menon, "Advanced Structural Analysis", Narosa Publishing House, 2009.
2. Matrix Analysis of Framed Structures, Weaver and Gere.
3. Asslam Kassimali, "Matrix Analysis of Structures", Brooks/Cole Publishing Co., USA, 1999.
4. Amin Ghali, Adam M Neville and Tom G Brown, "Structural Analysis: A Unified Classical and
Matrix Approach", Sixth Edition, 2007, Chapman & Hall.
5. Devdas Menon, "Structural Analysis", Narosa Publishing House, 2008.
6. Computer Methods in Structural Analysis, Meek J. L., E and FN, Span Publication
MAPPING OF PROGRAMME OUTCOMES WITH COURSE OUTCOMES
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8
CO1 3
Outcomes
CO2 3 3
Course
CO3 3 3
CO4 3 3
CO5 3
3-High, 2-Medium, 1-Low
Course Coordinator : Dr. C.SUBRMANIAN, APCE
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19STC12 ADVANCED SOLID MECHANICS
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
The objective of this course is to enable the student to analyse one dimensional, two dimensional,
torsional problems.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1:Understand the concept of continuum
 CO2:Derive equilibrium and compatibility conditions
 CO3:Derive stress strain relations
 CO4:Analyse Two dimensional and torsional problems.
 CO5:Analyse the stress strain relations for plastic condition
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION TO ELASTICITY 9

Displacement, Strain and Stress Fields, Constitutive Relations, Cartesian Tensors and Equations of
Elasticity.
UNIT 2 STRAIN AND STRESS FIELD 9

Elementary Concept of Strain, Stain at a Point, Principal Strains and Principal Axes, Compatibility
Conditions, Stress at a Point, Stress Components on an Arbitrary Plane, Differential Equations of
Equilibrium, Hydrostatic and Deviatoric Components.
UNIT 3 EQUATIONS OF ELASTICITY 9

Equations of Equilibrium, Stress- Strain relations, Strain Displacement and Compatibility
Relations, Boundary Value Problems, Co-axiality of the Principal Directions.
UNIT 4 TWO-DIMENSIONAL PROBLEMS TORSION OF PRISMATIC BARS 9

Plane Stress and Plane Strain Problems, Airy‘s stress Function, Two-Dimensional Problems in
Polar Coordinates.. Saint Venant‘s Method, Prandtl‘s Membrane Analogy, Torsion of Rectangular
Bar, Torsion of Thin Tubes.
UNIT 5 PLASTIC DEFORMATION 9

Strain Hardening, Idealized Stress- Strain curve, Yield Criteria, von Mises Yield Criterion, Tresca
Yield Criterion, Plastic Stress-Strain Relations, Principle of Normality and Plastic Potential,
Isotropic Hardening.
Total Hours 45
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REFERNCES
1. Theory of Elasticity, Timoshenko S. and GoodierJ. N., McGraw Hill, 1961..
2. Elasticity,SaddM.H.,Elsevier,2005.
3. Computational Elasticity, Ameen M., Narosa,2005.
4. Engineering Solid Mechanics, RagabA.R., Bayoumi S.E., CRC Press,1999.
5. Solid Mechanics, KazimiS. M. A., Tata McGraw Hill,1994.
6. Advanced Mechanics of Solids, SrinathL.S., Tata McGraw Hill,2000.
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
CO1 2 3 2
Outcomes
CO2 2 3 2
Course
CO3 2 3 2
CO4 2 3 2
CO5 2 3 2
Course Coordinator : Dr.C.Vijayaprabha, APCE
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19STC13 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND IPR
L T P C
2 0 0 2
COURSE OBJECTIVE
To understand research methodology and intellectual property rights
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: Understand research problem formulation.
 CO2: Analyze research related information and Follow research ethics
 CO3: Understand that today‘s world is controlled by Computer, Information Technology, but
tomorrow world will be ruled by ideas, concept, and creativity
 CO4: Understanding that when IPR would take such important place in growth of individuals &
nation, it is needless to emphasis the need of information about Intellectual Property Right to be
promoted among students in general & engineering in particular.
 CO5: Understand that IPR protection provides an incentive to inventors for further research work
and investment in R & D, which leads to creation of new and better products, and in turn brings
about, economic growth and social benefits.
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 RESEARCH PROBLEM FORMULATION 6

Meaning of research problem, Sources of research problem, Criteria Characteristics of a good
research problem, Errors in selecting a research problem, Scope and objectives of research
problem. Approaches of investigation of solutions for research problem, data collection, analysis,
interpretation, Necessary instrumentations
UNIT 2 LITERATURE STUDIES AND TECHNICAL WRITING 6

Effective literature studies approaches, analysis Plagiarism, Research ethics, Effective technical
writing, how to write report, Paper Developing a Research Proposal, Format of research proposal, a
presentation and assessment by a review committee
UNIT 3 NATURE OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY 6

Patents, Designs, Trade and Copyright. Process of Patenting and Development: technological
research, innovation, patenting, development. International Scenario: International cooperation on
Intellectual Property. Procedure for grants of patents, Patenting under PCT.
UNIT 4 PATENT RIGHTS 6

Scope of Patent Rights. Licensing and transfer of technology. Patent information and databases.
Geographical Indications.
UNIT 5 NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN IPR 6

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Administration of Patent System. New developments in IPR, IPR of Biological Systems, Computer
Software etc. Traditional knowledge, Case Studies, IPR and IITs.
Total Hours 30
REFERNCES
1. Stuart Melville and Wayne Goddard, ―Research methodology: an introduction for science &
engineering students‘‖
2. Ranjit Kumar, ―Research Methodology: A Step by Step Guide for beginners‖
3. Halbert, ―Resisting Intellectual Property‖, Taylor & Francis Ltd ,2007.
4. Robert P. Merges, Peter S. Menell, Mark A. Lemley, ― Intellectual Property in New Technological
Age‖, 2016.
5. T. Ramappa, ―Intellectual Property Rights Under WTO‖, S. Chand, 2008
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
CO1 3
Outcomes
CO2 3
Course
CO3 3
CO4 3
CO5 3
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19STE11 THEORY AND DESIGN OF THIN PLATE AND SHELLS
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
The objective of this course is to enable the students to analyse and design of folded plates and shells.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: Understand the equilibrium conditions of curved surfaces and thin plates
 CO2: Analyse rectangular plates
 CO3: Analyse circular plates
 CO4: Analyze the shells
 CO5: Analyze the shells for thermal stresses
COURSE CONTENTS
Space Curves, Surfaces- Shell Co-ordinates- Strain Displacement Relations- Assumptions in Shell
Theory, Displacement Field Approximations- Stress Resultants- Equation of Equilibrium using
Principle of Virtual Work, Boundary Conditions.
UNIT 2 STATIC ANALYSIS OF PLATES 9

Governing Equation for a Rectangular Plate- Navier Solution for Simply- Supported Rectangular
Plate under Various Loadings-Levy solution for Rectangular Plate with other Boundary
Conditions.
UNIT 3 CIRCULAR PLATES 9

Analysis under Axi- Symmetric Loading, Governing Differential Equation in Polar Co-ordinates.
Approximate Methods of Analysis- Rayleigh-Ritz approach for Simple Cases in Rectangular
Plates.
UNIT 4 STATIC ANALYSIS OF SHELLS 9

Membrane Theory of Shells - Cylindrical, Conical and Spherical Shells
UNIT 5 SHELLS OF REVOLUTION 9

Cylindrical and Conical Shells, Application to Pipes and Pressure Vessels. Thermal Stresses in
Plate/ Shell.
Total Hours 45
REFERNCES
1. Theory of Plates and Shells, Timoshenko S. and KriegerW., McGraw Hill.
2. Stresses in Plates and Shells, UguralAnsel C., McGraw Hill.
3. Thin Elastic Shells, KrausH., John Wiley and Sons.
4. Theory of Plates, Chandrashekhara.K., Universities Press.
5. Design and Construction of Concrete Shells, Ramaswamy,G.S.
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Programme Outcomes
Mapping
CO1 2 3 2
Outcomes
CO2 2 3 2
Course
CO3 2 3 2
CO4 2 3 2
CO5 2 3 2
Course Coordinator : Dr. C. Vijayaprabha, APCE
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19STE12 ADVANCED CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
At the end of the course student will be able to understand the properties of concrete making materials,
properties of fresh and hardened concrete, special concretes, able to perform mix design and understand
the process of concrete manufacturing.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: Evaluate the properties of cement, fine aggregate, coarse aggregate and water and check the
suitability as per IS code of practice.
 CO2: Study the behavior of concrete and evaluate the properties of concrete at fresh state and
ensure quality control while testing/ sampling with acceptance criteria.
 CO3: Design the concrete mix and evaluate the strength of hardened concrete
 CO4: Understand the special concretes and their specific applications.

 CO5: Recognize the process of manufacturing of normal concrete and special concreting methods.
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 CONCRETE MAKING MATERIALS 9

Aggregates classification–IS Specifications–Properties – Grading – Methods of combining
aggregates– Specified gradings – Testing of aggregates– Cement – Grade of cement–Chemical
composition– Types of cement– Hydration of cement – structure of hydrated cement–Special
cements–Testing of Cement–Water-Chemical admixtures–Mineral admixtures.
UNIT 2 CONCRETE 9
Properties of fresh concrete -Workability–Segregation, Bleeding, Properties of hardened concrete–
Strength–Elastic properties–Creep and shrinkage–Variability of concrete strength-Durability-Fire
resistance.
UNIT 3 MIX DESIGN 9

Principles of concrete mix design–Normal concrete, Self - compacting concrete , Light weight
concrete , High strength concrete and High performance concrete, Method of concrete mix design
by IS method– Testing of concrete - Ready mix concrete.
UNIT 4 PROPERTIES AND APPLICATIONS OF SPECIAL CONCRETE 9

Properties and applications of Light weight concrete–Fly ash concrete–Fibre reinforced concrete–
Polymer concrete- Self - compacting concrete–Ferro cement- High strength concrete - High
performance concrete Epoxy resins and screeds for rehabilitation
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UNIT 5 CONCRETING METHODS 9
Process of manufacturing of concrete–Methods of transportation, placing and curing– Extreme
weather concreting–Special concreting methods– Under water concrete–Ready Mix concrete-
Vacuum dewatering -Special formworks.
Total Hours 45
REFERNCES
1 Neville,A.M., ―Properties of Concrete‖, Pitman PublishingLimited,1987.
2 A.R.Santhakumar,‖ Concrete Technology‖ Oxford University Press India, 2006
3 Rudhani, G.,―Light Weight Concrete‖, Academic Kiado, Publishing Home of
Hungarian Academy of Sciences,1963.
4 Gambhir, M.L., ―Concrete Technology‖ Tata Mc.Graw Hill Publishers, 2008.
5 Shetty,M.S.,―Concrete Technology‖, S.Chand and CompanyLtd.,2002.
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
CO1 3 3
Outcomes
CO2 3 3
Course
CO3 3 2 3 2
CO4 3 2 3
CO5 3 2
Course Coordinator : Prof.S.M.Kavitha, APCE
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19STE13 THEORY OF STRUCTURAL STABILITY
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
The objective of this course is to enable the student to apply stability theory while analyzing
behavior of columns, beams, plates and frames.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: Understand the three approaches to stability and able to analyze columns to determine the
critical stress at failure. Also understand how the assumption of small deflection in columns
simplifies the analysis procedure
 CO2: Analyze the critical moment at which buckling occurs in beam columns and frames.
 CO3: Find the critical load at failure for rectangular, I section and thin walled open sections and
critical moment at which lateral torsional buckling occurs in beams
 CO4: Understand plate buckling concepts and post buckling strength of plates. Also able to use
the post buckling strength concept for the economical design of structures like plate girders.
 CO5: Differentiate elastic and inelastic buckling and appreciate the use of energy methods in
determining the critical stress at failure for columns.
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 STABILITY OF COLUMNS 9
Concepts of Elastic Structural stability- Equilibrium approach – Energy approach – Imperfection
approach - Effect of shear on buckling load - Large deflection theory.
UNIT 2 STABILITY OF FRAMES 9

Analysis of Beam column - Modes of Buckling- Critical Load of a Frame Using Neutral
Equilibrium-Calculation of Critical Loading Using Slope-Deflection- Effect of primary bending
and plasticity on frame behavior- Design of framed columns
UNIT 3 BUCKLING OF BEAMS 9

Lateral buckling of beams – Buckling of rectangular beams in pure bending- Buckling of
symmetric I beams by energy method – Lateral buckling of simply supported and Cantilever
beams - Torsional buckling of Columns - Uniform and non-uniform Torsion on thin walled open
cross section - Flexural torsional buckling and Combined modes of buckling.
UNIT 4 BUCKLING OF THIN PLATES 9

Isotropic rectangular plates - Governing Differential equations - Simply Supported on all edges –
Strain energy of plate in bending- Criticai load of a plate in shear by Galerkin Method – Post
buckling strength- Ultimate strength of axially compressed plates.
UNIT 5 METHODS OF ANALYSIS AND IN ELASTIC BUCKLING 9

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Approximate methods – Rayleigh and Galerkin‘s methods – Numerical methods – Finite
difference - Analysis of columns – Experimental study of column behaviour – South well plot -
Column curves - Derivation of Column design formula - Effective length of Columns - Inelastic
behaviour- Tangent modulus and Double modulus Theory
Total Hours 45
REFERNCES
1. Principles of Structural Stability Theory, Alexander Chajes, Prentice Hall, New Jersey,1974
2. Theory of elastic stability, Timoshenko and Gere, Tata Mc Graw Hill,1981
3. Structural Stability of columns and plates, Iyengar, N. G. R., Eastern west press Pvt. Ltd.1986
4. Strength of Metal Structures, Bleich F. Bucking, Tata McGraw Hill, New York.
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
CO1 3 3 1 2
Outcomes
CO2 3 3 1 2
Course
CO3 3 3 2 2
CO4 3 3 2 2
CO5 3 3 2 2
Course Coordinator : Prof. R. Prakash, APCE
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ANALYTICAL AND NUMERICAL METHODS FOR STRUCTURAL
19STE14
ENGINEEING
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
o To understand and apply numerical methods in solving structural engineering problems
o To apply FEM approach to solve problems encountered in solid mechanics
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: obtain numerical solution to linear systems 
 CO2: obtain numerical solution to non-linear systems 
 CO3: develop finite difference operators and employ it in interpolation problems
 CO4: use numerical difference approach to solve initial and boundary ODE and PDE 
 CO5: perform integrations using numerical techniques
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 SOLUTION OF LINEAR SYSTEMS 9

Introduction to Numerical Methods – Sources of error in numerical solution – Order of accuracy -
Direct method – Cramer‘s rule, Gauss-Elimination method – Gauss-Jordan elimination method –
Triangulation (LU Decomposition) method – Iterative methods : Jacobi-Iteration method – Gauss-
Siedel iteration, Successive over – relaxation method – Eigen Value Problems
UNIT 2 SOLUTION OF NON-LINEAR SYSTEMS 9

Newton Raphson iterations for solving 1D non-linear equations – Newton and Quasi-Newton
iterations – Local and Global convergence – Conjugate Gradient and Preconditioning – Solution of
Transcendental equations
UNIT 3 FINITE DIFFERENCE AND THEIR APPLICATIONS 9

Introduction – Backward and forward and central differences – Derivation of Differentiation
formulas using Taylor series – Boundary conditions – Linear Interpolation – Higher order
Interpolation – Lagrange Interpolation – Interpolating polynomials using finites differences –
Hermite Interpolation – piece-wise and spline Interpolation
UNIT 4 NUMERICAL DIFFERENTIATION 9

Euler‘s method – Backward Euler method – Midpoint method – single step method, Taylor‘s series
method – Solution of Initial and Boundary value problems – Solution of Partial Differential
Equations
UNIT 5 NUMERICAL INTEGRATION 9

Newton-Cotes integration formulas- Double integration using Trapezoidal Rule – Romberg
Integration -Simpson‘s method Gaussian quadrature - Errors in integration formulas – Multiple
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integration with variable limits
Total Hours: 45
REFERENCES
1. Atkinson, K.E., ―An Introduction to Numerical Analysis‖, Wiley & Sons, 1989.
2. Schied, F., ―Theory and Problems of Numerical Analysis‖, McGraw Hill, 1988
3. Sastry, S.S., ―Introductory Methods of Numerical Analysis‖, Prentice Hall of India, 1988.
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
CO1 3 3
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CO3 3 3
CO4 3 3
CO5 3 3
Course Coordinator : Prof. A. Dharanidharan, APCE
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19STE15 STRUCTURAL HEALTH MONITORING
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
At the end of the course student will be able to assess the health of structures using various methods
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: Understand the factors affecting health of structures
 CO2: Diagnosis the distress in the structure understanding the causes and factors
 CO3: Assess the health of structure using static field methods
 CO4: Assess the health of structure using dynamic field tests

 CO5: Suggest repairs and rehabilitation measures of the structure
COURSE CONTENTS
Structural Health: Factors affecting Health of Structures, Causes of Distress, Regular Maintenance.
Structural Health Monitoring: Concepts, Various Measures, Structural Safety in Alteration.
UNIT 2 STRUCTURAL AUDIT 9

Assessment of Health of structure, Collapse and Investigation, Investigation Management, SHM
Procedures.
UNIT 3 STATIC FIELD TESTING 9

Types of Static Tests, Simulation and Loading Methods, sensor systems and hardware
requirements, Static Response Measurement.
UNIT 4 DYNAMIC FIELD TESTING 9

Types of Dynamic Field Test, Stress History Data, Dynamic Response Methods, Hardware for
Remote Data Acquisition Systems, Remote Structural Health Monitoring.
UNIT 5 INTRODUCTION TO REPAIRS AND REHABILITATIONS OF STRUCTURES 9

Case Studies (Site Visits), piezo– electric materials and other smart materials, electro–mechanical
impedance (EMI) technique, adaptations of EMI technique.
Total Hours 45
REFERNCES
1. Structural Health Monitoring, Daniel Balageas, ClausPeter Fritzen, Alfredo Güemes, John Wiley and
Sons, 2006.
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2. Health Monitoring of Structural Materials and Components Methods with Applications, Douglas E
Adams, John Wiley and Sons, 2007.
3. Structural Health Monitoring and Intelligent Infrastructure, Vol1, J. P. Ou, H. Li and Z. D. Duan,
Taylor and Francis Group, London, UK, 2006.
4. Structural Health Monitoring with Wafer Active Sensors, Victor Giurglutiu, Academic Press Inc, 2007.
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
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CO2 2 3
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CO3 2 3
CO4 2 3
CO5 2 3
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19STE16 STRUCTURAL OPTIMISATION
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
o Learn linear, non-linear and modern optimisation techniques and apply it in the engineering problems to
obtain optimal solutions
COURSE OUTCOMES
CO1: describe the broad classification of optimisation problems, and where they arise in simple
applications
CO2: explain the concept of an objective function, a feasible region, and a solution set of an optimisation
problem
CO3: write down the dual linear programming problem and use the simplex method to find an optimal
vector for the standard linear programming problem and the corresponding dual problem
CO4: use search methods, direct methods and simplex method to solve non-linear optimisation problems
CO5: describe and explain the modern optimisation algorithms such as Genetic algorithms, Simulated
Annealing, Particle swarm optimisation, Ant Colony optimisation, Fuzzy optimisation & Neural Network
methods
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION AND BASIC CONCEPTS 9

Historical Development – Engineering applications of Optimization – Components of an
optimisation problem– Objective function – Constraints and Constraint surface – Formulation of
design problems as mathematical programming problems – Classification of optimization
problems: based on constraints, objective function, design variables, separability of functions and
no. of objective functions–classical and advanced techniques
UNIT 2 OPTIMIZATION USING CALCULUS 9

Single variable optimisation – Multi variable optimisation with no constraints –Multi variable
optimisation with equality constraints: solution by method of constraint variation and Lagrange
multipliers– Hessian Matrix – Necessary and Sufficient conditions –Multi variable optimisation
with in equality constraints – Kuhn-Tucker conditions – Convex programming problem
UNIT 3 LINEAR PROGRAMMING 9

Linear programming concepts – Applications of linear programming – Standard form – Definitions
and theorems – graphical solution – simplex method – basic and non-basic variables – basic
feasible solution – Revised Simplex method – Duality in Linear programming – Dual simplex
methods
UNIT 4 NON-LINEAR PROGRAMMING 9

Search Methods: Unrestricted, Exhaustive & dichotomous search – Interval halving method –
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Fibonacci method – Golden section method – Interpolation methods – Direct root methods:
Newton Raphson and Secant methods – Univariate method – Simplex method – Steepest-descent
method
UNIT 5 MODERN OPTIMISATION TECHNIQUES 9

Genetic algorithms – Simulated Annealing – Particle swarm optimisation – Ant Colony
optimisation – Fuzzy optimisation – Neural Network methods
Total Hours 45
REFERENCES
1. Rao, S.S, "Engineering Optimization: Theory and Practice", New Age International Ltd, 1996.
2. Aurora, J., ―Introduction to optimum design‖, Academic Press, 2011.
3. Hadley, G., "Linear programming", Narosa, 1989.
4. Taha, H.A, "Operations Research: An Introduction", Pearson Education, 2016.
5. Deb, K., "Optimization for Engineering Design-Algorithms and Examples", PHI Learning, 2012.
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
CO1 2 3
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CO2 3 2 3
CO3 3 2 3
CO4 3 2 3
CO5 3 2 3
Course Coordinator : Prof. A. Dharanidharan, APCE
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19STL11 STRUCTURAL DESIGN LAB
L T P C
0 0 3 2
COURSE OUTCOME:
At the end of the course, students will be able to
1. Design and Detail all the Structural Components of Frame Buildings.
2. Design and Detail complete Multi-Storey Frame Buildings.
COURSE CONTENT:
Design and detailed drawing of complete G+ 3 structures by individual student using latest
relevant IS codes with the help of STAAD Pro software.
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
CO1 3 3 2
CO2 3 3 2
Course Coordinator : Prof. A. Leelavathi, APCE
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19STL12 ADVANCED CONCRETE LAB
L T P C
0 0 3 2
COURSE OUTCOMES
At the end of the course, students will be able to
1. Design high grade concrete and study the parameters affecting its performance.
2. Conduct Non Destructive Tests on existing concrete structures.
3. Apply engineering principles to understand behavior of structural/ elements.
COURSE CONTENTS
List of Experiments/Assignments:
1. Study of stress-strain curve of high strength concrete
2. Correlation between cube strength, cylinder strength, split tensile strength of concrete.
3. Modulus of rupture of concrete beam
4. Effect of cyclic loading on steel.
5. Non-Destructive testing of existing concrete members using Rebound hammer
6. Non-Destructive testing of existing concrete members by Ultra sonic pulse velocity method
7. Behavior of beams under flexure
8. Shear behavior of RC beam
9. Torsional behavior of RC beam
10. Chloride ion diffusion in concrete
11. Corrosion rate of steel rebar embedded in concrete using Impedance technique
12. Corrosion rate of steel rebar embedded in concrete using Linear polarization Resistance Technique
13. Demonstration for seismic performance of building and water tank models
14. Study of fundamentals of dynamics using Vibration test rig.
REFERNCES
1. Properties of Concrete, Neville A. M., 5th Edition, Prentice Hall, 2012
2. Mars g.Fontanna, Corrosion Engineering , 3rd Edition, Mc Graw Hill.
3. Anil K chopra, ― Dynamics of Structures: Theory and Application to Earthquake Engineering‖,
Pearson India, Third Edition ,2007.
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
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CO3 3 3 3
Course Coordinator : Prof.S.M.Kavitha, APCE
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19STC21 FEM IN STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
o To understand basic FEM theory and to derive the FEM formulations for 1-D, 2-D and 3-D model
problems.
o To apply FEM approach to solve problems encountered in solid mechanics.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: obtain approximate solutions to boundary value problems using weighted residual methods and
Rayleigh Ritz approach.
 CO2: develop shape functions and element stiffness matrices for 1-D elements and solve structures made
up of 1-D elements using FEM .
 CO3: formulate two dimensional FEM elements for plane stress and plane strain problems.
 CO4: build iso parametric elements, serendipity, lagrangian elements and axisymmetric elements for
two dimensional stress analysis .
 CO5: analyse plates and shells using FEM element formulations
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 FINITE ELEMENT FORMULATION OF BOUNDARY VALUE PROBLEMS 9

Solution to engineering problems – mathematical modeling – discrete and continuum
modeling – need for numerical methods of solution – relevance and scope of finite element
methods – engineering applications of FEA–Weighted residual methods –general weighted
residual statement – weak formulation of the weighted residual statement –comparisons –
piecewise continuous trial functions example of a bar finite element –functional and
differential forms – principle of stationary total potential – Rayleigh Ritz method – piecewise
continuous trial functions – finite element method – application to bar element.
UNIT 2 ONE DIMENSIONAL FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS 9

General form of total potential for 1-D applications – generic form of finite element equations
– linear bar element – quadratic element –nodal approximation – development of shape
functions – element matrices and vectors – example problems – extension to plane truss–
development of element equations – assembly – element connectivity – global equations –
solution methods –beam element – nodal approximation – shape functions – element matrices
and vectors – assembly – solution – example problems.
UNIT 3 TWO DIMENSIONAL FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS-I 9

Elasticity equations – stress strain relations – plane problems of elasticity – element equations
– assembly – Different types of elements for plane stress and plane strain analysis -
displacement models - generalized coordinates - shape functions - convergent and
compatibility requirements - geometric invariance –need for quadrature formulae –
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transformations to natural coordinates – Gaussian quadrature- area and volume coordinates -
generation of element stiffness and nodal load matrices
UNIT 4 TWO DIMENSIONAL FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS-II 9

Isoparametric formulation: Concept - different isoparametric elements for 2D analysis -
formulation of 4- noded and 8-noded isoparametric quadrilateral elements - Lagrange
elements - Serendipity elements. Axisymmetric Analysis: bodies of revolution – axisymmetric
modeling - strain displacement relationship – formulation of axisymmetric elements.
Three dimensional FEM: Different 3-D elements-strain-displacement relationship –

formulation of hexahedral and isoparametric solid element.
UNIT 5 FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS OF PLATES 9

Introduction to Finite Element Analysis of Plates: basic theory of plate bending - thin plate
theory - stress resultants - Mindlin's approximations - formulation of 4-noded isoperimetric
quadrilateral plate element – Shell Element
Total Hours 45
REFERENCES
1. Seshu, P., ―Text Book of Finite Element Analysis‖, PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd,2014.
2. Chandrupatla, T.R., Belegundu, A.D., ―Introduction to Finite Elements in Engineering‖, Pearson,2012
3. Rao S.S., ―The Finite Element Method in Engineering‖, Elsevier,2011.
4. Hutton, D.V., ―Fundamentals of Finite Element Analysis‖ McGraw-Hill,2003.
5. Reddy, J.N., ―An Introduction to the Finite Element Method‖, McGraw-Hill Education,2005.
6. Cook, R.D., Malkus, D.S., Plesha, M.E., ―Concepts and Applications of Finite Element Analysis‖,
John Wiley & Sons,2007.
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
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CO2 2 3 2
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CO3 2 3 2
CO4 2 3 2
CO5 2 3 2
Course Coordinator : Prof.A.Dharanidharan, APCE
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19STC22 STRUCTURAL DYNAMICS
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
o Learn to analyse SDOF and MDOF dynamic systems subjected to general dynamic loadings and
analyse base excited systems and develop deformation spectra.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: describe basic components of dynamics equation of motion and formulate equations of motion for
undamped and damped SDOF systems for both free vibration and forced vibration cases.
 CO2: find and plot response of undamped and damped SDOF systems for free vibration and SDOF
systems subjected to harmonic loadings, impulsive forces, rectangular loads, half and full cycle sine loads
and triangular loads and harmonic support motion.
 CO3: determine the natural frequencies and mode shapes of undamped and damped MDOF systems
subjected to general loadings using modal coordinatesystem.
 CO4: find response of base excited systems and develop displacement spectra for half-cycle and full
cycle pulses.
 CO5: use approximate methods to determine natural frequencies and mode shapes of lumped masses
systems, distributed mass systems and MDOF systems.
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 SINGLE DEGREE OF FREEDOM SYSTEMS (SDOF) 9

Motivation to Dynamic analysis – Dynamic loads –Basics of Dynamics – Dynamic degrees
of freedom – D‘Alembert‘s principle – Mechanical model of SDOF systems – Equation of
motion – Response of Undamped, Free vibration system – Amplitude, Time period, Phase
angle of the motion – Damping and its forms – Response of Damped, Free vibration system:
critically damped, over damped and underdamped system – damped circular natural
frequency – logarithmic decrement
Forced Vibration SDOF systems: Response of Undamped SDOF systems to Harmonic
excitation – Problem of resonance –Response of Damped SDOF systems to Harmonic
excitation– Steady state and Transient response – Dynamic amplification factor – Phase angle
– Evaluation of damping at resonance– Bandwidth method to evaluate damping–Response to
support motion– Transmissibility ratio – Transmissibility vs Frequency ratio – Force
transmitted to the foundation – Working principle of seismic instruments
UNIT 2 GENERALIZED SDOF SYSTEMS 9

Generalized SDOF systems –Generalized coordinates –Rigid beams SDOF systems with
point and distributed masses – SDOF systems with multiple springs – use of virtual work
method for rigid beams – Distributed Elasticity
Response to general dynamic loading: Response to impulsive forces, constant force,
rectangular load, half sine load, full sine load, triangular load – Plotting variation of response
with respect to loading duration – developing shock spectrum for half and full cycle loads –
Duhamel‘s integral to solve for the dynamic response
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UNIT 3 MULTIPLE DEGREE OF FREEDOM SYSTEMS 9
Multiple degrees of freedom– Dynamic analysis of a single frame of a shear building –
Equation of motion of a MDOF system – Harmonic solution & Eigen value problem –
natural frequencies and mode shapes – Fundamental mode – Properties of the natural
frequencies and mode shapes: Orthogonality of modes, independence of modes, reality and
positiveness of natural frequency, positive semi-definiteness of stiffness matrix and positive
definiteness of mass matrix –Modal super position method – Generalized modal coordinates
– Ortho normalization of modal vectors – Free vibration with initial conditions in modal
coordinates – Damped modal analysis – External, Internal and combined Damping –
Rayleigh damping matrix –Relationship between damping and frequency for Rayleigh‘s
damping– Harmonic Forced vibration
UNIT 4 BASE EXCITED SYSTEMS 9

Base excited SDOF linear systems – Absolute displacement of undamped system – Absolute
displacement of damped system –Spring deformation of system subjected to damped system
– Pseudo acceleration – Spectral quantities – Deformation spectra – Tripartite logarithmic
plot – General form of spectrum – Spectral regions – Spectra for maximum and minimum
accelerations of the mass – Logarithmic plot of deformation spectra : half-cycle acceleration
pulse, half-cycle velocity pulse, half-cycle displacement pulse–Design spectrum – General
spectrum form
UNIT 5 APPROXIMATE METHODS 9

Rayleigh‘s method – Rayleigh quotient – Properties of Rayleigh quotient – Application to
lumped masses system and MDOF systems – Application to continuous systems –
Dunkerly‘s method – Dunkerly‘s approximation – Stodala method (method of iteration) –
Combining iteration with Rayleigh method – Stodala convergence – Application of Rayleigh-
Ritz procedure – Mass condensation or Guyan reduction – Subspace iteration method
Total Hours 45
REFERNCES
1. Mario Paz, ―Structural Dynamics‖, CBS publishers, Second Edition,2004
2. Anil K Chopra, ―Dynamics of Structures: Theory and Application to Earthquake Engineering‖,
Pearson India, Third Edition,2007
3. R W Clough and J Penzien,―Dynamics of Structures‖, McGraw-Hill College, Second Edition,1993
4. J L Humar, ―Dynamics of Structures‖, Taylor & Francis Exclusive, Third Edition,2012
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
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Outcomes
CO2 3 2 3
Course
CO3 3 2 3
CO4 3 2 3
CO5 3 2 3
Course Coordinator : Prof.A.Dharanidharan, APCE
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19STE21 ADVANCED STEEL DESIGN
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
o The advanced design philosophies involved in steel design are explained to the students. The Concepts
involved in the design of industrial frames, cold formed structures are explained to the students.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: Apply the Philosophies of Limits State Design, WSD and LRFD -Concepts of
Plastic design
 CO2: Analyze industrial frames and able to differentiate and analyze sway and non sway
Frames and able to design components involved the industrial bents.
 CO3: Design flexible and moment resisting connections.
 CO4: Perform design of cold formed tension and compression members.
 CO5: Perform design of cold formed beams and z purlins with lips and wall studs
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 DESIGN PHILOSOPHIES 9

Mechanical Properties, Hysteresis, Ductility -Philosophies of Limits State Design, WSD and
LRFD Inelastic Bending Curvature, Concepts of Plastic design – Local Buckling of thin plate
elements – Section Classification compactness and non-compactness– Limit State Design –
Ultimate and serviceability limit states-Design Criteria Stability, Strength, Drift - Design of beams
for Lateral Torsional Buckling – Slenderness Ratio - Design of Columns with bracing of about
Weak Axis.
UNIT 2 ANALYSIS AND DESIGN OF INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS 9

Review of loads on Industrial structures-Dead, Live, wind loads as per National standards-
Analysis of Industrial buildings - Trussed bents, Knee and Gable frames - Bracings- Sway and Non
sway frames- Design of Purlins - Design of beam columns subjected to combined axial load and
bending moment - Moment Magnification Factor, Moment gradient effect-Effective Length, PM
Interaction, Biaxial Bending.
UNIT 3 STRUCTURAL CONNECTIONS 9

Load transfer mechanisms in connections– Flexible, Rigid, Semi rigid Connections in frames -
Beam to beam Web angle connections – Bolted Seat angle connection, Bolted stiffened seat angle
connections – Moment resisting connections- Welded rigid moment connections.
UNIT 4 DESIGN OF COLD-FORMED STEEL AXIAL MEMBERS 9

Types of cross sections - concept of local buckling – Concept of Effective width -Design of
compression and tension members.
UNIT 5 DESIGN OF COLD-FORMED STEEL FLEXURAL MEMBERS 9

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Design of laterally restrained Beams, deflections of beams and design of beam webs- Concepts of
lateral buckling –Design of Laterally unrestrained beams -Combined stresses and connections-
Empirical design of Z- purlins with lips and wall studs.
Total Hours 45
REFERNCES
1. S. K. Duggal, Limit Sate design of steel Stuctures.TMH Publishing company, New Delhi.
2. Subramanian, N., ―Design of Steel Structures‖, Oxford University Press.
3. Teaching Resource for Structural Steel Design, INSDAG. Kolkotta.
4. J.Rhodes, Design of Cold-Formed Steel Members, Elsevier Science publishers.
5. P.Dayaratnam, ―Design of Steel Structures‖, Wheeler Publishing.
6. Salmon, C, G., and Johnson, J.E. ―Steel Structures-Design and Behaviour, Harper and Row.
7. Robert Englekirk, ―Steel Structures – Controlling Behaviour Through Design‖, John Wiley & Sons
8. Kuzamanovic, B.O.andWilliems, N, ―Steel Design for Structural Engineers‖, Prentice Hall.
9. Wie-Wen Yu., ―Cold-formed Steel Structures‖, McGraw-Hill Book Company.
10. William McGuire, ―Steel Structures‖, Prentice Hall, Inc., Englewood cliffs, N.J..
11. Arthur R. Thamboli, ―Steel Design Hand Book-LFRD Method‖ McGraw-Hill.
12. William T. Segui ―LFRD Steel Design‖ PWS Publishing.
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
CO1 3 3 2
Outcomes
CO2 3 3 2
Course
CO3 3 3 2
CO4 3 3 2
CO5 3 3 2
Course Coordinator : Dr. K. Aarthi, APCE
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19STE22 ANALYSIS AND DESIGN OF HIGH RISE STRUCTURES
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
To understand design criteria, loading calculation, behavior of structural elements
COURSE OUTCOMES

CO1: To understand the behavior of tall buildings
CO2: To analyses the tall structures
CO3: To study about the second order effects.
CO4: To understand the behavior of various structural forums
 CO5: To carry out the stability analysis
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 ANALYSIS AND DESIGN OF TOWERS 9
Design of transmission/ TV tower -Mast and trestles - Configuration - bracing system - analysis
and design for vertical transverse and longitudinal loads.
UNIT 2 ANALYSIS AND DESIGN OF CHIMNEY 9
Analysis and Design of RC and Steel Chimney - Foundation design for varied soil strata.
UNIT 3 LOADING 9
Gravity Loading – Dead load, Live load, Impact load, Construction load, Sequential loading. Wind
Loading – Static and Dynamic Approach, Analytical method, Wind Tunnel Experimental methods.
Earthquake Loading – Equivalent lateral Load analysis, Response Spectrum Method, Combination
of Loads and IS code provisions.
UNIT 4 BEHAVIOUR OF STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS 9
Factors affecting the height and structural form, Behaviour of Braced frames, Rigid Frames, In
filled frames, Shear walls, Coupled Shear walls, Wall – Frames, Tubular, Outrigger braced, Hybrid
systems.
UNIT 5 ANALYSIS AND DESIGN 9
Modeling for approximate analysis, Accurate analysis and reduction techniques, Analysis of
structures as an integral unit, Analysis for member forces, drift and twist. Computerized 3D
analysis. Firefighting design provisions.
Total Hours 45
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REFERNCES
1. T Structural Design of Multi-storeyed Buildings, Varyani U. H., 2nd Ed., SouthAsian Publishers,
New Delhi, 2002.
2. Structural Analysis and Design of Tall Buildings, Taranath B. S., Mc Graw Hill, 1988.
3. Illustrated Design of Reinforced Concrete Buildings(GF+3storeyed), Shah V. L. &Karve S. R.,
Structures Publications, Pune, 2013.
4. Design of Multi Storeyed Buildings, Vol. 1 & 2, CPWD Publications, 1976.
5. Tall Building Structures, Smith Byran S. and Coull Alex, Wiley India. 1991.
6. High Rise Building Structures, Wolfgang Schueller, Wiley., 1971.
7. Tall Chimneys, Manohar S. N., Tata Mc Graw Hill Publishing Company, New Delhi.
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Programme Outcomes
Mapping
CO1 2 3 3
Outcomes
CO2 2 3 3
Course
CO3 2 3 3
CO4 2 3 3
CO5 2 3 3
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19STE23 DESIGN OF MASONRY STRUCTURES
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
To understand design of masonry structures
COURSE OUTCOMES

CO1: Understand the masonry design approaches
CO2: Analyse Reinforced Masonry Members
CO3: Determine interactions between members.
CO4: Determine shear strength and ductility of Reinforced Masonry members
 CO5: Perform elastic and Inelastic analysis of masonry walls
COURSE CONTENTS
Historical Perspective- Masonry Materials- Masonry Design Approaches- Overview of Load

Conditions- Compression Behaviour of Masonry- Masonry Wall Configurations- Distribution of
Lateral Forces.
UNIT 2 FLEXURAL STRENGTH OF REINFORCED MASONRY MEMBERS 9
Flexural strength of Reinforced Masonry structures-In plane and Out-of-plane Loading
UNIT 3 INTERACTIONS 9
Structural Wall-Columns and Pilasters-Retaining Wall-Pier and Foundation.- Shear Strength and
Ductility of Reinforced Masonry Members.
UNIT 4 VARIOUS STRUCTURAL FORMS 9
Prestressed Masonry - Stability of Walls- Coupling of Masonry Walls Openings- Columns- Beams.
UNIT 5 ELASTIC AND INELASTIC ANALYSIS 9

Modeling Techniques- Static Push Over Analysis and use of Capacity Design Spectra.
Total Hours 45
REFERNCES
1. Design of Reinforced Masonry Structures, Narendra Taly, ICC, 2nd Edn

2. Masonry Structures: Behavior and Design, Hamid Ahmad A. and Drysdale Robert G., 1994..
3. Mechanics of Masonry Structures, Editor: Maurizio Angelillo, 2014.
4. Earthquake-resistant Design of Masonry Buildings, TomaeviMiha, Imperial College Press, 199.
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Programme Outcomes
Mapping
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CO2 3 3
Course
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CO4 3 3
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19STE24 DESIGN OF ADVANCED CONCRETE STRUCTURES
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
The objective of this course is to enable the student to design special RC elements and to perform
inelastic analysis of R.C. structures.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: Analyse the special structures by understanding their behaviour.
 CO2: Design and prepare detail structural drawings for execution citing relevant IS codes.
 CO3: Design and detail special RC Elements.
 CO4: Design flat slabs and flat plates.
 CO5: Detail as per the requirements of ductility.
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 DESIGN OF BEAMS 9

Behaviour of RCC beams under combined Shear Torsion and Bending-Modes of Failures-
Inter action effects-Analysis and design of beams circular in plan and Spandrel beams-Design for
Serviceability Limit states-Design calculation of deflections and crack width according to IS
456-2000.
UNIT 2 DESIGN OF SLENDER COLUMNS 9

Behaviour of slender RCC Columns- Failure modes and Interaction curves-Additional Moment
method-Comparison of codal provisions- calculation of design moments for braced and unbraced
columns-Principles of Moment magnification method-design of slender columns.
UNIT 3 DESIGN OF SPECIAL RC ELEMENTS 9

Design and detailing of Concrete braced and unbraced walls according to BIS code—
Classification of shear walls, design principles, design of rectangular and flanged shear walls-
Analysis of forces, Design and detailing of Corbels-Design and detailing of Deep beams-
Approximate analysis and design of Grid floors.
UNIT 4 DESIGN OF FLAT SLABS AND FLAT PLATES 9

Yield line theory of slabs - Hillerberg method of design of slabs- Design of Flat slabs and flat
plates according to BIS method-Shear in Flat Slabs and Flat Plates
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UNIT 5 INELASTIC BEHAVIOUR OF CONCRETE BEAMS AND FRAMES 9
Inelastic behaviour of concrete beams-moment-rotation curves-moment redistribution- Bakers
method of analysis and design-Design of cast-in-situ joints in frames. Detailing requirements for
ductility, durability and fire resistance
Total Hours 45
REFERENCES
1.Varghese, P.C. ―Advanced Reinforced Concrete Design‖, Prentice Hall of India, (2002).
2.Bandyopadhyay, Design of Concrete Structures, Prentice Hall of India.
3.Krishna Raju, N., ―Advanced Reinforced Concrete Design‖, CBS Publishers and Distributers, (1986)
4.Sinha.S.N., ―Reinforced Concrete Design‖, Tata-McGraw-Hill (1996).
5. Varghese, P.C. ―Limit State Design of Reinforced Concrete‖, Prentice Hall of India, 2002
6. Ramchandra & VirendraGehlot., ―Elements of Limit State Design of Concrete Structures‖ Scientific
Publishers (India), 2004
7. Arthur H.Nilson ―Design of Concrete Structures‖, Tata McGraw-Hill, 2003
8. Park. R, & Paulay .T, ―Reinforced Concrete Structures‖, John Wiley & Sons, 1975.
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
CO1 3 3
Outcomes
CO2 3 3
Course
CO3 3 3
CO4 3 3
CO5 3 3
Course Coordinator : Dr SR Sumathy , APCE
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19STE25 SOIL STRUCTURE INTERACTION
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
o Soil Foundation interface behaviour is explained to fit correct constitutive soil models for different kinds
of soil supporting various types of foundations. This course is useful to the student for the analysis and
design of all types of foundations including pile rafts and lateral piles on soils of different character.
COURSE OUTCOMES

 CO1:Understand soil- Interface behavior and shall be able to fit correct model for such behavior to
predict the future performance of the structure.
 CO2:Analyse the behavior of beams on soil of different stiffness using suitable model.
 CO3:Analyse the behavior of different plates in soil of various elastic conditions.
 CO4:Analyse the single and group of piles to understand the load distribution pattern and amount of
settlement especially in pile raft system.
 CO5:Analyse the laterally loaded piles for its deflection based on subgrade reaction and understand the
interaction of soil with pile raft system.
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 SOIL-FOUNDATION INTERACTION 9

Introduction to soil-foundation interaction problems – Soil behaviour, Foundation behaviour,
Interface behaviour, Scope of soil foundation interaction analysis, Soil response models, Winkler,
Elastic continuum, two parameter elastic models, Elastic plastic behaviour, Time dependent
behaviour.
UNIT 2 BEAM ON ELASTIC FOUNDATION- SOIL MODELS 9

Infinite beam, two parameters, Isotropic elastic half-space, Analysis of beams of finite length,
Classification of finite beams in relation to their stiffness.
UNIT 3 PLATE ON ELASTIC MEDIUM 9

Infinite plate, Winkler, Two parameters, Isotropic elastic medium, Thin and thick plates, Analysis
of finite plates, rectangular and circular plates, Numerical analysis of finite plates, Simple
solutions.
UNIT 4 ELASTIC ANALYSIS OF PILE 9

Elastic analysis of single pile, Theoretical solutions for settlement and load distributions, Analysis
of pile group, Interaction analysis, Load distribution in groups with rigid cap.
UNIT 5 LATERALLY LOADED PILE 9

Load deflection prediction for laterally loaded piles, Sub grade reaction and elastic analysis,
Interaction analysis, Pile raft system, Solutions through influence charts.
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Total Hours 45
REFERENCES
1. Analytical and Computer Methods in Foundation, Bowels J.E.,McGraw Hill Book Co., NewYork, 1974
2. Numerical Methods in Geotechnical Engineering, Desai C.S. and Christian J.T., McGraw HillBook Co.,
New York
3. Soil Structure Interaction - The real behaviour of structures, Institution of Structural Engineers
4. Elastic Analysis of Soil Foundation Interaction, Developments in Geotechnical Engg. Vol-17,Elsevier
Scientific Publishing Company
5. Elastic Analysis of Soil-Foundation Interaction, Selvadurai A.P.S., Elsevier ScientificPublishing
Company
6. Analysis & Design of substructures, Swami Saran, Oxford & IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd.
7. Design of Foundation System- Principles & Practices, Kurian N. P., Narosa Publishing
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19STE26 DESIGN OF INDUSTRIAL STRUCTURES
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
o The planning, functional requirements and design procedure of different industrial structures like power
plant structures, transmission lines etc are explained to the students.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: Acquire and apply knowledge about the Laws and regulation in Factories and various Industries.
Plan the arrangements of structural components of an Industrial building according to the lighting,
ventilation and safety.
 CO2: Design the industrial building components.
 CO3: Perform the design of power plant structures.
 CO4: Acquire knowledge about the design of transmission line structures
 CO5: Design the industrial RCC shell and folded plate roofs
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 PLANNING AND FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS 9

Classification of Industries and Industrial structures – planning for Layout Requirements regarding
Lighting, Ventilation and Fire Safety – Protection against noise and vibration – Guidelines from
Factories Act.
UNIT 2 COMPONENTS OF INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS 9

Introduction to Industrial Bents - Design of Gantry Girders – Introduction, loads acting on gantry
girder, permissible stress, types of gantry girders and crane rails, crane data, maximum moments
and shears, construction details, design procedure. Design of Corbels and Nibs – Machine
Foundations.
UNIT 3 POWER PLANT STRUCTURES 9

Design of Bunkers and Silos – Chimney and Cooling Towers –Nuclear containment structures.
UNIT 4 POWER TRANSMISSION STRUCTURES 9

Cables – Transmission Line Towers – Substation structures – Tower foundations – Testing
towers.
UNIT 5 INDUSTRIAL RCC ROOFS 9

Shells – various types – Design of cylindrical and north light shell roofs. Folded plate roofs –
design of north light folded plate roofs
Total Hours 45
REFERENCES
1. Procs. of advanced course on Industrial Structures, Structural Engineering Research Centre.
2. P.Srinivasulu and C.V. Vaidyanathan, Handbook of Machine Foundations, Tata McGraw-Hill.
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3. S.N. Manohar, Tall Chimneys – Design and Construction, Tata McGraw-Hill.
4. A.R. Santhakumar and S.S. Murthy, Transmision Line Structures, Tata McGraw- Hill.
5. P.Dayaratnam, ―Design of Steel Structures‖, Wheeler Publishing.
6. K.Rajagopalan ― Storage Structures‖, Oxford IBH Publishing Company Ltd.
7. Krishna Raju, N, ―Advanced Reinforced Concrete Design‖, CBS Publishers and Distributers.
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19STE27 ADVANCED DESIGN OF FOUNDATIONS
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
The objective of this course is to enable the student to identify feasible foundation solutions for
different types of soil conditions and to build the necessary theoretical background for design and
construction of foundations systems.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: Analyse the suitability of soil strata for different projects.
 CO2: Design shallow foundations using the bearing capacity of soil.
 CO3: Analyze and design the pile foundation.
 CO4: Analyze and design the well foundation.
 CO5: Analysis and design of coffer dams.
COURSE CONTENTS
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UNIT 1 PLANNING OF SOIL EXPLORATION
Soil exploration for Different Projects, Methods of Subsurface Exploration, Methods of Borings
along with Various Penetration Tests.
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UNIT 2 SHALLOW FOUNDATIONS
Requirements for Satisfactory Performance of Foundations, Methods of Estimating Bearing
Capacity, Settlements of Footings and Rafts, Proportioning of Foundations using Field Test Data,
Pressure - Settlement Characteristics from Constitutive Laws.
UNIT 3 PILE FOUNDATIONS 9
Methods of Estimating Load Transfer of Piles, Settlements of Pile Foundations, Pile Group
Capacity and Settlement, Laterally Loaded Piles, Pile Load Tests, Analytical Estimation of Load-
Settlement Behavior of Piles, Proportioning of Pile Foundations, Lateral and Uplift Capacity of
Piles.
UNIT 4 WELL FOUNDATIONS 9
Types of wells or caissons-components-shapes of wells-forces acting-construction-design of

drilled caissons-IS and IRC Code Provisions, Elastic Theory and Ultimate Resistance Methods.
UNIT 5 TUNNELS AND ARCHING IN SOILS 9
Types of wells or caissons-components-shapes of wells-forces acting-construction-design of
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drilled caissons-IS and IRC Code Provisions, Elastic Theory and Ultimate Resistance Methods.
Total Hours 45
REFERNCES
1.Design of foundation system, N.P. Kurian, Narosa Publishing House.
2. Foundation Analysis and Design, J. E. Bowles, Tata McGraw Hill New York.
3. Analysis and Design of Substructures, Sawmi Saran, Oxford and IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd, New
Delhi.
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19STE28 EXPERIMENTAL METHODS AND MODEL ANALYSIS
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
At the end of the course student will be able to understand the principles of measurements, to analyze
the strain gauge data both in static and dynamic responses of structures as well as to carry out the model
studies.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: Understand the various types of strain gauges and their measurement methods.
 CO2: Identify the strain gauge circuits and suitability of it in the transducer applications.
 CO3: Analyze the strain rosette measurements and equip digital equipment in measurements.
 CO4: Apply the principles of Optics in stress calculations and their directions from their original forms
 CO5: Analyze the structural models.
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 STRAIN MEASUREMENT 9

Choice of Experimental stress analysis methods, Basic Concept in Measurements, Errors in
measurements ,Methods of measurement, Measurement of displacement, strain, pressure, force,
torque etc, Strain gauge - Characteristics of a strain gauge, Type of strain gauges -Mechanical,
Electrical, Acoustical etc.,
UNIT 2 ELECTRICAL STRAIN GAUGES 9
Electrical resistance strain gauges - Types – Strain gauge circuits – The potentiometer and
Wheatstone bridge – materials for gauges, Use of lead wires system. Use of electrical resistance
strain gauges in transducer applications.
UNIT 3 STRAIN ROSETTE AND DYNAMIC TESTING 9
Indicating and recording devices - Static and dynamic data recording- Cathode Ray Oscilloscope,
XY plotter, Data (Digital and Analogue) acquisition and processing systems. Strain analysis
methods – Rosette analysis, Static and dynamic testing techniques.
UNIT 4 NON DESTRUCTIVE TESTING 9
Photoelasticity–optics of photoelasticity, Polariscope – Basic elements of a polarisope-Types-

Effects of a stressed model in a plane and circular polariscope- Isoclinics and their properties-
Isochromatics - Methods of stress separation. Non destructive testing techniques- Load testing
on structures, buildings, bridges and towers – Rebound Hammer – Acoustic emission –
ultrasonic testing principles and application, Advanced NDT methods Ultrasonic pulse echo,
Impact echo, impulse radar techniques, GECOR , Ground penetrating radar (GPR).
UNIT 5 MODELS - TESTING 9
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Model Laws – Laws of similitude – Model materials – Necessity for Model analysis – Advantages
– Applications – Types of similitude – Scale effect in models – Indirect model study – Direct
model study - Limitations of models – investigations – structural problems –Usage of influence
lines in model studies, Model testing – Testing of large scale structures –Holographic techniques.
Total Hours 45
REFERNCES
1. Dally J W and Riley W.F, Experimental stress Analysis, McGraw-Hill, Inc. New
York, 1991.
2. Srinath L S et al, Experimental Stress Analysis, Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing
Co., Ltd., New Delhi, 1984.
3. Rangan C S et al., Instrumentation – Devices and Systems, Tata McGraw-Hill
Publishing Co., Ltd., New Delhi, 1983.
4. Sadhu Singh, Experimental Stress Analysis, Khanna Publishers, New Delhi, 2006.
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19STE29 DESIGN OF BRIDGES
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
The planning, load distribution theories, design principles of bridges are explained.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: Describe various classifications of bridges and explain specifications and codal provisions pertain
to the design of bridges
 CO2: Analyse and design of short span bridges
 CO3: Analyse and design of long span girder bridges
 CO4: Perform analysis and design of prestressed concrete bridges
 CO5: Perform analysis and design of plate girder bridges
COURSE CONTENTS
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UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
Classification, investigations, site selection and planning, choice of type, I.R.C. specifications
for road bridges, standard live loads, other forces acting on bridges, general design
considerations.
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UNIT 2 SHORT SPAN BRIDGES
Load distribution theories, analysis and design of slab culverts, tee beam and slab
bridges.
UNIT 3 LONG SPAN GIRDER BRIDGES 9

Design principles of continuous bridges, bow string girder bridges, balanced cantilever bridges.
(Principles only)
UNIT 4 DESIGN OF PRESTRESSED CONCRETE BRIDGES 9
Flexural and torsional parameters – Courbon‘s theory – Distribution co-efficient by exact

analysis – Design of girder section – maximum and minimum prestressing forces – Eccentricity
– Live load and dead load shear forces – Cable Zone in girder – check for stresses at various
sections – check for diagonal tension – Diaphragms – End block – short term and long term
deflections. Design of Post tensioned concrete bridge only.
UNIT 5 STEEL BRIDGES 9
General – Railway loadings – dynamic effect – Railway culvert with steel beams – Plate
girder bridges –Design of welded plate girder bridges for railway loading –wind effects –
main section, splicing curtailment, stiffeners – Different types of bearings– Design of bearings
– Design of masonry and concrete piers and abutments – Types and principles of bridge
foundation design.
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Total Hours 45
REFERNCES
1. Editions, 1992. K.S Rakshit ― Design and Construction of Higyway Dridges‖ New Central Book
Agency, Calcutta.
2. Raina V.K. ―Concrete Bridge Practice‖, Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing Company, New Delhi, 1991.
3. Krishnaraju, N., ―Design of Bridges‖, Oxford and IBH Publishing Co., Bombay, Calcutta, New
Delhi, 1988
4. Ponnuswamy, S., ―Bridge Engineering‖, Tata McGraw-Hill, 1989.
5. Johnson Victor, D. ―Essentials of Bridge Engineering‖, Oxford and IBH Publishing Co. New Delhi,
2007
6. Taylor, F.W., Thomson, S.E., and Smulski E., ―Reinforced Concrete Bridges‖, John Wiley and
Sons, New York, 1955.
7. Edwin H.Gaylord Jr., Charles N.Gaylord, James, E., Stallmeyer ―Design of Steel Structures‖
McGraw-Hill International.
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19STL21 NUMERICAL ANALYSIS LAB
L T P C
0 0 2 2
COURSE OBJECTIVE
o The aim of this course is to explain numerical analysis techniques
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: Find Roots of non-linear equations by Bisection method and Newton‘s method
 CO2: Do curve fitting by least square approximations
 CO3: Solve the system of Linear Equations using Gauss - Elimination/ Gauss - Seidal Iteration/ Gauss –
Jorden Method
 CO4: To Integrate Numerically Using Trapezoidal and Simpson‘s Rules
 CO5: To Find Numerical Solution of Ordinary Differential Equations by Euler‘s Method, Runge-Kutta
Method.
COURSE CONTENTS
1. Find the Roots of Non-Linear Equation Using Bisection Method.

2. Find the Roots of Non-Linear Equation Using Newton‘s Method.
3. Curve Fitting by Least Square Approximations.
4. Solve the System of Linear Equations Using Gauss – Elimination Method.
5. Solve the System of Linear Equations Using Gauss - Seidal Iteration Method.
6. Solve the System of Linear Equations Using Gauss – Jorden Method.
7. Integrate numerically using Trapezoidal Rule.
8. Integrate numerically using Simpson‘s Rules.
9. Numerical Solution of Ordinary Differential Equations By Euler‘s Method.
10. Numerical Solution of Ordinary Differential Equations By Runge- Kutta Method.
Total Hours 30
REFERNCES
1. Steven O'Hara, Carisa H Ramming, Numerical Structural Analysis (Sustainable Structural Systems
Collection), Momentum Press.
2. N.Krishnaraju& K.U. Muthu, Numerical Methods for Engineering problems, Macmillan India Ltd., New
Delhi.
3. Mahinder Kumar Jain, Numerical Methods: For Scientific and Engineering Computation, New Age
International Publishers
4. Joe G. Eisley, Antony M. Waas, (2011), Analysis of Structures: An Introduction Including Numerical
Methods, Wiley.
5. Rajesh Srivastava, SaumyenGuha, (2010), Numerical Methods: For Engineering and Science, OUP India.
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19STE31 DESIGN OF PRESTRESSED CONCRETE STRUCTURES
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
o To learn the principles, materials, methods and systems of prestressing.
o To learn the analysis and design of prestressed members subject to axial loads, flexure and torsion.
o To learn the analysis and design of statically indeterminate and special prestressed structures.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1:Find out losses in the prestressed concrete. Understand the basic aspects of prestressed concrete
fundamentals, including pre and post-tensioning processes.
 CO2:Analyse and calculate capacity of prestressed sections subjected to axial load, shear, flexure and
torsion at various stages of prestressing and Design of end blocks for prestressed members
 CO3:Design a prestressed concrete members subjected axial loads, flexure and torsion and design of
continuous beams.
 CO4:Design composite members and partial prestressing.
 CO5:Design of prestressed concrete pipes and columns.
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION TO PRESTRESSED CONCRETE 9

Types of prestressing, systems and devices, materials ,losses in prestress. Analysis of PSC flexural
members: basic concepts, stresses at transfer and service loads, ultimate strength in flexure, code
provisions.
STATICALLY DETERMINATE PSC BEAMSAND TRANSMISSION OF

UNIT 2 9
PRESTRESS
Design for ultimate and serviceability limit states for flexure, analysis and design for shear and
torsion, code provisions. Transmission of prestress in pretensioned members; Anchorage zone
stresses for posttensioned members.
UNIT 3 STATICALLY INDETERMINATE STRUCTURES 9

Analysis and design - continuous beams and frames, choice of cable profile, linear transformation
and concordancy.
UNIT 4 COMPOSITE CONSTRUCTION 9

Composite construction with precast PSC beams and cast in-situ RC slab - Analysis and design,
creep and shrinkage effects. Partial prestressing - principles, analysis and design concepts, crack
width calculations.
UNIT 5 SPECIAL STRUCTURES 9

Concept of circular prestressing – Design of prestressed concrete pipes and cylindrical water
tanks. columns with moments.
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Total Hours 45
REFERNCES
1. Design of Prestressed Concrete Structures, Lin T.Y., Asia Publishing House, 1955
2. Prestressed Concrete, Krishnaraju N., Tata McGraw Hill, New Delhi, 1981
3. Limited State Design of PrestressedConcrete,GuyanY., Applied Science Publishers, 1972
4. Prestressed Concrete, N.Rajagobalan, Norosa Publishing House (2002)
5. Fundamentals of Prestressed Concrete‖, N.C.Sinha&S.K.Roy, S.Chand& Co, New Delhi (1985)
6. IS: 1343- Code of Practice for Prestressed Concrete.
7. IRC: 112
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19STE32 CORROSION ENGINEERING
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
 At the end of this course student will be able to understand the principles of corrosion, forms of
corrosion and its prevention in Engineering Industries.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: Gain knowledge about the various forms of corrosion.
 CO2: Apply the corrosion testing methods to calculate corrosion rates.
 CO3: Understand corrosion prevention methods.
 CO4: Apply corrosion prevention techniques in various Environments and Industries.
 CO5: Apply corrosion prevention techniques in Petroleum, Air Craft and Micro Electronics Industries
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 CORROSION 9
Definition-Classification – Principle- Corrosion rate expressions, Electrochemical corrosion of
metals- Galvanic corrosion – EMF and galvanic corrosion, Environmental effects, Distance effect,
Area effect, Prevention, beneficial applications, Crevice Corrosion- mechanism, combating crevice
corrosion, Filiform corrosion, Pitting- Mechanism, Prevention, Inter granular corrosion-
Mechanism, Prevention, Selective leaching- Dezincification-Characteristics, Mechanism,
Prevention, Graphitization, Erosion corrosion-Mechanism, Prevention, Stress corrosion –
Mechanism, Classification, methods of prevention, Hydrogen damage- Characteristics, mechanism
and prevention.
UNIT 2 CORROSION TESTING 9
Importance, classification , materials and specimens, surface preparation, measuring and weighing,
exposure techniques, duration, planned interval tests, Aeration, Cleaning specimens after exposure,
Standard expression for corrosion rate, testing methods for Galvanic corrosion, pitting , Inter
granular corrosion – Huey test and Streicher test for stainless steel , Warren test, stress corrosion,
NACE test methods, Linear polarization, AC impedance methods.
UNIT 3 CORROSION PREVENTION 9
Materials selection – metals and alloys – metal purification, Non metallics, alteration of
environment- changing medium , inhibitors, design- wall thickness , design rules, cathiodic and
anodic protection, coatings –metallic and other inorganic coatings, organic coating, Corrosion
control standards.
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UNIT 4 CORROSION IN SELECTED ENVIRONMENTS 9
Corrosion in Atmosphere, Corrosion in Water (Sea water, Fresh water, High purity water), soils,
Aerospace, Corrosion of Automobiles, Corrosion of rebar in Concrete, Microbiologically Induced
Corrosion, Corrosion in the Human body.
UNIT 5 CORROSION IN INDUSTRIES 9
Corrosion in Petroleum Industry – corrosion prevention methods at Production stage- condensate

wells, sweet oil wells, sour oil wells, off shore drilling, corrosion prevention methods at
Transportation, storage and Refinery operations. Corrosion in Aircraft Industry- prevention
methods, Corrosion in Microelectronics Industry - prevention methods.
Total Hours 45
REFERENCES
1. Jones, D.A. Principles and Prevention of Corrosion, 2nd Edition, Macmillan Publishing Co.,
1995.
2. Balasubramanian, M.R., Krishnamoorthy, S. and Murugesan, V., Engineering Chemistry,
Allied Publisher Limited., Chennai, 1993.
3. Sadasivam, V. Modern Engineering Chemistry - A Simplified Approach, Kamakya
Publications, Chennai, 1999.
4. Kuriakose, J.C. and Rajaram J. Chemistry in Engineering and Technology, Vol. I and II, Tata
McGraw-Hill Publications Co. Ltd., New Delhi, 1996.
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19STE33 PREFABRICATED STRUCTURES
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
 To impart knowledge about the prefabricated elements and the technologies used in fabrication and
erection.
 To explain design principles of floors, stairs, roofs, walls and industrial buildings and various joints for
the connections.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: Acquire basic knowledge about prefabrication progress.
 CO2: Acquire basic knowledge about prefabrication components and connection details.
 CO3: Design principles of prefabrication components.
 CO4: Acquire knowledge of wall panels.
 CO5: Acquire basic knowledge about Industrial Buildings and Shell Roofs.
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 DESIGN PRINCIPLES 9
General Civil Engineering requirements, specific requirements for planning and layout of
prefabrication plant. IS Code specifications. Modular co-ordination, standardization, Disuniting of
Prefabricates, production, transportation, erection, stages of loading and code provisions, safety
factors, material properties, Deflection control, Lateral load resistance, Location and types of shear
walls.
UNIT 2 REINFORCED CONCRETE 9
Prefabricated structures - Long wall and cross-wall large panel buildings, one way and two way
prefabricated slabs, Framed buildings with partial and curtain walls, -Connections – Beam to
column and column to column.
UNIT 3 FLOORS, STAIRS AND ROOFS 9
Types of floor slabs, analysis and design example of cored and panel types and two-way systems,
staircase slab design, types of roof slabs and insulation requirements, Description of joints, their
behaviour and reinforcement requirements, Deflection control for short term and long term loads,
Ultimate strength calculations in shear and flexure.
UNIT 4 WALLS 9
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Types of wall panels, Blocks and large panels, Curtain, Partition and load bearing walls, load
transfer from floor to wall panels, vertical loads, Eccentricity and stability of wall panels, Design
Curves, types of wall joints, their behavior and design, Leak prevention, joint sealants, sandwich
wall panels, approximate design of shear walls.
UNIT 5 INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS AND SHELL ROOFS 9

Components of single-storey industrial sheds with crane gantry systems, R.C. Roof Trusses, Roof
Panels, corbels and columns, wind bracing design. Cylindrical, Folded plate and hyper-
prefabricated shells, Erection and jointing, joint design, hand book based design.
Total Hours 45
REFERNCES
1. Koncz.T., "Manual of Precast Concrete Construction", Vol.I II and III & IV Bauverlag, GMBH,
1971.
2. Laszlo Mokk, "Prefabricated Concrete for Industrial and Public Structures", Akademiai Kiado,
Budapest, 2007.
3. Lewicki.B, "Building with Large Prefabricates", Elsevier Publishing Company, Amsterdam/
London/New York, 1998.
4. ―Structural Design Manual, Precast Concrete Connection Details‖, Society for the
Studies in The Use Of Precast Concrete, Netherland Betor Verlag, 2009.
5. Warszawski, A., "Industrialization and Robotics" in Building - A managerial approach, Harper
and Row, 1990
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19STE34 DESIGN OF STEEL CONCRETE COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
o The aim of this course is to explain the interaction and shear transfer between steel and concrete in steel
concrete composite structures and to elaborate the design procedures and codal provisions for Steel
concrete composite structures.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: Understand the theory, limit states of composite structures and shear transfer between
steel and concrete. They will be able to design the shear connectors between steel and concrete.
 CO2: Design composite beams, slabs.
 CO3: Design axially and biaxially loaded columns
 CO4: Design steel concrete composite trusses
 CO5: Understand the behaviour of Steel concrete composite box girders and their design
concepts. They will be able to consider the effects of temperature, creep and shrinkage in
composite state.
COURSE CONTENTS
Introduction to steel - Concrete composite construction - limit states of composite sections - shear
connectors – types of shear connectors – degree of shear connection – partial and complete shear
connections – strength of shear connectors
UNIT 2 DESIGN OF COMPOSITE BEAMS AND SLABS 9

Analysis and design of composite beams without profile sheet. Design of composite beam –
propped condition – un-propped condition – deflection of composite beams – beam with profile
sheeted deck slab – Design of partial shear connection- Composite slabs – profiled sheeting –
sheeting parallel to span – sheeting perpendicular to span
UNIT 3 DESIGN OF COLUMNS 9

Types of Composite columns – design of encased columns – design of in-filled columns – axial,
uniaxial and bi-axially loaded columns.
UNIT 4 DESIGN OF COMPOSITE TRUSSES 9

Design of composite trusses -Case studies on steel - Concrete composite construction in buildings -
Seismic behaviour of composite structures.
UNIT 5 MISCELLANEOUS 9
Introduction - Behaviour of box girder bridges - Design Principles Only. Temperature – shrinkage
and creep – Vibration of composite beams – Case studies.
Total Hours 45
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REFERNCES
1. Johnson R.P., Composite Structures of Steel and Concrete, Second Edition, Blackwell Scientific
Publications.
2. Owens, G.W. and Knowels. P. Steel Designers manual, Fifth edition, SteelConcrete Institute (UK),
Oxford Blackwell Scientific Publications.
3. IS 11384-1985 Code of Practice for Composite Construction in Structural Steel and Concrete.
4. ENV 1994-1-1; EC4; Design of Composite Steel and Concrete Structures.
5. Lawson.R.M, Design of Composite Slab and Beam with Steel Decking, SCI Publications.
6. Lecture notes of Workshop on Steel Concrete Composite Structures organized by Building Technology
center, Anna University, Chennai
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19STE35 FRACTURE MECHANICS OF CONCRETE STRUCTURES
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
The objective of this course is to explain the fracture mechanics principles of concrete structures to the
students.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: Identify and classify cracking of concrete structures based on fracture mechanics.
 CO2: Implement stress intensity factor for notched members
 CO3: Apply fracture mechanics models to high strength concrete and FRC structures.
 CO4: Compute J-integral for various sections understanding the concepts of LEFM.
 CO5: Understand the concept of material model and numerical model.
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 FRACTURE MECHANISM 9

Introduction: Basic Fracture Mechanics, Crack in a Structure, Mechanisms of Fracture and Crack
Growth.
UNIT 2 FRACTURE CRACKING 9

Cleavage Fracture, Ductile Fracture, Fatigue Cracking, Environment assisted Cracking and Service
Failure Analysis.
UNIT 3 CRACK TIP OPENING AND STRESS INTENSITY 9

Stress at Crack Tip: Stress at Crack Tip, Linear Elastic Fracture Mechanics, Griffith‘s Criteria,
Stress Intensity Factors, Crack Tip Plastic Zone, Erwin‘s Plastic Zone Correction, R curves,
Compliance, J Integral, Concept of CTOD and CMD.
UNIT 4 MODELS FOR FRACTURE 9

Material Models: General Concepts, Crack Models, Band Models, Models based on Continuum
and Damage Mechanics.
UNIT 5 APPLICATIONS TO HIGH STRENGTH CONCRETE 9

Applications to High Strength Concrete, Fibre Reinforced Concrete, Crack Concepts and
Numerical Modeling.
Total Hours 45
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REFERNCES
1. Fracture Mechanics, Suri C. T. and Jin Z.H., 1st Edition, Elsevier Academic Press, 2012.
2. Elementary Engineering Fracture Mechanics, BroekDavid, 3rd Rev. Ed. Springer, 1982.
3. Fracture Mechanics of Concrete Structures – Theory and Applications, Elfgreen L., RILEM Report,
Chapman and Hall, 1989.
4. Fracture Mechanics – Applications to Concrete, Victor, Li C., Bazant Z. P., ACI SP 118, ACI Detroit,
1989.
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19STE36 ASEISMIC DESIGN OF STRUCTURES
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
 The objective of this course is enable students to design Earthquake Resistant Structures
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: describe the elements of Engineering Seismology and Earthquake Characteristics .
 CO2: explain the behaviour of lateral resisting elements under cyclic loading .
 CO3: design earthquake building structures.
 CO4: design for the strengthening of existing buildings.
 CO5: explain the modern earthquake concepts.
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 SEISMOLOGY - EARTHQUAKE CHARECTERISTICS 9

Elements of Engineering Seismology - Elements of Engineering Seismology - Elastic Rebound
theory Plate tectonics theory -Seismic waves - Earthquake size-Intensity - Isoseismal map –
Magnitude - Energy released in an Earthquake – Seismo tectonics of India - Seismic zone mapping
of India - Strong motion characteristics and studies in India – History - Seismic susceptibility of
Indian sub-continent.
UNIT 2 EARTHQUAKE AND VIBRATION EFFECTS IN STRUCTURE 9

Performance of structures under past earthquakes, lessons learnt from past earthquakes -
Identification of Seismic damages in RC buildings – vertical irregularities – torsion irregularities –
Diaphragm discontinuity – Static and Dynamic equilibrium – Seismic methods of analysis –
Seismic design methods – Seismo resistant building architecture – Lateral load resisting systems –
Building characteristics – Quality of construction and materials.
UNIT 3 EARTHQUAKE RESISTANT DESIGN 9

Concept of Earthquake resistant design – Provisions of seismic IS 1893 (Part I):2002 – Response
spectrum – Design spectrum – Structural configuration– Code based procedure for determination
of design lateral loads.
UNIT 4 EARTHQUAKE RESISTANT DESIGN OF RC BUILDINGS 9
Ductility considerations – Impact of ductility – Requirements of ductility – Assessment of

Ductility – factors affecting ductility – sources of weakness in RC frame building – Design and
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ductile detailing considerations of RC structural element, Frames and shear wall as per IS
13920:1993 .
UNIT 5 MODERN DESIGN ASPECTS 9
Damage assessment techniques- Retrofitting techniques – materials – Retrofitting strategies for RC

and masonry buildings – Base Isolation techniques – Active and passive control devices .
Total Hours 45
REFERENCES
1. Pankaj Agarwal, Manish Shrikande, ―Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures‖, Prentice Hall of
India Pvt. Ltd, New Delhi.
2. Anil K Chopra, ―Dynamics of structures – Theory and applications to Earthquake Engineering‖,
Prentice Hall Inc., 2001.
3. Paulay, T. and Priestly, M.N.J., ―Aseismic Design of Reinforced Concrete and Masonry building‖,
John wiley and sons, 1987.
4. Allen.R.T. and Edwards.S.C. ―Repair of Concrete Structures‖ Blackie Academic and Professional, an
imprint of Chapman hall, U.K. 1993 .
5. Short Course on ―Seismic Design of Reinforced Concrete Building‖, IIT Kanpur, December, 1995
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
CO1 2 1 3
Outcomes
CO2 2 1 3
Course
CO3 2 3 3
CO4 2 3 3
CO5 2 3 3
Course Coordinator : Dr.C.Subramanian, Asso. Prof
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19STE37 FORMWORK ENGINEERING
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
The objective of this course is to explain the types of formwork materials and formwork design principles
for structures to the students.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: Select proper formwork, accessories and material.
 CO2: Design the form work for Beams, Slabs, columns, Walls and Foundations.
 CO3: Design the form work for Special Structures.
 CO4: Understand the working of flying formwork.
 CO5: Judge the formwork failures through case studies.
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 MATERIALS FOR FORMWORK 9

Introduction , Requirements and Selection of Formwork , Formwork Materials- Timber, Plywood,
Steel, Aluminium , Plastic, and Accessories. Horizontal and Vertical Formwork Supports.
UNIT 2 FORMWORK DESIGN 9

Formwork Design: Concepts, Formwork Systems and Design for Foundations, Walls, Columns,
Slab and Beams.
UNIT 3 FORMWORK FOR SPECIAL STRUCTURES 9

Formwork Design for Special Structures: Shells, Domes, Folded Plates, Overhead Water Tanks,
Natural Draft Cooling Tower, Bridges.
UNIT 4 FLYING FORMWORK 9

Flying Formwork: Table Form, Tunnel Form, Slip Form, Formwork for Precast Concrete,
Formwork Management Issues –Pre- and Post-Award.
UNIT 5 FORMWORK FAILURES 9

Formwork Failures: Causes and Case studies in Formwork Failure, Formwork Issues in MultiStory
Building Construction.
Total Hours 45
REFERNCES
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1. Formwork for Concrete Structures, Peurify, Mc Graw Hill India, 2015.
2. Formwork for Concrete Structures, Kumar NeerajJha, Tata McGraw Hill Education, 2012.
3. IS 14687: 1999, False work for Concrete Structures - Guidelines, BIS.
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
CO1 1 3 3
Outcomes
CO2 3 3
Course
CO3 3 3
CO4 3 3
CO5 3 3
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19STE38 MAINTENANCE AND REHAB ILITATION OF STRUCTURES
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
o To give exposure on repair materials, repair techniques and to create awareness on importance of
maintenance and rehabilitation of structures.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1:Describe the factors affecting serviceability and durability of concrete and discuss about corrosion
and can list the remedial measures to corrosion.
 CO2:Propose a maintenance scheme for any type of building.
 CO3:List the new repair materials and propose them according to the defects in the structure.
 CO4:Identify the repair techniques and can suggest the techniques at appropriate locations.
 CO5:Execute repair works and techniques during maintenance of a building.
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 INFLUENCE ON SERVICEBILITY AND DURABILITY 9

Quality assurance for concrete construction as built concrete properties strength, permeability,
thermal properties and cracking. Effects due to climate, temperature, chemicals, wear and erosion,
Design and construction errors, corrosion mechanism, Effects of cover thickness and cracking,
methods of corrosion protection, corrosion inhibitors, corrosion resistant steels, coatings, cathodic
protection.
UNIT 2 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR STRATEGIES 9

Definitions: Maintenance, repair and rehabilitation, Importance of Maintenance, Preventive
measures on various aspects, Inspection, Assessment procedure for evaluating a damaged structure
causes of deterioration - testing techniques
UNIT 3 MATERIALS FOR REPAIR 9

Special concretes and mortar, concrete chemicals, Expansive cement, polymer concrete, sulphur
infiltrated concrete, ferro cement, Fiber reinforced concrete.
UNIT 4 TECHNIQUES FOR REPAIR 9

Rust eliminators and polymers coating for rebars during repair, mortar and dry pack, vacuum
concrete, Gunite and Shotcrete, Epoxy injection, Mortar repair for cracks, shoring and
underpinning.
UNIT 5 EXAMPLES OF REPAIR TO STRUCTURES 9

Repairs to overcome low member strength, Deflection, Cracking, Chemical disruption, weathering
wear, fire, leakage, marine exposure. Engineered demolition techniques for Dilapidated structures -
case studies.
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Total Hours 45
REFERENCES
1. Denison Campbell, Allen and Harold Roper, ―Concrete Structures‖, Materials, Maintenance and Repair,
Longman Scientific and Technical UK, 1991
2. R.T.Allen and S.C.Edwards, ―Repair of Concrete Structures‖, Blakie and Sons UK, 1987
3. M.S.Shetty, ―Concrete Technology - Theory and Practice‖, S.Chand and Company, New Delhi, 1992
4. Santhakumar, A.R., ―Training Course notes on Damage Assessment and repair in Low Cost
Housing‖,―RHDC-NBO‖, Anna University, July, 1992.
5. Raikar, R.N., ―Learning from failures - Deficiencies in Design‖, Construction and Service - R & DCentre
(SDCPL), RaikarBhavan, Bombay, 1987.
6. N.Palaniappan, ―Estate Management, Anna Institute of Management‖, Chennai, 1992.
7. Lakshmipathy, Metal Lecture notes of Workshop on ―Repairs and Rehabilitation of Structures‖, 29 -30th
October 1999.
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
CO1 2 2
Outcomes
CO2 2 2
Course
CO3 2 3
CO4 2 2
CO5 2 2
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19STP31 BUSINESS ANALYTICS
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
To understand the role of business analytics within an organization and analyze and solve
problems from different industries such as manufacturing, service, retail, software, banking
and finance, sports, pharmaceutical, aerospace etc.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On completion of this course, Students will be able to
CO1: Demonstrate knowledge of data analytics.
CO2: Demonstrate the ability of think critically in making decisions based on data
and deep analytics.
CO3: Demonstrate the ability to use technical skills in predicative and prescriptive
modelling to support business decision-making.
(09)
UNIT I BUSINESS ANALYTICS AND PROCESS
Business analytics: Overview of Business analytics, Scope of Business analytics, Business
Analytics Process, Relationship of Business Analytics Process and organization, competitive
advantages of Business Analytics. Statistical Tools: Statistical Notation, Descriptive Statistical
methods, Review of probability distribution and data modelling, sampling and estimation
methods overview.
UNIT II REGRESSION ANALYSIS (09)

Trendiness and Regression Analysis: Modelling Relationships and Trends in Data, simple
Linear Regression. Important Resources, Business Analytics Personnel, Data and models for
Business analytics, problem solving, Visualizing and Exploring Data, Business Analytics
Technology.
UNIT III STRUCTURE OF BUSINESS ANALYTICS (09)

Organization Structures of Business analytics, Team management, Management Issues,
Designing Information Policy, Outsourcing, Ensuring Data Quality, Measuring contribution of
Business analytics, Managing Changes. Descriptive Analytics, predictive analytics, predicative
Modelling, Predictive analytics analysis, Data Mining, Data Mining Methodologies,
Prescriptive analytics and its step in the business analytics Process, Prescriptive Modelling,
nonlinear Optimization.
UNIT IV FORECASTING TECHNIQUES (09)

Forecasting Techniques: Qualitative and Judgmental Forecasting, Statistical Forecasting
Models, Forecasting Models for Stationary Time Series, Forecasting Models for Time Series
with a Linear Trend, Forecasting Time Series with Seasonality, Regression Forecasting with
Casual Variables, Selecting Appropriate Forecasting Models. Monte Carlo Simulation and
Risk Analysis: Monte Carle Simulation Using Analytic Solver Platform, New-Product
Development Model, Newsvendor Model, Overbooking Model, Cash Budget Model.
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UNIT V DECISION ANALYSIS AND RECENT TRENDS (09)
IN BUSINESS ANALYTICS
Decision Analysis: Formulating Decision Problems, Decision Strategies with and without
Outcome Probabilities, Decision Trees, Value of Information, Utility and Decision Making.
Recent Trends: Embedded and collaborative business intelligence, Visual data recovery, Data
Storytelling and Data journalism.
Total: 45
REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Marc J. Schniederjans, Dara G.Schniederjans, Christopher M. Starkey―Business
analytics Principles, Concepts, and Applications‖, Pearson FT Press.
2. PurbaHalady Rao,2013―Business Analytics: An application focus‖, PHI Learning
Pvt. Ltd.
3. R.N.Prasad,Seema Acharya,2011―Fundamentals of Business Analytics‖, Pearsons‘
Education.4.James Evans ―Business Analytics‖, Persons Education.
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19STP32 INDUSTRIAL SAFETY
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
To recognize and evaluate industrial safety and health hazards in the workplace, and to
determine appropriate hazard controls following the hierarchy of controls.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: Apply the safety technique in Industry
CO2: Apply the maintenance engineering concepts to reduce Industrial Hazards
CO3: Identify the possible faults in Mechanical systems and prevent the same.
(09)
UNIT I INDUSTRIAL SAFETY
Accident, causes, types, results and control, mechanical and electrical hazards, types, causes and
preventive steps/procedure, describe salient points of factories act 1948 for health and safety,
wash rooms, drinking water layouts, light, cleanliness, fire, guarding, pressure vessels, etc,
Safety color codes. Fire prevention and firefighting, equipment and methods.
UNIT II FUNDAMENTALS OF MAINTENANCE ENGINEERING (09)

Definition and aim of maintenance engineering, Primary and secondary functions and
responsibility of maintenance department, Types of maintenance, Types and applications of tools
used for maintenance, Maintenance cost & its relation with replacement economy, Service life of
equipment.
UNIT III WEAR AND CORROSION AND THEIR PREVENTION (09)

Wear- types, causes, effects, wear reduction methods, lubricants-types and applications,
Lubrication methods, general sketch, working and applications, i. Screw down grease cup, ii.
Pressure grease gun, iii. Splash lubrication, iv. Gravity lubrication, v. Wick feed lubrication vi.
Side feed lubrication, vii. Ring lubrication, Definition, principle and factors affecting the
corrosion. Types of corrosion, corrosion prevention methods.
UNIT IV FAULT TRACING (09)

Fault tracing-concept and importance, decision tree concept, need and applications, sequence of
fault finding activities, show as decision tree, draw decision tree for problems in machine tools,
hydraulic, pneumatic, automotive, thermal and electrical equipment‘s like, I. Any one machine
tool, ii. Pump iii. Air compressor, iv. Internal combustion engine, v. Boiler, vi. Electrical motors,
Types of faults in machine tools and their general causes.
UNIT V PERIODIC AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE (09)

Periodic inspection-concept and need, degreasing, cleaning and repairing schemes, overhauling
of mechanical components, overhauling of electrical motor, common troubles and remedies of
electric motor, repair complexities and its use, definition, need, steps and advantages of
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preventive maintenance. Steps/procedure for periodic and preventive maintenance of: i. Machine
tools, ii. Pumps, iii. Air compressors, iv. Diesel generating (DG) sets, Program and schedule of
preventive maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment, advantages of preventive
maintenance. Repair cycle concept and importance.
Total: 45
REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Higgins & Morrow, ―Maintenance Engineering Handbook‖, DA Information Services.
2. Maintenance Engineering, H. P. Garg, S. Chand and Company.
3. Pump-hydraulic Compressors, Audels, Mcgrew Hill Publication.
4. Foundation Engineering Handbook, Winterkorn, Hans, Chapman & Hall London.
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19STP33 OPERATIONS REAEARCH
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
To familiarize students with the basic concepts, models and statements of the operations research
theory.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: Apply basic theoretical principles in optimization and formulate the optimization
models.
CO2: Apply mathematical skills to analyse and solve integer programming, network
models for industrial applications.
CO3: Implement optimization techniques in engineering problems.
(09)
UNIT I INTRODUCTION
Optimization Techniques, Model Formulation, models, General L.R Formulation, Simplex
Techniques, Sensitivity Analysis, Inventory Control Models.
LINEAR PROGRAMMING PROBLEM
UNIT II (09)
Formulation of a LPP - Graphical solution revised simplex method - duality theory - dual
simplex method - sensitivity analysis - parametric programming.
NON LINEAR PROGRAMMING PROBLEM
UNIT III (09)
Nonlinear programming problem - Kuhn-Tucker conditions min cost flow problem - max flow
problem - CPM/PERT.
SEQUENCING AND INVENTORY MODEL
UNIT IV (09)
Scheduling and sequencing - single server and multiple server models - deterministic inventory
models - Probabilistic inventory control models - Geometric Programming.
GAME THEORY
UNIT V (09)
Competitive Models, Single and Multi-channel Problems, Sequencing Models, Dynamic
Programming, Flow in Networks, Elementary Graph Theory, Game Theory Simulation
Total: 45 Periods
REFERENCE BOOKS
1. H.A. Taha ―Operations Research, An Introduction‖, PHI, 2008
2. H.M. Wagner ―Principles of Operations Research‖, PHI, Delhi, 1982.

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3. J.C. Pant ―Introduction to Optimisation: Operations Research‖, Jain Brothers, Delhi, 2008
4. Hitler Libermann ―Operations Research‖, McGraw Hill Pub. 2009
5. Pannerselvam ―Operations Research‖, Prentice Hall of India 2010
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19STP34 COST MANAGEMENT OF ENGINEERING PROJECTS
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
This course presents the principles and techniques of managing engineering projects from the
initiation phase, through planning, execution, control and close out.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: Apply project selection methods to evaluate the feasibility of projects.
CO2: Identify the effects of cost and price on project.
CO3: Prepare project schedule, budget, resources, and quality policy
(09)
UNIT I INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW OF THE STRATEGIC COST
MANAGEMENT PROCESS
Cost concepts in decision-making; Relevant cost, Differential cost, Incremental cost and
Opportunity cost. Objectives of a Costing System; Inventory valuation; Creation of a Database
for operational control; Provision of data for Decision-Making.
UNIT II PROJECT AND COST CONTROL (09)

Meaning, Different types, why to manage, cost over uns centres, various stages of project
execution: conception to commissioning. Project execution as conglomeration of technical and
nontechnical activities. Detailed Engineering activities. Pre project execution main clearances
and documents Project team: Role of each member. Importance Project site: Data required with
significance. Project contracts. Types and contents. Project execution Project cost control. Bar
charts and Network diagram. Project commissioning: mechanical and process.
UNIT III COST BEHAVIOR (09)

Distinction between Marginal Costing and Absorption Costing; Break-even Analysis, Cost-
Volume-Profit Analysis. Various decision-making problems. Standard Costing and Variance
Analysis. Pricing strategies: Pareto Analysis. Target costing, Life Cycle Costing. Costing of
service sector.
UNIT IV PROFIT PLANNING AND MARGINAL COSTING (09)

Just-in-time approach, Material Requirement Planning, Enterprise Resource Planning, Total
Quality Management and Theory of constraints. Activity-Based Cost Management, Bench
Marking; Balanced Score Card and Value-Chain Analysis. Budgetary Control; Flexible Budgets;
Performance budgets; Zero-based budgets. Measurement of Divisional profitability pricing
decisions including transfer pricing.
UNIT V PROJECT COST AND ESTIMATION (09)
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Types and estimates, pricing process, salary and other overheads, man-hours, materials and
support costs. program evaluation and review techniques (PERT) and critical path method
(CPM), estimating activity time and total program time, total PERT/CPM planning crash times,
software‗s used in project management.
Total: 45
REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Project Management, Harold Kerzner, Wiley Publishing, 2013, 11th Edition
2. Cost Accounting A Managerial Emphasis, Charles T. Horngren and George Foster
Prentice Hall of India, New Delhi.
3. Charles T. Horngren and George Foster, Advanced Management Accounting.
4. Management & Cost Accounting, Robert S Kaplan Anthony A. Alkinson.
5. Ashish K. Bhattacharya, Principles & Practices of Cost Accounting A. H. Wheeler
publisher.
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19STP35 COMPOSITE MATERIALS
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
To acquire knowledge about various techniques involved in the manufacturing of Polymer,
Metal and Ceramic Matrix Composites and its testing methods.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: Demonstrate the manufacturing techniques of polymer matrix composites.
CO2: Explain the manufacturing techniques of metal and ceramic matrix composites.
CO3: Evaluate the mechanical properties composite materials.
(09)
UNIT I INTRODUCTION TO COMPOSITE MATERIALS
Modern materials in design -Definition of composites- Classification of composites - Polymer
matrix composite (PMC),Metal matrix composites(MMC),Ceramic matrix composites(CMC)-
Reinforcements: Particles, whiskers, fibers, metal filaments- ceramic fibers - natural fiber- fiber
fabrication -Characteristics of fiber - Need for composite development-Advantages and
drawbacks of composites over monolithic materials- applications of composites.
UNIT II POLYMER MATRIX COMPOSITE (09)

Chemistry and Classification of Polymers – Properties of Thermo plastics–Properties of
Thermosetting Plastics-Natural rubber -synthetic rubber- thermoplastic elastomers. High
performance polymers- rule of mixtures -Manufacturing methods- Manual(Hand) lay-up- Spray
technique - Pultrusion -Extrusion-Various Moulding Techniques–Casting– Thermo Forming-
Filament winding- film stacking, diaphragm forming, thermoplastic tape laying.
UNIT III METAL MATRIX COMPOSITE (09)

Characteristics of MMC, various types of metal matrix composites alloy vs. MMC, advantages
of MMC, limitations of MMC, Reinforcements – particles – fibres. Effect of reinforcement –
volume fraction – rule of mixtures. Processing of MMC – powder metallurgy process – diffusion
bonding – stir casting – squeeze casting, a spray process, Liquid infiltration In-situ reactions-
Interface-measurement of interface properties- machining of MMCs- applications of MMC in
aerospace, automotive industries.
UNIT IV CERAMIC MATRIX COMPOSITES (09)

Engineering ceramic materials – properties – advantages – limitations – monolithic ceramics –
need for CMC – ceramic matrix – various types of ceramic matrix composites– reinforcements –
particles- fibres- whiskers. - Processing of Ceramic Matrix composites- Solid state fabrication
techniques-liquid state fabrication methods -liquid infiltration- direct oxidation- Interfaces
properties- interfaces in situ chemical reaction techniques: chemical vapour deposition, chemical
vapour impregnation, sol-gel – interfaces in CMCs -applications of CMC in aerospace,
automotive industries.
UNIT V ADVANCES IN COMPOSITES AND TESTING (09)
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Carbon / carbon composites – Advantages of carbon matrix – limitations of carbon matrix
Carbon fibre – chemical vapour deposition of carbon on carbon fibre perform. Static Mechanical
properties- Tensile - Compressive- Flexural -In plane shear- inter-laminar shear strength-
Fatigue- Impact - creep - stress rupture- fracture behaviour and damage tolerance- methods of
improving damage tolerance - Environmental effects - Wear- corrosive - fracture - fatigue and
flexural behaviour of MMCs- testing methods and standards.
Total: 45
REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Sanjay K Mazumdar,‖Composites Manufacturing: Materials,Product, and Process
Engineering‖,CRCPress,NY,2002
2. Gibson, Ronald F., Principles of composite material mechanics, CRC Press (Taylor &
Francis Group), 2012.
3. Mallick, P.K. and Newman.S., Composite Materials Technology, Hanser Publishers,
2003.
4. Krishnan K Chawla, Composite Materials: Science and Engineering, International
Edition, Springer, 2012.
5. Metal Matrix Composites – Minoru Taya, Richard J Arsenault.
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19STP36 PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
o The Course emphasizes on the application of Probability and Statistics that is much essential to obtain the
solution of problems that occur in engineering. Throughout the Course, the students will be exposed to
the theory and applications of Special Random variables and their distributions, Two-dimensional random
variables, estimation theory, testing of hypothesis and experimental design.
COURSE OUTCOMES

 CO1: Understand the probability concepts, special random variables and their distributions and hence to
solve the problems involved in their engineering subjects.
 CO2: Solve problems that deal with two random variables defined on the same sample space as there are
many situations of interest in engineering that can be handled by the theory of two random variables.
 CO3: Understand the concept of sampling distributions and the theory of estimation which includes
point estimation as well as interval estimation
 CO4: Apply the testing of hypothesis in order to determine whether the characteristic or feature of the
population can be accepted or not by testing a random sample from the population.
 CO5: Analyse the experimental variables involved in the Design of experiments and control the
extraneous variables in order to minimize the experimental error.
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 RANDOM VARIABLES 9
Discrete and continuous random variables - Moments – Moment generating function and their
properties – Standard distributions- Binomial –Poisson – Geometric – Uniform – Exponential –
Gamma and Normal distribution – Functions of random variable.
UNIT 2 TWO DIMENSIONAL RANDOM VARIABLES 9
Joint distribution – Marginal and conditional distributions – Covariance – Correlation and

regression – Transformation of random variables – Central limit theorem (for two-dimensional
random variables).
UNIT 3 SAMPLING DISTRIBUTIONS AND ESTIMATION THEORY 9
Sampling distributions – Point and interval estimates for population proportions, mean and
variance – Maximum likelihood estimate method – Method of moments.
UNIT 4 TESTING OF HYPOTHESIS 9
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Basic definitions of statistical hypothesis-Null hypothesis-Alternative hypothesis- Type I and Type
II errors – Tests based on Normal, t, Chi-square and F-distributions
UNIT 5 DESIGN OF EXPERIMENTS 9

Analysis of variance – One way and Two way Classifications- Completely randomized design-
Randomized block design – Latin square design -22 Factorial design.
Total Hours 45
TEXT BOOKS
1. Veerarajan.T ― Probability , Statistics and Random Processes‖ , Third Edition , Tata McGraw-Hill
Pub.Co.Ltd, 2007.
2. Gupta, S.C. and Kapoor, V.K. ―Fundamentals of Mathematical Statistics‖, Sultan Chand and Sons,
2001.
REFERENCES
1. Peebles Jr. P.Z., ―Probability Random Variables and Random Signal Principles‖, 4th Edition, TMH
Publishers, 2002.
2. Miller, S. L and Chiders, S. l., ―Probability and Random Processes with Application to Signal
Processing and Communications‖, Elsevier Inc., First Indian Reprint, 2007
3. Johnson, R.J. ―Miller & Freund‘s Probability and Statistics for Engineers‖ 6th Edition, prentice –
Hall of India, private Ltd., 2002.
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
CO1 3 2
Outcomes
CO2 3 2
Course
CO3 3 2
CO4 3 2
CO5 3 2
Course Coordinator : Dr.R.Vasanthi, AP Maths
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19STP37 DESIGN OF EXPERIMENTS
L T P C
3 0 0 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
 To develop and an understanding of experimental methods and think critically to develop major
experimental designs in engineering and science.
COURSE OUTCOMES
 CO1: Able to understand the ANOVA design for solving problems.
 CO2: Able to construct appropriate statistical models to form the framework for analyzing the resulting
data for single factor.
 CO3: Gain the knowledge on multifactor experiments and blocking design.
 CO4: Use regression methods to find point and interval estimates of model parameters, and to test
hypotheses about them.
 CO5: Able to use taguchi methods for design analysis.
COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 EXPERIMENTAL DESIGN FUNDAMENTALS 9

Importance of experiments, experimental strategies, basic principles of design, terminology,
ANOVA, steps in experimentation, sample size, normal probability plot, linear regression model.
UNIT 2 SINGLE FACTOR EXPERIMENTS 9

Completely randomized design, Randomized block design, Latin square design. Statistical
analysis, estimation of model parameters, model adequacy checking, pair wise comparison tests.
UNIT 3 MULTI FACTOR EXPERIMENTS 9

Two and three factor full factorial experiments, 2K factorial Experiments, Confounding and
Blocking designs.
UNIT 4 SPECIAL EXPERIMENTAL DESIGNS 9

Fractional factorial design, nested designs, Split plot design, Introduction to Response Surface
Methodology, Experiments with random factors, rules for expected mean squares, approximate
F- tests.
UNIT 5 TAGUCHI METHOD 9

Steps in experimentation, design using Orthogonal Arrays, data analysis, Robust design- control
and noise factors, S/N ratios, parameter design, case studies.
Total Hours 45
REFERENCES
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1. Montgomery, D.C., Design and Analysis of experiments, John Wiley and Sons, 2003.
2. Nicolo Belavendram, Quality by Design; Taguchi techniques for industrial experimentation, Prentice .
3. Phillip J.Rose, Taguchi techniques for quality engineering, McGraw Hill, 1996.
Programme Outcomes
Mapping
CO1 3 3
Outcomes
CO2 3 3
Course
CO3 3 3
CO4 3 3
CO5 3 3
Course Coordinator : Dr.C.Subramanian, APCE
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19STA11 ENGLISH FOR RESEARCH PAPER WRITING
L T P C
2 0 0 0
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
Help the students in writing quality research papers in English.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On completion of this course, learners will be able to
CO1: Utilize writing skills to write best quality research paper and provide better
readability.
CO2: Describe each section of a paper with clarity.
CO3: Review the papers efficiently.
(06)
UNIT I PLANNING AND PREPARATION
Planning and Preparation- Word Order, Breaking up long sentences- Structuring Paragraphs and
Sentences- Being Concise and Removing Redundancy-Avoiding Ambiguity and Vagueness.
UNIT II PLAGIARISM (06)

Clarifying Who Did What- Highlighting Your Findings- Hedging and Criticizing- Paraphrasing
and Plagiarism, Sections of a Paper- Abstracts- Introduction.
UNIT III REVIEW (06)

Review of the Literature -Methods,-Results- Discussion- Conclusions- The Final Check.
UNIT IV IMPORTANT OF KEY SKILLS (06)

Key skills are needed when writing a Title- key skills are needed when writing abstract- key
skills are needed when writing an Introduction- skills needed when writing a Review of the
Literature.
UNIT V WRITING METHODS (06)

Skills are needed when writing the Methods- skills needed when writing the Results- skills are
needed when writing the Discussion- and Skills are needed when writing the Conclusions.
Total: 30
REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Goldbort R (2006) Writing for Science, Yale University Press (available on Google
Books)
2. Day R (2006) How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper, Cambridge University Press
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3. Highman N (1998), Handbook of Writing for the Mathematical Sciences, SIAM.
Highman‘s book .
4. Adrian Wallwork , English for Writing Research Papers, Springer New York Dordrecht
Heidelberg London, 2011
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19STA12 STRESS MANAGEMENT BY YOGA
L T P C
2 0 0 0
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
To achieve overall health of body and mind and overcome stress.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On completion of this course, students will be able to
CO1: Gain basic knowledge of Yoga.
CO2: Understand the History and Development of Yoga.
CO3: Identify Do‘s and Dont‘s in life.
(06)
UNIT I INTRODUCTION TO YOGA
Introduction to Yoga- The Origins of Yoga – Definitions - Concepts - Aims and objectives of
Yoga – Yoga is a Science and Art - Ideal Practice of Yoga in the new millennium.
UNIT II HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT OF YOGA (06)

History and Development of Yoga - History and Development of Yoga in Vedas . History and
Development of Yoga in Upanishads. History and Development of Yoga in Buddhism, Jainism
and Indian Philosophy.
UNIT III PERSONALITY INTEGRATION THROUGH YOGA (06)

Personality Integration through Yoga - Personality Definition, Nature, Approaches -
psychoanalytic - Humanistic Approaches, Trait Approaches, Behavioral Approaches, Social -
Learning Approaches, Assessment of Personality .
UNIT IV PSYCHOLOGY AND HOLISTIC HEALTH (06)

Psychology and Holistic Health . Theoretical understanding of Yoga and Psychology, Concept
of Holistic Health . Spiritual applications of Psychology - Models of Mental Health . Models of
Mental Health,. Factors contributing to Mental Health. , Role of Mental Health Professionals.
UNIT V STREAMS OF YOGA AND DIET (06)

Streams of Yoga and Diet . Karma Yoga - Bhakti Yoga - Jnana Yoga. Raja Yoga (Astanga
Yoga). Yoga and Diet – Classification of Diet.
Total: 30
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REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Rajayoga- Swami Vivekanand, Ramakrishan Ashrama Publications, 1998
2. Yoga Sutras of Patanjali- Hariharananda Aranya, University of Calcutta Press, Calcutta,

1982
3. Radhakrishnan, S.: Indian Philosophy (Vol. I & II), George Allen and Unwin, London,
1971
4. Dr. Ishwar Bhardwaj: Manav Chetna (Hindi), Satyam Publication, NewDelhi, 2011
5. Swami Sivananda , Bhagavad Gita, A Divine Life Society Publications, Uttapradesh,

Himalayas,India, 2000.
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19STA13 CONSTITUTION OF INDIA
L T P C
2 0 0 0
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
To explain the concepts of Indian Constitution, rights, duties governance, administration and
laws, voting, institute and bodies.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: Understand the demand for civil rights in India for the bulk of Indians in Indian
politics.
CO2: Understand the organizational structure of administrative, judiciary and legislative
systems in India.
CO3: Understand the role and function of election commission and bodies for the
welfare of SC/ST/OBC and Women.
(06)
UNIT I INDIAN CONSTITUTION
History of Making of the Indian Constitution: History Drafting Committee, (Composition &
Working) Philosophy of the Indian Constitution: Preamble Salient Features.
UNIT II CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND DUTIES (06)

Contours of Constitutional Rights & Duties: Fundamental Rights Right to Equality Right to
Freedom Right against Exploitation Right to Freedom of Religion Cultural and Educational
Rights Right to Constitutional Remedies Directive Principles of State Policy Fundamental
Duties.
UNIT III ORGANS OF GOVERNANCE (06)

Parliament, Composition ,Qualifications, and Disqualifications Powers and Functions, Executive
President, Governor, Council of Ministers Judiciary, Appointment and Transfer of Judges,
Qualifications Powers and Functions.
UNIT IV LOCAL ADMINISTRATION (06)

Local Administration: District‘s Administration head: Role and Importance, Municipalities:
Introduction, Mayor and role of Elected Representative, CEO of Municipal Corporation.
Panchayati raj: Introduction, PRI: Zila Panchayat. Elected officials and their roles, CEO Zila
Panchayat: Position and role. Block level: Organizational Hierarchy (Different
departments),Village level: Role of Elected and Appointed officials, Importance of grass root
democracy.
UNIT V ELECTION COMMISSION (06)
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Election Commission: Election Commission: Role and Functioning. Chief Election
Commissioner and Election Commissioners. State Election Commission: Role and Functioning.
Institute and Bodies for the welfare of SC/ST/OBC and women.
Total: 30
REFERENCE BOOKS
1. The Constitution of India, 1950 (Bare Act), Government Publication.
2. Dr. S. N. Busi, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar framing of Indian Constitution, 1st Edition, 2015.
3. M. P. Jain, Indian Constitution Law, 7th Edn., Lexis Nexis, 2014.
4. D.D. Basu, Introduction to the Constitution of India, Lexis Nexis, 2015.
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19STA14 PEDAGOGY STUDIES
L T P C
2 0 0 0
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
To understand the various theories of learning, prevailing pedagogical practices, design and
modification of curriculum in engineering studies, its assessment and to learn innovative
teaching methodology.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: Understand the concept of curriculum, formal and informal education systems and
teacher education.
CO2: Grasp and comprehend about the present pedagogical practices and the changes
occurring in pedagogical approaches.
CO3: Recognize the relation between teacher and community and to understand the
role of pedagogy in curriculum development.
(06)
UNIT I INTRODUCTION
Introduction and Methodology: Aims and rationale, Policy background, Conceptual framework
and terminology, Theories of learning, Curriculum, Teacher education. Conceptual framework,
Research questions. Overview of methodology and Searching.
UNIT II PEDAGOGICAL PRACTICES (06)

Thematic overview: Pedagogical practices are being used by teachers in formal and informal
classrooms in developing countries. Evidence on the effectiveness of pedagogical practices.
Methodology for the in depth stage: quality assessment of included studies.
UNIT III PEDAGOGICAL APPROACHES (06)

How can teacher education (curriculum and practicum) and the school curriculum and guidance
materials best support effective pedagogy? Theory of change. Strength and nature of the body of
evidence for effective pedagogical practices. Pedagogic theory and pedagogical approaches.
Teacher‘s attitudes and beliefs and Pedagogic strategies.
UNIT IV PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (06)

Professional development: alignment with classroom practices and follow-up support. Peer
Support from the head teacher and the community. Curriculum and assessment. Barriers to
learning: limited resources and large class sizes.
UNIT V CURRICULUM AND ASSESSMENT (06)
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Research gaps and future directions Research design: Contexts Pedagogy, Teacher education,
Curriculum and assessment, Dissemination and research impact.
Total: 30
REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Ackers J, Hardman F (2001) Classroom interaction in Kenyan primary schools, Compare
31(2): 245-261.
2. Agrawal M (2004) Curricular reform in schools: The importance of evaluation, Journal of
Curriculum Studies, 36 (3): 361-379.
3. Akyeampong K (2003) Teacher training in Ghana - does it count? Multi-site teacher
education research project (MUSTER) country report 1. London: DFID.
4. Alexander RJ (2001) Culture and pedagogy: International comparisons in primary
education. Oxford and Boston: Blackwell.
5. Chavan M (2003) Read India: A mass scale, rapid, ‗learning to read‘ campaign.
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19STA21 VALUE EDUCATION
L T P C
2 0 0 0
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
To explain about the ethics of education and develop emotional control behavior for the
successes of own and society.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: Understand ethics of education and enhance self development.
CO2: Apply the knowledge of value education for the development of society.
CO3: Inculcate positive values in their personal and professional life.
(06)
UNIT I ETHICS AND SELF-DEVELOPMENT
Social values and individual attitudes. Work ethics, Indian vision of humanism. Moral and non-
moral valuation. Standards and principles. Value judgements.
UNIT II PERSONALITY AND BEHAVIOR DEVELOPMENT (06)

Soul and Scientific attitude .Positive Thinking. Integrity and discipline. Punctuality, Love and
Kindness. Avoid fault Thinking. Free from anger, Dignity of labour. Universal brotherhood and
religious tolerance.
UNIT III VALUES IN HUMAN LIFE (06)

Importance of cultivation of values, Sense of duty. Devotion, Self-reliance. Confidence,
Concentration. Truthfulness, Cleanliness. Honesty, Humanity. Power of faith, National Unity.
Patriotism. Love for nature, Discipline.
UNIT IV VALUES IN SOCIETY (06)

True friendship. Happiness Vs suffering, love for truth. Aware of self-destructive habits.
Association and Cooperation. Doing best for saving nature.
UNIT V POSITIVE VALUES (06)

Character and Competence –Holy books vs Blind faith. Self-management and Good health.
Science of reincarnation. Equality, Nonviolence, Humility, Role of Women. All religions and
same message. Mind your Mind, Self-control. Honesty, Studying effectively.
Total: 30
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REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Chakroborty, S.K. ―Values and Ethics for organizations Theory and practice‖, Oxford
University Press, New Delhi.
2. Dr. Yogesh Kumar Singh, ―Value Education‖, A.P.H Publishing Corporation,New Delhi.
3. R.P Shukla, ―Value Education and Human Rights‖, Sarup and Sons, NewDelhi.
4. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/109104068/36.
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19STA22 DISASTER MANAGEMENT
L T P C
2 0 0 0
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
To learn to demonstrate the key concepts in disaster risk reduction , humanitarian response, specific
types of disasters and conflict situations, understanding the strengths and weaknesses of disaster
management approaches, planning and programming.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: Develop perspective understanding and its Management in pre during and post phases of
Disasters.
CO2: Equip with potential knowledge, concepts & skills for effective Planning on Disaster
Management and Risk Reduction measures.
CO3: Apply the concept of risk management in real life scenario.
(06)
UNIT I INTRODUCTION
Disaster: Definition, Factors And Significance; Difference Between Hazard And Disaster; Natural And
Manmade Disasters: Difference, Nature, Types And Magnitude.
UNIT II REPERCUSSIONS OF DISASTERS AND HAZARDS (06)

Economic Damage, Loss Of Human And Animal Life, Destruction Of Ecosystem. Natural Disasters:
Earthquakes, Volcanisms, Cyclones, Tsunamis, Floods, Droughts And Famines, Landslides And
Avalanches, Man-made disaster: Nuclear Reactor Meltdown, Industrial Accidents, Oil Slicks And
Spills, Outbreaks Of Disease And Epidemics, War And Conflicts. Global warming and Climate
Change.
UNIT III DISASTER PRONE AREAS IN INDIA (06)

Study of Seismic Zones; Areas Prone To Floods And Droughts, Landslides And Avalanches; Areas
Prone To Cyclonic And Coastal Hazards With Special Reference To Tsunami; Post-Disaster Diseases
And Epidemics.
UNIT IV DISASTER AND MANAGEMENT PREPAREDNESS (06)

Monitoring Of Phenomena Triggering A Disaster Or Hazard; Evaluation Of Risk: Application Of
Remote Sensing, Data From Meteorological And Other Agencies, Media Reports: Governmental And
Community Preparedness. Role of IT in Disaster Preparedness, Role of Engineers on Disaster
Management.
UNIT V RISK ASSESSMENT AND DISASTER MITIGATION (06)

Disaster Risk Concept And Elements, Disaster Risk Reduction, Global And National Disaster Risk
Situation. Techniques Of Risk Assessment, Global Co-Operation In Risk Assessment And Warning,
People‘s Participation In Risk Assessment. Strategies for Survival. Disaster Mitigation Meaning,
Concept And Strategies Of Disaster Mitigation, Emerging Trends In Mitigation. Structural Mitigation
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And Non-Structural Mitigation, Programs Of Disaster Mitigation In India.
Total: 30
REFERENCE BOOKS
1. R. Nishith, Singh AK, ―Disaster Management in India: Perspectives, issues and strategies‖ ,New
Royal book Company. Model Curriculum of Engineering & Technology PG Courses [Volume-
I] [ 42 ]
2. Sahni, PardeepEt.Al. (Eds.), ― Disaster Mitigation Experiences And Reflections‖ , Prentice Hall
Of India, New Delhi.
3. Goel S. L., ―Disaster Administration And Management Text And Case Studies‖. Deep &Deep
Publication Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.
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19STA23 PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT SKILLS
L T P C
2 0 0 0
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
To familiar with techniques to achieve the highest goal happily, How to become a person with
stable mind, pleasing personality and determination and Awakening wisdom in students.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: Understand the Holistic development.
CO2: Understand the day to day to day work and duties.
CO3: Understand mankind to peace and prosperity.
(06)
UNIT I
Neetisatakam-Holistic development of personality-Verses- 19,20,21,22 (wisdom)-Verses-
29,31,32 (pride & heroism)-Verses- 26,28,63,65 (virtue)
UNIT II (06)
Verses- 52,53,59 (dont‘s)-Verses- 71,73,75,78 (do‘s). - Approach to day to day work and duties.-
Shrimad Bhagwad Geeta - Chapter 2-Verses 41, 47,48,
UNIT III (06)

Shrimad Bhagwad Geeta -Chapter 3-Verses 13, 21, 27, 35, Chapter 6-Verses 5,13,17, 23, 35,-
Chapter 18-Verses 45, 46, 48.
UNIT IV (06)
Statements of basic knowledge.-Shrimad Bhagwad Geeta: -Chapter2-Verses 56, 62, 68 -Chapter
12 -Verses 13, 14, 15, 16,17, 18-Personality of Role model.
UNIT V (06)
Shrimad Bhagwad Geeta: Chapter2-Verses 17, Chapter 3-Verses 36,37,42, Chapter 4-Verses 18,
38,39-Chapter18 - Verses 37,38,63.
Total: 30
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REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Srimad Bhagavad Gita‖ by Swami Swarupananda Advaita Ashram (Publication

Department), Kolkata
2. Bhartrihari‘s Three Satakam (Niti-sringar-vairagya) by P.Gopinath, Rashtriya Sanskrit

Sansthanam, New Delhi.
3. ―Bhagavad Gita: The Song of God‖, Swami Mukundananda, Jagadguru Kripaluji Yog,
USA
4. ―Bhagavad-Gita As It Is‖, A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada,, Bhaktivedanta Book

Trust Publications
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19STA24 ECOLOGICAL ENGINEERING
L T P C
2 0 0 0
COURSE OBJECTIVE
To educate the students on the Ecological system and its processes
COURSE OUTCOMES
On the completion of this course, the students will able to
  CO1:Describe about the principle, classification of Ecotechnology
 CO2:Define the elements of ecological modeling along with its applications
 CO3:Assess the loadings on ecosystem

COURSE CONTENTS
UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION TO ECOLOGY AND ECOLOGICAL ENGINEERING 6
Aim, scope and applications of ecology – Development and evolution of ecosystems – Principles
and concepts pertaining to communities in ecosystem – Energy flow and material cycling in
ecosystems – productivity in ecosystems – Rationale of ecological engineering and Eco technology
– Classification of Eco technology – Principles of ecological engineering.
UNIT 2 SYSTEMS APPROACH IN ECOLOGICAL ENGINEERING 6
Principles, components and characteristics of Systems–Classification of systems– Structural and
functional interactions of environmental systems – Environmental systems as energy systems-
Mechanisms of steady-state maintenance in open and closed systems-Modelling and
ecotechnology– Elements of modelling–Modelling procedure– Classification of ecological models
– Applications of models in ecotechnology – Ecological economics.
UNIT 3 ECOLOGICAL ENGINEERING PROCESSES 6
Self-organizing design and processes – Multi seeded microcosms – Interface coupling in ecological
systems – Concept of energy – Determination of sustainable loading of ecosystems.
UNIT 4 ECOTECHNOLOGY FOR WASTE TREATMENT 6
Eco sanitation–Principles and operation of soil in filtration systems–Wetlands and ponds– Source
separation systems – Aqua cultural systems – Agro ecosystems – Detritus based treatment for solid
wastes – Applications of ecological engineering for marine systems.
UNIT 5 CASE STUDIES 6
Case studies of Integrated Ecological Engineering Systems and their commercial prospects.
Total : 30
REFERENCES
1. Kangas, P.C. and Kangas, P., Ecological Engineering: Principles and Practice, Lewis
Publishers, New York. 2003.
2. Etnier, C. and Guterstam, B., Ecological Engineering for Wastewater Treatment, Lewi
Publishers, New York. 1997.
3. White, I.D., Mottershed, D.N. and Harrison, S.J., Environmental Systems – An
Introductory Text, Chapman Hall, London. 1994.
4. Mitsch, J.W. and Jorgensen, S.E., Ecological Engineering – An Introduction to
Ecotechnology, John Wiley & Sons, New York. 1989.
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DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING

ALAGAPPA CHETTIAR GOVERNMENT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING &

CURRICULUM & SYLLABI

Regulations 2019: Autonomous Courses

PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

At end of the programme students will be able to

 Total Number of Credits to be Earned for the Award of Degree is 70

M.E. STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING CURRICULUM – CATEGORY WISE

Regulations 2019: Autonomous Courses

 EMPLOYMENT ENHANCEMENT COURSES (EEC)

 CO1:Understand the concept of elementary structural analysis

 CO2:Derive equilibrium and compatibility conditions

 CO3:Derive stiffness and flexibility matrices

 CO4:Analyse plane and space trusses

UNIT 2 MATRIX ANALYSIS OF STRUCTURES 9

UNIT 3 MATRIX ANALYSIS OF BEAMS AND GRIDS 9

UNIT 4 MATRIX ANALYSIS OF PLANE FRAMES 9

UNIT 5 MATRIX ANALYSIS OF SPACE FRAMES 9

MAPPING OF PROGRAMME OUTCOMES WITH COURSE OUTCOMES

UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION TO ELASTICITY 9

UNIT 2 STRAIN AND STRESS FIELD 9

UNIT 3 EQUATIONS OF ELASTICITY 9

UNIT 4 TWO-DIMENSIONAL PROBLEMS TORSION OF PRISMATIC BARS 9

UNIT 5 PLASTIC DEFORMATION 9

MAPPING OF PROGRAMME OUTCOMES WITH COURSE OUTCOMES

 CO1: Understand research problem formulation.

 CO2: Analyze research related information and Follow research ethics

UNIT 1 RESEARCH PROBLEM FORMULATION 6

UNIT 2 LITERATURE STUDIES AND TECHNICAL WRITING 6

UNIT 3 NATURE OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY 6

UNIT 4 PATENT RIGHTS 6

UNIT 5 NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN IPR 6

MAPPING OF PROGRAMME OUTCOMES WITH COURSE OUTCOMES

UNIT 2 STATIC ANALYSIS OF PLATES 9

UNIT 3 CIRCULAR PLATES 9

UNIT 4 STATIC ANALYSIS OF SHELLS 9

UNIT 5 SHELLS OF REVOLUTION 9

 CO4: Understand the special concretes and their specific applications.

UNIT 1 CONCRETE MAKING MATERIALS 9

UNIT 3 MIX DESIGN 9

UNIT 4 PROPERTIES AND APPLICATIONS OF SPECIAL CONCRETE 9

MAPPING OF PROGRAMME OUTCOMES WITH COURSE OUTCOMES

UNIT 2 STABILITY OF FRAMES 9

UNIT 3 BUCKLING OF BEAMS 9

UNIT 4 BUCKLING OF THIN PLATES 9

UNIT 5 METHODS OF ANALYSIS AND IN ELASTIC BUCKLING 9

UNIT 1 SOLUTION OF LINEAR SYSTEMS 9

UNIT 2 SOLUTION OF NON-LINEAR SYSTEMS 9

UNIT 3 FINITE DIFFERENCE AND THEIR APPLICATIONS 9

UNIT 4 NUMERICAL DIFFERENTIATION 9

UNIT 5 NUMERICAL INTEGRATION 9

MAPPING OF PROGRAMME OUTCOMES WITH COURSE OUTCOMES

 CO1: Understand the factors affecting health of structures

 CO3: Assess the health of structure using static field methods

 CO4: Assess the health of structure using dynamic field tests

UNIT 2 STRUCTURAL AUDIT 9

UNIT 3 STATIC FIELD TESTING 9

UNIT 4 DYNAMIC FIELD TESTING 9

UNIT 5 INTRODUCTION TO REPAIRS AND REHABILITATIONS OF STRUCTURES 9