M.S.

RAMAIAH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, BANGALORE

(AUTONOMOUS INSTITUTE, AFFILIATED TO VTU)

SYLLABUS
For students of 2008 – 09 Batch

I & II Semester B.E.

Common to all branches of B.E.

 ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS – I

Subject Code: MAT101 Credits : 3 : 1 : 0

Prerequisite : Nil
Unit I
Modelling: Introduction to engineering problems modeled as ordinary differential equations,
Order and degree of differential equations, Analytical and numerical solutions.
First order and first degree linear and non-linear differential equations and its
applications: Linear, Bernoulli’s, Exact differential equations, Solution of differential
equation using grouping method, Application of ODEs to find orthogonal trajectories and to
solve simple electric circuits

Unit II
Higher order linear differential equations: Definition, Complete solution as a sum of
complementary function and particular integral, Method of variation of parameters, Cauchy’s
and Legendre’s linear equation. Initial & boundary problems.

Unit III
Linear algebra: Elementary transformation on a matrix, Echelon form of a matrix, Rank of a
matrix, Consistency of system of linear equations, Gauss elimination and Gauss – Seidal
method to solve system of linear equations, Eigenvalues and eigenvectors of a matrix,
Diagonalization of a matrix, System of ODEs as matrix differential equations, Exponential and
other solution of matrices.
Unit IV
Laplace transforms: Introduction, Definition, Transforms of elementary functions,
Properties of Laplace transforms, Existence conditions, Transform of derivatives, Integrals,
Multiplication by tn, Division by t, Evaluation of integrals by Laplace transforms, Periodic
function, Unit–step function, Unit–impulse function, Inverse transforms, Convolution
theorem.

Unit V
Laplace transforms (Cont.): Application to differential equations, Simultaneous linear
differential equations with constant coefficients.
Numerical solution of ODE: Taylor’s series method, Euler’s & modified Euler method,
fourth order Runge-Kutta method, Milne’s predictor-corrector method.

Text Books:
1. Erwin Kreyszig – Advanced Engineering Mathematics – John Wiley & Sons
publication – 8th Edition.
2. B.S. Grewal – Higher Engineering Mathematics – Khanna Publishers – 37th Edition,
2003.
3. Gilbert Strang – Linear Algebra and Its Applications – Thomson Brooks/cole – 4th
Edition.

Reference Books:
1. Glyn James - Advanced Modern Engineering Mathematics-Pearson Education - 3rd
Edition.
2. G.F. Simmons, Differential Equations with applications and historical notes,
McGrawHill.
 ENGINEERING PHYSICS

Subject Code: PHY101/201 Credits: 3:1:1

Prerequisite: Nil
Unit I
Lasers and optical fibres: Principle and production of lasers, Einstein’s co-efficients
(expression for energy density). Requisites of a laser system, Conditions for lasing action.
Principle, Construction and working of He-Ne laser and semiconductor laser. Applications of
lasers; laser welding, Cutting and drilling. Measurement of atmospheric pollutants.
Holography- principle of recording and image reconstruction.
Propagation mechanism in optical fibres. Angle of acceptance. Numerical aperture. Types of
optical fibers and modes of propagation. Attenuation. Applications, Block diagram discussion
of point to point communication.

Unit II
Modern physics & quantum mechanics: Wave particle dualism, Compton effect
(qualitative), De Broglie hypothesis, De Broglie wavelength and extension to electron
particle. Davisson and Germer experiment. Matter waves and their characteristics. Phase
velocity, Group velocity and particle velocity. Relation between group velocity and particle
velocity. Expression for debroglie wavelength using group velocity.
Heisenberg’s Uncertainty principle and its significance (no derivation), Application of
uncertainty principle (non-existence of electron in the nucleus).Wave function. Properties and
physical significance of a wave function, Probability density and normalization of wave
function, Setting up of a one dimensional, Time independent Schrodinger wave equation,
Eigen values and eigen functions, Application of schrodinger wave equation, Energy eigen
values for a free particle. Energy eigen values of a particle in a potential well of infinite
depth. Tunneling effect.

Unit III
Electrical conductivity in metals & superconductivity : Free-electron concept, Classical
free electron theory – assumptions, Drift velocity, Mean collision time and mean free path.
Relaxation time, Expression for drift velocity. Expression for electrical conductivity in
metals, Effect of impurity and theory.
Quantum free electron theory – assumptions. Fermi-Dirac statistics, Fermi energy, Fermi
factor, Density of states (with derivation). Expression for electrical resistivity /conductivity.
Temperature dependence of resistivity of metals. Merits of quantum free electron theory.
Temperature dependence of resistivity in super conducting materials. Effect of magnetic
field, Meissner effect. Type –I and Type - II superconductors, Temperature dependence of
critical field. BCS Theory (qualitative) high temperature superconductivity, Applications of
superconductors - superconducting magnets, Maglev vehicles and SQUIDS.

Unit IV
Crystal structure & ultrasonics: Space lattice, Bravais lattice - Unit cell, Primitive cell.
Lattice parameters, Crystal systems, Direction and planes in a crystal. Miller indices,
Expression for interplanar spacing coordination number, Atomic packing factor, Bragg’s law,
Crystal structures of nacl and Diamond.
Ultrasonic non destructive testing of materials. Measurement of velocity of ultrasonics in
solids and liquids.

Unit V
Dielectric & magnetic properties of materials, nanomaterials: Dielectric constant and
polarization of dielectric materials, D, E, P definition & relation (no proof), Types of
polarization, Equation for internal fields in liquids and solids (1-dimension) Classius-
Mossotti equation. Ferro and piezo electricity. Applications of dielectric materials.
Classification of magnetic materials based on χ values, qualitative treatment of Langevin’s
and Weiss’s equation for dia, para and ferro-magnetic materials. Soft and hard magnetic
materials, Applications.
Nano materials and applications, Carbon nanotube, scaling of mechanical and classical
electromagnetic systems.

LABORATORY ENGINEERING PHYSICS

1. Series and Parallel LCR circuits: Determination of resonant frequency, Q-factor,
bandwidth and unknown value of inductance or Capacitance.
2. I-V Characteristics of a Zener Diode: Determination of Breakdown & Knee Voltage.
3. Characteristics of a Transistor: Determination of Current amplification factor &
current gain.
4. Band gap of a semiconductor: Determination of the energy gap of given
semiconductor.
5. Dielectric Constant: Determination of the value of Capacitance & dielectric constant
by charging & discharging method.
6. B-H curve: To draw the B-H curve for the ferromagnetic material and to calculate the
hysteresis loss and relative permeability.
7. Laser Diffraction: Measurement of wavelength of Laser using diffraction grating.
8. Planck’s constant: Determination of h using LED’s.
9. Verification of Stefan’s Law using a lamp filament as power radiator.
10. Determination of Fermi energy of the given material.
11. Determination of the unknown values of L, C & R of a black box using a signal
generator.

The student is required to perform prescribed 10 experiments from the above list.

Text Books:
1. Arthur Beisser – Concepts of Modern Physics 6th edition (2005) Tata McGraw-Hill.
2. S. O. Pillai – Solid state Physics 5th edition- (2002)- New age International.
3. Gauer and Gupta – Engineering physics, (1995) Dhanapath Roy Publishers New
Delhi.
4. M.N. Avadhanulu and P.G.Kshirsagar - A Text Book of Engineering Physics (2007)
S. Chand Publications.

Reference Books:
1. C. Kittel – Solid state Physics 6th edition (1991) Wiley International.
2. B.B. Laud – Lasers and non-linear optics 2nd edition (2002) New Age International.
3. Halliday and Resnick – Fundamentals of Physics Extended 5th Edition (1997)
 John Wiley & Sons, Inc. New York.
4. K. Eric Drexler – Nano systems-(1992)- Wiley Inter science Publications.
5. John M. Senior – Optical fiber communication 2nd edition (1996) Prentice-Hall.
 BASIC CIVIL ENGINEERING

Subject Code: CV101/201 Credits: 3:1:0

Prerequisite: Nil
Unit I
Scope of different fields of civil engineering structural engg, Transportation engg, Water
resource engg, Geotechnical engg, Environmental engg. Impact of infrastructural
development. Materials of construction – brick, Stone, Tiles, Timber, Steel, PCC, RCC,
PSC, Composite materials, Smart materials. Elements of building Construction – Sub
Structure– Foundation, Super structure – wall, Column, Beam, Slab.

Unit II
Surveying, Definition, Principles, Types of surveying – total station, GIS, GPS. Roads –
types, Components, Typical cross section, Elements of water supply & Drainage. Objectives
and sources of water supply system, Per capita consumption, Water supply distribution
method, Objectives of sewage disposal, Treatment methods.

Unit III
Introduction to Engineering Mechanics – Particle, Continuum, Rigid body, Definition of
force, Classification of forces, Resultant of coplanner concurrent and nonconcurrent force
system.

Unit IV
Equilibrium of concurrent and non concurrent force system and support reactions.

Unit V
Centroid of plane figures ; Centroid of simple built up sections - Moment of inertia of an
area, Polar moment of inertia, Radius of gyration, Moment of inertia of composite areas.

Text Books:
1. Basic Civil Engineering by G K Hiraskar, Dhanpat Rai Publications pvt ltd.
2. Basic Civil and Mechanical Engineering ( 2nd Edition) by G Shanmugam, M.S.
Palllanichamy

Reference Books:
1. Mechanics for Engineers, Statics by Ferdinand P Beer and E Rustel Johnston, Jr.
McGraw-Hill Book Company, New York.
2. Engineering Mechanics and Elements of Civil Enginering by S S Bhavikatti & S K
Duggal, New age international Publishers.
 BASIC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Subject Code : EE101/201 Credits : 4:0:0

Prerequisite : Nil
Unit I
Introduction, History of electrical engineering
Generation – Primary sources of power, Hydral, Coal, Nuclear, Solar, Wind and hydrogen.
Transmission – AC/DC transmission, Line losses and transmission at high and ultra high
voltages
Distribution – Substation, Distribution network, Switch gear & metering
Electromagnetism: Magnetic field, Magnetic field due to electric current, Force on a current
carrying conductor, Faraday’s law, Lenz’s law, Fleming’s rules, Electro magnetic induction,
Direction of induced EMF, Magneto motive force and magnetic field strength, Permeability
of free space, Relative permeability, Reluctance. Comparison of electric and magnetic
Circuits. Statically and dynamically induced EMF, Self-inductance, Mutual inductance,
Coupling co-efficient, Energy stored in the magnetic field of an inductor.

Unit II
D.C. circuits: Independent voltage and current source, emf, pd, Voltage and current. Ohm’s
law, Limitations of Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff’s current and voltage laws, Resistances in series
and parallel, Power and energy.
Single phase circuits: Generation of sinusoidal AC voltage, Concept of average and rms
values, Form factor, Peak factor, Voltage, Current, Power and power factor significance of
power factor. Analysis of circuits with R, L, C, RL, RC, RLC for series and parallel
configurations.
Unit III
Three phase circuits: Necessity and advantages of three phase systems, Star-delta
connection, Relationship between line and phase values, Measurement of 3-phase power
using two wattmeters, Expression for power factor in terms of wattmeter readings.
Transformers: Principle of operation and construction of single phase transformers (core
and shell types), EMF equation, Transformer on no load and on load, Power losses and
efficiency, Condition for maximum efficiency, Load corresponding to maximum efficiency,
Voltage regulation, Simple problems on EMF equation & efficiency.

Unit IV
DC generator: Working principle, Constructional features, EMF equation
DC motors: Constructional details, Mechanism of torque production, Back emf, Significance
of back emf, Voltage equation, Torque, Torque equation, Gross torque and Shaft torque.
Types of dc motors, Speed equation, Speed control, Characteristics of dc motors, Necessity
of starter.
AC generators (Alternators): Introduction, Constructional features, Salient and non-salient
pole rotor, Working principle, Frequency of induced emf, Equation

Unit V
Three phase induction motors: Concept of rotating magnetic field, Principle of operation,
Constructional features, Slip, Slip speed, Frequency of rotor emf and current, Speed of rotor
field, Star delta starter.
Domestic wiring: Types of wiring, Two-way and three-way control of lamps.
Earthing - necessity, Types, Fuse, Electrical energy management, Energy audit
Measuring Instruments : Indicating, Recording and integrating instruments, Essentials of
indicating instruments, Construction and principle of operation of single phase energy meter

Text Book:
E. Hughes, Electrical and Electronic Technology, Pearson Education, 9th edition.

Reference Book:
H.Cotton, Principles of Electrical Technology, Pitman, 6th Edition.
 ENGINEERING DRAWING

Subject Code: ME102/202 Credits: 0:1:1

Prerequisite : Nil

CAD software: Learning the draw commands such as point, Line, Arc, Circle, Ellipse,
Rectangle, etc, Modify commands such as copy, Move, Mirror, Rotate, Pattern, Scale, etc.,
Dimensions; linear, Aligned, Radial, Angular, Leader etc.
Orthographic projections: Projections of points (first and third quadrant), First angle
projection of lines.
Projection of planes: Projections of plane surfaces such as triangle, Square, Rectangle,
Pentagon, Hexagon, Circle and semicircle
Projection of solids: Projection of solids such as cube, Prism, Cylinder, Pyramid, Cones and
tetrahedron.
Isometric drawing: Isometric drawing of simple solids and its frustum. Combination of two
solids (co axial).

Text Books:
1. Engineering Graphics by M H Annaiah, V H publications, 2006 edition.
2. Engineering Drawing and Graphics with AutoCad by K VenuGopal New age
international publications,2007 edition.

Reference Books:
1. Engineering Drawing by N D Bhat and V M Panchal, Charotar Publishing house,2007
edition
2. Fundamentals of Engineering Drawing by Warren J Lhzader P.E Jon.M Duff, Printice
Hall of India, 2007 edition
3. A Text of Engineering Drawing by K L Narayana and Kanniah, Scitech, Chennai,
2006 edition
4. Engineering Graphics by R N Hegde and Niranjan Murthy- Sapna publications,
Bangalore, 2006 edition.
 FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTING

Subject Code : CS101/201 Credits: 2:1:1

Prerequisite : Nil
Unit 1
Information technology and computer basics, Computer software, Internet and the world
wide web.

Unit II
Computer algorithms, Developing algorithms, Programming preliminaries. Simple computer
programs, Numeric constants and variables, Arithmetic expressions.

Unit III
Input and output in C Programs. Conditional statements, Implementing loops in programs.

Unit IV
Defining and manipulating arrays, Logical expressions and additional statements. Functions.

Unit V
Processing character string, Enumerated data types, Introduction to pointer data types.

LABORATORY EXERCISES

Cycle 1: Installing a Software Package, Creating a Document in MS Word and Editing

Facilities, Mail Merge using MS Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft powerpoint, and
Microsoft Outlook.
Cycle 2: Simple Programs in C, Compiling and Debugging options in (gcc/gdb) / (TC/BC),
Exploring more input and output options in C.
Cycle 3: Programs to implement the concept of Arrays, Control Statements, Conditional
Statements, Loops, Functions, Strings, Structures and pointers.

Text Books:
1. Computer Basics and C Programming by V Rajaraman, PHI, 2008.
2. Fundamentals of Computers by Peter Norton, TMH, 2006.

Reference Books:
1. The C Programming Language by Brain W Kernighan, Dennis M Ritchie, PHI, 2005.
2. Mastering C by K R Venugopal and Prasad, TMH, 2007.
 PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION

Subject Code: HSS103/203 Credits: 2:0:0

Prerequisite : Nil

Unit I
Basic communication: Introduction to communication and its process. Forms of
communication, Levels of communication, Cross cultural and gendre based issued relating to
communication, Aspect of body language.

Unit II
Listening: Types of listening, Traits of a good listener, Importance of listening in
communication.

Unit III
Grammer: Parts of speech, Usage of tenses, Construction of sentences.

Unit IV
Writing: Paragraph writing, Jumbled sentences, Expansion of ideas.

Unit V
Technical writing: Biodata, Job applications, Technical reports.

Text Book:
1. Technical communication- Principles and Practice - Meenakshi Raman & Sangeetha
Sharma, Oxford University Press- 2007

Reference Books:
1. Technical communication- Micheal.H.Bedford, January 2004
2. New International Business English – Jones and Alexander – Cambridge University
Press - 1999
 ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS – II

Code: MAT201 Credits : 3 : 1 : 0

Prerequisite : Nil
Unit I
Statistics: Discussion of some engineering problems of statistical applications, Review of
measures of central tendency and dispersion, Moments, Skewness (Karl Pearson’s), Kurtosis

Unit II
Statistics (cont.): Curve fitting – linear, Parabolic, Geometric curves, Theory of correlation
and linear regression analysis.
Probability: Basic concepts, Axioms of probability, Properties & examples.

Unit III
Probability (cont.): Conditional probability, Independence events, Baye’s theorem and
problems
Random variable: One dimensional random variables, Classification of random variable,
PDF, CDF, Mathematical expectation, Variance, Standard deviation, Chebyshev’s inequality,
MGF.

Unit IV
Theoretical distribution: Discrete probability distributions – Binomial, Poission and
Geometric distribution, Continuous probability distribution – Exponential, Gamma & Normal
Distribution, Properties & problems.

Unit V
Joint probability distribution: Two-Dimensional random variables – independent random
variables, Discrete & continuous, Marginal distribution, Variance, Covariance, Correlation
coefficient, Conditional expectation.

Text Books:
1. B.S.Grewal-Higher Engineering Mathematics-Khanna Publishers-37th Edition, 2003.
2. Murry R. Spiegel, John Schiller & R. Alu Srinivasan - Probability & Statistics -
Schaum’s outlines -2nd edition.

Reference Books:
1. Glyn James- Advanced Modern Engineering Mathematics-Pearson Education-3rd
Edition.
2. William W. Hines, Douglas C. Montgomery, David M. Goldsman, Connie M. Borror –
Probability and Statistics in Engineering – John Wiley & Sons, Inc. - 4th Edition.
 ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY

Subject Code: CHE101/ 201 Credits: 3:1:1

Prerequisite: Nil
Unit I
Electrode potential and cells: Introduction, Construction of a galvanic cell. Electrode
potential - definition, Origin, Sign conventions, Standard electrode potential – definition,
Derivation of Nernst equation for single electrode potential, Effect of temperature and
concentration on single electrode potential, EMF of a cell – definition, Notation and
conventions. Reference electrodes – calomel electrode, Ag|AgCl electrode. Measurement of
single electrode potential. Ion-selective electrode-Glass electrode- Determination of pH using
glass electrode. Concentration cells. Numerical problems on electrode potential and EMF of
cells.
Conversion and storage of electrochemical energy - Battery technology battery: Basic
concepts, Battery characteristics. Classification of batteries – primary, Secondary and reserve
batteries. Basic concept of batterries. Classical batteries – construction, Working and
applications of lead-acid and Ni-Cd batteries. Modern batteries- construction, Working and
applications of Zn-air, Nickel-metal hydride and lithium-MnO2 batteries. Disposal of battery
chemicals/components.

Unit II
Energy sources: Introduction to energy; Conventional sources: Chemical fuels - definition,
Classification, Importance of hydrocarbons as fuels, Calorific value–definition, Net and gross
calorific values, Units (SI), Determination of calorific value of a solid fuel by bomb
calorimeter. Numerical problems, Liquid fuels: Petroleum cracking - fluidized bed catalytic
cracking, Reformation of petrol. Knocking – Mechanism, Octane number, Cetane number,
Prevention of knocking, Anti-knocking agents, Unleaded petrol. Solid fuels: Coal- types,
Energy generation (thermal power plant) mention efficiency and disposal of wastes. Non-
conventional: Mention of sources such as solar energy and bio energy-bio diesel.
Fuel cells: Introduction, Definition, Differences between a battery and a fuel cell,
Advantages. Types of fuel cells –Alkaline fuel cell, Phosphoric acid and molten carbonate
fuel cells. Solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell. Description and working of H2-O2 and
MeOH-O2 fuel cells.

Unit III
Liquid crystals and their applications: Introduction, Meaning, Positional and orientational
order in solid, Liquid crystals and liquids. Director. Classification – Thermotropic and
lyotropic with examples. Types of mesophases – Nematic, Chiral nematic (cholesteric),
Smectic and columnar – arrangements of molecules with examples. Liquid crystalline
behavior in homologues series – PAA and MBBA series. Applications of liquid crystals in
display systems – Explanation of display working, Mention of LCD devices.
Corrosion science: Metallic corrosion - Definition, Corrosion interrelated problems,
Electrochemical theory of corrosion, Types of corrosion - Differential metal corrosion,
Differential aeration corrosion -pitting and waterline corrosion, Stress corrosion. Factors
affecting the rate of corrosion. Corrosion control – Anodizing, Phosphating, Galvanizing,
Tinning. Sacrificial anode method. Corrosion inhibitors.

Unit IV
High polymers: Definition, Classification - Natural and synthetic with examples.
Polymerization – Definition; types – addition and condensation with examples. Methods of
polymerization - Bulk, Solution, Suspension and emulsion polymerization. Mechanism of
polymerization - free radical mechanism (ethylene as an example). Glass transition
temperature. Structure and properties relationship. Resins and Plastics – Definition; Types of
plastics – Thermoplastic and Thermosetting. Compounding of resins to plastics. Synthesis,
Properties and applications of Teflon, PMMA, Polyurethanes and phenol-formaldehyde resin.
Elastomers - deficiencies of natural rubber, Advantages of synthetic rubber. Synthesis and
applications of Butyl rubber, Buna-S. Adhesives – manufacture and applications of epoxy
resins. Fire retardant polymers: definition, Examples and applications Polymer composites -
definition and advantages. Synthesis and applications of Kevlar and Carbon fibre.
Conducting polymers - definition, Mechanism of conduction in polyacetylene, Structure and
applications of polyaniline.
Instrumental methods of chemical analysis – I: Introduction, Theory, Instrumentation and
applications of Colorimetry. Potentiometry,

Unit V
Water technology: Natural sources of water – composition of water (dissolved substances).
Mention parameters used to characterize. Water analysis – determination of different
constituents in water: Hardness – definition, Types of hardness and its determination by
EDTA method – numerical problems; Alkalinity– definition and its determination by
phenolphthalein and methyl orange indicator. Determination of nitrate by phenol disulphide
(spectrophotometric). Sulphate by gravimetric, Chloride by argentometric. Fluoride content,
hazards, Deflourination. Determination of dissolved (DO) oxygen by Winklers method.
Biological Oxygen Demand– definition, Determination and numerical problems. Chemical
Oxygen Demand – definition, Determination and numerical problems. Sewage treatment –
primary treatment, Secondary treatment by activated sludge treatment and tertiary treatment.
Potable water – definition, Purification of water by reverse osmosis. Purification of water for
industries-Ion exchange method.
Instrumental methods of chemical analysis – II: Introduction, Theory, Instrumentation and
applications of Flame photometry and Conductormetry.

ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY LABORATORY/ TUTORIAL

Part A
1. Potentiometric estimation of FAS using standard K2Cr2O7 solution.
2. Colorimetric determination of copper.
3. Conductometric estimation of an acid mixture using standard NaOH solution.
4. Flame photometric estimation of sodium in the given sample of water.
5. Determination of pKa of a weak acid using pH meter.
6. Determination of single electrode potential and EMF of a cell.
Part B
1. Determination of Total Hardness of a sample of water using disodium salt of EDTA.
2. Determination of dissolved oxygen in the given sample of water by Winkler’s method
3. Determination of percentage of Copper in brass using standard sodium thiosulphate
solution.
4. Determination of Iron in the given sample of Hematite ore solution using potassium
dichromate crystals by external indication method.
5. Determination of Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) of the given industrial waste water
sample.
New/proposed (Elective type of Experiments)

1. Determination of Tg using DTA

2. Determination of rate of corrosion of metal (Fe).
3. Determination of calorific value of solid using Bomb calorimeter method.
4. BOD determination.
5. Estimation of iron in the rust
6. Preparation of phenol-formaldehyde resin; Novalac.

Note: A minimum of 10 experiments are to be conducted.

Reference Book:
Arthur I. Vogel’s Quantitative Inorganic Analysis including Elementary Instrumental
Analysis, ELBS, Longmann Group, 5th Edition, 1989.

Text Books:
1. P. C. Jain and Monica Jain, A text Book of Engineering Chemistry, Dhanapat Rai
Publications, New Delhi, 12th Edition 2006.
2. B.S. Jai Prakash, R. Venugopal, A text Book of Chemistry for Engineering students.
Edition 2006.
3. R.V. Gadag and Nithyananda Shetty, A text Book of Engineering Chemistry. Edition
2006.
4. Chemistry of Engineering Materials by Leighou and Robert B. McGraw-Hill

Reference Books:
1. Environmental Chemistry by Stanley E. Manahan, Lewis Publishres, 7th Edition
2000.
2. F.W. Billmeyer, Text Book of Polymer Science, John Wiley & Sons, 2nd Edition,
1971.
3. M.G. Fontana, N. D. Greene, Corrosion Engineering, McGraw Hill Publications, New
York, 3rd Edition, 1986.
4. Principles of Physical Chemistry B.R.Puri, L.R.Sharma & M.S.Pathania, S.Nagin
Chand &Co., 33rd Ed., 1992.
5. Industrial Chemistry by A. James and Kent
6. Industrial Chemistry by Roger
7. Engineering Chemistry by B.K. Sharma
 ELEMENTS OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

Subject Code: ME101/201 Credits: 3:1:0

Prerequisite : Nil
Unit I
Energy resources: Conventional; Fossil fuels, Hydropower, Nuclear, Non-conventional:
Solar, Wind, Geothermal, Tidal and ocean thermal energy.
Steam boilers: Formation of steam at constant pressure, Conditions of steam, Properties of
steam (no numerical problems). Boilers; classification, Lancashire, Babcock and Wilcox
boiler, Functions of boiler, Boiler mountings, Accessories and applications
Steam turbine: Prime movers, Impulse, Reaction turbine, Definitions of compounding
Gas turbine: Classification, Working principles and operations, Open and closed cycle gas
turbines
Water turbines: Classification, Working principle of Pelton, Francis and Kaplan turbines.

Unit II
Internal combustion engines: Classification, Parts of an I C engine, 2 stroke, 4 stroke, petrol
and diesel engines, Simple numerical problems on indicated power, Indicated thermal
efficiency, Brake power, Brake thermal efficiency, Mechanical efficiency, Specific fuel
consumption
Refrigeration and air conditioning: Classification of refrigeration, Working principles of
vapour compression and vapour absorption refrigerator, Properties of refrigerant. Air
conditioning, Psychrometry, Working principles of window air conditioner, Central air
conditioning system.

Unit III
Metal removal processes: Machine tools, Parts of engine lathe, Working principle, Lathe
operations; plain turning, Facing, Parting, Grooving, Knurling, Taper turning and thread
cutting, Specifications of lathe
Drilling machine: Working principles of bench and radial drilling machines, Drilling
operations; Drilling, Reamers, Boring, Counter sinking, Counter boring, Spot facing
Milling machines: Milling, Methods of cutting, Milling machines; horizontal and vertical.
Milling operations; Plain, Angular, Slot, Form straddle, Gang, Face and end milling
Grinding machine: Grinding, Grinding wheel, Dressing and truing, Surface, Cylindrical and
centre less grinding machines

Unit IV
Computer numerical control machines: Numerical control, Computer numerical control,
axis, Co-ordinate system, Types of slide control and control system.
Welding, Soldering and brazing: Oxyacetylene welding, Arc welding, Electrodes,
Soldering and brazing.
Bearings: Classifications; Journal bearing, Bushed, Pedestal, Thrust bearings, Foot-step,
collar. Anti friction bearings, Ball and roller.

Unit V
Power transmission: Belt drives; Flat belt drive, Types, Velocity ratio, Slip, Length of belts
for open belt and cross belt drive, Angle of lap, Ratio of belt tensions, Power transmitted,
Creep in belt drive. Pulleys; Stepped, Tight and loose, Idler. V-belt drive, Ratio of tensions.
Simple numerical problems
Gear drives: Classification of gears, Spur gear nomenclature, Angle velocity ratio, Pinion
and rake, Helical gears, Bevel gears and worm gears.
Gear train: Train values, Classification of gear trains and their uses, Simple numerical
problems on simple, Compound and reverted gear trains.
Lubrication: Types of lubrication, Properties, Lubricator; drop feed, Wick feed, Bottle oiler,
Ring oiler, Splash, Pressure lubrication, Grease lubrication; Screw cup and telltale.

Text Books:
1. Elements of Mechanical Engineering by A S Ravindra, Best publishers, Bangalore,7th
edition 2007
2. Elements of Mechanical Engineering by Roy, SKH Choudhury and AKH Choudhury,
Media promoters and publishers, Mumbai, 2007 edition

Reference Books:
1. Thermal Engineering by R K Rajput, 2002 edition
2. Theory of Machines by R S Kurmi, 2007 edition
3. Manufacturing Processes for Engineering Materials by Serope Kalpakjiam and Steven
R Schimid, Pearson education, 2007 edition.
4. Work Shop Manual-Department of Mechanical Engineering. MSRIT, Bangalore
 ELEMENTS OF ELECTRONICS

Subject Code : EC101/201 Credits : 3:1:0

Prerequisite : Nil

Unit 1
Introduction to electronics and design: History of electronics , Electronics systems,
Electronics signal and notation, Classification of electronics systems, Design of electronic
system, Block diagram of communication system; Radio and AM Receiver; Need for
modulation; Super heterodyne receivers; Block diagram of audio system; Block diagram of
television System. Block diagram of Mobile system, Block diagram of laptop system.

Unit II
Semiconductor diodes and applications: Introduction to semiconductors; P-N junction
diode; Diode approximations; DC load line analysis; Temperature effects; half wave, Full
wave and Bridge rectifier; Ripple factor; Shunt capacitor-approximate analysis of capacitor
filter; Zener diode ; Zener diode voltage regulator; (Problems on Diode current equation also
other related topics as applicable)

Unit III
Transistor and biasing: Bipolar junction transistor; Common base; Common emitter and
common collector characteristics; DC load line; Bias point; Relation between α and β
(Numerical problem) Base bias; Collector to base bias; Voltage divider bias; Bias
stabilization.(Qualitative). Single stage common emitter amplifier

Unit IV
Oscillators and amplifiers: Concept of feedback, Barkhausen criterion for oscillator; RC
phase shift oscillator; Hartley, Colpitts and Crystal oscillator; (Numerical problem). Op-amp
Basics; Ideal and practical characteristics of Op-amp; Op-amp Applications :- Adder;
Subtractor; Integrator and Differentiator (Numerical example).

Unit V
Number system and digital electronics: Introduction; Decimal system; Binary; Octal and
hexa decimal number system; Addition and subtraction; Binary coded decimal number.
Boolean algebra; logic gates; Half adder; Full adder.

Text Books:
1. Electronic Devices and Circuits: David A.Bell ; PHI.
2. Electronic Devices and Circuit Theory : Robert Boylestad and Louis Nashelsky :
PHI .
3. Digital Systems Principles and Applications ; Ronald .J Tocci ; PHI.
4. Electronic Communication Systems : Kennedy and Davis ; TMH.
5. Microelectronics Cirucits : Analysis and design : Rashid ;Thomson.
 WORK SHOP PRACTICE
Subject Code: ME103/203 Credits: 0:1:1
Prerequisite : Nil
Part A
Metal removal with turning machine: Study of an engine lathe and its parts: 4 models on
lathe operations containing- turning, Step turning, Taper turning and knurling.
Fitting: Study of fitting tools, Fitting operations and joints: Minimum of 4 models involving
rectangular, Triangular, Semicircular and dovetail joints.

Part B
Welding: Study of electric arc welding tools and equipments: Minimum 4 models on electric
arc welding of butt joint, Lap joint, T-joint and L- joint.
Sheet metal and soldering: Study of sheet metal and soldering tools: Minimum 4 models-
development and soldering of simple cylinder (both ends open), Rectangular and square
prism.

Text Book:
Work shop manual-Department of Mechanical Engineering. MSRIT, Bangalore.

Reference Books:
1. Work Shop Technology- Vol-II- SKH Choudhary, AKH Choudhary, Nirjhar Roy,
Media promoters and publishers pvt Ltd., 2007 edition
2. Shop Theory, James Anderson, Earle E Jatro Tata Mcgraw Hill, 2005 edition
 CONSTITUTION OF INDIA

Subject Code: HSS101/201 Credits: 2:0:0

Prerequisite : Nil
Unit I
Preamble to the constitution, Fundamentals rights under Part -III- details of exercise of rights,
Limitation and important cases.

Unit II
Relevance of directive principles of state policy under Part-IV. Fundamental duties and their
significance.

Unit III
Union Executive- President, Prime Minister, Parliament and Supreme Court of India.
State Executive – Governors, Chief Minister, State Legislator and High Courts.

Unit IV
Constitutional Provision for schedule caste & tribes Women and Children and Backward
classes. Emergency provision.

Unit V
Electoral process, Amendment procedure, 42nd, 44th, 74th, 76th, 86th and 91st constitution
amendments.

Text Book:
A primer on Constitution of India & Professional Ethics published by Registrar, VTU,
Belgaum-2007

Reference Books:
1. Durga Das Basu “Introduction to Constitution of India” (student edition). Prentice-
Hall of India, 19th / 20th Edition 2001.
2. M.V.Pylee “Introduction to Constitution of India, Vikas Publishing 2002.
 ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

Subject Code: HSS102/202 Credits: 2:0:0

Prerequisite : Nil

Unit I
Environmental studies: Definition, Scope and importance. Multidisciplinary nature of
environmental studies.
Ecosystem – Structure and functional components of ecosystem. Producers, Consumers and
decomposers. Food chain and food web. Energy flow and material cycling in ecosystem.
Balanced eco system.
Biodiversity and its conservation: Definition: Species and ecosystem diversity. Threats to
biodiversity: Habitat loss, Poaching of wild life, Man wild life conflicts.
Concept of sustainable development: Definition and objectives.

Unit II
Natural resources: Forest: Benefits of forests. Use and over exploitation, Deforestation and
timber extraction. Dams - their effects on forests and tribal people.
Water resources: Global water resources distribution. Use and over-utilization of surface
and ground water, Floods, Drought, Conflicts over water, Dams-benefits and problems.
Mineral resources: Usage and exploitation, Environmental effects of extracting and using
mineral resources.
Land resources: Land as a resource, Land degradation, Man induced landslides, Soil erosion
and desertification.
Housing, industry and infrastructure: Use of natural resources in the development

Unit III
Human activities: Food: World food problems, Changes caused by agriculture and
overgrazing, Effects of modern agriculture, Fertilizer-pesticide problems, Water logging and
salinity. Organic farming - Definition and advantages. GM foods.
Environmental pollution: Definition, Causes, Effects and control measures of: Water
pollution, Air pollution, Soil pollution and noise pollution. Management of municipal and
industrial solid waste, Hazardous waste and radio active waste.

Unit IV
Energy: Energy sources-Conventional and non conventional / Renewable and non
renewable.
Fossil fuels: Coal, Petroleum and natural gas -Availability, Dependency and environmental
problems. Effect of global price of fossil fuel on nations.
Alternatives to fossil fuels: Hydro electric power, Bio energy, Nuclear, Wind, Solar,
geothermal. Energy of future for transportation-Ethanol, Biodiesel and fuel cells.

Unit V
Current environmental issues: Population Growth, Human health and urbanization. Global
warming (greenhouse effect), Climate change, Acid rain, Ozone layer depletion, Industrial
and nuclear accidents.
Environmental protection: Salient features of Environmental Protection Act, Air & Water
Acts, Wildlife and Forest Acts. Functions of Central and state Pollution Control Boards. Role
of NGO’S. Environmental education.
Environmental impact assessment: Definition, Objectives and benefits
Waste control by engineering systems: Treatment of waste through processes and
equipments.

Text Book:
Environmental Studies – Dr.S.M.Prakash, Elite Publishers.

Reference Books:
1. G.M.Masters, Introduction to Environmental Engineering & Science, Prentice Hall,
New Delhi.
2. Suresh K. Dhameja, “Environmental Engineering and Management” S.K. Kataria &
Sons.
3. J.G. Henry and G. W. Heike, Environmental Science & Engineering”, Prentice Hall.
 ENGINEERING DESIGN

Subject Code: AL101/201 Credits: 2:0:0

Prerequisite : Nil

engineering DESIGN

Subject Code: AL 101 Credits: 2:0:0

Prerequisites: Nil

UNIT I
Introduction to Engineering Design: Historical perspective, Engineering design definition,
The engineering design process, General example, Engineering design interfaces, Principles.
Problem Identification: Introduction, PDS criteria, Content of a PDS, Sample PDS,
Principles, Exercises.

Unit II
Creativity: Introduction, Psychological ‘set’, Inversion, Analogy, Fantasy, Technological
advances, Brainstorming, Morphological analysis, Presentation, Principles, Exercises.
Concept selection: Introduction, Subjective decision-making, Criteria ranking, Criteria
weighting, Datum method, EVAD (Design Evaluation) method, Recommended concept
selection method, Computer aided decision making, Principles, Exercises.

Unit III
Embodiment: Introduction, Size and strength, Scheme drawing, Form design, Provisional
material and process determination, Design for assembly and manufacture, Industrial design,
Principles.
Modeling: Introduction, Mathematical modeling, Optimization, Scale models, Simulation,
Principles, Exercises.
Unit IV
Detail Design: Introduction, Factor of safety, Selection procedure for bought out
components, Robust design, Principles, Exercises.
Design Management: Introduction, Management of design for quality, Project
planning and control, Production design specification (PDS), Quality function
deployment (QFD), Design review, Value analysis/engineering, Principles.

Unit V
Information Gathering: Introduction, Continuous information gathering, Information
gathering for a particular PDS, Information sources, Principles, Exercises.
Presentation Techniques: Introduction, Concept sketches, Scheme drawing, Design
report, Principles.

Text Book:
Engineering System Design by Ken Hurst, Elsevier Science and Technology Books,
May 1999.