Diploma in Civil Engineering

Fee Type	Amount
Programme Fees (per Semester)	₹40000
Examination Fees	₹3000
International Fee (USD)	$2800

Slab	>=60% - 74.99%	>=75% - 89.99%	>=90% & Above
Fee	₹35000	₹30000	₹25000

Course Curriculum

1ST SEMESTER SUBJECTS

This course develops essential English language and communication skills for academic, professional, and workplace settings.

Course Outcome:

At the end of the course, the students will be able to:
CO1: Overcome communication barriers and converse properly
CO2: Apply competence for better application of grammar in different contexts
CO3: Manipulate necessary listening skills to follow and comprehend discourse such as lectures, conversations, interviews, and discussions
CO4: Develop coherence, cohesion, and competence in oral discourse through intelligible pronunciation
CO5: Illustrate the different aspects of communication using the four macro skills: reading, writing, speaking, and Listening skills, according to the professional bent
CO6: Construct effective grammatically correct paragraphs

This practical course develops English communication skills through activities in listening, speaking, pronunciation, vocabulary, and interpersonal communication for academic and professional settings.

Course Outcome:

This course develops fundamental mathematical skills in algebra, trigonometry, matrices, differential calculus, and coordinate geometry for technical and engineering applications.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Apply Complex Number and its representation for two dimensional designing and related calculations.
CO2: Apply the basic concepts of permutation and combination to find out various ways or arrangements possible for a particular problem.
CO3: Apply binomial theorem to find approximate value of certain expressions and extracting roots of certain expressions.
CO4: Design and solve related problems like constructions of roads, dams, bridges and calculation of height, distance, elevation
CO5: Write the equations of a geometric shape used in many engineering problems such as straight line and circle. Optimize the utilization of resources by applying concepts of coordinate geometry

This course introduces fundamental engineering physics concepts including measurement, mechanics, circular motion, work, energy, momentum and viscosity, with emphasis on engineering applications and problem-solving.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Identify physical quantities, parameters and select their units for use in engineering solutions and make measurements with accuracy by optimising different types of errors.
CO2: Solve difficult problems (walking of man, horse and cart problem, flying of bird/ aircraft, etc.)
CO3: Analyse and design banking of roads/railway tracks and apply conservation of momentum principle to Explain rocket propulsion, recoil of gun etc.
CO4: Define work, energy and power and their units. Drive work, power and energy relationship and solve problems about work and power.
CO5: Describe the viscosity of liquids, coefficient of viscosity and the various factors affecting its value.

This practical course develops hands-on skills in engineering physics through experiments involving measurement, mechanics, motion, work, energy, viscosity, and related physical principles.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Verify fundamental laws and principles of physics through laboratory experiments.
CO2: Measure physical quantities such as length, mass, time, current, voltage, and resistance using appropriate instruments.
CO3: Analyse experimental observations and calculate physical quantities using relevant formulas and principles.
CO4: Determine and interpret physical properties such as elasticity, viscosity, surface tension, and electrical resistance through experiments.
CO5: Plot graphs, evaluate experimental results, and identify possible sources of error in measurements.
CO6: Develop practical skills in handling laboratory instruments and perform experiments safely and systematically

This course introduces the fundamental principles of chemistry, chemical reactions, water treatment, fuels, corrosion, and industrial materials.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Basic knowledge of chemistry.
CO2: Fundamental structure of atom.
CO3: Preparation of standard solutions of desired concentration and problem solving skills related to water.
CO4: Apply theoretical concepts of electrochemistry in real life.
CO5: Knowledge of Polymers and plastics, their properties, examples and applications in industry and daily life.
CO6: Knowledge of fuels, calorific value determination, characteristics, and physical and chemical properties of lubricants.

This laboratory course develops practical skills in basic chemical analysis, solution preparation, water testing, acid–base reactions, and identification of chemical properties through laboratory experiments.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Prepare standard solutions and perform acid–base titrations to determine the concentration of unknown solutions.
CO2: Synthesize inorganic compounds such as Mohr’s salt and understand the principles involved in their preparation.
CO3: Measure and analyze the pH and alkalinity of water samples using appropriate analytical techniques.
CO4: Determine moisture content and ash content in coal samples using gravimetric methods for fuel quality assessment.
CO5: Evaluate the viscosity of liquids and relate the results to lubricant performance characteristics.
CO6: Construct electrochemical cells, measure their e.m.f., and estimate water hardness using complexometric titration techniques.

This course develops fundamental knowledge and practical skills in information technology, computer fundamentals, operating systems, office applications, internet usage, and digital tools.

Course Outcome:

At the end of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Identify and operate basic computer hardware, network components, peripherals, operating systems, and application software.
CO2: Apply word-processing tools to create, edit, format, save, and print professional documents.
CO3: Use spreadsheet software to perform calculations, apply functions, analyze data, and prepare charts and worksheets.
CO4: Develop effective presentations using presentation software with appropriate formatting, multimedia, animations, and transitions.
CO5: Apply basic programming, e-mail, Internet browsing, information searching, and online communication skills for academic and professional purposes.

This practical course develops skills in technical drawing, orthographic and isometric projections, sectional views, dimensioning, and basic CAD for engineering applications.

Course Outcome:

At the end of the course, the students will be able to
CO1: Apply BIS standards, drawing instruments, lettering practices, and dimensioning principles in engineering drawings.
CO2: Construct engineering scales and prepare orthographic projections of points and straight lines.
CO3: Develop orthographic projections of plane surfaces and engineering solids using first angle and third-angle projection methods.
CO4: Prepare sectional views, surface developments, and isometric views of engineering components.
CO5: Use engineering symbols and CAD software to prepare basic engineering drawings

This practical course provides hands-on experience in welding, fitting, sheet-metal work, electrical wiring, carpentry, smithy operations, and CAD modelling with emphasis on safety, precision, and workmanship.

Course Outcome:

At the end of the course, the students will be able to:
CO1: Apply safety practices and use appropriate workshop tools, equipment and materials for welding operations.
CO2: Perform fitting and sheet metal operations to manufacture simple engineering jobs according to given specifications.
CO3: Carry out basic electrical wiring and carpentry operations using standard tools, equipment and workshop practices.
CO4: Perform basic forging and heat-treatment operations using smithy tools and equipment.
CO5: Develop 2D/3D CAD models and demonstrate basic additive manufacturing and 3D printing techniques for engineering applications.

This course develops entrepreneurial skills through creativity, innovation, opportunity recognition, design thinking, business models, teamwork, leadership, and startup idea development.

Course Outcome:

CO1 : Demonstrate self-awareness, confidence and growth mindset.
CO2 : Apply creativity and innovation tools to generate ideas and solutions.
CO3 : Identify opportunities through analysis of real-life and community problems.
CO4 : Demonstrate effective communication, teamwork and leadership skills.
CO5 : Explain entrepreneurship concepts, startup ecosystem and support systems.
CO6 : Develop and present a solution-oriented entrepreneurial project.

2ND SEMESTER SUBJECTS

This course develops advanced language and professional communication skills through grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, business correspondence, report writing, notices, agendas, minutes, and professional documentation.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Understand the history, features, and fundamental elements of Java programming, and develop simple Java programs.
CO2: Understand the core concepts of object-oriented programming, including classes, methods, constructors, encapsulation, polymorphism, and arrays.
CO3: Implement Inheritance and Interface in Java Applications
CO4: Handle Exceptions to Create Robust Java Applications and understand the basics of multithreaded programming in Java.
CO5: Implement Applets and AWT Programming
CO6: Handle I/O File Handling Operations.

This practical course develops oral, listening, and interpersonal communication skills through discussions, speeches, seminars, debates, presentations, and professional communication activities.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Overcome communication barriers and converse properly
CO2: Apply competence for better application of grammar in different contexts
CO3: Manipulate necessary listening skills to follow and comprehend discourse such as lectures, conversations, interviews, and discussions
CO4: Develop coherence, cohesion, and competence in oral discourse through intelligible pronunciation

This course develops mathematical skills for engineering applications through calculus, differential equations, numerical integration, and operations research, emphasizing analytical reasoning and problem-solving.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Apply differential calculus to solve max/min and related rate measure problems.
CO2: Apply concepts of definite integrals to calculate the area of a curve bounded by axes.
CO3: Evaluate complex integrals in a simpler way by applying definite integral
CO4: Solve engineering problems by making use of ordinary differential equations.
CO5: Apply differential Equations and Numerical methods for higher learning of Mathematics and Engineering Applications.

This course covers optics, electrostatics, electrical circuits, electromagnetism, lasers, and semiconductor physics, emphasizing fundamental principles and engineering applications.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Understand and apply the principles of reflection, refraction, and image formation to analyze optical systems and solve problems involving lenses and mirrors.
CO2: Apply Coulomb’s law to calculate electric fields, potentials, and forces in various electrostatic configurations.
CO3: Analyze and solve problems related to resistive circuits using Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff’s laws, and the concepts of power, energy, and circuit elements in steady-state conditions.
CO4: Apply Maxwell’s equations and the concepts of electric and magnetic fields to analyze electromagnetic wave propagation and solve problems related to electromagnetic forces and induction.
CO5: Make use of laser for engineering applications.
C06: Understand the behavior of charge carriers in semiconductors and apply semiconductor theory to analyze and design basic electronic devices such as diodes and transistors.

This practical course develops hands-on skills in mechanics, optics, electricity, electronics, lasers, and semiconductor devices through laboratory experiments and measurements.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Apply principles of mechanics and geometrical optics to determine physical quantities through laboratory experiments.
CO2: Analyze the performance of optical instruments and laser systems by conducting experimental measurements.
CO3: Verify fundamental electrical laws and interpret electrical characteristics using graphical analysis.
CO4: Evaluate unknown resistances using bridge networks and galvanometer-based measurement techniques.
CO5: Operate electronic measuring instruments such as CROs to observe and analyze AC/DC signals.
CO6: Investigate semiconductor devices and diffraction phenomena to determine their characteristic parameters.

This course provides an understanding of ecosystems, biodiversity, environmental policies, natural resources, and sustainable environmental management practices for addressing local and global environmental issues.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Analyse the impact of Biodiversity conservation on species and the environment.
CO2: Apply knowledge of environmental policies and legislations to evaluate and propose solutions for local and global environmental issues.
CO3: Implement environmental management plans to address campus environmental issues such as Waste disposal, water management, and sanitation.
CO4: Students will gain knowledge of the structure and function of ecosystems, biodiversity, and the importance of natural resources.
CO5: Recognize the interdependence between humans and the environment.

This course introduces fundamental principles of engineering mechanics, including force systems, moments, friction, centre of gravity, equilibrium, and simple machines, with emphasis on practical engineering applications. ratory experiments.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Explain the fundamental concepts of engineering mechanics, force systems, vector quantities, Newton's laws, and analyze coplanar concurrent force systems using graphical and analytical methods.
CO2: Apply the principles of moments, parallel forces, couples, and equilibrium to determine reactions and solve engineering mechanics problems.
CO3: Analyze problems involving friction on horizontal and inclined planes and determine the conditions required for equilibrium.
CO4: Determine the centroid and centre of gravity of simple and composite plane figures and solid bodies using the moment method.
CO5: Evaluate the performance of simple lifting machines by determining velocity ratio, mechanical advantage, efficiency, and frictional losses for various machine systems.

This practical course develops hands-on skills in force systems, beam reactions, friction, mechanical advantage, machine efficiency, and determination of the centre of gravity through laboratory experiments.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Perform and verify the laws of forces, equilibrium, and reactions using standard engineering mechanics laboratory apparatus.
CO2: Determine the mechanical advantage, velocity ratio, and efficiency of simple lifting machines through laboratory experiments.
CO3: Determine the centre of gravity of regular and irregular lamina and evaluate the coefficient of friction between different surfaces.
CO4: Analyze experimental results, compare them with theoretical values, and interpret deviations using engineering principles.
CO5: Demonstrate proficiency in conducting engineering mechanics experiments, maintaining laboratory records, and following safe laboratory practices.

This course introduces building materials including stones, bricks, tiles, cement, timber, metals, plastics, glass, insulation, and construction chemicals, focusing on their properties, manufacturing, uses, and suitability for construction.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Classify rocks and building stones, identify their properties, and recommend suitable stones for different construction applications.
CO2: Explain the manufacturing process, properties, BIS specifications, and applications of bricks, tiles, and cement used in construction.
CO3: Identify different types of timber and wood-based products, explain their properties, seasoning, preservation methods, defects, and construction applications.
CO4: Describe the properties, commercial forms, and applications of ferrous and non-ferrous metals used in civil engineering works.
CO5: Select suitable modern construction materials such as plastics, glass, insulation materials, construction chemicals, fibre sheets, and interior finishing materials for safe, durable, and sustainable construction practices.

This practical course develops hands-on skills in testing and identifying construction materials, including cement, bricks, building stones, and timber, through standard laboratory and field tests.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Perform standard laboratory and field tests to evaluate the physical and mechanical properties of cement as per BIS specifications.
CO2: Determine the engineering properties of bricks and assess their suitability for construction through laboratory testing.
CO3: Identify commonly used building stones and timber based on their physical characteristics and construction applications.
CO4: Analyze and interpret laboratory test results to evaluate the quality and performance of construction materials.
CO5: Demonstrate competency in handling laboratory equipment, following standard testing procedures, maintaining laboratory records, and practicing safety during material testing

This practical course develops hands-on skills in CAD software through drafting, geometric drawing, modification, layers, annotation, hatching, selection, plotting, publishing, and preparation of engineering drawings.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Apply basic CAD commands and interface tools to create and edit engineering drawings using standard drafting practices.
CO2: Develop professional engineering drawings by using layers, text, tables, and other drafting management tools.
CO3: Utilize display control, visualization, and navigation tools to efficiently create and review CAD drawings.
CO4: Prepare complete engineering drawings with dimensions, hatching, layouts, plotting, and data export using CAD software.
CO5: Demonstrate competency in using CAD software to produce accurate engineering drawings, manage drawing files, and solve practical civil engineering drafting problems following industry standards.

This course develops entrepreneurial skills through opportunity identification, design thinking, business model development, market assessment, startup finance, digital entrepreneurship, and venture planning.

Course Outcome:

CO1 : Identify entrepreneurial opportunities through observation, problem recognition, and customer need analysis.
CO2 : Apply design thinking tools and validation techniques to develop innovative solutions.
CO3 : Develop business models and assess market feasibility for entrepreneurial ventures.
CO4 : Perform basic startup financial planning and identify suitable support systems and funding sources.
CO5 : Utilize digital tools, business platforms, and startup ecosystem resources for venture development.
CO6 : Prepare and present a viable venture proposal using entrepreneurial planning and pitching techniques.

This course develops civic responsibility, teamwork, leadership, communication, and safety awareness through experiential, community-oriented, co-curricular, and road safety activities.

Course Outcome:

O1: Develop awareness of traffic rules and road safety practices.
CO2: Demonstrate responsible and safe behaviour as a road user.
CO3: Develop civic responsibility through participation in community-oriented activities.
CO4: Demonstrate teamwork, communication, and leadership skills through student-centred activities.
CO5: Promote awareness of traffic safety and responsible road-use practices among peers and the community.

3RD SEMESTER SUBJECTS

This course introduces the principles of fluid mechanics, including fluid properties, pressure measurement, fluid flow, Bernoulli’s equation, pipe flow, and basic hydraulic applications.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Explain fundamental terms and properties related to fluids and fluid pressure.
CO2: Calculate the pressure exerted by fluids on the walls of containers.
CO3: Determine discharge and flow characteristics in pipes, irrigation channels, and water supply pipelines using appropriate methods.
CO4: Apply different flow-measuring devices such as venturimeter, mouthpiece, notches, weir, and orificemeter for flow measurement.
CO5: Calculate the required pipe size and determine the dimensions and slopes of irrigation canals and watercourses for specified discharge requirements.
CO6: Differentiate between various types of water pumps and determine losses of head in pipes and channels.

This practical course develops hands-on skills in fluid mechanics through experiments involving pressure measurement, flow measurement, pipe flow, hydraulic devices, and verification of fundamental principles.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Measure fluid pressure using appropriate laboratory instruments.
CO2: Determine discharge and velocity of flow using suitable flow-measuring devices.
CO3: Verify the principles of continuity and Bernoulli’s theorem experimentally.
CO4: Determine head losses due to friction and other flow conditions in pipes.
CO5: Conduct experiments on hydraulic devices and interpret the observed results.
CO6: Record, analyse, and present experimental observations systematically.

This course covers the principles and methods of surveying, including chain surveying, compass surveying, levelling, traversing, and basic field measurements for civil engineering works.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Measure distances and set offsets using chain and tape surveying techniques.
CO2: Measure and convert bearings of survey lines using appropriate methods.
CO3: Calculate reduced levels using levelling techniques.
CO4: Prepare maps of small areas using plane table surveying instruments.
CO5: Prepare topographical maps using traversing and appropriate survey instruments.

This practical course develops skills in field surveying through chain surveying, compass surveying, levelling, traversing, contouring, and preparation of survey plans.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Perform chain surveying and obtain accurate field measurements.
CO2: Measure bearings and offsets using surveying instruments.
CO3: Carry out levelling operations and determine reduced levels.
CO4: Conduct traversing and contouring operations in the field.
CO5: Collect and record survey data systematically.
CO6: Prepare and interpret survey plans from field observations.

This course introduces structural mechanics concepts including forces, equilibrium, support reactions, internal forces, shear force, bending moment, and analysis of structural members.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Conduct tests on mild steel and determine its mechanical properties, including modulus of elasticity.
CO2: Analyse and interpret stress-strain behaviour of mild steel and HYSD steel.
CO3: Calculate forces and support reactions acting on structural members.
CO4: Determine shear force and bending moment for simply supported, cantilever, and overhanging beams subjected to concentrated and uniformly distributed loads.
CO5: Calculate moment of inertia, second moment of area, radius of gyration, section modulus, bending stresses, and moment of resistance for structural sections.
CO6: Determine shear stress distribution, slope, and deflection of determinate structures and verify forces in framed structures.

This practical course provides experience in determining structural responses through experiments on beams, reactions, friction, bending, and related mechanics principles.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Perform laboratory experiments related to beam reactions and structural behaviour.
CO2: Determine mechanical properties of materials using appropriate experimental methods.
CO3: Verify fundamental principles related to friction, bending, and structural response.
CO4: Measure and interpret experimental structural parameters.
CO5: Compare experimental observations with theoretical results.
CO6: Prepare systematic laboratory reports and interpret experimental results.

This course covers principles of building construction, including foundations, masonry, floors, roofs, doors and windows, staircases, and construction practices for buildings.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Select suitable foundations for different types of buildings.
CO2: Explain different types of walls, scaffolding, shoring, underpinning, and their construction methodologies.
CO3: Carry out construction of brick masonry and supervise rubble and ashlar stone masonry works.
CO4: Select suitable types of doors, windows, floors, and staircases for buildings.
CO5: Identify different components of roof trusses and roof drainage systems.
CO6: Identify and select appropriate procedures for plastering, pointing, painting, whitewashing, and distempering.

This practical course develops hands-on understanding of building construction through demonstrations and field-based study of foundations, masonry, floors, roofs, and other building components.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Identify and demonstrate major building construction components.
CO2: Observe and explain construction procedures for foundations and masonry.
CO3: Demonstrate construction practices related to floors, roofs, doors, windows, and staircases.
CO4: Identify materials and assess workmanship used in building construction.
CO5: Examine construction details through field visits and demonstrations.
CO6: Record and present observations related to building construction practices.

This practical course develops skills in preparation and interpretation of building drawings, including plans, elevations, sections, dimensioning, and basic representation of building components.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Prepare foundation plans for different types of foundations.
CO2: Prepare drawings of small residential and other buildings.
CO3: Prepare building drawings using CAD software.
CO4: Prepare details of brick courses and masonry joints.
CO5: Draw sketches of various carpentry joints and different types of arches.
CO6: Read and interpret building drawings.

This course develops awareness of energy conservation, responsible use of resources, prevention of drug abuse, and social responsibility through experiential and community-oriented activities.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Explain the importance of energy conservation and the efficient use of natural resources.
CO2: Identify and practice responsible approaches for energy conservation and environmental protection.
CO3: Explain the harmful physical, psychological, and social effects of drug use and abuse.
CO4: Demonstrate awareness of preventive measures and healthy practices to avoid drug abuse.
CO5: Develop social responsibility and community awareness through experiential learning and awareness activities.

OPEN ELECTIVES

This course introduces the basics of a selected foreign language and develops elementary communication skills for everyday and academic situations.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Develop basic vocabulary and commonly used expressions in the selected foreign language.
CO2: Demonstrate basic communication skills in everyday situations using the selected foreign language.
CO3: Construct simple sentences using basic grammar and language structures.
CO4: Understand and respond to simple spoken and written communication in the selected foreign language.
CO5: Apply basic foreign language skills in practical situations such as greetings, introductions, asking questions, and making simple conversations.

This course introduces students to the structure, activities, discipline, leadership, teamwork, and social-service orientation associated with NCC.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Explain the aims and objectives of NCC.
CO2: Explain the importance of national integration.
CO3: Assist civil administration in performing selected duties during disasters.
CO4: Perform basic drill activities without arms.
CO5: Demonstrate a sense of responsibility towards nation building.
CO6: Participate in voluntary social service activities.

This course introduces the principles and practices of yoga, including basic postures, breathing techniques, relaxation, and wellness practices.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Explain the importance of yoga and its effects on health.
CO2: Perform yoga postures in various forms and combinations.
CO3: Explain the basic philosophy of heartfulness meditation.
CO4: Promote positive health and holistic wellness through yoga and meditation.

This course provides basic knowledge of first aid, emergency response, common injuries, basic life support, and immediate care practices.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Demonstrate basic life support skills, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
CO2: Provide appropriate first aid for simple injuries and multiple-system trauma.
CO3: Identify common emergencies and apply appropriate first-aid measures.
CO4: Demonstrate safe practices for handling accidents, injuries, burns, fractures, and bleeding.
CO5: Develop awareness of emergency response, personal safety, and the importance of timely medical assistance.

This course develops creative writing skills through practice in different forms of written expression, idea development, vocabulary, and effective communication.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Identify and differentiate between various literary genres and forms.
CO2: Apply basic creative writing techniques to express ideas in different forms.
CO3: Develop clear and creative written content for print, digital, and social media.
CO4: Demonstrate effective use of language, vocabulary, and style in creative writing.
CO5: Create simple and engaging written content for different audiences and communication purposes.

This course develops basic skills in sketching, drawing, colour application, visual composition, and creative representation.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Sketch common objects and geometrical and non-geometrical forms found in life and nature.
CO2: Apply different media and materials in visual representation.
CO3: Use colours appropriately in creative visual work.
CO4: Prepare collages using different papers and materials.

This course introduces basic gardening practices, plant care, soil preparation, propagation, maintenance, and sustainable gardening methods.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Explain different techniques of gardening, cultivation, and plant propagation.
CO2: Apply appropriate techniques for raising and maintaining garden seedlings.
CO3: Explain modern techniques of plant propagation.
CO4: Develop awareness and interest in nature and plant life.

This course introduces the fundamentals of photography, including camera operation, composition, lighting, framing, and basic photographic techniques.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Explain the basic principles of photography.
CO2: Operate different types of cameras for taking photographs.
CO3: Apply basic principles of photographic aesthetics and composition.

This course introduces basic legal concepts, rights and responsibilities, legal awareness, and the role of law in society and professional life.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Explain the basic structure and functioning of the Indian legal system.
CO2: Explain the fundamental provisions of the Indian Contract Act.
CO3: Identify major labour laws and laws related to women.

This course introduces the principles of event planning, organization, coordination, budgeting, communication, and execution of events.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Explain the purpose and importance of special events in an organization.
CO2: Apply techniques and strategies for planning successful special events.
CO3: Organize, promote, and conduct special events.
CO4: Assess the quality and success of special events.

This course introduces the principles of balanced nutrition, healthy eating, dietary requirements, food choices, and basic nutritional awareness.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Explain the nutritional value of different food items.
CO2: Explain nutritional requirements during different stages of life.
CO3: Calculate normal dietary requirements and prepare a balanced diet.

4TH SEMESTER SUBJECTS

This course develops professional, entrepreneurial, and interpersonal skills through communication, leadership, workplace behaviour, creativity, innovation, and basic entrepreneurship concepts.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Explain the importance of generic skills in personal and professional development.
CO2: Manage physical, intellectual, and psychological aspects of personal development.
CO3: Demonstrate effective teamwork and task management skills.
CO4: Develop an entrepreneurial mindset and identify support systems for new ventures and small businesses.
CO5: Identify suitable business opportunities through basic market analysis.
CO6: Conduct a market survey and prepare a basic project report.

This course covers concrete materials, properties, mix design, fresh and hardened concrete, concrete production, placing, compaction, curing, and quality control.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Evaluate the physical properties of cement and concrete according to relevant IS codes.
CO2: Conduct tests on coarse and fine aggregates and evaluate their characteristics.
CO3: Interpret aggregate grading and determine the fineness modulus of aggregates.
CO4: Evaluate the workability and strength of concrete.
CO5: Identify defects in fresh concrete, including bleeding, segregation, and harshness, and conduct destructive and non-destructive tests.
CO6: Design concrete mixes as per IS codes and demonstrate appropriate concreting operations.

This practical course develops skills in testing cement, aggregates, fresh concrete, and hardened concrete and evaluating concrete properties through standard laboratory procedures.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Conduct standard tests on cement and determine its relevant properties.
CO2: Conduct tests on coarse and fine aggregates and evaluate their properties.
CO3: Determine the workability of fresh concrete using standard laboratory tests.
CO4: Determine the strength properties of hardened concrete through laboratory testing.
CO5: Interpret laboratory test results according to relevant standards.
CO6: Prepare systematic laboratory records and reports for concrete testing.

This course covers water sources, water demand, water treatment, distribution systems, wastewater characteristics, collection systems, and basic wastewater treatment processes.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Calculate water requirements for a specified population.
CO2: Evaluate and improve water quality by selecting appropriate treatment processes.
CO3: Calculate the required sizes of pipes for water supply and wastewater systems.
CO4: Design and lay basic water supply and sewerage pipe networks for buildings.
CO5: Identify and locate appropriate water supply and sewerage appurtenances.
CO6: Apply suitable methods for sewage disposal and supervise basic water supply and wastewater schemes.

This practical course provides hands-on experience in water quality testing, water treatment processes, wastewater analysis, and related laboratory procedures.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Conduct basic physical and chemical tests for evaluating water quality.
CO2: Determine important water quality parameters using standard laboratory procedures.
CO3: Demonstrate basic water treatment processes through laboratory experiments.
CO4: Analyse wastewater samples using appropriate laboratory procedures.
CO5: Interpret water and wastewater test results.
CO6: Maintain systematic laboratory records and reports.

This course introduces water resources, hydrological processes, precipitation, runoff, irrigation, reservoirs, dams, and basic water resource planning and management.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Identify different crops and determine their water requirements.
CO2: Measure rainfall and interpret rain-gauge observations and hydrographs.
CO3: Explain and supervise construction and maintenance activities related to canals and canal linings.
CO4: Apply suitable water-harvesting techniques.
CO5: Supervise construction and maintenance activities of canal headworks and cross-regulators.
CO6: Carry out basic canal desilting operations.

This course covers modern surveying methods and instruments, including total station, electronic distance measurement, GNSS/GPS, digital surveying, and modern field techniques.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Measure inaccessible distances using modern surveying techniques.
CO2: Conduct area surveys using a Total Station.
CO3: Prepare layouts using Total Station surveying techniques.
CO4: Prepare contour plans manually and using computer software.
CO5: Conduct GPS-based surveys of an area.
CO6: Set out simple circular curves using appropriate surveying methods.

This practical course develops hands-on skills in modern surveying using total station, GPS/GNSS, electronic instruments, field data collection, and survey processing.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Operate a Total Station for field surveying and data collection.
CO2: Carry out measurements using electronic distance-measuring instruments.
CO3: Conduct GPS/GNSS-based field surveys.
CO4: Perform contour surveying and prepare contour plans.
CO5: Process and interpret collected survey data using appropriate software.
CO6: Prepare accurate field records and survey outputs.

This practical course focuses on preparation of engineering drawings related to public health engineering and water resources systems, including layouts and relevant components.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Prepare drawings of traps, manholes, and inspection chambers.
CO2: Prepare water supply plans for buildings.
CO3: Prepare sewerage plans for buildings.
CO4: Prepare longitudinal and cross-sections of channels.
CO5: Draw and demonstrate cross-sections of earthen dams and layouts of canal headworks.
CO6: Read and interpret public health and water resources engineering drawings.

This project-based course provides an opportunity to apply civil engineering knowledge to a practical problem through planning, investigation, design, documentation, and presentation.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Identify and define a practical civil engineering problem based on field requirements.
CO2: Apply relevant civil engineering principles and techniques to investigate and analyse the identified problem.
CO3: Develop appropriate solutions through planning and basic design of the proposed project.
CO4: Prepare systematic project documentation, including drawings, calculations, observations, and results.
CO5: Present the project work effectively and explain the methodology, findings, and proposed solution.

This course develops entrepreneurial awareness, creativity, teamwork, leadership, and social responsibility through experiential and community-oriented activities.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Explain the basic concepts and importance of entrepreneurship.
CO2: Identify potential business and service opportunities.
CO3: Demonstrate teamwork, leadership, and communication skills through entrepreneurial activities.
CO4: Identify entrepreneurial support systems and available resources.
CO5: Prepare a basic idea or project proposal for a potential entrepreneurial activity.

5TH SEMESTER SUBJECTS

This course covers the analysis and design principles of reinforced concrete structural members, including beams, slabs, columns, footings, and basic structural detailing.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Explain the basic concepts and principles of reinforced cement concrete design.
CO2: Explain the limit state design method for reinforced concrete structures.
CO3: Design reinforced concrete beams according to relevant IS codes.
CO4: Design reinforced concrete slabs according to relevant IS codes.
CO5: Design axially loaded reinforced concrete columns.

This course introduces the planning, construction, operation, and maintenance of highways, railways, and bridges, including alignment, pavement, railway components, and bridge fundamentals.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Classify roads according to IRC classifications and explain highway geometric elements.
CO2: Explain the components of flexible and rigid pavements and select suitable highway materials based on their quality parameters.
CO3: Supervise highway construction, repair, maintenance, bituminous mix preparation, and use of road construction equipment.
CO4: Explain basic terminology and components related to airports, railways, bridges, and tunnels.
CO5: Identify railway permanent-way components, rail gauges, fastenings, and fixtures used in railway construction.
CO6: Classify bridges, select suitable bridge types, explain ROB/RUB components, and supervise basic tunnel construction, ventilation, drainage, and lighting works

This practical course develops skills in transportation engineering through laboratory and field-based testing related to pavement materials, aggregates, bitumen, and transportation infrastructure.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Conduct laboratory tests on aggregates and pavement materials.
CO2: Determine relevant physical properties of bitumen and aggregates.
CO3: Conduct tests on subgrade and pavement materials.
CO4: Interpret transportation engineering laboratory test results according to applicable standards.
CO5: Identify highway construction equipment and observe construction operations during field visits.
CO6: Prepare systematic laboratory and field records.

This practical course develops skills in preparing structural drawings for reinforced concrete and steel structures, including plans, sections, reinforcement details, and structural components.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Prepare reinforcement details for different reinforced concrete structural elements from given data.
CO2: Calculate reinforcement details from structural drawings and prepare bar bending schedules.
CO3: Read and interpret RCC structural drawings.
CO4: Read and interpret structural drawings of steel structures.
CO5: Prepare detailed drawings of steel joints, purlins, roof sheets, column connections, plate girders, and steel roof trusses.
CO6: Prepare RCC and steel structural drawing sheets using CAD software.

This field-based activity provides practical exposure to surveying operations, field measurements, data collection, and preparation of survey-related records under supervised conditions.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Interpret contours obtained from field surveying.
CO2: Work effectively as a team during field surveying activities.
CO3: Calculate earthwork quantities from survey data.
CO4: Prepare a topographical plan of a surveyed area.

This course covers the behaviour, analysis, and design of steel structural members and connections, including tension members, compression members, beams, and basic structural systems.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Explain the structural properties and designation of steel sections according to Indian Standards.
CO2: Select suitable bolted and welded connections for steel structures.
CO3: Analyse and design single-angle tension and compression members.
CO4: Analyse and design simply supported steel beams.
CO5: Explain different types of trusses, their components, and applications.
CO6: Select suitable types of plate girders for structural applications.

This course introduces soil properties, soil classification, site investigation, bearing capacity, settlement, foundations, and basic principles of foundation engineering.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Identify and classify different types of soils.
CO2: Determine the shear strength and compaction characteristics of soil.
CO3: Determine liquid limit, plastic limit, maximum dry density, and optimum moisture content of soil.
CO4: Conduct standard tests for evaluating soil properties.
CO5: Calculate the bearing capacity of soil.
CO6: Select a suitable type of foundation according to the loading and soil conditions of a structure.

This practical course develops skills in identification and testing of soils, including grain size, consistency, compaction, permeability, shear strength, and related laboratory investigations.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Determine the grain-size distribution of soil through laboratory testing.
CO2: Determine the consistency limits of soil.
CO3: Conduct compaction tests and determine optimum moisture content and maximum dry density.
CO4: Determine the permeability and shear strength characteristics of soil.
CO5: Conduct standard soil identification and investigation tests.
CO6: Analyse and report laboratory observations for foundation engineering applications.

This course provides structured industrial exposure to civil engineering practices, construction activities, project execution, site management, and professional work environments.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Apply classroom knowledge to actual civil engineering work situations.
CO2: Participate in supervised civil engineering activities and practical assignments.
CO3: Demonstrate understanding of professional practices, site procedures, materials, equipment, and project execution.
CO4: Demonstrate professional communication, teamwork, discipline, and workplace safety.
CO5: Identify and solve basic practical problems encountered during industrial work.
CO6: Prepare an industrial training report and present the work carried out during the training.

This course develops personality, communication, leadership, teamwork, confidence, and professional awareness through experiential and co-curricular activities.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Develop effective interpersonal and communication skills.
CO2: Demonstrate confidence and positive professional behaviour.
CO3: Work effectively in teams and demonstrate leadership qualities.
CO4: Apply effective time-management and professional-discipline practices.
CO5: Develop awareness of workplace expectations and professional responsibilities.

ELECTIVE SUBJECTS

This course covers common defects in buildings, methods of repair, maintenance planning, rehabilitation techniques, and preventive maintenance practices.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Identify factors responsible for the deterioration of buildings.
CO2: Investigate and diagnose different types of building defects.
CO3: Explain the major causes of defects in buildings.
CO4: Select suitable materials for repair and maintenance works.
CO5: Apply appropriate methods for repairing different types of building defects.

This course introduces the principles of green buildings, energy efficiency, sustainable materials, water conservation, waste management, and environmentally responsible construction.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Explain the features and benefits of green buildings.
CO2: Explain appropriate approaches for site selection and site planning.
CO3: Identify concepts and design features of green building components.
CO4: Select and apply eco-friendly green building materials.
CO5: Integrate renewable energy systems and energy-conservation measures in green buildings according to ECBC requirements.
CO6: Evaluate different green building rating systems for building certification.

This course introduces the principles of prestressed concrete, prestressing systems, materials, losses, structural behaviour, and basic applications.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Explain the basic concepts and principles of prestressed concrete.
CO2: Explain different methods of prestressing.
CO3: Calculate the bending and shear capacity of prestressed concrete members.
CO4: Explain different types of losses occurring in prestressed concrete.

This course covers quantity estimation, rate analysis, costing, valuation, measurement procedures, and basic principles used in construction contracts and property valuation.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Explain the units of measurement used for different civil engineering items.
CO2: Calculate quantities of materials and prepare material charts.
CO3: Prepare detailed and abstract estimates from engineering drawings.
CO4: Prepare tender documents for civil engineering works using CSR rates and applicable premiums.
CO5: Apply basic principles of valuation for determining the value of buildings.

This course introduces earthquake-resistant construction principles, seismic effects on buildings, structural safety, detailing practices, and basic mitigation measures.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Classify earthquakes based on their characteristics.
CO2: Explain the seismic behaviour of traditionally constructed buildings.
CO3: Supervise construction practices for earthquake-resistant buildings.
CO4: Monitor reinforcement detailing in earthquake-resistant structures.
CO5: Explain and manage basic rescue operations following an earthquake.

This course introduces construction planning, scheduling, resource management, cost control, project accounts, site management, and basic construction management practices.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Explain the functions and aspects involved in controlling construction jobs and projects.
CO2: Explain pre-tender and contract-stage activities in construction projects.
CO3: Prepare bar charts for simple construction works.
CO4: Apply scheduling techniques such as PERT and CPM.
CO5: Prepare basic job layouts and comply with relevant labour laws.
CO6: Support effective organizational functioning, quality inspection, accident prevention, site safety, measurement-book preparation, and bill of quantities preparation.

6TH SEMESTER SUBJECTS

This course provides extended industrial exposure to civil engineering practices through supervised workplace training, practical assignments, professional activities, and preparation of an internship report and presentation.

Course Outcome:

CO1: Apply civil engineering knowledge and skills in an actual industrial or workplace environment.
CO2: Participate in supervised civil engineering activities and practical assignments.
CO3: Demonstrate understanding of professional practices, site procedures, materials, equipment, and project execution.
CO4: Demonstrate professional communication, teamwork, discipline, and workplace safety.
CO5: Prepare and present an internship report documenting the work and practical experience gained during the internship.

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