Civil Engineering Graduation
*Year 1: Foundational Engineering & Sciences*
*Semester 1*
- *Calculus I* (4cr): Limits, derivatives, integration.
- *Physics I* (3cr): Mechanics, vectors, dynamics.
- *Engineering Graphics & CAD* (3cr): AutoCAD/Civil 3D basics.
- *Chemistry for Civil Engineers* (3cr): Material properties, reactions.
- *Introduction to Civil Engineering* (2cr): Branches, ethics, career paths.
- *Workshop Practice* (1cr): Basic construction tools and safety.
*Semester 2*
- *Calculus II* (4cr): Multivariable calculus.
- *Engineering Mechanics: Statics* (3cr): Force analysis, equilibrium.
- *Programming for Engineers* (3cr): Python/MATLAB.
- *Surveying I* (3cr): Levelling, theodolite, GPS basics.
- *Communication Skills* (2cr): Technical reports, presentations.
*Year 2: Core Civil Engineering Principles*
*Semester 3*
- *Differential Equations* (3cr): ODEs, PDEs.
- *Mechanics of Materials* (3cr): Stress, strain, bending, torsion.
- *Fluid Mechanics* (3cr): Fluid properties, flow, Bernoulli’s equation.
- *Construction Materials* (3cr): Concrete, steel, asphalt, composites.
- *Surveying II* (2cr): Advanced techniques, GIS basics.
*Semester 4*
- *Probability & Statistics* (3cr): Data analysis for engineering.
- *Structural Analysis I* (3cr): Trusses, beams, moment distribution.
- *Geotechnical Engineering I* (3cr): Soil mechanics, classification.
- *Transportation Engineering* (3cr): Highway design, traffic flow.
- *Engineering Economics* (3cr): Cost estimation, project feasibility.
*Year 3: Advanced Civil Engineering*
*Semester 5*
- *Structural Analysis II* (3cr): Matrix methods, finite element basics.
- *Geotechnical Engineering II* (3cr): Foundation design, slope stability.
- *Hydraulics & Hydrology* (3cr): Open channel flow, rainfall-runoff.
- *Concrete Technology & Design* (3cr): Mix design, RCC structures.
- *Environmental Engineering I* (3cr): Water treatment, pollution control.
*Semester 6*
- *Steel Structure Design* (3cr): Beams, columns, connections.
- *Transportation Systems* (3cr): Pavement design, public transit.
- *Elective I* (3cr): E.g., Water Resources Engineering.
- *Construction Management* (3cr): Scheduling, contracts, BIM basics.
- *Lab Component*:
- *Materials Testing Lab* (1cr): Concrete, soil, asphalt tests.
- *Hydraulics Lab* (1cr): Flow measurement, pump systems.
*Year 4: Specialization & Capstone*
*Semester 7*
- *Capstone Project I* (4cr): Real-world design project (e.g., bridge, building).
- *Elective II* (3cr): E.g., Earthquake Engineering.
- *Elective III* (3cr): E.g., Urban Planning.
- *Professional Practice* (2cr): Ethics, contracts, liability.
- *Environmental Engineering II* (3cr): Waste management, sustainability.
*Semester 8*
- *Capstone Project II* (4cr): Prototyping, simulations, and reporting.
- *Elective IV* (3cr): E.g., Advanced Geotechnical Engineering.
- *Elective V* (3cr): E.g., Smart Infrastructure.
- *Internship* (3cr): Industry/field experience (optional).
*Elective Options*
1. *Water Resources Engineering*: Dams, irrigation, flood control.
2. *Earthquake Engineering*: Seismic design, retrofitting.
3. *Highway & Traffic Engineering*: Intelligent transport systems.
4. *Construction Technology*: Green building, prefab systems.
5. *Urban Planning*: Land use, GIS applications.
6. *Coastal Engineering*: Erosion, harbour design.
*Labs & Practical Work*
- *Software Tools*: AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, STAAD.Pro, HEC-RAS, MATLAB.
- *Labs*: Integrated with courses (e.g., soil testing, concrete mix design, hydraulics).
- *Fieldwork*: Surveying camps, site visits.
*General Education Requirements*
- *Humanities/Social Sciences*: 12cr (e.g., sociology, public policy).
- *Management/Soft Skills*: 6cr (project management, leadership).
*Assessment*
- *Exams* (40%), *Projects/Labs* (35%), *Presentations/Reports* (25%).
*Learning Outcomes*
1. Design safe, sustainable infrastructure systems (buildings, roads, water networks).
2. Apply geotechnical, structural, and environmental principles to solve engineering problems.
3. Use modern tools (CAD, BIM, GIS) for modeling and analysis.
4. Manage construction projects with cost, time, and quality constraints.
5. Communicate effectively and adhere to ethical/legal standards.