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BIRLA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Mesra : Ranchi Department of CIVIL Engineering
COURSE STRUCTURE FOR M. E. (CIVIL ENGINEERING) (SOIL MECHANICS & FOUNDATION ENGINEERING)
COURSE STRUCTURE – 2011
Semester I Sl. No. Course No. Course Name L T P C Total C 1. MMA1105 Computational Mathematics 3 1 4 2. MCE1101 Theory of Elasticity and Plasticity 3 3 3. MCE1103 Subsoil Exploration 3 3 4. Elective I 3 3 5. Elective II (Breadth Course) 3 3 6. MCE1102 Concrete Laboratory 3 2 7. MCE1104 Soil Mechanics Laboratory 3 2 20 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Semester II Sl. No. Course No. Course Name L T P C Total C 1. MCE1201 Advanced Soil Mechanics 3 3 2. MCE1205 Earth & Earth Retaining Structs. 3 3 3. MCE1209 Analysis of Foundations 3 1 4 4. Elective III 3 3 5. Elective IV (Breadth Course) 3 3 6. MCE1202 Geotechnical Engg. Design (S) 3 2 7. MCE1206 CAD Laboratory 3 2 20 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- contd. p/2.i
BIRLA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY contn. p/2.i Mesra : Ranchi Department of CIVIL Engineering
COURSE STRUCTURE FOR M. E. (CIVIL ENGINEERING) (SOIL MECHANICS & FOUNDATION ENGINEERING) – contd.
COURSE STRUCTURE – 2011
Semester III Sl. No. Course No. Course Name L T P C Total C 1. MCE2101 Thesis (Part I) 15 15 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Semester IV Sl. No. Course No. Course Name L T P C Total C 1. MCE2201 Thesis (Part II) 20 20 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Total Credit Units 75
Programme Outcomes (POs): The Students will develop ability,
a) To apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering in analyzing and
interpreting real life problems for providing the optimal and achievable solutions.
b) To develop skills and techniques to use basic concepts and tools in civil engineering especially in geotechnical engineering problems.
c) To design a system, concept, or process to meet the desired needs in solving
practical problems considering its technical, professional, and ethical aspects.
d) To impart knowledge to students for enabling him/ her in understanding the impact of engineering problems and their solutions in global, economic, environmental, and social context.
Semester I
MMA1105 Computational Mathematics Credits: 3-1-0 (LTP) 4 Credits Core
A. Course Objectives: This course is intended as an advance course enables the students to get the detailed idea about:
1. Partial differential equations
2. Boundary value problem
3. Calculus of Variations
4. Eigen values and eigen vectors of Matrices
5. Numerical method: Finite difference method
6. Introduction to finite element method
B. Course Outcomes: After completion of the course, the learners will be able to:
1. Formulate the continuous physical systems using mathematical notations as partial
differential equations since most entities in the real world are dependent of several
independent entities.
2. Handle real world dynamic problems with diversity and complexity which leads to
boundary value problem
3. Handle huge amount of problems in science and engineering physics where one has to
minimize the energy associated to the problem under consideration.
4. Gain an understanding of Eigen value problem and gain skills in modelling and solving Eigen value problem.
5. Solve problems involving differential equations, ordinary and partial with regular as well
as irregular boundaries.
6. Demonstrate a depth of understanding in advanced mathematical topics
7. Enhance and develop the ability of using the language of mathematics in engineering
C. Syllabus
Module I Partial Differential Equations : Classification, characteristics and reduction to canonical forms; Affine Transformation; Solution of higher order pde with variable coefficients by Monge’s method;
Module II Boundary value problems; Two-dimensional heat conduction equation; Laplace’s equation in different co-ordinate systems; Vibrating membrane
Module III Calculation of Variations : Extrema of Functions of several variables; Lagrange’s Multipliers; External properties of the characteristic values of (A – B) X = 0; the Euler equation of Variations, the extrema of integrals under constraints; Sturm-Liouville problems; Hamilton’s principle and Lagrange’s eqns.
Module IV Eigenvalues and Eigen vectors of Matrices : Basic properties of eigenvalues and eigen vectors; the Power method; the Rayleigh quotient; Inverse iteration; Jacobi’s methods; Given and Household’s methods; Sylvester’s expansion theorem and Computation of f(A)
Module V
MMA1105 Computational Mathematics Credits: 3-1-0 (LTP) 4 Credits Core
Numerical method : Finite difference method for parabolic, elliptic and hyperbolic equations; Explicit and implicit schemes; Convergence and Stability of schemes
Module VI Introduction to Finite Element Method : Concept of functionals; Rayleigh-Ritz, Weighted Residual (Galerkin) Techniques. Application to two-dimensional problems; Finite element method for one- dimensional problems. Application to two-dimensional problems.
D. Text Books
1. Linear Partial Differential Equations for Scientists and Engineers, Lokenath Debnath
and Tyn Myint U., Fourth Edition, Birkhauser, Boston.
2. I.N.Sneddon, Elements of Partial Differential Equations, McGraw Hill, NewYork, 2006.
3. J D Hoffman, Numerical Methods for Engineers and Scientists, McGraw Hill Inc.,
NewYork, 2001.
4. J N Reddy , An Introduction to the Finite Element Method ; McGraw Hill
E. Reference Books
1. KREYSZIG E. : ADVANCED ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS
2. SASTRY S. S. : NUMERICAL ANALYSIS
3. O.C. ZIENKIEWICZ , THE FINITE ELEMENT METHOD,
MCE 1101 Theory of Elasticity and Plasticity Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Core
A. Course Objectives
1. To explore classical theory of linear elasticity for two and three-dimensional state of stress.
2. To obtain solutions for selected problems of Elasticity in rectangular and polar coordinates as
well as torsion of prismatic bars.
3. To understand the plastic stress strain relations, criteria of yielding and elasto- plastic problems.
B. Course Outcomes
1. The students shall be able to demonstrate the application of plane stress and plane strain in a
given situation.
2. The student will demonstrate the ability to analyze the structure using plasticity.
C. Syllabus
Module I Stress and Strain components at a point; Equations of equilibrium; Stress-Strain relationships– Generalised Hooke’s Law; Strain compatibility relations; Boundary conditions; Uniqueness theorem and Superposition principles; other theorems – double suffix notation is adopted
Module II Transformation of stress and strain at a point, their tensorial character; characteristic equations of stress and strain tensors and invariants – octahedral shear stress
Module III Plane problems of elasticity in rectangular and polar coordinates – stress function approach; Solution by Polynomials; Displacements in simple cases; Problems of Axi-symmetric stress distribution; Problems in Polar coordinates – simple radial stress distribution and problems on wedges
Module IV Semi-inverse and inverse methods; Torsion of non-circular sections; Membrane analogy – thin-walled sections
Module V Strain energy method – strain energy density; Variational principle. Applications to strips, beams, membrane and plate problems
Module VI Complex variable technique – complex stress functions, stresses and displacements in terms of complex potentials, boundary conditions
Module VII
MCE 1101 Theory of Elasticity and Plasticity Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Core
Plasticity – invariants of stress and strain tensors, relationships between the invariants; stress-strain relationships in plasticity; yield criteria in three-dimensional state of stress;Von-Mises and Tresca yield criteria and their graphical representation in stress space
D. Text Books
1. Sadhu Singh, "Theory of Elasticity", 3rd Edition, Khanna Publishers, 2003.
2. Sadhu Singh, "Theory of Plasticity", Khanna Publishers, N.Delhi, 1995
E. Reference Books
1. TIMOSHENKO and GOODIER : Theory of Elasticity
2. CHOW and PAGANO : Elasticity for Engineers
3. MENDELSON : Plasticity for Engineers
MCE 1103 Subsoil Exploration Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Core
A. Course Objectives
1. To learn about objects and stages of site investigation; types of samples and samplers.
2. To know about the different boring methods.
3. To impart knowledge about standard penetration test, static and dynamic cone
penetration tests, in-situ vane shear test, geophysical exploration methods.
4. To know about plate load test, pressuremeter test, piezometer, slope inclinometer.
5. To learn about location of ground water table, offshore exploration; preparation of site
investigation report.
B. Course Outcomes
1. Students would be able to identify the objects of site investigation; and describe the use
of different types of samples and samplers.
2. Students would understand the process of soil exploration by different boring methods.
3. Students shall be able to perform standard penetration test, static and dynamic cone
penetration tests, in-situ vane shear test, geophysical exploration methods.
4. Students will be capable of carrying out plate load test, pressuremeter test; using
piezometer, slope inclinometer.
5. Students would be locate to able to locate ground water table, perform offshore
exploration, prepare site investigation report.
C. Syllabus
Module I Introduction: Objects of site investigation, Information obtained from site investigation, Stages of site investigation – Reconnaissance study- Geological data, Pedological data, Aerial photographs; Detailed investigation – Boring, Sampling, Testing – Lab test, Field Test
Module II Types of samples and sample disturbance: Disturbed and Undisturbed samples; Representative and Non-Representative samples, Area ratio, Inside clearance, Outside clearance, Recovery ratio; Methods of preventing loss of sample; Preservation of samples, Types of samplers.
Module III Direct method and Semi-direct methods of soil exploration: Direct methods – Test pits, Trial pit/ Trenches. Semi-direct methods- Boring – Auger boring, Auger and Shell boring, Wash boring, Percussion drilling, Rotary drilling; Layout and number of boreholes, Depth of borehole; Stabilization of borehole.
Module IV
MCE 1103 Subsoil Exploration Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Core
Indirect methods of soil exploration: Standard penetration test, Static cone penetration test, Dynamic cone penetration test, In- Situ vane shear test; Geophysical Exploration – Seismic refraction, Electrical resistivity.
Module V Other field tests: Plate load test, Pressuremeter test, Piezometer, Slope inclinometer, Permeability test.
Module VI Location of ground water table- Hvorslev method; Offshore exploration- difference between onshore and offshore explorations, geotechnical aspects of offshore structures, phases of offshore site investigation.
Module VII Preparation of report Methodology of report writing of site investigation –Introduction, Borehole log, Field and Laboratory test results, Analysis of data, Conclusions and Recommendation.
D. Text Books
1. Venkatramaiah C. “Geotechnical Engineering”, New Age International Publishers, New Delhi.
2. Ranjan Gopal and Rao A.S.R. “Basic and Applied Soil Mechanics”. New Age International Publishers, New Delhi
E. Reference Books
1. Punmia B.C., Jain A.K., and Jain A.K. “Soil Mechanics and Foundations”, Laxmi Publications, New Delhi.
MCE 1117 Dynamics of Soils and Foundations Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective I
A. Course Objectives
1. Understand the fundamental concepts of Theory of vibration and the various terminology encompassed to study the behavior of soils due to the effects of dynamic loads
2. To recognize phenomenon of Vibration Isolation & assess the nature of wave propagation through soil
3. To study about the dynamic soil properties & their determination by field and laboratory tests & create an understanding about the general principles of analysis and design of machine foundation
4. To familiarize with the methods of analysis of dynamic earth pressure & dynamic bearing capacity of shallow foundations
5. To study the phenomenon of liquefaction and anti liquefaction measures
B. Course Outcomes
1. Develop skill in applying theory of vibrations to basic facets of soil behavior under dynamic loading together with the exposure of the fundamental principles of wave propagation in engineering examples
2. Calculate the dynamic properties of soil and perform relevant tests in laboratory and on field for the analysis & design of foundations which can tolerate dynamic loads by applying the general principles
3. Recognize & differentiate between the conventional behavior and the behavior under the influence of dynamic loads in the analysis of dynamic earth pressure & bearing capacity
4. Evaluate the liquefaction potential using simplified methodology and select appropriate mitigation measures based on nature of vibration which can be isolated and measures for achieving safety of adjacent foundations
5. To perform an equivalent-linear site response analysis
C. Syllabus
Module I Introduction to the Problem of Soil Dynamics & Theories for Vibration of Foundations on Elastic Media – General, Basic Terminologies, Mass-spring system, Natural frequency of foundation soil systems, Transient and vibratory loadings; Vibration isolation and damping, Types and Methods of Isolation, Theory of Vibration Measuring Instruments, Vibration of Multi Degree of Freedom Systems
Module II Wave Propagation in an Elastic, Homogeneous & Isotropic Medium – Stress, Strain & Elastic Constants, Longitudinal Elastic Waves in a rod of infinite length, Longitudinal vibrations of rods of finite length, Torsional Vibrations of rods of infinite & finite length, End Conditions, Wave propagation in an infinite, homogeneous, isotropic, elastic medium & Wave propagation inelastic half space, Geophysical prospecting
Module III Dynamic Properties of Geo-Materials - dynamic soil testing technique, design criteria related to applied loads and material properties, Laboratory and field determination as per I. S. codes, strength & deformation characteristics of soil under dynamic loads, Factors affecting Shear modulus, Elastic modulus & Elastic constants
Module IV General principles of Machine foundation design & Dynamic compaction of soils – Types of Machines and Machine Foundations, General requirements of Machine Foundations, Permissible amplitude, Modes of vibration of a rigid block foundations
MCE 1117 Dynamics of Soils and Foundations Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective I
Module V Dynamic Earth Pressures – Active & Passive pressures, Retaining walls subjected to dynamic load; graphical construction, I.S. code of practice, Pseudo – static methods & Displacement analysis
Module VI Bearing capacity of shallow footings subjected to dynamic loading – foundation response; Pseudo – static analysis; Dynamic Analysis; Design of footings in earthquake-prone areas; I.S. code of practice
Module VII Liquefaction of Foundation soils - factors affecting liquefaction& anti liquefaction measures, criterion for partial and complete liquefaction, mechanism of liquefaction, Field conditions for soil liquefaction, Standard curves & correlations for liquefaction, Evaluation of zone of liquefaction in field, Evaluation of liquefaction potential using SPT
D. Text Books
1. PRAKASH SHAMSHER : Soil Dynamics & Machine Foundations
2. SWAMI SARAN : Soil Dynamics & Machine Foundations
E. Reference Books
1. MAJOR A. : Machine Foundations
2. BARKAND. D. : Foundation for Bases & Machines
MCE 1119 Pre-stressed Concrete Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective I
A. Course Objectives
1. To develop understanding of pre-stressed concrete structures
2. To develop understanding of equipment and materials used in Prestressed concrete.
3. To acquire understanding of design of pre-stressed concrete elements and application to beam, frame and truss problem under codal provision
B. Course Outcomes
1. At the end of this course the student shall have a knowledge of methods of pre-stressing.
2. capability to justify the use of equipment and materials
3. Capability to control of the losses involved of pre-stressing concrete and ability to justify advantages and disadvantages.
4. Capability of design of pre-stressed concrete elements under codal provisions.
C. Syllabus
Module I Basic concepts of prestressing Early developments, advantages and applications, methods of Prestressing : Pre-Tensioning and Post-Tensioning; axial and eccentric pretensioning; load balancing; basic inequalities and equations for design
Module II Materials and Equipments: Materials and Equipments : Properties of Materials; Prestressing equipments; Systems of Prestressing
Module III Design of Prestressed Slabs and Beams: Design of Slabs and Beams : Rectangular, I-Section; critical span
Module IV Shear strength of prestressed concrete beams: Limit state of collapse in flexure – rectangular and flanged beams
Module V Flexure design of types 1, 2 and 3 beams Losses in prestressed concrete beams: Flexure design of Types 1, 2 and 3 beams
Module VI Statically Indeterminate structures Deflection of prestressed concrete beams due to : prestress, shrinkage, creep, End-blocks of Post-tensioned members – Bursting tensions
Module VII Continuous and Fixed Beams: secondary moments, concordant cables, fixed beams & continuous Beams. Prestressed concrete Portal Frames – Hinged & Fixed
D. Text Books
MCE 1119 Pre-stressed Concrete Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective I
1. Krishna Raju N., Prestressed concrete, Tata McGraw Hill Company, New Delhi 2007
2. Mallic S.K. and Gupta A.P., Prestressed concrete, Oxford and IBH publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd. 1997.
3. Rajagopalan, N, “Prestressed Concrete”, Alpha Science, 2002
E. Reference Books
1. Ramaswamy G.S., Modern prestressed concrete design, Arnold Heinimen, New Delhi, 1990
2. David A.Sheppard, William R. and Philips, Plant Cast precast and prestressed concrete – A design guide, McGrawHill, New Delhi 1992.
3. Lin T.Y. Design of prestressed concrete , Asia Publishing House, Bombay 1995.
MCE 1123 Analysis and Design of Pavements Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective I
A. Course Objectives
1. To study about the types and components of pavements
2. To learn about the stresses in flexible pavements and equivalent single wheel load
3. To study the design of flexible pavements
4. To learn about the stresses in rigid pavements
5. To study the design of rigid pavements
B. Course Outcomes
1. Identify the factors affecting the design and performance of diverse types of highways.
2. Evaluate the stresses and strains at various locations of flexible and rigid pavements under various axle load classes.
3. Designing flexible and rigid pavements applying various methods.
4. Designing longitudinal and transverse joints in rigid and flexible pavements.
C. Syllabus
Module I Introduction : Types and components of pavements; Factors affecting design and performance of pavements; Highway and Airport pavements
Module II Flexible pavements : Stresses and strains in an infinite elastic half space – use of Boussinesq’s equations; Burmister’s two and three layer theories; Traffic wheel loads : various factors; equivalent single wheel load for multiple wheels; Repeated loads and EWL factors;
Module III Flexible pavement design methods for highways and airports; Empirical, semi-empirical and theoretical approaches; Development, principle and steps in design of the various methods of pavement design including AASHTO, Asphalt Institute, Shell methods; IRC method of pavement design
Module IV Rigid pavements : Types of stresses and causes; Westergaard’s equations for calculation of stresses in rigid pavements due to traffic and temperature
Module V Design Considerations in analysis of Rigid Foundation: EWL, wheel load stresses, warping stresses, frictional stresses; combined stresses;
Module VI Rigid pavement design : Design of cement concrete pavement for highways and airport runways; Design of reinforcements, tie bars and dowel bars
Module VII Design of joints; IRC method of design; Design of continuously reinforced concrete pavements
D. Text Books
MCE 1123 Analysis and Design of Pavements Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective I
1. HUANG Y. H. : Pavement Analysis and Design
2. YODER E. J. and WITCZAK M. W. : Principles of Pavement Design
E. Reference Books
1. ULLITZ PER : Pavement Analysis
2. CRONEY D. and CRONEY P. : Design and Performance of Road Pavements
(MCE 2123) Rock Mechanics and Tunnelling Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective I
A. Course Objectives
1. To know about scope and problems of Rock Mechanics
2. To understand rock classification, rock coring, laboratory testing of rocks.
3. To understand deformation characteristics of rocks, permeability characteristics
4. To know about mechanical, thermal and electrical properties of rock mass.
5. To know about bearing capacity of homogeneous as well as discontinuous rocks,
6. Rock bolting plastic mechanics
B. Course Outcomes
1. Students should be conversant with scope and problems of Rock Mechanics
2. Students should be exposed with Rock exploration , laboratory testing etc
3. Student should be conversant with Deformation characteristics of rocks.
4. Student should be conversant with mechanical, thermal and electrical properties of rock mass.
5. Student should be conversant with Rock mechanics application, bearing capacity of homogeneous as well as discontinuous rocks, Rock bolting plastic mechanics.
C. Syllabus
Module I Introduction, objective, scope and problems of Rock Mechanics, Classification by origin, Lithological, Engineering.
Module II Rock exploration, rock coring, geophysical methods. Laboratory testing of rocks, all types of compressive strength, tensile and flexural strength tests,. Strength and failure of rocks, Griffith’s theory, Coulombs theory, rheological methods. In-situ tests on rock mass.
Module III Deformation characteristics of rocks, instrumentation and measurement of deformation of rocks. Permeability characteristics , interstitial water on rocks , unsteady flow of water through jointed rock mass.
Module IV Mechanical, thermal and electrical properties of rock mass. Correlation between laboratory and field properties . Analysis of stresses.
Module V Thick wall cylinder, formulae, Kreish equation, Green span method. Openings in rock mass and stresses around Pressure tunnels, development of plastic zone. Rock support needed to avoid plastic deformation. Linked and unlinked tunnels. Underground execution and subsidence . Rock mechanics applications.
Module VI Bearing capacity of homogeneous as well as discontinuous rocks. Support pressure and slip of the joint. Delineation of types of rock failure. Unsupported span of underground openings, pillars. Rock slopes.
Module VII Rock bolting Plastic mechanics. Tunnels, shapes, usages, Methods of Construction,
(MCE 2123) Rock Mechanics and Tunnelling Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective I
Problems associated with tunnels; Tunneling in various subsoil conditions and rocks
D. Text Books
1. JAEGER and COOK : Fundamentals of Rock Mechanics
2. STAGG K. G. and ZIENKIEWICZ O. C. : Rock Mechanics in Engineering Practice
3. FARMER : Rock Mechanics
E. Reference Books
1. FAIRHURST C. : Design Methods in Rock Mechanics
2. HOSKINS E. R. Jr. : Applications of Rock Mechanics
3. HARDY H. R. Jr. : New Horizons in Rock Mechanics
4. O’BERT and LEONARD : Rock Mechanics and Design of Structures
MCE 1113 Flows through Porous Media Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective II/IV
A. Course Objectives
1. To know the fundamentals of groundwater flow.
2. To understand the application of conformal transformation.
3. To know about the seepage of water below the hydraulic structures.
4. To know about the well hydraulics.
5. To understand the concept of groundwater flow modelling and groundwater pollution.
B. Course Outcomes
1. Solution of groundwater flow problems.
2. Application of conformal transformation in solving groundwater flow problems.
3. Solving the problems of well hydraulics.
4. Development of groundwater flow models.
C. Syllabus
Module I Introduction, occurence of ground water flow and storage characteristics of aquifers, Darcy’s law; Anisotropy and heterogeneity, Governing equations for ground water flow, Dupuit-Forchheimer assumptions, general differential equations governing ground water flow, Analytical solutions
Module II Dupuit’s theory for unconfined flow, Two-dimensional flow in horizontal impervious boundaries; Free surface subject to infiltration / evaporation; Pavlovsky solution
Module III Flownets solution by conformal transformation, reciprocal function, velocity hodograph, Zhokovsky function, Schwarz-Christoffel transformation Confined flow : beneath weirs; Khosla’s solution; weirs on permeable soils with sheet piles.
Module IV Approximate solution – method of fragments; seepage through earth dams on porous base with toe filter and tail water; solution by inversion
Module V Electrical Analogy; Sketching flownets for various cases
Module VI Wells – Different types; Well hydraulics; Steady and unsteady state solutions for confined, unconfined and leaky aquifers , effect of boundaries, method of images, Pumping test analysis, Interference of wells partially and fully penetrating; source and sink; use of complex variables
Module VII Ground water conservation, artificial recharge, Ground water pollution : remedy and prevention; Ground Water flow modeling
D. Text Books
MCE 1113 Flows through Porous Media Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective II/IV
1. HARR M. E. : Ground Water and Seepage
2. KOCHINA P. : Theory of Ground Water Movement
E. Reference Books
1. SPANGLER M. G. : Soil Engineering
MCE 1115 Analysis and Design for Wind and Earthquake Forces
Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits
Elective II/IV
A. Course Objectives
1. To understand the basic concept design of structures subjected to lateral load.
2. To study the behaviour, analysis and design of tall structures.
3. To understand the fundamental concepts of design of structures subjected to wind Load.
B. Course Outcomes
1. Determine wind and seismic forces on buildings.
2. Recognize characteristics of different structural systems.
3. Design and ductile detailing of structures for seismic resistance as per Indian Standards.
4. Apply concepts of repair and rehabilitation of earthquake affected structures.
5. Develop and organize design calculations for a tall building.
C. Syllabus
Module I Design parameters, Code provisions, IDRS (Inelastic Design Response Spectra), response reduction factors energy dissipation capacity, Principles of Capacity Design, Detailing of R C members and joints,
Module II Push-over analysis, Inelastic cyclic behaviour of steel and concrete structures, ductility and
Module III Design and Detailing of Steel structures including braced and moment resistant frames, Damage Evaluation and Retrofitting, Application of Codal provisions.
Module IV Wind gust loading – Basic concepts, Spectral description structural response, Aerodynamics instability and damping.
Module V Vortex shedding, Introduction to Gust.
Module VI Gust factors along wind and Ovalling excitation – design impact and counter measures, aero-elastic excitation.
Module VII Galloping – flutter, design wins speeds and risk coefficients, design wind pressure and pressure coefficients, wind tunnel testing
D. Text Books
1. AGARWAL PANKAJ and SHRIKHANDE MANISH : Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures Prentice-Hall (2006)
2. Sachs, P., Wind Forces in Engineering, Pergamon Press (1972).
3. Holmes, J.D., Wind Loading of Structures, Taylor & Francis (2007).
E. Reference Books
MCE 1115 Analysis and Design for Wind and Earthquake Forces
Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits
Elective II/IV
1. Smith, Byran Stafford and Coull, Alex, Tall Building Structures: Analysis and Design, John Wiley and Sons (1991)
2. Taranath, B. S., Analysis and Design of Tall Buildings, Tata McGraw Hill Limited (1988).
3. Symposium on Tall Buildings with particular reference to Shear Wall Structures, held at University of Southampton (1996).
MCE 1102 Concrete Laboratory Credits: 0-0-3 (LTP) 3 Credits Sessional
A. Course Objectives
1. To determine the physical properties of cement, fine and coarse aggregate
2. To design the mix, make the specimens and test the same for the strength for comparison with design strength
B. Course Outcomes
1. Conduct Quality Control tests on concrete making materials
2. Conduct Quality Control tests on fresh & hardened concrete
3. Design and test concrete mix
4. Conduct Non-destructive tests on concrete
C. Syllabus
Syllabus Tests on concrete making materials : i. Tests on cement ii. Tests on aggregates iii. Tests on concrete Tests on Cement
1. Standard Consistency and Setting times 2. Fineness of Cement 3. Compessive strength of cement sand mortar 4. Soundness of cement
Tests on aggregates
1. Fineness Modulus and Grain size distribution 2. Bulking of Fine aggregate 3. Percentage voids in aggregates 4. Aggregate Crushing value 5. Aggregate Impact value 6. Shape Test 7. Aggregate Abrasion value
Tests on concrete
1. Slump Test 2. Compaction Factor Test
Proportioning of concrete mixes : Basic considerations for concrete mix design Method of concrete mix design based on Indian Standard recommended guideline NDT Tests
MCE 1104 Soil Mechanics Laboratory Credits: 0-0-3 (LTP) 3 Credits Sessional
A. Course Objectives
1. To determine the physical properties of soil
2. To find out the design parameters involved in foundation engineering
B. Course Outcomes
1. Able to determine classification parameters and other physical properties of soil
2. Capable of finding out strength properties of soil
C. List of Experiments
1. Determination of moisture content 2. Determination of specific gravity 3. Determination of Atterberg limits 4. Grain size distribution 5. Proctor compaction test 6. Determination of coefficient of permeability (constant head method) 7. Determination of coefficient of permeability (variable head method) 8. Determination of field density (by sand replacement and core cutter) 9. Unconfined compression test 10. Vane shear test 11. Direct shear test 12. Triaxial test
Semester II
MCE 1201 Advanced Soil Mechanics Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Core
A. Course Objectives
1. To know the advanced concepts and theories in Geotechnical and Foundation Engineering
2. To have thorough knowledge of clayey soil (minerals and bonds) and factors governing its
engineering behavior
3. To study about advanced equipment’s used for analysis of structure of clay
4. Analyze the behavior of soil considering various failure criteria and stress and strain paths
5. To understand critical straight line, state boundary surfaces and elastic & plastic deformation of
soil
B. Course Outcomes
1. Explain the importance of advanced concepts and theories in soil mechanics
2. Predict the suitability of clayey soil for various geotechnical applications
3. Familiarity with advanced equipment’s.
4. Analyze and interpret the state of stress in soil and evaluate various failure criteria for
soils
5. Knowledge on critical state model for the deformation and strength of soils
C. Syllabus
Module I Clay Minerology Types of bonds; Clay-Water system; Diffused Double Layer; Gouy-Chapman theory
Module II Clay Minerals Kaolinite ,Illite, Montmorillonite; SEM and DTA; Expansive Soils
Module III Capillary Water Capillary phenomenon and potential; Gas pressure in bubbles and voids; Suction of held water; Soil suction; Sorption curves
Module IV State of Stress and Strain in Soils Effective and total stress concept ; Stress-Path concept ; Stress path in triaxial tests
MCE 1201 Advanced Soil Mechanics Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Core
Module V Limit State Equilibrium in Soils Fundamental concepts ; Yield criteria and failure theories, Yield surfaces, Choice of shear parameters for design; Mathematical consideration
Module VI Critical State Soil Mechanics Critical state line; Roscoe and Hvorslev surfaces; Complete state boundary
Module VII Behaviour of Soils before Failure Elastic and Plastic deformation; Plasticity of soils; Camclay Model
D. Text Books
1. Grim R.E. : Clay Minerology
2. Atkinson and Bransby : Critical State Soil Mechanics
3. Lambe t. W. and Whitman R. V. : Soil Mechanics
E. Reference Books
1. Van Olphen, H., Clay colloid Chemistry
2. Braja, M, Das : Advanced soil mechanics
3. Wood, D.M., "Soil behaviour and Critical State Soil Mechanics
MCE 1205 Earth & Earth Retaining Structures Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Core
A. Course Objectives
1. To know about aims of stability analysis, natural slopes and its stability ,man made slopes, Geomorphology and Slopes, Types of Slope movement and Land slides
2. To analyze stability of slope by Fellinius method, Bishop’s method and Morgestern-Price methods, Variational approach, Statistical and Probabilistic analysis
3. To know about effect of ground water table i.e. Seepage force, hydrostatic force, Excess Pore water pressures, Progressive failure of Slopes, Seismic and Blast vibration effect on slope. Embankment and earth rock dams.
4. To be exposed to rock slope Stability i.e. behavior of rock slope in presence of structural discontinuities, weak and fragmented rock, rock mass rating.
5. To be conversant with Slope Protection measures like Drum- debris walls, Geo-textiles and Geo-membranes, Geo-grids and Gabions, Re-vegetation mats, Braced coffer dams – walls and supports, bottom heave and piping, Cellular coffer dams, Cantilever sheet pile walls, Anchored Bulkheads with Free and Fixed Earth supports, Rowe’s moment reduction method and Modified equivalent Beam method, Bulkhead anchorages, Failures in Anchored Bulkheads.
B. Course Outcomes
1. Student shall be exposed to aims of stability analysis, natural slopes and its stability man Made slopes, Geomorphology and Slopes, Types of Slope movement and Land slides
2. Student shall be analyze stability of slope by Fellinius method, Bishop’s method and Morgestern-Price methods, Variational approach, Statistical and Probabilistic analysis.
3. Student should know about effect of ground water table i.e. Seepage force, hydrostatic force, Excess Pore water pressures, Progressive failure of Slopes, Seismic and Blast vibration effect on slope. Embankment and earth rock dams.
4. Student shall be exposed to rock slope Stability i.e. behavior of rock slope in presence of structural discontinuities, weak and fragmented rock, rock mass rating.
5. Student shall be conversant with Slope Protection measures like Drum- debris walls, Geo-textiles and Geo-membranes, Geo-grids and Gabions, Re-vegetation mats, Braced coffer dams – walls and supports, bottom heave and piping, Cellular coffer dams, Cantilever sheet pile walls, Anchored Bulkheads with Free and Fixed Earth supports, Rowe’s moment reduction method and Modified equivalent Beam method, Bulkhead anchorages, Failures in Anchored Bulkheads.
C. Syllabus
Module I Introduction :- Stability of Slopes, Aims of Slope Analysis, Natural Slopes and their stability, Man-made
Slopes, Geomorphology and Slopes, Types of Slope movement and Land slides.
Module II Methods of Analysis :- Fellinius method, Bishop’s method and Morgestern- Price methods, Variational
approach, Statistical and Probabilistic analysis.
MCE 1205 Earth & Earth Retaining Structures Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Core
Module III Effect of ground water table :- Seepage force, hydrostatic force, Excess Pore water pressures, Progressive failure of Slopes, Seismic and Blast vibration effect on slope. Embankment and Earth -rock dams
Module IV Rock slope Stability: - Behavior of rock slope in presence of structural discontinuities, Weak and
fragmented rock, Rock Mass rating. Case studies of Slope failure.
Module V Slope Protection :- Drum- debris walls, Geo-textiles and Geo-membranes, Geo-grids and Gabions, Re-
vegetation mats.
Module VI Coffer dams :- Braced coffer dams – walls and supports, bottom heave and piping, Cellular coffer dams.
Module VII Sheet Piles :- Cantilever sheet pile walls, Anchored Bulkheads with Free and Fixed Earth supports,
Rowe’s moment reduction method and Modified equivalent Beam method, Bulkhead anchorages,
Failures in Anchored Bulkheads.
D. Text Books
1. R.N Chowdhury ; Slope Stability
2. T. William Lambe and Robert V. Whitman : Soil Mechanics
E. Reference Books
1. E. Hoek and Bray : Rock Slope Engineering.
MCE 1209 Analysis of Foundations Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Core
A. Course Objectives
1. To learn about different theories of bearing capacity, concept of stress distribution and settlement calculations.
2. To impart knowledge about different types of combined footings, and design of raft
footing.
3. To learn design of pile foundations including pile groups.
4. To learn design of well foundations, cofferdams and pier foundations.
5. To learn earth pressure computations and response of retaining walls under earthquake
force.
B. Course Outcomes
1. Student shall be able to choose type of foundations; perform calculations of bearing capacity using different theories; perform calculation of vertical stress and settlement below foundations.
2. Student would be able to perform design of rectangular and trapezoidal combined footings, strap footing, and raft foundation.
3. Student will be capable of analyzing the mechanics of load transfer in piles; calculation of pile load carrying capacity; able to design pile groups.
4. Student shall be able to calculate load carrying capacity of well foundations; analysis of well foundations based on bulkhead concept; analysis of stability and design of coffer dams; understanding the concept and uses of pier foundations.
5. Student can perform analysis of retaining wall failure under earthquake load; computations of earth pressures on retaining walls subjected to dynamic loading.
C. Syllabus
Module I Foundation types and Bearing capacity: Types of foundations - Shallow foundations and Deep foundations. Choice of foundation type. Strip footing, Square, Rectangular and Circular footings. Bearing capacity of shallow foundations – analyses of Prandtl, Terzaghi, Skempton, Meyerhof, Hansen, Vesic. Safe and allowable bearing pressure. General and local shear failure. Effect of water table on bearing capacity. Bearing capacity from field tests.
Module II Stress distribution and settlement in soils: Stresses due to foundation loading- Boussinesq’s analysis. Vertical stresses below uniform line load, uniform strip load, rectangular load, circular load, triangular load. Newmark’s chart, Pressure bulb. Elastic, Primary consolidation and Secondary settlement of soil.
Module III Combined footings: Types of combined footings – Rectangular combined footing, Trapezoidal combined footing, Strap or cantilever footing. Advantages of combined footings. Analysis of conditions under which combined footings are used.
MCE 1209 Analysis of Foundations Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Core
Module IV Raft footings: Common types of raft foundations. Bearing capacity of rafts on clay and sands. Design of Raft foundations – conventional method and elastic method (soil line method). Floating raft.
Module V Pile foundations:
Types of pile foundation. Mechanics of load transfer in piles. Critical depth. Determination of pile capacity. Pile load test. Underreamed piles. Design of Pile groups including settlement calculations. Negative skin friction. Piles under horizontal forces.
Module VI Well foundations, Coffer dams and Pier foundations: Types of well foundations, Components of well foundations, Sinking of well foundations, Allowable bearing pressure, Analysis based on bulkhead concept. Cofferdams – types and uses, Stability and design of cofferdams. Pier foundation and its types and uses.
Module VII Earthquake response of retaining walls: Types of retaining wall failure, Earth pressure computations on retaining walls. Dynamic response of retaining walls, Seismic pressure on retaining walls, Mononobe-Okabe method. Active earth pressure conditions, Passive earth pressure conditions.
D. Text Books
1. Som N.N. and Das S.C. “Theory and Practice of Foundation Design”, PHI Learning Private Limited, Delhi.
2. Moitra Debashis. “ Geotechnical Engineering”, Universities Press, Hyderabad.
E. Reference Books
1. Bowles, J.E. “Foundation Analysis And Design”, McGraw Hill Education (India) Private Limited, New Delhi.
MCE 2117 Structural Design of Foundations Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective III
A. Course Objectives
1. To learn about types and purposes of different foundation systems and structures.
2. To build the necessary theoretical background for design of foundation systems.
3. To provide students with exposure to the systematic methods for designing foundations.
B. Course Outcomes
1. Design and carry out the reinforcement detailing for several types of foundations.
2. Design special Foundations such as shell foundation, Well foundationetc.
C. Syllabus
Module I Introduction to Limit State Design of reinforced concrete in foundations; Soil Pressure consideration in foundation structural design
Module II Conventional Structural design of continuous, individual Foundations
Module III combined footings and rafts; Circular rafts and ring foundations
Module IV Footing flexibility and Structure – Soil interaction
Module V Structural design of piles and pile caps, Piers and Caissons
Module VI Special Foundations
Module VII Introduction to Shell Foundations
D. Text Books
1. BRAHMA S. P. : Foundation Engineering
2. KURIEN N. P. : Shell Foundations
E. Reference Books
1. BOWLES J. E. : Foundation Analysis an Design
MCE 2121 Dynamics of Structures Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective III
A. Course Objectives
1. To introduce dynamic loading and dynamic performance of a structure with idealization of structure as single degree of freedom
2. To impart the knowledge on multiple degree of freedom system and to determine the response to free and forced vibrations.
B. Course Outcomes
1. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering by developing the equations of motion for vibratory systems and solving for the free and forced response.
2. Ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems. This will be accomplished by having students model, analyze and modify a vibratory structure order to achieve specified requirements.
3. Understanding professional and ethical responsibilities. This will be accomplished by emphasizing the importance of understanding how structural vibrations may affect safety and reliability of engineering systems.
4. An ability to use the techniques, skill and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice will be accomplished by giving students realistic problems which will require MatLab for solutions.
C. Syllabus
Module I Structures modeled as a single-degree-of-freedom system, Undamped system;
Springs in parallel or in series; Newton’s laws of motion; D’ Alembert’s principle; Dynamic equation of motion; Solution of dynamic equation of motion for critically, overdamped and underdamped system; Logarithmic decrement; Free and forced vibration; Response of single D.O.F system to harmonic loading; Damping at resonance; Response to support motion; Force transmitted to the foundation.
Module II Response to general dynamic loading and response in frequency domain Impulsive loading and Duhamel’s/Convolution integral; Numerical solution of Duhamel’s integral; Fourier analysis; Response to loading represented by Fourier series; Discrete Fourier analysis; Fast Fourier transform.
Module III Time domain solution of dynamic equation of motion, Central difference method;
Newmark’s average acceleration method.
Module IV Response spectra, Construction of response spectrum; Tripartite response spectrum;
Response spectrum for elastic design.
Module V Free vibration of shear building, Natural frequency and normal modes; Orthogonality
properties of normal modes
Module VI Forced motion of shear buildings, Modal superposition method; Response of a shear
building to base motion.
MCE 2121 Dynamics of Structures Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective III
Module VII Damped motion of a shear building and reduction to dynamic matrices, Equation for
damped shear building; Uncoupled damped equations; Conditions for damping uncoupling; Static condensation; Static condensation applied to dynamic problems.
D. Text Books
1. MARIO PAZ : Structural Dynamics; CBS Publishers
2. Clough, R.W., Penzin, J., Dynamics of Structures, McGraw Hill International Editions (1993)
E. Reference Books
1. CHOPRA A. K. : Dynamics of Structures; Prentice Hall of India
MCE 1125 Limit State Design of Structures Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective III
A. Course Objectives
1. To understand Limit State design.
2. To understand flexural behavior of RC beam sections through full range of loading
3. To determine nominal moment capacity of any beam section and develop flexural design
procedure for singly and double reinforced sections.
4. To analyze nominal strength of column sections subjected to axial load and bending
moments, and develop section design procedures for uniaxial and biaxial bending with
axial load.
5. To analyze complete any floor systems for bending, and shear, and develop section
designs and reinforcement detailing requirements for all elements of the system.
B. Course Outcomes
1. Will be able to perform plastic analysis.
2. Given any beam loading and support conditions, be able to design and calculate short‐term and long‐term deflections and check them against code limitations
3. Given any set of axial loads and bending moments, be able to use design charts to design a column section to resist those loads
4. Given any shape of slab, be able to analyse and design the slab
C. Syllabus
Module I Introduction : Stress-Strain relationship; Fully Plastic moment and Plastic hinge Simple cases of Plastic collapse : Simply supported and Fixed beams, Portal frames Basic theorems : Principle of virtual work; Partial, Complete and Over-complete collapses. Upper bound, lower bound and uniqueness theorems
Module II Design : Trial and Error method, combined mechanisms, plastic moment distribution
Module III Deflection : Moment-curvature relations, simple beams and portal frames. Deflection at collapse. Minimum weight design : characteristic strength, partial factor of safety
Module IV Shear and Torsion, simply reinforced, doubly reinforced and Tee beams
Module V Serviceability requirements : Deflection – long and short term deflections
Module VI Compression members : Axially loaded, short columns, slender columns, combined bending and axial forces, biaxial bending, use of SP-16
MCE 1125 Limit State Design of Structures Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective III
Module VII Design of slabs in flexure failure : Yield line theory, work method, equilibrium method, strip method
D. Text Books
1. PUNMIA B. C. : Limit State Design
2. Jain, A.K., Reinforced Concrete-Limit State Design, Nem Chand & Bros (1999).
E. Reference Books
1. NEAL B. G. : Plastic method of Structural Analysis
2. Varghese, P. C., Limit State Design of Reinforced Concrete, PHI Publishers (2002).
MCE 2127 Mining Engineering Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective III
A. Course Objectives
1. To know about Mineral History of India. Geological aspects controlling selection of mining methods opencast and underground mining. Advantages and disadvantages of opencast mining and underground mining. Mining and Environment. Haul roads in opencast mining.
2. To be exposed with rock Slope Engineering like Structural discontinuities and its impact
on rock slope stability. Wedge failure, plane failure, Circular failure and toppling failure.
3. To be conversant with Air and Noise Pollution and air blast.
4. To be conversant with Land degradation and Subsidence, preparation of Mine closure
plans.
B. Course Outcomes
1. Student shall be conversant with Mineral History of India. Geological aspects controlling selection of mining methods opencast and underground mining. Advantages and disadvantages of opencast mining and underground mining. Mining and Environment. Haul roads in opencast mining.
2. Student will be exposed with rock Slope Engineering like Structural discontinuities and its impact on rock slope stability. Wedge failure, plane failure, Circular failure and toppling failure.
3. Student will be exposed with waste dump Stability like External and Internal dump. Diverse types of failure modes in waste dumps. Factors influencing stability of external and internal dumps with case histories of rock slope and waste dump failures.
4. Student should be conversant with Air and Noise Pollution and air blast.
5. Student should be conversant with Land degradation and Subsidence, preparation of Mine closure plans.
C. Syllabus
Module I Introduction : Mineral History of India. Geological aspects controlling selection of mining methods opencast and underground mining. Advantages and disadvantages of opencast mining and underground mining. Mining and Environment. Haul roads in opencast mining.
Module II Rock Slope Engineering : Structural discontinuities and its impact on rock slope stability.Wedge failure, plane failure, Circular failure and toppling failure.
Module III Waste dump Stability : External and Internal dump. Different types of failure modes in waste dumps. Factors influencing stability of external and internal dumps.
Module IV Case histories : Fatal accidents due to slope failure of rock slope and dump slope. Preventive measures to tackle accident due to slope failure in surface mining
Module V Air and Noise Pollution and air blast : Mining related pollutants, Water Pollution, Water in mineral industry. Ground vibration due to blasting.
MCE 2127 Mining Engineering Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective III
Module VI Land degradation and Subsidence : Reclamation of mined land and waste dumps, re-vegetation, Prediction of subsidence, subsidence damage control.
Module VII Mine closure : Principles, Planning, financial provision, implementation, standards for closure criteria, developing closure plans, progressive and mine closure.
D. Text Books
1. Saxena NC, Singh Gurdeep and Ghosh R, (Ed.) : Environmental Management in Mining Areas Scientific Publishers (India), Jodhpur 2003
2. Mathur S. P. :: Opencast coal mining
E. Reference Books
1. Hoek E. & Bray : Rock slope Engineering
2. Ritcey G M : Tailings Management, Elsevier, 1997.
3. Down CG and Stocks Environmental Impact of Mining Jl. Applied Science Publishers, London, 1978.
4. Boca Raton : Environmental Impacts of MiningMonitoring, Restoration & Control. Lewis Publishers
5. EPA (Australia) : (1997-2004) Best Practices Environmental Management in Mining
MCE 2113 Numerical Methods of Structural Analysis Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective II/IV
A. Course Objectives
1. To analyze structural engineering systems by various approaches
B. Course Outcomes
1. The students will be able to develop the stiffness matrix of the structures and analyze them using displacement methods
2. The students will be able to develop the flexibility matrix of the structures and analyze them using force methods
C. Syllabus
Module I Flexibility Method – member actions, reactions and joint displacements
Module II Flexibility Method – effects of settlements, prestraining and temperature – equivalent joint loads – members and system flexibility matrices – transfer matrices – multiple load system – effects of axial deformations equations of the flexibility method
Module III Flexibility Method – Applications to problems of beams, plane pin-jointed trusses and plane rigid jointed frames
Module IV. Stiffness method – coordinate systems – member actions, reactions and joint displacements
Module V Stiffness method – member stiffness matrices – transfer matrices – rotation transformation – system stiffness matrix – partitioning
Module VI Equations of the stiffness method – effects of settlements, pre-straining and temperature – support displacements due to settlements – elastic supports – non-prismatic members
Module VII Stiffness Method-Applications to problems of beams, plane pin-jointed trusses and plane rigid-jointed frames
D. Text Books
1. Pandit & Gupta, Matrix Analysis of Structures, Tata McGraw Hill Publications (2003).
2. McCormac, J. C. & Nelson, J. K., Structural Analysis: A Classical and Matrix Approach, John Wiley and Sons (1997).
E. Reference Books
1. KANCHI M. B. : Matrix Methods of Structural Analysis (Wiley Eastern Ltd.)
2. GERE and WEAVER : Analysis of Framed Structures (D. Van Nostrand Co. – Affiliated EWP Ltd.)
MCE 2113 Numerical Methods of Structural Analysis Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective II/IV
3. VANDERBILT M. D. : Matrix Structural Analysis (Quantum Publ. Inc.)
4. MARTIN H. C. : Introduction to Matrix Methods of Structural Analysis (McGraw Hill Book Co.)
MCE 2125 Finite Element Method Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective II/IV
A. Course Objectives
1. To understand the basic concept of finite element and derive the shape functions for one, two, and three dimensional finite elements including plate and shell elements.
2. To study the various finite element procedures and solution techniques for linear and nonlinear finite element static and stability analysis of structures
B. Course Outcomes
1. Comprehend quantitative and analytical methods
2. Apply mathematics, science and engineering to design
3. Can validate a Finite Element model using a range of techniques
C. Syllabus
Module I Basic equations of solid mechanics – Equilibrium conditions – Stress Strain and strain displacement relationships, Principle of virtual work, Stationary potential energy – Formulation based on weighted residual methods.
Module II Displacement models; Discretization of a domain; Shape functions; Element properties; Isoparametric formulation; Element assembly and solution techniques; Bandwidth minimization; Compatibility and convergence.
Module III Stiffness matrix and loads on elements; Element equations following direct stiffness method. Constitutive laws; Plane stress and plane strain problems; Finite representation of infinite bodies; Euler-Bernoulli and Timoshenko beams; Numerical Integration.
Module IV Introduction to nonlinear analysis; Elastic-plastic behavior; Newton-Raphson method – application in FEM
Module V Introduction to vibration analysis; SDOF and MDOF systems; Dynamic equation of motion;
Time domain solution of dynamic equation of motion (Newmark’s method);
Module VII Free vibration analysis; Natural frequencies and time periods; General Eigen value problem and its solution techniques
D. Text Books
1. Rajasekaran, S., "Finite Element Methods in Engineering Design", S.Chand & Co Ltd., New Delhi, 2003
2. Tirupathi R.Chandrupatla and Ashok D., Belegundu, "Introduction to Finite Elements in Engineering", Prentice Hall of India Pvt.Ltd., New Delhi 2004
E. Reference Books
MCE 2125 Finite Element Method Credits: 3-0-0 (LTP) 3 Credits Elective II/IV
1. Zienkiewinz O.C., "The Finite Element method Vol. 1 & 2", Mc Graw Hill Book Company,New York 1991.
2. Bathe, K.J., "Finite Element Procedure", Prentice Hall of India, New Delhi 1997.
3. Krishnamoorthy C.S., "Finite Element Method - Theory and Programming", Tata Mc Graw Hill Publishing Company", New Delhi 1994.
MCE 1202 Geotechnical Engg. Design Credits: 0-0-3 (LTP) 3 Credits Sessional
A. Course Objectives
1. To determine properties of soil using advanced equipments
2. To conduct field tests
B. Course Outcomes
1. Supervise Field tests
2. Design of Flexible Pavements
3. Analyse the structure of soil
4. Calculation of bearing capacity
C. List of Experiments
1. Consolidation Test 2. Relative Density Test 3. Electro-Osmosis 4. North Dakota 5. Scanning Electron Microscope 6. Large Shear Box Test 7. Cyclic Triaxial Test 8. Dynamic Cone Penetrometer 9. Laser Beam Analyser 10. Standard Penetration Test 11. Calculation of Bearing Capacity
MCE 1206 CAD Laboratory Credits: 0-0-3 (LTP) 3 Credits Sessional
A. Course Objectives
1. To introduce the students with few packages to design various Civil Engineering structures
2. To develop and use the pre processors and post processors for available package.
B. Course Outcomes
1. Students will be able to design Civil Engineering Structure using software package
.
C. Syllabus
Review of analysis and design aspects, relevant codal provisions and specifications for various civil Engineering Structures. Modelling of various structures like multistory building with or without shear walls,. T-beam Bridge, truss bridge, underground and overhead tanks, chimney, towers, hydraulic structures, dams, retaining walls for computer aided analysis and design. Use of pre and post processors, use of available software packages for analysis and design of above structures, software development for analysis and design simple elements including drafting.
