Civil Engineering – SCAD College of Engineering and Technology, Tirunelveli

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Overview

Civil Engineering is a basic branch of engineering which practice” improving and maintaining the built environment to enhance the quality of life for the present and future generations.Department of Civil Engineering was established in the academic year 2012-2013 with an intake of 60 BE students.The department has well equipped state-of-the-art laboratories for Surveying, Soil Testing, Cement and Concrete Testing, Highway Material Testing, Quality Testing of Water and Waste Water Samples.Many of our faculty members and students are involved in research activities The department is also very active in conducting workshops, short term seminars and constantly arrange industrial visits to enhance practical knowledge of students.Infrastructure to the worth of more than 2 Crores.Smart Class Rooms for Effective teaching Learning Process. Well Qualified, Committed and resourceful Faculty Members rich in Industrial and teaching experience.Well Equipped and Sophisticated Laboratories and Students are encouraged to participate in inter college Competition, Symposiums, Workshops and seminar.Internships for all students during the vacation Period.Guests Lectures and training by leading Consultants, Engineers and Academicians from reputed Institutions.Regular Industrial Visit to Improve the Practical Knowledge.Training on Total station (Advanced Instrument Used for Surveying) for One Week by Leading Company from Chennai.Special Coaching for Students to face Competitive Exams like GATE,UPSE,TNPSC etc.Indian Institute of Remote Sensing, IIRS,ISRO recognized outreach Network Institution.Value Added Courses Like AUTO CAD,STAAD Pro, Revit Architecture etc are offered to the students regularly.The students are provided with skill & placement training to develop their knowledge to face the competitive world to gain success in their career. The department has nurtured young minds to produce bright able civil engineers.

Vision

To prepare technically strong and socially responsible professionals in the branch of civil engineering by providing vibrant environment with the highest quality of academic programs, training and research activities relevant to the needs of the industry for elevating the status of our country in the global platform

Mission

The mission is to achieve the vision by creating and maintaining an optimal teaching and learning environment in which students and staff grow professionally.
Preparing the learners into true professionals by providing them complete knowledge of their chosen area so as to enable them to face challenges ahead confidently.
To develop skills among students and faculty by identifying potentials and knowledge through innovative research for challenging applications in civil Engineering.

B.E

Duration

4 years (Regular) / 3 Years (Lateral Entry)

No. of Semesters

8 (Regular) / 6 (Lateral Entry)

Intake / No. of Seats

Total – 60

Syllabus

Regulation 2017 & 2021

Eligibility

10+2 system of Education. Must have secured a pass in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics in the qualifying examination.

Scope for Higher Studies

M.E. / M.Tech. / M.B.A.

PEOs | POs | PSOs

Program Educational Objectives

PEO1:	The graduates shall have advanced and fundamental knowledge in Civil and allied engineering. Mathematics and science for successful employment or higher studies.
PEO2:	The graduates learn continuously and develop communication skills, leadership qualities and strong professional and ethical values.
PEO3:	The graduates work in diverse fields of Civil Engineering, playing vital roles in Nation’s infrastructure development.

Program Outcomes

PO1:	Engineering Knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
PO2:	Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
PO3:	Design / Development of solutions:Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
PO4:	Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.
PO5:	Modern tool usage:.Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modeling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.
PO6:	The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice.
PO7:	Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.
PO8:	Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice.
PO9:	Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
PO10:	Communication:Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
PO11:	Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
PO12:	Lifelong learning:Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.

Program Specific Outcomes

PSO1:	Students shall have skills and knowledge to work on projects on urban and rural housing, infrastructure, environment and sustainability.
PSO2:	Students shall be enriched with professional skills to design structural components in various facets of construction.

Learning Resources

Design of concrete structures

Prestressed concrete structures

Soil Mechanics

Building Materials and Construction

Strength of Materials

Fluids Mechanics

Hydraulics

Water & Waste Water Engineering

Surveying

Foundation Engineering

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities for Civil Engineers:

After attaining the required academic qualification to become a civil engineer, there is an ample number of job profiles that you can target as per your interest. Listed below are some of the popular job profiles for civil engineers:

Construction Engineers: Their job role is to manage construction projects and to ensure that the construction is completed within time. Construction engineers are typically responsible for the design and safety of temporary structure during construction.

Transportation Engineers: They plan, design, operate and maintain everyday systems such as airports, highways, ship ports, harbour etc.

Geotechnical Engineers: Their responsibility is to make sure that the foundations of the buildings, streets, runways, dams etc. They focus on how structures built by civil engineers, such as buildings and tunnels, interact with the earth (including soil and rock).

Structural Engineers: Their job is to design and assess major projects, such as buildings, bridges, or dams, to ensure their strength and durability.

Civil Engineers: They deal with critical problems such as disaster mitigation and management

Highway Engineers: They are responsible for planning and designing road network, one way systems, and parking spaces. Highway engineers are concerned with road building and traffic management.

Water Management Engineers: They specialize in water supply and sewerage systems.

Employment Opportunities for Civil Engineer

Civil engineers can find a variety of employment opportunities in different sectors. Some of the top sectors that hire civil engineers are listed below:

MNCs

Construction Companies

PSUs

Transportation Companies

Infrastructure Management Companies

Government Agencies

Geotechnical Companies

Municipal Corporations

NHAI

PWDs

Indian Railways

Armed Forces

Top Recruiting Companies for Civil Engineers

Some of the leading MNCs and companies that recruit computer engineers are as follows:

Hindustan Construction Company

L&T

DLF

Tata Projects

Sadbhav Engineering

Gammon India

Sobha Developers Ltd.

Shapoorji Pallonji & Company

Unitech

Nagarjuna Construction Company

Punj Lloyd

Aga Khan Planning and Building Services

Tata Projects

MARG Limited

Metro Tunneling Group

Gannon Dunkerley & Company

Contact Us

If you any queries, please contact us on the email given below.

Civil Block, New College 1st & 2nd Floor
civilhod@scadengineering.ac.in