The following modules are offered in three semesters with written examinations at the end of each semester. A participant has to obtain a total of 60 credits from the following list (28 credits from core modules, 12 credits from elective module and 20 credits from research project) for successful completion of the degree.
Compulsory Modules
|
Code |
Subject |
Content |
Credits |
|
CE 5101 |
Concrete Technology & Forensic Engineering |
Introduction to concrete; concrete at early age; the structure, strength, dimensional stability and durability of concrete; advances in concrete technology and forensic engineering |
4 |
|
CE 5102 |
Computer Analysis of Structures |
Structural idealization and modelling; review of basic concepts in structural analysis; computer analysis of framed structures; implementation of computer analysis; plastic analysis of plane frames; and analyses of members with variable cross-sections and members with curved axis. |
4 |
|
CE 5103 |
Design Project |
Structural forms and materials; loading on structures; failure modes and preliminary sizing of elements; selection of alternatives. |
8 |
|
CE 5104 |
Design of Pre-stressed Concrete Structures |
Behaviour of pre-stressed concrete members in flexure; prestress losses; shear and torsion; design of end block and transmission zone; composite construction; design of continuous beams; pre-stressed concrete slabs and axially loaded members; applications of pre-stressed concrete. |
4 |
|
CE 5105 |
Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures |
Structural idealization; design of beams and columns; design of solid, flat and waffle slabs; design of foundations with inverted T-beams, raft foundations and pile foundations; design of walls, basements, deep beams, silos and box culverts. |
4 |
|
CE 5106 |
Design of Steel Structures |
Steel as a construction material; corrosion and fire protection; review of design of steel structural elements; design of connections, plate and crane girders, simply supported composite beams and steel buildings; types and design concepts for steel bridges and towers; fabrication and erection, and costing of steel work. |
4 |
Elective Modules
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Code |
Subject |
Content |
Credits |
|
CE 5141 |
Advanced Structural Analysis |
Influence lines for beams, frames grids, arches and trusses; effect of large axial forces, method of finite differences, analysis of shear wall structures; geometric non-linearity and material non-linearity. |
2 |
|
CE 5142 |
Bridge Engineering |
Bridge loading, investigations for bridges; analysis and design of pre-stressed concrete, steel, composite and arch bridges; suspension bridges and cable stayed bridges; design of substructure and foundation; maintenance of bridges |
2 |
|
CE 5143 |
Design Methodology |
Theories and approaches to design; conceptual design and preliminary design; learning from structural failures; optimization techniques; design office practice |
2 |
|
CE 5144 |
Design of Water Retaining Structures |
Introduction to concepts; design of water retaining structures based on relevant standards; construction aspects of water retaining structures; application for elevated tanks and ground reservoirs. |
2 |
|
CE 5145 |
Design with Fibre Composites |
Introduction to fibre composites; stress-strain relationship of continuous fibre reinforced lamina; effective moduli and strength of a continuous fibre-reinforced lamina; analysis of laminates; application of fibre composites in retrofitting concrete, steel, masonry and timber structures. |
2 |
|
CE 5146 |
Geo-techniques in Structural Engineering |
Fundamental concepts in geotechnical engineering; site investigation; shallow and deep foundations; testing of piles; earth retaining structures |
2 |
|
CE 5147 |
Finite Element Analysis |
Review of basic concepts; isoparametric formulations; formulation of 2D and 3D elements; triangular elements; numerical integration; introduction to hybrid finite elements and soil structure interaction. |
2 |
|
CE 5148 |
Masonry Design |
Advantages and development of load bearing masonry; structural forms and design considerations; materials and material properties of structural masonry; design for compression and lateral loading; foundations; design for accidental damage/overall structural stability; movements, defects repair and maintenance. |
2 |
|
CE 5149 |
Structural Dynamics and Control |
Theory on structural dynamics; mode shapes; vibration control; application to buildings and bridges; modelling buildings with base isolations and tuned mass damping systems; quasi static, response spectrum and time history analysis for earthquakes; detailing of reinforced concrete, pre-stressed concrete and steel structural elements for disaster resistance. |
2 |
|
CE 5150 |
Sustainable Design and Development |
Concept of sustainable engineering and rating tools; alternative building materials, design principles, structural forms and construction methods; rehabilitation techniques for existing structures; special features associated with building energy and water efficiency; indoor environmental quality; role of the structural engineer. |
2 |
|
CE 5151 |
Tall Buildings and Services |
Structural forms for tall buildings, services and integration, selection of strong elements; behaviour under wind and earthquake loads; design methods and special design aspects for tall buildings. |
2 |
|
CE 5152 |
Timber Design |
Timber as a structural material, durability and preservation; design of axially loaded members, beams and elements subjected to combined effects; design of nailed and bolted connections; design of glued laminated members; design of built up beams and columns |
2 |