Department Of Automobile Engineering

B.Tech. Autotronics

Curriculum & Syllabus

2014 Regulations

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ACADEMIC REGULATIONS (B.Tech) emerge as competent professionals
(Full /Part Time) (Effective 2014-15) fully aware of their commitment to the
society and nation.
1. Vision, Mission and Objectives
 To inculcate a flair for research,
development and entrepreneurship.
1.1 The Vision of the Institute is “To make
every man a success and no man a failure”.
2. Admission
In order to progress towards the vision, the
Institute has identified itself with a mission to 2.1. The admission policy and procedure shall
provide every individual with a conducive be decided from time to time by the Board of
environment suitable to achieve his / her Management (BOM) of the Institute, following
career goals, with a strong emphasis on guidelines issued by Ministry of Human
personality development, and to offer quality Resource Development (MHRD), Government
education in all spheres of engineering, of India. The number of seats in each branch
technology, applied sciences and of the B.Tech programme will be decided by
management, without compromising on the BOM as per the directives from MHRD,
quality and code of ethics. Government of India and taking into account
the market demands. Some seats for Non
1.2 Further, the Institute always strives Resident Indians and a few seats for foreign
nationals shall be made available.
 To train our students with the latest and
the best in the rapidly changing fields of 2.2. (i) Full-Time :
Engineering, Technology, Management,
At the time of applying for admission,
Science & Humanities.
the candidates should have passed /
 To develop the students with a global appeared and be awaiting results of the final
outlook possessing, state of the art skills, examination of the 10+2 system or its
capable of taking up challenging equivalent with Mathematics, Physics and
responsibilities in the respective fields. Chemistry as subjects of study.
 To mould our students as citizens with
moral, ethical and social values so as to (ii) Part -Time:
fulfill their obligations to the nation and At the time of applying for admission, the
the society. candidates should have a Diploma in
Engineering/Technology in the relevant
 To promote research in the field of branch of specialization awarded by the
Science, Humanities, Engineering, State Board of Technical Education, Tamil
Technology and allied branches.
Nadu or any other authority accepted by the
Board of Management of the University as
1.3 Aims and Objectives of the Institute are equivalent thereto and a minimum of one
focused on year practical experience.

 Providing world class education in 2.3. The selected candidates will be

engineering, technology, applied admitted to the B.Tech. programme after
sciences and management. he/she fulfills all the admission requirements
 Keeping pace with the ever changing set by the Institute and after the payment of
technological scenario to help the the prescribed fees.
students to gain proper direction to
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2.4. In all matters relating to admission to curriculum and syllabi for the courses
the B.E. / B.Tech. programme, the decision approved by the Academic Council.
of the Institute and its interpretation given by
the Chancellor of the Institute shall be final. ii) Part – Time:
The duration of the programme will be a
2.5. If at any time after admission, it is found minimum of 7 semesters. Every branch of
that a candidate has not fulfilled any of the the B.Tech. programme will have a
requirements stipulated by the Institute, the curriculum and syllabi for the courses
Institute may revoke the admission of the approved by the Academic Council
candidate with information to the Academic
Council. 3.3 The academic programmes of the
Institute follow the credit system. The
3. Structure of the programme general pattern is:
 One credit for each lecture hour per
3.1. The programme of instruction will have week per semester;
the following structure:  One credit for each tutorial hour per
i) A general (common) core programme week per semester;
comprising basic sciences, engineering  Two credit for each laboratory practical/
drawing of three hours per week per
sciences, humanities, technical arts and
semester.
mathematics.  One credit for 4 weeks of industrial
training and
ii) An engineering core programme  One credit for 4 hours of project per
introducing the student to the foundations week per semester
of engineering in the respective branch.
3.4. (i) Full-Time:
iii) An elective programme enabling the student For the award of degree, a student
has to earn certain minimum total number of
to opt and undergo a set of courses of
credits specified in the curriculum of the
interest to him/ her. relevant branch of study. The curriculum of
the different programs shall be so designed
iv) Professional practice including project, that the minimum prescribed credits
seminar and industrial training. required for the award of the degree shall
be within the limits of 190-200.
v) General elective courses, such as,
(ii) Part-Time:
Environmental Studies, Physical Education, For the award of degree, a student
Professional ethics, and National Service has to earn certain minimum total number of
Scheme. credits specified in the curriculum of the
relevant branch of study. The curriculum of
The distribution of total credits required for the the different programs shall be so designed
degree programme into the above five that the minimum prescribed credits
required for the award of the degree shall
categories will nominally be 20%, 50%, 15%,
be within the limits of 110-120.
5%, and 10% respectively.

3.2.(i) Full-Time: 3.5. The medium of instruction, examination and

The duration of the programme will be a the language of the project reports will be English.
minimum of 8 semesters. Every branch of
the B.E. / B.Tech. programme will have a

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4. Faculty Advisor 6.2 GPA and CGPA

4.1. To help the students in planning their courses GPA is the ratio of the sum of the product of
of study and for getting general advice on the the number of credits Ci of course “i “ and
academic programme, the concerned the grade points Pi earned for that course
Department will assign a certain number of taken over all courses “i” registered by the
students to a Faculty member who will be called student to the sum of Ci for all “i ”. That is,
their Faculty Advisor.

5. Class Committee
Range of Grade
Letter Grade
Marks points
5.1 A Class Committee consisting of the
following will be constituted by the Head of 95-100 S 10
the Department for each class: 85 - 94 A 09
75- 84 B 08
(i) A Chairman, who is not teaching the class.
65-74 C 07
(ii) All subject teachers of the class. 55-64 D 06

(iii) Two students nominated by the 50-54 E 05

department in consultation with the class. < 50 U 00
The Class Committee will meet as often as I (Incomplete) --
necessary, but not less than three times
during a semester.  Ci Pi
GPA  i
The functions of the Class Committee will  Ci
include: i
CGPA will be calculated in a similar manner,
(i) Addressing problems experienced by at any semester, considering all the courses
students in the classroom and the
enrolled from the first semester onwards.
laboratories.

(ii) Analyzing the performance of the 6.3. For the students with letter grade I in
students of the class after each test certain subjects, the same will not be included
and finding ways and means of in the computation of GPA and CGPA until
addressing problems, if any. after those grades are converted to the
(iv) During the meetings, the student regular grades.
members shall express the opinions
and suggestions of the class 6.4 Raw marks will be moderated by a
students to improve the teaching / moderation board appointed by the Vice
learning process. Chancellor of the University. The final marks
will be graded using an absolute grading
system. The Constitution and composition of
6. Grading
the moderation board will be dealt with
6.1 A grading system as below will be adhered separately.

to.
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7. Registration and Enrolment warning letter to the concerned student and
also to his/her parents regarding the shortage
7.1 Except for the first semester, registration
of his/her credit will be sent by the HOD after
and enrollment will be done in the beginning
the announcement of the results of the
of the semester as per the schedule
university examinations.
announced by the University.
10. Maximum duration of the programme
7.2 A student will be eligible for enrollment
only if he/she satisfies regulation 10 10.1.(i) Full - Time
(maximum duration of the programme) and The normal duration of the programme is
will be permitted to enroll if (i) he/she has eight semesters. However a student may
cleared all dues in the Institute, Hostel and complete the programme at a slower pace by
Library up to the end of the previous semester taking more time, but in any case not more
and (ii) he/she is not debarred from than 14 semesters excluding the semesters
enrollment by a disciplinary action of the withdrawn on medical grounds or other valid
University. reasons.

7.3. Students are required to submit (ii) Part - Time

registration form duly filled in. The normal duration of the programme is
seven semesters. However a student may
8. Registration requirement complete the programme at a slower pace by
taking more time, but in any case not more
8.1.(i). Full -Time:
than 12 semesters excluding the semesters
A full time student shall not register for less
withdrawn on medical grounds or other valid
than 16 credits or more than 30 credits in any
reasons
given semester.
11. Temporary discontinuation
(ii). Part -Time:
A part time student shall not register for less
11.1. A student may be permitted by the
than 10 credits or more than 20 credits in any
Director (Academic) to discontinue temporarily
given semester
from the programme for a semester or a longer
8.2 If a student finds his/her load heavy in any period for reasons of ill health or other valid
semester, or for any other valid reason, reasons. Normally a student will be permitted
he/she may withdraw from the courses within to discontinue from the programme only for a
three weeks of the commencement of the maximum duration of two semesters.
semester with the written approval of his/her
Faculty Advisor and HOD. However the 12. Discipline
student should ensure that the total number of
credits registered for in any semester should 12.1. Every student is required to observe
enable him/her to earn the minimum number discipline and decorum both inside and outside
of credits per semester for the completed the campus and not to indulge in any activity
semesters. which will tend to bring down the prestige of
the University.
9. Continuation of the programme
9.1 For those students who have not earned 12.2. Any act of indiscipline of a student
the minimum required credit prescribed for reported to the Director (Academic) will be
that particular semester examination, a referred to a Discipline Committee so
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constituted. The Committee will enquire into 13.3 As an incentive to those students who are
the charges and decide on a suitable involved in extra curricular activities such as
punishment if the charges are substantiated. representing the University in Sports and
The committee will also authorize the Director Games, Cultural Festivals, and Technical
(Academic) to recommend to the Vice Festivals, NCC/ NSS events, a relaxation of
Chancellor the implementation of the decision. up to 10% attendance will be given subject to
The student concerned may appeal to the Vice the condition that these students take prior
Chancellor whose decision will be final. The approval from the officer – in-charge. All such
Director (Academic) will report the action taken applications should be recommended by the
at the next meeting of the Council. concerned HOD and forwarded to Director
(Academic) within seven instructional days
12.3. Ragging and harassment of women are after the programme / activity.
strictly prohibited in the University campus and
hostels. 14. Assessment Procedure

13. Attendance 14.1. The Academic Council will decide from

time to time the system of tests and
13.1. A student whose attendance is less than
examinations in each subject in each
75% in a semester is not eligible to appear for
semester.
the end – semester examination for that
semester. The details of all students who have
14.2 For each theory course, the assessment
less than 75% attendance in a course will be
will be done on a continuous basis as follows:
announced by the teacher in the class. These
details will be sent to the concerned HODs and Duration of
Weigh -
Director (Academic). Test / Exam Test /
tage
Exam
13.2. Those who have less than 75% First Periodical Test * 10% 2 Periods
attendance will be considered for condonation
Second Periodical
of shortage of attendance. However, a 10% 2 Periods
Test *
condonation of 10% in attendance will be
given on medical reasons. Application for Model Exam 20% 3 hours
condonation recommended by the Faculty
Advisor, concerned faculty member and the Seminar/
10% -
HOD is to be submitted to the Director Assignments/Quiz
(Academic) who, depending on the merits of Attendance 10%
the case, may permit the student to appear for
the end semester examination. A student will End – semester
50% 3 Hours
be eligible for this concession at most in two examination
semesters during the entire degree *Best out of the two test will be
programme. Application for medical leave,
considered.
supported by medical certificate with
endorsement by a Registered Medical Officer, 14.3 For practical courses, the assessment will
should reach the HOD within seven days after be done by the subject teachers as below:
returning from leave or, on or before the last
instructional day of the semester, whichever is (i) Weekly assignment/Observation note book /
earlier. lab records – weightage 60%.

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(ii) End semester examination of 3 hours specified by the Director (Academic). The first
duration including viva – weightage 40%. three reviews will be conducted by a
Committee constituted by the Head of the
14.4 For courses on Physical Education, NSS, Department. The end – semester examination
etc the assessment will be as satisfactory/not will be conducted by a Committee constituted
satisfactory only. by the Registrar / Controller of examination.
This will include an external expert.
15. Make up Examination/Model Exam
17. Declaration of results
15.1. Students who miss the end-semester
examinations / model examination for valid 17.1.(i) A candidate who secures not less
reasons are eligible for make-up examination than 50% of total marks prescribed for a
/model examination. Those who miss the end- course with a minimum of 50% of the marks
semester examination / model examination prescribed for the end semester
should apply to the Head of the Department examination shall be declared to have
concerned within five days after he / she passed the course and earned the specified
missed examination, giving reasons for credits for the course.
absence.
(ii) To be Eligible to appear for the end
15.2. Permission to appear for make-up semester examinations for a particular
examination / model examination will be course, a candidate will have to secure a
given under exceptional circumstances such minimum of 40% marks in the sessional for
as admission to a hospital due to illness. that course.
Students should produce a medical
certificate issued by a Registered Medical (iii) Candidates are required to obtain
Practitioner certifying that he/she was all credits assigned to the first two
admitted to hospital during the period of semesters of the programme within the first
examination / model exam and the same four semesters of the programme.
should be duly endorsed by parent / Candidates failing to satisfy this requirement
guardian and also by a medical officer of the will not be allowed to proceed to the fifth
University within 5 days. semester until the condition is satisfied.
Further, candidates will not be allowed to
16. Project evaluation proceed to seventh semester if they have
not cleared all the courses assigned during
16.1 For Project work, the assessment will be third & fourth semesters.
done on a continuous basis as follows:
17.2 After the valuation of the answer
Review / Examination Weightage scripts, the tabulated results are to be
First Review 10% scrutinized by the Result Passing Boards
Second Review 20% of UG programmes constituted by
Third Review 20% the Vice-Chancellor. The recommendations
End-semester Examination 50% of the Result Passing Boards will be placed
before the Standing Sub Committee of the
Academic Council constituted by the
For end – semester examination, the student
Chancellor for scrutiny. The minutes of the
will submit a Project Report in a format
Standing Sub Committee along with the
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results are to be placed before the Vice- considered for a pass in a course. A
Chancellor for approval. After getting the candidate who secures 50% in the end
approval of the Vice-Chancellor, the results semester examination shall be declared to
will be published by the Controller of have passed the course and earned the
Examination/Registrar. specified credits for the course.

17.3 If a candidate fails to secure a pass in 18. Grade Card

a course due to not satisfying the minimum
requirement in the end semester 18.1 After results are declared, grade sheet will
examination, he/she shall register and re- be issued to each student which will contain
appear for the end semester examination the following details:
during the following semester. However, (i) Program and branch for which the
the sessional marks secured by the student has enrolled.
candidate will be retained for all such (ii) Semester of registration.
(iii) List of courses registered during the
attempts.
semester and the grade scored.
(iv) Semester Grade Point Average (GPA)
17.4 If a candidate fails to secure a pass in (v) Cumulative Grade Point Average
a course due to insufficient sessional marks (CGPA).
though meeting the minimum requirements
of the end semester examination, and 19. Class/Division
wishes to improve on his/her sessional
marks, he/she will have to register for the
particular course and attend the course with 19.1 Classification is based on CGPA and is
permission of the HOD concerned and as follows:
Director(Academic) with a copy marked to CGPA ≥ 8.0 : First Class with distinction
the Registrar. The sessional and external 6.5 ≤ CGPA < 8.0 : First Class
marks obtained by the candidate in this 5.0 ≤ CGPA < 6.5 : Second Class.
case will replace the earlier result.
19.2 (i) Further, the award of „First class
17.5 A candidate can apply for the with distinction‟ is subject to the candidate
revaluation of his/her end semester becoming eligible for the award of the
examination answer paper in a theory degree having passed the examination in
course within 2 weeks from the declaration all the courses in his/her first appearance
of the results, on payment of a prescribed within the minimum duration of the
fee through proper application to the programme.
Registrar/Controller of Examinations
through the Head of the Department. The (ii) The award of „First Class‟ is further
Registrar/ Controller of Examination will subject to the candidate becoming eligible
arrange for the revaluation and the results for the award of the degree having passed
will be intimated to the candidate concerned the examination in all the courses within 10
through the Head of the Department. semesters.
Revaluation is not permitted for practical
courses and for project work. (iii) The period of authorized discontinuation
of the programme (vide clause 11.1) will not
17.6 After ten semesters, the sessional be counted for the purpose of the above
marks of the candidate will not be classification.
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20. Transfer of credits him/her.

20.1. Within the broad framework of these The award of the degree must be
regulations, the Academic Council, based on recommended by the Academic Council and
the recommendation of the transfer of credits approved by the Board of Management of the
committee so consulted by the Chancellor may University.
permit students to earn part of the credit
requirement in other approved institutions of 22. Change of Branch
repute and status in the country or abroad.
22.1 If the number of students in any branch of
20.2 The Academic Council may also approve B.Tech. class as on the last instructional day of
admission of lateral entry (who hold a diploma the First Semester is less than the sanctioned
in Engineering/ technology) candidates with strength, then the vacancies in the said
advance credit based on the recommendation branches can be filled by transferring students
of the transfer of credits committee on a case from other branches. All such transfers will be
to case basis. allowed on the basis of merit of the students.
The decision of the Chancellor shall be final
21. Eligibility for the award of while considering such requests.
B.Tech. Degree
22.2 All students who have successfully
21.1. A student will be declared to be eligible completed the first semester of the course will
for the award of the B.Tech. Degree if he/she be eligible for consideration for change of
has branch subject to the availability of vacancies.
i) registered and successfully acquired the
credits for the core courses; 23. Power to modify
ii) successfully acquired the credits in the
different categories as specified in the 23.1. Notwithstanding all that has been stated
curriculum corresponding to the discipline above, the Academic Council shall modify any
(branch) of his/her study within the stipulated of the above regulations from time to time
time; subject to approval by the Board of
iii) has no dues to all sections of the Institute Management.
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 DEPARTMENT OF AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERING

B.TECH. (AUTOTRONICS)

Semester I

(Common to all branches)

Sl. Course Course Title L T P C TCH

No Code
Theory
1. EL 2101 Technical English 3 0 0 3 3
2. MA 2101 Engineering Mathematics – I 3 1 0 4 4
PH 2001 Engineering Physics /
3. 3 0 0 3 3
CY 2001 Engineering Chemistry *
4. ME 2101 Engineering Graphics 1 0 3 3 4
5. CS 2101 Computer Programming 3 0 0 3 3
Practical
6. CS 2131 Computer Programming Laboratory 0 0 3 1 3
7. GE2131 Engineering Practices Laboratory I 0 0 3 1 3
8. EL 2131 Communication Skills Laboratory I 0 0 3 1 3
PH 2031 PhysicsLaboratory/
9. 1 0 3 2 4
CY 2031 Chemistry Laboratory *
Total 21 30
* Depending upon the number of batches, it will be alternated between Semesters 1 & 2
Semester II
Sl. Course Course Title L T P C TCH
No Code
Theory
1. MA2201 Engineering Mathematics-II # 3 1 0 4 4
PH 2001 Engineering Physics /
2. 3 0 0 3 3
CY 2001 Engineering Chemistry * #
3. EE2213 Basic Electrical Technology+ 3 0 0 3 3
4. ME2201 Engineering Mechanics** 3 1 0 4 4
5. AT2201 Production Technology-I 3 0 0 3 3
Practical
PH 2031 PhysicsLaboratory/
6. 1 0 3 2 4
CY 2031 Chemistry Laboratory * #
7. GE2231 Engineering Practices Laboratory –II # 0 0 3 1 3
8. EL2231 Communication Skills Laboratory II# 2 0 2 2 4
9. EE2236 Basic Electrical Laboratory + 0 0 3 1 3
Total 23 31
* Depending upon the number of batches, it will be alternated between semester I&II
** Common to Automobile and Mechanical Engineering
#Common to all branches
+ Common to Automobile Engg.

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 Semester III
Sl. Course
Course Title L T P C TCH
No Code
Theory
1. MA2301 Engineering Mathematics III * 3 1 0 4 4
2. AT2301 Kinematics of Machines 3 1 0 4 4
3. AT2302 Applied Thermodynamics 3 1 0 4 4
4. AT2303 Production Technology II 3 0 0 3 3
5. AT2304 Automotive Engines 3 0 0 3 3
Practical
Computer Aided Machine Drafting
6. AT2331 0 0 3 1 3
Laboratory
Automotive Engine Components
7. AT2332 0 0 3 1 3
Laboratory
8. AT2333 Engine Testing Laboratory 0 0 3 1 3
9. AT2334 Production Technology Laboratory 0 0 3 1 3
Total 22 30

*Common to Aeronautical, Automobile and Mechanical Engineering

Semester IV

Sl. Course
Course Title L T P C TCH
No Code
Theory
1. ME2402 Strength of Materials ** 3 1 0 4 4
2. AT2401 Dynamics of Machines 3 1 0 4 4
3. AT2402 Fluid Mechanics and Machinery 3 1 0 4 4
4. AT2403 Automotive Chassis 3 0 0 3 3
5. AT2404 Automotive Transmission 3 0 0 3 3
Practical
Fluid Mechanics and Machinery
6. AT2431 0 0 3 1 3
Laboratory
Automotive Chassis Components
7. AT2432 0 0 3 1 3
Laboratory
8. ME2432 Strength of Materials Laboratory ** 0 0 3 1 3
9. AT2433 Project Work 0 0 6 2 6
Total 23 33

**Common to Automobile and Mechanical Engineering

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 Semester V

Sl. Course
Course Title L T P C TCH
No Code
Theory
1. CY2002 Environmental Science and
3 0 0 3 3
Engineering**
2. AT2502 Automotive Materials and Metallurgy 3 0 0 3 3
3. AT2503 Automotive Electrical and Electronics* 3 0 0 3 3
4. AT2505 Automotive Engine Components Design 3 1 0 4 4
5. Elective-I 3 0 0 3 3
6. Elective-II 3 0 0 3 3
Practical
Automotive Electrical and Electronics
7. AT2531 0 0 3 1 3
Laboratory
8. AT2532 Two and Three Wheelers Laboratory 0 0 3 1 3
9. AT2533 Internship / Industrial Training 0 0 3 1 3
Communication Skills and Personality
10. EL2431 2 0 2 2 4
Development #
Total 24 33
*Common to Automobile Engg. and Motorsport Engg.

Semester VI

Sl.
Course Code Course Title L T P C TCH
No
Theory
1. MG2001 Principles of Management* 3 0 0 3 3
2. AT2601 Automotive Pollution and Control 3 0 0 3 3
3. AT2602 Vehicle Dynamics 3 1 0 4 4
4. AT2603 Automotive Chassis Design 3 1 0 4 4
5. Elective-III 3 0 0 3 3
6. Elective-IV 3 0 0 3 3
Practical
Computer Aided Engine and
7. AT2631 0 0 3 1 3
Chassis Design Laboratory
8. AT2632 Vehicle Dynamics Laboratory 0 0 3 1 3
9. AT2633 Fuels & Lubricants Laboratory 0 0 3 1 3
10. AT2634 Comprehensive Viva Voce 0 0 2 1 3
Total 24 29
*Common to Aeronautical, Automobile and Mechanical Engineering
**Common to Automobile, Aeronautical, Electronics & Instrumentation and Mechanical
Engineering

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 Semester VII

Sl. Course
Course Title L T P C TCH
No Code
Theory
1. MG2002 Total Quality Management* 3 0 0 3 3
2. AT2701 Vehicle Body Engineering 3 0 0 3 3
3. AT2702 Vehicle Maintenance 3 0 0 3 3
Manufacturing Process of
4. AT2704 3 0 0 3 3
Automotive Components
5. Elective-V 3 0 0 3 3
6. Elective-VI 3 0 0 3 3
Practical
7. AT 2731 Software Applications Laboratory 0 0 3 1 3
Vehicle Maintenance and
8. AT2732 0 0 3 1 3
Reconditioning Laboratory
Total 20 24

*Common to Aeronautical, Automobile, Civil Electronics & Instrumentation and

Mechanical Engineering

Semester VIII

Sl. Course
Course Title L T P C TCH
No Code
Theory
1. AT2604 3 0 0 3 3
Automotive Safety
2. Elective-VII 3 0 0 3 3
3. Elective-VIII 3 0 0 3 3
Practical
4. AT2831 Project &Viva-voce 0 0 24 6 24
Total 15 33

TOTAL CREDITS = 172

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 List of Electives for Autotronics

Sl. Course
Course Title L T P C TCH
No Code
1 Automotive Sensors and
AT2856 Applications 3 0 0 3 3

Electronic Engine Management

2 AT2853 System 3 0 0 3 3

Automotive Instrumentation &

3 AT1306 3 0 0 3 3
Embedded system

Electromagnetic Interference
4 EC2860 and Compatibility 3 0 0 3 3

Navigation and Guidance

5 EI 2852 Systems 3 0 0 3 3

Instrumentation in Automotive 3 0 0 3 3
6 EI 1409 Industries

Control Systems 3 0 0 3 3
7 EE2511
Electronics in Motor sports 3 0 0 3 3
8 EE2751 Engineering

Note: The students should take minimum of six subjects as the elective to get the
Autotronics as specialization.

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 List of Other Electives

Sl. Course
Course Title L T P C TCH
No Code
1 Fuel Cells and Applications
AT2857 3 0 0 3 3

2 AT1407 Automotive Air Conditioning 3 0 0 3 3

3 AT2854 Vibration and Noise Control 3 0 0 3 3

AT2501 Heat & Mass Transfer
4 3 0 0 3 3

5 AT2858 Robotics 3 0 0 3 3

Alternative Fuels and Energy 3 0 0 3 3

6 AT2859
System
Finite Element Methods in 3 0 0 3 3
7 AT2752
Automobiles
Computational Fluid
8 AT2751 3 0 0 3 3
Dynamics**
9 AT2753 Automotive Aerodynamics 3 0 0 3 3
3 0 0 3 3
10 AT2851 Simulation of IC engines
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AT2852 Advanced theory of IC engines 3 0 0 3 3

12 AT1401 Modern Vehicle Technology 3 0 0 3 3

Engineering Economics and
13 MG2005 3 0 0 3 3
Cost Analysis**
Quality Control and Reliability
14 ME2755 3 0 0 3 3
Engineering**

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 SEMESTER – I

L T P C

3 0 0 3

EL 2101 Technical English 3 Credits

Goal The goal of the programme is to provide a theoretical input towards nurturing
accomplished learners who can function effectively in the English language skills;
to cultivate in them the ability to indulge in rational thinking, independent decision-
making and lifelong learning; to help them become responsible members or leaders
of the society in and around their workplace or living space; to communicate
successfully at the individual or group level on engineering activities with the
engineering community in particular, and on multi-disciplinary activities in general,
with the world at large.

Objectives Outcome

1. To widen the capacity of the learners 1. The learners will have the self-confidence to
to listen to English language at the improve upon their informative listening
basic level and understand its skills by an enhanced acquisition of the
meaning. English language.
2. To enable learners to communicate in 2. The learners will be able to speak English at
an intelligible English accent and the formal and informal levels and use itfor
pronunciation. daily conversation, presentation, group
discussion and debate.
3. The learners will be able to read,
3. To assist the learners in reading and comprehend and answer questions based on
grasping a passage in English. literary, scientific and technological texts.
4. The learners will be able to write
instructions, recommendations, checklists,
4. To learn the art of writing simple process-description, letter-writing and report
English with correct spelling, writing.
grammar and punctuation. 5. The learners will have the confidence to
develop thinking skills and participate in
brainstorming, mind-mapping, audiovisual
5. To cultivate the ability of the learners activities, creative thinking and also answer
to think and indulge in divergent and tests in the job-selection processes.
lateral thoughts.

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UNIT I: LISTENING SKILL 12

Listening to short and extended dialogues, telephone conversations, discussions, soliloquies –

Listening to prose & poetry reading -- Listening to sounds, silent letters, stressed syllables in
English -- Listening to video clips, documentaries, feature films, presentations, interviews --
Listening for the gist of the text, for identifying a topic, general meaning and specific
information -- Listening for multiple-choice questions, for positive & negative comments, for
interpretation -- Listening for advanced interpretation.

UNIT II: SPEAKING SKILL 12

Introducing oneself or expressing personal opinion -- Simple oral or casual interaction –

Dialogue -- Conversation – Giving and receiving feedback using Johari window – Debates --
Brief presentations -- Differences between disagreeing and being disagreeable -- Participating in
group discussions, role plays and interviews -- Generating talks based on visual or written
prompts -- Addressing a small group or a large formal gathering – Comparing, contrasting,
justifying, agreeing and disagreeing on advanced topics – Speaking about present and past
experiences and future plans – Debates, discussions and role plays on advanced topics – Job
interviews – Preparing HR questions with possible answers -- Brief presentations – Arguing out
a topic without verbal fights -- Power point presentation.

UNIT III: READING SKILL 12

Reading for skimming and scanning -- Reading for the gist of a text, for specific information, for
information transfer and interpretation -- Reading and interpreting anecdotes, short stories,
poems, prose passages for intellectual and emotional comments – Reading a Fishbone diagram
for strengths and weaknesses, for pros and cons – Reading comprehension exercises for multiple-
choice questions, for contextual meaning -- Reading newspapers, magazine articles for critical
comments.

UNIT IV: WRITING SKILL 12

Writing emails, messages, notices, agendas, leaflets, brochures, instructions, recommendations,

functional checklists, minutes of a meeting -- Writing paragraphs, comparing, contrasting,
presentations with an Introduction, Body and Conclusion -- Arranging appointments, asking for
permission, apologizing and offering compensation – Writing formal business letters -- Letter
inviting, accepting, declining the invitation -- Letter to the editor -- Requesting permission for
industrial visits or implant training, enclosing an introduction to the educational institution --
Letter applying for a job, enclosing a CV or Resume -- Writing short reports -- Industrial
accident reports -- Writing short proposals.

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UNIT V: THINKING SKILL 12

Developing the acquisition and imparting the knowledge of English using thinking skills --
Eliciting thinking blocks for critical interpretation -- Decoding diagrammatic and pictorial
representations into English orthographic version in the form of words, phrases, expressions,
idioms, sayings and proverbs.

Reference

1. Norman Whitby. Business Benchmark: Pre-Intermediate to Intermediate – BEC

Preliminary. New Delhi: Cambridge University Press, 2008 (Latest South Asian edition).

2. Devaki Reddy & Shreesh Chaudhary. Technical English. New Delhi: Macmillan, 2009.

3. Rutherford, Andrea J. Basic Communication Skills for Technology. 2nd edition. New
Delhi: Pearson Education, 2010.

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MA2101 ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS - I 4 Credits

Goal To create the awareness and comprehensive knowledge in engineering

mathematics.

Objectives
Outcome

The course should enable the students to: The students should be able to:

1. Understand to find the inverse of the 1. Identify Eigen value problems from
matrix by using Cayley Hamilton Theorem practical areas and obtain its solutions and
and Diagonalisation of matrix using using transformation diagonalising the
transformation. matrix which would render Eigen values.

2. Understand the Evolutes and 2. Find out effectively the geometrical

Envelope of the curve. aspects of curvature and appreciates
mathematical skills in constructing
3. Learn the solutions of second order evolutes and envelopes in mechanics and
linear differential equations of standard types engineering drawing.
and Legendre‟s linear differential equation.
3. Recognize and to model mathematically
4. Learn partial differentiations and solving, the differential equations
involving two and three variables and arising in science and engineering.
expansions of functions using Taylor series.

5. Learn the expansions of

trigonometric, hyperbolic functions and their 4. Understand and model the practical
relations. problems and solve it using maxima and
minima as elegant applications of partial
differentiation.

5. Acquire skills in using trigonometric and

hyperbolic and inverse hyperbolic
functions.

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UNIT I MATRICES 12

Review: Basic concepts of matrices-addition, subtraction, multiplication of matrices – adjoint –

inverse – solving cubic equations.

Characteristic equation – Properties of Eigen values – Eigen values and Eigen vectors –Cayley
Hamilton theorem (without proof) – Verification and inverse using Cayley Hamilton
theorem.Diagonalisation of matrices – Orthogonal matrices– Quadratic form – Reduction of
symmetric matrices to a Canonical form using orthogonal transformation – Nature of quadratic
form.

UNIT II DIFFERENTIAL CALCULUS 12

Review: Basic concepts of differentiation – function of function, product and quotient rules.

Methods of differentiation of functions - Cartesian form – Parametric form – Curvature – Radius

of curvature – Centre of curvature – Circle of curvature. Evolutes of parabola, circle, ellipse,
hyperbola and cycloid –Envelope.

III ORDINARY DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS 12

Review: Definition, formation and solutions of differential equations.

Second order differential equations with constant coefficients – Particular integrals –

eax , Sinax (or ) Cosax, x m , eaxCosbx, eaxSinbx. Euler‟s homogeneous linear differential equations
– Legendre‟s linear differential equation - Variation of parameters.

UNIT IV PARTIAL DIFFERENTIATION 12

Partial differentiation – differentiation involving two and three variables – Total differentiation
–Simple problems. Jacobian – verification of properties of Jacobians – Simple problems.
Taylor‟s series – Maxima and minima of functions of two and three variables.

UNIT V TRIGONOMETRY 12

Review: Basic results in trigonometry and complex numbers - De Moivre‟s theorem.

Expansions of sinn  , cosn  , tann  where n is apositive integer. Expansions of

sin m  , cosn  , sin m  cosn  interms of sines and cosines of multiples of  where m and n are
positive integers.Hyperbolic and inverse hyperbolic functions – Logarithms of complex numbers
– Separation of complex functions into real and imaginary parts – Simple problems.

Note: Questions need not be asked from review part.

TOTAL: 60

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Text Books :

1. Venkataraman M.K, Engineering Mathematics, Volume I, The National Publishing

Company, Chennai, 1985.
2. Grewal B.S, Higher Engineering Mathematics, Thirty Eighth Editions, Khanna
Publisher, Delhi, 2004.
3. Chandrasekaran A, A Text book of Engineering Mathematics I, Dhanam
Publications, Chennai, 2010.

References :

1. Erwin Kreyzig, A Text book of Engineering Mathematics, John Wiley, 1999.

2. Kandaswamy P, Thilagavathy K and Gunavath K, Engineering
Mathematics, Volume I & II, S.Chand and Company, New Delhi, 2005.
3. Bali N.P, Narayana Iyengar. N.Ch., Engineering Mathematics,
Laxmi Publications Pvt. Ltd, New Delhi, 2003.
4. Veerarajan T, Engineering Mathematics (for first year), Fourth Edition,
Tata McGraw – Hill Publishing Company Limited, New Delhi, 2005.

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PH2001 ENGINEERING PHYSICS 3 Credits

Goal To impart fundamental knowledge in various fields of
Physics and its applications.
Objectives Outcome
The student will
1. To develop strong fundamentals of 1. Be able to understand the properties and behaviour
properties and behavior of the of materials.
materials
2. Have a fundamental knowledge of acoustics
2. To enhance theoretical and which would facilitate in acoustical design of
modern technological aspects in buildings and on ultrasonics and be able to employ it
acoustics and ultrasonics. as an engineering tool.

3. Understand the concept, working and application

3. To enable the students to correlate of lasers and fiber optics.
the theoretical principles with
application oriented study of
optics. 4. Know the fundamentals of crystal physics and
non-destructive testing methods.

4. To provide a strong foundation in

the understanding of solids and 5. Have an understanding of the production,
materials testing. characteristics and application of the new engineering
materials. This would aid them in the material
selection stage.
5. To enrich the knowledge of
students in modern engineering
materials.

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UNIT I PROPERTIES OF MATTER 9
Elasticity – types of moduli of elasticity – Stress-Strain diagram – Young‟s modulus of
elasticity – Rigidity modulus – Bulk modulus – Factors affecting elasticity – twisting couple on a
wire – Torsional pendulum – determination of rigidity modulus of a wire – depression of a
cantilever – Young‟s modulus by cantilever – uniform and non-uniform bending - viscosity –
Ostwald‟s viscometer – comparison of viscosities.

UNIT II ACOUSTICS AND ULTRASONICS 9

Classification of sound – characteristics of musical sound – intensity - loudness – Weber
Fechner law – Decibel – Reverberation – Reverberation time, derivation of Sabine‟s formula for
reverberation time(Jaeger‟s method) – absorption coefficient and its determination – factors affecting
acoustics of building (Optimum reverberation time, loudness, focusing, echo, echelon effect, resonance
and noise) and their remedies. Ultrasonics - production – Magnetostriction and Piezoelectric methods –
properties – applications of ultrasonics with particular reference to detection of flaws in metal ( Non –
Destructive testing NDT) – SONAR.
UNIT III LASER AND FIBRE OPTICS 9
Principle of lasers – Stimulated absorption – Spontaneous emission, stimulated emission
– population inversion – pumping action – active medium – laser characteristics – Nd-Yag laser
– CO2 laser – Semiconductor laser – applications - optical fiber – principle and propagation of
light in optical fibers – Numerical aperture and acceptance angle – types of optical fibers – single
and multimode, step index and graded index fibers – applications – fiber optic communication
system.

UNIT IV CRYSTAL PHYSICS AND NON- DESTRUCTIVE TESTING 9

Crystal Physics: Lattice – Unit cell - Bravais lattice – Lattice planes – Miller indices –
„d‟ spacing in cubic lattice – Calculation of number of atoms per unit cell – Atomic radius –
coordination number – Packing factor for SC, BCC, FCC and HCP structures.
Non Destructive Testing: Liquid penetrate method – Ultrasonic flaw detection –
ultrasonic flaw detector (block diagram) – X-ray Radiography – Merits and Demerits of each
method.

UNIT V MODERN ENGINEERING MATERIALS AND SUPERCONDUCTING

MATERIALS 9
Modern Engineering Materials: Metallic glasses: Preparation properties and applications. Shape
memory alloys (SMA): Characteristics, applications, advantages and disadvantages of SMA.
Nano Materials: Synthesis –Properties and applications.
Superconducting Materials: Superconducting phenomena – Properties of superconductors
– Meissner effect – Type I and Type II superconductors – High Tc superconductors (qualitative)
– uses of superconductors.

TOTAL: 45
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Text books

1. Gaur R.K. and Gupta S.L., “Engineering Physics “, 8th edition, Dhanpat rai publications (P)
Ltd., New Delhi 2010.
2. P.Mani, “Engineering Physics “, Vol-I, Dhanam Publications, Chennai 2011.
3. Rajendran V. an Marikani A., “Applied Physics for engineers” , 3rd edition, Tata Mc Graw
–Hill publishing company Ltd., New Delhi,2003.

References

1. Uma Mukherji, “Engineering Physics “, Narosa publishing house, New Delhi, 2003.
2. Arumugam M., “Engineering Physics “, Anuradha agencies, 2007.
3. Palanisamy P.K., “Engineering Physics “, SciTech Publications, Chennai 2007.
4. Arthur Beiser, “Concepts of Modern Physics", Tata Mc Graw –Hill Publications, 2007.
5. P.Charles, Poople and Frank J. Owens, "Introduction to Nanotechnology", Wiley India, 2007

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CY2001 ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY 3 Credits

Goal To impart basic principles of chemistry for
engineers.
Objectives Outcome
The objective of the course is Upon successful completion of the course, the
outcomes are as follows:
1. To make the students conversant
with the basics of

(a) Water technology 1.The students will gain basic knowledge in water
analysis and suitable water treatment method.
and
2.The study of polymer chemistry will give an
(b) Polymer science idea on the type of polymers to be used in
engineering applications.

2. To provide knowledge on the 3.Exposure of the students to the common

requirements and properties of a few engineering materials will create awareness
important engineering materials. among the students to search for new materials.

3. To educate the students on the

fundamentals of corrosion and its control. 4.Knowledge on the effects of corrosion and
protection methods will help the young minds to
choose proper metal / alloys and also to create a
design that has good corrosion control.

4. To give a sound knowledge on the 5.Students with good exposure on the important
basics of a few significant terminologies aspects of basic thermodynamics will be able to
and concepts in thermodynamics. understand the advanced level thermodynamics in
engineering applications.

5. To create an awareness among the 6.A good background on the various aspects of
present generation about the various energy sources will create awareness on the need
conventional energy sources. to utilize the fuel sources effectively and also for
exploring new alternate energy resources.

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UNIT IWATER TECHNOLOGY AND POLYMER CHEMISTRY 9

Hardness (Definition, Types, Units) – problems - Estimation of Hardness (EDTA Method) –

Water softening - Carbonate conditioning and Calgon conditioning - Demineralization (Ion-
Exchange Method) - Water Quality Parameters - Municipal Water Treatment- Desalination -
Reverse Osmosis.

Classification of Polymers - PVC, Bakelite - preparation, properties and applications - Effect of

Polymer Structure on Properties - Compounding of Plastics- Polymer Blends and Polymer
Alloys – Definition, Examples.

UNIT II ENGINEERING MATERIALS 9

Properties of Alloys – Heat Treatment of Steel – Polymer Composites – types and applications.-
Lubricants – Classification, properties and applications - Mechanism of Lubrication – MoS2 And
Graphite – Adhesives – classification and properties – Epoxy resin (Preparation, properties and
applications) – Refractories – Classification, Properties and General Manufacture – Abrasives –
Classification , Properties and Uses – Carbon nano tubes – preparation, properties and
applications.

UNIT III ELECTROCHEMISTRY AND CORROSION 9

Conductometric Titration – HCl vs NaOH and mixture of acids vs NaOH - Electrochemical

Series and its applications - Nernst Equation – problems - Polarization, Decomposition Potential,
Over-voltage (definitions only) - Galvanic series -Corrosion (Definition, Examples, effects) –
Mechanism of Dry Corrosion and Wet Corrosion – Differential aeration Corrosion , examples –
Factors Influencing Corrosion – Metal and Environment – Corrosion Control – Design –
Cathodic Protection methods – Protective Coatings – Galvanising - Anodising – Electroplating
(Cu and Ni) and Electroless plating (Cu and Ni) – Constituents of Paints and varnish.

UNIT IV CHEMICAL THERMODYNAMICS 9

Thermodynamic terminology- First Law of Thermodynamics-Internal energy- enthalpy - heat

capacity – work done in isothermal expansion of an ideal gas –problems - second law of
thermodynamics – entropy change – phase transformations and entropy change – problems -
Work Function &Free Energy Function- Maxwell's Relations-Gibbs Helmholtz equation- van't
Hoff Isotherm- van't Hoff Isochore – Problems.

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UNIT VFUELS ANDENERGY SOURCES 9

Fuels – classification - Calorific Value – Dulong‟s Formula – Problems - Determination of

Calorific Value by Bomb Calorimeter – Coal – Proximate Analysis – problems - Octane Number
– Cetane Number – Diesel Index (Definitions only) – Bio Gas – Producer Gas –Water Gas –
Preparation, Properties and Uses – Batteries – Primary Cells – Leclanche Cell –Secondary Cell –
Nickel Cadmium Battery – Fuel Cells – Hydrogen –Oxygen Fuel Cell – Solar Battery – Lead
Acid Storage Cell – Nuclear Energy – Light water nuclear power plant.

Total 45

Text Books :

1. S. S. Dara, Text Book of Engineering Chemistry, S. Chand &Company Ltd., New

Delhi, 2003
2. Murthy, Agarwal &Naidu, Text Book of Engineering Chemistry, BSP, 2003.
3. S.Sumathi, Engineering Chemistry, Dhanam Publications, 2008.
4. S.Sumathi and P.S.Raghavan, Engineering Chemistry II, Dhanam Publications, 2008.

References :
1. B. K. Sharma, Engineering chemistry, Krishna Prakasam Media (P) Ltd., 2003
2. A 1. Vogel, A text book of Qualitative Inorganic Analysis, ELBS, London, 2004
3. A. Gowarikar, Text Book of Polymer Science, 2002
4. Kuriacose &Rajaram, Vols. 1 &2, Chemistry in Engineering and Technology, 2004
5. Puri, Sharma and Pathania, Principles of Physical Chemistry, Vishal Publishing Co.
Jalandar, 2004.

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ME 2101 ENGINEERING GRAPHICS 3 Credits

Goal To develop graphical skills for communicating concepts, ideas and designs
of engineering products and to give exposure to national standards relating
to technical drawings.

Objectives Outcome
The course should enable the students to The students should be able to

1. Introduce drawing standards and use 1.Develop Parametric design and

of drawing instruments. the conventions of formal engineering
drawing.
2. Introduce first angle projection.
2.Produce and interpret 2D & 3D drawings
3. Practice of engineering hand Communicate a design idea/concept
sketching and introduce to computer Graphically.
aided drafting
3.Examine a design critically and with
4. Familiarize the students with different understanding of CAD – The student learn
type of projections. to interpret drawings, and to produce
designs using a combination of 2D and 3D
5. Introduce the process of design from
software.
sketching to parametric 3D CAD
and 2D orthographic drawings to 4.Get a Detailed study of an engineering
BIS Artifact.

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 Note: Only first angle projection is to be followed

BASICS OF ENGINEERING GRAPHICS 2

ImportanceofgraphicsUseofdrawinginstruments-BISconventionsandspecifications– drawing
sheet sizes, layout and folding – lettering – Dimensioning-Geometrical constructions – Scales.
Construction of curves like ellipse, parabola, cycloids and involutes.

UNIT I PROJECTION OF POINTS, LINESAND SURFACES 15

GeneralprinciplesofpresentationoftechnicaldrawingsasperBIS–IntroductiontoOrthographic
projection - Naming views as per
BIS – First angle projection. Projection of points. Projection of straight lines located in first
quadrant using rotating line( using method only). Projection of plane surfaces like polygonal
lamina and circular lamina. Drawing views when the surface of the lamina is inclined to one
reference plane.

UNIT II PROJECTION OF SOLIDS 10

Projectionsofsimplesolidslikeprism,pyramid,cylinderandcone–Drawingviewswhenthe axis of
the solid is inclined to one reference plane. Introduction to „section of solids‟.

UNIT III DEVELOPMENT OF SURFACES 10

Development of lateral surfaces of truncated prisms, pyramids, cylinders and cones.

UNIT IV ORTHOGRAPHIC PROJECTIONS 10

Orthographic projections – Conversion to orthographic views from given pictorial views of
objects, including dimensioning. Free hand sketching of Orthographic views from Pictorial
views.

UNITV PICTORIALPROJECTIONS 10

Isometricprojection–Isometricscale–Isometricviewsofsimplesolidslikeprisms,pyramids,
cylinders and cones. Introduction to perspective Projections.

COMPUTERAIDED DRAFTING (Demonstration Only) 3

Introduction to computer aided drafting and dimensioning using appropriate software.

2D drawing commands: Zoom, Picture editing commands, Dimensioning, Isometric drawing,

Iso-Planes and 3D drafting. Plotting of drawing. Practice includes drawing the projection of
lines and solids. Prepare isometric view of simple solids like prisms, pyramids, cylinders and
cones.
TOTAL: 60

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 TEXT BOOKS:

1. JeyapoovanT,Engineering Drawing and

GraphicsUsingAutoCAD,VikasPublishingHousePvtLtd.,New Delhi, 2010.
2. WarrenJ.LuzadderandJon.M.Duff,FundamentalsofEngineeringDrawing,PrenticeHall of
India Pvt. Ltd., Eleventh Edition, 2003.

REFERENCES

1. Bhatt N.DandPanchal V.M,EngineeringDrawing: Plane and Solid

Geometry,CharotarPublishingHouse,Anand-3001, 2007.
2. ThomasE.French,CharlesJ.VierckandRobertJ.Foster,EngineeringDrawingandGraphic
Technology, McGraw-Hill Book company 13th Edition.1987.
3. IS 9609 - 1983 Lettering on Technical Drawings.
4. IS 10714 - 1983 General Principles of Presentation of Technical Drawings.
5. IS 11669 - 1986 General Principles of Dimensioning of Technical Drawings.

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CS2101 COMPUTER PROGRAMMING 3 CREDITS

Goal To introduce computers and programming and to produce an awareness of the power
of computational techniques that are currently used by engineers and scientists and to
develop programming skills to a level such that problems of reasonable complexity
can be tackled successfully.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the students to: The student should be able to:

1. Learn the major components of a 1. Understand the interaction between

Computer system. different components of Computer system
and number system.
2. Learn the problem solving techniques.
2. Devise computational strategies for
developing applications.
3. Develop skills in programming using
C language.
3. Develop applications (Simple to
Complex) using C programming language.

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 UNIT - I COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS 9

Introduction – Evolution of Computers – Generations of Computer – Classification of Computers –

Application of Computers - Components of a Computer System – Hardware - Software - Starting a
Computer (Booting) – Number Systems.

UNIT- II COMPUTER PROGRMMING AND LANGUAGES 9

Introduction - Problem-Solving Techniques: Algorithms, Flowchart, Pseudocode - Program Control

Structures – Programming Paradigms – Programming languages – Generations of Programming
Languages – Language Translators – Features of a Good Programming Languages.

UNIT - III PROGRAMMING WITH C 9

Introduction to C - The C Declaration - Operators and Expressions – Input and Output in C – Decision
Statements – Loop Control Statements.

UNIT- IV FUNCTIONS, ARRAYS AND STRINGS 9

Functions – Storage Class – Arrays – Working with strings and standard functions.

UNIT - V POINTERS, STRUCTURES AND UNION 9

Pointers – Dynamic Memory allocation – Structure and Union – Files.

TOTAL: 45

TEXT BOOK:

1. ITL Education Solution Limited, Ashok Kamthane, “Computer Programming”, Pearson Education Inc
2007 (Unit: I to V).

REFERNCES:

1. Byron S. Gottfried, “Programming with C”, Second Edition, Tata McGraw Hill 2006.
2. Yashvant Kanetkar, “Let us C”, Eighth edition, BPP publication 2007.
3. Stephen G.Kochan, “Programming in C - A Complete introduction to the C programming language” ,
Pearson Education, 2008.
4. T.JeyaPoovan, “Computer Programming Theory and Practice”, Vikas Pub, New Delhi.

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CS2131 COMPUTER PROGRAMMING LABORATORY 2 CREDITS

Goal To provide an awareness to develop the programming skills using computer languages.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the students to: The student should be able to:

(i) To gain knowledge about Microsoft office, (i) Use MS Word to create document, table, text formatting and
Spread Sheet. Mail merge options.
(ii)To learn a programming concept in C. (ii) Use Excel for small calculations using formula editor,
. creating different types of charts and including pictures etc,
(iii) Write and execute the C programs for small applications.

LIST OF EXPERIMENTS:

a) Word Processing 15

1. Document creation, Text manipulation with Scientific notations

2. Table creation, Table formatting and Conversion
3. Mail merge and Letter preparation
4. Drawing - flow Chart
b) Spread Sheet 15

5. Chart - Line, XY, Bar and Pie

6. Formula - formula editor
7. Spread sheet - inclusion of object, Picture and graphics, protecting the document
c) Programming in C :

8. To write a C program to prepare the electricity bill

9. Functions:
(a) Call by value (b) Call by reference
10. To write a C program to print the Fibonacci series for the given number
11. To write a C program to find the factorial of number using recursion
12. To write a C program to implement the basic arithmetic operations using Switch Case Statement
13. To write a C program to check whether the given number is an Armstrong number
14. To write a C program to check whether the given string is a Palindrome
15. To write a C program to create students details using Structures
16. To write a C program to demonstrate the Command Line Arguments
17. To write a C program to implement the Random Access in Files
18. To write C programs to solve some of the Engineering applications

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GE 2131 ENGINEERING PRACTICES LABORATORY – I 2 CREDITS

Goal To provide the students with hands on experience on various basic

engineering practices in Civil and Mechanical Engineering.

Objectives Outcome
The course should enable the students to The students should be able to

1. Relate theory and practice of basic 1. Indentify and use of tools, Types of
Civil and Mechanical Engineering joints used in welding, carpentry and
plumbing operations.
2. Learn concepts of welding and
machining practice 2. Have hands on experience on basic
fabrication techniques such as
3. Learn concepts of plumbing and carpentry and plumbing practices.
carpentry practice
3. Have hands on experience on basic
fabrication techniques of different
types of welding and basic machining
practices.

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 LIST OF EXPERIMENTS
I. MECHANICALENGINEERING 15
1. Welding
Arc welding: Butt joints, Tee and lap joints.

1. Basic Machining

Facing, turning, threading and drilling practices using lathe and drilling operation with
vertical drilling machine.

3. Machine assembly practice

Study of centrifugal pump

4. Study on
a. Smithy operations - Productions of hexagonal headed bolt.
b. Foundry operations - Mould preparation for gear and step cone pulley.
II. CIVILENGINEERING 12
1. Basic pipe connection using valves, couplings, unions, reducers, elbows in household
fitting.
2. Practice in mixed pipe connections: Metal, plastic and flexible pipes used in
household appliances.
3. Wood work: Sawing, Planning and making common joints.
4. Study of joints in door panels, wooden furniture.

Text Book:

1. T. Jeyapoovan, M.Saravanapandian and S. Pranitha, “Engineering Practices Lab Manual”, 3rd

Edition 2006, Vikas Publishing house (P) Ltd., New Delhi.

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EL2131 COMMUNICATION SKILLS LABORATORY- I 2 CREDITS

Goal The goal of the programme is to provide a practical input towards nurturing
accomplished learners who can function effectively in the English language skills.

Objectives Outcome

1. To extend the ability of the learners to 1. The learners will be able to listen to and
be able to listen to English and evaluate English without difficulty and
comprehend its message. comprehend its message.

2. To enable the learners to have a 2. The learners would have developed a

functional knowledge of spoken functional knowledge of spoken English so
English. as to use it in the institution and at job
interviews.

3. To assist the learners to read and

grasp the meaning of technical and 3. The learners will be able to read and
non-technical passages in English. comprehend the meaning of technical and
non-technical passages in English.

4. To help the learners develop theart of

writing without mistakes. 4. The learners will have developed theart of
writing so as to put down their thoughts and
feelings in words.
5. To expand the thinking capability of
the learners so that they would learn
how to view things from a different 5. At the end of the course, the learners will be
angle. able to think independently and contribute
creative ideas.

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UNIT I LISTENING SKILL

Listening to conversations and interviews of famous personalities in various fields -- Listening

practice related to the TV-- Talk shows – News – Educative programmes -- Watching films for
critical comments – Listening for specific information – Listening for summarizing information
– Listening to monologues for taking notes – Listening to answer multiple-choice questions.

UNIT II SPEAKING SKILL

Self-introduction -- Group discussion – Persuading and negotiating strategies – Practice in

dialogues -- Presentations based on short stories / poems -- Speaking on personal thoughts and
feelings -- academic topics – News reading – Acting as a compere -- Speaking about case studies
on problems and solutions – Extempore speeches.

UNIT III READING SKILL

Reading anecdotes to predict the content – Reading for interpretation -- Suggested reading --
Short stories and poems -- Critical reading – Reading for information transfer – Reading
newspaper and magazine articles for critical commentary – Reading brochures, advertisements,
pamphlets for improved presentation.

UNITIV WRITING SKILL

At the beginning of the semester, the students will be informed of a mini dissertation of 1000
words they need to submit individually on any non-technical topic of their choice. The parts of
the dissertation will be the assignments carried out during the semester and submitted towards
the end of the semester on a date specified by the department. This can be judged as part of the
internal assessment.

UNITV THINKING SKILL

Practice in preparing thinking blocks to decode diagrammatical representations into English

words, expressions, idioms and proverbs – Inculcating interest in English using thinking blocks.
Making pictures and improvising diagrams to form English words, phrases and proverbs --
Picture reading.

Reference Books

1. Raman, Meenakshi, and Sangeetha Sharma. Technical Communication: English Skills for
Engineers. 2nd edition. New Delhi: Oxford University Press, 2010.
2. Riordian, Daniel. Technical Communication. New Delhi. Cengage Learning, 2009

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Websites :

1. British: Learn English – British Council (Listen & Watch) -

<http://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/>
2. American: Randall’s ESL Cyber Listening Lab - <http://www.esl-lab.com/>
3. Intercultural: English Listening Lesson Library Online http://www.elllo.org/

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PH 2031 - PHYSICS LABORATORY

List of Experiments

1. Torsional Pendulum - Determination of rigidity modulus of the material of a wire.

2. Non Uniform Bending - Determination of Young's Modulus.
3. Viscosity -Determination of co-efficient of Viscosity of a liquid by Poiseuille's flow.
4. Lee's Disc - Determination of thermal conductivity of a bad conductor.
5. Air Wedge - Determination of thickness of a thin wire.
6. Spectrometer - Refractive index of a prism.
7. Semiconductor laser - Determination of wavelength of Laser using Grating.

REFERENCE:
1. P.Mani, Engineering Physics Practicals, Dhanam Publications, Chennai, 2005.

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List of Experiments

1. Estimation of Commercial soda by acid-base titration

2. Determination of Percentage of nickel in an alloy
3. Determination of Temporary, permanent and total hardness of water by EDTA method
4. Determination of Chloride content in a water sample
5. Potentiometric Estimation of iron
6. Conductometric Titration of a strong acid with a strong base
7. Conductometric Titration of mixture of acids.
8. Determination of Degree of polymerization of a polymer by Viscometry

References:

1. J.Mendham, R.C. Denney, J.D. Barnes and N.J.K. Thomas, Vogel‟s Textbook of
Quantative Chemical Analysis, 6th Edition, Pearson Education, 2004.

2. C. W. Garland, J. W. Nibler, D. P. Shoemaker, ;"Experiments in Physical Chemistry, 8th

ed.," McGraw-Hill, New York, 2009.

3. S. Sumathi, Engineering Chemistry Practicals, Dhanam Publications, 2011.

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MA2201 ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS - II 4 Credits

Goal To create the awareness and comprehensive knowledge in engineering

mathematics.

Objectives
Outcome

The course should enable the students to: The students should be able to:

1) Understand the evaluation of the 1) Find area as double integrals and volume
doubleand triple integrals in as triple integrals in engineering
Cartesian and polar forms. applications.

2) Know the basics of Vector calculus. 2) Evaluatethe gradient, divergence, curl,

line, surface and volume integrals along
3) Know Cauchy - Riemann equations, with the verification of classical
Milne – Thomson method and theorems involving them.
Conformal mapping
3) Applies analytic functions and their
4) Grasp the concept of Cauchy‟s interesting properties inscience and
integral formula, Cauchy‟s residue engineering.
theorem and contour integration.
4) Evaluate the basics of complex integration
5) Know Laplace transform and inverse and the concept of contour integration
Laplace transform and their which is important for evaluation of
properties. certain integrals encountered in practice.

5) Have a sound knowledge of Laplace

transform and its properties and their
applications in solving initial and
boundary value problems.

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UNIT IMULTIPLE INTEGRALS 12

Review: Basic concepts of integration- Standard results – Substitution methods – Integration by

parts - Simple problems.
Double integrals: Cartesian and polar co-ordinates –Change of variables – simple problems -
Area as a double integral. Triple integrals: Cartesian coordinates – Volume as a triple integral–
simple problems.
UNIT IIVECTOR CALCULUS 12

Review: Definition – vector, scalar – basic concepts of vector algebra - dot and cross products-
properties.
Gradient, Divergence and Curl –Unit normal vector, Directional derivative – angle between
surfaces-Irrotational and solenoidal vector fields. Verification and evaluation of Green‟s
theorem- Gauss divergence theorem and Stoke‟s theorem.Simple applications to regions such as
square, rectangle, triangle, cuboids and rectangular parallelopipeds.
UNIT IIIANALYTIC FUNCTIONS 12

Review: Basic results in complex numbers - Cartesian and polar forms - Demoivre‟s theorem.
Functions of a complex variable – Analytic function – Necessary and sufficient conditions
(without proof) – Cauchy - Riemann equations – Properties of analytic function – Harmonic
function – Harmonic conjugate - Construction of Analytic functions by Milne – Thomson
method.Conformal mapping: w = z + a, az, 1/z and bilinear transformation.

UNIT IVCOMPLEX INTEGRATION 12

Statement and application of Cauchy‟s integral theorem and Integral formula– Evaluation of
integrals using the above theorems –Taylor and Laurent series expansions–Singularities –
Classification. Residues – Cauchy‟s residue theorem (without proof)– Contour integration over
unit circle and semicircular contours (excluding poles on boundaries).

UNIT VLAPLACE TRANSFORM 12

Laplace transform – Conditions of existence – Transform of elementary functions – properties–

Transforms of derivatives and integrals – Derivatives and integrals of transforms - Initial and
final value theorems – Transforms of unit step function and impulse function – Transform of
periodic functions. Inverse Laplace transform – Convolution theorem – Solution of linear ODE
of second order with constant coefficients.

TOTAL: 60

Note: Questions need not be asked from review part.

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Text Books:

1. VenkatramanM.K, Mathematics, Volume – II, National Publishing Company, Chennai,

1985.
2. Grewal B.S, Higher Engineering Mathematics, Thirty Eighth Editions, Khanna Publisher,
Delhi, 2004.
3. Chandrasekaran A, Engineering Mathematics, Volume – II, Dhanam Publication,
2008.

Reference:

1. Kandasamy P, Engineering Mathematics Volume II, S. Chand & Co., New Delhi, 1987.
2. GrewalB.S, “Engineering Maths – II”, Sultan Chand, New Delhi, 1993.
3. Bali N.P, Manish Goyal, Text book of Engineering Mathematics, 3rd Edition, Lakshmi
Publications, 2003.

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CY2001 ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY 3 Credits
Goal To impart basic principles of chemistry for
engineers.
Objectives Outcome
Upon successful completion of the course, the
The objective of the course is : outcomes are as follows:

1.To make the students conversant with

the basics ofWater technology and
Polymer science. 1.The students will gain basic knowledge in water
analysis and suitable water treatment method.
2.To provide knowledge on the
requirements and properties of a few 2.The study of polymer chemistry will give an idea
important engineering materials. on the type of polymers to be used in engineering
applications.

3.To educate the students on the 3.Exposure of the students to the common
fundamentals of corrosion and its engineering materials will create awareness among
control. the students to search for new materials.

4.To give a sound knowledge on the 4.Knowledge on the effects of corrosion and
basics of a few significant terminologies protection methods will help the young minds to
and concepts in thermodynamics. choose proper metal / alloys and also to create a
design that has good corrosion control.

5.To create an awareness among the 5.Students with good exposure on the important
present generation about the various aspects of basic thermodynamics will be able to
conventional energy sources. understand the advanced level thermodynamics in
engineering applications.

6.A good background on the various aspects of

energy sources will create awareness on the need
to utilize the fuel sources effectively and also for
exploring new alternate energy resources.

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UNIT I WATER TECHNOLOGY AND POLYMER CHEMISTRY 9

Hardness (Definition, Types, Units) – problems - Estimation of Hardness (EDTA Method) –

Water softening - Carbonate conditioning and Calgon conditioning - Demineralization (Ion-
Exchange Method) - Water Quality Parameters - Municipal Water Treatment- Desalination -
Reverse Osmosis.

Classification of Polymers - PVC, Bakelite - preparation, properties and applications - Effect of

Polymer Structure on Properties - Compounding of Plastics- Polymer Blends and Polymer
Alloys – Definition, Examples.

UNIT II ENGINEERING MATERIALS 9

Properties of Alloys – Heat Treatment of Steel – Polymer Composites – types and applications.-
Lubricants – Classification, properties and applications - Mechanism of Lubrication – MoS2 And
Graphite – Adhesives – classification and properties – Epoxy resin (Preparation, properties and
applications) – Refractories – Classification, Properties and General Manufacture – Abrasives –
Classification , Properties and Uses – Carbon nano tubes – preparation, properties and
applications.

UNIT III ELECTROCHEMISTRY AND CORROSION 9

Conductometric Titration – HCl vs NaOH and mixture of acids vs NaOH - Electrochemical

Series and its applications - Nernst Equation – problems - Polarization, Decomposition Potential,
Over-voltage (definitions only) - Galvanic series -Corrosion (Definition, Examples, effects) –
Mechanism of Dry Corrosion and Wet Corrosion – Differential aeration Corrosion , examples –
Factors Influencing Corrosion – Metal and Environment – Corrosion Control – Design –
Cathodic Protection methods – Protective Coatings – Galvanising - Anodising – Electroplating
(Cu and Ni) and Electroless plating (Cu and Ni) – Constituents of Paints and varnish.

UNIT IV CHEMICAL THERMODYNAMICS 9

Thermodynamic terminology- First Law of Thermodynamics-Internal energy- enthalpy - heat

capacity – work done in isothermal expansion of an ideal gas –problems - second law of
thermodynamics – entropy change – phase transformations and entropy change – problems -
Work Function &Free Energy Function- Maxwell's Relations-Gibbs Helmholtz equation- van't
Hoff Isotherm- van't Hoff Isochore – Problems.

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UNIT VFUELS ANDENERGY SOURCES 9

Fuels – classification - Calorific Value – Dulong‟s Formula – Problems - Determination of

Calorific Value by Bomb Calorimeter – Coal – Proximate Analysis – problems - Octane Number
– Cetane Number – Diesel Index (Definitions only) – Bio Gas – Producer Gas –Water Gas –
Preparation, Properties and Uses – Batteries – Primary Cells – Leclanche Cell –Secondary Cell –
Nickel Cadmium Battery – Fuel Cells – Hydrogen –Oxygen Fuel Cell – Solar Battery – Lead
Acid Storage Cell – Nuclear Energy – Light water nuclear power plant.

Total 45

Text Books :

1. S. S. Dara, Text Book of Engineering Chemistry, S. Chand &Company Ltd., New

Delhi, 2003
2. Murthy, Agarwal &Naidu, Text Book of Engineering Chemistry, BSP, 2003.
3. S.Sumathi, Engineering Chemistry, Dhanam Publications, 2008.
4. S.Sumathi and P.S.Raghavan, Engineering Chemistry II, Dhanam Publications,
2008.

References :

1. B. K. Sharma, Engineering chemistry, Krishna Prakasam Media (P) Ltd., 2003

2. A 1. Vogel, A text book of Qualitative Inorganic Analysis, ELBS, London, 2004
A. Gowarikar, Text Book of Polymer Science, 2002
3. Kuriacose &Rajaram, Vols. 1 &2, Chemistry in Engineering and Technology, 2004
4. Puri, Sharma and Pathania, Principles of Physical Chemistry, Vishal Publishing Co.
Jalandar, 2004.

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PH2001 ENGINEERING PHYSICS 3 Credits

Goal To impart fundamental knowledge in various fields of
Physics and its applications.
Objectives Outcome
The student will
1. To develop strong fundamentals of 1. Be able to understand the properties and behaviour
properties and behavior of the of materials.
materials
2. Have a fundamental knowledge of acoustics which
2. To enhance theoretical and modern would facilitate in acoustical design of buildings and
technological aspects in acoustics on ultrasonics and be able to employ it as an
and ultrasonics. engineering tool.

3.Understand the concept, working and application of

3. To enable the students to correlate lasers and f`iber optics.
the theoretical principles with
application oriented study of optics.
4.Know the fundamentals of crystal physics and non-
destructive testing methods.
4. To provide a strong foundation in
the understanding of solids and
materials testing. 5.Have an understanding of the production,
characteristics and application of the new engineering
materials. This would aid them in the material selection
5. To enrich the knowledge of stage.
students in modern engineering
materials.

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UNIT I PROPERTIES OF MATTER 9
Elasticity – types of moduli of elasticity – Stress-Strain diagram – Young‟s modulus of
elasticity – Rigidity modulus – Bulk modulus – Factors affecting elasticity – twisting couple on a
wire – Torsional pendulum – determination of rigidity modulus of a wire – depression of a
cantilever – Young‟s modulus by cantilever – uniform and non-uniform bending - viscosity –
Ostwald‟s viscometer – comparison of viscosities.

UNIT II ACOUSTICS AND ULTRASONICS 9

Classification of sound – characteristics of musical sound – intensity - loudness – Weber
Fechner law – Decibel – Reverberation – Reverberation time, derivation of Sabine‟s formula for
reverberation time(Jaeger‟s method) – absorption coefficient and its determination – factors affecting
acoustics of building (Optimum reverberation time, loudness, focusing, echo, echelon effect, resonance
and noise) and their remedies. Ultrasonics - production – Magnetostriction and Piezoelectric methods –
properties – applications of ultrasonics with particular reference to detection of flaws in metal ( Non –
Destructive testing NDT) – SONAR.
UNIT III LASER AND FIBRE OPTICS 9
Principle of lasers – Stimulated absorption – Spontaneous emission, stimulated emission
– population inversion – pumping action – active medium – laser characteristics – Nd-Yag laser
– CO2 laser – Semiconductor laser – applications - optical fiber – principle and propagation of
light in optical fibers – Numerical aperture and acceptance angle – types of optical fibers – single
and multimode, step index and graded index fibers – applications – fiber optic communication
system.

UNIT IV CRYSTAL PHYSICS AND NON- DESTRUCTIVE TESTING 9

Crystal Physics: Lattice – Unit cell - Bravais lattice – Lattice planes – Miller indices –
„d‟ spacing in cubic lattice – Calculation of number of atoms per unit cell – Atomic radius –
coordination number – Packing factor for SC, BCC, FCC and HCP structures.
Non Destructive Testing: Liquid penetrate method – Ultrasonic flaw detection –
ultrasonic flaw detector (block diagram) – X-ray Radiography – Merits and Demerits of each
method.

UNIT V MODERN ENGINEERING MATERIALS AND SUPERCONDUCTING

MATERIALS 9
Modern Engineering Materials: Metallic glasses: Preparation properties and applications. Shape
memory alloys (SMA): Characteristics, applications, advantages and disadvantages of SMA.
Nano Materials: Synthesis –Properties and applications.
Superconducting Materials: Superconducting phenomena – Properties of superconductors
– Meissner effect – Type I and Type II superconductors – High Tc superconductors (qualitative)
– uses of superconductors.

Total: 45
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Text books :

1. Gaur R.K. and Gupta S.L., “Engineering Physics “, 8th edition, Dhanpat rai
publications (P) Ltd., New Delhi 2010.
2. P.Mani, “Engineering Physics “, Vol-I, Dhanam Publications, Chennai 2011.
3. Rajendran V. an Marikani A., “Applied Physics for engineers” , 3rd edition, Tata Mc
Graw Hill publishing company Ltd., New Delhi,2003.

References :

1. Uma Mukherji, “Engineering Physics “, Narosa publishing house, New Delhi, 2003.
2. Arumugam M., “Engineering Physics “, Anuradha agencies, 2007.
3. Palanisamy P.K., “Engineering Physics “, SciTech Publications, Chennai 2007.
4. Arthur Beiser, “Concepts of Modern Physics", Tata Mc Graw –Hill Publications,
2007.
5. P.Charles, Poople and Frank J. Owens, "Introduction to Nanotechnology", Wiley

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EE2213 BASIC ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY 3 Credits

Goal To understand basic principles underlying the behaviour of electrical

circuits, electric power apparatus and measurement techniques.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student The students should be able to:
to:

1. Understand the basic principles of electric

1. Understand the fundamental of circuits.
electrical circuits.
2. Know the construction details of electric
2. Understand the principles of machines.
operation of D.C. & A.C.
machines, generators, motors –
starter motors for automotive 3. Know the technique of measurement using
applications. voltmeter and ammeter.

3. Know about the various

measurements and measuring
instruments.

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D.C voltage – current and power – ohm‟s law – Resistance in series and parallel circuits – current
and voltage division – Kirchoff‟s laws – simple problems using mesh analysis – sinusoidal voltage –
R.M.S, average and peak values – phase and phase difference – phasor representation – power factor
– complex power – real, reactive and apparent power – power measurement in three phase circuits
using two wattmeters – simple problems.

UNIT II D.C AND A.C MACHINES 10

Constructional details and operating principles of D.C motors – back e.m.f. – types of motors –
speed and torque equation – load characteristics of D.C motors – starting methods.
Construction and operation of synchronous generators – types of synchronous machines – e.m.f
equation – load characteristics – principle of operation of synchronous motors – simple problems.

UNIT III TRANSFORMERS 8

Constructional details and operation of single phase transformers – types of transformers – e.m.f
equation – transformation ratio – transformer on no load and load – parameters of transformers
referred to primary and secondary – equivalent circuits – regulation – losses and efficiency – simple
problems in single phase transformers – introduction to three phase transformers – types of three
phase connections.

UNIT IV INDUCTION MACHINES 10

Constructional details and principle of operation of three phase induction motor – types of three
phase induction motors – e.m.f equation – rotor e.m.f and current at standstill and running conditions
– slip – torque characteristics – losses and efficiency – simple problems.
Construction and principle of operation of single-phase induction motors – starting methods – split
phase and shaded pole types.

UNIT V MEASUREMENTS AND MEASURING INSTRUMENTS 7

Deflecting torque, controlling torque and damping torque in indicating instruments - construction and
operating principles of moving coil and moving iron instruments – voltmeters and ammeters –
construction and operating principles of induction type energy meters and dynamo meter type
wattmeters – types of errors.
TOTAL = 60

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Text Books :

1. D.P.Kothari and I.J.Nagrath, „Basic Electrical Engineering‟, Second Edition 2002, Tata McGraw-
Hill Publishing Company Limited.
2. V.K. Metha and Rohit Metha, “Principles of Electrical Engineering”, 2003, S.Chand and Company
Ltd., New Delhi 110055.

References:

1. Stephen J.Chapman, „Electric Machinery Fundamentals‟, Third Edition, 1999, McGraw-Hill.

2. K.Murugesh Kumar, „Basic Electrical Science & Technology‟, First Published 2002, Vikas
Publishing House Private Limited.
3. T.Thyagarajan, K.P.Sendur Chelvi and T.R.Rangaswamy, „Engineering Basics‟, Third Edition,
2002, New Age International (P) Limited, Publishers.

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ME 2201 ENGINEERING MECHANICS 4 Credits

Goal To provide an understanding of the effects of forces, torques and motion on a
variety of structures and vehicles.

Objectives Outcome
The course should enable the students to The students should be able to

1. Impart knowledge on the vector and 1. Apply the law of forces and Newton‟s
2nd law in determining motion and
scalar representation of forces and
The dynamics of particles and vehicles.
moments
2. Implement vectors in mechanics
2. Impart knowledge on static
problems and Know about Energy and
equilibrium of particles and rigid momentum conservation.
bodies both in two dimensions and
also in three dimensions. 3. Know the dynamics of a rigid body
and its rotation and Do the calculation
3. Understand the principle of work and and motion of the centre of mass of a
energy. system of particles.

4. Comprehend on the effect of friction

on equilibrium, the laws of motion, 4. Use vectors to solve mechanics
the kinematics of motion and the problems and Develop particle and
interrelationship. vehicle trajectory equations.

5. Write the dynamic equilibrium

5. Calculate the motion of rigid bodies
equation.
and Solving problems on engineering
mechanics that arise on other modules
All these should be achieved both
of the course
conceptually and through solved
examples.

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UNIT I BASICS & STATICS OF PARTICLES 12

Introduction – Units and Dimensions – Laws of Mechanics – Lame‟s theorem, Parallelogram and
triangular Law of forces – Vectors – Vectorial representation of forces and moments – Vector
operations : addition, subtraction, dot product, cross product – Coplanar Forces – Resolution and
Composition of forces – Equilibrium of a particle – Forces in space – Equilibrium of a particle in
space – Equivalent systems of forces – Principle of transmissibility – Single equivalent force.

UNIT II EQUILIBRIUM OF RIGID BODIES 12

Free body diagram – Types of supports and their reactions – Requirements of stable equilibrium
– Static determinacy – Moments and Couples – Moment of a force about a point and about an
axis – Vectorial representation of moments and couples – Scalar components of a moment –
Varignon‟s theorem – Equilibrium of Rigid bodies in two dimensions – Equilibrium of Rigid
bodies in three dimensions – Examples.

UNIT III FRICTION 12

Frictional force – Laws of Coulomb friction – Simple contact friction – Belt friction –
Transmission of power through belts – Wedge Friction – Screw Jack – Rolling resistance.

UNIT IV PROPERTIES OF SURFACES AND SOLIDS 12

Determination of Areas and Volumes – Determination of first moment of area Centroid of

sections, Second and product moments of plane area - Rectangle, circle, triangle, T section, I
section, Angle section, Hollow section– Parallel axis theorem and perpendicular axis theorem –
Polar moment of inertia –Product moment of inertia.

UNIT V DYNAMICS OF PARTICLES 12

Displacements, Velocity and acceleration, their relationship – Relative motion – Curvilinear

motion – Newton‟s law – Work Energy Equation of particles – Impulse and Momentum –
Impact of elastic bodies.

TOTAL : 60
Text Books :
1. Beer, F.P and Johnson Jr. E.R, Vector Mechanics for Engineers, Vol. 1 Statics and vol. 2
Dynamics, McGraw-Hill International Edition, 1997.
2. Rajasekaran, S, Sankarasubramanian, G., Fundamentals of Engineering Mechanics,
Vikas Publishing House Pvt., Ltd., 2003.
3. Bedford and N. Fowler, Engineering Mechanics-Dynamics, Adison-Wesley

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References :

1. Hibbeller, R.C., Engineering Mechanics, Vol. 1 Statics, Vol. 2 Dynamics, Pearson

Education Asia Pvt. Ltd., 2000.
2. Ashok Gupta, Interactive Engineering Mechanics – Statics – A Virtual Tutor (CDROM),
Pearson Education Asia Pvt., Ltd., 2002.
3. Palanichamy, M.S., Nagan, S., Engineering Mechanics – Statics & Dynamics, Tata
McGraw- Hill, 2001.
4. Irving H. Shames, Engineering Mechanics – Statics and Dynamics, IV Edition – Pearson
Education Asia Pvt., Ltd., 2003.

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AT2201 Production Technology-I 3 Credits

Goal The automobile components such as piston, connecting rod,

crankshaft, engine block, frontaxle, frame, body etc., are
manufactured by various types of production processes involving
casting, welding, machining, metal forming, power metallurgy etc.
Hence B.E. Automobile Engineering students must study this
course Production Technology

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student The students should be able to:
to:
1. Describe the Principles of Oxy-acetylene gas
1 Understand how the automobile welding, A.C metal arc welding, resistance
parts are manufactured. welding, submerged arc welding, tungsten inert
gas welding, metal inert gas welding, plasma arc
welding, thermit welding, electron beam welding,
2 Understand how the different laser beam welding, the different between
machines are used for conventional and un-conventional, the machining
machining the components. of components like gears, shaft, keways, screw
and nut.

2. Describe the general principles (with schematic

3 Understand how the
diagrams only) of working and commonly
components are joined
performed operations in the following machines:
together by using a joining
Lathe, Shaper, Planer, Horizontal milling
method, which is called as
machine, Universal drilling machine, cylindrical
welding, brazing and
grinding machine, Capstan and Turret lathe.
soldiering.

3. Describe the general principles and applications

4 Understand how the piston is
of the following processes: Abrasive jet
manufactured by casting
machining, Ultrasonic machining, Electric
method.
discharge machining, Electro chemical
machining, Plasma arc machining, Electron beam
machining and Laser beam machining, the
characteristics of the forming and shaping
5 Understand, how the cam shaft, processes in plastic.
crank shaft, connecting rod are
manufactured by forging
method. 4. Describe the difference between thermoplastic
and thermosetting.

5. Describe the working principles and typical

applications of Injection moulding, Blow
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Extrusion in thermoplastic. And Compression
moulding, Transfer moulding in thermosetting.

UNIT IMETAL JOINING PROCESSES 9

Classification plastic welding, fusion welding, solid phase welding and sub classification. Study
of power sources, electrodes, processes and applications: SMAW, SAWM, GTAW, GMAW,
PAW, electro gas welding and electric, resistance welding. Gas welding, oxy acetylene cutting,
brazing and soldering. Under water welding. Defects and Inspection of welded joints.

UNIT IICASTING PROCESSES 9

Sand casting, pattern and core making, moulding, moulding sand properties, gating and riser,
moulding methods, melting furnaces – cupola, pit furnace and electric furnaces. Special casting
processes – shell, investment, die casting – pressure and gravity types. Plastic moulding –
injection and blow moulding, defects in casting and moulding – testing and inspection.

UNIT III FINISH PROCESSES 9

Surface finishing processes: grinding processes, various types of grinders, work holding devices,
grinding wheels and specification, selection of grinding wheels for specific applications –
selection of cutting speed and work speed. Fine Finishing Process: Lapping, honing, and super
finishing process.

UNIT IVMETAL FORMING PROCESSES 9

Hot and cold working processes – rolling, forging, drawing and extrusion processes, bending, hot
spinning, shearing, tube and wire drawing, cold forming, shot peening. Sheet metal working –
blanking, piercing, punching, trimming, Bending – types of dies – progressive, compound and
combination dies. High-energy rate forming processes.

UNIT VMACHINING PROCESSES 9

Lathe: working principle, classification, specification accessories, lathe and tool holders,
different operations on a lathe, methods of taper turning machining time and power required for
cutting, turret and capstan lathes. Drilling and boring: machines- classification, specification,
cutters speed feed, machining time parts and description of parts parts-boring machines- jig borer
–description, types and hole location procedures.

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Milling: classification, principle, parts- specification milling cutters indexing, selection of
milling m/c fundamentals of inches processes, milling processes and operations

TOTAL : 45

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Text Books :

1. Hajra Choudhary S.K., “Elements of Manufacturing Technology”, Vol. II, 11th edition,
Media Publishers, Mumbai, 1997.
2. Rao.P.N., “Manufacturing Technology, Metal Cutting and Machine Tools”, Tata
McGraw-Hill,2000.

References :

1. Jain K.C. Agarwal, L.N. “Metal Cutting Science and Production Technology”, 1st edition,
Khanna Publishers, 1986.
2. Chapman W.A.J., “Workshop Technology”, Vol. II, Arnold Publishers.
3. H.M.T., “Production Technology”, Tata McGraw-Hill, New Delhi, 2000.

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List of Experiments

1. Estimation of Commercial soda by acid-base titration

2. Determination of Percentage of nickel in an alloy

3. Determination of Temporary, permanent and total hardness of water by EDTA method

4. Determination of Chloride content in a water sample

5. Potentiometric Estimation of iron

6. Conductometric Titration of a strong acid with a strong base

7. Conductometric Titration of mixture of acids.

8. Determination of Degree of polymerization of a polymer by Viscometry

References:

1. J.Mendham, R.C. Denney, J.D. Barnes and N.J.K. Thomas, Vogel‟s Textbook of
Quantative Chemical Analysis, 6th Edition, Pearson Education, 2004.

2. C. W. Garland, J. W. Nibler, D. P. Shoemaker, ;"Experiments in Physical Chemistry, 8th

ed.," McGraw-Hill, New York, 2009.

3. S. Sumathi, Engineering Chemistry Practicals, Dhanam Publications, 2011.

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List of Experiments

2. Torsional Pendulum - Determination of rigidity modulus of the material of a wire.

3. Non Uniform Bending - Determination of Young's Modulus.
4. Viscosity -Determination of co-efficient of Viscosity of a liquid by Poiseuille's
flow.
5. Lee's Disc - Determination of thermal conductivity of a bad conductor.
6. Air Wedge - Determination of thickness of a thin wire.
7. Spectrometer - Refractive index of a prism.
8. Semiconductor laser - Determination of wavelength of Laser using Grating.

Reference:
1. P.Mani, Engineering Physics Practicals, Dhanam Publications, Chennai, 2005.

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List of Experiments

1. Electrical Engineering

1. Wiring for a tube light.

2. Wiring for a lamp and fan.

3. Staircase wiring.

4. Study of (i) Iron box and (ii) Fan with Regulator.

2. Electronics Engineering

1. Study of Electronic components and Equipments.

2. Characteristics of PN junction diode & measurement of Ripple factor or half wave
and full wave rectifier.
3. Applications of OP-AMP – Inverter, Adder and Subtractor.
4. Study and verification of Logic Gates.

Text Book:

T. Jeyapoovan, M.Saravanapandian and S. Pranitha, “Engineering Practices Lab Manual”, 3rd

Edition 2006, Vikas Publishing house (P) Ltd., New Delhi.

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EL2231 COMMUNICATION SKILLS LABORATORY II 3 Credits

Goal The goal of the programme is to provide an advanced practical input towards
moulding student-achievers who can use the English language with ease.

Objectives Outcome

1. To extend the power of the learners to 1. The learners will be able to listen to and
listen to English at an advanced level understand English at an advanced level and
and comment on it. interpret its meaning.
2. To guide the learners to speak English 2. The learners would have developed English
at the formal and informal levels. at the formal and informal levels and thus
gained the confidence to use it without fear.
3. To enable learners to read and grasp
the in-depth meaning of technical and 3. The learners will be able to read and grasp
non-technical passages in English. the in-depth meaning of technical and non-
technical passages in English.
4. To help the learners develop theart of 4. The learners will have developed theart of
writing at the formal and informal levels. formal and informal writing.

5. To expand the thinking capability of 5. The learners will be able to think

the learners so that they would learn how independently and creatively and also
verbalize their thoughts fearlessly.
to be original in their thoughts.

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UNIT I LISTENING SKILL

Listening to telephonic conversations -- Listening to native British speakers -- Listening to native

American speakers -- Listeningto intercultural communication -- Listening to answer questions
as one-liners and paragraphs -- Listening practice to identify ideas, situations and people --
Listening to group discussions -- Listening to films of short duration.

UNIT II SPEAKING SKILL

Interview skills – People skills – Job interview – Body language and communication -- How to
develop fluency -- Public speaking -- Speaking exercises involving the use of stress and
intonation – Speaking on academic topics – Brain storming & discussion – Speaking about case
studies on problems and solutions – Extempore speeches – Debating for and against an issue –
Mini presentations – Generating talks and discussions based on audiovisual aids.

UNIT III READING SKILL

Readingexercisesfor grammatical accuracy and correction of errors --Reading comprehension

exercises with critical and analytical questions based on context – Evaluation of contexts –
Reading of memos, letters, notices and minutes for reading editing and proof reading --
Extensive reading of parts of relevant novels after giving the gist of the same.

UNIT IV WRITING SKILL

At the beginning of the semester, the students will be informed of a mini dissertation of 2000
words they need to submit individually on any non-technical topic of their choice. The parts of
the dissertation will be the assignments carried out during the semester and submitted towards
the end of the semester on a date specified by the department. This can be judged as part of the
internal assessment.

UNIT V THINKING SKILL

Practice in preparing thinking blocks to decode pictorial representations into English words,
expressions, idioms and proverbs – Eliciting the knowledge of English using thinking blocks --
Picture rereading -- Finding meaning in the meaningless – Interpreting landscapes, simple
modern art and verbal and non-verbal communication.

Reference Books:

Ibbotson, Mark. Cambridge English for Engineering. New Delhi: Cambridge University Press,
2009.
Smith-Worthington Jefferson. Technical Writing for Success.New Delhi. Cengage Learning,
2007.

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Websites :

1. British: Learn English – British Council (Business English) -

<http://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/>

2. BBC Learning English (General and Business English) -

<http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/learningenglish/>
3. Intercultural: English Listening Lesson Library Online <http://www.elllo.org/>

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List of Experiments

1. Load test on DC Shunt & DC Series motor

2. O.C.C & Load characteristics of DC Shunt and DC Series generator
3. Speed control of DC shunt motor (Armature, Field control)
4. Load test on single phase transformer
5. O.C & S.C Test on a single phase transformer
6. Regulation of an alternator by EMF & MMF methods.
7. V curves and inverted V curves of synchronous Motor
8. Load test on three phase squirrel cage Induction motor
9. Speed control of three phase slip ring Induction Motor
10. Load test on single phase Induction Motor.
11. Study of DC & AC Starters

List of Equipments(for batch of 30 students)

1. DC Shunt motor - 2 No
2. DC Series motor - 1 No
3. DC shunt motor-DC Shunt Generator set - 1 No
4. DC Shunt motor-DC Series Generator set - 1 No
5. Single phase transformer - 2 No
6. Three phase alternator - 2 No
7. Three phase synchronous motor - 1 No
8. Three phase Squirrel cage Induction motor - 1 No
9. Three phase Slip ring Induction motor - 1 No
10. Single phase Induction motor - 1 No

TOTAL : 45

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MA2301 ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS III 4 Credits

Goal To create the awareness and comprehensive knowledge in engineering mathematics.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the students to: The students should be able to:

1) Learn techniques of solving the 1) Formulate mathematically certain

standard types of first and second practical problems in terms of partial
partial differential equations. differential equations, solve them and
physically interpret the results.
2) Grasp the Fourier series expansions
for the given periodic function in the 2) Use the knowledge of Fourier series, their
different possible forms and the
specific intervals and their different
frequently needed practical harmonic
forms. analysis that an engineer may have to
make from discrete data.

3) Learn solving one dimensional wave

3) Formulate and identify certain boundary
equation, One and two dimensional and initial value problems encountered in
heat equation using Fourier series. engineering practices, decide on
applicability of the Fourier series method
of solution, solve the vibration and heat
flow problems and then interpret the
4) Understand the problems using results.
Fourier transform and learns their 4) Apply Fourier transform pair, their
properties. properties, with the possible special
cases with attention to their applications
5) Understand the problems using Z – 5) Apply the basics of Z – transform in its
transform and learns their properties. applicability to discretely varying
functions, gained the skill to formulate
certain problems in terms of difference
equations and solve them using the Z –
transform technique bringing out the
elegance of the procedure involved.

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UNIT I PARTIAL DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS 12

Formation of partial differential equations by elimination of arbitrary constants and arbitrary

functions – Solution of standard types of first order non linear partial differential equations-
simple problems – Lagrange‟s linear equation – Linear partial differential equations of second
and higher order with constant coefficients.
UNIT IIFOURIER SERIES 12

Dirichlet‟s conditions – General Fourier series – Odd and even functions – Half range sine series
– Half range cosine series – Complex form of Fourier Series – Parseval‟s identity – Harmonic
Analysis.

UNIT IIIBOUNDARY VALUE PROBLEMS 12

Classification of second order quasi linear partial differential equations – Solutions of one
dimensional wave equation – One dimensional heat equation – Steady state solution of two-
dimensional heat equation (Insulated edges excluded) – Fourier series solutions in Cartesian
coordinates.

UNIT IVFOURIER TRANSFORM 12

Fourier integral theorem (without proof) – Fourier transform pair – Sine and
Cosine transforms – Properties – Transforms of simple functions – Convolution theorem –
simple problems.

UNIT V Z -TRANSFORM AND DIFFERENCE EQUATIONS 12

Z-transform - Elementary properties – Inverse Z – transform – Convolution theorem -Formation

of difference equations – Solution of difference equations using Z - transform.

TOTAL: 60

Text Books :

1. Grewal, B.S., “Higher Engineering Mathematics”, Thirty Sixth Edition, Khanna

Publishers, Delhi, 2001.
2. Kandasamy, P., Thilagavathy, K., and Gunavathy, K., “Engineering Mathematics
Volume III”, S. Chand & Company ltd., New Delhi, 1996.
3. Wylie C. Ray and Barrett Louis, C., “Advanced Engineering Mathematics”, Sixth
Edition, McGraw-Hill, Inc., New York, 1995.
4. Chandrasekaran A, A Text book of Engineering Mathematics III, Dhanam Publications,
Chennai, 2010.
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References :
1. Andrews, L.A., and Shivamoggi B.K., “Integral Transforms for Engineers and Applied
Mathematicians,” MacMillan, New York, 1988.
2. Narayanan, S., Manikavasagom Pillai, T.K. and Ramaniah, G., “Advanced Mathematics
for Engineering Students”, Volumes II and III, S. Viswanathan (Printers and Publishers)
Pvt. Ltd. Chennai, 2002.
3. Churchill, R.V. and Brown, J.W., “Fourier Series and Boundary Value Problems”, Fourth
Edition, McGraw-Hill Book Co., Singapore, 1987.

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AT2301 KINEMATICSOF MACHINES 4 Credits

Goal To expose the student to understand the concept of

mechanism of machines

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student The students should be able to:
to:

1. Provide an understanding of the

kinematics and kinetics of simple 1. Understand the existing theory of mechanism,
machine elements and devices. together with its shortcomings.

2. Provide an understanding and

appreciation of the variety of elements 2. Understand the concepts of mobility, degrees of
employed within a modern complex freedom and inertia and be able to understand
machine, such as an automobile, how these apply to simple mechanisms and
together with some historical machines;
precedents.

3. Gain knowledge rigid body 3. Calculate forces and accelerations in mechanisms

dynamics (kinematics) of linkages.

4. Design of four bar mechanisms, the 4. Apply typical analytical and graphical techniques,
direct relevance of problems discussed reinforcing and expanding Part I learning.
to engineering practice.

5. Validation of certain theoretical 5. Understand a variety of mechanical engineering

models through laboratory experiments. components and systems.

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 UNIT IBASICS OF MECHANISMS 12
Terminology and Definitions-Degree of Freedom Mobility-Kutzbach criterion-Grashoff‟s law-
KinematicInversionsof4-barchainandslidercrankchains-MechanicalAdvantage-Transmission
angle-Description of common Mechanisms-Single,double andoffset slider mechanisms -
Quick return mechanisms - Ratchets and escapements - Indexing Mechanisms - Rocking
Mechanisms - Straight line generators-Design of Crank-Rocker Mechanisms.

UNIT IIKINEMATICS 12
Displacement,velocityandacceleration-analysisinsimplemechanisms-GraphicalMethod
velocityandaccelerationpolygons-KinematicanalysisbyComplex Algebramethods-Vector
Approach, Computer applications in the kinematic analysis of simple mechanisms-Coincident
points- CoriolisAcceleration.

UNIT IIICAMS 12
Classifications - Displacement diagrams-parabolic, Simple harmonic and Cycloidal motions -
Layout of plate cam profiles - Derivatives of Follower motion - High speed cams - circular arc
and tangent cams - Standard cam motion - Pressure angle and undercutting.

UNITIVGEARS 12
SpurgearTerminologyanddefinitions-FundamentalLawoftoothedgearingandinvolute gearing-
Interchangeablegears-geartoothaction– Terminology-Interferenceandundercutting- Nonstandard
gear teeth- Helical, Bevel, Worm, Rack and Pinion gears (Basics only)-Gear trains- Parallel axis
gear trains- Epicyclic gear trains-Differentials

UNIT V FRICTION 12
Surface contacts-Sliding andRolling friction - Friction drives– Friction in screw threads -
Friction clutches - Belt and rope drives, Friction aspects in Brakes – Friction in vehicle
propulsion and braking
TOTAL : 60

Text Books :

1. Shingley J.E. & John Joseph Uivker, Jr., “Theory of Machines and Mechanisms”, 2nd
edition, McGraw–Hill International Editions, London, 1981.
2. Ghosh A and A.K.Mallick, “Theory of Mechanisms and Machines”, Affiliated East-West
Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 1988.
3. Rattan S.S, „‟Theory of Machines‟‟, Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing Company Ltd., New
Delhi, 1998.

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References :

1. Rao, J.S., and Dukkipatti, R.V., “Mechanism and machinery theory”, 2nd Edition, New
age international, Mumbai, 1992.
2. Thomas Bevan, “Theory of Machines”, CBS Publishers and Distributors, 2002
3. JohnHannahandStephensR.C,“MechanicsofMachines”, VivaLow-PricesStudentEdition,
2005.

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AT2302 APPLIED THERMODYNAMICS 4 Credits

Goal To expose the student to understand the concept of first law and
second law of thermodynamics and their applications, the
various power cycles and their applications, Air compressors
and their performance evaluation fundamentals of heat transfer

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student to : The students should be able to :

1. Understand the principles of 1. Describe the principles of first

thermodynamics and the and second law of
applications of first and second thermodynamics.
law of thermodynamics.

2. Identify and describe the gas

2. Grasp the concepts of heat engine power cycles, vapour power
and heat pump cycles and refrigerator cycles.

3. Understand the concept of gas 3. Identify and describe the vapour

power cycle, power cycles and refrigerator
cycles.

4. Understand the vapour power

cycle and refrigeration cycles. 4. Describe the performance of
reciprocating air compressors.
5. Understand the concept of heat
transfer with their applications.
5. Apply the concepts of heat transfer
to the real time applications.

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UNIT I FIRST LAW OF THERMODYNAMICS 12
System, thermodynamic equilibrium, state, property, process, cycle, Zeroth law of
thermodynamics, energy, work, heat, first law of thermodynamics, PMM I, ideal gases,
application of first law of thermodynamics to closed and open systems, pressure – volume
diagrams, steady flow process, application of steady flow energy equation.
UNIT II SECOND LAW OF THERMODYNAMICS 12
Limitations of first law, statements of second law of thermodynamics, PMM II, Clausius
inequality, heat engine, heat pump, refrigerator, carnot cycle, carnot theorem, entropy,
temperature – Entropy diagram, entropy changes for a closed system.
UNIT III GAS POWER CYCLES, FLUID FLOW AND VAPOUR POWER CYCLE
12

Air standard Brayton cycle with inter-cooling, reheating and regeneration properties of steam,
one dimensional steady flow of gases and steam through nozzles and diffusers, Rankine cycle.
UNIT IV RECIPROCATING AIR COMPRESSORS, REFRIGERATION CYCLES
12

Single acting and double acting air compressors, work required effect of clearance volume,
volumetric efficiency, isothermal efficiency, free air delivery, multistage compression, condition
for minimum work. Fundamentals of refrigeration, C.O.P., reversed Carnot cycle, simple vapour
compression refrigeration system, T-S, P-H diagrams, simple vapour absorption refrigeration
system, desirable properties of an ideal refrigerant.

UNIT V FUNDAMENTALS OF HEAT TRANSFER 12

Modes of heat transfer, Fourier‟s law of conduction, one dimensional steady state conduction
through plane and composite walls, cylinders and spheres. Free and forced convection,
dimensionless numbers, thermal boundary layer, heat transfer co-efficient, simple problems in
fins, heat transfer between fluids separated by plane and cylindrical walls, overall heat transfer
coefficient, heat exchangers, LMTD, concept of radiation- Planck‟s law, Wien‟s displacement
law, Stefan Boltzmann law, Black body and Grey body radiation.
Total: 60
Text Books :
1. R.K.Rajput – “A Textbook of Engineering thermodynamics”- Laxmi Publications (P)
Ltd, New Delhi-2001.
2. Biray K. Dutta – “Heat Transfer Principles and Applications”- Printice hall of India, New
Delhi- 2003
3. R.Rudramoorthy - “Thermal Engineering” - Tata McGraw Publishing Co. Ltd, New
Delhi 2003
4. P.K. Nag – “Engineering Thermodynamics” Tata McGraw Hill.-2005

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References :

1. R.S.Khurmi, J.K.Gupta – “A textbook of Thermal Engineering”- S.Chand & company

Ltd- 2003.
2. E.Ratha Krishnan “Fundamentals of Engineering thermodynamics”, Eastern Economy
Edition-Prentice Hall of India Private Limited, New Delhi–110 001, 2000.
3. Yunus A. Cengel, Michael A.Boles – “Thermodynamics An Engineering approach”-
Third Edition- 2002.
4. Y.V.C.Rao – Heat transfer – University press, Hyderabad – 2001.

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AT2303 PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY- II 3 Credits

Goal To expose the student to understand the concept of first law and second law
of thermodynamics and their applications, the various power cycles and
their applications, Air compressors and their performance evaluation
fundamentals of heat transfer

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student to : The students should be able to :

1. Understand the concept and basic 1. Select the cutting tools required for
mechanics of metal cutting, working various machining operations;
of standard machine tools such as
lathe, shaping and allied machines, 2. Select the proper machine tools for a
milling, drilling and allied machines, particular operation
grinding and allied machines and
broaching.
3. Define the concepts of CNC and
2. Understand the concepts of various programme.
machining process involved in
sowing and broaching.
4. Define the basic concepts of abrasive
processes, gear cutting.
3. completed the module, gain the
knowledge of Basics in metal cutting,
5. Write the codes for CNC operation.

4. understand various types of machine

tools used in the Industry and their
application.

5. Understand basic concepts of CNC

machine and CNC programming

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UNIT ITHEORY OF METALCUTTING 9

Introduction:materialremovalprocesses,typesofmachinetools–theoryofmetalcutting: chip
formation, orthogonal metal cutting, cutting tool materials, tool wear, tool life, surface finish,
cutting fluids.

UNIT IICENTRE LATHEAND SPECIALPURPOSE LATHES 9

Centrelathe,constructionalfeatures,cuttingtools,variousoperations,taperturningmethods, thread
cutting methods, special attachments, machining time and power estimation.
Capstanandturretlathes–automaticlathes:semi-automatic,automats–singlespindle : cutting off,
swiss type, automatic screw type – multi spindle; cutting off, bar type.

UNIT IIIRECIPROCATINGAND MILLING MACHINES 9

Reciprocatingmachinetools:shaper,planer,slotter;milling:types,millingcutters,operations; hole
making : drilling, reaming, boring, tapping.
UNIT IVABRASIVE PROCESS, SAWING,BROACHING AND GEAR CUTTING 9

Abrasiveprocesses:grindingwheel–specificationsandselection,typesofgrindingprocess–
cylindricalgrinding,surfacegrinding,centrelessgrinding–
honing,lapping,superfinishing,polishing and buffing, abrasive jet grinding
Sawingmachine:hacksaw,bandsaw,circularsaw;broachingmachines:broachconstruction–
push,pull,surfaceandcontinuousbroachingmachines,gearcutting:forming,generation,shaping,
hobbing.

UNIT VCNC MACHINE TOOLSAND PART PROGRAMMING 9

Numerical control(NC) machine tools – CNC: types, constructional details, special features.
Part programming fundamentals– manual programming– computerassistedpart programming–
apt language.
TOTAL: 45
Text Books :
1. Rao,P.N.“ManufacturingTechnology”,MetalCuttingandMachineTools,TataMcGraw–Hill,
New Delhi, 2010.
2. RicherdR.Kibbe,JohnE.Neely,RolandO.MergesandWarrenJ.White,“Machine
ToolPractices”, Prentice Hall of India, 2003.
References :
1. HMT– “ProductionTechnology”,Tata McGraw-Hill, 1998.
2. P.C.Sharma,“ATextBookofProductionEngineering”,S.ChandandCo.Ltd, 2010.
3. Hajra Choudry, “Elements of Work ShopTechnology – Vol. II”, Media Promoters. 2002
4. GeofreyBoothroyd,“FundamentalsofMetalMachiningandMachineTools”,McGraw
Hill,1984.
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AT2304 AUTOMOTIVE ENGINES 3Credits

Goal To impart knowledge in development of engine

technologies.

Objectives Outcome

The course enables the students to : The students should be able to :

1. Penetrate deep into engine 1. Describe SI and CI engine system

classification, construction and application in automobiles.
operation of IC engines with latest
technologies 2. Grasp the basic engine terminologies

2. Grasp the importance SI and CI engine 3. Differentiate the fuel dynamics for SI and
application in automobiles CI engines and define the key terms such
as carburetion, stoichiometric ratio, etc.,
3. Understand the performance
parameters and testing methodologies. 4. To design combustion chambers for diesel
engines with reference to variable
4. Understand the necessity of Ignition compression ratios
system SI engines
5. Analyze the air dynamics within the
5. Understand the combustion process for combustion chamber and Determine the
both SI and CI engines, the concepts performance characteristics for both SI and
of Governors, Fuel pump, Fuel CI engines theoretically.
Injectors.

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UNITI CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION 9

Constructional details of spark ignition (SI) and compression ignition (CI) engines. Working
principles. Two stroke SI and CI engines. Comparison of SI and CI engines and four stroke and
two stroke engines. Engine classification, firing order. Otto, diesel and dual cycles.

UNIT II SI ENGINES 9

Air fuel ratio requirements – Carburetion – types of Carburetor. Function of Components Spark
plug, Ignition System – battery coil, magneto coil, Electronic. Combustion in SI Engines -
Combustion Chambers, Stages of Combustion – factors affecting flame propagation, Knock in SI
engines, variables affecting knocking. Injection in SI Engines.

UNIT III CI ENGINES 9

Diesel fuel injection system, Function of Components, Jerk type pump, Distributor pump,
Mechanical and pneumatic Governor, Fuel Injector, Types of nozzle, importance of Swirl,
Squish, Turbulence air motion, Combustion in CI Engines – Combustion Chambers, Stages of
Combustion, Factors affecting Ignition Delay, Knock in CI engines.

UNIT IV AUXILIARY SYSTEMS 9

Types of supercharging and turbo charging, relative merits, matching of turbocharger, cooling
system - types of cooling systems- air and liquid cooling systems. Thermo syphon and forced
circulation and pressurized cooling systems – Lubrication System - Requirements of lubrication
systems. Types-mist, pressure feed, dry and wet sump systems. Properties of lubricants.

UNIT VPERFORMANCE TESTING AND MODERN ENGINE TECHNOLOGY 9

Necessity and limitations, charge cooling, Basic Performance Parameters, Performance
Characteristics, factors affecting performance Characteristics, Performance Maps - SI and CI
engines, Heat balance Test, Morse Test. Introduction to modern engine technologies - Lean Burn
Engines, Stratified Charged Engines, Low heat Rejection Engines, Homogeneously Charged
Compression Ignition Engines

Total: 45

Text books:
1. Internal Combustion Engines by V. Ganesan, 2007, Tata Mc Graw Hill
2. Ramalingam K.K., “Internal Combustion Engines”, Sci-Tech Publications, 2005.

References :

1. Advanced Engine Technology by Heisler, SAE Publication

2. Edward F. Obert Internal Combustion Engines
3 H.N. Gupta Fundamentals of Internal Combustion Engines by, PHI
4 .Mathur and Sharma Intendamental Combustion Engines Dhanpat Rai and Sons 2002
5 John B. Heywood, “Fundamentals of Internal Combustion Engines”
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AT2331 Computer Aided Machine Drafting Laboratory 2 Credits

Goal The student will be able to know about the software Autocad and to know
about its applications for drafting and assembling of various mechanical
and engine components.

Objectives Outcome
The subject should enable the student The students should be able to :
to :
1. Draw the various components such as piston,
1. Know about the basics of drafting connecting rod, crankshaft, IC engine valves,
of engine and mechanical components sparkplug as per the dimensions given or provided.
using autocad software.

2.Draw the various components and assemble it

2. Know about the basics of drafting with components such as piston-connecting rod,
and assembling of engine and screw jack, Ram‟s bottom safety valve assembly,
mechanical components using autocad
plummer block, steam engine cross head assembly.
software.

List of Experiments

1. Drawing of automobile components such as piston, connecting rod, valves, crank shaft, spark
plug.

2. Assembly drawing of screw jack, piston – connecting rod assembly, Ram‟s bottom
safety valve assembly, Plummer block, steam engine cross head.

The List of Equipments for a Batch of 30 Students

1. Computer nodes - 30 Nos.

Software like AutoCAD - 30 licenses

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AT2332 Automotive Engine Components 2 Credits

Laboratory

Goal To impart knowledge in various engine

components

Objectives Outcome

The course enables the students to : The students should be able to :

1. Experience the skill of dismantling 1. Completely dismantle and assemble the
and assembling of engines. engines
2. Have a detailed study about Engine 2. Calculate the Engine displacement by
parts measuring the Stroke length, bore.
3. Determine the dimensions of 3. Visually inspect for wear and tear in the
crankshaft, camshaft, valves etc components
4. Examine the malfunctioning of the 4. Measure the ovality in crank journals, and
system cylinder bore and compare with the
standard specifications
5. Understand the mounting of
components, the basic working 5. Study the components of cooling systems
principle of components with the and lubrication systems, Differentiate the
engine for accurate operations. conventional ignition and Electronic
ignition system.

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List of Experiments

1. Dismantling of 4 cylinder petrol engine.

2. Assembling of 4 cylinder petrol engine.
3. Dismantling of 6 cylinder diesel engine.
4. Assembling of 6 cylinder diesel engine.
5. Study of oil filter, fuel filter, fuel injection system, carburetor, MPFI
6. Study of ignition system components – coil, magneto and electronic ignition systems.
7. Study of engine cooling system components
8. Study of engine lubrication system components
9. Ovality and taper measurement of cylinder bore and comparison with standard
specifications
10. Ovality and taper measurement of engine crank shaft and comparison with standard
specification

List of Equipments ------- Each 1 No(for a batch of 30 students)

1. Four cylinder petrol engine

2. Six cylinder diesel engine
3. Fuel filter, fuel injection pump, injector, carburetor, MPFI component
4. Ignition coil, magneto, electronic ignition system components
5. Water pump, thermostat, radiator, temperature gauge
6. Lub oil pump, pressure relief valve, filter, oil pressure gauge
7. Internal micrometer, external micrometer, dial gauges

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AT2333 ENGINE TESTING LABORATORY 2 Credits

Goal The students will be able to understand the list of the experiments
and the various types of equipment.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student to : The students should be able to :

1.Understand the Working principle of 1. Carryout the Experiment to determine the

hydraulic, electrical and eddy current Performance of Various IC engines
dynamometers 2. Define the Engine Parameters and their
effects over the Performance
2. Understand the Valve timing and port
timing diagram 3. Determine the P-θ and P-V Values
3. understand the Importance of Performance
Testing of IC Engines

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List of Experiments

1. Study of hydraulic, electrical and eddy current dynamometers

2. Valve timing and port timing diagram
3. Performance test on two wheeler SI engine
4. Performance test on automotive multi-cylinder SI engine
5. Performance test on automotive multi-cylinder CI engine
6. Retardation test on I.C. Engines.
7. Heat balance test on automotive multi-cylinder SI engine
8. Heat balance test on automotive multi-cylinder CI engine
9. Morse test on multi-cylinder SI engine
10. Study of P-θ and P-V diagrams for IC engine with piezo-electric pick up, charge
amplifier, angle encoder.

The list of equipments ------ each 1 no(for a batch of 30 students)

1. Hydraulic dynamometer
2. Eddy current dynamometer
3. Electrical dynamometer
4. Single cylinder two stroke cut section engine
5. Single cylinder four stroke cut section engine
6. Two-wheeler engine test rig.
7. Automotive multi-cylinder SI engine test rig with heat balance arrangement
8. Automotive multi-cylinder CI engine test rig with heat balance arrangement

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AT2334 Production Technology Laboratory 2 Credits

Goal To expose the students to the common & most widely used
manufacturing processes such as Cutting, Milling, Grinding,
Machining and also the basic working of the Lathes.
Objectives Outcome

The subject should enable the student to: The students should be able to :

1. Know about Two or More Metal 1. Work on a few Metal Cutting process
Cutting process. such as Shear Angle Measurement,
Cutting Force Measurement, Cutting
Temperature Measurement, Tool Wear
2. Gain knowledge about one or Measurement, Life Measurement
more processes in Milling
Machines.
2. Work on a Milling Machine to do
operations such as Milling Polygon
3. Understand two or more Surfaces, Gear milling, Keyway milling,
processes in Grinding / Abrasive Helical Groove milling.
machining.

3. Do Grinding / Abrasive machining such

4. Machine Two or More as Surface Grinding, Cylindrical
Components for Assembly of Grinding, Centreless Grinding, Lapping,
different fits and also the process and Honing etc
of machining gears.

4. Machine Components for Assembly of

5. Do basic work on Capstan or different fits such as Machining using
Turret Lathes, Work on One or Lathes, Shapers, Drilling, Milling and
More process in CNC Machines. Grinding Machines.

5. Operate Capstan or Turret Lathes, finish a

few operations in Gear Machining such as
Gear Cutting, Gear Shaping & Gear
Hobbing,Work & do a few basic
operations in CNC Machines such as
CNC Programming, CNC Tooling, CNC
Machining.

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Exercises

1. Two or More Metal Cutting Experiments (Example: Shear Angle Measurement, Cutting
Force Measurement, Cutting Temperature Measurement, Tool Wear Measurement, Life
Measurement etc.)
2. One or More Exercises in Milling Machines (Example: Milling Polygon Surfaces, Gear
milling, Keyway milling, Helical Groove milling etc.)
3. Two or More Exercises in Grinding / Abrasive machining (Example: Surface Grinding,
Cylindrical Grinding, Centreless Grinding, Lapping, Honing etc.)
4. Two or More Exercises in Machining Components for Assembly of different fits.
(Example: Machining using Lathes, Shapers, Drilling, Milling, Grinding Machines etc.)
5. One or More Exercises in Capstan or Turret Lathes
6. One or More Exercises in Gear Machining (Example: Gear Cutting, Gear Shaping, Gear
Hobbing etc.)
7. One or More Exercises in CNC Machines (Example: CNC Programming, CNC Tooling,
CNC Machining etc.)

List of Equipments(for a batch of 30 students)

1. Centre Lathes - 15 No (5 Precision Type)

2. Turret and Capstan Lathe - 1 No each
3. Horizontal Milling Machine - 1 No
4. Vertical Milling Machine - 1 No
5. Surface Grinding Machine - 1 No
6. Tool Dynamometer - 1 No
7. Gear Hobbing Machine - 1 No
8. CNC Lathe (Trainer or Industrial Type) - 1No

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ME 2402 STRENGTH OF MATERIALS 4 Credits

Goal Understand the basic concepts and techniques, both theoretical and
experimental, with emphasis on the application of these to the solution of
suitable problems in engineering. Provide a firm foundation for more
advanced study.

Objectives Outcome
The course should enable the students to : The students should be able to :
1. Gain knowledge of simple stresses,
strains and deformations components 1. Understand the basic principles of
structural elasticity, including
due to external loads.
statically determinate and
2. Assess stresses and deformations indeterminate systems, and the factors
which affect their strength and
through mathematical models of
stiffness.
beams, twisting bars or
combination of both. 2. Assess the strength and stiffness of
simple structural components.
3. Provide the Basic knowledge for use
in the design courses. 3. Apply the effect of stress and
deformation concepts in practical
applications.

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UNIT I STRESS, STRAIN AND DEFORMATION OF SOLIDS 12
Rigid and Deformable bodies – Strength, Stiffness and Stability – Stresses; Tensile, Compressive
and Shear – Deformation of simple and compound bars under axial load – Thermal stress –
Elastic constants – Strain energy and unit strain energy – Strain energy in uniaxial load.

UNIT II BEAMS - LOADS AND STRESSES 12

Types of beams: Supports and Loads – Shear force and Bending Moment in beams – Cantilever,
Simply supported and Overhanging beams – Stresses in beams – Theory of simple bending –
Stress variation along the length and in the beam section – Effect of shape of beam section on
stress induced – Shear stresses in beams.

UNIT III TORSION 12

Analysis of torsion of circular bars – Shear stress distribution – Bars of Solid and hollow circular
section – Stepped shaft – Twist and torsion stiffness – Compound shafts – Fixed and simply
supported shafts – Application to close-coiled helical springs – Maximum shear stress in spring
section including Wahl Factor – Deflection of Close-coil helical springs under axial loads –
Design of helical coil springs – stresses in helical coil springs under torsion loads

UNIT IV BEAM DEFLECTION 12

Elastic curve of Neutral axis of the beam under normal loads – Evaluation of beam deflection
and slope: Double integration method, Macaulay Method, and Moment-area Method –Columns –
End conditions – Equivalent length of a column – Euler equation – Slenderness ratio – Rankine
formula for columns

UNIT V ANALYSIS OF STRESSES IN TWO DIMENSIONS 12

Biaxial state of stresses – Thin cylindrical and spherical shells – Deformation in thin cylindrical
and spherical shells – Biaxial stresses at a point – Stresses on inclined plane – Principal planes
and stresses – Mohr‟s circle for biaxial stresses – Maximum shear stress - Strain energy in
bending and torsion.

TOTAL: 60
Text Books :
1. Popov E.P, “Engineering Mechanics of Solids”, Prentice-Hall of India, New Delhi, 1997.
2. Beer F. P. and Johnston R, “Mechanics of Materials”, McGraw-Hill Book Co,Third Edition,
2002.

References :

1. Nash W.A, Theory and problems in Strength of Materials, Schaum Outline Series, McGraw-
Hill Book Co, New York, 1995
2. Kazimi S.M.A, Solid Mechanics, Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing Co, New Delhi, 1981
3. Ryder G.H, Strength of Materials, Macmillan India Ltd., Third Edition, 2002
4. Ray Hulse, Keith Sherwin & Jack Cain, Solid Mechanics, Palgrave ANE Books, 2004.
5. Singh D.K, Mechanics of Solids” Pearson Education 2002.

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AT2401 DYNAMICS OF MACHINES 4 Credits

Goal To expose the student to understand the concept ofthe dynamic

analysis of the machines.
Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student The students should be able to:
to:
1. analysis the Forces of Mechanisms and
1. understand the principles in Balancing.
mechanisms of Machines,
2. Free and Forced Vibration of Single degree of
force-motion characteristics of
freedom systems.
standard mechanisms, the
undesirable effects of
unbalances resulting from 3. Understanding of rigid body dynamics
prescribed motions in (kinematics) of linkages, design of four bar
mechanism mechanisms, gyroscopic devices.

4. Understand the existing theory of mechanism,

together with its shortcomings, the concepts of
2. understand the force-motion mobility, degrees of freedom and inertia and be
relationship in components able to understand how these apply to simple
subjected to External Forces mechanisms and machines;

3. analyse the force-motion

characteristics of standard
mechanisms 5. Calculate forces and accelerations in
mechanisms, Apply typical analytical and
4. study the undesirable effects of graphical techniques, reinforcing and expanding
unbalances resulting from Part I learning, to a variety of mechanical
prescribed motions in engineering components and systems
mechanism.

5. visualize the effect of Dynamics

of Undesirable Vibrations, the
principles in mechanisms used
for governing of Machines.

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UNIT I FORCE ANALYSIS OF MECHANISMS 12
Static, Inertia and combined force analysis – graphical and analytical method – slider crank
mechanism and four bar mechanism, turning moment diagram and flywheel – applications in
engine, punching presses.

UNIT IIBALANCING 12
Static and dynamic balancing – balancing of rotating masses – balancing of several masses in
different planes – balancing of rotors, balancing machine, unbalance due to reciprocating parts –
balancing of inline engines – firing order – balancing of V and W engines – balancing of radial
engines – Lanchester technique of engine balancing.

UNIT III FREE VIBRATION OF SINGLE DEGREE FREEDOM SYSTEMS 12

Periodic motion – non harmonic periodic motion – Fourier analysis – undamped free vibration –
linear and torsion solution – natural frequency of single degree freedom system – Bifilar, Trifler
suspensions – Free vibrations with viscous damping of single degree freedom system and
solution – logarithmic decrement.

UNIT IV FORCED VIBRATION OF SINGLE DEGREE FREEDOM SYSTEMS 12

Forced vibration of single degree freedom system with damping – reciprocating and rotating
unbalance – vibration isolation and transmissibility – base excitation – self excited vibrations
with examples.

UNIT V MECHANISMS FOR CONTROL 12

Governors:Types-Centrifugalgovernors-Gravitycontrolledandspringcontrolledcentrifugal
governors –Characteristics - Effect of friction - Controlling Force - other Governor
mechanisms.
Gyroscopes: GyroscopicforcesandTorques-Gyroscopicstabilization-Gyroscopiceffects in
Automobiles, ships and airplanes
TOTAL: 60
Text books :
1. Grover.G.K., “Mechanical vibrations”, 7th Edition, Nem Chand & Bros, Roorkee, India,
2001.
2. Thomson, W.T. “Theory of Vibration with Applications”, 3rd Edition, CBS Publishers,
New Delhi, 2002.
3. Shingley, J.E. & John Joseph Uivker, Jr., “Theory of Machines and Mechanisms”, 2nd
edition, McGraw – Hill International Editions, London, 1981.
4. Ghosh A. and Malik, A.M. “Theory of Mechanisms and machines”, 2nd edition,
Affiliated East – West Press Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 1988

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References :
1. Francis. TSE. Ivan E-Morse Rolland T. Hinkle, “Mechanical Vibrations”, 2nd edition,
CBS Publishers and Distributed, India, 1983.
2. Rao, J.S., and Dukkipatti, R.V., “Mechanism and machinery theory”, 2nd Edition, New
age international, Mumbai, 1992.

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AT2402 FLUID MECHANICS AND MACHINERY 4 Credits

Goal  Understand the structure and the properties of the fluid.

 Understand and appreciate the complexities involved in
solving the fluid flow problems.
 Understand the mathematical techniques already in vogue and
apply them to the solutions of practical flow problems.
 Understand the energy exchange process in fluid mechanics
handling incompressible fluids.
Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student The students should be able to:
to:
1. Describe pressure measurements by manometers
1 Understands the basic concept and and pressure gauges.
properties of fluid.

2 Understand fluid kinematics 2. Describe continuity equation (one and three

analysis like flow visualization , lines dimensional differential forms), equation of
of flow ,types of flow ,velocity field streamline, stream function, velocity potential
and fluid dynamics analysis like function , circulation, flow net.
equations of motion, Euler‟s equation
along a streamline, Bernoulli's
equation(application). 3. Understand fluid dynamics like equations of
motion ,Euler's equation along a streamline,
3 Understand the concept of Bernoulli's equation and its application like
incompressible fluid flow. Venturimeter, Orifice meter, Pitot tube.
4. Understand the euler's equation for
turbo machines and also to understand 4. Describe Buckingham's  theorem and its
the performance for turbines. application.
5. Describe laminar flow between parallel plates and
5. Understand the velocity triangles, Laminar flow through circular tubes (Hagen
specific speed, efficiency and poiseulle's).
performance of pumps.
6. Describe Darcy - weisback's equation, pipe
6. Understand the basic concept like roughness, friction factor, Moody‟s diagram.
fluid definition, distinction between
solid and fluid, units and dimensions. 7. Describe the flow through pipes in series and in
parallel.
7.Understand the properties of fluids
8. Describe Boundary layer flows, boundary layer
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viscosity, compressibility, vapour
pressure, capillary and surface tension. 9. Describe the Fluid machines by definition and
classification
8.Understand the Fluid statics like
concept of fluid static pressure,
absolute and gauge pressures. 10. Describe working principles, velocity triangles,
work done, specific speed, efficiencies and
9.Understand the Fluid Kinematics performance curve for turbines.
like flow visualization, lines of flow,
types of flow, velocity field and
acceleration. 11. Explain the Pump definition and classifications
like Centrifugal pump with working principles,
10.Understand the concept of velocity triangles, specific speed, efficiency and
incompressible fluid flow like Viscous performance curves and Reciprocating pump with
working principles, indicator diagram, work saved
flow by analysing Navierstoke's
by air vessels and performance curves
equation,Shear stress, pressure gradient
relationship. 12. Describe cavitations in pumps Understand concept
of rotary pumps and type andworking principle of
gear and vane pumps
11.Understand the Euler's equation for
turbo machines by construction of
velocity, vector diagram‟s, head and
specific work, components of energy
transfer, degree of reaction.

12.Understand Hydro turbines

definition and classifications like
Pelton turbine ,Francis turbine,
propeller turbine, Kaplan turbine.

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UNITI BASIC CONCEPTS AND PROPERTIES 12
Fluid – definition, distinction between solid and fluid - Units and dimensions - Properties of
fluids - density, specific weight, specific volume, specific gravity, temperature, viscosity,
compressibility, vapour pressure, capillary and surface tension - Fluid statics: concept of fluid
static pressure, absolute and gauge pressures - pressure measurements by manometers and
pressure gauges.

UNIT IIFLIUD KINEMATICS AND FLUID DYNAMICS 12

Fluid Kinematics - Flow visualization - lines of flow - types of flow - velocity field and
acceleration - continuity equation (one and three dimensional differential forms)- Equation of
streamline - stream function - velocity potential function - circulation - flow net – fluid dynamics
- equations of motion - Euler's equation along a streamline - Bernoulli's equation – applications -
Venturimeter, Orificemeter, Pitot tube - dimensional analysis - Buckingham's  theorem-
applications - similarity laws and models.

UNIT IIIINCOMPRESSIBLE FLUID FLOW 12

Viscous flow - Navier - Stoke's equation (Statement only) - Shear stress, pressure gradient
relationship - laminar flow between parallel plates - Laminar flow through circular tubes (Hagen
poiseulle's)- Hydraulic and energy gradient - flow through pipes - Darcy - weisback's equation -
pipe roughness -friction factor - Moody's diagram-minor losses - flow through pipes in series and
in parallel - power transmission - Boundary layer flows, boundary layer thickness, boundary
layer separation - drag and lift coefficients.

UNIT IVHYDRAULIC TURBINES 12

Fluid machines: definition and classification - exchange of energy - Euler's equation for turbo
machines - Construction of velocity vector diagram's - head and specific work - components of
energy transfer - degree of reaction. Hydro turbines: definition and classifications - Pelton
turbine - Francis turbine - propeller turbine - Kaplan turbine - working principles - velocity
triangles - work done - specific speed - efficiencies -performance curve for turbines.

UNIT VHYDRAULIC PUMPS 12

Pumps: definition and classifications - Centrifugal pump: classifications, working principles,
velocity triangles, specific speed, efficiency and performance curves - Reciprocating pump:
classification, working principles, indicator diagram, work saved by air vessels and
performance curves - cavitations in pumps - rotary pumps: working principles of gear and vane
pumps
Total: 60
Text Books :

1. Streeter, V.L., and Wylie, E.B., “Fluid Mechanics”, McGraw-Hill, 1983.

2. Kumar, K.L., “Engineering Fluid Mechanics”, Eurasia Publishing House (P) Ltd., New Delhi
(7th edition), 1995.
3. Vasandani, V.P., “Hydraulic Machines - Theory and Design”, Khanna Publishers, 1992.

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References :

1. Bansal, R.K., “Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics Machines”, (5th edition),

Laxmipublications (P) Ltd., New Delhi, 1995.
2. White, F.M., “Fluid Mechanics”, Tata McGraw-Hill, 5th Edition, New Delhi, 2003.
3. Ramamirtham, S., “Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics and Fluid Machines”, Dhanpa Rai
and Sons, Delhi, 1998.
4. Som, S.K., and Biswas, G., “Introduction to fluid mechanics and fluid machines”,
Tata McGraw-Hill, 2nd edition, 2004.

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AT2403 Automotive Chassis 3 Credits

Goal All automobiles have important driveline and structural

components. This subject deals with the functions and
constructional details of all the chassis components.
Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student The students should be able to :
to:
1 Differentiate various layouts, analyze the
1. Understand various types of merits and limitations and apply in real time,
layout of vehicles and features and Analyze frames for real time applications,
applications. Dismantle, study, perform corrections and assemble
front axles.

2. Dismantle, study, rectify and assemble drive line

2. Understand the construction, system, final drive and differential, rear axle,
materials and various types of frames wheels and tires, suspension and brake systems,
with knowledge on loads acting on Realize effects of driving torque, rear end torque,
frames and testing of frames. wheel wobble, wheel hop, wheel shimmy, slip
angle and turning circle radius.

3. Know about the construction, 3. Describe the operation of steering system of

materials and types of front axles. crawler tractors and electronic steering system, Be
familiar with Ackermann steering system and
aware of under steering, over steering, reversible
steering and irreversible steering, Realize the inter
4. Conceive the significance of
dependence steering system, brake system and
front wheel and steering geometry and
suspension system.
study steering layouts, steering gear
boxes and steering systems. 4 Be familiar with various types of springs,
design of springs, rigid and independent and
compensated suspension systems,
5. Understand the construction and
5. Be familiar with various types of rear axles,
working of drive line system, final
brake systems, final drives ,ABS and differential‟,
drives, differentials, rear axles, wheels
Create virtual and real vehicle models and perform
and tires, suspension and brake
testing.
systems.

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Types of chassis layout with reference to power plant locations and drives, vehicle frames,
various types of frames, monocoque structure, constructional details, materials, testing of vehicle
frames, unitized frame body construction.
UNIT IIFRONT AXLE AND STEERING SYSTEM 9

Types of front axles, construction details, materials, front wheel geometry: castor, camber, king
pin inclination, toe-in. conditions for true rolling motion of wheels during steering, steering
geometry, Ackermann steering system, constructional details of steering linkages, different types
of steering gear boxes, steering linkages and layouts, turning radius, wheel wobble, power
assisted steering, steering of crawler tractors and Electronic Steering System.
UNIT IIIDRIVE LINE 9

Effect of driving thrust and torque reactions, Hotchkiss drive, torque tube drive and radius rods,
propeller shaft, universal joints, front wheel drive, different types of final drive, double reduction
and twin speed final drives, differential principle, construction details of differential unit, non-
slip differential, differential locks, differential housings, construction of rear axles, types of loads
acting on rear axles, fully floating, three quarter floating and semi floating rear axles, rear axle
housing, construction of different types of axle housings, multi axle vehicles, wheels and tyres.
UNIT IVSUSPENSION SYSTEM 9

Need of suspension system, types of suspension, suspension springs, constructional details and
characteristics of leaf, coil and torsion bar springs, independent suspension, rubber suspension,
pneumatic suspension, shock absorbers, semi-active and active suspension system.
UNIT VBRAKING SYSTEM 9

Classification of brakes, drum brakes and disc brakes, constructional details, theory of braking,
concept of dual brake system, parking brake, material, hydraulic system, vacuum assisted
system, air brake system, antilock braking, retarded engine brakes, eddy retarders and electronic
braking system.
Total: 45

Text Books :

1. Heldt.P.M.- “Automotive Chassis”- Chilton Co., New York- 1990

2. Steed W - “Mechanics of Road Vehicles”- Illiffe Books Ltd., London- 1960

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References :

1. Newton Steeds and Garrot- “Motor Vehicles”- Butterworths, London- 2000.

2. Judge A.W- “Mechanism of the Car”- Chapman and Halls Ltd., London- 1986
3. Giles.J.G- “Steering, Suspension and tyres”- Iiiffe Book Co., London- 1988.
4. Crouse W.H- “Automotive Chassis and Body”- McGraw-Hill, New York- 1971.
5. K.K.Ramalingam - “Automobile Engineering” – Scitech Publication, Chennai - 2001.

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AT 2404 Automotive Transmission 3 Credits

Goal To impart knowledge about the critical importance of the

transmission system in an automobile and to create awareness
about the evolution, components involved and different types
of transmission system widely used in automobiles.
Objectives Outcome

The subject should enable the student The students should be able to
to
1 Differentiate various types of gearbox, its
1. Understand various types of working, its advantages & its limitations, Analyze
Gear Box, its principle and gear ratios for various types of gear boxes for real
applications. time applications, Be familiar with epicyclic gear
trains, its types, operations, merits & demerits.

2. Understand the construction,

principle and the concept of Fluid 2. Describe and analyze the operation of Fluid
Coupling & Torque Convertor. Coupling & Torque convertor. Realize the
performance & output of the Fluid Coupling &
Torque convertor under various parameters.
3. Know about the concept of
epicyclic gear system and its types,
overdrives. 3. Describe the need, working, construction and the
principle of overdrives. Describe the concept of
hydrostatic drive & be familiar with Jannys
4. Gain knowledge about the hydrostatic drive and also its merits & demerits.
concepts of hydrostatic drive, its merits
& demerits and the electric drive
commonly used in buses 4. Explain the concepts of electric drive &
commonly used electric drive in buses.Be familiar
with the commonly used automatic transmission
5. Understand the construction and systems and to describe the construction & working
working of the most commonly used of the same.
automatic transmission systems and its 5Explain the advantages of automatic transmission
advantage over the conventional over the conventional systems.
transmissions.

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UNIT IGEAR BOX 9

Gear Box: method of calculation of gear ratios for vehicles, performance characteristics in
different speeds, different types of gear boxes, speed synchronizing devices, gear materials,
lubrication.
UNIT IIHYDRODYNAMIC DRIVE 9

Fluid coupling: advantages and limitations, construction details, torque capacity, slip in fluid
coupling, performance characteristics. Means used to reduce drag torque in fluid coupling.

Principal of torque conversion, single, multi stage and poly-phase torque converters,
performance characteristics, constructional and operational details of typical hydraulic
transmission drives.
UNIT IIIAUTOMOTIVE TRANSMISSION 9

All spur and internal gear type planetary gearboxes, Ford T-model, Cotal and Wilson Gear box,
determination of gear ratios, automatic overdrives.
UNIT IVHYDROSTATIC DRIVE AND ELECTRIC DRIVE 9

Hydrostatic drives: advantages and disadvantages, principles of hydrostatic drive systems,

construction and working of typical hydrostatic drives, Janney Hydrostatic drive.

Electrical drives: advantages and limitations, principles of Ward Leonard system of control
Modern electric drive for buses and performance characteristics.

UNIT VAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION APPLICATIONS 9

Automatic transmission: relative merits and demerits when compared to conventional

transmission, automatic control of gears, study of typical automatic transmissions, Ford and
Chevrolet drive, automatic control of gear box, Electronically Controlled Transmission and
CVT.Case study for the Transmission of Nissan, Mercedes Benz, Toyota
Total: 45

Text Books :

1. Heldt P.M - Torque converters- Chilton Book Co.-1992

2. Newton and Steeds - Motor Vehicle- Illiffee Publisher- 2000

Reference :
1. Design Practices, passenger Car Automotive Transmissions- SAE Hand book- 1994.

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AT2431 Fluid Mechanics and Machinery Laboratory 2 Credits

Goal To find the performance of pump like centrifugal pump, reciprocating

pump, Gear pump. To find the coefficient of discharge of orifice meter and
venturimeter. Conducting the characteristic curves of Kaplan turbine,
Francis turbine and Pelton wheel.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student The students should be able to:
to:

1. Understands the properties of

the fluid and also to learn about 1. Determine the coefficient of discharge of orifice
the pressure and velocity of the meter and venturimeter.
flowing fluid using
venturimeter, orifice meter.
2. Conduct experiments and draw the characteristic
curves of centrifugal pump, submergible pump,
2. Understand the discharge of reciprocating pump, Gear pump and also can find
fluid by using pump like the discharge of the pump.
centrifugal, reciprocating and
gear pump and also to find the
rate of flow using rotameter. 3. Conduct experiments and draw the characteristics
curves of Francis turbine and Kaplan turbine and
also can find the efficiency of the turbine.
3. Understand the efficiency of
turbine like Kaplan and francis.

4. Understand the change in 4. Conduct experiments and draw the characteristics

pressure (friction factor) of curves of pelton wheel.
given set of pipes.
5. Determine the friction factor of given set of pipes
5. Understand the efficiency of when there is change in pressure.Calculate the
pelton wheel. rate of flow using Rotameter.

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List of Experiments

1. Determination of the Coefficient of discharge of given Orifice meter.

2. Determination of the Coefficient of discharge of given Venturi meter.
3. Calculation of the rate of flow using Rotameter.
4. Determination of friction factor of given set of pipes.
5. Conducting experiments and drawing the characteristic curves of centrifugal pump
/submergible pump
6. Conducting experiments and drawing the characteristic curves of reciprocating pump.
7. Conducting experiments and drawing the characteristic curves of Gear pump.
8. Conducting experiments and drawing the characteristic curves of Pelton wheel.
9. Conducting experiments and drawing the characteristics curves of Francis turbine.
10. Conducting experiments and drawing the characteristic curves of Kaplan turbine.

List of Equipment(For the batch of 30 students)

1. Orifice meter setup

2. Venturi meter setup
3. Rotameter setup
4. Pipe Flow analysis setup
5. Centrifugal pump/submergible pump setup
6. Reciprocating pump setup
7. Gear pump setup
8. Pelton wheel setup
9. Francis turbine setup Kaplan turbine setup

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AT2432 AUTOMOTIVE CHASSIS 2Credits

COMPONENTS LAB

Goal To impart knowledge in vehicle frame structure

and chassis components

Objectives Outcome

The course enables the students to : The students should be able to :

1. Have a detailed study about chassis 1. Dismantle and assemble axles, differential, gear
parts box and transfer case.

2. Experience the skill of dismantling 2. Grasp the knowledge of various mechanism of

and assembling of Axles, differentials such as epi- cyclic differential, spur
differential, gear box and transfer gear differentials etc.,
case
3. Descry gear box and transfer box, Identify the
3. Experience the skill of measuring various types of the springs and their application.
the heavy duty vehicle frames and
light duty vehicle frames. 4. Calculate the spring rate and Gain the
knowledge of suspension system and its
4. Examine the malfunctioning of the applications
braking system
5. Diagnose the faults in brake system and inspect
5. Understand the necessity of the damage in frame structures.
transfer case mechanism for all
wheel drive.

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List of Experiments:
Study and measurement of the following chassis frames:

1. Heavy duty vehicle frame (Leyland, Tata etc)

2. Light duty vehicle frame (Ambassador, Maruti van etc)

Study, dismantling and assembling of

3. Front Axle
4. Rear Axle
5. Differential
6. Steering systems along with any two types of steering gear box
7. Braking systems – hydraulic servo vacuum, compressed air power brakes.
8. Leaf spring, coil spring, torsion bar spring, Hydraulic shock absorber
Study, Dismantling and Assembling of
9. Clutch assembly of different types
10. Gear Box
11. Transfer case

The List of Equipments ------ Each 1 No(For a Batch of 30 Students)

1. Heavy duty vehicle chassis frame
(Leyland or Tata)
2. Light duty vehicle chassis frame
3. Front axle
4. Rear axle
5. Steering system
2. Steering gear box (Rack and pinion, re-circulating
ball type)
3. Hydraulic brake system
4. Air brake system
5. Leaf spring, coil spring, torsion bar
6. Hydraulic shock absorber
7. Diaphragm clutch assembly
8. Gear box (light duty, heavy duty)
9. Transfer case

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ME 2432 STRENGTH OF MATERIALS LAB 2 Credits
Goal To understand the properties of materials and metals and how to measure the
same

Objectives Outcome
The course should enable the students to : The students should be able to :

1. Gain knowledge on different metals 1. Conduct experiments to find out

used in mechanical applications. different propertiesof metals and
alloys
2. Understand the importance of
2. Compare the properties of metals
strength of different components like before and after the heat treatment.
springs ,beams etc.

3. Understand the heat treatment process

which alters the properties of
materials.

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 List of Experiments

1. Tension test on a mild steel rod

2. Double shear test on Mild steel and Aluminium rods
3. Torsion test on mild steel rod
4. Impact test on metal specimen
5. Hardness test on metals - Brinell and Rockwell Hardness Number
6. Deflection test on beams
7. Compression test on helical springs
8. Strain Measurement using Rosette strain gauge
9. Effect of hardening- Improvement in hardness and impact resistance of steels.
10. Tempering- Improvement Mechanical properties Comparison
(i) Unhardened specimen
(ii) Quenched Specimen and
(iii) Quenched and tempered specimen.
11. Microscopic Examination of
(i) Hardened samples and
(ii) Hardened and tempered samples.
TOTAL : 45

List of Equipments(for a batch of 30 students)

1. Universal Tensile Testing machine with double shear attachment - 40 Ton Capacity - 1 No
2. Torsion Testing Machine (60 NM Capacity) - 1 No
3. Impact Testing Machine (300 J Capacity) - 1 No
4. Brinell Hardness Testing Machine - 1 No
5. Rockwell Hardness Testing Machine - 1 No
6. Spring Testing Machine for tensile and compressive loads (2500 N) - 1 No
7. Metallurgical Microscopes - 3 Nos
8. Muffle Furnace (8000C) - 1 No

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CY 2002 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING 3 Credits

Goal To impart basic knowledge on the significance of environmental science for engineers.
OBJECTIVES OUTCOME
The objective of the course is : Upon successful completion of the course, the
outcomes are as follows:

1. To make the students aware of the 1. The students would have understood the
existing natural resources such as forest effects of over exploitation of water resources,
water resources etc. and to educate them forest resources etc. and their impact on day to
to understand the need for preserving the day life on earth.
resources.

2. To educate the students about the 2. Knowledge on the functions of several of

functions of various ecosystems and ecosystems will help the students to design the
biodiversity. processes that are ecofriendly.

3. To provide knowledge on the various 3. Knowledge on the different types of pollution

aspects of different types of pollution will help the young minds to device effective
such as air pollution, water pollution, soil control measures to reduce rate of pollution.
pollution etc.

4. To give a basic knowledge on the social 4. Exposure on the issues such as global
issues such as global warming, acid rain, warming, acid rain, ozone layer depletion, and
ozone layer depletion, nuclear hazards nuclear hazards will make the students
etc. and to educate them about the understand the significances of sustainable
various Environmental Protection Acts. development and the need to enforce
Environmental Acts.

5. To create an awareness among the 5. Educating on the various aspects of population

present generation about the various explosion will create awareness on population
aspects of human population and their control for effective utilization of the
effect on environment. resources and the need to explore new
alternate energy resources for a healthy
environment.

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RESOURCES 10
Definition, scope and importance – Need for public awareness – Forest resources: Use and over-
exploitation, deforestation, case studies. Timber extraction, mining, dams and their effects on
forests and tribal people – Water resources: Use and over-utilization of surface and ground
water, floods, drought, conflicts over water, dams-benefits and problems – Mineral resources:
Use and exploitation, environmental effects of extracting and using mineral resources, case
studies – Food resources: World food problems, changes caused by agriculture and overgrazing,
effects of modern agriculture, fertilizer-pesticide problems, water logging, salinity, case studies –
Energy resources: Growing energy needs, renewable and non-renewable energy sources, use of
alternate energy sources. case studies – Land resources: Land as a resource, land degradation,
man induced landslides, soil erosion and desertification – Role of an individual in conservation
of natural resources – Equitable use of resources for sustainable lifestyles.
Field study of local area to document environmental assets – river / forest / grassland / hill /
mountain.

UNIT IIECOSYSTEMS AND BIODIVERSITY 14

Concept of an ecosystem – Structure and function of an ecosystem – Producers, consumers and
decomposers – Energy flow in the ecosystem – Ecological succession – Food chains, food webs
and ecological pyramids – Introduction, types, characteristic features, structure and function of
the (a) Forest ecosystem (b) Grassland ecosystem (c) Desert ecosystem (d) Aquatic ecosystems
(ponds, streams, lakes, rivers, oceans, estuaries) – Introduction to Biodiversity – Definition:
genetic, species and ecosystem diversity – Bio geographical classification of India – Value of
biodiversity: consumptive use, productive use, social, ethical, aesthetic and option values –
Biodiversity at global, National and local levels – India as a mega-diversity nation – Hot-spots of
biodiversity – Threats to biodiversity: habitat loss, poaching of wildlife, man-wildlife conflicts –
Endangered and endemic species of India – Conservation of biodiversity: In-situ and Ex-situ
conservation of biodiversity.

Field study of common plants, insects, birds

Field study of simple ecosystems – pond, river, hill slopes, etc.

UNIT III ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION 8

Definition – Causes, effects and control measures of: (a) Air pollution (b) Water pollution (c)
Soil pollution (d) Marine pollution (e) Noise pollution (f) Thermal pollution (g) Nuclear hazards
– Soil waste Management: Causes, effects and control measures of urban and industrial wastes –
Role of an individual in prevention of pollution – Pollution case studies – Disaster management:
floods, earthquake, cyclone and landslides.

Field Study of local polluted site – Urban / Rural / Industrial / Agricultural

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From Unsustainable to Sustainable development – Urban problems related to energy – Water
conservation, rain water harvesting, watershed management – Resettlement and rehabilitation of
people; its problems and concerns, case studies – Environmental ethics: Issues and possible
solutions – Climate change, global warming, acid rain, ozone layer depletion, nuclear accidents
and holocaust, case studies. – Wasteland reclamation – Consumerism and waste products –
Environment Production Act – Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act – Water
(Prevention and control of Pollution) Act – Wildlife Protection Act – Forest Conservation Act –
Issues involved in enforcement of environmental legislation – Public awareness

UNIT VHUMAN POPULATION AND THE ENVIRONMENT 6

Population growth, variation among nations – Population explosion – Family Welfare
Programme – Environment and human health – Human Rights – Value Education – HIV / AIDS
– Women and Child Welfare – Role of Information Technology in Environment and human
health – Case studies.
TOTAL : 45

Text Books :
1. Gilbert M.Masters, Introduction to Environmental Engineering and Science, Pearson
Education Pvt., Ltd., Second Edition, ISBN 81-297-0277-0, 2004.
2. Miller T.G. Jr., Environmental Science, Wadsworth Publishing Co., 1971.
3. Townsend C., Harper J and Michael Begon, Essentials of Ecology, Blackwell Science,
1999.
4. Trivedi R.K. and P.K. Goel, Introduction to Air Pollution, Techno-Science Publications,
1998.

References :
1. Bharucha Erach, The Biodiversity of India, Mapin Publishing Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad
India, 2004.
2. Trivedi R.K., Handbook of Environmental Laws, Rules, Guidelines, Compliances and
Standards, Vol. I and II, Enviro Media.
3. Cunningham, W.P.Cooper, T.H.Gorhani, Environmental Encyclopedia, Jaico Publ.,
House, Mumbai, 2001.
4. Wager K.D., Environmental Management, W.B. Saunders Co., Philadelphia, USA, 1998.

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AT2502 Automotive Materials & Metallurgy 3 Credits

Goal This subject introduces to the students the structure, properties, treatment, testing and applications
of metals and on non-metallic materials so as to identity and select suitable materials for various
engineering applications.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the students to, The students should be able to

1. Understand the constitutions of 1. Describe the Isomorphous, eutectic, peritectic,

alloys and phase diagrams. eutectoid and peritectroid reactions, Iron – Iron
carbide equilibrium diagram.

1 impart knowledge on the 2. Analyse the classification of steel and cast Iron
different types of composite micro-structure, properties and application.
materials, their properties and
applications.
3. Analyse the Characteristics of polymer matrix
2 understand the polymer matrix
composites. Polymer matrix resins like
composites, different
Thermosetting resins and thermoplastic resins and
thermoplastic and thermosetting
Reinforcement of fibres in polymer matrix
resign, different plastics used in
composites.
thermosetting.

4. Describe the types of Polymers Polymers

3 understand theCharacteristics and
,commodity and engineering polymers.
microstructures of various types
of cast irons and steels.
5. Describe the some of the plastic forming
processes like compression moulding ,resin
4 understand the ceramics and
transfer moulding,injection moulding pultrusion,
composites and various types of
filament winding.
Ceramic Matrix composites.

5 understand the phase diagrams of 6. Analyse the Characteristics and Testing of

steels and iron carbon systems materials under tension, compression and shear
and various reactions like loads – Hardness tests (Brinell, Vickers and
eutectic, peritectic, eutectoid etc. Rockwell) Impact test Izod and charpy, fatigue
and creeptest.
6 understand the mechanical,
physical and chemical properties
of various metals and its testing
methods.

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Constitution of alloys – Solid solutions, substitutional and interstitial – phase diagrams,

Isomorphous, eutectic, peritectic, eutectoid and peritectroid reactions, Iron – Iron carbide
equilibrium diagram. Classification of steel and cast Iron micro-structure, properties and
application.

UNIT IIHEAT TREATMENT 9

Definition – Full annealing, stress relief, recrystallisation and spheroidizing – Normalising,
hardening and Tempering of steel. Isothermal transformation diagrams – Cooling curves
superimposed on I.T. diagram CCR - Hardenability, Jominy end quench test – Austempering,
martempering – Case hardening, carburising, nitriding, cyaniding, carbonitriding – Flame and
Induction hardening.
UNIT IIISELECTION OF MATERIALS 9

Criteria of selecting materials for automotive components viz cylinder block, Cylinder head,
piston, piston ring. Gudgeon pin, connecting rod, crank shaft, crank case, cam, cam shaft, engine
valve, gear wheel , clutch plate, axle, bearings, chassis, spring, body panel, radiator, brake
lining.

UNIT IVNON-METALLIC MATERIALS 9

Polymers – types of polymer, commodity and engineering polymers – Properties and
applications of PE, PP, PS, PVC, PMMA, PET, PC, PA, ABS, PI, PAI, PPO, PPS, PEEK, PTFE
Polymers – Urea and Phenol formal deliydes – Engineering Ceramics – Properties and
applications of Al2O3, SiC, SiC, Si3, N4, PSZ and Sialon – Fibre and particulate reinforced
composites.

UNIT VMECHANICAL PROPERTIES AND TESTING 9

Mechanism of plastic deformation, slip and twinning – Types of fracture – Testing of materials
under tension, compression and shear loads – Hardness tests (Brinell, Vickers and Rockwell)
Impact test Izod and charpy, fatigue and creeptest.

Total: 45

Text Books :

1. Kenneth G.Budinski and Michael K.Budinski “Engineering Materials” Prentice-Hall of

India Private Limited, 4th Indian Reprint 2002.

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References :

1. William D Callsber “Material Science and Engineering”, John Wiley and Sons 1997.
2. Raghavan.V.Materials Science and Engineering, Prentice Hall of India Pvt. Ltd., 1999.
3. Sydney H.Avner “Introduction to Physical Metallurgy” McGraw-Hill Book Company.

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AT2503 AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS 3 Credits

Goal To impart knowledge in Automotive Electrical and Electronics

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student to The students should be able to

1 Understand construction and 1 Describe the working of lead acid battery.The

working of batteries and accessories operation of lighting system, Horn and Wiper
system

2 Understand the working of starting

system. 2 Describe the condition at starting and behavior of
starter during starting and the working and
Maintenances of starter motor.
3 Understand the working of charging
system
2. Describe the working of different starter drive
units and the working of onboard diagnostic
4. Understand the fundamentals of system, security and warning system.
automotive electronics

5. Understand the working of sensors 4. Describe the shunt generator characteristics,

working of alternators and bridge
and activators rectifiers.Aware of current trends in automotive
electronics engine management system.

5. Describe the working of speed sensor ,throttle

position sensor, exhaust oxygen level sensor,
manifold pressure sensor, crankshaft position
sensor, coolant temperature sensor, air mass flow
sensor.The working of solenoids, stepper motors
and relays.

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Principle and construction of lead acid battery, characteristics of battery, rating capacity and
efficiency of batteries, various tests on batteries, maintenance and charging. Lighting system:
insulated and earth return system, details of head light and side light, LED lighting system,
headlight dazzling and preventive methods – Horn, wiper system and trafficator.
UNIT II STARTING SYSTEM 9
Condition at starting, behavior of starter during starting, series motor and its characteristics,
principleand construction of starter motor, working of different starter drive units, care and
maintenances of starter motor, starter switches.
UNIT III CHARGING SYSTEM 9
Generation of direct current, shunt generator characteristics, armature reaction, third brush
regulation, cutout, Voltage and current regulators, compensated voltage regulator, alternators
principle and constructional aspects and bridge rectifiers, new developments.
UNIT IV FUNDAMENTALS OF AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRONICS 9
Current trends in automotive electronic engine management system, electro magnetic
interference suppression, electromagnetic compatibility, electronic dashboard instruments,
onboarddiagnostic system, security and warning system.
UNIT V SENSORS AND ACTIVATORS 9
Types of sensors: sensor for speed, throttle position, exhaust oxygen level, manifold pressure,
crankshaft position, coolant temperature, exhaust temperature, air mass flow for engine
application.Solenoids, stepper motors, relay.
Total: 45

Text Books :
1. Young A.P. & Griffiths. L. “Automotive Electrical Equipment”, ELBS & New Press- 1999.
2. William B.Riddens “Understanding Automotive Electronics”, 5th edition - Butter worth
Heinemann Woburn, 1998.
3. Crouse, W.H “Automobile Electrical Equipment”, McGraw-Hill Book Co., Inc., New York,
3rd edition, 1986.
References :
1. Bechhold “Understanding Automotive Electronics”, SAE, 1998.
2. Judge A.W “Modern Electrical Equipment of Automobiles”, Chapman & Hall, London, 1992.
3. Kholi.P.L “Automotive Electrical Equipment”, Tata McGraw-Hill Co., Ltd., New Delhi, 1975.
4. Robert Bosch “Automotive Hand Book”, SAE (5th Edition), 2000.
5. Ganesan.V. “Internal Combustion Engines”, Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing Co., New.

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AT2505 Automotive Engine Components Design 4 Credits

Goal To make the students understand the design concept and principles of various
engine components. These concepts and principles are familiarized for design
of components.

Objectives Outcome
The subject should enable the student to: The students should be able to:

1. Know about various types of 1. Know about the types of materials and material
materials, properties of materials and properties, Application of the materials, CAD
various applications of the materials, and application in the Automobile industry and
computer aided application. Differentiate between the concepts of Fits,
Clearance and Tolerance.
2. Know about the fits, clearance and
tolerances concepts, also the design of 2. Design the helical springs and its application. The
the helical springs. cylinder block and cylinder parts based on the
engine specification of and also based on the
3. know about design procedure to engine application and the piston and its parts
design piston and its parts, cylinder and based on the engine specification of and also
cylinder block, lubrication of piston based on the engine application.
assembly.
3. Design the connecting rod and its parts based on
4. Understand the designing the parts of the engine specification of and also based on the
connecting rod and crankshaft, know engine application. The crankshaft and its parts
about the materials of connecting rod and based on the engine specification of and also
crankshaft, and also know about the based on the engine application also with the
balancing of crankshaft. balancing weight of the crankshaft.

5. Understand the design aspects of Inlet 4. Design the valves and its mechanism for both the
and exhaust valves, valve mechanism, inlet and exhaust valve based on the engine
and also the materials for the valves. specification of and also based on the engine
application.

5. identify the different types of materials used for

the manufacturing of the valve and its
components.

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Engineering materials and their physical properties applied to design, selection of materials,
factor of safety, endurance limit, notch sensitivity, principles of design optimization, future
trends, computer aided drafting.

UNIT II LIMITS, FITS, TOLERANCES, SURFACE FINISH, SHAFTS AND SPRINGS

12
Definitions, types of tolerances and fits, design considerations for interference fits, surface finish,
surface roughness, design of power transmission shafts, design of helical springs.

UNIT IIIDESIGN OF CYLINDER AND PISTON 12

Choice of material for cylinder and piston, piston friction, piston slap, design of cylinder, piston,
piston pin, piston rings, piston failures, lubrication of piston assembly.

UNIT IVDESIGN OF CONNECTING ROD, CRANKSHAFT 12

Material for connecting rod, determining minimum length of connecting rod, small end and big
end design, shank design, design of big end cap bolts, connecting rod failures, balancing of I.C.
Engines, significance of firing order, material for crankshaft, design of crankshaft under bending
and twisting, balancing weight calculations.

UNIT V DESIGN OF VALVES AND FLYWHEEL 12

Design aspects of intake and exhaust manifolds, inlet and Exhaust valves, valve springs, tappets,
valve train. Materials and design of flywheel.
Total: 60

Text Books :
1. R.K. Jain, “Machine Design”, Khanna Publishers, New Delhi, 1997.
2. “Design Data Book”, PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore, 2000.
3. P.M.Heldt “High Speed Combustion Engines”, Oxford-IBH Publishing Co., Calcutta,
1965.
References :
1. A.Kolchin and V.Demidov, “Design of Automotive Engines”, MIR Publishers, Moscow,
1984.
2. Sundararaja Murthy T.V “Machine Design”, Khanna Publishers, New Delhi, 1991.
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AT2531 AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS 2 Credits

LABORATORY

Goal To get the practical knowledge about different automobile electrical and electronic
circuits.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the students The students should be able to :
to :
1. Describe the testing procedure maintenance of the
1. Understand battery testing and battery.
maintenance
2. Conduct high discharge test and specific gravity test in
a battery using voltage tester and hydrometer.
2.Understand the testing of starting
motors and generators. 3. Describe the working of starter motor.

3. Understand the testing of regulators 4 Describe the working of regulators and cut-outs
and cut-outs relay. relay.

4.Understand the diagnosis of ignition 5 Describe the working of ignition system and to know
system faults. the diagnosis of ignition system.

6. Describe the various electrical circuits in a vehicle.

5.Understand the study of automobile
electrical wiring. 7. Construct the rectifier circuit using diodes and to know
about the necessity in automobiles.
6.Understand the study of rectifiers and
filters. 8. verify various logic gates truth table by using logic
gate kit.
7.Understand the study of logic gates,
adder and flip-flops. 9. Construct SCR and IC timer circuit and verify its
characteristics.

8.Understand the study of SCR and IC 10. get the analog to digital conversion by using
timer. microcontroller kit and interface stepper motor to
microcontroller kit and control the speed of the stepper
9.Understand the interfacing of A/D motor by using program.
converter.

10.Understand microcontroller
programming and interfacing
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List of experiments:

a. Electrical Laboratory

1. Testing of batteries and battery maintenance

2. Testing of starting motors and generators

3. Testing of regulators and cut – outs relay

4. Diagnosis of ignition system faults

5. Study of automobile electrical wiring

b. Electronics Laboratory

6. Study of rectifiers and filters

7. Study of logic gates, adder and flip-flops

8. Study of SCR and IC timer

9. Interfacing A/D converter and simple data acquisition

10. Micro controller programming and interfacing

List of Equipments - Each 1 No(For a Batch of 30 Students)

i. Battery, hydrometer, voltage tester

ii. Starter motor, regulator, cutout
iii. Distributor, ignition coil, spark plug
iv. Auto electrical wiring system
v. Rectifiers, filters
vi. Amplifier
vii. IC timer
viii. Data logger

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AT2532 Two and Three Wheelers Laboratory 2 Credits

Goals The students will be able to understand the constructional details operating
characteristics , vehicle design aspects, maintenance and rectifying of faults of Two
wheelers and Three Wheelers.
Objectives Outcome
The subject course enable the students The students should be able to :
to :

1.analyse the various testing procedure of Two Wheelers

1 .Road performance test of a two using Chassis Dynamometer and measuring the output
wheeler using chassis dynamometer. from dyno.

2. Performance test of a shock absorber. 2. find the performance of Shock Absorber by using
Shock Absorber Test Rig .

3. Performance test on coil spring. 3 find the performance of Coil Spring by using Coil
Spring Test Rig

4. understand the slackness of chain. 4. find the slackness of chain and rectifying it by using
Tension test elongation apparatus

5. Brake and Clutch adjustment as per 5. rectify the fault of Brake and Clutch by using suitable
specification for 2& 3 Wheelers puller and Feeler gauge

6. Dismantling and assembling of 2& 3 6.know the procedure of using suitable tools to dismantle
wheeler gear box and finding gear ratio. & assemble of gearbox of 2&3 wheelers and drawing of
power flow diagram from Input shaft to output shaft.

7. Dismantling and assembling of three 7. know the procedure of using suitable tools to
wheeler steering system. dismantle & assemble Three wheeler steering system and
rectifying it.
8. Study of three wheeler chassis frame
and power transmission system. 8.know about various chassis construction details of
Three wheelers and various types power transmission
systems from gear box to drive wheels.

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List of Experiments:
1. Road performance test of a two wheeler using chassis dynamometer.
2. Performance test of a shock absorber.
3. Performance test on coil spring.
4. Two wheeler chain tension test.
5. Brake and Clutch adjustment as per specification.
6. Dismantling and assembling of two wheeler gear box and finding gear ratio.
7. Dismantling and assembling of three wheeler gear box and finding gear ratios.
8. Three wheeler brake and clutch play adjustment
9. Dismantling and assembling of three wheeler steering system.
10. Study of three wheeler chassis frame and power transmission system.

List of Equipments for a Batch of 30 Students

a. Two wheeler chassis dynamometer - 1 No.

b. Shock absorber test rig - 1 No.
c. Two-wheeler gearbox - 2 Nos.
d. Two-wheeler clutch - 2 Nos.
e. Three-wheeler brake assembly - 2 Nos.
f. Three-wheeler steering assembly - 2 Nos.
g. Three-wheeler gear box - 2 Nos.

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Students should undergo Industrial training to reputed Industries for a period of 4 weeks
(minimum) during the vacation period at the end of 4thsemester. Examination will be conducted
along with the 5thsemester as a practical subjects. Students should prepare a Report and
presentation seminar for the exam.

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EL 2431 Communication and Personality Development 3 credits

Goal The goal of the programme is to provide the learners with the methods and
materials required for becoming accomplished personalities through the medium of
English.

Objectives Outcome

The course is expected to enable students On completion of the course, the students will
to: be able to:

1. Be aware of self-knowledge by 1. Apply the knowledge gained to improve upon

exposure to soft skills, values, behaviour, their values, behaviour, attitude, and develop the
attitudes, temperamental changes, and a soft skills required for home, workplace and the
positive attitude to life. society.

2. Learn personality traits and undergo 2. Employ the concept of personality traits and
personality tests to determine their own build up an accomplished personality that would
personality characteristics and the scope be pleasing to people around so as to influence
for improvement. them positively.

3. Cultivate the art of speaking fluently 3. Develop a personal style and communicate
making use of proper gestures, tone and fearlessly and effectively in a convincing
voice modulation, adding humour to the manner so as to impress listeners or the
speech. audience.

4. Figure out the need to work in teams, 4. Participate in presentations, group

adorn or accept team leadership, and discussions, debates and mock interviews
make use of body language to enhance making good use of language skills and
team spirit. interpersonal relationships.

5. Be familiar with the art of managing 5. Comprehend stress-management tips to

self, people, work and time, keeping in overcome stress-prone habits and develop a
mind problems like time-wasters and career plan with personal, familial and societal
stress-builders. goals for success.

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Values and attitudes – Value-formation – Values & education – Terminal & Instrumental values
– Civic responsibilities – The power of Personal/ Cultural/ Social valves -- Behaviour and
attitudes -- Features of attitudes – Developing positive attitude – Overcoming negative attitude --
People skills – Soft skills as per the Work Force Profile – The four temperaments – Sanguine –
Choleric – Melancholic – Phlegmatic -- Tests for Personal Chemistry.

UNIT II 20

What is personality development? – Types of personalities as per (i) Heredity (ii) Environment
(iii) Situation – the 16 personality factors – MBTI Tests – Personality types – Increasing self
awareness: Assessing one‟s locus of control, Machiavellianism, self-esteem, self-monitoring,
risk-taking, Type A, Type B personality elements – Intellectual and physical abilities for jobs --
Personality tests.

UNIT III 20

Developing the art of speaking – How to get rid of stage fright? – Enhancing fluency –
Modulating voice – Enunciation – Positive and negative gestures – Preparation – How to begin?
– How to convince the listeners? – How to wind up the speech? – Adding humour and
illustration – Developing one‟s own style – Types of style – How to influence the audience? –
How to become an effective speaker? -- Tests for effective speaking.

UNIT IV 20

Team work – Team building – Team leadership -- How to face an interview? -- How to
participate in a group discussion? – How to argue for or against in a debate? – Body language –
non-verbal communication – personal appearance – facial expression – posture – gestures – eye
contact – Etiquette – Voluntary and involuntary body language –Gender implications -- Tests.

UNIT V 20

Managing self, people, work, situations – Time-management – Secrets of time-management –

Time-wasters – Stress -- Kinds of stress – Spotting stress – Stress-builders – Stress -management
tips – Stress-prone habits -- Goals – Career planning – Interpersonal interaction – Interpersonal
relationships -- Tests.

Study material will be prepared by the Department of Languages.

Tests suggested will be prepared by a senior faculty of the department.

Movies will be screened to discuss and debate on the topics introduced in each unit.
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PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT
MG 2001 3 Credits
(common to Auto, Aero and Mech)
Goal To expose the students in managerial functions like planning, organizing,
staffing, leading and controlling.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the students to: The students should be able to:

1. Gain Knowledge on the principles of 1. Understand the organization structure

management is essential at all levels of the industry;
in all types of organizations. 2. Understand the need of Planning;
3. Understand the function of production
2. Have a clear understanding of the planning and control, PERT/CPM,
managerial functions like planning, Quality Control
organizing, staffing, leading and 4. Do Project Appraisal Analysis
controlling. 5. Understand the Human resource and
3. Students will also gain some basic marketing management.
knowledge on the various functional
specialization of management.

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DefinitionofManagement–ScienceorArt–ManagementandAdministration–Development
ofManagementThought–ContributionofTaylorandFayol–FunctionsofManagement– Typesof
Business Organisation.
UNIT IIPLANNING 9
Nature & Purpose – Steps involved in Planning – Objectives – Setting Objectives –
Process of Managing by Objectives – Strategies, Policies & Planning Premises- Forecasting –
Decision- making.
UNIT IIIORGANISING 9
NatureandPurpose–Formalandinformalorganization–OrganizationChart–Structure and
Process–Departmentationbydifferencestrategies–LineandStaffauthority–Benefits
andLimitations–De-CentralizationandDelegationofAuthority–Staffing–SelectionProcess -
Techniques – HRD – Managerial Effectiveness.

UNIT IVDIRECTING 9
Scope–HumanFactors–CreativityandInnovation–HarmonizingObjectives–Leadership –
TypesofLeadershipMotivation–Hierarchyofneeds–Motivationtheories–Motivational
Techniques – Job Enrichment – Communication – Process of Communication – Barriers and
Breakdown – Effective Communication – Electronic media in Communication.
UNIT VCONTROLLING 9
SystemandprocessofControlling–Requirementsforeffectivecontrol–TheBudgetas Control
Technique–Information TechnologyinControlling–Useofcomputersinhandlingthe information–
Productivity–ProblemsandManagement–ControlofOverallPerformance–Direct
andPreventiveControl–Reporting–TheGlobalEnvironment–GlobalizationandLiberalization–
International Management and Global theory of Management.
TOTAL: 45
Text Books :
1. H
arold Kooritz & Heinz Weihrich Essentials of Management,Tata McGraw-Hill, 1998
2. JosephLMassieEssentialsofManagement,PrenticeHallofIndia,(Pearson) 2009.

References :
1. Tripathy PCAnd Reddy PN, Principles of Management,Tata McGraw-Hill, 1999.
2. D
ecenzo David, Robbin Stephen A, Personnel and Human Resources Management,
Prentice Hall of India, 1996
3. JAFStomer,FreemanR.EandDanielRGilbert,Management,PearsonEducation,Sixth
Edition, 2004.
4. F
raidoon Mazda, Engineering Management,Addison Wesley,-2000.

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AT2601 Automotive Pollution and Control 3 Credits

Goal To make the students to realize the impact of automobile

emissions on the environment and expose student to factors
affecting the formation and control of automobile pollutants.
Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the students The students should be able to :
to :
1. Analyse the impact of vehicle population on
1 Understand effect of vehicle pollution and the effects HC, CO, CO2, NOX,
population and emitted pollutants smoke, particulates, lead and aldehydes on health
on human health and environment and environment.
and various types of emissions.
2. Describe the effects of transient operation of
2 Understand the formation vehicle on emissions and types of
mechanism of various types of emissions.Describe the formation mechanism of
pollutants from SI and CI engines. HC, CO, CO2, NOX, smoke, particulates and
aldehydes in SI and CI engines.

3 Conceive the significance of

emission control methods. 3. Comprehend the factors that lead to global
warming and the issues.Analyse the design and
operating parameters on emissions.Describe
4. Understand the construction and about noise pollution, measurement and control.
working of emission measuring
instruments.
4. Aware of US, Euro, Japan and Indian emission
norms, standards CVS sampling and test
5. Be familiar with emission standards procedures.Analyse in-cylinder emission control
and test procedures. methods such as EGR, air injection, fuel
modifications, water injection, ignition and
injection timing.

5. Describe engine-out emission control method

such as thermal reactors and catalytic
converters.Describe the construction and working
of emission measuring instruments such as NDIR,
FID, smoke meters Chemiluminiscent analyser
and gas chromatograph. Differentiate between
two stroke and four stroke engine pollutions.

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Vehicle population assessment in metropolitan cities and contribution to pollution, effects on

human health and environment, global warming, types of emission, transient operational effects
on pollution.
UNIT IIPOLLUTANT FORMATION IN SI ENGINES 9

Pollutant formation in SI Engines, mechanism of HC and CO formation in four stroke and two
stroke SI engines, NOx formation in SI engines, effects of design and operating variables on
emission formation, control of evaporative emission. Two stroke engine pollution.
UNIT IIIPOLLUTANT FORMATION IN CI ENGINES 9

Pollutant formation in CI engines, smoke and particulate emissions in CI engines, effects of

design and operating variables on CI engine emissions. Nox formation and control. Noise
pollution from automobiles, measurement and standards.
UNIT IVCONTROL OF EMISSIONS FROM SI AND CI ENGINES 9

Design of engine, optimum selection of operating variables for control of emissions, EGR,
Thermal reactors, secondary air injection, DPF, Lean NOX, SCR, catalytic converters, catalysts,
fuel modifications, fuel cells, Two stroke engine pollution control.

UNIT VMEASUREMENT TECHNIQUES EMISSION STANDARDS AND TEST

PROCEDURE 9
NDIR, FID, Chemiluminescent analyzers, Gas Chromatograph, smoke meters, emission
standards, driving cycles – USA, Japan, Euro and India. Test procedures – ECE, FTP Tests.
SHED Test – chassis dynamometers, dilution tunnels.

Total: 45

Text Books :
1. Paul Degobert – Automobiles and Pollution – SAE International ISBN-1-56091-563-3,
1991.
2. Ganesan, V- “Internal Combustion Engines”- Tata McGraw-Hill Co.- 2003.

References :
1. SAE Transactions- “Vehicle Emission”- 1982 (3 volumes).
2. Obert.E.F.- “Internal Combustion Engines”- 1988
3. Marco Nute- “ Emissions from two stroke engines, SAE Publication – 1998
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AT2602 VEHICLE DYNAMICS 4 Credits

Goal To impart knowledge in Dynamic characteristics

of vehicles.

Objectives Outcome

The course enables the students to: The students should be able to:

1. Enhance the knowledge in vibration 1. Perceive the significance of Vibration

of vehicles due to dynamic analysis.
conditions.
2. Analyze the reactions of each wheels
2. Grasp the importance of the subjected to various loads. And the
comfort and safe riding stability of the vehicles for various road
characteristics. conditions.

3. Understand the vehicle performance 3. Calculate tractive effort and reactions for
parameters and various testing different drives and solve problems based
methodologies. on vehicle handling characteristics

4. Understand the effects ride 4. Acquire knowledge over the influence of

characteristics over the stability of performance parameters on ride
vehicles. characteristics.

5. Determine fundamental frequency 5. Apply Dunkerley‟s and Rayleigh‟s

for coupled system. methods for determining fundamental
frequency.

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Single degree of freedom, two degree of freedom, free, forced and damped vibrations modeling
and simulation studies, model of an automobile, magnification factor, transmissibility, vibration
absorber.
UNIT IIMULTI DEGREE FREEDOM SYSTEMS 12

Closed and coupled far system, orthogonality of mode shapes, modal analysis.
UNIT IIISTABILITY OF VEHICLES 12

Load distribution, stability on a curved track slope and a banked road, calculation of tractive
effort and reactions for different drives.
UNIT IVSUSPENSION TYRES AND VEHICLES HANDLING 12

Requirements, sprung mass frequency, wheel hop, wheel wobble, wheel shimmy, choice of
suspension spring rate, calculation of effective spring rate, vehicle suspension in fore and aft, roll
axis and vehicle under the action of side forces, tyre, dynamics, ride characteristics power
consumed by a tyre. Over-steer, under steer, steady state cornering, effect of braking, driving
torques on steering, effect of camber, transient effects in cornering.
UNIT VNUMERICAL METHODS 12

Approximate methods for determining fundamental frequency, Dunkerleys lower bound,

Rayleighs upper bound, Holzer method for closed coupled system and branched system.
Total: 60

Text Books :

1. Giri N.K – Automotive Mechanics, Khanna Publishers, 2002.

2. Rao J.S and Gupta. K “Theory and Practice of Mechanical Vibrations”, Wiley Eastern
Ltd., New Delhi -2, 2002.

References :

1. Heldt.P.M -”Automotive Chassis”- Chilton Co., New York- 1992

2. Ellis.J.R - “Vehicle Dynamics”- Business Books Ltd., London- 1991
3. Giles.J.G.Steering - “Suspension and Tyres”, Illiffe Books Ltd., London- 1998
4. Ham B, Pacejka - Tyre and Vehicle Dynamics - SAE Publication - 2002.
5. Gillespie T.D, “Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics”, SAE USA 1992.

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AT2603 AUTOMOTIVE CHASSIS DESIGN 4 Credits

Goal To Provide The Students With Knowledge To Understand The Fundamental Principles
Involved In Design Of The Components Of Automotive Chassis

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student to Upon completion , the student should be able to

1. Learn design calculation of various types 1. Apply the knowledge gained through various
of clutches. design of clutches for modifications.
2. Understand the performance of vehicles 2. Deal with the performance of vehicles and
and design of gear box. design of gear box..
3. Study various loads, moments and 3. Be familiar with various types of loads, stresses
stresses on frame members and acting on frame and suspension of vehicles..
suspensions.. 4. Be familiar with design of front axle and
4. Learn the details about front axle and steering systems.
steering systems. 5. Deal with design of final drive and rear axle.
5. Understand the design of final drive and
rear axle.

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Design of single plate clutch, multi plate clutch, design of centrifugal clutch, cone clutch, energy
dissipated, torque capacity of clutch, design of clutch components, design details of roller and
sprag type of clutches
UNIT IIGEAR BOX 12

Performance of vehicle, total resistance to motion, traction and tractive effort, acceleration,
calculation of gear ratio, design of three speed gear box, design of four speed gear boxes.
UNIT IIIVEHICLE FRAME AND SUSPENSION 12

Study of loads, moments and stresses on frame members, computer aided design of frame for
passenger and commercial vehicles, computer aided design of leaf springs, coil springs and
torsion bar springs.
UNIT IVFRONT AXLE AND STEERING SYSTEMS 12

Analysis of loads, moments and stresses at different sections of front axle, determination of loads
at kingpin bearings, wheel spindle bearings, choice of bearings, determination of optimum
dimensions and proportions for steering linkages ensuring minimum error in steering.
UNIT VFINAL DRIVE AND REAR AXLE 12

Design of propeller shaft, design details of final drive gearing, design details of full floating,
semi-floating and three quarter floating rear shafts and rear axle housings.
Total: 60

Text Books :

1. Giri.N.K- “Automobile Mechanics”- Khanna Publisher, New Delhi- 2002

2. Heldt.P.M - “Automotive Chassis”- Chilton Co., New York- 1992

References :

1. Steeds. W -“Mechanics of Road Vehicles”- Illiffe Books Ltd., London- 1990

2. Giles.K.G - Steering, Suspension and tyres”- Illiffe Books Ltd., London - 1988
3. Newton Steeds & Garret- “Motor Vehicle”- Illiffe Books Ltd., London – 2000
4. Heldt.P.M- “Torque converter” - Chilton Book Co., New York - 1982
5. Dean Averns - “Automobile Chassis Design”- Illiffe Books Ltd – 1992

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AT2631 COMPUTER AIDED ENGINE AND CHASSIS DESIGN 2 Credits

LABORATORY

Goal To make the students to understand the design and calculations of gear box assembly,
clutch assembly and bearing loads by using various drafting software like Pro-E,
Catia etc.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the students The students should be able to :
to :
1. Complete design of clutch components and
1. Understand the gear box assembly Assembly drawing of clutch using drafting
calculations by using drafting software.
software like Catia. 2. Gear train calculations. Layout of gear box.
2. Draw and calculate the clutch 3. Calculate of bearing loads, Selection of bearings
components assembly by using and Assembly drawing of gear box using drafting
drafting software like Catia. software.
3. design and analysis the selection of 4. Design and draw the piston, piston pin and piston
bearing and calculation of bearing rings as per the engine specification.
loads by using drafting software.
4. Know about the design of engine
5. Design and draw the crank shaft components such
component piston.
5. Know about the design of engine as small end, big end, shank design, design of big
component piston pin and piston end cap and bolt as per the engine specification.
ring.
6. Know about the design of engine 6. Design and draw the crankshaft and the balancing
component connecting rod and its weight as per the engine specification.
components.
7. Know about the design of 7. Design and draw the flywheel as per the engine
connecting rod. specification.
8. Know about the design of flywheel.
9. Know about the design of inlet and 8. Design and draw the IC engine valve for both
exhaust valve. inlet and exhaust as per the engine specification.
10. Know about the design of cam,
camshaft and the design of engine 9. Design and draw the cam, cam shaft as per the
cylinder and cylinder block. engine specification.

10. Design the cylinder and cylinder block

dimensions as per the engine specification.

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1. Design and drawing of piston, piston pin and piston rings and drawing of these
components.
2. Design of connecting rod small end and big end, shank design, design of big end cap,
bolts and drawing of the connecting rod assembly
3. Design of crankshaft.
4. Design and drawing of flywheel. Design and drawing of the inlet and exhaust valves.
5. Design of cam and camshaft, cam profile generation, drawing of cam and camshaft.
6. Complete design of clutch components.
7. Assembly drawing of clutch using drafting software.
8. Gear train calculations.
9. Selection of bearings.
10. Assembly drawing of gear box using drafting software.

The List of Equipments For a Batch of 30 Students

1. Computer nodes - 30 Nos.

2. Software like Pro-E or CATIA - 30 licenses

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AT2632 VEHICLE DYNAMICS LABORATORY 2 Credits

Goals The students will be able to understand the basics of vibration characteristics of the
mechanical and Automotive components as well as to know about Mathematical
software and MBS software..
Objectives Outcome
The course should enable the student The students should be able to :
to :
1.To find the natural frequency of the given material
1. Testing of natural frequency.
2. Using various sensors to find displacement, Velocity
2. Measurementof displacement and acceleration with the use of Mathematical software.
velocity and acceleration.
3. Using circular rod to find its maximum permissible
3. Whirling of Shafts.
location of bending while it is getting rotated.
4. Critical Speed Determination.
4. Using circular rod to find its maximum permissible
5. Measurement of Front Wheel location of bending while it is getting rotated from its
Geometry. axis shift from original axis.

6.Introduction to MATLAB–
5. Using wheel alignment equipments to find a front
SIMULINK solving simple MCK
problems wheel geometry of Toe in/out, Caster, Camber/King Pin
Inclination and Included angle.
7.Conversion of Analog to Digital and
Digital to Analog 6. Using MATLAB- SIMULINK software to solve
simple mechanical systems.
8.Study of LS Dyna / Adams
7.Using data card to find D/A to A/D convertor

8.Using Multi Body dynamics sotware to solve simple

Car model.

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List of experiments:

1 .Testing of natural frequency

2. Measurement of displacement velocity and acceleration
3. Whirling of Shafts
4. Critical Speed Determination
5. Measurement of Front wheel geometry
6. Introduction to MATLAB-SIMULINK, solving simple MCK problems
7. Conversion of Analog to Digital and Digital to Analog
8. Study of LS Dyna / Adams

The List of Equipments for a Batch of 30 Students

1. Four Wheeler Chassis Dynamometer - 1 No.

2. Shock absorber test rig - 1 No.

3. Measuring Devices – Displacement, Velocity and acceleration - 1 No.
4. Piston and Valves - 5 Nos.
5. A/ D Converter - 1 Nos.
6. D / A Converter - 1 No.
7. MAT Lab Software - 30 Users
8. Adams / L.S. Dyna - 30 Users

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AT2633 FUELS AND LUBRICANTS LABORATORY 2 Credits

Goal To provide the students with the ability to investigate the fuels and lubricants
property to enhance his / her independent practical abilities.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the students to : The students should be able to :

1. Do independent experiments to find 1. Produce high focused independent

out the properties of fuels and practical skill on fuels and lubricants.
lubricants.

2. Identify how they can be involved in

2. Grasp the importance of fuels and doing experiments.
lubricants.

3. Perform an in-depth analysis related

with any fuel / lubricant.

3. Do the experiments with different

constrains. 4. Describe how the temperature and
friction can influence the properties of
fuels and lubricants.
4. Be familiar with the properties of
fuels and lubricants.

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List of Experiments

1. Temperature dependence of viscosity of lubrication oil by Redwood viscometer.

2. Viscosity index of lubricating oil by Say bolt viscometer
3. Flash and fire points of fuels.
4. Flash and fire points of lubricants.
5. ASTM distillation test of gasoline
6. Drop point of grease
7. Mechanical penetration in grease.
8. Aniline distillation test of gasoline
9. Reid vapor pressure test.
10. Study of Bomb Calorimeter.
11. Study of Gas Calorimeter.

List of Equipments ----- Each 1 No(For A Batch Of 30 Students)

1. Redwood Viscometer
2. Say bolt Viscometer
3. Flash and Fire point apparatus
4. ASTM distillation test apparatus
5. Mechanical penetration apparatus for grease
6. Aniline distillation test apparatus
7. Reid vapor pressure test apparatus
8. Drop point of grease apparatus
9. Bomb Calorimeter
10. Gas Calorimeter

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A student will have to appear at the Comprehensive Viva-Voce examination of all the subjects
covering the whole syllabus before a board of examiners including an external expert.

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MG 2002 TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT 3 CREDITS

Goal To understand the various aspects related to quality, and to implement Total Quality
Management practices in an organization improvement.
Objectives Outcome
The course will enable the students:

1. To understand the Total Quality

Management concepts and principles
and the various tools available to
achieve Total Quality Management in After completion of the course the learner will be able to:
an organizational setting
1. Appreciate quality and understands various dimensions of
2. Explain the importance of Statistical quality, aspects that are related to quality cost, and methods
Process Control (SPC), methods in to implement quality in an organization.
testing and measuring quality
acceptance, quality standards for 2. Have a clear understanding of customer perception and
product and services in an organization the need for ensuring quality of products or services and
using seven management tools. ways to attain customer satisfaction.

3. To explain the statistical approach 3.Explain the importance of Statistical Process Control
for quality control. (SPC), methods in testing and measuring quality acceptance,
quality standards for product and services in an organization
using seven management tools.
4. To create an awareness about the
ISO and QS certification process and 4.Clearly understand the various ISO standards and
its need in an organization. procedures involved in assuring and ensuring quality.

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Definition of Quality, Dimensions of Quality, Quality Planning, Quality costs -Analysis

Techniques for Quality Costs, Basic concepts of Total Quality Management, Historical Review,
Principles of TQM,Leadership–Concepts,RoleofSeniorManagement,QualityCouncil,Quality
Statements, Strategic Planning, Deming Philosophy, Barriers to TQM Implementation.

UNIT IITQM PRINCIPLES 9

Customer satisfaction– Customer Perception of Quality, Customer Complaints, Service

Quality, Customer Retention, Employee Involvement – Motivation, Empowerment, Teams,
Recognition and Reward, Performance Appraisal, Benefits, Continuous Process Improvement
–Juran Trilogy,PDSACycle,5S,Kaizen,SupplierPartnership–Partnering,sourcing,Supplier
Selection, Supplier Rating, Relationship Development, Performance Measures–Basic
Concepts, Strategy, Performance Measure.

UNIT IIISTATISTICALPROCESS CONTROL(SPC)9

The seven tools of quality, Statistical Fundamentals–Measures of central Tendency and

Dispersion, Population and Sample, Normal Curve, Control Charts for variables and
attributes, Process capability, Concept of six sigma, New seven Management tools.

UNIT IVTQMTOOLS9

Benchmarking–ReasonstoBenchmark,BenchmarkingProcess,QualityFunctionDeployment
(QFD)–HouseofQuality,QFDProcess,Benefits,TaguchiQualityLossFunction,TotalProductive
Maintenance (TPM) – Concept, Improvement Needs, FMEA– Stages of FMEA.

UNIT VQUALITYSYSTEMS9
Need for ISO 9000 and Other Quality Systems, ISO 9000:2000Quality System – Elements,
ImplementationofQualitySystem,Documentation,QualityAuditing,TS16949,ISO14000–
Concept, Requirements and Benefits.

TOTAL: 45

Text Book :

1. Dale H.Besterfiled, et al., Total Quality Management, Pearson Education, Inc.2003.

(Indian reprint 2004). ISBN 81-297-0260-6.

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References :

1. James R.Evans & William M.Lidsay, The Management and Control of Quality, (5th
Edition), South-Western (Thomson Learning), 2005 (ISBN 0-324-06680-5).
2. Feigenbaum.A.V. Total Quality Management, McGraw Hill, 1991.
3. Oakland.J.S. Total Quality Management, Butterworth – Hcinemann Ltd., Oxford. 1989.
4. NarayanaV.andSreenivasan,N.S.QualityManagement–ConceptsandTasks,NewAge
International 1996.
5. Zeiri. Total Quality Management for Engineers, Wood Head Publishers, 1991.

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AT2701 VEHICLE BODY ENGINEERING 3 Credits

GOAL To provide the students sound knowledge of the design of the vehicles
body for the maximum comfort

OBJECTIVES OUTCOME

The course should enable the student to: Upon completion , the student should be able to:

1. Study different types of car and its 1. Be acquainted with knowledge of different
constructions. types of cars.
2. Understand the aerodynamics involved 2. Analyse the aerodynamics involved in
in vehicles. vehicles.
3. Gain knowledge regarding various 3. Be familiar with various types of bus and
types of bus and its construction construction details.
details. 4. Be familiar with various types of commercial
4. Learn the details available in various vehicles..
commercial vehicles. 5. Analyse the properties of body materials and
5. Study the properties of body materials its mechanisms.
and its corresponding mechanism.

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Types: saloon, convertibles, limousine, estate car, racing and sports car. Visibility: regulations,
driver‟s visibility, tests for visibility, methods of improving visibility and space in cars.
Safety: safety design, safety equipments for cars. Car body construction; design criteria, prototype
making, initial tests, crash tests on full scale model, Dummies and Instrumentation

UNIT IIVEHICLE AERODYNAMICS 10

Objectives. Vehicle drag and types; various types of forces and moments, effects of forces and moments,
side wind effects on forces and moments, Various body optimization techniques for minimum drag, wind
tunnel testing: flow visualization techniques, scale model testing, component balance to measure forces
and moments.
UNIT IIIBUS BODY DETAILS 8
Types: mini bus, single Decker, double-decker, two level and articulated bus. Bus body layout; floor
height, engine location, entrance and exit location, seating dimensions. Constructional details: frame
construction, double skin construction, types of metal sections used, Regulations, Conventional and
integral type construction.
UNIT IVCOMMERCIAL VEHICLE DETAILS 9
Types of body; flat platform, drop side, fixed side, tipper body, tanker body, Light commercial vehicle
body types. Dimensions of driver‟s seat relation to controls. Drivers cab design.
UNIT VBODY MATERIALS, TRIM AND MECHANISMS 10
Steel sheet, timber, plastic, GRP, properties of materials; Corrosion, anticorrosion methods. Selection of
paint and painting process. Body trim items. Body mechanisms.
Total: 45

Text Book :

1. J.Powloski - “Vehicle Body Engineering” - Business Books Ltd, London -1989

References :

1. Giles.J.C. - “Body construction and design” - Liiffe Books Butterworth & Co. - 1971.
2. John Fenton - “Vehicle Body layout and analysis” - Mechanical Engg. Publication Ltd.,
London – 1982.
3. Braithwaite.J.B. - “Vehicle Body building and drawing” - Heinemann Educational Books
Ltd., London – 1977.

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AT2702 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 3Credits

Goal Provide maximum availability of safe and serviceable vehiclesand

maximum economic service life of vehicles.

Objectives Outcome

The subject should enable the student to: The students should be able to:

1. Understand the complete 1. Differentiate various layouts, analyze the

knowledge of the vehicle merits and limitations and apply in real time.
maintenance procedures and acquire
skills in handling situations where
the vehicle is likely to fail. 2. Dismantle study, perform corrections and
assemble the various parts of the vehicle.
2. Understand various types of
maintenance of vehicles and
features and applications. 3. Describe the maintenance procedures of
various systems like steering systems,
3. Objective of the preventive braking system, suspension system and
maintenance program is to engine etc.
minimize breakdowns, unscheduled
repairs, and undue wear and tear.
4. Dismantle study, rectify and assemble drive
4. To ensure maximum vehicle line system, final drive and differential, rear
availability for customers with axle, wheels and tires, suspension and brake
minimum interruptions due to systems.
unscheduled repairs and
breakdowns. 5. Realize effects of maintenance and
minimize the consumption of petroleum
5. To Minimize the consumption of based fuels.Describe the maintenance
petroleum based fuels and assure procedures of various electrical systems like
fuel security and accountability; battery, starter motor, alternator, D.C motor
etc.
6. To Minimize the cost of fuel used
6. Be familiar with maintenance procedures of
by the fleet and provide safe,
engine, cooling system and lubrication
convenient fueling access for fleet
system, checking and servicing of dash
customers.
board instruments.Be familiar with wheel
alignment, computerized alignment and
wheel balancing, and door locks and
window glass actuating system
maintenance.
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Importance of maintenance, preventive (scheduled) and breakdown (unscheduled) maintenance,
requirements of maintenance, preparation of check lists. Inspection schedule, Maintenance of
records, log sheets and other forms, safety precautions in maintenance.

UNIT IIENGINE MAINTENANCE – REPAIR AND OVERHAULING 9

Dismantling of engine components and cleaning, cleaning methods, visual and dimensional
inspections, minor and major reconditioning of various components, reconditioning methods,
engine assembly, special tools used for maintenance overhauling, engine tune up.

UNIT IIICHASSIS MAINTENANCE - REPAIR AND OVERHAULING 9

Mechanical and automobile clutch and gear box, servicing and maintenance, maintenance
servicing of propeller shaft and differential system. Maintenance servicing of suspension
systems. Brake systems, types and servicing techniques. Steering systems, overhauling and
maintenance. Wheel alignment, computerized alignment and wheel balancing.

UNIT IVELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE – SERVICING AND REPAIRS 9

Testing methods for checking electrical components, checking battery, starter motor, charging
systems, DC generator and alternator, ignitions system, lighting systems. Fault diagnosis and
maintenance of modern electronic controls, checking and servicing of dash board instruments.

UNIT VMAINTENANCE OF FUEL SYSTEM, COOLING SYSTEMS, LUBRICATION

SYSTEM AND VECHICLE BODY 9
Servicing and maintenance of fuel system of different types of vehicles, calibration and tuning of
engine for optimum fuel supply. Cooling systems, water pump, radiator, thermostat,
anticorrosion and antifreeze additives. Lubrication maintenance, lubricating oil changing,
greasing of parts. Vehicle body maintenance, Minor and major repairs. Door locks and window
glass actuating system maintenance.

Total: 45

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1. John Doke “Fleet Management”, McGraw-Hill Co. 1984.
References :
1. James D Halderman - Advanced Engine Performance Diagnosis – PHI - 1998. Service
Manuals from Different Vehicle Manufacturers

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AT2704 Manufacturing Process of Automotive 3 Credits

Components
Goal To make the students to realize and understand various manufacturing processes like
forming, milling, casting and moulding involved in production of automotive
components.
Objectives Outcome
The course should enable the student The students should be able to :
to:
1 Process flow chart , Production of metal powders
1 Understand the powder and Manufacturing of friction lining materials for
metallurgy manufacturing process. clutches and brakes as well as Testing and inspection of
PM parts.
2 Various Forging process of valves, connecting rod,
crank shaft, cam shaft, propeller shaft, transmission gear
2. Understand the forming process in blanks, foot brake linkage, steering knuckles.
which various automotive components , Various extrusion process of manufacturing transmission
manufacturing process shaft, steering worm blanks, brake anchor pins, rear axle
drive shaft, axle housing spindles, piston pin and valve
tappets.
3. Understand the casting & machining Various Hydro forming Process of manifold, tail Lamp
process in which various automotive housing. , auto body panels
components manufacturing process
3. Various casting process of cylinder block , liners
,flywheel, piston rings, bearing bushes and liners, piston,
carburetor and other small auto parts.Various Machining
process of connecting rods , crank shafts, cam shafts ,
4. Understand the various gear pistons , piston pins , piston rings , valves , front and rear
manufacturing process axle housings , flywheel , Honing of cylinder bores ,
copy turning and profile grinding machines.

4. Various Gear Manufacturing process like milling,

5 Understand recent trends in
Hobbing and shaping, Gear finishing and inspection
automotive manufacturing process
process.

5. Various process like Powder injection moulding –

Shot peen hardening , Production of aluminum MMC
,Plasma spray coating, Squeeze casting ,aluminum
composites

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Process flow chart – Production of metal powders and their raw materials – Manufacture of
friction lining materials for clutches and brakes – Testing and inspection of PM parts.

UNIT II FORMING PROCESS 12

Forging – process flow chart, forging of valves, connecting rod, crank shaft, cam shaft, propeller
shaft, transmission gear blanks, foot brake linkage, steering knuckles. Extrusions: Basic Process
steps, extrusion of transmission shaft, steering worm blanks, brake anchor pins, rear axle drive
shaft, axle housing spindles, piston pin and valve tappets. Hydro forming: Process, hydro
forming of manifold and comparison with conventional methods – Hydro forming of tail Lamp
housing. Stretch forming – Process, stretch forming of auto body panels – Super plastic alloys
for auto body panels.

UNIT III CASTING AND MACHINING 12

Sand casting of cylinder block and liners – Centrifugal casting of flywheel, piston rings, bearing
bushes and liners, permanent mould casting of piston, pressure die casting of carburetor and
other small auto parts.
Machining of connecting rods – crank shafts – cam shafts – pistons – piston pins – piston rings –
valves – front and rear axle housings – flywheel – Honing of cylinder bores – copy turning and
profile grinding machines.

UNIT IV GEAR MANUFACTURING 8

Gear milling, Hobbing and shaping – Gear finishing and inspection.

UNIT V RECENT TRENDS IN MANUFACTURING OF AUTO COMPONENTS

8
Powder injection moulding – Shot peen hardening of gears – Production of aluminum MMC
liners for engine blocks – Plasma spray coated engine blocks and valves – Recent developments
in auto body panel forming – Squeeze casting of pistons – aluminum composite brake rotors.
Total: 45
Text Books :

1. Heldt.P.M., High Speed Combustion Engines, Oxford publishing co., New York, 1990.

References :

1. Haslehurst.S.E., Manufacturing Technology, ELBS, London, 1990.

2. Rusinoff., Forging and forming of metals, D.B, Taraporevla Son & co Pvt ltd, Mumbai, 1995.
3. Sabroff.A.M. & Others, Forging Materials & Processes, Reinhold Book Corporation,
NewYork, 1988.
4. Upton, Pressure Die Casting, Pergamon Press, 1985.
5. High Velocity Forming of metals, ASTME, Prentice Hall of India (P) Ltd., New Delhi, 1990.

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AT2731 SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS LABORATORY 2 Credits

Goal To impart knowledge about the modeling of various Automotive Engine

components & the various analysis of the same with the relevant modeling &
analysis software.
Objectives Outcome

The subject should enable the student The students should be able to model the various
to model & analyze various engine engine components, for the given specifications &
components, according to the to analyze the same for various load & temperature
specifications, such as conditions, such as

1. Piston. 1.Piston.
2. Piston pin & rings. 2.Piston pin & rings.
3. Connecting Rod. 3.Connecting Rod.
4. Inlet & Exhaust valves. 4.Inlet & Exhaust valves.
5. Crankshaft. 5.Crankshaft.
6. Balancing weight of Crankshaft. 6.Balancing weight of Crankshaft.
7. Camshaft. 7.Camshaft

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Modeling and Analysis of following IC Engine Parts

1. Piston
2. Piston Pin and Piston Rings
3. Connecting Rod
4. Inlet and Exhaust Valves
5. Crankshaft
6. Balancing weight of Crankshaft
7. Camshaft

List of Equipments(for a batch of 30 students)

1. Computer - 30 Nos.

2. Software like Pro/E, CATIA and ANSYS - 30 Nos.

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AT2732 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE & RECONDITIONING 2Credits

LABORATORY

Goal Provide maximum availability of safe and serviceable vehicles and maximum economic
service life of vehicles.
Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student to : The students should be able to :

1. Understand the complete knowledge 1. Describe the minor and major tuning of
of the vehicle maintenance diesel and petrol engines
procedures and acquire skills in
handling situations where the vehicle
is likely to fail. 2. Dismantle, study, perform corrections and
assemble the braking system, steering
system and suspension system.
2. Understand various types of
maintenance of vehicles and features
and applications. 3. Adjust the pedal play in clutch brake,
hand brake and steering wheel.

3. Objective of the preventive

maintenance program is to minimize 4. Do the wheel alignment procedure and
breakdowns, unscheduled repairs, tyre removal procedure etc.
and undue wear and tear.

5. define the procedures of valve grinding ,

4. To ensure maximum vehicle lapping, reboring calibration of fuel
availability for customers with injection pump etc.
minimum interruptions due to
unscheduled repairs and
breakdowns.

5. To Minimize the cost of fuel used by

the fleet and provide safe,
convenient fuelling access for fleet
customers.

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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE LABORATORY
1. Study and layout of automobile repair shop.
2. Study and preparation of workshop statements.
3. Study and list of tools and instruments.
4. Minor and major tuning of diesel and petrol engines.
5. Fault diagnosis of ignition, starting and charging system.
6. Fault diagnosis of petrol and diesel fuel system and filters & air cleaners.
7. Fault diagnosis of lighting system horn & wiper.
8. Performing body repair works.
9. Adjustment of pedal play in clutch brake, hand brake and steering wheel.
10. Bleeding of hydraulic brake system and diesel fuel system and wheel bearing adjustment.
11. Removal of tyre & tube and adjustment of head lights.

RE-CONDITIONING LABORATORY

1. Cylinder reboring – checking the cylinder bore.

2. Valve grinding, valve lapping.
3. Setting the valve angle and checking for valve leakage
4. Calibration of fuel injection pump
5. Wheel alignment – testing of camber, caster.
6. Testing kingpin inclination, toe-in and toe-out.
7. Brake adjustment
8. Brake bleeding.

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AT2604 AUTOMOTIVE SAFETY 3 Credits

Goal The student will be able to know about the various safety aspects and safety
components in the vehicle for the safety of the driver, passengers and the
pedestrians.

Objectives Outcome
The course should enable the students The students should be able to :
to: 1. Know about the design of the bumper for
1. Know about the basics about the safety.
vehicle.
2. Know about the concept of crumble zone, and
2. Understand the safety aspects in the also the effect of acceleration and deceleration of
vehicle. the vehicle in the compartment of the vehicle.

3. Know and understand the various 3. Know the various types of safety aspects such
safety aspects. as active and passive safety, the active safety
components and the working passive safety
4. To get the knowledge in sensors components such as air bags, seat belts
provided in the vehicle to avoid the crash
and to detect the defects in the vehicle. 4. Know the working of the compartment while
moving of the vehicle, about the collapsible
5. To know about the comfort and steering and tiltable steering column, about the
convenience system. collision avoidance system, front and rear object
detection.

5. know about the rear vehicle detection system,

and the braking system, the comfort and
convenience system for the vehicle such as
central locking system, garage door opening
system and about the environment information
system.

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UNIT IINTRODUCTION 9

Design of the body for safety, energy equation, engine location, deceleration of vehicle inside
passenger compartment, deceleration on impact with stationary and movable obstacle, concept of
crumble zone, safety sandwich construction.

UNIT II SAFETY CONCEPTS 9

Active safety: driving safety, conditional safety, perceptibility safety, operating safety- passive
safety: exterior safety, interior safety, deformation behaviour of vehicle body, speed and
acceleration characteristics of passenger compartment on impact.

UNIT III SAFETY EQUIPMENTS 9

Seat belt, regulations, automatic seat belt tightener system, collapsible steering column, tiltable
steering wheel, air bags, electronic system for activating air bags, bumper design for safety.

UNIT IV COLLISION WARNING AND AVOIDANCE 9

Collision warning system, causes of rear end collision, frontal object detection, rear vehicle
object detection system, object detection system with braking system interactions.

UNIT V COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE SYSTEM 9

Steering and mirror adjustment, central locking system , Garage door opening system, tyre
pressure control system, rain sensor system, environment information system
Total: 45

Text Books :

1. Bosch - “Automotive Handbook” - 5th edition - SAE publication - 2000.

References :

1. J.Powloski - “Vehicle Body Engineering

2. ” - Business books limited, London - 1969.
3. Ronald.K.Jurgen - “Automotive Electronics Handbook” - Second edition- McGraw-Hill
Inc., - 1999.

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 AT2831 - PROJECT & VIVA VOCE
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OJECTIVE

The objective of the project work is to enable the students in convenient groups of not more than 3
members on a project involving theoretical and experimental studies related to the branch of study. Every
project work shall have a guide who is the member of the faculty of the institution. Six periods per week
shall be allotted in the time of the institution. Six periods per week shall be allotted in the time table and
this time shall be utilized by the students to receive the directions from the guide, on library reading ,
laboratory work, computer analysis or field work as assigned by the guide and also to present in
periodical seminars on the progress made in the project.

Each student shall finally produce a comprehensive report covering back round information, literature
survey, problem statement, project work details and conclusion. This final report shall be typewritten
form as specified in the guidelines.

The continuous assessment shall be made as prescribed by the regulation.

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AT2856 AUTOMOTIVE SENSORS AND APPLICATIONS 3 Credits

Goal This module enables the students to interface sensors in modern automotive electronic
systems. The students will be taught automotive sensors, characterization, sensor
selection, interfacing, sensing, data logging and data processing for specified
applications.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the students to: The students should be able to:

1. Understand the automotive 1. Describe the sensor classification and sensor

instruments and sensors. product selection guide and the measurements
of automotive sensors.

2. Understand the measurement of 2. Describe the working of Pressure, position,

engine parameter by using sensor. flow, temperature, humidity, speed,
acceleration, oxygen, torque, light, distance and
level, the principles of actuation control, the
3. Understand the working of working of stepper and DC motor, working of
actuators. relays and solenoids and the working of
adaptive cruise control, traction control, braking
control, steering and stability by using sensors.
4. Understand the working of
chassis for sensors. 3. Describe the intelligent transport system using
sensors, working of theLighting, wipers, climate
control and electronic displays using sensors.
5. Understand the application of
intelligent sensors.
4. Describe theSensors role in occupant safety.

5. Describe the working of digital vehicle and

intelligent vehicle system.

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UNIT I INTRODUCTION

Introduction to automotive sensors and instrumentation, Market perspective for sensors and
instrumentation techniques. Sensor electronics and techniques. Overview of sensor
measurements .Sensor linearization and characterization. Sensor classification. Signals and
systems. Sensor product selection guide.

UNIT II SENSORS FOR ENGINES 9

Sensors and interfacing- Pressure, position, flow, temperature, humidity, speed, acceleration,
oxygen, torque, light, distance and level.

UNIT III ACTUATORS 9

Principles of actuation and control. DC motors, stepper motors. Relays and solenoids. Hydraulic
and pneumatic.

UNIT IV SENSORS FOR CHASSIS 9

Sensors and interfacing techniques for Engine control, adaptive cruise control, braking control,
traction control, steering and stability.

UNIT V INTELLIGENT SENSORS 9

Sensors for intelligent transport systems. Lighting, wipers, climate control and electronic
displays. Sensors for occupant safety .The digital vehicle. Intelligent vehicle systems

Total: 45

Text Books:

1. E Q Doebelin, Measurement Systems, Application and Design, 4th edition, McGraw-Hill,

2002

2. William B. Ribbens, Understanding Automotive Electronics, 5th edition, Newnes, 2006

3. Ronald k. Jurgen, Automotive Electronics Handbook, 2nd edition, McGraw-Hill, 2007

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AT2853 ELECTRONIC ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 3 Credits

Goal This module enables the students to interface sensors in modern automotive electronic
systems. The students will be taught automotive sensors, characterization, sensor
selection, interfacing, sensing, data logging and data processing for specified
applications.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student The students should be able to:
to:

1. Describe the sensor classification and sensor

1. Understand the automotive product selection guide.
instruments and sensors.
2. Describe the measurements of automotive
2. Understand the measurement sensors and the working of Pressure, position,
of engine parameter by using flow, temperature, humidity, speed,
sensor. acceleration, oxygen, torque, light, distance and
level.
3. Understand the working
Electronic Ignition System. 3. Descry the electronic fuel injection system in
SI and CI engines and the advantages of using
4. Understand the Principles of direct fuel injection over the indirect fuel
Digital Control systems and injection system.
the application of on board
diagnosis. 4. Describe the advantages of electronic ignition
system over the conventional ignition system
5. Understand the concept of and the algorithms for digital controllers
Engine Mapping
5. Describe the digital control techniques

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UNIT ISENSORS 9

Types – Air flow, Pressure, Temperature, Speed Oxygen, Detonation, Position – Principle of
operation, Arrangement and material.

UNIT IIGASOLINE INJECTION SYSTEM 9

Open loop and closed loop systems, Mono point, Multi point and Direct injection systems –
Principles and Features, Bosch injection systems.

UNIT IIIDIESEL INJECTION SYSTEM 9

Inline injection pump, Rotary pump and injector – Construction and principle of operation,
Common rail and unit injector system – Construction and principle of operation.

UNIT IVIGNITION SYSTEMS 9

Ignition fundamentals, Types of solid state ignition systems, High energy ignition distributors,
Electronic spark timing and control.
UNIT VENGINE MAPPING 9

Combined ignition and fuel management systems. Digital control techniques – Dwell angle
calculation, Ignition timing calculation and Injection duration calculation. Hybrid vehicles and
fuel cells.
Total: 45

Text Books:

1. Bosch Technical Instruction Booklets.

2. Tom Denton, Automotive Electrical and Electronic Systems, Edward Amold,1995.

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References :

1. Robert N.Brady, Automotive Computers and Digital Instrumentation, Prentice Hall,

1988.
2. Duffy Smith, Auto Fuel Systems, The god Heart Willcox Company Inc., Publishers,
1987.

3. Heinz Heisler, Advanced Engine Technology. SAE Publications, 1995.

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AT2703 AUTOMOTIVE INSTRUMENTATION AND 3 Credits

EMBEDDED SYSTEMS

Goal To make the students to understand the instruments involved in measurement

of various automotive parameters and a basic knowledge on embedded
systems.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student to: The students should be able to:

1. Understand measurement 1.Describe the classification of instrument and

characteristics. characteristics of instruments and the static and
dynamic analysis, experimental error analysis,
and statistical analysis.
2. Understand the working of 2.Describe the working of modern automotive
automotive instruments. instrumentation and computerized
instrumentation system.

3. Know about the measurement 3.Describe the measurements of fuel quantity,

analysis. coolant temperature, oil pressure, vehicle speed
and the working of display devices and
information system and the operation of onboard
and off board diagnostics , occupant protection
4. Understand the working of
system and warning system
embedded systems.
4.Describe the working of gas analyzers, smoke
tester, gas chromatography and spectrometry and
5. Understand the working of real the measurement of pH and review of basic
time operating system(RTOS) measurement techniques.

5.Describe the working of serial communication

using i2c,CAN,USB buses and parallel
communication using ISA,PCI and the basics of
basic concepts of RTOS, basics of real time and
embedded system operating systems.

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Instrument Classification, Characteristics of Instruments – Static and dynamic, experimentalerror
analysis, Systematic and random errors, Statistical analysis, Uncertainty, Experimentalplanning
and selection of measuring instruments, Reliability of instruments.

UNIT IIAUTOMOTIVE INSTRUMENTATION 9

Modern automotive instrumentation – computerized instrumentation system,

multiplexing,sampling and advantages – Measurements – fuel quality, coolant temperature, oil
pressure vehiclesspeed, Display devices – LED, LCD, VFD, CRT and types, CAN network, the
glass cockpit andinformation system.
Onboard diagnostics – fault code displays. Off board diagnostics – engine data display,
expertsystem occupant protection system – Airbag deployment system security and warning
systems.

UNIT IIIMEASUREMENT ANALYSIS 9

Chemical, thermal, magnetic and optical gas analyzers, measurement of smoke, dust
andmoisture, gas chromatography, spectrometry, measurement of pH, Review of basic
measurementtechniques.

UNIT IVINTRODUCTION TO EMBEDDED SYSTEM 9

Introduction to functional building blocks of embedded systems – Register, memory

devices,ports, timer, interrupt controllers using circuit block diagram representation for each
categories –Devices & buses for devices network - serial communication using I2C, CAN, USB
buses – parallelcommunication using ISA, PCI - device drivers in a system – Serial port &
parallel port.

UNIT V REAL TIME OPERATING SYSTEM (RTOS) 9

Introduction to basic concepts of RTOS, Basics of real time & embedded system
operatingsystems, RTOS – Interrupt handling, task scheduling; embedded system design issues
in systemdevelopment process – Action plan, use of target system, emulator, use of software
tools.
Total:45

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Text Books:

1. William B.Riddens - Understanding Automotive Electronics, 5th edition- Butter

worthHeinemann, Woburn- 1998
2. Rajkamal, „Embedded System – Architecture, Programming, Design‟, Tata McGraw
Hill,2003.
3. Daniel W. Lewis „Fundamentals of Embedded Software‟, Prentice Hall of India, 2004.
4. Holman, J.P., Experimental methods for engineers, McGraw-Hill, 1988
5. Raman, C.S., Sharma, G.R., Mani, V.S.V., Instrumentation Devices and Systems,
TataMcGraw Hill, New Delhi, 1983.

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 EC2860ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE AND COMPATIBILITY

LTPC

3003

Goal :To learn the electromagnetic interference concepts and standards of measurement to design
the systems with electromagnetic compatibility for applications

Objectives

The course should enable the students to:

1. Study the EMI /EMC Environment.

2. Study the EMI coupling principles and its types.

3. Study the EMI / EMC standards and measurements for the test procedures.

4. Study various EMI control techniques.

5. Design PCBs with EMC compliance.

Outcome

At the end of the course the student should be able to:

1. Understand the fundamentals and the parameters of EMI/EMC environment.

2. Understand the EMI coupling principles and the types of EMI coupling.

3. Understand various standards and testing procedures for EMI/EMC.

4. Know the different techniques for controlling EMI.

5. Know and design PCBs with EMC compliance.

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UNIT I EMI ENVIRONMENT 9

EMI/EMC concepts and definitions, Sources of EMI, conducted and radiated EMI, Transient
EMI, Time domain Vs Frequency domain EMI, Units of measurement parameters, Emission and
immunity concepts, ESD.

UNIT II EMI COUPLING PRINCIPLES 9

Conducted, Radiated and Transient Coupling, Common Impedance Ground Coupling, Radiated
Common Mode and Ground Loop Coupling, Radiated Differential Mode Coupling, Near Field
Cable to Cable Coupling, Power Mains and Power Supply coupling

UNIT III EMI/EMC STANDARDS AND MEASUREMENTS 9

Civilian standards - FCC,CISPR, IEC, EN, Military standards - MIL STD 461D/462, EMI Test
Instruments /Systems, EMI Shielded Chamber, Open Area Test Site, TEM Cell,
Sensors/Injectors/ Couplers, Test beds for ESD and EFT, Military Test Method and Procedures
(462).

UNIT IV EMI CONTROL TECHNIQUES 9

Shielding, Filtering, Grounding, Bonding, Isolation Transformer, Transient Suppressors, Cable

Routing, Signal Control, Component Selection and Mounting.

UNIT V EMC DESIGN OF PCBs 9

PCB Traces Cross Talk, Impedance Control, Power Distribution Decoupling, Zoning,
Motherboard Designs and Propagation Delay Performance Models.

TOTAL: 45

TEXT BOOKS

1. Henry W.Ott, “Noise Reduction Techniques in Electronic Systems”, John Wiley and Sons,

NewYork.

2. C.R.Paul, “Introduction to Electromagnetic Compatibility” , John Wiley and Sons, Inc, 1992

3. V.P.Kodali, “Engineering EMC Principles, Measurements and Technologies”, IEEE Press,

1996.

4. Bernhard Keiser, “Principles of Electromagnetic Compatibility”, Artech house, 3rd Ed, 1986.

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 EI 2852 NAVIGATION AND GUIDANCE SYSTEMS

Goal

Fundamentals of Control Systems Communication Engineering

Objectives

The course will enable the students to:

(i) gain knowledge about Navigation and Guidance Systems

(ii) acquire basic knowledge about Aircraft and Aerospace Instrumentation

(iii) acquire basic knowledge about radio navigation aids, air craft flight simulation
instrumentation and electrical troubles

Outcome

The students should be able to:

(i) Understand Basics of Navigation and Guidance Systems

(ii) Gain knowledge about Aerospace controls and aircraft Instrumentation

(iii) Gain knowledge about flight simulation and electrical troubles occurring in aircraft

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UNIT- I: - AIR CRAFT AND AEROSPACE VEHICLE INSTRUMENTATION 9

Air data instruments: altimeter, air speed rate of climb-gyroscopic instruments – turn and back
indicator – artificial horizon-directional Gyro Schuler Tuning, stable platform- automatic pilots-
integrated flight instruments – magnetic composers.

UNIT- II: - RADIO NAVIGATION AIDS 9

Automatic direction finder – instrument landing system – visual Omni range – distance
measuring equipments – radar – optical instruments engine instruments and control – pressure
measurements – thermal meters control – pressure measurements – thermal meters – tachometers
– accelerometers – smoke and fire detection – propeller controls – cabin pressure and
temperature.

UNIT- III:- SATELLITE & SPACE INSTRUMENTATION 9

Satellite and space vehicle instrumentation – propulsion controls – stabilization – stabilization

sensors – gyros – sun sensors horizon scanner – star tracker – stabilization controls.

UNIT- IV: - AIR CRAFT FLIGHT SIMULATION INSTRUMENTATION 9

Basic description of a flight simulator - solutions of aerodynamics equations – simulation of

abnormal conditions. Jet engine power plant troubles - fuel system troubles – flight controls and
auto pilot troubles.

UNIT- V: - ELECTRICAL TROUBLES 9

Hydraulic systems troubles – landing gear troubles – cabin conditioning troubles, indication of
unsafe canopy being conditions – radio troubles – separate generator – system troubles – trouble
indicator lights – other functions – advantages of instrumented flight – simulation – simulation of
difficult conditions – weapons system trainer need for realism – instrumentation.

TOTAL = 45

TEXT BOOKS

1. AIAA: Har/Dsk Edition 1999.

2. Integrated Navigation and Guidance Systems By Daniel J. Biezad.

REFERENCE BOOK

Douglas M.Considine and S.D.Ross – Handbook of Applied Instrumentation – McGraw Hill

2003.

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EI 1409 INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL IN AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY

3 0 0 3

OBJECTIVE:

i. To provide basic knowledge in Instrumentation& control in Automotive Industries.

ii. To provide knowledge in communication protocols and Automation in Manufacturing
Industries
UNIT- I:- MEASUREMENTS IN LMV & HMV 9

Pressure, Level, Temperature, Density, Viscosity, Torque, Vibration, Luminosity.

UNIT- II:- INSTRUMENTATION APPLICATION IN VEHICLES. 9

Analysis of Fuel and Emitted particles Co2, Nox, Hydro carbons

UNIT- III:- EMBEDDED APPLICATION IN MV 9

Microprocessor based front panel Indicators Ignition Systems – Engine Controls – RTOS
applications.

UNIT- IV:- COMMUNICATION PROTOCOLS 9

Serial bus, CAN bus, GPS tracking Systems.

UNIT -V:- AUTOMATION IN MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY. 9

Assembly line applications, PLC and DCS implementation – Robotic Controls.

L = 45 TOTAL = 45

REFERENCE BOOK

Instrumentation Process Industries-B.G.Liptak- Chilton Book Co.2003

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EE2511 CONTROL SYSTEMS 3 Credits

Goal To familiarize the students with the basic concepts of linear control theory and design of control
system.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student to The students should be able to

Understand the methods of representation of Understand the various methods of

systems and getting their transfer function models representation of systems.
(ii) Provide adequate knowledge in the time (ii) Apply time response analysis and to determine
response of systems and steady state error steady state error.
analysis. (iii) Analyse the stability of the system using
(iii) Give basic knowledge in obtaining the open frequency response plots and able to adjust the gain
loop and closed–loop frequency responses of of the system to satisfy the desired specifications.
systems. (iv) Determine the stability of the system by applying
(iv) Understand the concept of stability of control various stability criterian.
system and methods of stability analysis. (v) Design of state space equation in various forms.
(v) Study the state space analysis

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UNIT I SYSTEMS AND THEIR REPRESENTATION 9

Basic elements in control systems – Open and closed loop systems – Electrical analogy of mechanical
and thermal systems – Transfer function – Synchros – AC and DC servomotors – Block diagram
reduction techniques – Signal flow graphs.

UNIT II TIME RESPONSE 9

Time response – Time domain specifications – Types of test input – I and II order system response –
Error coefficients – Generalized error series – Steady state error – P, PI, PID modes of feedback control.

UNIT III FREQUENCY RESPONSE 9

Frequency response – Bode plot – Polar plot. Determination of closed loop response from open loop
response – Correlation between frequency domain and time domain specifications.

UNIT IV STABILITY OF CONTROL SYSTEM 9

Characteristics equation – Location of roots in S plane for stability – Routh Hurwitz criterion – Root
locus construction – Effect of pole, zero addition – Gain margin and phase margin – Nyquist stability
criterions.

UNIT V STATE SPACE ANALYSIS 9

Introduction to State Space Analysis – Phase variable and Canonical Forms – State Transition Matrix –
Solutions to state space equation – Discretization of state space equation, controllability and observability
of systems.

TOTAL = 45

TEXT BOOKS

1.K. Ogata, “Modern Control Engineering”, 5th edition, Pearson Education, New Delhi, 2009 / PHI
2.I.J. Nagrath& M. Gopal, “Control Systems Engineering”, New Age International Publishers,2003.
3. AshishTewari, “Modern Control Design with Matlab& Simulink”, John Wiley, New Delhi 2002

REFERENCES

1.B.C. Kuo, “Automatic Control Systems”, Prentice Hall of India Ltd., New Delhi, 1995.
2.M. Gopal, “Control Systems, Principles & Design”, Tata McGraw Hill, New Delhi, 2002.
3.M.N. Bandyopadhyay, “Control Engineering Theory and Practice”, Prentice Hall of India, 2003.
5. M. Gopal, “Modern Control System Theory”, New Age International Publishers, 2002.

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EE4711 ELECTRONICS IN MOTOR SPORTS ENGINEERING 3 Credits

Goal This unit will develop learners‟ understanding of vehicle electrical and electronic
systems, circuits and components and will develop the skills needed to carry out tests,
find faults and repair systems.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the students to The students should be able to

The increasing use of electronic circuitry in 1. Be able to analyse and test vehicle electrical and
motor vehicle control systems has electronic circuits.
contributed to advances in safety, comfort
and economy. New applications, 2 Understand the operation of vehicle sensors,
often incorporating microprocessor actuators and display units.
hardware, continue to be introduced. It is
thus essential for motor vehicle engineers to 3 Understand the operation of microprocessor
be familiar with the operation of hardware and suppression methodsused in vehicle
electronic circuits and methods of fault circuits.
diagnosis.
4 Be able to carry out systematic fault diagnosis and
Learning outcome 1 will provide learners repairs on vehicle electronicsystems.
with knowledge of electronic
principles, circuit components and test
procedures. In learning outcome 2,
learners are introduced to the various types
of sensors, actuators and display
units used in motor vehicle control and
driver information systems. Learning
outcome 3 provides knowledge of
microprocessor hardware applications and
thesystems.

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UNIT IAnalysis and test vehicle electrical and electronic circuits

Electrical calculations: voltage; emf; current; power; resistance; capacitance; inductance; series and
parallel circuits
Semiconductor devices: electrical properties and characteristics of semiconductor material; P-N junction
diode; Zener diode; N-P-N junction transistor; P-N-P junction transistor and thyristor; analyse the
operation of a semiconductor based circuit, eg electronic ignition amplifier
Circuit diagrams: electrical and electronic component and circuit symbols; circuit diagram layouts

UNIT II Operation of vehicle sensors, actuators and display

Sensors: principles of operation and electrical characteristics of sensors used in vehicles eg sensors used
in anti-lock braking systems (ABS), electronic fuel injection (EFI), engine management systems, airbags,
security, driver information and vehicle condition monitoring systems); relevant test procedures for
sensors
Actuators: principles of operation and electrical characteristics of vehicle actuators eg relays, solenoids,
electro-hydraulic/pneumatic valves, rotary actuators, stepper motors; relevant tests procedures for
actuators
Information display devices: types of devices eg analogue gauges, light emitting diodes, liquid crystal
displays, vacuum fluorescent displays, cathode ray tubes; relevant test procedures for displays

UNIT III MCU control technology

Micro-computer hardware system components, addressing modes, storage, control and operation principle
of bus architecture, interrupt system, interface principle, and assembly language programming methods .
Require students to master computer information processing, control and storage methods, understanding
of computer systems and components are working process.

UNIT IV Operation of microprocessor hardware and suppression methods

Microprocessor hardware: implementation, operation and relevant developments of microprocessor

systems in vehicles eg computer area network (CAN) bus links; packaging; microcontrollers; integrated
circuits; reliability; electromagnetic compatibility Suppression methods: resistive suppression of
oscillations; screening; use of inductors; capacitors and filter networks in interference suppression

UNIT V Systematic fault diagnosis and repairs on vehicle electronic systems

Systematic testing: testing of input/output sensors, cables, supplies, earths, output actuators, display
devices and microprocessor systems, correct use of multimeters and oscilloscope for measuring circuit
and component values
Self-diagnosis: signal plausibility checks; open and short circuit checks; processor operation and memory
test routines; error/trouble codes; standardization of connectors and codes; continuity checks; sensor
output; resistance checks
Fault repairs: correct procedures for removal/refitting eg following manufacturer‟s recommendations;
repair and replacement of system components

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AT2857 FUEL CELLS AND APPLICATIONS 3 Credits

Goal To impart knowledge about the concept & working of the Fuel Cells, its
construction, types and its application in automobiles, impact on its performance.
Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the students The students should be able to :
to:

1. Understand various types of

Fuel Cells, its principle, construction 1. Analyze the thermodynamics & electrochemical
& working. kinetics of fuel cells.

2. Understand the automotive

applications of Fuel Cells, 2. Be familiar with the automotive applications
improvements & advances & of Fuel Cells.
commonly used types.

3. Know about the various

components & its performance 3. Update himself to the current advances in Fuel
characteristics in a fuel cell vehicle. Cell Vehicle Technologies.

4. Gain knowledge about the

different types of fuels used in Fuel
4. Be familiar with the various components of
Cells and the concept of Fueling.
the fuel cells
5. Do an analysis & comparative study
of fuel cells with other types of
alternate fuels, the types & working of 5. Be familiar with the various types of Fueling
different types of Fuel Cells and the techniques followed in the Fuel cells, Do a
performance characteristics of the Fuel comparative study of the Fuel cells with other
cells. Alternate Fuels.

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UNIT IINTRODUCTION TO FUEL CELLS 9
Introduction – working and types of fuel cell – low, medium and high temperature fuel cell, Liquid
and methanol types, Proton exchange membrane fuel cell solid oxide, Hydrogen fuel cells –
Thermodynamics and electrochemical kinetics of fuel cells.

UNIT IIFUEL CELLS FOR AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS 9

Fuel cells for automotive applications – Technology advances in fuel cell vehicle systems –
Onboard hydrogen storage – Liquid hydrogen and compressed hydrogen – Metal hydrides, Fuel
cell control system – Alkaline fuel cell – Road map to market.

UNIT IIIFUEL CELL COMPONENTS AND THEIR IMPACT ON PERFORMANCE

9
Fuel cell performance characteristics – Current/voltage, Voltage efficiency and power density,
ohmic resistance, Kinetic performance, Mass transfer effects – Membrane electrode assembly
components, Fuel cell stack, Bi-polar plate, Humidifiers and cooling plates.

UNIT IVFUELING 9

Hydrogen storage technology – Pressure cylinders, Liquid hydrogen, Metal hydrides, Carbon
fibers – Reformer technology – Steam reforming, Partial oxidation, Auto thermal reforming – CO
removal, Fuel cell technology based on removal like bio-mass.

UNIT VFUEL CYCLE ANALYSIS 9

Introduction to fuel cycle analysis – Application to fuel cell and other competing technologies like
battery powered vehicles, SI engine fueled by natural gas and hydrogen and hybrid electric vehicle.

TOTAL: 45
Textbooks :

1. Fuel Cells for automotive applications – professional engineering publishing UK.

ISBN 1-86058 4233, 2004.
2. Fuel Cell Technology Handbook SAE International Gregor Hoogers CRC Press ISBN
0-8493-0877-1-2003.

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AT2855 AUTOMOTIVE AIR CONDITIONING 3 Credits

Goal To Enable the student to understand the components of the

automotive air-conditioning and their functions and the latest
developments in this field.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the students to : The students should be able to :

1. Understand the fundamentals of air 1. Identify and describe the basic

conditioning system. principles of air conditioning system.

2. Understand the necessity of heating

system in a vehicle. 2. Apply the concept of heating systems
in air conditioner.

3. Be familiar with the components of

automotive air conditioning system. 3. Describe the working principles of the
components of the automotive air
conditioning system.
4. Understand the properties of the
different refrigerant.
4. Identify the types of refrigerants, its
applications and properties.
5. To motivate students to involve in air
conditioner maintenance and service.
5. Identify and describe the current
developments relating to the
automotive air conditioning.

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UNIT IAIRCONDITIONING FUNDAMENTALS 9
Basic air conditioning system - Location of air conditioning components in a car, Schematic layout
of a refrigeration system, Compressor components, Condenser and high pressure service ports,
Thermostatic expansion valve, Expansion valve calibration, Controlling evaporator temperature,
Evaporator pressure regulator, Evaporator temperature regulator.

UNIT IIAIR CONDITIONER – HEATING SYSTEM 9

Automotive heaters, Manually controlled air conditioner, Heater system, Automatically

controlled air conditioner and heater systems, Automatic temperature control, Air conditioning
protection, Engine protection.

UNIT IIIREFRIGERANT 9

Containers handling refrigerants, Tapping into the refrigerant container, Refrigeration system
diagnosis, Diagnostic procedure, Ambient conditions affecting system pressures.

UNIT IVAIR ROUTING AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL 9

Objectives, evaporator airflow through the re-circulating unit, Automatic temperature control,
Duct system, Controlling flow, Vacuum reserve, Testing the air control and handling systems.

UNIT VAIR CONDITINING SERVICE 9

Air conditioner maintenance and service, Servicing heater system removing and replacing
components, Trouble shooting of air controlling system, Compressor service.

TOTAL: 45
Text Book:
1. William H. Crouse and Donald L. Anglin - “Automotive Air conditioning” - McGraw
Hill Inc. - 1990.

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References:

1. Mitchell information Services, Inc - “Mitchell Automatic Heating and Air Conditioning
Systems” - Prentice Hall Ind. - 1989.
2. Paul Weiser - “Automotive Air Conditioning” - Reston Publishing Co., Inc., - 1990.
3. MacDonald, K.I., - “Automotive Air Conditioning” - Theodore Audel series - 1978
4. Goings.L.F. – “Automotive Air Conditioning” - American Technical services - 1974.
5. Boyce H.Dwiggins - ”Automotive Air Conditioning” - Delmar – 2002

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AT2854 VIBRATION AND NOISE CONTROL 3 Credits

Goals The students will be able to understand the sources of vibration and noise in
automobiles and make design modifications to reduce the vibration and noise and
improve the life of the components.

Objectives Outcome
The course should enable the students to: The students should be able to know:

1.Classification of vibration of free, forced, undamped

,damped, linear , nonlinear vibrationResponse of
1 Understand the various types of damped and undamped systems under harmonic force,
vibration with damping and without analysis of single degree and two degree of freedom
damping. systems, torsional vibration, Determination of natural
frequencies.

2.Introduction to amplitude, frequency, wavelength

and sound pressure level,Addition, subtraction and
2. Understand the Various types of noise averaging decibel levels,Noise dose level, legislation,
and it‟s measurement and analysis measurement and analysis of noise, Measurement
techniques. environment, equipment, frequency analysis, tracking
analysis, sound quality analysis.

3.Noise Characteristics of engines, engine overall

noise levels, assessment of combustion noise engine
3. Understand the various sources of noise radiated noise, intake and exhaust noise,Assessment
from automobiles. of mechanical noise, accessory contributed noise,
transmission noise, aerodynamic noise, tyre noise,
brake noise.

4. Vibration isolation by tuned absorbers, untuned

viscous dampers. Damping treatments, application
4. Understand the various noise
dynamic forces generated by IC engines, engine
controlling techniques.
isolation, Crank shaft damping,Modal analysis of the
mass elastic model shock absorbers.

5.Methods for control of engine noise, combustion

noise, mechanical noise, predictive analysis. Noise
5. Understand the various noise from Suppressing Techniques like palliative treatments and
mechanical components and it‟s enclosures, automotive noise control principles.Sound
suppressing techniques. in enclosures ,sound energy absorption, sound
transmission through barrier

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Single degree of freedom, two degree of freedom, free, forced and damped vibrations modeling
and simulation studies, model of an automobile, magnification factor, transmissibility, vibration
absorber. Two degree of freedom system. modal analysis.

UNIT II NUMERICAL METHODS 9

Approximate methods for determining fundamental frequency, Dunkerleys lower bound,

Rayleighs upper bound, Holzer method for closed coupled system and branched system.

UNIT III CONTROL TECHNIQUES 9

Vibration isolation, tuned absorbers, untuned viscous dampers, damping treatments, application
dynamic forces generated by IC engines, engine isolation, crank shaft damping, modal analysis
of the mass elastic model shock absorbers.

UNIT IV AUTOMOTIVE NOISE SOURCES 9

Noise Characteristics of engines, engine overall noise levels, assessment of combustion noise,
assessment of mechanical noise, engine radiated noise, intake and exhaust noise, engine
accessory contributed noise, transmission noise, aerodynamic noise, tyre noise, brake noise.

UNIT V SOURCE OF NOISE AND CONTROL 9

Methods for control of engine noise, combustion noise, mechanical noise, predictive analysis,
palliative treatments and enclosures, automotive noise control principles, sound in enclosures,
sound energy absorption, sound transmission through barriers
TOTAL HOURS :45

Text Books :

1. Singiresu S.Rao - “Mechanical Vibrations” - Pearson Education, ISBM –81-297-0179-0 –

2004.
2. Kewal Pujara “Vibrations and Noise for Engineers, Dhanpat Rai & Sons, 1992.

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AT2501 HEAT & MASS TRANSFER 4 Credits

Goal Thecourseisintendedtobuildupnecessarybackgroundforunderstandingthephysical
behaviour of various modes of heat transfer, like, conduction, convection and
radiation.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student to The students should be able to

1. Thephysical behaviour of various modes 1. Identify the difference between

of heat transfer, like, conduction, various modes of Heat Transfer.
convection and radiation.

2. Learn the Resistance Concept used in

2. The application of various experimental Heat Conduction.
heat transfer correlations in engineering
calculations.
3. Learn to use the basic methods in
Conduction.
3. The thermal analysis and sizing of heat
exchangers.
4. Apply the concept of Lump Parameter
analysis and when it is applicable.
4. The basic concept of mass transfer, its
types & its correlations.
5. Learn the concepts of boundary layer.

5. Understand the concepts of Black Body,

Grey Body, View factor, Radiation 6. Learn to apply various correlation
shielding. used in Convective Heat
Transfer.Design/size Heat Exchanger.

6. Understand the concept of Mass transfer,

its types & laws associated with it.

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Basic Concepts – Mechanism of Heat Transfer – Conduction, Convection and Radiation –

General Differential equation of Heat Conduction – Fourier Law of Conduction – Cartesian and
Cylindrical Coordinates – One Dimensional Steady State Heat Conduction – Conduction through
Plane Wall, Cylinders and Spherical systems – Composite Systems – Conduction with Internal
Heat Generation – Extended Surfaces – Unsteady Heat Conduction – Lumped Analysis – Use of
Heislers Chart.
UNIT II CONVECTION 12

Basic Concepts – Convective Heat Transfer Coefficients – Boundary Layer Concept – Types of
Convection – Forced Convection – Dimensional Analysis – External Flow – Flow over Plates,
Cylinders and Spheres – Internal Flow – Laminar and Turbulent Flow – Combined Laminar and
Turbulent – Flow over Bank of tubes – Free Convection – Dimensional Analysis – Flow over
Vertical Plate, Horizontal Plate, Inclined Plate, Cylinders and Spheres.
UNIT III PHASE CHANGE HEAT TRANSFER AND HEAT EXCHANGERS 12

Nusselts theory of condensation-pool boiling, flow boiling, correlations in boiling and

condensation. Types of Heat Exchangers – LMTD Method of heat Exchanger Analysis –
Effectiveness – NTU method of Heat Exchanger Analysis – Overall Heat Transfer Coefficient –
Fouling Factors.
UNIT IV RADIATION 12

Basic Concepts, Laws of Radiation – Stefan Boltzman Law, Kirchoff Law –Black Body
Radiation –Grey body radiation Shape Factor Algebra – Electrical Analogy – Radiation Shields
–Introduction to Gas Radiation.
UNIT V MASS TRANSFER 12

Basic Concepts – Diffusion Mass Transfer – Fick‟s Law of Diffusion – Steady state Molecular
Diffusion – Convective Mass Transfer – Momentum, Heat and Mass Transfer Analogy –
Convective Mass TransferCorrelations
Total: 60

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Text Books :

1. Sachdeva R C, “Fundamentals of Engineering Heat and Mass Transfer” New Age

International, 1995.
2. Yadav R “Heat and Mass Transfer” Central Publishing House, 1995.

References :

1. Ozisik M.N, “Heat Transfer”, McGraw-Hill Book Co., 1994.

2. Nag P.K, “ Heat Transfer”, Tata McGraw-Hill, New Delhi, 2002
3. Holman J.P “Heat and Mass Transfer” Tata McGraw-Hill, 2000.
4. Kothandaraman C.P “Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer”
New Age International, New Delhi, 1998
5. Frank P. Incropera and David P. DeWitt, “Fundamentals of Heat and Mass
Transfer”, John Wiley and Sons, 1998.

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AT2858 ROBOTICS 3 Credits

Goal Technological change and Automation are un avoidable in

Industry. This subject enables the student to understand about
Robotics, its application, components.
Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the students The students should be able to:
to:

1 Select tools for required application.

1. Understand Automation and
Robotics with preserve and future
application. 2 Configure robots with components and
2. Study the various components, devices..
constructional aspects of Industrial
Robotics.
3 Solve kinematics problems.

3. Understand various motions and

coordination. 4. Able to make automation modules based on
sensor input.

4. Understand the activating system

and components and sensor of a Robot. 5. Able to design and fabricate small robots for
material handling, spray painting, spot welding,
assembly, inspection etc.,
5. Understand the application of
robots in manufacturing relating to
automobile industry.

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Automation and Robotics, CAD/CAM and Robotics – An over view of Robotics – present and
future applications – classification by coordinate system and control system.

UNIT II COMPONENTS OF THE INDUSTRIAL ROBOTICS 9

Function line diagram representation of robot arms, common types of arms. Components,
Architecture, number of degrees of freedom –requirements and challenges of end effectors,
determination of the end effectors, comparison of Electric, Hydraulic and Pneumatic types of
locomotion devices.

UNIT IIIMOTION ANALYSIS 9

Homogeneous transformations as applicable to rotation and translation – problems. Manipulator
Kinematics: Specifications of matrices, D-H notation joint coordinates and world coordinates
Forward and inverse kinematics – problems.

UNIT IV ROBOT ACTUATORS AND FEED BACK COMPONENTS 9

Actuators: Pneumatic, Hydraulic actuators, electric & stepper motors. Feedback components:
position sensors – potentiometers, resolvers, encoders – Velocity sensors.

UNIT VROBOT APPLICATION IN MANUFACTURING 9

Material Transfer - Material handling, loading and unloading- Processing - spot and continuous
arc welding & spray painting - Assembly and Inspection.

Total : 45

Text Books :
1. Industrial Robotics / Groover M P /Pearson Edu.
2. Robotics and Control / Mittal R K & Nagrath I J / TMH.

References :

1. Robotics / Fu K S/ McGraw Hill.

2. An Introduction to Robot Technology, / P. Coiffet and M. Chaironze / Kogam Page Ltd. 1983
London.
3. Robotic Engineering / Richard D. Klafter, Prentice Hall
4. Robot Analysis and Intelligence / Asada and Slow time / Wiley Inter-Science.
5. Introduction to Robotics / John J Craig / Pearson Edu.
6. Robot Dynamics & Control – Mark W. Spong and M. Vidyasagar / John Wiley & Sons
(ASIA) Pte Ltd.

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AT2859 ALTERNATIVE FUELS AND ENERGY SYSTEMS 3 Credits

Goal To provide the students with the knowledge of alternate fuels and the changes in
the engine design and to understand various energy systems for use in the
automobiles.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student to: Upon completion , the student should be able to:

1. Gain knowledge of various 1. Apply various alternate fuels appropriately to

alternate fuels. the needs.
2. Understand properties, 2. Learn in details about methanol and ethanol
performance and emission usage, storage, chemical structure , pros and
characteristics of Alcohols. cons.
3. Know about Natural gas, LPG, 3. Be acquainted with the knowledge of natural
hydrogen and biogas. gas, LPG, hydrogen and biogas.
4. Study in depth of various 4. Evaluate the performance characteristics of
vegetable oils used for engines. various vegetable oils.
5. Know about Electric vehicle. 5. Be familiar with electric and hybrid vehicles.

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UNIT I INTRODUCTION 9
Need for alternate fuel, Availability and properties of alternate fuels, general use of alcohols,
LPG, Hydrogen, Ammonia, CNG and LNG, Vegetable oils and biogas, Merits and demerits of
various alternate fuels, Introduction to alternate energy sources. Like EV, Hybrid, Fuel cell and
solar cars.

UNIT II ALCOHOLS 9
Properties as engine fuel, Alcohols and gasoline blends, Performance in SI engine, Methanol and
gasoline blends, Combustion characteristics in CI engines, Emission characteristics, DME, DEE
properties performance analysis, Performance in SI & CI Engines.

UNIT III NATURAL GAS, LPG, HYDROGEN AND BIOGAS 9

Availability of CNG, properties, Modification required using in engines, Performance and
emission characteristics of CNG using LPG in SI & CI engines, Performance and emission of
LPG. Hydrogen; Storage and handling, Performance and safety aspects.

UNIT IV VEGETABLE OILS 9

Various vegetable oils for engines, Esterification, Performance in engines, Performance and
emission characteristics, Bio diesel and its characteristics

UNIT VELECTRIC, HYBRID, FUEL CELL AND SOLAR CARS 9

Layout of an electric vehicle, Advantage and limitations, Specifications, System components,
Electronic control system, High energy and power density batteries, Hybrid vehicle, Fuel cell
vehicles, Solar powered vehicles.

Total : 45

Text Book:
1. Richard.L.Bechfold – Alternative Fuels Guide Book - SAE International Warrendale - 1997.

References :
1. Maheswar Dayal - “Energy today & tomorrow“ - I & B Horishr India - 1982.
2. Nagpal - “Power Plant Engineering” - Khanna Publishers - 1991.
3. “ Alcohols as motor fuels progress in technology” - Series No.19 - SAE Publication USE –
1980.
4. SAE paper nos. 840367, 841333, 841334, 841156, Transactions, SAE, USA.

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AT 2752 Finite Element Methods in Automobiles 3 Credits
Goal To understand the principles involved in discretization and finite element
approach and to learn to form stiffness matrices and force vectors for simple
elements
Objectives Outcome
The subject should enable the students to: The students should be able :

1 Understand the basics of 1. 1. To know the various engineering problems, formulate

Engineering problems ,Mathematical mathematical modeling and know engineering applications
modeling of FEA of FEA..To know about various methods like Weighted
residual methods, General weighted residual statement,
2. Understand the finite element Weak formulation of the weighted residual for
formulations of Boundary Value formulations of Boundary Value Problem
problems.
2. 2. To know about statement, Comparisons, Piecewise
3. Understand ONE dimensional FEA continuous trial functions like a bar finite element.To know
functional and differential forms of Principle of stationary
total potential , Rayleigh Ritz method , Piecewise
4. Understand TWO dimensional FEA continuous trial functions To know finite element method
and Choice of the elements
5 .Understand Dynamic Analysis using
FEM 3. To know general form of total potential for 1-D
applications , Generic form of finite element equations To
know various bar elements like Linear element, Quadratic
element,To know Nodal approximation , Development of
shape functions To know to solve Truss and Beam element
problems.

4.To know approximation of geometry and field variable of

3 nodded triangular elements, Four nodded rectangular
elements , Higher order elements .To know Generalized
coordinates approach to nodal approximations,
DifficultiesTo know Natural coordinates and coordinate
transformations To know triangular and quadrilateral
elements and Iso-parametric elements

5To know Structural mechanics applications in 2-dimensions

– Elasticity equations , Stress strain relations , Plane
problems of elasticity, Element equations –,Assembly.To
know need for quadrature formulae, Transformations to
natural coordinatesTo know Gaussian quadrature and solving
problems in plane stress, plane strain and axi symmetric
applications.

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Solution to engineering problems – mathematical modeling – discrete and continuum modeling –

need for numerical methods of solution – relevance and scope of finite element methods –
engineering applications of FEA.

UNIT I INTRODUCTION TO FINITE ELEMENT FORMULATION OF BOUNDARY

VALUE PROBLEMS 9

Weighted residual methods –General weighted residual statement – Weak formulation of the
weighted residual statement –Comparisons – Piecewise continuous trial functions - Example of a
bar finite element – Functional and differential forms – Principle of stationary total potential –
Rayleigh Ritz method – Piecewise continuous trial functions – Finite element method- Choice of
the elements – Application to bar element.

UNIT II ONE DIMENSIONAL FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS 9

General form of total potential for 1-D applications – Generic form of finite element equations –
Linear bar element – Quadratic element –Nodal approximation – Development of shape
functions – Element matrices and vectors – Example problems – Extension to plane truss–
Development of element equations – Assembly – Element connectivity – Global equations –
Solution methods – Beam element – Nodal approximation – Shape functions – Element matrices
and vectors – Assembly – Solution – Example problems.

UNIT III TWO DIMENSIONAL FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS 9

Introduction – Approximation of geometry and field variable – 3 nodded triangular elements –

Four nodded rectangular elements – Higher order elements – Generalized coordinates approach
to nodal approximations – Difficulties – Natural coordinates and coordinate transformations –
Triangular and quadrilateral elements – ISO-parametric elements – Structural mechanics
applications in 2-dimensions – Elasticity equations – Stress strain relations – Plane problems of
elasticity – Element equations – Assembly – Need for quadrature formule – Transformations to
natural coordinates – Gaussian quadrature – Example problems in plane stress, plane strain and
ax symmetric applications.

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UNIT IVDYNAMIC ANALYSIS USING FINITE ELEMENT METHOD 9

Introduction – Vibrational problems – Equations of motion based on weak form – Longitudinal

vibration of bars – Transverse vibration of beams – Consistent mass matrices – Element
equations – Solution of eigenvalue problems – Vector iteration methods – Normal modes –
Transient vibrations – Modeling of damping – Mode superposition technique – Direct integration
methods.

UNIT V APPLICATIONS IN HEAT TRANSFER & FLUID MECHANICS 9

One dimensional heat transfer element – Application to one-dimensional heat transfer problems-
Scalar variable problems in 2-Dimensions – Applications to heat transfer in 2-Dimension –
Application to problems in fluid mechanics in 2-D.

TOTAL:45

Text Books:
1. Chandrupatla T.R., and Belegundu A.D., Introduction to Finite Elements in Engineering,
Pearson Education 2002, 3rd Edition.
2. David V Hutton “Fundamentals of Finite Element Analysis”2004. McGraw-Hill Int. Ed.
3. P.Seshu, “Text Book of Finite Element Analysis”, Prentice-Hall of India Pvt. Ltd.,
New Delhi, 2007. ISBN-978-203-2315-5.

References :

1. Rao S.S., The Finite Element Method in Engineering, Pergammon Press, 1989

2. Logan D.L., A First course in the Finite Element Method, Third Edition, Thomson
Learning, 2002.
3. Robert D.Cook., David.S, Malkucs Michael E Plesha , “Concepts and Applications of
Finite Element Analysis”, 2003.
4. Ed. Wiley.Reddy J.N., An Introduction to Finite Element Method, McGraw-Hill
International Student Edition, 1985.

5. O.C.Zienkiewicz and R.L.Taylor, The Finite Element Methods, Vol.1. The basic
formulation and linear problems, Vol.1, Butterworth Heineman, 5th Edition, 2000.

6. J.N.Reddy, “An Introduction to the Finite Element Method”, McGraw-Hill

International Editions(Engineering Mechanics Series), 1993.ISBN-0-07-051355-4

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ME 2757 COMPUTATIONALFLUID DYNAMICS 3 Credits

Goal To expose the students to numerical methods and to solve complex problems
in fluid flow and heat transfer analysis using software

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the students to: The students should be able to:

1. Introduce numerical modelling and its 1. Know the equations

role in the field of heat transfer and governing fluid flow and
fluid flow. heat transfer.

2. Enable the students to understand the

2. Appreciate the tools
various discretisation methods and
available for solving the
solving methodologies.
algebraic equations.

3. Create confidence to solve complex

3. Appreciate the problems
problems in the field of heat transfer
associated with discretisation
and fluid dynamics by using high
of incompressible flow
speed computers.

4. Solve the practical problems

4. Understand the process of
associated with Fluid Flow and
converting the PDE to Heat Transfer using commercial
difference equations using software.
various discretisation
techniques.

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Basicsofcomputationalfluiddynamics–Governingequationsoffluiddynamics–Continuity,
Momentum and Energy equations – Physical boundary conditions – Time-
averagedequationsforTurbulentflow-Turbulence-Kinetic-EnergyEquations–mathematical
behaviour of PDEs on CFD: Elliptic, Parabolic and Hyperbolic equations.

UNIT IIDISCRETISATIONAND SOLUTION METHODOLOGIES 9

MethodsofDerivingtheDiscretisationEquations-TaylorSeriesformulation–Finitedifference
method – Control volume
Formulation.Solutionmethodologies:Directanditerativemethods,Thomasalgorithm,Relaxationm
ethod,
Alternating Direction Implicit method.

UNIT IIIHEAT CONDUCTION 9

Finitedifferenceandfinitevolumeformulationofsteady/transientone-dimensionalconduction
equation,Sourcetermlinearization,Incorporatingboundaryconditions,Finitevolumeformulations
for two and three dimensional conduction problems

UNIT IVCONVECTIONAND DIFFUSION 9

Finite volume formulation of steady one-dimensional convection and Diffusion problems,
Central, upwind, hybrid and power-law schemes - Discretisation equations for two
dimensional convection and diffusion.

UNIT VCALCULATION OF FLOWFIELD 9

Representation of the pressure - Gradient term and continuity equation - Staggered grid -
Momentumequations-Pressureandvelocitycorrections-Pressure-Correctionequation,SIMPLE
algorithm and its variants.Turbulence models: mixing length model,Two equation (k-ε)models.
TOTAL: 45

Text Books :

1. Versteeg,H.K,andMalalasekera,W.,AnIntroductiontoComputationalFluidDynamics:
The Finite Volume Method, Longman, 1998

2. G
hoshdastidar, P.S., Computer Simulation of flow and heat transfer, Tata McGraw - Hill
Publishing Company Ltd., 1998.

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References :

1. Patankar,S.V.,NumericalHeatTransferandFluidFlow,McGraw-Hill,1980.Ane–Books
Indian Edition.2009.
2 . Muralidhar,KandSundarajan.T.,ComputationalFluidFlowandHeatTransfer,
NarosaPublishing House, New Delhi,2nd Edition 2008.
3. Bose,T.K., Numerical Fluid Dynamics, Narosa publishing House, 1997.
4. Muralidhar,KandBiswasAdvancedEngineeringFluidMechanics,Narosa
PublishingHouse, New Delhi, 2nd Edition , 2006.
5. Anderson, J.D., Computational fluid dynamics – the basics with applications, 1995.

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AT2753 AUTOMOTIVE AERODYNAMICS 3 credits

GOAL To provide the students with basic principles of aerodynamics for the design of
vehicle body.

Objectives: Outcome:

The course should enable the student to: Upon completion , the student should be able to:

1. Understand the fundamentals of 1. Deal with various flow phenomenon related to

fluid mechanics related to vehicles. vehicles.
2. Understand the aerodynamics drag 2. Be familiar with types of drag force and be able
of cars. to analyse aerodynamic drag.
3. Learn about the shape optimization 3. Optimize various shape configurations in
of cars. automobiles.
4. Equip with the knowledge of 4. Learn in detail about vehicle handling.
vehicle handling. 5. Involve the principle of wind tunnel technology
5. Understand the principle of wind and also various measurement techniques
tunnel technology. involved in it.

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Scope, historical developments, fundamental of fluid mechanics, flow phenomenon related to

vehicles, external and Internal flow problem, resistance to vehicle motion, performance, fuel
consumption and performance potential of vehicle aerodynamics, engine cooling requirement, air
flow to passenger compartment, duct for air conditioning, cooling of transverse engine and rear
engine.
UNIT IIAERODYNAMIC DRAG OF CARS 9

Cars as a bluff body, flow field around car, drag force, types of drag force, analysis of
aerodynamic drag, drag coefficient of cars, strategies for aerodynamic development, low drag
profiles.
UNIT IIISHAPE OPTIMIZATION OF CARS 9

Front end modification, front and rear wind shield angle, boat tailing, hatch back, fast back and
square back, dust flow patterns at the rear, effects of gap configuration, effect of fasteners.
UNIT IVVEHICLE HANDLING 9

The origin of forces and moments on a vehicle, lateral stability problems, methods to calculate
forces and moments – vehicle dynamics under side winds, the effects of forces and moments,
characteristics of forces and moments, dirt accumulation on the vehicle, wind noise, drag
reduction in commercial vehicles.
UNIT VWIND TUNNELS FOR AUTOMOTIVE AERODYNAMICS 9

Introduction, principle of wind tunnel technology, limitation of simulation, stress with scale
models, full scale wind tunnels, measurement techniques, equipment and transducers, road
testing methods, numerical methods.
TOTAL: 45
Text Book:

1. Hucho.W.H. - “Aerodynamic of Road Vehicles” - Butterworths Co., Ltd., - 1997.

References:

1. A. Pope - “Wind Tunnel Testing”- John Wiley & Sons - 2nd Edition, New York - 1974.
2. Automotive Aerodynamic: Update SP-706 - SAE - 1987
3. Vehicle Aerodynamics - SP-1145 - SAE – 1996.
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AT2851 SIMULATION OF IC ENGINES 3Credits

Goal To understand combustion phenomenon inside the cylinder and its computer
simulation.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the students to The students should be able to :
:

1. Understand the C/H/N/O system,

flame temperature, the different types of 1. Know about the heat of reaction in an engine
reaction occurring in an engine, while and how the complete combustion occurring in
combustion. an engine.

2. Know about the adiabatic flame temperature

for constant volume and constant pressure
2. Understand the simulation in an SI process for combustion and the deviation
engine with fuel air as working medium. between an actual and an air standard cycle of an
IC engine.

3. Know the concept of fuel vaporization and its

3. Know about how the pressure is being effect in the performance of an engine during
getting developed in an engine. combustion and the working of an engine during
part-throttle and full throttle condition.

4. Understand the simulation of a 2 4. Know the concept of progressive combustion,

stroke engine. gas exchange process during combustion how
the computer coding is done to understand the
concept of combustion in an IC engine.

5. Understand the simulation in an CI 5. Know about the simulation in a 2 stroke engine

engine with fuel air as working medium. such as scavenging and the main difference
between an SI and CI engine, and to know about
the heat transfer and gas exchange process.

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Introduction. Heat of reaction, complete combustion in C/H/O/N Systems, Constant volume
adiabatic combustion, Constant pressure adiabatic combustion. Calculation of adiabatic flame
temperature.

UNIT II SI ENGINE SIMULATION WITH FUEL AIR AS WORKING MEDIUM 9

Deviation between actual and air standard cycles of operation- problems, SI engine simulation
with adiabatic constant volume combustion with fuel and air being considered, Calculation of
temperature drop due to fuel vaporization, Calculation of mean effective pressure, Torque and
thermal efficiency at full throttle, Part throttle and supercharged conditions.

UNIT IIIACTUAL CYCLE SIMULATION IN SI ENGINES 9

Progressive combustion; Gas exchange process, Heat transfer process, Friction. Validation of the
computer code with experimental data based on performance parameters and pressure crank
angle diagram.

UNIT IVSIMULATION OF 2-STROKE SI ENGINE 9

Simulation of the scavenging process, determination of the pressure-crank angle variation,

computation of performance parameters.

UNIT VDIESEL ENGINE SIMULATION 9

Main difference between SI and CI engine simulation, differences between ideal and actual
cycles, Zero dimensional combustion model for diesel engine, Heat transfer and gas exchange
processes. Performance prediction and comparison of results.

TOTAL: 45
Text Books:
1. Ganesan. V. - Computer Simulation of spark ignition engine process, -Universities Press
(I) Ltd, Hyderabad - 1996.
2. Ganesan. V. - Computer Simulation of compression ignition engine process -
Universities Press (I) Ltd, Hyderabad - 2000.
3. Ashley Campbel - Thermodynamic analysis of combustion engines - John Wiley and
Sons, New York - 1986.

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References :
1. Benson.R.S., Whitehouse. N.D., - Internal Combustion Engines - Pergamon Press,
oxford - 1979.
2. Ramoss.A.L., - Modelling of Internal Combusion Engines Processes - McGraw-Hill
Publishing Co., - 1992.

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AT2852 ADVANCED THEORY OF I.C. ENGINES 3 Credits

Goal To provide the students with the understanding of the significance of various
process in IC. Engines.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student to: Upon completion , the student should be able to:

1. Develop knowledge in various 1. Compare with various cycles with actual

cycles, such as otto, diesel Stirling cycles..
and brayton cycles. 2. Be familiar with combustion reactions and
2. Understand the combustion process stiochiometry.
in engines. 3. Optimize the concepts of engine simulation
3. Learn about the basic concepts of governing equations.
engine simulation. 4. Evaluate performance and emission
4. Learn advances in I.C. engines. characteristics of engines
5. Know about various electronics 5. Apply appropriate electronic system in engine to
used in engines. needs.

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UNIT ICYCLE ANALYSIS 9

Otto, Diesel, dual, Stirling and Brayton cycles, Comparison of air standard, Fuel air and actual
cycles, Simple problems on the above topics.
UNIT IICOMBUSTION 9

Combustion reactions and stoichiometry, Heat of reaction, adiabatic flame temperature in

constant pressure and constant volume systems, Fuels for internal combustion engines and their
properties, Premixed and diffusion combustion as applicable to SI and CI engines, Concepts of
burning rate and flame velocity, Fuel spray characteristics and combustion in diesel engines.
UNIT IIICOMBUSTION MODELLING 9

Basic concepts of engine simulation, Governing equations, Simulation of various engine

processes for SI and CI engines. Adiabatic flame temperature, Heat release calculations.
Thermodynamic and Fluid mechanic based models.
UNIT IVADVANCES IN IC ENGINES 9

LHR engines, Surface ignition concept and multi fuel engines, Stratified charge and lean burn
engines, Performance and emission characteristics, Merits and demerits.
UNIT VELECTRONIC ENGINE MANAGEMENT 9

Computer control of SI & CI engines for better performance and low emissions, Closed loop
control of engine parameters of fuel injection and ignition
TOTAL: 45
Text Books :

1. Ganesan .V - “IC Engines” - Tata McGraw-Hill, 2003.

2. John B. Haywodd, “Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals”, McGraw-Hill
Automotive Technology Series ISBN 0-07-1000499-8, 1988.

References :

1. Ganesan .V – „Computer Simulation of Spark Ignition Processes‟ - Universities Process

Ltd, Hyderabad - 1993.
2. Ganesan.V. – Computer Simulation of compression ignition engines – Orcent Longman
– 2000.
3. Richard Stone – “Introduction to IC Engines” – 2nd edition – Macmilan – 1992.

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3 0 03

AT2801 MODERN VEHICLE TECHNOLOGY 3 Credits

Goal At the end of the course students will be able to know The recent trends in power
plants, Noise and pollution control in automobiles, Vehicle operation and control and
Vehicle automated tracks.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the student The students should be able to:
to:
1 know about the hybrid vehicles , battery vehicles
1 Understand the trends in power and magnetic track vehicles.
plants
2 Describe the working of stratified charged/lean
burn engines and hydrogen engines and the working of
air suspension and closed loop suspension system.
2 Understand the Suspension brakes
and safety. 3 Describe the working of antiskid braking system,
regenerative braking safety cage and passenger comfort
system and the internal and external pollution control
3 Conceive the significance of through alternate fuels and power plants
emission control methods. 4. Describe the working of catalytic converters and
particulate filters, about noise pollution, measurement
and control, the computer control for pollution and noise
4. Understand the vehicle operation control for fuel economy and the working of
and control transducers, actuators and information technology for
receiving proper information and operation of the vehicle
like optimum speed and direction.
5 Understand the vehicle
5 Describe the preparation and maintenance of
automated tracks
proper road network and national highway network with
automated roads and vehicles and the working of vehicle
operation for safe and fast travel by using satellite.

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UNIT I TRENDS IN POWER PLANTS 9

Hybrid vehicles – stratified charged / lean burn engines – Hydrogen engines – batteryvehicles –
Electric propulsion with cables – magnetic track vehicles.

UNIT IISUSPENSION BRAKES AND SAFETY 9

Air suspension – Closed loop suspension – antiskid braking system, Retarders,

Regenerativebraking safety cage – air bags – crash resistance – passenger comfort

UNIT IIINOISE & POLLUTION 9

Reduction of noise – Internal & external pollution control through alternate fuels / powerplants –
Catalytic converters and filters for particulate emission.

UNIT IVVEHICLE OPERATION AND CONTROL 9

Computer control for pollution and noise control and for fuel economy – Transducers
andactuators – Information technology for receiving proper information and operation of the
vehicle likeoptimum speed and direction.

UNIT VVEHICLE AUTOMATED TRACKS 9

Preparation and maintenance of proper road network – National highway network withautomated
roads and vehicles – Satellite control of vehicle operation for safe and fast travel.

Total: 45

Text Books :

1. Heinz Heisler, “Advanced Vehicle Technology” - Arnold Publication.

References :

1. Beranek.L.L., Noise reduction, McGraw Hill Book Co., Inc., Newyork, 1993.

2. Bosch Hand Book, 3rd Edition, SAE, 1993.

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MG 2005 ENGINEERING ECONOMICS & COSTANALYSIS 3

Credits

Goal To expose the students to basic economics and cost analysis related to
engineering industries.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the students to: The students should be able to:

1. Learnaboutthebasicsofeconomicsandc 1. Understand the meaning of various terminologies

ostanalysisrelatedtoengineeringsoastot like sinking fund factor, Present worth factor,
ake economically sound decisions. capital recovery factor, And Effective Interest Rate.

2. Understand the concept of 2. Appreciate the need of replacement and

depreciation and determination of maintenance analysis.
economic life of asset.

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UNIT IINTRODUCTION TO ECONOMICS 8
Introduction to Economics- Flow in an economy, Law of supply and demand, Concept of
Engineering Economics – Engineering efficiency, Economic efficiency, Scope of engineering
economics- Element of costs, Marginal cost, Marginal Revenue, Sunk cost, Opportunity cost,
Break-evenanalysis-Vratio,ElementaryeconomicAnalysis–MaterialselectionforproductDesign
selection for a product, Process planning.

UNIT IIVALUE ENGINEERING 10

Make or buy decision, Value engineering – Function, aims, Value engineering procedure.
Interestformulaeandtheirapplications–Timevalueofmoney,Singlepaymentcompoundamount
factor, Singlepayment present worth factor, Equal payment series sinkingfund factor, Equal
paymentseriespaymentPresentworthfactor-equalpaymentseriescapitalrecoveryfactor-Uniform
gradient series annual equivalent factor, Effective interest rate, Examples in all the methods.

UNIT IIICASH FLOW 9

Methods of comparison of alternatives – present worth method (Revenue dominated cash

flowdiagram),Futureworthmethod(Revenuedominatedcashflowdiagram,costdominatedcash
flowdiagram),Annualequivalentmethod(Revenuedominatedcashflowdiagram,costdominated
cash flow diagram), rate of return method, Examples in all the methods.

UNIT IVREPLACEMENTAND MAINTENANCEANALYSIS 9

ReplacementandMaintenanceanalysis– Typesofmaintenance,typesofreplacement problem,

determination of economic life of an asset, Replacement of an asset with a newasset –
capitalrecoverywithreturnandconceptofchallengeranddefender,Simpleprobabilisticmodelfor
items which fail completely.

UNIT VDEPRECIATION 9
Depreciation- Introduction, Straight line method of depreciation, declining balance method of
depreciation-Sum of the years digits method of depreciation, sinking fund method of
depreciation/ Annuity method of depreciation, service output method of depreciation-
Evaluation of public alternatives- introduction, Examples, Inflation adjusted decisions –
procedure to adjust inflation, Examples on comparison of alternatives and determination of
economic life of asset.

Total: 45
Text Book:

1. Panneer Selvam, R, Engineering Economics, Prentice Hall of India Ltd, New Delhi, 2001.

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References:

1. Chan S.Park, Contemporary Engineering Economics, Prentice Hall of India, 3rd Edition
2008.
2. Donald.G.Newman,Jerome.P.Lavelle,EngineeringEconomicsandanalysisEngg.Press,
Texas, 2002
3. Degarmo,E.P.,Sullivan,W.GandCanada,J.R,EngineeringEconomy,Macmillan,New
York, 1984
4. Grant.E.L., Ireson.W.G., and Leavenworth, R.S, Principles of EngineeringEconomy,
5. RonaldPress,NewYork,1976.Smith,G.W.,EngineeringEconomy,LowaStatePress,Iowa,
1973.

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ME 2755 QUALITYCONTROL& 3 Credits

RELIABILITYENGINEERING

Goal To expose the students to the concepts of quality, standards followed, sampling
techniques to improve reliability.

Objectives Outcome

The course should enable the students to: The students should be able to:

1. Introduce the concept of SQC 1. Understand the attributes in

2. Understand process control and process control.
acceptance sampling procedure and 2. Appreciate the role of
their application. sampling procedure.
3. Learn the concept of reliability. 3. Understand the system
reliability.

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 UNIT I INTRODUCTIONAND PROCESS CONTROLFOR VARIABLES 10
Introduction, definition of quality, basic concept of quality, definition of SQC, benefits and
limitationofSQC,Qualityassurance,Qualitycost-Variationinprocess-factors–processcapability–
processcapabilitystudiesandsimpleproblems–Theoryofcontrolchart-usesofcontrolchart–Control
chart for variables – X chart, R chart and σchart.

UNIT II PROCESS CONTROLFORATTRIBUTES 8

Controlchartforattributes–controlchartforproportionorfractiondefectives–pchartand npchart–
controlchartfordefects–CandUcharts,Stateofcontrolandprocessoutofcontrol identification in
charts.

UNIT III ACCEPTANCE SAMPLING 9

Lot by lot sampling – types – probability of acceptance in single, double, multiple sampling
techniques–O.C.curves–producer‟sRiskandConsumer‟sRisk.AQL,LTPD,AOQLconcepts-
standard sampling plans forAQLand LTPD- uses of standard sampling plans.

UNIT IV LIFE TESTING - RELIABILITY 9

Life testing – Objective – failure data analysis, Mean failure rate, mean time to failure, mean
timebetweenfailure,hazardrate, system reliability, series,parallelandmixedconfiguration–
simpleproblems.Maintainabilityandavailability–simpleproblems. Acceptancesamplingbased on
reliability test – O.C Curves.

UNIT V QUALITYAND RELIABLITY 9

Reliabilityimprovements–techniques-useofParetoanalysis–designforreliability– redundancy
unit and standby redundancy – Optimization in reliability – Product design – Product analysis
– Product development – Product life cycles.
TOTAL: 45

Text Books :

1. Grant, Eugene .LStatistical Quality Control, McGraw-Hill, 7th Edition 2006.

2. L.S.Srinath, Reliability Engineering,Affiliated East west press, 4th Edition , 2009.

References :

1. Monohar Mahajan, Statistical Quality Control, Dhanpat Rai & Sons, 2001.
2. R.C.Gupta, Statistical Quality control, Khanna Publishers,6th Edition , 2003.
3. Besterfield D.H., Quality Control, Prentice Hall, 1993.
4. Sharma S.C., Inspection Quality Control and Reliability, Khanna Publishers, 2002.
5. Danny Samson, Manufacturing & Operations Strategy, Prentice Hall, 1991
6. Connor, P.D.T.O., Practical Reliability Engineering, John Wiley, 4th Edition , 2004.

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