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With an objective to prepare a skilled workforce in the field of civil engineering, Assam down town University offers job-oriented studies with a 4-year B.Tech in Civil Engineering. This programme deals with the design, construction, and maintenance of the physical and naturally built environment, including public works such as roads, bridges, canals, dams, airports, sewerage systems, pipelines, structural components of buildings, and railways. Over time, the university has established itself as one of the best colleges for civil engineering.
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Calculus and Linear Algebra is a fundamental course designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of essential mathematical concepts that underpin various fields of science, engineering, economics, and technology. The course seamlessly integrates the principles of calculus and linear algebra, equipping students with a strong mathematical foundation crucial for advanced studies and problem-solving in Civil Engineering courses.
This course introduces the fundamentals of mathematics. It also introduces problems based on logic and reasoning and builds the foundation for development of basic programming skills.
The course of Engineering Physics for Civil and Mechanical Engineers would give insight to understand the physics and its applications in day to day life. However to apply the basic principles wherever applicable.
The course of Workshop Practices for Civil Engineers would facilitate the development of basic skills an engineer is expected to posses to supervise construction activities like brick masonry, woodwork, concerting, welding, finishing etc. including quality control and maintenances of safety to self, coworkers and the constructed components of the building.
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The objective of this course is to familiarize the students with First order ordinary differential equations, Ordinary differential equations of higher orders, Basic probability and Basic and applied Statistics. It aims to present the students with standard concepts and tools at B.Tech first year to superior level that will provide them well towards undertaking a variety of problems in the concern discipline.
Integration of Basic Science Courses builds the foundation of engineering problems. The application of Chemistry in different Engineering areas plays an important role. The subject encompasses various theories of chemical science which are triggering in the field of energy science, metallurgy, material science and engineering, corrosion behaviour of materials, power storing devices, fuel cell and combustion etc. The subject contents are designed keeping in view of the practical applications in the development of the society.
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This course covers the properties, uses, and testing of various building materials, along with construction techniques and practices used in civil engineering. It aims to provide a foundational understanding of material selection, structural integrity, and sustainable construction methods.
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Extra-curricular activities will help the students to enhance and engage in their selected hobbies and interests. It also allows them to explore their hidden talents and develop a positive outlook towards life.
Surveying and Geomatics is a branch of engineering and applied sciences that combines mathematics, physics, and geography to accurately measure and collect spatial information about the Earth for land development, mapping, engineering, and construction. It involves the use of aerial, satellite, and terrestrial methods to measure and analyze the Earth’s surface and subsurface. Surveyors use a variety of instruments and techniques, such as, Compass, levels, and theodolites, to measure distances, angles, elevations, areas, and volumes. Surveying skills are also used to set out the boundaries of a proposed construction site, to locate buried utilities and pipes, and to provide as-built data for engineering projects such as roads and buildings. Geomatics engineers use their surveying skills to produce maps, plans, and drawings that accurately represent the features of the Earth’s surface.
Fundamental principles of mechanics; Introduction to the mechanics of def ormable bodies; Forces and Moments transmitte d by slender members; Stress- Strain; Stress-Strain Temperature relations; Torsion; stresses and deflections due to bending; Stability of equilibri um; Static failure criteria, ductile and brittle material; Dynamic failure criteria.
This course introduces fundamental concepts of electronics, including circuit theory, semiconductors, and basic electronic components, tailored for civil engineering applications. It emphasizes understanding electronic systems for infrastructure monitoring and control.
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Environmental Science is a multidisciplinary exploration of the intricate relationships between humanity and the natural world. This course provides students with a comprehensive overview of fundamental ecological principles, environmental chemistry, biodiversity conservation, and the impacts of human activities on the environment. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical applications, students delve into the complexities of pollution, resource management, and sustainable development. The course emphasizes the interconnectedness of ecological systems, aiming to cultivate an understanding of the delicate balance required for environmental harmony. By studying environmental chemistry, biodiversity, and pollution, students develop the skills needed to critically analyze and propose solutions to contemporary environmental challenges
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Surveying and Geomatics is a branch of engineering and applied sciences that combines mathematics, physics, and geography to accurately measure and collect spatial information about the Earth for land development, mapping, engineering, and construction. It involves the use of aerial, satellite, and terrestrial methods to measure and analyze the Earth’s surface and subsurface. Surveyors use a variety of instruments and techniques, such as, Compass, levels, and theodolites, to measure distances, angles, elevations, areas, and volumes. Surveying skills are also used to set out the boundaries of a proposed construction site, to locate buried utilities and pipes, and to provide as-built data for engineering projects such as roads and buildings. Geomatics engineers use their surveying skills to produce maps, plans, and drawings that accurately represent the features of the Earth’s surface.
Geotechnical Engineering encompasses the study of soil behavior, classification, and properties, enabling the design of secure foundations and stable structures. It involves assessing slope stability, earthwork design, and understanding geotechnical investigation methods for effective decision-making in construction and environmental projects.
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This course is designed to enhance the techno-professional skills of civil engineering students, focusing on advanced topics and practical applications. The course integrates theoretical knowledge with hands-on experiences to prepare students for real-world challenges in the field of civil engineering. Topics covered include, advanced construction materials, environmental sustainability, and communication skills.
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Fundamental principles of mechanics; Introduction to the mechanics of def ormable bodies; Forces and Moments transmitte d by slender members; Stress- Strain; Stress-Strain Temperature relations; Torsion; stresses and deflections due to bending; Stability of equilibri um; Static failure criteria, ductile and brittle material; Dynamic failure criteria.
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Environmental Engineering is a comprehensive course that addresses water supply, wastewater treatment, air quality control, solid waste management, and building plumbing systems. Students will explore sources of water and water quality issues, water treatment processes, sewage conveyance and treatment, air pollution quantification and control, and integrated solid waste management. Additionally, the course covers building plumbing systems and their components. Throughout the program, students will develop a deep understanding of environmental regulations, sustainable practices, and the crucial role of environmental engineers in protecting public health and the environment.
Transportation Engineering is a specialized field of civil engineering that focuses on the planning, design, operation, and maintenance of transportation systems. Students learn about traffic flow theory, transportation planning, geometric design, pavement design, and traffic management techniques. Additionally, the course covers sustainable transportation practices and emerging technologies, preparing students to address the challenges of modern transportation systems
Co-curricular refers to activities, programs, and learning experiences that complement, in some way, what students are learning in school i.e., experiences that are connected to or mirror the academic curriculum.
Extra-curricular activities will help the students to enhance and engage in their selected hobbies and interests. It also allows them to explore their hidden talents and develop a positive outlook towards life.
Explore the fascinating world of Mechanics of Materials in Civil Engineering, where you'll delve into the behavior of structural components under various loads and stresses. This course equips you with the essential knowledge to analyze and design resilient structures, ensuring their safety and longevity. Uncover the principles governing material deformation, stress distribution, and failure mechanisms, and apply this understanding to real-world engineering challenges.
The course in Structural Engineering covers essential concepts such as energy principles, stability, and equilibrium, while focusing on the strength, durability, and safety of buildings, bridges, and other structures. Students will learn to analyze and design structural systems, including concrete and steel elements, as well as explore wind and earthquake loads. The course also introduces special topics like cable structures, prestressed concrete bridges, and fire protection.
The course explores the key principles and frameworks essential for developing and executing successful entrepreneurial strategies in a dynamic business environment. Students will learn to evaluate business opportunities, identify and mitigate risks, and design sustainable growth strategies for new ventures. The course emphasizes the role of innovation, competitive advantage, and market positioning in entrepreneurship, focusing on both the challenges and opportunities faced by entrepreneurs in launching and scaling businesses.
Hydrology is a branch of geoscience concerned with the origin, distribution, movement, and properties of waters of the earth. This includes fluid flow and transport of contaminants in the subsurface environment. Past and present research focuses on a broad spectrum of hydrologic problems. These range from quantifying snow distribution and melt, rainfall and infiltration processes, floods, droughts, terminal lake responses, soil erosion, and groundwater/surface water exchanges
This course deals with how structures are built and projects are developed on the field. After completion of the course students will have an understanding of modern construction practices, construction dynamics, resources required, cost estimation, project economics and administration of construction projects.
This course will help introduce the students to various hydraulic engineerings problems like open channel flows and hydraulic machines. After the course, the student should be able to perform different types of experiments related to hydraulic engineering
Techno Professional Skills in Civil Engineering focuses on equipping students with technical and interpersonal skills, including project management, teamwork, and effective communication, crucial for success in the civil engineering field.
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This course represents a stepping stone in professional development; it is intended to aid in developing the skills needed for systematic decomposition and solution of real-world problems.
Industrial mock viva will enable the students to experience actual interview situations for any industry. It will also enable the students to get a chance to interact with industry experts.
Engineering Economics is essential for civil engineers to understand various parameters of estimation and costing for measuring quantities of construction materials using traditional methods involved in the projects/works. This course is very exhaustive and covers a wide range of topics of public sector economics, monetary, economics, economics, public finance, managerial economics engineering economics, and a brief account of the Indian economy. It further covers estimation, measurement of various work items of construction projects and costs. Detailed specifications of different structures, details of rate analysis, tenders, bids and various Acts, compensations, and arbitrations about construction projects are described in a structured form.
Engineering Economics is essential for civil engineers to understand various parameters of estimation and costing for measuring quantities of construction materials using traditional methods involved in the projects/works. This course is very exhaustive and covers a wide range of topics of public sector economics, monetary, economics, economics, public finance, managerial economics engineering economics, and a brief account of the Indian economy. It further covers estimation, measurement of various work items of construction projects and costs. Detailed specifications of different structures, details of rate analysis, tenders, bids and various Acts, compensations, and arbitrations about construction projects are described in a structured form.
The course on Pavement Materials will deal with the basic and fundamental understanding about the behavior of various materials used in the construction of pavements. Characterization, tests and engineering properties of these materials will be elaborated in context with its field application. Current practices and future trends in the area of pavement materials will be discussed. It is envisaged that this course will help in training students/engineers/faculty members in the domain of material engineering related to pavement application
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Surface water hydrology is one of the core courses in civil engineering that covers a wide range of topics related to different components, at or near earth’s surface of the global hydrological cycle. The spread of knowledge base is wide and relevant topics are multiple in this major field of study. To provide a comprehensive learning strategy, this course is sub-divided into three major modules, namely Hydrological Processes, Hydrological Analysis and Hydrological Design. The first module starts with the fundamental concept of hydrology and hydrologic cycle and its importance on earth. This module ends with an overall discussion on the importance of this subject in the context of climate change as a part of motivation. Next module focuses on different important components of the hydrologic cycle, starting with the most vital one i.e., precipitation and gradually discussing evaporation, evapotranspiration, infiltration, run-off, streamflow, flood etc. All necessary theoretical concepts of each process, their physical modelling and their real-life measuring arrangements are discussed elaborately. Necessary schematics diagrams and practical photographs are used along with illustrative examples to make the theoretical concepts clear. More real-life applications are considered in the last module in which Hydrological design concepts are developed.
Design of Steel Structures is a course that focuses on the principles of designing steel structures, covering material specifications, stability, and connection design. This course reviews fundamentals, including the Limit State Method of Design. It emphasizes the design of structural steel members in frames, trusses, and various civil engineering projects. The latest Indian Standard Code is used for the design methodology. It includes the analysis of steel frame structures for local and global buckling and material failure. Overall, the course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of steel structure design and its applications in civil engineering projects.
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Economics is an important subject to understand the different aspects of finance, and economy of a nation, organization etc. The course elaborates the basic rules of economics. It includes demand law and supply law along with various statistical techniques to analyze the real-time economic problems. It encourages the sustainable economy to grow for the socio-economic benefits.
This course offers an introduction to the history and historiography of science from ancient Greece to the present. It is designed to serve as an introduction for those who have no prior background in the field and to deepen the knowledge of those who already do. This course will focus on determining the factors that make particular works effective, understanding major
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