KERALA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

SCHEME AND SYLLABUS

FOR
M. Tech. DEGREE PROGRAMME
IN
CIVIL ENGINEERING
WITH SPECIALIZATION
COMPUTER AIDED STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
CLUSTER 05 (ERNAKULAM II)
KERALA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
CET Campus, Thiruvananthapuram
Kerala, India -695016

(2015 ADMISSION ONWARDS)

KERALA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

SCHEME AND SYLLABUS FOR M. Tech. DEGREE PROGRAMME
Branch: CIVIL ENGINEERING
Specialization: COMPUTER AIDED STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING

SEMESTER - I
ExamSl
ot.

A
B
C
D
E

Hrs / Week
Course No.

Subject

Internal
Marks

End Semester Exam

Marks

Duration
(Hrs)

Credits

05CE6001

Advanced Design of Concrete

Structures

40

60

05CE6003

Theory of Elasticity

40

60

05CE6005

Structural Dynamics

40

60

05CE6007

Prestressed Concrete

40

60

05CE601X

Elective - I

40

60

05CE6077

Research Methodology

100

05CE6091

Structural Engineering Design Studio

100

14

Total

21

Elective-I
05CE6011

Advanced Analysis of Structures

05CE6013

Computer Aided Design

05CE6015

Design of Offshore Structures

SEMESTER -II
ExamSl
ot.
A
B
C
D
E

Hrs / Week
Course No.

Subject

Internal
Marks

End Semester Exam

Marks

Duration
(Hrs)

Credits

05CE 6002

Finite Element Analysis

40

60

05CE 6004

Bridge Engineering

40

60

05CE 6006

Theory of Plates and Shells

40

60

05CE 602X

Elective II

40

60

05CE 603X

Elective - III

40

60

05CE 6066

Seminar - I

100

05CE 6088

Mini Project

100

05CE 6092

Computer Application Lab

100

11

Total

Elective-II

21

Elective-III

05CE 6022

Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures

05CE 6032

Microstructure and Innovations in

Structural Concrete

05CE 6024

Structural Reliability

05CE 6034

Engineering Fracture Mechanics

05CE 6026

Design of Substructures

05CE 6036

Structural Optimization

SEMESTER III
ExamSl
ot.
A
B

Hrs / Week
Course No.

Subject
L

Internal
Marks

End Semester Exam.

valuation Scheme (Marks)
Marks

Duration
(Hrs)

Credits

05CE 704X

Elective IV

40

60

05CE 705X

Elective V

40

60

05CE 7067

Seminar - II

100

05CE 7087

Project (Phase 1)

50

10

Total

14

SEMESTER IV
ExamSl
ot.

Hrs / Week
Course No.

05CE 7088

Subject

Project (Phase II)

Total

Internal Marks
L

21

21

Internal-70
External-30

End Semester Exam.

valuation Scheme (Marks)
Marks

Duration
(Hrs)

100

Credits

12

12

TOTAL: 68

COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

05CE 6001

ADVANCED DESIGNS OF
CONCRETE STRUCTURES

3-1-0-4

2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
The objective of this course is to make students to learn principles of Structural Design, to design
different types of structures and to detail the structures. To evaluate performance of the structures

COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to
Understand the principles of Structural Design
Design and develop analytical skills.
Summarize the principles of Structural Design and detailing
Understands the structural performance.

MODULE

COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

Yield line method of analysis of slabs: Characteristic features of yield lines

analysis by virtual work method Yield line analysis by equilibrium method,
Design of grid floor Approximate method (IS code method).

HRS

INTERNAL TEST 1(Module 1)

II

Design of continuous beams:- Redistribution of moments, Design of portal

frames. Design of building frames, Design of Pile foundation: Pile and Pile capsingle and group with friction and end bearing.

INTERNAL TEST 2(Module 2)

Design of special RC elements: Design of slender columns, Design of shear

III

walls (with and without boundary elements), Design of Deep beams, Design of

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corbels

IV

Design of flat slabs: IntroductioncomponentsIS Code recommendations IS

code method of design- with and without drop- interior and exterior panels.

END SEMESTER EXAM (ALL Modules)

REFERENCES:

1. Pippard A J S, The Analysis of Engineering Structures, Edward Arnold Publishers Ltd.

2. Krishna Raju N., Advanced Reinforced Concrete Design, CBS Publishers and distributers, New
Delhi.
3. Krishna Raju., Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures
4. Punmia,Ashok K Jain,Arun K Jain,Reinforced Concrete Vol:II.
5. P C Varghese, Limit State Design of concrete structures.
6. P C Varghese, Foundation engineering.
7. S Ramamrutham, R Narayan., Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures
8. S S Bhavikatti , "Advance R.C.C Design Vol II".
9. Rajagopalan, Design of Storage structures
10. Reynolds Handbook.
11. Relevant IS Codes.
12. Menon & Pillai Design of R.C.C. Structures
13. Bikash Chandra chattophadhyay, Joyanta maity, Foundation engineering.
14. N P Kurian, Design of Foundation Systems.

COURSE CODE
05CE 6003

COURSE NAME
THEORY OF ELASTICITY

L-T-P-C
3-1-0-4

YEAR
2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1. To introduce concept of stress and strain in three dimensional bodies along with
compatibility, equilibrium and boundary conditions.
2. To introduce the concept of plane stress, plane strain and stress function for actual
continuum problems.
3. To introduce the concept of warping and torsion in non-circular and thin-walled sections
incorporating classical theories.
4. To introduce concept of plastic stage, plastic flow and elasto-plastic analysis in
continuum problems.
5. To acquire knowledge of various failure criteria for general stress states.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to
Develop the concept of stress-strain tensors and their relationships in 3D continuum
problems.
Idealize physical problems into plane stress and plane strain problems and solve them
using stress functions.
Identify the effect of torsion in thin-walled and irregular closed/open sections.
Apply various failure criteria for general stress states at points.
MODULE

II

COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

HRS

Elasticity
Basic concepts Body forceSurface tractionStresses and strainsThree
dimensional stresses and strainsanalysistransformation equations of 3D
stresses & strainsprincipal stresses & strainsStates of stresses & strain
Equilibrium
equationsgeneralised
Hookes
LawCompatibility
ConditionsBoundary conditions.
INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)

Two dimensional stressstrain problems

Plane stress and plain strain Analysistransformation equationsstress
strain relationsequilibrium equations in Cartesian and polar co ordinates
Airys stress function Biharmonic EquilibriumSt Venants principle2D
problems in Cartesian coordinatecantilever with concentrated load at free
endCantilever with moment at free end.
INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)

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IV

Torsion
Torsion of prismatic bar General solutionWarping function approaches
St. Venants theory Membrane analogy Sand heap analogy Torsion of
Non Circular sections Torsion of multi celled thin wall open and closed
sections.
Plasticity
Introduction to plasticity General concepts Stress Strain curves
Ideal plastic body Plastic flow conditions theories of failure plastic
work Plastic potential Yield criteria Simple applications Elasto
plastic analysis for bending and torsion of bars Residual stresses.
END SEMESTER EXAM (ALL Modules)

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REFERENCES:

1. Timoshenko S P and Goodier J. N, Theory of Elasticity, Tata Mcgraw Hill

International Student Edition.
2. Johnson W and Mellor P. B, Plasticity for mechanical engineers, Van Nostrand
Company Ltd.
3. Sadhu Singh, Theory of elasticity, Khanna Publishers, Delhi.
4. Sadhu Singh, Theory of Plasticity, Khanna Publishers, Delhi.
5. Srinath L. S, Advanced mechanics of solids, Tata McGraw Hill Publishing Company
Ltd., New Delhi.
6. Arthur P Boresi & Omar M SideBottom, Advanced Mechanics of Materials, John
Wiley & Sons.
7. Sokolnikoff, Mathematical Theory of Elasticity.
8. T. G. Seetharam, L. Govinda Raju, Applied Elasticity.

COURSE CODE
05CE 6005

COURSE NAME
STRUCTURAL DYNAMICS

L-T-P-C
3-1-0-4

YEAR
2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
To provide a good understanding of the basic principles of structural dynamics. To formulate
equations of motion for continuous structures, single and multiple-degree of freedom structures
subjected to various dynamic loads. Emphasizing the relevance of damping, resonance and
lumping of mass in vibration problems. Solving dynamic problems using analytical and
approximate methods and evaluate the dynamic characteristics of the structures.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to

To understand the basic concepts of structural dynamics and relevance modeling

structures as continuous system, single or multiple degree-of-freedom systems.

To apply the principles of structural dynamics to practical problems.

Express structural dynamics problem as equivalent problems of statics.

Understand the significance of damping and resonance in structures.

MODULE

COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

Introduction
Objectives - types of dynamic problems - degree of freedom - D
Alemberts Principle - principle of virtual displacement- Hamiltons
principle.

HRS

INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)

II

Single Degree of Freedom System

Undamped and damped free and forced vibrations critical damping
over damping under damping logarithmic decrement. response to
harmonic loading evaluation of damping vibration isolation
transmissibility response to periodic forces- vibration measuring
equipments. Duhamel integral for undamped system - Response to
impulsive loads.

INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)

III

IV

Multidegree Freedom Systems and Continuous systems

Natural modes orthogonality conditions free and harmonic vibration
Free longitudinal vibration of bars and flexural vibration of beams with
different end conditions . Forced vibration:- mode superposition methodmode acceleration method

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Approximate methods for Multidegree Freedom Systems (free

vibration)Rayleighs method Dunkerleys method Stodolas method
Rayleigh Ritz method Matrix method.

END SEMESTER EXAM (ALL Modules)

REFERENCES:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

Clough & Penzien, Dynamics of Structures.

Meirovitch.L, Elements of Vibration Analysis.
W.T. Thomson , Vibration Theory and Applications.
M.Mukhopadhyay , Vibrations, Dynamics & Structural systems.
Paz Mario, Structural DynamicsTheory and Computation.
Denhartog, Mechanical vibrations.
Timoshenko, Vibration Problems in Engineering.
8. Anil K Chopra, Dynamics of structures, Pearson Education.

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COURSE CODE
05CE 6007

COURSE NAME
PRESTRESSED CONCRETE

L-T-P-C
2-1-0-3

YEAR
2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

To introduce the need for prestressing as well as the methods, types and advantages of
prestressing to the students.
To understand the basic concepts of Prestressed Concrete.
To study various devices used for Prestressing.
Students will be introduced to the behavior of prestressed concrete structures subjected to
flexure and shear.
To analysis and design the basic structural members in Prestressed concrete based on
relevant codal provisions.

To analysis and design the special structures like Prestressed Concrete Pipes, Liquid
Storage Tanks and Concrete Poles.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to

Understand the basic concepts of Prestressed Concrete, methods and its use.
Analyse, Comprehend the design and detailing of Prestressed concrete structures used in
practice

MODULE

COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

Introduction: - Basic concept of Prestressing, Analysis of prestress and

bending stress: - Stress concept, Strength concept: - Pressure line and
internal resisting couple and Load balancing concept for extreme fiber
stresses for various tendon profile. Systems of Prestressing: - Pre
tensioning and Post tensioning, Thermo elastic and Chemical prestressing.
Tensioning devises and Systems, Materials for Prestressed concrete: Need of high strength concrete and steel, Advantages of prestressed
concrete over reinforced concrete.
Losses of Prestress: - Losses of Prestress:- Stages of losses, Types of
losses in pre-tensioning and post-tensioning due to Elastic shortening,
Shrinkage, Creep, Relaxation, Anchorage Slip, Friction and Sudden
changes in temperature. Graphical method for friction loss, Methods of

HRS

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overcoming friction losses. Concept of reduction factor.

Deflection of beams: - Short term, Load deflection curve, Importance of
control of deflections, factors influencing deflections, Pre- cracking and
Post- cracking, Effect of tendon profile on deflections, Prediction of long
term (Concept only,)
INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)

II

Cracking and Failure: - Micro and visible cracking, Stresses in steel due
to loads. Failure: - Flexural failure, Shear failure, other modes of failure.
Elastic Design: - Shear and Torsional Resistance of PSC members: - shear
and Principal stresses, Ultimate shear resistance of PSC members: Section cracked and uncracked, Design for shear using IS code. PSC
members in torsion:-Pure torsion, Combined bending moment and torsion,
Combined bending moment, shear and torsion: - Codified procedures,
Design of reinforcement using IS code provision. Flexuralstrength: Simplified code procedure for bonded and unbonded symmetrical and
unsymmetrical sections. Behavior under flexure: - Codel provision for
Limit state design:-Design stress strain curve for concrete. Design of
sections for flexure: - Expressions for minimum section modulus,
Prestressing force and Eccentricity. Design: - Analytical and Graphical.
Limiting zone for prestressing force.
End blocks: - Anchorage zoneStresses, Stress distribution in end
block,Methods of investigation, Anchorage zone reinforcements, Design
(IS Code method only)

INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)

III

Design of Pretensioned and Post-Tensioned Flexural Members: Dimensioning of Flexural members, Estimation of Self Weight of Beams,
Design of Pre tensioned and Post tensioned members symmetrical about
vertical axis.
Design of Compression members (Concepts only, no design expected)
:-Design ofcompression members, with and without flexure, its application
in the design of Piles, Flag masts and similar structures.
Prestressing of statically indeterminate structures: - Advantages,
Effect, Method of achieving continuity, Primary, Secondary and Resultant
moments, Pressure line, Concept of Linear transformation, Guyons
theorem, Concordant cable profile.

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IV

Composite construction of Prestressed and in situ Concrete: - Types,

Analysis of stresses, Differential shrinkage, Flexural strength, Shear
strength, Design of composite section.
Tension members: - Load factor, Limit state of cracking, Collapse,
Design of sections for axial tension.
Design of Special Structures (concept only, no design expected):Prestressed Folded plates, Cylindrical Shells, Pipes, Circular water tanks
END SEMESTER EXAM (ALL Modules)

REFERENCES:

1. T.Y. Lin and H. Burns Ned., Design of prestressed concrete structures, John Wiley and
sons, New York.
2. N. Krishna Raju, Prestressed concrete, Tata McGraw Hill Publishing Co.Ltd.
3. BIS, IS: 1343-1980, Code of Practice for Prestressed Concrete, Bureau of Indian
standards, India.
4. R. H. Evans and E. W. Bennet, Prestressed Concrete Theory and Design, Chapman and
Hall, London.
5. N. Rajagopal, Prestressed Concrete, Narosa Publishing House, New Delhi.
6. S. Ramamrutham, Prestressed Concrete, Dhanpat Rai Publishing Company (P) Ltd.,
New Delhi.
7. Y. Guyon, Prestressed Concrete, C. R. Books Ltd., London.
8. P.W. Abeles, An Introduction to prestressed Concrete, Vol. I & II, Concrete
Publications Ltd., London.
9. H. Nilson Arthur, Design of Prestressed Concrete, 2 nd edn. John Wiley and Sons, New
York.
10. F. Leonhardt, Prestressed Concrete and Construction2 nd edn. Wilhelm Ernst and Sohn,
Berlin,Munich

COURSE CODE
05CE 6011

COURSE NAME
ADVANCED ANALYSIS OF

L-T-P-C
2-1-0-3

YEAR
2015

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STRUCTURES
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
To familiarise and review the basic concepts of structural analysis and focus on analysis of
statically and kinematically determinate and indeterminate structures especially skeletal
structures like plane trusses, beams and grids and plane frames using flexibility and stiffness
method.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to
Appreciate significance of matrix method (flexibility and stiffness methods) as a tool
foranalysing structural forms with far less computational effort.

Enable a good understanding of stiffness method and its application in commercial

softwarepackages

MODULE

COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

Matrix methods
Review of work and energy principles - Maxwell, Betti, Castigliano
theorems- principles virtual work-Classification of structuresdiscrete
structureselementsnodesdegrees of freedomstatic& kinematic
indeterminacy Stiffness methodcoordinate systemselement stiffness
matrix.

HRS

INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)

II

Element approach
Stiffness method analysis of pin jointed frames (temperature effect, lack
of fit), continuous beams (settlement of supports), rigid jointed frames and
grids.

INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)

III

Direct stiffness approach

Structure stiffness matrixassemblyequivalent joint load incorporation
of boundary conditions solutionsGauss eliminationmatrix inversion
analysis of pin jointed frames, continuous beams.

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IV

Flexibility method
ElementFlexibility
matrixtruss
elementbeam
elementforce
transformation matrix equilibriumcompatibilityanalysis of beams &
frames (rigid and pin jointed), grids.

END SEMESTER EXAM (ALL Modules)

REFERENCES:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Weaver & Gere, Matrix Analysis of Structures, East West Press.

Moshe F Rubinstein Matrix Computer Analysis of Structures Prentice Hall, 1969.
Meek J.L., Matrix Structural Analysis, McGraw Hill, 1971.
Reddy C.S., Basic Structural Analysis, Tata McGraw Hill Publishing Co.1996.
Smith J.C. Structural Analysis, Macmillian Pub.Co.1985.
Rajesekharan & Sankarasubramanian,G., Computational Structural
Mechanics,
Prentice Hall of India, 2001.
7. Mukhopadhyay M., Matrix Finite Element Computer and Structural Analysis, Oxford
& IBH, 1984.
8. Wang C.K.& Solomon C.G., Introductory Structural Analysis, McGraw Hill.1968.
9. Pezemieniecki, J.S, Theory of Matrix Structural Analysis, McGraw Hill Co.,1984.
10. Seeli F.B.& Smith J.P., Advanced Mechanics of Materials, John Wiley &Sons, 1993.
11. Norris & Wilbur, Elementary Structural Analysis, McGraw Hill.
12. Damodar Maity, Computer Analysis of Framed Structures, I K International.

COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

15

05CE 6013

COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN

2-1-0-3

2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

Calculation of distribution of forces within the structure and the displaced state of the
system forms the crux of design process.
The objective of this course is to make students to learn computer aided methods of
analysis adopted in industry for such purposes.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to

Idealize the actual structural systems, for the purpose of analysis, in the form of an
acceptable simple frame work consisting of one dimensional elements being connected at
joint locations.
Understand implementation procedures of such methods in computer programs.
Achieve Knowledge of problem solving skills using computer aided methods.

MODULE

COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

History and overview of CAD advantages of CAD over manual drafting
and design hardware requirements computers and workstation,
elements of interactive graphics, input/out put display, storage devices in
CAD, and an overview of CAD software 2D Graphics, 3D Graphics.

HRS

INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)

II

Popular CAD packages, Type of structure, Unit systems, structure

geometry and Co-ordinate systems - global co- ordinate system, Local coordinate systems Relationship between Global and Local co-ordinate
systems Edit Input-Command Formats-Text Input. Graphical Input
Generation-Concurrent Verifications- Library-Geometry-Generation
Dimensioning-loading- Analysis.

INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)

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III

IV

Construction activities:- The critical path method- Definitions of terms and

symbols- Steps in critical path scheduling- Developing a critical path
schedule - Determining free float- Determining total cost of project Manual versus Computer analysis of critical path methodsPopular
packages in Construction Management and MIS.
Information types and uses:- General application softwares- Civil
engineering packages, Project management software, advanced structural
engineering softwares, Expert systems for construction.

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END SEMESTER EXAM (ALL Modules)

REFERENCES:

1. Sujith Kumar Roy & Subrata Chakrabarty, Fundamentals of Structural Analysis,

S
Chand $ Company Ltd., New Delhi.
2. B.Sengupta & H. Guha, Construction Management and Planning, Tata Mc Graw Hill
Publishing Co. Ltd, New Dehi.
3. R.L Peurifoy, Constuction Planning, Equipment and methods, Tata Mc Graw Hill
Publishing Co. Ltd, Kogakusha.
4. Mikell P. Groover & Emroy W Zimmers,Jr, CAD/CAM Computer Aided Design and
Computer Aided Manufacturing
5. Reference Manuals of Packages.
6. L S Sreenath, CPM PERT.
7. C.S. Krishnamoorthy, S.Rajeev, A Rajaraman, Computer Aided Design Software and
Analytical Tools, Narosa Publishing House, New Delhi

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COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

05CE6015

DESIGNS OF OFFSHORE
STRUCTURES

2-1-0-3

2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
To study the concept of wave theories, wave forces and design of jacket towers, marine pipes
and cables.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to

Understand wave theory and estimate wave forces on structures

Create idealized models of different offshore structure
Do foundation analysis and dynamic analysis of offshore structures
Do the design of offshore structures

MODULE

COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

Wave Theories:Wave generation process, small and finite amplitude

wave theories.
Forces of Offshore Structures:Wind forces, wave forces on vertical,
inclined cylinders, structures current forces and use of Morison equation.

HRS

INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)

II

Subsea Soil and Offshore Structure Modeling:Different types of

offshore structures, foundation modeling, structural modeling of fixed
offshore structures like jacket & jackups.
.

INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)

III

IV

Analysis of Offshore Structures:Static method of analysis, foundation

analysis and dynamics of offshore structures Numerical examples of
jacket structures.

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Design of Offshore Structures:Design of platforms, helipads, Jacket

tower and mooring cables and pipe lines.

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END SEMESTER EXAM (ALL Modules)

REFERENCES:

1.

Chakrabarti, S.K. ,Hydrodynamics of Offshore Structures, Computational Mechanics

Publications, 1987.

2.

Thomas H. Dawson, Offshore Structural Engineering, Prentice Hall Inc Englewood

Cliffs, N.J. 1983
API, Recommended Practice for Planning, Designing and Constructing Fixed Offshore
Platforms, American Petroleum Institute Publication, RP2A, Dalls, Tex.
Wiegel, R.L., Oceanographical Engineering, Prentice Hall Inc, Englewood Cliffs,
N.J. 1964.
Brebia, C.A.Walker, S., Dynamic Analysis of Offshore Structures, Newnes
Butterworths, U.K. 1979.
Reddy, D.V. and Arockiasamy, M., Offshore Structures, Vol.1, Krieger Publishing
Company, Florida, 1991.

3.
4.
5.
6.

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COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

05CE6077

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

2-1-0-3

2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
To generate awareness about the importance, types and stages of research along with different
methods for data collection, analysis, interpretation and presentation of the results.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to understand
The significance of different types of research and its various stages.
The different methods of data collection.
Different methods for analyzing data and interpreting the results.
The proper way of reporting and presenting the outcome.

MODULE

COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

Introduction to research methodology. Types of research, research methods
Vs methodology - stages of research process. Literature review Problem
definition- Research design for exploratory, descriptive and experimental
research Brief introduction to completely randomized design,
randomized block design and Latin square designs (description only).

HRS

INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)

II

Sampling fundamentals -Types of sampling: probability and nonprobability sampling. Sampling theory, sampling distribution and sample
size determination. Tools and techniques of data collection: Questionnaire
and schedule for field surveys, interview, observation, simulation,
experimental and case study methods. Collection, recording, editing,
coding and scaling of data. Scale classification and types. Measurement of
validity, reliability and practicality.

INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)

III

Descriptive and inferential statistics - Data analysis and interpretation

testing of hypothesis, testing of population mean, variance and proportion
Z test t test F test - chi square test. Test for correlation and regression
standard error of the estimate. Testing goodness of fit.

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Meaning of interpretation and inference: importance and care for

interpreting results. Presentation of reports: popular reports and technical
reports - structure and style. Oral and written presentations: Parts of a
research report. Guidelines for writing research papers and reports
Writing different sections of a research paper Introduction, Methodology,
Results, Discussion, Conclusion, Abstract Writing the title. Methods of
giving references and appendices: referencing styles. Ethics in research.
Use of computers and internet in research.

END SEMESTER EXAM (ALL Modules)

REFERENCES:

1. C. R. Kothari, Research Methodology, Methods and techniques (New Age International

Publishers, New Delhi, 2004).
2. R. Panneerseklvam, Research Methodology (Prentice Hall of India, New Delhi, 2011).
3. Ranjit Kumar, Research Methodology, A step by step approach (Pearson Publishers, New
Delhi, 2005.
4. Management Research Methodology : K. N. Krishnaswami, Appa Iyer and M Mathirajan,
Pearson Education, Delhi, 2010
5. Hand Book of Research Methodology : M N Borse, Sree Nivas Publications, Jaipur, 2004
6. Business Research Methods: William G Zikmund, South Western Ltd, 2003
7. Research Methods in Social Science: P K Majumdar, Viva Books Pvt Ltd, New Delhi,
2005
8. Analyzing Quantitative Data: Norman Blaikie, SAGE Publications , London, 2003
9. SPSS for Windows: Pearson Education New Delhi, 2007

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COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

05CE 6091

STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
DESIGN STUDIO

0-0-2-1

2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
The objective of this course is to make students to learn the softwares for structural analysis and
design, To investigate the performance of structures for static and dynamic forces.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On completion of this course, students are able to
Achieve Knowledge of structural design
Understand the principles of structural analysis and design
Design and develop analytical skills.
Summerise the performance of structures for static and dynamic forces..
Application of Structural analysis & design software like STRAP and STAAD. The student has
to practice the packages by working out different types of problems.
STAAD & STRAP
Linear Static Analysis, design & detailing of Continuous Beams, Portal Frames, Truss (2D and
3D), Multistoried Building.
Loading: Dead Load, Live Load, Wind Load ( IS: 875 Part 1 / Part 2 / Part 3), Earth Quake Load
(IS: 1893 Part 1) and its Combinations as per codal Provisions

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COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

05CE 6002

FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS

3-1-0-4

2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1. To provide the student with knowledge and analysis skills in applying basic laws and
steps used in solving the problem by finite element method.
2. To develop ability to identify the physical problem and idealize into mathematical model
and then to finite element model.
3. To provide knowledge of various interpolation functions to solve problems by finite
element method.
4. To familiarize various finite elements existing in the finite element library.
5. To develop an ability to solve continuum problems in a realistic and effective manner
using existing software package.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to

Tackle all engineering continuum problems.

Idealize actual physical problems into mathematical model and then to a finite element
model.
Solve continuum mechanics problem using existing finite element method software
packages.
Evaluate, interpret and assess the accuracy of finite element analysis results for design
and evaluation purposes.

Extend the knowledge of the application of finite element to solve civil engineering
problems
MODULE
HRS
COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

Introduction to FEM - Historical development - Idealization of structures

-Mathematical model - General procedure of FEA - Displacement
approach.
Variational principles weighted residual approach and method of virtual
work. Derivation of equilibrium equations.

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INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)

II

Shape functions Polynomials - Lagrangian and Hermition Interpolation

Generalised coordinates Natural coordinates - Compatibility - C0 and
C1 elements - Convergence criteria - Conforming & nonconforming
elements Patch test.

INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)

III

IV

Stiffness matrix - Bar element - Beam element - Plane stress and plane
strain and axisymmetric problems -Triangular elements - Constant Strain
Triangle - Linear Strain Triangle Legrangian and Serendipity elements,
static condensation - Isoparametric elements - Numerical Integration.Gauss- Quadrature.

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General plate bending elements - Plate bending theory Kirchhoffs

theory Mindlins theory locking problems - preventive measures
reduced integration selective integration-spurious modes.

END SEMESTER EXAM (ALL Modules)

REFERENCES:

1. O C Zienkiewicz,.Finite Element Method, fifth Edition,McGraw Hill, 2002

2. R.D.Cook, Concepts and Applications of Finite Element Analysis, John Wiley & Sons.
3. C.S.Krishnamoorthy, Finite Element Analysis,Tata McGraw Hill .New Delhi,1987.
4. S.Rajasekharan, Finite Element Analysis in Engineering Design, S Chand & Co.
Ltd.1999.
5. T.Kant, Finite Element Methods in Computational Mechanics,Pergamons Press.
6. K.J.Bathe, Finite Element Procedures in Engineering Analysis.,Prentice Hall,
7. Mukhopadhyay M.,Matrix Finite Element Computer and Structural Analysis,Oxford &
IBH,1984.
8. Irving H.Shames,Energy &Finite Element Methods in Structural Mechanics.
9. Desai C.S. & Abel J.F., Introduction to Finite Element Methods, East West Press.

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COURSE CODE
COURSE NAME
05CE 6004
BRIDGE ENGINEERING
COURSE OBJECTIVES:

L-T-P-C
3-1-0-4

YEAR
2015

The objective of this course is to make students to learn principles of Structural Design,It
provides the foundation for advanced design and bridge analysis and design. To evaluate
performances of the structures.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On completion of this course, students are able to
Understand and use the basic concepts in proportioning and design of bridges in terms
of aesthetics, geographical location and functionality.
Develop an intuitive feeling about the sizing of bridge elements and the conceptual
design part
Assess the load flow mechanism and loads on bridges.
Design of bridge and its foundation starting from conceptual design, selecting suitable
bridge, geometry to sizing of its elements
MODULE
HRS
COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

II

Planning of bridges: Investigation for bridges need for investigation

selection of site economical span subsoil exploration investigation
report importance for proper investigationDesign of RCC bridges IRC
loading types of bridges components of bridges analysis and design of
slab bridges and box culvert.
INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)
Design of girder bridges: T-beam bridges Analysis and design of deck
slab,longitudinal girders and cross girdersPigeauds method Courbons
method Morice and Little method HendryJaegar method prestressed
concrete bridges( simply supported case only).
INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)

III

Bearings: importance of bearings bearings for slab bridges bearings

for girder bridgesDesign of elastomeric bearings Joints Appurtenances.
Substructure- different types- materials for piers and abutmentssubstructure design piers and abutments shallow footings well
foundation.

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IV

Construction methods: Inspection and maintenance and construction of

bridgescase studies of recently constructed major bridgescritical studies
of failure of major bridges.
Features of suspension bridges and cable stay bridges.

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END SEMESTER EXAM (ALL Modules)

REFERENCES:

1. Raina V.K (1991), Concrete Bridge Practice Analysis, design & economics, Tata Mc
GrawHill, publishing company, New Delhi.
2. Raina V.K (1988), Concrete Bridge Practice Construction Maintenance &
Rehabilitation, Tata McGrawHill, publishing company, New Delhi.
3. Victor D.J (19991), Essentials of Bridge Engineering, Oxford & IBH publishing
company, New Delhi.
4. Ponnuswami S (1993), Bridge Engineering, Tata McGrawHill, publishing company,
New Delhi.
5. Krishna Raju N (1996), Design of Bridges, TataMcGrawHill, publishing company,
New Delhi.
6. Relevant IS Codes, and IRC Codes.

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COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME
THEORIES OF PLATES AND
05CE 6006
SHELLS
COURSE OBJECTIVES:

L-T-P-C

YEAR

2-1-0-3

2015

To generate awareness about different types of plates and their solution strategy when
subjected to different types of loads and boundary conditions.
To Generate awareness about different types (and behavior) of shells and their
solution strategy when subjected to different types of loads

COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to
Classification of plates and relevant theory to be applied for their analysis
The classic theory of thin plates and apply Naviers and Levys solution to analyse
problems related to thin plates
Analysis of circular plates subjected to axis symmetric loads
The behavior of shells and apply classic theory (membrane theory and bending
theory) for analysis of simple shells.
MODULE

II

COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

HRS

Plates:-Introduction- classification of plates- thin plates and thick plates

assumptions in the theory of thin plates- Differential equation for
cylindrical bending of rectangular plates.
Pure bending of plates:- slope and curvature of slightly bent plates
relation between bending moment and curvature in pure bending stresses
acting on a plate inclined to x and y axes-Particular cases of pure bending
of rectangular plates.
INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)

Laterally loaded rectangular plates:- Small deflections of Laterally

loaded thin plates-Differential equation of plates- derivation of fourth order
differential equation -Solution techniques for fourth order differential
equation boundary conditions simply supported, built- in and free
edges.
Simply Supported rectangular plates under sinusoidal Load:- Navier
solution for simply supported plates subjected to uniformly distributed Levys solution for simply supported rectangular plates uniformly
distributed and concentrated load.

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INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)

III

IV

Circular plates polar coordinates differential equation of symmetrical

bending of laterally loaded circular plates- uniformly loaded circular plates
with clamped edges and simply supported edges circular plates loaded at
the centre.
Classical theory of Shells Structural behaviour of thin shells
Classification of shells Singly and doubly curved shells with examples
Membrane theory and bending theory of doubly curved shells.-equilibrium
equations.
Folded plates Introduction, Classification, Structural action and analysis.

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END SEMESTER EXAM (ALL Modules)

REFERENCES:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

Lloyd Hamilton Donnell, Beams, plates and shells, Mc Graw Hill, New York.
S.P Timoshenko, S.W Krieger, Theory of plates and shells, Mc Graw Hill.
Owen F Hughes, Ship structural design, John Wiley & Sons, New York, 1983.
William Muckle, Strength of ship structures, Edqward Arnold Ltd, London, 1967.
Goloenveizen, Theory of elastic thin shells, Pergaman press, 1961.
J Ramachandran, Thin shell theory and problems, Universities press.
Krishna Raju N., Advanced Reinforced Concrete Design, CBS Publishers and
distributers, New Delhi.
8. G.S Ramaswamy, Design and Construction of Concrete Shell Roofs, Tata- McGraw
Hill Book Co. Ltd.,

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COURSE CODE
05CE 6022

COURSE NAME

EARTHQUAKE RESISTANT
DESIGN OF STRUCTURES
COURSE OBJECTIVES:

L-T-P-C

YEAR

2-1-0-3

2015

To understand the principles of engineering seismology.

To provide an idea about earthquakes and its effects on structures.
To introduce the basic concepts of earthquake resistant design.
To study IS code provisions for the analysis, design and detailing of earthquake resistant
structures.
To study the methods for improving the performance of buildings during earthquakes.
To learn different techniques to reduce earthquake effects and damage to the structures.
The students will get an idea about the concepts of repair and rehabilitation of earthquake
affected structures and apply practically.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to
The student will understand the basic concepts and its importance on the design of seismic
resistant structures.
Select appropriate structural systems, configurations and proportions so as to resist
earthquake effects.
Do the design and detailing of structures for seismic resistance as per Indian Standards
and for ductile behavior as per codal provisions.
Understand detailing of RCC and steel members
Summarize the Seismic evaluation and retrofitting of structures.
Awareness about disaster management due to earthquakes.
MODULE
HRS
COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

Seismic Hazards:-Need of special emphasis to earthquake engineering,

Ground shaking, structural hazards, Liquefaction, Lateral spreading,
Landslides, Life line hazards, Tsunami and Seiche hazards.
The Earth And its Interior: - The Circulation, Continental drift, Plate
tectonics, Plate boundaries, Faults and its geometry.
The Earthquake: - Elastic rebound theory, Terminology like hypocenter,
epicenter and related distances.
Seismic Waves: - Terminology, Body waves: - P- waves and S- waves,
Surface waves: Love waves and Rayleigh waves. Calculation of wave
velocity, measuring instruments, locating epicenter of earthquakes
numerically from traces and wave velocity.

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Earthquake Size: - Intensity RF, MMI, JMA and MSK. Comparison of

above. Magnitude Local magnitude, Calculation (Analytically and
graphically), Limitations, Surface wave magnitudes, Moment magnitudes
and its Calculation, Saturation of magnitude scales.

II

III

IV

INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)

Earthquake Ground Motion: - Parameters: - Amplitude, Frequency and
duration. Calculation of duration from traces and energy.
Response Spectra: - Concept, Design Spectra and normalized spectra,
Attenuation and Earthquake Occurrence. Guttenberg- Richter Law.
Concept of Earthquake Resistant Design: - Objectives, Design
Philosophy, Limit states, Inertia forces in Structure. Response of Structures
Effect of deformations in structure, Lateral Strength, Stiffness, Damping
and ductility.
Floor diaphragms: -Flexible and rigid, Effect of inplane and out of plane
loading, Numerical example for lateral load distribution
Torsion and Twists in Buildings: - Causes, Effects, Centre of mass and
rigidity.Torsionally coupled and uncoupled system, Lateral load
distribution, Numerical example based on IS code recommendation.
Building Configurations: - Size of Building, Horizontal and Vertical
layout, Vertical irregularities, Adjacency of Building, Open-ground storey
and soft storey, short columns. Effect of shear wall on Buildings.
INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)
R.C.C for Earthquake Resistant Structures: - How to make buildings
ductile, Concept of capacity design, Strong Column weak beam. Ductile
design and detailing of beams and shear walls. Calculation of Base shear
and its distribution by using codel provision. Detailing of columns and
Beam joints. Performance of R.C.C. Building. Ductiledetailing:-Study of
IS: 13920-1993.
Repair: - Methods, Materials and retrofitting techniques.
Earthquakes in India: - Past earthquakes in India an overview, Behaviour
of buildings and structures during past earthquakes and lessons learnt from
that.
Seismic Code: - Provisions of IS: 1893-2002.
Masonry Buildings:- Performance during earthquakes, Methods of
improving performance of masonry walls, box action, influence of
openings, role of horizontal and vertical bands, rocking of masonry piers.
Reduction of Earthquake Effects: - Base Isolation and dampers; Dos
and Donts During and after Earthquake.

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END SEMESTER EXAM (ALL Modules)

REFERENCES:

1. Bruce A. Bolt, Earth quakes, W.H. Freeman and Company, New York
2. Pankaj Agarwal and Manish Shrikhande, Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures,
Prentice Hall of India Private Limited, New Delhi, India.
3. Steven L. Kramer, Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering, Pearson Education, India.
4. S. K. Duggal, Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures, Oxford University Press,
New Delhi.
5. Murthy C. V. R, Earthquake tips, Building Materials and Technology Promotion
Council, NewDelhi, India.
6. Pauly. T and Priestley M.J.N , Seismic Design of Reinforced Concrete and
Masonry Buildings, John Wiley and sons Inc.
7. David A Fanella, Seismic detailing of Concrete Buildings, Portland Cement
Association, Illinois.
8. Repair and Strengthening of Reinforced Concrete, Stone and Brick Masonry
Buildings, United Nations Industrial Development Organization, Vienna.
9. BIS, IS: 1893(Part 1)-2002 and IS : 13920-1993, Bureau of Indian Standards.
10. Anil K. Chopra, Dynamics of Structures,. Pearson Education, India.
Kamalesh Kumar, Basic Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering,

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COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

05CE 6024

STRUCTURAL RELIABILITY

2-1-0-3

2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

Assessment of safety of structures is a very important task of structural engineers.

The action and response are subjected to statistical variations and are probabilistic.
The primary objective of this course is to learn different methods of evaluation of
safety taking into account the variation of design parameters.
To familiarise the structure and properties of the individual components of concrete
and their relationship to each other.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to

MODULE
I

Understand the concepts and techniques of reliability and probability distributions.

Define safety format or failure surface for a given actions and response along with
their statistics.
Compute reliability index, for the given design details
Arrive at mean value of a dominant design parameter for the target reliability index.
Use simulation techniques to arrive at the statistics of design variables
Identify the structure property relationships.
COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)
Concepts of structural safety:-Basic
reduction-histograms-sample correlation.

HRS

statistics:-Introduction-data
9

INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)

II

Probability theory, resistance distribution and parameters:Introduction- statistics of properties of concrete and steel, statistics of
strength of bricks and mortar, dimensional variations-characterisation of
variables of compressive strength of concrete in structures and yield
strength of concrete in structures and yield strength of steel allowable
stresses based on specified reliability.

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INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)

Probabilistic analysis of loads: - Gravity load-introduction-load as a
stochastic process. Wind load-introduction-wind speed-return periodestimation of lifetime wind speed-probability model of wind load.
Basic structural reliability: - Introduction-computation of structural
reliability. Monte carlo study of structural safety and applications.

III

Level-2 Reliability method: - Introduction-basic variables and failure

surface-first order second moment methods like Hasofer and Linds
method-nonnormal distributions-determination of B for present designcorrelated variables

IV

10

END SEMESTER EXAM (ALL Modules)

REFERENCES:

1. Nobrert Llyd Enrick, Quality control and reliability, Industrial press New York.
2. A K Govil, Reliability engineering, Tata Mc Graw Hill, New Delhi.
3. Alexander M Mood, Introduction to the theory of statistics, Mc Graw Hill, Kogakusha
Ltd.
4. Ranganathan, Reliability of structures.
Kamalesh Kumar, Basic Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering,

COURSE CODE
05CE 6026

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

DESIGNS OF
SUBSTRUCTURES

2-1-0-3

2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

To make students to learn principles of subsoil exploration.

To design the sub structures.

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To evaluate the soil shear strength parameters.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to
Achieve Knowledge of design and development of problem solving skills.
Understand the principles of subsoil exploration.
Design and develop analytical skills.
Identify and evaluate the soil shear strength parameter.
Understand the concepts of Settlement analysis.

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MODULE

II

III

IV

COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

HRS

Substructures
Definition and Purpose Design principles Design loads Permissible
settlements Considerations in seismic design of sub structures.
Raft Foundations
Types of raft Bearing capacity and settlement of rafts Beams on elastic
foundation Methods of design of rafts.
INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)

Pile Foundations
Load capacity of single piles Static and dynamic formulae Pile load
tests Cyclic pile load tests Laterally loaded piles.
Pile groups Group Efficiency Design of pile groups Settlement of
single and pile groups in clays and sands Negative skin friction on single
and pile groups.
INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)

Pier Foundations ypes of piers and Uses Allowable bearing capacity

Design and construction of Piers Settlement of Piers.
Well Foundations Types Construction of Wells Failures and
Remedies Bearing capacity Design of well foundations Lateral stability
sinking of wells.

10

Substructures in Expansive soils

Characteristics of Expansive soils Foundation problems Foundation
alternatives Methods of Foundations Design and Construction of under
reamed piles.

END SEMESTER EXAM (ALL Modules)

REFERENCES:

1. J.E.Bowles, Foundation Analysis and Design, Mc. Graw Hill Publishing Co., New York
2. Tomlinson, Pile Design and Construction Practice, A View Point Publication.
3. Swami Saran, Design of Substructures, Oxford & IBH publishers, New Delhi.
4. W.C. Teng, Foundation Design, Prentice Hall of India, New Delhi .
5. Ninan P. Kurian Modern Foundations.
6. Lamb & Whileman Soil Mechanics.

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COURSE CODE

05CE 6032

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

MICROSTRUCTURE AND
INNOVATIONS IN
STRUCTURAL CONCRETE

2-1-0-3

2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

To familiarise the structure and properties of the individual components of concrete

and their relationship to each other.
Attempt to overcome the deficiencies of normal concrete by introducing self
compacting concrete.
To ascertain the performance of concrete subjected to elevated temperatures during a
fire hazard.
Acquaint the role of supplementary cementitious material in the production of
concrete.

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 Characterisation methods of cementitious compounds.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to

Identify the structure property relationships.

Perform mix design and specify the self-compacting concrete.
Predict the reduction in the properties of concrete exposed to higher temperatures.
Familiarise various supplementary cementitious materials, pozzolanic reactions,
advantages and popularization.
Interpret XRD patterns, SEM images and TGA curves.

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MODULE

COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

The Structure of Concrete: - Significance and Complexities, Structure of
aggregate phase, Structure of hydrated cement paste, Solids in hydrated
cement paste, Voids in hydrated cement paste and Water in hydrated
cement paste.
Structure property relationships in hydrated cement paste:-Strength,
Dimensional stability and Durability.
Transition zone in concrete: - Significance oftransition zone, Structure of
transition zone, Strength of transition zone and Influence of transition zone
on properties of concrete.

HRS

INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)

II

III

IV

Self-compacting Concrete:- Introduction, Definition and terms like

Addition, Admixture, Binder, Filling ability, Fines (Powder), Flowability,
Fluidity, Passing ability, Robustness, Segregation resistance, Slump-flow,
Thixotrophy, Viscosity modifying admixture, Constituent materials, Mix
design, Test methods and Conformation.
Engineering Properties:- Compressive strength, Tensile strength,
Modulus of elasticity, Creep, Shrinkage, Coefficient of thermal expansion,
Bond to reinforcement, Shear force capacity, Fire resistance and durability.
Requirements:-Basic andAdditional requirements and Requirements in
fresh state, Consistence classification, Slump flow, Viscosity, Passing
ability and Segregation resistance.
INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)
Effect of Temperature on Properties of Concrete:- Different approaches
for testing-Stressed, Unstressed and Unstressed residual tests.
Important material properties of concrete under temperature:Thermal Expansion, Thermal Conductivity, Thermal Capacity and
Thermal Diffusivity, Modulus of Elasticity, Poissons Ratio, Stress-Strain
Relationship, Creep Deformation and Strength; Spalling of concrete;
Influence of aggregate type.
Supplementary Cementitious Materials:-Different materials, Pozzolanic
reaction.
Characterization of Concrete (Concept Only):- X-Ray Diffraction
Analysis (XRD):-Introduction, Basic Principle, Identification of Major
Phases Present in Cement/Clinker, Sample Preparation and X-Ray
Diffractometry in Concrete, Hydrated Cement Paste, Aggregate Interface.
Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) Analysis: Introduction of
Scanning Electron Microscopy, Specimen Preparation, Concrete under the

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SEM, Mineral Admixtures in Concrete.

Thermo Gravimetric Analysis (TGA): - Introduction, Interpreting TGA
Curves related to Concrete.

END SEMESTER EXAM (ALL Modules)

REFERENCES:

1. 1. P. Kumar Mehta and Paulo J. M. Monteiro, Concrete, Microstructure, Properties and

Materials Indian Concrete Institute, Chennai.
2. J. Thomas, "Concrete Technology", Cengage India, 2015.
3. J.A. Purkiss, Fire Safety Engineering Butterworth-Heinemann.
4. E.G. Butcher and A.C. Parnell, Designing for Fire Safety John Wiley and Sons.
5. E.E. Smith and T.Z. Harmathy, Design Buildings for Fire Safety ASTM Special
Technical Publication 685, A Symposium Sponsored by ASTM Committee EQ5 on Fire
Standards.
6. A.M. Neville, Properties of Concrete Addison Wesley Longman Limited, England.
7. A.M. Neville and J.J. Brooks, Concrete Technology Pearson Education, Asia.
8. P.C. Varghese, Advanced Reinforced Concrete Design PHI Learning Private Limited,
New Delhi.
9. EFNARC, The European Guidelines for Self-Compacting Concrete, Specification,
Production and Use EFNARC-2005, UK.
10. P.J.M. Bartos, M. Sonebi and A.K. Tamimi, Workability and Rheology of Fresh
Concrete: Compendium of Tests RILEM Publications S.A.R.L,France.
11. V.S. Ramachandran and James J., Handbook of Analytical Techniques in Concrete
Science and Technology, Principles, Techniques and Applications William Andrew
Publishing, U.S.A.
12. George Widmann, Interpreting TGA Curves User Com.
13. Jain, V. K., Fire Safety in Buildings, New Age International (P) Ltd., New Delhi.

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COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

05CE 6034

ENGINEERING FRACTURE
MECHANICS

2-1-0-3

2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
The objective of this course is to introduce the mathematical and physical principles of
fracture mechanics and their applications to engineering design.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to

To compute the stress intensity factor, strain energy release rate, and the stress and
strain fields around a crack tip for linear and non linear materials.
Know experimental methods to determine the fracture toughness
Use the design principle of materials and structures using fracture mechanics
approaches

MODULE

COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

Introduction: Significance of fracture mechanics, Griffith energy

balance approach, Irwins modification to the Griffith theory, Stress
intensity approach, Crack tip plasticity, Fracture toughness, subcritical
crack growth, Influence of material behaviour, I, II & III modes, Mixed
mode problems. Linear Elastic Fracture Mechanics (LEFM): Elastic
stress field approach, Mode I elastic stress field equations, Expressions for
stresses and strains in the crack tip region, Finite specimen width,
Superposition of stress intensity factors (SIF), SIF solutions for wellknown
problems such as centre cracked plate, single edge notched plate and
embedded elliptical cracks.

HRS

40

INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)

II

Crack tip plasticity: Irwin plastic zone size, Dugdale approach, Shape of
plastic zone, State of stress in the crack tip region, Influence of stress state
on fracture behaviour. Energy Balance Approach: Griffith energy
balance approach, Relations for practical use, Determination of SIF from
compliance, Slow stable crack growth and Rcurve concept, Description of
crack resistance. LEFM Testing: Plane strain and plane stress fracture
toughness testing, Determination of Rcurves, Effects of yield strength and
specimen thickness on fracture toughness, Practical use of fracture
toughness and Rcurve data.

INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)

III

Elastic plastic fracture mechanics (EPFM): Development of EPFM, J

integral, Crackopening displacement (COD) approach, COD design curve,
Relation between J and COD, Tearing modulus concept, Standard JIc test
and COD test. Fatigue Crack Growth: Description of fatigue crack
growth using stress intensity factor, Effects of stress ratio and crack tip
plasticity crack closure, Prediction of fatigue crackgrowth under constant
amplitude and variable amplitude loading, Fatigue crack growth from
notches the short crack problem.

10

IV

Sustained load fracture: Timetofailure (TTF) tests, Crack growth rate

testing, Experimental problems, Method of predicting failure of a structural
component, Practical significance of sustained load fracture testing.
Practical Problems: Through cracks emanating from holes, Corner
cracks at holes, Cracks approaching holes, fracture toughness of
weldments, Service failure analysis, applications in pressure vessels,
pipelines and stiffened sheet structures.

END SEMESTER EXAM (ALL Modules)

REFERENCES:

1. Ewalds, H.L. & Wanhill, R.J.H., Fracture Mechanics Edward Arnold

2. David Broek, Elementary Engineering Fracture Mechanics, Sijthoff and Noordhaff,
Alphen Aan Den Rijn, The Netherlands.
3. Ed L. Elfgren and S.P. Shah, Analysis of Concrete Structure by Fracture Mechanics,
Proc of Rilem Workshop, Chapman and Hall, London.
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COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

05CE 6036

STRUCTURAL OPTIMIZATION

2-1-0-3

2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

To provide an engineering view of optimization as a tool for design.

The course will also concentrate on the mathematical and numerical techniques of
optimization as applied to structural engineering problems.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to
Understand the need and concepts of design optimization.
To use conventional and modern optimization methods in structural applications.
MODULE

II

COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

Introduction Problem formulation with examples; Single Variable
Unconstrained Optimisation Techniques Optimality Criteria; Bracketing
methods Unrestricted search, Exhaustive search; Region Elimination
methods:Interval Halving methods, Dichotomous search, Fibonacci
method, Golden section method; Interpolation methodsQuadratic
Interpolation method, Cubic Interpolation method; Gradient Based
methods NewtonRaphson method, Secant method, Bisection method.
INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)
Multi Variable Unconstrained Optimisation Techniques Optimality
Criteria; Unidirectional Search ; Direct Search methods Random search,
Grid search, Univariate method, Hookes and Jeeves pattern search
method, Powells conjugate direction method, Simplex method; Gradient
based methodsCauchys (Steepest descent) method, Conjugate gradient
(FletcherReeves) method, Newtons method, Variable metric

HRS

42

(DFP)method, BFGS method.

INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)

III

IV

Constrained Optimisation Techniques;Classical methods Direct

substitution method, Constrained variation method, method of Lagrange
multipliers, KuhnTucker conditions. Linear programming problem:
Standard form, Simplex method; Indirect methods Elimination of
constraints, Transformation techniques, and Penalty function
method;Direct methods Zoutendijks method of feasible direction,
Rosens gradient Projection method.
Specialized Optimisation techniques Dynamic programming, Geometric
programming, Genetic Algorithms.

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END SEMESTER EXAM (ALL Modules)

REFERENCES:

1. Rao S. S., Engineering Optimisation Theory and Practice, New Age International.
2. Deb, K., Optimisation for Engineering Design Algorithms and examples, Prentice
Hall.
3. Kirsch U., Optimum Structural Design, McGraw Hill.
4. Arora J S. Introduction to Optimum Design, McGraw Hill
5. Rajeev S and Krishnamoorthy C. S., Discrete Optimisation of Structures using
Genetic Algorithms, Journal of Structural Engineering, Vol. 118, No. 5, 1992, 1223
1250.

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COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

05CE 6066

SEMINAR - I

0-0-2-2

2015

Each student is required to present a technical paper on a subject approved by the

department. The paper should be on a recent advancement/trend in the field of structural
engineering. He/she shall submit a report of the paper presented to the department.

COURSE CODE
05CE 6088

COURSE NAME
MINI PROJECT

L-T-P-C

YEAR

0-0-4-2

2015

The mini project is designed to develop practical ability and knowledge about practical
problems related to the industry. Students can take up any structural project pertaining to
relevance in the field of structural engineering. Projects can be chosen either from the list
provided by the faculty or in the field of interest of the student. For external projects, students
should obtain prior permission after submitting the details of the guide and synopsis of the work.
The external project guide should have a minimum qualification of ME/M.Tech in structural or
related fields. At the end of each phase, presentation of the project should be conducted, which
will be evaluated by a panel of examiners. A detailed project report duly approved by the guide
in the prescribed format should be submitted for end semester assessment. Marks will be
awarded based on the report and their performance during presentations.

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COURSE CODE
05CE 6092

COURSE NAME
COMPUTER APPLICATION LAB

L-T-P-C

YEAR

0-0-2-1

2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
In professional design scenario, it is very important to use industry and research standard
softwares in a proficient manner besides knowing the theoretical concepts of structural analysis.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to
Achieve Knowledge of analysis and development of programming skills
Use industry and research standard software in a professional set up.
Understand the elements of finite element modelling, specification of loads and boundary
condition, performing analysis and interpretation of results for final design

Application of SAP 2000, ANSYS and NISA in modeling, simulation and analysis of structural
components using the concepts given in theory papers. The student has to practice the packages
by working out different types of problems mentioned below.
SAP 2000
Linear Static Analysis of Continuous Beams, Portal Frames, Truss (2D and 3D), Multistoried
Building.
Loading : Dead Load, Live Load, Wind Load ( IS: 875 Part 1 / Part 2 / Part 3), Earth Quake
Load (IS: 1893 Part 1) and its Combinations as per codal Provisions
ANSYS and NISA
Linear Static Analysis of Continuous Beams, Portal Frames, Truss (2D and 3D), Plates (Plane
Stress and Plane Strain)

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COURSE CODE

05CE 7041

COURSE NAME

STRUCTURAL
STABILITY

L-T-P-C

YEAR

2-1-0-3

2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
To impart a thorough foundation on the behaviour structural members undergoing form failure
with emphasis on buckling in the elastic range. To give theoretical background on buckling of
skeletal structures like columns, beam columns, portal frames and rigid members. Introduce the
available analytical and numerical solution techniques to stability problems with
variousgeometries, loading and boundary conditions. To provide an understanding of buckling
phenomena in plates under inplane and transverse loading. Integration of finite element method
for buckling analysis of beams and plates.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to
Appreciate and Understand the principles of strength and stability

MODULE

To understand the behaviour of basic structural components and plates susceptible to

instability and apply stability concepts for solving diverse problems in civil
engineering.
Appreciate the relevance of the finite element approach in stability analysis
COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)
Introduction to stability analysis:Stable, unstable and neutral
equilibriumStability Criteria. Fourth order Elastica large deflection of
bars differential equation for generalized bending problemselastic
instability of columnsEulers theoryassumptionslimitations. Energy

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principles.

II

III

IV

INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)

General treatment of column:- Stability problem as an Eigen value
problemvarious modes of failure for various end conditions both ends
hingedboth ends fixedone end fixed other end free one end fixed other
end hingedEnergy approachRayleigh RitzGalarkins method.
INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)
Beam column:beam column equationsolution of differential equation
for various lateral loadsudl and concentrated loads Energy method
solutions for various end conditionsbottom fixed bottom hinged
horizontal compression members, buckling of frames.
Stability of plates: inplane and lateral loads boundary conditions
critical buckling pressureaspect ratio
Finite element application to stability analysis finite element stability
analysiselement stiffness matrix geometric stiffness matrixderivation of
element stiffness matrix and geometric stiffness matrix for a beam element.
END SEMESTER EXAM (All Modules)

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REFERENCES:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

Ziegler H, Principles of structural stability, Blarsdell, Wallham, Mass, 1963.

Thompson J M, G W Hunt, General stability of elastic stability, Wiley,New York.
Timoshenko, Gere, Theory of elastic stability, Mc Graw Hill, New York.
Don O Brush, B O O Almorth, Buckling of Bars, plates and shells,
Cox H L, The buckling of plates and shells, Macmillam, New York, 1963.
O C Zienkiewicz ,.Finite Element Method,fourth Edition,McGraw Hill,
R.D.Cook, Concepts and Applications of Finite Element Analysis, JohnWiley &Sons.

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COURSE CODE

05CE 7043

COURSE NAME

ADVANCED STEEL
STRUCTURES

L-T-P-C

YEAR

2-1-0-3

2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

This course covers the advanced principles of the design of hot-rolled and coldformed steel structural members.
Reference is made to the IS 800 and 811 standards, explaining the underlying theory
for the provisions in these standards.
The objectives are to provide students with advanced knowledge of steel structural
design and confidence to apply the underlying principles to solve a wide range of
structural steel problems.
To provide an engineering view of optimization as a tool for design.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to
Understand different types of loading with respect to structural parameters.
Analysis and design of different types of structures.
Application of IS code & SP code for detailing and drafting of different structural
components.
Understand the background to the design provisions for hot-rolled and cold-formed
steel
structures, including the main differences between them.
Proficiency in applying the provisions for design of columns, beams, beam-columns.
Design structural sections for adequate fire resistance.

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MODULE
I

II

COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

Design of members subjected to lateral loads and axial loads Principles
of analysis and design of Industrial buildings and bents Crane gantry
girders and crane columns Bracing of industrial buildings and bents.
INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)
Analysis and design of steel towers, trestles and masts Design of
industrial stacks Self supporting and guyed stacks lined and unlined
Stresses due to wind and earthquake forces Design of foundations.

HRS

INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)

III

IV

Introduction Shape factors Moment redistribution Static, Kinematic

and uniqueness theorems Combined mechanisms Analysis Portal
frames. Method of plastic moment distribution Connections, moment
resisting connections.

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Design of light gauge sections Types of cross sections Local buckling

and post buckling Design of compression and Tension members Beams
Deflection of beams Combined stresses and connections.
Types of connections, Design of framed beam connections, Seated beam
connection, Unstiffened, Stiffened Seat connections, Continuous beam to
beam connections and continuous beamtocolumn connection both
welded and bolted.

END SEMESTER EXAM (All Modules)

REFERENCES:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

Punmia B.C, Comprehensive Deign of Steel structures, Laxmi publications Ltd, 2000.
Arya, A.S, Design of Steel Structures, Newchand & bros, Roorkee, 1982
Ram Chandra, Design of Steel Structures II, Standard Book House, Delhi.
Dayaratnam, Design of steel structures.
Rajagopalan, Design of Storage structures.
Baker, Steel skeleton.
S.K.Duggal , Design of Steel Structures, McGraw Hill.
Lynn S.Beedle, Plastic Analysis of steel frames.

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9.

Relevant IS Codes.

COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

05CE 7045

MAINTENANCE AND
REHABILITATION OF
STRUCTURES

2-1-0-3

2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

This course is to make students to investigate the cause of deterioration of concrete

structures.
To strategies different repair and rehabilitation of structures.
To evaluate the performance of the materials for repair.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to

Understand the cause of deterioration of concrete structures.

Design and develop analytical skills.
Summarize the principles of repair and rehabilitation of structures.
Understands the concept of Serviceability and Durability.

MODULE

COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

General:Quality assurance for concrete construction as built concrete

properties strength, permeability, thermal properties and cracking.
Influence on servicebility and durability:Effects due to climate,
temperature, chemicals, wear and erosion, Design and construction errors,
corrosion mechanism, Effects of cover thickness and cracking, methods of
corrosion protection, corrosion inhibitors, corrosion resistant steels,

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coatings, cathodic protection.

II

INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)

Maintenance and repair strategies: Definitions : Maintenance, repair
and rehabilitation, Facets of Maintenance importance of Maintenance,
Preventive measures on various aspects Inspection, Assessment procedure
for evaluating a damaged structure, causes of deterioration , testing
techniques.

INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)

III

IV

Materials for repair: Special concretes and mortar, concrete chemicals,

special elements for accelerated strength gain, Expansive cement, polymer
concrete, sulphur infiltrated concrete, ferro cement, Fibre reinforced
concrete.
Techniques for repair: Rust eliminators and polymers coating for rebars
during repair foamed concrete, mortar and dry pack, vacuum concrete,
Gunite and Shotcrete Epoxy injection, Mortar repair for cracks, shoring
and underpinning.
Examples of repair to structures:Repairs to overcome low member
strength, Deflection, Cracking, Chemical disruption, weathering wear, fire,
leakage, marine exposurecase studies.
END SEMESTER EXAM (All Modules)

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REFERENCES:
1. Denison Campbell, Allen and Harold Roper, Concrete Structures , Materials,
Maintenance and Repair,Longman Scientific and Technical UK, 1991.
2. R.T.Allen and S.C.Edwards, Repair of Concrete Structures , Blakie and Sons, UK,
1987.
3. M.S.Shetty, Concrete Technology Theory and Practice , S.Chand and Company,
New Delhi, 1992.
4. Santhakumar, A.R., " Training Course notes on Damage Assessment and repair in Low
Cost Housing "," RHDCNBO " Anna University, July, 1992.
5. Raikar, R.N., Learning from failures Deficiencies in Design ", Construction and
Service R & D Centre (SDCPL), Raikar Bhavan, Bombay, 1987.

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COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

05CE 7051

NUMERICAL METHODS IN
STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING

2-1-0-3

2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
The purpose of numerical analysis is two-fold:
(1) To find acceptable approximate solutions when exact solutions are either impossible or as
arduous and time-consuming as to be impractical, and (2) To devise alternate methods of
solution better suited to the capabilities of computers.

Define and perform Gaussian elimination to solve a linear system and Identify pitfalls
of Gaussian elimination.
Demonstrate the relative performance of Newton-Raphson and Modified NewtonRaphsons methods.
Derive and apply the trapezoidal rule and Simpsons rule of integration and
Distinguish Simpsons method from the trapezoidal rule.
Introduce students to the area of numerical methods and illustrate the far reaching
nature and usefulness of these methods for structural engineering applications.
An appreciation of the application of numerical methods to "real world" problems in
the analysis of structural engineering.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to

Understand various computational methods available to solve practical problems.

Enhance the capacity to select the most appropriate techniques for tackling problems
in structural engineering.

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Select from alternative methods the one method that is most appropriate for a specific
problem.
Inculcate an ability to solve numerically many types of problems such as Roots of
equations, Systems of linear simultaneous equations, Numerical Differentiation and
integration, Eigen value problems etc., applied in structural engineering.

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MODULE

COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

HRS

Solution of Linear and Non-linear equations:-Linear system of

equations:- Gaussian Elimination, Choleskys method and Choleskys
Decomposition method-Numerical examples. Non linear system of
equations:- Newton-Raphsons method for single and multiples variables,
Limitations. Modified-Newton Raphsons methods-Numerical examples.
I

Solution Techniques for Eigen Value Problems:-Eigen value problems

in structural engineering, Solution by characteristics polynomialNumerical examples.

Storage schemes - Semi band and Skyline storage schemes, Sub-Structure

Method of Analysis (Methods and Concept only).

II

INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)

Numerical Integration:-Trapezoidal and Simpsons Rule for Areas,
Trapezoidal Rule for Volumes- Related problems. Newmarks Method: Equivalent Loads, Newmarks Procedure, Application of Newmarks
method for the, slope and deflection of beams (Simply supported,
Cantilever and Over hanging) having uniform and varying flexural rigidity
with different loading cases (Concentrated, Uniformly distributed and
uniformly varying). Slope and deflection of propped cantilevers and fixed
beams having uniform flexural rigidity with uniformly distributed loads.

Application of Newmarks integration procedure for buckling of straight

columns (ends hinged, one end fixed and other hinged) having uniform and
non-uniform flexural rigidity.
INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)
Finite Difference Technique for Ordinary Differential Equations and
its Applications in Structural Engineering:-Forward, Backward and
central difference. Initial and boundary value problems.

III

Application of finite difference method for statically determinate beam

problems: - Calculation of bending moment and deflection of beams
(simply supported and cantilever) having uniform and varying flexural
rigidity subjected to loads (concentrated, uniformly distributed, uniformly
varying and parabolic).

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Application of finite difference method for statically indeterminate beam

problems: - Calculation of bending moment and deflection of beams
(propped cantilevers, fixed and two span continuous) having uniform and

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varying flexural rigidity subjected to loads (concentrated and uniformly

distributed).
Application of finite difference method for buckling of columns: Calculation of buckling load of columns (ends hinged, one end hinged and
other fixed) with uniform and non uniform flexural rigidity.
Application of finite difference method for vibration of beams: Calculation of natural frequency of beams (simply supported, propped
cantilever and fixed) of uniform flexural rigidity subjected to concentrated
load and uniformly distributed loads.

Finite Difference Technique for Partial Differential Equations and its

Applications in Structural Engineering:- Application of finite difference
technique for partial differential equation for membrane problems:Derivation of module, Calculation of slope and deflection of laterally
loaded square, triangular, L and T shaped membrane.
IV

Application of finite difference technique for partial differential equation

for bending of laterally loaded thin plates:- Derivation of module,
Calculation of deflection of laterally loaded square, and rectangular plates
with fixed and simply supported boundaries subjected to uniformly
distributed and varying loads.
END SEMESTER EXAM (All Modules)
REFERENCES:
1. Rajasekaran S., Numerical Methods in Science and Engineering-A practical approach,
A H Wheeler& Co.
2. Grewal B.S., Numerical Methods in Engineering and Science, Khanna Publishers.
3. Krishna Raju N., and Muthu K.U, ,Numerical Methods for Engineering Problems,
Macmillan India Limited.
4. Bathe K.J., Finite Element Proceedings in Engineering Analysis Prentice Hall Inc.
5. James M.L. ,Smith G.M. and Wolford J.C., Applied Numerical Methods for Digital
Computation, Harper and Row Publishers.
6. Wang P.C., Numerical and Matrix Methods in Structural Mechanics, John Wiley &
Sons.
7. Meghre A.S. and Deshmukh S.K.,Matrix Methods of Structural Analysis (Theory,
Examples and Programs), Charotar Publishing House.
8. James B. Scarborough, Numerical Mathematical Analysis,
9. Radha Kanta Sarkar, Numerical Methods for Science and Engineering Eswar Press,

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COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

05CE 7053

THEORY OF PLASTICITY

2-1-0-3

2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

This course covers the advanced principles of the design of hot-rolled and cold-formed
steel structural members.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to
Understand different types of loading with respect to structural parameters.
The students learn the theory of plasticity as a background for nonlinear analysis
(Material nonlinearity) by the Finite element method.
MODULE

II

COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)

`
Preliminaries: Basic equations of theory of elasticity: Index notation,
equations of equilibrium, constitutive relations for isotropic bodies, strain
displacement relations, compatibility, displacement and traction boundary
conditions, admissibility of displacement and stress fields, plane stress and
plane strain problems.
Framework of plastic constitutive relations: Plastic behaviour in
simple tension, generalisation of results in simple tension, yield surfaces,
uniqueness and stability postulates, convexity of yield surface and
normality rule, limit surfaces.
INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)
Initial yield surfaces for polycrystalline metals: Summary of general
form of plastic constitutive equations, hydrostatic stress states and plastic
volume change in metals, shear stress on a plane, the von Mises initial
yield condition, the Tresca initial yield condition, consequences of
isotropy.
Plastic behaviour under plane stress conditions: Initial and subsequent
yield surfaces in tensiontorsion, the isotropic hardening model, the
kinematic hardening model, yield surfaces made of two or more yield
functions, piecewise linear yield surfaces, elastic perfectly plastic
materials.

HRS

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INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)

III

IV

Plastic behaviour of bar structures: Behaviour of a three bar truss,

behaviour of a beam in pure bending, simply supported beam subjected to
a central point load, fixed beams of an elastic perfectly plastic material,
combined bending and axial force.
The Theorems of Limit Analysis: Introduction, theorems of limit
analysis, alternative statement of the limit theorems, the specific
dissipation function.
Limit analysis in plane stress and plane strain: Discontinuities in stress
and velocity fields, the Tresca yield condition in plane stress and plane
strain, symmetrical internal and external notches in a rectangular bar, the
punch problem in plane strain, remarks on friction.
Limit analysis as a programming problem: Restatement of limit
theorems, application to trusses and beams, use of finite elements in
programming problem, incremental methods of determining limit load.
END SEMESTER EXAM (All Modules)

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REFERENCES:
1. Martin, J.B., Plasticity: Fundamentals and General Results, MIT Press, London.
2. Kachanov, L.M., Fundamentals of the Theory of Plasticity, Mir Publishers, Moscow.
3. Chakrabarty, J, Theory of Plasticity, McGraw Hill, New York.
4. Hill, R., Mathematical Theory of Plasticity, Oxford University Press.
5. Chen, W.F., and Han, D.J., Plasticity for Structural Engineers, Springer Verlag.

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COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

05CE 7055

EXPERIMENTAL STRESS
ANALYSIS

2-1-0-3

2015

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

To familiarize the student with state of the art experimental techniques namely strain
gauges, photo elasticity, moir interferometry, brittle coating, moir fringes and
holography.
Design experiments related to stress analysis problems.
Learn methodology for conducting laboratory and field experiments.
Analyse and interpret experimental observations and results.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On successful completion of this course, students are able to
Undertake experimental investigations to verify predictions by other methods.
To acquire skills for experimental investigations an accompanying laboratory course is
desirable.
Capability to provide suitable instrumentation for conducting experiments.
Acquire capacity to organize laboratory experiments for project and thesis works.
Building capacity to conduct destructive and nondestructive experiments as a practicing
engineer.
MODULE
HRS
COURSE CONTENT (36 hrs)
I

Strain measurement: mechanical, optical acoustical strain gauges.

Electrical resistance strain gauges, strain rosettes.

II

INTERNAL TEST 1 (Module 1)

Measurement of displacements potentiometers linear variable
differential transformer (LDVT), Accelero meteres, Measurement of force
: Load cells, Electrical resistance based: Ring type force transducer,
pressure transducer.
INTERNAL TEST 2 (Module 2)

III

Photo elasticity Light and optics as related to photoelasticity, theory of

photo elastic model materials, analysis techniques. Separation and
compensation methods. Introduction to 3 dimensional photoelasticity.

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IV

Methods of measuring sensitivity like cantilever calibration, determination

of ultimate strength, refrigeration techniques, relaxation techniques, double
crack analysis of brittle coating dataIntroduction to moir fringe
techniques of stress analysis.

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END SEMESTER EXAM (All Modules)

REFERENCES:
1. Dalley and Rilley, Experimental Stress Analysis.
2. P.H. Adams & R.C. Dove, Experimental Stress Analysis and motion Measurement.
3. M. Hetney, Hand book of experimental stress analysis.

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COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

05CE 7067

SEMINAR - II

2-1-0-3

2015

Each student is required to present a technical paper on a subject approved by the

department. The paper should be on a recent advancement/trend in the field of structural
engineering. He/she shall submit a report of the paper presented to the department.

COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

05CE 7087

PROJECT (PHASE-1)

2-1-0-3

2015

The thesis (Phase-I) shall consist of research work done by the candidate or a
comprehensive and critical review of any recent development in the subject or a detailed report
of project work consisting of experimentation/numerical work, design and or development work
that the candidate has executed.
In Phase-I of the thesis, it is expected that the student should decide a topic of thesis,
which is useful in the field or practical life. The students should refer national and international
journals, proceedings of national and international seminars and conferences. Emphasis should
be given to the introduction to the topic, literature review, and scope of the proposed work along
with some preliminary work / experimentation carried out on the thesis topic.
Student should submit Phase-I thesis report in two copies covering the content discussed
above and highlighting the features of work to be carried out in part-I of the thesis. Student
should follow standard practice of thesis writing.
The candidate will deliver a talk on the topic and the assessment will be made on the
basis of the term work and talks there on by a panel of internal examiners one of which will be
the internal guide. These examiners should give suggestions in writing to the student to be
incorporated in thesis work Phase-II.

COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

L-T-P-C

YEAR

05CE 7088

PROJECT (PHASE II)

2-1-0-3

2015

In the fourth semester the student has continue the thesis work and present the report. At
the end of successfully finishing the work he / she has to submit a detailed report and has to
present for a vivavoce. The work carried out should lead to a publication in a National /

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International Conference. They should submit the paper before the evaluation of the thesis and
specific weightage will be given to accepted papers in reputed conferences.

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