Department of Civil Engineering

Vision

The Department of Civil Engineering strives to become a competent academic centre for quality education in the areas of civil engineering and research and to produce professionally skillful civil engineers to meet the demands of the society.

Mission

Our vision is supported by our four-fold mission statement:

• Impart high quality education through innovative teaching-learning process.
• Establish state-of-the-art infrastructure to facilitate skill development in cutting-edge technologies and research.
• Inculcate students with innovative thinking, ethical principles, leadership skills and entrepreneurial
  capabilities.
• Enhance the competency and knowledge of the faculty in the emerging areas of technology in the domain of civil
  engineering.

Programme Educational Objectives

The graduates will:

Programme Outcomes

Engineering graduates will be able to:

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

Program Specific Objectives(PSOs)

The graduates will:

• Faculty Publications

• Programme Assessment Committee

• Department Advisory Board

• InfraStructure Details

• Faculty Achievements and Recognitions

Our Student Vasanth.M of Pre final year Won 2nd Place with a Seed Funding of INR75000 at the RUSA Startup Cafe 2024 National level Pitchfest conducted by the centre for Entrepreneurship Development, Anna University.

Value Added Programmes Organized

Academic Year: 2022-2023

Academic Year: 2021-2022

Academic Year: 2020-2021

Academic Year: 2019-2020

Academic Year: 2018-2019

Career Opportunities for Civil Engineering Graduates- A Complete Guide:

Civil engineering is one of the oldest and most established branches of engineering, and its graduates are highly sought after for a variety of jobs. Civil engineers specialize in the design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure such as roads, bridges, tunnels, airports and dams. As a civil engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring that these structures are built to last and that they meet all safety standards.

In this guide, we will go over the various career opportunities available to civil engineering graduates. We will look at the different job types and discuss what skills are needed for each. We will also cover salary expectations for civil engineers and explain how to find the right job.

Career Paths

Civil engineering is a diverse field with numerous career paths available to graduates. Depending on your interests, you can specialize in areas such as structural engineering, environmental engineering, geology, quantity surveying, consultant, construction management and contract worker. Once you have your degree, you can pursue a number of different positions in the field.

Structural Engineer: Structural engineers are responsible for designing safe and efficient structures such as bridges, roads, buildings, and dams. They use advanced mathematics and physics to calculate loads and stresses that will be placed on the structure and then design it accordingly.

Environmental Engineer: Environmental engineers use their knowledge of engineering principles to develop solutions for environmental problems such as air and water pollution, waste management, and climate change. They also use their skills to design systems that reduce emissions and conserve resources.

Geologist: Geologists study the structure of the Earth’s surface. They use their understanding of geological processes to locate natural resources, such as oil and minerals and advise on ways to exploit them safely.

Quantity Surveyor: Quantity surveyors are responsible for estimating the cost of construction projects. They must have a precise understanding of how much materials will cost and how long it will take to complete each stage of construction before they can provide an accurate quote to the client.

Consultant: Consultants are experts in their field who provide advice and guidance to clients on a variety of topics related to civil engineering. They might be employed by large firms or work independently as independent contractors.

Construction Manager: Construction managers oversee the entire process of construction projects from start to finish. They must have strong managerial skills and understand all aspects of construction, from budgeting and design to safety regulations.

Contract Worker: Contract workers are hired on a short-term basis for specific projects. They might be hired to build one section of a bridge, or they could be responsible for the entire project.

Are You Wondering What Kind Of Pay Check A Civil Engineering Graduate Can Expect?

Well, salaries for these graduates fluctuate depending on the job’s type, location, and the individual’s experience. Generally, civil engineering salary could range between 1 to 1.5 Lakh a month, our alumni in the past have been placed at this salary range and we’re glad to share it here. However, experienced engineers with advanced degrees can earn significantly more.

Conclusion

Civil Engineering is a challenging and rewarding field that offers graduates a wide variety of career opportunities. With the right skills and experience, you can pursue any number of roles in the industry. Whether you are interested in designing bridges, developing solutions for environmental problems, or becoming a construction manager, there is always something new to learn. We hope that this guide has given you a better understanding of the career paths available to civil engineering graduates.

• Faculty Publications