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M. Tech. Civil Engineering (Specialization in Forensic Structural Engineering)

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School of Engineering & Technology

Program Code

MTECHCE

Level

Post Graduate

Duration

2 Year
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Program Overview

Rapid economic development and fast-track modern construction practices can trigger catastrophic structural failures. To investigate structural failures in a scientific manner, the unique and first of its kind Postgraduate program of M. Tech. Civil Engineering with a specialization in Forensic Structural Engineering is offered at National Forensic Sciences University (UGC Recognized - NAAC Accredited 'A' Grade) to civil engineering graduates. Following are the key highlights of the program: • Analysis, design and detailing of structures • Independent design studio projects to each students • Hands-on training of various design softwares • Hands-on experience of material testing and non-destructive testing • Continuous evaluation through presentations and assignments • Subject enrichment through renowned professional experts • Frequent site visits: ongoing construction/repair projects, existing structures, material manufacturing plants, etc. • Structural evaluation of existing structures • Evaluation, repair & rehabilitation of existing structures

Semester Sr no CourseCode Course CourseCredit
Sem-1 1 MTCE 101 Forensic Science and Law 4
Sem-1 2 MTCE 102 Advanced Methods of Structural Analysis 5
Sem-1 3 MTCE 103 Advanced Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures 5
Sem-1 4 MTCE 104 Structural Design Studio - I 4
Sem-1 5 MTCE 105 Construction Failures 5
Sem-1 6 MTCE 106 Structural Engineering Laboratory - I 3
Sem-2 1 MTCE 201 Finite Element Analysis 5
Sem-2 2 MTCE 202 Advanced Design of Steel Structures 5
Sem-2 3 MTCE 203 Structural Design Studio - II 4
Sem-2 4 MTCE 204 Evaluation, Repair and Rehabilitation of Structures 5
Sem-2 5 MTCE 205 Elective - I 4
Sem-2 6 MTCE 206 Structural Engineering Laboratory - II 3
Sem-3 1 MTCE 301 Prevention and Resolution of Construction Disputes 5
Sem-3 2 MTCE 302 Earthquake Engineering 5
Sem-3 3 MTCE 303 Forensic Structural Engineering Studio 4
Sem-3 4 MTCE 304 Elective - II 4
Sem-3 5 MTCE 305 Major Project - I 4
Sem-4 1 MTCE 401 Major Project - II 20

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CourseType Intake Tution Fees (INR, Per Semester)
Government 20 65000

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree (B.E./B.Tech.) in Civil Engineering with at least 55% for General/OBC/EWS category candidates and 50% or equivalent for SC/ST and PwD category from any reputed university.