7th semester syllabus for civil engineering


SEMESTER – VII
CODE NO. COURSE TITLE
L T P C
THEORY

CE 9401 Principles of Management 3 0 0 3
CE 9402 Structural Dynamics and Earth Quake Engineering 3 0 0 3
CE 9403 Ground Improvement Techniques 3 0 0 3
CE 9404 Estimating, Costing and Valuation Engineering 3 0 0 3
CE 9405 Railways and Airports Engineering 3 0 0 3
CE 9406 Architecture and Town Planning 3 0 0 3
Elective-III 3 0 0 3
PRACTICAL
CE 9407 Practical Training (4 Weeks) - - - 2
TOTAL 21 0 0 23
CE 9401 PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT L T P C
3 0 0 3
OBJECTIVE:

To introduce the basic concepts of management needed for a Civil Engineer
UNIT I BASIC CONCEPTS IN MANAGEMENT 9
Types of business operations -Sole proprietorship – Partnership – Company – Public and
private sector enterprises / Joint ventures, collaborations.
Functions of Management -Principles of management – Functions of management –
Functions of a manager.
Production Management -Planning – scheduling – procurement – Inventory control –
management tools – L.P. – PERT, CPM, etc.
UNIT II INTRODUCTION TO MARKETING AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT 9
Market – Marketing, Segmentation, Positioning, Marketing Research, Market Planning, Scope
of financial management – Cost accounting Vs Financial accounting, Appraisal of projects,
Investment decisions – concept of pay back.
UNIT III MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT 9
Planning – Identification, Procurement, Schedule and Cost control – systems approach in
resource management – ABC analysis, VED analysis, FSN analysis, vendor rating evaluation,
buying versus leasing of equipment
UNIT IV HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 9
Scope and objectives of HRM – Man power policy and planning – Recruitment and selection –
Training performance appraisal – Wage policy and compensation systems – Company union
relationship and collective bargaining – Accidents – Absenteeism and turn over – Grievances /
conflicts – Identification and resolution.
UNIT V INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER APPLICATION (IN CONSTRUCTION
MANAGEMENT) 9

Project identification-formulation-Preparation of detailed project report (DPR)-Planning –
Scheduling and Resource analysis - Recording and operations- Project accounting, costing
and finance – usage of project management softwareTOTAL: 45 PERIODS
TEXT BOOKS:
1. Konni, Donnel C.O., and Weighnrich, H., “Management” Eighth Edition, McGraw Hill
International Book Company, New York, 1997.
2. Philip Kotler, “Marketing Management”, Prentice-Hall of India, New Delhi, 1998.39
REFERENCES:
1. Momoria, “Personnel Management”, Himalaya Publishing Co., New Delhi, 1992.
2. Sharma, J.L., “Construction Management and Accounts”, Sathya Prakashan, New Delhi,
1994.
3. Srinath, L.S., “An Introduction to Project Management”, Tata McGraw Hill Publications,
New Delhi, 1995.
CE 9402 STRUCTURAL DYNAMICS AND EARTHQUAKE ENGINEERING L T P C
3 0 0 3
OBJECTIVE:

To provide a basic understanding of dynamic loading. Study the effect of earthquake loading
on the behaviour of structures. Understand the codal provisions to design the structures as
earthquake resistant.
UNIT I SINGLE DEGREE OF FREEDOM SYSTEMS 9
Formulation of equation of motion, Free and forced vibrations, Damping, Types of DampingDamped and undamped vibrations, Response to dynamic loading.
UNIT II MODAL ANALYSIS 9
Free and forced vibration of undamped and damped MDOF systems. Equation of motions,
Evaluation of natural frequencies and modes, Eigen Values and Eigen Vectors
UNIT III INTRODUCTION TO EARTHQUAKE ENGINEERING 9
Elements of Engineering Seismology, Characteristics of Earthquake Engineering, Earthquake
History, Indian Seismicity.
UNIT IV BEHAVIOUR OF STRUCTURES AND SOIL 9
Performance of structures under past earthquakes, Lessons learnt from past earthquakes–
soil liquefaction - Soil – Structure- Interaction (SSI) effects.
UNIT V EARTHQUAKE RESISTANT DESIGN 9
Concept of Earthquake Resistant Design, Provisions of Seismic Code IS 1893 (Part I),
Response Spectrum, Design Spectrum, Design of Buildings, Reinforcement Detailing,
Provisions of IS 13920.
TOTAL: 45 PERIODS
TEXT BOOKS:

1. Agarwal and Shrikhande,”Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures”, Prentice Hall of
India, 2007
2. Clough R.W, and Penzien J , Dynamics of Structures, Second Edition, Mc Graw – Hill
International Edition, 1993
REFERENCES:
1. Mario Paz, Structural Dynamics – Theory and Computations, Third Edition, CBS
publishers, 1990.40
2. Jaikrishna, A.R. Chandrasekaran and Brijesh Chandra, “Elements of Earthquake
Engineering”, South Asia Publishers, New Delhi.
3. Minoru Wakabayashi, “Design of Earthquake Resistant Buildings”, Mc Graw – Hill Book
Company, New York, 1986
4. Humar J L “Dynamics of Structures”, Prentice Hall, 1990.
5. Anil K Chopra, “Dynamics of structures – Theory and applications to Earthquake
Engineering”, Prentice Hall Inc., 2001.
6. C V R Moorthy, “Earthquake Tips”, NICEE, IIT Kanpur, 2004
CE 9403 GROUND IMPROVEMENT TECHNIQUES L T P C
3 0 0 3
OBJECTIVE:

At the end of the course student is expected to identify the problematic soil and suitable
suggest remedial measures to improve their behaviour.
UNIT I PROBLEMATIC SOIL AND IMPROVEMENT TECHNIQUES 8
Role of ground improvement in foundation engineering – methods of ground improvement –
Geotechnical problems in alluvial, lateritic and black cotton soils – Selection of suitable ground
improvement techniques based on soil conditions.
.
UNIT II DEWATEREING 10
Dewatering Techniques - Well points – Vacuum and electroosmotic methods – Seepage
analysis for two – dimensional flow for fully and partially penetrated slots in homogeneous
deposits (Simple cases only).
UNIT III INSITU TREATMENT OF COHESIONLESS AND COHESIVE SOILS 10
In-situ densification of cohesion-less soils and consolidation of cohesive soils: Dynamic
compaction Vibroflotation, Sand compaction piles and deep compaction. Consolidation:
Preloading with sand drains, and fabric drains, Stone columns and Lime piles-installation
techniques only – relative merits of above methods and their limitations - stabilization of
expansive soils.
UNIT IV EARTH REINFORCEMENT 9
Concept of reinforcement – Types of reinforcement material – Reinforced earth wall –
Mechanism – simple design - applications of reinforced earth. Role of Geotextiles in filtration,
drainage, separation and road works.
UNIT V GROUT TECHNIQUES 8
Types of grouts – Grouting equipments and machinery – injection methods – Grout monitoring
– stabilization with cement, lime and chemicals.
TOTAL:45 PERIODS
TEXT BOOKS:

1. Purushothama Raj, P., Ground Improvement Techniques, Laxmi Publications (P) Ltd.,
New Delhi, 1999.
2. Koerner, R.M., Construction and Geotechnical Methods in Foundation Engineering,
McGraw Hill, 1994.
REFERENCES:
1. Moseley, M.P., Ground Improvement, Blockie Academic and Professional, Chapman and
Hall, Glassgow, 1998.
2. Jones J.E.P. Earth Reinfocement and Soil Structure, Butterworths, London, 1985.
3. Winterkorn, H.F. and Fang, H.Y. “Foundation Engineering Hand Book”, Van Nostrand
Reinhold, 1994.
4. Das, B.M. – “Principles of Foundation Engineering” (Fifth edition), Thomson Asia Pvt.Ltd.,
Singapore, 2003.
5. Coduto, D.P. “Geotechnical Engineering Principles and Practices”, Prentice Hall of India
Pvt.Ltd., New Delhi, 2002.
6. Koerner, R.M., Designing with Geosynthettics (Fourth Edition), Prentice Hall, New Jersey,
1999.


CE 9404 ESTIMATING, COSTING AND VALUATION ENGINEERING L T P C
3 0 0 3
OBJECTIVE:

To offer knowledge in estimation, tender practices, contract procedures, and valuation. The
student will be able to prepare estimates, call for tenders and execute works.
UNIT I QUANTITY ESTIMATION 9
Philosophy – Purpose – Methods of estimation – Types of estimates – Approximate estimates
–Detailed estimate – Estimation of quantities for buildings, roads, canals and hydraulic
structures using computer softwares.
UNIT II RATE ANALYSIS AND COSTING 9
Standard Data – Observed Data – Schedule of rates – Market rates – Assessment of Man
Hours and Machineries for common civil works – Rate Analysis – Cost Estimates using
Computer softwares
UNIT III SPECIFICATIONS AND TENDERS 9
Specifications – Detailed and general specifications – Constructions – Sources – Types of
specifications – TTT Act 2000 – Tender notices – types – tender procedures – Drafting model
tenders , E-tendering-Digital signature certificates- Encrypting -Decrypting – Reverse
auctions.
UNIT IV CONTRACTS 9
Contract – Types of contracts – Formation of contract – Contract conditions – Contract for
labour, material, design, construction – Drafting of contract documents based on IBRD /
MORTH Standard bidding documents – Construction contracts – Contract problems –
Arbitration and legal requirements.
UNIT V VALUATION 9
Definitions – Various types of valuations – Valuation methods – Valuation of land – Buildings –
Valuation of plant and machineries.
TOTAL: 45 PERIODS
TEXT BOOKS:

1. B.S.Patil, ‘Civil Engineering Contracts and Estimates’, University Press, 2006.
2. D.N. Banerjee, ‘Principles and Practices of Valuation’, V Edition, Estern Law House, 1998.42
REFERENCES:
1. Hand Book of Consolidated Data – 8/2000, Vol.1, TNPWD.
2. Tamil Nadu Transparencies in Tenders Act, 1998.
3. Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
4. Standard Bid Evaluation Form, Procurement of Good or Works, The World Bank, April
1996.
5. Standard Data Book for Analysis and Rates, IRC, New Delhi, 2003.
CE 9405 RAILWAYS AND AIRPORTS ENGINEERING L T P C
3 0 0 3
OBJECTIVE:

To introduce the students about the various types of transport like Railways and airways,
planning and design principles of construction of railway track and airport terminals will be
covered with an exposure on standards
UNIT I RAILWAY PLANNING AND CONSTRUCTION 9
Route alignment surveys, modern methods – Elements of permanent way – Rails, sleepers,
ballast, rail fixtures and fastenings, coning of wheels, creep in rails, defects in rails –
Geometric design of railway track, gradient, super elevation, widening of guage on curves
UNIT II RAILWAY STATION YARDS AND OPERATIONS 9
Planning and development of railway station yards, –Turnouts, points and crossings –
Signalling - Interlocking, track circuiting – Modern developments in railways, urban railways,
underground and tube railways–Basic planning for MRTS and Suburban railways–Electric
traction
UNIT III RAILWAY CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE 9
Earthwork – Stabilization of track on poor soil- Tunneling - Methods, drainage and ventilation
– Construction and maintenance of tracks – uniguage – Maintenance of rolling stocks and
signals
UNIT IV AIRPORT PLANNING 9
Airport site selection – Components of airports- Forecasting in aviation- Airport obstructions –
Zoning laws - Regional planning - Airport architecture - Airport lighting - Air traffic control aids
UNIT V AIRPORT DESIGN 9
Runway orientation – Basic runway length – Corrections to basic runway length – geometric
design of runways – Layout of taxiway and terminal area- airport pavement design (flexible
pavement only).
TOTAL: 45 PERIODS
TEXT BOOKS
:
1. Saxena Subhash, C. and Satyapal Arora, A Course in Railway Engineering, Dhanpat Rai
and Sons, Delhi, 1998.
2. Khanna.S.K. Arora.M.G and Jain.S.S, Airport Planning and Design, Nemachand and
Brothers, Roorkee, 1994.
REFERENCES:
1. Vazirani.V.N. and Chandola.S.P., Transportation Engineering-Vol.1, Khanna Technical
Publications, New Delhi, 1991.
2. Shahini.P., Airport Technique, New Delhi
3. Priyani.V.B., Highway and Airport Engineering, Charotar Book Stall, 1994.
4. Rangwala.P.S, Railway Engineering, Charotar Publishing House, 1995.
5. Rangwala.P.S, Airport Engineering, Charotar Publishing House, 1996.
6. Agarwal.M.M., Indian Railway Track, New Delhi
CE 9406 ARCHITECTURE AND TOWN PLANNING L T P C
3 0 0 3
OBJECTIVE:

To provide the basic knowledge on the principles of design of buildings relating to the
environment and climate.
UNIT I ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 8
Architectural Design – an analysis – integration of function and aesthetics – Introduction to
basic elements and principles of design.
UNIT II SITE PLANNING 9
Surveys – Site analysis – Development Control – Layout regulations- Layout design concepts.
UNIT III BUILDING TYPES 12
Residential, institutional, commercial and Industrial – Application of anthropometry and space
standards-Inter relationships of functions – Safety standards – Building rules and regulations –
Integration of building services – Interior design.
UNIT IV CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIVE DESIGN 8
Man and environment interaction- Factors that determine climate – Characteristics of climate
types – Design for various climate types – Passive and active energy controls – Green
building concept

UNIT V TOWN PLANNING 8
Planning – Definition, concepts and processes- Urban planning standards and zoning
regulations- Urban renewal – Conservation – Principles of Landscape design
TOTAL: 45 PERIODS
REFERENCES:

1. Francis D.K. Ching, “Architecture: Form, Space and Order”, VNR, N.Y., 1999.
2. Givoni B., “Man Climate and Architecture”, Applied Science, Barking ESSEX, 1982.
3. Edward D.Mills, “Planning and Architects Handbook”, Butterworth, London, 1995.
4. Gallian B.Arthur and Simon Eisner, “The Urban Pattern – City Planning and Design”,
Affiliated Press Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 1995.
5. Margaret Robert, “An Introduction to Town Planning Techniques”, Hutchinson,
London, 1990.
CE 9407 PRACTICAL TRAINING L T P C
0 0 0 2
OBJECTIVE:

To train the students in field work so as to have a first hand knowledge of practical problems
in carrying out engineering tasks. To develop skills in facing and solving the field problems.
SYLLABUS:
The students individually undertake training in reputed civil engineering companies for the
specified duration. At the end of the training, a report on the work done will be prepared and
presented. The students will be evaluated through a viva-voce examination by a team of
internal staff.

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