CRITERION 3 Course Outcomes and Program 120

Outcomes

1. COURSE OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM OUTCOMES (120)

Establish the correlation between the courses and the Program Outcomes (POs)
and Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs) (20)
(Program Outcomes as mentioned in Annexure I and Program Specific Outcomes as
defined by the Program)
Course Outcomes (COs) (SAR should include course outcomes of one course
from each semester of study, however, should be prepared for all courses
and made available as evidence, if asked) (05)

Programme Outcomes (POs)

1. Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, e n g i n e e r i n g

fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering
problems.
2. 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.
3. Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems a n d
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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and
norms of the engineering practice.
9. Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or
leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
10. 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.
11. Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of t h e
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.
12. Life-long learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to
engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.
 Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs)

PSOs

1. Survey, conduct geo-technical investigations, plan, analyse, design, estimate and

construct residences, public buildings, industrial buildings, townships and
infrastructural projects by adopting appropriate construction methods.

2. Analyse and design the water resources systems, municipal and industrial waste
treatment plants with due consideration to pollution free environment.

3. Capable to use appropriate application software and are prepared for competative
examination, higher education and skills necessary for professional practice as a
Civil Engineer.
The Correlation between Course outcomes of each of the courses with program outcomes and
Program specific outcomes are enlisted in the following tables.
Note: Matrix values:
1: Low Association, 2: Medium Association, 3: High Association, Blank: No Association
 Rules to work out summary :
Let summation of all contribution factors in a column = sum
if sum> 5.0 then summary is High
if 5 ≥ sum > 3.5 then summary is Medium
if 3.5 ≥ sum ≥ 2 then summary is Low
FE-PART-I & II
 C-113 Applied Mechanics

 Justifications

1. The course Applied Mechanics is the basic course for engineers, which integrates knowledge of
Physics, Mechanics and Mathematics for solving complex engineering problems.
1. Applied Mechanics deals with identifying, formulating and analyzing reasonably complex
mechanisms using first principles of engineering sciences and mathematics.
2. Applied Mechanics deals with design solution of simple problems, which have reasonably
association with environmental considerations also.
3. Applied Mechanics deals with simple experiments, analysis and interpretation of data
limited to simple statically problems.
4. Sustainable solutions are important in Civil and other Engineering.
5. Many Civil/Mechanical Engineering analysis, simple or complex, starts with forces and
their effects on bodies i.e. mechanics.
 C124 Basic Civil Engineering – Course Outcomes

 Justifications:

 Civil engineer is the key person who undertakes all civil engg. activities which is related
with overall development of the society.
 Relationship between civil engineering and other branches of Engg. & Technology is of
vital importance.
 Knowledge of common civil engg. projects such as buildings, roads, bridges, dams etc.
become important part of study.
 Green buildings and eco-friendly constructions are the need of the hour and it is related
with environment.
 For measurement of distances and angles student uses modern surveying instruments.
 An introduction to advances in civil engineering like RST, GPS & GIS is important for
lifelong learning of a student.

C211 Concrete Technology – Course Outcomes

Justification:
1. To assess the quality of the material require some fundamental knowledge about codes, test
procedure, analysis, experience and finally sound judgment in selecting the material based on
the results. Hence Po’s 1 and 4 are given higher weighs.
2. The course deals with the investigating physical property of concrete ingredients; application
of modern equipment’s and mix design of concrete. Hence Po’s 3 and 4 are assigned higher
weights.
3. There is reasonably chance for the students to go for optimum Mix design of concrete. Hence
PSO 1 is assigned lighter weights.
C 212- Structural Mechanics-I – Course Articulation Matrix
RATIONALE
 Structural Mechanics deals with analyzing complex mechanisms using first
principles of engineering sciences and mathematics. Hence first CO contributes
to problem analysis and Civil Engg. Structural analysis. It also contributes to
lifelong learning of civil engg. students
 Problem analysis in civil engineering structures is very important before arriving at
design solutions. Therefore COs 2 is also closely associated with PO No.1,2 and 12.
 Basic concepts in the subject encourage communication skill in civil engineering
graduate. Hence CO.1 is closely related with communication skill.
C213. SURVEYING-I

Justification:
1. Course outcome of errors is dealing with the analysis of errors in the output to verify the
acceptance of quality of outputs in relevance to the standards specified for different types of
surveys. So the process of calculating the actual error with permissible error is contributing
to Problem analysis Program outcome. This CO also contributes to the Program outcome of
professional ethics of accepting the error if any and rectifying it to deliver professional
output honestly.
2. Course outcome of field reports is dealing with preparation of field reports in numerical and
drawing forms for different types of surveys. The use of surveying instruments as tools is
required to gather the data required for field reports. This data is processed manually or by
software to provide drawings and quantities for the existing ground or proposed project
report which is a part of design contributing to Problem analysis as Program outcome.
3. Course outcome of Control surveys contribute to the program outcome of knowledge to a
very large extent as it is the back bone of professional practice in all domains of Civil
Engineering. The Course outcome of control survey are practiced in the form of surveying
project which involve planning, organizing, coordinating and controlling with effective
communication. Being the team leader or a part of the team is also an important attribute
trained and tested during this Course outcome of control survey.
4. The course outcome of Electronic terrain model is also contributing as an effective tool
required while performing some of the Civil Engineering Projects. The use of ETM is also
important for development of project design.

C214. BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AND DRAWING

RATIONALE
 Knowledge and understanding of Building Material, Component & their Drawing is very
important for construction work. Therefore all three COs are related to PO No.1 i.e.
Knowledge.
 Building Construction and Drawing subject is deals with the study of construction
technique, methods and Drawing. Hence Course outcome no 1 & 3 are purely related to
PO No. 3 i.e. Design and Drawing.
 Knowledge and understanding of Building Material is very important for eco friendly
environment hence CO No. 2 is related to PO. No. 7 i.e. environment.

C215Fluid Mechanics I – Course Outcomes

 Graduates will look into the detailed study of the pressure and pressure measurements by
using different instruments and also will deal with fluid statics including relative motion
and stability of floating bodies and in fluid kinematics, types of particle motion and
concepts of stream lines and path lines, streak line and basic equation for continuity.
 Graduates will get the knowledge of fluid properties and their role in fluid motion. It
studies the behavior of substance subjected to the external forces and its distortion as a
result of the system forces and couples acting in it.
 Graduates will study the Hardy cross method for pipe networking which is useful for
water supply as well as sanitation. Also study to use Nomograph’s and moody’s charts
for solving pipe network problems. They can develop projects by using the Hardy cross
method for pipe laying.
 Graduates will understand Euler’s equation of motion and also deals with the
application of Bernoulli’s equation and investigate head loss and modify the equation
Weighs
C216. ENGINEERING GEOLOGY
Justification:
1) The course deals with Rock identification for mining, quarries, building materials,
pavement material for Civil Construction, hence POs 1, 4, 6 is assigned higher
weights.
2) Geophysical investigation suggests the subsurface map of rocks and geological
structures like folds, faults, joints, unconformities etc. for Canal design, water logging
and drainage pattern are discussed which have essentially some problem analysis and
environmental aspects. Hence Pos 2, 7 are given medium to less weighs.
3) The course being more associated with selection of dam site, canal, tunnels and mining
and quarry areas, the POs related to design and tools are assigned lighter weights.

C217 Lab Practice

RATIONALE
C217.1.‘Lab Practice’ consists of learning suitable Computer Aided Drawing and Design (CADD)
software and obtaining hands on experience of working with the software by the student.
C217.2 The performance of the student will be assessed on the basis of proficiency of the student in
using CADD Software for Simple Civil Engineering Drawings from Subject ‘Building Construction and
Drawing’

C221.Structural Mechanics-II
RATIONALE
 Structural Mechanics deals with analyzing complex mechanisms using first principles of
engineering sciences and mathematics. Hence first CO contributes to problem analysis
and Civil Engg. Structural analysis. It also contributes to life long learning of civil engg.
students
 Problem analysis in civil engineering structures is very important before arriving at design
solutions. Therefore COs 2, CO3 & CO 4 are closely associated with PO No.1& 2 and
PSO No.1.
 Basic concepts in the subject encourage communication skill in civil engineering graduate.
Hence CO.1 is closely related with communication skill.

C222. SURVEYING-II
Justification:
1. Course outcome of project survey is contributing to the program outcome of
knowledge as it is essence for collection of data relevant to land based decision making
required for all Civil engineering Projects. The use of surveying instruments as tools is
required to gather the data required for field reports. The investigation of geographic
data such as distances, angles and elevations is conducted during the project outcome
of Project Survey. Being the team leader or a part of the team is also an important
attribute, which is observed and tested during this Course outcome of Project survey.
2. Course outcome of Mapping is dealing with preparation of field reports in numerical
and drawing forms for different types of surveys. The communication of important
parameters and outputs of Survey takes place through the Mapping. The program
outcome of Ethics is followed by using the legal software and being honest about the
opinion and outputs.
3. Course outcome of Software as a tool is contributing to the design and investigation
program outcomes, which are essential for professional practice in all domains of Civil
Engineering. The Course outcome of software is also a part of lifelong learning to keep
updated with revisions of software and their use in Civil Engineering Practice.
C223 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN
Justification:
 The course deals with fundamental principles of building planning and design. Hence Pos 1
and 3 higher weighs and PSO 1get higher weighs.
 The study of rules and regulation of government for preparation and approval of Municipal
drawing.
 Low cost housing concept and schemes has economical, environmental, social and ethical
aspect.
 The planning and designing of building with consideration of Building Services, Finishes
and thermal insulation methods and technique which has, environmental, social and
economical aspect.

C224 Fluid Mechanics II–

 Graduates will deal with concept of open channel; they can analyze the different types of
slopes for different locations. They can study the various types of flows such as gradually
varied and rapidly varied. They study the concept of hydraulic jump and find the equation
for it and also deal with flow measurement devices.
 Graduates will study concept of impacts of jets in various conditions.
 Graduate will study design parts of the fluid machines for different pressure and velocities
and location. Also will study the laws of Newtonian mechanics. They study to minimize the
problem of fluid machines. Graduates will study dimensional analysis and improve the base
model analysis. They study the Rayleigh’s and Buckingham pie method for dimensional
analysis. They also look into different types of similitude laws. They can develop model by
using predominant forces and the law based on it.

 C225. Water Resources Engineering- I– Course Articulation Matrix

Justification: The course deals with
1) fundamental principles of Surface water and Groundwater Hydrology. Hence Pos 1,2 and
3 and PSO 1get higher weighs..
2) Hydrological investigations with suitable software tools are necessary for reservoir
planning and irrigation management. Hence medium weighs are Pos 4 and 5.
3) Water management has economical, environmental, social and ethical aspects also.
That’s why Pos 6, 7, 8 and PSOs 2 are assigned medium weights.
4) Hydrology happens to be science of existence, appearance and circulation of water on the
planet earth. Reasonable research and computation is being carried out world over in
hydrology. Hence Pos 11, 12 and PSO 3 are assigned reasonable weights.

C226. Engineering Mathematics-III

Justification:
1. Differential equations have wide applications in various engineering and science
disciplines. In general, modeling variations of a physical quantity, such as
temperature, pressure, displacement, velocity, stress, strain or concentration of a
pollutant, 3.
2. with the change of time or location. It is important for engineers to be able to model
physical problems using mathematical equations, and then solve these equations so
that the behavior of the systems concerned can be studied.
3. Laplace transform is the most widely used integral transform. It is a powerful
mathematical technique which enables to solve linear differential equations. It has
many important applications in mathematics, deflection of beam, optics, electrical
engineering, control engineering, signal processing and probability theory.
 4. Fourier series is used in the analysis of periodic functions. It has many applications
in electrical engineering, vibration analysis, acoustics, optics, signal processing,
image processing etc.
5. Vector calculus plays an important role in the differential geometry and in the study
of partial differential equation. It is also useful in the study of rigid dynamics, fluid
dynamics, heat transform, theory of relativity, electromagnetism etc.
6. Statistics is used to describe the principles and method which are employed in
collection, presentation, analysis and interpretation of data. Probability is a concept
which numerically measures the degree of certainty or uncertainty of occurrence or
non-occurrence of events.

C227. COMPUTER PROGRAMMING AND NUMERICAL METHODS

Justification:

1. By applying programming and logical knowledge, the computer based solution for
matrix operations and civil engineering application is arrived. Hence medium
weight is given to PO1(Knowledge)
2. To write the programs in C language, firstly the problem analysis is done for a civil
engineering problem. Hence low weight is given to PO2 (Problem Analysis)
3. All programs are done in this course in ‘C Programming’ language which is a
software tool. Hence high weight is given to PO5 (Tools)
4. Civil engineering problems are analyzed and programmed in the software
application, hence high weight is given to PSO3 (Application Tool)

C228 Environmental Science

Justification:
 Environmental science explain the importance of environment and underline its
relationship with human activities required for survival, growth and development of
human beings.
 To solve various environmental issues, interdisciplinary concepts and facts are used such
as basic sciences, engineering, law, political science, social science, metrology etc.
 Human activities such as industrial, transport, agriculture etc are studied to learn impact of
them on clean environment. Students are supported to learn methods for sustainable
management of environmental systems, awareness programs, reuse and recycle techniques
etc.
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C311. Design of Steel Structures –

1. The design of steel structures should be economical and safe, to achieve that students
should get the knowledge of load combinations and plastic analysis design. Hence
the High weight is given to the PO1(Knowledge)
2. Limit state design is a design procedure in which the strength of the steel member
beyond elastic limit also considered. This design procedure is adopted in India for
construction of various steel buildings design.
Hence the high weight is given to PO3 (Design)
3. Various components of steel building are subjected to different types of forces like
compression, tension and bending. Hence each member is designed as per the nature
of the force to avoid failure of the structure. Hence analysis is necessary before
starting the design. Hence Low weight is given to PO2 (Analysis)
4. By understanding the design procedure of steel structures, any structure which is
subjected to heavy loading can be designed. Example, thermal power plant
construction, which has heavy machinery to be accommodated in the structure. And
power is important is day to day life. In this way studying steel structural design
helps to the society. Hence the minimum weight is given to PO6. (Society)

C312 GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING –I

Justifications
1) Laboratory investigation of soil is very much essential to identify and classify the soil
and further to predict it’s behavior on site. Students shall be able to evaluate the soil
properties by developing laboratory set up by simulating the field condition to the
possible extent in the laboratory. In Geotechnical Engineering the problem
investigation has got paramount importance since the solution to the large extent is
based on the accuracy of the problem investigation. In view of all above the PO 4
( Investigate) has given highest weight (11)
2) The field problems are associated with seepage, consolidation, earth pressure,
compaction etc. For the appropriate solution to these problems the enough knowledge
is essential. Hence in this course more weight (9) is given for PO1 (Knowledge).
Further the analysis of the problems needs to be carried out by application of suitable
theory. Thus more weight (10) is given to PO2 (Problem analysis)
3) The design aspect is not included in this course since the course is designed with due
emphasis on investigation/ identification of soil. Hence less weight (2) is given to PO
3 (Design).
C313 BUILDING PLANNING & DESIGN

Justification:
 The course deals with fundamental principles of building planning and design. Hence Pos 1 and
3 get higher weighs
 The study of rules and regulation of government for preparation and approval of “Municipal
drawing”. Hence Pos 1 and 3 get higher weighs.
 Green building design principles and concept has economical, environmental, social and ethical
aspect. Hence Pos 7 get Medium weighs.
 The planning and designing of building with consideration of acoustic principles, sound and
thermal insulation methods and technique which has, environmental, social and economical
aspect.
C314 Environmental Engineering I
Justification:

1. Course outcome of population forecast is dealing with the analysis various population forecasting
methods such as arithmetic, geometric mean, logarithmic etc. These methods are very important for
calculating future population and according to that water demands. So while designing any water
treatment unit population is the most important factor. So the process of calculating population using
various methods is contributing to problem analysis program outcome.

2. Course outcome of Design unit operation is dealing with deign of various water treatment units
such as flocculator, sedimentation tank, filters, etc. Problem analysis of various treatment units is very
important in concept point of view. So this is considered as one of the program outcome. The course
outcome of design unit operation is practiced in form of various water treatment projects which
involve designing, applicability and future water demands etc. Various tools such as WATERGEMS,
SEWAR CAD were used for calculation of water demands then using these software water
distribution systems can be designed.

3. Course outcome of advance treatment of water contribute to the program outcome of knowledge to
a very large extent as increase in population there is need to develop different cost effective and
economical water treatment process. The Course outcomes of advance treatment are practiced in the
form of various environmental projects.

4. The course outcome of supervise plumbing is also contributing as an effective tool required while
distributing water to consumers tap. Designing of plumbing system is very important also their
maintenance should be taken care.

C315 ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT- I

Justification

 The course deals with fundamental principle of management and its effective application
in organization. Hence Pos 1 and 2 get higher weighs
 Optimization techniques are tools which are necessary for effective management and
decision making in construction industries. Hence medium weighs are Pos 5 has high
weighs, 6 and 7.
 The success working of organization depends upon a quality inspection and control which
has environmental, economical and ethical aspects.
 The fundamental knowledge and technique of disaster management is necessary has
economical, environmental, social and ethical aspects.

C316. TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING-I,

Justification:
 1. Geometric design of highways deals with the dimensions and layout of visible features of
the highway and fulfills the requirements of the driver and the vehicle, such as comfort,
efficiency and safety. Proper knowledge of geometric design while designing the road will
help in the reduction of accidents and their severity. Various road geometric aspects are
analyzed such as requirement of super elevations, widening, sight distance, set back
distance etc. The proper material investigations with modern tools for finding out the
physical properties of soil, aggregate and binder and also traffic intensity are required for
optimum crust design of flexible and rigid pavement.
2. To meet the challenge in the optimum design, construction, operation and maintenance of
sustainable road infrastructure in the country using alternate and new materials and also
selection of appropriate pavement type requires through knowledge and investigations
with modern equipment helps in assessing the property and suitability of material in
infrastructure projects. During collecting the data, graduate will understand the importance
of ethics, team work and communication.
3. Traffic engineering pertains to the analysis of the behavior of traffic and to design the
facilities for the smooth, safe and economical operation of traffic to serve better for
society. Understanding traffic behavior requires a thorough knowledge of traffic stream
parameters and their mutual relationships.
4. Bridge is a structure corresponding to the heaviest responsibility in carrying a free flow of
transport and is the most significant component of a transportation system in case of
communication over gaps for whatever reason such as aquatic obstacles, valleys and
gorges etc. The student will be interested to know the different types of bridges,
substructure, superstructure and foundations.
5. Now days tunnels are effectively used for transportation of water, road and rail transport.
In this aspect, student will be interested to know construction, drainage and ventilation of
tunnels

C317. Self Learning (H.S.S. course) Professional Ethics

C321. STRUCTURAL MECHANICS III

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students should be able to:
C321.1 Discretize simple structures, identify static and kinematic degrees of freedom
C321.2 Analyze beams, trusses and frames by applying various methods of force
method of analysis such as Method of consistent deformation, Flexibility
method etc.
C321.3 Analyze beams, trusses and frames by applying various methods of
Displacement method of analysis such as Moment distribution method,
Stiffness method etc.
C321.4 Analyze the structures by energy methods using Castigliano’s theorem
C321.5 Select and use appropriate application application software for structural
analysis.

C321 - STRUCTURAL MECHANICS III

Justifications:
1) This course covers two main approaches of structural analysis one is Force
method and second one is displacement method. The suitability of these methods
need to be understood by the students by exercising on variety of inderminate
structures with complex loading and support conditions. For analysis of
indeterminate structure, the knowledge of determinate structural analysis is
essential. Thus high weight (10, 11) are given for PO 1 (knowledge) and PO 2
(Problem analysis) respectively.
2) The analysis of inderminate structure is based on the Degree of static
indeterminacy ( DSI) and Degree of Kinematic indeterminacy ( DKI). These
gives us an idea about the complexities in the problem. Thus evaluation of DSI
and DKI are the most fundamental part in the analysis of indeterminate structure
thus the moderate weight (6) is given to PO 4 (investigate).
3) The displacement method is more prone for computer programming and thus
majority of structural software are based on the displacement methods. Students
shall practice this software. for the analysis of primary level problems to make
them conversant with these software. Accordingly less weight (3) is given to PO
5 (Tool)
C322 GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING –II

Justification
1) This course primarily covers the field application of Geotechnical Engineering. These
covers evaluation of bearing capacity, suitability of different types of foundations, slope
stability, ground improvement etc. All these requires the site investigation (Problem
identification), Selection of appropriate method/ theory for the analysis and further
designing. Therefore in this course high weights are given (12,13,9) for PO
1(knowledge), PO 2 (Problem analysis) and PO 3 (Design) respectively.
2) Field tests are useful to evaluate the insitu properties of soil. The estimation of bearing
capacity will be more realistic if it is based on the field test. Thus students shall be able
to perform the field test with proper understanding of set up on site and the concerned
tools such as data acquisition system, application software etc. Thus a moderate weight
(4) is given to PO 5 (Tools).

C323 Environmental Engineering II –

Justification:
 1. Course outcome of sewage collection is dealing with the sewage generation, sewage
collection, sewage disposal these operations are very important in environment and society
point of view so that this outcome is considered for program outcomes.
2. Course outcome of wastewater units is dealing with deign of various wastewater treatment
units such as activated sludge process, settling tank, trickling filter etc. Problem analysis of
various treatment units is very important in concept point of view. So this is considered as one
of the program outcome. The course outcome of design unit operation is practiced in form of
various wastewater treatment projects which involve designing and applicability various
projects can also be done for effective treatment.
3. Course outcome of Low cost waste treatment of water contribute to the program outcome of
knowledge to a very large extent as low cost treatment is important. Different projects can be
done on low cost waste treatments.
4. The course outcome of solid waste disposal and air pollution contains various concepts,
knowledge related to various disposal methods of solid waste and also controlling air
pollution so this is considered as one of the project outcome.

C324 ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT- II

Justification:
 The course deals with function of management which helps for the planning, scheduling
and budgeting of a project using the knowledge, tools and technique.
 For successful completion of the project there is need of review and update of all planned
and scheduled activity which are done by effective tools and technique.
 The fundamental engineering economics and project appraisal helps to make and
demonstrate decision making which economical, environmental, social and ethical
aspects.
 The life cycle costing and value engineering study of project which has economical and
social aspects.
 The project management software and tools used for planning, scheduling, tracking and
report generation helps for the achieving the mile stone of project.

C325 Transportation Engineering-II

Justification:
1. It is very important for tracks to have proper geometric design in order to ensure the safe and
smooth running of trains at maximum permissible speeds, carrying the heaviest axle loads.
The knowledge of RDSO railway codes, investigations of materials property such as strength
parameters of aggregates and soil is necessary for design and analysis of railway track. The
course being more associated with geometric design and runway design, the student can able
to use modern software and design the geometry of railway and runway.
2. Airport Engineering encompasses the planning, design, and construction of terminals,
runways, taxiways and navigation aids to provide for safe passenger and freight movement.
In this regard, materials investigations with modern tools, knowledge on International Civil
Aviation organization (ICAO) codes, study of terminals, wind direction, deciding the length
of runway, taxiway and operating the air traffic will be major criteria for safe movement.
While deciding the location of airport it is necessary to keep the impact on society and
environment and to collect all this data proper communication and team work plays
important role.
 3. The course deals with planning and design of various components of railway, airport and
harbours. Hence it is essentially requires surveys and investigations with modern tools and
equipments which covers traffic survey, material investigations, finding the ideal alignment
with aerial or remote sensing photographs. During surveys, graduate will be to learn on
team work and good communication. The MxRail software will help in designing the
alignment and geometry of railway track.

C326 Steel Structural Design & Drawing

Justifications:
1. The course is based on steel structural design and drawing. Before drawing, the students have
to design the structure. The Industrial shed or Plate Girder is designed based on Limit state
method of Design.
Hence Medium weight is given to PO3 (Design)
2. Based on the design the Industrial shed can be drawn with the tool in AutoCADD for the
given external load. Since drawing is the main objective of the course, the high weight is
given to PSO3 (Tools)
C327 Mini project (Any subject in Civil Engg.)
Justification:
1. The Mini project gives an opportunity to the students to form a small group and work on
topic of their interest as mini project. The students work under the guidance of a guide of
their choice.
2. The mini project consists of carrying out literature survey, make theoretical formulation
and prepare the project report.
3. Finally candidates give the presentation of mini project to the guide.
C328 Field Training Report
Justification:
4. The Field Training gives an opportunity to the students to Visit the technical Civil
Engineering work of their interest.
5. The Field Training consists of carrying out literature survey, make technical
Communication and prepare the field training report.
6. Finally the training report is assessed by the guide/faculty.

C329-Pavement Analysis and Design (Self Learning Technical Course)

Justification:
1. Calculation of stresses in Flexible and Rigid pavements requires knowledge of layer
concept and analysis of stresses in rigid pavement due to wheel load and temperature
using Westergaard’s approach.
2. The design of flexible and rigid pavements involves the interplay of several field data,
such as, the wheel loads, traffic climate, terrain and subgrade conditions. Appropriate
guidelines such as IRC, CBR, and AASHTO will be chosen for optimum pavement
design.
3. A road pavement consists of multiple layers made of materials that may be different in
nature and strength. These materials act together as one in order to achieve their
purpose, hence the need of through investigations in necessary in pavement design.
4. The purpose of the distress surveys is to identify and quantify the amount and severity
of surface distress in a given type of pavement with modern tools. The results of the
distress survey are used along with other measured pavement characteristics to
establish a condition rating for the roadway segment.
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C411. DESIGN OF CONCRETE STRUCTURES – I
Justification:
1) The course deals with Design and Investigation . Hence POs 3 and PSOs 1 get higher
weighs.
2) Fundamental knowledge , investigation, Tools, Communication, ethics and Software are
necessary for design of RCC elements. Hence Pos 1,4,5 , 8,10 and PSOs 2,3 gets
medium weighs.
3) Sometimes in RCC design we perform analysis and investigation. Hence POs 2 contains
low weighs.

C412. QUANTITY SURVEYING & VALUATION

Justification
1. The course outcome of specifications is the most important information in all stages of
preparing tender documents, execution and billing of any Civil Engineering project. These
specifications are also important while analyzing the estimate or valuation of works. The
specifications are to be designed by civil engineer based on the output desired from the
project. The estimate is a tool for project appraisal. The investigation of quality of work is
based on specifications of works. The importance of ability to work in team is essential as
the estimating inputs are coming from different sources of planners, contractors and project
management consultants of a project.
2. The course outcome of Analysis of rates provides information of material, labour and
machineries required for the project. The quotation or tender can be filled or verified on the
basis of rate analysis. It also necessitates the ability to work in a team, as it requires market
survey, consultation with planners, designers and contractors.
3. The course outcome of valuation of land and building provides information regarding
valuation methods. The analysis of property in terms of location, use, taxes and
depreciation is required for problem analysis. The honesty of valuer is utmost essential.
4. The course outcome of professional ethics is mapped to knowledge as program outcome
as the information of the morality and laws governing our profession is essential. It is also
mapped to society because the professional ethics ensures development with sufficient care
about social issues. Professional ethics also recommend the ethical practice as program
outcome. The communication part of program outcome is taking care of human virtues as
respect towards each other.

C413. EARTHQUAKE ENGINEERING

1. Earthquake resistant buildings can sustain Earthquake efficiently but its Principles shall be
studied and considered at planning stage, applied at design stage and incorporated at
construction stage.
2. Earthquake is impending dynamic loads on structures which are in complex nature. So
dynamic analysis of structure will calculate the analytical structural parameters like
displacement, acceleration, Shear force, Bending moment, deformations. These parameters
are required for design.
3. To make the structures Earthquake resistant, different features are incorporated. It depends
on type of structure. The features & their incorporation methods are different for different
type of structures. This is also a societal benefit.
4. Earthquake forces are calculated which require analytical approach.
5. Knowledge of Codal provisions makes simple to implement them at actual site.
6. Ductility ensures the performance of structure during earthquake & controls the damage of
structures.
C414.Water Resources Engineering- II
Justification:
1) The course deals with planning, analysis and design of gravity and earth dams from first
principles. Hence Pos 1, 2, 3 and PSO 1 is assigned higher weights.
2) Canal design, canal structures, water logging and drainage of command areas are
discussed which have essentially some economical, environmental, social, ethical and
management aspects. Hence Pos 6, 7,8 and PSO 2 are given medium to less weighs.
3) The course being more associated with design of water works and water management,
the POs and PSO related to and research are assigned lighter weights.

C415A ELE- I Open Channel and River Hydraulics

 Rules to work out summary :

Let summation of all contribution factors in a column = sum
if sum > 5.0 then summary is High
if 5 ≥ sum > 3.5 then summary is Medium
if 3.5 ≥ sum ≥ 2 then summary is Low
 Graduate will utilize the basic knowledge of open channel flow and its principles along with
sediment transport theory and model analysis.
 Graduate will understand to solve the problems related to open channel design and sediment
transport.
 Graduates will investigate the types of flow and identify the characteristics and design the
problems which are useful for project work. Graduates will understand the basic concept of open
channel flow and types and measurements of flow in open channel.

4. C415B ELE- I Air Pollution and Control –

 Rules to work out summary :

Let summation of all contribution factors in a column = sum
if sum > 5.0 then summary is High
if 5 ≥ sum > 3.5 then summary is Medium
if 3.5 ≥ sum ≥ 2 then summary is Low
 Graduates will utilize basic knowledge for Air pollution laws and also analyze the sources of
pollution and will learn the handling of controlling equipments for regulating the emission
polluting in environment. Hence POs 1 have Higher weighs.
 Graduates will analyze the problems occurring due to pollution and to reduce these pollution
control equipments can be designed to make environment free pollution. Hence POs 2 and 7
have Medium weighs.
 Graduates will able to handle small projects where they can compare emission results from
various polluting industry. Hence POs 3,4, and 11 have Lower weighs.
C 415 C - ELECTIVE- I DESIGN OF FOUNDATIONS
Justification:
1) The estimation of bearing capacity will be more realistic if it is based on the field test.
Thus students shall be able to perform the field test with proper understanding of set up
on site and the concerned tools such as data acquisition system, application software etc.
Thus a moderate weight (5) is given to PO 4 (Investigation).
2) Investigation of suitability of the foundations for a given loading condition and the
subsoil strata is critical issue. After identifying the type of foundation, the analysis and
design of foundation shall be carried out. This course focuses more on the design aspects
of various types of foundation ( Shallow and Deep). Hence more weight (7) is given to
PO 2 (Problem analysis) and PO 3 (Design).

C 416 Seminar

C418. Field Training

 BE-CIVIL-PART-II
Design of Concrete Structures- II

Justification:
1. The course deals with Design, tools, Ethics . Hence Pos 3,5,8 and PSOs 1,2 contains higher
weighs.
2. Fundamental Knowledge, Problem analysis, Investigation, Communication and use of
Software for designing of RCC elements( Prestress and Post tensioning) is necessary.
Hence Pos 1,4,10 and PSOs 3 get medium weighs.
3. Sometimes it is necessary to carry out analysis. Hence Pos 2 it weighs low.

C422-CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES AND TOWN PLANNING

Justification:
1. The course outcome of Prepare layout of small towns provides information about the
principals and laws governing the layout preparation thereby providing sound bas for
the program outcome of Knowledge. It also helps to use tools for collecting the data
required for layout preparation as a part of program outcome of Investigation.
2. The course outcome of Inputs for town planning also provides the information of
various inputs such as land use, population forecasting, Town planning acts and land
acquisition acts as a part of program outcome of knowledge. The course outcome of
these inputs are also contributing to the program outcome of investigate as this
covers the various methods of investigation of these parameters. The collection of
these input parameters is required to be used effectively to create an output of town
planning project.
3. The course outcome of calculating the output of construction machinery is providing
knowledge regarding the efficiency of these equipments for performing their relevant
tasks enabling the decision maker to make suitable choice. The course outcome also
plays a major role in analyzing the construction scenario to calculate the no. of
equipments required and cost of performing job. The construction tools and their
selection is possible due to this course outcome.
4. The course outcome of construction, job, equipment and safety measures is
contributing to the sharing of information about these as part of the program outcome
of knowledge, which is essence of execution of construction projects on site. The use
of safety procedures and safety tools is also useful while delivering services with
paramount importance to safety at workplace.

C423A Traffic Engineering & Control (Elev-II)

Justification:
5. The course outcome deals with various traffic studies such as Traffic volume count survey,
parking survey accident studies etc. It requires knowledge on conducting the surveys,
technical team and modern equipment’s and software’s for data analysis. On the basis of
the analysis and interpretation various traffic improvement proposals are arrived.
6. The analysis of relationship between flow, density, and speed is necessary to arrive, the
speed regulations, deciding road capacity, widening proposals and to decide the level of
service.
7. Traffic control devices, such as signs, pavement markings, and traffic signals, are used to
regulate, warn and guide traffic movements on public roadways. Hence it is required to
know the various traffic control devices and their installation and applications in regulating
 the traffic movement smoothly. While deciding the traffic control device, it is necessary to
keep the some of the factors such as, the purpose served to society, sustainability under
different weather conditions and response of people.
8. Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) describe technology applied to transport and
infrastructure to transfer information between systems for improved safety, productivity
and environmental performance. This includes stand-alone applications such as traffic
management systems, information and warning systems installed in individual vehicles, as
well as cooperative ITS (C-ITS) applications involving vehicle to infrastructure and
vehicle-to-vehicle communications.
9. The course outcome includes demonstration of different advance traffic control
equipment’s and their applications in various locations such as urban and rural areas also
at Toll Plaza locations.

423B INFRASTRUCTURAL ENGINEERING-2014-15

Justification:
1. The infrastructure engineering is concept of gross developmental activites in which
detailed investigation is more in need. Every activity is of societal benefit but with
environmental consideration. So investigation, society, environment have got medium
weight. The weightage for PO’s 4,6 is high. PSO design is has got low weight.
2. Policy is the base for any infrastructural development. Economic growth is related to
infrastructure development. The knowledge of both will satisfy above Pos 1 & 4 with
high weightage.
3. Technology and system tools are useful to develop sustainable infrastructure is
systematic manner. Infrastructure management is facilitated by Information
Technology.

423C SOLID AND HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT-2015-16

Justification:
1. Course outcome of Solid waste management is dealing with the details of waste
generation then collection of waste and finally disposal. Various projects can be done
on these waste disposal methods. These concepts are very important for calculating
waste generation rate. So the process of designing collection system is contributing to
problem analysis program outcome.
2. Hazardous waste is also very important issue for disposal. Waste coming from various
industries is considered to be hazardous. Various projects also can be done for
hazardous waste management. Hazardous waste management is also important in
environment point of view hence it is considered as one of program outcome.
3. Design of various collecting systems for solid and hazardous waste is important.
Society and environment are very important in solid disposal. Projects can be done on
design and operation of these methods hence this is considered to be important project
outcome.

C423D- ELECTIVE –II DESIGN OF BRIDGES

Justifications:
1) Bridges are subjected to various loads. Evaluation of these loads shall be done as per
IRC bridge code. These loads are considered for the analysis and design of various
elements of superstructure and substructure of the bridge. Hence high weight (9) is
given to PO 2 (Problem analysis) and PO3 (Design)
2) Bridges are the most crucial element of the transportation system. Hence the safety
and stability of these structures shall be verified precisely. In order to ascertain the
 proper functioning of the bridge there shall be routine inspection and maintenance of
the bridges. Students shall be able to undertake the investigation of the bridges. Thus
the medium weight (6) is given to PO 4 (Investigate).

C424 A ELE-III Industrial Waste Treatment–

1. Rules to work out summary :
i. Let summation of all contribution factors in a column = sum
1. if sum > 5.0 then summary is High
2. if 5 ≥ sum > 3.5 then summary is
Medium
3. if 3.5 ≥ sum ≥ 2 then summary is Low
2. Graduates will investigate the Industrial waste effluent from various industries and can
decide proper technology for reducing pollution. Hence POs 4 have Higher weighs.
3. Graduates will analyze various characteristics of effluent and also suggest best
methodology for treatment of wastes. Hence POs 1 have Medium weighs.
4. Graduates will able to choose best option for designing wastewater plant for various
industries so that effluent discharged directly into river can be controlled. Hence POs 2,
3,6,7 and 11 have Lower weighs.

10. C424 B ELE-III Water Power Engineering–

 Rules to work out summary :

Let summation of all contribution factors in a column = sum
if sum > 5.0 then summary is High
if 5 ≥ sum > 3.5 then summary is Medium
if 3.5 ≥ sum ≥ 2 then summary is Low
 Graduates will utilize the basic knowledge of types of conventional and non conventional
energies and types of power plants and its working. Graduates will get basic knowledge of
power plant installation and their components. Also they will utilize these concepts for
project.
 Graduates will utilize the knowledge for society to know the consumption and demand for
future so effective utilization energy should be studied. Graduates will understand the basic
need of energy, its utilization in effective manner for society.

4.4 ADVANCED CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY

Justification:
1. Graduates will study different admixtures for different properties of concrete
through which they will acquire the knowledge of admixtures. The practical
use of admixtures in concrete can be investigated for desired properties.
2. Graduates will be able to select the appropriate type of special concrete for
different purpose can be studied by practical investigation on concrete. So PO’s
3. Designing the mix according to requirements which needs knowledge, problem
assessment with the environmental considerations.
4. Investigation is major part in any repair work. Proper knowledge is required to
use tools for repair & rehabilitation.
5. Quality control can be achived by continuous checking of system employed in
the projects.
6. Advanced testing is done by proper knowledge, tools & softwares.
 Class: B.E. Civil)-II
Sub.: Elective III:
C424D- OPTIMIZATION TECHNIQUES-2014-15
Justification:
1. Formulate and solve optimization problems and use the results in managerial decision
2. making process is of significance particularly for program outcome of Knowledge, as it is
essential part of all decision making situations. Maximization of desirable outcome or
minimization of undesirable output is also relevant to the program outcome of the problem
analysis. Sensitivity of various decision variables as response to constraints is a part of
investigation of behavior of the decision model. For all projects the formulation and
solution are key factors at decision making stage.
3. Apply optimization techniques in Civil Engineering problems such as transportation,
4. Water supply, etc. is another course outcome which helps in gaining the knowledge about
application of these techniques to real life situation. To decide suitability of these
techniques as tools for solving real life problems is also important in professional practice.
In all projects this application of optimization techniques is essential.
5. 3. The course outcome of making inventory calculation for Civil Engineering project is the
course outcome which is essential for inventory management decisions of order quantity
and frequency.

R.C.C. STRUCTURAL DESIGN AND DRAWING-II

Justification:
1) The course deals use of different IS codes with a view to keeping abreast with the rapid
development in the field of concrete technology and structural design. Various building
elements like slab, beams & columns can be analyzed and accordingly design to sustain
the specified loading conditions Hence POs 1, 2, & 12 and PSO 1 & 3 are assigned
higher weights.
2) Quality Assurance Measures can be incorporated to give due emphasis to good
practices in Construction work and Infrastructure which is a sign of developing and
developed nation which serve the society, hence POs 3, 5 & 6 and PSO 2 are assigned
medium weights.
3) The course being more associated with design structural elements as per IS provisions
the Pos 8 & 11are assigned lighter weights.

C426.Project work