Curriculum & Syllabus of B.E. Mechatronics Engineering: K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology Tiruchengode - 637 215

Curriculum & Syllabus
of
B.E. MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING

(For the batch admitted in 2010-11 onwards)
R 2010
K.S.RANGASAMY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY

TIRUCHENGODE – 637 215
(An Autonomous Institution affiliated to Anna University Chennai and approved by AICTE New Delhi)
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K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology

R 2010
- Autonomous Regulation
Department Mechatronics Engineering
Programme Code & MC : B.E. Mechatronics

Name Engineering
BoS Chairman Prepared By MC: B.E. MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING - REGULATION 2010 - SYLLABUS
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K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology, Tiruchengode - 637 215

Curriculum for the Programmes under Autonomous Scheme
Regulation R 2010
Department Department of Mechatronics Engineering
Programme Code & Name MC : B.E. Mechatronics Engineering
Semester I
Course Hours / Week Credit Maximum Marks
Course Name
Code L T P C CA ES Total
THEORY
10 MC 101 Technical English 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC 102 Engineering Mathematics I 3 1 0 4 50 50 100
Environmental Engineering
10 MC 103 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
(BT, CE, MC, ME, TT)
10 MC 104 Engineering Physics (BT, CE, MC, ME, TT) 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC 105 Elements of Electrical Engineering (MC) 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
Fundamentals of Programming
10 MC 106 3 1 0 3 50 50 100
PRACTICAL
Engineering Physics Laboratory
10 MC 107 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
Fundamentals of Programming Laboratory
10 MC 108 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
Total 18 2 6 23 800
Semester II
THEORY
10 MC 201 Communication Skills 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC 202 Engineering Mathematics II 3 1 0 4 50 50 100
10 MC 203 Material Science (MC, ME) 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC 204 Engineering Chemistry (BT, CE, MC, ME, TT) 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC 205 Engineering Graphics (BT, CE, MC, ME, TT) 2 0 3 4 50 50 100
10 MC 206 Basics of Electronics Engineering (BT, MC) 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
PRACTICAL
Engineering Chemistry Laboratory
10 MC 207 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
Engineering Practices Laboratory
10 MC 208 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
Total 17 1 9 24 800
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Semester III
Course Name
THEORY
10 MC 301 Engineering Mathematics III 3 1 0 4 50 50 100
10 MC 302 Electronic Devices and Circuits 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC 303 Engineering Materials and Metallurgy
3 0 0 3 50 50 100
(MC, ME)
10 MC 304 Engineering Mechanics (MC, ME) 3 1 0 4 50 50 100
10 MC 305 Manufacturing Technology 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC 306 Fluid Mechanics and Machinery (MC, ME) 3 1 0 4 50 50 100
PRACTICAL
10 MC 307 Electronic Devices and Circuits Laboratory 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
Fluid Mechanics and Machinery
10 MC 308 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
Laboratory
10 MC 309 Manufacturing Technology Laboratory 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
10 MC 310 Career Competency Development I 0 0 2 0 100 00 100
Total 18 3 11 27 1000
Semester IV
THEORY
10 MC 401 Numerical Methods (CE, EE, EI, MC) 3 1 0 4 50 50 100
10 MC 402 Electrical Drives and Power Electronics 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC 403 Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer 3 1 0 4 50 50 100
10 MC 404 Measurements and Instrumentation 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC 405 Strength of Materials (MC, ME) 3 1 0 4 50 50 100
10 MC 406 Digital Electronics 3 1 0 4 50 50 100
PRACTICAL
Electrical Drives and Power Electronics
10 MC 407 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
Laboratory
10 MC 408 Instrumentation Laboratory 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
10 MC 409 Strength of Materials Laboratory 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
10 MC 410 Career Competency Development II 0 0 2 0 100 00 100
Total 18 4 11 28 1000
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Semester V
Course Name
THEORY
Object Oriented Programming
10 MC 501 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
(EI, MC, ME)
10 MC 502 Design of Machine Elements 3 1 0 4 50 50 100
10 MC 503 Virtual Instrumentation (MC, EI) 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC 504 Theory of Machines 3 1 0 4 50 50 100
10 MC 505 Sensors and Transducers 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC 506 Microprocessors and Microcontrollers 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
PRACTICAL
10 MC 507 Modeling and Simulation Laboratory 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
Microprocessors and Microcontrollers
10 MC 508 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
Laboratory
Computer Aided Machine Drawing
10 MC 509 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
Laboratory
10 MC 510 Career Competency Development III 0 0 2 0 100 00 100
Total 18 2 11 26 1000
Semester VI
THEORY
10 MC 611 Hydraulic and Pneumatic controls 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC 612 Control Systems Engineering 3 1 0 4 50 50 100
10 MC 613 Programmable Logic Controller 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
Computer Aided Design and
10 MC 614 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
Manufacturing
10 MC E1* Elective I 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
Object Oriented Programming
10 CS 004 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
(EE, EI, MC, ME)
PRACTICAL
Hydraulic and Pneumatic controls
10 MC 6P1 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
Laboratory
Programmable Logic Controller
10 MC 6P2 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
Laboratory
Computer Aided Design and
10 MC 6P3 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
Manufacturing Laboratory
10 TP 0P4 Career Competency Development IV 0 0 2 0 100 00 100
Total 18 1 11 25 1000
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Semester VII
Course Name
THEORY
10 HS 003 Principles of Management 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
Metrology and Computer Aided
10 MC 711 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
Measurement
10 MC 712 Robotics and Machine Vision System 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC 713 Automobile Technology 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC 714 Embedded System 3 1 0 4 50 50 100
10 MC E2* Elective II 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
PRACTICAL
10 MC 7P1 Robotics and Machine Vision Laboratory 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
10 MC 7P2 Embedded System Laboratory 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
10 MC 7P3 Project Work - Phase I 0 0 4 2 100 00 100
10 TP 0P5 Career Competency Development V 0 0 2 0 100 00 100
Total 18 1 12 25 1000
Semester VIII
THEORY
10 HS 002 Total Quality Management 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC 811 Automotive Electronics 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E3* Elective III 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E4* Elective IV 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
PRACTICAL
10 MC 8P1 Project Work - Phase II 0 0 16 8 50 50 100
Total 12 0 16 20 500
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Course Name
Elective I
10 MC E11 Networking of Computers 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E12 Fundamentals of IT 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E13 Product Design and Costing 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E14 Artificial Intelligence and Expert Systems 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E15 Reliability and Quality Engineering 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E16 Digital Signal Processing 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E17 Composite Materials 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
Elective II
10 MC E21 Digital Image Processing 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E22 Statistical Quality Control 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E23 VLSI Design 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E24 Design of Material Handling Equipments 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E25 Finite Element Analysis 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E26 Medical Electronics 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E27 IT Essentials 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
Elective III
10 MC E31 Refrigeration and Air-conditioning 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E32 Rapid Prototyping 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E33 CIM and FMS 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E34 Industrial Electronics 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E35 Adaptive Control in Mechatronics System 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E36 MEMS and NEMS 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E37 IC Engines 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
Elective IV
10 MC E41 Entrepreneurship Development 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E42 Marketing Management 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E43 Operations Research 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E44 Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E45 Industrial Safety Engineering 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E46 New and Renewable Energy Sources 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
10 MC E47 Nano Technology 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
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Mechatronics
Department Programme Code & Name MC: B.E. Mechatronics Engineering
Engineering
Semester VII
Hours / Week Credit Maximum Marks
Course Code Course Name
L T P C CA ES Total
10 HS 003 PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
Knowledge on the principles of management is essential for all kinds of people in all kinds of
organizations. After studying this course, students will be able to have a clear understanding
Objective(s)
of the managerial functions like planning, organizing, staffing, leading and controlling.
Students will also gain some basic knowledge in international aspect of management.
1 HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT Total Hrs 9
Definition of Management – Science or Art – Management and Administration – Development of Management
Thought – Contribution of Taylor and Fayol – Functions of Management – Types of Business Organisation.
2 PLANNING Total Hrs 9
Nature & Purpose – Types of Plans – Steps involved in Planning – Objectives – Setting Objectives – process of
Management by Objectives – Strategies, Policies & Planning Premises – Forecasting – Decision making.
3 ORGANISING Total Hrs 9
Nature and purpose – Formal and informal organization – Organization Chart – Structure and Process –
Departmentation by difference strategies – Line and Staff authority – Benefits and limitations – De-
Centralization and Delegation of Authority – Staffing – Selection process – Techniques – HRD – Managerial
Effectiveness.
4 DIRECTING Total Hrs 9
Scope – Human Factors – Leadership – Types of Leadership – Motivation – Hierarchy of needs – Motivation
Theories – Motivational Techniques – Job Enrichment – Communication – process of Communication –
Barriers and Breakdown – Effective Communication – Electronic media in Communication.
5 CONTROLLING Total Hrs 9
System and process of Controlling – Requirements for effective control – the Budget as Control Technique –
Information Technology in Controlling – Use of computers in handling the information – Productivity – Problems
and Management – Control of Overall Performance – Direct and preventive Control – Reporting – The Global
Environment – Globalization and Liberalization – International Management and Global theory of Management.
Total hours to be taught 45
Text book (s) :
1 Harold Kooritz & Heinz Weihrich, “Essentials of Management”, Tata McGraw-Hill, 1998.
2 Joseph L Massie, “Essentials of Management”, Prentice Hall of India, (Pearson) Fourth Edition, 2003.
Reference(s) :
1 Tripathy PC And Reddy PN, “Principles of Management”, Tata McGraw Hill, 1999.
Decenzo David, Robbin Stephen A, “Personnel and Human Reasons Management”, Prentice Hall of
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India, 1996.
3 JAF Stomer, Freeman R. E and Daniel R “Gilbert Management”, Pearson Education, Sixth Edition, 2004.
4 Fraidoon Mazda, “Engineering Management”, Addison Wesley, 2000.
5 Prasad L.M, “Principles of Management”, Sultan Chand & Sons Ltd, 2003.
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Department Programme Code & Name MC : B.E. Mechatronics Engineering
Engineering
Semester VII
L T P C CA ES Total
METROLOGY AND COMPUTER
10 MC 711 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
AIDED MEASUREMENT
To understand the concept of Metrology. To learn about Metrology instruments and
Objective(s) application for various measurements. To introduce concept of computer applications in
Metrology.
1 GENERAL CONCEPT OF MEASUREMENTS Total Hrs 08
Definition – Standards of measurement – Errors in measurement. Limits, Fits and Tolerances-Interchangeability
and Selective assembly. Accuracy and Precision - Calibration of instruments. Principles of light interference –
Interferometer.
2 LINEAR AND ANGULAR MEASUREMENTS Total Hrs 10
Slip gauges, Micrometers, Vernier caliper, Dial gauges and Surface plates. Comparators: Mechanical,
Electrical, Pneumatic and Optical comparator. Angular measuring instruments: Sine bar, Bevel Protractor,
Angle gauges, Spirit level, Autocollimators, Angle dekkor and Clinometer.
MEASUREMENT OF SURFACE FINISH AND MEASURING
3 Total Hrs 10
MACHINES
Surface finish: Definitions, Types of Surface Texture, Surface roughness measurement methods-Comparison,
Profilometers, Pneumatic and Replica method. Measuring Machines: Length bar measuring machine-Optical
projection comparator- Tool makers microscope – Measurement of flatness, straightness and roundness.
4 METROLOGY OF SCREW THREADS AND GEARS Total Hrs 09
Internal/External Screw thread: Terminology, Measurement of various elements of threads – Thread
micrometer method. Two wire and Three wire methods. Gear Terminology, Measurement of various elements –
Constant chord method, Base tangent method, Plug method – Parkinson gear tester.
5 COMPUTER AIDED AND LASER METROLOGY Total Hrs 08
Co-ordinate Measuring Machine (CMM): Constructional features, types, Applications of CMM and Errors in
CMM. Universal Measuring Machine (UMM) – LASER Micrometer, LASER Interferometer, LASER Scanning
gauge – Image shearing Microscope.
Text book(s) :
1. R.K. Jain. “Engineering Metrology”, Khanna publishers. 2009.
Reference(s):
1. Gupta. I.C. “A Text Book of Engineering metrology”, Dhanpat Rai and sons, 1994.
2. G.N.Galyer F.W. and C.R.Shotbolt, “Metrology for Engineers”, ELBS, 1990.
3. “ASTE Handbook of Industries Metrology”, Prentice Hall of India Ltd., 1992.
4. R.K. Rajput. “Engineering Metrology and Instrumentation”, Kataria &Sons Publishers, 2010.
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Engineering
Semester VII
L T P C CA ES Total
ROBOTICS AND MACHINE
10 MC 712 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
VISION SYSTEM
The course aims to provide a detailed appreciation of the concepts of robotics in the context
of manufacturing industry. It is undertaken with particular on kinematics of robots and the
Objective(s) interpretation of sensory information. This gives a detailed discussion about the basics of
robot and its components. Kinematic analysis and machine vision also introduced which is
very much required in the emerging field of automation.
1 INTRODUCTION AND ROBOT COMPONENTS Total Hrs. 9
Introduction - basic structure - classification of robot and robotic systems - laws of robotics - robot motions work
space - precision of movement- power transmission systems - gear transmission, belt drives, cables, roller
chains, link, rotary to linear motion conversion, rack and pinion drives, ball bearing screws, speed reducers -
hydraulic systems - servo motors - stepper motors.
2 KINEMATICS OF ROBOT Total Hrs. 9
Introduction - matrix representation - homogeneous transformation matrices - representation of transformations
– Inverse of transformation matrices - forward and inverse kinematics of robots - degeneracy - dexterity.
3 SENSORS AND END EFFECTORS Total Hrs. 9
Position sensors – potentiometers, encoders – Linear Variable Differential Transducer, velocity sensors,
acceleration sensors, force, pressure and torque sensors, touch and tactile sensors, proximity, range and sniff
sensors. Mechanical grippers - types of gripper mechanisms - grippers force analysis - other types of grippers -
vacuum cups - magnetic grippers - adhesive grippers
4 IMAGE PROCESSING TECHNIQUES Total Hrs. 9
Machine vision introduction – image processing and image analysis, image acquisition - sampling and
quantisation - levels of computation. Image processing techniques – segmentation - thresholding – connectivity
- noise reduction - edge detection - region growing and region splitting - binary morphology and gray
morphology operations.
5 FEATURE EXTRACTION Total Hrs. 9
Geometry of curves - texture and texture analysis - image resolution – depth and volume, color processing -
object recognition by features - depth measurement, specialised lighting techniques - image data compression
- Real time image processing - application of vision systems.
Text book(s) :
Saeed B. Niku, “Introduction to Robotics:Analysis, Systems, Applications”, 2nd edition, Pearson
1.
Education India, PHI 2003 (ISBN 81-7808-677-8)
2. Ramesh Jain, Rangachari Kasturi, Brain G. Schunck, “Machine Vision”, Tata McGraw Hill, 1991.
Reference(s):
1. M.P.Groover, “Industrial Robotics-Technology, Programming and Applications”,McGraw Hill, USA., 1986
2. Yorem Koren, “Robotics for Engineers”, McGraw Hill, USA. 1987.
3. P.A. Janaki Raman,” Robotics and Image Processing”, Tata McGraw Hill, 1991
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Mechatronics
Engineering
Semester VII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC 713 AUTOMOBILE TECHNOLOGY 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To impart knowledge in various components, parts of automobile and their functions.
To study the application of turbocharger, 3-way catalytic converter used in automobile.
Objective(s)
To enhance the knowledge in the field of alternative fuel sources like bio-fuels, CNG, and LPG,
which are used in fuel for automobiles.
1 VEHICLE STRUCTURE AND ENGINES Total Hrs 9
Classification of Automobiles - Vehicle Construction – Chassis – Frame and Body –aerodynamics. Components
of Engine – Their forms, Functions and Materials - Review of Cooling and Lubrication systems in Engine –
Introduction to Turbo Charging – Engine Emissions - 3–Way Catalytic Converter.
2 ENGINE AUXILIARY SYSTEMS Total Hrs 9
Carburettor–working principle- Fuel injection system –Disel Fuel Injector – Construction, Operation and
Maintenance of Lead Acid Battery - Electrical systems – Battery, Alternator – Starting Motor and Drives –
Lighting and Ignition systems (Battery, Magneto Coil) – Regulators - cut outs.
3 TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS Total Hrs 9
Clutch – Types and Construction – Gear Boxes, Manual and Automatic – Simple Floor Mounted Shift
Mechanism – Over Drives – Transfer Box Fluid flywheel-Torque convertors– Propeller shaft – Slip Joint –
Universal Joints – Differential and Rear Axle – Hotchkiss Drive and Torque Tube Drive.
4 WHEEL, STEERING, BRAKES AND SUSPENSION Total Hrs 9
Wheels and Tyres – Wheel Alignment Parameters - Steering Geometry and Types of steering gear box– Power
Steering – Types of Front Axle – Suspension systems – Braking Systems – Types and Construction.
5 ALTERNATIVE FUEL SOURCES Total Hrs 9
Alcohol: Ethanol, Methanol, Production, fuel properties, methods of using alcohols in diesel engine, emulsion,
fumigation, dual fuel injection. Spark ignition, surface ignition – Use of ethanol in petrol engine. Hydrogen: Use
of hydrogen in SI engine, manifold injection, cylinder injection, safety methods.LPG / CNG: Usage in petrol
engine, diesel engine modifications. . Biodiesel: Problems of vegetable oils as fuel for C.I engine,
transesterification process, fuel properties, advantages and disadvantages .
Text book (s) :
1 Sethi H.M, “Automobile Technology”, Tata McGraw-Hill-2003
2 Kirpal Singh “Automobile Engineering,12th edition, Vol. 1& 2, Standard Publishers, New Delhi, 2011
Reference(s) :
1 Crouse and Anglin “Automotive Mechanism”, 9th Edition. Tata McGraw-Hill, 2003.
2 Newton, Steeds and Garet, “Motor vehicles”, Butterworth Publishers, 1989.
3 Srinivasan.S , “ Automotive Mechanics” 2nd edition, 2003, Tata McGraw-Hill.
4 Joseph Heitner, “Automotive Mechanics”, 2nd edition, East-West Press, 1999.
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Engineering
Semester VII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC 714 EMBEDDED SYSTEM 3 1 0 4 50 50 100
This course provides a detailed knowledge of embedded system architecture and its
Objective(s)
application in Mechatronics system.
1 INTRODUCTION TO EMBEDDED SYSTEM Total Hrs. 12
Introduction to functional building blocks of Embedded Systems (ES) – Processor Embedded into a system –
Single purpose processor – Embedded hardware units and devices in a system – software tools for designing
an ES – Embedded System on chip - Challenges in designing Embedded System.
2 PROCESSOR ARCHITECTURE AND MEMORY ORGANIZATION Total Hrs. 12
Structural units in most advanced processor- ARM Processor Architecture – Instruction set – SHARC
Processor.
Memory Organization: Instruction Level Parallelism – Pipelined and Superscalar Units – Performance Metrics -
shared memory, DMA. - Memory management - Cache mapping techniques, dynamic allocation –
Fragmentation.
3 DEVICES AND COMMUNICATION BUSES FOR DEVICES NETWORK Total Hrs. 12
Types of Input / Output devices – Synchronous, Iso-synchronous and Asynchronous serial communication
devices – Wireless Devices – Timer and Counting Devices – Watch dog Timer.
Serial communication Network using I2C, CAN, USB and Advanced High speed Buses – Parallel
Communication network using ISA, PCI, PCI-X, ARM and Advanced High Speed Buses.
4 INTERRUPT SERVICE MECHANISM (ISM) Total Hrs. 12
Types of Interrupt - Programmed I/O Busy wait approach without ISM – ISR Concept – Interrupt Handling
Mechanism – Context Switching - Interrupt latency – Interrupt Service Deadline - preventing Interrupt overrun,
disability interrupts - interrupt driven I/O - writing interrupt service routine in C & assembly languages.
5 REAL TIME OPERATING SYSTEM (RTOS) Total Hrs. 12
Operating System Services – Kernel - Process Management – Device Management – File and I/O Subsystem
Management – RTOS Task Scheduling Models – Shared Data Problem – Semaphores - OS Security Issues.
Case Studies: Embedded System in Automobile – Adaptive Cruise Control Systems – Smart card.
Text book(s) :
P.Rajkamal, “Embedded System – Architecture, Programming and Design”, Tata McGraw Hill Publishing
1.
Co. Ltd, 2012.
Daniel W.Lewis, ”Embedded System Design – A Unified Hardware & Software Introduction”, John Wiley,
2.
2009.
Reference(s):
Frank Vahid, Tony Givargis, “Embedded System Design – A Unified Hardware & Software Introduction”,
1.
Wiley India pvt ltd, 2010.
Danial D Galsi, Frank vahid, Sanju Narayan, Jie Gong, “Specification and Design of Embedded System”,
2.
Pearson Education, 2011.
Ajay V. Deshmukh, “Microcontrollers Theory and Applications, “Tata McGraw Hill Publishing company
3.
Ltd, New Delhi 2005.
Grehan Moore and Cyliax, “Real Time Programming: A guide to 32 bit Embedded Development”,
4.
Addison Wesley – Longman, 1998.
5. Heath Steve, “Embedded Systems Design”, Newnes, 2005.
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Engineering
Semester VII
L T P C CA ES Total
ROBOTICS AND MACHINE VISION
10 MC 7P1 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
LABORATORY
To equip students with different robot knowledge and also several transformations in articulated
Objective(s)
robot with continuous programming exercises and machine vision techniques.
1. Study of different types of robots based on configuration and application.
2. Study of different types of links and joints used in robots.
3. Study of components of robots with drive system and end effectors.
4. Verification of transformation (Position and orientation) with respect to gripper and world coordinate system.
5. Robot programming exercises
(Point-to-point and continuous path programming)
6. Signal conversion of sensing and digitising the images using sampling and quantisation analysis.
7. Windowing and digital conversion techniques of the captured component image for data reduction process.
8. Threshold, connectivity, noise reduction and edge detection of the component image for further segmentation
analysis of the component.
9. Texture analysis of the captured image for feature extraction process.
10. Depth and volume analysis of the component in feature extraction techniques to pick the component.
11. Analysis of colour inspection to differentiate the components while doing the pick and place operation of the
desired component.
12. Template matching such as pattern matching and geometric matching exercises for the component
recognition to pick the component using grippers
Text book(s) :
Saeed B. Niku, “Introduction to Robotics: Analysis, Systems, Applications”, 2nd edition, Pearson
1
Education India, PHI 2003 (ISBN 81-7808-677-8)
2 Ramesh Jain, Rangachari Kasturi, Brain G. Schunck, “Machine Vision”, Tata McGraw Hill, 1991
Reference(s):
M.P.Groover, “Industrial Robotics-Technology, Programming and Applications”, McGraw Hill, USA.
1.
1986.
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Engineering
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L T P C CA ES Total
EMBEDDED SYSTEM
10 MC 7P2 0 0 3 2 50 50 100
LABORATORY
To acquire the knowledge of basics of embedded system and develop the skill on
Objective(s)
programming.
1. Real time operating system solutions with KEIL tools – Introduction
2. Program to perform 8bit and 16bit Arithmetic operation using KEIL IDE.
3. Program to perform search and replacement a number using KEIL IDE.
4. Program to check the status of PORT1 (8051) signal using LEDs.
5. Interfacing and programming of 8 Channel 12 Bit ADC
6. Interfacing and programming of Dual Slope ADC
7. Program to demonstrate Serial communication on UART.
8. Interfacing and Programming of Seven Segment Display
9. Program to Perform Logic Controller Interface
10. Program to Perform Stepper Motor Interface
11. Program to Perform Traffic Lights Interface
12. DC motor speed and position control using ARM Processor
13. Real Time Data Acquisition System using ARM Processor
14. Flash controller programming- Data flash with erase, verify, fusing through ATMEL/INTEL tools.
Text book(s) :
1. Sriram V.Iyer, Pankaj Gupta, “Embedded Real Time Systems Programming”, Tata McGraw Hill, 2004
2. Daniel W.Lewis, “Fundamentals of Embedded Software”, Prentice Hall of India, 2004.
Reference(s):
P.Rajkamal, “Embedded System – Architecture, Programming and Design”, Tata McGraw Hill Publishing
1.
Co. Ltd, 2008
Frank Vahid, “Embedded System Design – A Unified Hardware & Software Introduction”, John Wiley,
2.
2002.
Burns, Alan and Wellings, “Real – Time Systems and Programming Language”, Second edition, Harlow:
3.
Addison Wesley – Longman, 1997.
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Engineering
Semester VII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC 7P3 PROJECT WORK – PHASE I 0 0 4 2 50 50 100
The objective of the Project Work - Phase I is to enable the students in convenient groups of
not more than 4 members and to search for related area in which the members are going to do
Objective(s)
their project. Project Work - Phase I involves in identifying right project work, acquiring
knowledge on that area, making preliminary works towards phase II of the project work.
• Three reviews have to be conducted by the committee of minimum of three members
one of which should be the guide
• Problem should be selected
Methodology • Students have to collect about 20 papers related to their work
• Report has to be prepared by the students as per the format
• Preliminary implementation can be done if possible
• Internal evaluation has to be done for 100 marks
Total Hrs 60
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Department Programme Code & Name
Engineering Engineering
Semester VII
Hours/Week Credit Maximum Marks
L T P C CA ES Total
CAREER COMPETENCY
10 TP 0P5 0 0 2 0 100 00 100
DEVELOPMENT V
Objective(s) To enhance employability skills and to develop career competency
Unit – 1 Written and Oral Communication Hrs
Self Introduction – GD – HR Interview Skills – Corporate Profile Review
Practices on Company Based Questions and Competitive Exams 6
Materials: Instructor Manual
Unit – 2 Verbal & Logical Reasoning
Unit – 3 Quantitative Aptitude
Unit – 4 Data Interpretation and Analysis
Unit – 5 Programming & Technical Skills – Part 2
Arrays – Linked List – Stack – Queues – Tree – Graph 6
Practices on Algorithms and Objective Type Questions
Total 30
Evaluation Criteria
S.No. Particular Test Portion Marks
Evaluation 1 15 Questions each from Unit 1, 3 4 & 5
1 60
Written Test ( External Evaluation)
Evaluation 2 - GD and HR Interview
2 20
Oral Communication (External Evaluation by English, MBA Dept.)
Evaluation 3 –
3 Internal Evaluation by the Dept. – 3 Core Subjects 20
Technical Interview
Total 100
Note:
• Instructor can cover the syllabus by Class room activities and Assignments(5 Assignments/week)
• Instructor Manual has Class work Questions, Assignment Questions and Rough Work pages
• Each Assignment has 20 Questions for Unit 1,2,3,4 & 5 and Unit 5 and 5 Questions from Unit 5(Algorithms)
• Evaluation has to be conducted as like Lab Examination.
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L T P C CA ES Total
10 HS 002 TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To understand the Total Quality Management concept and principles and the various tools
Objective(s) available to achieve Total Quality Management, statistical approach for quality control, ISO
and QS certification process and its need for the industries.
1 INTRODUCTION Total Hrs 9
Definition of Quality, Dimensions of Quality, Quality Planning, Quality costs - Analysis Techniques for Quality
Costs, Basic concepts of Total Quality Management, Historical Review, Principles of TQM, Quality Council,
Quality Statements, Deming Philosophy, Barriers to TQM Implementation.
2 TQM PRINCIPLES Total Hrs 9
Customer satisfaction, Customer Perception of Quality, Customer Complaints, Service Quality, Customer
Retention, Employee Involvement, Empowerment, Teams, Recognition and Reward, Performance Appraisal,
Benefits, Continuous Process Improvement, Juran Trilogy, PDSA Cycle, 5S, Kaizen, Supplier Partnership,
Partnering, sourcing, Supplier Selection, Supplier Rating, Relationship Development, Performance Measures-
Basic Concepts, Strategy.
3 STATISTICAL PROCESS CONTROL (SPC) Total Hrs 9
The tools of quality, Statistical Fundamentals, Measures of central Tendency and Dispersion, Population and
Sample, Normal Curve, Control Charts for variables and attributes, Process capability, Concept of six sigma,
New Management tools.
4 TQM TOOLS Total Hrs 9
Benchmarking, Reasons to Benchmark, Benchmarking Process, Quality Circle, Quality Function Deployment
(QFD). House of Quality, QFD Process, Benefits, Taguchi Quality Loss Function, Total Productive Maintenance
(TPM), Concept, Improvement Needs, FMEA–Stages, Types.
5 QUALITY SYSTEMS Total Hrs 9
Need for ISO 9000 Quality Systems, ISO 9001:2008 ISO 14000 Quality Systems, Elements Concepts,
Implementation, Documentation, Quality Auditing, Requirements and Benefits, Non Conformance report, Case
Studies on Educational System.
Text book (s) :
1 Dale H.Besterfiled, et al., “Total Quality Management”, Pearson Education Asia, 1999. (Indian reprint
2002).
Reference(s) :
James R.Evans & William M.Lidsay, “The Management and Control of Quality”, (5th Edition), South-
1
Western (Thomson Learning), 2002.
2 Feigenbaum.A.V. “Total Quality Management”, McGraw Hill, 1991.
3 Jayakumar.V, Total Quality Management”, Lakshmi Publications, 2006.
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Engineering
Semester VIII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC 811 AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRONICS 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To acquire knowledge in the vehicle sensors, ignition and injection systems in the field of
Automobiles. To create a knowledge to the students to understand and create various
Objective(s)
electronics control of Automotive Systems. To understand the principles of comfort, safety
systems and advanced vehicle technologies of automobiles.
1 VEHICLE SENSORS Total Hrs. 9
Introduction: Working principle of sensors - Throttle position sensor(TPS), Manifold absolute pressure
sensor(MAP), Mass air flow sensor(MAF), Engine coolant temperature sensors (ECT), Vehicle speed
sensors(VSS), Crankshaft position sensors(CPS), Exhaust gas oxygen sensor(EGO), Knock sensors.
2 IGNITION AND INJECTION Total Hrs. 9
Ignition Systems: Ignition fundamental, Electronic ignition Systems. Programmed ignition, Distribution less
ignition, Direct ignition, IGBTs automotive ignition- Spark plugs – Injection Systems – Throttle body injection –
Multipoint fuel injection – Sequential fuel injection – Petrol fuel injection – Diesel fuel injection.
3 ENGINE MANAGEMENT Total Hrs. 9
Introduction: Combined Ignition and Fuel Management Systems – Exhaust Emission Control – Control of diesel
emissions – Complete vehicle control systems – New developments in engine management system.
4 SAFETY AND COMFORT Total Hrs. 9
Antilock brakeing system – Traction control system ––Electric Seats, mirrors and sun-roofs – Central locking
and electric windows - Cruise control - Electric power steering - electronic clutch – Electronic suspension
system - airbags and seat belt tensioners.
5 ADVANCED VEHICLE TECHNOLOGY Total Hrs. 9
Gasoline Direct Injection.- electronic control of automatic transmission – Keyless entry – Tyre pressure warning
- Noise control – Reverse sensing / parking aid – Car navigation system – Telematics - Global Positioning
System .
Text book(s) :
1. Tom Denton, Automobile Electrical and Electronic systems, BH Publication, Third edition. 2004.
Reference(s):
1. Allan Bonnick, Automotive computer controlled systems, Kindle Edition, 2012.
2. William B. Ribbens, “Understanding Automotive Electronics”, Butterworth-Heinemann, Burlington, 2003.
Barry Hollembeak, “Automotive Electricity, Electronics & Computer Controls”,
3.
Delmar Publishers, 2001.
4. Bosch Automotive Hand Book, 8th Edition, 2011.
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Mechatronics Programm e26e Code &
Department MC: B.E. Mechatronics Engineering
Engineering Name
Semester VIII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC 8P1 PROJECT WORK – PHASE II 0 0 16 8 50 50 100
The objective of the project work is to enable the students in convenient groups of not more
than 4 members on a project involving theoretical and experimental studies related to the
branch of study. Every project work shall have a guide who is the member of the faculty of the
institution. Six periods per week shall be allotted in the time table and this time shall be utilized
by the students to receive the directions from the guide, on library reading, laboratory work,
Objective(s)
computer analysis or field work as assigned by the guide and also to present in periodical
seminars on the progress made in the project. Each student shall finally produce a
comprehensive report covering background information, literature survey, problem statement,
project work details and conclusion. This final report shall be typewritten form as specified in
the guidelines.
• Three reviews have to be conducted by the committee of minimum of three members
one of which should be their project guide.
• Progress of project has to be monitored by the project guide and committee regularly.
• Each review has to be evaluated for 100 marks.
• Attendance is compulsory for all reviews. If a student fails to attend review for some
Methodology valid reasons, one more chance may be given.
• Final review will be carried out by the committee that consists of minimum of three
members one of which should be their project guide (if possible include one external
expert examiner within the college).
• The project report should be submitted by the students around at the first week of
April.
Total Hrs 240
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MC : B.E. Mechatronics
Department Mechatronics Engineering Programme Code & Name
Engineering
Elective I
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E11 NETWORKING OF COMPUTERS 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To understand the concepts of data communications, study the functions of different layers,
Objective(s) Introduce IEEE standards employed in computer networking; make the students to get
familiarized with different protocols and network components.
1 DATA COMMUNICATIONS Total Hrs 9
Components – Direction of Data flow – networks – Components and Categories – types of Connections –
Topologies –Protocols and Standards – ISO / OSI model – Transmission Media – Coaxial Cable – Fiber Optics.
2 DATA LINK LAYER Total Hrs 9
Error – detection and correction – Parity – LRC – CRC – Hamming code – Flow Control and Error control - stop
and wait – go back-N ARQ – selective repeat ARQ- sliding window – HDLC. - LAN - Ethernet IEEE 802.3 -
IEEE 802.4 - IEEE 802.5 - IEEE 802.11.
3 NETWORK LAYER Total Hrs 9
Internetworks – Packet Switching and Datagram approach – IP addressing methods – Subnetting – Routing –
Distance Vector Routing – Link State Routing – Routers.
4 TRANSPORT LAYER Total Hrs 9
Duties of transport layer – Multiplexing – Demultiplexing – Sockets – User Datagram Protocol (UDP) –
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) – Congestion Control.
5 APPLICATION LAYER Total Hrs 9
Domain Name Space (DNS) – SMTP – FTP – HTTP – WWW.
Text book (s) :
1 Behrouz A. Forouzan, “Data communication and Networking”, Tata McGraw-Hill, 2004.
Reference(s):
James F. Kurose and Keith W. Ross, “Computer Networking: A Top-Down Approach Featuring the
1
Internet”, Pearson Education, 2003.
2 Larry L.Peterson and Peter S. Davie, “Computer Networks”, Harcourt Asia Pvt. Ltd., Second Edition
3 Andrew S. Tanenbaum, “Computer Networks”, PHI, Fourth Edition, 2003.
4 William Stallings, “Data and Computer Communication”, Sixth Edition, Pearson Education, 2000.
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Mechatronics MC : B.E. Mechatronics
Department Programme Code & Name
Engineering Engineering
Elective I
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E12 FUNDAMENTALS OF IT 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To introduce the fundamentals of computer hardware and system software and to introduce
Objective(s)
basic TDBMS concepts.
1 COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE AND SYSTEM SOFTWARE Total Hrs 9
Fundamentals of Computer Architecture – Organization of Small Computer – Execution of the Instructions –
Input/output Devices – Measure of CPU Performance – Addressing modes – System Software – Assemblers –
Loaders and linkers – Compilers and interpreters.
2 OPERATING SYSTEMS AND COMPUTER NETWORKS Total Hrs 9
Operating system – memory management – Process management – File System Management – File
Permissions – New Technology File System – Device Management – Computer Networks – Motivation and
need for Computer Networks – Network topology – The OSI model – Important Routing devices – Types of
Networks.
3 RDBMS AND DATABASE DESIGN Total Hrs 9
Introduction to DBMS – data processing – the database technology – data models – RDBMS – ER modeling
concept – Notations – Normalization – Need for Normalization – Process of Normalization – Types of Normal
forms.
4 SQL Total Hrs 9
SQL – The purpose of SQL – History of SQL – Data types – Statement Types – DDL statements – DML
statements – Views – DCL statements – Embedded SQL – Best Practices.
5 OLTP CONCEPTS Total Hrs 9
OLTP – Purpose – Transaction – Transaction Systems – Transaction Properties – Requirements for an OLTP
System – Locks – Granularity of Locking – Intent Looking – Dead Lock – Time stamping – Security & Recovery
Transaction log.
Text book (s) :
Foundation Program Books Vol-1 and Vol-2, Infosys.
Reference(s) :
1 Andrew S. Tanenbaum, Structured Computer Organization, PHI, 3rd ed., 1991.
2 Silberschatz and Galvin, Operating System Concepts, 4 th ed., Addision-Wesley, 1995.
3 Henry F Korth, Abraham Silberschatz, Database System Concept, 2 nd ed McGraw-Hill International
editions, 1991.
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Mechatronics
Department Program Code & Name MC: B.E. Mechatronics Engineering
Engineering
Elective I
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E13 PRODUCT DESIGN AND COSTING 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To enable the student to understand the several aspects of the design process and to apply
Objective(s) them in practice. Also to train the student in the concept of product costing and other product
development economics in product design.
1 PRODUCT DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT Total Hrs. 8
Principles of creativity in design- product development planning-planning process– Product analysis – Criteria
for product design – Market research – Design for customer and design for manufacture – Product life cycle.
CUSTOMER NEEDS AND PRODUCT
2 Total Hrs. 8
ARCHITECTURE
Customer satisfaction-voice of customer, types of customer needs, customer need model-organizing and
prioritizing customer needs. Product architecture- architecture types-implication-establishing. Product
modularity- types
3 PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS Total Hrs. 9
Elements of economic analysis- quantitative analysis- qualitative analysis. Economic Analysis Process- building
of a base case financial model - sensitivity analysis - project trade-offs - influence of the qualitative factors on
project success.
4 COST ESTIMATION Total Hrs. 10
Estimation of labour and total costs for simple machining works such as turning, drilling, shaping, planning,
milling, grinding. Estimation of cost for cast welded, moulded and forged components.
5 WORK STUDY AND ERGONOMICS Total Hrs. 10
Method study-definition-objectives-motion economy principles-tools and techniques-applications work
measurement – purpose - use - procedure techniques - standard time - Ergonomics-tools Principles –
applications.
Text book(s) :
Karl T. Ulrich, Steven D. Eppinger, “Product design and development”, Tata Mc Graw-Hill edition, third
1.
edition, 2003.
Reference (s):
Kevin otto, Kristin wood, “Product design techniques in reverse engineering and new product
1.
development”, Pearson education, second edition, 2004.
2. Jones S.W., “Product Design and Process Selection”, Butterworth Publications, 1973
3. George E. Dieter, “Engineering Design – Materials and process approach”, Tata McGraw-Hill, 1991
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Mechatronics
Engineering
Elective I
L T P C CA ES Total
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND EXPERT
10 MC E14 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
SYSTEMS
To present the concepts of intelligent agents, searching, knowledge and reasoning, planning,
Objective(s)
Learning and expert systems.
1 INTRODUCTION Total Hrs. 9
Introduction to AI: level of the model – criteria for success – problem defining, characteristics –production
systems, characteristics –issues in the design of search programs. Heuristic search techniques; generate-and-
test, hill climping, best-first search –problem reduction.
2 KNOWLEDGE REPRESENTATION Total Hrs. 9
Representations and mappings, approaches, issues, representing simple facts in logic, instance and ISA
relationships, computable functions and predicates, resolution , natural deduction, procedural versus
declarative knowledge, logic programming.
3 PLANNING AND LEARNING Total Hrs. 9
Planning; components of planning system, goal stack planning, nonlinear planning using constraint posting,
hierarchical planning, reactive systems. Learning, rote learning, learning by taking advice, explanation based
learning, formal learning theory, neural net and genetic learning.
4 AI in ROBOT VISION Total Hrs. 9
Introduction – steering an automobile– two stages of robot vision– image processing; averaging, edge
enhancement, combining edge enhancement with averaging, region finding, using image attributes Other Than
Intensity. Scene analysis; interpreting lines and curves in the image, model- Based vision. stereo vision and
depth analysis.
5 EXPERT SYSTEMS Total Hrs. 9
Definition – Features of an expert system – Organization – Characteristics – representing and using domain
knowledge – expert system shells – Knowledge acquisition. Perception and action; real-time search,
perception, action.
Text book(s) :
1. Elaine Rich, “Artificial Intelligence”, McGraw-Hill, Third edition, 2009.
2. Nils J. Nilsson, “Artificial Intelligence”, Morgan Kaufman publishers, 2007.
Reference (s):
1. Charniac. E and M.C.Dermott., “Introduction to Artificial Intelligence”, Addison Wesley Publishing
Company, 2002.
2. M. W. Richaugh, “Artificial Intelligence, A. Knowledge Based Approach”, PWS Rent Publishing Boston,
1998.
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Mechatronics
Engineering
Elective I
L T P C CA ES Total
RELIABILITY AND QUALITY
10 MC E15 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
ENGINEERING
To understand the Quality concepts and principles and the various tools available to achieve
Objective(s) Quality, the statistical approach for quality control. Create awareness about reliability and its
need for the industries.
Definition of Quality- Method of control, chance, causes, assignable causes, SQC benefits and limitations.
Quality assurance, Quality management, quality control, quality circles, normal curve, measure of dispersion,
Distributions: Binomial, Poisson, Geometric, Hyper geometric, Gamma distribution. Poisson as an
approximation to the binomial, normal, approximation to the Binomial. Review of Probability theorems – Six
sigma.
2 THEORY OF CONTROL CHARTS Total Hrs. 9
Sample as an estimate of universal process control, control charts for variables – X bar and R charts, standard
deviation charts, run up and run down ,process capability studies ,control charts for attributes ,fraction defective
and number of defective charts, chart sensitivity, control charts for non conformities-C and U charts.
3 ACCEPTANCE SAMPLIING Total Hrs. 9
Fundamental concepts and terms, OC curves, AQL, LTPD, AOQL sampling plans, Simple, double, multiple and
sequential sampling plans, stratified sampling for variables, Dodge –Roming sampling plans, bulk sampling
problem using Dodge –Roming and BIS code books – Case studies.
4 RELIABILITY Total Hrs. 9
Definition, mean fracture rate, mean time to failure, meantime between failure, hard rate, hazard models.
Constant hazard, linearly increasing hazard, weibull model, system reliability, series, parallel, and mixed
configuration, simple problems.
5 RELIABILITY IMPROVEMENT Total Hrs. 9
Reliability improvement, redundancy, element, unit and stand by redundancy, reliability allocation for a series
system, maintainability and availability, system down time, reliability and maintainability trade - off, simple
problems.
Text book(s) :
1. Grantt, “Statistical Quality Control”, Mc Graw Hill, ISE.,1998
2. Srinath L.S., “Concepts in Reliability Engineering”, Eastwest Press Ltd., New Delhi, 1991
Reference (s):
1. Jerry Banks, “Principles of Quality Control”, John Wiley, 1990
2. Montgomery D.C., “Introduction to Statistical Quality Control”, John Wiley, 1994
3. Gupta R.C., “Statistical Quality Control”, Khanna Publishers, 1998
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Mechatronics Programme Code &
Department MC: B.E. Mechatronics Engineering
Engineering Name
Elective I
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E16 DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
This subject emphasizes on digital signals and systems processing imparting the students in
Objective(s) the aspects of frequency analysis, algorithms, time systems and its structures. It will create the
knowledge of design the digital files and its application in the digital signal processing.
1 SIGNALS AND SYSTEMS Total Hrs 9
Basic elements of digital signal Processing - Concept of frequency in continuous time and discrete time signals
- Sampling theorem - Discrete time signals - Discrete time systems - Analysis of Linear time invariant systems -
Direct and Inverse Z transforms - Convolution and correlation.
2 FREQUENCY ANALYSIS OF SIGNALS AND SYSTEMS Total Hrs 9
Frequency analysis of continuous time signals (Periodic and Aperiodic) - Frequency analysis of discrete time
signals (Periodic and Aperiodic) - Frequency domain characteristics of LTI systems – Linear time Invariant
systems as frequency selective filters.
3 TRANSFORMS AND COMPUTATION Total Hrs 9
Discrete Fourier Transform - Properties of DFT - use of the DFT in linear filtering - Frequency analysis of
signals using DFT.
Computation: FFT Algorithms - radix 2 - Application of FFT Algorithms - Quantization error in FFT algorithm.
4 IMPLEMENTATION OF DISCRETE TIME SYSTEM Total Hrs 9

Structures for the realization of Discrete Time Systems - Structure for FIR systems - Structure for IIR Systems -
Representation of Numbers - Quantization of Filter Coefficients - Round Off Effects in Digital Filters.
5 DESIGN OF DIGITAL FILTER Total Hrs 9
Symmetric and Antisymmetric FIR filter - Design of linear phase FIR filter using windows - Frequency sampling
method - Design of Hilbert transformers - IIR filter design by approximation of derivatives - Impulse invariance -
bilinear transformation - frequency transformations.
Text book (s) :
1 John G Proakis and Dimtris G Manolakis, “Digital Signal Processing Principles, Algorithms and
Application”, PHI/Pearson Education, 2009, 4th Edition.
Reference(s):
1 Alan V Oppenheim, Ronald W Schafer and John R Buck, “Discrete Time Signal Processing”,
PHI/Pearson Education, 2007, 2nd Edition.
2 Johny R.Johnson, “Introduction to Digital Signal Processing”, Prentice Hall of India/Pearson Education,
2002.
3 Sanjit K.Mitra, “Digital Signal Processing: A Computer – Based Approach”, Tata McGraw-Hill, 2006,
Third Edition.
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Mechatronics
Engineering
Elective I
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E17 COMPOSITE MATERIALS 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To learn limitations of conventional materials, provide knowledge in various types of fiber and
Objective(s) polymers; study the various manufacturing methods, mechanics and design of composite
materials.
Limitations of conventional materials – definition of composite materials – types, characteristics and
applications.
2 MATERIALS Total Hrs 9
Fiber – Materials – Fiber reinforced plastics – thermoset polymers – Coupling agents, fillers and additives –
Metal Matrix and Ceramic composites.
3 MANUFACTURING Total Hrs 9
Fundamentals – bag moulding – compression moulding – pultrusion – filament winding – other manufacturing
process – quality inspection and non-destructive testing.
4 MECHANICS AND PERFORMANCE 9
Introduction to micro-mechanics – unidirectional lamina – laminates – intervlaminar stresses – static
mechanical properties – fatigue properties – impact properties – environmental effects – fracture mechanics
and toughening mechanisms, damage prediction, failure modes.
5 DESIGN Total Hrs 9
Failure predictions – design considerations – joint design – codes – design examples. Optimization of
laminated composites – Application of FEM for design and analysis of laminated composites.
Text book :
P.K.Mallicak, “Fiber-reinforced composite: Materials, Manufacturing and Design”, 3 rd Edition, CRC press ,
1.
Nov 2007, ISBN : 0849342058
Ronald F Gibson, “Principles of Composite Material Mechanics”, second edition, CRC press, Taylor &
2.
Francis group, 2007
References :
Michael W Hyer, “Stress Analysis of Fiber – Reinforced Composite Materials”, DEStech Publications, Inc.
1.
2008, ISBN: 193207886X
Bhagwan.D. Agarwal, Lawrence.J.Broutman and K.Chandrasekara , “Analysis and Performance of Fiber
2.
Composites”, John Wiley and Sons,3rd Edition, 2006, ISBN: 0471268917
F.Matthews & R.Rawlings, “Composite Materials, Engineering and Science”, Woodhead Publishing, New
3.
edition, 1999, ISBN:1855734737
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Mechatronics
Engineering
Semester VII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E21 DIGITAL IMAGE PROCESSING 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To extract the information present in the digital image using transform and processing
Objective(s)
techniques.
1 DIGITAL IMAGE FUNDAMENTALS Total Hrs 9
Elements of digital image processing systems, Vidicon and Digital Camera working principles, Elements of
visual perception, brightness, contrast, hue, saturation, mach band effect, Color image fundamentals - RGB,
HSI models, Image sampling, Quantization, dither, Two-dimensional mathematical preliminaries, 2D transforms
– Discrete Fourier Transform.
2 IMAGE ENHANCEMENT Total Hrs 9
Histogram equalization and specification techniques, Noise distributions, Spatial averaging, Directional
Smoothing, Median, Geometric mean, Harmonic mean, Contraharmonic mean filters, Homomorphic filtering,
Colour image enhancement.
3 IMAGE RESTORATION Total Hrs 9
Image Restoration - degradation model, Unconstrained restoration - Lagrange multiplier and Constrained
restoration, Inverse filtering-removal of blur caused by uniform linear motion, Wiener filtering, Geometric
transformations-spatial transformations.
4 IMAGE SEGMENTATION Total Hrs 9
Edge detection, Edge linking via Hough transform – Thresholding - Region based segmentation – Region
growing – Region splitting and Merging – Segmentation by morphological watersheds – basic concepts – Dam
construction – Watershed segmentation algorithm.
5 IMAGE COMPRESSION Total Hrs 9
Need for data compression, Huffman, Run Length Encoding, Shift codes, Arithmetic coding, Vector
Quantization, Transform coding, JPEG standard, MPEG. .
Text book (s) :
1 Rafael C. Gonzalez, Richard E. Woods, “Digital Image Processing”, Pearson, Second Edition, 2009.
2 Anil K. Jain, “Fundamentals of Digital Image Processing”, Pearson 2010.
Reference(s) :
1 Kenneth R. Castleman, “ Digital Image Processing”, Pearson, 2006.
D,E. Dudgeon and RM. Mersereau, “Multidimensional Digital Signal Processing”, Prentice Hall
2
Professional Technical Reference, 1990.
3 William K. Pratt, “Digital Image Processing”, John Wiley, New York, 2002.
Milan Sonka et aI, “Image Processing, Analysis and Machine vision”, Brookes/Cole, Vikas Publishing
4
House, 2nd edition, 1999.
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Mechatronics
Engineering
Semester VII
L T P C CA ES Total
STATISTICAL QUALITY
10 MC E22 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
CONTROL
To provide knowledge on sampling procedures and application of control charts to measure
Objective(s)
and improve the quality of products and processes.
Probability concepts - Review of distribution - Normal, Poison‟s, and Binomial, Problems – Measurement of
quality and control - Value and quality - Quality costs - Quality assurance.
2 CONTROL CHARTS FOR VARIABLES Total Hrs 10
Chance and assignable causes of quality variation - Control charts for variables - X-bar, R, and σ - charts -
Warning and modified control limits - Process capability study – Ranges - Moving Averages and Six σ - limits -
multivariate charts.
3 CONTROL CHARTS FOR ATTRIBUTES Total Hrs 8
Limitations of variable chart - p-chart - problems with variable sample size - np-chart, c- chart, u-chart, kuchart.
4 ACCEPTANCE SAMPLING Total Hrs 10
Economics of sampling - Lot formation - OC-Curve – Producer’s and Consumer’s risk - Single and double
sampling plans - AOQ, AOQL, ATI, ASN, Sequential sampling plan - MIL – STD – 1050 tables - MIL – STD –
414 tables - IS 2500 Standard.
5 QUALITY IMPROVEMENT Total Hrs 9
Zero defects program - Quality circle - Fishbone diagram - scatter diagram - Pareto Analysis - Deming cycle -
Introduction to Reliability function - System reliability of series, parallel, and combined configurations -
Reliability improvement techniques.
Text book (s) :
Grant E.L. and Leavensworth, “Statistical Quality Control”, Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing Company, New
1
Delhi, 2006.
Reference(s) :
1 Douglas C. Montgomery, “Statistical Quality Control”, John Wiley and Sons, New Delhi, 2004.
2 Sharma S.C., “Inspection Quality Control and Reliability”, Khanna Publishers, New Delhi (1998).
3 Srinath L.S “Reliability Engineering”, Affiliated East west Press, 1998.
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Mechatronics
Engineering
Semester VII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E23 VLSI DESIGN 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To learn the CMOS process technology and CMOS circuits. To learn the concepts of esigning
Objective(s) VLSI subsystems. To learn techniques of chip design using HDL. To learn the concepts of
chip level testing
1 CMOS PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY Total Hrs. 9
An overview of Silicon semiconductor technology - Basic CMOS technology: n well, p well, Twin-Tub and SOI -
CMOS Process Enhancements: Interconnects - Circuit Elements: Resistors, capacitors, Electrically alterable
ROMs and Bipolar transistors - Layout Design Rules and Latch up prevention.
2 MOS TRANSISTOR Total Hrs. 9
nMOS, pMOS Enhancement transistor, Threshold voltage, Body effect - MOS device design equations:
channel length modulation, Mobility variation - MOS models: small signal AC characteristics - Complementary
CMOS inverter DC characteristics, Noise Margin, Rise time, fall time, power dissipation - Transmission gate
and tri-state inverter.
3 CMOS DESIGN METHODS Total Hrs. 9
Design strategies: structural design strategies, hierarchy, regularity, modularity, locality - CMOS Chip Design
Options: programmable logic, programmable logic structures, reprogrammable gate arrays, XILINX
programmable gate array, sea-of-gate and gate array design, standard-cell design, full-custom design,
symbolic layout, sticks layout - Placement routing, floor planning and design economics.
4 CMOS TESTING Total Hrs. 9
Need for testing - Manufacturing test principles: fault models, observability, controllability, fault coverage,
automatic test pattern generation - Design strategies for test: Design for Testability and scan-based test
techniques.
5 SPECIFICATION USING VERILOG HDL Total Hrs. 9
Basic Concepts: Typical Design flow, design methodologies, modules and ports, instances, operators, strings,
identifiers and key words, data types, arrays memories parameters - Gate level modeling, Data flow modeling,
and Behavior modeling - Procedural assignments, timing controls, conditional statements, multiway branching,
loops, sequential and parallel block - tasks and function, examples: multiplexer and 4-bit counter.
Text book(s) :
1. Neil Weste and Kamran Eshrachian, CMOS VLSI Design: A Circuits and Systems Perspective, third
edition, Addison Wesley, 2005.
2. Samir Palnitkar; Verilog HDL - Guide to Digital design and synthesis, III edition, Pearson Education,
2003.
Reference (s):
1. M.J.S.Smith : Application Specific integrated circuits, Pearson Education, 1997.
2. Wayne Wolf, Modern VLSI Design, Pearson Education 2003.
3. Uyemura J.P: Introduction to VLSI circuits and systems, Wiley 2002.
4. J . Bhasker : Verilog HDL Primer, BSP, 2002.
5. E. Fabricious , Introduction to VLSI design, McGraw-Hill 1990.
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Engineering
Semester VII
L T P C CA ES Total
DESIGN OF MATERIAL
10 MC E24 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
HANDLING EQUIPMENTS
To understand the concept of material handling equipments. To get idea for selection of
Objective(s) proper material handling equipments. To learn the evaluation and design of material handling
equipments.
1 MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT Total Hrs 5
Types, selection and applications
2 DESIGN OF HOISTS Total Hrs 10
Design of hoisting elements: Welded and roller chains - Hemp and wire ropes - Design of ropes, pulleys, pulley
systems, sprockets and drums, Load handling attachments. Design of forged hooks and eye hooks - crane
grabs - lifting magnets - Grabbing attachments - Design of arresting gear - Brakes: shoe, band and cone types.
3 DRIVES OF HOISTING GEAR Total Hrs 10
Hand and power drives - Traveling gear - Rail traveling mechanism - cantilever and monorail cranes - slewing,
jib and luffing gear - cogwheel drive - selecting the motor ratings.
4 CONVEYORS Total Hrs 10
Types - description - design and applications of Belt conveyors, apron conveyors and escalators Pneumatic
conveyors, Screw conveyors and vibratory conveyors
5 ELEVATORS Total Hrs 10
Bucket elevators: design - loading and bucket arrangements - Cage elevators - shaft way, guides, counter
weights, hoisting machine, safety devices - Design of form lift trucks.
Text book (s) :
1 Rudenko, N., Materials handling equipment, Envee Publishers, 1970.
2 Spivakovsy, A.O. and Dyachkov, V.K., Conveying Machines, Volumes I and II, MIR Publishers, 1985.
Reference(s) :
1 Alexandrov, M., Materials Handling Equipments, MIR Publishers, 1981
2 Tech. P.S.G., “Design Data Book”, Kalaikathir Achchagam, Coimbatore, 2003
(Note: Approved Design Data Book is permitted for examination)
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Engineering
Semester VII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E25 FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To understand the principles involved in discretization and finite element approach. To learn
Objective(s)
to form stiffness matrices and force vectors for simple elements
Basics, historical background, FEM applications, General field problems in engineering, Modelling – discrete
and continuous models. Boundary and initial value problems.
2 CALCULUS OF VARIATIONS Total Hrs 9
Variational formulation in finite elements, Weighted residual methods-Galerkin method, sub domain method,
method of least square and collocation method, numerical problems.
3 ONE DIMENSIONAL PROBLEMS Total Hrs 9
Finite element modelling – coordinates and shape functions –applications to axial loadings of rods – extension
to plane trusses – problems from heat transfer and solid mechanics – Heat transfer through simple fins,
composite wall.
4 TWO DIMENSIONAL PROBLEMS Total Hrs 9
Finite element modeling – CST elements – Element equations, load vectors and boundary conditions –
assembly – applications to scalar variable problems such as torsion, heat transfer etc.
5 ISOPARAMETRIC ELEMENT FORMULATION Total Hrs 9
Natural coordinates – ISO parametric elements – element shapes functions – Element equations – Gaussian
quadrature – Examples.
Text book (s) :
Chandrupatla T R and Belegundu A D,”Introduction to Finite Elements in Engineering”, Pearson
1
Education, Third Edition – 2006.
2 Logan D L,”A First Course in the Finite Element Method”, Fifth Edition, Thompson Learning, 2012.
Reference(s) :
1 David V Hutton, “Fundamentals of Finite Element Analysis”, McGraw Hill Int. Ed., New Delhi, 2004.
2 Rao S S,”The Finite element Method in Engineering”, Pergammon Press, 2005.
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Engineering
Semester VII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E26 MEDICAL ELECTRONICS 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
Objective:
• To provide an acquaintance of the physiology of the heart, lung, blood circulation and
circulation respiration.
Objective(s)
• To introduce the student to the various sensing and measurement devices.
• To bring out the important and modern methods of imaging techniques and knowledge
of medical assistance / techniques and therapeutic equipments.
ELECTRO-PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOPOTENTIAL Total Hrs. 9
1
RECORDING
The origin of Biopotentials; biopotential electrodes; biological amplifiers; ECG,EEG, EMG, PCG, EOG, lead
systems and recording methods, typical waveforms and signal characteristics
BIO-CHEMICAL AND NON ELECTRICAL PARAMETER Total Hrs. 9
2
MEASUREMENTS
pH, PO2, PCO2, PHCO3, colorimeter, photometer, Auto analyzer, Blood flow meter, cardiac output, respiratory
measurement, Blood pressure, temperature, pulse, Blood cell counters.
3 HUMAN ASSIST DEVICES Total Hrs. 9
Cardiac pacemakers, DC Debrillators, Dialyser, Heart Lung Machine, Artificial ventilators, Anesthetic Machine.
4 PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND BIO-TELEMETRY Total Hrs. 9
Diathermies- Short-wave, ultrasonic and microwave type and their applications, Medical stimulator, Telemetry
principles, frequency selection, Bio-telemetry, tele-stimulation and tele-medicine, Electrical Safety.
5 RECENT TRENDS IN MEDICAL INSTRUMENTATION Total Hrs. 9
Thermography, endoscopy unit, Laser in medicine, cryogenic application, Basic ideas of CT scanner – MRI and
ultrasonic scanner, Centralized patent monitoring system.
Text book(s) :
1. Arumugam .M, “Bio Medical Instrumentation”, Anuradha agencies Pub., 2007.
Reference(s):
Khandpur R.S., “Handbook of Bio-Medical instrumentation”, Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing Co Ltd., New
1.
Delhi, 2003.
Cromwell, Leslie, Weibell. Fred J. and Pfeiffer. Erich A., “Bio-Medical Instrumentation and
2.
Measurements”, Second Edition, Pearson Education, New Delhi, 2002.
3. Webster J., “Medical Instrumentation”, John Wiley & Sons, New York, 2009.
Anandanatarajan.R., “Biomedical Instrumentation and Measurements”, PHI Learning Private Limited,
4.
New Delhi ,2011
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Engineering
Semester VII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E27 IT ESSENTIALS 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
Objective(s) To introduce and various essential concepts of IT
1 ANALYSIS OF ALGORITHMS Total Hrs 9
Introduction of ADA – Code Tuning Techniques – Analysis of Algorithms – Analysis of Some Known Algorithms
– Algorithmic Techniques – Linear search – Binary search – Bubble sort – Quick sort – Merge sort – Selection
sort – Insertion sort – Intractable Problems.
2 OBJECT ORIENTED CONCEPTS Total Hrs 9
Introduction to Object oriented concepts – Advanced concepts in Object oriented technology – relationship –
Inheritance – Abstract classes – Polymorphism – Object oriented design methodology – Recent trends in OO
Technology.
3 SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT METHODOLOGY Total Hrs 9
System Development Methodology – Evolution of Software – Software Development Models – Requirement
Analysis and Design – Software Construction – Software Testing – Software Quality.
4 CLIENT SERVER CONCEPTS Total Hrs 9
Client server computing – Back Ground – Client Server Technologies – Middle ware technologies –
Introduction to Web Technology.
5 WEB TECHNOLOGIES & USER INTERFACE DESIGN Total Hrs 9
The world wide web – Web Application – Security in Applications – issues in web based application –
Introduction to User interface Design (UID) – The elements of UID –UID Tips and techniques – Good Vs Bad
User Interface – Reports.
Text book (s) :
1 Foundation Program Books Vol-2 and Vol-3, Infosys.
Reference(s) :
Brad J.Cox, Andrew J.Novobilski, Object – Oriented Programming – An evolutionary approach, Addison –
1
Wesley, 1991
Alfred V.Aho,John E.Hopcroft, Jeffrey D.Ullman, Design and Analysis of Computer Algorithms, Addison
2
Wesley Publishing Co., 1998
3 Rojer Pressman, Software Engineering-A Practitioners approach, McGraw Hill, 5th ed., 2001
4 Wilbert O.Galitz, Essential Guide to User Interface Design, John Wiley, 1997
5 Alex Berson, Client server Architecture, Mc Grew Hill International, 1994
6 Dromey R.G., How to solve it by Computers, PHI, 1994
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Engineering
Semester VII
Hours / Cre
Course Maximum Marks
Course Name Week dit
Code
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E31 REFRIGERATION AND AIR-CONDITIONING 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To impart knowledge in the thermodynamics concepts into the analysis of refrigeration cycles.
Objective(s) To create awareness to the students on psychrometry process, parameters to be considered for
designing Refrigeration & Air-conditioning equipments.
Total
1 REFRIGERATION CYCLE 9
Hrs
Thermodynamic principles of refrigeration. Concept of Air refrigeration system. Vapour compression
refrigeration cycle - use of P-H charts - multistage and multiple evaporator systems – cascade system - COP
comparison. Vapour absorption refrigeration system. Ammonia water and Lithium Bromide water systems.
Steam jet refrigeration system.
Total
2 REFRIGERANTS AND SYSTEM COMPONENTS 9
Hrs
Compressors - reciprocating & rotary (elementary treatment.) - condensers - evaporators - Refrigerants -
properties - selection of refrigerants, Alternate Refrigerants, Refrigeration plant controls – testing and charging
of refrigeration units. Applications to refrigeration systems – ice plant – food storage plants - milk -chilling
plants – refrigerated cargo ships.
Total
3 PSYCHROMETRY 9
Hrs
Psychrometric processes- use of psychrometric charts - - Grand and Room Sensible Heat Factors – bypass
factor - requirements of comfort air conditioning - comfort charts - factors governing optimum effective
temperature, recommended design conditions and ventilation standards.
Total
4 AIR CONDITIONING 9
Hrs
Air conditioning equipments – air cleaning and air filters - humidifiers - dehumidifiers - air washers –
condenser– cooling tower and spray ponds - elementary treatment of duct design - air distribution system.
Thermal insulation of air conditioning systems. - applications: car, industry, stores, and public buildings
Total
5 COOLING LOAD CALCULATIONS 9
Hrs
Types of load - design of space cooling load - heat transmission through building. Solar radiation - infiltration -
internal heat sources (sensible and latent) - outside air and fresh air load - estimation of total load - Domestic,
commercial and industrial systems - central air conditioning systems.
Text book (s) :
1 Arora. C.P., "Refrigeration and Air Conditioning", Tata McGraw-Hill, New Delhi, Third Edition, 2010.
R.S.Khurmi & J.K.Gupta, “A textbook of Refrigeration and Air-conditioning”, S.Chand & Company, New
2
Delhi, 2003.
Reference(s) :
Jordon and Prister, “Refrigeration and Air Conditioning”, Prentice Hall of India PVT Ltd., New Delhi,
1
1985.
2 Stoecker N.F and Jones, "Refrigeration and Air Conditioning", TMH, New Delhi, 1981
3 Roy.J Dossat, “Principles of Refrigeration”, Pearson Education 1997
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Mechatronics
Engineering
Semester VIII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E32 RAPID PROTOTYPING 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
• To understanding of a class of rapid prototyping (RP) technologies for rapid product
Objective(s) development, including reverse engineering and rapid tooling.
• To know a holistic view of various applications of these technologies in relevant fields.
Definitions, evolution, CAD for RPT, Product design and rapid product development, conceptual design, detail
design, prototyping, Fundamentals of RP systems, 3D solid modelling software and their role in RPT, creation
of STL file.
2 LIQUID BASED RP PROCESSES Total Hrs. 9
Liquid based RP systems: Stereo lithography (SLA)-principle-process parameters-process details-machine
details- applications Solid Ground Curing - Principle- process parameters-process details-machine details,
Applications.
3 SOLID BASED RP PROCESSES Total Hrs. 9
Fusion Deposition Modeling - Principle- process parameters-process details-machine details, Applications.
Laminated Object Manufacturing - Principle- process parameters-process details-machine details, Applications.
4 POWDER BASED RP PROCESSES Total Hrs. 9
Powder based RP systems: Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) - Principle- process parameters-process details-
machine details - Applications. 3-Dimensional Printers - Principle- process parameters-process details-machine
details, Applications, and other Concept Modelers like Thermo jet printers, Sander’s model maker.
RAIPD PROTOTYPING APPLICATIONS AND RAPID Total Hrs. 9
5
TOOLING
Rapid prototyping applications and examples: Casting processes, finishing processes, applications in design,
applications in aerospace, automotive, biomedical, jewelry, coin, tableware etc. industries - Rapid Tooling:
Principles and typical process for quick batch production of plastic and metal parts through quick tooling.
Reverse Engineering – 3D scanning-3D digitising and Data fitting.
Total hours to be taught
Text book(s) :
Chua C K, Leong K F, and Lim C S, “Rapid Prototyping : Principles and Applications”, World Scientific,
1.
Singapore,2003
2. Pham D.T & Dimov.S.S, “Rapid manufacturing” , Springer-Verlag, London, 2001
Reference(s):
1. Cooper K G , “Rapid Prototyping Technology: Selection and Application”, Mercel Dekker Inc., NY., 2001
T. Wohlers, Rapid Prototyping & Tooling State of the Industry, Annual Report, Wohlers Assoicates,
2.
1996-2009
Jacobs P.F., “ Stereolithography and other Rapid Prototyping & Manufacturing Technologies”,
3.
McGrawHill ,New york,1996
4. Hilton P.D., “ Rapid Tooling” Marcel Dekkar, 2000
P.K. Venuvinod and Weiyin Ma, Rapid Prototyping – Laser-based and Other Technologies, Kluwer
5.
Academic Publishings, Boston, 2004
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Engineering
Semester VIII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E33 CIM AND FMS 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To understand the concept and techniques of computer integrated manufacturing
To learn about group technology and computer aided process planning
Objective(s)
To learn about the computer aided planning, control and monitoring
To learn about the integrated manufacturing system
Fundamentals – External communication – Automation strategies – Fundamental concepts in manufacturing
and automation – manufacturing automation protocol- Marketing engineering- production planning.
GROUP TECHNOLOGY AND COMPUTER AIDED PROCESS
2 Total Hrs 9
PLANNING
Introduction-part families-parts classification and coding – DCLASS and MCLASS and OPTIZ coding systems -
group technology machine cells-benefits of group technology. Process planning function CAPP - Computer
generated time standards.
3 COMPUTER AIDED PLANNING AND CONTROL Total Hrs 8
Production planning and control-cost planning and control-inventory management-Material requirements
planning (MRP)-shop floor control-Factory data collection system-Automatic identification system-barcode
technology automated data collection system.
4 COMPUTER MONITORING Total Hrs 10
Types of production monitoring systems-structure model of manufacturing process-process control & strategies
direct digital control-supervisory computer control-computer in QC - contact inspection methods-non-contact
inspection method - integration of CAQC with CAD/CAM.
5 INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING SYSTEM Total Hrs 10
Definition - application - features - types of manufacturing systems-machine tools-materials handling system
computer control system - DNC systems manufacturing cell. Flexible manufacturing systems (FMS) - concept-
transfer systems - head changing FMS-variable mission manufacturing system - CAD/CAM system-Rapid
prototyping - Artificial Intelligence and Expert system in CIM.
Text book (s) :
1 Groover, M.P., "Automation, Production System and CIM", Prentice-Hall of India, New Delhi, 2005.
Reference(s) :
1 David Bedworth, "Computer Integrated Design and Manufacturing", TMH, New Delhi, 1998.
2 Yorem Koren, "Computer Integrated Manufacturing Systems", McGraw Hill, 1983.
3 Ranky, Paul G., "Computer Integrated Manufacturing", Prentice Hall International 1986.
R.W. Yeomamas, A. Choudry and P.J.W. Ten Hagen, "Design rules for a CIM system", North Holland
4
Amsterdam, 1985.
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Mechatronics
Engineering
Semester VIII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E34 INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To introduce the application of electronic devices for conversion, control and conditioning of
Objective(s)
electric power and study the characteristics of DC and AC drive.
1 SEMICONDUCTOR POWER DEVICES Total Hrs 9
Basic characteristics and working of Power Diodes, Diac, SCR, Triac, Power Transistor, MOSFETs, IGBT, and
GTO.
2 RECTIFIERS AND INVERTERS Total Hrs 9
Single phase rectifiers: Working principles of half wave rectifier with resistive load, full wave rectifier with
resistive – capacitive load, with resistive – inductive load, with large inductive load and transformer leakage
inductance.
Three phase rectifiers: Working principles of half wave rectifier with resistive load, full wave rectifier, double Y
type rectifier with interface transformer.
Inverters: Voltage and current driven inverters.
3 POWER SUPPLIES Total Hrs 9
Principle of operation of choppers. Step up, Step down and reversible choppers. High frequency electronic
ballast, Switch Mode Power Supply: Fly back converter, forward/buck converter, Boost converter and buck-
boost converter. Uninterruptible Power Supply.
4 MOTOR CONTROL Total Hrs 9
Introduction - Speed control methods for DC motors (phase controlled converters and choppers), three phase
induction motors.
5 STEPPER MOTORS AND HEATING CONTROL Total Hrs 9
Variable reluctance, Permanent magnet and hybrid stepper motors. Resistance heating control, Induction
heating control and Dielectric heating control.
Text book (s) :
Industrial Electronics: S.K. Bhattacharya / S Chatterjee, Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing Company Limited,
1
2010.
2 Power Electronics by P.C. Sen, Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing, New Delhi, 2008.
Reference(s) :
1 Modern Digital Electronics by R.P. Jain, McGraw Hill Publication, 2010.
2 Industrial Electronics, G.K.Mithal, Khanna Publishers, New Delhi – 1994.
3 Industrial Electronics, Noel Morris, TMH, New Delhi , 1999.
4 Industrial Electronics, T.E.Kissell, PHI Learning, New Delhi - 2011
5 Industrial Electronics, K.Sourirajan, JJ Publications - 2000
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Engineering
Semester VIII
L T P C CA ES Total
ADAPTIVE CONTROL IN
10 MC E35 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
MECHATRONICS SYSTEMS
The course has two main objectives:
• To provide a knowledge of existing algorithms for adaptive control, with a basic
Objective(s) understanding of their stability properties and of how to implement them;
• To provide the theoretical foundations of the field and to introduce the student to
research in adaptive control.
Adaptive control - Basic approach and applications - Error analysis: linear systems - Gradient and normalised
gradient algorithms - Convergence properties
2 DIRECT ADAPTIVE CONTROL Total Hrs. 9
Linear error equations with dynamics. Gradient and pseudo-gradient algorithms. Positive real transfer functions.
Kalman-Yacubovitch-Popov lemma. Passivity theory. Direct model reference adaptive control. Stability proofs.
3 INDIRECT ADAPTIVE CONTROL Total Hrs. 9
Pole placement control. Model reference control. Predictive control. Indirect adaptation. Singularity regions.
4 PARAMETER CONVERGENCE Total Hrs. 9
Persistency of excitation conditions. Generalised harmonic analysis and sufficient richness conditions.
Averaging methods of approximation and analysis
5 ROBUSTNESS AND DISTURBANCE REJECTION Total Hrs. 9
Mechanisms of instability. Methods to improve robustness. Averaging analysis and tuned values, Adaptive
internal model principle. Integral control and adaptive bias cancellation. Periodic disturbances.
Text book(s) :
S. Sastry and M. Bodson, Adaptive Control: Stability, Convergence, and Robustness, Prentice-Hall,
1.
1993.
Reference(s):
1. K.J. Astrom and B. Wittenmark, Adaptive Control, Addison-Wesley, 2nd edition, 1995.
2. G.C. Goodwin and K.S. Sin, Adaptive Filtering, Prediction, and Control, Prentice-Hall, 1984
3. P.A. Ioannou & J. Sun, Robust Adaptive Control, Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River, NJ, 1996.
4. I.D. Landau, R. Lozano, and M. M'Saad, Adaptive Control, Springer Verlag, London, 1998.
P.E. Wellstead & M.B. Zarrop, Self-Tuning Systems: Control and Signal Processing, J. Wiley & Sons,
5.
Chichester, England, 1991.
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Mechatronics
Department Program Code & Name MC : B.E. Mechatronics Engineering
Engineering
Semester VIII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E36 MEMS AND NEMS 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To develop the basic knowledge about the MEMS systems.
Objective(s)
To know the concept and principle of MEMS & NEMS and their various applications.
Fundamentals – Micro systems and microelectronics - working principle of microsystems – Micro sensors,
acoustic sensor, Bio sensor, chemical sensor, pressure sensor, Temperature sensor - micro actuation
techniques – Actuation using thermal forces, actuation using SMA, Actuation using piezo electric effect,
Actuation using electro static forces – micro gripper – micro motors – micro valves – micro pumps, types –
micro heat pipes.
MICRO FABRICATION AND MANUFACTURING
2 Total Hrs. 9
TECHNIQUES
Materials for micro systems – Substrates and wafer- Silicon, Quartz, Piezoelectric crystals, polymers - Photo
Lithography – Diffusion- Oxidation – CVD- PVD, Etching, types - Bulk micro manufacturing – Surface micro
machining - Micro system packaging-materials, die level, device level, system level - Packaging techniques –
die preparation - Surface bonding-wire bonding - sealing.
MECHANICS FOR MICRO SYSTEM DESIGN AND
3 Total Hrs. 9
APPLICATIONS
Basic concepts – Bending of thin plates – Mechanical vibration – Thermo mechanics - Fracture mechanics –
Fluid mechanics at micro systems- Design considerations - Process design-mask layout design – Mechanical
design-Applications of micro system in automotive industry, bio medical, aero space and telecommunications.
4 NANO ELECTRONICS Total Hrs. 9
Basics of nano electronics – Nano electronics with tunneling devices – Nano electronics with super conducting
devices - Molecular nano technology – Applications of MNT - Direct self assembly-device assembly -
Electrostatic self assembly-nano tubes – Nano wire and carbon-60 - Dielectrophoretic nano assembly.
5 ARCHITECTURE AND APPLICATIONS Total Hrs. 9
Architecture of MEMS – Requirements of nano systems - Development of nano electronics and structuring –
Application of NEMS – Deposition of coatings – Three dimensional materials – Dewatering.
Text book(s) :
1. Tai – Ran Hsu,”MEMS & Microsystems: Design and Manufacture “, Tata Mc Graw Hill, 2006.
Michael Pycraft Inrushes , “Nano Electro Mechanics in Engineering & biology ’’ ,CRC press New York,
2.
2003.
3. Goser.K , Dienstuh .J , “ Nano Electronics & Nanosystems ’’ , Springer International Edition, 2008.
Reference(s):
Julian W.Gardner,Vijay K.Varadan,Osama O.Awadel Karim, Microsensors MEMS and Smart Devices,
1.
John Wiby & sons Ltd.,2001.
2. Charles P.Poojlejr Fran K J.Owners , “ Introduction to Nano Technology ’’, Willey student Edition 2008.
3. Gregory Timp, “ Nano Technology ’’,Spinger International Edition , 2005.
4. Mohamed Gad – el- Hak,The MEMS HAND book,CRC press 2002
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Engineering
Semester VIII
L T P C CA ES Total
INTERNAL COMBUSTION
10 MC E37 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
ENGINES
To impart the knowledge in working process of spark ignition and compression ignition
engines, Automobile pollution and its control, Pollution norms, Recent trends in I.C engines
Objective(s)
like lean burn engines, stratified charge engines, homogeneous charge ignition, plasma
ignition and engine combustion.
1 FUEL AIR CYCLE AND THEIR ANALYSIS Total Hrs 9
Significance –Composition of cylinder gases - Variables of specific heat – Dissociation. Effect of operating
variables: Compression ratio, fuel air ratio. Comparison of fuel air cycle and actual cycles - Time loss factor -
Heat loss factor - Exhaust blow down - Valve timing diagram – Port timing diagram - Losses due to rubbing
friction. (Qualitative treatment only)
2 COMBUSTION IN SI ENGINES Total Hrs 9
Homogeneous mixture - Stages of combustion , Flame propagation, factors influencing the flame speed, rate of
pressure rise, abnormal combustion. Phenomena of knock . Engine variable affecting knocks, Combustion
chambers types .
3 COMBUSTION IN CI ENGINES Total Hrs 9
Heterogeneous mixture – Stages of combustion – Factors affecting delay period – Phenomena of diesel knock
– Comparison of knock in SI and CI engines –Combustion chamber: Direct and Indirect injection engines .
4 POLLUTION AND DRIVING CYCLE Total Hrs 9
Air pollution – Major exhaust emissions and its effect ––Formation of NOx, HC, CO,PM &smoke and method of
controlling – Particulate trap. EGR technology, Driving cycles: Japanese driving cycles, European driving cycle
,US driving cycle Indian driving cycle.
5 RECENT TRENDS Total Hrs 9
Lean burn engines – Stratified charge engines – Homogeneous charge compression ignition engines –Concept
of Plasma Ignition , Hybrid Electrical vehicle . Engine systems, Flexible fuel vehicle, Variable compression ratio
engine, Variable valve timing engine ,Multiple spark engine .
Text book (s) :
1 V.Ganesan, “Internal Combustion Engines”, Fourth Edition, Tata McGraw Hill, 2012.
K.K.Ramalingam “Internal Combustion Engines Theory and Practice”, Scitech Publications (India) Pvt.
2
Ltd., Chennai, 2004.
Reference(s) :
Rowland S.Benson and N.D.Whitehouse,"Internal combustion Engines", Vol.I and II, Pergamon Press,
1
1999.
2 Duffy Smith, “Auto fuel Systems", The Good Heart Willox Company, Inc., 2000.
3 John B. Heywood, “Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals", McGraw Hill, 1988.
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Mechatronics
Engineering
Semester VIII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E41 ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
Study of this subject provides an understanding of the scope of an entrepreneur, key areas of
Objective(s) development, financial assistance by the institutions, methods of taxation and tax benefits,
etc.
1 ENTREPRENEURSHIP Total Hrs. 8
Entrepreneur – Types of Entrepreneurs, Difference between Entrepreneur and Intrapreneur –
Entrepreneurship in Economic Growth - Factors Affecting Entrepreneurical Growth.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP TRAINING AND Total Hrs. 10
2
DEVELOPMENT
Major Motives Influencing an Entrepreneur- Entrepreneurship Training - Achievement Motivation Training, Self
Rating, Business Game, Thematic Apperception Test, Stress management - Entrepreneurship Development
Programs – Need, Objectives- Technology business Incubator
3 BUSINESS PLANNING Total Hrs. 8
Small Enterprises – Definition, Classification, Characteristics, Ownership Structures – Project Formulation –
Steps involved in setting up a Business – identifying, selecting a Good Business opportunity, Market Survey
and Research, Techno Economic Feasibility Assessment – Preparation of Preliminary Project Reports – Project
Appraisal – Sources of Information – Classification of Needs and Agencies – Simple case studies.
4 FINANCING AND ACCOUNTING Total Hrs. 10
Need – Sources of Finance - Term Loans - Capital Structure- Financial Institutions - Management of working
Capital – Costing - Break Even Analysis - Network Analysis Techniques of PERT/CPM – Taxation – Income
Tax - Excise Duty – Sales Tax – VAT-Simple case studies.
GROWTH STRATEGIES AND TROUBLE SHOOTING IN Total Hrs. 9
5
SMALL INDUSTRIES
Sickness in small Business – Concept, Magnitude, causes and consequences, Corrective Measures –
Government Policy for Small Scale Enterprises – Growth Strategies in small industry – Expansion,
Diversification, Joint Venture, Merger and Sub Contracting - Appropriate technologies and sustainable
development.
Total hours to be taught
Text book(s) :
1. Hisrich R D and Peters M P, “Entrepreneurship” 5th Edition Tata McGraw-Hill, 2002.
2. S.S.Khanka, “Entrepreneurial Development” S.Chand & Co. Ltd. Ram Nagar New Delhi, 2005.
Reference(s):
1. Rabindra N. Kanungo “Entrepreneurship and innovation”, Sage Publications, New Delhi, 1998.
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Mechatronics
Engineering
Semester VIII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E42 MARKETING MANAGEMENT 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To understand the various processes involved in Marketing and its Philosophy.
Objective(s) To learn the Psychology of consumers.
To formulate strategies for advertising, pricing and selling
Total
1 MARKETING PROCESS 9
Hrs
Definition, Marketing process, dynamics, needs, wants and demands, marketing concepts, environment, mix,
types. Philosophies, selling versus marketing, organisations, industrial versus consumer marketing, consumer
goods, industrial goods, product hierarchy.
Total
2 BUYING BEHAVIOUR AND MARKET SEGMENTATION 9
Hrs
Cultural, demographic factors, motives, types, buying decisions, segmentation factors - demographic –Psycho
graphic and geographic segmentation, process, patterns.
Total
3 PRODUCT PRICING AND MARKETING RESEARCH 9
Hrs
Objectives, pricing, decisions and pricing methods, pricing management. Introduction, uses, process of
marketing research.
Total
4 MARKETING PLANNING AND STRATEGY FORMULATION 9
Hrs
Components of marketing plan-strategy formulations and the marketing process, implementations, portfolio
analysis, BCG, GEC grids.
Total
5 SALES PROMOTION AND DISTRIBUTION 9
Hrs
Characteristics, impact, goals, and sales promotions- point of purchase- unique selling proposition.
Characteristics, wholesaling, retailing, channel design, logistics, and modern trends in retailing
Text book (s) :
1 Philip Kotler, “Marketing Management”, Pearson Education, New Delhi, 2011.
Reference(s) :
1 Govindarajan.M. “Industrial marketing management”, Vikas Publishing Pvt., Ltd., 2012.
Green Paul.E.and Donald Tull, “Research for marketing decisions”, Prentice Hall of India, New Delhi ,
2
2000.
3 Donald S. Tull and Hawkins, “Marketing Research”, Prentice Hall of Inida-1996.
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Mechatronics
Engineering
Semester VIII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E43 OPERATIONS RESEARCH 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To understand the mathematical programming concepts. To study and apply the concept to
Objective(s) the optimization problems. To study and acquire salesman, replacement, routing etc
problems solving skills
1 LINEAR PROGRAMMING TECHNIQUES Total Hrs. 11
Graphical and Simplex solution for maximising and minimising problems – A case of degeneracy in Simplex
method – Post optimality analysis– Dual Simplex problem – primal / dual relationship
2 REPLACEMENT MODELS AND GAME THEORY Total Hrs. 11
Basic replacement model-individual and group replacement problems-applications-game theory- terminology
decision criteria-solution to a 2x2 and 2xn games-application of LP in game theory-applications-Transportation
model-principles –types-problems
3 QUEUEING MODELS AND SIMULATION Total Hrs. 8
Elements of queue-queue discipline-Poisson arrival and exponential service-queue length-waiting time-steady
state conditions-applications-concept of simulation-Monte carlo method-applications, method of random
number generation
4 FORECASTING AND SEQUENCING Total Hrs. 7
Purpose of forecasting-methods of forecasting-sequencing-methods of sequencing-line balancing-assembly
manufacturing methods of line balancing
ADVANCED TOPICS AND PROJECT NETWORK Total Hrs. 8
5
ANALYSIS
Dynamic programming-Integer Programming- project network analysis-CPM-PERT-time crashing-applications
Text book(s) :
Fredrick S.Hillier, Gerald J Lieberman “ Introduction to Operations Research”, Tata Mcgraw Hill, Eighth
1.
edition, 2006
2 P. K. Gupta, D.S.Hira, “Problems in Operations Research”, S. Chand & Company, 2002.
Reference(s):
1. P.K. Gupta and D.S. Hira, “Operations Research”, S. Chand & Co. Ltd., New Delhi, 2002.
C.K. Mustafi, “Operations Research: Methods and Practice”, New Age International (P) Ltd. Publisher,
2.
2000.
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Mechatronics
Engineering
Semester VIII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E44 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS (IPR) 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To understand the importance of IPR. To provide knowledge of different types of intellectual
Objective(s)
property. To learn various levels of policy. To get idea to file the patent applications
Invention and Creativity – Intellectual Property (IP) – Importance – Protection of IPR – Basic types of property
(i. Movable Property ii. Immovable Property and iii. Intellectual Property).
2 PROCEDURES Total Hrs. 10
IP – Patents – Copyrights and related rights – Trade Marks and rights arising from Trademark registration –
Definitions – Industrial Designs and Integrated circuits – Protection of Geographical Indications at national and
International levels – Application Procedures.
3 INTERNATIONAL IPR CONVERSION Total Hrs. 10
International convention relating to Intellectual Property – Establishment of WIPO – Mission and Activities –
History – General Agreement on Trade and Tariff (GATT).
4 ACT OF INDIA Total Hrs. 10
Indian Position with world trade organization and Strategies – Indian IPR legislations – commitments to WTO-
Patent Ordinance and the Bill – Draft of a national IP Policy – Comparison of IPR laws.
5 CASE STUDIES Total Hrs. 10
Case Studies on – Patents (Basumati rice, turmeric, Neem, etc.) – Copyright and related rights – Trade Marks
– Industrial design and Integrated circuits – Geographic indications – Protection against unfair competition.
Text book(s) :
Subbaram N.R. “ Handbook of Indian Patent Law and Practice “, S. Viswanathan (Printers and
1.
Publishers) Pvt. Ltd., 1998
Reference(s):
1. Eli Whitney, United States Patent Number : 72X, Cotton Gin, March 14, 1794.
2. Intellectual Property Today: Volume 8, No. 5, May 2001, [www.iptoday.com].
Using the Internet for non-patent prior art searches, Derwent IP Matters, July 2000.
3.
[www.ipmatters.net/features/000707_gibbs.html]
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Mechatronics
Engineering
Semester VIII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E45 INDUSTRIAL SAFETY ENGINEERING 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
The syllabus framed is based on general principles and objectives so as to promote evolution
Objective(s) of sound management and safe operating practices within the industry as a whole.
1 SAFETY MANAGEMENT Total Hrs. 9
History and development of industrial safety-Formation of factories act and safety council-safety and
productivity-safety policy-safety organization, safety committee, safety budget- safety training. Role of
management and government in industrial safety.
2 ACCIDENT PREVENTION Total Hrs. 9
Definition and theories-accident-injury- -near miss-theories and principles of accident causation-principle of
accident prevention- unsafe act and conditions -cost of accidents-accident reporting and investigation –
reportable and non reportable accidents.
3 SAFETY IN ENGINEERING INDUSTRIES Total Hrs. 9
Hazard, risk, general safety rules, Housekeeping – standard operating procedures - machine guarding - types
and its application- benefits of good guarding systems. safety in welding and gas cutting - general safety
consideration in material handling - manual handling - mechanical handling - Ergonomic consideration in
material handling. Safety in use of electricity- Fire triangle - Classes of fire - Fire fighting equipments – First aid.
4 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE Total Hrs. 9
Toxicity,TLV,REL,PEL,types of hazards- exposure,acute effect, chronic effect- occupational diseases, -control
measures - Industrial hygiene -functional units and activities of occupational health services, pre-employment
and post-employment medical examinations –exposure monitoring - stress, fatigue.
5 SAFETY REGULATION AND CERTIFICATIONS Total Hrs. 9
Overview of Factories Act 1948 and Tamil Nadu Factories Rules 1950 – ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001
and Integrated Management System
Text book(s) :
John V.Grimaldi and Rollin H.Simonds,Safety Management”, All India Travelers Book Seller, Fifth
1.
Edition, New Delhi – 2001
2. Heinrich, H.W., Industrial Accident Prevention, McGraw-Hill, 1980
Reference(s):
Industrial Safety Management: Hazard Identification and Risk control, L M Deshmukh, 6 th Edition, Tata
1.
Mcgraw Hill,New Delhi, 2010
2. “Accident Prevention Manual for Industrial Operations”, N.S.C.Chicago, 1982.
3. “Hand book of Occupational Safety and Health”, National Safety Council, Chicago, 1982.
4. Occupational Safety Manual” BHEL, Trichy, 1988.
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Mechatronics
Engineering
Semester VIII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E46 NEW AND RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To understand the working principles and the components of different non-conventional
Objective(s) sources of energy and their utilization. To get an exposure on the power plants working with
non conventional energy. To create awareness in new energy sources.
Direct energy conversion (Description, principle of working and basic design aspects only) – Magneto
hydrodynamic systems (MHD) - thermoelectric generators – thermionic generators - fuel cells - solar cells -
types, EMF generated, power output, losses and efficiency and applications. Hydrogen conversion and storage
systems.
2 SOLAR ENERGY Total Hrs. 9
Principles of solar energy collection -.solar radiation - measurements - instruments - data and estimation- types
of collectors - characteristics and design principles of different type of collectors - performance of collectors -
testing of collectors. Solar thermal applications - water heaters and air heaters - performance and applications -
simple calculations - solar cooling - solar drying - solar ponds - solar tower concept - solar furnace
3 WIND AND WAVE ENERGY Total Hrs. 9
Energy from the wind - general theory of windmills - types of windmills - design aspects of horizontal axis
windmills - applications. Energy from tides and waves – working principles of tidal plants and ocean thermal
energy conversion plants.
4 GEO THERMAL AND BIO ENERGY Total Hrs. 9
Power from geothermal energy - working principle of geothermal power plants. Energy from bio mass & biogas
plants -various types - design principles of biogas plants – its applications. Energy from wastes – waste burning
power plants - utilisation of industrial and municipal wastes - energy from agricultural wastes.
5 NEW ENERGY SOURCES Total Hrs. 9
Bioconversion Techniques _ Direct Combustion, Pyrolysis, Flash Pyrolysis Fermentation Combustion -
Characteristics of Bio-fuels; Utilistion in Conventional Engines and Power Generation including Cogeneration -
Phase change materials and energy from domestic waters
Text book(s) :
1. Rai G.D, “Non conventional Energy sources”, Khanna Publishers, New Delhi, 2010.
Reference(s):
1. Bent Sorensen., “Renewable Energy”, Academic Press, Elsevier, New Delhi, 2011.
Kothari.D.P, Singal.K.C and Rakeshranjan., “Renewable energy sources and emerging technologies”,
2.
PHI learning Pvt Ltd, New Delhi,2011.
Sukhatme S.P and Nayak.J.k,, “Solar Energy- principles of thermal collection and storage”, TMH, New
3.
Delhi,2010.
4. Kadambi.V and Prasad.M., “Introduction to energy conversion”, New age international, New Delhi, 2011.
5. Tasneem abbasi and Abbasi.S.A, “Renewable energy sources”, PHI learning Pvt Ltd, New Delhi, 2011.
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Mechatronics
Engineering
Semester VIII
L T P C CA ES Total
10 MC E47 NANO TECHNOLOGY 3 0 0 3 50 50 100
To introduce the concept of Nano Technology and know the applications such as Nano
Objective(s)
Sensors, Nano Machines and Industrial approaches in the field of Mechatronics engineering.
1 INTRODUCTION - NANO Total Hrs. 9
Nano and nature – physical scales of nano technology – Genealogy and Philosophy of nano technology –
Methods of Measuring properties – structure – Microscopy – Spectroscopy.
2 CHARACTERIZATION METHODS Total Hrs. 9
Electron microscope – image collection in electron microscopes - scanning electron microscopy (SEM) -
scanning transmission electron microscopy(STEM) - scanning probe microscopes – scanning tunnelling
microscopy – scanning probe lithography - optical microscopes for nano science and technology – x ray
diffraction.
3 NANO SENSORS Total Hrs. 9
Introduction – nano scale organisation for sensors characterisation – nano sensors based on optical properties
– nano sensors basde on quantum size effects – electrochemical sensors – sensors based on physical
properties – nano biosensors – smart dust.
MOLECULAR NANOMACHINES AND Total Hrs. 9
4
NANOTRIBOLOGY
Introduction – covalent and non covalent approaches – molecular motors and machines – molecular devices –
single molecule devices – tribology at nanoscale – nanotribology applications.
5 INDUSTRIAL NANO TECHNOLOGY Total Hrs. 9
Nano particles and microorganism - nano materials in bone substitutes and dentistry, food and cosmetic
applications - textiles, paints, catalysis, drug delivery and its applications.
Text book(s) :
1. Pradeep .T , “Nano the essentials”Tata McGraw Hill New Delhi, First reprint, 2008
Robert Preidf , laura costlow , April Peter , “Nano Technology and Industry Future - Vol - I” Domiant
2.
Publishers and Distributers New Delhi 2007
Reference(s):
1. Gregory Timp, “Nano Technology” Springer International Edition - 2005
Knut N, Heller, Mehmud &Tumbull , “Nano Technology Domiant Publishers and Distributors New Delhi
2.
2008

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B.E. MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING

K.S.RANGASAMY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY

K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology

Department Mechatronics Engineering

Programme Code & MC : B.E. Mechatronics

K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology, Tiruchengode - 637 215

K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology, Tiruchengode - 637 215

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